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RAMMEL · March 12, 2024, 02:58:56 PM

Quote from: Amy on March 12, 2024, 02:48:12 PMRick, did inspiration hit??? Some times it is nice to have a day off.

Most of my days are off --- but I did do something today. Finished charging batteries for some security cameras. Not a hard thing to do, but a lot of back and forth.
And now for a bit of a nap before "Oak Island". Maybe I won't sleep through it this week.

patricia19 · March 12, 2024, 05:45:46 PM

Amy, Babe and I shared the same lunch, chicken and rice. I made a big batch and used two of my new glass serving/storage dishes for leftovers, one in the freezer and one in the fridge.

They have a groove under the glass lip for a rubber gasket and a snap down lid. There are so many size variations, large to small and square to round, that they're perfect for someone like me. It helps that I picked up something similar, no gaskets, last year in the grocery store, so I knew they would work well and have the larger number of sizes and shapes.

JaneS · March 12, 2024, 09:08:39 PM

Okay! I'm sleepy and I still have some stuff to clean up before I can go to sleep. I really don't like this time change! I have to hold Cooper back from his walk in the morning until it's light enough for me to see. He doesn't understand.

I guess I better go finish up. We had a gorgeous day today with temps into the high 60s and it's supposed to be pretty much the same tomorrow. Cathy is taking me shopping and to get a haircut tomorrow. you all sleep well and wake refreshed and come by for a visit.

Amy · March 13, 2024, 07:30:31 AM

Good morning.

A leisure day today.....no appointments ,no not needs to be done but I am sure there will be some things to do!

So far Babe is keeping her food down, but she will be on the rice ,chicken for a few more days before introducing her kibble back into her food.

Patricia, rice and chicken are good together,they can become a nice cassarole with a few other things thrown in.

Jane, David doesn't like the time change either plus he went to Virginia and there was another time change on the way? When we travelled across Canada Kyle could accept the time changes better than I could. I would just get used to one and we would change again.

Rick, I watched Oak Island and they are getting close!!! Since you had a busy day yesterday you might aas well take today off.

Just remembered a job that I do have to do.easy one...make some pastry for buttertarts for a friend her birthday is on the 17th.

Enjoy your day and stay safe.

JaneS · March 13, 2024, 08:19:43 AM

Well Good Morning AMY and anyone else who stops by to chat! It's still a bit chilly out there but supposed to reach a high of 70 this afternoon! I don't mind the big changes in the Spring!

Cooper and I had a nice walk and we met his new friend and my old friend who lost his doggie a while back. He has had a new one the last 3 times we met them and the doggies are already friends!

AMY, lucky friend to get goodies from you! you are a great baker!

I guess I better get started. first thing...separate the stew into meal size containers. It turned out pretty good! I wish you all a great day...better than yesterday but not as good as tomorrow!

RAMMEL · March 13, 2024, 10:03:36 AM

Quote from: Amy on March 13, 2024, 07:30:31 AMSince you had a busy day yesterday you might aas well take today off.

No sooner said than done

patricia19 · March 13, 2024, 12:05:21 PM

Good morning, minus nine here in the Interior with no real snow accumulation, but we're expecting more freezing ice. Winter is hanging on here with very little signs of Spring other than more light.

Yesterday I spent moving through the different home improvement, recipe, and shopping sites. I've been looking at different flowers and plant sites to see what I want to look at in the local garden stores and sites.

Alaska, is very strict about keeping alien plant, parasite, and animal life out, so it is illegal to buy or import seeds or plants from outside the state. I remember one year, some folks had to get rid of these purple flowering trees because while small, they had an extensive root system that choked out other native trees root systems.

Amy, my chicken and rice had quite a few spices and vegetables thrown in. I still have five cups, four in the freezer for other times. I've never been able to follow a recipe without thinking hmmm...or what if.

Jane, Claire's new friend, has two dogs, one a Scottish wolfhound, Angus and an Irish wolfhound, Reign. Both dogs are large, she says, and very well-trained, stopping and lying down whenever their owner stopped to visit.

Amy · March 13, 2024, 03:43:01 PM

For a day with nothing much planned it got filled in a hurry! Being such a nice day I washed and hung out two comforters. Pastry didn't get made, maybe tomorrow..we both didn't sleep well I can can feel I am running on empty but tomorrow is a better day.

My friend left a message to call her as soon as we got in, her cardiologist wants to see her, so on the road on Fri. Do you ever get a feeling about something?? I don't have a good one about her visit wih the Doc, sure hope I am wrong.

Patricia, I will follow...maybe a recipe at first just to see, after that anything is fair game! Love Irish Wolfhounds!!

Rick, glad you took that suggestion....did it take much coaxing?
Jane, stew is comfort food.........all in one meal.

JaneS · March 13, 2024, 09:28:47 PM

Today was a good day...busy but good. Cooper was here and I was out for a while. I got a haircut and groceries. two major jobs done.

Tomorrow nothing is planned but I should make friends with the sweeper and a dust cloth. I actually looked at the floor and furniture close enough to see that it could use some attention. Not my favorite job but a "must do" sometimes. and I think it's going to start hollering for attention soon.

AMY, I pray that your friend's trip to the dr. will not be bad news! Nobody needs that!

I'm off to the haystack now. My eyes have entered the clunk shut stage and I'm afraid of running into things. So I wish you all a peaceful night's sleep and a happy tomorrow! Come back and say "Hello" to us tomorrow!

Amy · March 14, 2024, 06:46:21 AM

Good morning

Have a few things that need to be done today, pick up dog food and a few on sale items at the grocery store. Then home to do do DD's....thanks Callie.

Jane, thank you. I so hope I am wrong.

Better get the day started, the more I get done the sooner I can play in the sewing room.

Enjoy your day and stay safe.

phyllis · March 14, 2024, 08:36:22 AM

]Happy Pi Day!

JaneS · March 14, 2024, 08:48:28 AM

Good Morning, Everyfriend! I'm actually typing with my cut finger this morning. It's not good but it works!

Cooper is here and we've had our walk. There's something on facebook about a bear in this area so I'm keeping my eyes open and I'm not going out in the dark!

Cleaning is on the agenda for today and I'm not in any hurry to get started! I'll see what happens later! I know it needs it but......

PHYLLIS, Happy PI Day to you, too. I actually remember what that is!

I wish you all a good day. Make it your own in every way! And come by and tell us about it!

RAMMEL · March 14, 2024, 09:04:52 AM

Quote from: Amy on March 13, 2024, 03:43:01 PMRick, glad you took that suggestion....did it take much coaxing?

No, --- It's a natural talent. But requires quite a bit of practice.

Amy · March 14, 2024, 10:35:41 AM

But requires quite a bit of practice.

Don't give up on it!!!

patricia19 · March 14, 2024, 01:31:26 PM

Good morning from a snowy, cloudy Interior at three degrees. Morning chores and morning meet and greets are finished, as is my coffee, so I'll have to find something to tide me over.

I have two orders arriving today, one of mine and one I'm collecting for a neighbor, and that's something to watch for.

I told Stubbs's owner that I mentioned his dog here, and he told Stubbs. He asked him what he thought and Stubbs barked so he was pleased too, and his owner said he was a good boy and gave him a treat.

I lead such an exciting life.

Tomereader1 · March 14, 2024, 04:06:15 PM

Wondering if anyone here has had problems with sciatic nerve, radiating from hip to thigh (knee too). If so, what do you do for it? What physician? Anything to treat while waiting on physician to call back? I had sudden onset, and could barely walk with the pain. Trying to get into bed was another experiment entirely. Did not sleep for the pain, and didn't realize when I took an Arthritis Pain Reliever it had Hundreds of Mg of Caffiene.

RAMMEL · March 14, 2024, 08:33:27 PM

Tomereader, - What I know won't help you, BUT - If you are up to it you might check the Cleveland (https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/12792-sciatica) or Mayo Clinic. Both known to have good info. My quick read, and I'm not a good reader, indicated NSAIDs and ice - till you can get to a Doc.
Good luck.

JaneS · March 14, 2024, 08:40:33 PM

My day is over and I did get some of the cleaning done but my back began to bother me so I had to park the sweeper until tomorrow.

I'm so sorry for your pain, TOMEREADER but I never had that or was close to anyone who did so I can't offer any help! I hope you find a doctor soon!

I'm heading for the haystack early tonight. I'm bushed! And I'm worn to a frazzle! And I'm TIRED right down to the floor! Cooper and I took two long walks today and we also played out in the yard a while! It was a beautiful day to be outside with temps in the high 60s and low to mid 70s all day and actually reaching 78 late afternoon!

I wish you all a peaceful night's sleep and a happy tomorrow! Come by and share your day with us!

Amy · March 15, 2024, 05:51:08 AM

Good morning..

Rain last night and it will resume some time today. Off to the city with my friend,I must admit I am worried about this trip. Please keep her in your prayers.

Did odd jobs yesterday and know today is write off. Work will get done tomorrow..maybe

Going to call David and wish him happy birthday in a bit. I think he should be home some time today.

Patricia, wonder if Stubbs owner would let you take a photo of Stubbs to post in here??

Tome, I haven't had that but friends have and it is painful. The sooner you get to your Dr the better.

Jane, send some of that warm air here please!!

Better get thing in order to go..

Enjoy your day and stay safe..

Phoned David, waited till 6 am and he was already on the road...he is this side of the border.....for now.

JaneS · March 15, 2024, 11:51:07 AM

[/bWHERE IS EVERYBODY!]

MarsGal · March 15, 2024, 12:25:11 PM

Yea! The house is now cleared. I meet with the realtor on Monday to do a walk through. I need a really long nap about now.

patricia19 · March 15, 2024, 01:02:02 PM

Good morning from the Interior at minus 2 and snowing. Coffee's finished, meet and greets done and Farrah's fed. Both Packages came in yesterday, although the neighbor was late picking hers up.

Amy, I hope David has a good birthday on the road and a good trip. I have a friend whose grandson is a company trucker, but he mainly hauls wood, coal or mining equipment within the state. Once he broke down, had to wait two hours for the company to get a repair out to him, but he was paid $20.00 an hour to sit there and read his paperback.

Joanne, I agree with Rick. You need to see a doctor re the info he provided.

MG, I'll bet you're thankful that phase is over, now on to the next.

RAMMEL · March 15, 2024, 01:09:06 PM

Quote from: patricia19 on March 15, 2024, 01:02:02 PMMG, I'll bet you're thankful that phase is over, now on to the next.

But get that nap first

JaneS · March 15, 2024, 04:22:18 PM

Well! There you are! My chores are all finished for the day and Cooper has gone home! Frankie is off this weekend so I won't have any company! And Cathy is planning an annual shindig that she and hubby do every year at this time so she's busy, too. Maybe I'll get some stuff done around here this weekend!

MG, I bet youre happy to have your old house done and I bet you'll be happy when it's sold and done with permanently!

RICK, what have you been up to?

AMY, how is your friend?

I'm in the middle of cooking sliced ham and potatoes for supper. Haven't decided on a veggie but I'm leaning toward a jar of AMY's canned zucchini!

Have a good rest of the day!

RAMMEL · March 15, 2024, 04:41:32 PM

Quote from: JaneS on March 15, 2024, 04:22:18 PMRICK, what have you been up to?

It's TAX time. Been digging out the necessary items and getting ready for that annual trip to the Accountant. Also getting in some practice on that nap thing. I'm getting good at it.

MarsGal · March 15, 2024, 08:05:09 PM

Rick, taxes are on my agenda for Sunday. I've started them but hadn't had much time to work on them.

Got in another long nap in this afternoon. Brought in another container from the car while I, I mean the microwave, made dinner. Tomorrow I will finish emptying it, and begin picking through some of the boxes for more stuff to take to Community Aid. The books remaining at the house were moved to the porch so the guys can pick them up tomorrow without me having to go back over. They will be going to the library (don't know which one) for their used bookstore.

I also got wind of a neighbor who is renting and lives just a few houses down the street who is interested in the house. That person likes the neighborhood (I did too), is tired of renting and parking on the street, another victim of the tire slasher(s) who made a return visit. That makes 13 that got victimized these past few weeks. My realtor continues to be optimistic that the house will sell in days.

Sue is giving me one of her bookshelves. I am thinking about her all-in-one computer, too. It sure would eliminate some of the wiring the cats are so fond of. I've begun a shopping list which includes a cat sized footstool. Oscar has taken to a box that he fits laying on; it will be emptied and gone, so he needs a replacement. Also on the list is some cat furniture so they can sit up high enough to see out the window here in the computer/cat space room. I an likely to spend some money on new shades or curtains so that the cats can get an unobstructed view. Right now, these blinds only have mechanism to open or close the slats, nothing to raise or lower them.

Tomorrow will be a nice sunny day. I hope to open the patio door for a little while and get some fresh air in here.

JaneS · March 15, 2024, 10:02:16 PM

Hi there you all! I've read and absorbed everything. It's always nice to read what you all are doing in your area and in your days.

I made the sliced ham and baked, cubed, cheesed and flavored potatoes and I did open a jar of canned zucchini for my supper today, tomorrow and a few more days. Maybe some for the freezer! It was goooood!

Now I'm heading for the haystack! I'm ready to sleep and I don't have to set the alarm. Cooper won't be coming over and I don't have anything planned except more cleaning! We have a bear in the area so no one is on the street when it's dark! My auto light was on tonight. It comes on when someone is in my driveway but there were no cars. I'm thinking maybe it was HIM!

Good night to all of you. Sleep peacefully and wake refreshed and come back for a visit tomorrow! Bring a friend!

so_P_bubble · March 16, 2024, 04:57:05 AM

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Amy · March 16, 2024, 07:18:21 AM

Good morning

First off, yesterday was ok...but my friend has to go back in a couple of weeks to the cardiologist for more tests.

Today work around home ,laundry,should do more baking,vacuum seal what was bought yesterday.

Jane, your supper sounds delicious!!! I would think Mr Bear is out looking for food after a long winters nap.

MG, moving is very tiring and selling a home is very nerve wracking. Hope it soon sells and that is one less worry for you.

Rick,Also getting in some practice on that nap thing. I'm getting good at it.
You know that they say practice makes perfect. I have an idea that I to will try to practice a nap at some point today. We are now just waiting to hear back from our accountant.

Patricia, David sure see a lot of country on with his work. Meets a lot of nice people too!!.He got to hug my friend when they met!! He did have a nice birthday thank you ,at least he made it home for it.

A trip to the city takes my energy and I thought it was only me till I mentioned to a (young) lady in the bank and she said it does her also.That made me feel somewhat better but I do remember when one could do that,come home and work some more and not feel the effects of the trip. Must be a age thing???

Better get ready to meet the day..

Enjoy your day and stay safe

JaneS · March 16, 2024, 07:32:47 AM

Good Morning AMY and anyone else who shows up!

BUBBLE Thank You for posting the picture of my Great Grandson, Cam for me. I can't wait to get there and reach the hugging stage with him! Most of the pics I get of him, he's laughing. I want one of those laughs to keep in my pocket!

AMY, I wish your friend good news when she goes back to the dr. And I want you to know that the "napping" doesn't really take much practice. It's really easy to learn! I've been at it for a while now and I'm getting really good at it! The hard part is waking up and getting busy again! If you figure out a good trick for that, let me know!

I'm off to get dressed and on my way now. I'm not sure what I'm on my way to but a walk (without a dog) will be part of it! I wish you all a good day! Make it your own in every way! And don't forget to let us in on it!

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