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Post by MichyM on Dec 26, 2021 19:36:26 GMT
I'm feeling a little "pity-party-ish" today. If you didn't know, my son and his partner arrived in town on the 15th. Son tested positive with an at home test after landing, partner tested positive 2 days later. Still hoping beyond hope that they didn't infect anyone on the day they traveled. After isolating in my home office/guest room for a week, the guys moved to an airbnb a couple of days ago as they were feeling better, and also feeling like the walls of my office were closing in on them. Totally understandable, and I'm surprised they lasted that long actually! We decided that the 25th would be "just a day" and that the 26th would be "real Christmas" after partner was sprung. Initially they were supposed to leave on the 26th, but are now staying until the 29th so we all have some time in the same room together  Son came out of covid isolation on the 24th and has been at his dad's the last 2 nights. HURRAY. Partner is in the airbnb, and I am home. Plan was to spring partner from the airbnb this morning, then I would come over for a late brunch after they had opened gifts, and spend the day through dinner. Once the three men got through the disappointment we were set. I should mention that this is 37YO partner's first Christmas away from his family. Ho, ho, and ha? Hopefully he'll actually come back to Seattle another year? Well, the snow that was predicted (but snow doesn't show up at least half of the time it is forecast in Seattle) fell overnight and continues to fall today. Right now I have 4' at my place (at the tippy top of a high hill). I know it doesn't sound like a lot to many of you, but we don't get snow very often here and have very little in the way of snow removal and/or treatment of roads. Temps are in the low 20's, and will get down to the teens over the next 3-5 days. So, as of right now, ex and son are going to head out to pick up partner (hurray, he's finally being sprung and fingers crossed that the drive isn't too dicey) and take him back to ex's, but I am staying put. Getting on and off this hill can be very rough in snow, and I know I wouldn't be able to relax at my ex's while watching it snow all day and knowing I need to get home in it this evening. It is amazing to me how Christmas 2021 turned on a dime us, as well as so many others. I've said it beofre and I'll say it again...I am eternally grateful that this didn't happen prior to the vaccines, and that son and partner's cases were mild. The guys will spend Christmas 2022 with partner's family, so here's to Holidays 2023 possibly working out a little better for me, yes?!? I think I'm going to try and go somewhere where Christmas isn't typically celebrated next December! Does anyone have to cheese to share with my whine? <3 Or whiines that they want to share? And thanks for listening girls. |
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Post by Skellinton on Dec 26, 2021 19:40:14 GMT
Thank just sucks, I am sorry. I don't understand why the guys aren't coming to your place though. Your son just stayed with your ex while he was free, seems like they should be with you now.
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Post by MichyM on Dec 26, 2021 19:48:22 GMT
Thank just sucks, I am sorry. I don't understand why the guys aren't coming to your place though. Your son just stayed with your ex while he was free, seems like they should be with you now. Because it was important to ex to have them there for Christmas (their holiday, not mine). Being Jewish myself, it means more to ex than to me. And I think partner needs to be around some Christmas decorations, etc for a while after not getting to enjoy any of the lead-up to the big day. Plus getting up here to me could be a major pain in the butt. I will have them for the 28th and that evening. Then off to the airport the morning of the 29th for part 2 of their vacation. |
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Post by JoP on Dec 26, 2021 19:48:27 GMT
MichyM sending you (((hugs))).  from across the pond. I agree that Christmas can turn on a dime âčïž My mum (93), who I look after, went to my sisterâs in Devon on 24th for a week, meaning I get time for myself and hubby to do some fun things - that was the plan. I had bad thigh and lower pain the first few weeks of December. X-rays showed on the 22nd that Iâve a fractured L3 vertebrae. No driving, no drinking wine, due to pain meds - and no fun things either đ„șđą
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Post by MichyM on Dec 26, 2021 19:50:45 GMT
MichyM sending you (((hugs))). from across the pond. I agree that Christmas can turn on a dime âčïž My mum (93), who I look after, went to my sisterâs in Devon on 24th for a week, meaning I get time for myself and hubby to do some fun things - that was the plan. I had bad thigh and lower pain the first few weeks of December. X-rays showed on the 22nd that Iâve a fractured L3 vertebrae. No driving, no drinking wine, due to pain meds - and no fun things either đ„șđą Oh noooo! Your whine is much worse than my whine, I am so sorry! And to top it off, no wine for you? BOOOOO HISS. How long is it anticipated that your recovery will take? |
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Post by peabay on Dec 26, 2021 19:50:54 GMT
Iâm sorry - thatâs so disappointing.
So glad they are okay and you didnât catch it.
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Post by catck on Dec 26, 2021 19:52:42 GMT
I'll join the pity party. We spent yesterday on our own looking forward to company today. That changed when we woke up to snow this morning as nobody needs to drive in these conditions, it's snowing hard here and blowing a gale. So we are on our again but at least everyone is staying safe. Not a white Christmas but a white Boxing Day!!
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Post by summer on Dec 26, 2021 19:52:59 GMT
Sorry your holiday didnât go according to plan but Iâm glad your son and his partner are better and that you didnât get Covid. Iâd stay in too with the snow.
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Post by JoP on Dec 26, 2021 19:54:09 GMT
MichyM sending you (((hugs))). from across the pond. I agree that Christmas can turn on a dime âčïž My mum (93), who I look after, went to my sisterâs in Devon on 24th for a week, meaning I get time for myself and hubby to do some fun things - that was the plan. I had bad thigh and lower pain the first few weeks of December. X-rays showed on the 22nd that Iâve a fractured L3 vertebrae. No driving, no drinking wine, due to pain meds - and no fun things either đ„șđą Oh noooo! Your whine is much worse than my whine, I am so sorry! And to top it off, no wine for you? BOOOOO HISS. How long is it anticipated that your recovery will take? Theyâve not given any indication yet - I need a bone density scan and an appointment with an Orthopaedic doctor. Definitely no wine as two out of the three pain meds clearly state no Alcohol đ© |
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Post by busy on Dec 26, 2021 19:54:39 GMT
Oh no, what a disappointment. I'm so sorry. I'm glad you'll get to see them more before they go, and that they are both doing well, and that you didn't catch it.
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Post by rst on Dec 26, 2021 19:58:18 GMT
This snow, and the cold temps, are a big deal when you have steep hills like we do. We have an out of state guest who is just not getting it (yet) and thinking that my son will be starting out on a lengthy road trip with them tomorrow bright and early. Chances are high that they will not get off our hill tomorrow, or the next day.
I'm sorry that plans for fun and festivity didn't work out for you with your son and his partner. It's been a weird year, and I'm pretty much ready to be done with it.
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Post by jenjie on Dec 26, 2021 20:00:06 GMT
Iâm sorry. I think youâre being gracious about it all and Iâm sorry things turned out this way.
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Post by snoopy on Dec 26, 2021 20:01:07 GMT
Iâm so sorry MichyM That really stinks! We are snowed in too, but we were able to spend Christmas Eve and Christmas Day with friends and family, and didnât get snow until early this morning. I hope you are able to make the most of your day on the 28th. |
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Post by Skellinton on Dec 26, 2021 20:03:45 GMT
Thank just sucks, I am sorry. I don't understand why the guys aren't coming to your place though. Your son just stayed with your ex while he was free, seems like they should be with you now. Because it was important to ex to have them there for Christmas (their holiday, not mine). Being Jewish myself, it means more to ex than to me. And I think partner needs to be around some Christmas decorations, etc for a while after not getting to enjoy any of the lead-up to the big day. Plus getting up here to me could be a major pain in the butt. I will have them for the 28th and that evening. Then off to the airport the morning of the 29th for part 2 of their vacation. Oh, that makes sense. I am sorry for you though. I hope you can whoop it up on the 28th to help make up for the quarantine time. |
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Post by myboysnme on Dec 26, 2021 20:06:57 GMT
It all sucks but thankfully you are safe and warm inside and can enjoy the unusual snow fall.
Maybe next year you can go to partners family celebration for a day or so so it wont be until 2023
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Post by Eddie-n-Harley on Dec 26, 2021 20:08:52 GMT
Well, the snow that was predicted (but snow doesn't show up at least half of the time it is forecast in Seattle) fell overnight and continues to fall today. Right now I have 4' at my place (at the tippy top of a high hill). I know it doesn't sound like a lot to many of you, but we don't get snow very often here and have very little in the way of snow removal and/or treatment of roads. Temps are in the low 20's, and will get down to the teens over the next 3-5 days. I assume you meant 4" and not 4', because four feet of snow is a lot to pretty much everyone.  But four inches is a lot to get at once-- the plows here don't come out for less than three inches. And I won't drive on more than about an inch unless the plows have been out, or the brine trucks managed to treat the roads the night before. The good news is that if there's anyone out there salting the roads, low 20s will be warm enough for it to work. I am sorry your plans got changed on you. I hope DS and his partner are feeling loads better by the time they come to your place. |
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Post by lisae on Dec 26, 2021 20:17:10 GMT
Also assuming you mean 4 inches of snow which grinds everything to a halt here in the south as well. Your Christmas would make a good holiday movie. It doesn't sound like it is going to have a happy ending with everyone gathered round the table but then you have a couple more days. Hopefully the snow will melt quickly and you can spend some time with the guys before the holiday season ends.
I wouldn't worry about them infecting anyone on the plane trip out as they were likely not the only sick ones traveling without knowing and there are probably some sick ones traveling who do know and are going anyway. Pick out somewhere warm and fun to go next year.
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Post by littlemama on Dec 26, 2021 20:18:12 GMT
That must be so disappointing for all of you. I live in a snowy state and I wouldnt try to go down a steep hill with 4" of snow on the ground!
Dh's younger brother is on his way to the ER. He was diagnosed with Covid more than a week ago and is having trouble breathing. He is in his 30s and lives 4 hours away from us with his wife and 4 kids. If you have a prayer to spare, Dave could use them.
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Post by JoP on Dec 26, 2021 20:25:26 GMT
That must be so disappointing for all of you. I love in a snowy state and I wouldnt try to go down a steep hill with 4" of snow on the ground! Dh's younger brother is on his way to the ER. He was diagnosed with Covid more than a week ago and is having trouble breathing. He is in his 30s and lives 4 hours away from us with his wife and 4 kids. If you have a prayer to spare, Dave could use them. Keeping Dave in my thoughts and prayers |
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Post by elaine on Dec 26, 2021 20:29:14 GMT
That must be so disappointing for all of you. I love in a snowy state and I wouldnt try to go down a steep hill with 4" of snow on the ground! Dh's younger brother is on his way to the ER. He was diagnosed with Covid more than a week ago and is having trouble breathing. He is in his 30s and lives 4 hours away from us with his wife and 4 kids. If you have a prayer to spare, Dave could use them. Prayers for Dave. MichyM, Iâm sorry that the powers-that-be continue to throw you curveballs this Christmas. You deserve to whine! |
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Post by purplebee on Dec 26, 2021 20:38:51 GMT
Prayers for Dave.
Michy, glad your boys are recovering, hopefully your small(er) celebration this week will be extra special.
COVID put a damper on my holiday, too. Dxâd positive on the 17th, but thankfully ok now, and Dh didnât get it. No wine since 12/10, but I just might pour a glass tonight (finally finished the Z-pack prescribed for my yucky productive cough on Friday).
This too shall pass, (Or so I keep repeating to myselfâŠ)
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Post by tryingtobewise on Dec 26, 2021 20:40:14 GMT
That sounds very disappointing and I agree with someone above me said you are being very gracious! Sending good thoughts to all of us whoâve had to make some disappointing adjustments this holiday.
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Post by MichyM on Dec 26, 2021 20:44:31 GMT
Oh noooo! Your whine is much worse than my whine, I am so sorry! And to top it off, no wine for you? BOOOOO HISS. How long is it anticipated that your recovery will take? Theyâve not given any indication yet - I need a bone density scan and an appointment with an Orthopaedic doctor. Definitely no wine as two out of the three pain meds clearly state no Alcohol đ© UGH. Well, if you donât mind, Iâll drink your share of wine later on Keep us posted once youâve seen your dr, and fingers crossed that the pain meds are helping! |
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Post by MichyM on Dec 26, 2021 20:47:49 GMT
That must be so disappointing for all of you. I live in a snowy state and I wouldnt try to go down a steep hill with 4" of snow on the ground! Dh's younger brother is on his way to the ER. He was diagnosed with Covid more than a week ago and is having trouble breathing. He is in his 30s and lives 4 hours away from us with his wife and 4 kids. If you have a prayer to spare, Dave could use them. Please let us know how Dave is doing when you can. Sending lots of healthy thoughts to himâŠ. |
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Post by MichyM on Dec 26, 2021 20:50:12 GMT
Prayers for Dave. Michy, glad your boys are recovering, hopefully your small(er) celebration this week will be extra special. COVID put a damper on my holiday, too. Dxâd positive on the 17th, but thankfully ok now, and Dh didnât get it. No wine since 12/10, but I just might pour a glass tonight (finally finished the Z-pack prescribed for my yucky productive cough on Friday). This too shall pass, (Or so I keep repeating to myselfâŠ) Oh my, you deserve some wine too after making it through a Z-pack. I hate them! Glad youâre feeling a bit better! |
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Post by paget on Dec 26, 2021 20:52:44 GMT
Iâm sorry MichyM. Such a bummer! My dds had to leave our house on Christmas Day at 5pm to go back home since we were really snowy up here! At least they had been with us since thursday evening already. But they went to dd1âs condo because she needed her ID for her trip to Hawaii early tomorrow morning and with the snow and temps they were worried about the driving if they waited any more. Luckily they made it fine - but it was very scary they said from my house to marysville. Now they are both staying at dd3âs place for her to drive dd1 to airport tomorrow really early - and avoid her/your area! |
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Post by sassyangel on Dec 26, 2021 20:53:17 GMT
Iâm in ND and have about 5 inches in the street, unplowed (and counting), so Iâll concur - 4 inches (especially in Seattle) is a LOT. Donât blame you being reluctant to drive in it st all.
Iâm sorry this years Christmas hasnât been what you hoped, youâve had such a great attitude despite the curveballs thrown - youâre certainly entitled to a pity party moment at this point.
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Post by sassyangel on Dec 26, 2021 20:56:31 GMT
That must be so disappointing for all of you. I live in a snowy state and I wouldnt try to go down a steep hill with 4" of snow on the ground! Dh's younger brother is on his way to the ER. He was diagnosed with Covid more than a week ago and is having trouble breathing. He is in his 30s and lives 4 hours away from us with his wife and 4 kids. If you have a prayer to spare, Dave could use them. Oh no, hugs! Iâm really sorry to hear that update, definitely sending a prayer for Dave. |
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Post by **GypsyGirl** on Dec 26, 2021 20:56:50 GMT
I'm so sorry that their visit didn't work out as you had planned. While it is good that they have recovered and you are getting to see them for a bit, it is a big bubble burst to have things not work out as planned. JoP - I'm sorry you are dealing with health issues. littlemama - Will keep Dave in my prayers. Hopefully they will be able to treat him at the ER and then send him home to recuperate. |
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Post by ntsf on Dec 26, 2021 20:58:57 GMT
having grown up in seattle, I hear you on the snow. it sucks big time to try to drive around there with any snow.
we were big time skiers... never forget driving home from stevens pass.. 18 inches of snow in seattle.. it was a long trip home from the mountains and we lived 1/2 way down a hill in the ne side of seattle. the road at the top of the hill had a closed sign. but after driving 4 hours home, my dad honked at the sledders, went right past the sign and drove down the hill a short ways, turned onto our street and pulled into our drive way. we didn't drive for the next few days.
my son and wife are back east.. they were supposed to go see more family, but there is covid in that family and the 1 yr old baby is in the hospital with covid. they are staying put at her parents' house.
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But four inches is a lot to get at once-- the plows here don't come out for less than three inches. And I won't drive on more than about an inch unless the plows have been out, or the brine trucks managed to treat the roads the night before. The good news is that if there's anyone out there salting the roads, low 20s will be warm enough for it to work. 
