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Post by scrapmaven on Apr 15, 2024 14:54:31 GMT
Good morning.
Today I'm going to spend more time in my office. I'm enjoying a video game and it's nice to sit up and have some fun. I have chores to do, as well. At some point I need to get to the store. This is all dependent on my energy. I woke up at 4am and was unable to get much sleep after that.
Dh is going to have TJ's bbq teriyaki chicken, steamed rice and a salad.
What's on your menu?
What is everyone up to this week? We are thinking up something fun to do twds the end of the week. This retirement stuff is pretty cool. Dh has a lot more time for fun stuff.
May this week bring happiness, fulfillment and lots of grins to all!
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Post by sueg on Apr 15, 2024 15:01:03 GMT
scrapmaven - time to check your calendar again! Unless Groundhog Day is now in April. It has been a miserable day here today. After a gorgeous, warm and sunny weekend, the temperatures have plunged and it’s been pouring rain most of the day. I finally got out for a walk just before 3pm, but mainly have been knitting on the sofa. Dinner tonight is going to be pan fried veal cutlets with a white wine and mushroom sauce, served with ribbon pasta and a green veg.
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Post by Tearisci on Apr 15, 2024 15:01:46 GMT
Good morning! scrapmaven, looks like the date might need to be changed  I took a mental health day today. I didn't sleep well last night and I didn't have anything pressing so I decided just to take the day off. I'll probably binge a few shows and play DDV. Not sure what dinner will be tonight. I've got hamburger and pork chops in the freezer so I'll take one of those out to eat. I'm supposed to go to Bunko tonight but will probably skip that too. Hope you all have a great day! |
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Post by hutchfan on Apr 15, 2024 15:02:57 GMT
Happy Monday everyone!
We celebrated Easter yesterday with my family and we had a cookout so it is leftovers for dinner tonight.
Working on laundry today and hopefully getting to start a new book.
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Post by scrapmaven on Apr 15, 2024 15:29:55 GMT
sueg and Tearisci , thank you for pointing it out. I changed the date. OOPS! Tearisci , would going to Bunko help to lift your spirits? We all need a day off once in a while. ((((HUGS)))).
My heart is w/ jeremysgirl and don. I never made it back to the thread yesterday. Those anniversaries are so difficult and my thoughts and healing wishes are w/both of you.
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Post by bklyngal62 on Apr 15, 2024 15:31:48 GMT
I'm still feeling under the weather so decided not to go to work today. No plans for the day but to rest.
Dinner is going to be whatever we can find in the fridge. We have a lot of little things but not enough to make full meals out of it.
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Post by ntsf on Apr 15, 2024 15:49:47 GMT
I got up early and made my backpacking reservations for the end of august.. shi shi beach in the olympic national park.. the very nw end of the continental us... my family drove to this beach in 1961, I hiked there in 1975 before it was a park.. now it is protected.
yesterday with lots of curse words we did an individual 1041 tax form for my sister. I don't know if we did it right but sending it in this morning in the mail. next year the cpa can do it.
we have leftovers from takeout last night. chicken and salad for dh and I.
nice day out. eye appt this afternoon.. finished my scrapbook of our winter in sun valley this morning.
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Post by tmarschall on Apr 15, 2024 15:55:40 GMT
Hi all, just grading planned for today. It's beautiful out. Maybe I will play hooky and read in the sun.
I have mostly prepped dinner. Burritos made with beans and carnitas. I need some enchilada sauce or something to put over them. We have cheese. And Puerto Rican rice. Sour cream. Fresh fruit. That's it. Nick is going to be very happy.
I took down my Easter stuff. Time for regular spring. My hutch/coffee bar has baking/cupcakes and sweets stuff on it now. All the bunnies are put away for a while.
I was supposed to have a stress test today. I was kind of dragging my feet but was planning to do it if course. Then last night I checked my prep directions and I was not supposed to have caffeine for 24hrs!! Oops. Have to reschedule. 24hrs of no tea or pop...I will die.
Have a beautiful day, peeps!
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Post by scrappert on Apr 15, 2024 15:57:05 GMT
We had a beautiful weekend here. I did my laundry and hung it all out and went shopping on Saturday morning. We also drove around and saw a doggie days fair was going on so we stopped there and walked around. Got some bone broth for the dogs. Ate "lunch" down there - it was really just a variety of appetizers. Came home and I did a little crafting, then went to the cousins game night. On Sunday we pretty much just lounged around and finally got up at about 10:30am. SO's sister texted and said she was having a cookout so we went there at 2, ate like pigs and then went home.  Nice relaxing weekend! This week should be the week to start the bathroom!! jeremysgirl , definitely need a strong relationship to get through projects like this! Since I have worked with SO many times I know exactly what he is like and go with the flow.  Dinner may be bbq chicken and mac n cheese (blue box). I suppose I should throw in a veggie too. We will see what really happens. |
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Post by **GypsyGirl** on Apr 15, 2024 15:57:17 GMT
Good morning! Busy day today with a run to the storage unit (both dropping off and retreiving), a couple of returns and then a stop at Central Market to get things for tomorrow. That's when I host my card group. I signed up earlier than normal this year. We all bring our lunch but host provides drinks, snacks and dessert. Thinking of jeremysgirl and don as you each deal with sad anniversaries. Not sure what dinner will be, most likely what inspires me at the chef prepared counter this afternoon. My heart and mind are just not on cooking today. DH got the results of the MRI of his shoulder and they saw something of concern. His oncologist has just ordered a full body scan, hopefully in the next day or two. He isn't convinced it is a return of cancer but wants to investigate more. The one year anniversary of his kidney removal is the 21st so the timing sucks. I would so appreciate any prayers that you could send up for him and his medical team. Thank you. |
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Post by scrappert on Apr 15, 2024 16:01:31 GMT
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Post by jeremysgirl on Apr 15, 2024 16:08:11 GMT
What is everyone up to this week? We are going to be painting the bathroom in the camper today. Well, someone is very crabby today. So he might not want to do that today. We will see. I have to pick my mom up at the airport tomorrow (she's flying in from Gulf Shores) and then I took Wednesday off because Chloe's graduation from sobriety court is Wednesday (that's why my mom flew in). And then Thursday I have to take them back to the airport. Her, fiance, and my mom are all flying to Gulf Shores. They will finish out the month with my mom and then drive back with her. Nobody needs a vacation like Chloe needs a vacation. I took a mental health day today. I didn't sleep well last night and I didn't have anything pressing so I decided just to take the day off. I'll probably binge a few shows and play DDV. I'm still feeling under the weather so decided not to go to work today. No plans for the day but to rest. I'm glad you are both taking care of yourselves. Research shows that creative play is more restorative than any other activity, outside of sleep. Pull out your scissors.  Then take a nap. LOL! I met with my therapist this morning. I know this is going to be very shocking to all of you...but I avoid anger. That's right. My boss is making me angry and I'm not willing to take action because I'm terribly afraid that my anger is going to be met with his anger and I *really* can't handle anger directed at me. So I have to sit with my anger this week. No other emotions to cloud my judgement. No guilt, no sadness, no excuses, just anger. Feels nasty. I don't know what is for dinner tonight. |
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Post by scrapmaven on Apr 15, 2024 16:16:39 GMT
**GypsyGirl**, both you and your dh are in my thoughts and prayers that this is benign and just a shoulder injury that can be managed w/PT. I'm thinking of you. ((((HUGS)))). jeremysgirl, anger is such a complex and intense feeling. While it's healthy to feel your anger, managing it and learning to let go is key. In your case, I would say that anger is very warranted. You're doing all that you can to change the situation at work. It's a really frustrating situation and you're handling it really well.
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Post by jeremysgirl on Apr 15, 2024 16:26:00 GMT
I was supposed to have a stress test today. I was kind of dragging my feet but was planning to do it if course. Then last night I checked my prep directions and I was not supposed to have caffeine for 24hrs!! Oops. Have to reschedule. 24hrs of no tea or pop...I will die. Yikes! 24 hours of no caffeine?!?!?!?! I don't know what I'd do with myself. His oncologist has just ordered a full body scan, hopefully in the next day or two. He isn't convinced it is a return of cancer but wants to investigate more. The one year anniversary of his kidney removal is the 21st so the timing sucks. I would so appreciate any prayers that you could send up for him and his medical team. Thank you. Sending you my prayers. |
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Post by cadoodlebug on Apr 15, 2024 16:26:52 GMT
Adding your DH to my prayer list **GypsyGirl** . Thinking of you don and jeremysgirl . And, Becki, big kudos to your girl, Chloe! I am so stressed (1st world problem!) I always have 8 eBooks on hold at the library. Especially now with our trip coming up, I am looking forward to reading books that were recommended on the Weekly Reading Thread. I was checking my library holds last night and when I clicked on Digital Holds there were zero books.  I'm praying it's just some glitch that can be corrected. Dinner will be the Jalapeno Chicken I've been threatening for the past few days.  |
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Post by jeremysgirl on Apr 15, 2024 16:48:28 GMT
And, Becki, big kudos to your girl, Chloe! Thank you, she's the best! So proud of her. |
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Post by cadoodlebug on Apr 15, 2024 16:51:45 GMT
Thank you, she's the best! So proud of her. We all are ~ she's got the entire tribe in the background, cheering for her. |
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Post by karenlou on Apr 15, 2024 16:56:29 GMT
I am just off 2 nights in a row.....my brain is still in the "night fog". I did nap this morning, however the day is beautiful and I have stuff to do. I just called for an update on Marguarite, My beaurtiful blue car...Waiting for a call back from my service rep. I want her back!!! Don't get me wrong I am grateful for the courtesy vehicle....But...
I need to go to WF for some fruit....and then a long walk so I can soak up some vitamin D
Dinner is a rack of pork...I am going to season it and wrap it in foil and grill it, along with some roasted potatoes. I'll make a salad as well.
Thinking go you Don, jeremysgirl and gypsygirl. Tearisci and bklyngal62...Good for both of you taking time for yourself!!!
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Post by Linda on Apr 15, 2024 17:02:38 GMT
What is everyone up to this week? today we have the concrete guys coming to repair the driveway after Friday's tree removal AND the well guys coming (prayers for a quick INEXPENSIVE fix would be appreciated). Tomorrow our drainfield finally gets repaired. So starting Wednesday I'll be deep cleaning my house -it's been sadly neglected while we've been severely limiting water use. DH got the results of the MRI of his shoulder and they saw something of concern. His oncologist has just ordered a full body scan, hopefully in the next day or two. He isn't convinced it is a return of cancer but wants to investigate more. The one year anniversary of his kidney removal is the 21st so the timing sucks. I would so appreciate any prayers that you could send up for him and his medical team. Thank you. prayers Thinking of you jeremysgirl and don and praying for you |
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Post by Linda on Apr 15, 2024 17:06:13 GMT
jeremysgirl - congratulations to Chloe! I think in your case anger is very justified but I can totally relate to trying to avoid someone else's anger by being a peacemaker/pleaser. Even when I'm not involved - just witnessing anger scares me. (throwback to childhood abuse in my case). I hope therapy is helpful and that you get a new, better job soon.
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Post by tmarschall on Apr 15, 2024 17:27:50 GMT
jeremysgirl - congratulations to Chloe! I think in your case anger is very justified but I can totally relate to trying to avoid someone else's anger by being a peacemaker/pleaser. Even when I'm not involved - just witnessing anger scares me. (throwback to childhood abuse in my case). I hope therapy is helpful and that you get a new, better job soon. I say "ditto" to all of this. Very proud of Cloe an happy to see your once tense relationship restored too. Anger...ooo...that's so hard. I almost NEVER express anger. I don't typically have a lit of people in my life that make me angry in the day-to-day. It's not really appropriate to let loose on my PITA coworker. But recently I have had a situation with my half sister who lives with my dad that set me OFF. Of course only Nick's and my therapist have witnessed it. I was furious. Have I expressed those feelings to her? Nope. I did have to end a phone call with my dad when he unintentionally but painfully said things that stirred up old but very real hurts. I had to raise my voice and talk over him to get my words in. That's the problem...he gets on a tear and everyone is on his train for the duration. He apologized in a text for upsetting me. I apologized for yelling. All that to say I feel ya girl...anger is a tough one, expressing it or enduring it. Or just sitting in it. Sending love! |
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Post by scrapmaven on Apr 15, 2024 18:27:46 GMT
WTG, Chloe. She is such a strong woman and I'm super proud of her. tmarschall, I do get angry, but I'm direct and try and say it matter-of-factly. I'm human and in the past I have let loose, but it's better for me to just be blunt, rather than enraged. I say it now so that I don't carry it later. There's a difference between the verbal abuse that I suffered growing up and expressing healthy angry feelings. It's a fine line. I don't allow people in my life who would make me angry. My boundaries are so tight. That makes it easier, too. |
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Post by taylortroop on Apr 15, 2024 18:43:21 GMT
DH and I are just back from a 20 km bike ride along the waterfront. It’s a gorgeous day and the first ride of the season. I love my bike!!
We stopped for a chicken sandwich on the way home.
Thinking of those who are dealing with sad anniversaries, are not feeling well, waiting for medical tests and results, celebrating sobriety milestones and those who just need some positive thoughts.
Supper will be quesadillas made from leftover steak and chicken.
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Post by jeremysgirl on Apr 15, 2024 18:57:41 GMT
That's the problem...he gets on a tear and everyone is on his train for the duration. My dad...same. He was frightening. He apologized in a text for upsetting me. I apologized for yelling. I don't ever in all my life remember my dad saying he was sorry once. |
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Post by Marina on Apr 15, 2024 19:15:53 GMT
jeremysgirl I experienced a lot of unhealthy anger growing up. But there is also a good kind of angry like against discrimination, abuse, etc. Learning how to express it in a positive way is key for your own well being. Your boss does not know how to manage from what I've read in your other thread. I used to veer away from confrontation probably because of my childhood. I had to learn how to confront others as both a manager and well just in life. So I'm glad your therapist is helping you with this as it's definitely a life skill. And congrats to your dear Chloe! Another amazing woman (must get that from her mom!). **GypsyGirl** I'm praying for you and your DH. The waiting is just hard. Well what I thought was Tylenol pain must be something else as my stomach still hurt this morning and even now. Not sure what is for dinner. I had planned to make Lemony Orrechiette with Italian sausage. So we'll see how I feel.
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Post by cadoodlebug on Apr 15, 2024 19:26:08 GMT
Well, I went to the library and they were flummoxed. They had never seen anyone's holds just disappear.
But, I received an email from another librarian at South Lake Tahoe who has different access and she could see my holds. They are trying to figure out why they aren't showing on my account. She was nice enough to capture them and send me the list just in case I have to start anew, at least I'll know which books to put on hold!
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Post by tmarschall on Apr 15, 2024 20:45:57 GMT
That's the problem...he gets on a tear and everyone is on his train for the duration. My dad...same. He was frightening. He apologized in a text for upsetting me. I apologized for yelling. I don't ever in all my life remember my dad saying he was sorry once. I should say he actually did not say he was sorry. He said he didn't mean to upset me. But this go-round he is trying. My mother, on the other hand, has never ever said she was sorry, for anything. She was terrifying to me. My cousin once said Aunt "L" makes me shrivel inside. I grew up with her as a single parent after my dad left when I was 4. I did not see him again until I was 23. He left, but she stayed. Not sure which was worse. Neither have any self awareness. But my mother had the scary anger. And that is why I am coming up on 5yrs of estrangement with her. I'm sorry you went through that too, jeremysgirl. |
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Post by scrapmaven on Apr 16, 2024 2:48:28 GMT
Sometimes, estrangement from those people who have deeply damaged us is the best thing for us. You didn't have a mommy. You had an abuser. Your love and nurturing comes from people in your current life. tmarschall, we couldn't choose our families in childhood, but we sure can now. If you never had anything to do w/your mother, again I would support you, completely. She was awful and doesn't deserve such a special and wonderful daughter, like you.
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Post by teddyw on Apr 16, 2024 3:34:03 GMT
jeremysgirl I’m so happy for Chloe. That’s such a big deal. **GypsyGirl** praying your dh just need a shoulder repair linda that’s a lot repairs Our patio gets started tomorrow. We were bumped ahead because other jobs didn’t pay their deposits. Plus 4 boxes of dahlias arrived today! I wish I could plant them now but frost could still happen. Dh helped prep the beds so I just need some bone meal when I plant. I am giving some to my sister too. Maybe dd1 or her neighbor if I run out of room. Dinner was grilled salmon with broccoli & cauliflower. I used TJ,s salmon rub. We didn’t love it. @jetemysgirl and **GypsyGirl** I found out today a woman at the jewelry studio is a quilter. She sells blocks of the month. Her first name is Carrie but I’m not sure of her last name spelling. She brought a sample in today and she’s super talented. I’ll get her website next week for you.
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Then take a nap. LOL! 
I'm praying it's just some glitch that can be corrected.
