Daily Ooos: Monday, September 18

[faerywings]

*looks bleary about*
Is it really Monday? Again? What a week it was. I swear I blinked and ~~~~whoooooosh.
The weekend was a double whooooooosh. And guess what? I am still not packed. I am semi-packed. But in my defense, I was busy getting ready for Caitlyn's birthday, her gifts were wrapped and the card was printed and signed. Yeah. That took allll day. It felt like it took all day. My brain was bouncing everywhere other than in my skull. I would start one thing, sidetrack myself, go on to another three different things- sidetracking myself within each of them too.
All. Over. The Place.

Gary has an appt with his endocrinologist this morning and the house will be quiet, so maybe I can get the last-minute things done without throwing every last thing from my closet into the suitcase.

Scott called on his way home last night, said it felt weird since it isn't "home" yet. Is it awful that I was happy he said this place will always be home to him?

PS: Is it doubly awful that I was relieved that the house Cait and Tom looked at last night was not an option for them?

Have a wonderful day and week my love! I'll miss you xoxo

 

[faerywings]

BTW- I did get teary talking to Caitlyn yesterday morning. Scott told her what he stopped himself from telling me Saturday morning. When we were working on the Legos together Friday night, he kept looking around the house and at all of us thinking what a beautiful family he has and how much he loves us. As Cait was saying this, I couldn't help but cry. But it wasn't sadness, it wasn't joy either. Or maybe it was both and more. It was just *intense.*
Does that make sense?

@vickyday Thanks for the good thoughts! It is raining today but as of right now, the next three days are supposed to be nice. There are rip current warnings but that won't be an issue for us. Not really going to be the best beach temps but that's fine too.

@LSlycord I am glad that you got it all out at the rehearsal dinner of your brother's wedding But I totally get that feeling you had. Like I said up there-- simply too intense. I laugh at my reaction to my BFF's wedding. I was completely fine (aside from being nervous) as her maid of honor. The following day, I cried all day. Couldn't even get out of bed. And the one person I would normally call if I was having a breakdown was on her honeymoon hahaha!! Thanks for sharing your story too
It has to be strange that you don't get seasons after living in Iowa for so many years. I wouldn't mind the weather in FL but I think it would be weird to have a Christmas tree up and wearing t-shirts/shorts.

@vickyday Hope that the rain is over, we are getting that today. Hope that the weather is better and you can get some bike time in.
I am with you, I would love to hear about freezing tomatoes!

@BrightEyes You must have been on cloud nine with the family around. Food and laughing and the kids -- that sounds like heaven to me! Alyn must be a great cook. Yummy sounding food! BTW, how is her name pronounced, I want to make sure I get it right when I say it in my head. Is it Allen? Or Ay-Lyn? Something else? Thanks!
Good luck at the dr tomorrow. Will they be able to figure out anything else to do for your BP?

@bcgal00 I can't believe that the smoky air is still happening. The weather this summer has been awful all over the world. The drought has to be horrible for the wildlife, especially at this time of year as the wildlife is trying to store up for winter.
Good luck getting the moving paperwork all taken care of. Did you ever book the rest of the excursions for the cruise?

@Cherylndesigns It's no wonder you are struggling with what day it is. The last few weeks have been a blur for you and your family. I'll try to check in and see how Marley is doing from my phone but I will be thinking of her and all of the family even if I can't.
Not sure if I mentioned this- but Scott will be here for Cait's birthday dinner on Thursday. He switched his days off so he would be around. She was thrilled about that and I know that he will be stopping in often enough. The four of them (S, C, Sam, Tom) are planning a mini-vacation together -- going to the house in PA for a long weekend in October/Early November maybe. I can't ask for more than that ♥

With that, have a fantastic few days. I'll catch up with everyone on Friday!!

 

[vickyday]

*looks bleary about*
Is it really Monday? Again? What a week it was. I swear I blinked and ~~~~whoooooosh.
The weekend was a double whooooooosh. And guess what? I am still not packed. I am semi-packed. But in my defense, I was busy getting ready for Caitlyn's birthday, her gifts were wrapped and the card was printed and signed. Yeah. That took allll day. It felt like it took all day. My brain was bouncing everywhere other than in my skull. I would start one thing, sidetrack myself, go on to another three different things- sidetracking myself within each of them too.
All. Over. The Place.

Gary has an appt with his endocrinologist this morning and the house will be quiet, so maybe I can get the last-minute things done without throwing every last thing from my closet into the suitcase.

Scott called on his way home last night, said it felt weird since it isn't "home" yet. Is it awful that I was happy he said this place will always be home to him?

PS: Is it doubly awful that I was relieved that the house Cait and Tom looked at last night was not an option for them?

Have a wonderful day and week my love! I'll miss you xoxo

You are a normal mom with your "devilish" thoughts, LOL!

 

[BrightEyes]

Real quick in and out.. Have to leave for doc's appt in 30 minutes. Looks like the kids decided to not go to Carlsbad Caverns after all. They are still asleep and would need to leave when I do so we can lock up the house.

@faerywings - we pronounce daughter-in-law's name as Allen... but that is a nickname. Jim's wife who died was Merilyn (with an E) and this wife is Marilyn (with an A). So she said call her A'lyn as a contraction of her name. Sure saves confusion when we talk about them.

Will be back later to upload a new release collection. HAGD

 

[vickyday]

BTW- I did get teary talking to Caitlyn yesterday morning. Scott told her what he stopped himself from telling me Saturday morning. When we were working on the Legos together Friday night, he kept looking around the house and at all of us thinking what a beautiful family he has and how much he loves us. As Cait was saying this, I couldn't help but cry. But it wasn't sadness, it wasn't joy either. Or maybe it was both and more. It was just *intense.*
Does that make sense?

@vickyday Thanks for the good thoughts! It is raining today but as of right now, the next three days are supposed to be nice. There are rip current warnings but that won't be an issue for us. Not really going to be the best beach temps but that's fine too.

@LSlycord I am glad that you got it all out at the rehearsal dinner of your brother's wedding But I totally get that feeling you had. Like I said up there-- simply too intense. I laugh at my reaction to my BFF's wedding. I was completely fine (aside from being nervous) as her maid of honor. The following day, I cried all day. Couldn't even get out of bed. And the one person I would normally call if I was having a breakdown was on her honeymoon hahaha!! Thanks for sharing your story too
It has to be strange that you don't get seasons after living in Iowa for so many years. I wouldn't mind the weather in FL but I think it would be weird to have a Christmas tree up and wearing t-shirts/shorts.

@vickyday Hope that the rain is over, we are getting that today. Hope that the weather is better and you can get some bike time in.
I am with you, I would love to hear about freezing tomatoes!

@BrightEyes You must have been on cloud nine with the family around. Food and laughing and the kids -- that sounds like heaven to me! Alyn must be a great cook. Yummy sounding food! BTW, how is her name pronounced, I want to make sure I get it right when I say it in my head. Is it Allen? Or Ay-Lyn? Something else? Thanks!
Good luck at the dr tomorrow. Will they be able to figure out anything else to do for your BP?

@bcgal00 I can't believe that the smoky air is still happening. The weather this summer has been awful all over the world. The drought has to be horrible for the wildlife, especially at this time of year as the wildlife is trying to store up for winter.
Good luck getting the moving paperwork all taken care of. Did you ever book the rest of the excursions for the cruise?

@Cherylndesigns It's no wonder you are struggling with what day it is. The last few weeks have been a blur for you and your family. I'll try to check in and see how Marley is doing from my phone but I will be thinking of her and all of the family even if I can't.
Not sure if I mentioned this- but Scott will be here for Cait's birthday dinner on Thursday. He switched his days off so he would be around. She was thrilled about that and I know that he will be stopping in often enough. The four of them (S, C, Sam, Tom) are planning a mini-vacation together -- going to the house in PA for a long weekend in October/Early November maybe. I can't ask for more than that ♥

With that, have a fantastic few days. I'll catch up with everyone on Friday!!

I have frozen tomatoes plenty of times, but only after blanching them in boiling water first so the skins could be removed! I'm hoping to avoid that process.....especially since what I will be freezing is cherry tomatoes that would NOT be very easy to peel! @LSlycord

 

[vickyday]

Good Morning,
Been a busy morning and still have more to do.
I finished knitting the baby blanket yesterday! I still have to weave in the ends of the yarn, but the hard part is done! Then I will need to start on the other blanket for the baby due in February. I don't like the "stripe" of the lighter yarn! I don't know if it is they way the yarn was or if it is just the way the pattern makes it look.
It is a beautiful morning with sunshine, cooler temperature and low to no humidity! LOVE IT!
Hope you all have a wonderful Monday!

 

[taxed4ever]

Good Monday Morning ladies! I was MIA for the entire weekend, nothing new there! It was busy and we got lots of work done and had some relaxing times mixed in there also. DH bought us some rib eye steaks and BBQ'd those up last night. Oh my goodness they were so delicious!! He is the King of the BBQ!! I bought myself a new ergonomic mouse to use and so trying that out this morning. My wrist is still giving me grief and it doesn't seem to be getting any better. This new mouse lifts my hand off the edge of my desk, so it will take some getting used to, but hopefullly it helps me out. I have 30 days to return it to Best Buy, so that is good. How am I ever going to get my calendars done this year, if my arm keeps falling asleep??? It will take me months LOL. It's time to get to the doctor about it, I have been putting off going, but I need to find out what the heck is going on. So I will make the call right after I get another coffee and before Heather calls. I got a layout done for a pre-release yesterday, but man my wrist was so done after I finally got it finished. I have another that I want to start, but god knows how long that will take LOL. I always use my tablet and pen to do my scrapbooking, but even that is bothering my wrist just when I am back to really wanting to get some scrapping done!! Why did this have to happen . Anyway even typing this has aggravated my arm, so I will come back in a bit to finish off this post and catch up with all of you.

 

[Cherylndesigns]

Good afternoon.

Quick in and out, but I'll try to come back later. Chris @faerywings you are blessed - what a great family you have - I love to hear your sweet stories about your kids. Thanks for your love and concern about Marley. Have a great time and we'll try to be good. Unless you-know-who finds out you're gone. No names but...............

Vicky @vickyday love the blanket so far. You're the Knitting Queen, you know. No crowns in the smilies. LOL We need a crown in there. I see the stripe too. That's odd, but maybe it was supposed to be in there.

Waving to Kay @BrightEyes Rae @bcgal00 and Trudy @taxed4ever and anyone else who stops in. Wishing everybody a good day.
XOXO

 

[taxed4ever]

Well appointment is made for Wednesday at 10:30am. I was surprised to get in so soon. Sure hope we can get to the bottom of the reason for my arm acting up so much! Had a nice face time with Heather and they had a busy weekend, but now she has a cold that Hunter brought home from school on Friday . So the school year has begun and so have the spread of germs!!

@faerywings Have a wonderful time with your Mom! You so deserve this rest and relaxation time with her! I do hope that the weather cooperates and that you can get some great time on the beach! Your kids are so awesome and kind and caring!! No wonder you were crying and I totally understand what you were talking about! Its a cry that's not happy or sad really, just a cry from the heart that will never be the same again once they are all grown and gone from the nest. .

@vickyday - Well your baby blanket turned out amazing and that lunch you had looked pretty amazing too! However if I would have eaten that bread I would be suffering from heartburn all day long. Grains of any kind do that to my poor stomach, but it sure looks delicious!!

@bcgal00 - I can't believe you are going to be moving again!! I sure hope that everything works out with the finances and I sure hope you found out if it is possible to get a doctor without any trouble where you are going. Have you ever been to that part of the prairie before? Be prepared for some really crazy weather, one day -20 then the chinook winds come and its +20 LOL. I just hope that you will be finally in your best place!! Hope that your list for the movers gets done quickly and that you can focus on your upcoming cruise excursions!!

@BrightEyes - Hope you are enjoying your visit with your DS and his wife! Sounds like everyone is in need of a bit of sleep in day!

@Cherylndesigns - Sending lots of hugs and belly rubs for Marley as you all continue to deal with his illness.

Well it is taking some time to get used to this new mouse and I need to learn all the little tricks that it can do, I don't like having to switch back and forth from my keyboard to the mouse for the little things that I am sure the mouse can do. If that makes any sense to any of you?? I now have my brace on my wrist and will try to get my second layout done with the Lakeside collection from Erin. I wish all of you a wonderful day!

 

[vickyday]

Good Monday Morning ladies! I was MIA for the entire weekend, nothing new there! It was busy and we got lots of work done and had some relaxing times mixed in there also. DH bought us some rib eye steaks and BBQ'd those up last night. Oh my goodness they were so delicious!! He is the King of the BBQ!! I bought myself a new ergonomic mouse to use and so trying that out this morning. My wrist is still giving me grief and it doesn't seem to be getting any better. This new mouse lifts my hand off the edge of my desk, so it will take some getting used to, but hopefullly it helps me out. I have 30 days to return it to Best Buy, so that is good. How am I ever going to get my calendars done this year, if my arm keeps falling asleep??? It will take me months LOL. It's time to get to the doctor about it, I have been putting off going, but I need to find out what the heck is going on. So I will make the call right after I get another coffee and before Heather calls. I got a layout done for a pre-release yesterday, but man my wrist was so done after I finally got it finished. I have another that I want to start, but god knows how long that will take LOL. I always use my tablet and pen to do my scrapbooking, but even that is bothering my wrist just when I am back to really wanting to get some scrapping done!! Why did this have to happen . Anyway even typing this has aggravated my arm, so I will come back in a bit to finish off this post and catch up with all of you.

Oh man! I hope you can get in to see the doctor soon about your wrist!

 

[vickyday]

Well appointment is made for Wednesday at 10:30am. I was surprised to get in so soon. Sure hope we can get to the bottom of the reason for my arm acting up so much! Had a nice face time with Heather and they had a busy weekend, but now she has a cold that Hunter brought home from school on Friday . So the school year has begun and so have the spread of germs!!

@faerywings Have a wonderful time with your Mom! You so deserve this rest and relaxation time with her! I do hope that the weather cooperates and that you can get some great time on the beach! Your kids are so awesome and kind and caring!! No wonder you were crying and I totally understand what you were talking about! Its a cry that's not happy or sad really, just a cry from the heart that will never be the same again once they are all grown and gone from the nest. .

@vickyday - Well your baby blanket turned out amazing and that lunch you had looked pretty amazing too! However if I would have eaten that bread I would be suffering from heartburn all day long. Grains of any kind do that to my poor stomach, but it sure looks delicious!!

@bcgal00 - I can't believe you are going to be moving again!! I sure hope that everything works out with the finances and I sure hope you found out if it is possible to get a doctor without any trouble where you are going. Have you ever been to that part of the prairie before? Be prepared for some really crazy weather, one day -20 then the chinook winds come and its +20 LOL. I just hope that you will be finally in your best place!! Hope that your list for the movers gets done quickly and that you can focus on your upcoming cruise excursions!!

@BrightEyes - Hope you are enjoying your visit with your DS and his wife! Sounds like everyone is in need of a bit of sleep in day!

@Cherylndesigns - Sending lots of hugs and belly rubs for Marley as you all continue to deal with his illness.

Well it is taking some time to get used to this new mouse and I need to learn all the little tricks that it can do, I don't like having to switch back and forth from my keyboard to the mouse for the little things that I am sure the mouse can do. If that makes any sense to any of you?? I now have my brace on my wrist and will try to get my second layout done with the Lakeside collection from Erin. I wish all of you a wonderful day!

WOW! That WAS quick for getting an appointment! But I'm glad for your sake!

 

[vickyday]

Good afternoon.

Quick in and out, but I'll try to come back later. Chris @faerywings you are blessed - what a great family you have - I love to hear your sweet stories about your kids. Thanks for your love and concern about Marley. Have a great time and we'll try to be good. Unless you-know-who finds out you're gone. No names but...............

Vicky @vickyday love the blanket so far. You're the Knitting Queen, you know. No crowns in the smilies. LOL We need a crown in there. I see the stripe too. That's odd, but maybe it was supposed to be in there.

Waving to Kay @BrightEyes Rae @bcgal00 and Trudy @taxed4ever and anyone else who stops in. Wishing everybody a good day.
XOXO

Well, the stripe is what it is, LOL! No do-overs on this blanket! I love the feel of it. It's a cotton/Poly blend 50/50. It is pretty heavy, so it will be warm for a January baby!

 

[Cherylndesigns]

Well, the stripe is what it is, LOL! No do-overs on this blanket! I love the feel of it. It's a cotton/Poly blend 50/50. It is pretty heavy, so it will be warm for a January baby!

It will be beautiful and so soft and cozy.

 

[bcgal00]

I'm late popping in here today. I have been busy with purging old clothes and misc stuff out of the closets. Purging has been getting easier and easier as time goes on. I can honestly say I am no longer a hoarder. I still have a ton of clothes and shoes but I don't consider that hoarding, I wear all of it. But things I haven't used since moving here I have been evaluating if I still need to hang on to them.

I called the computer guy about my laptop (needs new casing), its been 3 wks now (he told me 2 wks for repairs), and he says the parts haven't come in from the U.S. and has no idea when that might happen. If I want to pick up my broken laptop and bring it home, he will give it to me if I pay half of the cost of parts he ordered. I am so ticked off that he didn't explain how this would work, there is no time limit on how long it can take, so if we move, I may not have a fixed laptop by then. I think he is hoping I will just let him keep it but no, it is still a great laptop, if it is fixed. I reported him to the better business bureau but they can't really do anything, I can just put a bad review on their site about the company. I will also let my ladies group now on FB about the terrible service. I just hope the parts come and he gets it fixed before I move but now I'm also paranoid that he will delay as long as he can b/c we argued today and he will enjoy frustrating me. Ugh.

It cooled off today, I enjoyed that. Tonight we'll start binging Rabbit Hole with Keifer Sutherland. Hope you are all having a good day.

@taxed4ever That sucks about the wrist problem. Hope the new mouse is beneficial.

@faerywings Hope the holiday is fun with your mom.

@vickyday Finished one blanket and then starting another, you are so busy!

 

[vickyday]

I'm late popping in here today. I have been busy with purging old clothes and misc stuff out of the closets. Purging has been getting easier and easier as time goes on. I can honestly say I am no longer a hoarder. I still have a ton of clothes and shoes but I don't consider that hoarding, I wear all of it. But things I haven't used since moving here I have been evaluating if I still need to hang on to them.

I called the computer guy about my laptop (needs new casing), its been 3 wks now (he told me 2 wks for repairs), and he says the parts haven't come in from the U.S. and has no idea when that might happen. If I want to pick up my broken laptop and bring it home, he will give it to me if I pay half of the cost of parts he ordered. I am so ticked off that he didn't explain how this would work, there is no time limit on how long it can take, so if we move, I may not have a fixed laptop by then. I think he is hoping I will just let him keep it but no, it is still a great laptop, if it is fixed. I reported him to the better business bureau but they can't really do anything, I can just put a bad review on their site about the company. I will also let my ladies group now on FB about the terrible service. I just hope the parts come and he gets it fixed before I move but now I'm also paranoid that he will delay as long as he can b/c we argued today and he will enjoy frustrating me. Ugh.

It cooled off today, I enjoyed that. Tonight we'll start binging Rabbit Hole with Keifer Sutherland. Hope you are all having a good day.

@taxed4ever That sucks about the wrist problem. Hope the new mouse is beneficial.

@faerywings Hope the holiday is fun with your mom.

@vickyday Finished one blanket and then starting another, you are so busy!

Oh, man! Computer problems are the worst! Especially if this guy is jacking you around! Sorry about the troubles! I wonder if he really has ordered the parts? Very frustrating circumstance! Sorry you are having to deal with all of it!
YUP! Got the next blanket started last night. I'm only 8 rows in, so can't tell how it is going to look yet!