Airport Lounge Discussion
Options
Replies
-
Good Evening Everyone!
Today was one of those days. Slept in getting a total of over 8 hrs. Worked on laundry, dishes, boiled some beef bones for Trigger and made one batch of cranberry sauce for Family Christmas on Sunday. Got called into work early as my friend needed help planning meals so we can tell the boss what we have meals till and get approval to put an order in that will hold us over till the take over. Tonight's dinner for the residents was what the housing crew provided for them and the rest of the little community. As it was a Christmas dinner they had turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, beans and carrots mix, gravy, salad, dinner roll and dessert. No one new what to do. I normally don't work that shift so was completely lost. The ones running it had no clue. So we winged it and went well. The volunteers they had that actually showed up sat behind the dessert table and did nothing. Off for 2 days and then no time off until the takeover on Jan 16 unless the new crew offers to keep us as paid employees.1 -
Sleeping a lot...limping but up and moving , with use of a walker. Kiddos helping with chores, sure makes for a long day when you are used to being busy and suddenly cannot even walk across the room .
Appreciate their help..just not good at doing the "take it easy " thing. More than once I have told them I am taking it easy and they just shake their heads. But this time..yeah I am down for a bit..just like ole cars our bodies got parts that begin to wear out. Wish all it took was a screwdriver and wrench to fix us!!
So many in much worse shape than I am ..so yep for a few days I'll kick back..but I also know I will bounce back..ya know cause Bumbles bounce!! hee hee
We got the cold temps and none of the snow..not fair!! Ya'al be careful out there,,these temps are dangerous!! As much as I slept today I can feel me getting sleepy again..so gonna call today done..
Good night to all ...enjoy your weekend.3 -
@Lindiemaep ,, its now snowing out again, probably end up with 4 to 6"s I'm okay with that ,, LOL I did not want the 10 to 15"s. They are going to get that inland. GOOD PLACE for it!
@Cseguin2 ,,, sometimes we just need that sleep. I SURE HOPE they keep you on for work, but if not, hey now you have experience!! That's AWESOME and clearly you are a hard hard worker that'll follow you.
@Katiecondy1 ,, OH GF I KNOW You do not like the take it easy, but glad to hear you are trying to. That'll help you in the long run. Also that the fam is helping you out!! That's a plus!! THE WEEKEND WILL ARRIVE before we even know it!!! OOPS I thought it was THURSDAY!! LOLOLOL guess it will arrive in just 90 mins!! LOL!!! Please take care. Molly take good care of your Momma, littles and kitties too please.2 -
Billie story for the day: She went out to check on two of sisters working in the woods and came right back. She never leaves their side usually, so I thought they weren't working. Later, she begins to cry to tell me that at least one of the sisters is out there. I get my coat on and sure enough, one of the members was carrying firewood. If it weren't for Billie, she wouldn't have gotten some help. I love that dog. I got some good exercise and we got all the firewood picked up.
Good night all!
Tomorrow's word is FAITH.
1 -
THOUGHT OF THE DAY:
THE HAPPINESS OF YOUR LIFE DEPENDS ON THE QUALITY OF YOUR THOUGHTS!
HAVE A SUPERCALIFRAGILIOUS SATURDAY
1 -
Good Morning Airport Friends:
I hope you morning is going well. Today I am at Joe's parents and will be making the trek up to Muskegon about an hour away to go see my daughter and get some shopping done for Christmas. I really don't have the money to do anything but I really want to eat out at my favorite place. I am broke though. We will see how it goes. I am hoping I can do something.
@NovemberGail - Billie always has really good travels. I am hoping you really do start those childrens books. I think they would be great for kids.
@cormierannie - We are getting hit with some snow nd it is going to be alot.
@Dianedoessmiles1 - There are only 5 of us in the office so we don't choose a charity. We just get to wear jeans. I love jean day. It is great. It is getting better at Joe's parents. I feel more at home here. They are pretty fond of me at this point.
@LindieMaeP - I love my yoga pants. I love the pockets in them too. I just only have 2 pair and want more pairs. I am sorry about Amigo. I know cats are definitely part of the family. I love my cats
@CSEGUIN2 - I doubt the new crew will offer to help. What will you do for a job after this contract is up?
@katiecondy1 - I am sorry your knee is still really bad. I am sure it will be for a while. Just take it easy. I know easier said than done. I am not someone who sits still either.
Well it is time to get up and get around to go to my daughters. Have a great day
Tabatha1 -
ohnogoldens wrote: »I am backing out of the challenge for awhile. I am in the hospital with significant pulmonary emboli and blood clots so will not be able to work out other than walking for the next few months. This is a huge change of lifestyle for me since it affects my horses and dogs.
Good wishes to all of you.
Dear Serena, I so often wish I lived closer so I could help you with your beloved animals. You are courageous and brave to tackle all you do! I would request that you join the challenge so we all can remain in contact with you. So we can be here for you if/when you need a listening ear. You can join as a medical exception so there is no commitment from you to a team. The commitment is from us to you! Please think about it. My prayers are with you!2 -
Diane: Yeah that is right at least you do not have to shovel rain and if you have snow on the ground the rain will wash it away1
-
@Novembergail ,,, Awww BILLIE!!! She's such a PAWSOME DAWG!!! Please pat her for us!
@Dpecora653 ,, Debbie so TRUE!! And since we can only have one thought at a time, when we look for even if it's hard for the all of the amazing positive things we have/see/hear ,, WOW! It sure does make us smile (Even LOL if someone doesn't want to) I've done with quite a few. It always works even if only for a few seconds it does work.
@Tabatha_Cain,, so glad you are settling in with his family. At some point there's bound to be a rough spot, but you'll handle that with the grace you have and they'll love you even more!! Hope you were able to eat at the spot you enjoy.
I'm going to a pot luck/yankee swap in 90 mins. I haven't yet put the final touches on the mac and cheese or popped it into the oven for that wonderful crispy crust. I did add bacon into it, because everyone LOVES BACON it seems. We were asked to not spend more than 15 on a gift for the yankee swap (OOPS I've not wrapped it either!! I HATE WRAPPING! They used to do a Pot Luck/Christmas dinner, but so many of us here do not celebrate for various reasons. Seems many older ones HATE this holiday since it's either "The only time I see my relatives" or "I Hated it when I was young and I am NOT going to pretend now!" This is fine with me I do not celebrate it either based on so many things such as is the 25th really Jesus birthday? (A google search tells all) and Jesus didn't say to. How did it come out? Google search. I DO though enjoy seeing many in a much better mood. LOL don't we all. After that I'll come back up and as many if not all of you know I am the Challenge Leader on the Positively Strong 4 Life team, tonight at 9 PM (EST) we are meeting as leaders to see who wants to do what for the 2023 WINTAH 5% CHALLENGE!!! WOOHOO!!! We always preplan and make sure everyone is happy. PLUS we get to joking around some too. That's always fun. @Katiecondy1 we'll miss ya hon!! Hey let me know if you'd like an invite to be with us at some point .... TEXT me if you see this while we are in it, and of course we'll grab you right up!! Katie was many, many years also a leader. GF with that bummed knee we'll have you entertained!! AND YOU WILL US!!2 -
2 -
It looks like it is turning into a lazy day and I am ok with that as I have some reading to do. This morning was my congregation meeting and this afternoon I am just drifting watching the weather turn from clouds to sun to clouds again. @Dianedoessmiles1 can keep the snow, I am not interested. It's kinda too quiet here but not enough to go out and get another cat ... I almost looked at a link for the SPCA but I dont' have their kind of money to "adopt" a cat/kitten and I do not think I want a kitten either. I'll take advantage of this time and do some "decluttering of boxes" that will only bother the 50+ yr old lol
@Kurtize love the pic, so cute !!
@Dianedoessmiles1 don't get too crazy in your leadership meeting lol but do have fun !!
@Tabatha_Cain I hope your weekend is going ok, I know the names of the citys or towns you mention. I used to be a bit TOOL TIME watcher even bought the videos and of course I lived across from Detroit so was very much affected by Michigan news and entertainment growing up. I just smile cause although I have never been there, I know of the place. My cousins used to live in Allen Park but where they are today, I have no idea. I have a niece in law who lives in Detroit with her kids but last I heard she was trying to immigrate to Windsor with her kids.
@everyone have a wonderful saturday and if the weather is iffy stay home and have some hot chocolate ( or not ) and enjoy the afternoon/evening.
2 -
quick check in..can't sit with the leg bent at this angle for long..
gave in and got the walker out ..using it to get around..what a irksome tool that is in our house of gates!
Due to "personalities" we have to keep all the dogs in their own areas and that means a lot of gates .
But know that staying off the leg is the way to go..just sure is not my usual mode. I did get in some chair exercise and a few steps..mmmok..using walker would kill step count..just thought of that..oh grr..and this "smart" watch won't fit on my ankle..sigh..so glad we are on break.
Cold here and getting colder..Time to let the dogs out..in and tuck them up for the night...
Have a beautiful Sunday ya'al...
2 -
@Lindiemaep ,, LOL We did have fun in it. Got a lot done in a nice amount of time. I can't believe what a shelter who needs us to ADOPT the pets and give them a good home are now charging!! Kittens are so funny!! I laugh so hard, so very hard at their antics, and the WILDNESS!! Sometimes we really need that giggles, of course it's nice to have a calmer older kitty (when I adopt an adult kitty I look for 2 to 7 years, though in general I stay with the 2 or 3 years old).
@Katiecondy1 ,,,Hon it's time to heal that knee well. Do not even think about any regular routine for quite a bit. Is it time to see Dr?2 -
Thought of the day:
Remember that success does not come from what you do occasionally,
it comes from what you do CONSISTENTLY!!
Enjoy a day of fun and peace 2 -
Good Morning Airport Friends:
I hope you are all doing well this morning. Today is Sunday and I am ready to go back to bed. I am not sure why but this weekend has been draining for me. I am so tired. I don't feel like I was able to relax much this weekend. Maybe it is just me. Not sure.
@Dianedoessmiles1 - Thank you. So far things are going well with Joe's family. I hope you had a good time at your pot luck. Enjoy your leaders meeting.
@LindieMaeP - That is interesting that you know the area. It is also cool that you lived in the Detroit area. Not to far from me.
@katiecondy1 - I hope you are doing well this morning. It is ok to get the walker out. If you need it you need it. No shame in that.
Well it is almost time to get ready and go to church. I hope you all have a great day.
Tabatha2 -
Good morning everyone1
-
Good morning folks, when I woke up at 4:45 AM this morning there was no snow - it looked likea dusting a little over night but within the hour we had snowthunder during the snow - at least 3 times thunder was heard! Interesting, as I have never experienced that before.
@Dianedoessmiles1 see what is happening while you are in your meeting ?? lol It will turn to rain later I am sure of it !! Gene and I talked again last night about Amigo and another cat, and he said no he's not wanting to get another cat at this time, but he could change his mind. Turns out my daughters cat does eat friskies so she will be getting the food and snacks. She asked us not to bring it by this weekend as she has a sinus infection and is not up to company. On the 24th they are having another murder mystery dinner but I passed on this one as it will be holiday themed and no doubt have forms of spiritism in it too. Gene said he is going, well he is an adult and can make up his own mind on these things. I am glad the meeting went well and look forward to what ever LTGL gems and countries we will visit virtually.
@katiecondy1 your smart watch CAN sit in your sock and can bring you the results maybe - I used to do that with my fitbit when riding a bike at work so I could get fitness credits, after all I was riding and moving. It worked like a charm. I hope you are getting around better today, did you see the video I posted of the Raven?
@Tabatha_Cain I was born in the Windsor area and grew up in Harrow and lived in Windsor for a few years before coming west. I also grew up on motown, the real stuff and you might not be old enough to remember, but your parents might remember, when a kid on Sundays we always came in to watch Bill Kennedy At the Movies as he always had good movies and good information about the actors/actresses. It was also hockey night in Canada in our house every saturday night - I hve 3 brothers and they all had different hockey teams. I was for Detroit Redwings and my one brother was for Boston, another for Toronto and the other for Montreal so you can bet there was a lot of rivalry there lol I hope your feeling better as the weekend progresses and you enjoy yourself.
@everyone have a wonderful day today and find something fun to do and just do it !!
2 -
Good afternoon all hope your Sunday is going very well.
@LindieMaeP - that is a lot of snow. It was cold here but thank goodness no snow, 29 in morning when we woke up, up to 53 right now. Bright and sunny even if cold. Winter and Christmassy weather.
Hugs and blessings all.
Some diet humor
3 -
And a whole lot more then this morning, it is now afternoon and I went out to the park kitty corner from where I live and got pictures before the snow is disturbed too much by the activity of life !! AND it is COLD !! @Dianedoessmiles1 neener neener lol here's your snow eh !! 😁💋💋
3 -
@Dpecora653 ,,, AGREE!!
@Tabatha_Cain ,,, Could you perhaps have long haul covid? Awww TY TY TY TY the pot luck went SO WELL it's not even funny!! It was better than we ever thought it could be even. The Yankee Swap, was very very good too.
@Patti241,, HI Patti!! Hope you enjoyed the sun.
@Lindiemaep ,,, LOVE SNOW!! Today I barely had any on our car. It was so funny!! We did get 4.2"s. Glad your D can use the food. LOL On your post about no snow, it's here, just not on the car (it was also windy).
@Kurtize ,,, HAHAHAHA OH I LAUGHED SO HARD!!! LOLOLOL TY TY TY TY
2 -
-
The Raven video was so neat..thank you!!
Ahhh snow..we have yet to see any, I do have a sense that this is going to be a very dry winter for us. Cold but not much moisture that is for sure so far.
The knee is a bit problematic..I will be setting up appointments but suspect it will be the first of the year before much gets done. Funny how such a small thing..just stepping wrong , can sideline you. Just glad it happened during the break cause my steps and exercise are down to low numbers for sure!!
Running late tonight..started watching Sound of Music ,,tis almost done. Such an inspirational story .
I hope all have a good week..no matter what your faith or practice tis a time of year to focus on the good and loving nature of our fellow humans, there are so many good people out there sadly they are not the ones that end up on the news. Too bad that being nice doesn't bring as much attention as being a bad guy does. So the short focus of this time is desperately needed..carry it in your hearts throughout the year.3 -
@Katiecondy1 ,,, I'd be HAPPY to share our snow with you, but we've barely have had any. Yesterdays storm was our "biggest" one so far and it was only 4.2". That's NOT A STORM!! Shoot it's barely even noticeable. Except by hehehehehe all of those who RUSHED UP HERE to live in the TOP CITY of Maine in 2021 (FOOLS! We think someone from the city got someone to write the article!) without even THINKING WE GET COLD AND SNOW usually from Nov through the start of April at least a little bit of it in November (Though we can get a good size one). They get out on the road and figure going 50 in a 35 and they can still stop on a dime. Entertaining as long as they do not hit anyone. I agree there are MANY SO MANY nice people still around. We see it daily, shoot many of us daily do nice things for others. The other day when I was shopping saw this sweet little old lady who couldn't been even 4'9" reaching up for bread, so I was nice and put it on the top shelf for her. Her face looked surprised, I thought "Oh she must love a challenge!" Nah,,,, I asked her what could I reach for her. It's the small things. If someone is lonely and they want a small conversation I am willing to listen. It helps to make their day. Smiles all around that helps too. Helping someone pay for their groceries is a PLUS PLUS TOO! I will not though pay for booze. LOL that shouldn't even be in their if they do have enough money.2
-
Good Morning Airport Friends:
I hope you are all doing well this morning. I am super tired this morning. I don't feel rested at all. Well not really. I don't feel like I got to relax this weekend. I felt like I was always on the go. Which is weird because Joe's parents are definitely a relax site for me. I wonder if that is not going to be the case anymore.
@LindieMaeP - That is weird that you are getting snow and thunder. My parents were both raised in the area. My Dad is Battle Creek and My Mom in Kalamazoo. I am not sure they ever ventured toward the detroit area as kids. I will have to ask my Mom about Bill Kennedy.
@Kurtize - That is what happened to me.
@Dianedoessmiles1 - That is good that both events went well. I am not sure about the long hauler. A lot of people have told me it takes a while to recover and get back to normal from Covid.
@katiecondy1 - Hopefully you get an appointment for you knee sooner that next year.
Well it is time to get ready for work. I hope you all have a great day.
Tabatha2 -
Thought of the day:
Being positive doesn't mean ignoring the negative.
Being positive means overcoming the negative.
There is a BIG DIFFERENCE!
Have a Magnificent Monday 5 -
Good morning everyone2
-
Good morning everyone, it's a cold one indeed - but one load of laundry done and folded now to put away maybe later lol Oddly enough they were not all that hot once out of the dryer, the clothes got cold fast! Gene got home late last night, instead of a 6 hour shift it turned out to be a 12.5 hour shift he's not suppose to do, I reminded him, that he should say no next time. He's still sleeping and so would I be !
@Dianedoessmiles1 I put the link to the movie on the blog so you can just click it and watch. The snow is coming back today or tonight ! GO AWAY lol I have had enough !! The next storm is coming from the Island !! They will get more then us so we maybe will get just a flurry or two.
@katiecondy1 I am sure you will find some good ways to do your exercise and get your steps in manually - I suggest you go on your smart watch or fitbit or what ever you use and lower the requirement - I did that when I was not able to do 10,000 anymore -I lowered it to 6000 so that I could acheive that and see that - it helped a lot and was still encouraging. I belive there are other strenth exercises you can do sitting that can count as time too.
@macrat12 I am sorry you lost your computer, or rather it died on you, I am waiting for this one to die, I dont' like it and naturlaly because I do not like it, it will not die LOL I hope your new computer comes as quickly as it can. You can post from a smart phone if you have one but it can be a bit tedious.
@Tabatha_Cain do give yourself more time to get over the covid, while you are no longer a carrier to others, you will find you are tired more - I found it took me a good month to 6 weeks to finally have my normal energy back. I would think this time of year stresses a lot of people so I am not surrprised you did not rest as much as you thought you would with the soon to be inlaws. I hope your work day goes well today. I was trying to think what channel Bill Kennedy at the Movies was on - I remember we did not have cable back in those days but "rabbit ears" that brought in the signal and of course we were not that far away from the tv tower that sent out the signal - I think we only got a few channels - 2 was Canadian, 4 was American, NBC I think, 7 was another one - and so on and so on .. lol it's been so long and of course we have cable now.
@everyone have a marvelous Monday - you can if you want to! I want to !!
2 -
I had a little hiatus and enjoyed a bit more quiet than usual. All the reading is caught up, and as usual, there is a lot I missed. @katiecondy1: Glad to hear the knee is a bit better and wish with you that the knee would heal faster. @Tabatha_Cain: Hearing folks with the aftermath of Covid recalls for me when I was in bed for almost three months with Mono. I got so down and hope that you can keep your spirits up surrounded by your loving families.
@Dianedoessmiles1: You always make me laugh. What a gift you have!
@LindieMaeP: Enjoy the snow pics.
@macrat12: Hoping you have no major snags in getting your new computer up and running!
Yesterday Billie took me on two walks. One was not in my plans. She started chasing cars and I had to redirect her to exploring another trail. After that she went right back to her sport. If I could catch her, I would put her on a leash and take her back into the house. She won't let me near her. Even on our walks she stays just far enough to keep me in her sight. In between the chases, I raked up another load of Sweetgum balls. I bet I will have another two raking to go before they are all off the tree.
Word for the day: Inspiration
3 -
@Dianedoessmiles1 -I’m behind by more than a week but yay on sleep! That’s awesome you got the 8 hours. Hopefully there have been more since!3
-
@cormierannie -congrats to your daughter! My daughter is going for music so we still have time til we hear where she is going.2
