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Post by scrapmaven on Apr 8, 2025 15:06:02 GMT
Good Morning.
First thing's first: teddyw, how is your dd doing? Did baby arrive, yet? How are mom and dad doing? Have you been to the hospital, yet? I wish loads joy for your family.
cadoodlebug, did you test yet? I'm crossing all limbs that you show a big, fat negative. How do you feel?
Tearisci, how are you today? How are your parents? Just checking in on you.
jeremysgirl and quiltz, I was wondering if you both would like to share a story about Esther and Cassie, respectively? Perhaps something that will help us get to know your beloved daughters? I'm sending healing and peaceful thoughts your way.
We have a tree guy coming to trim the branches of our neighbor's tree that are wreaking leaf havoc in our yard. Apart from that it'll be a quiet day. I'm very tired from my getaway w/ds, though it was really nice. I am going to work on my Happy Planner for a bit. Then I will be knitting and resting.
What are you up to today?
Dh is going to have rechauffe chicken piccata and rice pilaf. I'll make another round of air fryer garlic green beans. He loves them and they last a few days.
May today go well for everyone.
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Post by Tearisci on Apr 8, 2025 15:10:39 GMT
I'm feeling much better today. Thanks for asking scrapmaven. So glad you had a good time with your DS on your getaway. My poor mom is really sick. She tested for Covid and luckily it wasn't that but they are testing her for the flu today. She's got an appointment at Costco tomorrow for new hearing aids but we'll see how she feels in the morning. I'm going to stay away today and hopefully not catch it. My dad *still* hasn't passed his kidney stone. He thought he had the other night but is in a lot of pain today. My sister took him to a doctor appointment this morning so we'll see if she can help with any relief. It's not a large stone but it's sure causing a lot of pain. Dinner tonight will be chicken thighs in a mustard cream sauce. I picked up the thighs the other day at TJs and I have to make a quick run up there at lunch to grab a few more things. New Handmaid's Tale season is out today so I'm counting down the hours until I get to watch it tonight. Hope you all have a great day! |
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Post by scrapmaven on Apr 8, 2025 15:16:29 GMT
Tearisci, you have every right to scream out an ARRRRGGGGHHHHHHHH! Your poor parents, you and your sibs just cannot catch a break. ((((HUGS)))). Enjoy your show tonight. You have earned a good watch and relaxing evening.
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Post by karenlou on Apr 8, 2025 15:24:06 GMT
Tearisci...Sorry your Dad is still dealing with that stone....I have heard from many patients over the years that the pain is worse than labor pain. I hope he passes it soon! Sorry your Mom is so ill...You cannot catch a break with your parents!! (((HUGS)))
scrapmaven...Glad you had a good get a way...Please rest today!
cadoodlebug..Hope you test negative, and are feeling better.
jeremysgirl and quiltz Thinking of both of you (((Hugs)))
teddyw....looking for some baby news!!!
I was in bed early last night and had no trouble sleeping...I was exhausted!
Happy to report my mood is much improved😊
Dinner will be grilled steaks...providing the rains stop!!! I have some corn on the cobb I'll cook and probably a salad.
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Post by cadoodlebug on Apr 8, 2025 15:27:14 GMT
scrapmaven said "cadoodlebug, did you test yet? I'm crossing all limbs that you show a big, fat negative. How do you feel?" I took a test and it looked negative. I got a magnifying glass and it *might* show a microscopic faint line but I'll have DH look at it later to confirm. My symptoms are all gone except an occasional cough but I didn't even take cough medicine last night. I'm hopeful I can swim tomorrow. Thinking of you jeremysgirl and quiltz . Tearisci , I hope they can give your dad some relief and that your mom doesn't have the flu. teddyw , I hope the baby has arrived! Dinner will be black cod. 
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Post by scrapmaven on Apr 8, 2025 15:34:10 GMT
karenlou , you do sound happier today. That's great to hear. I wish you a really enjoyable day. cadoodlebug , hopefully, you tested negative and you can make aquafit tomorrow. Meanwhile, enjoy yourself today. Find something fun for yourself.
Your meme is very real. I can't do that, because dh has a fit when anything is in the trunk that shouldn't be there. So, I have to go straight to a donation place. That used to be my way of dealing w/donations.
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Post by sueg on Apr 8, 2025 15:43:59 GMT
Good evening again Today was very much a repeat of yesterday, just a bit warmer. That meant I got out for my walk a bit earlier so had more knitting time. I’ve been continuing my slipover and have now almost completed the front yoke. 12 more rows and I can join the front and back and just go round in circles until it’s long enough. jeremysgirl and quiltz - I am keeping you in my thoughts. I can’t imagine the pain you must be feeling each year on the anniversaries of your dear children. Dinner tonight is chicken skewers. Our butcher sells them marinated and vacuum packed, so I like to keep some on hand when DH is travelling a lot as it gives me a quick meal. Tomorrow will be busier - I’ve been asked to fill in at afterschool care. I think our Easter party is planned, so that will be fun. School here finishes on Friday for a two week break and we like to celebrate a bit before, as the class teachers will have parties Friday and many of our kids don’t come on the last day. |
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Post by austnscrapaddict on Apr 8, 2025 16:06:04 GMT
Happy Tuesday dinner friends! sending big hugs for @quiltz and jeremysgirl I can't imagine the grief that surfaces each year. one of the hardest things ever was watching my parents grieve my sister. cadoodlebug sending Negative ( test) vibes your way! Tearisci I'm so sorry your parents are both suffering today, I hope they both can get some relief! karenlou I'm glad you were able to get a good nights sleep. Working nights is so hard on your body. I did it for many years. I even worked a 48 hour weekend shift for 5 years. scrapmaven I hope your get away helped to relax and energize you! My housecleaner comes today, I've prepped the house for her and I'm all set up in my office upstairs while she does her thing. Once she is finished, I hope to play with my new sewing machine. I decided to order chinese last night, so I'll have more of that tonite. Wishing everyone an awesome day!! |
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Post by taylortroop on Apr 8, 2025 16:12:00 GMT
Winter is back. We got snow yesterday although heavy at times, it didn’t stay on the ground very long. The temp has dropped and it feels like -15C. I’m really really ready for some warmer weather.
We went to grandboy #2’s hockey game last night and then I ate a late supper due to my late lunch. That messed with my fast but I needed to eat to take my medications.
My mom is planning on giving up her car tomorrow. It’s a bit of a mess and needs a lot of work. We refuse to sink any more money into it and we don’t have the disposable income to buy her another one. She lives on her government pensions so she doesn’t have a lot of money. This will require more work on my end as I will become her taxi service. I don’t mind, however, it’s probably safer for her not to be driving.
I’m meeting a friend for supper tonight. Looking forward to catching up with her.
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Post by naby64 on Apr 8, 2025 16:21:04 GMT
So many are hurting right now. I will continue to keep jeremysgirl and quiltz in my thoughts. Tearisci gee, ma'am...it goes from one hit to another. I am so sorry your mom is ill now. I'm very tired from my getaway w/ds, though it was really nice It is nice to have those getaways but they can be tiring. Take your time and rest. cadoodlebug , yes, that meme speaks volumes. I have set a resolve that as I get some of DH's things ready for rehoming, that they are taken and deposited on the day I put them in my car. I am beginning to spot things with my clearer eyes that need to be done around the house. DH was keeping a list of to-dos for different folks: electrician, plumber, general handyman kind of work. I've tackled the plumber part. I got tired of the drips and such. Today I get my first bill since that was done. I am hoping for a drop in charges. This morning, as I let the dogs out, I noticed soffit had dropped. #(#*))_@$* I guess I need to grab a hammer and get that nailed back in place before the squirrels decide to add a nice condo living spot to their existing housing. 2 Fridays ago, my dogs went missing. Well, I had three fence boards come loose from the cross ties. Looks like I get to go into the 9 inch bug infested, bramble infested and in my mind probably small snake infested alley between me and the neighbors back yard and nail up new cross ties when the weather is nicer. There is a song by Noah Kahan and Hozier, Northern Attitude, to which the voice of an angel Hozier does this primal yell. That came on this morning as I was getting ready and I did the yell with him. I had to fix my makeup at that point. It just released some tears. I don't want my life to be fixing all the things that he kept waiting around to fix. Right, enough of that. I did no meal prep for the week. I had Wingstop last night in memory of our Final Game traditions. IF I am at home tonight for dinner, I am thinking of making a creamy butter bean dish. I would guess it's like the Marry Me Chicken. Lots of garlic, sundried tomatoes, harissa and coconut milk. You just scoop it up with some good bread. Or I'll run to the Rock and do Costco, Aldi and Trader Joe's. Dinner will be some sort of takeaway. |
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Post by **GypsyGirl** on Apr 8, 2025 16:27:45 GMT
Happy Tuesday! It's turning out to be a gorgeous day and will be back in the 70s this afternoon. The next 10 days are going to be rain free and in the 80s so hoping to get a little work done in the garage. If nothing else, just sitting outside with a coffee and reading is always a nice break. Yesterday I spent the afternoon running errands, including a stop at Container Store for more storage boxes for fabric organizing. As a result, today is an at-home day. Lots of chores to take care of, wrapping up the income taxes and then doing some sewing later this afternoon. jeremysgirl and quiltz - Thinking of you both this week and hoping that you are able to find solace in your memories of your DDs. Tearisci - Seems like you are caught in the 'two steps forward, one step back' cycle. Hopefully the cycle will break soon and both parents will be doing better. austnscrapaddict - Funny how those machines seem to follow us home from classes!  That is an awesome serger and I hope you enjoy it. Not sure what dinner will be tonight. There are plenty of options though after buying groceries yesterday. Hope everyone has a good day! |
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Post by scrapmaven on Apr 8, 2025 16:48:33 GMT
taylortroop, does your mother like to travel? I wonder if you could sell her car and use the money for her or maybe for the two of you to take a wonderful trip together? austnscrapaddict, I didn't realize that you had lost a sister. How very sad for you and your parents. (((((HUGS)))). Have fun w/your new sewing machine. Woohoo! **GypsyGirl**, reading w/your coffee on a nice day sounds heavenly. Enjoy your day. naby64, you appear to be handy. If it weren't for dh I don't think we could have bought a fixer upper. He does most of the handy work and loves it. On occasion we have to call someone in, but we save a lot of money w/dh and his tools. We just had a tree guy give us an estimate for trimming the branches of our neighbor's tree that is hanging over our yard. Thank goodness dh didn't want to climb up one of those super tall ladders. You are a strong woman in every way. When you know that you're going to do something icky, like fight w/bugs then plan something fun that you can do afterward. All work and no play sucks! Some work and some play feels much better.
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Post by quiltz on Apr 8, 2025 16:57:54 GMT
Thanks for all of the kind thoughts. My dd was almost finished high school and had early admission to university. She was kind & caring. Helpful and a really good friend to all. She died 3 weeks after my mom passed away (cancer) so I lost my *bookends* and the 2 women who knew me the best. Although the initial sting is gone, watching my friends enjoying the adult relationships with their dd's, grandkids & family time ~ that stings my heart right now. The life that I thought that I would have, the person who would help me as I got older and all that stuff. She was a natural blond, had white hair when she was born. She loved sports, esp. gymnastics and diving. She was learning to cook & bake. A really good kid. One time I was in the car, waiting for her and was getting irritated. As she got into the car she said she was sorry but she wanted the bathroom to be clean for me so I wouldn't have to do it. How can you be upset at that?!? I won't be around until next week as I'm going off social media for a bit, mental health et all. I will have something delivered tonight for dinner. jeremysgirl ~~ Hugs to you my friend. To those who are having a bit of difficulty dealing with life, you are in my thoughts. |
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Post by Tearisci on Apr 8, 2025 17:03:15 GMT
Hugs to you quiltz and thank you for sharing your good memories of your daughter. I'm sorry you had so much loss at one time  |
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Post by Tearisci on Apr 8, 2025 17:06:37 GMT
naby64 I'm sure the to-do lists are overwhelming and I'm sorry this is all falling on you. I rent from my sister and my BIL is a handyman so he pretty much fixes anything that breaks. I'm not sure what I would do if I owned a house. ExH wasn't handy with anything except computers so we had to hire out pretty much everything which can get expensive!
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Post by austnscrapaddict on Apr 8, 2025 18:15:34 GMT
@quiltz your daughter was beautiful. Thank you for sharing. I hope you can find some peace and savor the good memories for the next few days! Sending huge hugs! scrapmaven my sister was 39 when she died on the beach. It was the 4th of July. My grandson also died of SIDS on the 4th of July, so it is always a tough day. I often think of my sister and wish I had her to confide in as we have grown older. Her oldest daughter and I are very very close. |
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Post by christine58 on Apr 8, 2025 18:18:04 GMT
quiltz. She was beautiful Hugs
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Post by cadoodlebug on Apr 8, 2025 18:24:57 GMT
my sister was 39 when she died on the beach. It was the 4th of July. My grandson also died of SIDS on the 4th of July, so it is always a tough day. I often think of my sister and wish I had her to confide in as we have grown older. Her oldest daughter and I are very very close. I'm so sorry for the losses you and your family suffered. Losing a sister is very hard but I'm glad you are close to her daughter. quiltz, thank you for sharing a photo and memories of your beautiful daughter. |
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Post by scrapmaven on Apr 8, 2025 19:00:38 GMT
quiltz, thank you for sharing your beautiful and wonderful daughter. She was kind, intelligent and thoughtful. Those 2 losses so close together are cruel. You do whatever you need to do to take care of yourself. Take good, loving care of yourself during this very sad season. austnscrapaddict, I'm so sorry that you lost both a sister and a grandson on the 4th of July. This year I will boo the holiday along w/you. (((HUGS)))). cadoodlebug, do you want to share memories of your sister, as well? I know you were so close and I get a little teary-eyed when I think about it. Our sisters are our besties.
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Post by cadoodlebug on Apr 8, 2025 20:26:21 GMT
do you want to share memories of your sister, as well? I know you were so close and I get a little teary-eyed when I think about it. Our sisters are our besties. Karla passed away 20 years ago last month from early-onset Alzheimer's. She was 59. She was beautiful, smart, a go-getter and a friend to all. Her DH was a Navy Fighter Pilot and her squadron parties were legendary. She introduced me to DH and from early childhood, she was my best friend. This is my favorite picture of us taken when she was 5 and I was 2 1/2.  |
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Post by teddyw on Apr 8, 2025 20:54:35 GMT
She’s here. Arrived before 10 AM. Mommy & baby are good. Juliet 6 lbs 8 oz I promise I’ll get a picture up. Right now it says file too large. Went to the hospital to meet her. Now I’m watching Luke so dd1 can meet her. dd3 went out at 9pm to get an avocado to grow a tree for her. Was hit head on by someone trying to beat her on a left turn. Her car is totaled. They’re sore but ok. Unfortunately she wasn’t planning on getting a new to her car right now. Tearisci your parents cannot catch a break. @quiltz you’re dd is beautiful. Tell us about her whenever you want. Hugs austnscrapaddict I think I’d skip 4th of July forever. we’re going out for Mexican when dd gets back. |
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Post by Tearisci on Apr 8, 2025 20:59:47 GMT
She’s here. Arrived before 10 AM. Mommy & baby are good. Juliet 6 lbs 8 oz Congratulations!! |
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Post by teddyw on Apr 8, 2025 21:11:06 GMT
cadoodlebug what’s the exact hosting site? Tapatalk wont recognize my login to do it that way
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Post by teddyw on Apr 8, 2025 21:33:15 GMT
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Post by **GypsyGirl** on Apr 8, 2025 21:35:29 GMT
teddyw - Congratulations! That's wonderful news and I can't wait to see a photo of her! However, that really sucks that DD3 was hit last night and her car was totaled.  Thankfully she is okay though. I hope that the other driver has been charged with some offense.
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Post by cadoodlebug on Apr 8, 2025 22:03:30 GMT
cadoodlebug what’s the exact hosting site? Tapatalk wont recognize my login to do it that way I use postimages. org. About half of my memes don't go through because they are too big. Congrats on the new granddaughter! But boo for DD3 totally her car! I'm glad she's okay! |
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Post by scrapmaven on Apr 8, 2025 23:40:28 GMT
scrappintoee, I'm a firm believer in euthinasia for terminal disease. Everyone who is dying should be allowed to die w/dignity and on their own terms. In your case, I think it is essential that you call your doctor and go into intensive inpatient treatment for chronic pain and severe depression. Excruciating pain is horrible and complicated grief is a nightmare. However, you can conquer both things, but not on your own. You need an incredible treatment center w/experts that can help you truly focus on healing and modalities to help you cope. Your life can be so much better and happier, but clearly you need the tools. You're not getting what you need right now. So, go somewhere and become the woman that you want to be. You are a good, kind, compassionate and empathetic woman. You bring so much light to so many lives. I'm incredibly honored by the little bull doggie that you sent me. Your dh adores you. You have way too much to live for. Believe me, I've been in chronic agony w/wheelchair and 12 close deaths, including my parents in less than 5 years. We had a nightmare few years in the early 2000's. In my case, I was able to heal w/the help of SSRI's, great therapy and my wonderful doc. You are not alone and you are not at the end. Hope is all around you, but you have to find it and the best way to do so is to go to a treatment center that focuses on chronic pain and mental illness. You are severely depressed, but you can be happy. It will be scary and hard and lots of internal work, but you can do this. Please get the help you deserve. You're valuable, lovable and wonderful.
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Post by scrapmaven on Apr 8, 2025 23:44:13 GMT
teddyw, my heart is filled w/joy as I look at beautiful, Juliet. She has a beautiful name, too. You must be over the moon happy. Though I'm sure that you're doing a huge gulp about dd3. Thank G-d she's OK. I hope that she's not sore tmw and that she can heal from the trauma of this accident. Thank goodness no one was hurt, but I hope the other driver is penalized. (((((HUGS)))). For tonight, please celebrate your new granddaughter. The nice thing about not being the mommy is that you can pop some bubbly and celebrate and then go to bed for 8 uninterrupted hours. cadoodlebug, thank you for sharing your sister w/us. That's an adorable photo. I know how much you loved eachother and eventhough she's not w/you in person, I do believe that she's always around you. Please feel free to share your wonderful sister anytime.
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Post by littlemama on Apr 8, 2025 23:50:19 GMT
karenlou , you do sound happier today. That's great to hear. I wish you a really enjoyable day. cadoodlebug , hopefully, you tested negative and you can make aquafit tomorrow. Meanwhile, enjoy yourself today. Find something fun for yourself.
Your meme is very real. I can't do that, because dh has a fit when anything is in the trunk that shouldn't be there. So, I have to go straight to a donation place. That used to be my way of dealing w/donations.
We solved the problem of having to drop off donations by having the Vietnam Veterans organization (pickupplease.org) come pick up from the house. They take just about anything that one person can carry (no furniture). They are also reliable- we stopped using purple heart because they never showed up. Dinner tonight was leftover chicken tenders and mashed potatoes. I always have a hard time getting back in the swing of eating when I havent been able to eat for a couple days and that is usually the first meal. May branch out a little tomorrow. |
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Post by scrapmaven on Apr 8, 2025 23:53:48 GMT
karenlou , you do sound happier today. That's great to hear. I wish you a really enjoyable day. cadoodlebug , hopefully, you tested negative and you can make aquafit tomorrow. Meanwhile, enjoy yourself today. Find something fun for yourself.
Your meme is very real. I can't do that, because dh has a fit when anything is in the trunk that shouldn't be there. So, I have to go straight to a donation place. That used to be my way of dealing w/donations.
We solved the problem of having to drop off donations by having the Vietnam Veterans organization (pickupplease.org) come pick up from the house. They take just about anything that one person can carry (no furniture). They are also reliable- we stopped using purple heart because they never showed up. Dinner tonight was leftover chicken tenders and mashed potatoes. I always have a hard time getting back in the swing of eating when I havent been able to eat for a couple days and that is usually the first meal. May branch out a little tomorrow. The day after colonosopy and prep is the very definition of pain feels so good when it's over. |
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That is an awesome serger and I hope you enjoy it. 
Thankfully she is okay though. I hope that the other driver has been charged with some offense.