OMG ~ Discussions Starting 1-11-16 and Beyond
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Good Morning, Ladies. We had torrential rain/storms yesterday and last evening. Many areas are flooded. I'm driving to Indy to day for a visit......so hoping the roads will be clear. I'm glad that I'm leaving later this morning, so I'll be able to see the roads better. I have a guy coming to give an estimate to refinish our hardwood floors in the kitchen and hallway areas. He's been hard to reach.
Karla: I love Chico's but only shop the sale rack. Their prices are too high for me unless something is on sale. I got a top a few weeks ago as it was 30% off!
Waving hi to Cindy, Janet, Diane, and Patti. Have a great day, everyone! I'm happy to report that I lost .4 lb this week. I'll take it!
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I have two happy granddaughters and we are two happy grandparents that love doting on them.
Glenn received his clearance to start back at the shipyard in the test department. He will work Thursday and Friday this week and Friday only of next week. He has full benefits of his choosing with medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k and other. We have to sit and pick it out. I definitely want the vision and the dental is less than our current plan.
Cindy- Yes, fun replacing clothes.
Bert- Congrats on continued losses!! Brava’.
Off to shop on way home.
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Hello all. Sitting in a diesel repair place in Austin waiting on parts. They had Charly4 all day yesterday, never called until we called them at 4:00, and said they couldn’t detect a problem. So we spent the night on the street here, came back at 7 when they opened and showed them the problem. It is a split hose and some broken clamps, easy to replace but they need the parts. Don’t know when we will get back on the road but will sit here in the parking lot waiting. Next stop is Natchez MS bit probably won’t make it all the way there today.
Eating has not been good. I had a salad with fajita chicken for lunch yesterday, but dinner was a DQ blizzard!
Karla I was just tweaking you about being a sucker grandma - I hope you know that. Have fun replacing your wardrobe.
Bert congrats on the loss. Anything downward is good. Drive safely.
Cindy we all know you are working hard and under a lot of stress. Anytime you check in it is good to hear from you. At least you know what is happening with the job now.
Patti enjoy your travels! I don’t know when we will get to Florida. We have a number of stops along the way.
Janet have fun clearing out more stuff. I always feel such a sense of accomplishment, even if it is just one cupboard or a whole closet.0 -
Diane- I know you are kidding and love to pick on me! Lol. My grandkids and my husband are my world, as well as my son, Dad and brothers. I am blessed with some wonderful friends too. I love Natches, MS. Are you there for the Heritage? We went one year and toured the homes. Totally awesome and historical. Be sure and go to The Cockbof the Walk if you like fried catfish. The coleslaw is to die for and so is the cornbread. We will be leaving Friday evening for my dad’s house and then on to my niece’s house in Tampa for two nights before going further South to Englewood Beach, Florida through the 12th of April. Where are you going? This will be an adulting trip!! Lol
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Good Morning, Ladies. I'm heading to Chicago today to visit my student as well as Dan, Annie, Dylan, and Penny. I'll return on Saturday for Cole's birthday party. I can't believe he's going to be 5! It's very chilly here, but at least the sun is out! That's a plus
Have a great day, everyone!
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Good evening. Repacking my bags as we will leave after I get done at the hairdresser tomorrow. Doing laundry and getting my beach towels ready to go!
Bert- I thought of you as I shopped in the Brighton store. I treated myself to a beautiful necklace, earrings and a bangle bracelet! That qualified me for the cutest umbrella. I love their jewelry.
Kevin took Glenn and I out for a nice dinner as today was his first payday! He established him a credit union account with checking and savings and a debit card. He said it sure felt great. His health has really improved and he is sleeping well.
My elder brother finally came and visited my father today. They have not seen each other since right after my mother passed in 2012. I’m so glad.
Well, I am beat so I better go lay down.
Karla
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TGIF! Lost a long post yesterday.
Bert- live that you get to combine neceork and grandkids. Everybody wins.
Karla, good news fron two of your brothers. Glad they are both being adults. Safe travels!
Cindy, what did they say about sweet Jasper? Does Fruffin freak out when you take his buddy to the vet for the day?
Waving hi to Diane & Patti.
Not much to report here - watching golf right now and may fall asleep. Hoping for a quiet weekend. Hugs to all.
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I am officially on vacation yet again!! Yeaa! This is an adult vacation. We are leaving this evening going to my dad’s in Panama City to shorten the trip, and see him of course. One night and most of Sunday with my niece Lainie in Tampa and then over to St Pete to visit Glenn’s cousin and a night on the beach there. Then it’s off to Englewood Beach on Monday through Thursday with some great friends. Can’t wait!!
I am off to the hairdresser now. I had gel nails done on my toes and fingernails yesterday in an awesome coral.
Bye for now,
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Good morning! Hope everyone had a fun weekend. Not much to report here - did stuff around the house, watched golf and hoops, eating up & down but definitely better than a few months ago. I'll take it. Busy week coming up too, but I wanted to begin it by saying hi to all of you lovely ladies.0
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Good morning Janet.
We had a wonderful visit with my niece and a great walk around St Pete. I got in over 10k steps. I also purchased some really cute clothes at Bealls yesterday. I had to return one shirt today. I just have to get used to the fact that I am firmly in a medium shirt now! It was so cute I was hoping it would work!! I bought Izzy-bug a Jo-Jo bag there too.
Glenn is being such a doting husband and is so happy. We are enjoying our adulting time together. Lol.
We are having breakfast at Bob Evans and then on the Englewood and our condo there. I just love my girlfriend’s daughter, Joanna, whom is also there. She looks just like her Mombwhen we lived together in college!! Lol. We will all have a great time. I have to remember though, “Beach hair don’t care!!” lol
Have a fabulous day and week if I don’t check back in a few days..
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Good Morning, Ladies. It's been very busy these past several days. I returned from Chicago on Saturday and then went to Cole's birthday party. Sunday was Jillian's soccer game in the 40 degree weather! The downstairs carpets were cleaned this morning and then my cleaning lady will come this afternoon. Tomorrow is another trip to Indy for a visit. There is light at the end of the tunnel student wise as my grades are due May 8. Then I'll be finished for the summer!
Have a great day, everyone!
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Hi all, been trying to write this post all day. Trip has been nothing short of fantastic. Lots of laughter, good friendship and great food. Portion control has been my mantra. I am in sarasota now and charged with making dinner. Fresh, baked cod, home grown and canned green beans with a touch of leftover ham and cauluflower. Went to Ringling Bros museum but they have the mansion closed to tourist because they are filming Antique Road Show in a few days. We toured the gardens and art museum. Tomorrrow is painting lessons. Have taken a couple of bike rides but the heat and humidity are really high. Wed will be the best because we are meeting Diane and John for lunch in Venice. How lucky am I?
We will be helping our friend close up and pack her place as she is heading back to KY on sunday. Her son will be here Friday to help and to drive home with her. Not sure when I will be able to post again but i carry you all with me wherever I go.0 -
Have fun, Patti and Diane!!!
Karla, glad you and Glenn are having a good time and have lots of loved ones around.
Bert, maybe we can choose a day later in May for lunch.
Motor on the fan for my (sealed) glass fireplace died - just makes a weird noise. Was fine when I turned it off last night. Oh well. Could be ever so much worse!0 -
Good evening ladies. Sitting listening to the rolling waves and visiting with wonderful friends. We grilled out this evening after a little shopping. Glenn is going charter fishing tomorrow and us ladies are going out for lunch.
Bert. I have missed you and knew you must have been really busy. It is in the upper 80’s here and gorgeous. The water is beautiful here but sand is not as white, however it is loaded with shells and shark teeth.
Janet - Sounds like you are back on house mode again. Our homes are our castles and represent us.
Speaking of that our addition is coming up. We are getting pictures from the builder.
I’m ready for bed, I’m getting a tan, I’m getting compliments on my weight loss too. Good times
Take care,
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Hi All-
Just a quick breeze through, lots going on at the day job and working hard on the trilogy.I'm learning a lot from the new editor and crit partner. It humbles me to have found amazing people to support this journey.
I hope all are well. It sounds like it.
talk to you soon
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Good Morning, Ladies. Today is a beautiful sunny day; however, the temps are chilly. I have a visit this morning and then will head to they gym. I haven't been there in a week as I've been traveling and visiting students. This is always a busy time as they are realizing that their coursework is due by the first of May. All of my evaluations are due as well.
I'm working on clean eating today. It hasn't been the best....I've stayed on points, but know I'm not eating enough vegetables. Today's breakfast was a hard boiled egg and apple = 0 points, so I'm off to a good start.
Have a great day, everyone!
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P.S. I'm having a Lipsense party. If anyone would be interested, I can add you to the group on Facebook. Definitely not a sales pitch just a way to include anyone who is interested.0
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Good morning Bert, we are going to have a beach day here and lovely sunny day in the low 80’s. We are grilling the catch from the charter fishing from yesterday too. Please put me down or link me in your Lipsense Facebook party. I have always wanted to try it!
We really did some power shopping yesterday and I bought some really cute things. Can you believe I had to get a size 10 in a skirt because the 12 was too big!!!!???? Yippeee
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Karla, congrats on the downsizing! Good thing you love to shop and this is the perfect time of year too.
Bert, chilly & sunny here too. But the next three days are warming still more. spring is finally in the air and the sound of lawnmowers is about in the land.
Diane and Patti, I know you'll have a blast.
Cindy, sounds like Lucinda is on fire right now. Yesssss!!
Had endocrinologist this morning - my tumor marker is appropriately low, which means next month's oncologist visit should be short & sweet. Nice to hear there seems to be no recurrence! Ran a few errands, now home to work on taxes and housework. James's truck was broken into at a golf course yesterday - they took his wallet, and you know what a hassle that is. I feel for him. He took my car to golf today since I'll be here anyway.0 -
Are Diane and apatyi meeting up?0
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She mentioned it in her last poat.0
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Quick stop. Lunch today with Diane and John in Venice. We all 4 four chatted like we were old friends catching up on life. So delightful but over too soon. Now relaxing and reading watercolor books, contemplating my next masterpiece0
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Good Morning, Ladies. Today is a session with my trainer for new workout ideas. I meet with her once a month. Then, I'm hoping to work out in the yard today as it is to be in the 70's.
Yesterday's eating was pretty good. I made a garlicky chicken broccoli WW recipe for dinner. Even Mike ate it which I was shocked! It was only 2 points for 3/4 c. serving. I made a large salad to accompany it.
Patti: Thank you for your pause reminder. I have it sitting by my sugar free candy. Each piece is worth 3 points! Yikes. So happy you were able to meet Diane and John for lunch.
Karla: I added you to the Lipsense Group. I like their lipstick products. I have one of their eyeshadows, but it's way to light, so I use it for a primer.
Janet: Hope you are doing well.
Waving hi to Diane and Cindy. Have a great day, everyone!
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Darn it, just typed up a long post (on my iPad, on the highway, no less!) and hit the stupid done button instead of post reply! I hate it when that happens. I’ve been out of data for about a week now until today, so have been limiting my online time to WiFi which is rare. My data reset today, but we are heading to the Everglades for a week so I doubt I will have much service.
Lunch with Patti was terrific. John and Edd really seemed to hit it off too - lots of laughs over on the road breakdowns and off the cuff fixes. So fortunate a coincidence we were both in Sarasota at the same time.
Bert, do you ever try classes at your gym? I find having a scheduled class to attend gets me the, which is half the battle. I do need to figure out some strength training I can do on the road to keep my muscles (other than those I use hiking) toned.
Cindy it sounds like you are learning a lot from this new publisher. My worst nightmares in school we from being asked to write something creative - a short story or poem or anything like that. Give me a good old technical report to write anytime!
Janet I hope James gets his car fixed quickly. I’d be reluctant to loan my wheels to anyone even if I weren’t planning on going anywhere.
Karla I didn’t realize the contractor was going to be working while you were gone. Maybe you’ll be lucky and most of the noise and commotion will be over by the time you get back.0 -
Hi All-
Its been a busy week- still no defined path at work which I find frustrating. I'm still updating my resume as there is a thread to pull.
Rick and I had a big fight last night so currently i'm enjoyed the silent treatment- so much better than the nonsense he can hurl at me on a daily basis, and yes that was part of the conversation. But I'm fine.
Just stole some precious time away from making a book trailer I've been working on.
Patti- thank you for the PAUSE button and note. It was so thoughtful for you to think of me.
Bert- candy is my downfall too. Hang in there.
Janet- SO thankful you're doctor appointment went well. I'm happy you have Jame still hanging with you- sorry about the truck though. Mean people suck.
Diane- Happy trails. I can see you motoring down the highway. I wish that dream didn't die for me. It was my wish to do the same, but alas my life is going in a new path.
Karla- Congrats on the skirt. You should be proud of all you've accomplished in the last 9 months or so. Safe travels home.
Need to run- meeting day tomorrow with the romance girls. Working day, not LR today.
I'm not sure my plans to get to Ohio yet. I may need to travel to Columbus for work, but who knows. And my vacation time is in flux. I'll keep you posted. I really want to see Meg but she understands this is out of my control.
Hugs all the way around.
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Good Morning, Ladies. The sun is out again and we are going to have another beautiful day.
Diane: I used to go to a class before my second back surgery. I just haven't to back in the groove of classes. Enjoy your time in the Everglades. My parents used ot live in Naples. We went to the Everglades once. We didn't do the airboat tour which was fine with me.
Cindy: The silent treatment can be effective. I don't know how you endure.
Waving hi to Patti, Karla, and Janet.
Have a great day, everyone!
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Good morning ladies.
We are on our way home after an overnight stay with my dear ole dad. Also got a visit in with my brother Keith.
Cindy- You are such a strong lady and for this you will be kindly rewarded. I’m sure others will be understanding if you are not able to make the Ohio connection given your work situation. Why does Rick keep badgering you? Men should realize this is not a way to a woman’s heart. I know, and you must, that you have given it your all, and more. You do sound really thrilled with your new book connections. That is wonderful. I feel in my heart you will be a huge success on the Hallmark movie circuit. Are you near Cape Cod?
Bert- The weather has been beautiful for both my beach trips. I couldn’t believe all the shells and shark teeth on these shores. I bought the cutest leather bracelet with a sterling silver turtle you slide to close at a Farmer’s Market before we left. It is so adorable.
I don’t know if mentioned it or not, but we have another trip in the making with this group I am really thrilled about. Cape Cod!! One of the couples owns a 12 bedroom home on it and invited us all to join them there in September. It will be our 13th anniversary month too! I am so excited as I have always wanted to go there. We are making it an adventurous road trip! I am also stopping in North Carolina and meeting my long time Weight Watcher friend Lisa, New York City for two nights meeting my friend Ellen and Boston meeting Stephanie!! We all are on my Facebook page and great friends since 2011. Soooo excited. Lisa is a school teacher of 28 years, we talk on the phone frequently, Stephanie is a pharmacist at a hospital and Ellen is a property management HR manager. Can’t wait!! Glenn said no problem with his job. We are also going to visit his relatives in Philadelphia. We are thinking two weeks away for this trip.
Cindy- Glenn just said if you are on the Southern end of Maine then you are close to Cape Cod. It would be very special to take you to dinner.
Back to reality today, but have a fun bbq to go to at Monica’s tomorrow with Izzy. Her daughter is revealing her baby gender!
Have a wonderful day with the friends and family you choose to be with.
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Good morning ladies,
Cindy, you amaze me at every turn. Your determination to be wholey YOU is a lesson for us all. I do pray that you get some resolution and peace on all fronts. If you travel to Columbus for work, maybe Janet and I can get a quick vusit in with you. It is an hour from my house. However, if your time is limited I will understand that you need it for Meg. Glad you liked the Pause button.
Bert, perfect placement for your button. Hope your trainer time was productive. You really seem to be in the groove. Hope we can find time in May to meet with Janet.
Diane, just wanted to say again how much I enjoyed meeting you and John. Was so happy the guys hit it off so well too. Safe travels and happy trails. Enjoy the rest of your trip
Janet, so happy for you that the lab work and Dr visit went well. Hate that James' truck got broken into. So sad that we have such idiots roaming our streets and terrorizing our freedoms. But in the end it is only stuff and I am thankful he was not physically involved in the theft.
Karla, congrats on all your success with shopping and your new smaller size. Your hard work has paid off in so many ways. Sounds like you are having the perfect vacation with Glenn and your friends. So exciting that construction is underway while you play. Is your son or your brother supervising while you are gone?
My trip here is winding down. Yesterday Edd drove up to Tampa to get tires for a trailer he bought here. Not sure I told you that he bought a sidecar at the rally in Tallahassee and had no way to get it home. So now we do. This will add several hours to an already very long trip home. Our friend's son is flying in from KY tonight. Tomorrow will be spent getting everything packed and closing up her home for the summer. Plan to be on the road before 6am on Sunday and will not be home until after midnight. Then i will have 3 whole days to unpack, do laundry and repack it all into the popup camper. I also will be spending Tuesday with mom and going to trx. Wed will be lunch with the girls and hair appointment. So mad at myself for not getting the new short cut I had planned last month...I chickened out at the last minute. My hair has been a nightmare in all this heat and humidity. We leave thursday early for a rally in MS and then back to reality on Monday. Today Edd and I are headed out to some beach, somewhere and just chill and soak up some rays.
Not sure I will be back here until Monday but you are with me
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They had plumeria plants growing wild at the beach.
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The sunsets were beautiful and relaxing.
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