Daily Ooo's: Wednesday, September 2

[faerywings]

Good morning, lOvely O-Fam!!!

This week is going by so fast, although Real Life (aka Back to school/college) is just beginning. Scott starts classes today with a bang. He has Algebra, which he unfortunately failed last semester and is re-taking it. The kid had a disability in Math (processing speed) as well as chronic illness. As an adult, he has to self-report if he needs any extra help, which he refused to do. Feels that he is able to work through it on his own. I give him credit for that, and hopefully this class will be easier the second time 'round.

Yesterday was a long day for me, but I think I look beeee-U-tiful now.:laugh:
My hair is now a dark blond with highlights to cover and blend the grey. No more bleached out ends and 4" dark brown roots. Cait's is dark brown with beautiful lilac-grey highlights. Who would have thought that young people would actually dye their hair grey? hehe!!! My cousin did this for us so Cait and I took turns watching her 3 yo. he is the cutest thing, but I am not used to the activity!!

Today I am off to get blood work and food shopping, two of my favorite *snort* things. Then I *have* to get things in order here. In my head, on my desk, the whole she-bang. Tonight starts Rocephin, so while I am going to hate being "tethered" I am looking fwd to some health improvement. I only need to do three days of this IV, she is doubling the dose of the meds, but shortening the time frame, hoping to hit the bacteria harder, but keeping my liver/WBC stable. We'll see. *shrug*

In case you were wondering,

Today is National Blueberry Popsicle Day! Blueberry popsicles are a delightful summer treat, especially when they're made with fresh-squeezed blueberry juice.
Popsicles were invented in 1905 by an eleven-year-old boy named Frank Epperson. One winter's night he accidentally left a fruit-flavored drink with a stirring stick on his porch. In the morning, it was the frozen treat we all know and love. Frank called his invention the "Epsicle," but the name was changed to "popsicle" eighteen years later.
To celebrate National Blueberry Popsicle Day, purchase a pack of blueberry popsicles or make your own homemade version. Enjoy!

Have a fab day!

 

[faerywings]

I have to do real quick personals today- running slow (as always)

nancy- Noodles sounds really cool! Wish they had one up here! I am so glad that you went to the dr about the bite. Just a heads up that sometimes tick bites do look like spider bites. There is no "classic bulls eye" so if you notice any weird symptoms, esp joint pain and fatigue, please get checked out again. Early Stage Lyme is completely different than Late so it is sooooo critical to catch it early. Sorry for the soap box, but you see what I deal with and I would not want anyone to have to go through this.

Shar- that sounds about right with moms and g-moms. I know how hard it is for me to be helpless for my kids, and they are here with me. Can't imagine being away- at at any distance. How are Zanna and Avery holding up?
So sorry for your losses

Oh Jean- thinking of you and your sister today. "Family meeting" is giving me goosebumps.

Trudy- when will you get your test results? Hope that it is all good news for you, and the stomach stuff is fixed easily.
I think one of the reasons this O-Fam is so tight is that we all "get it." heartache, worry, and of course laughter and love.

Claire- good thoughts to your son. It must be hard for you both getting back to "real life" after a break.
I know a bit about you from your intro thread, but please feel free to share as much or as little as you like here. This is a no-pressure zone
So glad that you are liking being here at the O. I couldn't get through many days without it!!


xoxoxo

 

[nancyr]

good morning - I again went on an early walk and I am on my second load of laundry. I am also 3/4 done on packing. Packing is crazy as I have to take cold weather and hiking stuff for part of the trip and then desert clothes for the other parts. Taking a big suit case and then of course there is all the electronics and chargers and the list goes on. My son's girlfriend is liking the pages that I am doing with her and Rex and her and my son that makes me very happy. Got my errands done so that is good. Today I have a couple more to do and then to relax. I will be in and out for the next 4 weeks or so as I am not sure what wifi I will have. But I will try to pop in every once in a while. I am also going to try posting on instagram if you want to follow. Tomorrow is off to the US Open Tennis. I do this every year for my DH's birthday. Of course it will be one of the hottest days at the tournament.

Chris hope everything goes well for the start of classes for your kids. Take care and relax some while they are at school. You and Cait's new do's sound beautiful. And I will keep and eye on the bite.

Trudy hope the test results show what the doctor's should do next! Heart burn is a pain LOL!

Sharron hoping for good news about your DGD. So the page about bullying - wonderful!

Jean glad your weather is good that always helps my frame of mind. Hope everything continues well for your sister!

Claire congrats on the retirement and having extra time to fill with what you want. I am sure you son is glad the center is open.

Have a great day!

 

[ceeflower]

Hoping the treatment goes well today Chris and that you get your test results soon Trudy and that it is only a minor problem.
Nancy glad you had a good walk pacing sounds interesting are you going on a cruise?
Sharon hope things settle for you granddaughter soon and that the stress lessons for you and your daughter
Jean hoping the family meeting with the social worker goes well and things improve for your sister.

I have had my hair done this morning then went by bus to Darlington, my friend got on the same bus so it was time for a natter and then we met for lunch after shopping. I got new curtains for the room my eldest son uses if he comes home overnight,it's also my husband's hobbies room. Then basic bits of shopping for me and something small to be the start of shopping for my husband's 60th at the end of the month.

 

[taxed4ever]

morning ladies... I am headed out for a quick walk this morning and then will pop back in for personals. poured rain this morning but now the sun is out and I want to take advantage of the nice weather while it lasts. Up with the birds this morning, but went back to bed as the rain lulled me to sleep. Now my day is all upside down and just finished skyping with DD and Mason so I am very late getting in here today. Off I go :bolt: talk again soon!!

 

[scrap-genie]

We had the family meeting with me, DH, sister's DIL and by video phone my nephew and my niece via my antique cell phone (at least she could hear everyone) and my sister. We got PT and OT reports and discussion with the social worker. Bottom line, sister will probably stay in this facility at least two weeks more for treatment, but then she is still going to need constant caring. Discussed various options, but final decision is my niece is coming until the end of the year and will be able to work from here. I already really liked my niece, but now I think she's amazing! The DIL (who lives a 3.5 hour drive away) and we were able to take a deep breath at this. Sister still has long road and steep hill to climb, but now she has some breathing room. My head is still buzzing from the built up stress and now some release. Hope my itching that started yesterday is just stress-related and now takes a hike. Thanks for letting me vent!

Chris, hope we get to see your and Cait's new looks. She looks so amazing in your webspiration LO. Blood work and groceries, what a combo. Hope it went well. Good luck with the latest round of meds.

Nancy, your pages for son's girlfriend are definitely looking good! Glad she likes them. I know you'll have fun (and keep cool?) at the US Open. Isn't it fun when you need such variety of clothing. Hope that big suitcase isn't TOO big.

Claire, sounds like a good day with hair, friend and new curtains. Good luck with the birthday shopping.

Trudy, hope your upside down day gets upright again! Nice to have both rain and then sun.

Sharron, hope all is well and the Utah branch OK.

 

[SharLamb]

Back to the pool this morning after a week away (our trip, then the reflux all-nighter kept me away). First time leaving home in the dark, then afterward, finding school buses in the parking lot. I am NOT ready for summer to be over. This morning made it seem official.

Fabulous morning with Clara today. She is just walking all over, and has a great vocabulary. She acted as if she was really happy to have us there today, and seem confused when we were leaving, like, "Why are you saying bye-bye???" It was wonderful.

Started my gig as a Guest CT member at Mscraps yesterday, and was reminded of what a lot of work it is to be on a CT. But Patsy (here) picked my first CT layout as a GSO! Great way to start.

Talk about a random experience: I told you about our acquaintance who died Sunday. Well, we haven't seen them at all for at least 10 years...and that was probably at someone else's funeral. Before that it had been at least 5 years. After we left Clara's it was such a gorgeous day, and Lake Washington was sparkling blue and diamonds, so we decided to have lunch on the deck at Ivar's (local fish and chips chain). I'm going inside to get more tartar sauce, and who do I bump into but the widow!!!!!!!!!! She and several family members had come for lunch. AND she's got her granddaughter, MORGAN with her...about the same age as our Morgan would have been. The whole thing was sort of Twilight Zone-ish!

Nothing new to report in Utah. One of the options some days for Avery and Gavin is to ride their bikes to school. That has worked well at least once. I'm investigating the possibility of buying an American Girl movie that is about bullying, and just sending it to Avery's teacher. A friend told me it is very good. Zanna reiterated to me how much Avery LOVES LOVES LOVES Marisol. That is a thrill for me on a couple levels.

Chris, we need "make-over" photos! Hope your IV time goes smoothly AND WORKS!

Nancy, I'm so excited for you re. your trip. I know we will get some awesome LOs. Sounds like yesterday was a good day for you.

Claire, how fun to run into your friend on the bus. Sounds like fun shopping too.

Jean, seems like things went quite well with the meeting. How wonderful to have so many family members rallying around. I hear you about stress. I've got several relatively minor issues that I know are stress-related. But then life is stressful. That's just the way it is.

Looks like we got home just before a change in the weather. Clouds have moved in. A mocha is going to taste/feel good shortly.

Scrap on!

 

[taxed4ever]

Hi ladies... well so much for my walk in the nice weather... as soon as I was ready to go my sister called to say she was her way over to drop off something that she wants me to paint. After getting off the phone, the rain had moved back in and there was thunder and lightning and it was just pouring. Then sister shows up a bit later and stayed for more than 2 hours!! So much for getting anything done today LOL!!

Chris - Yes we would love to see the new colour of your hair!! Hope it made you feel better just getting it done! My doc called me yesterday to say that my Cholestrol levels were very slightly elevated, but its no wonder with all the hot dogs, hamburgers and fries and other crap I have been eating while our company was here. She said to just watch my diet lol. My breathe test has not come back yet so still waiting for those results.

Nancy - Sounds like you will be well prepared for your trip! I know that you will have a wonderful time! Wish I could come and do the hikes with you! Have fun at the Tennis games I have seen on TV that they have been suffering from lots of heat exhaustion. Hope its not too darn hot for you! Stomach is not so much heartburn as it feels like my stomach is bleeding whenever I eat. Ugh!!!

Claire - A great day with a friend and shopping is perfect! Hope your hubby's 60th is lots of fun for everyone! My 60th this April, not sure what will be happening for that (secretly hoping for a trip to Ireland) Wishful thinking!! :becky:

Jean - Your niece sounds like a wonderful caring person! The meeting seems like it was good and productive! Hoping for much more improvement for your sister and that the stress will lift from you soon!! :hug:

Sharron - So happy that Marisol is such a big hit for your Avery! How freakish was your meeting with your old friend?? It really must have felt like you were in the twilight zone! Wish I could get back to swimming already, but the pool is not open until the 13th :mmph: Its been a crazy weather day here today, sun, rain, thunder and lightning now sun again and very windy :loco:

Off to find something to eat that will not upset my stomach, wish me luck!! :wave: