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Title: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on November 13, 2010, 03:50:32 am
I'm always looking for a place to blog and discuss things on my mind or that of my friends.  What better place than here! 

A little about myself, I'm 56 years old, currently unemployed and trying to stay afloat in today's economy.  I always was very frugal minded and have been participating in and honing my skills in voluntary simplicity for many years. 

I'm planning on going back to school as of February for Medical Assistant in hopes that a job in the medical field will be easier to find that one in IT where I used to work. 

I knit, crochet, work on genealogy, raise three fur babies and spend a lot of time on the computer playing games or chatting with friends on social networks. 

I'm also looking for a new friend or new project to keep me busy. 

Tell me a little about yourself and let's chat.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: oldbuddy on November 14, 2010, 07:54:39 am
I'm 72 years old, currently unemployed and plan to keep it that way. I'm hardly frugal, I love spending money and having fun, so that's why I spend time making money on the computer each day and pump up my fun money fund.

I'm not planning on going back to school, but who knows when I might change my mind? I like to take my wife traveling around North America and we make several trips a year. This year we had a week on a houseboat in Key Largo, a week at the beach, a week in North Carolina and we already have reservations for a week at Yellowstone next summer. That's why I keep clicking.

I also sing in Barbershop Quartets and play a little bluegrass guitar with my boys.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: bhm42004 on November 15, 2010, 08:03:49 am
I am a 39 yr old single mom. I am employed but only part-time. I am a certified medical assistant, ekg tech, plebotomist - trying to get a job in a hospital. Took a course for dialysis tech & it was great!  Would luv to go back to school for nursing. Hobbies - crochet, read, spend time with my daughter & family, make free $ on ptc/ptd sites.  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: catdula on November 15, 2010, 11:22:49 am
Anyone that crochets blankets or baby hats, the NICU's at the hospitals would love to have them for the babies. Or even if they are made out of material. Blankets and hats are used a lot there. Make them and drop them off, I know they will be appreciated.

I am a working mom who had a premature infant. I also have a 7 year old stepson.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: Mickey001 on November 15, 2010, 03:01:41 pm
I am 54 and retired and plan to keep it that way. I love spending money and having fun, so that's why I spend time making money on the computer each day.

I'm not planning on going back to school, but some times I like to think about going back to earn my Doctorate Degree in Criminal Justice.  I like working with kids who are fatherless. 

We try to take several fun trips a years. This year we have been to Arizona, Virginia Beach, and many places in North Carolina.  We are going to the Outer Banks in NC for Thanksgiving and then to Boone, NC to ski during Christmass.  Next summer, we are on our way to San Antonio, TX.

I'm here cliking just to have a little fun and keep myself busy.

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on November 16, 2010, 03:13:22 am
It's fun hearing from everyone and a little bit about other people.  The last couple of days I've been listing books and CD's on Amazon and selling a few here and there.  I used to have access to both media types in the employee store where I worked so I had quite a few saved.  I ripped all of my CD's on to my computer and I'm selling the actual music and I'm trying to downsize so I'm selling all of the books except for reference books that I might need, such as my crochet and knit books.  I have only kept a few cookbooks as I find that I turn to the internet for new recipes more these days. 

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: missijl on November 16, 2010, 04:25:54 am
Everyone is vacationing in North Carolina! I guess I am really lucky to live here!

I'm a 28 year-old wife of a U.S. Marine. I choose to work from home so I can keep the house neat and have meals ready for him. We'll be celebrating our first wedding anniversary on December 2. We don't have any kids as of yet. We decided to wait until after he's done with the Marine Corps. We plan on moving back to Nebraska (or somewhere close by) so we can be closer to our families.

I've went to college for Psychology, Mass Media, and Legal Studies--none of which held my attention. I'm sure I'll go back someday. It's never too late.

It seems like my hobbies have faded away as I've gotten older. I do love to write short stories and poetry, play tennis, sing, and visit educational sites like museums.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: tigerlilly01 on November 16, 2010, 05:40:05 am
Hi.  I'm 52 years old and have been off work for over a year due to my my problem.  I got married last year and thought I would be able to stay home and make a little money online but if things don't change soon I am going to have to go look for a part time job.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on November 17, 2010, 05:17:22 am
Sorry to hear that tigerlilly.  There are some work at home jobs you could check into.  Alpine Access is one.  Go to Kim Komandos website and search for work at home.  It will bring up a link.  I for one know that Alpine Access is for real.  I have a friend that works for them and I was actually hired by them at one time but fell inactive in their rosters because I couldn't commit to more than 20 hours of week at that time.  Long story.  Good luck though and if you need more information feel free to ask. 
Title: My opinions are my own...these are my feet and I'll put them where I want
Post by: golotomer on November 17, 2010, 05:21:13 am
I can understand people working for the extra "pin money" but I get irritated by people that say stuff like...I just work to stay busy or out of trouble.  If you are retired and don't need the extra money but want to stay busy...volunteer!  Teach a kid to read, help out at the local hospital, read to a blind person, visit a lonely person, pitch in at a soup kitchen OR donate the money you earn to a charitable organization! 
Title: Freecycle
Post by: golotomer on November 18, 2010, 01:47:36 am
I just love FreeCycle!  I was able to get rid of a box of things I no longer use or wanted and the people were going to use these items in a rummage sale for the local boyscouts to earn money.  I may not donate to too many things with cash but this is one way I can help local organizations and get rid of the clutter. 
Title: Saturdays musings
Post by: golotomer on November 20, 2010, 02:42:55 pm
I babysat my BF's grand-daughter today.  She is 3 and she decided to paint one of her stuffed animals with yogurt.  That was a fun cleanup.  Where do kids come up with this stuff.  I'm think a paint set would be in order for Christmas.  She obviously has a creative flare wanting to develop. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on November 20, 2010, 03:08:11 pm
 :cat:  I'm married, have 3 grown children, and 2 precious small granddaughters.  I teach Elementary Music part-time.  Because of my asthma issue and tests out-of-town, I can't work full-time right now.  I am very thankful for my job.
 We have 3 cats and 1 dog (1 cat is mine - her picture is the one you see.)  I play the guitar, a little piano, sing (although on temporary break until new meds kick in), cross-stitch, read, and try to earn a little extra by joining sites like FC (super site!)  My hubby and I just love being Nana and Papa!!
I like your stuffed animals/yogurt episode! :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on November 21, 2010, 04:18:35 am
Hi Jscrib.  Yes aren't kids fun?  I'm sorry to hear about your health problems but you sound like you're happy and that's what is important.  I'm making a bit of money on here but the surveys that I get sent don't seem to fit me.  I get so far through them and they tell me I don't qualify.  I won't give my home phone number out either so that is another area where I fall through the cracks.  I've tried doing the ones where you find information about businesses via a url but usually something goes wrong...on their end...so I end up wasting my time.  About all I do is the daily stuff and post on the forum.  At least I'm earning some pocket change and meeting new friends.  After all if you are walking down the street and you see a dime and a nickle you stop and pick it up don't you?
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on November 21, 2010, 10:26:19 am
 :cat:  Yes, I pick up any change I see.  I've been surprised how much money comes from picking up and saving change!!! 
I agree with you - many times the surveys take you so far, just to tell you that you don't qualify. I've thought that I've made it through a survey pretty far, then I'm told that. It's frustrating.  But there are many that do go through, especially if you're consistent with doing the same sites over daily. I've joined some survey sites outside of FC that are pretty dependable, as long as I have the "want-to" and the time to give to them.  Sometimes I'm just surveyed out!!!  Fusion Cash is my favorite!!  ;)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: darmond123 on November 21, 2010, 11:41:49 am
I'm always looking for a place to blog and discuss things on my mind or that of my friends.  What better place than here! 

A little about myself, I'm 56 years old, currently unemployed and trying to stay afloat in today's economy.  I always was very frugal minded and have been participating in and honing my skills in voluntary simplicity for many years. 

I'm planning on going back to school as of February for Medical Assistant in hopes that a job in the medical field will be easier to find that one in IT where I used to work. 

I knit, crochet, work on genealogy, raise three fur babies and spend a lot of time on the computer playing games or chatting with friends on social networks. 

I'm also looking for a new friend or new project to keep me busy. 

Tell me a little about yourself and let's chat.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: darmond123 on November 21, 2010, 11:42:38 am
I'm always looking for a place to blog and discuss things on my mind or that of my friends.  What better place than here! 

A little about myself, I'm 56 years old, currently unemployed and trying to stay afloat in today's economy.  I always was very frugal minded and have been participating in and honing my skills in voluntary simplicity for many years. 

I'm planning on going back to school as of February for Medical Assistant in hopes that a job in the medical field will be easier to find that one in IT where I used to work. 

I knit, crochet, work on genealogy, raise three fur babies and spend a lot of time on the computer playing games or chatting with friends on social networks. 

I'm also looking for a new friend or new project to keep me busy. 

Tell me a little about yourself and let's chat.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: darmond123 on November 21, 2010, 11:43:36 am
I'm 72 years old, currently unemployed and plan to keep it that way. I'm hardly frugal, I love spending money and having fun, so that's why I spend time making money on the computer each day and pump up my fun money fund.

I'm not planning on going back to school, but who knows when I might change my mind? I like to take my wife traveling around North America and we make several trips a year. This year we had a week on a houseboat in Key Largo, a week at the beach, a week in North Carolina and we already have reservations for a week at Yellowstone next summer. That's why I keep clicking.

I also sing in Barbershop Quartets and play a little bluegrass guitar with my boys.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: ladysurvivor on November 21, 2010, 12:23:24 pm
I'm a 46 yr old single mom of 2 teenage boys. I have been trying off and on for 3 yrs to make money online and I know that somehow I will. My 17 year was diagnosed 4 years ago with a rare auto immune disease where I didn't think he was going to make it. My son has suffered depression and wasn't sure if he would be around. I enjoy cooking but hate the clean up. I also enjoy reading and swimming. I also want to do something to help other single moms and that and needing to stay home for my kids and just needing extra money is by drive to make a successful at home business. I think blogs like this is good because you get to know others from all over the place.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on November 22, 2010, 04:27:59 am
I started a part-time job yesterday selling calendars from a kiosk in the mall.  You might think, and I did, that these are the simplest of jobs but there are a lot of details to learn.  I know I'll catch on quickly but my goodness, they give you 2 hours of training and then leave you on your own and this is the busiest season of the year. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on November 22, 2010, 08:22:03 am
I started a part-time job yesterday selling calendars from a kiosk in the mall.  You might think, and I did, that these are the simplest of jobs but there are a lot of details to learn.  I know I'll catch on quickly but my goodness, they give you 2 hours of training and then leave you on your own and this is the busiest season of the year. 

Hang in there!  You know, I have never really thought about working at a mall kiosk.  That would be an idea to maybe look at!  Let us know how it goes! :)
Title: New job
Post by: golotomer on November 23, 2010, 02:15:07 am
I took on a part-time seasonal job in the mall selling calendars in a kiosk.  I'm sure I'll catch on to what is necessary to do for the job but the thing that troubles me is all of the backstabbing with the other workers.  From the asst. manager who interviewed me warning me about other employees (very uncool) to the girl that trained me and then both girls they were warning me about warning me about them! OMG.  Why can't we all just get along?
Title: Re: New job
Post by: jcribb16 on November 23, 2010, 10:35:07 am
I took on a part-time seasonal job in the mall selling calendars in a kiosk.  I'm sure I'll catch on to what is necessary to do for the job but the thing that troubles me is all of the backstabbing with the other workers.  From the asst. manager who interviewed me warning me about other employees (very uncool) to the girl that trained me and then both girls they were warning me about warning me about them! OMG.  Why can't we all just get along?

That's unfortunate.  The way I see it, you may be the positive change they all need!!!  Hope it gets better for you! :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: Mikena on November 23, 2010, 11:54:58 am
 ;D I'm 50 years old and currently unemployed outside of the home. I have 3 wonderful sons over the age of 18. My middle son will leave for boot camp in January. I don't want him to go, but it is his choice so I will respect it.
     Since being out of the work force; I volunteer my extra time with my church. Along with others, I help to raise $ and nonperishable items for families in need in our community. I love to cook and I collect old cookbooks. I feel that my biggest passion is gardening. I currently live in the city in a small apartment; gardening is not an option for me right now. I have cluttered up my apartment with house plants but it just isn't the same as a vegetable garden.
  I have recently adopted a chichuachua. I have never really liked small dogs but I must admit this little bugger has stolen my heart. He fills up my day with joy and laughter. Some of the stuff that Misterbo Jangles does reminds me of some of the things that a 3 year old child may do. I have really enjoyed reading all of the comments listed in this forum. There are some days that I leave this forum feeling alittle bit better than when I first log in. For this, I 'd like to say THANK-YOU to all of you. I hope that this holiday season brings peace, joy, love, and an abundant amount of blessings to all of you and your families!!! :wave: :peace:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: missijl on November 23, 2010, 12:09:15 pm
I'm a 46 yr old single mom of 2 teenage boys. I have been trying off and on for 3 yrs to make money online and I know that somehow I will. My 17 year was diagnosed 4 years ago with a rare auto immune disease where I didn't think he was going to make it. My son has suffered depression and wasn't sure if he would be around. I enjoy cooking but hate the clean up. I also enjoy reading and swimming. I also want to do something to help other single moms and that and needing to stay home for my kids and just needing extra money is by drive to make a successful at home business. I think blogs like this is good because you get to know others from all over the place.
It seems like your user name is very fitting! Take good care of your sons; I'll keep them in my prayers.

I feel the same way about cooking and then having to clean up! I wish I could make a deal with my husband so that I'd cook and he'd clean up, but he works all day, so I just take care of it.

I'm glad you found Fusion Cash! Just keep on keeping on!  :thumbsup:
Title: response to jcribb
Post by: golotomer on November 24, 2010, 03:22:09 am
Glad to meet you.  I used to play organ/piano but have gotten so rusty it's a chore to sit down at the keyboard anymore.  I think I need some teach yourself to play books to get me back into shape.  Cute cat.  Wish I could own one but the BF says no more.  He had a bad experience with them. 

Between us we have three dogs, two Maltese and a chow.  Hope you have a wonderful holiday.  I'm making cranberry salad today and have done some baking but my daughter is going to do most of the cooking. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on November 24, 2010, 12:13:35 pm
;D I'm 50 years old and currently unemployed outside of the home. I have 3 wonderful sons over the age of 18. My middle son will leave for boot camp in January. I don't want him to go, but it is his choice so I will respect it.
     Since being out of the work force; I volunteer my extra time with my church. Along with others, I help to raise $ and nonperishable items for families in need in our community. I love to cook and I collect old cookbooks. I feel that my biggest passion is gardening. I currently live in the city in a small apartment; gardening is not an option for me right now. I have cluttered up my apartment with house plants but it just isn't the same as a vegetable garden.
  I have recently adopted a chichuachua. I have never really liked small dogs but I must admit this little bugger has stolen my heart. He fills up my day with joy and laughter. Some of the stuff that Misterbo Jangles does reminds me of some of the things that a 3 year old child may do. I have really enjoyed reading all of the comments listed in this forum. There are some days that I leave this forum feeling alittle bit better than when I first log in. For this, I 'd like to say THANK-YOU to all of you. I hope that this holiday season brings peace, joy, love, and an abundant amount of blessings to all of you and your families!!! :wave: :peace:
Hi Mikena!  Glad to meet you through FC!  I hope you have a blessed Thanksgiving as well!  :)
Title: Happy Turkey Day
Post by: golotomer on November 25, 2010, 04:12:12 am
Just stopping by to say Happy Thanks giving and to make a list of what I am thankful for.

My children
grandchildren
wonderful son in law
wonderful soon to be daughter in law
my boyfriend
my pets
a home
food
a dependable vehicle
all of the people mentioned good health
friends
my computer
my creative abilities
my yarns
and much much more

Title: Thanksgiving
Post by: golotomer on November 26, 2010, 02:53:07 am
I had a wonderful Thanksgiving with my BF and daughter.  We cooked a traditional meal, although we didn't go overboard with the sides, then my BF took a nap while my daughter and I worked on crocheted afghans and listened to Classical music.  It was so relaxing.  How did you spend your day?
Title: Re: Thanksgiving
Post by: jcribb16 on November 26, 2010, 08:08:12 pm
I had a wonderful Thanksgiving with my BF and daughter.  We cooked a traditional meal, although we didn't go overboard with the sides, then my BF took a nap while my daughter and I worked on crocheted afghans and listened to Classical music.  It was so relaxing.  How did you spend your day?
My hubby, 2 of our 3 adult children, traveled and had Thanksgiving dinner with my mother-in-law and her husband.  We had other family members there and had the best time and fellowship.  After that, we went for a late supper with my father-in-law and his wife.  We played games and laughed a lot. My hubby and son traveled home, while my daughter and I had a girls' night at a motel - relaxing and watching movies.  We returned home today. 
We didn't get to see our oldest son (in the Navy), his wife, and our 2 granddaughters, but we did get to talk with them.  They are going to stay with us for a week at Christmas, though!  :)
Title: Worked Black Friday
Post by: golotomer on November 27, 2010, 03:17:43 am
I worked for several hours during Black Friday and at one time the influx of people was so great I couldn't keep my head on straight.  With being laid off I don't have the money to shop and I see all these people spending so much money on things and it just makes me cringe.  I don't want to be thought of as a cheapskate but I just don't and never have spent a lot of money on Christmas.  I try to make most of my gifts.  Last night I made peppermint candies using candy canes, that are crushed, and white chocolate. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on November 27, 2010, 10:47:04 pm
 :cat:  It means a lot when someone takes the time to make something for someone else.  I used to do that more than I do now. :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: CodyR on November 27, 2010, 10:50:45 pm
I'm 72 years old, currently unemployed and plan to keep it that way. I'm hardly frugal, I love spending money and having fun, so that's why I spend time making money on the computer each day and pump up my fun money fund.

I'm not planning on going back to school, but who knows when I might change my mind? I like to take my wife traveling around North America and we make several trips a year. This year we had a week on a houseboat in Key Largo, a week at the beach, a week in North Carolina and we already have reservations for a week at Yellowstone next summer. That's why I keep clicking.

I also sing in Barbershop Quartets and play a little bluegrass guitar with my boys.

Your awesome haha :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: rigo23 on November 27, 2010, 10:53:15 pm
Today seems like a perfect day to show the people you care about that you are there for them.
Title: Working
Post by: golotomer on November 28, 2010, 02:37:48 am
I took a part time job working a seasonal kiosk for the holidays.  Most of my co-workers are in their twenties and they amaze me with the amount of talking about nothing they do!  Whining, complaining about things that are in their own control.  Their incessant blah blah blah is getting on my last nerve.  Oh and all the backstabbing.  Each one of them have told me about the other one.  It's an never ending vicious cycle.  I wish I could find a job where I could work alone!
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: rigo23 on November 28, 2010, 02:39:57 am
tell me about it the only thing is that the only way you are going to get better is if you become an entrepenuer you know be your own boss.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on November 28, 2010, 10:46:00 am
 :cat:   Yay!  I finally got "My Bookmarks" (in the forum) back today! They disappeared when I opted-in on the contest yesterday. FC Support figured it out - a big thanks to them!!  I'm lost without my bookmarks!   Hope everyone is having a great day!  :)
Title: The Disney movie Tangled
Post by: golotomer on November 29, 2010, 06:04:06 am
We took the grand-daughter to see Tangled last night and I think I enjoyed it as much as she did and believe me she was spell bound.  I also think the Yogi movie that is coming out is one that I will go see.  I laughed just watching the previews. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: hotychick on November 29, 2010, 06:10:14 am
Im 29 yrs. old, a mother of 2 beautiful boys and currently unemplyed. Just most of people here i spend most of my time on the computer too playing games and joining in sites like this. Most of course taking care of my boys. It is a tough times of our economy right now and i could wish for is a better tommorow. Abettere future for my family someday.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on November 29, 2010, 02:09:17 pm
 :cat:  We just found out that we are going to have our 3rd grandchild!  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: sflynt on November 29, 2010, 02:25:43 pm
:cat:  We just found out that we are going to have our 3rd grandchild!  :)

AWW!! Congratulations!!! How exciting for you!  :heart:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: Cuppycake on November 29, 2010, 02:44:49 pm
Everyone is vacationing in North Carolina! I guess I am really lucky to live here!

I'm a 28 year-old wife of a U.S. Marine. I choose to work from home so I can keep the house neat and have meals ready for him. We'll be celebrating our first wedding anniversary on December 2. We don't have any kids as of yet. We decided to wait until after he's done with the Marine Corps. We plan on moving back to Nebraska (or somewhere close by) so we can be closer to our families.

I've went to college for Psychology, Mass Media, and Legal Studies--none of which held my attention. I'm sure I'll go back someday. It's never too late.

It seems like my hobbies have faded away as I've gotten older. I do love to write short stories and poetry, play tennis, sing, and visit educational sites like museums.
You know if you don't mind making the trip to Atlanta you might enjoy the Dali Exhibit at The High Museum.  It is there until August! 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: lbeery on November 29, 2010, 03:52:10 pm
Wow, Golotomer, sounds like you could be me.  I am now at home after working for 35 years (last job was 25) and now I find that I am going to have to go back to work soon.  I am thinking of medical billig but need to find out how to get certified, etc.

I also garden, crochet, quilt, eat, eat, look for ways to make a few bucks from home.  I am trying to sell the rugs I make but haven;t exposed myself too much.  Never did anything like that before.  I'll be back later....have to go get dinner going.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on November 29, 2010, 08:19:08 pm
:cat:  We just found out that we are going to have our 3rd grandchild!  :)

AWW!! Congratulations!!! How exciting for you!  :heart:
Thank you, sflynt!!  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: SCarter984 on November 29, 2010, 08:39:35 pm
I am 60 and I work as a consultant for small businesses and non profits.  I write proposals, grants and do some program development.  I am lucky to be able to do all this from home.  Sometimes the jobs get scarce, particularly in the last few years due to the economy, but I am able to keep my head above water.  Anybody need a grant written? ;D  I enjoy reading and cooking and have been doing some study on religions and health.  It keeps me busy.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: xdrummermommyx on November 29, 2010, 09:08:25 pm
I have one son who is 7 months.
I sew cloth diapers, and am a stay at home mom :)
Title: Hi to all new people
Post by: golotomer on November 30, 2010, 02:40:25 am
Oh my goodness I can't believe I didn't realize that there were various pages developing on this blog and I haven't responded to the new people!  Forgive my tardiness.

Lbeery..tell me more about these rugs you are making.  I am making rugs too but mine are crochet and it's a pattern for using up old yarn scraps. 

xdrummermommy ... cloth diapers are hard to find!  I'm sure there is a market for them out there.  How are sales going?

scarter...I don't need a grant but I'll keep you in mind.  It's great being able to work from home isn't it?  I used to do that about a quarter of the time with my old job. 

jcribb...Congratulations on the new grandchild.  When is it due?

hotychick...it is tough out there but I make a game of saving money...and earning it too!  What games do you play online?  I play Canasta on Pogo.

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: andzigallery on November 30, 2010, 04:18:54 am
Anyone that crochets blankets or baby hats, the NICU's at the hospitals would love to have them for the babies. Or even if they are made out of material. Blankets and hats are used a lot there. Make them and drop them off, I know they will be appreciated.

I am a working mom who had a premature infant. I also have a 7 year old stepson.

I would love to more about this project.  Where is this hospital located because this is up my alley and I'm always looking for creative ways to donate or volunteer anyway that I can!   Can you please send me more information on this? 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: sflynt on November 30, 2010, 07:39:57 am
:cat:  We just found out that we are going to have our 3rd grandchild!  :)

AWW!! Congratulations!!! How exciting for you!  :heart:
Thank you, sflynt!!  :)

Your so welcome!!!   ;D
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: sammywantsya on November 30, 2010, 07:59:01 am
im 25 yr old guy retired because i make good amounts of money online and it pays off well.. i love what i do at home working on my comp 24 /7 so i can have fun with my family :) thats why i do this so i can have a good strong relationship with my daughter and my wife... its pretty sweet life im having....

i feel sorry for my friends tho working there *bleep* off to provide food and shelter but i respect that... i used to do those hard labor jobs when i was in high school and decided to search more detail about making money online at home...

im loving it....
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: shellee03 on November 30, 2010, 08:22:11 am
I'm 28 and married with 2 children 9 and 1. My husband is in the military. Due to the economy I can find a job that will make enough money and pay for daycare. My husband and I are both in college and its tough. I just hope that FC will work out and start to show a great income opportunity!
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: sammywantsya on November 30, 2010, 08:24:26 am
I'm 28 and married with 2 children 9 and 1. My husband is in the military. Due to the economy I can find a job that will make enough money and pay for daycare. My husband and I are both in college and its tough. I just hope that FC will work out and start to show a great income opportunity!

it will not get you rich quick but it will get you some extra cash :)


Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on November 30, 2010, 08:35:49 am
 :cat:  Golotomer:   The baby is due in August, just don't have a numerical date yet.  ;)
Title: due date
Post by: golotomer on December 01, 2010, 03:19:46 am
jcribb..thanks for letting me know the due date.  I'll be watching for updates. 

Our weather has turned pretty crappy here.  We are getting loads of rain.  If this turns colder we will get dumped on with snow.  I guess we've been pretty lucky though since today is the first of December and we haven't had a snow that has accumulated yet. 




Title: Snow
Post by: golotomer on December 02, 2010, 04:04:59 am
Well we did get a couple of inches of snow and it's plenty cold.  I've not been very busy at work, selling calendars in a kiosk, and it's boring as H E double L.  We aren't allowed to talk on a cell phone, read, eat while working so all I do is walk around and around the kiosk and straighten things.  Not hard but so incredibly boring I think I can't work another minute at times.  We aren't even allowed to sit on a chair.  It's crazy. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on December 02, 2010, 02:01:16 pm
 :cat:    Golotomer, is this just a temporary (seasonal) job?  If so, hang in there!!!!  That would be frustrating with all those restrictions, even though I understand why. I imagine your feet and back are more than ready to rest when you get home!    :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: mommagoes on December 02, 2010, 03:57:43 pm
Everyone is vacationing in North Carolina! I guess I am really lucky to live here!

I'm a 28 year-old wife of a U.S. Marine. I choose to work from home so I can keep the house neat and have meals ready for him. We'll be celebrating our first wedding anniversary on December 2.
I've went to college for Psychology, Mass Media, and Legal Studies--none of which held my attention. I'm sure I'll go back someday. It's never too late.

 :heart: :heart: :heart: happy anniversary! :heart: :heart: :heart:


i too went to college and found nothing could hold my attention. i love to learn new things but as soon as i have them figured out i get bored and move on to something else :) guess its a good thing that there isn't a college degree required to be a SAHM  :D
Title: Job
Post by: golotomer on December 04, 2010, 02:23:59 am
Jcribb yes this is just a seasonal job until the end of January.  I start school Feb 1 for Medical Assistant.  Thanks for asking.  Have a great day. 
Title: Re: Job
Post by: jcribb16 on December 04, 2010, 07:11:58 am
Jcribb yes this is just a seasonal job until the end of January.  I start school Feb 1 for Medical Assistant.  Thanks for asking.  Have a great day. 

That's great, then!  You should enjoy schooling for Medical Assistant!  It sure would be a lot better on your back and feet, lol!!! :)
Title: Medical school and other stuff
Post by: golotomer on December 05, 2010, 03:26:13 am
You are so right about MA being easier on my feet and back.  I'm a little worried about the phlebotomy part but I'm going to try to do a really good job and hopefully if I ever work where I have to use it I'll be able to soothe patients through the process.  There is nothing worse than having a bad stick. 

How are your earnings on FC going?  I don't do too many of the surveys because they always seem to want a home phone number and I get enough telemarketing calls as it is.  I do the paid to read emails, the forum and the daily click throughs, sometimes the videos, but that's about it.  Any other tips?
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on December 05, 2010, 08:16:29 am
 :cat: 

Golotomer, I admire your wanting to do phlebotomy.  I just don't know if I could handle it.  I'm such a wimp as it is, having blood drawn every 3 months.  I know what I feel, so I think I would have too much compassion for what they may feel.  I guess that's why I'm a teacher - I love doing that!

As far as tips for more FC earnings, there are surveys that I don't mind doing at all.  The only drawback is how sometimes you may not qualify or you may go quite a ways through it and then find out you don't qualify.  But the earnings you can make off of them makes up for that.  The more you do seems to qualify you for more.  The ones I like are: SurveyHead, GiveUsYour2Cents, MyThoughtCounts, MyViewDailySurvey, and SSI Daily Survey.  I bookmarked them (a little green tab on them), and it puts them under the Daily tab.  That way I can pull the Daily tab up, and those surveys come up all together for my convenience.  Let me know if these work for you!
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: charmaine56 on December 05, 2010, 10:25:14 am
Surveys have not worked for me yet. they time out and I loose connection or I dont get qualified. Ive had 4 offers not pay out also so Im kinda laying off taking time and doing other stuff. Maybe Ill try for another again. Im not working cause I am not equipped to drive in the bad weather here. I really need disability but you know how that goes. they say you can work a desk job. but no one hires a RN to work a minumum wage desk job. I tried. Im hanging out on a small retirement check that will only pay for a room for rent at low cost. Im willing to move if someone needs a live in nurse.  :heart:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on December 05, 2010, 01:18:21 pm
Surveys have not worked for me yet. they time out and I loose connection or I dont get qualified. Ive had 4 offers not pay out also so Im kinda laying off taking time and doing other stuff. Maybe Ill try for another again. Im not working cause I am not equipped to drive in the bad weather here. I really need disability but you know how that goes. they say you can work a desk job. but no one hires a RN to work a minumum wage desk job. I tried. Im hanging out on a small retirement check that will only pay for a room for rent at low cost. Im willing to move if someone needs a live in nurse.  :heart:

It hardly seems fair, does it?  I remember applying for a filing job once, and they told me I was over-qualified and so wouldn't give it to me.  That same day I did get a data entry job in the same company, but I was irked because of not being able to get a job that was available then, with no one in line.  After all, you can always move up.  I hope things turn around for you for the better!  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: faitjac84 on December 05, 2010, 01:44:00 pm
I'm 72 years old, currently unemployed and plan to keep it that way. I'm hardly frugal, I love spending money and having fun, so that's why I spend time making money on the computer each day and pump up my fun money fund.

I'm not planning on going back to school, but who knows when I might change my mind? I like to take my wife traveling around North America and we make several trips a year. This year we had a week on a houseboat in Key Largo, a week at the beach, a week in North Carolina and we already have reservations for a week at Yellowstone next summer. That's why I keep clicking.

I also sing in Barbershop Quartets and play a little bluegrass guitar with my boys.
I enjoy your blogg, Its always fun to spend money and enjoy the things you get to play with:))
were all adults but we all like our toys
Title: Surveys and jobs
Post by: golotomer on December 07, 2010, 02:04:00 am
Jcribb thanks for the tips on more surveys.  I'll try those too.  I also like free samples.  My son told me about Twisted Branches and I regularly check out the Walmart site for those. 

Congress passed the extension for the unemployment so it looks like I'll be okay until school starts in Feb.  I can't quit my current part-time seasonal job or I could risk losing my funding for school but at least I'll make up the difference in earnings via my unemployment and then the TAA funding will kick in once the unemployment runs out.  My schooling is 18 months and the just approved another 13 months. 

Yes I was have also been told by a lawyers office that I was overqualified for the job they were offering as a paralegal.  I'm glad I didn't take the job anyhow as they seemed like such stuffed shirts to me.  I'm used to working with more of the Dilbert type of people.  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: rigo23 on December 07, 2010, 04:27:35 pm
My time has always been to work but unfortunetly I found myself struggling to find my balance in life. Fusion cash has helped me make the exta money.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on December 08, 2010, 04:16:40 am
My time has always been to work but unfortunetly I found myself struggling to find my balance in life. Fusion cash has helped me make the exta money.

The way it's looking for me is that I'll add about 25 dollars a month to my income.  I'd like to add more but can't seem to find those things that don't take excessive time, actually work (like urls) or don't want my home phone number (which I won't give). 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jkhanson on December 08, 2010, 04:35:50 am
:cat:  We just found out that we are going to have our 3rd grandchild!  :)

Congratulations jcribb16!

TODAY I am awaiting the news of our 5th grandchild.  Sazianna is scheduled to be born today by C-section. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on December 08, 2010, 07:51:43 pm
:cat:  We just found out that we are going to have our 3rd grandchild!  :)

Congratulations jcribb16!

TODAY I am awaiting the news of our 5th grandchild.  Sazianna is scheduled to be born today by C-section. 
Thanks so much, jkhanson. Unfortunately, our daughter-in-law miscarried this week.  Congrats on your 5th grandchild! That is super! :)
Title: Death by kiosk
Post by: golotomer on December 09, 2010, 07:15:40 am
At my part-time job we are not allowed to read, talk on a phone, eat or drink.  They say you get a ten minute break during your four and a half hour shift but it's hard to even get someone to relieve you long enough to go to the bathroom and you feel rushed to get back to your post. 

I'm fine when we are busy at the register but those times where you barely make a sale an hour are driving me up a wall.  I walk around the kiosk in a big circle, constantly straightening the product on the shelf.  I'm wearing a pedometer and tracking my steps and am looking at it as though I am getting my exercise in for the day but...you can't walk as fast as I would if I were walking for exercise and you can't listen to music to keep you motivated.  Any boredom buster ideas from anyone?
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on December 09, 2010, 07:43:18 am
 :cat:  It's a good thing it's temporary for you, golotomer.  I've been working extra hours this week, subbing.  Any little bit helps!
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: sflynt on December 09, 2010, 01:24:23 pm
:cat:  We just found out that we are going to have our 3rd grandchild!  :)

Congratulations jcribb16!

TODAY I am awaiting the news of our 5th grandchild.  Sazianna is scheduled to be born today by C-section. 
Thanks so much, jkhanson. Unfortunately, our daughter-in-law miscarried this week.  Congrats on your 5th grandchild! That is super! :)

oh jcribb, I am soo sorry to hear that... Bless her heart. I hope that all is going okay.  :heart:  :heart: :heart:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on December 09, 2010, 08:28:56 pm
:cat:  We just found out that we are going to have our 3rd grandchild!  :)

Congratulations jcribb16!

TODAY I am awaiting the news of our 5th grandchild.  Sazianna is scheduled to be born today by C-section. 
Thanks so much, jkhanson. Unfortunately, our daughter-in-law miscarried this week.  Congrats on your 5th grandchild! That is super! :)

oh jcribb, I am soo sorry to hear that... Bless her heart. I hope that all is going okay.  :heart:  :heart: :heart:
She's doing okay, just really sad. What makes it hard for her is that my son (her hubby) is out to sea and won't be back until the end of December. She was finally able to get a message to the ship today to let him know what happened. Her sister is taking her away this weekend to try and cheer her up and our 2 little granddaughters are going to stay with us this weekend.   :heart:
Title: Jcribb
Post by: golotomer on December 10, 2010, 05:13:37 am
Thanks so much, jkhanson. Unfortunately, our daughter-in-law miscarried this week.  Congrats on your 5th grandchild! That is super! :)
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I'm sorry to hear about the miscarriage.  I did read too that the daddy is out to sea.  That's a double whammy.  It sounds like she has good health though and they can try again.  My thoughts and prayers are with you all. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on December 10, 2010, 08:33:27 am
 :cat:  Thank you. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: cubarican210 on December 10, 2010, 08:46:42 am
I'm 27 and I've been married for 2 yrs and 5 months now. I don't have any kids of my own but I do have a handsome step-son. I love him and my husband so much. As of right now I'm searching for jobs. I got laid off last December from Verizon. Tomorrow the 11th makes it official. A year without a job. It's depressing and so I've been making some money on here until I find a real job that can give me the economic stability that I'm looking for. I love fusioncash and I will stick with them even when I do land my dream job. It just helps that my husband and the rest of my family is supportive. I really don't have anyone pestering me or making me feel useless because I don't have a job. On the other hand, I'm my own biggest critic. I tend to beat(not literally) myself up everyday because of the fact that I don't have a job and that no one's hiring me. I guess the employer can't see my skills or the potential that I have if I were to be hired by their company. I'm telling you I try to go in as positive as I can but something is not working. I dress to impress because the first impression on an interview is the most important. Can someone out there tell me what I'm doing wrong? I need help.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: sflynt on December 10, 2010, 08:50:57 am
She's doing okay, just really sad. What makes it hard for her is that my son (her hubby) is out to sea and won't be back until the end of December. She was finally able to get a message to the ship today to let him know what happened. Her sister is taking her away this weekend to try and cheer her up and our 2 little granddaughters are going to stay with us this weekend.   :heart:

I can't even imagine...... but thats good that she has a good sister to help take her mind off things. and great parents/grandparents to watch the kiddos.  :heart:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: dmalsbury on December 10, 2010, 09:08:15 am
I'm 63 going on 64, am retired due to the job market. I like turtles!

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on December 11, 2010, 04:29:46 am
I'm 27 and I've been married for 2 yrs and 5 months now. I don't have any kids of my own but I do have a handsome step-son. I love him and my husband so much. As of right now I'm searching for jobs. I got laid off last December from Verizon. Tomorrow the 11th makes it official. A year without a job. It's depressing and so I've been making some money on here until I find a real job that can give me the economic stability that I'm looking for. I love fusioncash and I will stick with them even when I do land my dream job. It just helps that my husband and the rest of my family is supportive. I really don't have anyone pestering me or making me feel useless because I don't have a job. On the other hand, I'm my own biggest critic. I tend to beat(not literally) myself up everyday because of the fact that I don't have a job and that no one's hiring me. I guess the employer can't see my skills or the potential that I have if I were to be hired by their company. I'm telling you I try to go in as positive as I can but something is not working. I dress to impress because the first impression on an interview is the most important. Can someone out there tell me what I'm doing wrong? I need help.

Sweetie I don't think it's you that is the problem.  It's the economy and the entire job market that has changed.  The swing is to pay between minimum wage and 12 an hour with no paid benefits.  We had counseling sessions when we lost our jobs with BMG Columbia House/Doubleday Books and they basically told us to expect to make half of what we did before the lay off. 

It helps to have two incomes but I am a divorcee and it's real difficult to make a living on 12 bucks an hour.  You can't pay your normal monthly living expenses on that amount of money and with no medical benefits and being in my mid fifties it's a scarey new world out there. 

You are young so just remain tenacious and something will come your way eventually. 
Title: Turtles
Post by: golotomer on December 12, 2010, 05:58:21 am
I'm 63 going on 64, am retired due to the job market. I like turtles!



Welcome and I like turtles too.  Slow but good to the finish. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: cubarican210 on December 12, 2010, 09:29:07 am
I'm 27 and I've been married for 2 yrs and 5 months now. I don't have any kids of my own but I do have a handsome step-son. I love him and my husband so much. As of right now I'm searching for jobs. I got laid off last December from Verizon. Tomorrow the 11th makes it official. A year without a job. It's depressing and so I've been making some money on here until I find a real job that can give me the economic stability that I'm looking for. I love fusioncash and I will stick with them even when I do land my dream job. It just helps that my husband and the rest of my family is supportive. I really don't have anyone pestering me or making me feel useless because I don't have a job. On the other hand, I'm my own biggest critic. I tend to beat(not literally) myself up everyday because of the fact that I don't have a job and that no one's hiring me. I guess the employer can't see my skills or the potential that I have if I were to be hired by their company. I'm telling you I try to go in as positive as I can but something is not working. I dress to impress because the first impression on an interview is the most important. Can someone out there tell me what I'm doing wrong? I need help.

Sweetie I don't think it's you that is the problem.  It's the economy and the entire job market that has changed.  The swing is to pay between minimum wage and 12 an hour with no paid benefits.  We had counseling sessions when we lost our jobs with BMG Columbia House/Doubleday Books and they basically told us to expect to make half of what we did before the lay off. 

It helps to have two incomes but I am a divorcee and it's real difficult to make a living on 12 bucks an hour.  You can't pay your normal monthly living expenses on that amount of money and with no medical benefits and being in my mid fifties it's a scarey new world out there. 

You are young so just remain tenacious and something will come your way eventually. 


Thanks for your words of wisdom. Sometimes I just need to be reminded of things like the economy doing really bad. You sound like a very nice person. Keep on making those afghans. That sounds like a great hobby.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: ro901 on December 12, 2010, 11:45:34 am
Still looking for your new blog. Where is it?
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on December 13, 2010, 03:19:08 am
Still looking for your new blog. Where is it?

It's right here.  You just posted on it.  :)
Title: Christmas
Post by: golotomer on December 16, 2010, 05:12:41 am
I've done all the Christmas shopping I can afford to do.  I've made everything I have time to make.  I don't feel like people really appreciate what you give them anyhow so I'll be glad when the holidays are over.  Too much stress for the wrong reasons. 

We bought a puzzle last night and started putting it together.  This is a tradition I participated in when I was a little girl with my dad.  As I grew older and had children of my own we always started a puzzle during the Christmas season and it gave us something to work on during the evenings when the weather was cold and blustery.  One year my son in law and I both had taken several pieces from the puzzle when we first opened it, without the other knowing, just so we could be the ones to put the last pieces in.  It was funny when we got the puzzle completed and there were pieces missing and we both pulled our confiscated pieces out of hiding. 

What odd traditions does your family hold on to?  To me those are the things that make the season more special. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on December 16, 2010, 09:37:47 am
 :cat:  My daughter and I continue the puzzle tradition, as well!  We also work on one with my step-mother-in-law.  Another thing our family still enjoys (even my grown children), is the hanging of the stockings.  When they get up or when they come over, the first thing they want to go get is their stocking.  It makes it fun for the granddaughters, too. They love watching the adults still get stockings from Santa!

One other very important thing we do is to read the 2nd chapter of Luke (verses 1-20.)  It's very fitting to remember why we celebrate the joy (Jesus) of Christmas, and we love keeping that tradition.  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: amssms2010 on December 16, 2010, 09:54:01 am
Hello everyone i am new at this so if anybody has any advice, im all ears.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on December 17, 2010, 03:55:33 am
Hello everyone i am new at this so if anybody has any advice, im all ears.

I'm really too new at it to over advice.  I mostly just do the daily 15 cents, post in the forum and do the paid to click emails...oh and watch the paid videos.  The surveys don't seem to work for me ....I always get disqualified. 

I tried one thing where you look up urls but one of the pages wasn't working and I couldn't give them the information they were asking so I wasted an entire 20 minutes of my time and got frustrated.  You should at least try it though...it might be something you excel at. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jkhanson on December 17, 2010, 06:01:04 am
:cat:  We just found out that we are going to have our 3rd grandchild!  :)

Congratulations jcribb16!

TODAY I am awaiting the news of our 5th grandchild.  Sazianna is scheduled to be born today by C-section. 
Thanks so much, jkhanson. Unfortunately, our daughter-in-law miscarried this week.  Congrats on your 5th grandchild! That is super! :)

oh jcribb, I am soo sorry to hear that... Bless her heart. I hope that all is going okay.  :heart:  :heart: :heart:
She's doing okay, just really sad. What makes it hard for her is that my son (her hubby) is out to sea and won't be back until the end of December. She was finally able to get a message to the ship today to let him know what happened. Her sister is taking her away this weekend to try and cheer her up and our 2 little granddaughters are going to stay with us this weekend.   :heart:

jcribb, I am so sorry to hear about your daughter-in-law and the miscarriage.  My heart breaks for her (and for her hubby out at sea). Your son will also need some extra love and prayers.  He is "alone" even though he is among buddies on the ship.

Our son got to come home from Kuwait for the birth and has to return on 12-18-10.  Our soldiers and families sacrifice a lot while they are deployed.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on December 17, 2010, 07:17:33 pm
 :cat:   Thank you, jkhanson.  She's doing a little better, but I know she's waiting for Dec. 28, when he returns. He'll have 2 weeks before leaving again.  But, at least he'll be able to give her support that only a hubby can.  I know it's hard for him, too.

You are so right about them sacrificing a lot when they are deployed.  I admire those families that are able to stay strong and keep their marriage and family together.  That's a hard thing for all of them, including their children.
Title: Merry Christmas
Post by: golotomer on December 23, 2010, 03:32:19 am
Merry Christmas everyone.  I hope you all of the best for the coming year.  Be safe and enjoy the warmth of your loved ones, friends and family this holiday season. 
Title: Re: Merry Christmas
Post by: jcribb16 on December 23, 2010, 07:42:09 am
Merry Christmas everyone.  I hope you all of the best for the coming year.  Be safe and enjoy the warmth of your loved ones, friends and family this holiday season. 

 :cat:  Merry Christmas to you, too, golotomer!!!!!!    :heart:
Title: Happy New Years
Post by: golotomer on January 01, 2011, 07:02:29 am
The holidays are now over and it's time for me to whip this body back in shape from too many sweets!  That's one of my New Years resolutions....what are yours?
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on January 01, 2011, 09:32:28 am
 :cat:  Same here, golotomer!  I'm still muddling over a few right now, also.  Happy New Year's Day! :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: Storm61115 on January 01, 2011, 10:43:04 am
i blog. i will blog if i have time but most of the time i dont have much to talk about.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on January 03, 2011, 05:28:15 am
Yeah I don't have much time to really blog either.  Nice meeting you though and if you do ever feel like talking about anything feel free to stop by again. 
Title: Mini vacation
Post by: golotomer on January 13, 2011, 02:43:58 am
I finished up on my seasonal job as of Monday night and this week has been a mini-vacation for me.  The weather has been pretty crappy with 4-6 inches of snow and temperatures in the teens to low 20's so it's been nice to just hole up and stay in the house.  I've been stocked on groceries and no where that I HAVE to go so I just haven't gone out.  I've done some knitting, cleaning and organizing as I feel like it and probably too much time on the computer.   :thumbsup:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on January 13, 2011, 09:14:44 am
 :cat:  I just noticed, golotomer, that your blog is already 7 pages long!  It's really growing!

 I'm going to work for 2 hrs. today.  I tried on Tues., but had to miss yesterday.  I've been stuck at home for 2 wks., per pulmonologist, because of my asthma and bronchitis. She's had me on antibiotics and steroids and is keeping me away from anyone sick, since my allergy cells aren't protecting me right.  Hopefully my new shots will kick in soon and help to protect me.

I imagine you are kind of relieved that your seasonal job is over.  That was a quite different experience! 

Hopefully, I'll talk to you again soon!  Have a great day! :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on January 14, 2011, 02:10:32 am
:cat:  I just noticed, golotomer, that your blog is already 7 pages long!  It's really growing!

 I'm going to work for 2 hrs. today.  I tried on Tues., but had to miss yesterday.  I've been stuck at home for 2 wks., per pulmonologist, because of my asthma and bronchitis. She's had me on antibiotics and steroids and is keeping me away from anyone sick, since my allergy cells aren't protecting me right.  Hopefully my new shots will kick in soon and help to protect me.

I imagine you are kind of relieved that your seasonal job is over.  That was a quite different experience! 

Hopefully, I'll talk to you again soon!  Have a great day! :)


I was noticing too that the blog is 7 pages long and has had over 926 hits.  Geesh if I could figure out a way to earn a dollar for each hit I'd be making some decent money!  Ideas, ideas. 

Sorry to hear you aren't feeling well.  Think positive thoughts, take care of yourself and get well.  I am kind of relieved that the seasonal job is over.  I'm waiting to hear if I can get the TRA funding to go back to school to be a Medical Assistant.  School is scheduled to start Feb 1st.  If I don't go back to school I have to find a full-time job and there isn't much out there that pays more than minimum wage.  I really enjoy talking to you.  TTYS. 

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on January 15, 2011, 01:05:24 pm
 :cat:   Thanks, golotomer.  Yes, I've got to get over this latest bout.  I'm getting cabin fever about now, lol.

I really hope funding comes through for you.  We need people out there who are willing to work in these fields and have a heart for the people, both at the same time. I would hate to know you had to get a full time job in an area you weren't happy and/or comfortable with.  We'll keep our fingers crossed!
Title: schooling
Post by: golotomer on January 17, 2011, 05:48:37 am
I'm still waiting to hear.  I didn't leave the house from Monday night until Friday because it was snowy and I had no where to go, didn't need groceries or any supplies.  On Friday I left for an eye exam and to run some errands and while I was out I got a call from the unemployment office that came into my voice mail at 12:30pm telling me to call their office back as the TRA waiver on file expires "tomorrow" which would have been on Saturday.  I never got home until after the UC office was closed!  Today is Sunday and tomorrow is a legal holiday so I don't know if they will be open.  If my waiver expired it is their fault for not following up on things!   I swear if I don't get my funding for school I'm going to call a congressman or senator.  I've been given incorrect information from the time this all started. 

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on January 18, 2011, 10:50:45 pm
 :cat:  That's definitely frustrating for you.  Sometimes going higher up seems to be the answer.  I hope it gets straightened out quickly.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: dwickizer on January 18, 2011, 11:10:02 pm
 :thumbsup:I think it is great that you are planning on going back to school! I am 46 and decided to go back to school myself a couple of years ago to try to obtain an accounting degree, I am unemployed, I raised three sons on my own so at times I worked double shifts at the nursing home (as a nurse aid), done in home chores for people (cleaning their houses) & at times I washed dishes, waitressed & was a bar-maid (at the same place; double shifts again; but the tips were great when I waitressed & tended bar), just to ensure that my sons had what was needed.I love animals, in fact there are 3 dogs,3 birds and 1 fish here, used to have horses also but one died of old age & the other got struck by lightening (bummer!) I wish you the best of luck in your schooling and have a wonderful time here at fusioncash! :wave:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on January 19, 2011, 03:10:41 am
:thumbsup:I think it is great that you are planning on going back to school! I am 46 and decided to go back to school myself a couple of years ago to try to obtain an accounting degree, I am unemployed, I raised three sons on my own so at times I worked double shifts at the nursing home (as a nurse aid), done in home chores for people (cleaning their houses) & at times I washed dishes, waitressed & was a bar-maid (at the same place; double shifts again; but the tips were great when I waitressed & tended bar), just to ensure that my sons had what was needed.I love animals, in fact there are 3 dogs,3 birds and 1 fish here, used to have horses also but one died of old age & the other got struck by lightening (bummer!) I wish you the best of luck in your schooling and have a wonderful time here at fusioncash! :wave:

How much longer do you have to go to finish up school?  I totally relate to you raising three sons on your own.  I raised my two daughters for many years on my own before remarrying, raising a step-daughter and my son and all with little or no help from daddy.  I continued to pay the majority of the bills and do most if not all of the leg work around the house and kids.  I've worked two jobs and worked many hours a day too.  Ah well such is life.  The kids are raised now but I do still have to support myself and IT jobs are far and few between these days so that's why I want to step into the medical field. 


Good luck to you also. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: longleggedgiraffe on January 19, 2011, 03:34:04 am
I am a mom of 5. 2 Kids live with me and the other 3 live with thier dad. I am still a newlywed. I am currently trying to start my own housekeeping business. It is very hard in this days economy. I have 2 clients and luckily they are quite close. I will be turning 35 next month...where does the time go! My oldest son is gonna be 16 next month as well. He is a sophomore in highschool and starting drivers ed. Ugh I feel old! My husband and I had a tough year last year. Neither one of us had a job for 6 months. Luckily, in May he got a job. It has still been a struggle playing catchup but we are in a much better position than we were last year at this time.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on January 20, 2011, 04:07:19 am
I am a mom of 5. 2 Kids live with me and the other 3 live with thier dad. I am still a newlywed. I am currently trying to start my own housekeeping business. It is very hard in this days economy. I have 2 clients and luckily they are quite close. I will be turning 35 next month...where does the time go! My oldest son is gonna be 16 next month as well. He is a sophomore in highschool and starting drivers ed. Ugh I feel old! My husband and I had a tough year last year. Neither one of us had a job for 6 months. Luckily, in May he got a job. It has still been a struggle playing catchup but we are in a much better position than we were last year at this time.

Hi.  Good for you for starting your own business.  Hang in there.  It takes time to build a clientele.  If you want it to though...it will happen.  Glad to hear hubbie is working now too.  Things will get better. 

You are NOT old!  I have twenty years on you so in my book...you are just a puppy. 
Title: First day of school
Post by: golotomer on February 01, 2011, 01:50:49 am
I am 56 years old, will be 57 next week, and today is my first day of school to become a Medical Assistant.  I'm changing career paths mid-stream because my previous job as a Web QA analyst was outsourced to India and there aren't too many of those types of jobs left in the US and especially where I live. 

This new adventure ought to be interesting.  I'm scared in ways but in others I'm actually looking forward to it and don't think I'll have too many problems with the classes.  I feel better prepared with age and experience than if I were younger and attempting the same classes. 

I'll keep you posted ....whether you want to hear or not.   ;D
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jabkman on February 01, 2011, 01:17:33 pm
divorce sucks, im an only child and have three half siblings
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: dawn21207 on February 01, 2011, 01:26:37 pm
I'm not sure if I have posted here yet or not.. If I have, I apologize.

I'm 19 years old, a mother to a beautiful 20 month old boy, and a fiance to an incredible guy. I enjoy cooking and playing video games. I would also like to start a photography business, when I get the funds for it.

Good luck with your career change! I hope that you enjoy it!  ;D
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: Theladyjoker1817 on February 01, 2011, 01:31:09 pm
HI IM 23 UNEMPLOYED AND HAVE ONE YEAR OLD AND TRYING MY BEST TO BE A GOOD MOM. TRYING TO GO TO SCHOOL IN CULINARY ARTS AND FINDING A JOB AND BING THE BEST THAT I COULD BE.. ITS HARD BUT I HAVE FAMILY TO HELP THAT GOOD ENOUGH FOR ME.. I LIKE TO COOK AND PRETEND THAT IM ON A COOKING SHOW SOMETIME AND GET LAUGH AT ALL THE TIME DOING IT BUT I HAVE BIG DREAMS 
Title: February changes
Post by: golotomer on February 03, 2011, 02:02:32 am
Well I started school yesterday after a false start.  My first scheduled day ended up being a snow day.  However, having a snow day as a student sure beats having to drive into work regardless of the weather because the company I worked for, and most companies (especially medical) wouldn't close the doors no matter how bad it got. 

I also get a bunch of holidays and seasonal breaks that you don't get in the work-a-day-world AND always get my weekends.  Hmmm...maybe I'd like to be a Medical Assistant teacher when I finish my training. 

My first chapter of the Clinical books was killer.  I spent a couple of hours trying to answer the workbook questions and didn't finish before I got too tired to continue.  I seriously doubt they expect you to finish all of it in one evening.  If so more people would be dropping out of school because they couldn't keep up. 

Tata for now. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on February 03, 2011, 06:47:41 am
 :cat:
Golotomer,  I am really glad you finally get to start your schooling.  It sounds like a tough going at the start, but I know it will pay off in the end.  They need people like you out there helping others.  Hang in there!  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: ChelseaUT on February 03, 2011, 08:48:47 am
I'm 25 years old. I've been married for 5 years to my best friend (we met in 6th grade and started dating in 7th!). We live in Utah, and our first child is on the way in July! We're SO excited.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on February 03, 2011, 01:33:26 pm
I'm 25 years old. I've been married for 5 years to my best friend (we met in 6th grade and started dating in 7th!). We live in Utah, and our first child is on the way in July! We're SO excited.

Congratulations, Chelsea!  That is wonderful news!  I'm happy for you.  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: Lucieloo on February 03, 2011, 02:27:16 pm
Im 36, married and bored!! My hubsand wants me to be a homemaker but who does that any more. I have to be honest Im getting lazy and thats not me. I use to spend all day on facebook playing games. That was fun at first but now I want to do something that really challenges my mind and skills. So I decided to try and find work online. Boy that is really overwhelming. So many people are after money til they will do anything to get yours. I am now trying out MRM with myNetworkingPro and it seems to be a good thing for me so far. I am meetig lots of people that take business seriously and Im ready to learn all it is to learn about it. Well guess thats it for now.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: masked_brown_guy on February 03, 2011, 02:31:50 pm
i am trying to become a work at home person, any tips?
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: Catorria20 on February 03, 2011, 02:40:50 pm
I completely understand in today world it"s hard to find a good standing job. I especially know that in order to have a better chance i life you have to have some type of degree. It's even hard for me and I'm the mother twin's. I have to depend upon my boyfriend to maintain bills in our household. I guess luckily for me I was able to find this amazing program to help out more.   :wave: :binkybaby:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: lbeery on February 03, 2011, 03:30:21 pm
Boy Glotramer, you sound just like you could be me.  Also 56 and not currently employed.  Hubby and I thought we could retire from cmmuting to work, relocate and sell our house and live off the money we had saved over 35 years of marriage.  Well, that plan didn't work, so, I am also doing surveys for a few bucks, trying to fiqure out how to make my crafts payoff - crocheting, rugmaking, quilitng, painting - considering medical transcribing or editing so I dn't have to move again/ The last move just about did me in.  Husband is working on cars and trucks but his back and knees and hips keep failing so think that may not work out and is costing a fortune!. 

Any would love find out how people make money from home.  No jobs in our area and especially not for folks my age - even though I am still young engough to do just about anything.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on February 04, 2011, 02:31:55 am
i am trying to become a work at home person, any tips?

There are actually several work at home options that are legit.  I have a friend working for one of them and she loves it. 

Try Alpine Access for one.  You can also go to Kim Komando's website and there is a list of good work at home sites.  If you need more definite info let me know and I'll look it up for you. 

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on February 04, 2011, 02:38:51 am
Wow I've had quite a few new people stop by to say hi and tell me a little about yourselves.  Glad to meet everyone and Jcribb you are a gem always stopping by and greeting everyone with that built in smile of yours.  I've had a couple of you ask about work at home jobs and there are actually some legit ones out there.  They don't pay much ...9-11 to start but when you consider no commuting costs, clothes for an office job...other factors you may very well make up the difference. 

I don't have time this morning to gather all of the information but Kim Komando has a nice listing of legit work at home websites.  I'll follow up on another day to see if there are any more questions being asked on the boards.  I do have a little inside knowledge about Alpine Access I can tell you. 

Have a wonderful day. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on February 06, 2011, 03:54:58 am
Hi Jcribb.  Yep school started and things are hectic as expected.  How are things in your world?  I know you live farther south than me but it appears you could have gotten some of this ice/snow mess too. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on February 06, 2011, 08:41:16 am
Hi Jcribb.  Yep school started and things are hectic as expected.  How are things in your world?  I know you live farther south than me but it appears you could have gotten some of this ice/snow mess too. 

Most of the ice/snow mess has mainly occurred just barely north of us.  However, we have gotten the rain that just made things an absolute muddy mess with our dirt roads.  It has been very cold, it just seems that it doesn't rain when it's in the twenties or lower thirties here. It waits until the temperature goes up to the upper 30's to rain!! We would love to see some snow, though.  We did last year.

Things are going pretty good.  I was down all last month with asthma/bronchitis flare-ups.  The drs. had me on antibiotics and steroids and kept me home about half that month.  I still don't have much energy and have to use my nebulizer and inhaler daily, but I have managed to go back to work.  Thank goodness, I only work 3 afternoons per week!!


I checked into the Alpine Access and it really looks interesting.  I have to really think if I can put that kind of effort into it, but it is done at home, which would be a big plus for me.  I'm just not sure how I would do with customers but there again, you never know until you try.  I'm also checking into the Kim Komando thing as well.  Thanks for the tips!

I really hope you do well with your schooling.  How long will it last before getting the actual job outside of the training?

Your blog has done really well with new people, as well as the regulars coming in and out!  I enjoy groups like these.  It adds to my day - I look forward to checking them out and making new "friends."  Take care, and we'll "see" you soon!   :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: Justmenotis on February 06, 2011, 09:02:31 am
I am 57 yrs old and unfortunately I will be working full time until I die.  I have worked my whole life but up until 1999, the only jobs I did were waiting tables. I made excellent money doing this.  The rule was to claim 10% tops  of your tips as income... So now those quarterly reports from Social Security show that I won't even have money to purchase a weeks worth of water if / when  I retire .... Since 1999  I have worked full time also, but I work in manufacturing, so my true income is on the books!  I do these sites because I do need the money.. I only wish I did have more time.. because I would love to volunteer to help.  I am one who does reach out the window to hand a homeless person a dollar or two.. I am not rich, but I pay it forward.  You never know ...
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on February 07, 2011, 02:06:09 am
Justmenotis...you'll be fine.  Reach out to the universe when you are in need and those things you have given will come back to you tenfold. 
Title: Jcribb
Post by: golotomer on February 08, 2011, 02:46:03 am
Yeah I think the Alpine is a good choice.  I was actually hired by them but at the time I was working another job 40 hours a week and couldn't commit to 20 (minimum) that they wanted because they operate on Pacific time and that made it too late at night for me to work.  If you like to sleep in and are a night owl it's great though.  It doesn't pay a lot at first but they do give raises.  Everyone I've talked to that works for them love their jobs.  I think you'd do fine.  You're smart and friendly and those are the two most important needs to fill with customer service type jobs.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on February 08, 2011, 06:51:46 am
 :cat:  Thank you for the compliment, golotomer.  I'm glad you made the point about the working hours being the Pacific time.  I am most definitely a night owl, so that's a big plus for me.  Also, I could handle the 20 to 25 hours (minimum.)  Would they give me the choice of the amount of hours I could do?  If so, that would be great for me.

Hope your week is going well, everyone!   :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on February 09, 2011, 02:04:37 am
Yes they do give you a choice of the hours you want to work.  You take them in increments of 1/2 hour blocks.  You have to commit to a minimum 20 hours a week but can work more if you choose. My grand-daughter lives in CA and she is going to check into them too.  Her husband is in the Marines and they only have one car so this is perfect for her.

Let me know what you find out. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on February 09, 2011, 07:46:49 am
 :cat:   Thanks, golotomer, I will!  I hope it works for your granddaughter! :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: Brittney030208 on February 09, 2011, 08:06:41 am
I am 21 and a mom to the greatest daughter. I am currently unemployed. My fiance works full time to support us while I take on the housework, daughter and out 4 fluffy children.

I am working on starting my own Fundraising business in Tennessee and will be going to college for my BS in Business management. I am looking forward to both and sometimes I find it hard to keep my head on straight when I think about it. :)

I do little things online, such as Fusion Cash, Inbox Dollars, Freebie-Trading & MyView to earn the extra cash I need for my business and for Christmas. (I like to save up so we're not short on Christmas money when it comes)

I plan on homeschooling my daughter and any other kids I might end up having ;)

I love meeting new friends. I am home all the time so I don't get to meet people around here. All of my friends live 2 hours away now so Facebook is my social life. I love to do crafts, my favorite is woodburning. I've done some pretty amazing ones too.

That's all I can think of right now, my mind is filling with other facts. lol. Talk to ya soon!
Title: Hi Britney
Post by: golotomer on February 10, 2011, 02:10:54 am
Wow it sounds like you have your head on straight to me!  Your plans sound wonderful.  Who is the cutie with you in the picture?  I wish you luck in your goals and stop by any time for a chat.  Thanks for letting us know where you earn some extra cash.  I had never heard of Freebie Trading but will check it out. 
Title: School has started
Post by: golotomer on February 11, 2011, 02:34:18 am
Well my medical assistant classes started last week and although I have posted daily on the forum in order to earn my $3.oo a month I haven't been posting much else.  I like school and the teachers but am struggling because the books are so heavy.  I have a wheeled tote which opens from the top (this only have trial and error) and makes it easier to get the books in and out of the opening and is easier on the spine of the books.  I think once I get more organized and know what each teacher expects it will get easier. 

The weather is still bitter cold here in NW PA but it is supposed to warm to 44 by Wednesday.  I'm so over winter and ready for spring.  It's been a really cold winter here. 

More later.  I have to run. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: tnworm on February 11, 2011, 02:57:08 am
i am 48 mother of 5 grandmother of five i work part time for fedex internation outbound. i like making money online, sometimes it is fustrating though. but i try to enjoy life i love to sing myself and i am raiseing red wigglers and doing some organic gardening!
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on February 11, 2011, 05:43:14 pm
 :cat:  I'm impressed with every one of you!  You are all working hard, have a family, or extended family, and/or grandchildren.  It helps me to see that I'm not the only one trying to make it with work the best I can, with my health issues.

I hope all of you have a wonderful weekend!!   :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on February 12, 2011, 06:40:33 am
i am 48 mother of 5 grandmother of five i work part time for fedex internation outbound. i like making money online, sometimes it is fustrating though. but i try to enjoy life i love to sing myself and i am raiseing red wigglers and doing some organic gardening!

Red wigglers being worms?  I've thought about that in the past.  Please tell me more.  Is it expensive to start and is it lucrative?  Where do you keep the brood?  I'm guessing you have to keep them some where warm.  Please provide details if time permits!  I'm always looking for new ways to earn. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: Mikena on February 12, 2011, 07:10:10 am
 :wave: Hello! It sounds like you have a full schedule. But I admire the fact that you find the time to raise red wigglers and an organic garden! Having 5 grand-children and also a job with Fed-Ex, I just don't see how you can find the extra time to squeeze all of that into your schedule. You must be great at organizing your time! Raising a organic garden is very time consuming but it is also a very rewarding hobby. I used to have a farm and raised all of my food and herbs that way. It is something that I miss alot since moving to the big city. I hope you have a BLESSED GROWING SEASON!!!!  ;D
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: TaintedLust on February 12, 2011, 08:46:53 am
I am 31 and am the mother of 1, a 14 month old girl. I'm a stay at home mom. My boyfriend and I  celebrate our 3 year anniversary July 31st. I too am the mom of a preemie. Even though she Is 14 months, you can still tell. She looks like a 10 month old.

I love to read and play games and watch movies. Just saw Tangled. My boyfriend downloaded It and put It Into a disc for my daughter.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on February 12, 2011, 10:44:44 am
I am 31 and am the mother of 1, a 14 month old girl. I'm a stay at home mom. My boyfriend and I  celebrate our 3 year anniversary July 31st. I too am the mom of a preemie. Even though she Is 14 months, you can still tell. She looks like a 10 month old.

I love to read and play games and watch movies. Just saw Tangled. My boyfriend downloaded It and put It Into a disc for my daughter.

Is she doing okay? If I remember right, she was a lot earlier than my second child (he was a month early.)  He had some problems for awhile, but eventually really achieved well.  He was so tiny for several years before finally adding some needed weight on.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: Brittney030208 on February 12, 2011, 07:05:44 pm
I am 31 and am the mother of 1, a 14 month old girl. I'm a stay at home mom. My boyfriend and I  celebrate our 3 year anniversary July 31st. I too am the mom of a preemie. Even though she Is 14 months, you can still tell. She looks like a 10 month old.

I love to read and play games and watch movies. Just saw Tangled. My boyfriend downloaded It and put It Into a disc for my daughter.

I am a stay at home mom also, my daughter is almost 11 months and she wasn't a preemie. I'm glad everything worked out for you and everyone else. BTW my daughter's middle name is Nicole also, ironic. lol.

Have a good day!
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on February 13, 2011, 05:00:57 am
:wave: Hello! It sounds like you have a full schedule. But I admire the fact that you find the time to raise red wigglers and an organic garden! Having 5 grand-children and also a job with Fed-Ex, I just don't see how you can find the extra time to squeeze all of that into your schedule. You must be great at organizing your time! Raising a organic garden is very time consuming but it is also a very rewarding hobby. I used to have a farm and raised all of my food and herbs that way. It is something that I miss alot since moving to the big city. I hope you have a BLESSED GROWING SEASON!!!!  ;D

Hello and welcome.  With 5 grand-children and a job I'm sure you are busy too.  City living has it's rewards and you can always container garden. 

Stop by and visit again. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on February 14, 2011, 02:40:37 am
I am 31 and am the mother of 1, a 14 month old girl. I'm a stay at home mom. My boyfriend and I  celebrate our 3 year anniversary July 31st. I too am the mom of a preemie. Even though she Is 14 months, you can still tell. She looks like a 10 month old.

I love to read and play games and watch movies. Just saw Tangled. My boyfriend downloaded It and put It Into a disc for my daughter.

Hi TaintedLust. 

We took our three year old grand-daughter to see Tangled and I swear we enjoyed it as much as she did.  Her eyes never left that screen and we even had to stay for the credits.  She loves the music and we recorded the songs for her and gave her a CD player for Christmas so she can sing with all of her Disney Princess music. 
Title: School
Post by: golotomer on February 19, 2011, 05:43:27 am
Well I started school three weeks ago for Medical Assistant and I think I'm finally starting to get into the swing of things.  Now that I'm older it's more of a challenge though.  For instance the books are terribly heavy, probably weighing 60 pound when I'm carrying them all.  I do have a wheeled tote but I drive a Blazer and lifting the tote up into the vehicle is hard for me.  Maybe I'll build muscle though.

Another thing is that my eyesight isn't what it used to be.  I have to wear cheaters to do some of the textbook reading and then when I take them off I see floaters swimming.  I'm hanging in though and hope it will get easier as I go along.  So far I'm making A's and B's. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on February 19, 2011, 10:17:47 pm
 :cat:  Keep up the great work, golotomer!  I admire you for achieving those grades!  It's just a shame the books are so heavy.  Be careful with that!  Hope you are having a super weekend! :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on February 20, 2011, 04:28:30 am
:cat:  Keep up the great work, golotomer!  I admire you for achieving those grades!  It's just a shame the books are so heavy.  Be careful with that!  Hope you are having a super weekend! :)

Thanks for the kind words.  What have you been up to jcribb?  Are you feeling better than you were?   I have a three day weekend.  It was good to finally get some housework done.  My honey is in Florida until after next weekend, (race car mechanic on the circuit), so I pretty much let things go so I could hit the books.  I feel  a little more caught up now though. 

I even started crocheting him a lapghan, with a little pocket to put his feet into.  It's in shade of green he likes...like the color of an old Jaquar.  ;) 

It's nice to have a little down time. 


TTYL,

Kat
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on February 20, 2011, 01:20:21 pm
 :cat:  Downtime is really nice, isn't it?  We have a four day weekend here - the schools had a furlough day Friday.  We did a lot of house cleaning catch up yesterday.  I hate doing it at the time, but it's so nice afterward. 

I'm doing okay.  I'm not coughing as much, just dealing with sinus headaches and extremely puffy eyes. I had my 5th round of Xolair shots Friday (for my asthma.) I really don't feel them helping yet, but we have one more round to go next month.  I sure hope they start showing improvement before then.  Because if they don't work, they aren't sure how to progress next with me.  I'm not too comfortable with that idea at all.

So your honey is a mechanic at the races!  That is only about 3 hours from where we live. Those guys really have to know their trade and know how to do it fast!  I'm always impressed with what they do. 

My hubby would love the lapghan. I may have to find one similar for next winter for him.  He was more cold natured this year than he has ever been.  He's been using one of those soft and fuzzy blankets and an electric blanket.

I hope your longer weekend gets you caught up, rested up, and ready to go again this week!  Talk to you, soon!


Julie  :)
Title: Dear Julie
Post by: golotomer on February 21, 2011, 07:27:57 am
Nice to be on a first name basis.  My real name is Kim.  Kat is my initials and my alternate persona.  If I would happen to marry my honey I would become a Kaw and that sounds a little crowish.  I was a Kar by my maiden name.  ;)   

Are you dealing with allergies Julie?  Do you know what the allergens are?  I totally understand the sinus headaches.  Me and my honey suffer from them too.  We give each other head massages to help relieve the pressure. 

I go to a massage therapist, when I can afford him, and he showed me what to do when I'm suffering.  Last year when I was in a bad way I went to him for muscle aches but he did treatment on my sinuses with a head and face massage.  For three afterward I felt worse and was cursing him but what he did actually started the flow out of my head and after the initial shock I felt soooooo much better.  Now I'm a believer in the treatment. 

Do you crochet?  This pattern I'm using is very simple.  I wanted something I could work on in my down time and not have to count stitches or pay a lot of attention to what I was doing.  I actually was working on it while listening to music and was walking, Leslie Sansone style, at the same time.  It's so cold outside I don't want to walk and this winter has been bad on my weight with not getting enough exercise.  Gravity isn't helping either.  ;)

My honey is a kart mechanic.  I know...that paints a picture of go karts at your local rental but it's not like that at all.  It's very competitive.  He coaches mostly teens that are coming in from other countries, sometimes they can't speak English and he doesn't do any language but English, although I'm thinking we both need to at least learn Spanish to get a leg up,  so they have to function on hand signals and a lot of head nods and facial expressions.  But...Formula 1 drivers and even Indy drivers do kart racing during the off season to stay in shape.  A kart is just a step down from a formula one racer so he gets to brush shoulders with some well knowns. .  They do pull g's in the turns. 

During the off season he works at a local racetrack and although he isn't getting rich at what he does, he loves it.  Racing, good rock music , his family and a few close friends are his life and he loves his job.  It's important that I'm able to accept and deal with his lifestyle and that he knows I'm okay with it. 

Yes I do feel more rested and got a lot of those little tidbits off of my task list this weekend.  My son came and spent a night and most of two days with me and helped me with a few things too and that was a blessing.  Plus I enjoyed his company and the alone time together.  We haven't had that in a while. 

Fill me in on your particulars a little more.  I really enjoy talking to you and hey...we make a little money doing it so that's a nice perk. 

Later...
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: girlswin2 on February 21, 2011, 08:42:53 am
I am a work at home  married lady that likes to spend time with my husband and family as much as possible.  I have a business in my home doing photo restoration, printing projects for artists, and I do a lot of printing for just about anything any body wants.  I do the small printing jobs the big printers don't want to fool with.  I have four different business I do for all the time.  I will try anything at least once that someone wants me to print.  I am working on seting up a free website for my business hope to have it up soon.  I have no kids not blessed with them.  I do have plenty of animals though horses, cats, and a wonderful husband of almost 16 years. I am very fortunate to be able to be home with my husband on a daily basis seeing how he almost died on me back in 2006 so every day is very special to me.  He is doing better now and we are starting to get to go out more and travel more.  We like to go to the mountains of Tennessee, and Florida.  We also like to garden growing veggies etc. 
 
I love to be on FC and writing reviews for products or services.  I love working on the computer seeing how thats what I do on a daily basis.  I do want to learn how to crochet right now I can only do the first long line can't seem to make it loop and come back for nothing.  lol..  :BangHead:  is how I feel with it.  But I will get it one day I hope.  Glad to have read about you and everyone else
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: Boise40 on February 21, 2011, 09:56:23 am
My name is Randall, I'm 24yrs old and I don't have any kids. I work part-time as a Courtesy Clerk and I wish I could go back to doing carpentry work of some kind. I don't have much hobbies anymore as I did when I was in high school. I just go to work and come home, thats my hobby LOL. I enjoy making money and saving it for nice things like my LG 42" tv. I enjoy being here and other sites because I like to watch the money add up over time. Anyways, thats about it :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on February 21, 2011, 09:00:11 pm
 :cat:

Hi girlswin2!  You have a very interesting job.  I wouldn't know how to restore photos and would be afraid of messing someone's precious photo up for good.  You sound multi-talented and very busy.  I do have a couple of things in common with you.  I write reviews for products and earn a little off of that.  And we have 3 cats and 1 dog.  One of the cats is my picture shown with the gray and white.  She's my kitty, named Gracie, and she does act like she's the queen of the others.  She's going on 15 years old in June.  We have plenty of farms surrounding us that have the horses (and cows.)  The horses are fun to watch, especially when they get frisky and want to run and play.

It's nice to meet you through FC and golotomer's blog.  Her blog has really taken off!!   :)

Hi, Randall!  Glad you are on here.  My oldest son's name is Randal. He was named after my grandfather, Randol.  I liked the spelling of the "al" better than the "ol." Is the dog in your picture yours? He's (or she?) very nice looking!
Maybe one day you'll be able to get back with carpentry work. Where we live, there are always people looking for ones like you that can fix something up or make something new, and earn a little extra doing it.  Good luck!! Keep up the great work!   :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on February 21, 2011, 09:28:13 pm
 :cat: 

It's nice getting to know you, too, Kim!!  Yes, unfortunately, I have allergies to just about everything in the air!  Pollens and molds are the tops.  My problem right now, is that my allergy cells are not working right to protect me from outside influences, so I'm always getting sinus infections and chronic bronchitis.  The specialists started me on Xolair (for Allergic Asthma) 5 months ago.  I receive 2 shots a month. The medicine is supposed to go in and grab up all the IGE's (that's what they call the allergens) and protect my allergy cells from them.  I just had my 5th round and so far not much response.  But they are optimistic that they should start kicking in soon.  If they don't, they are not sure what to do next. There are only a couple of us in their office that have this, so they've had to do research on it while they go.
One of the doctors will help back me up to try and go on disability if this continues with me.  I work part-time for 3 days and it totally wears me out.  They've got me on iron, vitamin D, and B12 shots.  We will see, I guess.

Enough of my health issue, I am interested in what you said about what the massage therapist can do with the head and face massage.  I wonder if something like that would help with my sinus headaches.  Thanks for the tip!  Maybe I can try that.

I do know how to crochet.  A friend and I took it up together years ago, along with her grandmother and my grandmother. I haven't done it, though, in several years, but hopefully will in the near future.  I also do counted cross-stitch.  I love doing it, but haven't as much since carpal tunnel set in my hands.  I've had surgery on the right hand and it's great now.  But my poor left hand hasn't had the surgery yet. It goes numb and aches too bad after just a few minutes.  I also play the guitar, but it, too, is limited because of the c.t.  But I still play it some in church and with my music students at school.  Just enough to get by and keep the practice up.

Your honey has a very interesting job.Thanks for filling in a little more on what he does. My hubby retired a couple of years ago from Bellsouth (now AT & T.) He now drives a school bus part-time and loves it. We moved also a couple of years ago to the country.  It's really different, slower, and friendlier than the big city I lived in my whole life. But I'm enjoying it now.  I still go to my doctors and specialists where we lived (2 hours away) so I can still keep up with family and friends down there.

Well, I guess I had better stop, now, before I "weary" you too much!!  I hope you have a great rest of the week!  Talk to you soon!!

Julie  :)
Title: Good morning
Post by: golotomer on February 22, 2011, 02:07:26 am
Well I hope the medicine does start kicking in soon for you. 

You certainly are one talented lady and possess many artistic skills.  Yes living in the country is a much slower pace.  I lived for 23 years in Indianapolis but recently returned to NW PA which is where I was born and raised.  I'm living in the country again too but only several miles from a decently sized city so still have access to all the stores, yet when I get home it's all birds and squirrels. 

We got another 6 or 7 inches of snow here last night.  There is a two hour delay for my school.  Nice as it will give me more time to study for my medical terminology test! 

Since you crochet you will probably understand that the lapghan I'm currently making is to chain the width you want and it's simply one sc, one dc, in the same stitch, chain 2, skip two spaces across for the first row, chain two at the end and turn and repeat the one sc, one dc in the same stitch across for row 2 and all other rows.  Nothing fancy. 

I was laying in bed last night thinking that I want to try to find a pattern, or create one, for one of those bed pockets...for lack of a better word...you know where a portion of it goes between the two mattreesses and has several pockets where you can put items such as a book, reading glasses, tissues that you want to keep by the bed.  We only have two tiny dressers there and they are full of lamp, plants, spare change and in my sweeties case kart parts.  :)


Well I'm off to exercise and study so will talk to you another time.  Take care and stay away from dust bunnies! 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: Boise40 on February 22, 2011, 03:30:10 am
:cat:

Hi girlswin2!  You have a very interesting job.  I wouldn't know how to restore photos and would be afraid of messing someone's precious photo up for good.  You sound multi-talented and very busy.  I do have a couple of things in common with you.  I write reviews for products and earn a little off of that.  And we have 3 cats and 1 dog.  One of the cats is my picture shown with the gray and white.  She's my kitty, named Gracie, and she does act like she's the queen of the others.  She's going on 15 years old in June.  We have plenty of farms surrounding us that have the horses (and cows.)  The horses are fun to watch, especially when they get frisky and want to run and play.

It's nice to meet you through FC and golotomer's blog.  Her blog has really taken off!!   :)

Hi, Randall!  Glad you are on here.  My oldest son's name is Randal. He was named after my grandfather, Randol.  I liked the spelling of the "al" better than the "ol." Is the dog in your picture yours? He's (or she?) very nice looking!
Maybe one day you'll be able to get back with carpentry work. Where we live, there are always people looking for ones like you that can fix something up or make something new, and earn a little extra doing it.  Good luck!! Keep up the great work!   :)

Nope, the dog don't belong to me and its actually a wolf. I wish I could have a wolf as a pet but, I don't think it will be too friendly LOL. My name on my birth certificate is actually spelled as Randell but, I changed it to Randall when I was in middle school.
Title: Wolf
Post by: golotomer on February 23, 2011, 02:03:51 am
Hi Randell,

I once raised a Canadian short tailed wolf that everyone thought was just a dog.  He wasn't as big as what most people think a wolf will be.  He was great with my kids who were pretty little at the time.  I think with the pack mentality he realized they were little and protected them.  There was three generations of his line in captivity so most of the wild streak was out of him except for when a small animal would dart then look out...

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: tigerlilly01 on February 23, 2011, 04:09:08 am
Sorry to hear that tigerlilly.  There are some work at home jobs you could check into.  Alpine Access is one.  Go to Kim Komandos website and search for work at home.  It will bring up a link.  I for one know that Alpine Access is for real.  I have a friend that works for them and I was actually hired by them at one time but fell inactive in their rosters because I couldn't commit to more than 20 hours of week at that time.  Long story.  Good luck though and if you need more information feel free to ask. 

Thank you for the advice ... after reading my post  :)  I see that I appeared to have a stuttering problem .... actually it is my back.  I finished physical therapy and it did help me but left me without flexability.  I  am trying to work on that now but can't push because if I do the back problems starts up again!  I am going to check into those websites today.  THANKS!!!! :heart: :peace:
Title: Message to Tigerlilly
Post by: golotomer on February 24, 2011, 02:09:55 am
I totally sympathize with and understand the back problems.  I had a slipped disc and bulge and was unable to walk for 3 weeks, wheel chair bound.  I graduated to a cane and eventually slow walking over a period of weeks/months.  Underwent 2 epidurals and physical therapy along with chiropractic care.  I still have some numbness in my right leg and it's been over 3 years now. 

I am doing stretching exercises, gentle, but they feel so good.  I'm also lifting small hand weights and putting on music and just dancing...not quite Zumba but close and it seems to be helping to strengthen me a bit. 

I hope you are feeling better and can exercise or at least stretch.  It will make you feel so much better if you are able. 

Keep me posted on the work at home information and let me know if I can help in any way. 
Title: Joke for today
Post by: golotomer on February 25, 2011, 01:57:16 am
What do you call a fish with no eye? 

Fsh
Title: Re: Joke for today
Post by: jcribb16 on February 25, 2011, 08:44:01 am
What do you call a fish with no eye? 

Fsh


Good one, lol!!!
Title: And how about some inspiration
Post by: golotomer on February 27, 2011, 03:53:50 am
Blessed In Aging
~Esther Mary Walker
Blessed are they who understand
My faltering step and shaking hand
Blessed, who know my ears today
Must strain to hear the things they say.
Blessed are those who seem to know
My eyes are dim and my mind is slow
Blessed are those who look away
When I spilled tea that weary day.
Blessed are they who, with cheery smile
Stopped to chat for a little while
Blessed are they who know the way
To bring back memories of yesterday.
Blessed are those who never say
“You’ve told that story twice today”
Blessed are they who make it known
That I am loved, respected and not alone.
And blessed are they who will ease the days
Of my journey home, in loving ways

This poem, as read by Mary Maxwell in the video

“A Reminder That Laughter is the Best Medicine.”
View the video online at CaregiverStress.com
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on February 27, 2011, 05:31:00 pm
 :cat:  That is a beautiful poem!  Hope this week is very productive for you.  These weekends fly by too fast!  We had our 2 granddaughters (ages 6 and 2) for the weekend.   I also got to spend some sweet, quality time with our son (their daddy), too.  He's in the Navy and got to fly in for a few days.  He flew back out tonight. Tonight the house is awfully quiet - I miss them already!   :(   
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jnjmolly on February 28, 2011, 12:46:14 am
This is a very nice blog that you have created golotomer!! Its nice that you took time to tell us about yourself and you seem to have nice things to say to others!! Good job!!
Title: another message
Post by: golotomer on February 28, 2011, 01:47:59 am
Welcome jnjmolly.  I'm glad you liked the poem.  I try to say nice things to and about people.  All you need is love...love is all you need is on a plaque above my fireplace and I try to live up to that positive statement (John Lennon).  Stop by and visit again. 

Jcribb..I'm so glad you got to see your son and grandchildren.  I know it gets lonely between visits.  Aren't we lucky to have the computer though to keep in touch...unlike what we had with our grandparents. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: vangabhargavi on February 28, 2011, 09:07:09 am
That sounds cool. I am presently in studying stage. Hope to grow up as good manager. I like playing piano and reading books. I have many friends and chat for very long time over my PC or phone. One of the bad habits :(
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: bretay on February 28, 2011, 06:24:27 pm
I love to knit and crochet also.My granddaughters usually give me ideas on whats they want.My sister crochets and my granddaughters are trying to crochet.They are wanting to learn to knit.
Title: Paid to post in the forum - my bad experience
Post by: golotomer on March 01, 2011, 03:07:52 am
First off welcome to bretay and vangahargavi!   Glad you stopped by and hope to hear from you again. 

Dilemma friends... There are only 28 days in February and I did post daily and even did a double post in one day.   :thumbsup:  but...I only got 29 posts in for this month so lost out on the 3.00!  I'm thinking about giving this up afterall.  I could have crocheted a scarf and sold it for more than I've earned on here this entire month and the time factor would have been the same.  Getting discouraged.  :sad1: :dontknow: :crybaby2:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on March 01, 2011, 09:26:52 am
 :cat: Oh, please don't get too discouraged.  Maybe you could ask Admin about it considering the 2 to 3 days knocked off of February.  I do enjoy chatting with you and others on here.  You've made a great thread here and I would hate to see it vanish on off...

I usually post in a couple of debate and discuss threads, so that helps me.  But when I'm running short, I like to check the off topic threads and enjoy discussing weather, hobbies, give happy birthday wishes, etc.  I bookmark them and check them periodically.  Also, there is another thread similar to yours called Florezittia's Chat Room.  There are several regulars and newbies who pop in and out.  They may just say hi and have a great day, or respond to someone getting married, having a baby, grieving over the loss of someone, encouraging someone, and wishing someone get well wishes.  Maybe this will help out a little.  I realize, too, that time is of an essence to you and wouldn't want to tie you up, but maybe give a try and see what happens.  I understand totally, though.  Usually, Tuesday through Thursday, I'm not able to get on as much because of my job, but I'll try and peek in to see what's going on.  I'm glad I did today.

Hope you are having a productive and great week.  Talk to you soon!  :)

Welcome to bretay and vangahargavi!!  This is a wonderful thread to meet new people!  Hope you enjoy FC, as well! :)

Title: talking to admin
Post by: golotomer on March 02, 2011, 02:35:52 am
Jcribb..I will send a note to admin and ask but I had asked them about another situation for the score on a game and never got a response or the piddly 50 cents I should have earned for that either.  Admittedly too I have a traumatic situation going on in my life right now that I need to focus on and spending a lot of time on here for pennies just isn't a priority any more.  It's more of a fill in my time thing for now. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: sarabtrayior on March 02, 2011, 05:53:32 am
I didn't think FusionCash was a blog... is it??? I'm a 49 year old who is disabled and I currently have double vision (I close one eye) and keep busy however I can... :thumbsup:
Title: Re: talking to admin
Post by: jcribb16 on March 02, 2011, 07:59:39 am
Jcribb..I will send a note to admin and ask but I had asked them about another situation for the score on a game and never got a response or the piddly 50 cents I should have earned for that either.  Admittedly too I have a traumatic situation going on in my life right now that I need to focus on and spending a lot of time on here for pennies just isn't a priority any more.  It's more of a fill in my time thing for now. 

I'm so sorry about your situation going on.  That is always hard, especially when you are already so busy trying to take classes and basically switch careers.  I can pray for you (I just stopped and did pray for your situation.)  I wish I could do more.  I hope things truly work out for you.  I would miss you and your blog - you are the main thread that I really enjoy and feel a part of.  (I do visit Florezittia's thread sometimes, just not near as often.)  Please keep me posted. Hope you have a very good day and a better week!!  :)
Title: FC blog - sarabtraylor
Post by: golotomer on March 03, 2011, 03:50:44 am
I didn't think FusionCash was a blog... is it??? I'm a 49 year old who is disabled and I currently have double vision (I close one eye) and keep busy however I can... :thumbsup:

Hi, 

Fusion Cash isn't a blog per se but I created my own blog page to have a consistent place to post in order to earn the 3 dollars a month for posting in the forum and to create a little network of friends that frequent FC.  What is causing your double vision?  Can it be corrected?  I know that must be a real problem to deal with on a daily basis.  How long have you been having this problem.  Saying a little prayer for your healing. 

Title: Top of the morning to you
Post by: golotomer on March 04, 2011, 05:58:54 am
Hi to whoever may read this.  I hope your day is going well. 

Most of the shadows of this life are caused by our standing in our own sunshine.
Ralph Waldo Emerson

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on March 04, 2011, 12:03:05 pm
Thank you, Kat, I hope your day is going well, too.  Mine is in the valley today. Just a lot going on.  Hope school is going well.  Talk to you later.
Title: Saying a prayer for you too Jcribb
Post by: golotomer on March 05, 2011, 03:11:07 am
Took a minute to pray for you.  Are you dealing with your allergies again?  For myself I can only pray for peace and a sense of direction.  I've dealt with many things in my many years on earth, we all deal with various problems, annoyances, aches and pains, but this one is really quite large and it makes it worse when it's not something you can make common knowledge or talk about.  So...thanks for your prayers.  Sometimes it's so hard to hear God's voice telling you which choices to make and that, right now, is truly what I need.  If I could just lay the fleece before Him. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on March 05, 2011, 02:40:02 pm
I do know what you mean about laying the fleece before Him.  I will pray for you daily.  I hope you get a solid answer soon.  Mine is a combination of several things going on at this point. Dealing with my allergies is one of them.  I went to the doctor yesterday.  It seems as if the Xolair shots may be starting to kick in now. She said my lungs sounded better than they have in a long time.  That's a big plus!  I'm still dealing with the upper respiratory problems, but at least things may be improving from the inside out.

My daughter (she's 23) is very sick and they can't figure it out yet.  She had some more labwork and tests yesterday and passed out while there.  She's been passing out frequently, throwing up 2 or 3 times a day, and has extreme dizziness. She's been getting worse lately.  They don't want to confirm yet until the results are in, but he's thinking possibly bacteria in the stomach.  We'll find out Monday.
There's a couple of other things, but like you, they can't become public knowledge. 

Thank you for your prayers, too.  Hope you are having a relaxed weekend.  Hang in there, yourself.  :)
Title: Prayers
Post by: golotomer on March 06, 2011, 04:37:10 am
Jcribb...prayers today for both you and your daughter.  I don't know how you go about your bible readings but I did lay the fleece before the Lord and was totally amazed at how the answer came to me through prayer and reading.  Two days in a row now the answer came immediately after prayer and directly through the Word.  Even someone who is a self confessed atheist admitted that my answers were clear.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on March 06, 2011, 09:41:37 am
That is neat when that happens, isn't it!  I'm very glad for you.  You know it's something mighty in itself when an atheist even acknowledges it!!  That could be a real testimony! :)
Title: Hearing the voice
Post by: golotomer on March 07, 2011, 02:56:49 am
Yeah it was pretty hard to deny that what I was being lead to read was through divine intervention.  First HE dealt with my faith through the years, on again off again..heated at times, lukewarm at others and of course the route of the agnostic.  He restored my faith through the scripture.  Then he dealt with the situation at hand by answering a direct question.  It was so very clear and the weird thing is that the decision I made was one that not many people would have made, Christian in faith or not, given the situation, and one that many people would not think God would lead you to make.   However, his divine love, total acceptance of human failures and forgiving grace is what was leading the way. 

Prayers for you and your daughter again today.  Keep me posted. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on March 08, 2011, 07:18:17 pm
Hi Kat!  Hope all is going well for you.  Thank you so much for your continued prayers for Veronica (my daughter.)  We spent all day at ER yesterday.  She was severly dehydrated, has a UTI, white blood count is too high, heart rate was 148 (from the dehydration), and she has a kidney stone 9 mm in size.  Needless to say, she's on several meds to get her well.  She's on a liquid diet for 2 days. Afterwards, she'll followup with the urologist about the kidney stone.

Hopefully she'll get straightened out and feel better again.  Again, thank you for your prayers - I am very grateful.  I am so glad your situation/choice was confirmed by God as to what you should do.  I hope that works out for you.

Have a super week!  :)
Title: Your daughter
Post by: golotomer on March 09, 2011, 03:19:04 am
Good morning.  Well at least now you know what is wrong with your daughter and can begin the battle toward recovery.  It's the "not knowing" that is hard to deal with. 

I think I saw that you are now following me on Twitter.  I don't twitter that much to be honest but glad you're connected there too.  Are you on Facebook by any chance.  That seems to be where I do the most interacting.  The last name is talboo if you decide to hook up with me on there.  Once we make a connection on there, if we do, we can exchange real email addresses and so on. 

I'm a little skeptical posting real information about myself on this board but will only accept friend requests from people I recognize so not too concerned about any lurkers from this board finding me.  lol. 

Hope to talk to you more another time.  Have a great day!
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on March 09, 2011, 08:36:04 am
I just recently signed up for Twitter.  I noticed we have to have 5 followers, so I did find your name and "followed" you.  I am on FB more, so I will look you up!  Have a nice day!  Talk to you soon!  :)   :cat:
Title: Facebook and other stuff
Post by: golotomer on March 10, 2011, 02:25:24 am
Hi Jcribb.  Glad to have connected on FB.  It's always nice putting a face to someone you are interacting with.  I keep in touch with many of the people I used to work with at my old job (the one I got laid off from) and also friends and family.  Other than school I can go days without actually seeing anyone and FB makes it easier for me to feel connected.  My kids, grandkids are also on there and I can follow their posts and see their most recent pictures and adventures.  It's great. 

How is your daughter doing? 

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on March 10, 2011, 04:09:33 pm
 :cat:    Thank you for asking about my daughter.  She had a follow-up visit today.  She almost passed out in the waiting room - it was taking a long time and since she has only been sitting or standing a little she got clammy and faint.  She's still running fever, but the nausea is better.  Her heart rate is still a little fast.  She's on a jello, gatorade, soup, cranberry, and popsicle diet now.  He's keeping her out of work another week and will decide then whether to let her go back.  It's just going to be a slow recovery for her with the UTI.  They will do something about the kidney stone after the UTI is straightened. (Unless she has bad pain.)

I really enjoy FB, too.  My family and friends are on there.  I agree with you that it's easier to "see" them on there when going for days or even weeks without actually seeing them.  I'm glad we connected, also!

Hope you've gotten settled in a routine with your schooling now.  You seem to like this much better than the job over the Christmas holidays!  Take care! Talk to you soon!  :)
Title: Today's missive
Post by: golotomer on March 11, 2011, 02:38:40 am
Your poor daughter!  She is really going through it.  Prayers for quick recovery. 

My heart goes out to all the people in the earthquake this morning.  I'm just now getting up and haven't seen a lot of the news coverage but with an 8.9 it has to be really bad! 

We got another 5 inches of snow this morning and more on the way.  I'm thinking at least a two hour delay for school and maybe even a cancellation. 

Yes I have gotten into a routine at school and know what to expect from each of the teachers and their unique ways of testing.  Once you know what their tests consist of you can figure out how to study.  I am friends with a couple of other younger girls who take their studies as seriously as I do so we help each other out and create study guides.  It's a good mix.  I'm at least 20 years plus their senior but it's a good match personality-wise.  All of the younger kids hang out and interact with me at school which surprises me but we have fun. 

Hope you are feeling better too.  Talk more later. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on March 11, 2011, 12:34:46 pm
 :cat:

Thanks for the prayers.  Yes, I feel horrible for Japan with the earthquake/tsunami.  They have really suffered.  My prayers are with them and their friends/families.  I noticed that they have mentioned alerts for tsunamis to Hawaii and California.  I sure hope things will calm down fast.

I'm glad you have a study group with some nice people.  I hope you will do really well with your schooling.

My daughter is feeling a little better today -- enough to get up and sit up a little more.  I'm doing okay.  By being home with her this week, it has given me another week to rest myself when she's resting.

Talk to you soon!

Julie  :)
Title: Good morning
Post by: golotomer on March 12, 2011, 02:03:15 am
I'm glad your daughter if feeling some better and that in the process you had a chance to rest a bit.  Down time is important. 

I have two tests to study for this weekend and my BF is leaving Sunday night and will be gone for three weeks this time.  I will miss him, of course, but with all the studying I do I feel as though I'm neglecting him most of the time anyhow.  I'm hoping things will slow down a bit for the next semester and during the summer months.  I will be at the track with him most weekends for the races but I should be able to sit in the sun and study while he is working on the karts so we can be together in a way.  I used to sit and knit anyhow so the only difference will be the books in my lap instead of needles and yarn.  lol. 

I think the snow has finally stopped but it left about 6 inches on the ground.  It is so heavy the trees are losing lots of limbs.  I'm looking forward to some nice warm days so I can do some clean up and start planting. 

Well have to go crack the books so will talk to you later.  Have a great weekend. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on March 12, 2011, 07:53:31 am
 :cat:

You remind me of the days my kids were in outdoor sports.  I always had my college books with me, studying.  I got more studying done at the practices because I didn't have to give my all to cheering them like the real games, lol. 

I know you may not be on this weekend as much with two tests to study for, but in case you do, I hope you have a great weekend with your BF before he leaves! 

Julie  :)
Title: Sunday's missive
Post by: golotomer on March 13, 2011, 04:50:52 am
Isn't if funny that we still talk on here more than on FB?  It gives me a central location to hit so I can post on the forum and I try to do my daily in the least amount of time so I can move on to other daily tasks. 

You are right though, I have studied pretty much all weekend except for doing some housework and we did watch a movie last night.  I fell to sleep a couple of times through the movie but still managed to follow along and know what it was about. 

The one thing I miss about going to school is that I don't have as much time to crochet.  I usually make most of my Christmas gifts and this year is going to be slim because I usually work on things all year round. 

Glad your daughter is feeling some better.  Do you go back to work tomorrow? 

TTYL,

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on March 13, 2011, 08:16:43 am
 :cat:

I actually work Tuesdays - Thursdays.  I will probably try and go back Tues.  She is able to look out for herself now with her not passing out whenever.  I was worried leaving her until that got under control.  She goes for another follow-up on Thursday so we tried to get the appt. before my work. 

You may be able to find a day or an evening to fit your crocheting in - you might surprise yourself with an open window of time.  Maybe on FB you could even post a couple of pictures of things you've made - I would love to see them!!!

Keep up the good work and have a productive but great week!  Talk to you soon!

Julie  :)
Title: crocheted things
Post by: golotomer on March 14, 2011, 02:24:56 am
I did get a little crocheting in over the weekend.  ;)  I have posted some of the things I've crocheted on FB in the past along with pictures.  You'd have to go through the older posts to see them.  I have another website that I post on too but haven't done anything on there for a while either, due to time constraits.  That address is mindtreasury.blogspot.com. 

Have to run this morning so I can study some more before my test.  TTYL. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on March 14, 2011, 08:56:23 am
 :cat:  I checked out your site and followed it.  It's a neat place to wander through.  Your curtains are lovely - very flattering.  And the little hats are quite charming.  I would love one for mine but she probably wouldn't let me put it on her!!  I'll check out FB for the rest.  "See" ya later!!  :)
Title: Crocheted things
Post by: golotomer on March 15, 2011, 02:17:12 am
Wow you really did go through a lot of posts on FB to get to the site with the curtains.  :)  I have to make a website for a project at school so I will probably just pull a lot of material from the site over to make it easier.  I'll probably use the pictures of the sock monkies and Kermit wearing their crocheted hats.  My cousin is a photographer and she is the one that did the pictures of her cat with the hats on and photoshopped Yukki in Paris.  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on March 15, 2011, 05:36:05 pm
I enjoyed browsing through your pictures.  You and your cousin are both very talented.  Those are great pictures of her and Yukki.  At first I thought Yukki was yours. Yukki is a wonderful sport and appears to really enjoying posing for the pics.  Your doggie is precious.  Life is a lot more complete with our pets!!! 

My daughter is not holding all her soft foods down.  I told her we are going to the dr. tomorrow instead of Thurs.  I just wonder is something deeper is going on besides the UTI (and the kidney stone.)

I know you are busy studying - hope all is going well in that respect.  Have a great rest of the week.

Julie  :)
Title: Your daughter
Post by: golotomer on March 16, 2011, 02:22:58 am
Judy,


Yes it sure sounds like there is something more going on with your daughter.  I would have thought enough time had elapsed for her other problem to be under control and her to be feeling better.  Keep after those doctors and make them figure this out.  Prayers.   

Keep me posted. 

Kim

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on March 17, 2011, 02:04:24 pm
 :cat:   Happy St. Patrick's Day to all of you!  :)

Kim,

I took my daughter in today.  They sent her for more labwork to see if there is bacteria in the stomach.  They are going to also set her up for (sounds like): Hide-a-scan (I know that's not the right spelling,etc.) to use the radioactive dye to check her gallbladder for blockage/problems.  After that, she's going to have the kidney stone crushed.  It causing some bleeding and some pain in her side.  Hopefully they will get her fixed up like new soon (for her sake.)

I saw you in Florezitta's thread today!  There are some really nice people in there.

Hope your school is getting a little easier for you now.  How did you do on your two tests?  I know you're busy - talk with you later!!

Julie  :)
Title: today
Post by: golotomer on March 18, 2011, 02:42:38 am
I had three tests in three days.  I got an A in Medical Terminolgy, a B in Clinical and I don't have the results of my math test yet.  I think things will start to get easier now.  I have finally figured out the best methods for using the books and a way to make study guides for each subject that really helps.  Math is going to move into accounting and check book balancing so that is an area I'm familiar with.  Computer class I currently have 105 percent because of extra credits.  I think I'll be okay at least for the rest of this semester.  Second semester is light too so that will alleviate some of the work during the summer but third semester looks killer!  Law and Ethics, Anatomy come into play along with the rest of the stuff in Med Term and Clincials like blood draws and injections. 

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on March 18, 2011, 12:12:40 pm
Goodness, you have some heavy classes to take.  I wish you the best!  I took medical transcription several years ago.  It was hard, but I really did enjoy learning the medical terms/definitions.  I do okay in that kind of area.  Law and ethics sounds pretty involved, but interesting. My daughter has been taking correspondence classes for medical and billing specialist, and has taken a break from it because of what's going on with her right now.  I'd like to see her finish. 
Title: transcription
Post by: golotomer on March 19, 2011, 03:14:00 am
Did you ever work at the medical coding and transcription?  It will be part of my training too.  That is what I really wanted to go to school for but I'm on TRA funding (my job was outsourced to another country) and they wouldn't approve that training.  They said the field is too saturated.  I know that the medical assistant jobs don't pay much and if I had gone for LPN I'd make more money and wouldn't have had to go to school 18 months (they only train for 12 months) but I couldn't get approval for that either.  Crazy how they figure things. 

I guess the best way for me to make money will be to do the phlebotomy but then again maybe I could still get my foot in the door with the medical billing and transcription.  That's my hope. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on March 19, 2011, 10:31:40 am
No, I didn't actually get a job doing it - like you said it was saturated back then.  My biggest reason, however, is that I got very sick during that time - doing way too much, not listening to the doctor, and then by the time I did listen (because she told me that if I wanted to enjoy my precious family the next year that I had better listen) I got sick and had to take a year off from almost everything. I taught Elementary Music (24 classes a week), Jr. High Chorus, Sr. High Chorus, and in the church end of it, was over the Children's Choirs and Youth Choir.  That's when the asthma/bronchitis/anemia/fatigue all set in and took over.  It was awful.  I'm better now, after all this time, but it took a toll on my health - I've not been the same since and carry a "medicine bag" around. I'm under my primary, my asthma/allergy specialist, and my pulmonologist, and between them I am still going through tests, shots, meds, and strict instructions about what I can and can't do.  I'm paying for not listening the first time to my doctor. :(

Anyway (sorry so lengthy), after everything happened, I wasn't up on my terms, and new changes with things with the transcription, and never picked back up on it.  I still have my big medical book, class books, etc. I'm still interested, though, and since meeting you, it's made me want to at least see what's changed with it.

It's strange, yes, how they figure their funding, etc.  At least everything you are taking, could get your foot in the door for possible work later with the medical billing and transcription. I just hope my daughter will keep plodding on while she's able and maybe get her foot in the door.  I told her about you and what you are doing in this area.
Title: stuff for today :)
Post by: golotomer on March 20, 2011, 07:24:41 pm
Judy,

Glad to hear that you are better now than you were.  You sure led/lead a busy life too. 

I have to start taking better care of myself too.  I've had a bunch of trauma in my life lately and it's really taking a toll on me.  I have to get back on course and set new goals and heal.  I'm going to start attending church again and submerse myself in the word of God again too and get back in touch with my spirtual side.  I have to. 

Title: Rain rain
Post by: golotomer on March 21, 2011, 02:05:53 am
rain rain go away.  I'm ready for some spring and sunshine. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on March 21, 2011, 10:51:14 am
It's been like spring weather here.  Last week was in the 80s, which is starting to get a little warm for me already.  This week is in the 70s.  It's really nice with the breeze blowing in through the windows.

I will add you to my prayer journal and pray for you regarding your health issues and schooling.  That way I can pray for you with your specific needs or issues.  I'm really sorry to hear of trauma going on - it's not easy.  It's even harder when you have so much on your plate already.  I hope things ease up and settle out for you.

My daughter is having her kidney stone crushed this Wed.  We went to the hospital today and had her pre-op done. 

Hope the rain goes away and our kind of weather heads your way!!  Have a great week!

Julie   :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: BabyMamaBoutique on March 21, 2011, 11:02:23 am
I am 28 years old, married with children (ages 5 and 7). I have been married for ten years and would love to travel to Italy.  I have an English degree and will start teaching next year when my youngest goes to kindergarten.  I currently stay home with the five year old while the oldest is in school. My husband works twelve hour shifts with an energy company.  I have lots of free time so I like to go shopping, go on walks with my kids, read, and relax on the couch with a good book and glass of wine when my husband is at work and the kids are asleep. I love having my own time and doing things alone, but love going out with friends as well.  I also love making hair bows and sewing.  I prefer baking over cooking. This works out bc my husband's dream is to become a chef.  He actually cooks for the guys at work when he's working night shifts and holidays.  So they love him!  So do I. That about sums it up!
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on March 21, 2011, 09:20:54 pm
Hi BabyMamaBoutique!  It's nice to meet you in FC.  Golotomer has a really nice thread going on in here.  I was able to stay home with my 3 children while they were very small, too.  I loved it.  I started teaching Preschool when my youngest was 3, just 3 days a week.  I was still attending college, too. I taught elementary grades 2 and 3 for a few years. Then I've taught elementary music, and jr./sr. high choruses.  It's always nice to meet  another teacher!  You have a very nice family and I'm glad you can spend time with your youngest before both of you go to "school."  :)
Title: greetings
Post by: golotomer on March 22, 2011, 02:33:20 am
Greetings to BabyMamaBoutique.  It's great that you have been able to stay at home with your kids.  The formative years are very important. 

Judy thanks for the prayers, I sure do need them, and I'll return prayers for your daughter.  Are they crushing the stones with laser? 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on March 22, 2011, 05:34:47 am
Yes, he is trying to crush it with laser.  He did say that because it is as big as it is, that it may take a couple of extra shocks to get it to crush down.  Thanks very much for the prayers.

Julie  :)    :cat:

Title: Keep me posted
Post by: golotomer on March 23, 2011, 01:58:17 am
Keep me posted on your daughter Judy.  I have a hectic schedule for a while so just know that even if I don't touch base my thoughts are with you.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on March 23, 2011, 06:02:10 pm
My daughter had her kidney stone surgery today.  She did good and didn't feel too much pain afterwards for awhile.  Then tonight, the pain set in.  He gave her something to take for pain, and I'm glad because I hate to see her experience that kind of pain.  Hopefully tomorrow will be better.

I know you are busy - so if I don't hear from you but every few days, I totally understand.  Hope your studies are going well. Good luck on your tests.  Maybe I will "see" you on Facebook.  Talk to you later!

Julie  :)    :cat:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: fgordon2011 on March 23, 2011, 06:06:21 pm
Good for you, that's what I call living.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: Jazzzy231414 on March 23, 2011, 07:09:05 pm
Hi, I'm 53 and currently on short term disability from my job. My husband is unemployed and we are having a very hard time making ends meet. I seen the reply about working from home web sites,I'm going to check them out Thanks !!
Title: Jazzy and Jcribb
Post by: golotomer on March 25, 2011, 03:16:59 am
Good morning all. 

Jazzy I wish you the best of luck.  Let me know how you make out. 

Judy.  Why is she experiencing so much pain?  Is that expected?  Let me know how she makes out. 

TGIF.  I have one two tests today, have to give blood, have to assist others signing in to give blood then home for the weekend to do more homework, clean and pack.  I'm moving soon and not looking forward to that mess. 

Later. 
Title: Good morning
Post by: golotomer on March 26, 2011, 05:50:14 am
Only 19 degrees here this morning.  Hoping it warms up and spring finally arrives soon! 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on March 26, 2011, 07:54:26 am
 It's already 61* here and only 10:45 a.m.  It's supposed to creep up close to 87* today.  It's getting too warm too quick for me.   

My daughter is doing much better from the pain after kidney stone surgery.  Yesterday she had her gallbladder test done.  Now we are just waiting for the results.

Hope your schooling/tests are going well.  As for your moving, that's not fun at all.  It's not like you have all the time in the world to get it done - it's almost like school has to come first until you are done.  Have a nice weekend and try not to work too hard.        :)

Jazzzy, hang in there.  I'm glad you have the short term disability in place. Even though it doesn't really make it any easier with finances. Hope you feel up to par soon. Is hubby able to get on unemployment?  I guess that would help a little.  It's hard in today's time when both are not working or able to work.  Have a nice weekend!    :)
Title: jcribb
Post by: golotomer on March 27, 2011, 03:15:19 am
J...glad to hear your daughter is feeling better.  When do they expect the tests to be back?  Poor kid needs a break from all of the illness and sure mom does too.

Enjoy your day...
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on March 27, 2011, 11:18:20 am
She's doing as well as to be expected - still passing grains/pieces.  We find out the gallbladder results this Tuesday.  Thank you for keeping up with her - that is very thoughtful of you!  Have a nice day!  :)
Title: keeping up
Post by: golotomer on March 28, 2011, 02:19:46 am
Well keep me posted.  Saying a prayer for her and will keep you on my mind. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: bretay on March 28, 2011, 10:43:47 am
I am 49,2 daughters,2 granddaughters.I have been married 34 years.I quit work in 2001 to keep my granddaughters.Both are in school now,so I'm looking to make alittle extra money on computer.Homework with the girls in the afternoon.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: debrar on March 28, 2011, 11:23:11 am
I am a 53 year-old mother and grandmother. I have eight children 5 girls and 3 boys. I have 7 grand children 5 girls and 2 boys. I am an nurse LVN for the last 33 years. I just injured my back after all these years 4 years ago. Now I am going to college online, I first became a Medical Transcriber and now I am getting my Associate Degree in Health Information Management. I try to make some cash online doing PTC, transcribing reports, virtual assistance, blogging, Fusion Cash and tweeting.

I don't do this full time I feel I could make some great cash if I did it full time, I don't even do this part time. I should get busy and make more. I have tried to get jobs being a Unit Secretary but they say I am overqualified. I am not able to do bed side nursing so I am changing a shift to my medical profession.  I love to crochet, sew, read and walk.  :peace:
Title: welcome
Post by: golotomer on March 29, 2011, 01:52:46 am
Welcome to my blog pages debrar and bretay.  It sounds like we all have quite a bit in common.  It's funny how these pages are bringing together some friends.  Judy and I have actually connected on facebook and I know that I look forward to the daily posts while earning a little extra cash...and don't we all need both...friends and cash!   :thumbsup:

Stop by often and say hello. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on March 29, 2011, 03:32:21 pm
 :cat:  Hi bretay and debrar!  I also enjoy meeting new friends through FC.  This thread of Kim's is a great one for getting to know one another.  She's right about looking forward to seeing what's been written or who else has come in while, at the same time, earning a little cash.  It's nice to "meet" you both!

Hi Kim.  Hope you are juggling things okay right now.  My daughter is going to meet with a specialist now about whether or not they wil remove her gallbladder.  There are no gallstones, thank goodness, but it's not working right - It's only working at a 30% level instead of 40%.  They still will check a couple of other things to rule out before deciding.  She's still on the nausea meds in order to keep her food down.  But, overall, she's feeling some better and having less pain now from the kidney stone grains. 

Are you working on the phlebotomy now?  Let me know how you are progressing.  Hope everyone is having a great start to the new week!  :)
Title: Hey Judy
Post by: golotomer on March 30, 2011, 04:51:35 am
Not doing phlebotomy yet.  Let me know how things go with your daughter.  Overslept this morning so I don't have much time to chat this morning but I'll try to catch up with you in the next few days. 
Title: end of the month
Post by: golotomer on March 31, 2011, 03:24:50 am
Well I'm about ready to do my second cash out.  I am going to request payment for my forum posts and that should bring me up to the right amount.  I am pretty sure I made the required 30 posts for March so wish me luck and good luck to all of you also. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on March 31, 2011, 07:52:33 pm
I'm glad I was able to cash out myself.  I didn't think I was going to make it but I did.  My computer was down for a couple of days so I haven't been able to get on.  Hope all is well.  My daughter meets with the gallbladder specialist next Wed.  I guess we will find out what they are going to do then.  I'm trying to get caught up with things on here - let me know how you're doing with things.  :)
Title: Morning ladies
Post by: golotomer on April 02, 2011, 03:02:58 am
Judy,  (and all)

I'm doing much better but still have a long ways to go.  What I'm dealing with is more on the emotional level, aside from going to school and banging my head against the walls with my studies. 

Geesh Judy this thing with your daughter just seems to be dragging on and on.  Is she feeling ANY better at all? 

We need to come up with things to discuss.  Usually I'm quite a talker but with what is going on in my life...I can't really talk about it.  I'm actually starting therapy/counseling next week.  I'm also thinking about starting an anonymous blog where I can really speak my mind about things.  Right now I feel like I have a hidden agenda and usually I'm an open book. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on April 02, 2011, 09:31:52 pm
Kim,
I'm really sorry you are dealing with something, especially emotional.  I am still praying for you that things will improve in this area and that it will ease up for you.  I know how hard it is with something like that on top of regular life duties, not to mention schooling, working, moving, etc.  I don't know if it helps any, but I've been going through something for a few months myself - in the same area.  I rather think maybe the meds I'm on for that are not working as well now (I've been on them for years) and that maybe I'm becoming immune to them.  I have a dr. appt. Monday for other things but am planning on bringing it up.  I really feel for you and want things to improve for you.

My daughter, Veronica, is feeling some better as far as the kidney stone is concerned.  As long as she's on the nausea meds, she's able to eat and feels better than she has in a long while.  We'll know more on Wednesday.

My father-in-law is turning 80 years old and all of the family gave him a special birthday party tonight.  He is such a sweet and dear man.  He really looks and acts like he's more in his 60s - 70s.  I hope I'm doing that well when or IF I even make it to that age.  He had a wonderful time (so did everyone else, too!!!) 

I know you crochet (and a beautiful job at that), but have you ever done counted cross-stitch?  That's what I have done more of.  I did crochet some in my 20s, but a friend got me started on the cross-stitch back then and I got hooked (so to speak.)  The biggest thing I've done is a family tree genealogy for my mother-in-law.  It took me a year.  She has it hanging on her wall in the den.  I look at it now and ask myself how did I ever do that. I still have so many to complete, too.

Closing for now; don't want to take all of your time.  Hope you have a nice Sunday and a great week. 

Julie  :)
Title: Sunday message
Post by: golotomer on April 03, 2011, 03:29:00 am
Judy,

Thanks for the prayers and I will say some for you also.  You should talk to your doctor about your medicines for sure. 

That is great about the party for your father-in-law.  I pray I live a long life too as there are so many things I have yet to complete in this lifetime. 

I have done counted cross stitch and enjoyed it but haven't done much in many years.  I guess I stick with crochet because it goes faster and I can produce more gifts more quickly. 

I have a bunch of home work to do today so it's nose to the books all day.  Hope your Sunday is a great one. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on April 03, 2011, 08:50:02 pm
Just wanted to wish you a great start to the new week.  Hope all goes well!  :)
Title: here's to you too
Post by: golotomer on April 04, 2011, 01:54:12 am
Thanks for the wishes Judy.  Keep me posted on your daughter's progress.  I have decided to start counseling for the other problem I am facing.  My first appointment is Thursday. 

When do you see the doctor for your problems?

Have a wonderful day.  I hope spring finally makes it's way to NW PA.  I'm off of school on Friday and am planning on spending the day gathering up the fallen branches throughout the yard and burning some wood/boxes/papers.  I want to get things ready for a little spring planting. 

TTYL,

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on April 04, 2011, 09:21:58 pm
I will certainly keep you in mind on Thursday.  I hope it will help a lot for you.  I saw my primary today and we talked some.  She increased one of my meds and will check again next month.  There are a couple of things she thinks are causing it.  I will FB you instead.

"See" ya soon!   Julie  :)      :cat:
Title: Facebook
Post by: golotomer on April 05, 2011, 03:22:28 am
I saw your post on FB this morning.  Thanks for the greeting!  Another test today but I don't feel real prepared for it so I'm going to study a bit more before I go to school at 8.  It's raining here again this morning.  It poured all day yesterday but at least it was fairly warm.  Today it's supposed to only be in the low 40's. 

I'm off of school on Friday and it's supposed to be warm so I'm planning on doing some yard work.  Lord knows the yard needs it and I could use the exercise.  I feel like I'm trying to put on the Freshman 15!

Have a great day.  Hope the increase and change in meds helps. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on April 05, 2011, 06:21:04 pm
Hi there!  It's after 9:00 p.m. here so that means you have already taken your test.  Do you know how you did? 

We were able to get outside a little today and do some sprucing up.  We had the windows open to invite the clean, crisp, cool air in since it was in the mid 60s.  The storm that went through during the night was awful - hail, gales/gusts (some tornados), thunder/lightning  -  it shook the whole house.  Our neighbor lost his tin roof off of his horse shed. We have some friends a little further up in GA and they had it even worse.  They've also been without electricity for about 18 hours now.   Then today is so beautiful! Sunny, cool, fresh stiff breeze - definitely my kind of weather!

Okay, enough of me, already, lol.  I enjoy sharing on here.  I'm usually very quiet, though; even my family would tease me if they saw how much I write in this forum!  Hope tomorrow is a great day for you!

Julie  :)    :cat:

 
Title: test results and weather
Post by: golotomer on April 06, 2011, 03:54:37 am
Good morning Judy. 

I only got an 87 on the test but I'm pulling an A in the class so I still have time to make up the difference on other tests or bonus points.  I knew I wasn't all that well prepared.  I have a lot going on in my head and it's hard to study.   :BangHead:

The weather has been lousy.  It poured rain and was windy the day before.  Yesterday rain mixed with snow and colder and the forecast for the rest of the week isn't looking real good.  Warmer but lots of rain.  Still hoping Friday is good enough for some yard work since I'm off school. 

Another big test tomorrow so tonight is yet another nose to the books night.  I'll try to catch up with you on FB or elsewhere over the weekend for a more in depth talk. 

Smile today. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: gaylasue on April 06, 2011, 08:04:13 am
Good luck to you!  I'm recently unemployed after 30 years of working.  Waiting for the Lord to direct me towards the right path.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on April 06, 2011, 11:06:41 am
Good luck to you!  I'm recently unemployed after 30 years of working.  Waiting for the Lord to direct me towards the right path.

That's so hard after working so many years.  I just found out I won't have my job after May.  I'm already praying for God's direction, as well.  I will pray for you, too.  Hang in there - hope things work out soon for you.  :)


Kim - praying for your test tomorrow.  Hope the weather improves before Friday!  "See" ya on FB!  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: vmcutshall on April 06, 2011, 12:06:10 pm
I am 54 years old and unemployed if you could babysitting my twins grandsons 2 years old and taking care of my handicapped mother.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: bostonphil on April 06, 2011, 12:12:16 pm
I am 66 years old currently living in Austin, TX.  I have a B.A. in Psychology and a M.S. in Urban Planning.  I work p.t. for a Market Research Company recruiting focus groups.

I am just re-learning to travel after many years of not traveling.   Travel is a whole new ball game.  I went to Las Vegas two years ago, Florida last year and I am going to Los Angeles this September.  I will be in Boston for my 50th high school reunion in 2012.
 :wave:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on April 06, 2011, 10:33:35 pm
I am 54 years old and unemployed if you could babysitting my twins grandsons 2 years old and taking care of my handicapped mother.
You certainly have your hands full.  I have 2 granddaughters ages 2 and 6 - they are nonstop busy!!  Your mother is very fortunate to have you be able to help her.  Just take care of yourself, too.  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on April 06, 2011, 10:36:23 pm
I am 66 years old currently living in Austin, TX.  I have a B.A. in Psychology and a M.S. in Urban Planning.  I work p.t. for a Market Research Company recruiting focus groups.

I am just re-learning to travel after many years of not traveling.   Travel is a whole new ball game.  I went to Las Vegas two years ago, Florida last year and I am going to Los Angeles this September.  I will be in Boston for my 50th high school reunion in 2012.
 :wave:


Goodness, you are quite busy.  What kind of focus groups are you recruiting?  I'm kind of naive with what that entails.  My 35th high school reunion is this June.  It doesn't seem possible!!
Title: greetings
Post by: golotomer on April 07, 2011, 02:25:26 am
Good luck to you!  I'm recently unemployed after 30 years of working.  Waiting for the Lord to direct me towards the right path.

I can relate with what you are going through.  I lost my job of 21 years Sept of 2009.  It was a job that paid well and that I loved but was outsourced to India. 

You should be able to draw unemployment for some time and maybe even get some additional job training or go back to school.  My thoughts and prayers go out to you. 

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on April 07, 2011, 02:28:51 am
I am 66 years old currently living in Austin, TX.  I have a B.A. in Psychology and a M.S. in Urban Planning.  I work p.t. for a Market Research Company recruiting focus groups.

I am just re-learning to travel after many years of not traveling.   Travel is a whole new ball game.  I went to Las Vegas two years ago, Florida last year and I am going to Los Angeles this September.  I will be in Boston for my 50th high school reunion in 2012.
 :wave:


Hi Boston Phil.  It's great that you are now able to travel a bit.  Enjoy.  I could use the Physhology portion of your degree.   :notworthy:

Without googling I'm not quite sure what urban planning consists of.  Care to elaborate?
Title: Losing jobs
Post by: golotomer on April 08, 2011, 04:25:30 am

I just found out I won't have my job after May.  I'm already praying for God's direction, as well.  I will pray for you, too.  Hang in there - hope things work out soon for you.  :)

Judy, I just was rereading an earlier post and noticed that you said you would be losing your job in May.  Aren't you a teacher?  Are they cutting back? 

Kim - praying for your test tomorrow.  Hope the weather improves before Friday!  "See" ya on FB!  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on April 08, 2011, 09:47:16 am
Kim, about my job, yes, unfortunately they are cutting back.  However this is in a private school.  Since I'm part-time and the one of the newest it affects me.  There are other reasons though that I know are the real truth.  Admin is coming in new, less qualified, and bringing a couple of friends in to the part-time positions.  I know things like that happen but it doesn't mean it's right. Thank you for asking.  Hope your test yesterday was great for you!  :)

Julie   :cat:
Title: You get what you pay for
Post by: golotomer on April 09, 2011, 02:44:24 am
Judy,

What is happening to your job is what is happening across the nation.  They are bringing in less qualified people because they can get away with the least amount of pay.  My company was full of people that had been there since right after high school and many had 40 plus years but were still below retirement age when they lost their jobs.  In addition they had stopped paying in to our retirement plans 10 years before the layoff, relying mostly on the 401K benefits. 

Our entire country is being reduced to 10-12 dollars an hour.  I saw it happening years ago when there was an influx of laborers from Mexico coming in and taking jobs for less money than our skilled laborers were making.  The problem with not making more than 10-12 an hour is that the economy isn't coming down in cost of living. 

I've always said though too that we, as a nation, live far beyond our means.  We impulse buy and like to accumulate too much "stuff".  I'm guilty of the same problem at times but probably ten years ago, or more, I started practicing voluntary simplicity.  I attempted to cut back and pare down on many unnecessary items.  I used to collect knickknack types of things and my "stuff" was overtaking my life.  I've cut back enough though that I have no credit card debt and don't intend to have any in the future.  I'm frequent yard sales for everyday items I need and am always looking for a bargain.  My goal has never been to be rich but I intend to have enough to be comfortable and have my needs met. 

If more people would adopt this lifestyle and would buy American made items we might all just get back to a comfort level again.  Just my humble opinion.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on April 09, 2011, 09:37:38 pm
I do agree with you, Kim, and it's really a real shame the way things are going with jobs.  By doing these things with the jobs they are also bringing people in who need training and experience - this is normal.  However, there are many workers being moved up in higher positions who don't know enough about how everything works from the ground up in the company. Then you've got problems like on "Undercover Boss" where the higher ups demand more from the workers or short-change benefits.  They don't even know what's going on beneath them until they experience it themselves.  My hubby worked for the phone company for 35 years and was forced to retire when AT&T took over.  He started out as a phone operator and moved up to technician, then crew leader, then different levels of management. He was someone who the workers liked and got on with because he understood their job and worked with them in areas they had troubles with and gave praise when praise was due. The new management of today want the young ones in there who they can pay cheaper.  These newer younger bosses don't "know" the job and have no patience or understanding of what entails in the jobs beneath them. Therefore they are having problems.

I also agree about cutting back and also buying American made items.  We've gotten so much better because we had to - no ifs, ands, or buts, so-to-speak.

I am looking and researching into some of the sites you first discussed earlier in your blog.  There has to be something I can do that will help me, help my family, and yet be "health friendly" to my health issues currently being dealt with.  I appreciate the tips you gave back then.

Hope all is going okay with everything.  Keep up the hard work and the positive attitude that you share with us on here!!!

Julie   :) 
Title: Work at home sites
Post by: golotomer on April 10, 2011, 02:09:49 am
Judy,

I know for a fact that Alpine Access is legit.  They only start you out at about 9.50 an hour (somewhere in that range) but when you consider that you aren't burning gas to commute, not purchasing clothing, can cook your family meals because you are home (so don't impulse shop or eat out as much) I think it really saves money in the end.  Of course, I'm one that can be self-motivating and stay focused at home, some people admit to not being able to work without supervision. 

I wish you the best.  If you know you ar being laid off in May I'd start early to get the application process started.  If they hire you I'm sure they'd let you set your start date, if it isn't too far in the future.  Personally...I'd take a vacation or a break before jumping in.   :notworthy:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on April 10, 2011, 11:53:25 am
Kim,

I am seriously looking into the Alpine Access.  I am one of those who can work at home without supervision - actually prefer it.  I appreciate the encouragement with this.  And yes, I definitely want to take a break, even if short, before jumping into something new.  :)
Title: Alpine
Post by: golotomer on April 11, 2011, 03:13:51 am
Let me know how you make out with it.  I did have a friend working there as a programmer and I actually was hired at one time but couldn't match the hours they wanted and went inactive after six months. 

You have to commit to at least 20 hours a week and it's in blocks of 30 minute increments so you can basically set your own hours.  They offer later hours too since they are on the West Coast. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on April 11, 2011, 03:28:52 pm
Thank you, Kim!  My hubby and I are discussing it tonight.  The first big hurdle is being able to buy the head phones, etc. up front for training and for working.  We are so absolutely tight right now.  But we are working on it and as the saying goes "if there is a will, there is a way."

Are things going okay with you, school, packing, and all?  I hope so - you know I'm pulling for you!

Julie  :)
Title: packing and other stuff
Post by: golotomer on April 12, 2011, 03:09:03 am
Julie,

The packing stopped mid-stream.  Without divulging what is going on it's difficult to explain.  It's relationship based though and we are starting counseling as a couple.  We aren't married but this was something so far reaching it required intervention. 

For now I'm unpacked until we sort through things.  I'll send you a personal email address via Facebook and perhaps we can talk more.  I just don't want to burden people with my problems though and let me tell you they are major. 

As far as the headset...are you involved with FreeCycle at all?  You might be able to find someone with one to give away.  More on that later too. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on April 12, 2011, 09:33:04 am
Kim,
Thanks for the heads up on FreeCycle!  I'll see you on FB, hopefully.  I am definitely pulling for you!

Julie  :)
Title: Thursday missive Julie
Post by: golotomer on April 14, 2011, 03:23:04 am
Julie,

I never did get logged on to FC yesterday.  The site was down early in the morning and I was too busy to be on the pc last night.  Shopping, studying, dinner and other things.  I saw that you wrote me on Yahoo but I haven't had time for a response yet.  Test at 8:30 this morning in Medical Terminology so must study some this morning or stand the risk of failing.  :) 

I will be off school early today though so hopefully I'll have some catch up time.  Another big test tomorrow though.  Good thing is that next week I only have four days of school.  Going to see Jeff Beck on Saturday and taking "our" grand-daughter to the movies on Sunday as part of her Easter gift. 

Stay well and I'll talk to you later. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on April 14, 2011, 06:54:44 am
Kim,

You are definitely a busy lady.  Hope all goes well with your tests.  Enjoy your time with your granddaughter - that's special, for sure. 

I get my 2 asthma shots (Xolair) tomorrow.  I do believe they are finally kicking in after 6 months of taking them.  I've noticed that when I get them on Friday I feel kind of puny over the weekend.  Then during that next week I start feeling better and have a little less coughing, congestion, and breathing issues.  It seems about 2 good weeks and then the week right before shots again, I start going down.  But, hey, at least I am having a couple of weeks per month of feeling lots better than what I was dealing with!!  Maybe it will increase with a little more time!!! 

My daughter is having an endoscopy this next Tuesday.  Maybe they can finally figure out this last thing that's messing with her.  She's doing much better otherwise, just dealing with the nausea and sickness.

Don't ever worry if you can't write everyday.  I totally understand.  I don't ever want to get in the way of your schedule.  I enjoy your blog and getting to know you more, and meeting others who come in here and introduce themselves and what's going on with them.  But you do what you need to do.  I know you'll be in here whenever you can!


You take care and have a great day.  Praying for you!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on April 23, 2011, 10:39:52 pm
Hi Kim!

I've missed chatting with you - everyone is busy!  My internet has been off and on for a couple of weeks now.  I haven't even been able to do all my dailies every day because of it.  I wanted to write this while it's up.  Hopefully the problem in our area will be fixed quickly!

I hope you and everyone in here have a wonderful Easter!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on April 24, 2011, 04:41:56 am
Julie, 

What is causing your internet to go down?  Storms in the area?  We have had nothing but rain for two weeks.  It is finally starting to warm up though so I might do some planting today in the drizzle.  I'm anxious to get the flowers in the ground (or pots). 

I'm on a four day weekend so have been trying to keep busy with household projects.  We went to a concert in Pittsburgh last night to see Jeff Beck.  It was a wonderful concert and we took some video on our phone camcorders.  I might be posting some to facebook if they look and sound okay. 

I haven't been on FB too much though.  I will try to send you an email in the next couple of days though. 

Wishing you and yours a wonderful Easter. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on April 25, 2011, 07:39:48 pm
Apparently the internet problem lies with AT&T.  They say they are working on it but it remains to be seen.  Although today is the first day is has been up all day.

I'm glad you had a great time at Jeff Beck's concert.  I don't remember hearing of him, so I looked him up.  After reading through all he's done and connected to, I remember a couple of things with him.  But he's a lot popular right now than I even realized. 

Our family had a great Easter.  My son, in the Navy, flew into town, and all of the family (on my hubby's side) got together for a fabulous Easter dinner and weekend.  He will be here for another week and will fly back out.  Then he leaves on his 4th deployment for 6 months.  I'm so glad we were able to spend time with him.  We'll get to spend some time this coming weekend again before he leaves.

I hope you are having a productive and happy longer weekend.  Back to studies now?  Let me know how you are getting along with your studies.  Hope all is well for you!  Talk to you soon!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on April 27, 2011, 03:33:36 am
My Easter and long weekend was really nice.  We decided to pull the ivy off the house and it took us six hours to get it down and burn it.  This ivy had been growing for over 20 years and had worked it's way under the shingles, gutters and the mortar.  The house looks naked but I'm sure it won't be long before the ivy takes over again. 

I planted a few flowers and we have the tomato plants ready to go but still have to build the beds.  We took a dead bush out too and I think for now I'm just going to plant some wild flowers there from seed.  We have so many expenses coming up that we don't want to spend money on landscaping plants this year. 

Finals are coming up this week so we're in a mad rush to get testing and the rest of the chapters completed in all classes. 

When is your last day of work for the year?  Any more thought on the work at home gig?
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on April 27, 2011, 07:55:35 am
I love wildflowers!  Those would be pretty anywhere you plant them.  You'll have to show pictures when they bloom.  I want to plant some flowers, myself, but have to wait for the next paycheck.  Our little trees we planted 2 years ago are looking really good right now. (Since moving here to the country, half of our property is still trees and brush, but the other half was from farming.)  We planted some oaks, maples, and crepe myrtles to have some trees up closer to us and to not have it look so bare on the front half of the property.  We would like to plant some pecan trees next. We have some blackberry bushes on the edge of the property - they remind me of when I was a kid, picking them from our own yard.  Now I want to add lots of flowers.

I know you will do well on your finals.  It's hard to believe it's April already - we were just speaking of you doing this back in December.  Time flies!!

My last day of work is May 20th.  I'm still looking into the home jobs - just not quite sure yet what to decide on.  I know it will come to me.

I hope you have a great week, and that your school work will come out on top!  Talk to you later!

Julie  :)
Title: Wildflowers and other stuff
Post by: golotomer on April 28, 2011, 01:46:54 am
Julie,

I'm going to try to get the wildflowers planted on Saturday if the weather holds out.   I'm just going to dig one area up and plaster it with seeds and hope for the best. 

Pecan trees sounds great and the blackberries.  Blackberry jam is my favorite. 

It won't be long before you'll have some time off and can do some more yard work.  I hope you can take some "me" time to attack some of the projects you have in mind. 

Off to study for an exam today.  Have a great day. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on April 28, 2011, 07:54:08 am
Kim,

I love Blackberry jam, too!  I really like Strawberry preserves.  My family likes to pick on me about my jellies.  They call themselves "normal people" who like normal jellies.  Some of my favorites (they call "not normal") include Wild Blueberry, Wild Elderberry, Orange/Pineapple marmalade, Seedless Black Raspberry, Seedless Boysenberry, and Red Currant.  I like to special order them from the Vermont Country Store.  They come in packs of 6 and you can choose any 6.

After talking about flowers and wildflowers with you, I'm gung-ho about wanting to plant some, lol!!!  Before we moved to where we are now, I used to plant impatiens and pansies across the front of the house.  They were so pretty.  Then we noticed that the petals were either being ripped off or nibbled on.  We finally got up really early one morning to watch and found out that our "neighborhood" ducks were enjoying my flowers for their sweet-tasting breakfast!!!  After that, I planted geraniums and lantana.  I had read and discovered that these flowers are too bitter-tasting for the ducks.  Poor things weren't too happy with me!

Good luck on your exam today, and coming up!  Tomorrow is Friday, yay!!! 

Julie  :)
Title: ducks
Post by: golotomer on April 29, 2011, 01:54:27 am
That's funny about the ducks.  Who would have thought?

We have lots of rabbits so I think we're going to put our tomatoes in buckets so we can raise them up high enough to keep them safe.

I planted some impatients last week but just in pots on the deck. I'm waiting on choleas and petunias to hit the stores so I can get the window boxes planted. 

I have two more tests today and two more next week then break starts.  The weather is looking pretty good for Saturday so it will be a yard work day.  Sunday I am doing a Walk for the March of Dimes and we have to go to Bob's grand-daughters dance recital at 1.  Back to the bump and grind of school for one more week then spring break!  yahoo!  I really need the break and the house needs some attention. 

It's time to clean closets and get my summer clothes out of storage.  Now if I could just lose 20 - 30 pounds and look decent in a swimming suit and shorts.  Yikes.
 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on April 29, 2011, 01:13:37 pm
Looks like your weekend will be busy, but productive.  I know what you mean about the weight - I need to lose 20 to 30 (or more) myself.  No one can catch me in a swimsuit though.  I'm too self-concious, but that's just me. 

Tomorrow (Sat.) I have to judge choirs in a competition.  It's about 2 hours away but this time it's only for 3 hours.  Usually it's 6 to 7 hours.  These are the area winners who are now competing regional (southeast).  After that, they go to NY for nationals.  It's a Christian youth organization and I have been judging for them for about 13 years.  I really enjoy it and it keeps my feet in the music door, as well.

I'm glad you are finally going to get a spring break after next week.  You have definitely been going strong with your studies.  I'm proud of you!!!!!

Have a super weekend!

Julie  :)    :cat:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: lher0277 on April 29, 2011, 01:39:48 pm
im glad to hear the older folks are on and still earning money to have fun thats what its all about.  ;D
Title: earning money
Post by: golotomer on April 30, 2011, 04:46:14 am
Don't forget that today is the last day for the end of the month postings to the forum.  I have to make sure I got my 30 in for the month because I think I might have missed a couple of days.  Good luck. 

The sun is shining bright this morning and no rain so it's a yard work day for me. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on April 30, 2011, 06:11:21 pm
Well my 3 hour judging for the music competition ended up being 7 hours after all, lol!  The time was typed wrong on one of the first emails and I wasn't sent the corrected email, by mistake, so I didn't realize it until this morning.  I really enjoy judging but it was a long day.  I have to travel 2 hrs. both ways - gas is so ridiculously high right now - it's frustrating when I still have all my medical bills and my pay hasn't gone up but everything else is going up.  When is it going to stop???!!!!???

It was definitely a beautiful day (even though I was inside most of the day.)  When I arrived back home tonight, hubby had all the windows open - it was still cooler than it has been lately.  I love the windows being open, but can't handle the heat once it gets here.  It affects the asthma too much.

Thanks for the reminder about the posting!!!  I made it.  Hope you did this time!  Hope your yard work was productive!  Have a nice Sunday - let me know how the recital goes that you are going to.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on April 30, 2011, 06:17:39 pm
im glad to hear the older folks are on and still earning money to have fun thats what its all about.  ;D

Old, young, and middle-aged - I'm glad FC is here for us for earning and making friends, and debating, etc.!!!!!  I really enjoy this site!  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on May 03, 2011, 01:57:28 am
Well my 3 hour judging for the music competition ended up being 7 hours after all, lol!  The time was typed wrong on one of the first emails and I wasn't sent the corrected email, by mistake, so I didn't realize it until this morning.  I really enjoy judging but it was a long day.  I have to travel 2 hrs. both ways - gas is so ridiculously high right now - it's frustrating when I still have all my medical bills and my pay hasn't gone up but everything else is going up.  When is it going to stop???!!!!???

Oh dear Julie.  That made for a long day.  You are so right about gas prices and prices in general.  It just keeps getting tougher instead of better and there are still people losing their jobs...as you are aware. 

We had the one day of nice weather and we're back to rain again.  Thursday is the only day that looks decent here and my son is going to come and help me with some of the heavy lifting I need to put river rocks in for one of my gardens and the topsoil for my tomatoes.  I'm planting them in buckets because of the rabbits.  I'll put them on our deck so I can move them around if needed too. 

Yes I made the forum postings for the month.  It's too bad you have to wait so long to get paid for them though. 


The recital went well.  We bought her a bouquet of red carnations.  When Grandpa handed them to her she didn't want to take them at first until she saw one of the older girls with flowers then she thought it was a great idea.  We got some pictures and I'll post some to FB after he takes them off the camera. 

Off to study.  Last Med Term final today.  Have a good one. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: springsgardner on May 03, 2011, 05:52:49 am
I am 35 years old, a full time homemaker, and I have 5 kids and another on the way. I also home school 3 of the my kids through a Virtual Academy, which is really a charter school. I also have been a cub scout leader for more than 5 years. I just started a blog that talks about all the different online jobs I've done in the last few months.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 03, 2011, 07:23:58 pm
Kim,
Hope your last mid-term final went well!  And yes, do post some pics on FB when you can!

springsgardner,
I like your user name - makes me think of the conversation we've been having in here about planting flowers and wildflowers!!!!  You sound like a very busy mom/worker, etc.  One of my 3 children did the Virtual Academy for a year when her arthritis was so bad that year.  The teachers really kept up with her - they communicated by computer and on the phone.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: bessie1111 on May 03, 2011, 08:12:33 pm
I am 35 years old, a full time homemaker, and I have 5 kids and another on the way. I also home school 3 of the my kids through a Virtual Academy, which is really a charter school. I also have been a cub scout leader for more than 5 years. I just started a blog that talks about all the different online jobs I've done in the last few months.

Curious....what sort of online jobs have you done?
Title: Springsgardener
Post by: golotomer on May 04, 2011, 03:04:05 am
Glad you stopped by to visit.  I'll be looking at your page to learn more about your jobs.  I homeschooled my son from 9th grad through graduation but truly wish I could have done it his entire life.  Good for you!  I know it's a lot of work but it will be well worth your efforts.  Good job.
Title: End of semester
Post by: golotomer on May 06, 2011, 01:51:29 am
I took my last mid term test yesterday and only have to go to school for a couple of hours today, Monday and Tuesday then I'm off until June 1st.  I'm hoping the weather stays nice so I can start walking and get some weight off!  I think I'm dealing with the Freshman 15.  Hope everyone is doing well! 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 06, 2011, 11:01:49 pm
I need to take some weight off, too!  I'm glad you have finally got a spring break coming up - you more than deserve it! 

Happy Mother's Day!!!  I hope you have a really special weekend!  :)
Title: Mother's Day
Post by: golotomer on May 07, 2011, 04:13:19 am
Wishing you a Happy Mother's Day too Julie (and to all who might wander into this blog).  We have more rainy weather but I'm just going to dress for the weather and try to knock out several miles a day.  I might break it up into two or three walks per day though. 

Today's the first day off and my todo list is already filled.   ;D
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 07, 2011, 10:22:03 am
It rained here yesterday.  Today is sunny, warm, and breezy - beautiful out!  You know, when you think about it, our todo list is pretty much filled up everyday, lol!  I've managed to get a few things done around here that I was really behind on.  I hope to get more caught up with laundry, vacuuming, and sprucing up.  Talk to you soon!  :)
Title: To do lists
Post by: golotomer on May 08, 2011, 01:54:27 am
I went through all of the closets and drawers yesterday ane reorganized for the warmer weather.  Washed all of the bedclothes, down to the mattress pads, did a bunch of tossing of school papers and reorganized my calendar and folders.  The day before I cleaned the freezer and several kitchen cabinets.  Each day I've done some improvement to the outside too. 

I started walking two days ago.  I did one mile the first day.  Yesterday I did a mile in the morning then another in the afternoon.  However, my afternoon walk was ill timed and I ended up getting soaked in a rain.  I had on my new Reebok work out cloths which is like putting on a rubber wet suit and it was a little difficult getting out of them while wet.   :P 

They are hanging in the basement drying!
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 09, 2011, 08:39:01 am
Goodness, girl, you were definitely busy and productive!!!  I also got the bedding all changed out to spring/summer and got caught up with laundry.  I even managed to get some vacuuming done.  I need to dust but am going to pass that opportunity to some other family member since it aggravates my asthma too much.  I'll probably go run errands while that's being done! 

I hope you are taking some time, too, to have some relaxation time during your break.  I've got 2 more weeks of work and then I'm off. 

You "painted" a cute picture of you getting rain-soaked and then trying to get the work clothes off!!  But I say "Bravo to you!" for getting out there doing those miles!  It kind of made it worth going through. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on May 10, 2011, 03:09:12 am
Julie,

Sounds like you're making some progress too.  We walked over 3 miles yesterday and I'm really feeling it.  I think the Reebok Easy Tones do help.  My butt is sore for sure. 

I am taking some time to relax and trying to read a bit through the day.  I try to do it in the sun so I get a little color.  If I sit in a chair for any length of time I fall to sleep! 

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: catherinedwhite on May 10, 2011, 05:58:25 am
   
I am a small town girl from southern Illinois. I went away to college and then moved back to my home town. I have a Bachelors Degree in Education.

My parents had owned a brick and mortar business in my home town since I was 14 years old. It just seemed like the natural thing to do when I opened my own business in 1992. I own the only video rental store in our town.

My father passed away in 2007 which led my Mom to the decision of selling their business after 33 years. Now that is what I would call a successful business venture. My Mom is a big part of why I am a success in everything I do. She is a hard working woman with a heart of gold. I have been blessed to have the best Mom in the world........

I have one brother who is 6 years older than me. He became an electrician when he was in his 20's. He is a hard working man with a great family. He and his wife have 3 sons and two granddaughters.

I was blessed to have two children come in to my life. If you are not a parent, I highly recommend the job. You will never regret it.

If you can't tell, I am very family oriented and very proud of my family. I enjoy all sorts of entertainment. Of course, movies are high on the list, since I do own a video store. I enjoy hiking, biking, water sports, music, reading, and good food. I love to play texas hold'em. washers, scrabble, and most board games. You won't find me singing on karaoke night.....lol.

I love networking marketing. This is one of my favorite quotes:
"The only people who aren’t involved in network marketing are people who don’t understand it." - unknown


My blog is located at CallMeCathy.com
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 10, 2011, 01:00:50 pm
Catherinedwhite, I admire what you have done with your life.  Not everyone can do what you've done, like open your own business.  I have a degree in Education, too.  Do you ever dabble in that area?  I love the "family aspect", as well.  My hubby and kids mean so much to me.  I've always said that what I went through as a child (rough life), God has truly blessed me when he had my hubby and I meet, marry, and have a family.  I have 2 sons and 1 daughter.  My oldest son has 2 young daughters - my hubby and I just love being Nana and Papa!!!  My oldest son, also, is in the Navy, leaving tomorrow on another 6 month deployment (his 4th.) He called me on Mother's Day and then again today - I'm glad he got to call before leaving! 

I like your quote about networking - it applies to me since I have a hard time understanding that area!!!  I'm with you on board games and Scrabble!  I love all kinds of word games/puzzles!  I love movies, too!

It's nice to meet you in here.  I'm glad Kim started this blog; she is a great FC and FB friend!  There are a lot of nice people in here, too!!!  "See" ya soon!

Julie  :)     :cat:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 10, 2011, 01:06:41 pm
Kim, I absolutely love to read but now FC and FB have become part of my daily routine, too!  I hope you didn't get too much sun!  I'm not allowed in the direct sun for too long because of some meds I'm on, so I'm also on Vitamin D capsules once a week. 

One thing I have always enjoyed doing is hiking, especially in the mountains.  Since my asthma issue has had me messed up for about 6 years now, I haven't been able to do very much, including jogging early every morning.  Since I'm starting to feel a tad better, with a little more energy, I'm hoping to pick up more from walking and getting back into my jogging - that's how I kept my weight off.

Keep enjoying your break!!  You deserve it!!  Talk to you soon!  See you on FB!!

Julie  :)      :cat:
Title: Catherine and Julie
Post by: golotomer on May 11, 2011, 02:11:09 am
Hi Catherine,

Thanks for stopping by to visit.  I will stop by your blog site and read more.  You sound like you have a blessed life.  I too am very family oriented and share many of the same interests.  I wish I could sing well enough to participate in karoke as I love to sing but even with a good voice I'm too shy to perform. 

Julie, 

FB and FC are part of my daily routine too.  We are in the process of opening the pool.  It's going to take several days to clear the water but I'm hoping to crawl into a lounger and float for an hour or so a day to get a little sun.  Hopefully I can catch up on some reading too.  Bob bought me a Cruz reader for Christmas and I like to download the classics free but I'll be afraid to take that near the water.  I guess I could try putting a zip lock freezer back around the reader! 

I hope you can at least start doing a little walking.  I'm not sure jogging would be a good thing with your asthma.  I know what you mean about the walking being a way of keeping the weight off.  It is one of the only things that helps me.  I need to add stretching to my daily routine though as I find I get all locked up, in the joints, if I sit too long or do a lot of bending over (such as gardening). 


Later...
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jamiebonds03 on May 11, 2011, 03:55:01 am
Hi Kim, Julie and everyone else.
 I'm a 27 year old stay at home mom from South Louisiana. I haven't worked for the last year and after a few failed attempts at finding a job I  decided to relax and go with the flow. My boyfriend makes a decent amount of money right now so It's not absolutely necessary for me to work and with gas prices and the cost of daycare it wouldn't really benefit us if I were to work for all those hours and not really make a profit. Well I LOVE to read, in fact I just finished reading all 19 pages of your blog Kim and it's amazing to see how a friendship was formed between you and Julie through posts on fc. that is so cool. from reading all the pages it feels like I know both of you, isn't that something. I also enjoy going on trail rides. I've been in the spot where I am for the past 3 years now and before that I was living in what you would call the city. Now I am in the country and my boyfriend has many horses and I just fell in love with horseback riding. My kids enjoy it also. Well I'm really glad that I stumbled across your blog and I hope everyone has a great day ;D
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 11, 2011, 07:28:09 am
Hi, Jamiebonds!  You did stumble on a great blog!  I'm glad you're here!

I was raised in the city and only moved to the country 3 years ago when my hubby retired early and wanted to move to the country.  We are surrounded by farms; there are horses and cows all around, too.  We are getting to know the neighbors enough now to find out who offers horseback riding.

 I love having bird feeders and bird baths.  It's fun to watch and journal all the different kinds of birds come through.  Some of them (cardinals, cowbirds, & doves) have made their homes in our back woods.  When we first moved and built here, there were 2 cardinals who came regularly.  The next year there were 6. This year there are anywhere from 10 to 14!!  We see an occasional blue jay, blue grosbeak, and enjoy watching certain birds who come through when migrating (like the European Starlings.)  The whole front and back yards are covered in black when they come!  We have some Killdeer who come yearly and have babies right in the yard, as well as chipping sparrows coming yearly.  It's funny to watch the sparrows bicker with each other and flap around each other when they get mad.

I could go on, but I don't want to bore anyone!!  I guess I have adjusted to the country better than I thought I would.  I'm enjoying the slower pace, more nature to discover (on our own property, at that!), and the friendliness of the locals.

Hope you have a super day and that we'll "see" you in here, again!


Julie  :)     :cat:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 11, 2011, 07:45:33 am
Kim, having a pool would be really neat!  It takes some work to keep it up, but it's worth it for those who use it to its full advantage.  A friend of ours had one when my kids were little.  2 of my 3 children were diagnosed with JRA (Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis) by the time they were 18 months of age.  As they got older, swimming was one of the main therapies for them.  Our friend let us come about 3 days a week so they could swim.  We were able to do that for a couple of years. That meant a lot to us.  When they got older we had them in a program where therapists worked with them (kind of like YMCA, but it was a different organization.)

I've not heard of the Cruz reader.  I'm going to check it out.  Do you like it?  I've checked the Kindle and the Nook out, and have the Kindle downloaded (for free) on my Blackberry and my PC.  At least it's a start until I can get one.  In the meantime I have tons of books in my own library that I need to catch up reading!!

I always stretched before I jogged.  I guess my 6 years in Track and Volleyball, in Jr. and Sr. High, trained me, lol.  It's been very difficult not being able to jog like I was before I got so sick.  At least, the Xolair shots are kicking in enough that I am feeling a little difference with my breathing, coughing, and energy - on the positive side!  Also, this is the longest I've gone without the chronic bronchitis!!!  (I had it last in Feb.; it usually starts up again at least every other month.)
I enjoy walking, but have to do it in the early morning when it's cooler. 


Talk to you later!!

Julie  :)     :cat:
Title: Julie and Jaimie
Post by: golotomer on May 12, 2011, 03:29:21 am
First off Jaimie..thanks for stopping by.  It is interesting how Julie and I (so far) have formed a friendship within this blog which later transpired to Facebook.  It was for this exact reason that I started the blog!  I wanted a place for others to get to know one another and heck we are getting paid to do it! 

I'm glad you are able to stay home right now.  I've always been an advocate of keeping the homefires burning and I really think that it can be more cost efficent when the woman stays home.  I realize some women are not content at home and want careers but if you enjoy homemaking it can be a real plus for both partners.  You save the child care costs, meals are eaten more at home, healthier and cheaper, you are able to take a fair amount of stress off of the working spouse and the kids are happier and more balanced with a parent than with strangers. 

Living in the country is great.  I'm like Julie and enjoy the bird feeding and watching along with the squirrels, chipmunks and the occassional turkey, rabbit and other critters.  Just yesterday I had a bird show up at the feeder that I've never seen before and I intend to look it up today.  He was larger than a robin, was black, almost velvety looking, had somewhat of a tuft on his head (like a cardinal) with just a tad bit of white on his breast.  No clue what he is.  This morning as I was making the morning coffee I watched a tiny little humming bird feeding from my kitchen window. 

I enjoy the cultural things of the city but I'm close enough to Youngstown, Cleveland and Pittsburgh to enjoy most anything I want (as long as I can afford it.

I hope you stop back often to visit and tell us more about yourself and your days. 

Julie, 

I do like the Cruz reader.  It can do most anyting that a netbook can do.  I can surf the net, answer emails, read books and even put programs on it for studying by using a stick.  Bob flashed ours and upgraded many things. I actually think there is a way that we could share books if you are interested. 

The pool is going to take a couple of more days to clear up but I'm hoping to do some exercising in it as I clean it.  I am suffering a bit of arthritis in my hips and I'm hoping the water therapy will help.  I bought two nice loungers though too for just relaxing and reading.  I'm not much of one to just lay in the sun but if my feet are in cold water I'm fine. 

Well off to meditate.  My therapist has me working on a daily meditation with Deepak Chopra.  I like it. 

Talk to you two ladies later.  Enjoy your day and please take some time to pamper yourself. 
Title: Powerwashers
Post by: golotomer on May 13, 2011, 02:21:53 am
I bought a new powerwasher and I'm having a good time with it.  I love watching the dirt vanish and with the hot weather it's refreshing to be playing around with the mist of water hitting me.  The green gunk on the deck will be gone by days end today.  This was a good investment.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: debrabassler on May 13, 2011, 03:40:30 am
 I LOVE WATCHING THE BIRDS AND  THE SQUIRRELS,WE LIVE IN SMALL TOWN  AND PEOPLE ARE PRETTY FRIENDLY. WE SIT ON OUR SWING AND ENJOY WATCH THE ANIMALS.
I JUST STARTED TO THIS  AND IS FUN TO GET PAID  FOR  THIS AND MAKING NEWS FRIENDS IS GREAT.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 13, 2011, 08:16:07 am
Kim, that's neat about the powerwasher!  I'm impressed at how much you are getting done in just a few days/weeks.  Hope everything else is going better for you.  It's Friday already - where does the time go?

Debra, I really enjoy FC a lot!  It's always nice to meet a new friend!  Making money on here is great, too! 
We also like to look out at our feeders at night.  That's when the rabbits like to come out and nibble at the grass and whatever else drops from the feeders during the day.  It seems like they prefer the thicker and greener grass that grows around the feeders.  They are fun to watch!

Hope everyone has a super weekend!  :)     :cat:
Title: Hello
Post by: golotomer on May 14, 2011, 02:19:21 am
Hi Debra,

Watching birds is great free entertainment. 

I think I figured out what bird I saw the other day...it was a Kingfisher. 

We got a little more pressure washing down yesterday but then the rain hit and put a damper, no pun intended, on the outside work.  Hoping to get more done today.  My son is here to help me with some heavier work.  We are going to get several buckets of flat rocks from a local creek and do some more work on the rock garden. 

We all went to see Water for Elephants last night.  It's a good movie so if you get the chance have a look at it. 

Julie...things are some better for me.  I know I owe you an email but I've been soooo busy.  Yes the time is going quickly.  I think I'm going to Pittsburgh on Monday to tour a school with my son.  Tuesday I'm going to my daughters.  We have dual hair appointments and then I'm going to power wash her deck and canopy and then possibly the porches and front on her rental. I love my little pressure washer.   :heart:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 14, 2011, 08:10:09 am
Kim,
Goodness girl, you have tons of energy to be doing all you're doing over the next few days!!!  Great workouts, for sure!  I know you are enjoying that pressurewasher - you're definitely getting your value's worth!

I hope you and your son like the school.  That's a big step for him.  I'm really glad you and your daughter get to have some quality time together, from work to pampering yourselves!  I know you'll email when you can - you are busy and that's perfectly understandable. 

Have a super weekend!  "See" you later!

Julie  :)
Title: Good morning
Post by: golotomer on May 15, 2011, 03:58:45 am
Hello world. 

It rained big time here last night.  There must be 5 inches of rain on top of the tarp that is covering the pool.  I pressure washed the deck yesterday and my son and I put a half ton of river rocks around the rock garden and built a second one.   We also cleaned out the car port and cut a bunch of some type of creeping willow away from the carport and trees.  I need to burn but the earth is drench and everything on the burn pile will need days to dry. 

Today, weather willing, we are going to get some more flat rocks from local creeks to line the rock garden edges and I'm going to focus on getting the house in order.  I've also had a request to bake some cookies so I'll be putting on my apron.  A mom's got to do what a mom's got to do. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 15, 2011, 12:54:34 pm
It rained and stormed all day yesterday.  We needed it though.  I hope it helped a lot of the fires going on in the Okefenokee Forest about an hour away from us.  It's in our state (GA) and has now moved into FL.  Today is beautiful, breezy, and in the upper 70s.

Our youngest granddaughter had her 3 year old birthday party yesterday.  The rain moved the party from outside to inside but she had a grand time!  It's hard to believe she and her sister (6 yrs. old) are growing so fast!

You got a lot accomplished.  I imagine your place is going to look very nice with everything you are doing.  You'll have to post some pictures on FB!

Cookies sound great!  It sure makes a mom feel good when she is requested to bake cookies, cake, brownies, etc. - they know what they like!!!  :)

:)   :cat:
Title: Birthdays
Post by: golotomer on May 16, 2011, 04:41:48 am
Julie,

It is still raining here so far today and it's not real warm.  I'm hoping it improves as I bought a bunch more plants yesterday and want to get them in the ground/pots today. 

I never did get the cookies baked as we decided to go shopping and spent the day finding bargains.  We found an odd little store where I bought Suddenly Salad for 50 cents a box and all kinds of breath mints 10 for 1 dollar and some OTC meds for a quarter a box.   :heart:  I love bargains!   

I'm glad that the bad weather didn't dampen the joy of your grand-daughters 3rd birthday party.  Aren't three year olds a lot of fun?  I know kids grow way too fast. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 16, 2011, 08:49:21 pm
I love bargains, too!  Sometimes it's surprising just what you can get for way less!

Our granddaughter had a super time, as well as the adults.  It was fun watching her open her gifts.  Then when she blew the 3 yr. old candle out, her mom let her lick the icing off and instead she took a big bite out of it, lol.  Almost everyone called out right about the time she spit it out and said "ucky."  It rained the whole day, but it was still fun.

This week is only in the 70s to lower 80s with a breeze.  It's not usually cool like this during May here.  We are thoroughly enjoying it!  We have the windows open, too.  It's amazing how many birds we still hear at night.

Talk to you later!  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on May 17, 2011, 05:16:21 am
I'm glad you are able to open the windows at night.  We were doing that last week but it's gotten so cold I had to turn the heat on last night.  Ouch!  There is another five days of rain in the weather forecast but it looks like it might warm up a little. 

I'm going to my daughters today and we have appointments to get our hair cut.  I'm so in need of a makeover.  I would love to have my hair longer but as I age it's getting drier and frizzy in spots that it never was before.  It's so thick and grows toward my face so it looks like I'm wearing a helmet.  I hope the hairdresser can come up with something that looks nice but isn't hard to take care of. 

I'll probably stay the night too.  It's only about an hour drive but we haven't had much time to talk other than on the phone so we have some catching up to do. 

That's funny about the grand-daughter taking a bite out of her birthday candle.  Hopefully someone caught the shot with their camera. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 17, 2011, 09:15:39 am
Have fun with your daughter.  I always like my hair a little long so I can have enough hair to put it up in a pony tail.  The problem is I can't stand the heaviness of the hair on my neck, especially when it's the least too warm.  So I'm trying to handle a little shorter hair, for my neck's sake, lol, but have to use a couple of clips to catch the excess that won't fit in the band.  From your pics I've seen on FB you and your hair always look nice!

The weather is still so nice here, but with the heavier breeze, it's almost too cool with the windows open.  But, it will warm up later in the day, plus we're trying to take every advantage we can to enjoy this cool front.  So, if it means a little blanket on the feet or socks on or a light sweater, it's worth it! 

This is my last week at this job.  Thank goodness I don't have to much to pack up with only being there for a year.  I can take a few things each day when I leave and be done with it.  I since found out there are two more teachers not coming back either, for similar reasons.

Have a super mother/daughter visit!!  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on May 18, 2011, 03:38:43 am
Julie,

I guess I didn't realize school was still in session for you.  I was thinking everyone was out since I'm on spring break.  I know you must have mixed emotions about this being the last days on the job.  Losing the job is tough but it's probably a new lease on life at the same time.  Maybe even a little welcome break.  You'll find something I'm sure.  Things are still tough but I'm thinking the economy will start to recover soon. 

Still raining here.  It was colder again yesterday but its supposed to warm up more the next few days.  I'm still at my daughters.  Got my hair cut...nothing fancy but it sure cleaned up some of the dry ends.  Not all that much shorter but she did take all the necessary dead hair off.  Wish she could have cut more of the gray out though. 

We are going to take my daughter's grandmother, my X husbands mother, who is 93 years old, to the doctor and then out to lunch today then I'll head home.  I've been divorced from my X for over 30 years but still get along with his mom and siblings so it will be nice to see her again.  She is going blind but still manages to stay in her own apartment. 

Leaving Saturday to meet Bob in SouthBend, IN where he is working a race.  We'll stay there until Monday morning then we're leaving for Michigan to spend a day at the Henry Ford Complex.  This will be my spring break adventure.  From what I can see online it looks like a neat place to visit.  Before you know it I'll be back in school and my nose will be in the books. 

Hoping your weather is better today.  Take it a step at a time packing up your stuff and don't overdo it.  TTYL
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 18, 2011, 02:38:57 pm
Kim,

You'll have to post a pic on FB of your new do'!  I bet it looks nice!  Speaking of gray, I can't believe how much starts coming in now!  I'm trying to keep up with it but I have to wonder how long until I give up and let it show!?!?!?

I'm glad your visit with your daughter has turned out nice.  Also, it's not all families who can still get along with their x's family - that's a real plus!!  There's no way that you look as young as you do and yet be divorced from your x for over 30 years!!!  Pass me your secret, lol!!!! 

I hope you enjoy the Henry Ford Complex.  It does sound interesting.  It seems like your spring break is coming to an end way too fast.  But you have gotten a lot accomplished when you think about it!!

The weather is beautiful today. It's still in the 70s with a nice breeze.  However, the lower 90s are heading back in tomorrow.  I guess the windows will be closed and the air turned back on - *sigh*  I'm going to miss the cooler weather!

You must have esp'd your thoughts to me about packing up a step at a time.  That's exactly what I'm doing!  Last Thursday I took home a couple of things.  Then yesterday and today I loaded up the rest of my things.  The only thing left to do is take down all of the bulletin board stuff which I'll do tomorrow.  And that's it for me!  I'm definitely going to sub for a private school and several public schools this fall.  I'm already on the list for the public schools because I subbed all year before this year's job.  I finally have some renter's income coming in from my mom's estate and can budget myself (very) wisely, I hope, for the summer months.  At least I'm in a better spot than a few weeks ago when I found out about this job.

Take care and have fun!  Talk to you soon!

Julie  :)    :cat:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on May 19, 2011, 03:37:42 am
Julie, 

The hairstyle isn't all that much different.  I just had her relayer it and she took some bulk off the top and length off the back.  I'm so camera shy that I run from the camera most of the time so posting a picture on FB isn't real probable.  I asked my daughter if she thought I should cover my gray and she said no she likes it.  The way it has come in it looks like I've paid good money to have streaks around my face.  That's a lucky thing as coloring it was getting to be a real chore and expense. 

I always was somewhat of a hippie and naturalist.  I do shave under my arms and legs and wear a tad bit of makeup but I've always preached natural beauty so try to live it. 

So now that you know you're going to be subbing have you given up the idea of doing the online work? 

It looks like the Michigan trip is off for now.  I can't find anyone that is able to come watch our dogs for three days and can't afford (nor would I want) to put them in a compound.  Cleo is way old and set in her ways and my doggies are such big babies they would fret themselve to death if they were with strangers and not laying on a couch or pillow. 

I'm hoping we can make the trip when I'm on break again over the 4th of July or possibly and weekend.  Weekends are tough though as Bob's races are usually on Saturdays or Sundays.  Ces't la vie. 

You keep plugging with the packing and try to find time in the day just for Julie. 

Later my friend.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 19, 2011, 10:10:57 am
 Kim,

I'm sorry about the Michigan trip, but I'm the same way about my three kitties.  My oldest, Gracie (the grey and white in my side pic,) is going on 15 yrs. old and is settled in her ways and with her blankets/pillows, etc.  She's very territorial, too.  My friends all tease me about her being a "devil cat" because of the way she hisses, snarls, and even screams if anyone but us try to pick her up or pet her.  To us, though, she is very sweet, loving, and a great companion, lol!!  They don't believe me when I tell them that, lol!

Today was my last day at work.  I went for their Honor's Day (Elem.) and Kindergarten Graduation.  It was special and I enjoyed being there for the kids.  Afterwards, there was a reception.  I tried to slip out unnoticed but one of the teachers saw me and re-routed me with her.  Some of the students and parents gave me gifts/cards, which were really thoughtful and sweet.  It was bittersweet, if you know what I mean.  So many students were leaving half-day so I don't have to teach music this afternoon - so I have the rest of today off.

Take time to enjoy your last few days of spring break!  "See" you soon!

Julie  :)
Title: Friday missive
Post by: golotomer on May 20, 2011, 01:58:10 am
Julie,

I do understand what you mean about the bittersweet of leaving the school and seeing the kids graduate.  You really do get attached to them.  I also had a cat with the same personality you described about your cat.  My Chance cat was mean to everyone but us.  He even had times when he didn't want us bothering him though.  You just had to wait for him to come to you.  He didn't like little kids for sure.  He was whacked my grand-daughter on the head three times so hard you could hear the thumps on her little head from across the room.  He had no claws but he sure learned how to throw a punch. 

We finally got some sun yesterday but it still managed to rain again last night.  I did get two 1 mile walks in though.  It's so bad this direction that we are having landslides and some of the roads are washing out.  It's safer to stay home!  I'm just going to work on some crafty stuff the next couple of days then do a good housecleaning before Bob gets home on Monday morning.  I'll still have another week off once he gets home so I'm hoping we can at least take a day trip somewhere.   We can leave the dogs overnight one night but I don't like to do it two days.  We have to leave Cleo, the chow, outside with food and water but she is our old girl and I don't like to stress her too badly.  She is used to making her trips out to potty then coming in to do take up her job as imitating a rug on what ever cooler floor she can find.  My two little girls are potty pad trained so if they have food and water they are fine but they stress when they are alone very long. 

Enjoy your first day off of work.  Will you have time to take a little vacation during your break?

tata for now.  Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 20, 2011, 09:07:38 pm
I know what you mean about the paws thumping on the head.  Gracie has no claws, either.  It's so funny when Veronica (my dtr.) gets down face to face and blows gently at Gracie's face.  Gracie hauls off and pops her in her face about 3 times - playing with her.  You can hear those "thumps" on her head.  She does the same (standing on her bottom feet) to the other 2 cats if they are in her chair or on her pillow.  It's just amusing to watch and to see how the other cats react to her.  One bats back at her, but moves out of her way, while the other one takes off and flees down the hallway to the back room.  We have our own pet entertainment channel!!!

Landslides, goodness!  That's not good.  I hope your weather straightens up quick so you won't have those kind of problems.  Even with all the rain we had here a few days ago, it wasn't near enough to help the fires that are about an hour away.  They are still trying to put them out.

Today was my first day off, but I went out of town (2 hours away) to get my Xolair shots (for my asthma.)  I always feel puny on that night and then on Saturday.  I slept for awhile when I got back home earlier.  I'm glad we have no plans for tomorrow.  I just need to rest and try to do some housework off and on.  Usually by Sunday I'm feeling some better.

I'm glad you have another week off!  For some reason I thought you were going back to school this coming week, so I'm glad I am wrong!  I hope you have a really nice weekend and can do a couple of things for yourself!!!  Talk to you later!

Julie  :)     :cat:
Title: Saturday
Post by: golotomer on May 21, 2011, 04:43:13 am
Well today is supposed to be the end of the world so I've decided to put off all the housecleaning until tomorrow....just in case.   :angel12:

I hadn't heard about the fires Julie.  There has been a lot of news about all of the flooding and to be honest I'm not a big tv watcher.  It's only in the last year that I've started watching any regular night time programming. 

I'm hoping you will feel better sooner than Sunday.  It's perfectly okay to not do much of anything these first few days off.  Just take a "staycation" and chill out. 

We did finally get a little sun yesterday afternoon.  It's supposed to warm up too so here's hoping...!
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 21, 2011, 11:53:54 am
Kim,

I like your term "staycation."  It fits!!  Yes, I'm definitely not up to much of anything today. 

As far as the world ending today, I had a classmate (we went to elem. thru sr. high together) on FB put this on his status and I shared it on my page last night.  I liked what he said (you may have already read it):  That he's thinking about laying his clothes out on the lawn tonight so it looks like the rapture came and went.  Not doing housework is a good one, too.  Why worry, right? :)

I'm glad you've got some sunny weather and possibly some warmth coming your way - sounds like your area needs it and is more than ready for it!

Have a great weekend - sorry so short, just not up to par for now.  Talk to you later!

Julie  :)
Title: Rapture
Post by: golotomer on May 22, 2011, 03:42:11 am
That's funny about laying the clothes on the lawn.  I obviously didn't take it too seriously as I did clean the house. 

I sure hope you get to feeling well soon so you can enjoy your time off.  My task list for today is to do a bit of shopping and a little more planting.  I'm trying to find the plant String of pearls but can't seem to find it anywhere.  I'm going to move some seedum from the top of the yard to the rock garden too. 

The pool is ready to open.  I'm just waiting on Bob to get home tomorrow so we can remove the tarp.  I'm looking forward to blowing up my chair and drifting with a book, in the sun with my feet in the cool water. 

I finished a glow in the dark plastic canvas tissue box cover yesterday and started a baby afghan for a shower I'll be going to in June.  I've still been walking and working out with the WII fit.  Sore but still haven't dropped any weight.  Arrgghhh...
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 22, 2011, 07:33:42 pm
Kim,

You just keep up with the workout - you'll get up one morning and go WOW!!!!! - because the weight suddenly starts dropping off!!  Or, as you know, sometimes it comes off in inches first!  Either way, hang in there! 

That will be nice with the pool.  You can relax like you said or exercise or cool off - great possibilities! 

I haven't accomplished much of anything this weekend - shots took a toll on me.  I'm starting to feel a little better tonight so hopefully tomorrow I can get some things done around the house that I'm wanting to work on.  Some patients have to get the shots twice a month - I'm glad I'm only once a month - ugh!

It seems like spring left us in a hurry as of yesterday.  It's been in the 90s with very little breeze - just plain hot outside.  Even the kids around the area only seemed to come out early this morning and later today, around dusk.  Summer is trying to take over with a vengeance, lol! 

Have fun tomorrow trying out your new pool!  Talk to you more then!

Julie   :)
Title: Shots and weather
Post by: golotomer on May 23, 2011, 04:44:50 am
Julie, 

I sure hope you start to improve and quickly!   I want to hear that you are feeling better and enjoying your time off work. 

Our weather was beautiful here yesterday.  Bob on the other hand spent the best part of a hour in a safe shelter hiding from a tornado.  He is in South Bend, IN.  It delayed his trip home because they didn't get their stuff at the track packed up last night and will have to do it today.  After he called I checked the weather channel and Joplin MO had been hit hard and it was headed toward St. Louis.  There was tornadic weather occurring from the Canadian border to the Mexican!  Today it's dark here and we are calling for storms. 

I won't get the pool open until he is home to help get the big tarp off and of course I can't use it until this weather clears up.  Looks like I'm going to have to walk inside with Leslie Sansone today. 

Keep hanging in there darlin'...things will get better.   :thumbsup:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 23, 2011, 09:56:39 am
Kim,

Good grief!  There seems to be an awful lot of tornadic activity, even in places they don't usually have tornadoes.  Even all the flooding going on seems a bit much from previous years.  I hope the weather straightens up for your area today and that Bob gets back quickly and okay.  Maybe tomorrow with the pool?

I am feeling better today than I did the weekend.  Still no bronchitis, though!!!  This is amazing going this long without it.  If I have to have a puny weekend once a month in exchange for the bronchitis/asthma flare-up then so be it!  Thanks very much for the encouragement - it is greatly appreciated and taken to heart!

It sure is beautiful today, just extremely hot.  This young (older) lady is avoiding the hottest part of the day outside, that's for sure!  I can use that time to catch up on some things around here.  I'm so glad I'm feeling more myself today so I can work on some things!

That was a pretty picture you posted on FB.  The way the sun cast the shadows from the window with the mobile and the curtain was really pretty.  I noticed your lava lamp back there, too.  I have one back from the so-called "hippie" days - I'm like you in that respect - those were the days, weren't they!

Keep enjoying your spring break - you need it and you deserve it!  "See" you later! 


Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: dianne2012 on May 23, 2011, 06:20:56 pm
how do u blog and how it works i always thought that wen u blog that u just write about your day or just talk about someone elese what is blogging anyway because i wouldnt mind learning how to blog
Title: Blogging
Post by: golotomer on May 24, 2011, 04:23:09 am
Hi Dianne2012,

A blog to me is when someone designates a page either to the purpose of posting regularly about events in their life and usually allows other people to comment and interact on those pages.  Although this is Fusion Cash's site and pages I just took a little slice of the their forum and designated my own space where I write regularly.  Julie is a constant companion and contributor here and various other people have stopped by to say hello and tell us a little about themself.  If I'm not mistaken your comment makes you a blogger too!   :bunny:

Welcome and I hope you will visit again or even become a regular. 

Julie,

We had a major tornado type cell move over the house last night.  It was really ugly and the sirens were going off for a warning but it moved along with no harm done. 

I think we'll hold off a couple of more days on the pool.  The maple wings are flying everywhere and the filter would have to work overtime to keep the water clean.  I'm glad you are feeling better.  I had to go buy some allergy medicine yesterday because I keep choking up.  With all the new blooms on the trees and everyone mowing I have been suffering. 

Thanks for the comment on the picture.  I am always looking for small reflections.  At night the lights I have along the walk ways cast a pretty pattern that I wish I could capture. 

You asked about the lava lamp.  I purchased that when I was working as a QA analyst.  Many times I had to sit and wait for webpages to load and they would be slow so I would watch the lava lamp and try to relax and not get frustrated.  It's just a throwback but we do have a really old one, red, in the basement that really came from the 70's.  I need to get it out and working again. 

Yes I was a hippie and still am in many ways. I'm your classic tree hugging hippie that loves nature and holistic and natural things.  And...you have to admit the music from our era was the best since Bach and Beethoven!   :peace:

Glad you are feeling better. 
Stay in the house during the heat of the day and sit out in the cooler evening air if you must...just anything that makes you the happiest is what you need to embrace.  Have a great day regardless of those stupid allergies. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: Tashy on May 24, 2011, 05:58:47 am
I had to stop by and post something, I'm a big blogger, there isn't a day that go by that I'm blogging but I wanted to introduce myself and say hi to everyone!

Hello all,

My name is Tasha S. I'm 28 years old I live in Maryland with my parents and brother trying to finish up with the school life and finally get on my own two feet and grow as my own person. I'd love to make new friends if not here then where? I'm a writer in the making, my teacher told me I have a gift of writing and my boyfriend tells me I write to much... in my eyes I don't think I write enough but I'm always interested in making friends so I hope you are too!

Have a great day everyone, the week has just begun do not let anyone make your day bad make sure you can make your own day great and not depend on anyone else to brighten your day because even when you look in the mirror you should see the reason for your day to be brighten!
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 24, 2011, 08:32:40 am
Dianne,
Welcome to one of the best blogs ever!  I really enjoy blogging with Kim and whoever else joins in!  You fit right in and I hope you'll join in more and just share your thoughts or activities as you want to and when you want to! 

Tashy,
It's great to meet you, too!  I do enjoy making new friends also.  I've made some really nice friends in FC.  I look forward to hearing more from you.  I like to write, too.  I have some poems published (individually) and am working on my own book of poetry.  I would like to attempt a short story but need to get the poems finished first.  You keep writing!!!

Kim,
That is definitely scary with a tornado storm cell over you.  I am so glad that it moved on and that you are okay.  Here Bob gets back and it's like it followed him!  I went to Nebraska one year to see some friends and during the night that siren woke my daughter and I up.  My friend's family all came down to the basement to join us (we were in a nice extra bedroom down there.)  That was my first experience with the siren, the storming, and the horrible wind sound.  I don't want to ever go through that again.  I feel so badly for these people who have lost their homes, cars, special family items, pets, etc.  It's hard to believe weather can get that horrific.

I'm feeling even better today!  My strength is coming back and I feel more like myself.  Thanks, again, for the encouragement!!!  It's definitely needed and helpful more than you know!!!


I totally agree about the 70s music!  My family still teases me about my "hippie" days and my music.  That's quite fine with me - I love those days and the music!

Hope the weather is better today!  Maybe tomorrow will be a possibility for the pool.  I want you to be able to enjoy it fully/daily before going back to the books.  Have a super day!

Julie   :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: mjdoug03 on May 24, 2011, 09:13:10 am
I never really got into blogging.  But it's a very popular topic.  I guess the online version of a public diary!
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 27, 2011, 10:33:26 am
I never really got into blogging.  But it's a very popular topic.  I guess the online version of a public diary!

That's a good way to put it! Hope to see you blog in here again!  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 27, 2011, 10:38:28 am
Kim,

I hope all of the major storming hasn't messed with your area.  I heard that the tornados have calmed down some in the mid-west.  Poor Joplin really got hit bad. 

Have you been able to finally try out and enjoy your pool?  I just wanted to check in and say hi and make sure everything is okay your way.  Talk to you later!

Julie  :)
Title: Saturday
Post by: golotomer on May 28, 2011, 03:19:24 am
Good morning everyone!  At least for our area the weather looks a little better for the weekend.  I hope you can enjoy some clear weather also. 

Julie, no the pool isn't open yet.  Maybe this afternoon or tomorrow.  It will still require some cleaning of the sides that I'll have to manually scrub but we do have an automatic scrubber ready to go too. 

We don't have a heater in it so the water will be a bit cool yet. 

I hope you are feeling better and will have a wonderful Memorial day weekend. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 28, 2011, 04:24:05 pm
I'm still feeling pretty good right now, just have the annoying cough.  But I can handle that!  We went last night (my hubby, daughter, and I) to help at our church's lock-in for our youth.  I stayed until midnight - didn't want to push it.  The kids and adults had a super time.  After I left, the boys all conked out in their area, while the girls had their fingernails and/or toenails polished by the pastor's wife.  They all washed the church bus this morning and had a huge breakfast of breakfast burritos, scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, grits, toast, and donuts.  It's one of the first things that I've actually felt like going and helping and enjoying myself without being too run down too quick, plus not having an asthma attack while there!!!

I hope you have a very nice Memorial weekend yourself!  I hope everyone in here does, too!

Later!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jklol5 on May 28, 2011, 05:06:14 pm
Hey you seem like an amazing person, we should be friends! I love crocheting! Haha. I wanna learn knitting though!
Title: Memorial day weekend
Post by: golotomer on May 29, 2011, 02:07:25 am
Welcome JKlol5.  If you can crochet you should be able to master the knitting too.  I often recommend the Lions Brand Yarn site to people who are wanting to learn either craft.  They have really good tutorials to help you learn. 

Julie, I'm glad you are feeling better.  It sounds like the kids had a good time.  I love breakfast burritos! 

I guess we are going to go sailing on Lake Erie on Monday, providing the weather holds out.  A friend has a sail boat and will take us out.  I've never been sailing before so this will be a new experience for me. 

I woke up to another rainy day here and the darn pool filter quit working again.  Bob will tear it apart, again, to see if he can get it running but otherwise we'll have to order a new one so it's going to be a bit of a wait either way. 

I'm back in study mode for school again.  My medical drug card deck arrived yesterday so I'm working on getting the list of cards together that I will need for this semester and getting them into plastic sleeves in a binder.  I have to pick my books up on Tuesday and Wednesday is the first day of school.  Gosh this break went fast! 

Have a great weekend everyone!
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 29, 2011, 11:54:39 am
Kim,

I've never been sailing either.  It does sound like fun, though.  You'll have to let me know what you think about it.  Hopefully the weather will cooperate as well.
What you're doing reminds me of one year that we went to Michigan to see some friends of my hubby who were both in the Marines.  Our youngest, our daughter, was only 3 months old and it was in January.  They took Roddy and I snowmobiling on Lake Michigan.  I'd never been around anything like that growing up in the south, and I had the most amazing time out on that frozen lake!  They also took us cross-country skiing, too.  That was one of the best vacations I had ever had!  I learned a lot about the "snow and ice" activities and loved it.

That's a shame about what's going on with your pool - that's got to be frustrating while being off and not getting to try it out.  One good thing though, you'll be more than ready to enjoy the cool water with the hot days coming up.  Hope it happens soon for you.

Yes, your time off has kind of sped by, hasn't it!  But I can tell you are already focusing on being mentally ready for Wed.  You go, girl!!!  You have come a long way from December, in the mall kiosk, waiting to hear that you were accepted into this program.  You are doing great!

Hope you have a nice Memorial day.  Look forward to hearing from you or seeing you on FB.  It sounds like things are on the positive.  I pray so.  Talk to you soon!


Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on May 30, 2011, 03:19:30 am
Julie,

I'm a little apprehensive about the sailing to be honest.  I keep envisioning "the perfect storm".   :crybaby2:  We had storms last night but today's forecast is pretty good so it will probably be fine.  The guy that's taking us out is experienced so I'm sure he knows his stuff.  He is from England too and I just love hearing his accent although sometimes I have to ask him to repeat what he is saying or he'll use an unusual word.  Last year when I was knitting a scarf he asked me a couple of times if I was making a wrap and I didn't know what he was saying or meant.  tee hee. 

I used to love snowmobiling when I was younger but I don't think I'd have liked the idea of a frozen lake beneath me!  However, once when snowmobiling we were cutting through a back yard and I almost got hung by a low hanging clothesline.  It caught me right in the throat and threw me clear off the machine.  I saw stars for a moment and thought I was going to be sick to my stomach for a while.  I had to lay on the ground for a few minutes to recover.  As a matter of fact I haven't been back on a machine since then.  Sarah Palin has it all over me when it comes to riding around on the frozen tundra.   ;D

Is your family doing anything special for Memorial Day? 

My family graves are a little too far away for me to visit so I posted a memorial to my dad and uncle online through Facebook.  My dad was so proud to have served and he was a little of everywhere during WWII but managed to meet up with my uncle, his BIL, who he considered a brother, in every country they went to, including Germany, Belgian and France.  As soon as his troop would land he'd find out where my uncles troop was located and make it a point to find him.  Boy did they have war stories.

Well you have a great day and I'll talk to you tomorrow. 

Kmi
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: charmaine56 on May 30, 2011, 04:59:49 am
im 57 female and I am a truth seeker
being on a spiritual path is difficult. if you follow all the rules there is miracle on occasions. then you wonder why things dont work out the way you expect it in a lot of ways and you may announce to the universe. will you quit jerking around and pay attention.

Its fun to be a grandma also. that is when your daughter n law is not afraid you will talk about her to the grandchildren. she smokes and drinks and get paranoid of me being so kind and all. and in generally a person like that who goes to a catholic church is pretty self righteous toward a good christian.

life is not all daises when you chose to be a truth seeker and a peacemaker. :peace:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 30, 2011, 10:45:03 am
Charmaine,

I know it certainly isn't easy being a Christian.  There are a lot of people who don't agree with what a Christian believes and so many who have removed God from things such as the classroom, etc.  It makes me wonder sometimes why those people are so adamant against God or even the idea of God.  I agree with you that when you try to follow the rules and have those positive answers we want, that it is hard to understand why there are other things we either don't get or hear anymore about.  I try and look at it as how a parent says, "Yes," "No,", "Maybe," or "Not now."

I know exactly what you mean about your daughter-in-law.  We have a hard time with ours, too.  We just try to be pleasant to her and show her love and care no matter what.  I think she sometimes doesn't know how to handle that we won't argue with her or cut people down with her like she likes or wants to do.  We try do the nice path with her for the sake of our son and granddaughters.  Our son is in the Navy, and is currently on his 4th deployment.  We don't want him to have to worry about things when he is away like that.  He doesn't need that extra burden on him.

Overall, yes, it is hard trying to be a peacemaker!!  You hang in there and I'll try to, also!!
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 30, 2011, 11:08:09 am
Kim,

You are probably out there as I speak sailing and enjoying yourself!!  I hope you had a wonderful time and that you'll be ready to go out again.  One of my dad's many jobs was being a shrimper.  I loved going out on the shrimpboat on the weekends.  I love the smell of the oceans, the wind and sun, and learned so much about shrimping and collecting treasures when the nets poured their catch in the boat.  The sound of the engine would lull me to sleep at nights, even though I didn't like that diesel type of smell. 

I love hearing the British accent.  I had a great-great-aunt from England who would visit occasionally over here when I was young.  I was enchanted by her accent and always tried to imitate it.  One of my uncles on the same family side (my dad's) would go to England a lot and could flip to that accent at the drop of a hat.  All of us cousins would constantly badger him when at my grandmother's, to speak it for us.

That's awful about your snowmobiling accident!  I'm glad you were okay!

We're having a small get-together with some friends, today.  Roddy and I watched one of the specials on tv that involved all the branches of the military - he was in the Marines.  So was his dad.  My dad and grandfather were both in the Army.  My grandfather served under General Patton.  I "laid" a wreath for them (my dad and grandfather) also on FB. 


I checked into a medical coding and billing program today that came up in connection with the hospital/doctor offices in our little ole town.  They are actually looking for some people with data entry experience that they can train for the billing and coding.  They also want experienced billing and coders.  It makes me wonder why they don't just take them that already know it or maybe it has to do with wanting them trained in their way.  I thought I would see if you know why.  Anyway, I have a 2:15 appointment tomorrow to discuss things. 

Enjoy your day - talk to you later!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on May 31, 2011, 02:57:22 am
im 57 female and I am a truth seeker
being on a spiritual path is difficult.

Charmaine,

I too am a truth seeker and on a spiritual path.  Yes it is difficult at times when the people you deal with are of a different opinion, especially if they are family.  All we can do is love them more and show them by example of how we live our life and treat others.   

Kim
Title: Happy first day of June
Post by: golotomer on June 01, 2011, 02:19:15 am
I just submitted my request for my 3 dollar bonus for posting in the forum and was approved.  Yippee!  Goodness knows I enjoy posting and talking with friends but the 3 bucks will come in handy.  Seems like I'm always strapped for money lately. 

Can you believe we are already six months into this year!? 

Today is my first day of school for my second semester of school.  Excited and anxious. 

Have a wonderful day and be sure to take time for yourself.   

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on June 01, 2011, 12:06:24 pm
I received the Forum Bonus, too.  Thanks to FC, every little bit helps!  I didn't quite make enough for cashout for May but will for June.  There was just too much going on with my job that ended and not feeling well that kind of hindered me achieving that goal. 

I'm excited for you going back today.  Hope it's a great start back for you.  Talk with you later!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: tech2d on June 01, 2011, 12:17:13 pm
I'm 51 years old, medically retired, (not by choice), live frugally because I have to. That's why I love FusionCash. I can make extra money to cover some bills. :notworthy:
Title: Greetings
Post by: golotomer on June 02, 2011, 01:50:37 am
Hello tech2D. 

Glad you stopped by.  I'm sorry about your medical retirement.  I know it's hard living on a fixed income and yes things like FC help a little.  Every penny counts these days.  I always tell people that make fun of my time spent on FC daily earning a little change that if they were to find 17 cents or more a day laying on the ground they too would stop and pick it up.  They usually agree with my theory. 

I hope you stop by often.  I've made some good friends on FC. 

Have a wonderful day.   

Title: Frogs and snakes
Post by: golotomer on June 03, 2011, 04:27:04 am
Yesterday as I was coming through the breezeway a frog hopped in front of me and startled me. 

Last night as I was walking through the garage carrying a tray of food for dinner on the deck a snake comes slithering out from under the spare fridge right in my path and startles me. 

I'm not afraid of mice, non-poisonous snakes or frogs in particular IF I know they are there but this whole thing of being there unannounced is a little disconcerting! 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on June 03, 2011, 05:59:08 am
Kim,

Have you heard of the old saying that things tend to happen in 3's?  So keep your eyes open!  A frog is one thing but a snake is a totally different issue.  I cannot stand to be around any kind of snake, whether poisonous or not.  I hope it wasn't poisonous!!

How did your first day back at school go?  I was thinking about about you and hoping you had a great and productive day!  I know you are totally back in your busy mode so I'll not keep you.  I''ll talk to you later!!!

Julie  :)

Tech2D,

I agree with you - it is hard enough trying to find work in today's economy, much less when you have to be out because of medical conditions, or even retired because of different reasons.  I'm in the middle of a work change myself and it's just not easy.  I hope things get better for you.  I love FC and at this point, it definitely helps me with my smaller medical bills and I've made some nice friends in here, as well!  I enjoy the Forum, including browsing topics, writing, debating, making friends, while at the same time, earning a bonus for doing just those things!
Title: Things in three's
Post by: golotomer on June 04, 2011, 04:18:56 am
Julie,

I will keep my eyes open for sure!  The snake wasn't poisonous.  It was a housesnake.  I am hoping it will feed on a few of the field mice that kept invading us during the winter.  I hope there isn't a whole family of them though.  My mom used to have a Garder snake living under her front porch.  It would lay on the bottom step and sun itself.  She wouldn't let anyone do anything to harm it.  I would go to her house, see the snake on the step, step over the snake to get into the house then when I was leaving I would always forget it was there and almost step on it and frighten myself silly.

It had babies one summer and a few of the offspring stuck around for a while so mom had a family of snakes.  Unfortunately my step dad mistakenly mowed over them.  Boy was mom mad at him! 

School is going well.  Of course I only had three days in so no tests to try my mental capabilities yet.  I have a bit of homework for the weekend but nothing overwhelming yet.  I'm watching Bob's grand-daughter today and tomorrow while her mother is at work.  We have a new sandbox to try out so I'll be sitting on the deck doing homework, watching her at play and keeping an eye out for the snake.   :P

Have to water all of the outdoor plants today too so you can be sure I'll be snake watching there too. 

Hope you are having nice weather as we are and can enjoy some outdoor time without the allergies flaring up. 

Later,

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on June 04, 2011, 12:30:45 pm
Hi Kim,

It really is nice today, weather-wise.  It's going up to about 89, sunny, and with a breeze.  If I sit in the shade for a few minutes, I can do okay.  I just can't handle being in the direct sun with a couple of my meds - it breaks my skin out in a horrible rash that burns and itches at the same time.  I do like to sit out on our screened-in back porch when the sun is on the other side of the house.  With the breeze it's really nice.  I'll take my laptop, or a book out there.  The 3 cats always follow me out there and crowd around me enjoying it, too.

Roddy told me not to worry about the black racer snake we have under our shed.  He knows my terror at snakes.  These snakes tend to speed away in fear of us.  The biggest reason he doesn't mind it around is it will eat any rattlesnakes that may come around.  So I steer clear if I see it and let it do its job.

I'm checking into an online job for e-jurors.  The attorneys present the cases (such as car accidents, etc.) to certain e-jurors before taking the case to court.  They ask certain questions about things to find out how some of the issues can be presented for jurors to understand and to better give examples, such as charts with the lanes/cars/arrows, etc. to see if they need modifications or are understood.  They also ask for your opinions and verdicts and why those opinions and verdicts.  They pay pretty well for each individual case.  It doesn't have anything to do with the case itself, in court, but helps while they are getting their case together beforehand.  I sent the info to Roddy's computer just so he can look into it for me, too.  It's backed by credentials, etc., but I just want to make sure about it.


I think it's good you had a short week to begin with your schooling after break.  That way you got your brain back in and motivated, but didn't have to overdo at the start with tests.  Hope you enjoy your weekend with his granddaughter.  "See" you soon!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: freepcmoney on June 04, 2011, 12:44:56 pm
Hi Kim,

It really is nice today, weather-wise.  It's going up to about 89, sunny, and with a breeze.  If I sit in the shade for a few minutes, I can do okay.  I just can't handle being in the direct sun with a couple of my meds - it breaks my skin out in a horrible rash that burns and itches at the same time.  I do like to sit out on our screened-in back porch when the sun is on the other side of the house.  With the breeze it's really nice.  I'll take my laptop, or a book out there.  The 3 cats always follow me out there and crowd around me enjoying it, too.

Roddy told me not to worry about the black racer snake we have under our shed.  He knows my terror at snakes.  These snakes tend to speed away in fear of us.  The biggest reason he doesn't mind it around is it will eat any rattlesnakes that may come around.  So I steer clear if I see it and let it do its job.

I'm checking into an online job for e-jurors.  The attorneys present the cases (such as car accidents, etc.) to certain e-jurors before taking the case to court.  They ask certain questions about things to find out how some of the issues can be presented for jurors to understand and to better give examples, such as charts with the lanes/cars/arrows, etc. to see if they need modifications or are understood.  They also ask for your opinions and verdicts and why those opinions and verdicts.  They pay pretty well for each individual case.  It doesn't have anything to do with the case itself, in court, but helps while they are getting their case together beforehand.  I sent the info to Roddy's computer just so he can look into it for me, too.  It's backed by credentials, etc., but I just want to make sure about it.


I think it's good you had a short week to begin with your schooling after break.  That way you got your brain back in and motivated, but didn't have to overdo at the start with tests.  Hope you enjoy your weekend with his granddaughter.  "See" you soon!

Julie  :)
I hope that you have better luck than I did with this jury thing. I signed up for every one of those that I could find. Gave them ALL that information and NEVER HEARD A WORD FROM ANY OF THEM !! :angry7: :BangHead:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on June 04, 2011, 07:43:37 pm
freepcmoney,

I'm glad you told me this.  That's not good.  There are two different sites I'm actually looking into.  I really appreciate your feedback as I search this out.  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: springsgardner on June 04, 2011, 08:57:07 pm
I am 35 and considered by the medical profession "advanced maternal age" because I am expecting. They say that I need more care than I would have if this baby were born a mere 5 months sooner. I home school my kids. I'm a cub scout leader and have been for more than 5 years. I have 4 boys and 1 girl and this last baby-to-be is another boy. This month, we'll celebrate being married for 16 years.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on June 05, 2011, 04:18:32 am
I am 35 and considered by the medical profession "advanced maternal age" because I am expecting. They say that I need more care than I would have if this baby were born a mere 5 months sooner. I home school my kids. I'm a cub scout leader and have been for more than 5 years. I have 4 boys and 1 girl and this last baby-to-be is another boy. This month, we'll celebrate being married for 16 years.

Hi springsgardner,

I'll assume by your name you like to garden?

I think more and more people are having babies at later ages and doing fine.  The important thing is how you've been feeling during this pregnancy. 
Kudos to you for the homeschooling and your other activities and congratulations on 16 years of marriage.  I'm a big advocate of homeschooling. I schooled my son from the 9th grade on but wished I could have done it for all my kids their entire school years. 
 
Title: Snakes and ejurors
Post by: golotomer on June 05, 2011, 04:25:39 am
Julie,

I had never heard of the ejuror thing before.  I guess just check it out thoroughly and make sure you are getting in with a reputable company.  It would be nice to find a niche where you could make decent money (I'm not asking for rich) and work from home.  I keep waiting for the fickle finger of fate to tap me on the shoulder and gift me with my dreams too. 

It never did rain here yesterday but there were severe storm warnings in neighboring counties.  Today is gray and dreary already and it looks like the five day forecast is nothing but storms.  I wholeheartedly want some rain for my plants right now but a whole week isn't necessary! 

I wasn't outside much yesterday but didn't see the snake again.  You said about three sightings though and I remembered that the day before the frog and the snake I also got started by a baby robin in the garage.  It was flapping around and scared and I had to open the doors for it to get outside.  I guess and hope that was my 3's. 

If it doesn't rain and it gets fairly warm I plan on getting in the pool and doing some cleaning.  We're dealing with some leaves still and some algae.  We're hoping to open the pool by the end of this week though.  The new solar cover arrived yesterday too. 

Wishing you a great day. 

Kim 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on June 05, 2011, 05:32:42 pm
I am 35 and considered by the medical profession "advanced maternal age" because I am expecting. They say that I need more care than I would have if this baby were born a mere 5 months sooner. I home school my kids. I'm a cub scout leader and have been for more than 5 years. I have 4 boys and 1 girl and this last baby-to-be is another boy. This month, we'll celebrate being married for 16 years.

Hi springsgardner!  I want to tell you that I like your profile name!  Everytime I see it I think of a nice garden with lots of flowers and color.  I homeschooled my 3 in their middle school - high school years.  I really enjoyed it and miss those days.  Congrats on your 16 years and I wish you the very best with your new baby boy-to-be!!  It sounds like you have a wonderful family.  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on June 05, 2011, 05:40:05 pm
Hi Kim,

The weather was so hot today.  We had homecoming at our church today and I'm very thankful that is was really inside!  There's smoke smell in the air today, too, and if affected my breathing/cough just a little.  My inhaler helped.  I didn't react as bad as I usually do, so, once again, I'm thinking the shots are what's helping!  Roddy watered our maple trees today - they just look so hot and droopy and some of the leaves are dying.

I'll be glad for you when you and Bob are able to finally have the pool ready for you both to actually enjoy!  The idea of a pool sounds wonderful about now!

Let's say your 3's are ended now!  That poor robin panicing in that garage - I can just picture it flapping around.

I hope you have had a great weekend.  Good luck on your first full week back at school!  Later, my friend!

Julie  :)    :cat:
Title: Good Monday morning
Post by: golotomer on June 06, 2011, 02:04:06 am
Julie,

Why is there so much smell of smoke in the area? Are people burning things or are you having forest fires? 

It hasn't been as warm here as it seems you are experiencing but then this is NW PA.  The mornings and evenings are acutally quite bearable but the afternoons heat up quite a bit. 

I'm having to water all of the plants at least once every two days.  I went yesterday and bought a 2 gallon hand held pump for that purpose.  It's just too much trouble to drag the water hose clear from in back of the house to the front and side.  Plus you have to go to the basement to turn on the faucet. 

I worked on the pool much of the day yesterday.  There are way too many leaves in there.  I got most of them but there is still a bit more work to be done.  I shocked the pool again but it's still green so it seems we're going to have to buy a special algae treatment.  Hopefully by next weekend!!! 

Off to meditate.  I've been doing that regularly in the mornings then journaling.  It does start your day off nicely with a little relaxation. 

TTYL,

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on June 06, 2011, 07:10:56 am
Kim,

There are some fires around our area.  The main one is at the Okefenokee Swamp (also a tourist spot.) It's only about 18 miles away and borders 2 states (FL/GA.)  The wind is the factor with the smell.  There are fires in other counties around us, too.  I know one's about 40 miles away.  Yesterday the wind brought the smoke/smell our way.  It will probably be that way for a few days before it shifts.

You are really having a time with the pool.  That's got to be frustrating.  Hopefully that will change soon. 

I agree with you about meditating before starting your official day.  That and/or doing a devotion in the quiet early morning just seems to make for a better day.  I know with me I don't feel so rushed and trying to catch up with myself, lol. 

We've been keeping up with the trial of Casey Anthony on TRU tv.  I don't know if you have heard of her.  She lives in Orlando, FL, and is accused of killing her 2 year old daughter.  The problem is she lives in a world of lies and makes up her scenarios with people who don't even exist.  She said the nanny Zenaida Gonzolaz kidnapped her (nicknamed Zanny.)  It's been proven she's not real.  There is a real lady with that name but she has nothing whatsoever to do with what happened and has suffered because of this (threatening letters, emails, etc.)  She said a guy friend of hers introduced her to Zanny.  He hasn't even seen Casey in years and never heard of the lady.  Some people are inferring that Zanny is really Xanax that she could have used with the daughter so she could go party all the time, and maybe she overdosed her (speculation at this point.)  Anyway, it's been proven that the body was at one time was in the trunk of the car (horrible decomposing smell and other evidence), and she parked her car, at one time, near a dumpster and left it to sit there.  Anyway, I digress and I don't need to take your time away from your studies and your family time. 

Hope your studies are going well for you.  Talk to you later!

Julie  :)

 
Title: Fires and Casey
Post by: golotomer on June 07, 2011, 02:17:58 am
Julie,

Those fires are very scarey.  I know they have been a problem in Florida and California but didn't realize your area was involved.

I know the case you are talking about.  I haven't been following it real closely but I guess I formed my opinion early on and in my mind the mother was guilty.  I did pay a bit of attention when she accused the father to see if there was anything to it but dismissed that thought quickly. 

I hope they don't let this case drift on for much longer.  It has become sensationalized and now people are making money on it...except the taxpayers.

I'm studying the medical law and ethics now in school and I'm finding it challenging.  Everyone has such concrete opinions, right or wrong, and it makes it so dramatic to listen to the rantings of 20 year olds talking about things they have no idea about.  I have a hard time making concrete decisions on various things...I guess because I've lived a little life and see that things aren't always as cut and dry as they appear...on one hand...but then you see something like this trial or the OJ Simpson trial and your mind is made up and there is no turning back. 

One of my stumpers on last nights assignment was if it is ever legally or morally right to steal and my first thought is absolutely not, however, I think of examples such as...what if there was a life threatening situation and you had to steal to save a life.  For instance...your child is bit by a rattlesnake and you are in the woods with no transportation, no cell phone to call for help and not enough time to wait for a response but come along a car that is setting there with the keys in it...would you steal the car to get to help?  I know I would and gladly go to jail. 

I agree on the nightly devotion.  I'm supposed to be reading the book of John but I'm finding it hard to work everything into my schedule and I know a daily devotion should be a set pattern just like daily brushing of my hair and teeth.  I'll work on getting that in.   :angel11:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on June 07, 2011, 09:09:52 am
Kim,

I agree with you.  There is so much evidence against Casey Anthony that I would not see how someone could think otherwise.  But as we all know, everyone thinks differently about things.  The class you are taking, medical law and ethics, sounds interesting and like you said, challenging.  It's amazing how no matter what profession people are in that there are laws and ethics to be learned that are concentrated in that field.

Regarding the assignment on whether or not it is legally or morally right to steal, I have to agree with you on this.  I would say, typically, no stealing.  But, at the same time, I also think it would be according to what the situation is.  If it involved the life or death of anyone that I am around, then I'm absolutely sure I would do whatever I could to help the person, and then pay whatever penalty was deserved.  Like you, I'm not going to let someone die if it's in my power to help them. 

John is a great book for reading and dwelling in.  I'm in the book of Mark right now, and I should be doing way more than what I'm actually accomplishing.

My younger 2 children (son, 25, and daughter, 23) just told me that for Father's Day/Birthday for their dad (hubby Roddy) they bought him an I-Pad.  They have pooled their money together over time to do this.  It arrived this morning and they are going to go ahead and give it to him tonight.  That was really neat of them to do that.  Roddy's been wanting one since they first came out, but we just couldn't afford it yet.  He'll probably tell them they shouldn't have done it, yet have fun playing around on it checking things out!


"See ya later!!"

Julie  :)    :cat:
Title: Ipad
Post by: golotomer on June 08, 2011, 01:56:14 am
Oh Julie the Ipad is going to be so much fun for your hubby.  We don't have a pad yet but we have Cruz readers.  People think that the readers are just for reading ebooks but they do so much more.  We can access the internet, so we're able to check our emails, surf, store our music, watch Netflix, and much much more.  I imagine there is more you can do with the ipad and the response time is much faster.  Let me know what he thinks of it.  Bob would like to have one too but I'm thinking maybe Christmas.

He installed an application on my phone last night so that I can watch Netflix.  I can access my Kindle account on my phone too so can read my books.  I have little applications to help me with various things for school like my medical dictionary and drug cards.  Isn't technology great?! 

I have a report to do today for Med Law so I'm kind of nervous.  I chose the topic of the lawsuit that is going on in Arizona regarding the Medical Marijuana where the governor wants clarification on whether they are actually breaking Federal Law by dispensing it and allowing people to grow it for medical conditions. 

I am really having a problem wrapping my head around learning the metric system!  It's part of my Anatomy class if you can believe that.  It seems like I get a major brain cramp when I start to think about it yet they say it's easier than the English system we all know. 

Have a good day. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on June 08, 2011, 08:22:27 am
Kim,

I wish you could have seen his face last night when he opened the Ipad!  It was priceless.  And considering the hardship financially right now, he actually got emotional that our son and daughter were able to even afford to buy it.  They both gave up things they could have gotten and instead saved up to buy that for him.  He had the most fun trying out things last night (email, games, music, browsing books and seeing which ones he received free,...)  He teased me about it being an e-reader but I know he'll share, lol!

That was neat having Netflix installed on your phone.  Also the applications to help with school are great.  I'm enjoying my Kindle on my phone.  I always have a book (or books, lol) with me wherever I go, but sometimes do forget to change out or leave it in the car when I go in for doctor appointments.  Now I've got the Kindle on my phone to fill in.  Yes, technology is definitely great!!

Your report for Med Law sounds intriguing - I would be nervous myself if I had to do one on that subject.  It seems as if the idea of Medical Marijuana is becoming more of a focus topic than they thought it would or should.  I'd hate to be in the Governors' shoes when dealing with the legality of the law about this.  Let me know how it goes.  You'll do great!

Yes, they say the metric system is easier to learn but I feel that when we have been raised and taught our whole life on the English System, that it is actually harder for us.  To me, it's kind of like trying to learn Spanish, including conjugating the verbs and all.  I struggled with that!  When I taught 2nd and 3rd grades, we had a whole section on teaching the Metric System.  I had to work hard at getting it down for myself before I could actually teach them.  They picked it up so fast, though, and could figure things out quickly (a lot better than their teacher, lol, but they didn't know it!!)  Keep on keeping on!

Julie  :)
Title: Ipad
Post by: golotomer on June 09, 2011, 02:12:05 am
Julie,

I'm glad your DH is enjoying his new Ipad.  I'm sure he'll share.  There are acutally quite a few good free books out there to be had.  I have a few of the classics I'd like to reread or haven't read at all so there is a lot to choose from.

The report went well and really stirred debate in the room.  The thing we learned is that although our state isn't one that has legalized it there is a medication that is perscribed legally which is pure THC.  It is in a capsule form and not smokable.  I suppose other states are able to do the same. 

I believe our one dog, Cleo the Chow, is dying.  She has been losing control of her bowels the last few days.  It started out with little turds dropping here and there and then yesterday went into full blown diaherra. She has gone to the garage and doesn't even attempt to come in the house.  Bob will take her to the vet today but I'm pretty sure of the outcome.  She is probably 15 years old.  His back is hurting really badly so it's going to be hard if he has to bury her.  It's early as I write this but I might have to decide to take the day off of school to stay home to help him.  I'll update on FB later if we put her down. 

TTYL.   
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on June 09, 2011, 10:57:44 am
Kim,

I'm so sorry to hear about Cleo.  Bless his heart. Maybe (hopefully) the vet can help her.  But if not, I feel for you.  My cat, Gracie, will be 15 this month.  I'm not sure what I'll do when that time comes for her. We and our pets really get attached to each other, like family, and it's hard when we have to go through it.  I know it's hard the other way around, too.  When my mom died, her dog (which was our dog but they connected with each other so much after she "dog-sat" one week for us) was totally lost and mourned her.  My mom's cousin, who was real close with my mom, loved that dog and Max liked her a lot, too.  She asked that if I didn't take her back, could she take her.  I let her take her.  Now the cousin has a type of cancer and is not doing good.  Max is her comfort.  But if something happens to her I feel for Max.  Thanks for letting me know about Cleo.

I'm glad you're report went well.  It was a great topic so I'm not surprised to hear it got heated.  I have only recently heard about the capsules - I'm not absolutely sure, but I think it was about a debate in California.

Tomorrow is Friday already.  This week is going by quick.  Maybe you won't have too much studying to do.  "See" you soon!  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: dianne2012 on June 09, 2011, 02:23:08 pm
my new blog will be about how i got use to this site and to ket myself kn ow that this website change my ways of knowing how much money i now make
Title: Dianne
Post by: golotomer on June 10, 2011, 03:54:22 am
Hi Dianne,

Are you starting a blog on FC?  If so I'll try to stop by and visit. 

Julie,

I know what you mean about pets losing their owners.  It's sad for them too.  I don't have too much time left for FC post this morning.  I spent too much time posting stupid stuff to my facebook page.   :P

Wishing you and yours a great day! 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on June 10, 2011, 06:51:43 am
Kim,

Aahh, it's not stupid stuff!!  Your friends (including me) and family enjoy what you put on there! 

How is Cleo doing?

I'm going on my monthly trek today to get my Xolair shots.  I wanted to peek in here before I leave.  Hope your day goes well with your classes.  "See" ya later!

Julie  :)



Dianne,

I'll also check into your blog.  I agree that FC has helped a lot in many ways!  Have a great day!  :)
Title: Shots and stuff
Post by: golotomer on June 10, 2011, 01:08:40 pm
Cleo is holding her own.  She will drink some water but is barely eating.  We are going to give her a spray down with the hose tonight.  Her bowels are lose and the flies are bothering her.  She doesn't try to come in the house.  She is staying pretty much in the garage or breezeway.  I think she knows and is doing what dogs do.  I hope she just sleeps away.  She doesn't seem to be in any pain. 

It seems those shots are helping you doesn't it?  How is the Ipad going for your hubby? 

I'm going to try to get some kayaking in this weekend.  I have a test to study for too but must find ME time!  I'm supposed to go to the track tomorrow and doing timing for a motorcycle race too.  Don't know if I can work that one in though as my daughter wants me to babysit for her boyfriends kids so they can attend a wedding.  Too much to do and not enough hours or energy. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on June 10, 2011, 09:47:01 pm
I'm really sorry about Cleo.  I feel for her.  Like you said, if it's her time I hope she'll go in her sleep.  I hate to see animals in pain.

Kayaking sounds like something fun and different.  I hope you get to go - that would be some great "me" time!!  The motorcycle race timing seems different, too.  You have the most interesting things around you to do or be a part of!!!

The shots are still kicking in and helping some.  I still don't have any sign of bronchitis (since Jan.), so that is a big plus!!  My complexion is even looking better - more color and less of the darkness and puffiness of my eyes.  Friends have made comments just this week about that.  I am having an asthma flare-up though.  My breathing is off and I'm coughing more (not the congested but the hard/dry cough.)  My peak flow reading was 10 points less than the last 3 months' readings.  She has me on my inhaler and/or nebulizer every 4 hours for several days.  She thinks some of the problem is probably the smoke that is here and down there where I travel to get the shots.  I'm supposed to stay in as much as possible for a few days until the smoke lessens.  There are a couple of new fires down there (about 2 hours away) and near here in a couple of closer counties from ours.  No rain in the forecast either for a few more days.

With everything you have going on this weekend, I hope you get a lot accomplished and some "me" time as well. Talk with you soon!

Julie  :)



Title: Saturday
Post by: golotomer on June 11, 2011, 03:44:55 am
Julie,

I would imagine your complexion is doing better if you are getting more oxygen to your cells.  I hadn't really thought of that before but it makes sense.  I know when my allergies are kicking up I get really dark circles under my eyes.  The pollen count is down a bit here because most of the flowering trees and shrubs have spent themself.  I know too what you mean about the fires.  That is why I avoid burning leaves or brush or even sitting around a campfire.  Every time I do I get terribly congested or even a sinus infection. 

I got really sick a couple of years ago camping out because of sitting around the fire and having the smoke drift over our tent all night. 

Scoring for the race is out.  I have to babysit Amya until 1, drive to my other daughter's house and watch her boyfriends two kids, while they attend a wedding today.  My son and his girlfriend are supposed to come up there to visit me while I'm watching those kids.  Tomorrow at 9 we are planning the kayak "coffee" float and then going from 2-5 to a winery to watch a friends trio play.  Then home, study for a test and start the week again. 

Trying to mix some pleasure into the weekend but hoping it doesn't affect my test scores.  It's hard squeezing everything in!

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on June 11, 2011, 08:22:30 am
For sure, you are busy with the kids this weekend.  I'm glad your son is visiting with you some, too.  It's always nice to visit with our own!

Call me naive or ignorant, lol, but what exactly is a kayak "coffee" float?  That puts several scenes in my mind just by the title of that, lol!  Since I've never been kayaking or know anyone who has, I'm not familiar with any of the terms.

You talked about the winery and watching friends trio play.  Here is another naive question about what that is!!  I asked hubby if he had heard of it and he hasn't either.  I could look it up and use my fingers and brain but would rather ask you.  Forgive me for not knowing what these things are - we just don't seem to hear of those things down here!  We do have tubing at the springs, horse polo, rodeos, etc.  I guess it depends on where you live, the terrain, weather, etc.!

You'll do fine on your test, I just know it!  I think you know it deep down, yourself, or you would be really fretting about finding the extra time to study - you go, girl!!!!  I'll pray for you like I used to pray for my tests - that when I knew I studied but was unsure of myself, that I would be guided to the right answers!  I don't mind the multiple choice because of trying to narrow down the choices!

Okay, enough of me rambling on - sorry about that!  Maybe I should go back and erase most of it,  but it's like we're having a conversation online/typed and you get to see how rambley I  can really get!!  I'll catch up some more later - I've kept you busy here enough!!!

Julie  :)
Title: kayak coffee float and wineries
Post by: golotomer on June 12, 2011, 04:08:55 pm
Hi Julie,

First off let me say that the kayak coffee float didn't take place.  Its cold here today, only in the sixties and the sky was full of rain clouds.  Don't feel naive about not knowing what the coffee float is.  A friend has a coffee house in the town where we kayak.  On the mornings we start out early he comes to the launch and sets up a coffee brewing station.  He serves coffee, lattes and cappacinos before we go out on the water. 

The winery is where they grow grapes and serve wine and beer.  There is a restaurant there and the band usually sets up on the patio or a small nook in the restaurant and you can eat dinner and have a drink while you're listening.  That didn't happen either.  We got to talking and goofing around at the house and I just wanted to get home. 

We relaxed in the hot tub a bit though and went to do some bargain shopping at the Salvation army store.  I got a cute top and a pair of shoes.  Something to perk me up this week!  Took the kids for a sundae and went for a long ride down along the river.  I took a friend with me who has been dealing with some family issues and she was thrilled to get away from the house for a night and just relax.  I'm glad she went as I think it did her a world of good.

I'm tired though and even though its only 7 I think I'm going to go lay down and read.  I probably won't last more than a couple of pages.  TTYL,

KIm   

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: keauhou on June 12, 2011, 04:15:07 pm
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Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on June 12, 2011, 06:45:57 pm
I am also 56 and I am retiring soon to stay home and take care of an ill family member. Fusion Cash allows me to pick up extra cash while staying close to my loved ones. I adore gardening and knitting and reading about travel. I also love to surf the internet.

Hi, Keauhou, it's nice to meet you!  You are right about FC helping to earn some extra cash.  I hope your ill family member will be okay.  I love gardening and flowers, too, but my asthma won't let me get out into the soil and heat much at all.  I've never knitted but do counted cross-stitch and have crocheted some in the past.  I hope to "see" you again soon!  Hope your weekend is going well for you!  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on June 12, 2011, 07:11:39 pm
Kim,

The kayak coffee float makes perfect sense since you explained it to me.  That's really neat what your friend does for everyone before the kayaking.  Sorry it didn't happen this weekend for you.

The winery sounds interesting with the restaurant and the band playing. I would like to visit a winery one day if I ever have an opportunity.

That ride down the river sounds really nice and relaxing. It seems to have been a great idea for your friend to go with you.  I'd like to go on that one, lol!

Cutting it short tonight - I'm tired tonight, too.  Rough weekend with the asthma shots plus the asthma flare-up.  I'm still on the inhaler/nebulizer every 4 hours.  I'm also on my codiene cough medicine which makes me drowsy.

Good luck on your test and hope you have a very productive week!  "See" you soon!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: kbagwell on June 12, 2011, 07:51:10 pm
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Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on June 12, 2011, 09:03:35 pm
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I totally agree with you!  I do not like the major heat we get down here in the south.  So it really takes away from the desire to go out in it much unless I have to or it's very early in the morning with a nice breeze.

Working in a library would be a fun job!  Like you, I love to read!!  I'm not too good at bowling but enjoy it with family and friends.  I also play the piano, and voice was my major in college (as was music and education.)  You don't hear of too many people who can play the harmonica!  I dabble at it but would love to play it more - with my asthma, I just don't have enough breath.  I do play the guitar, and enjoy it a lot.

Hope to "talk" with you again in here!  Have a nice week!  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on June 13, 2011, 01:51:31 am
Hi keauhou,

I'm glad you stopped by to say hello.  I too hope all will be well with your family member.  It's always nice hearing from another knitter!  What type of things do you like to knit?  About all I do with knitting anymore is scarves and hats.  I just don't seem to have the time or paitence to tackle larger projects these days. 

I hope you'll stop by often.  Wishing you a wonderful day.

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on June 13, 2011, 01:56:06 am
Hi kbagwell,

Wow you sound talented.  I share several of your interests but never learned harmonica.  I love hearing harmonica music though.  Neil Youngs harmonica parts always captured my attention. 

I'm not real big on going out in the real hot weather either.  Unless I can put my feet in some cool water I avoid being outside too long when it's really hot. 

Hope you'll stop by often and become part of our little "blog family". 

Enjoy your day. 

Kim
Title: Julie
Post by: golotomer on June 13, 2011, 02:00:13 am
Julie,

Sorry to hear you're suffering again.  I was hoping the newest shot would be helping you.  Just take care of Julie and think good thoughts toward good health.   

I too am cutting this short this morning so I can get a little more studying done before class.  The weekend just flew!  I'm tired just thinking about 5 more days of school.  I will get a nice break at the end of the month.  I'll be off school for ten days between July 1 and the 10th.  Yippee!
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on June 13, 2011, 09:38:51 am
Kim,

Yes, the weekend flew by, even for me pretty much stuck inside.  I'm a little better (the cough is eased up but my chest is still tight) and don't feel as puny from the shots today.  Just a little slow moving this morning but better.  Roddy and I are really wondering if the shots are going to kick in more than they have. It's been 8 months now.  I'm glad the bronchitis is being held back - that's great!  But it didn't do much for this flare-up I'm having.  I'm sure my specialist will meet with me again in another month or two to discuss the benefits of continuing or not.

Back to the books and tests for you again this week!  I really hope your test(s) go great for you!  I'm very glad you get those 10 days off coming up - at least you know you have a reward of time off for all of your hard work for the next few weeks!

I'm glad there are more friends checking your blog out.  There is a lot of talent just in this blog of people and it's nice getting to know them!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: Jasmine81 on June 13, 2011, 10:49:51 am
I am 30 years old.  I make money, have ALWAYS made sure that my bills are paid, but I am not a crazy spender, or I don't buy things just spure of the moment.  My mom is the complete opposite, and whenever we go shopping she has to nearly twist my arm into buying myself something that I need or want.

I love to work.  And I love working from home.  Not only do I get to do fun sites like this, but I also do advertising for different friends of mine that own their own companies.  I am also a Virtual Assistant, I do transcription work, I work on and design websites.  So I never really get bored.  If anything I am always really busy working on something.  But I like it that way.

I don't have any kids.  Not sure if I will or not.  I do at least want to.  There was a time in my life where I didn't even want to have kids.  Not even when I was in my 10 year relationship.  But who knows what the future holds.  I am not looking for anything.  I am just going with the flow, living my life, and having fun.

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: gbabesmom on June 13, 2011, 11:22:06 am
I'm 38, married with two boys...3years old and 18 months. I have Multiple Sclerosis so I don't work but I take care of my little guys all day. I like to crochet, cook and bake. I am a frugal gal. I wash plastic bags that don't hold raw meat. My husband thinks I'm nuts when I wash tin foil. ::)  I am a Christian and I enjoy going to church and reading His Word. Of course I like FC too.  :wave:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: mary_k on June 13, 2011, 02:16:18 pm
I'm 44 and just got a business degree, but am thinking of going back to school for dental assistant
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on June 14, 2011, 01:53:35 am
I am 30 years old.  I make money, have ALWAYS made sure that my bills are paid, but I am not a crazy spender, or I don't buy things just spure of the moment.  My mom is the complete opposite, and whenever we go shopping she has to nearly twist my arm into buying myself something that I need or want.

Hi Jasmine,

What you do for a living sounds really interesting.  I'm like you in the frugality department!  I make it a game to save money.  I always told my kids its not what you make but what you save that makes the difference.  I very seldom buy new clothes or things for the house.  I'm a yard sale and second hand store shopping.  Just the other day I purchased a really nice outfit of two shirts, for layering, for less than 8 dollars.  Everybody compliments me on my clothes but they don't know that I buy used. 

I like your comment about living your life by going with the flow.  That's a great way to go...relax and float downstream.

Kim
Title: gbabesmom
Post by: golotomer on June 14, 2011, 01:56:46 am
I'm 38, married with two boys...3years old and 18 months. I have Multiple Sclerosis so I don't work but I take care of my little guys all day. I like to crochet, cook and bake. I am a frugal gal. I wash plastic bags that don't hold raw meat. My husband thinks I'm nuts when I wash tin foil. ::)  I am a Christian and I enjoy going to church and reading His Word. Of course I like FC too.  :wave:

Awww sweetie, sorry about the MS.  I have a friend with the same and she has been staving it off as best as she can by following all doctors orders and meds and getting as much exercise as her body will allow her.  You are apparently getting loads of exercise too with two little boys! 

You wash that tin foil girl!  Every little bit counts.  Good for you for your Christian belief and activities.  It's great to have faith. 

Kim
Title: Mary K
Post by: golotomer on June 14, 2011, 02:00:14 am
I'm 44 and just got a business degree, but am thinking of going back to school for dental assistant

Mary,

Are you finding it difficult to find a job with your Business Degree?  I too am back in school, going for my associates in Medical Assisting.  I thought about the dental but it wasn't one of the degrees that was offered for TRA people like me.  TRADE ACT, meaning that my job, web QA analyst was outsourced to another country.   

I think anything in the medical field will be worth the effort.  I just don't think any jobs are going to pay as much as they did before this economy crash. 

Good luck with whatever decision you make. 

KIm
Title: Julie
Post by: golotomer on June 14, 2011, 02:04:55 am
Sure hoping they find the right cocktail to get you to feeling better.  I'm guessing that the summer months are worse on you than winter? 

I'm finding my eyesight is giving me a bad problem when trying to read and concentrate on my studies.  I have distance glasses for driving but I've been using the cheap little reading glasses from the bargain stores but think I might have to go to a prescription.  I'm going to call WalMart and ask if they could make me glasses from my last eye exam, which was in the fall of last year.  I'll see if that helps.  I'm seeing floaters in my eyes much of the time and my eyes get tired so fast. 

So far this semester seems harder than last.  My Business Law and Anatomy classes are really tough to pull a decent grade.  I only got a B on the test yesterday. 

Off to study more this morning.  I'm wishing you a better day today than you've been having. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on June 14, 2011, 10:46:41 pm
I am 30 years old.  I make money, have ALWAYS made sure that my bills are paid, but I am not a crazy spender, or I don't buy things just spure of the moment.  My mom is the complete opposite, and whenever we go shopping she has to nearly twist my arm into buying myself something that I need or want.

I love to work.  And I love working from home.  Not only do I get to do fun sites like this, but I also do advertising for different friends of mine that own their own companies.  I am also a Virtual Assistant, I do transcription work, I work on and design websites.  So I never really get bored.  If anything I am always really busy working on something.  But I like it that way.

I don't have any kids.  Not sure if I will or not.  I do at least want to.  There was a time in my life where I didn't even want to have kids.  Not even when I was in my 10 year relationship.  But who knows what the future holds.  I am not looking for anything.  I am just going with the flow, living my life, and having fun.


I really like your outlook on life!  It's very positive.  It sounds neat what you do for online work.  After teaching for so many years I guess I kind of unsure of trying some of the type work you do for fear of making myself look foolish, lol.  You keep doing what you're doing - you are a great example setter for ones like me!!  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on June 14, 2011, 10:50:00 pm
I'm 38, married with two boys...3years old and 18 months. I have Multiple Sclerosis so I don't work but I take care of my little guys all day. I like to crochet, cook and bake. I am a frugal gal. I wash plastic bags that don't hold raw meat. My husband thinks I'm nuts when I wash tin foil. ::)  I am a Christian and I enjoy going to church and reading His Word. Of course I like FC too.  :wave:

I'm so sorry you have to deal with MS.  You sound like you don't let it slow you down one bit and that's great!  I'm a Christian, too, and am involved in church and reading His Word.  I work with the children with music, choirs, and handbells and enjoy it a lot.  You keep saving and being frugal - there's nothing wrong with that whatsoever!  Take care of yourself, too.  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on June 14, 2011, 10:52:41 pm
I'm 44 and just got a business degree, but am thinking of going back to school for dental assistant

You're doing great!  Like Kim said, there is always a need for employment in the medical field, even with this weird economy going on.  Now that I'm unemployed I'm looking at different things that I can hopefully work at home with.  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on June 14, 2011, 11:05:18 pm
Hi Kim,

Yes, summer months and my asthma don't get along well at all.  I have to spend more time inside than not during the summer.  I don't like what I'm going through at all, but have to push in that lower lip, keep my chin up, and keep on anyway.  I don't want to ever sound like a complainer on here, either.  Some days are pretty good while others are ridiculous. 

I know what you mean about your eyes - mine are starting to do the same.  I guess it's the age we reach when certain things happen, lol (not!)  I'm nearsighted and wear glasses for that.  But it's starting to mess with me when I'm trying to read a book (say at bedtime) and it's like my eyes are not cooperating with each other when reading.  I get irritated with the slight blur and how I have to hold the book further out.  I don't want to give in and get the bigger print either (pride rules!)  Let me know how yours work if you get them from Walmart.  I guess I may end up going that route, too.

Business Law and Anatomy are heavy classes to begin with.  Taking them both in the same term has got to be tough and time-consuming.  Actually, you know, a B is a good grade.  But at the same time, I'm like you in that I aim for those A's to the best of my ability.  Keep up the hard work - you are doing well!!

Talk to you later!  Have a nice day today and do well with your school!! 

Julie  :)
Title: School, dog, and other dribble
Post by: golotomer on June 15, 2011, 02:00:55 am
Julie, 

It's going to be a while before I have time to get the glasses.  I'm too busy to get to the doctor right now.  I went to the library to study last night for a change and it helped being at a good table where I could spread out and the right light.  I think I'll do that more often.  It's just not right at the house and with the baby around it's tough to get quiet time. 

It's still dark as I write this message but I'm pretty sure Cleo didn't make it through the night.  She never seemed to be in pain but she had quit eating and drinking the last couple of days and was laying around leaking something from either her rear or one of the big cysts on her stomach.  It smelled quite bad.  Yesterday she just laid in the grass in the same spot all day.  When Bob got home at 9 he talked to her a bit but she didn't seem to realize anyone was even there.  He will have quite a time burying her today as she is a large dog.  We will have to power wash the breezeway and patio where she has been laying too.  We would have taken her to be put to sleep if she had been in pain but she seemed perfectly content to just lay in the yard so we let her go naturally.  I just feel badly that the odor kept me from petting her much more than a chuck on the chin or pat on the head. 

When my Schnauzer died I laid with him for three days, holding him, petting and talking to him and I wasn't able to do that for poor old Cleo. 

Yes I do strive for A's but as I said these classes seem harder to comprehend.  The books are laid out oddly as well and it's harder to find the answers to the homework.  In my favor the younger girls are complaining of the same things.  They are struggling as much as I am without the added eye problems. 

Off to study some more before I leave for school.  Praying for a day of good breathing for you.   :thumbsup:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on June 15, 2011, 08:13:20 am
Kim,

I'm so sorry about Cleo.  That's a sad heart when a pet dies.  Did you say you had another dog?  How is that one coping without Cleo around to pal with?  Sometimes the other pets grieve as well.

I love the library.  When I was in college, I spent a lot of time in our library for the very reasons you mentioned.  I like the atmosphere in there and love the smell of books.  Strange thing, though, I haven't even visited the small library in our little town since we moved here 3 years ago.  I need to do so, soon, since they have been building a new and larger one.

In the Casey Anthony trial, the prosecution rested their case.  The defense today is filing a motion for acquital this morning.  They've been trying to get this ever since the trial started, but the judge keeps denying it.  They let the jury leave for the rest of the day so both sides could put their opposite points to the judge.  He's taking the rest of the day to study and to give his decision today or tomorrow morning.  Otherwise, the defense is supposed to start presenting their case tomorrow.

Hope your day goes well for you!

Julie  :)
Title: Cleo and other things
Post by: golotomer on June 15, 2011, 05:22:42 pm
Cleo didn't seem to suffer.  She just sort of slept away.  The cancer spot leaked profusely the last week and really seemed to pop yesterday afternoon.  We do have two other dogs but she had only been with them since I moved in here last August.  She was already so old that she didn't pay them much attention as she wasn't able to chase around like they do.  Her favorite time spent with me was in the kitchen waiting for scraps and the brushings I would give her that she hadn't had in many years.  My oldest dog would go check on Cleo every time she was outside this past week.  Yesterday it was if she said her goodbyes.  With the toddler moving in I don't think my dogs have had time to wonder where Cleo went.  They are too busy trying to stay out of the way or playing with the new stuffed toys Amya is leaving laying around. 

I've always liked libraries too.  I miss the big city libraries though.  More often than not when I want to borrow a book they don't have it in this small town.  I had to pay 30 dollars to join this library because I don't live within city limits and when I tried to borrow through the interlibrary loan their rules wouldn't allow that either!  I won't pay that fee next year.  I don't borrow books that often anyhow.  I can never read anything within two weeks time! 

Casey Anthony's case needs to be settled and get the circus to leave town.  I still think it is so sensationalized there is money to be made so they are stretching it out. 


Got another B.  Not good enough for me the overachiever.  I have to get those glasses and get back on track.  Just way too much going on in my life.  I want peace, calm and more balance in my life!

Later...Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: yellahammer09 on June 15, 2011, 06:04:17 pm
I am currently attending school online at Ashford University. In September, I will have completed my Masters in education/educational technology leadership. I will walk across the stage in October and I am so excited. It has been a long road and I have worked very hard to get this far. I have 2 1/2 classes left and I cant wait!
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on June 16, 2011, 02:40:34 am
I am currently attending school online at Ashford University. In September, I will have completed my Masters in education/educational technology leadership. I will walk across the stage in October and I am so excited. It has been a long road and I have worked very hard to get this far. I have 2 1/2 classes left and I cant wait!


Good for you yellahammer09.  You should be proud and excited.  Good luck in the future!
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on June 16, 2011, 12:20:04 pm
I am currently attending school online at Ashford University. In September, I will have completed my Masters in education/educational technology leadership. I will walk across the stage in October and I am so excited. It has been a long road and I have worked very hard to get this far. I have 2 1/2 classes left and I cant wait!


That is excellent!!  I'm proud for you!  It's definitely not easy getting there and wish the best for you in your new endeavor after you complete those last 2 1/2 classes!  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on June 16, 2011, 12:32:10 pm
Hi Kim,

You mentioned the baby being there.  Are you both having the company for awhile?  That would definitely be different with the quiet time, lol. 

Not much here today.  I'm trying to get this written and posted, along with the paid stuff before the electricity goes out again.  We've got new fires in neighboring counties that are spreading.  The smoke is horrific now.  We had a bad electrical storm in the wee hours this morning with hardly any rain but major winds which has increased the smoke levels here.  There are several fires in north FL, too, and it is bad between down there and up here.

They have evacuated a couple of counties at this point (one town is only about 18 miles away from us.)  So right now, all eyes are kind of on what's going on. I'll try to get on later.  The electricity has gone off twice (during the storm) and then today as well.  Talk to you soon.

Julie 
Title: Fires, company and other dribble :)
Post by: golotomer on June 16, 2011, 01:04:00 pm
Sorry to hear about the fires.  That can't be helping your breathing. I wish I could send you some of the rain we are having. 

To explain the baby in the house...Bob's step-daughter has left her husband and moved in with us.  I'm glad we can help her but things have changed in our daily living arrangement drastically.  There isn't the amount of quiet and solitude we used to have and I'm being asked to babysit far more than I was/am willing to do.  With the "other" situation we have going on here, which is not known to any family members on his side, it is difficult to discuss our feelings or what is occurring with counseling.  I love the little girl and have had no quarrels with the mother but there are behavior factors that are a little overwhelming and other living courtesies that I don't feel are being met.  For instance, I can no longer keep any of my personal toiletry items in the bathroom because their personal items have overtaken mine and every day items, such as hair brushes, combs and toothbrushes are no longer being found in their rightful spot so that I've found it necessary to pack an overnight bag with what I need so I can get ready for school in the mornings.  I'm not talking moved to the living room or kitchen...I mean in their room where I can hardly barge in at 6 in the morning to retrieve.  My choleas, flowers and other garden plants are being stripped of their blossom and leaves because the child is not corrected.  When I tell her, nicely, not to do that (or other things) I'm the culprit and she is very verbal and backtalks to me. 

Details, details...I've basically made myself become invisible and have merely adapted to the situation by taking care of my needs in whatever way I'm able without being confrontational.  I realize there are always adjustments to be made when two families come together but with everything else going on in my life with school, the counseling, etc and the fact that this isn't my house and he and I are not married and this is not only not my step-child but his....I'm feeling way overwhelmed.   :dontknow:  I'm trying my best to conform but somehow I feel as though I'm giving more than what I'm receiving and that will only lead to resentment in the end. 

Enough of me and my waa, waa, wass. off to study. 

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on June 16, 2011, 02:02:36 pm
Kim,

After I sent my last post, the electricity, did indeed, go out again.  It's just come back on but not sure for how long.  We also have a major electrical storm coming in so I think we're going to have to shut the computers down in a few.

I'm sorry you are having to go through this interruption and distraction right now.  I really do feel for you and understand, to a point, of what you are dealing with.  I hope some changes are made to ease the discomfort or it's really going to mess up what you and Bob have tried lately to do.  I hate hearing about your poor flowers after the effort you've put into them.

As of last night, we are going through a similar situation with our dtr-in-law.  Our son is due back from deployment in Nov. and he and I are supposed to discuss me signing the deed (of my mom's house, since she died) over to them with he and I together.  Since he left, she and her mom have been "bullying" me into going ahead and signing it over to her now.  I won't do it.  She got mad at that.  Then she and her mom went behind my back and tried to have the homeowner's insurance changed to her name but since I'm the executor of the estate (and the agent is a long time family friend) they wouldn't do it.  She found out that my daughter's name is on the insurance with mine.   I told her it was for 2 years ago when she was living there for a period of time so it wouldn't be left empty.  I also told her I would add her and my son's name to the insurance and to let me know.  Instead she and her mom went behind my back.  So now she deleted all of us off of FB - she knows it will hurt me because that's how I keep up with my granddaughters, including their pictures.  

I sent her a private message letting her know that if she doesn't want to work with me until our son gets back (as per their agreement when he left) that maybe he and I should discuss other options about the house.  She informed me that my mom's dining room furniture was hers now, not mine since they are going to buy the house.  I had told her that we were coming to pick up that and some other things to bring up here since I had let the previous renters use them while renting.  She's given some other things of my daughter's to her mom and denies they were ever there.  My son told his sister that the boxes could stay on one side of the garage until either he gets back or we get down there to get them.  When I went the other day, she wasn't there and the boxes are gone.  I passed by her mom's house - their garage is always open and guess what's all out on there half opened and sitting out?

Her mom, years ago, tried to get my son and my hubby both fired from their jobs,  It didn't work.  She threatened me and told me to watch my back if I'm ever alone in public and she sees me.  Our dtr-in-law had restraining orders against both parents and was living with us at that time when our son was on a different deployment.  That's when our first granddaughter was born.  We protected her and did a lot for her during that time and now this.  I'm at a loss right now about what exactly to do. We always get the girls for 3 weeks during the summer and I have an uneasy feeling she won't let them now because of all of this going on.  I don't want my son being burdened with this while he is out and dealing with his own problems during this unstable time over there where he's at.  I will be glad when he's back - he'll also be on shore duty for 3 years.  I'm thankful for that.

So, in return, thanks for letting me also give my waa, waaas, too.  You're in my heart thoughts and my prayers, Kim.  Hang in there, okay?

Thankful for our friendship,

Julie
Title: waas
Post by: golotomer on June 17, 2011, 03:29:12 am
Julie, 

I'm on a limited time frame this morning but wanted to get my daily post in and let you know I had read your message.  You and I need another forum where we can post anonomously so we vent more!   :crybaby2:

Friends can be so important in helping you through the hard times of your life!  Thank you for being a friend.  :notworthy:

I will send you an email over the weekend...I promise! 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on June 17, 2011, 07:53:07 am
Kim,

You have a great point.   :thumbsup: Friends do help you make it through some rough times.  Sometimes I feel there are some closer, more caring friends I've never even met in person!!  I've noticed that true "online" friends stick through the thick and the thin, no matter what the situation/s.  Some "in-person" friends suddenly change when the going gets rough and they don't really want to get bogged down.  I can understand that totally.  But my heart  :heart: gets involved with family or friends (whether in person or online) and I want to help or encourage or comfort in any way I can.  I know that feeling of helplessness, frustration, fear, etc. of going through situations myself and how much it helps for someone to actually listen and stand by my side when things happen.  I'm thankful that we have met, through your blog, and on FB, and gotten to know each other.  It would be wonderful if we could actually meet, in person, one day down the road!  :D  There are about 3 or 4 in this forum I would love to meet in person, including you!!

Here's to you having a great school day and maybe a surprisingly good night - Sounds like you two should try and head out on another date night this weekend!  :star:

(((hugs))),

Julie  :)    :cat:



 
Title: Good morning
Post by: golotomer on June 18, 2011, 03:11:13 am
Julie, 

Again I'm on limited time this morning but hope to get an email out to you later.  As to the situation with your DIL...how dare her!  I'm all about keeping relationships together but if she was married to my son I'd really feel for his situation.  She sounds really controlling, disrespectful and unethical especially in light of what you have done to help them and the fact that you are her husband's mother.  I wouldn't treat a stranger the way she has treated you! 

That whole thing with their family and the facebook pages is so immature.  I hate it when people take their fights online.  There is nothing classy about mouthing off in an online format. 

Question...what would you think of me setting up an anonymous blog site where we could chat more openly but it would also be out there for others to join in and vent and discuss whatever topic comes to mind?  I don't want to do that on facebook for sure and on here is okay for daily howdy dos but there are just somethings you don't go into details about. 

I can set something up pretty quickly if you are interested. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on June 18, 2011, 08:22:31 am
Kim,

I would most definitely be interested in an anonymous blog!  Let me know when it's ready!

My DIL still hasn't responded to my note - basically ignoring me.  What she doesn't know is on Tuesday I have to go back to the doctor down there and either my MIL or my FIL is going to go with me and just show up at my mom's house.  We are going to ask to pick up our/their/Veronica's items from the garage.  If she is at her mom's we'll stop there, instead, and ask the same thing.  I can't imagine how she's going to explain herself out of this one with those items either in her mom's garage.  They may have sold them by now for all I know.  They have been known to do that.  Her mom once worked at a consignment shop (during the time we were "protecting" our DIL) and was caught stealing and re-selling store items.

My MIL and FIL just don't want me to go alone, and our DIL is kind of afraid of them - so just their presence, they are hoping, will maybe put her in her place.  They're thinking if she knows they are involved, that our son is going to find out what she's doing.  He'll be furious when he finds out what's going on.

Hoping your situation is bearable today since you are off.  Thanks for the email!  TTYL, my friend! :)

Julie  :heart:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on June 18, 2011, 09:09:17 am
I'm glad they are going with you.  Surely she won't show her butt with an audience. 

Here is the site.  I only had time for one post and haven't had time to rearrange the site the way I want but this will get us started.  I'm going to see if I can add you as an administrator so you can help run it.  For now it's good enough to get us started but we could offer it to other people if we decide to open it up in the future. 

http://sisterhoodofthewaawaas.blogspot.com/2011/06/let-blogging-begin.html
Title: Father's Day
Post by: golotomer on June 19, 2011, 04:14:22 am
Just a quick note to wish everyone a happy father's day.  Although my dad died in 1985 I still miss him.

http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=gr&GSln=rumbarger&GSfn=james&GSbyrel=all&GSdyrel=all&GSob=n&GRid=14604868&df=all&
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jka861 on June 19, 2011, 05:11:05 am
I'm always looking for a place to blog and discuss things on my mind or that of my friends.  What better place than here! 

A little about myself, I'm 56 years old, currently unemployed and trying to stay afloat in today's economy.  I always was very frugal minded and have been participating in and honing my skills in voluntary simplicity for many years. 

I'm planning on going back to school as of February for Medical Assistant in hopes that a job in the medical field will be easier to find that one in IT where I used to work. 

I knit, crochet, work on genealogy, raise three fur babies and spend a lot of time on the computer playing games or chatting with friends on social networks. 

I'm also looking for a new friend or new project to keep me busy. 

Tell me a little about yourself and let's chat.
I enjoy this post. I discovered this forum yesterday and I think it is a great community. I love working on my blogs, helping people sharpen their skills. I enjoy learning new things. I especially love anything about finances, now to make money, save money, etc.

I just came back from a trip to Germany, to attend my daughter's graduation.  I had a great time. I like reading Forbes, Fortune, USA Today, Newsweek. I spend time on Facebook, Twitter and I like meeting new people. I just wanted to say hello and wish everyone a Happy Father's Day! :wave:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on June 19, 2011, 09:45:14 am
I want to wish all of your families a Happy Father's Day.  :)
Title: Father's day
Post by: golotomer on June 20, 2011, 01:52:32 am
Good Monday morning. 

Monday's are a bad way to spend 1/7 of your life!   :angel11:

Hope everyone had a good Father's day.  I spent mine with my son.  He never sees his Dad so he called and asked to take me to dinner.  We spent the day shopping and getting some things ready for him to move to his new apartment.  He and his fiance will be moving July 1st and this apartment will be some better than the last.  It's one the first floor instead of the second and is on a level street instead of one on a steep hill.  The kitchen is larger with more cabinets and they will have a basement for their washer and dryer.  The only drawback to the new apartment is the 70's carpeting.   :peace:

Till later.

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on June 20, 2011, 01:14:03 pm
I agree.  Sometimes Mondays make me want to say "Bad Morning!" instead of "Good Morning," lol. 

I'm glad you were able to spend time with your son this weekend.  It's good to see a close mom/son bond.  I won't go into on here but will elsewhere a little later.  Suffice it to say at least our oldest son sent his dad an email for Father's Day.

Going back to the doctor tomorrow for her to listen to lungs, chest, and cough.  I am taking advantage while I'm down there of meeting up with 2 wonderful teacher friends for a long lunch before I head back home.  I just hope the smoke holds off both here and there like yesterday and today.  It's looked rather nice out but smells smokey and is extremely hot.  I did go see some friends Sat. night for a bit.  I was having cabin fever and really needed to get out for awhile.  We had a nice time.

Hope your Monday, the rest of the day/night, is better than the start of it was!  "See" ya soon!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on June 21, 2011, 01:48:25 am
Julie, 

I'm glad you were able to get out and have a little fun.  I hope things are good with your exam.  Did you and your inlaws get to take your trip and what was the outcome? 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on June 21, 2011, 03:00:18 pm
Hi Kim,

I had a busy but fun trip, getting to visit with my friends after my dr. appt.  The smoke is still really bad, even the 2 hours away I had to travel.  I'm still on the inhaler, but still no bronchitis sounds (Yay!!)  The cough is an irritant but not as bad since no bronchitis.  My father-in-law had to go out of town.  My mother-in-law and my daughter are going to go this weekend when there is more time.  I have my class reunion down there and she's got a couple of friends to see.  They said they would try and go Sat.  They didn't want all my time taken from my friends - they're so sweet!!!

My DIL's mother asked to be my friend on FB today.  You know she's up to something mean to do that.  My son must have questioned his wife and the MIL about some things I wrote him about and she's probably ready for a fight.  I haven't heard from him since that lengthy email I sent on Sun. to let him know exactly what's going on.  He did email his dad for Father's Day but did not call him.  So, I'm going to bide my time; ignore the MIL's request so she doesn't mess up my FB wall with her vindictiveness; give him time to digest the email and what's going on; and let my dtr and my MIL do their thing on Sat.

I must have sent 4 or 5 test "comments" on your blog. It asks me which profile, I click on the Google account since my blogs are under that umbrella, so-to-speak.  It takes me to the Google/Blog account sign-in page; I sign in; it takes me back to the sister's blog; asks me to enter the code and I do; then it takes me right back to the Google/Blog account page to start all over again.  I don't know if I'm doing something wrong but I did look up the Help section and there have been a lot of complaints of the same sort going on since May.  They said they were working on it.  Anyway, I'll keep trying in my spare time to see I if I can get a response to yours on the page.  It will let me email it but I thought we were doing it on the blog page, so I'll keep on keeping on.....

I hope you have had a good day.  Hope your classes are easing up some.  Talk to you soon!

Julie  :)
Title: Facebook and other blog site
Post by: golotomer on June 22, 2011, 04:04:18 am
Julie,

Glad you got to visit friends.  Hoping the fires will cease soon.  I suppose you read my comment on FB about the fire that started at my son's yard sale from the magnifying mirror?  Something like that can start a fire so quickly. 

I don't like drama of any kind and least of all on FB.  I don't think that's the right venue to air family problems.  I wouldn't add anyone as a friend that I thought was going to make an embarassing situation.  If you do add her eventually I would monitor all comments and just one thing off color she would be gone, gone, gone.  Squabbling online is something I consider immature and ignorant. 

I don't know what's up with the blogsite.  I haven't had the time to get out there and scoop things out properly.  Too much homework and things going on at home.  I will say that for now I have decided to "stay" here and in the relationship.  We had a long talk and my fears were appeased for now.  I sway back and forth quite a bit but I guess that's understandable given the situation.   :dontknow:  For today my paranoia is tucked safely into my back pocket and I'm moving forward. 

Have you ever looked into the benefits of an herb called Mulletin?  Check it out and maybe ask your doctor if it would interfere with any of your other medicines.  Perhaps it would help you.  My son checks these things out for me and this is one he reccomends.  I'm a smoker.  I hate it.  I had quit for some time but started again when all of the stress started.  I need to quit again and this is an herb my son said would help repair my lung damage. 

Prayers reaching out to you Julie. 

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on June 22, 2011, 08:02:52 pm
Kim,

I didn't read on FB about your son's little backyard fire.  I didn't do too much reading around in there after my long day out of town.  I'm glad everything turned out okay with it.  A magnifying mirror - I guess with today's heat, it doesn't take much, does it?

I agree about the laundering on FB.  I just know that for her to try to befriend me, it's a total set-up on her and my DIL's part - I won't fall for that.  If they want me bad enough, they can private message me, text me, or leave a voice mail (which I'm kind of surprised they haven't tried that yet.)  No, I think it's so they can smear me publicly.

If you feel good about staying and moving forward then I'm right there for you!  There's got to be a vulnerability with him right now that touches your heartstrings.  I just wish you and he could really get it finally straightened out without the company there.  That's not easy, though, so hang tight and just do the best you can.

I'll have to check into the herb, Mulletin.  You never know just what could be the key to really helping me!  Trying to quit smoking is difficult.  I don't smoke, but I remember how hard my mom would try to quit and then go back to it (usually with a stressful situation.)  Habits, any kind, are hard to break.  You have been under a lot of stress - maybe if things will calm down for you and you can have some normalcy back, you'll find you can lay them down again.   Prayers for you, too!

We had some bad storms this afternoon and evening.  Our electricity went out again for about 3 1/2 hours.  Unfortunately the winds changed direction and brought all of the bad smoke and smell in tonight.  It looks like pea soup fog out there, too.

Well, 2 more days until the weekend!  We can do this!

Julie  :)   :cat:   :heart:

Title: Smokes
Post by: golotomer on June 23, 2011, 01:59:11 am
Dang are they ever going to get those fires under control?  Does this happen every summer?  I don't get to watch the news on a regular basis but seems like you always hear about the fires in Florida and California more often. 

I know I have problems with campfires or burning brush.  We have a couple of piles in the yard that need burned that I've avoided because I know my sinus problems will act up if I do.  Can't imagine having that problem all the time. 

You are so right about the quitting smoking.  I did quit for five years through hypnosis.  I've tried everything since and can only seem to get through a couple of weeks before I'm back at it.  It is an expensive habit so I sure would like to get it under control.  Not to mention the health benefits. 

We had some rain and thunderstorms yesterday too.  I guess Chicago got hit bad too and they had severe power outages.  Even though we've had rain the ground still seems really dry.  My tomato plants are loving it and it takes me several trips with the watering can to take care of all the plants so I'm always happy to see a little rain. 

Yes two more days.  I'm admitting defeat on some of my math problems and am going to ask for a tutor today.  I'm good at basic math, fractions, decimals and all but these are conversion problems using algebra and the metric system and I'm just lost. 

My son is moving this weekend so I'm leaving for his house on Friday after school to help.  I can't lift much but even carrying some small things and the use of my Blazer should help.

Keep your chin up with the DIL situation.  Know that you are right and are taking the right approach.  Ignore them. 

TTYL,
Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on June 23, 2011, 01:10:44 pm
Hi Kim,

Storms are moving in again.  It was rough here last night - electricity was off for about 3 1/2 hours.  The ones coming in now look rough on the radar and we've already blinked on and off twice.  I'm going to try and get this finished.

You say your son is moving.  Is it still in town near you or farther away?  I used to have a Blazer until a couple of years ago.  I miss it but the transmission started messing up and I was still commuting 2 hours each day and back for finishing my teaching contract when we moved up here.  I have a Ford Edge now.  It does great gas mileage but I miss my Blazer.

It's been quiet on the "drama" front today.  I've heard nothing from anyone - not sure if it's good news or bad news.  I'll try to get back on later - electricity is popping on and off.

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on June 23, 2011, 02:56:05 pm
Okay, I'm back for a little bit.  There are more storms coming, but at this point it's just raining.

I'm pretty good with Algebra, but as you already know, like you, I am very weak with those metric problems.  Hopefully, a tutor will get you through that little mountain!

There have been fires here every summer for a few years, that I know of.  It seems that the Okefenokee Swamp always catches fire: that's the tourist place that comprises both states of FL/GA.  There is another fire nearby I've never heard of called the Honey Prairie Wildfire.  There are a couple more fires around as well.  I just don't remember this many at one time.  They are working hard at trying to get these in control.  When I went out of town to the doctor on Tuesday, I was appalled at the devastation that fire has done or wiped out on one of the highways I take.  There were still smoldering spots.  They had the men and trucks all up and down the highway monitering.  There has to be thousands of acres of the pine trees burnt and/or gone.  People grow them for lumber - their business - I feel bad for their loss.

I'm going to go back in a little bit and try again in the blog.  I want to see if I can actually get a comment to go through.  Talk to you later!

Julie      :cat:
Title: Fires
Post by: golotomer on June 24, 2011, 02:43:20 am
Julie, 

Those fires sound terrible.  I haven't had much experience with them but only know what I see on TV.  We had storms here off and on all day yesterday.  I'm thankful for the rain and rain can only help with those fires it would seem. 

Flooding is also a major problem.  My grandmother lived in Johnstown PA and was part of one of the major floods there in the 1970's.  Seeing that up close and personal showed me the devastation water can do and it was amazing.  I could actually smell the death and it was more than the naked eye could conceive of how the force of water can obliterate. 

I'm going to try to post a waa waa this morning.  I'm dealing with a very rude person on Ancestry that I need to vent about.   ::)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on June 24, 2011, 07:56:49 am
Good morning!

I'll go over to the waa waa and check it out. 

I have my class reunion tomorrow night.  My daughter and I are either leaving today or tomorrow to head down there (the same town with my doctors.) l say either or because of the neverending lack of money to pay for the motel.

Today is beautiful out.  The sun is out and there's a nice breeze.  There is still smoke in the air but not as strong as it usually is.  It's still too hot, though!!!

Still nothing from my son.  I really hope things are okay.  I also need to know if there is going to be a July house payment or not.  My doctor's son (I actually taught him in Kindergarten; and music choirs) and his wife, and 2 babies, are actually looking for a place to rent.  So we're discussing the possibility of this in case my DIL leaves me hanging.  They are in their apt until Sept. but are looking to see if there is a clause to be able to leave earlier.  I think I'm just ready to turn the keys in to the mrtg company and be done with it.

Alright, I'm heading over to the waa waa!  I hope you have a great weekend - don't work too hard with your son's move.  Hope that goes smoothly for all of you!

Julie  :)
Title: drama filled days
Post by: golotomer on June 25, 2011, 07:11:37 am
I had a really drama filled day yesterday.  I want peace in my life so badly!  Son and fiance got into an argument and both were acting badly so I left and came home.  I was supposed to stay the night but now today they have one less person to help them.  I busted butt yesterday carrying stuff.  They live on a hill, there are 24 steps to get into the apartment.  I counted that it took me 64 walking steps, all up hill to get to and from the van to the apartment doorway.  My legs are pretty darn sore. 

I came home to Bob's step-daughter and her new boyfriend.  She thought I was going to out of town overnight.  oops.  Too much going on to even talk about.  Just suffice it to say that I feel powerless, homeless and frustrated.  Bob isn't home to talk to and I've been holding a lot inside and feel like I'm ready to burst.  When I do talk to him I feel as though he minimizes my worries and what I truly need is for him to see that the issues I'm bringing up are valid and not petty.  I won't let petty get in my way if I can help it but these are not petty issues.  Enough complaining.  I'm just too mentally and physically drained to even write about it on the Sisterhood. 
 
I hope you enjoy your reunion and get things straightened out with the DIL and the house soon.  I know that's been weighing on your mind terrificly.  Saying a prayer for you. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on June 25, 2011, 08:30:11 am
Kim,

I'm saying a prayer for you, too.  I'm also sending some hugs your way: (((hug))),  (((hug))).  I know they're just pretend hugs but they're filled with care and concern.  I'm thinking you need a time-out from things while you try and deal with these things.  It's hard not to affect your classes but I hope you can really just focus on school and let it help tune the other mess out.

Hang in there - you know I'm pulling for you.  I hope this doesn't mess up your weekend.  I don't know when Bob will be back or if he's just at work for today, but I hope things will settle for you.

I'm getting ready to leave in a few minutes.  My daughter, it ends up, isn't going - she's had one of her sick episodes and isn't feeling well.  We didn't go last night either for that.  So I'll at least go for the reunion tonight, stay in a motel, and come back tomorrow.

I'll be back on later! Take care of yourself, my friend.   :heart:

Julie  :)    :cat:
Title: How'd it go?
Post by: golotomer on June 26, 2011, 02:29:37 am
So did you get anything resolved and how did the reunion go? 

I pretty much stayed in my computer room yesterday, worked on my genealogy files and made phone calls.  Her BF didn't leave until 4:30.  She was supposed to work yesterday but apparently called in and took the day off.  Left the baby with her MIL as though she was working and then picked her up as if she had just gotten off of work. 

I did see that she was looking at apartments and houses on the computer so I hope they get something soon and move so that everyones life can go back to normal (as far as living arrangements are concerned).

One phone call I made yesterday was to a 79 year old woman who would have been my mother's 2nd cousin.  I never met her but she is a step-sister to one of mom's cousins who I was very close to as a child.  Her kids babysat me when I was little but I haven't seen them since I was 7 or 8 years old.  I lost track of their mother when my mother died and had no idea what her married name was and how to find her.  One of the guys on the genealogy site I below to on facebook had her phone number so I called and we talked about mutual family members and I got a phone number for mom's cousin who I want to contact.  I called but hse is off visiting one of the daughter's so I'll try again in a few days. 

Bob is still in Toronto and will either leave for home tonight or tomorrow early.  He said he is exhausted.  These trips are working days of 12 to 14 hours and real extensive bust butt days.  His racer isn't doing all that well.  They have started in third place and made record track time but the kid just isn't mentally with it this race and isn't getting the wins.

One thing I did yesterday that is odd for me is I ent to Bob Evans and ate dinner alone.  I've been slapping together sandwiches all week and decided I wanted a cooked meal.  I had their slow roasted turkey with dressing and mashed potatos and it was good. When I cook at the house I always invite the daughter and little girl to eat or will tell them to help themself to the left overs.  She cooks and they sit down to eat without a word to me.  Leftovers sit in the fridge without an offer until she throws them away...I won't touch it.  There are often 6 or so sippy cups with juice and milk all through the fridge and it's a small fridge to begin with. 

The other thing she does is she will pick up her purse and just walk out of the house without so much as a see ya later.  Never indicates when she'll be returning.  It was always family courtesy to at least say ...leaving...be back in a few minutes.  I'm not used to this rudeness. 

When they left yesterday at least the bf said goodbye and even called me by my first name.  She just did the norm and left. 

I should have posted this on waa waa but got carried away.   :bootyshake: 

I'll be waiting to hear the outcome of your day and will catch up with you later.  I'm babysitting again today..g figure.  Still have homework to do too. 

Till later my friend.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on June 26, 2011, 07:33:01 pm
Hi Kim,

I got home about 3:30 this afternoon, was so tired, I laid down for a nap.  My daughter woke me at 5:45 to remind me that I had asked her to remind me about church tonight.  I probably wouldn't have gone tonight and slept right on, but I had promised a sweet, young couple I would be there for their baptism tonight.  They are only 22 and 19 and have a 2 yr. old and a 6 mo. old.  For some reason she and I hit it off good when I first met them and she's always asking about me.  So I went!

It's 10:00 now, and I'm ready to crash.  I wanted to get my paid things done, check for posts from you, check my messages before going to bed.

I can't remember what I wrote - but the reunion was super!  I had a great time and it's always wonderful keeping up with a great many because so many of us started in Elem. school and went all the way through High school together.  They even took pictures not only of the class for the year we graduated but also for a couple of the elementary schools.  It was when my friend and I were leaving that the next chapter started that wasn't great!

They had valets at this resort/spa, which was really nice - I can't afford that so that was neat!  We tried to leave around 11:00 p.m. and at first they were having a hard time locating my car key.  It ended up taking about 3 hours before admitting they couldn't find it at all.  They called a pop-lock company who then came out.  They had to make the key and program to the codes of my car.  Finally, around 2:45, they finished with that. I got back at my other hotel and went to sleep around 3:30 am or so.  The resort/spa paid for all that had to be done and gave me a letter of apology with a free weekend package to use at my choice.  They kept apologizing profusely. 

The hotel that I stayed overnite in felt bad for me and added 2 extra hours to the 11:00 check-out time, so I could get some extra rest. I'm glad to be home right now!

I'm really sorry you are dealing with your "company" at home.  The more you tell me about her, the more she sounds like my DIL.  So many similarities in their attitude.

Good for you going out to eat a great meal, even if by yourself!  Every once in awhile I've done that.  I'll usually take my book and go for it.  Keep hanging in there with these certain ones making it hard for you.  I still haven't heard from my son and still don't know if a July rent payment is coming or not.

Well, I'm going to finish a couple of things and then I'm going to sleep early.  No insomnia tonight for me!!

Talk to you tomorrow.  Stay firm and strong!!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on June 27, 2011, 03:23:46 am
Julie,

I know you must have been exhausted.  What an ordeal.  I'm glad the reunion was fun though.  I was hoping you'd hear from your son by now and have all that mess straightened out.  Next step I guess. 

Bob is home.  He didn't get in until 3am and we, of course, didn't have time to talk.  I don't know when we'll finally be alone in privacy to discuss everything that has transpired.  He knows we had an overnight guest but none of the other details.  His biological daughter texted me yesterday telling me how sorry she is that her sister (half) was being so rude to get us involved in this boyfriend/husband/wife situation and that she had gone off on her and was really mad at her.  She told me if I was mad and needed to talk to give her a call.  I said I'm not mad per se but that "she" had been warned that we didn't want trouble here at this house with soon to be X husband or X wife from the other parties.  Nor do I want theft for drug habits and no additional coverups or lies.  She had tried pinpointing my whereabouts twice now, right down to exactly where I was in the car on the way home, because she was sneaking this guy into the house and was trying to determine the exact time I'd arrive home.  I told her I knew exactly what she was doing and was somewhat of a mind reader so no more games please. 

Well off to school So more later.  Rest up my friend. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on June 27, 2011, 09:08:26 pm
Kim,

She's finding out that she can't pull anything over on you.  Shame on her for doing what she's doing.  I'm glad his biological daughter at least gives you some support in this.  I hope you and Bob can find some time to work on things with this, too.

My DIL texted me today several times cursing at me, at my son (even though he's on deployment.)  She's moved out and left me hanging with the house.  She's furious because I won't sign the house over to her name.  She sold my daughter's appliances without permission - they were only to use them until she got new ones, and then she was to let us know so we could pick them up and bring them up here.  She did it out of spite.  I told her she will replace them or pay what they are worth to my daughter.
My mother-in-law wants her to bring the house keys to her in person tomorrow.  When I told my DIL this, she has refused to answer back about it.  She's scared of my MIL so I'm really not sure if she will follow through with facing her.  She said some awful things about my son, too, because he won't call me and tell me to sign the house over to her.  She said she and him are going to have a **** storm when he gets back and she's taking "extreme measures." I told she needs to be careful what she's saying because it's texted in print and copied/saved, if anything happens to him. Also, that she needs to stop talking like that - he's not even here to defend himself.  I, personally, believe she wanted me to sign the house to her, then she would divorce him and leave him hanging.  I told her if she would have waited until he came back in Nov., the house would be deeded over and would be theirs. But no, she didn't want to wait and has caused this big rift between us.  I'm worried about whether I'll even get to see my precious granddaughters. 
My MIL and FIL are going to check the house out and make sure she hasn't damaged anything out of spite.  I cannot believe she is doing this.  I guess I will find out more tomorrow.

I'm still kind of wiped out.  My cough is irritating me and I've been using the inhaler - I'm pretty sure it's because of the stress of the weekend and today.  I hope tomorrow is better.

Keep me posted on yours.  Thinking of you and praying for you!

Julie  :)
Title: Dang
Post by: golotomer on June 28, 2011, 02:01:25 am
What a witch your DIL is being!  It is just way too uncomprehendable for me to imagine people acting so badly!  The way it sounds she might have gotten the house deeded over and then left your son and tried to get full ownership.  I hope the house is in decent shape.

Bob and I finally had time to talk at lunch yesterday and I think now he finally understands some of what I was putting up with but wasn't able to convey to him.  It was a no holds barred conversation and I really released a dam of thoughts and feelings and must say I'm quite proud of how I made my statements.  I was mean about anything and didn't allow petty things, such as the six toothbrushes and no towel space to enter the equation but stated the facts in a logical manner.  He totally understands and is supporting me in that we are not going to actually sit her down and confront her but we are going to correct the child more aggressively in respect to personal possessions and this boyfriend being around the house is going to be dealt with too. 

I got another fianancial blow yesterday. I only received a partial unemployment payment yesterday and when I tried to investigate why found out that the state of Indiana will not be paying people in the 4th tier of their unemployment for the next 4 weeks because the state is currently under 8.5 unemployment.  Doesn't make sense to me but those are the facts.  A paper is being mailed to me to apply for the next 20 week extension and once that's gone my TRA is supposed to kick in and pick up the payment amounts that I was receiving in unemployment.  If this doesn't all get straightened out and soon I'm going to be forced to just get a job and drop schooling.  Bob tells me no but Julie I'm not married to him and if I can't support myself I will not allow him to pay my way.  I've always been self-supporting and am far too independent to become his charity case.  This economy and the job outsourcing and unemployment rate is really doing a number on people like me. 

Later my friend.  Prayers for your peace of mind and health.   
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on June 28, 2011, 11:04:10 am
Hi Kim,

Wow!  I'm proud of you for being able to finally just let it out to him.  Personally, if he is in for the long haul with you, then he'll listen and do everything he can to make things better for you!  It sounds like he really is in his heart but just doesn't like confrontation. (Kind of like my son right now.)  I hope he follows through for you.

As far as the unemployment, that's awful.  What's wrong, to me, is that by doing what they are doing in that state, they are basically "punishing" the very ones they are supposed to be helping.  That's a tough spot for you to be in and to have come this far with your schooling seems unfair.  I really hope they fix that quick - I can totally understand your concerns where Bob is concerned.  I'd hate to see this future road for you change to something you would not enjoy doing.  You were already there and done that back before Christmas.  Keep me posted, okay?

I sent my son an email today to let him know what happened yesterday.  Technically, it's his decision whether or not to not stay in the house because it's our family blood line.  So I'm letting him know what he would like to do.  I honestly think he doesn't realize just how far she's taken this.  We haven't heard from her at all since my MIL got involved with wanting the keys given to her.  My DIL is scared of her and wouldn't want to face her.  Also, if she damaged things in the house out of spite, she knows that my MIL and her hubby are coming to look at it for me.  So, at this point I'm not sure what's going on.  My father in law drove past and looked in the mailbox, but there was only mail in there.  I told my son that his grandparents are trying to help me since I'm out of town and him since he's overseas.

I went ahead and told my son the main reason I would not sign the deed to her, in that I'm afraid she and her mom were going to use it to their advantage, and if DIL divorces him, like she's inferring by her taking "extreme measures" with him, that he nor I would have no leg to stand on and he would be left out with nothing.  She's blaming me for everything but I put the blame back on her since she refuses to wait as agreed until he comes back.  I guess the only thing I'm really guilty of is not letting her and her mom have their way and have messed their plans up big time.  I really think she's not going to let us have the girls during the summer, as planned, unless he gets involved, so hubby's trying to help me to keep from losing my wits with that idea - I am having a difficult time with that part.

I'm finally catching up with my rest from that weird weekend.  Keep your chin up and doing what you are doing.  I'll talk to you later!

Julie  :)


Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: ButterflyWings on June 28, 2011, 11:08:11 am
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Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on June 28, 2011, 11:29:31 am
I am Married have 3 beautiful kids..5 dogs..Originally from Detroit,Michigan now I live in Florida..I enjoy crafting anything I do almost any kinds of crafts..I love cooking so I cook a lot..I am a facebook addict I play games and chat there a lot..I love music and writing..would love to write a book or a childrens book..and I love people I am a big people person and I love helping people..

Hi, ButterflyWings!  We've spoken in other threads before but now I've learned more about you in this one.  I've always liked your profile name - I love butterflies!  I love your pic, too.

We do have the love of music and writing in common.  I was a music major in college, and I, too, would love to write a book, including a children's book.  I've had a few poems individually published but am trying to finish enough to finally have my own poem book published.  I have an aunt, who is an established author of children's books, and is now working on a family history book of our family lineage on my dad's side.  She's an encourager to me as I'm trying to hopefully get there myself!


I like to play FB games, too.  Which ones do you enjoy?  I love Gardens of Time, Zoo World, Birdland, and Ravenwood Fair the most.  I only dabble with Farmville, Frontierville, and a couple of others.  Not enough time in the day to play them all and get things done, lol!

What kind of crafts do you like to make?  You sound like you have a wonderful family.  5 dogs keep you busy, too!  We have 3 cats and 1 dog.  My personal cat is my profile pic.

I hope to see you again.  I'm glad you came in here.  Kim has a very nice thread/blog here!!

Julie  :)
Title: welcome butterfly wings
Post by: golotomer on June 29, 2011, 01:56:05 am
Crafty is good.  If you want to write a children's book you should go for it and not just sit on your dream.  I'm on FB quite a bit too and also play games there and on Pogo.  My addiction on FB is bejeweled.  On Pogo I try for the badges but my favorites are Canasta and Battle Phlinx.  I go to school full-time so it's hard for me to spend much time on either and I also spend quite a bit of time working on genealogy files. 

Good morning to you too Julie.  I have a math test I'm trying to study for so I'm on limited time this morning but hope all is well. 

Have a great day! 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on June 29, 2011, 08:16:41 am
Hi Kim,

We figured out last night that she has now gone into our son's FB profile and blocked all of us from him.  I'm communicating with him through the ship's email anyway.  It's just the point of things with her spite.  My brother- and sister-in laws and our nieces and nephew went in and blocked her. 

She won't respond now at all and never gave the keys to my mother-in-law.  She's not left them in the mailbox either because my father-in-law has been routinely checking.  I'm leaving in a few minutes to travel down there to meet my mother-in-law and a locksmith.  I want her blocked from getting in there since she did let me know she's done damage to both bathrooms.  With her mom, there's no telling what else they've done or plan to do.  My MIL also has an investor who is ready to buy the house outright - this would save it from going into default and keep a lien off of the estate.  My MIL is wonderful and is so supportive - I couldn't have asked for anyone better!

I saw on FB about you wanting to sell your kayak, and other things.  I am really sorry it's coming to this for you.  That just doesn't seem right what they are doing.

I hope you aced your Math test!  Talk to you later,

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: ButterflyWings on June 29, 2011, 05:18:30 pm
I am Married have 3 beautiful kids..5 dogs..Originally from Detroit,Michigan now I live in Florida..I enjoy crafting anything I do almost any kinds of crafts..I love cooking so I cook a lot..I am a facebook addict I play games and chat there a lot..I love music and writing..would love to write a book or a childrens book..and I love people I am a big people person and I love helping people..

Hi, ButterflyWings!  We've spoken in other threads before but now I've learned more about you in this one.  I've always liked your profile name - I love butterflies!  I love your pic, too.

We do have the love of music and writing in common.  I was a music major in college, and I, too, would love to write a book, including a children's book.  I've had a few poems individually published but am trying to finish enough to finally have my own poem book published.  I have an aunt, who is an established author of children's books, and is now working on a family history book of our family lineage on my dad's side.  She's an encourager to me as I'm trying to hopefully get there myself!


I like to play FB games, too.  Which ones do you enjoy?  I love Gardens of Time, Zoo World, Birdland, and Ravenwood Fair the most.  I only dabble with Farmville, Frontierville, and a couple of others.  Not enough time in the day to play them all and get things done, lol!

What kind of crafts do you like to make?  You sound like you have a wonderful family.  5 dogs keep you busy, too!  We have 3 cats and 1 dog.  My personal cat is my profile pic.

I hope to see you again.  I'm glad you came in here.  Kim has a very nice thread/blog here!!

Julie  :)

Julie Hello again sweetie that is awesome about your poems and its so nice to know more about you..I am obsessed with butterflies lol and Tinkerbell lol..I play Farmville,Sorority life,puzzle hearts and I may be adding more I truly like playing there..I make blankets crochet,sew pillows,outfits,needlepoint,paint village pieces and other things..Make name plagues,bracelets,necklaces,keychains,hair bows and so much more I love crafting..I am lucky my family is wonderful and yes my doggies keep me pretty busy but filled with lots of love..I am so glad I came here..This looks like fun..Thanks Kim!!

~Dianna~
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on June 29, 2011, 07:04:28 pm
Dianna,

I play puzzle hearts on FB, too.  I'll see if I can find you and befriend you.  I enjoy counted cross-stitch when I either have time or the carpel tunnel isn't bad.  I used to make beaded bracelets and necklaces, but haven't done any for awhile. 

Julie :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on June 29, 2011, 07:05:58 pm
Kim,
I'll go more in detail later, but at this point, all I can say is hubby and I received an email from our son today.  He's made a big turn and gone completely to her side.  His words were to the effect of us needing to think of him as being killed over there and we'll not see him again, and goodbye.  I'm too upset to write much more for now.  He wrote things in there that she said that were twisted her way.  He's chosen at this point.

Also, I had to go down there today - she and her mom would not return my daughter's appliances (they put them in her mom's kitchen) and put her mom's old ones in the garage; they took my mom's washer and dryer.  My mother-in-law and step father-in-law went over to look in the windows to see what they could; also DIL never turned the keys over - so she wanted to know if she could change the locks.  DIL and her mom showed up while they were there.  They had a big truck with them - it looked like they were going to take more of our stuff and got caught, not expecting the in-laws there.  DIL was very foul and ugly to my mom-in-law and wouldn't let the girls go see her.  Yet she told my son that his grandmother trashed her in front of their kids.  They left without anything then.  The police came while I was there.  He said that unless she owned the house she should have asked permission to remove any appliance first.  He tried calling her and her mom and had to leave them messages.  He told them this and also said they have 1 week to either contact us and return the items or the money for them or a felony warrant for criminal theft would be issued for both.  I really don't want to press charges at all - just to get her (both of them) to understand I'm (and my family) aren't going to play games with them anymore, especially when my son is not here.

I'm worried about the granddaughters, but I realize this was going to happen one day - I guess it's now. :(
Title: Son and DIL
Post by: golotomer on June 30, 2011, 02:08:56 am
Julie,

My heart is breaking for you. What in the world is this girl telling your son to make him act against you and your husband.  She is so conniving!  People like her just irritate me to no end. 

I'm glad it worked out that you were there when they showed up with the truck.  Just think how that would have turned out if you weren't. 

Did your son correspond via the email address you have for him on the ship?  You're going to just have to write a detailed letter explaining things to him.  If he refuses to listen he will eventually find out how she is and unfortunately it will no doubt be the hard way. 

Each day when we get our FC emails there is a little quote at the bottom.  Today's was this and it popped right out at me: 
Your Daily Quotation:
"Oh, my friend, it's not what they take away from you that counts. It's what you do with what you have left."
-- Hubert Humphrey

I'm not too upset about selling the kayak.  I only got out on the water about six times last year and with my money situation I wouldn't be able to go this summer at all and really need the cash to stay afloat (no pun intended) until they get my unemployment mess cleaned up.  I might be going to school for nothing because I can't afford to go if my daily living expenses won't be met, regardless of the free ride from the government for the schooling.  I might just have to find a job, regardless of pay rate, and work to support myself.  Thus is life. 

Prayers my friend.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: ButterflyWings on June 30, 2011, 07:54:17 am
Dianna,

I play puzzle hearts on FB, too.  I'll see if I can find you and befriend you.  I enjoy counted cross-stitch when I either have time or the carpel tunnel isn't bad.  I used to make beaded bracelets and necklaces, but haven't done any for awhile. 

Julie :)

Julie,
Just look for Dianna Holder Hun and I will gladly add ya..Yeah I have not crocheted much lately my hands get tight and sore to fast and I want it done to fast lol..

Much love,
Dianna
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: vangabhargavi on June 30, 2011, 08:20:40 am
I am a married women who came to US after marriage that is 2 years ago. I joined this site to make some new friends and make some free money. I recently joined MBA program so having full workload of assignments.
Title: Welcome
Post by: golotomer on July 01, 2011, 03:57:42 am
Welcome Vanga.  Pleased to meet you.  I hope you are enjoying the US.  What is the MBA program?  Is it something you do from home?  I've always wanted a work at home job but am currently going to school for an advanced associates degree in Medical Assistant.  This includes coding and billing but I'll also be able to do the same things as an LPN such as injections, phlebotomy and patient stats. 

If you are looking for friends stop by often as we are a friendly group! 

Kim
Title: Good morning group
Post by: golotomer on July 02, 2011, 03:14:45 am
Just popping in quickly to say hello.  I'm off today to visit my daughter then I'm going to my sons house to help him clean and organize the basement to the house they moved into last week.  Day two of my eleven day break from school.  So far it's been all work.  I do intend to take some play time though. 

Hope everyone else is having a great weekend.  Be safe on the roads. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on July 02, 2011, 12:14:38 pm
Hi, Vanga!  It's nice to meet you!  You sound like a busy person with your classload and everything else you have to do!  I hope you are enjoying living here in the U.S.!  Hopefully we'll see you again in here!!  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on July 02, 2011, 12:42:21 pm
Hi Kim,

I'm glad you have your break - like you said, make sure you find some Kim time, too!  It sounds like maybe things are better between your son and the situation from the other day.  It's nice that you can help him out.

After our son had a chance to really think about things, not to mention his grandparents sending him emails, he cooled down and actually called his dad last night to apologize for what he said and to talk things out.  When the police got involved and DIL and her mom realized that they could still be arrested next week if they don't bring the items back or pay for them, it showed him the truth of some things and how they both went way too far.  If she gets arrested, it will also affect his chances of becoming an officer, which is what he is currently working for.  He's ticked with them.  His dad told him to make sure that DIL and her mom know they are not going to be arrested ONLY because he called and is going to make restitution for the appliances - not because they think they beat it (when they figure out they aren't going to be arrested.)  DIL changed her number that very day (coward) but not before the police got ahold of her.  She changed our son's number, too.  On her FB page she changed her profile to her giving the finger - I guess she thinks she's telliing us off if we see it.  All it did was cause our nieces and nephew, bro-in-laws, sis-in-laws to block her now.

He didn't realize she blocked us from his FB, too.  He can't access it while out on deployment but said he would fix that when he gets back.  He said as soon as he knows what his new cellphone number is, he'll give it to us, too.  He can't use it while out either.  He asked if we would hang in there until he gets back and he will bring his girls up and visit with us.  He now realizes, too, that she has burned her bridges with his side of the family.  He's trying to lay low for now while out to sea so DIL doesn't do anything stupid with the girls - DIL doesn't know that he's figured things out and is communicating with us - she still thinks he's believing her lies at this point.


I feel bad for him, being in the middle and so far away, and I'm beyond thankful that he had a change of heart after looking at things logically.  He's going to have a lot to deal with when he gets back. 

I'll "see" you later!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: hello_orange on July 02, 2011, 02:21:54 pm
Im currently a student, and hoping to finish college as an engineering major with a masters degree in some related field. Im currently unemployed and trying to make money online to pay for my college expenses. I love classical and indie music and play the guitar and viola, but would love to learn to play the drums if only time permits
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on July 03, 2011, 05:29:37 am
Hello Orange,

Wow engineering makes for a heavy schedule.  What school are you attending?  My grand-daughter is going to attend Virginia Tech for the same starting next year. 

I too love all kinds of music.  I am cutting my post short this morning as I'm away from home and using a laptop and I'm not good with typing on these smaller keys. 

Happy fourth to everyone. 
Title: Julie..
Post by: golotomer on July 04, 2011, 04:23:16 am
I'm so glad your son has called and that he does in fact see her bad ways.  I can't believe she put a picture up on FB giving the finger.  Just goes to show her mentality.  How crude!  I've said it before...I hate the way people take their arguments to the social networks.  The people that agree with them and feed the fire are usually from the same cookie cutter mold while the people, like you and me, who see through their ignorance and keep our mouths shut.  I call it being gracious.  Some people tell me I'm way too meek but I just don't like making a public spectacle of myself like they do. 

Yes my son and his fiance actually had a good time together the other night.  We went to the drive in and cut up and had a good time.  There were five screens there and we were watching Hangover II but watching the screen for Pirates of the Carribean and it was cracking us up.  My son laughed so hard he could barely breath. 

Things are better at home with the step-daughter too.  I finally have had some wonderful talks with Bob and have just let loose with how rude I feel she has been and he agrees.  I had just kept things bottled up inside myself for so long the wound was festering and now I feel as though it's starting to heal.  I have opened up and started talking to her myself about certain things.  I'm being kind but firm such as...telling her yesterday that if she wants me to babysit I would appreciate having at least a couple of days notice.  She has a habit of asking me the night before. 

We had a quiet night together last night as she is off visiting her dads family and today we are leaving to go to a local forest to pitch a tent and canoe the river.  After the talk he and I had last night I feel more secure and loved.   :angel12: :heart: :thumbsup: :peace:

Have a great fourth Julie.  I think you and are both looking toward sunnier skies .
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: inertia4 on July 04, 2011, 05:22:46 am
Well, if you want to blog you could always go to blogspot, the free Google blog and create one. It's real simple. I do get your point about coming here, this is a great forum. Also, maybe try MyLot. That is like a Social forum, it's great. And you get paid there to post, much like here.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on July 04, 2011, 08:09:50 am
Kim,

I'm really glad for you with those changes being made.  I can tell things are definitely more upbeat for you!  I hope it stays that way, for your sake and Bob's sake.

I love the idea of camping and canoeing the river.  That is something I would love to do.  I love hiking in the mountains (whenever we used to go, that is), and camping out.  I hope you had a wonderful time!

Things are kind of quiet at this point.  I received an email from my son yesterday - I'm so thankful things are back to normal between him and all of us.

Keep enjoying your time off!

Julie :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on July 04, 2011, 08:15:12 am
Im currently a student, and hoping to finish college as an engineering major with a masters degree in some related field. Im currently unemployed and trying to make money online to pay for my college expenses. I love classical and indie music and play the guitar and viola, but would love to learn to play the drums if only time permits

Hello_orange,

You have a busy schedule, for sure.  College is so expensive, so I admire what you are trying to achieve to reach your goals!  There's no way I could major in engineering - my brain can't handle it!  I was a Music Education/General Education major.  I also like classical music, and play the guitar, too.  Hope to talk with you again!

Julie :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on July 04, 2011, 08:18:18 am
Well, if you want to blog you could always go to blogspot, the free Google blog and create one. It's real simple. I do get your point about coming here, this is a great forum. Also, maybe try MyLot. That is like a Social forum, it's great. And you get paid there to post, much like here.

Kim is working on a blog through there - there's just some kinks that haven't been straightened out yet with the posting end of it.  Thanks for the tip about the other forum - I'll have to check it out.

Have a great July 4th!

Julie  :)
Title: Catching up.
Post by: golotomer on July 05, 2011, 04:52:46 pm
I know I need to acknowledge a couple of new visitors and catch up on the last few days of happenings but I just don't have the time tonight.  Just got back from a great two day trip to Clear Water State park...camping in a tent along the Clarion River and it was great.  I feel refreshed and ready to meet new goals.  I hope everyone else had a great 4th and your path is clear too. 

Julie...have loads of pictures to upload to FB and possibly the other blog...just too many pictures, thoughts and other goals at the moment and too little time. 

Glad things are looking up for you too sweetie.  Whew...we both came through a tough time there for a while.  Thanks that you were there to listen to my whining though.  Don't know what I would have done without you.  I am grateful to have a friend like you! 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on July 05, 2011, 05:06:05 pm
Kim,

I'm grateful for your shoulder, too.  I agree - we have been through it lately.  I hope things truly calm down for both for awhile. 

I'm super glad you had a great time this weekend - you deserve it after everything that's been going on!  Hope this week is just as good!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on July 06, 2011, 02:17:19 am
I have a todo list a mile long which includes taking the pictures off my phone and getting them posted to FB.  I couldn't believe it when I got home and saw the comments on FB about the verdict for Caylee Anthony's trial!   I don't understand at all what those jurors were thinking.  It's the OJ Simpson trial all over again.  That poor little girl deserved to live and certainly a proper burial regardless.  Justice has failed me thinks. 

More later sweetie.  I have to keep plowing through this todo list this morning. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on July 06, 2011, 05:20:47 am
Yes, that was totally unexpected with her verdict.  It's definitely caused an uproar.  And to see how her attorneys were partying the rest of the afternoon with champagne and whatever else, including Cheney Mason giving the finger, makes me feel disgusted.  Now we hear that Mr. Ashton is retiring after this.  Those prosecutors did a fantastic job - I feel for them too.

I'll be looking forward to your pictures, so take all the time you need, lol!  I'm just glad you had a super time!  I'll talk with you later!

Julie  :)
Title: Thursday
Post by: golotomer on July 07, 2011, 02:45:31 am
Good morning.  We've had some much needed rain which keeps me from having to get out the watering can for the plants.   :binkybaby:

I can't believe it's Thursday already.  The week has flown.  I have to get in gear now and get a report done and some homework to prepare for Monday.  I have a Blues Fest tomorrow, a flea market today and there is a major race over the weekend that I want to attend then it's back to the bump and grind.  Bob leaves next Friday for 9 days in Utah but I'll be so deep into studies that it will be easier for me to let him go this time, plus we had a good weekend together with good communication so that helped.   :thumbsup:

I bought an automatic air pump to blow up my floating chairs yesterday and some how, some way I want to get a couple of hours of float time in the pool.  I've only been in twice!  Maybe I can manage to get in some in the evenings when I get home from school. 

Hoping a good day to all.  TTYL
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on July 07, 2011, 09:09:52 am
Tomorrow is a busy day for us.  I go out of town to get my asthma shots.  Then I have to meet with the police officer regarding the theft of the appliances.  My son is the one who is going to make the restitution for them.  My DIL and her mom have no job and they don't want to return the appliances.  Our son is asking to please let him take care of it - so for his sake and our granddaughters' sake, I'll go with that.  If DIL gets arrested, it will affect his becoming an officer.  He's worked so hard for it and is still involved in things to try and become an officer.  Then we (hubby, me, dtr., BIL, and nephew) are going to load up my dtr.'s furniture, my mom's dining room set and grandfather's clock, and other things.  My other BIL had a lock box put on after the locks were changed so they couldn't get in while we haven't been there.  He's an investor in houses and between him and my MIL, they are helping me with my mom's house and repairing the damages my DIL did inside and fixing the house up to sell it.  I'm sad it won't be able to stay in the family, after everything that's happened, but I just can't afford it.

After a few bad days of smoke outside, today is actually pretty clear and pretty out.  It's still slightly smokey and still smells but not like it has.  That's a plus!  Now if we could have some rain that would help a lot.

You've got some wonderful, but busy days of activities planned out.  Sounds fun!  Find some time for the pool!!  "See" you later!

Julie  :)    :cat:
Title: Things
Post by: golotomer on July 08, 2011, 03:28:46 am
I sure hope things turn out okay.  It is just so wrong for what she has done to your family and your poor son caught in the middle.  It is sad that the house won't be able to stay within your family. 

I'm glad the smoke is clearing.  Have the fires been put out? 

I'm babysitting today but hoping to get to the Blues fest this evening.  I stopped at a couple of flea markets yesterday and bought a nice outdoor flower pot for 3 dollars that would have been about 30 new in the store and some good cucumbers.  I did do a little pool time too.  I might take Amya in the pool for a while today. 

Can't believe the break is coming to an end! 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on July 08, 2011, 03:20:05 pm
Kim,

It went okay today - the shots are making me a little lightheaded and shaky today.  All of the remaining items were packed up to bring back up here.  We did find out from the next door neighbor that DIL "borrowed" his lawn mower and apparently "forgot" to return it to him.  He's trying to find her and wanted to know how he could.  Since she changed all the phone numbers we don't even know (except through our son.)  I spoke with the police officer on the case today.  I told him our son was paying the value for her and her mom's "new appliances."  He said he would keep it open until November when our son gets back and if they don't pay it back he would like to know.  I feel bad that he's paying for their theft, but I hope those 2 (DIL and her mom) realize that they could have been arrested and that they'll think twice before trying something like this again.  When you think about it, if they both had been arrested, our son would have asked us to take care of the girls.  That would have made DIL furious for sure.

I'm glad you got to use the pool!  That was a good deal on the flowerpot, too! 

The smoke is here again.  I posted a few on FB this morning and this afternoon, when going out of town and coming back.  Yesterday was pretty good, but it came back today.  We could definitely use some rain!  As could a lot of places.

Hope your weekend continues well.  Talk to you tomorrow, hopefully!


Julie  :)
Title: Saturday
Post by: golotomer on July 09, 2011, 02:07:06 am
Julie, 

She is really bad news!  Taking your things and also the neighbors is pretty darn low.  Any more news from them on FB or are the finally being quiet? 

We went to a free concert last night, mostly so we could hear our friends band, The Sweaty Betty Blues Band.  Not sure why they call it that name because her, the lead singer, name is Marci Brown.  lol.  Had dinner at a nice Irish Pub but for some reason I was up through the night twice to the bathroom and have had a tummy ache.  I had a tuna melt and Bob had a burger but he seems okay. 

Going to the track with his this morning to see a big race.  That is if my tummy will cooperate.  Still hurting as I speak. 

Talk to you later my friend.  Hope you start to feel better today. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on July 09, 2011, 03:12:22 pm
Hi Kim,

DIL did change her picture.  We let our son know about the neighbor's lawn mower going with her.  I imagine he'll tell her to put it back.  If the neighbor calls the police on her, it will come up under my case number - he could press charges, too.  This could still mess his future up with his job.

I hope your tummy is feeling better today.  Maybe it was the tuna since he had something different.  Hope you got to go to the track.

I'm sorry it's short today.  I'm not feeling well at all and have slept off and on. Hubby came and checked on me once and 2 of our 3 cats came with him and they sniffed all around me - one laid on my chest and the other by my side.  Even the dog came and laid on my other side.  They know when we aren't up to par.  I sure hope tomorrow is better. 

Talk to you soon,

Julie  :)
Title: Tuna, Racing and other stuff
Post by: golotomer on July 10, 2011, 02:22:09 am
Julie,

My stomach did finally settle down and I went to the track.  It was a large race this weekend and the grounds were full of RV's and race tents.  I got to see the type of race that Bob travels to participate in.  It was so hot that I spent the biggest part of the day in the Pro Shop and worked the shop for them.  Selling ice kept me busy as with the heat people needed bunches of it to keep their things in their coolers. 

I managed to get my homework done in between making trips to the cooler though.  Back to school tomorrow.  Yikes this time flew. 

Sorry you are feeling so badly.  Sleeping was probably the best thing for you and I hope today is a better day.  Animals do know when we aren't feeling well and they are always so patient to lay with us.  They can be such a comfort.  Several years ago when I had a problem with my back my poor little pregnant Indy dog was laying on the couch with me and started panting.  It was hot so I thought that was the problem.  However, when she started licking without stop I looked to discover that she was giving birth on the couch!  She was already laying on a blanket so I knew nothing could stain the couch so I let her go about her business.  She only had the one puppy but we shared a delightful adventure together that day.   :heart:

Here's to a better day to you my friend. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on July 10, 2011, 06:35:08 pm
Hi Kim,

Glad you were feeling better and able to go to the track.  That was good you could work the shop for them and try to keep yourself cooler; not to mention getting homework done!  That's the way to do it!  Hope all goes well as you go back to school this week.

This has definitely been an odd weekend.  Yesterday was awful.  Today was somewhat better but just not up to much.  I did go to church this morning and teach Jr. Church - couldn't handle anything else today.  I'm not up to par on much except off and on with my FB games - didn't even feel like playing those much yesterday.  Today I played shortcuts with them just to get the credits of entering the games each day of the ones I play.

Tonight, I'm starting to feel more like myself, so I'm thankful for that.  The cats and dog have still been hanging pretty close today - what would I do without them, lol!  Hopefully I'll have more to talk about this week and feel like doing it, too!!!  Have a productive and good day at school tomorrow!

Julie  :)
Title: Monday morning and school
Post by: golotomer on July 11, 2011, 01:52:58 am
Julie,

Sorry you still aren't feeling well.   :'(  Do you feel badly for several days after each round of shots?   

Not real excited about starting back to school.  The break went so fast.   :P  Even though I have worked ahead a bit on some upcoming projects I know I'm going to be slamming the books real hard again and with the nice weather it's hard to make myself stay inside and work.  It's been really hot and the plants need watered mostly every night and that takes time. 

Can't dilly dally too much this morning.  Promised myself to stick to an exercise schedule again, which went by the wayside over break, so have to watch the clock. 

Get better!   

 




Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on July 11, 2011, 09:26:09 am
Hi Kim,

I'm feeling much better today.  I'm usually puny on Saturday and some of Sunday, after my shots, but this weekend was the worst I've ever felt.  I'm glad the weekend is now behind me!

I've got a job ahead of me.  With all the items from my mom's house up here - my front living room is definitely full of furniture and some boxes.  My daughter and I are going to have to go through and get rid of some things.  At least the furniture was set up in an organized way so as to manuever around them.  There's a dining room set, an armoir, dresser, night stand, book shelf, and a grandfather's clock in there.  My daughter had bought these things for her future place, so I'm not sure how long they will be in there.  She's got a couple of things in her room now (my ex-office, lol) and there's not much room left for anything else.  But we'll figure it all out.  I'm just thankful my DIL didn't have time to take these things before getting caught.

I hope your day was productive back at school.  As well, I hope everything is calmer at home.  When does Bob leave?  It would be great if things with his step-daughter would stay peaceful with you while he's away.  I won't keep you - I know you're consumed in your schooling now.  Have a good night - maybe some pool time, too!

Julie  :)

Title: Organized chaos
Post by: golotomer on July 11, 2011, 12:34:05 pm
Sounds like you are in the midst of organized chaos.  I know that feeling all too well. 

First day back was good.  No homework tonight and that's great. 

Bob leaves Thursday for Utah.  I don't expect problems from his daughter while he is gone.  We kind of stay out of each others way.  The other grandmother though (and she isn't allowed to call me grandma) has stated that she will not be babysitting anymore.  She doesn't work but says it makes her too stressed out.  The child is not hard to watch but I feel a little put upon.  I'm not granted the respect of being called grandma but I'm expected to step up to the plate and do everything a grandmother would do. 

This is not my home, nor will it ever be my home, nor do I ever want it to be my home but I feel like a guest here since she has moved in.  I understand how she must feel about me in light of her mother's death but I didn't create this situation.  At times I wish I had never given up my independence by moving in. 

I am buying my daughter's fifth wheel rv from her.  They need to it away from the lake because it is costing them 400 a month and they rarely use it.  My grand-daughter is in her senior year at school and next year she will start college at Virginia Tech.  They make too much money for grants so they will be paying all of her school costs so need to pare back.  At least with the rv I feel as though I will have a home if something should happen to Bob.  I could always live it in if needed.  I know that sounds barebones but it's the truth of the matter.  We aren't youngsters and although we are both healthy one never knows at our age.  I like to cover my bases.  I always like to have a plan for those "just in case" times. 

Hope you continue to feel better.  The weather has been so hot I'm sure that isn't helping you any.  Here's to better health. 
Title: Good Tuesday morning
Post by: golotomer on July 12, 2011, 01:55:34 am
Good morning! 

Nothing newsy to talk about really.  Finished a report for school last night.  It rained again but still not near enough to really soak the ground.  We need an all day gully washer to really sink in and get to the roots. 

Have to wear scrubs to school this morning as we're starting to learn injections.  I really don't like scrubs and think that is yet another reason why I will focus on medical records instead of the hands on nursing.   :P ;D

Hope Julie is feeling much better!   

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: pkrahmer on July 12, 2011, 03:02:07 am
Good Morning everyone!

It's going to be another hot one today which for me is better than cold.
Wish I had time to hit the beach!
Smile It can brighten someone day and yours!
Have a good one!  :wave: :peace:
Title: pkrahmer
Post by: golotomer on July 12, 2011, 12:52:57 pm
Hi pkrahmer,

Thanks for the cherry note.  It brightened my afternoon. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on July 12, 2011, 03:54:08 pm
Good Morning everyone!

It's going to be another hot one today which for me is better than cold.
Wish I had time to hit the beach!
Smile It can brighten someone day and yours!
Have a good one!  :wave: :peace:

Hi pkrahmer!  It's great to see someone else in here!  I hope you had a good day, too!  Love that positive note!  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on July 12, 2011, 04:18:26 pm
Hi Kim!

I'm glad you are buying your daughter's fifth wheel rv from her.  Do you know when you will be able to get it?  At least it gives you some peace of mind and a place to go when you need it. 

Hey, hey!! Get to wear those scrubs, aye?  Lol, I don't think I'd like them either if I had to.  I'd much rather be on the typing/office end of things with that!  Let me know how you're doing with the injections.  I'm not sure I could handle that - inserting needles in someone else. I have enough problems having someone give me shots once a month as it is!  I guess it's something you would adapt to.

It's so hot here.  It's supposed to go up to about 99 tomorrow with a higher humidity index.  That means I'll be staying inside to avoid having any asthma problems.  Smoke still "plumes" through almost every afternoon/evening, too, from one of the fires that's still going on.  At least it's not most all day like it was.

I don't remember if you said anything about the step-daughter's biological dad.  I'm just kind of curious as to why she would come stay with the stepdad unless they have problems between each other.  I really hope things will be okay for you when Bob's gone to Utah. 

Maybe some more rain will come your way.  We sure could use it here, for sure!  I'm glad I'm feeling lots better from the rough weekend.  I miss our conversations when I'm not up to par and on top of things.  Hope you have a great night and very little homework!

"See" ya later,

Julie  :)   :cat:
Title: Wednesday already?
Post by: golotomer on July 13, 2011, 01:58:46 am
Julie,

Day two of scrubs.  We got to handle the needles yesterday and pull the saline from the bottles and "flick" out the air bubbles.  Today we actually get to use the needles.  We have a fake butt we use.  I have a picture of it posted on FB somewhere. 

We need rain too.  The trees even look wilted.  We need an all day soaker. 

The SD's dad and family lives about 40 miles from here.  She was going to live with them but it meant quite a drive for her so I was the one to offer she stay here.  She didn't come right out and ask but did call me to tell me her situation.  Can't remember if I told you in an earlier post that the husbands mother told her last week that she wouldn't be babysitting anymore because it stressed her out and yep she called me yesterday from work to ask if I would babysit the entire weekend (just as I expected).  I told her I would on Sunday but will not on Saturday.  I'm planning on going to my son's to visit.  I'm just not willing to go to school through the week then tie up my entire weekend babysitting.  I can't get my own errands run or chores done with a child.  I've raised four kids already! 

Glad you are feeling better.  Let's do a rain dance!  You wanna? 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on July 13, 2011, 08:22:45 pm
Kim,

Yes, a rain dance is a must, lol!

You are right about your weekend.  I figured that would happen when the other grandmother made her wishes known about the babysitting.  You go and have fun at your son's and maybe you can get some other things accomplished before Sunday.

This afternoon one of my next door neighbors came pounding on my door.  She was telling me our other next door neighbor's house was on fire.  911 was called.  Before they got there, some neighbors tried to crack some windows in to get to the neighbor's pets.  The neighbors were both at work.  Only 1 cat was rescued.  The little chihuahua they haven't found yet but no one saw him come out.  The other cat died.  The two big dogs were in their pens and no one could get to them for the fire.  My daughter and I were able to get ahold of our neighbors.  I feel so horrible for their loss.  They lost everything but the one pet.  It was just awful watching your friend's house burn down and feeling helpless that there's nothing you can do to help.  One of the medical personnel, along with my daughter and another neighbor made me go in because of the breathing, coughing, and shaking.  I didn't want to leave our neighbor but our daughter and the other neighbors stayed with her until hubby could get home.  He was working out of town about 1 1/2 hours away. 

All of the neighbors immediately gathered up some spare clothes for them and several have given them money to help them.  The Red Cross is supposed to get involved I was told.  They have about 8 offers of places to stay, including us.  Tonight they are staying with his sister in the next town over.  They asked us to please look out for the one pet and to watch for the chihuahua just in case he did make it out.  He likes my hubby and would come to him if he saw him.

Hope your day goes good tomorrow.  I like your remark about the fake butt!  Talk to you later,

Julie
Title: Fire
Post by: golotomer on July 14, 2011, 01:54:56 am
Oh Julie I am so sorry for your neighbors.  That has to be hard to see happening.  You would feel helpless and knowing about the poor animals would be awful.  Do they know what started the fire?  I sure hope the little dog shows up.  Were they able to salvage anything? 

The Red Cross is wonderful about helping.  A girl at our school is involved and one of the things she does is collect coats, blankets, hats, mittens and scarves.  She is the first out responder here and says that in the winter she will get to the scene and the family will be out in their pj's with nothing to keep them warm.  The people at the school collect to help her out. 

B leaves today for Utah.  We are going to have breakfast together before he hits the road.  I have a session tonight at 4 with my therapist Carol.  I love her!  Last week we ended up doing Tai Chi in her office.  She is about my age an interested in many of the same things as me.  She has bamboo windchimes in the office which are kept in motion by a small fan pointed at them.  It's so relaxing to be there. 

Test on Friday so I'll be absorbed tonight.  Later. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on July 14, 2011, 05:44:03 pm
Kim,

Speaking of the Red Cross, they put them in a motel last night for a few days and gave them a money card so they can buy some clothes and food.  The Fire Marshall comes tomorrow.  The Fire Chief kind of pinpointed the trouble spot at a corner spot in their bedroom that was closest to their backporch.  I guess we'll know more tomorrow.

Yes, they found the missing chihuahua.  So sad.  He apparently had tried to hide under the couch where our neighbor would sit at nights.  He appeared to have been overcome by smoke.  He was buried right beside the others that were buried last night.  The cat, "Patches", a beautiful calico with a bobbed tail, is missing but has been seen twice since last night.  We've got water and food out for her trying to entice her over.

Our neighbor, the wife, spent most of the day with me.  She spoke with the insurance people and took care of some busy things by phone.  Her hubby had to work out of town but came over when he got in town.  My hubby, and a fire inspector person, helped the hubby to look for his remaining dog, since they really don't want things moved around until the Fire Marshall comes.  He is so upset about his little dog - he even had my hubby emotional for him.

So many neighbors have been wonderful about bringing bags of clothes by, as well as money.  Our neighbors are overwhelmed with the kindness since they really don't know very many around here.

I had to take my hubby early this morning for some mouth surgery (two front teeth need to be replaced for the second time - there was infection in there) so he's been on pain pills today.

Hope you and Bob had a great breakfast.  That's neat about your therapist.  If you didn't like her things would be kind of difficult to continue with.  You make it sound peaceful and calm there.

Hope your test is aced tomorrow!  You always do well!  Talk to you later!

Julie :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on July 14, 2011, 05:50:44 pm
Oh my heart is breaking.  I hope the death by smoke was better than the alternative...actually burning up in the fire.  I'm sure everyone is heartbroken.  I'm glad people are coming to their rescue.  God bless you for your help. 

Hope your hubby recovers soon.  Teeth problems are never much fun. 

Our breakfast was spent with a girl that was on Survivor.  She didn't sit at our table but right across from us.  We heard lots of juice though.  ;) 

I'm feeling pretty confident about this test.  I don't go in until 10 tomorrow so have plenty of time to study. 

Did I tell you about reading the Jaycee Dugard book in two days.  That poor poor girl...what a Phoenix for rising above all of that torture!  I hope your neighbors can picture the Phoenix rising up from the ash from this horrible experience.  Namaste. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on July 14, 2011, 06:32:51 pm
Did you know that the girl from Survivor was going to be there?  Or did she just happen to come there?  I bet you did hear lots of juice, lol!  8)

Glad you feel good about the test!  You'll do great!  Let me know, okay?

As for the Jaycee Dugard book, I didn't know you were reading it.  What's the title?  It sounds like something I would like to read.  I hope that once our neighbors get through all of this, and have a new home put there, and hopefully have the kitty cat back, maybe they can feel they have some kind of a life back again - like you said that they "can picture the Phoenix rising up from the ash." 

My hubby joked about his mouth surgery.  He said maybe they would put big enough teeth in so as to make his mouth smaller so that he can't put his foot in there as much.  He doesn't even do that anyway, but he does like to pick on all of us (good-natured) but thinks he maybe goes too far sometimes.  He doesn't!

Well, have a great night.  I hadn't closed out the page and was pleasantly surprised when I saw you had already written back.  Ace that test!!!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: blondie71 on July 14, 2011, 09:40:18 pm
I am 39 fixing to be forty on the 28th of july. I am unemployed, but I did work in the In-Home Healthcare for 12 years and I really enjoyed it until my doctors would let me lift over 10lbs on a regular basis.  I have several medical conditions, that is why I have joined FC because we need the extra money for gas to go to appointsments or catch up on some bills we fell behind when I had to quit working.  I have been trying for disability for almost 9 years.  I also had my own collectable store that my mother and I worked in for about 6 years. Had to close it down becuase we were not makeing enough for the overhead of the business.  I also was a single mother for 10 years but I got married almost 10 years ago (will be 10yrs this October)he is a wonderful husband.  He is on disability for a head injury so we don't have much to work with.  I have never in my adult life went somewhere for vacation like some of you have.  I did go back to school in 2005 and earned an associates degree in accounting, it took me about two years to get that.  Not much jobs where I live without traveling for a couple of hours.  My town has 623 for the population and I live a good 15 miles from there in the woods.  I enjoy reading others replies, working on these site for a lttle money, play games on the computer, singing and spending time with my husband.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: masked_brown_guy on July 14, 2011, 10:26:38 pm
why do so many people keep posting in this thread.
Title: Blondie
Post by: golotomer on July 15, 2011, 02:00:05 am
Hi and welcome. 

I know it would be tough being in healthcare if you couldn't lift due to a medical condition.  It would be tough too when you live in a smaller community.  Have you thought about selling your collectibles online through Ebay or one of the many other sites? 

Too bad you couldn't put your accounting degree to work somehow.  Are there any businesses in our little town? 

I hope you will stop by and visit and chat with us again. 

Have a wonderful day.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on July 15, 2011, 02:01:20 am
why do so many people keep posting in this thread.

We're just a friendly group who likes to chat as our way of posting to the forum everyday.  You get more characters to write on here than you do on Facebook and it's a bit more private.   :wave: :peace: :heart:
Title: Survivor breakfast
Post by: golotomer on July 15, 2011, 02:18:53 am
Julie,

I figured out who the girl from survivor is.  http://survivor.wikia.com/wiki/Dolly_Neely

She doesn't live far from us and was just there as one of the locals at our little diner.  We eat there often and when we sat down our waitress warned us we probably picked the wrong seat because our "neighbor" never shuts up. 

She was pretty, knew the people in the next booth and apparently had known them for years because they talked about mutual friends but she clearly was determined to let us know (strangers to her) that she had been on the show because she kept bringing it up and talking loudly. 

Dunno...maybe I'd be braggy too. 

The Jayce Dugard book is called A Stolen Life.  My daughter tried to find it in the stores the other day and couldn't but I was able to download it as an ebook on the 12th with an advance order on the 10th.  She was on the cover of People this week too.  I never buy the magazine because it's 3.99 a pop but when I saw her and the Casey Anthony case on it I figured I was getting a two for one so brought it home for a read.  Usually I'll wait and check it out in a waiting room instead because I'm poor, frugal and a tightwad.   ;D

Tell hubby he'll have to adopt one of my favorite sig files..."my opinions are my own. these are my feet and I'll put them where I want".   :thumbsup:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on July 15, 2011, 09:03:53 pm
Hi Blondie,

It's nice to meet you.  You have entered a great thread - there are a lot of wonderful people in here.  Your time in the medical field sounds interesting - I'm sorry it didn't work out for you to be able to continue with a job you seemed to really like.  I applaud you getting an Associates Degree in Accounting.  That is one area I am not strong in.  I remember in my college days (I was a Music/General Education major) that my cousin and I would be able to take a couple of general classes together.  She talked me into taking an accounting class (she was majoring in Business.)  Big mistake.  I dropped it and switched over to Intermediate Algebra.  I can do that type of math!

I have some medical conditions myself and recently lost my job due to cut backs in my school.  I hope things work out for you and your husband.  I really like your positive outlook!  Hope to "see" you again soon!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on July 15, 2011, 09:07:14 pm
why do so many people keep posting in this thread.

We enjoy meeting new people and getting to know each other a little more.  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on July 15, 2011, 09:50:26 pm
Hi Kim,

When I pulled up the link I recognized the girl from Survivor.  I remember her as she is in the picture on the island, not her cutesy farm life picture.  I guess she would want any and everyone to know she was on t.v.  It probably hurts her ego to think that not all people don't recognize her or really care about it, unless they were really into Survivor.  Maybe it explains why she gets loud?

It's interesting that you had mentioned the Jayce Dugard book when you first did.  That very night on FB, my aunt posted the very same book on there, giving it a high rating and how short a time it took her to read it on her Kindle, because of how good it was.  That's when I thought of your post and I also recognized who she was.  I had forgotten her name.  I would definitely like to read this book.  I went through something horrible in my childhood and it always helps to see how someone who has been through something like she has can have a positive attitude like she now does.  It wasn't easy for me to gain that victory and the situation almost got the best of me.  I can see it differently now, of course, being an adult, and it did help me to determine that my children would be treated right and loved in the right way and that they would make something of themselves as adults.

How are you doing with you and the SD?  I hope it's going peaceful for you.  I like your comeback about your opinion about your feet!  Hubby likes its and got a laugh out of it!  He agrees!

The Fire Marshall met with our neighbors this afternoon.  It just so happened my daughter had taken a picture on my phone of the fire going on when we came running out of the door.  She sent it to her dad's I-Pad which enlarged the picture.  My neighbor told the marshall about it and he asked to see it.  Would you believe it actually helped him to determine the cause of the fire when comparing the picture of the actual fire with where it had been determined to have started?  Their garbage can was on the outside at the corner where their bedroom met the corner of the back porch.  It was around 99 degrees that day and the can apparently was combustable with extreme heat and it ignited.  Come to find out, there have been several cases in town about these plastic garbage cans from the county having some combustable material or something and that they should have been notating that for people to see it and keep their cans out of the direct sun.  Needless to say, our neighbors are very upset at the fact they had 3 of their pets (dogs) die because of a garbage can problem that the county has failed to handle.

Our neighbor (the hubby) made 3 wooden crosses of different sizes (according to the sizes of the dogs) and stood them at the graves of their dogs.  It was heartbreaking to see - I feel so bad for them.  We've managed to entice their cat with food and water but she still runs and hides when someone comes out.  Hopefully she'll come out when the neighbors are over and go to them.

Well, I've kept you much longer than I intended - you've got a lot on your plate and don't need me writing novels to you!!  Hoping you have a great visit with your son tomorrow!

Julie  :)
Title: Novels and garbage cans
Post by: golotomer on July 16, 2011, 03:35:56 am
Julie, 

Never fear about writing me too much.  You have my email address too so if you ever need to talk and don't want to post it on the board feel free to send me a personal message.  I too went through various things as a child that have affected me throughout my entire life.  That is the reason I am going through the EMDR therapy.  What happened to me in the past in addition to the new found knowledge really traumatized me and then reading Jaycee's book / story really pounded in to me that I need to deal with these issues.  I had put them in the back of my mind and the pain had lessened, for the most part, but now have resurfaced. I guess this would be a discussion for you and I to have privately. 

That is unreal about the garbage can.  I think everyone should be warned.  Perhaps we should post something on Facebook and elsewhere to alert people.  Just like the day I put that fire out at my son's that started with the magnifying makeup mirror.  I've heard of other fires starting in odd ways from every day things that people wouldn't normally think about.  I'm glad your daughter thought to take that picture and that it helped the fire marshall. 

That was kind of your husband to make the crosses for the doggies.  The kitty will probably come around before too much longer, especially if she finally gets to see her parents. 


I was going to visit my son today but there was a change of plans.  I'm going to visit my friend though and we're going to lay around her pool and relax a bit this afternoon.  I will be babysitting tomorrow.  The SD was out last night until late and the baby stayed the night with a friend.  I had the house to myself, the first time in a long while.  I puttered around and did some household maintenance and homework and totally enjoyed myself.  It made me realize how used to being alone I have become over the last few years.  I had never been alone, at least my son had stayed with me, but I guess I got through the empty nest syndrome quite well.  I actually have moments when I think I could become a hermit.

Talk to you more tomorrow.  Have a wonderful day. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on July 16, 2011, 05:26:16 pm
Kim,

I'm glad you enjoyed yourself last night "by yourself" and today with your friend.  That's the kind of relaxing and productive time you've been needing.  I hope you can have more of those times!

Our neighbors were here earlier.  I'm glad they feel comfortable enough to use us as a "landing pad" of sorts.  That way they can come and go during the day, eat, rest, etc.  They've met with the insurance company and they've given them a check and an extension at the motel the Red Cross placed them in.  Otherwise they would have had to check out by noon today.  They used some of the amount on the money card and were able to buy some clothes and other things they need.  Several people have given them clothes and money, too.  They are overwhelmed at the kindness of the neighbors.  Some of our extended family members have even offered a dishwasher and stove when they get their new place.

My poor hubby is having a hard time with his mouth hurting from the surgery.  The antibiotics and pain pills make him nauseated and sleepy.  He can't eat unless it's soft, mashed, or cut up into tiny pieces.  So my daughter and I have been taking care of that for him.  He sleeps a lot in between, which is probably the best thing for him.

Yay!  We finally had rain today, and lots of it!  We needed this badly.  Plus it helped to keep the temperature down some.  Within a couple of days, though, it's going right back to the dry and very hot weather.  But I'm thankful for this, today!

Hope tomorrow goes well with the babysitting.  Take care and I'll "see" you tomorrow!


Julie   :cat:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: tigerscene on July 16, 2011, 05:27:02 pm
thats for sure we all did a new place to post at
Title: Hi Tigerscene
Post by: golotomer on July 17, 2011, 04:36:24 am
Feel free to pick this as your daily landing spot to chat and post toward your 3 dollars a month.  We don't bite.

Title: Swimming and such
Post by: golotomer on July 17, 2011, 04:44:19 am
Julie,

I had a pretty good time yesterday.  On the way to my friends house I was able to stop at several yard sales.  My favorite.  We got in her pool and basically I exercised the entire time.  I was so worn out last night. 

Two unfortunates hit me though.  My son was behaving badly last night and kept me awake until after 2:30.  I did get a bit of sleep from about 10-Midnight then he finally calmed down at 2:30 and went back to sleep.  I was supposed to get up at 4:30 and head home but I didn't wake up until 5:45 and the SD is supposed to leave for work at 6 and I was 45 minutes away.  I'm not sure what happened...haven't looked at the alarm on my cell phone...so don't know if I didn't hear the alarm or if it was set for the wrong day but I had it set for 4:30 without a doubt.  I felt so bad.  REALLY bad. 

I'm going to try to get in the pool each day and will take the baby in with me today.  Her dad might be picking her up but not for sure.

I'm glad people in the community are coming to the rescue of your friends.  Have you heard about Free Cycle?  You can get most anything you need on there and if you let people know it's because the family was burned out I think people would be even more generous. 

Sorry your hubby is still having a problem.  Tell him to take lots of pain meds and prop his feet up and whine a lot.  That usually helps me. 

We so need rain too but it's looking like we are going to get that hot spell before any rain.  Let's do the rain dance again.  It seemed to work the last time.   
Title: Re: Hi Tigerscene
Post by: jcribb16 on July 17, 2011, 08:56:57 pm
Feel free to pick this as your daily landing spot to chat and post toward your 3 dollars a month.  We don't bite.


:thumbsup:  I couldn't have said it better myself! :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on July 17, 2011, 09:27:06 pm
Kim,

I'm glad you got to do several things you wanted to do and enjoy doing.  Exercising in water is great, but like you said, tiring!  That's one of the therapies my daughter uses for her arthritis. 

I'm sorry to hear about your son.  I hope he's okay.  Maybe it was a good thing you were there.  Just unfortunate your alarm not working at the right time.

It seems I've heard about Free Cycle.  It may have been you who mentioned it at one time.  I'll look it up, though.  Anything that helps our friends during this time is worth checking out.  Thanks!

Hubby is doing much better today.  Still a little sore in the mouth, but better.  No pain pills until tonight.  He's enjoying his IPad tonight.

Okay, I agree, let's do the rain dance again!  It worked for me, so now it's time to work for you!!  It was only in the upper 80s today with a nice breeze.  I went out early and fed the birds and watched them for awhile.  I also left more food out hopefully to still entice our neighbor's cat over.  I found a couple of fur hairs in and on the food bowl that show the colors of her fur (she's a calico) so at least we know she's okay and still hiding out.

I feel so bad for you and your nose!  I saw your dear nose on FB!  That was quite a bee sting you got!  I sure hope it gets better for you.  You may have some explaining to do at school tomorrow!  Besides putting something on it did you take any Benadryl or something?

I put my insomnia to work last night (or should I say the wee hours of this morning!)  I cleaned the bathrooms - and I hate cleaning them.  But at least I did something instead of tossing and turning.  Sometimes it's like my sleep meds don't always work (maybe they conflict with my other meds?) and then I'm wide awake.  I had a spot of energy so I took advantage of it!

Hope you have a good day tomorrow (actually today when you read this.)  Talk again later!

Julie   :cat:



Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: Drat2011 on July 18, 2011, 01:44:58 am
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Title: Bee sting
Post by: golotomer on July 18, 2011, 02:41:12 am
I woke up this morning thinking I had a film over my eyes.  I tried to rub it out, and my eyes and whole area around them are very itchy, but it wasn't budging.  I went to the mirror and about jumped out of my skin when I saw myself.  Both eyes are badly swollen but my right eye is the worse.  I can't see out of it too well so I think going to school today is out of the question.  I'm putting a cold rag on it now and have taken allergy medicine so if I can get the swelling down I might go in later. 

I sprayed where those bees are going in, beside the front door frame, but they were still busy an hour later.  The spray didn't seem to phase them.  They are chewing through the wood around the frame and getting in behind the bricks.  Not sure what kind of bee they would be...no pun intended.  Hornets? 

I didn't get the baby in the pool.  She refused to go, but I did get in for a while and did some exercise and cleaning.

Glad hubby is better.  Can't believe that cat is still on the run.  Imsomnia can be bad but at least you were more active during the cooler part of the day.  Gotta take those energy bursts as they occur!  If it weren't for them there are many things I would never get accomplished. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on July 18, 2011, 09:14:43 pm
We seem to have some visitors that don't know whether to stay or go or know what to write!  I do hope some of the others who have posted in here come back and join in some more.

I am so sorry for your "bee" situation.  I hope the allergy medicine helped.  Do you think you may have to see the doc?  I know how hard that is, though, when hurting for money.  Anyway, I sure hope it's better tomorrow.  I asked my hubby about the ones chewing through the frame.  He said someone told him that carpenter bees can do that and that they actually look a bit like wasps.  There was another kind someone told him but he doesn't remember what that kind of bee was.  I hope you can get rid of them. 

Our neighbors were in and out today.  They washed a load of clothes.  He worked on some things in his garage (his way of coping.) They have an insurance person meeting them here tomorrow.  She was working on listing everything they could think of that was lost in the fire for that. I just try to have the coffee always going (for her) and the iced tea made (for him and for hubby.)  They have to also get the permit for demolition and cleaning the home off the property.  Everyday there is something going on or someone to meet.  I'm just glad we can help by letting them come in and out and do whatever needs to be done.

Here they are going through this, and then they surprised me today.  They had to go meet with someone and then go to the hardward store.  When they got back they brought a bag of birdseed with them for me!  My birds were down to the last little bit and they wanted to do that.  I tried to pay them for it but they wouldn't let me.  They said it made them feel like they were able to help us in their own way in return for us helping them.


Let me know how you're doing.  That's a horrible way to feel with that face sting.  Talk to you later!!

Julie  :)    :cat:
Title: Tuesday's missive
Post by: golotomer on July 19, 2011, 02:30:37 am
G'morning Julie (and any random visitors),

My eyes are still swollen and the bridge of my nose, inside of my eyes and all around the eye area is very itchy.  I've slept with frozen peas on my face but still it seems when I lay down the swelling gets worse.  I said if I wasn't better today I would try to see a doctor but won't have enough money in the bank until my UC clears this afternoon, usually late afternoon.  I feel well enough to go to school I suppose but I look like a monster and I need to keep ice on this so think I'm taking the day off.  I could change my mind in the next two hours though.   ???

It's nice you are able to help, in any little way, with the neighbors.  An ear to listen, words of encouragement, hugs, coffee and a landing spot is priceless with what they are going through.  That was a nice gesture to purchase you some bird food too.  I too feed the birds and love to sit and watch them so having a bag of food is important to me.  It's often one of the things I think about in my gratitude daily list...having the money to keep feeding the birds.  However, those pesky bees are on my front porch and I can't sit out there now.

I'm not sure what the bees are.  They aren't the carpenter bees though.  I've had those before and they are larger, have a dark butt on them and typically don't sting.  These bees look like hornets but they are drilling through the wood.  I've googled trying to find them but keep coming up with the typical carpenter bee pictures. 

Our rain dance yesterday worked.  It was a pretty good one but still isn't the soaker I'm looking for.  Shall we dance again today? 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on July 19, 2011, 11:38:08 am
Kim,

I'm feeling bad for you with your face.  I really hope you can get to the doc if you get your money.  It almost sounds like you may or could need antibiotics.  I'm sure it's not helping to get your schoolwork done.  I hope this program is flexible - I really don't know how that would work with having to miss days. No one ever knows when something like this will happen to change things.  Even like the neighbor's fire.  They are giving her a week and a half off and even took up donations for her.  She works for Kroger.  Here's hoping you feel better quick.

The kind of bee you are trying to figure out may be the very one that someone was telling my hubby about.  It was some that were apparently the same in Alabama where this person lived.  For the life of him, he can't remember what the man called them.

I'm glad the rain dance helped your way some this time.  Maybe this rain dance will help us both?  The clouds are building but that doesn't mean anything here, lately.

The insurance man is meeting with our neighbors even as I'm writing this.  Having to list everything under the different categories, trying to remember everything she can, has been very time consuming.  Maybe this afternoon, when the man is gone, she can try to relax a little bit.

Back to the bees, I'm sure that makes you feel leery about taking the baby out that way.  The bees sound like they are not going to be held back from what they are trying to do, and lo and behold, to anyone who gets in their way. 

I'll let you go for now.  It can't be easy to read and type right now.  I think I'll try to see if I can find out more about those bees.  Hope you can get some better rest tonight without the swelling.

Later, my friend,

Julie  :)
Title: Bees and swelling
Post by: golotomer on July 20, 2011, 02:24:33 am
Julie,

I still haven't figured out what the bees are, even after scanning the internet.  There is less activity but I'm going to continue spraying daily.  The doorframe is so badly chewed that Bob is going to have to either plug the holes or replace the entire frame.  Once I get them killed maybe I can put one in a jar and take it somewhere to be identified. 

The swelling is down on my left eye more than the right but still there.  My sinuses were pretty stuffed last night but that's not saying much as I have problems quite often anyhow.  I had to sleep on my left side all night because I couldn't breath out of my right nostril if I laid that way.  When I roll to the left I can actually feel the drainage and breath.  Even though I'm laying on my left side it is still the right eye that is more swollen.  Makes no sense to me.  You'd think it would be the opposite.

I can't imagine having to list everything being lost from a home after a fire and then there are all those things that have little to no monetary value but mean the world to you.  Were they able to salvage their family pictures or bibles?  I personally have a bible that belonged to my dad's grandmother (my gg grandmother).  She was born in 1871 and started the entries after her marriage.  It would mean little to anyone but me.  That being said I really should find a fireproof box for the bible.  It's quite large though so encasing it would be expensive.

I once had to list everything in my freezer because it failed and I had purchased a warranty on it.  Yet there was a maximum they would pay which didn't cover the costs entirely.  How can they repay for the time it took you put up the strawberry jam!

The weather is calling for storms here Friday through Tuesday.  I'm torn between wanting a soaker and wanting to go kayaking with a friend over the weekend!  Oh well we take what we get don't we? 

Later my friend. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on July 20, 2011, 09:16:47 am
Kim,

Wow, those bees or whatever they are, have really done a job on the door frame.  Those are some mean bees, for sure.  I'm glad you are starting to improve but it sounds like you've still got a ways to go yet.  Did you go back to school today?  I can imagine what they were thinking when they saw you, wondering what in the world...!

The insurance people met with the neighbors yesterday.  Everthing was declared a total loss.  They lost pictures, Bibles, family treasures, along with everything else.  They were given an amount to put towards a new home so they went looking yesterday.  The insurance company even gave them $250 for each dog (3.) She's coming over this morning so I guess I'll find out if they saw something they liked.

I remember back before I was married I had taken a lot of my clothes to a cleaner I had been using for quite awhile.  I worked at State Farm where you had to dress up more.  This one particular time, the cleaner place caught on fire.  Of course all my clothes were burnt.  I remember having to try and list every single thing along with the value of them.  I had bought all my clothes from May Cohen's and thankfully, I could replace several outfits afterward what amount I was given.  I hated having to list everything with a value.

Rain is definitely needed, but kayaking sounds like a lot more fun!!  I've never done it but maybe would like to tentatively try it! 

I have to go down for closing on my mom's house Friday.  At least I'll be out from under the burden of the payments.  People are already working on repairing the damages made by DIL and will continue to fix it up to re-sell through my BIL.  He and my MIL have been wonderful doing what they are doing to help me out of this situation.  And when it does sell, they are still splitting some of the profit with me.

Hope school is going okay for you and that you are having some peaceful evenings.  Sleep well, tonight!

TTYL,

Julie  :)




Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on July 20, 2011, 12:49:05 pm
Julie,

I never did miss any school because of the bee sting.  I have collected one of the bees and I'm going to take it to school and possibly a pest control place to find out what type of bee it is.  The one I have is really small and not as yellow was I thought it would be.  It has darker black stripes on it.  Maybe I'm just allergic far more than I ever realized.  I developed an allergy to shellfish several years ago that I had never dealt with before and am really allergic to the fall weather anymore in ways I never suffered when I was younger.  Who knows. 

I'm glad you are getting things settled with the house.  Another source of nagging consternation will be off of your plate once that is accomplished. 

No there isn't any such thing as a relaxing evening anymore.  If I didn't have to work or go to school I might be better equipped for what I'm dealing with now but going to school is actually worse than working.  You are there all day then come home to, sometimes long hours, of study.  Not to mention all the emotional things I'm going through. 

It is unbearably hot and humid here today.  Even though I watered all of the outdoor plants last night everything is wilted tonight.  I'll have to wait until sundown to water and I have a bunch of studying/homework to do.  I missed another counseling appointment.  I swear I can't keep up with things around here!  I promised to babysit last night thinking my appointment was tonight.  I didn't realize until this morning that my appointment was yesterday.  They were real reluctant to make me another appointment, tomorrow, and said if I miss another one they will put me in a program called Choices.  I swear I'm only missing because I have too much going on in my life and am possibly just distracted, tired and not as organized as I should be...If people would quit depending on me so much and allow me my own time I'd do better!

I keep blaming myself though because I was the one to suggest that she move in with us so we could help her out.  I envisioned a much easier transition than this has turned out to be.   
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on July 20, 2011, 02:10:22 pm
You definitely have more on your plate than you should have.  It seems like it's when you are able to leave for a day (going to your friend's, kayaking, etc.) that you actually seem to relax a little, let your guard down, and enjoy yourself a little.  I think trying to go to school right now has been difficult because of the other things going on in your life.  It makes it too hard to focus and bury yourself in your studies.  I applaud you, because you have hung in there, and you've pushed right on, no matter what.  I just wish you didn't have the other stuff weighing you down.  You will come out ahead and on top before you know it.

It's awfully hot and humid here, too.  I went on an errand earlier with hubby - ugh.  I'm pre-treating with my inhaler before I leave in a little bit for church.  I have to work with my youth choir tonight on a new program, and then take notes in church, afterward, for our business meeting.  I'm the "secretary" for the meetings. 

Hope you are able to get some studies in tonight.  Sorry about the counseling appt. mix-up.  Believe me, I understand what you are thinking.  I hope the counselor knows you aren't avoiding those appointments but have too much on your plate.  Do they give reminder phone calls like maybe a day or two before your appointment?  What is Choices compared to what you are doing now?

Talk to you soon! Hang in there, Kim!   :heart:

Julie   :cat:
Title: Thursday
Post by: golotomer on July 21, 2011, 02:08:51 am
Julie,

Yeah I certainly didn't mean to miss any of the appointments.  I didn't want to write them on the calendar because I didn't want the SD to see them and question what was going on so that was why I missed one of them.  The other one was a mix up because Bob and I went away over the 4th and I got my days mixed up.  We were gone Monday and Tuesday (but it felt like Saturday and Sunday).  On Wednesday, when we were getting back in the swing of things I kept thinking it was Monday again and missed an appointment.  They used to call to confirm the appointments but the last two weeks I haven't received the calls....or if they did come in "someone" is answering the phone and responding to them but not telling me they came in.  (There is no communication from this girl at all unless you pry it out of her.) 

Twice now though I have been asked to babysit, have said yes and then realized later that I had an appointment.  Oh well I know that Carol (my therapist) will understand but she'll scold me into using a pocket calendar.  Guess I'll have to cave on that one.  I do need to get more organized with my paperwork...I"ll be the first to admit that...there is just so darn much of it!   I think old age plays a bit into this forgetfulness too.   :crybaby2: :BangHead: :o
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on July 21, 2011, 03:23:04 pm
Kim,

Yes, maybe you should try for the pocket calendar.  Some cell phones have alerts you can type in and it will pop up to remind you.  It's a shame you feel as if you have to hide appointments from certain someones, such as SD.  It shouldn't have to be that way, but there are those who could or will make it difficult if they know or find out things you don't care for them to know about.  From my experience with DIL, I do know how those someones will use it against you in one way or another.

Tomorrow I'm going out of town to close on my mom's house.  It will be off of me after that.  Like I mentioned before, I'm just thankful for my MIL and BIL have helped me like they have and taken the burden off of me. 

My son has called his dad a couple of times.  He still seems like he's okay now but just wants to hurry up and get home so he can straighten things out.  I'm having a hard time because this is the time frame we were supposed to have the girls for 3 weeks.  I know I shouldn't worry about it - worrying won't make it happen.  But I miss them horribly and can't help but to wonder what they're being told about us.  I'll be glad when my son gets back, too.  I know he'll bring them up here.

Well, tomorrow is Friday.  Hope your week is going okay with school.  How is your face doing today?  Much better, I hope.


Julie   :cat:
Title: Your grand-daughters
Post by: golotomer on July 21, 2011, 03:59:36 pm
Julie, 

Have you asked her if you can have the girls?  Has she given you a definite no?  I hope too when your son gets home things will get straightened out on that end.  Maybe he can talk some sense into her and smooth all the ruffled feathers. 

I am setting myself up with the Cozi family planner ap for my phone.  You can do it online too and send yourself reminders. 

My face is much better today.  I did see a nurse practioner and she said I should probably get an epi pen because what I suffered was a pretty bad allergic reaction.  Without insurance it costs about 51.00. 

My SIL is bringing my travel trailor on Saturday so my kayaking plans have gone by the wayside once again.  Maybe next week. 

Good luck with your mom's house.  Talk to you when you return.  Stay safe. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on July 21, 2011, 07:59:46 pm
Kim,

DIL and her mom both changed their phone numbers after the police called them.  I do know she was looking at base housing but I wouldn't be allowed on the base to find her.  I know where her mom lives but have been encouraged by family not to go around her - she wouldn't connect me with DIL anyway since they are in cahoots.  I guess I could ask my son for her number.  He may or may not give it.  Even if he did, she won't answer any of us, or she would probably just change it again.  My son promised that when he gets back he'll bring them up.  It's just that November is far away yet.

I have to carry an Epi pen with me because of the asthma shots I get.  Only once did I think I may have to use it but managed to get through the reaction.  I agree, they are expensive without insurance.  I do hope you can get one, though.  You never know when that could happen again.

Sorry about the no kayaking.  But I'm glad you finally get to have the travel trailer on hand if you need it.

Hope your day is productive for you.  Talk to you later today or tomorrow.

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: TaintedLust on July 21, 2011, 10:08:44 pm
I'm Heather. I'm 31 from Kentucky and have a 18 month old daughter, Ashleigh. I live with my boyfriend whom I've been with for almost 3 years. The 31st we celebrate our 3 year anniversary. The only hobby I have are reading when I can, games when I can and watching movies. I watch far too many cartoons since that's what my daughter wants to watch 24/7. I'm a stay at home mom. My boyfriend would rather me stay home than work but even If we hadn't of agreed I still couldn't work. Pain Is an unwelcome guest that refuses to leave.
Title: Welcome
Post by: golotomer on July 22, 2011, 02:11:49 am
Welcome Tainted Lust, 

With an 18 month you have to be a busy girl!  I know their little hands are always finding something to get into.  I totally understand the cartoon thing as I have a 4 year old on board so the tv is always going. 

Sorry about the pain to which you referred.  What is the source? 

It's great that you are able to stay home with your child.  This are her formative years! 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on July 22, 2011, 07:10:19 am
I'm Heather. I'm 31 from Kentucky and have a 18 month old daughter, Ashleigh. I live with my boyfriend whom I've been with for almost 3 years. The 31st we celebrate our 3 year anniversary. The only hobby I have are reading when I can, games when I can and watching movies. I watch far too many cartoons since that's what my daughter wants to watch 24/7. I'm a stay at home mom. My boyfriend would rather me stay home than work but even If we hadn't of agreed I still couldn't work. Pain Is an unwelcome guest that refuses to leave.

Heather,

Hey, girl!  It's great to see you in here!  We can keep up with each other in two places!!  This is a great blog of Kim's. 

Your anniversary, the 31st, is only days from ours. Our anniversary is this Sunday, the 24th; our 29th anniversary! 

Hang in there with your pain.  I hope your boyfriend's doctor can help you with your pain.  Talk to you later!

Julie  :)

Title: Re: Welcome
Post by: TaintedLust on July 22, 2011, 08:50:01 pm
Welcome Tainted Lust, 

With an 18 month you have to be a busy girl!  I know their little hands are always finding something to get into.  I totally understand the cartoon thing as I have a 4 year old on board so the tv is always going. 

Sorry about the pain to which you referred.  What is the source? 

It's great that you are able to stay home with your child.  This are her formative years! 
It's different with my daughter because she's a preemie. I had her at 25 weeks.


The pain Is caused by bulging In my spine due to getting drugs during labor while having a back spasm, Fibromyalgia, Arthritis, bad hips, restless leg syndrome. My mother told me that as I was being born, both of my legs came out of the socket so that explains why I have pain In my hips. I've gotten countless x-rays and was told by my doctor that there's nothing I can do about It. It's a daily struggle due to Ignorant doctor's not wanting to give me anything that works.



I'm Heather. I'm 31 from Kentucky and have a 18 month old daughter, Ashleigh. I live with my boyfriend whom I've been with for almost 3 years. The 31st we celebrate our 3 year anniversary. The only hobby I have are reading when I can, games when I can and watching movies. I watch far too many cartoons since that's what my daughter wants to watch 24/7. I'm a stay at home mom. My boyfriend would rather me stay home than work but even If we hadn't of agreed I still couldn't work. Pain Is an unwelcome guest that refuses to leave.

Heather,

Hey, girl!  It's great to see you in here!  We can keep up with each other in two places!!  This is a great blog of Kim's. 

Your anniversary, the 31st, is only days from ours. Our anniversary is this Sunday, the 24th; our 29th anniversary! 

Hang in there with your pain.  I hope your boyfriend's doctor can help you with your pain.  Talk to you later!

Julie  :)


Hi Julie :)

Lol yeah I decided to post here too. Happy Anniversary by the way! Do you have any special plans? Having a little one hinders us going out but we do plan to cook Lasagna and garlic bread and maybe have a salad. We're also going to have some wine or something. I've never tried wine before so I don't know what a good one to buy Is. Anyway, gonna get up and walk around a bit, legs are starting to hurt. Hope to talk soon.
Title: Good morning ladies! (and any men that happen to stop by)
Post by: golotomer on July 23, 2011, 02:43:07 am
We are getting some much needed rain.  The temperature yesterday was 100 with a heat index of 105.  The grass is brown and I've had to water the gardens everyday.  I came home with the idea that I was going to have a couple of friends over to swim in the pool.  Took the solar cover off and started doing some clean up when the rain and storm came pounding through.  Our plans were thwarted but we really do need this rain so I'm thankful. 

I have to see my counselor today and my new motor home is being brought by my sil tonight.  I have homework and household chores to accomplish so it's a busy day regardless of the weather.

I hope all is well with you and that we all have a pain free, allergy free unemotional day in store.   :peace: :heart:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on July 23, 2011, 08:06:59 am
Heather,

Your meal sounds delicious for your anniversary!  I hope you both enjoy yourself.  Hubby and I are really tight financially, but we are at least going to try and go out to eat for our anniversary tomorrow. 

Hope today is going good for you - it would be great if you could have a "less pain" day.  Maybe you'll have a "big smile" day with your little one! :)

Talk with you later,

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on July 23, 2011, 08:20:32 am
Kim,

Yes, you definitely have a busy day!  I hope you get it all accomplished!  I already know you will since getting to know you!  It sounds like there won't be much "you time" though.

It's been 99 here with a heat index of 104.  I realize we usually have that kind of heat down here.  But up there where you are?  People leave down here during summer to go up there to escape the heat.  It looks like they aren't able to do that much this year.  It's hot pretty much all over the nation!

Hope things go well with your counselor.  I'm glad you were able to get on in there.

Yesterday went fine with the closing on my mom's house.  There was a moment, though, where it kind of felt I was saying goodbye to my mom again with letting go of her house.  But there's really no other way around this.  I know it's in good hands and will be fixed up and re-sold.  By not having to turn the keys in kept my mom's name in good honor - I'm thankful for that, too.  I'm grateful to my MIL and BIL for all of this.

I'll check back in later!!!

Julie  :)    :cat:
Title: Sunday
Post by: golotomer on July 24, 2011, 02:57:12 am
Julie,

Glad things turned out well.  I had a bad day.  As of right now I think I'm going to move in with my daughter.  It will be a long drive for me but I can change to a closer school when this semester ends.  I just don't have the emotional strength I need to get past all of this mess. 

More later. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on July 24, 2011, 09:50:04 pm
Kim,

I'm really sorry you are still having to go through this.  I sent you an email - I hope you got it.  Hang in there and I'll talk to you later.

I'm pulling for you,

Julie 
Title: Move
Post by: golotomer on July 25, 2011, 04:24:14 am
Julie,
I did move some of my things. I drove the 50 miles to school this morning and am at McDonald's using their WIFI before school.  I haven't been able to connect to my daughters wifi for some reason.  Hope to resolve that soon.  I haven't had time to check my other email accounts yet.  Maybe at lunch.  Right now I just want to earn my 17 cents for the day and check in with you.  Maybe connect at lunch or later tonight if lucky. 

TTYL
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on July 25, 2011, 07:52:53 am
Kim,

I'm glad you could at least check in on here.  Be careful commuting back and forth.  2 years ago, when we moved up here, I still commuted 2 hours each way with my teaching job, from January through the first week of June, to honor my contract.  Any kind of longer commute catches up with you. 

Hope you are doing okay.  Take care and I'll catch up with you later.

Julie  :)
Title: commuting
Post by: golotomer on July 26, 2011, 02:13:44 am
I don't mind the drive other than the gas.  I drive a Blazer and it doesn't get the best milage.  I used to commute about an hour a day and the only time it got to me was when it was icy.  PA gets some bad snow too so I'm hoping I can get to the closer school by then.  However, even though that school is only 25 miles away it is in a snow belt.  :) 

I'm sitting here on my notebook in the dark on the couch looking out at the morning mist rising up from the creek and it's really peaceful looking.  My daughter calls this a healing house.  It is the former site of Fort Franklin.  George Washington actually crossed this creek and spent many days here.  There is a historical marker in our front yard. 

I feel sorry for Bob but I don't miss him anymore here than I did at home.  He was gone so much I always felt alone anyhow and the SD never really talked to me so having her in the house and still feeling alone made the lonely even harder. 

Nobody came to visit here last night but then no less than four different people called to talk so I am blessed with friends and family.   And I have my dogs to curl up with at night. 

It will be okay. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on July 26, 2011, 06:55:08 pm
The "Healing House" has the right name and seems to be the perfect place for you right now.  Maybe you can find some peace and healing for awhile while working on your schooling.  Just knowing George Washington crossed that very same creek and spent time there gives it a special historical connection, too.

I went to the doctor today.  It seems the increased shortness of breath, as of late, the shakiness, and the upper respiratory problem (triggering the asthma), are being caused by stress (go figure.)  I've really tried not to let the actions and vindictiveness of DIL and her mom get to me; I'm trying not to worry about not being able to see the girls until our son gets back; I've felt horrible for our neighbors losing their home and pets; and then trying to figure out what to do about a job to pay my medical bills.  It's caused my emotions to go upside down and around. I could post a couple of pics of the damages DIL did to my mom's house - but I am just not sure that would be wise.  At least now, though, the house is off my hands, thanks to my MIL and BIL.  I was given some chill pills to take at night to help me sleep and rest, and to calm me down.  I don't like it but if it will help during a short period of time, then I'll take them.  I could share them with you while we both go through our difficulties???  Lol (I hope?)

I'm going to babysit 2 little brothers on Thursday.  One is 1 1/2 yr. old and his brother is 4 mos. old.  They are too precious.  Their mom wanted to go to Ichetutnee Springs with our youth group as a helper and couldn't get a babysitter.  So my daughter and I offered.  She was so happy about it.  The little fellows are great and we'll have a good time that day.  We have our big box of toys our granddaughters play with so we're prepared!

Hope you are doing okay and look forward to hearing from you,

Julie  :)

 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on July 27, 2011, 12:26:13 pm
Julie, 

Just a quick note.  I'm here at the house to pick up a few clothes.  Sorry about the problems with stress.  I TOTALLY understand.  You could always post those pictures of the damages to the house to my email address.  I'd like to see what she did. 

Busy busy on this end.  I'm still just working with a little notebook and not my big pc so it's hard for me to write much plus all I've done is run. 

More in a couple of days when things slow down. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on July 27, 2011, 10:46:26 pm
Kim,

Hang in there.  Hope things calm down for you and you can get situated as best you can.  Please keep me posted!

Julie :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on July 28, 2011, 01:57:13 am
No problem about keeping you posted.  You have become one of my daily fixes!  You keep me posted too on what is transpiring in your world.  Two tests over for the week and I didn't do as well as I would have liked, a B and a C but at least not failing and not bad considering I have been under undue stress and not much time to study.  Come on weekend! 

Tata for now.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: ButterflyWings on July 28, 2011, 08:20:41 am
 :wave: Just checking in...Sorry I have been a little preoccupied lately..I guess I would call it depression..I am really missing my Dad he passed away in April from Pancreatic cancer it happened so fast..and the worst part is we lost touch due to silly issues..So it was a long time since I saw my dad..We started talking little by little before he got real sick,I got to talk to him on skype..I made plans to visit him in june,he asked me to visit sooner but sadly I could not..He passed away and I did not get to see him again the last time I say him was 4 or more years ago..So I took a trip back home to Michigan reconnected with his family which was wonderful..Now I am home and really struggling..I want to be back in Michigan..I feel guilt for just not being there for my Dad or being able to say what I needed to say..I say a heart the day he passed in the sky as I talked to him it melted my heart..But yet I still struggle..So sorry I have been so quiet and not on this blog much my head is a mess.. :heart: I will attach picture of the heart in sky it is amazing...
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on July 28, 2011, 07:50:54 pm
Dianna,

I'm really sorry for you about your dad.  Thank goodness for skype and being able to see him that way at least.  And it's good you were both able to talk some before he got so sick.  Hold on to those precious moments that you two were able to have.  My mom has been gone for 4 years but it doesn't seem like 4 years to me.  Time helps it get a little easier in one way but in another way, they are always missed and never far from our thoughts.  That's neat about the heart in the sky - hang on to that.  Take care of yourself during this difficult time.  I will pray for you , too.  Thank you for sharing with us in here.

Julie
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on July 28, 2011, 08:05:20 pm
No problem about keeping you posted.  You have become one of my daily fixes!  You keep me posted too on what is transpiring in your world.  Two tests over for the week and I didn't do as well as I would have liked, a B and a C but at least not failing and not bad considering I have been under undue stress and not much time to study.  Come on weekend! 

Tata for now.

Hey!  I kind of like knowing I've become a "daily fix!"  You have become one, too!  I know the B and C aren't what you really want, but like you said - it's not bad since also being under a lot of stress lately.  You've hung in there through everything. 

We ended up not watching the 2 little brothers today.  The 4 month old and his mother both had sore throats yesterday and were coughing last night and this morning, so they went to the doctor.  I told her when she and he get better, to let me know, and we'll still watch them so that she and her hubby can go out on a "date."  They're very young parents and just don't get much outside time together.

When you read this, it will officially be Friday for you! Yay!  I hope you are able to get some things done that need to be taken care of, get some studying done, and try to find some time to relax in whatever way would make you feel a little more content.  Does your daughter have a pool?

I'll look forward to hearing from you soon,

Julie   :cat:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on July 29, 2011, 04:31:32 pm
:wave: Just checking in...Sorry I have been a little preoccupied lately..I guess I would call it depression..I am really missing my Dad he passed away in April from Pancreatic cancer it happened so fast..and the worst part is we lost touch due to silly issues..So it was a long time since I saw my dad..We started talking little by little before he got real sick,I got to talk to him on skype..I made plans to visit him in june,he asked me to visit sooner but sadly I could not..He passed away and I did not get to see him again the last time I say him was 4 or more years ago..So I took a trip back home to Michigan reconnected with his family which was wonderful..Now I am home and really struggling..I want to be back in Michigan..I feel guilt for just not being there for my Dad or being able to say what I needed to say..I say a heart the day he passed in the sky as I talked to him it melted my heart..But yet I still struggle..So sorry I have been so quiet and not on this blog much my head is a mess.. :heart: I will attach picture of the heart in sky it is amazing...

Awww....Sweetie I know that must be hard.  We all have regrets in life but you know you did your best to try to stay in touch so you should feel no guilt.  I think your heart in the sky was your dad's way of letting you know so hang on to that!  Talk to us anytime you feel the need. 

Kim
Title: Yay! It's Friday!
Post by: golotomer on July 29, 2011, 04:36:02 pm
Well I'm writing to you tonight from my own pc, hooked up in my daughters house.  The keyboard is in my lap though as I don't really have a computer desk but have set up pc housekeeping on an end table.  It's okay though because I'm finally up and running on a full-sized keyboard and monitor.  Whew. 

Still have loads of organizing and unpacking to do and haven't even really started to move any of the big stuff yet.  Bob and I are still a couple but just not living together.  His car is giving him problems and because it's a Jaguar, and an old one at that, he has to order parts and it could take up to a week to get them.  I'm letting him drive my Blazer and I'm using my daughters G6 for a while longer until he has time to get the bumper fixed on it...from when he backed into a mower at the track. 

So glad school is out for the week...it's been a long one and I'm pretty tired. 

Talk to you more later. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on July 29, 2011, 05:37:35 pm
Goodness, you should be tired!  Look what you've been through for quite awhile, and then especially this week.  I very much hope that you will have a weekend of catching up, relaxing some, so you can try and get your thoughts together.  I'm relieved and glad you have your own pc back with you.  You don't realize how much you miss something until you don't have it.

Well, it sounds like you're still trying with things.  It's nice he's able to use your Blazer temporarily.  How much longer is your schooling for this semester?  Actually, going to school right now may be helping you to keep your head on straight - you don't have time to dwell on the situation too much.  I'm assuming the SD is still staying there for now.  She's lost her babysitter....

I went and visited with our pastor's mom today for a couple of hours.  She really didn't want me to leave (even though 1 of her dogs did, lol.)  She's very possessive of her and tries to nip your ankles.  I turned around by the couch to pick up my things, and she actually nipped at my rear (again!)  She doesn't really hurt - she's a tiny little thing but like a big tornado protecting her "mommy!"   I ran a couple of errands while out, and didn't do too bad with the breathing part; but the cough started.  I even went through McDonald's and splurged on a McFlurry for myself!  It felt good getting out for awhile.

Well, off to do something about supper!  I'm glad I heard from you.  Take care of you.  Talk to ya soon!

Julie :)

 
Title: Visit with the pastors mother
Post by: golotomer on July 30, 2011, 02:32:04 am
Julie,

That was really nice of you to visit with the pastors mother.  I feel so badly for people that are lonely.  Too bad about the little dog though.  Your poor behind.  Nasty little dogs are hard to tolerate.  I once had a Schnauzer who would nip at the kids that would come to visit with my son.  He was a heel biter.  He was fine with everyone in the family though and but the older he got the grumpier he got.  We called him a grumpy old man. 

Good for you with the McFlurry too.  We need to treat ourself to some little tidbit now and then.  I tried one of their pineapple / mango smoothies the other day and it was quite good too.  Next trip?

Just waking up and my head is stuffy.  When I push on my eyes I can hear the squish.  Hope sitting up finally drains it this morning because I want to feel good and get things in order. 

Off to take care of my other 15 cents for the day and catch up on some emails.  My morning ritutal has begun.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on July 30, 2011, 10:51:37 am
They always say "Great minds think alike!"  I guess ours are because I was just telling my daughter a few minutes ago that I wanted to try the mango/pineapple smoothie from McDonald's.  I saw it on their sign yesterday but already had my mind set on the McFlurry.  So I will definitely have to go get one now!  I love those 2 flavors anyway.  So they should be good mixed!  I'll take your word on it and get one!

Hope those sinuses drain and clear up for you.  I woke up with a migraine this morning and took some excedrin migraine.  My sinuses are bothering me, too, so the combined of the two make my head feel horrible.  But, you know how it is.  I've got to get my paid things done, emails read, and posts to my friends (like you!) or I'm afraid I won't get back to them late tonight. I'm in the habit of getting all of these things done first thing ("morning ritual" as you call it!)

We're having a Barbecue at our church this afternoon for the youth and workers.  They have a volleyball net, basketball hoop, and other games set up.  Lots of trees, too!  We're under a heat advisory today, so I hope it goes okay.  I can't be out in it, so I'm helping inside with the "eats" and inside games.

Hope your day goes well for you.  Talk with you some more later!

Julie  :)


Title: Turmoil
Post by: golotomer on July 31, 2011, 03:19:23 am
Julie,

Woke up with the same stuffiness this morning.  Hope you feel good enough to enjoy your day at church. 

Things are in turmoil here.  My daughter threw a fit with me because she thinks I should break off all ties.  That was never my intention and I consider it an unfair demand.  I'm once again in a situation where I don't know if I should stay here even.  More major decisions on the horizon.  Please pray that God shows me which path to take.  I feel incapable of making any decisions on my own as my choices are so narrow. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on July 31, 2011, 09:25:24 am
Kim,

I'm so sorry.  Words really can't express the heaviness I feel with you.  I will certainly pray for God's leading in your life right now.  You are starting to sound broken down - try to keep hanging in there.  It would be best if everyone would just let you work through your decisions how you see fit at this point.  Trying to support you is one thing, but pushing you a certain way and getting upset and you upset won't solve the problem.  I know you've probably already listed pros and cons for which way to go.  Which way is the best way for you? 

I seriously hope and pray things improve with you and your daughter with this particular issue.  You need your family during all of this.  Stepping away from your situation by staying with your daughter gives you an opportunity to be more objective about things and how you want to handle it.  I hope she can see this - I know she loves you and thinks she is trying to help you.  The only thing is, it's from her outside point of view, plus the fact that in her eyes, she's trying to protect you from more hurt.

Stay strong, Kim.   :heart:

Julie   :cat:
Title: Monday, swelling, more moves
Post by: golotomer on August 01, 2011, 06:15:57 am
Julie,

Bob came up to my daughters Sunday night.  Monday morning I sat on the deck overlooking the creek and I prayed for God to help me make a decision, stay or go.  My other daughter had offered me the option of moving to WV and taking my 401K money out early and building a house on their property.  If I pull that money out early I would take a 40K loss so decided that was the price of a small house in itself so waiting another year and a half (when I turn 59 and a half) is the better decision on that option.  I feel that God lead me on the following decision.  Both vehicles were in the driveway and Bob had until 10 to get to work.  I had been awake since 5:30 and already had most of my stuff packed waiting on a decision for housing from an emergency source (since my daughter had given me an ultimatum of stopping all connections with Bob).  I got to thinking that since he was there to help me load everything and since we had talked and he assured me that he does want me in his life, in his home and that we will continue to work on the situation...we packed and I left.  I'm back at his house.  I feel like a fool for having left and I'm upset that my daughter won't take the time away from her Xbox games to really listen to a heartfelt conversation.  She would rather text message and because the communication was stilted she made the assumption that the reason I was wanting to move in with her was to sever all bounds with him.  My reasons were many but that was never the intention.  I am all he has and I wouldn't remove myself from his life regardless of whether we considered ourself a couple or not.  I just wanted time to think, heal and see what would happen if we were still together but apart and also time for him to see how living with the SD on a daily basis felt for him...so he would see what I'm going through.  For instance, one of the days he was home the only communication she offered was hi and that was because he said hello first.  We are all home today and the only thing uttered so far was Oh really when I told her that her cat had been attacked by something.  Oh well....one step at a time I suppose.  I'll keep praying and trying. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: mary_k on August 01, 2011, 06:34:11 am
I am 45 and just got my business degree. I got a part-time job last week. It's only 3 days a week.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on August 01, 2011, 12:26:48 pm
I am 45 and just got my business degree. I got a part-time job last week. It's only 3 days a week.
Hi, Mary_K,
It's nice to meet you!  Congrats on getting your business degree!  I'm glad you have a job, even if part-time.  I just lost my 3 day a week part-time job in May.  I really wish you the best!  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on August 01, 2011, 12:39:15 pm
Hi Kim,

It does show Bob is pretty serious to have made the trip to see you and talk things over.  You shouldn't feel like a fool for leaving like you did - things weren't exactly going the best for you at the time.  I can't help it, but I feel the SD is kind of keeping things from moving ahead with you and Bob.  Things are sensitive enough without her situation added to it.  I may be wrong, and I apologize for saying that, but I do feel that. 

Maybe, like you said, it helped him to see what it was like to be there with her without you there.  He found out for himself what you were going through with her.  Just maybe, he will request a change himself about her living arrangements.  I really want things to lighten up so you and Bob can work on the things you two need to work on.

I'm sorry about your daughter having given you an ultimatum.  I may be strange, but I couldn't do that to my mom.  I would share some things I felt but the decision would be hers.  My mom was the type that if pushed, then out of stubborness, would do the opposite just to agitate whoever was pushing her.  Also, at least you know you do have a background offer for setting up your own place in WV, later, if needed.  Did you get the travel trailer?  That could still be your "private office" when needed!

I'm praying for you, Kim.  Hang in there - do what you think is the best and/or following how you feel you are being led.  I'm pulling for you, as I always seem to repeat over and over.  But, I mean it!!

 :heart: U,

Julie
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on August 02, 2011, 02:01:39 am
I am 45 and just got my business degree. I got a part-time job last week. It's only 3 days a week.

Good for you!  It's always a good feeling seeing your hard work pay off.  Hopefully 3 days will work into more days.  If not you have the extra days to keep looking for another job.  Hang in there. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on August 02, 2011, 02:07:51 am
Julie,

Thanks for always being here to listen and offer me an encouraging word.  You are right that the SD isn't helping things but I'm going to have to take a different approach too.  I need to be more giving, even if I feel like it's not what I really want to do sometimes, in order to be given in return.  I'm trying to force her to communicate more. 

We went looking for spots for the motor home yesterday.  If I can find a place to retreat to when I'm feeling overwhelmed and need to relax it would help...I think.  His birthday is coming up and I think I'm going to try to find him a kayak.  If we have two and keep them at the motor home we might be able to get out on the lake a little more often.  I haven't been on the water yet this summer, other than the one sailing trip the end of May, and I'm getting antsy. 

So what are your plans for the rest of the summer?  Anything exciting?
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on August 02, 2011, 04:40:37 am
Kim,

I hope approaching her more and trying to get her to communicate more will help.  Maybe, just maybe, she'll slowly open up to you and understand you aren't the bad guy, and realize she has someone she could lean on a little.  She might find it will help when she needs an occasional sitter.  If it doesn't work, however, I hope Bob will talk to her some more. 

That would be neat to both have a kayak!  Being on the water, whether sailing or kayaking, or camping, seems to be your real niche for getting away and "communing with nature" so-to-speak.  Let's hope you can get out there sometime soon!

The first thing that had been planned for this summer were the 3 weeks our granddaughters were supposed to have been here.  There were places and things we were going to do with them.  I hope maybe at Christmas, since our son will be home, that we can take them to Disney World, since it will be a lot cooler and I can handle going (with my asthma.)  We had also planned to make a trip up to the mountains to see some friends.  They have built their own cabin up there and want us to see it finished.  We saw it 2 years ago when it was partially complete.  However, their plans changed when someone in their family got sick, so we put it on hold.

We'll try again in the fall, when hubby has a few days off.  I love the mountains and getting together with them.  We like to go into town and visit the shops, especially an old general store that has three levels.  They have so many old fashioned items, like toys, candy, food, etc.  They also have clothing, knick-knacks, etc.

This Friday, after my shots, I'm spending the rest of the day with a friend of mine I haven't seen in awhile.  I know the weekend will be a puny one from the shots, but I'm looking forward to Friday.

I had a rough night and am feeling pretty poorly this morning.  My reflux hit me after midnight.  I had to chug some Mylanta, do my inhaler (it triggers the asthma) and had to take the codiene cough medicine.  I had to try and sleep sitting up, but not much luck.  I'm already on Prevacid at night and Zantac in the mornings.  But this time it broke right through.

I hope you have a good day today and a comfortable evening - hope all goes well.

Talk to you later,

Julie   :cat:










Title: Rain, kayaks and shots
Post by: golotomer on August 03, 2011, 03:03:49 am
Julie,

We went and looked at kayaks last night and I think he has one picked out.  We are going to get it before the end of the week but probably won't use it for a couple of weeks. This weekend we are going to MidOhio to the races.  Leaving Friday and not returning until Sunday. 

It's raining this morning but it's just a nice steady downpour.  It would be great to curl up with a book and stay there all day! 

I'm glad you are setting aside some time to be with a friend.  That always makes for a good day and something to look forward to then place in the memory banks to savor later.  Hope your allergies behave! 

The SD and I did talk a bit last night and although it wasn't a deep heart to heart I feel as though a channel was opened.  I think the biological daughter some how interceded.  She had sent me a text yesterday telling me she heard I had come back "home" and was really glad.  She said she had never seen her dad happy until I came into his life and wanted us to stay together.  That's a good feeling of acceptance. 

Later...
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on August 03, 2011, 07:37:12 pm
Kim,

You've mentioned the biological daughter before and how she supports you.  I'm really glad for that.  Maybe she will be part of the key to helping SD make a turn for the better with you.  I know you are trying - no doubt about that.  It sounds like SD is trying some, but not quite enough.  Sometimes age and circumstances contribute to their attitudes.  I just want it to get better for you all the way around.

That was quick with looking at other kayaks - great going!!!  Sounds wonderful!

It's getting dry here, again.  We need lots of rain, but don't see in the forecast for still another while.  I agree about curling up and reading a good book on a rainy day!  There's nothing like it!

Our neighbors are hoping to receive their checks from the insurance company by Friday.  They have a person lined up to clear the burned trailer off.  They've also picked out their new trailer.  She and her SIL went through some of the burnt trailer and found her wedding ring, but not the band and not his band.  She found a diamond bracelet but it was melted down into the wood of the jewelry box - that was strange how it looked.  None of her family or wedding pictures were salvageable.  Only one heavy winter coat is partially okay but needs to go to the cleaners and see if they can clean it and get the smoke smell out of it.

I know the bronchitis is back.  I've been running the usual fever, have the congested cough with phlegm not the usual color, coughing more, and more fatigued.  The doctor will check me on Friday before getting the shots.  I don't know but I may end up going to the clinic here in this town tomorrow if it's worse.  I may not be able to get the shots until it's cleared up.  So we'll see.  But, I'm just glad that I haven't gotten it since January!

One more day and it's Friday.  I hope you and Bob have a great trip to see the races!  I'm glad you two are heading off by yourselves!

Talk to you later,

Julie  :)    :heart:    :cat:
Title: Fires, ills and Thursday
Post by: golotomer on August 04, 2011, 01:45:13 am
Julie,

I'm glad the neighbors are getting closer to getting things settled.  Are they going to put another home on the same land and still be neighbors?  I have my doubts they will be able to remove the smoke smell from that house.  We had a fire at the beauty school I was attending, years ago, and I never could get the smell out of certain items.  It would dissipate but would return on humid, rainy days. 

Sorry to hear about your bout with bronchitis.  Chronic illness can really wear you down.  It seems if it's not one thing it's another.  Praying for a quick recovery so you can get your allergies under control. 

I'm excited about seeing the races.  Racing is definitely his life and I have always liked it too but never got a chance to see much of it other than on tv or practice sessions at Indy 500.  Lived in Indy 23 years but never had a chance to go to the 500 race.  Once cut Mario Andretti's hair though!  Bob has driven the pacecar in Indy a couple of times so has been up close and personal with the track and sometimes has karting sessions with some of the Indy drivers.  (They kart in the off season to keep in shape).

We will be taking a tent and camping at a local campground.  I have to start packing tonight to get ready.  I think we'll leave on Saturday.  Hope the weather holds out. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on August 04, 2011, 08:56:01 am
I hope the weather holds out for you, too.  I really want you two to have a wonderful time away and together!  After everything going on, you deserve it! 

Yes, our neighbors are having the burnt trailer removed, and cleaned up.  Then they'll have the new trailer delivered and set up.  They are so tired of living in a motel.  I can understand that, but we've told them to take advantage of some things while they are there, such as the pool, internet access, no cooking, tv, air conditioning, etc.  They thought about that and said wow, they hadn't really thought of any of that, except for sleeping and eating there.  It's got to be tough though knowing your home and everything is gone.  Hopefully they'll have a new start on life soon.

I go for my asthma shots tomorrow.  Even though I'm not feeling well, I still plan on meeting my friend afterwards.  I've been looking forward to us getting together and really want to catch up with her on some things. 

Well, I may or may not "see" you on here for a day or so, but I want you to enjoy camping and going to the races!!!  Have yourself some relaxation and fun!!!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on August 05, 2011, 01:48:52 am
Julie,

It's FRIDAY!  Yippee...one more day of school then off to have some fun.  I'll be online some how, probably McDonalds breakfast and wifi, to do my daily FC so will drop you a line here and there. 

Hoping your weekend is a good one. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: ButterflyWings on August 05, 2011, 07:09:40 am
Hello Girls...Hope all is well with you..Things are good so far my depression seems to let up here and there..I need to get my butt up and do household things but since my trip home to Michigan I am finding it hard to continue life here in Florida..I have been unhappy here for awhile but I pulled along and made the best out of it..But since going home it is really hard for me to buck up and do it..All I think of is home..Missing my dads passing has got me thinking I do not want to miss anything else..My entire family is there and my friends..I found out my baby brother is expecting his 2nd child and I am here not there..I feel so out of the loop..I have my wonderful Husband and beautiful kids in Florida but that is it I have no outside friends or family..I have tried but I tend to want to be the type who brings messed up people to me,I naturally want to help people it is just me but I have been hurt over the 8 years I have been in Florida and met people..I think I gave up..And going home showed me I left behind so much..My reasons for moving I do not regret it was the best for me and my family..Now my fear is will I drag them down with my depression and want to move home..Cause really happiness here in Florida seems so far fetched it seems like I would have to fake it cause Home is where my heart and soul is..Thanks for letting me vent..I know this too shall pass..it just seems like it may take a long time or a big change to fix..And my fear is I may break before it happens.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on August 05, 2011, 03:57:13 pm
Hi Dianna,

You are really having a tough time dealing with your situation.  That's got to be hard for you and your family.  Is there even a remote possibility that you and your family could move back up there?  I understand the depression.  I'm on meds for that myself - hormones messed up, etc.  It's not a fun thing to have, for sure.  I so hope things will ease up better for you soon.  Is there anyone in your family, whether living with you, or up there, who you could talk through it with?  Or a friend up north who could talk with you?  Please keep us posted.  In the meantime, I will definitely "see" you daily on FB!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on August 05, 2011, 04:03:46 pm
Kim,

Yep!  It's Friday - yay!!  You should be on the way or there by the time you read this.  Loved the kayak picture and the color of it, for Bob! 

I went for my asthma shots today.  Today my peak flow wasn't high enough (normal) and they re-took it, still not high enough. I'm usually between 450 to 500, and it stayed at 410.  So she had me take 2 puffs of albuterol and wait about 10 minutes.  They did the peak flow again, and it was only up to 420.  She listened to my breathing - it's congested.  She took my temperature which just happened to be normal (even though it's been just a tad over 100 for a couple of days this week.  They went ahead and gave me my shots, but told me to get back on the inhaler every 4 to 6 hours for 2 days straight.  If the cough worsens and the fever comes back to go straight to the clinic up here since it could be the bronchitis trying to take over.  I have a feeling I'll be going in.

I had a great lunch and visit with my friend!  We try to get together when we can, but our schedules don't always permit it.  So we made up for lost time today.  I'm home now and am really tired, but it was worth it!!

Enjoy your weekend - you know you need it and deserve it!  Talk to you later!!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on August 06, 2011, 02:00:10 am
Julie,

I saw your post on FB too and commented there.  I'm with you on the congestion this weekend.  Hope you get to feeling better.  I'm going to take some OTC allergy medicine and hope it helps.  I know you usually have a couple of bad days after your shots so take it easy.  Stay in the air and just don't overdo it for a while. 

We are packed and ready to go.  Just have to take a shower and get the last minute things in the car.  I know how he loves racing and camping too so this should be a great weekend. 

I'm going to try to get up to pick up my kayak one day after school next week then hopefully an excursion with the boats.  He hasn't said when yet but I know he's been home two weeks from Utah so I'm expecting another road trip for him toward the end of the month.  Destination race but unknown right now. 

I have to get online tomorrow to file my unemployment so hoping I'll get in to at least drop you a one liner.  TTYL
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on August 06, 2011, 08:50:28 am
Kim,

Yes, I'm definitely taking it easy, today. Puny day for sure.  I went out early to feed the birds and enjoyed watching a couple of rabbits out there romping around and playing with each other.  They didn't even take off when I was out there.  Then I pampered myself with some hot tea (Gevalia's Ceylon Orange Cinnamon) which I love.  I'm propped up laying back on the couch writing to you, and doing my paid things and email.  I'm a bit lightheaded today, too.  But this, too, shall pass...

I hope the OTC will help with your congestion.  I know you though, you won't let that stand in your way of having a well-deserved and good time!!

Is school going okay?  You haven't said too much about your classes, so I hope that means that they aren't giving you too much of a problem and your tests are going well.

Have a great and fun day!  Talk to you soon,

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: ButterflyWings on August 06, 2011, 04:29:53 pm
Hi Dianna,

You are really having a tough time dealing with your situation.  That's got to be hard for you and your family.  Is there even a remote possibility that you and your family could move back up there?  I understand the depression.  I'm on meds for that myself - hormones messed up, etc.  It's not a fun thing to have, for sure.  I so hope things will ease up better for you soon.  Is there anyone in your family, whether living with you, or up there, who you could talk through it with?  Or a friend up north who could talk with you?  Please keep us posted.  In the meantime, I will definitely "see" you daily on FB!

Julie  :)

Julie,

Yeah I have good and bad days lately..We are in talks about it..Just a lot of things we have to do to make it possible..So there is a glimmer of hope there..I talk to my Aunt,friends,cousins and brother on a daily basis..It kinda makes it harder sometimes cause they all want me home..I do not blame them when I went to visit in june it was the first time in almost 8 years that I had been back..I lost touch with family over my mom (she is a drunk in a separate reality then most) she had me convinced my Dad and his family wanted nothing to do with me,so I found out different after his death..And I guess I moved her cause I thought I had no one but my husband and kids...And well friends always visit so I would still have them..I guess no I am seeing I had family and now i want what I missed and want new memories..:) But today is a better day I am feeling optimistic..and Yes Julies you will see me on FB I am there alot its my way of keeping them all really close..
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on August 07, 2011, 05:04:14 am
Julie,

At Micky D's using their Wifi and having breakfast.  I saw a lot and learned a lot about racing yesterday.  We dodged rain all day but the storm clouds saved the best for last and we all got drenched on the way out of the track.  The endurance race ended in the rain. 

We slept in a campground but it was too wet to put up the tent.  We laid in the back of the blazer with the tailgate open and a popup over that area.  We stayed dry but the misquitos kept me awake all night.  I'll probably be sleeping in a chair at the track with my mouth hanging open later this afternoon. 

Woke up to two deer checking us out.  Looks like another rainy day here. 

Glad you are taking it easy.  Talk to you more later. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on August 07, 2011, 12:41:58 pm
Hi Dianna,

Yes, I've seen you on FB talking with some up there in Michigan.  It sounds like some things have changed some from when you lived up there.  I'm glad you can communicate through FB, too, with your family and friends.  Maybe you'll be able to work out a way, through FB, to connect more often, and maybe even go for visits or they maybe can come and visit you.  Keep me posted, okay? 

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on August 07, 2011, 12:54:22 pm
Goodness, Kim, it sounds like the rain and the mosquitoes made a pact to try and "rain" on your parade, lol (but not really!)  I can picture (thanks to your description) of you sitting in that chair with your jaw hung down, snoozing away!!  But, hey, you two are together, making the most of it, and still having fun through the rain and mosquitoes!!  I just hope it didn't make your congestion worse.

Yesterday was not great.  Hubby and daughter went on some errands and brought me a Smoothie from McD's.  That was sweet and thoughtful.  This morning my dtr went to buy a newspaper and surprised me with a Starbucks coffee.  Can't get any better than that, right?  Today is still pretty yuck.  Mainly, I'm really weak and lightheaded.  It does feel like bronchitis is trying to kick in so I'm avoiding outside today, too, so my allergy cells don't conflict with whatever floats by in the air.

I guess you'll be back on the road late today.  Be careful, and hope school goes well tomorrow.  Looking forward to seeing some weekend pictures!

Julie  :)    :cat:
Title: Dianna
Post by: golotomer on August 08, 2011, 02:39:29 am
I was on the road and typing on a little notebook so I didn't respond to your earlier post.  I totally understand what you are going through.  I moved from NW PA to Indianapolis, because of my husbands work, when my son was 5.  I left behind my mother, friends and even my two oldest daughters who were juniors and seniors in school.  (They didn't want to miss out on graduating with their friends, playing basketball their final two years of school so stayed with my mother.)  It was horrible for me!  I cried several times a day for a year.  They went on to graduate, go to college, married and had children and for years I commuted back and forth and tried to keep all the relationships in tact.  It got really hard when my mother became ill and eventually died.  I wanted to come home so bad I got to resenting my husband and even his family, that lived in Indy, in the process. 

Twenty five years later, we divorced and I lost the job I loved and had worked at for 20 years.  I made up my mind then that I was coming home to PA.  It's nice being home but I'm finding that with two of my children living 40 miles away, in different directions and one 300 miles away in West Virginia and a grand-daughter now living in California, it's still hard to see them as often as I'd like.  Gas prices are high, everyone works or goes to school and there just doesn't seem to be enough money or time to be together.  I try to make the best of the internet to keep in touch with everyone.  I'm so thankful for FB! 

Does your husbands job keep you from moving back home?  Would he be willing to make that change and move back? 

I know it's hard but you have to find the silver lining and not become depressed about the things you cannot change.  I didn't always listen to my own advice and was pretty darn miserable.   :P I hope that you can find that happy medium though and will begin to feel better about things.  Being depressed is no fun for yourself and those around you.  Keep looking up in pray and asking God to help you find that happy medium.
Title: Julie - Monday
Post by: golotomer on August 08, 2011, 02:47:57 am
I did take several naps in the chair with my head bobbing about and slack jawed.   ;D  There is something lulling about the roar of the engines.  Scott Dixon took the race with ease.  This was his third win at this track.

http://www.allheadlinenews.com/articles/90056490?Scott%20Dixon%20wins%20IndyCar%20race%20at%20Mid-Ohio

We had a nice day though with no rain.  It got really hot though and we're a little burnt.  I got to see a few of my favorites though at various locations about the track, Rick Mears (retired), Mario Andretti (his grandson Marco was racing) and others and we were behind Chip Canassi driving out of the complex.  We got a few souvenir t-shirts and I'm really found of the Lap Dog shirt I got (one of those Life is Good t's). 

The mosquito bites are itchy but I think I'll live.  Bob's ankles got chewed up by some kind of bug but they look more like sand flea bits.  Bunches of them (maybe 50 per leg), bright red, not itchy and not puffed up.  No clue what did that and he was wearing hiking boots and socks! 

Sounds like you did exactly what you should have done on a feel bad day and your family knows how to pamper you good.  Hope today is a better one for you. 

Back to school and the old bump and grind.   Ouch. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on August 08, 2011, 04:02:15 am
Thanks for the link about Scott Dixon.  He did a great job.  I'm glad you got to go.  Sorry about Bob's ankles.  That's puzzling - makes me wonder if some type of bugs were already in his shoes from overnite. 

Speaking of school, it starts today here, for the kids.  I have to admit that while my hubby, son, and daughter headed off to their buses this morning, I felt odd and kind of left out, not going to set up my classroom and be ready for the students.  That's a strange feeling, after all of these years of teaching.  However, it does feel good to enjoy my morning, with coffee and internet, and watching some tv or dvd's.  All 4 pets are in here with me keeping me company - I feel "honored", lol.

Today is better, for sure.  I have way less weakness and fatigue.  Still having some bronchial rattling going on in there, but no fever so far.  That's good!

Our neighbors are receiving their checks today, in person.  Apparently the insurance checks got lost, or re-routed, to wherever.  So the insurance people are bringing them straight to our neighbors today.  Now everything can finally get moving so they can get their new home in and get settled.

Hope your day goes well.  Have a great evening!

Julie    :cat:
Title: School, work and other stuff
Post by: golotomer on August 09, 2011, 02:04:31 am
Boy your schools start back early.  I'll bet it did feel weird watching everyone head out while you stayed behind.  Are you still looking for a work at home job or just chilling for a while longer? 

It's raining here again this morning but I'm not complaining.  It saves me from watering all the plants again.  I'm congested real bad this morning though.  Not sure if its the rain or what. 

How long will it take the neighbors to set up their new trailer and get settled in?  The new trailers are actually built quite well these days and beautiful on the inside.  I just don't like the smell of a new one and people actually get pretty sick from those fumes. 

Learning to do EKG's today at school. We'll work on one another.  Yesterday I volunteered to have my blood drawn by another student but she gave up on finding a vein in my arm and just took a bit of blood out of a vein on my hand.  I guess I'm not an easy draw because my veins are little and have a tendancy to roll away from the needle.   :dontknow:

Don't know why I thought of this tidbit of information that I want to share with you.  I was looking for a good book to read and ran across one about an Amish girl who falls in love with a vampire.   :P   No I didn't buy it but it sure caught my attention on the dust cover.  Why don't you read it and give me a report.   :angel12:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on August 09, 2011, 04:30:25 am
Yes, the schools do start earlier where we are.  Actually, my hubby's school he buses for is in the next country and they started last week.  He drives the bus for the school where troubled kids go.  Some have already been convicted, some are mean and combative, while others are special needs, etc.  He has to have a monitor.  I'm a sub for the monitor.  He was MP in the Marines, so he's good for the job.  It's amazing how he handles them and how much they end up respecting him and his monitor.

The schools I taught at where we did live, out of town, don't start until the 22nd.  They used to start this early like here, until parents raised such a ruckus about going back so early cut into their vacations, so they adjusted the start day to no more than a week to week and a half before Labor Day.

Hope your congestion improves.  That's irritating.  We got rain a couple of nights ago, but need more badly.  We're still under heat advisories.

You were a brave lady to offer your arm to have blood taken from, lol.  My hubby's and dtr's veins do the same as yours.  You're learning some neat things right now.  Let me know how the EKG's go.

That's quite an odd mix of Amish girl and vampire.  I wonder if the author has ever met the Amish people in real life.  I've read many Amish books.  I know someone who enjoys stories with vampires - she may know about this one.  I can check with her.  Do you remember the title or author's name?

From what I understand from my neighbors, is that things will move pretty quickly once their checks are turned over.  The people are ready to come remove the burnt trailer as soon as the word is given.  The new trailer has already been built and is waiting for the word to move out.  The water guy (or whatever he's called) came out yesterday and checked all of the water lines, etc.  Our neighbors were supposed to receive the checks yesterday afternoon or today.  They were already lost in the mail and are supposed to be hand delivered.  So they are a bit anxious and ready to get settled.

Hope you have a great day.  Talk to you later!

Julie   :cat:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: ButterflyWings on August 09, 2011, 07:16:02 pm
Julie..thanks so much doll yes it has been so nice to have my friends and family on facebook makes things a tad easier..Thanks hun and I will keep you posted I promise..

Kim..wow hun I am so sorry that was a lot to go through.. :(.. seems a little better for ya which is good.. ;) My husbands job really is not a issue he is pretty versatile in his skills so I know work is no issue..Its more of we have a mortgage we have to pay off first then sell the house..then buy another in Michigan..Also my hubby likes how rural we are..and I am more of a city girl I really like fast paced and neighbors..LOL I am sure it will all work out..I have to keep looking at the brighter side of it all..And I know my hubby would send me there as much as we can if it takes a while..Sometimes I let my silly head wander on to crazy thoughts and well I will admit I am a little impatient LMAO..Thanks girls Love ya xoxox
Title: Morning ladies
Post by: golotomer on August 10, 2011, 02:26:30 am
Butterflywings....I'm like a mixture of Donnie and Marie Osmond...I'm a little bit country and a little bit rock and roll.  I like both rural and city.  I miss Indy and all the events I was able to go to there but I never really lived right in the heart of the city.  I was about 15 minutes from downtown but lived with big open fields, a creek, ducks, geese, coyotes and various other wildlife running through my back yard.  I had gardens and could be pulling weeds one minute but the next be downtown watching a Broadway show.  I live in the country now and although there are several "cities" fairly close by they aren't within the 15 minute range of where I used to live. 

I guess you and I share the same range of thoughts.  I try to content myself with whatever comes my way but there are always those "I'd rather" moments.  It can be tough to find that happy medium. 

Julie...I posted a link to that Amish girl vs vampire book on my facebook page.  I had several people asking about it.  I really like books about the Amish and would like to read more if I only had the time. 

Guess who missed another appointment yesterday??? Yup that would be me.  I knew I had the appt., I thought about it several times throughout the day even.  I came home and started working on some picture files for the school newspaper, having to convert the files from a weird Nikon format of NEF files to JPG, started my homework and all of a sudden realized it was 5 p.m. then realized I had an appointment at 4!  Now they are going to want me to take those classes and the problem with that....I'm already overloaded and adding classes will just add to the frustration.

I guess it's a walk a mile in my shoes situation I'm dealing with.  Maybe I'm looking for excuses but nobody realizes the amount of juggling I'm doing on a daily basis.  No lockers at school, heavy books so you have to keep them in the car and run back and forth between classes to get what you need, two cell phones that I need to keep with me but on vibrate so the teachers won't hear them, studying at night, the house in total disarray, no ability to keep my everyday needs at my fingertips because the house is overcrowded with other people's belongings.  I can't keep my makeup, toothbrush, hairbrush in the bathroom, or even my own bath towels because the SD has taken over.  The fridge and cabinets are filled to capacity and you have to search for your own stuff because everything is interspersed.  If I reach for something I need it has a bad habit of walking away to another location. 

I plan my showers around the SD's schedule, I plan my cooking around hers too because we cook two separate meals.  There used to be times when I would let the dishes go until the next morning but I no longer have that luxury because I feel the need to finish up and get out of her way so she can have the kitchen.  It's the same with the laundry.  I have to plan a time when she isn't using it so I can start and finish at one swift swoop.

Nothing is convenient at school or home and these aren't things a man would notice and a counselor has no clue you are dealing with because these have nothing to do with the emotional issues you are dealing with.  Don't mean to whine but just sayin...
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on August 10, 2011, 12:31:34 pm
Dianna,

Well, it sounds like a good thing with hubby willing to send you back and forth if you both were to want to go back, and wait on a house for you.  That's a tough spot to be in though.  One thing I've noticed, is that whatever you are dealing with about it, you always have an upbeat positive attitude!!!  Fingers are crossed while everything's being thought of!  See ya on FB!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on August 10, 2011, 12:55:59 pm
Kim,

Goodness, girl, you're entitled to a whine now and then!  We have to get it off our chests, you know?  You are going through some rough and tough patches right now - I'm surprised you've even got your head on straight, lol (hopefully...)  Don't ever worry about that, especially when you're there when I'm going through stuff  (Hint: DIL)

Do you have to attend those classes now?  If you forgot one of the others a couple of times, how can they expect you to keep up with those?  The main thing is, is to do whatever you see fit for you.  I'm sure it would work out for you better if all of the other things lightened up for you.  But that doesn't seem to be happening.

It sounds like another time for a sit down meeting with the three of you again.  Do you think if you laid it out before both about the timing of the chores, cooking, and laundry, being adjusted to help all out, and the fact that everyone needs their own space for their own items to be there and not walk away, would make a difference?  You've been taking one step at a time with them, especially her, lately.  Maybe another step?  She really needs to understand the load you are under and she should be helping you out more.  But that's just me talking, trying to take up for you.  Technically speaking, she should be the one adjusting her schedule around both of yours, but that's not happening, and I feel that is not fair nor right for you.

 I am so frustrated over this asthma/bronchitis situation holding me back from doing so many more things that I used to do, and waiting for those shots to really work better than they are, that sometimes I just want to say I quit!  But, I keep plugging on, hoping things will still improve more soon.  At least, when the cool and cold weather get here, it well help a lot towards me doing some better and being able to go out more.  (Thanks for letting me vent, lol!)

When is this term over and how much time will you have before having to start back?  You are more than ready for that break.  You just keep doing the best you can for right now and help yourself get thru this semester.  I do wish I could help outside of here, believe me!  Vent any time you need.  Keep me updated.

Julie   :cat:   :heart:


Title: Thursday
Post by: golotomer on August 11, 2011, 02:05:52 am
Julie,

Thanks again for your words of encouragement.  You are good at that!  I only hope I help pull you through on days when you need it too. 

Not sure if I have to take the classes.  Carol was pretty understanding, just waiting to hear back from the EMDR therapist about whether they can get the price reduced, they want 192 a month, and whether she is willing to forgive me missing another appointment or will insist that I attend the other classes for time management.  I'm normally good at time management really but just think I'm overwhelmed with too much on my plate and it's causing disruption in my thought processes.  lol.

I'm still congested too and Carol was complaining yesterday about her allergies flaring.  I thought the rain we've been having would thwart the pollen but it seems to be worse for some reason.  Do you have an air cleaner in your home?  I wonder if that would help.  Some people swear by a tonic of apple cider vinegar too.   

This semester will be over about the middle of September and I'll get a little over a week break.  I can sure use it to get things organized again and get back on track.  I started out the semester with the best of intentions and plans but things fell apart some where in the middle and I never managed to get back on track.  Kind of like when you are on a good exercise program, miss a beat and it's hard to get restarted.   :dontknow: :bs:

Ah well...here's to better days.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on August 11, 2011, 05:08:04 am
Kim,

The middle of September isn't but about a month away.  I remember when I was on the track team, before a meet, we would wear the weights on our ankles when running.  Then when it was time for the meet, they would come off and we would feel so light, like we were racing on air.  I say that to tell you you've got your weights on right now but pretty soon you can take them off and "fly" into your break so you can get some things accomplished.  I hope I made some sense here and didn't make myself look like a fool, lol!

I'm glad you were able to talk with Carol.  I hope she'll work with you - time is something you don't have extra of!!

I've heard of the tonic of apple cider vinegar, but have never tried it.  For our air conditioner filters, we use the kind that are labled for allergy sufferers.  Our home is extra-insulated, too.  And then we keep it a little cooler in here than normal.  With all of that, I do better inside than before trying those things.

Hope you have a better day, today!  Talk to you soon.

Julie  :)

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on August 12, 2011, 02:16:04 am
I'm hanging in as best I can but so looking forward to the time off.  I have the wedding in Pittsburgh on Saturday and am going to stay put and catch up on some much needed housecleaning on Sunday.  I have made a friend on FB through the local river watchers group that I might be able to do some kayaking with.  Bob said he might take me Monday evening too.

I woke up through the night coughing and hacking and have a headache this morning.  Hoping this will go away as the day progresses.  How are you feeling?
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on August 12, 2011, 05:48:45 am
Kim,

Goodness, you are a busy lady!  Hope the wedding is nice.  That's neat you've made a new friend with the kayaking in common.  You need that outlet and I'm glad for you!

So sorry for your coughing and headache.  I'm okay, just still fighting the bronchitis right now.  I have a headach but I think it's sinus.  Ragweed is starting up some - I always react to that.  Sure hope it gets better for you quick!

Enjoy your Friday and keep hanging in there.

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on August 13, 2011, 02:43:02 am
Woke up with another headache and a bit of a sore throat.  Nothing serious and I usually get better after I've been up for a while and my head has time to drain.  I did get my kayak here finally and we went shopping last night to get Bob's lifevest and paddles so we are now fully equipped.  Just need a free slot of time to get on the water. 

I did badly on my test yesterday.  Got a D.  The first one in Anatomy.  You get to drop your lowest grade each semester so this will probably be the one.  I just can't seem to concentrate.  I understand everything going in but I'm not retaining the information.  I think I need a new memory chip.  I'm pulling a B in the class otherwise. 

I just need to simplify, simplify, simplify! 

Anything up for you for the weekend?
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on August 13, 2011, 01:51:46 pm
Hey Kim,

Sorry about your headache and sore throat trying to mess with you.  I sure hope it clears up soon for you.  I know the ragweed is just starting to come out here and that's when the rough part starts for me until it clears out.  I'm really hoping these asthma shots will help protect my allergy cells from them where maybe I won't have as hard of a time.  I'm running fever today, with the crackling still going on in my chest.  I guess if it's that way Monday, I'll go in to the Urgent Care up here and get it checked.  It's just not hitting me as fast - maybe the shots are helping to keep it back some.

By the time I'm writing this, you are probably headed to or at the wedding in Pittsburgh.  I hope it goes well.

That's great finally having what you both need in order to go kayaking.  And when Bob can't go, I'm glad you have a friend now that can go with you.  It sounds like a lot of fun, but I think I would be afraid of flipping over and not able to flip back over - I know I'm showing my naive side because I've never been around it, lol.  It's probably easier than I think it is!

I feel for you on your test in Anatomy.  That's a hard subject in the first place.  No wonder your brain doesn't want to cooperate too well with the concentration - look at what you've been going through lately.  Part of your brain is probably stuck on that stuff and doesn't want to let go of it.  Since you are about a month away from your next break, I know you'll be able to keep that B in the class, if not even do better!  Hang in there and then your brain can take a break while you sort some things out.

Not too much planned on the homefront here.  This is part of the time the grands were supposed to be here, so I'm really missing them.  By the way, I posted a picture on FB of my son in a current picture on the ship.  He's the one in the yellow hard hat.  It's only a side view, but that's my boy!!

Hope you get some things done tomorrow that you were wanting to do.  Take care and I'll "see" you then!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: KingOfPopForever on August 13, 2011, 02:05:29 pm
I am 19 years old and I am currently not employed but in the process of looking for a job. I love being online and making money online that is my dream is to become rich working online one day and I am sure I will one day. I play seven different instruments and those are Piano which I started off playing and then Saxophone (all of them) in the 6th grade. 9th grade I tried French horn but my lips where to big lol for the mouth piece but I got a good sound out of it. 10th grade to 12th grade I played Baritone and Trombone. After I found out how they sound I became a huge low brass fan I play Euphonium in church on Sundays. God has blessed me with a great talent that I try to keep up. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on August 13, 2011, 08:29:46 pm
I am 19 years old and I am currently not employed but in the process of looking for a job. I love being online and making money online that is my dream is to become rich working online one day and I am sure I will one day. I play seven different instruments and those are Piano which I started off playing and then Saxophone (all of them) in the 6th grade. 9th grade I tried French horn but my lips where to big lol for the mouth piece but I got a good sound out of it. 10th grade to 12th grade I played Baritone and Trombone. After I found out how they sound I became a huge low brass fan I play Euphonium in church on Sundays. God has blessed me with a great talent that I try to keep up. 
Welcome to the blog!  Also, welcome to Fusion Cash!  It's definitely a great place to earn some extra money, make new friends, and express your opinions!  You are definitely talented at 19 - that's wonderful.  I'm glad you get to use your musical talent at church, too.  I was a music education major myself.  I majored in voice, and know how to play the guitar, and some piano, and handbells.  Keep up the great work! :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on August 14, 2011, 02:55:14 am
I am 19 years old and I am currently not employed but in the process of looking for a job. I love being online and making money online that is my dream is to become rich working online one day and I am sure I will one day. I play seven different instruments and those are Piano which I started off playing and then Saxophone (all of them) in the 6th grade. 9th grade I tried French horn but my lips where to big lol for the mouth piece but I got a good sound out of it. 10th grade to 12th grade I played Baritone and Trombone. After I found out how they sound I became a huge low brass fan I play Euphonium in church on Sundays. God has blessed me with a great talent that I try to keep up. 

Welcome.  You are so talented and I'm glad you are sharing that talent with others, especially in church.  May all of your dreams come true.  Keep thinking positive thoughts and picturing exactly what you want and it will come. 

Please stop back again and visit. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on August 14, 2011, 03:06:24 am
Julie,

The headache did finally go away yesterday.  We got in Pittsburgh around 9:30.  I did about five heads of hair and my friend Rose did another girls.  This girl is six foot tall and has hair to her knees to you can imagine.  I'll try to post pictures to FB in a few days. 

We stayed until after they cut the cake but left before all of the dancing.  I had a two hour drive ahead of me (home and to run my friend Rose to her house) so didn't get home until almost 9.  I'd have fallen to sleep at the wheel had I stayed for all the festivities. 

I can imagine you are missing the kids.  I feel for you.  I know that's hard.  My daughter called me all bummed out yesterday because her daughter has decided on Penn State instead of Virginia Tech.  PS is a 6 hour drive as compared to 2 hours to VTU.  She is just overwhelmed that Dakota is already 17 years old and how quickly she grew up.  Her husband told her she would be allowed to rent a small apartment in State College so she can visit while Dakota is in school. (Kota has to spend one year in the dorms but could maybe utilize the apartment later too.)  Knowing my daughter she will be living in PA before you know it. 

Did you see the news about the Indiana State Fair ground stage collapsing?  I've been to that fair many times, it's huge, and I know how quickly the winds can kick up out there on the prairie.  Such a tragedy. 


I'm going to bring Rose over to the house today to help her with some of her computer homework, plus get all my tasks and chores done too.  It's raining this morning but if it clears up Bob has said he thought he'd get off of work early enough that we could take the kayaks out for an hour or two on the reservoir.  We shall see. 

Hope you see some improvement today.  Did you ever get the Jaycee Dugard book? 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: KingOfPopForever on August 14, 2011, 04:15:39 am
I am 19 years old and I am currently not employed but in the process of looking for a job. I love being online and making money online that is my dream is to become rich working online one day and I am sure I will one day. I play seven different instruments and those are Piano which I started off playing and then Saxophone (all of them) in the 6th grade. 9th grade I tried French horn but my lips where to big lol for the mouth piece but I got a good sound out of it. 10th grade to 12th grade I played Baritone and Trombone. After I found out how they sound I became a huge low brass fan I play Euphonium in church on Sundays. God has blessed me with a great talent that I try to keep up. 
Welcome to the blog!  Also, welcome to Fusion Cash!  It's definitely a great place to earn some extra money, make new friends, and express your opinions!  You are definitely talented at 19 - that's wonderful.  I'm glad you get to use your musical talent at church, too.  I was a music education major myself.  I majored in voice, and know how to play the guitar, and some piano, and handbells.  Keep up the great work! :)

Thank you for the positive feedback and I love playing my euphonium in church for the Lord Jesus Christ it's amazing! Handbells sound so beautiful if you know what you are doing.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on August 14, 2011, 06:47:25 am
I love handbells. The kids at the church I used to go to performed several Christmas songs using the bells and it was amazing.  They sooo enjoyed learning the songs.  It's the simple things that make you go awwww.....
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on August 14, 2011, 04:30:14 pm
KingOfPop,

Handbells do have a beautiful sound.  I also teach handbells to a children's group at church.  They aren't the major expensive, and they aren't the plastic ones.  These are the metal ones and are color-coded to help teach them.  They are getting where they can move up to the next step with their own page in front of them.  I'm really proud of them and their desire to play handbells for the Lord!
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on August 14, 2011, 04:48:22 pm
Kim,
Glad you made it back safe and sound from Pittsburgh - that was a long day!!  Sounds like today is a busy day, too, with all you are wanting to accomplish.  Is Rose one of your classmates?  I do hope you and Bob can kayak some!!

I feel for your daughter.  That's hard for a parent when a child leaves the nest at any age.  But further away makes a big difference in our "mommy hearts."  That's neat about the apartment.  You are probably right that she'll be there a lot!!

No, I didn't hear about the Indiana State Fairground's stage collapsing!  That's sad.  The weather just seems especially rough this year and so many things have been destroyed.  I hope winter will be kinder in that respect.  Speaking of winter, I am so ready for the cooler weather to set in where I can enjoy outdoors more often.  I love the cool/cold weather and feel my best in the winter.

I haven't read the Jaycee Dugard book yet.  When I get paid at the end of the month, it's on my list to try and buy it.  I really do want to read her book.  In the meantime, I'm working on several books I haven't read yet that have been sitting on my shelf, patiently waiting their turn, lol.  Right now I'm reading Never Look Away, by Linwood Barclay.  The man's wife has disappeared, and while searching for her, finds out she's not who she says she is (is using someone else's name and birth certificate); plus the fact his reporter's instinct has landed him in the middle of something he's not supposed to know about and doesn't support it and they want to keep him quiet about it. 

Alright, heads up, class is on tomorrow (or today - Monday) when you read this!!  Go for it - knock 'em good (anatomy tests) and I'm cheering for you!!!!  :thumbsup: Talk to you later!!!   :wave:

Julie    :heart:   :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on August 15, 2011, 01:58:51 am
Julie,

Have I mentioned Paperback swap to you before?  It's a good place to unload some of your used books and get new ones.  You just have to print out a label for the address and mail the book but then receive a credit to order one from someone else.  You have to post ten books to get started. I think I'd get credit if you join through me so I'll send you an email invitation. 

Back to school today but I'm really not feeling up to it.  I only got a partial unemployment check last week and there is no news about my extension and I haven't been able to reach any of the TRA coordinators.  I'm down to my last few dollars and don't know how long this is going to take to get straightened out.  It's a bummer for sure.

Later
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on August 15, 2011, 05:45:58 am
Kim,

I think I remember you saying something about Paperback swap once.  I would definitely like an email invitation - thanks!

So they still haven't straightened out the unemployment situation you spoke about?  That's got to be hurting a lot of you financially right now.  I agree with you - it's a bummer.  Do you think the TRA coordinators are avoiding giving answers at this point?  I sure hope it gets turned around for you - you've put a lot of effort into this, as well as all of the others.

My neighbor will probably drop by this morning.  Their burnt trailer was totally removed Friday and Saturday - it looks strange over there.  They are hoping they will get their other check today.

Hope you are feeling better.  Talk with you later!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: chloe2009 on August 15, 2011, 06:00:59 am
Hi I am 47 yrs old and work part time.Am new to FC but am enjoying it.I volunteer at church and at my daughters school. Of course I would love to make some extra money but that doesn't seem to be the case for me.So I'll try and do some of these surveys and maybe get lucky and win a sweepstake :peace:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on August 15, 2011, 06:21:57 am
Hi I am 47 yrs old and work part time.Am new to FC but am enjoying it.I volunteer at church and at my daughters school. Of course I would love to make some extra money but that doesn't seem to be the case for me.So I'll try and do some of these surveys and maybe get lucky and win a sweepstake :peace:

Hi Chloe,

It's nice to meet you in here!  I enjoy FC, too.  There are a lot of variety of ways to earn money with FC.  Meeting new friends is a plus, even while earning a bonus in this forum for posting!  It's great about volunteering at church and at your daughter's school.  They grow up too fast as it is!  I hope to "see" you again.  Have a great week!

Julie :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on August 16, 2011, 01:50:30 am
Hi I am 47 yrs old and work part time.Am new to FC but am enjoying it.I volunteer at church and at my daughters school. Of course I would love to make some extra money but that doesn't seem to be the case for me.So I'll try and do some of these surveys and maybe get lucky and win a sweepstake :peace:

Hi Chloe2009.  Thanks for stopping by.  I hope you have better luck at the surveys than what I've had.  It seems I get almost the whole way through them to be told I'm not eligible.  I've quit trying because they just waste my time.  I still enter some sweepstakes too but mostly through HGTV.  No luck yet but I'm still waiting on my dream home or remodeled kitchen to appear. 
 :peace:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on August 16, 2011, 01:59:41 am
Julie,

Nothing yet on the UC.  They said I was supposed to receive a letter.  I don't remember getting one but nothing yet.  All they have to do is initiate something at the web site so I can start filing but nobody is giving me what I need right now.  I got 167 dollars two weeks ago.  I'm down to about 20 dollars and getting desperate.  I've written three times and call almost daily.  Eventually I hope I'll find someone that gives a darn and pushes the right button. 

Glad your neighbors are getting closer to getting their home back.  They need time to get settled before the colder weather hits and all of the holidays are upon them. 

Did you get signed up for paperback swap?  I just mailed another book yesterday and should soon have another credits.  I like how you can put something on a wish list and when it becomes available you'll get an email letting you know.  I have a couple of books I really want but they haven't become available yet.  Heck I can't even borrow them from the library.  I find that happens often...I become interested in something but our library doesn't have it.  They won't let me borrow on interlibrary loan either because I live in a different county but the county library is farther away for me to travel so I paid a 30 dollar yearly fee to use the local library.  I won't do it again next year as they hardly ever have anything in stock that I want anyhow.  It's a mind bender.  I think as a full-time student I can use the local Penn State campus library but still have to check on it.  I don't know that they offer any better services though.  Part of the reason I just end up buying the books for my kindle but with my uncertain finances I try not to spend money if I don't have to. 

TTYL
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on August 16, 2011, 01:26:29 pm
Hi Kim!

I looked through the site some yesterday and want to do more today, getting the feel and layout of it.  It looks neat.  I'll probably sign up tonight.  Can you list a couple of the books you are interested in?  With all my books (overloaded, lol) I just may have one you want.  I'll be glad to mail it out to you!  Let me know, okay?  (No cost involved, for you!!!)

Would you believe it?  It dropped down to 64 here last night (usually it's the upper 70s.)  That was great!  It's still the usuall heat but the heat index hasn't been as bad.  My system does not like weather changes, though.  My chest hurts today, and is so full of congestion, with the cough, that I gave in and did the nebulizer and took my codeine cough medicine.  Hopefully tomorrow will be better.  Other than this, I feel okay.

I've always heard that the squeakiest wheels get oiled the quickest.  If that's the case, then you just keep squeaking until you get some answers!  That's not helping put food on the table and pay your bills.  I really hope you get some answers quickly.

How are you doing, otherwise?  So much on your plate and not enough down time can work on you.  Prayers and {{{hugs}}} are sent your way from my way.  Hope you have a nice evening and can relax some.  Take care; talk to you later!

Julie   :cat:

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on August 17, 2011, 02:11:44 am
Julie,

Off the top of my head I want to read Money Secrets of the Amish, the book written by Ashley Judd and possibly some of the other books about the Amish, Sixteen Brides by Stephanie Grace Whitson.  I'm open to suggestions too.  I have limited time to read and the book has to be really good from the first couple of pages or it gets put aside until later and later might never come.  I'm into self-help books too. 

The temperatures are dropping here at night too.  The pool is getting really cool.  We are going to put the solar cover back on but I predict we'll be closing it by the end of September. 

I had a breakthrough with the UC yesterday.  I finally got an email from a TRA/TAA advisor and the letter finally came.  I filled out all the requested information and faxed it through last night.  The letter states I will only get 13 additional weeks of benefits and it could take 21 days to process.  I have a loan coming through on my school loan which will have to get me through until I get back on track then TRA benefits are supposed to pick up where the UC left off.  I've asked in advance what that process is so I can make the transition as seamlessly as possible.  I also put them in touch with my local Careerlink case manager so she can stay in the loop. 

We started painting the trim on the house yesterday.  We just did part of it and only a base coat.  I can work on it a little at a time on nicer days and when I'm not bogged down with homework or studying.  He just has to do the areas that require a ladder but I can actually do 3/4 of it myself. 

His birthday is Friday and I did manage to buy him the kayak (before all the other financial problems kicked in).  We are going to go to Cleveland to meet with his other daughter and take our kayaks.  She will rent one and we'll spend one of the days with her...I think on Lake Erie.  Not sure if I will like lake kayaking but one never knows until they try.  I told him I want to borrow the money to take him out to dinner for his BD.  He wants an apricot pie!  Do they make such a thing?  With no money I might have to use a cake mix that I have on hand and give him an IOU for the pie. 

Hope you are feeling better today.  tata for now. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on August 17, 2011, 09:23:27 pm
Kim,

Well I'm glad you finally got through to someone with the UC.  It just seems like a lot of red tape to go through, but hopefully it will help get you back on track somewhat.

That's a neat idea about what you want to do for Bob's birthday.  I hope you both have a great time!  As for apricot pie, I've never heard of it, but I'm sure it's possible to find it somewhere.  It may be one that would have to be home made.  Apricot preserves is one of my favorite jellies!  Let me know if you find out anything.

Today was actually pretty nice out.  There was a nice breeze and about 94, but the humidity was lower, so it made a big difference.  I'm just thankful for the drop in temperature, even if it's just a couple of degrees at a time.  I'm glad you are getting cooler temperatures, too.

Speaking of painting, as soon as we have some extra money, we are "hiring" our neighbor to paint our shutters, and do trim work, too.  He needs the extra work and wants to help, and that will help us out, too.  They had their dirt delivered yesterday to build it back up before having the new trailer delivered.  Hopefully they'll be able to have it delivered by next week sometime.  A couple of other neighbors and I are planning on giving them a surprise housewarming party when they get moved in. 

About the books, I know I don't have the Ashley Judd book.  Let me check on the Amish books - I do have several by different authors.  I'll list them for you and let you decide if they are what you want to try or not.  I'll check on the self-help books, too.  It's been a busy day and I only just got on around midnight, so I will try to work on this tomorrow (actually today, lol.)  Are you into mystery and crime stories?  Romance?

Hope you have a good day, today!  Hoping things are calmer at home for you.  Talk to ya later! 

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on August 18, 2011, 01:57:06 am
Julie,

That would be cool about trading off some books with you.  I really pared my books down by selling them on Amazon and trading through Paperbackswap.  I used to be able to buy books in the employee store through Doubleday really cheap and had a massive collection.  About all I've kept are reference books.  I do like some mystery and romance but not much from the mainstream.  I've read my fair share of Stephen King, James Patterson, Grisham, Steele, etc but am mostly into historical romance.  If you've never read Stephanie Grace Whitson you should maybe check her out.  She is a Christian writer and has a couple of series of historical romance books that are killer.  I started with Sarahs Patchwork but then read two entire series of her books.  http://www.stephaniewhitson.com/books.htm#

I don't know what I'd have to offer you in return other than some books on investing that I'm about ready to list on Paperback swap or some meditation CD's I've copied onto my computer and can part with.  Let me know if any of these sound enticing to you.  My book shelf is smaller but mostly full of crafting, cooking,  exercise and diet, medical, IT and books on religion or positive thinking.  When you look at my book shelf you'd think I'd be perfect by now! lol. 

I have a girl checking into an apricot pie where she works.  If not I guess I'll go with peach for now and then I can always bake him one at another time for no good reason at all. 

We are supposed to get some rain the next few days so I'm not sure if we'll get the kayaking in this weekend or any additional painting. Hopefully I can knock the painting out while I'm on fall break from school. 

Glad the neighbors are making progress.  Read about the boy on your FB page and prayers go out for him.  Take care sweetie and I'll be in touch.  Lucky you huh? 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: DanaWright on August 18, 2011, 02:03:25 pm
Hello! I am 39 years old, married for 16 years and have 2 boys ages 10 and 5. I currently teach part time as a substitute teacher at private school but am looking into subbing at my kids' school this next year. My first children's book is in the process of being published and I hope to have it in the next couple of weeks. If you have Facebook, you can check out and "like" the page....It's called Crazy Pants. Once school starts, I want to work on some more writing - I have already submitted a short story and poem to magazines but haven't heard back yet. Also plan to work on my 2nd book once Crazy Pants come out and I work on its publicity and getting it into stores and some book signings set up. I think this will be a busy and exciting year for me!
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on August 18, 2011, 07:51:55 pm
Hello! I am 39 years old, married for 16 years and have 2 boys ages 10 and 5. I currently teach part time as a substitute teacher at private school but am looking into subbing at my kids' school this next year. My first children's book is in the process of being published and I hope to have it in the next couple of weeks. If you have Facebook, you can check out and "like" the page....It's called Crazy Pants. Once school starts, I want to work on some more writing - I have already submitted a short story and poem to magazines but haven't heard back yet. Also plan to work on my 2nd book once Crazy Pants come out and I work on its publicity and getting it into stores and some book signings set up. I think this will be a busy and exciting year for me!
Hi Dana!
I went and checked out your page - it's really neat what you are doing!  I wish you the very best in your endeavor.  I've had a few poems published and am trying to finish some more before trying to have my own book of poetry published.  My aunt writes children's book and has a couple published as well.  I "liked" your page - I hope that helps!  I am a teacher, but currently am not working - I got sick awhile back with asthma/bronchitis issues and had a hard time this past year.  Plus the private school I was teaching Elem. Music in did cut-backs - needless to say - Music was out.  I am a sub for the public schools here so I will have a few days here and there for work.  It sounds like you have a super family.  Keep up the great work - hope to "see" you again!
Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on August 18, 2011, 08:18:48 pm
Kim,

Thank you for the prayers for Jordan (on FB.)  He's got pneumonia also and is still in critical condition.  They are still trying to get the swelling down.

Today was busier than I thought it would be for me.  My neighbors popped in and out today several times, as a landing pad, from the heat.  There were a couple of different people who met them to check final things before okaying the new trailer to be able to be delivered.  I had to go with hubby on a couple of errands.  I had an appt. at the bank regarding the escrow check that came from the sale of my mom's house.  I had to dig deep to find the papers proving I am the Executor of her Estate.  At first they wanted to open an estate acct. but I explained that after the probate and everything that was taken care of a couple of years ago, I was told I could close it.  So their attorney looked thru my papers and okayed everything so that I can just deposit the check in my regular acct. up here.  Stipulation: a 2 day hold, so it's not available until Tuesday.  All's well that ends well, though, right?

Then we had company tonight.  So, needless to say, I haven't been able to get the list totally ready for you.  Sorry about that.  I will work on it more tomorrow since it's supposed to be a quiet day for me with all of them at work.  I know I do have some historical romance books.  I have James Patterson, Stephen King, Grisham, and Steel books, also.  I've started reading books by Linwood Barclay - kind of like James Patterson where there's mystery mixed with crime solving.  Also, the Amish books I mainly have are Christian-based, and some are a series of books that follow their generations, or branch out with each book going into each of the siblings story and what they each go thru. 

I have books with religion and positive thinking, too.  Maybe we'll each have what the other doesn't!  I do like craft books, especially anything about cross-stitching, knitting, quilting, and crocheting.

About the pies, I love peach pie the best, besides pumpkin pie!  The idea of an apricot pie sounds very appealing - let me know what you find out!

That would be a bummer not to get to go kayaking because of rain.  But maybe it will surprise you and end up being clear! 

Okay, closing for now.  And yes, "lucky me" for you being back in touch, lol!!!  Hope Friday is great for you.  Talk to you soon!

Julie   :cat:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on August 19, 2011, 01:57:07 am
Hello! I am 39 years old, married for 16 years and have 2 boys ages 10 and 5. I currently teach part time as a substitute teacher at private school but am looking into subbing at my kids' school this next year. My first children's book is in the process of being published and I hope to have it in the next couple of weeks. If you have Facebook, you can check out and "like" the page....It's called Crazy Pants. Once school starts, I want to work on some more writing - I have already submitted a short story and poem to magazines but haven't heard back yet. Also plan to work on my 2nd book once Crazy Pants come out and I work on its publicity and getting it into stores and some book signings set up. I think this will be a busy and exciting year for me!

How exciting!  I will definitely check you out on FB and check out your work. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on August 19, 2011, 02:09:30 am
Dana...I liked your page and shared a link to it on my page.  I can't wait to read the book. 

Julie, 

Glad you are getting things cleared up about the house.  Yes we have that two to five day business hold on checks too. 

Today is Bob's birthday but I still haven't found out about the pie.  I have been so broke that shopping for even a card has been out of the question.  Good news is that they did deposit my FC money this morning and I should have my student loan money in the mail today or tomorrow but again the bank will put a hold on it so probably not available until about Wednesday.

We are going to Cleveland tomorrow morning to kayak.  Scattered storms but we'll try to run between the raindrops.  The Amish books you have sound interesting.  I just hope I have something you'll want in exchange.  No hurry on making that list sweetie.  I have several books I'm working on right now.  Don't Sweat the Small Stuff and one by Dave Ramsey about finance.  Another good read you might enjoy are books by Wendell Berry.  I first read Hannah Coulter but also have Jayber Crow. 

I have to cut this short this morning as I have three homework assignments that need to be kicked out of the park today in order to free up my weekend. 

Have a wonderful day Julie!
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on August 19, 2011, 09:39:37 pm
Hi Kim,

I hope you were able to get those assignments done to free up your weekend.  Have fun kayaking tomorrow (actually today since it's after midnight here) and maybe it won't rain too much for you.

I looked up Wendell Berry.  Hannah Coulter and Jayber Crow look like some interesting reading.  I would probably enjoy his poems, too.  Here are just a few titles/authors I've pulled aside.  There are a couple of books that are historical romance that you may like, but a friend is reading them.  I'll list them when I get them back.
Wanda Brunstetter: A Merry Heart (Brides of Lancaster County), Book 1
                          White Christmas Pie

Janette Oke and T. Davis Bunn: The Meeting Place - Takes place in 1753 when the French and British were battling.

Mindy Starns Clark: Shadows of Lancaster County - This includes the simple Amish farming; Anna's brother missing (she had left the area when a tragedy had happened and now her sis-in-law is asking for her to come and help find him); certain people don't want her interfering and will try and stop her from finding him and discovering what they are up to; then her former love re-appears, complicating things.

I'll try and get some of the self-help books and positive thinking books pulled so I can list them later.

Hope you have a great weekend and I'll "see" you sometime this weekend!!

Julie   :heart:    :cat:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on August 20, 2011, 03:21:34 am
Julie,

All of those books sound good to me.  I just wonder what I can trde with you.  Tell me sme things you are looking for and let me look back through my collection. 

Leaving this morning for Cleveland.  So far it's misty and foggy and cool.  I'm thinking it will warm up by this afternoon though.  I am not sure but think we might be staying the night. 

I had a bad emotional day yesterday with his birthday.  If you remember, or if I ever told you, on my birthday he had set up a date to meet with a couple of people.  I hadn't found out until later but just knowing was bad enough.  His birthday just triggered all those bad memories and I laid awake half the night wondering and thinking.  I tried real hard not to bring it up but succumbed during breakfast at Bob Evans and made the comment about trying to make his birthday special as he had made mine (and he had) but there was one suttle difference...I didn't have a date planned with anyone (or two) people.  Ouch.  I don't like being mean but dealing with this type of pain is really hard. 

Gotta go pack.  Talk to you later.  Have a good day. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on August 20, 2011, 05:57:42 pm
Kim,

You don't need to worry about trading with me right now.  I have at least 8 books going at once.  No kidding!  I'll read a couple and get them done.  And the  others I pick up here and there until I'm done.  My hubby laughs at me with my tall stack of "currently reading books" but I just love reading!  So honestly, that would be okay with me to send you some out.  You can just send them back when done - I can even pay the postage for you to send them back.  The Hannah Coulter book by Wendell Berry: Is that one you actually have?  If so, I wouldn't mind reading that one! 

I wish there was a way you could know and be assured that he has changed his ways completely.  It just seems it would totally change your relationship for the better because there would be no doubts about it.  I know in some situations it would be nice to be a "fly on the wall" but then again, it could be awful to find out something I'm not sure I really wanted to know about.  I hope when you said that to him this morning that he reassured you and was straight with you.  I hope you have a good trip with him and maybe the staying over a night will be a plus!  It would be great to come back home feeling wonderful and close, ready to face a new week of challenges together!

I'll see you when you get back.  Keep up the good work!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on August 21, 2011, 10:29:37 am
Julie,

The weekend went well.  I've posted pictures to facebook so you can have a look.  No the Hannah Coulter is one I have on Kindle.  I have to figure out a way to pull those off into PDF's so we could share those.  I do have the Jayber Crow Book and one called The Memory Keeper's Daughter.  Let me know if you are interested in those.  I would gladly send you postage on the other books and then mail them back when I'm finished but it would take me quite a while to do them all.  I'd feel safer just exchanging one book at a time.  Sound like a plan?  I'd start with book one from the Amish series.  Do you have the rest of those too? 

We are having a lot of rain right now.  Lightning hit earlier that sent me jumping out of my seat.  Had to reset the computers and all the digital clocks in the house. 

Catching up on emails and getting my study guide together for a test on Tuesday.  Tomorrow we spend the day in court observing something to do with a murder and whatever other cases are currently on the docket. 

Talk to you more later. 

Kim
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Post by: jcribb16 on August 21, 2011, 04:28:14 pm
Hi Kim,

So glad your weekend went well!  I will check out your pics on FB.  One book at a time sounds great.  I have the first couple of the series of the book you're wanting to read.  I'll hopefully have the last couple returned soon.  My pastor's wife loves the Amish stories, herself.  There are 4 books in this series.  As for me, I would be interested in reading The Memory Keeper's Daughter.  I've wanted to for quite awhile but haven't bought it or checked it out.  So that would be great!  I'll send you my address through our email and get yours, and I'll get the one book off in the mail to you!  No rush at all on the book, okay?

We thought we had some major storms heading in this evening but it is actually now clearing up out there.  Oh well.  The weather people are watching a couple of tropicals storms/possible hurricanes in the Atlantic.  One of them appears to be coming our way, looking like it will hit FL, south of us, and head right up our way.  It's supposed to lessen with the winds but we should get plenty of rain out of it.  However, you never know what these storms are going to do, right?  That must have been a loud one to make you jump like that - glad it didn't knock your computer out!!

Tomorrow sounds very interesting for class.  Let me know how it goes.  Good luck on your test on Tuesday, too!

Once again, I'm glad you had a good weekend - you needed that!  Talk soon!


Julie  :)
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Post by: golotomer on August 22, 2011, 01:58:01 am
Julie,

I got your email with your address.  I'll send mine too.  I won't have the money to mail the book to you until next week.  Sorry for the delay but nothing is coming through for me yet.  :(

Busy morning so I'll talk more later. 

Kim
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Post by: ButterflyWings on August 22, 2011, 08:09:40 am
Well Hello Girls..Wow I had to read a lot to catch up lol..Been busy with kids starting school and stuff..Looking into starting a craft page and possibly going back to school I am really excited and nervous all at once..My bouts of depression come and go but I think I may have a hold on it..I figure better myself and all else should fall into place..Well hopefully I can keep up in here more now that I have time with no kids..Kisses girls till later xoxoxo
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Post by: jcribb16 on August 22, 2011, 11:44:34 am
Julie,

I got your email with your address.  I'll send mine too.  I won't have the money to mail the book to you until next week.  Sorry for the delay but nothing is coming through for me yet.  :(

Busy morning so I'll talk more later. 

Kim
Kim,
You don't have to worry about sending me the book right now - remember, I'm the one who has at least 8 books all going at one time!  So no problem, there.  Hope you have a great day at school today, and a good evening tonight.  Talk to you later!

Julie :)
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Post by: jcribb16 on August 22, 2011, 11:50:11 am
Well Hello Girls..Wow I had to read a lot to catch up lol..Been busy with kids starting school and stuff..Looking into starting a craft page and possibly going back to school I am really excited and nervous all at once..My bouts of depression come and go but I think I may have a hold on it..I figure better myself and all else should fall into place..Well hopefully I can keep up in here more now that I have time with no kids..Kisses girls till later xoxoxo

That's neat about possibly starting a craft page - I will definitely check it out!  Congrats on going back to school, too!  What will you be working on?

That's a good thing to hear about maybe getting a hold on the bouts of depression.  Prayers and hugs sent your way.  That's not an easy thing dealing with this - I can really relate to it, myself.

It would be great to see more of you on here!  Have a super week! 


Julie  :)
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Post by: golotomer on August 23, 2011, 02:01:27 am
Butterfly wings.

Good to hear about school and the depression lessoning.  I'd be interested in the craft page too.  Christmas will be here before you know it and I'm always looking for things to do for gifts that are easy and cheap.  Let me know when you get your page up and running. 

My grandchildren started back to school yesterday and I know my daughter is breathing a sigh of relief.  She wasn't getting any sleep because they always had friends over or were out doing things late at night and she can't sleep until they get home. 

Big test for me today so I need to study some so will talk to you (and Julie) more later. 

Kim
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Post by: dbsaus1 on August 23, 2011, 06:13:08 am
Hi everyone!
I am56 and not employed at the moment but looking for work but in my heart would love to retire. I am seriously considering working at home.

I like to read crochet and travel.
 :wave:
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Post by: jcribb16 on August 23, 2011, 05:54:46 pm
Hi everyone!
I am56 and not employed at the moment but looking for work but in my heart would love to retire. I am seriously considering working at home.

I like to read crochet and travel.
 :wave:

Crocheting and traveling sound great to me!  I hope things can be worked out for you to be able to retire.  Reading is a top favorite of mine.  It's nice to meet you and hope to talk with you some more!  :)
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Post by: jcribb16 on August 23, 2011, 06:00:50 pm
Kim,

I heard about the 5.9 earthquake in Virginia, that could be felt in PA, DE, New York City, D.C., and even in the Carolina's.  I hope everything is okay up there.  The news people down here are so concerned about Hurricane Irene coming that they only mentioned the earthquake. And Irene isn't even supposed to hit here now, just some big waves and a little rain, maybe; so I'd say they should have spent more time on the earthquake.

Hope you had a good day at school.  I believe you had a test today - did you do okay?  Hopefully, I'll "see" you some tomorrow!

Julie   :cat:
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Post by: golotomer on August 24, 2011, 01:53:25 am
Julie,

Flubbed the test.  This hasn't been a good semester for me.  I can't stay focused and studying is difficult.  I guess I'm going to have to start going to the library to study.  There isn't a comfortable spot here with enough quiet or good lighting.  I'm having the same problem with exercising.  No space to call my own that I'm not waking someone up early in the morning and no privacy in the afternoons or evenings.  It has me feeling down again that I'm not able to control my own environment.  Oh well ... I'm still working on creating a niche for myself but it'll have to wait until I'm off school for the fall break so I have time to reorganize the basement. 

I finally got my student loan yesterday but can't tap the money for another 3 to 5 days so no cash flow either.  Still waiting on unemployment to open up the website so I can file for my weekly money there.  Week three with no money coming in, except for a check from FC which certainly came in handy. 

Hope things are good with you.  How are the neighbors doing with getting their house together? 

Kim
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Post by: ButterflyWings on August 24, 2011, 06:26:38 am
Julie and Kim,

I will let you know when it is all set up..trying to get some villages painted, and ornaments so I can have some x-mas crafts on early..I am going back for medical billing and coding..I am really excited..I will be stuck in Florida another year but it will be well worth it..And may make moving back to Michigan a lot easier of a move..less likely to struggle..I figure the page will be up in a week or so once I have time to get the stuff photographed and such..Julie it will be on facebook so when I get it up I will send ya the link and Kim I will ;) make sure you get info from me or Julie :)..

To the new poster welcome hun you will love it here it is a awesome way to help,listen and have people who care..
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Post by: jcribb16 on August 24, 2011, 06:42:51 pm
Kim,

I'm really sorry about your test.  Yes, you have had quite a semester.  It's a wonder you even have your head on straight.  I know you are ready for that break coming up.  Did something ever happen with getting the camper?  Hang in there, okay?

The neighbors thought their trailer was coming this week, but for some reason it won't be here for another 2 to 3 weeks.  I really don't know what's happened yet - she said she'd get with me.  They have the money ready and they are getting a little frustrated.  Now if your money situation could get straightened out, right?

I'm going to the doctor Friday.  I'm more than ready for an antibiotic for this bronchitis.

Hang in there, Kim.  Thursday and Friday, and at least then you have the weekend.  Talk to you later.

Julie  :)

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Post by: jcribb16 on August 24, 2011, 06:49:20 pm
Julie and Kim,

I will let you know when it is all set up..trying to get some villages painted, and ornaments so I can have some x-mas crafts on early..I am going back for medical billing and coding..I am really excited..I will be stuck in Florida another year but it will be well worth it..And may make moving back to Michigan a lot easier of a move..less likely to struggle..I figure the page will be up in a week or so once I have time to get the stuff photographed and such..Julie it will be on facebook so when I get it up I will send ya the link and Kim I will ;) make sure you get info from me or Julie :)..

To the new poster welcome hun you will love it here it is a awesome way to help,listen and have people who care..
I'll look forward to seeing your pictures on FB!  Regarding medical billing and coding, my daughter has been taking some courses on that.  She needs to pick it back up and finish it.  I was looking into it recently - just not sure of the bigger picture down the road with the work itself.  With my health issues right now, I can't work full time; part time is pushing it; however, if I could do a lot of it in my home, I could look closer at it.  Good luck with this - go for it!!

Like you said, you may be in Florida another year - but now you have something to work on with work goals, while planning to move back to Michigan to be closer to family!

Have a super day!

Julie
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Post by: golotomer on August 25, 2011, 02:44:22 am
Good morning everyone.  Another rainy night here in NW PA.  I'm glad the week is almost over.  A cousin, who is on a genealogy website with me, is here in PA for a wedding.  He lives in Germany and I've never met him, so I am going to try to visit him in a local town and share some additional genealogy stuff.  I'm excited and hope the visit works out as two of our cars are in the shop.  Hoping we get at least one of them back by Saturday.  Bob has been taking me to school but tonight I'll have to ride the bus to the local mall and wait it out until he picks me up.  He could be as late as 8 or 9 but I'll try to take the time to study at a coffee shop in the mall that offers wifi.  Wish me luck and say a prayer because my last few tests have been horrible. 

Have a wonderful day.  I wish you enough. 
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Post by: ButterflyWings on August 25, 2011, 08:31:51 am
Julie,Yeah the at home is why I jumped on it..My kids and Husband are so used to me at their disposal me working outside of the house is nearly impossible they all have me running like a crazy lady lol..And yes it has given me a brighter outlook on moving and staying here a little longer..Thanks so much hun for all the support I really am glad I met ya and added ya to my facebook.. :heart:


Kim,

Good Morning hun..Sorry its a rainy day :)..Wow my Dad lived in PA :) Meade...Wow Germany neat I hope your visit goes well.And I send you all the luck ya need for your tests hun..Have a awesome day much Love Di
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Post by: jcribb16 on August 25, 2011, 01:04:22 pm
Hi Kim,

We could definitely use some of your rain down here!  You know, it's bad enough when 1 car is out, but when both are out, that's not even funny.  But maybe you can get some quality studying in at the coffee shop.  Goodness knows you need it!!  I'm praying for you and your next test! :)

That's great about meeting your cousin from Germany!  I hope you both can learn a lot about your family line and about each other's culture, as well.  I don't think I've mentioned before, but my dad was born in Philadelphia, in the hospital across the river from New Jersey.  My grandparents lived in Atlantic City at the time.  My grandmother went into labor and Philadelphia's hospital was the closest at the time.  My paternal great grandparents lived in Vermont, and my grandmother's family lived in Maine.  My mom's family were all Georgia born and raised.  I was raised in FL and spent time in GA growing up and I love it here.  But there is a big part of me that absolutely loves New England and actually wished I had another home up there.  I'm looking forward to going up there again on a much-needed vacation - just not sure when.

There is a couple that lives right around the corner from us.  They are from New York, but she is actually from Germany.  She goes for a couple of months every year to visit her family, and then her mom comes back with her for a couple of months.  I love to hear how she pronounces my name with her accent.  She loves to talk about Germany to me, especially the Neuschawnstein Castle, which I would so love to visit one day!!

Ok, enough of me going on and on!!  Talk to you later!

Julie   :cat:


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Post by: light_of_ryuk on August 25, 2011, 01:16:36 pm
im 20 years old and trying to make money so i can get my own place
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Post by: jcribb16 on August 25, 2011, 01:22:16 pm
Dianna,

I'm glad we've met also!  In today's world, and in a forum or on a social website, you just never know who you're going to meet, or who you can trust.  In my case, I feel I've made some great friends in here, on FB, and on both!  Only a few, but wonderful people who seem more than just strangers online.  When you are in a forum on a regular basis, you kind of figure out who people are after awhile.  

I really hope things work out for medical coding and billing.  It sounds like your family would miss you horribly if you worked full time out of the home!!  

Hope you have a great Friday and a super weekend.  I'll "see" you soon!

Julie  :)  

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Post by: jcribb16 on August 25, 2011, 01:36:19 pm
im 20 years old and trying to make money so i can get my own place

Hi light_of_ryuk,

It's nice to meet you on FC!  At least you know you can earn some on here while trying other things to help bring you some income to save for your own place.  I wish you the best and hope things work out for you.  Hope to see you again.  :)
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Post by: golotomer on August 26, 2011, 02:01:03 am
im 20 years old and trying to make money so i can get my own place

Welcome!  Every little bit helps and it only takes a little while for the pennies to add up on FC.  I always tell my kids that it's not necessarily how much money you make but how much you can save on your living expenses that make the difference.  Good luck getting your own place. 

Kim
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Post by: golotomer on August 26, 2011, 02:05:09 am

Kim,

Good Morning hun..Sorry its a rainy day :)..Wow my Dad lived in PA :) Meade...Wow Germany neat I hope your visit goes well.And I send you all the luck ya need for your tests hun..Have a awesome day much Love Di
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Hi Di,

I don't know about a Meade PA but there is a Meadville and it's not far from here.  Do you still have relatives in this state?  I think the medical coding would be a good choice for work at home or even transcription.  You usually have to do a year in a brick and mortar business before they'll set you up at home but maybe you could at least swing that. 

Good luck getting something started that you can stay home with your family.  I'm glad you are feeling some better.  I think when we have goals we feel more focused. 
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Post by: golotomer on August 26, 2011, 02:09:37 am
I'm up studying for my test this morning.  I'm so thankful it's Friday and that I have only two more weeks to this semester.  My cousin in Baltimore wrote me last night to ask if they can come for a visit if the hurricane hits them on Saturday.  Their front porch was taken off the house last week in a storm, they felt the earthquake pretty well and now a hurricane is heading their way.  She just needs to know they have a place of refuge in case this hurricane hits shore in their area.  I told them to pack their bags and come for a visit.  We can plug in the motor home and give them a private place to stay as the house is too full for any more people. lol

Wishing you ladies a peaceful productive day! 

Kim 

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Post by: jcribb16 on August 26, 2011, 07:12:51 pm
Kim,

Goodness!  Your cousin has been through a lot with nature!  They say things come in 3's.  Let's hope and pray not.  Hope all goes okay for them.

Long trip today to doctor.  Had to run some other errands while down there - it was too hot and with my upper respiratory stuff, there were a couple of times I literally thought I was going to pass out.  At least I'm home-sweet-home tonight.  I'm just doing my paid stuff, and a couple of my games on FB, along with messages on there, then I'm going to bed.  This antibiotic is already working me over.

My hubby told me I needed to look at something on his Ipad while he ran an errand earlier.  It was about the Nook from B & N (the color one.)  They have a sale with free shipping (even though it's really not low enough in price to afford it.)  I checked it out and browsed through what the features describe and gave it back to him.  Not sure what it meant, but we don't have funds enough for that right now.  But, I do like it!

Ok, glad it's the weekend for you.  Hope everyone is well and that you get things done that you want.  I hope Irene doesn't do too much damage up the coast and inland some - prayers are already in gear.  I have some friends that are moving more inland (NC) from the coast during the weekend.  Glad you have only 2 weeks left before break.  Hopefully I'll talk to you more tomorrow.

Julie  :)
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Post by: golotomer on August 27, 2011, 03:53:59 am
Julie ,

I'll have to look at the Nook and see what it is.  I will tell you though that the Cruze readers have a lot of the same features as the Ipad.  It isn't touch resistant,  you have to use a stylus, but you can do email, surf the web, use it as a kindle reader, acquire apps, etc.  He has been buying them off of ebay for about 45-50 each and then he refurbishes them and does what he calls "flashing" them to improve their speed and other capabilities.  He has about 6 of them right now.  He is going to give each of the kids one for Christmas but he is going to take the remainder of them and start reselling them for about 100 each.  Depending on what you want you could try one of those. 

I tend to use my notebook more often than the cruze and my phone has internet access at all times but he uses the cruze on the road a lot to check email and read the news and weather. 

I hope you feel better soon.  My cousin is thinking of riding the storm out.  They keep telling them the storm is weakening.  I hope she isn't being lulled into a sense of false security.  Their car is in the shop and they would have to get a rental to evacuate.  My fear is that if they don't leave soon there won't be any cars available.  She said the storm was supposed to start, at least the rain part, about 7 this morning.  They are prepared for power outages and she said where they live tends to flood.  I told her to keep in touch throughout the day to let me know how she is doing but if the power goes I'll lose contact and won't know what's going on. 

I'm staying home to clean some carpets today and finish up on some homework.  BTW, I missed three on my test yesterday and got a B.  Better than failing it. 

Kim
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Post by: jcribb16 on August 27, 2011, 04:10:32 pm
Hi Kim,

Hey, getting a B right now is definitely better than failing it!  Good job! (Even though I know you want higher, you did great!)  Yay, just 2 more weeks!!  How many more tests in those 2 weeks?

I hope your cousin is riding the storm okay.  The news keep saying it's weakened some and should continue to.  The only thing is you never know what those storms will do.

We need to clean our carpets, too.  Our vacuum cleaner broke down recently and Roddy tried to fix it, but I think it's at death's door.  So I've used the Swivel Sweepers constantly until we can get a new one.  Two of the cats run and hide and one of them watches with huge eyes and snarls at it, lol.  The dog sits up in her chair, barks, and looks like she's ready to jump the back of the chair and run if it comes too close.  The thing is these sweepers are quieter than the vacuum and yet they react more to the sweeper - go figure!

Thanks for letting me know about the Cruze.  I'm not sure yet what I'm doing - it's mainly about the money issue at this point.  I'm going to look the Cruze up though - I'm interested in seeing what I can learn about it compared to the others.  I know on the Nook, I finally understand about "lending" books to friends.  I'm wondering if we can do that with your Cruze and my PC Kindle?  I'll have to study up on it.  You may already know more than me on this.

Not a good day at all - just relieved and glad I had nothing outstanding that I had to go out for or have to do.  The antibiotic is working me over with the nausea and dizziness, on top of my problems - yuck.  Oh well, gotta get rid of it, right?

Let me know about your cousin, okay?  "See" ya later!

Julie  :)
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Post by: golotomer on August 28, 2011, 03:45:23 am
Julie, 

I haven't heard from my cousin since early yesterday afternoon.  I'm thinking she is one of those suffering the power outages but I hope the rest is okay with her.  I know she said they could suffer flooding. 

You telling me about your cats running from the Swivel Sweeper is funny.  I can picture how they are acting, having been a cat owner for many years.  Jess's cat got tangled up in my morning glory vines yesterday.  She was stalking something in behind the vines and when she went to jump after it the vines, which are really tangled tight and very strong, caught her legs.  She was flipping and flopping around on the patio trying to get lose.  I was in the neighbors yard talking with them and we were watching her from a distance and laughing at her antics. 

I still have to work on Bob to figure out to download the ebooks.  He knows there is a way but he hasn't worked on figuring it out.  The only other thing I would know to do is to share logons.  :) 

Sorry you aren't feeling well.  I hope this bout doesn't last as long as the last one did. 

Stay tuned to FB today for possible updates to Cheryl. She is Cheryl Fair on my friends list.  You might watch for posts from her. 

TTYL,

Kim
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Post by: jcribb16 on August 28, 2011, 05:23:12 pm
Hi Kim!

That's so funny about Jess's cat getting tangled in the morning glory vines.  If she knew you two were watching and laughing at her, her pride would have taken a hit, lol!  I love to watch animals when they do funny and random things like that.

By the time I'm on here writing this, you've probably heard from your cousin.  I hope all have done okay up there.

I will definitely go to FB next and look for Cheryl.  You've got my curiousity up!! 

Hope your Monday is a great and productive start to your week!

Julie  :)   =^..^=
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Post by: golotomer on August 29, 2011, 02:13:59 am
Julie,

Cheryl is fine.  I didn't get to post yesterday, other than an obituary for a co-worker, because I had such a busy day.  I went to visit my son then we met up for coffee with a 3rd cousin who was in the area, from Germany, to talk about some genealogy research.  We have been talking for years online about our family files but he came home for a wedding and did some additional research and wanted to show me what he has compiled.  It was so neat meeting up with him. 

I also did major grocery shopping and had all of that to put away so I was worn out last night.  This weekend just flew! 

Yes it was funny watching the cat fighting the morning glories.  I'm sure her pride was hurt as she could clearly see and hear us laughing at her.  Those vines are killers! 

Hope you day is great. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: inertia4 on August 29, 2011, 06:22:42 am
Well now, I am currently unemployed and I am hoping something gives soon. I am trying to make some money on the internet, but not have made a lot. But I keep on pushing along.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on August 29, 2011, 04:13:15 pm
Well now, I am currently unemployed and I am hoping something gives soon. I am trying to make some money on the internet, but not have made a lot. But I keep on pushing along.
Sorry to hear that.  I became unemployed at the end of May.  I like your positive outlook though about keeping on pushing along!  Hopefully you will be able to find something to help you more soon.  Hang in there. :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on August 29, 2011, 04:19:37 pm
Hi Kim,

I'll just be on standby watching out for Cheryl, lol!  I did see the obituary, but wasn't sure what the connection to you was.  That's sad. 

You did have a busy day and evening, for sure.  I'm glad you were able to meet with your cousin from Germany and further your genealogy research.  That sounds really neat being able to meet family from across the world!

I just received the money from the escrow (from my mom's house.)  If you would still like for me to send the Vol. 1 book we talked about, I can mail it to you  since I've got some cash now!!  Just let me know.

Hope you have a great evening!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on August 30, 2011, 01:54:36 am
Julie,

I'm not in a hurry for the book.  I have several reports and homework to do before the end of the semester so reading is something that I have to place on the back burner for now.  I think I'm on my way to getting my unemployment straightened out so I'll have money to mail your book soon too. 

I think we're going to WV to give my daughter's car back over Labor Day and then I MIGHT be going with Bob to the state of Indiana while I'm off of school.  If I do I'll get to see some of my old friends from Indy and get into the city for some visits to my old haunts.  My friend Marilyn is so darned excited that I might come and spend a few days with her she is practically jumping up and down. 

The lady that died was one of my old supervisors.  She was from England and spoke with a lovely English accent.  She was a real sweetheart.  She had Alzheimers for quite a while and was in a resthome. 

Glad you got your mom's house in order and have a little spare change.  That should help some with you not working. 

Gotta run...reports to research and I want to try to get to the basement to exercise a bit.  Make this day a great one!
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: ButterflyWings on August 30, 2011, 06:01:59 am
Morning Girls..

The Sun is shining and I feel like I am glowing more than the sun LOL..I applied and paid my application fee this morning YEAH almost there..The next Registration is Nov 15th and Classes start Jan 9th so I am ahead which is a plus and it gives me time to prepare..I am overjoyed..I am also looking into ways to get my teeth fixed(which are horrid I need dentures)so hopefully I will find a solution I can do there and will not have my teeth holding me back..Getting crafts ready for page so I can get it at least started and up this weekend :)..

I hope you all have a blessed and wonderful day! :wave: :peace:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on August 30, 2011, 12:49:28 pm
Kim,

I'm sorry to hear about your supervisor.  I love hearing people speak the British accent.  One of my daughter's ex-bank bosses was from England - everyone who worked under her just loved her.

It sounds like you need to go and spend time with Marilyn!  If you do, I hope you have a wonderful and relaxing time!  You need to enjoy yourself for awhile!

About the books, we can just hold off for awhile until things settle down more for both of us.  I've got plenty right now, myself, so I'm okay.  You don't need the extra little worry on top of everything else.  I'm really looking into hopefully getting some kind of e-reader, just not sure which one yet, and would have to save for it.  Once that happens, I'll be interested in the "lending" between e-readers that it talks about.  That sounds neat!

Hope your tests go great this week!  "See" ya soon!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on August 30, 2011, 12:56:41 pm
Hi Dianne!

That's great about you starting your application process!  I hope everything works out for you with this.  I hope you are able to have your teeth fixed like you need to, also.  We gotta have teeth!

Looking forward to your craft page!  Have a super day!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on August 31, 2011, 02:40:00 am
Well now, I am currently unemployed and I am hoping something gives soon. I am trying to make some money on the internet, but not have made a lot. But I keep on pushing along.

Can you collect some unemployment for a while to allow you time to find another job?  Best wishes for you.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on August 31, 2011, 02:43:31 am
Good morning!  Can you believe this is the last day of August?  Where did the summer go?   :crybaby2: I can't imagine saying the same thing about the end of winter.   ::)

I have a test today and hope I do okay.  I admit to not studying as much as I should have because I got caught up in working on some genealogy files last night.  I'm such a bad girl! 

I'll end this message now so I can go study a bit more....stomping out of the room and pouting..... :BangHead:
Title: First day of September
Post by: golotomer on September 01, 2011, 01:45:59 am
Good morning!

It's raining this first day of September.  I hope all is well with you and yours.  I have a test to study for again today so I'm on limited time.  Make this day a great one. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: ButterflyWings on September 01, 2011, 06:52:50 am
Good Morning all  ;D

So far so good hoping to get my craft page going Sunday night as long as my kids and Husband permit it and do not have me running like a looney lol..Well I hope everyones Sept 1st is good!! xoxox
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on September 01, 2011, 10:48:40 am
Hello!

I'm sorry I wasn't able to write in here yesterday.  My computer was sick with a virus.  My son is a super computer person - he should make money off of what he can do with computers!  It does save us a lot though, when he can fix things!

It's sunny, cloudy, and hot here today.  The temperature says 84 but the humidity is high.  At least our temperatures are ever so slowy easing into the lower 90s and upper 80s.  Once we start getting the higher 60s at night/morning, then fall is trying to start coming in.

Dianne,
That would be great getting your craft page going.  Let them know they have to run like a looney for you that night, lol!  By the way, I kept up with my FB messages through my Blackberry last night.  I sure hope you are feeling better today (headache.)  Those are not fun.  Hope you are having a super day!

Kim,
It sounds like they are socking you with tests before the end of the semester!  Hang in there!  I would choose working on genealogy myself if given that opportunity, lol. 

Actually, I need to get back to work on that.  My aunts have been working on my dad's parents' sides for years now, and one aunt is waiting for a book to be published on my grandfather's life during the war under General Patton.  I'm trying to work on my mom's parents' sides.  My grandfather's side is way more ahead than my grandmother's.  She lost her mom while a baby and was taken in by her uncle and aunt.  Her father left.  But I'm trying to get past a roadblock where her great (3 or 4, not sure yet) grandmother was married to a Cherokee chief.  Since I'm home more, I have some time now to put into it.

I'll talk to you soon.  I hated not getting in here yesterday - it just didn't feel right - it's like you said - it's become my daily fix!  Have a great Friday and weekend!

Julie  :)     :cat:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on September 02, 2011, 02:14:29 am
Dianne, 

Any sneek peeks for the craft page or do we just have to wait until you have it all done?  Are your kids back in school yet?  Get them on the bus and hubby out the door and let the beds go unmade so you can chisel out some "me" time. 

Julie,

Sorry to hear about the computer virus.  I hate it when that happens.  Lately mine have been those that take over your browser.  You really see how much you depend on your computer when it goes down.  I suffered last summer when the power went out in the house with no tv and no computer, especially when it got too dark to read.  ;) 

If you need help on your genealogy let me know.  I'd be glad to help.  I do have my Ancestry.com membership back for a while.  My files are so old and messed up with duplicates that I've been trying to clean them up lately and that's taking time.  The Indian thing is going to take some doing.  I too have some Cherokee that came in through a marriage from one of the men and all I can see on the census is her first name.  There are a gazillion information pages about how to research but I haven't done too much of it myself yet so I can't speak from experience.  Now you have me curious though so I'll see what I can find out. 

I've finished everything needed for one of my classes so will be free an extra hour a day from now until the other classes end.  I still have four days of testing on drug classifications and the actual drugs and probably another final in Anatomy.  It's winding down but not nearly fast enough! 

Gotta run.  Talk to you ladies later. 

Kim  :wave:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on September 02, 2011, 05:52:31 pm
So next week is it and then break?  That's great!  You need this time off.  I hope all of you have a super holiday weekend!  Maybe the holiday will help to usher the feeling of fall in and the temperatures will ease down some more.

I have an Ancestry membership from way back, too.  I need to get it back up and going.  At the time, I hated getting so far with something, only to be asked to pay to go further.  I don't know if it's the same or not - you probably know - but I'll have to look.  I really enjoy doing the research, but it is timely, for sure.

I had to work today.  I am a sub for 2 different monitors (Special Ed. bus, and the Troubled Kids bus.)  The troubled kids are the ones who have to go to a special school for behavioral problems, kids who are already convicted, etc. - that's the one I subbed on today.  My hubby drives that bus.  At least it gives me a small paycheck. 

Good luck with all of your tests next week.  Hope things are on a more even keel at home for you. 

Talk to ya'll later!

Julie   :cat:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on September 03, 2011, 03:07:36 am
Julie,

Are the kids you were subbing for dangerous to you in any way?  Do they listen to you during class?  Are you looking for full-time or just going to continue subbing?

My oldest daughter is going to be subbing too.  She doesn't want to work full-time right now but she said subbing can turn into an almost full-time position. 

Yes I have next week and part of the next at school before break starts.  Some of my classes are finished but others will keep us until the end so we have large gaps in our day.  We got one of the cars back last night so at least I'll have my own transportation and can leave the school do run errands, or come home, during breaks. 

Things are on a more even keel here at home in that I am no longer tying up my weekends with babysitting.  I hated telling her I wouldn't do it anymore on a regular basis, I did want to help out, but I just can't keep up the schedule of school, studying and babysitting and get anything else done around the house (projects) and /or pleasure.  Today I'm going to finish painting the flower box and front window and try to get the primer on the windows by the deck and pool.  Those are things that aren't easy done with a 4 year old. 

I'm just not as young as I once was and I get muddled when I can't do things at random or as planned. 

 :dontknow:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: heartofphila on September 03, 2011, 06:35:35 am
Good Luck but I dont know how to blog or twitter.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on September 03, 2011, 11:37:43 am
Good Luck but I dont know how to blog or twitter.

Hi and welcome!  Just visiting in here and writing about things or taking part in the conversations back and forth is blogging.  Hope you come back and tell us a little about yourself - It's nice to talk to you.  Have a nice holiday weekend!   :cat:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on September 03, 2011, 12:59:52 pm
Kim,

I have to start at the end of your conversation because I can totally agree with what you said!  Doing things at random and doing things as planned has become a part of life now.  I was at such a rigid, busy, and overtime schedule at one time such that I ended up getting sick.  The doctor kept telling me to slow down, get out of some things.  Finally she told me if I wanted to be around the next summer to enjoy my family that I had better listen to her now.  I did - but had to take a year off from work (per dr.)  My system was so fatigued and broken down, and that's when the asthma/bronchitis/allergy/reflux issues completely took over.  So now?  I depend on random and some things I plan when I know I can do it.  I'm still paying, today, for what I did to myself back then.

Regarding the subbing, I am listed as a sub in the classrooms in the county - but they are strictly using their parapros and inclusion teachers as subs first.  So not many of us are getting called (so they don't have to pay out extra money to another person, yuck...)  I'm also a sub monitor on 2 of the buses.  The monitor is always with the driver, helping with special ed students (on one bus) and on the other bus (the one my hubby drives) the monitor is also there for the driver - but it's a bit more complicated.  These students on his bus are ones with extreme behavior issues.  There are a couple who are just slower and may have a health issue - they are the great ones.  Of the others, one may want to start a fight because of something another student says.  Or one may look at another differently and they're ready to fight.  There are only 8 to 10 on this bus because each have to have their own assigned seat.  The mornings are calm - it's the afternoons that may get a little peppy.  I've been hit and kicked at once by one of them (last year) and he got in trouble over it.  I was okay.  The police were called and actually came, picked him up, took him home, and spoke with his parents.  It goes into his record, too.  There have been a couple of incidents with the other monitor but she's fine.  Hubby was military police in the Marines, so he's perfect for the job.  If he stops the bus and gets up, it's amazing how well they listen.  This year's group, I have to say, has been pretty much on the calm side (so far.)  Anyway, I have to sub (on the buses) whenever the main monitor is out.

I'm glad things are a little better at home for you.  You've got to be your own person, especially now with working on a program through school.  Maybe things will ease up in other areas for you, too.  I sure hope so!  What color are you painting your flower box and which flowers do you have in them?  I would like to get a couple of window boxes for our front with some geraniums.

Enjoy your long weekend!  Talk to you soon,

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: ButterflyWings on September 03, 2011, 06:28:20 pm
Julie,

Yes my headache is so much better..I get them alot sadly  >:(..And so far I have been busy but I have tomorrow during day as a crafting day to get some finished and pictures taken..


Kim,
I do not have any pictures taken yet I had some but sadly they got lost somehow :'(..But as I post them I will sneak peeks in here  ;D

well back to finishing my farm I am such a addict LMAO :wave:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on September 04, 2011, 04:24:32 am
Good Luck but I dont know how to blog or twitter.

By writing to us on this blog you just blogged.  See how good you are?
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on September 04, 2011, 04:36:47 am
Julie,

Yikes, you be careful.  I feel badly for those kids though as usually behavior problems have to do with a troubled life to begin with.  They want attention so act badly to get it.  MHO. 

The trim on the house is dark green and the flower box is brown.  There are three medallions on the box that are green but I still have to paint those as it will be with a little brush.  I got everything painted on the one window and flower box yesterday but still have to scrape the paint from the window and now clean up a broken light bulb in the box.  There was a light above the box but an extension cord was hanging and dangling and hit the bulb and broke it.  I about fell off the ladder when it crashed.  I had choleas, vinca, spikes and petunias growing in the boxes but the petunias are pretty well spent for the year.  It's getting shabby looking.  My morning glories are going to town though. 

I went to a yard sale yesterday and hit the jackpot.  I bought about 6 different types of cactus for 50 cents each and planted a nice arrangement.  I'll be taking pictures in the next couple of days of the new paint job and the planter boxes.  I also managed to get a couple of pampas grass plants and a set of cone flowers.  Interesting enough they were called Kim's Knee high coneflowers.  tee hee.  I love growing things but I'm running out of space.  Bob's wife planted lots of stuff here through the years so the landscaping was pretty well done.  I had to have these pampas grasses though as I've always had and loved them.  We will plant them between the neighbors house and ours and it will offer a bit more privacy.  All that was growing there was daylillies.  I plan on continuing to move daffodils and seedum through the yard and there are some old tree trunks that are rotting that I can add cactus and other flowering things.  If there is a pile of dirt or a hole you can bet I will fill it with something.  I can still add loads of things to the deck too.  Little by little. 

It's raining this morning so I doubt I'll get much done outside.  Maybe a little crocheting is in order. 

Cya later.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: ButterflyWings on September 04, 2011, 04:06:17 pm
Hello girls..Well my craft page is on hold sadly..I got so much stuff going on I need to finish other things first lol..I have a habit of doing 50 things at once LMAO..I need more supplies so now I am aiming at possibly next Sunday..But if I can remember later tonight I may have a few pictures of some crafts I did that will be on there and I will post pictures as preview here :) xoxoxo till later
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on September 04, 2011, 06:36:19 pm
Hello girls..Well my craft page is on hold sadly..I got so much stuff going on I need to finish other things first lol..I have a habit of doing 50 things at once LMAO..I need more supplies so now I am aiming at possibly next Sunday..But if I can remember later tonight I may have a few pictures of some crafts I did that will be on there and I will post pictures as preview here :) xoxoxo till later

I can totally understand about having too many things going on at once!  Just know that whenever you have it up and going you've got a couple of fans in here waiting patiently to check it out!  Hope your weekend is going well for you.  Have a nice holiday, tomorrow!  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on September 04, 2011, 07:06:00 pm
Kim,

Goodness, girl, I'm relieved you didn't fall and get hurt off that ladder!  Everything sounds really nice and attractive with the painting, the boxes, and the flowers!  I love the "Kim Knee high coneflowers!"  They are so pretty.  You've got a real nice variety of plants and flowers.  I'm looking forward to seeing some pics.!  I used to do so much before getting sick.  And I absolutely love flower gardens.

It only just started raining here a few minutes ago (almost 10:00 at night) but not near enough to make any difference.  We need a lot more.  It's so dry here and a couple of fires they managed to finally contain are up and going again.  At least the temperatures are a tad lower.

I was up with my daughter in the wee hours again this morning.  She was calling out for help - I almost tripped over her in the dark - she was laying on the bathroom floor about to pass out.  You know, they have really never nailed exactly what is wrong with her yet.  She still takes her nausea meds. a few days a week.  I made sure she was hydrated, gave her something for her stomach, and helped her back to bed.  She goes back to the specialist again soon.

Hubby and I went to church then spent the afternoon with some friends.  That was a fun time.  Got home and took my antibiotic, got nauseated (as usual from it), laid down and next thing it's 9:30 at night, and I haven't done my paid things on here, my paid emails, or my few things on FB!  All 3 cats were surrounding me.  So I'm working on all of it now.


Hope you enjoy your holiday tomorrow!  Talk to you then!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on September 04, 2011, 11:58:15 pm
Julie,

I didn't realize your daughter was still so sick.  I'm so sorry you are both having to deal with so many problems.  It's a horrible feeling when you don't know what's wrong and can't get any answers from the doctors.  My prayers for both of you. 

We had rain here all day yesterday.  Believe it or not we decided to go kayaking, thinking we would get just a morning shower.  We kayaked for over 10 miles.  We had never been on this river before so we were trailblazing.  We ended up having to by-pass two dams.  I didn't go very well prepared for what we were to endure.  I wore an old pair of flip flops that I knew full-well were blowing out on me.  I'm too darn frugal at times!  Poor Bob had to pull my kayak around the dams and at one time had to give me his shoes to get me over some rough rocks and a current.  My arms are so weak at best and I was exceptionally tired because I had mowed the yard with the push mower on Friday afternoon then I had painted on Saturday so I was even having a problem getting in and out of the kayak, let alone pulling it some distance.  I have to start doing some arm exercises to strengthen.  It's scarey being this weak and with getting older I'm feeling rather helpless these days. 

It's not yet 3 in the morning and I can't sleep.  I still haven't gotten things worked out with the unemployment and I'm down to less than 20 dollars to my name.  I've faxed them all of the their paperwork, made phone calls, emailed them and have been assured things would be taken care of but still nothing.  With the long weekend I can't even call anyone to complain until Tuesday.  I'm so frustrated I'm ready to just take a job and be done with all this uncertainty.  I'm not used to being dependent on anyone else and I don't like the feeling.  Bob is more than willing to help me but my pride is too large to accept the help gracefully.

I'll surely end up taking a long nap this afternoon.  :) Talk to you later my friend.  I hope your day goes better today.   
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on September 05, 2011, 06:28:20 pm
Kim,

My daughter has more good days than she was having, but whatever the problem is that they can't quite figure out, still rears its ugly head about once a week or so.  There seems to be a slight problem with her gallbladder with the digestion/releasing of bile (whatever they call it), but it doesn't seem to be enough for the specialist to want to take it.  So the tests go on.

Wow, you had quite a day of it!  I know my arms are weak - have gotten more so since I got so sick a few years ago.  Yours are probably stronger than you think with all of the outside activities you try to keep up with, but maybe have weakened up some, not to mention you came to a point out there where you had to push beyond your arms' endurance.  Keep that up and they'll be stronger in no time!  You do way much more than other friends I know at our age - I'm impressed with what you do!  I would probably still be jogging and hiking, etc. if I had never gotten so sick.  Keep up the great things you're doing!

We had wind gusts and rain most of today, as a result of Lee coming up through Alabama.  It wasn't bad at all, but it was needed. 

I'm really sorry about your situation with the pay, schooling, not hearing back, etc.  That has got to be so frustrating.  That's nice that Bob wants to help you out.  I can understand your view on it, though.  Maybe there is some kind of agreement you and he could come to where he feels like he's helping, but yet you don't feel like you are just taking his money.  You two are a family, working on things, and building/trying to build the trust in the relationship.  Look what you did Friday, for example.  You mowed the lawn with the push mower, and you are painting the outside, and planting, etc.  Just mowing the lawn alone is one way you have helped him out.  That's not an easy thing to do.  You are beautifying the place, trying to make it a home.  So maybe you could think how he could simply help you out until school is done and you are able to get a job.  You could pay back or continue to do things that you know help him in return.  It will do one of two things: make things worse, or let each feel like you are helping the other.  If it were to make things worse, you will know right away and that would be that - no more help that way.  Maybe he wants to feel like he's helping you, even if just temporarily.  I'm just talking off my head and heart.  I realize you have to do what you need to do - I just have taken you to heart and trying to look at it through your eyes and through an outsider's eyes.  I'm not there so I don't know all of the things going on - but just want to help in whatever way I can - even if just listening and praying.   So I'll hush now, lol!!

I hope you caught up with some rest today with little sleep last night.  Hope you had a nice holiday.  I'm glad you are nearing your break!  Hang in there!  Talk to you soon,

Julie  :)
Title: Tuesday morning
Post by: golotomer on September 06, 2011, 02:33:16 am
Julie,

I saw you were having some bad weather.  Did it help any with the fires in the area? 

If your daughter is having gall bladder problems I wish they'd just do the necessary.  With the new laser surgeries it seems to be such an easy procedure and she could get back to a more normal way of life. 

Yes I do a lot more than some people my age but I can tell I have slipped some in the last year.  I think it's due to being more inactive with sitting all day at school then coming home and sitting more with all the studying and homework.  I know that last year at this time it was nothing for me to walk six miles in the area around the house but I'd be hard pressed to do it now.  I have started an exercise routine again but I'm not doing as much or as hard of a routine as I'd like yet.  Maybe in time I'll build some stamina.

I do plenty around here financially and work to improve the house and Bob is well aware of my endeavors.  Even though I'm going through a dry spell with the payments I have managed to keep my end of the financial bargain up, so far, and he knows that whatever help he provides to me now will be repaid in time.  He bought me the Jean Auel book the other day which was sweet of him.  We do think ahead too in terms of what retirement needs will be for both of us and know that eventually I'll be back to work and contriubuting more.  I'm just so independent and have always paid my own way and when things get tight I begin to worry.  I'm a planner and always look ahead.  Heck he teases me about my stock of food in the pantry.  Other than meat, milk, bread and eggs we could eat for a couple of months without shopping. 

I wanted to get finished up with the painting yesterday but it rained pretty much all day.  I only have the medallions on the flower box to finish and to scrape the paint off the front windows to call the front area by the rock garden done.  I will finish up the windows on the back deck but the rest is up to him as it requires climing too high on a ladder for me. I'd like to get the deck restained too before it gets too cold but have to wait for the money flow to lighten up to buy the stain. 

We both did a few small things around the house yesterday but took some down time too.  I read a bit of my new book and even crocheted some.  I'm working on a lapghan that I started for him during the winter.  Another night and it should be completed. 

I hope you are feeling some better.  Maybe the rain will have dampened down some of the pollen and not as many allergens in the air.  Do you have any work scheduled for this week yet? 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on September 06, 2011, 04:02:39 pm
Kim,

Yes, the rain has helped to keep one fire contained that has been stubborn.  It's sad to see all of the burnt acres upon acres around this area and surrounding counties. 

You'll build more stamina - actually you already are just with what you've started doing, with the exercising, kayaking, outside activities, etc.  But, it's not as easy as it used to be, is it? 

That's funny about being prepared with food for a couple of months!  But very good thinking!!  It sounds like you two are already in tune with helping each other with things right now.  He is really fortunate to have you.  You are so supportive and loyal with and to him.  I really hope this financial school situation gets straightened out for you asap.

I enjoy reading Jean Auel books, especially the Clan of the Cave Bear series.  That's neat about the lapghan - that would be a neat idea for something like that for Roddy.  He gets more cold-natured now with his legs and feet, even in the summer with the fan going.  I had bought a couple of fuzzy blankets in the winter and he uses them all of the time.

I have no work scheduled for this week so far.  I'm supposed to go get my asthma shots Friday, but I'm still not responding very well to the antibiotic.  She doesn't like to give the shots when you're sick because of extra problems that could arise.  I've been on the antibiotics for 12 days and have 2 more days, but the congestion won't clear up and out.  It wants to hang on and settle more in my chest.  I'm on the nebulizer and it helps for the few hours and then it starts up again with the coughing/wheezing/congestion.  I was literally up all night (reading my book) because the cough would not stop (even with the inhaler.)  I gave in and took the hydrocodone cough medicine and it finally started helping about an hour later.  By then it was near time for Roddy to get up so I stayed up.  After they all left for work around 6:00, I managed to finally get a couple hours of sleep.

The remnants of Lee cleared out this afternoon - it's slightly cooler with less humidity, and the sky is so blue with little wisps of clouds.  It's really nice out.  It's supposed to go down in the lower 60s at night now, and a couple of nights they've even predicted upper 50s.  Now that's what I can handle and breathe better in!!  I'm so glad fall is just around the corner!

Hope your week is going well.  Good luck on your tests!

Julie  :)
Title: Wednesday
Post by: golotomer on September 07, 2011, 02:20:28 am
Julie,

We have more rain here this morning.  I guess it's the tail end of the hurricanes for us too. 

Sounds to me like you don't need to work for a while until you get to feeling better.  I don't know how you possibly could.  Heck you might even be eligible for disability the way things seem to work out with your allergies and other problems.  How could you possibly schedule working around your shots and how you feel for days afterwards?  I hate it that you are on antibiotics to much.  You build resistence and then if something worse happens you'd have a horrible time fighting it off. 

It sounds to me like you will be needing another good book to read soon.  As soon as I get my first uc check I'll mail that other book.  Have you ever read Tuesday's with Morrie?  I got that at a yard sale a while ago and I could send that too. 

Fall actually is harder on my allergies.  I have to be careful raking leaves and especially being around where they are burning. 

I had planned on getting more painting done yesterday but the rain stopped me.  It doesn't look like I'll get any done today either.  I started on another shrug last night.  I know it's probably impossible but one of my teachers is having her 60th birthday tomorrow and I was hoping I could get the shrug done in time to give it to her.  I crochet really fast and have a couple of hours break at school today and probably all evening.  I'll at least give it a shot and if I don't get it done in time I'll pick up something else for her and give it to someone else.  Her room at school is always so cold and we are always borrowing her shawl and a blanket she keeps so figured she could use another one.  We are having a pitch in for her.  I'm just making pasta salad so that won't take too long. 

Gotta run and do my morning ritual so I can maybe get a bit of crochet time in before school today.  Hope you feel some better today. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on September 07, 2011, 01:07:20 pm
Hi Kim,

I hope you are able to get the shrug done for the one teacher for tomorrow.  That's a really nice thing to do for her and it's something she'll never forget and always use! 

I thought I had mentioned it, but maybe I forgot.  Your comment reminded me!  I have put in for SSDI - back in early July.  I've gone through 2 phases so far, and am currently in the medical evaluation phase.  They've requested all of my records from my primary, asthma specialist, and pulmonologist.  They've got a complete list of my full page of meds I'm on.  Roddy had to also fill out a form describing everything I do daily, including resting, going out, chores, problems, etc.  I had to fill one of my own out, too.  Also, they have already checked with my past 3 employers (schools) and have seen what I used to be able to do, how I slowed down gradually, got sick, and am where I am today.  So many people say everyone is always denied the 1st time while others say it really does depend on the case.  Some have to be evaluated by their medical staff, but I'm really hoping my doctors/records/meds show how current I am with being under constant doctor care, and not have to go see them, too.  I don't know what will happen, but I'm praying.  I do have attorneys lined up, though, in the event of denial.

As much as I love fall and the cooler weather, Sept. thru Nov. is also hardest on me because of my allergies to the ragweed, burning smells, molds, etc.  So I can understand where you are with that!!  But yet, I do have better moments with the breathing itself when it's cool or cold!

Sounds good to me about the books!  Just let me know and I'll mail a couple to you, too.  I have some of Jean Auel's books on hand.  I have other author's books that are similar to the same themes in her books, also.

Have a nice evening!  It's getting closer to your break, yay!  Talk later!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on September 07, 2011, 01:13:47 pm
Hi Dianne,

I haven't heard from you in awhile - miss seeing you!  I do see you on FB, with our games and statuses, though!  But it's not quite the same as chatting in here.  Hope all are well your way! 

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on September 08, 2011, 02:01:55 am
Julie,

You may have mentioned filing for the SSDI to me before and I just spaced it.  I do that a lot lately.  I sure hope you get it because you are certainly deserving of it.  I've always heard three turn downs but like you said it could be case by case.  I sure pray that it is in your case. 

I'm not going to get the shrug done.   :sad1: I had to babysit a bit last night and the house was full of people.  The SD is planning on going to a flea market this morning early to get rid of some unwanted things and she had a cousin and another friend here helping her prepare.  I watched the little one while they were running errands.  No crocheting with all of the commotion.  I'll just go during my first break at school, use the credit card and get her some little thing as a gift.  There is a Rite Aid by the school so I'm hoping I'll find something there.  I can always give her the shrug for Christmas.  I'd like to make some little token gift for each of the teachers and classmates. 

I know I have mentioned before about my genealogy files and how much time I spend working on them.  Well one of the cousins, Phil who I met for coffee when he was home from Germany, is working on one book for my mother's side of the family and another cousin group was working on one too.  The latter group has files from a woman that are very old and very sought after and the one in charge wasn't always willing to share the information for some reason.  This had caused a little consternation between the groups.  For some reason though she was always open to exchanging information with me though.  She contacted me on FB the other day to ask if she could get me to help with the book, which has been in progress since around 2001.  She has had two strokes and isn't able to type or see as well and finally came to the realization that she wasn't going to get it completed on her own and the other person who had been working with her is in his 80's.  She called me last night to ask if she could turn all of the information over to me and if I would enter the information into the data base and get it ready for publication.  I'm really excited to be able to get this job completed!  She is to mail the files this week when her assistant comes in to help. 

I hope to get your book in the mail to you by at least Monday.  Did you want the Tuesday's with Morrie?  I have read all of the Jean Auel books, with the exception of this newest.  Ayla is like a part of my family! 

TTYL,

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: ButterflyWings on September 08, 2011, 10:11:17 am
Hi Julie,

Sorry sweetie..I have been doing a lot of little things here and there this week..Got my acceptance letter for college yesterday..So spent time getting things together..Got to set up orientation and all that fun stuff lol..Yeah on facebook have the time I pop in and out between games lol..I have been doing sweepstakes entries too lol..not to sure about craft page now a friend of mine does one and is having all kinds of issues with payments and such so I am trying to think of a safer way maybe just to friends one on one..I mean I do so many things and some I may only have one and other things I do I can and have duplicates..So still kinda in the air but I could always post pictures in this blog of somethings I do for you to see :)..Well back to cleaning up house so I can shower,get kids,make dinner than play online for a bit later..Hopefully I will see ya on facebook..Hope everyone is having a great day!!
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: LThorn14 on September 08, 2011, 01:36:36 pm
Im 17 years old and go by the internet names LThorn14 and YoungMarketer. I started making money online when I was thirteen, and now I make enough to pay for my gas and car insurance with all the sites I use. I love to help people out and give them pointers so they can earn a few more bucks.

I am a senior in high school and am taking some pretty hard classes such as calculus and physics. I plan on going to college at WVU and getting simultaneous bachelor degrees in mechanical and aerospace engineering.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on September 08, 2011, 03:26:21 pm
Im 17 years old and go by the internet names LThorn14 and YoungMarketer. I started making money online when I was thirteen, and now I make enough to pay for my gas and car insurance with all the sites I use. I love to help people out and give them pointers so they can earn a few more bucks.

I am a senior in high school and am taking some pretty hard classes such as calculus and physics. I plan on going to college at WVU and getting simultaneous bachelor degrees in mechanical and aerospace engineering.

I am very impressed with what you are doing with your life at just 17!  YoungMarketer is a very good name for you and your endeavors.  How many sites do you use?  I use 3 mainly - the main 3 that help me earn decently (FC is one of them.)  That is great that you can help others so they can earn, too.

You are a very busy student - I wish you the very best during your senior year and when going to college!!  Hope to see you in here again!  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on September 08, 2011, 03:32:49 pm
Hi Julie,

Sorry sweetie..I have been doing a lot of little things here and there this week..Got my acceptance letter for college yesterday..So spent time getting things together..Got to set up orientation and all that fun stuff lol..Yeah on facebook have the time I pop in and out between games lol..I have been doing sweepstakes entries too lol..not to sure about craft page now a friend of mine does one and is having all kinds of issues with payments and such so I am trying to think of a safer way maybe just to friends one on one..I mean I do so many things and some I may only have one and other things I do I can and have duplicates..So still kinda in the air but I could always post pictures in this blog of somethings I do for you to see :)..Well back to cleaning up house so I can shower,get kids,make dinner than play online for a bit later..Hopefully I will see ya on facebook..Hope everyone is having a great day!!

That's great receiving your acceptance letter!  I hope everything goes smoothly for you with all the steps you have to go through now!  Do you have any success with sweepstakes entries?  I used to do them more when I was a stay-at-home mom years ago.  One friend of mine did so many and actually did pretty good. 

Well, I hope things work out for the best with doing a craft page or not.  I do understand about those issues with payments.  We can always see any pics you may post!  Just keep up the great crafting!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on September 08, 2011, 03:46:06 pm
Kim,

Sorry about the shrug.  It's the thought and intent that counts.  Like you said, Christmas is a possibility.  I hope you found something at Rite Aid for her.  Speaking of crocheting and knitting - I browsed through some of my sites that I haven't gone into for quite awhile.  There are a couple of sets I would like to maybe try.  They are both scarf, hat, and glove sets.  I would really like to try one of those sets.  It's been so long since I crocheted, but I hope it will be like getting back up on a bicycle, in that I'll catch back on and remember what to do.  My daughter and I both love things like that.

That's wonderful about the genealogy opportunity!  I know you will enjoy finding and putting together family information and getting it published.  My aunt on my dad's side is waiting for hers to finally be published and printed (about my grandfather's side.)  I'm glad the lady chose you to offer it to!  Good luck with it!!  Keep me posted!

Tuesday's With Morrie would be great also.  Seriously, though, if you are still tight, I don't mind you holding off at all.  I've got a couple ready to mail to you, too - I just need to get down to the post office - probably next week.

I agree with you - Ayla is like part of the family!!  I never tire of reading about her!  Have a great night tonight and a good day tomorrow!


Julie   :cat:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: LThorn14 on September 08, 2011, 05:18:17 pm
Im 17 years old and go by the internet names LThorn14 and YoungMarketer. I started making money online when I was thirteen, and now I make enough to pay for my gas and car insurance with all the sites I use. I love to help people out and give them pointers so they can earn a few more bucks.

I am a senior in high school and am taking some pretty hard classes such as calculus and physics. I plan on going to college at WVU and getting simultaneous bachelor degrees in mechanical and aerospace engineering.

I am very impressed with what you are doing with your life at just 17!  YoungMarketer is a very good name for you and your endeavors.  How many sites do you use?  I use 3 mainly - the main 3 that help me earn decently (FC is one of them.)  That is great that you can help others so they can earn, too.

You are a very busy student - I wish you the very best during your senior year and when going to college!!  Hope to see you in here again!  :)

Thanks! I use 2GPT sites, 3PTC sites, and about three social networking site along with many forums to help get referrals. I would give you the names, but I don't want to advertise or spam on here. But I'm not really that hard of a person to find  ;)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on September 09, 2011, 01:58:37 am
Hi Julie,

Got my acceptance letter for college yesterday.

Great news!  I'm happy for you.  You may have mentioned it before but what is your major? 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on September 09, 2011, 02:01:56 am
Im 17 years old and go by the internet names LThorn14 and YoungMarketer. I started making money online when I was thirteen, and now I make enough to pay for my gas and car insurance with all the sites I use. I love to help people out and give them pointers so they can earn a few more bucks.

I am a senior in high school and am taking some pretty hard classes such as calculus and physics. I plan on going to college at WVU and getting simultaneous bachelor degrees in mechanical and aerospace engineering.

Wow impressive.  I'm certainly open to any pointers about earning more money on the internet so hope you'll stop by again and teach me a little of what you know.  Do you live in WV?  My one daughter graduated from WVU and now lives in Beckley.  Great plans for your future...I can't say I'm smart enough, or ever have been, to tackle calculus and physics!
Title: crochet, books and other stuff
Post by: golotomer on September 09, 2011, 02:08:48 am
Julie,

Yeah I think when you pick up the crochet it will come back to you.  If you get stuck let me know and maybe I can help.  I had a friend stuck on a certain stitch and we did a video of me crocheting, stuck it on youtube so she could see what I was doing and it got her back in the groove again. 

I ended up shopping at Walmart for the teacher and just got her a pretty neck scarf.  She really liked it or so it seemed as she put it on and wore it the rest of the day. 

I will send the Tuesdays with Morrie book also but they still don't have me worked out on the UC website.  I now have gotten as far as filing for three weeks (amounting to over 1000 dollars) but it is being held pending work search information from which I'm supposed to be exempt as a student.  I've emailed and called the lady in Indiana and have received no response.  I had someone tell me I should call my state representatives to get the help I need to get this straightened out.  I'm totally broke and living off my credit card.  They don't care.  They are still collecting their paychecks. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: ButterflyWings on September 09, 2011, 07:42:21 am
Julie,
Thanks hun..And I just started the sweepstakes over the last few days so not enough time has passed and a lot end at end of month..But keeping positive and having fun with it lol..I hope your day is going well.. ;D

Kim,

Thanks sweetie..I am going for Medical Billing and coding..And I hope all is well with you sweetie  :heart:
Title: Re: My opinions are my own...these are my feet and I'll put them where I want
Post by: xSniperWolfx on September 09, 2011, 08:03:13 am
I can understand people working for the extra "pin money" but I get irritated by people that say stuff like...I just work to stay busy or out of trouble.  If you are retired and don't need the extra money but want to stay busy...volunteer!  Teach a kid to read, help out at the local hospital, read to a blind person, visit a lonely person, pitch in at a soup kitchen OR donate the money you earn to a charitable organization! 

Hey, my name is Darlene. I highly agree with the whole volunteering thing. I'm 18 and looking for work. I have no support from my family, and am receiving food stamps. Honestly, I hate receiving them, cuz I'm never sure if someone's going to look down on me because I'm unemployed. I've applied to over 40 jobs, but still don't have one. However, until I get a job, in order to keep receiving food stamps, I must volunteer. I think it's a great idea, so I am volunteering at this cat shelter in Smyrna, DE. I also babysit my three year old niece and my ten year old niece when she gets back from school every other week. I haven't gotten paid for it yet though :( It's rough for an unemployed teen who is supposed to be going to college. I can barely afford to put gas in the car to get to these places that I need to go to.... I'm lucky though because my girlfriend's mom is letting me live with them and use her car, but I still have to put gas in it. Have you ever felt like your life just seems to be crashing down around you? I'm trying to get into the Delaware Air National Guard, but I haven't heard back from my recruiter yet. Nothing seems to be going right.... :-
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on September 09, 2011, 06:33:05 pm
Im 17 years old and go by the internet names LThorn14 and YoungMarketer. I started making money online when I was thirteen, and now I make enough to pay for my gas and car insurance with all the sites I use. I love to help people out and give them pointers so they can earn a few more bucks.

I am a senior in high school and am taking some pretty hard classes such as calculus and physics. I plan on going to college at WVU and getting simultaneous bachelor degrees in mechanical and aerospace engineering.

I am very impressed with what you are doing with your life at just 17!  YoungMarketer is a very good name for you and your endeavors.  How many sites do you use?  I use 3 mainly - the main 3 that help me earn decently (FC is one of them.)  That is great that you can help others so they can earn, too.

You are a very busy student - I wish you the very best during your senior year and when going to college!!  Hope to see you in here again!  :)

Thanks! I use 2GPT sites, 3PTC sites, and about three social networking site along with many forums to help get referrals. I would give you the names, but I don't want to advertise or spam on here. But I'm not really that hard of a person to find  ;)
Are you on FB?  If so, then I could probably locate you.  I definitely would like to look into some of the ones you are earning from.  Every little bit helps, for sure!  Keep up the great work! :)
Title: Re: My opinions are my own...these are my feet and I'll put them where I want
Post by: jcribb16 on September 09, 2011, 06:41:21 pm
I can understand people working for the extra "pin money" but I get irritated by people that say stuff like...I just work to stay busy or out of trouble.  If you are retired and don't need the extra money but want to stay busy...volunteer!  Teach a kid to read, help out at the local hospital, read to a blind person, visit a lonely person, pitch in at a soup kitchen OR donate the money you earn to a charitable organization! 

Hey, my name is Darlene. I highly agree with the whole volunteering thing. I'm 18 and looking for work. I have no support from my family, and am receiving food stamps. Honestly, I hate receiving them, cuz I'm never sure if someone's going to look down on me because I'm unemployed. I've applied to over 40 jobs, but still don't have one. However, until I get a job, in order to keep receiving food stamps, I must volunteer. I think it's a great idea, so I am volunteering at this cat shelter in Smyrna, DE. I also babysit my three year old niece and my ten year old niece when she gets back from school every other week. I haven't gotten paid for it yet though :( It's rough for an unemployed teen who is supposed to be going to college. I can barely afford to put gas in the car to get to these places that I need to go to.... I'm lucky though because my girlfriend's mom is letting me live with them and use her car, but I still have to put gas in it. Have you ever felt like your life just seems to be crashing down around you? I'm trying to get into the Delaware Air National Guard, but I haven't heard back from my recruiter yet. Nothing seems to be going right.... :-

Hi, Darlene!  It's nice to meet you in here!  Hang in there.  It does sound like you are trying - something's bound to come up that would be great for you.  I'm glad you do have your friend and her mom standing behind you!  That's a neat thing to do by volunteering at a cat shelter.  I love cats!  It makes me wonder if your volunteering could eventually work into paid work or even the veterinary field.  I hope you hear from the National Guard - there's a lot of potential within that field!
Just a tip - LThorn14 who posted a couple of posts ahead of you is around your age, a senior, and is involved in several things like this (Fusion Cash) that help to earn money.  Maybe there's a possibility of something to help you out more!  Keep on keeping on - I wish you the best!  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on September 09, 2011, 06:47:54 pm
Hi Dianne,

Good luck with the sweepstakes!  Let me know how things go with it.  I had my asthma shots today and am not feeling too swift tonight.  I did want to come in and say hi to my friends and earn my daily earnings.  After this, I'm going to try and check my FB page, and then maybe log in to a couple of my games for the daily log-in bonuses.  Then I'm heading night-night!  Talk to you later!

Julie :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on September 09, 2011, 07:08:23 pm
Hi Kim,

I will definitely keep that in mind about crocheting help from you on video.  Great idea!  I can't afford to buy them until next month and I'm looking forward to picking back up with it.

You can't go wrong with scarves!  Most ladies love scarves - I know I do.  I have so many neck scarves to add that little extra to my clothes (especially when I was teaching.)  Then in the fall and winter, I absolutely love the winter scarves, shrugs, shawls, etc.  I think you made a great choice for your teacher!

Tell you what!  Hold off temporarily with the books.  I don't want to add to your frustrations of the rough income patch at all!  You need everything you can get to help you right now.  Seriously, I'm fine!  When you get your backpay and are caught up, then we will hit the mail with our books; lending e-books, etc.!!  Would that be okay?  I want you to concentrate on your needs right now. 

It is unfair that they have put you students in this kind of situation, knowing that is how you are paying bills and putting food on the table.  Maybe the state representative is the next step.  We have a tv channel person who intervenes for viewers who are in circumstances and feel like they are being ignored or left in a bind.  He's called Channel 12's Ken on Your Side.  He does really well getting involved for the people and will air it on tv, as well.  He can somehow get behind the scenes and get things moving.  I hope there are people, even the state rep., who can get involved and help you out.  They are going to lose some much needed workers in this field if they don't take care of all of you as promised.  My prayers and thoughts are in force for you.

I've gotten on late tonight.  Just not feeling well after my shots - typical.  Keep hanging in there, Kim.  I wish I could do more!  Talk to you tomorrow!

{{hugs}},

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on September 10, 2011, 04:06:24 am
Good morning all,

Darlene, 

I fully applaud your efforts and a busy mind and hands is always best.  Things will work out for you because you have goals and are ambitious.  These are tough times but this slump won't last forever.  Surely we will start to pull out soon.  I do hope the National Guard thing happens for you soon because really good things can come from being affiliated with them.  There is always Peace Corps too if you are interested in travel.  You may not make much money with them but they will see to your daily needs, you earn what is considered a manageable living amount for the area in which you are serving, you get to travel, you learn various things and it looks great on a resume. 

Julie, Sorry your shots are doing their normal thing of making you feel bad.  I called the PA Career Link yesterday and asked for my couselor there to call Indiana and try to intervene on my behalf.  She said she would be haven't heard back and here it is the weekend again.  We went to eat dinner with some friends last night and I swear I have never eaten ribs before until last night and these were totally delicious.  I have picked at the meat on ribs and licked the sauce because I don't usually like the fat or grisel on them (I'm picky about meats) but these were really meaty and he had cooked them for about 7 hours in a smoker on a low heat of about 200, then he added a dab of butter and wrapped them in foil.  Later he grilled them and then added his own homemade bbq.  OMG were they good.  I'm going to get his recipe for the sauce. 

I'm not feeling real good today either.  Didn't yesterday.  I feel really weak, have been having headaches and this morning I have a bit of a scratchy throat too.  I don't think I'm going to do much around the house.  It's raining again so working outside is out of the question too. 

Hope you start to feel better.  TTYL, Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: LThorn14 on September 10, 2011, 04:10:05 am
Im 17 years old and go by the internet names LThorn14 and YoungMarketer. I started making money online when I was thirteen, and now I make enough to pay for my gas and car insurance with all the sites I use. I love to help people out and give them pointers so they can earn a few more bucks.

I am a senior in high school and am taking some pretty hard classes such as calculus and physics. I plan on going to college at WVU and getting simultaneous bachelor degrees in mechanical and aerospace engineering.

Wow impressive.  I'm certainly open to any pointers about earning more money on the internet so hope you'll stop by again and teach me a little of what you know.  Do you live in WV?  My one daughter graduated from WVU and now lives in Beckley.  Great plans for your future...I can't say I'm smart enough, or ever have been, to tackle calculus and physics!

Yes I live in WVU about 20 minutes from charleston. I would give you pointers here but I dont want to hijack this topic.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on September 10, 2011, 07:44:31 pm
Hi Kim,

I'm sorry you aren't feeling well this weekend.  I can relate to the weakness - that's one of the side effects I deal with with these shots (on top of my regular weakness, lol.)  I hope you aren't coming down with a summer cold.  Feel better and take advantage of some down time for resting, crocheting, reading, etc.

I'm like you are about ribs.  In fact, I'll ususally get one of the smaller ones that has a little bit of meat and less fat and pick on that.  My hubby likes his done the way your friend does it.  I wonder if it's when it's wrapped in foil that it really helps with making them so tender and good?  I'm glad you enjoyed them - sounds like a great cook friend!

Maybe you'll hear back from your PA Career Link counselor this week.  I hate that you are having to go through this.  You keep doing what you're doing with getting your questions out there. 

Rough day today - have rested a lot; tried to do a little housework here and there but tired easily.  Hopefully tomorrow is better.  I know Monday will be!  I hope you feel better.  Have a nice Sunday!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on September 11, 2011, 03:18:34 am


Yes I live in WVU about 20 minutes from charleston. I would give you pointers here but I dont want to hijack this topic.
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My daughter lives in Beckley.  You wouldn't be hijacking the topic here.  We talk about anything and everything, however, I guess we would just have to abide by the FC rules.  I don't like to give out personal details on the boards about my real email address and name but if you want to drop me a line at my junk mail address of thesecretanne@yahoo.com I could give you my FB addy and we can hook up with you from there.  Julie if you read this let me know if you are on board too. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on September 11, 2011, 03:26:56 am
Julie,

It sounds like you and I would have made good companions yesterday.  I did leave the house and pick up a friend and we went to a couple of yard sales but I tired out early and came home.  I sat all afternoon and crocheted. Bob isn't feeling real well either so I think we have a bug.  Nothing serious ...just under the weather. 

I have gotten around the website for my unemployment it seems.  They were allowing me to file but it was showing pending awaiting job search information for which I am supposed to be exempt.  I had the bright idea though to put my school address in place of where I searched for work and kept stating in the one question box...I am exempt, please tell my TAA representative to fix my login to the site.  Now it appears as if I have 4 paychecks ready to release.  I usually get an email confirmation when the money goes into my account (which I can transfer by phone to my checking or use a special Visa Card to withdraw the money by cash).  This usually happens on Monday so we'll see what tomorrow brings.

I also received 4 papers in the mail asking for job search information, demanding that I fill them out and return them by 9/15.  Tomorrow I am going to take these papers to my TAA advisor here in PA and give them to her to handle.  I've done all I can do, I'm following the rules, making the right telephone calls, writing the right emails and nobody is listening or doing their job.  Wish I had a job with benefits and paychecks like they have.   :notworthy:

Did you see my post on FB about the book I found at the yard sale?  It will be a back burner book as I have a couple on the list ahead of it but it sure sounds interesting.

Hope today is a better one. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: LThorn14 on September 11, 2011, 01:12:58 pm
Im 17 years old and go by the internet names LThorn14 and YoungMarketer. I started making money online when I was thirteen, and now I make enough to pay for my gas and car insurance with all the sites I use. I love to help people out and give them pointers so they can earn a few more bucks.

I am a senior in high school and am taking some pretty hard classes such as calculus and physics. I plan on going to college at WVU and getting simultaneous bachelor degrees in mechanical and aerospace engineering.

I am very impressed with what you are doing with your life at just 17!  YoungMarketer is a very good name for you and your endeavors.  How many sites do you use?  I use 3 mainly - the main 3 that help me earn decently (FC is one of them.)  That is great that you can help others so they can earn, too.

You are a very busy student - I wish you the very best during your senior year and when going to college!!  Hope to see you in here again!  :)

Thanks! I use 2GPT sites, 3PTC sites, and about three social networking site along with many forums to help get referrals. I would give you the names, but I don't want to advertise or spam on here. But I'm not really that hard of a person to find  ;)
Are you on FB?  If so, then I could probably locate you.  I definitely would like to look into some of the ones you are earning from.  Every little bit helps, for sure!  Keep up the great work! :)

I use FB for personal friends not marketing. But I'm pretty good with SEO and made myself easily located by simply my username. Hint hint ;)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on September 11, 2011, 06:47:40 pm

Yes I live in WVU about 20 minutes from charleston. I would give you pointers here but I dont want to hijack this topic.

My daughter lives in Beckley.  You wouldn't be hijacking the topic here.  We talk about anything and everything, however, I guess we would just have to abide by the FC rules.  I don't like to give out personal details on the boards about my real email address and name but if you want to drop me a line at my junk mail address of thesecretanne@yahoo.com I could give you my FB addy and we can hook up with you from there.  Julie if you read this let me know if you are on board too. 
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Yes, definitely on board, thanks!!
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on September 11, 2011, 07:10:08 pm
Hi Kim,

I went and checked out info on the book you mentioned.  I looked at it on Amazon and read some of the first chapter.  It's pretty good.  Yes, that would make for an interesting and fun read!

Wow!  I can't believe what you have had to go through with your schooling regarding your pay.  Maybe you got to the bottom of things now and it will finally get worked out.  I hope so.  Good detective work!!  Let me know!

I hope you and Bob are feeling better today.  Do you still have some schooling this week or part of the week?  This weekend was just plain yucky.  I think with the upper respiratory thing going on, combined with the shots, just made for an awful couple of days.  My kid's choir, from church, sang their program tonight.  I was so not feeling like being there but did because of their program being tonight.  They did a wonderful job and I'm really proud of them.  They knew I wasn't feeling great and went out of their way to make everything go smoothly on their end (like the talking, lining up, keeping their eyes on me, etc.)  They made the preacher proud with their behavior, smiles, and program. 

Hope you have a great start to your week.  Feel better!  Hopefully, Monday will be a new and better day for me, too!  Talk to you later!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on September 12, 2011, 02:56:50 pm
Hi Kim,

I sure hope everything is okay.  It's totally not the same when I come in and you haven't been in yet.  I hope you are feeling better.  Miss you!  Talk to you later -

Julie
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: LThorn14 on September 12, 2011, 04:39:11 pm

Yes I live in WVU about 20 minutes from charleston. I would give you pointers here but I dont want to hijack this topic.

My daughter lives in Beckley.  You wouldn't be hijacking the topic here.  We talk about anything and everything, however, I guess we would just have to abide by the FC rules.  I don't like to give out personal details on the boards about my real email address and name but if you want to drop me a line at my junk mail address of thesecretanne@yahoo.com I could give you my FB addy and we can hook up with you from there.  Julie if you read this let me know if you are on board too. 

Yes, definitely on board, thanks!!
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Golotomer I sent you an email. Julie I don't know how to contact you but if you search for LThorn14 you'll be sure to find me
Title: Good Tuesday Morning
Post by: golotomer on September 13, 2011, 02:59:08 am
Hi,

I didn't realize I hadn't written yesterday.  Guess I got caught up in getting the UC taken care of.  The payment went into the bank yesterday.  Yippee money after a month of drought.  Today it the last day of classes for this semester.  I have one class, one test from 10-11 and then a nice break. 

I helped out at the school last night because the cosmotology classes were hosting a 70's hairstyle competition.  I helped serve food and took pictures and video.  I'll be posting to FB later. 

I'm glad your church group did you proud.  It makes it so rewarding when you know you've trained them well. 

Let me know when you are ready for books Julie.  I think I'm going to read the one These Are My Words first and save my ebook for when school starts back up. 

Lthorn...I'll try to find you on the other sites.  I don't know that I have enough time to do much more toward earning cash but it's always nice to know of other ways to add some cha-ching to my wallet. :) 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on September 13, 2011, 03:13:13 pm
Hey Kim!

Whew!  Glad you are okay - missed ya!  Super glad for you finally getting your money!!  That was just plain ridiculous.  I hope it doesn't happen again.

That was neat helping out at the Hairstyle Competition.  I have a friend here who works at a Salon.  She just attained her degree in actually becoming a teacher now to teach classes for newbies.  She worked hard for that!  They are having some kind of contest coming up for October.  I'll look forward to your pics.

That's great that you are on break now.  I want you to have fun, yet relax, do some things you want to do and enjoying doing, and hopefully spend some quality time with Bob. 

As for the books, wait until you have paid things that you need to and are caught up with other things.  If you are doing okay after that, then we can swap out.  If we need to wait until the next pay, that's okay, too.  I just want to make sure you are okay first!!

Hope you have a relaxed evening, knowing you don't have to go in to school tomorrow.  Talk to you later!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on September 13, 2011, 03:14:51 pm

Yes I live in WVU about 20 minutes from charleston. I would give you pointers here but I dont want to hijack this topic.

My daughter lives in Beckley.  You wouldn't be hijacking the topic here.  We talk about anything and everything, however, I guess we would just have to abide by the FC rules.  I don't like to give out personal details on the boards about my real email address and name but if you want to drop me a line at my junk mail address of thesecretanne@yahoo.com I could give you my FB addy and we can hook up with you from there.  Julie if you read this let me know if you are on board too. 

Yes, definitely on board, thanks!!

Golotomer I sent you an email. Julie I don't know how to contact you but if you search for LThorn14 you'll be sure to find me
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Thanks, LThorn.  I appreciate that! :)
Title: First day off of school and eek a mouse
Post by: golotomer on September 14, 2011, 03:29:12 am
Julie, 

I certainly have enough money to mail the books.  I had over 1700 dollars deposited to my account this morning.  Yippee...I can go buy groceries. 

The last two days I've woken up to dirt from my plants in the kitchen being splattered everywhere on the shelf and sink.  Figured it was a furry culprit so Bob set a trap yesterday with peanut butter.  Yep we got the bugger.  Why do they dig in the dirt like that?

We painted some more of the trim yesterday and I gave a coat of paint to my barn stars.  Our trim is dark green and brown so I'm going to try to paint the stars in both colors.  I got the green on put will give them a second coat then I have to try to free hand the brown on the alternate points of the stars.  We shall see how steady my hand is.  I might try taping the edges if I can determine that the tape won't pull the paint off when I remove it.  I have several outdoor benches that I want to paint to match the house too. 

I am babysitting a few days this week.  I volunteered.  I figured that would give the little one a break from attending daycare for a while.  Granpa will watch her this morning long enough for me to get some much needed supplies at Walmart.  I think I'm going with him to Indiana next week.  He has a race there and I can go and visit my friends in Indianapolis.  His race will be over on Sunday afternoon so we plan on staying an additional day and he will let me show him some of my haunts around the city.  I do miss Indy but it would have been lonely there without family now that I am no longer with my "work family" of 20 plus years. 

My son's fiance took a new job as RN at Hamot Hospital in Erie.  She will be working in the emergency room there, which is what she has always wanted to do.  It's a major hospital for this area.  When people need more than the little local hospitals can offer they will lifeflight them to either Erie or Pittsburgh so she will see a lot of activity there. Of course this means they will be moving again too and they just moved into this apartment in May or June.  Their winters are going to be a lot worse too with the snow off the lake. 

I'll get your books in the mail in a couple of days.  I have to pick up a couple of mailers. 
Tata for now.   

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on September 14, 2011, 03:59:40 pm
Kim,

That sounds good about the books.  I'll get yours out in a couple of days, too!

Speaking of the furry critter, glad you caught him.  One of our cats likes to get up on the kitchen window ledge and dig dirt and eat leaves.  Not only that, she likes to push things until they fall in the sink.  I finally got her out of that. 

That sounds really neat about what you are doing with the painting outside.  That makes homes and gardens look so inviting and appealing to the eyes.  Looking forward to some pics. later!  We have got to re-paint our shutters - they are fading with the heat of the sun.  They are burgundy while the home is grey.  I need to plant some fall flowers across the front.  Since it's starting to cool down a tad, maybe I can soon.

That's nice what you are doing with babysitting the little one.  I imagine it surprised SD, too.  Maybe you, Granpa and little one can spend some quality time and bond with her some more.  I am still really struggling not being able to see my 2 granddaughters.  The older one's birthday is in October and I'm having a hard time having to wait until November, or after he gets back, to give her birthday presents to her.  I'm sure DIL and her mom are going to tell her that we don't even care enough to send her birthday presents or call her (and her not knowing the real truth of the matter at hand.)  I'm just really sick about this, Kim.

When I got my shots on Friday, I went by my mom's house (or used to be now) and did a walk thru.  The workers were still in there doing things.  What a major difference from when DIL and her mom left things so messed up and destroyed.  The workers have changed out the carpets, re-painted all the rooms, put in new cabinets and counters.  They completely re-did the bathroom she destroyed and it looks amazing!  My BIL is planning on putting it on the market by the end of this month.  In fact, there have already been a couple of different people who have inquired about the cost and when, so that's a great sign!

That's super about your son's fiance!  I wish her the best.  How much farther is that from you from where your son now lives?  Many years ago, there was a possibility that hubby, kids, and I may have had to move to Erie.  The company he worked for at the time, instead, gave him a promotion and so we stayed where we were.  Every once in awhile, I think about that. 

Well, I am very glad for you about your getting paid finally.  That does help bring the stress level down some.  Hopefully I'll "see" you tomorrow!  Have a great night!

Julie  :)

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on September 15, 2011, 03:29:24 am
My one cat used to do that kind of stuff too.  He couldn't stand for anything to be on the counter or kitchen table, such as pens, pencils, money, so he would get up there long enough to knock things off, then move about his business.  He used to drive my son crazy trying to do that stuff in his bedroom and my son is kind of OCD when it comes to personal objects being in their place and in a straight line. 

I got the barn stars painted yesterday but the rest of the paint day projects got halted because it rained.  It's raining again this morning so I guess this will be an indoor work day.  I have plenty of little projects inside the house, in addition to working on the genealogy book.  I will be taking pictures of the outside of the house soon.  There are pictures on FB of the house that were taken last fall...I think the album is called Fall Walk.  You can see the befores and afters.  We did tear down most of the ivy that was on the house but it's starting to grow back again. 

I feel so bad about you not being able to see your little grand-daughters.  I just hope in some way you can eventually repair whatever damage their mother is doing to make your relationship bad with them.  I'll be anxious to see what your son does when he gets home. It's a shame he should have to deal with this stuff while he is gone let alone come home to drama.  I get so irritated with people like her that act so badly.  You can't talk to them and show them the errors of their ways and all you can do is protect yourself and try to set an example with your own behavior but those kind don't seem to see the example anyhow.  Just feel comfort in knowing that you are doing what is right in God's eyes. 

Maybe you should go ahead and send little cards and just wait and see if they ever really did get them.  It would be a good test of just how vicious she is. 

How is the little boy you mentioned on FB?

Give yourself a hug for me. 
Title: here is a few things I make..
Post by: ButterflyWings on September 15, 2011, 07:40:53 am
Here is something I made for a friend it is a mobile picture so its kinda ruff but these are 3 things I make regularly.. its a name plaque,a bracelet made with knotting almost indian form and a plastic keychain..:)
Title: Re: here is a few things I make..
Post by: jcribb16 on September 15, 2011, 03:57:46 pm
Here is something I made for a friend it is a mobile picture so its kinda ruff but these are 3 things I make regularly.. its a name plaque,a bracelet made with knotting almost indian form and a plastic keychain..:)

Dianne,
Those are really neat!  How long do each of those take you to make?  I imagine there are several ladies, teens, and girls/boys who would enjoy those things!  When I was really young I remember making jewelry bracelets and necklaces from all kinds of beads and some kind of stretchy string.  I remember giving one to my great-grandmother and how much she said she loved it.  After she died, it was willed back to me with a special note packed in with it.  Keep up the neat work! :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on September 15, 2011, 04:26:37 pm
Kim,

Thanks very much for the greatly needed hug!  One for you in return! {}

The post about the little boy was shown later that night to be a hoax.  Someone told me about how it had been listed on Snopes a year earlier and was a hoax then.  I posted another note later telling everyone it was a hoax.  I also told them that sometimes when we are asked by family and friends to post something like that, then that is exactly what we do with the greater importance at the moment being to pray and spread the word.  What's strange is a "friend" of mine is the one that looked it up and knew it was a hoax.  Instead of telling me then, she sent me a message asking me if I knew them.  I had the computer up and FB open, but was away from the computer cleaning up after supper.  So when I didn't answer her, she accused me of dodging her answer and repeated her question.  When I came back to the computer, I saw all of this waiting for me.  I told her no, I did not know them, and that it was a neighbor who asked me to post it.  I then asked her why the "trial" treatment.  Then she told me about the hoax.  I was ticked and told her that there was no need to ask me something she already knew, kind of like trying to trap me into lying to her about knowing or not knowing that family.  She said when I wouldn't answer her that she thought I was ignoring her deliberately.  I told her that as long as we've known each other (since jr. high school,) I can't believe she acted that way and that I didn't appreciate it.  That's when I went back on and wrote what I did about why we even post these things in the first place.  As we have grown older through the years, she has gotten this way with her friends and now with her teen-aged daughter.  Her daughter couldn't take it anymore and moved to a college dorm, and got a job, and can't be happier.  I don't know why I went all into this - I guess I'm just still ticked at her trying to twist things unnecessarily over something simply posted out of care and concern.  Just let me know it's a hoax and we're done, right?  Thanks for the shoulder, though.  Sorry so much written.

I'll go back and browse through your pics of the house.  That will be neat to see before and after (when you're done!) 

We had smoke from one of the fires come back through yesterday and today.  It was pretty bad this morning.  Something re-started at the Honey Prairie Forest again.  Hopefully tomorrow will be better.

We don't have DIL's address since we don't know where she moved.  I'm not going to send them to her mom's house, because when we did that for Valentine's Day, the DIL's mom didn't give them to the girls and apparently kept the money in them.  Randal figured that one out before he left.  When we had the girls up at the end of February, we asked the older one about them and she said she didn't get them.  So I showed her the cards like what we sent with the stickers and she said she had not seen them before and didn't get money.  So we made some up again with stickers and money in them and let them open them while here.  I was really upset about that.  By the way, thank you for listening and supporting/encouraging me with this.

Well I have gone overboard in a book here and you've got lots of other things to do, lol.  Hope you are enjoying your time off - how's the little one enjoying her time off, too?  "See" you soon!

Julie   :cat:
Title: Re: here is a few things I make..
Post by: golotomer on September 16, 2011, 03:09:00 am
Here is something I made for a friend it is a mobile picture so its kinda ruff but these are 3 things I make regularly.. its a name plaque,a bracelet made with knotting almost indian form and a plastic keychain..:)

Those are really nice.  I really like the name plaque.  It's colorful and everyone seems to be pink crazy right now.  I used to make the keychains and friendship bracelets too.  I actually thought about buying some floss last week and getting back into making them but stopped myself.  I have way too much going on right now to get into anything new. 

Did you make the plaque for one of your own kids or is that one for sale? 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on September 16, 2011, 03:36:30 am
Julie,

Thanks for letting me know about the hoax.  I'll post something on FB and tell people.  That stinks that someone would spread something so serious that wasn't true.  I guess we all need to check everything out on snopes before we send it by email or post it.  I used to do that because I got caught a couple of times with similar things.  I've gotten lazy though. 

It was cold and rainy here all day yesterday.  I didn't get anything done outside so worked on some indoor projects.  I had bought a pair of shoes the other day, greatly reduced at 65 dollars off.  They had been 85 and I got them for 20.  A pair of New Balance walking shoes that are all curved and supposed to help you tone and lose weight.  Well I wore them all day the day before and woke up to soreness in my calves, above my knees to the middle of my thighs and right above where you develop your muffin top so figured they really must do something!  I wore them again yesterday and actually did more walking as I was running errands and really moving about.  Boy oh boy, by late afternoon I was so sore I had to lay down for a while and just stretch out.  I feel pretty good this morning, so far, so I guess I'll wear them again today and see how I feel.  It seems there really is something to the claims they make.  My one friend scolded me though saying she had heard of people throwing their back out and twisting their ankles. 

I just can't believe your dil and or her mother are so brutal that she wouldn't even give those children their cards and would take the money out of them!  Your poor son has a lot of crap to deal with when he gets home.  It's one thing to have words with your spouse for not picking up a wet towel from the bedroom floor but to have to point out when they are ethically, spiritually or morally wrong is the worst case scenario and she has overstepped those boundaries with many issues.  If I was within eyesight of her I'd be glaring at her.   :angry7: That kind of stuff just makes me so angry. 

Guess I'm going to go to Indiana.  We are going to leave her Monday for WV and return my daughters car, stay the night, cut her hair and help her hang the set (about 20) of wall crosses I gave her.  (I used to collect the crosses and have them hanging in my house but when I moved in with Bob decided not to use them on his walls.  I've attached a picture that shows a portion of one of my walls where the crosses used to hang.  By the time I gave them to my daughter I had accumulated a bunch more.) Then Tuesday he has to report to the racetrack in Indiana and start setting up the shelters.  The company will be paying for us to drive there and back and also the hotel room.  All I have to pay for is any gas money spent driving around to visit friends or sightsee and my own eating expenses.  He will then drive the sprinter back with the cars and I'll follow in my Blazer.  Two days set up, practice on Thursday and Friday, races on Saturday and Sunday then home.  I have to pick my books up on Monday and it's back to school on Tuesday.  This break seems so short!  I'll get to visit all of my friends in Indianapolis that I haven't seen in two years.  We are planning a big meet up with a bunch of co-workers too.  We were such a big group there at BMG and those people became like family.  I worked there for over 20 years and watched people get married, have kids and now those kids are grown up too. 

We still have a bunch of painting to do on the trim and I'm going to attack those spots that I can reach today and tomorrow.  Hopefully we'll get enough warm weather and time off yet that Bob can complete the higher spots.  We still have to cover the pool and get the garage cleaned out enough to put all of the deck furniture in.  Where does the time go?  I can't believe it's the middle of September already and all the plans we made for renovations never got accomplished during the warm weather! 

I'll be taking my netbook with me while on the road and will probably be spending a fair amount of time online while the racing stuff is going on in the background.  I plan on taking the genealogy package with me and working on the book while I'm gone too. 

You asked about the "little one".  Yes we've had a good time the last couple of days.  I cut her hair yesterday and she accompanied granpa and me while we ran some errands but I need to set aside some fun time.  He told her we might try to take her to Chuckie Cheese real soon.  Goodness knows when.  Maybe when we get back from Indiana. 

Hope the smoke has cleared some today.  Never apologize for writing too much.  I look forward to our chats.
Title: Re: here is a few things I make..
Post by: ButterflyWings on September 16, 2011, 05:30:34 am
Here is something I made for a friend it is a mobile picture so its kinda ruff but these are 3 things I make regularly.. its a name plaque,a bracelet made with knotting almost indian form and a plastic keychain..:)

Dianne,
Those are really neat!  How long do each of those take you to make?  I imagine there are several ladies, teens, and girls/boys who would enjoy those things!  When I was really young I remember making jewelry bracelets and necklaces from all kinds of beads and some kind of stretchy string.  I remember giving one to my great-grandmother and how much she said she loved it.  After she died, it was willed back to me with a special note packed in with it.  Keep up the neat work! :)

Thanks Julie, The name Plaque took a day,same with keychain..Now the thread indian like bracelet took 3 days its alot of work cause you have to have length right and stretch it also :)..I make lots of beeded jewelery..I am goona try to post stuff as I make it so you all can see ;)
Title: Re: here is a few things I make..
Post by: ButterflyWings on September 16, 2011, 05:33:03 am
Here is something I made for a friend it is a mobile picture so its kinda ruff but these are 3 things I make regularly.. its a name plaque,a bracelet made with knotting almost indian form and a plastic keychain..:)

Those are really nice.  I really like the name plaque.  It's colorful and everyone seems to be pink crazy right now.  I used to make the keychains and friendship bracelets too.  I actually thought about buying some floss last week and getting back into making them but stopped myself.  I have way too much going on right now to get into anything new. 

Did you make the plaque for one of your own kids or is that one for sale? 

Kim,

Thank you so much hun..I make all my stuff for sale,for my kids and friends..that one was a birthday gift for a friend..When I make them to sell I let them pick their colors..it hangs on the wall with ribbon or string..I like using ribbon cause it looks prettier.
Title: Re: here is a few things I make..
Post by: jcribb16 on September 16, 2011, 02:06:15 pm
Here is something I made for a friend it is a mobile picture so its kinda ruff but these are 3 things I make regularly.. its a name plaque,a bracelet made with knotting almost indian form and a plastic keychain..:)

Dianne,
Those are really neat!  How long do each of those take you to make?  I imagine there are several ladies, teens, and girls/boys who would enjoy those things!  When I was really young I remember making jewelry bracelets and necklaces from all kinds of beads and some kind of stretchy string.  I remember giving one to my great-grandmother and how much she said she loved it.  After she died, it was willed back to me with a special note packed in with it.  Keep up the neat work! :)

Thanks Julie, The name Plaque took a day,same with keychain..Now the thread indian like bracelet took 3 days its alot of work cause you have to have length right and stretch it also :)..I make lots of beeded jewelery..I am goona try to post stuff as I make it so you all can see ;)

Dianne,

I'll watch for them as you make them.  I love stuff like that for my granddaughters, daughter, nieces, and for my students when I taught.  I even like them for myself, lol.  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on September 16, 2011, 03:20:21 pm
Hi Kim,

You'll have to let me know how the shoes end up working.  I've heard some positive about them.  But, like your friend, I've heard of some who have stepped just the wrong way and twisted an ankle.  I've thought about trying them, but just not sure.

I went and looked at your album of the house and the area around.  You are in a beautiful area - it's got to be beautiful when the leaves change.  I love the house - the ivy gives it a hint of England - I like that!  I love your pictures with the crosses - I didn't realize you collected them like that (Was that where you used to live?)  The room is very pretty and welcoming!

It was smokey a little today, but not as bad.  We were supposed to have rain with a cool front behind it.  But no rain, just clouds and a breeze.  It is supposed to drop several degrees now and I'm hoping that will come through since the rain didn't!

I'm glad you are going to see your other "family!"  I hope all of you have a great catch-up time together.  That's bittersweet, for sure.  I hope you and Bob have a nice time together, too.  It sounds like he will be pretty busy, but you have given yourself plenty of fun stuff to do.  I hope you get some of your genealogy research done.  Have fun spending time with your daughter. 

I had requested prayer awhile back on FB for a friend of mine's son.  He had been in a one-person car accident and was in a coma, with major swelling on his brain.  Yesterday his lung collapsed, and things started happening with him that didn't look good for him.  He died this morning.  He was in school with my older son, while his brother was in school with my daughter.  I taught their cousins (a brother and sister) in elementary school, too.  I feel so sad for Jordan's mom and family.  Her name is Julie. 

Once again, thank you for the support and encouragement about my granddaughters.  Sometimes I just want to give in and get a police office to go with me to the mom's house and ask to see those girls.  But that's just me thinking but not actually following through and making things more heated.   >:(

Yes, you are right! Where has the time gone this summer?  I hope you get those things done today and tomorrow that you are hoping to do.  Hope your evening is great.  Talk to you tomorrow!

Julie   :cat:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on September 17, 2011, 03:17:26 am
Julie,

I'm so sorry to hear about the boy that died.  So sad to have a life cut short so young. 

I took the little one with me yard saling yesterday.  She found a real tambourine, an American Tourister child's rolling suitcase, a wind up musical clown that moves its head while the music is playing and a couple of shirts.  She announced, quite emphatically, that she LOVES shopping. 

I guess the SD is having a yard sale here today.  Her aunt is coming to help her so I'll be here at the house with them all day.  Sort of awkward.  I have laundry and packing to do so I'll try to just stay out of the way. 

It's much cooler here now than it has been.  I'm sure we'll get some Indian summer by the end of October.  I remember many sweltering fall days in this area. 

I know you feel like just doing what you have to do to see those girls but you have to tread lightly until your son comes home, as hard as that will be to do.  I feel so badly for him coming home to such an emotional mess when he should be coming home to sheer joy. 

Rushing this morning so I'll cut this short.  Enjoy your day. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on September 17, 2011, 05:03:39 pm
Hi Kim,

It sounds like little one had a most wonderful time shopping with you, lol!  She got some neat things, for sure.  That was a great opportunity for the two of you to spend some bonding time together.  I'm glad she had fun.  Hey, I would have had fun, too!

Hope the yard sale went okay and that things weren't too awkward.  Hopefully you were able to get your things ready to go out of town.  Once a year, this whole (small) town and surrounding counties have a day of "garage-type" selling that set out their things to sell.  They are everywhere on the sidewalks, the corners, warehouses, yards - it's amazing to me!  They never did anything like that where I lived in the big city - just individual garage sales and/or neighborhood sales.  But up here, people plan for this day and spend the whole day canvassing these sales.  A lot of them will continue on the next day (Sunday) as well.

It was cooler here today, too!  It went down to the upper 50s this morning and up to close to 80 today.  That is so much better!!!  I agree with you, though, there are always a few Indian summer days waiting around the corner.  Where we did live in Jacksonville, FL, it was common to have warm and balmy weather on Thanksgiving and even Christmas.  Yuck, it's supposed to be cold, right?  At least where we are now, it's a little more seasonal with the cooler weather on those holidays.

Enjoy your Sunday before having to leave Monday.  I'm glad you are going on this trip.  I want you to have a great time!!  Talk to you later.

Julie   :cat:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on September 18, 2011, 03:57:29 am
Julie,

No the yard sale was a bust.  She only made about 20 dollars and had spent 10 advertising.  She really has a lot of nice little girls clothes too so it's a shame to have to put them back into storage or to give them away.  I think she should maybe take them and put them in sets, take photos and sell them in lots of maybe 5 outfits on ebay.  I don't know if she has time to fool with them though and I'm not going to take on the task as I have my hands full with school and now this genealogy book. 

I personally love yard sales and especially the community type.  I used to take my little red wagon and go to all of the sales in our neighborhood.  It was a yearly event.  I didn't like having my own sale during that time because it prevented me from visiting all the neighbors goodies. 

I just stayed out of the way yesterday and did laundry and things around the house.  I haven't started packing but will do that today.  I worked on my genealogy files a long time yesterday.  My computer room looks like a command center.  I have two full-size monitors going, one on my regular computer and one running from my little netbook.  The netbook, only 7 inches, makes three monitors.  I really need to take a picture of this work in progress.  It's going to be a while for sure.   :dontknow:

We haven't turned the heat on yet but I did put on socks and shoes and throw a cape on while I wasn't moving around yesterday.  No more running outside in the bare feet to empty trash or make a run to the car.  We have been known to have rather warm days at Thanksgiving and Christmas too but probably not like Jacksonville.  I remember the kids riding their new bikes one year on Christmas day and it was really warm.  On the other side of the coin I remember being snowed-in on Thanksgiving.  One never knows. 

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on September 18, 2011, 04:26:06 pm
Kim,

That's a great idea for SD with ebay.  She could probably do pretty well with that.  If she would take it on and keep with it.  My younger son has toyed with that idea himself.  With his disability from the arthritis, that would be something he would be good at.  He has a few "game" guys, like him, who buy/trade from each other.  They use Paypal for everything they do.  Also, he and these guys are so good at knowing the inside and outside of the games they play interactively and not.  He actually looked into Seattle once about being a new game tester/reviewer before the games come out.  That's a far place away, though.

Pulling the little red wagon to yard sales is a smart thing.  You've got your own "bag" for it all!  I wouldn't mind doing that, as long as it's in the cooler/colder weather.  There's just something neat about being out in the crisp cool air, not to mention the better breathing.

I'm glad you got a lot of work done with the genealogy.  It's good to have an office to set your "command center" up in when you've got busy things like that.  My "office" is loaned to my daughter right now for her bedroom, including my desk. 

True, one never knows about the weather.  What's odd is growing up in the south, in schools we were always taught about the seasons and winter was always about the snow, snowmen, snowball fights, snow sledding, etc., even though few of us had ever experienced it.  Even in the winter, Christmas cards had snow and Santa on them.  So it's like we knew all about the snow, the fun, and even the cleaning up of it, but yet never experienced it.  So the few times it has snowed a teeny bit, everyone here is so excited! 

Actually, the first time I ever saw and had fun playing in the snow, was in Norway.  I was in a college chorale and we toured Norway, Denmark, and Sweden in May for a performing tour.  Norway had just had a blizzard (in Oslo) and the snow was up to our waists.  The bus tour driver stopped and let us get out.  We had such an amazing time.  We were like little kids.  The bus driver just smiled and shook his head back and forth.

You and Bob be careful tomorrow with driving, and have a nice time at your daughter's, and then the rest of your trip.  I bet your friends are excited about your coming!  "See" you soon! :)
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Post by: golotomer on September 19, 2011, 02:00:00 am
That's cool that you got to go to Norway and play in the snow!  I like to watch the changes in the seasons and the first snow is always a little exciting but then I'd be happy to just see it go away.  Winter lasts way too long anymore.  If you aren't playing in it it's only pretty when you are inside and don't have to drive in it or shovel it. 

I'm pretty much packed and ready to go.  Just a few last minute things.  I have a counseling appointment at 10 then we're on our way to WV.   I'm pretty excited about seeing everyone. 

I'll be online daily in some way so I'll drop you a line. 

Take care.
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Post by: ButterflyWings on September 19, 2011, 09:33:56 am
Hello Girls...

 KIM,Sorry about the garage sale ..But ebay is a great way to get rid of things with out the hassle of garage sales..My hubby sells his art there and I sell some little things here and there may just put crafts up there after a bit..Amazon is good too..I hope you trip to WV goes well..

Julie, hey there hun sorry you had to see my rants this week on facebook lol I have a few people on my page who claim to be good friends of mine and they say some pretty mean stuff and I was tired of it..This one girl was telling someone who wanted one of the name plaques it was junk and I charge too much behind my back which really hurt to have a stranger tell me this..It all worked out cause the girl still wants the three she asked for and came and told me but I was pretty upset..Anywhoo How are you doing??

Hope your day is wonderful and bright Smooches *Di*
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Post by: reesymay on September 19, 2011, 09:44:02 am
Let's see I am 23 years old...I love to crochet as well. I live with my fiance who works for weeks at a time away from home and I to am looking for a new frined to hang out with and maybe even crochet together. I just finished a blanket for my king sized bed. It took me about 2 weeks to complete...LOL I know I really don't have much else to. I am getting amrried next month and I am a full time student. Going back to school is a lot of work and is well worth it if youa re willing to put your time and effort into it. It is great way to keep you busy if you have a lot of time on your hands.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: ButterflyWings on September 19, 2011, 09:47:37 am
Let's see I am 23 years old...I love to crochet as well. I live with my fiance who works for weeks at a time away from home and I to am looking for a new frined to hang out with and maybe even crochet together. I just finished a blanket for my king sized bed. It took me about 2 weeks to complete...LOL I know I really don't have much else to. I am getting amrried next month and I am a full time student. Going back to school is a lot of work and is well worth it if youa re willing to put your time and effort into it. It is great way to keep you busy if you have a lot of time on your hands.

Hello Reesymay...
I love crochet is so much fun..Congrats on married next month..I am also getting ready to go back to school in Jan..I am 36,married and have 3 kids lol..Nice to meet you hun Hope to talk more soon *Di* :wave:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on September 19, 2011, 06:14:13 pm
Let's see I am 23 years old...I love to crochet as well. I live with my fiance who works for weeks at a time away from home and I to am looking for a new frined to hang out with and maybe even crochet together. I just finished a blanket for my king sized bed. It took me about 2 weeks to complete...LOL I know I really don't have much else to. I am getting amrried next month and I am a full time student. Going back to school is a lot of work and is well worth it if youa re willing to put your time and effort into it. It is great way to keep you busy if you have a lot of time on your hands.

Hi and welcome!  It's always nice to have another friend join in.  I'm looking at picking crocheting up again - it's been years.  I'm impressed that it only took you 2 weeks to complete your blanket.  I bet it's really pretty.  Congratulations to your upcoming marriage - I'm happy for you!  It's great about you going back to school.  What are you working toward?  Hope to chat with you some more!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on September 19, 2011, 06:22:26 pm
Hello Girls...

 KIM,Sorry about the garage sale ..But ebay is a great way to get rid of things with out the hassle of garage sales..My hubby sells his art there and I sell some little things here and there may just put crafts up there after a bit..Amazon is good too..I hope you trip to WV goes well..

Julie, hey there hun sorry you had to see my rants this week on facebook lol I have a few people on my page who claim to be good friends of mine and they say some pretty mean stuff and I was tired of it..This one girl was telling someone who wanted one of the name plaques it was junk and I charge too much behind my back which really hurt to have a stranger tell me this..It all worked out cause the girl still wants the three she asked for and came and told me but I was pretty upset..Anywhoo How are you doing??

Hope your day is wonderful and bright Smooches *Di*

Dianna,

I knew something was going on just wasn't sure what.  You don't worry about them at all.  Maybe they are jealous.  People will see what you do, like it, repeat buy, and spread the word!  Hope things are better by now.  Funny how people you think are friends, say things to be mean sometimes.  Hope your week is going well for you!

Julie :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on September 19, 2011, 06:29:44 pm
Hi Kim,

Hope your counseling appointment went well!  You'll probably be at your daughter's by the time you read this.  Have a great mom and daughter time!

Not much happening here today.  It's really quiet when they all leave for work in the mornings (around 5:45 to about 8:45) and then when they leave again (1:30 to around 4:00.)  That's usually when I try to get some things done around the house.  I generally have little shadows following me around everywhere I go (cats and the dog.)  They are too funny.

Have a super day!

Julie   :cat:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on September 20, 2011, 03:08:24 am
Let's see I am 23 years old...I love to crochet as well. I live with my fiance who works for weeks at a time away from home and I to am looking for a new frined to hang out with and maybe even crochet together. I just finished a blanket for my king sized bed. It took me about 2 weeks to complete...LOL I know I really don't have much else to. I am getting amrried next month and I am a full time student. Going back to school is a lot of work and is well worth it if youa re willing to put your time and effort into it. It is great way to keep you busy if you have a lot of time on your hands.

Hi reesymay, glad you stopped by.  I'm an avid crocheter and knitter and my BF travels three weeks out of each month during the winter so it sounds like we could buddy up some!  I'm also a full-time student.  What are you studying?  Hope you stop by often and get to know the rest of the small group we have here on FC. 

Kim
Title: Good morning from West Virginny
Post by: golotomer on September 20, 2011, 03:22:03 am
Dianna,

That stinks about those people dissing your crafts and especially on FB.  I get so irritated with people airing issues on an open forum like that.  Are you able to unfriend them?  I have hooked up with you on FB yet.  I'll have to see if I can find you through Julies page. 

You are right about the online places to sell crafts.  My cousin is also interested in getting together and selling stuff at craft festivals.  I've always wanted to do that too but right now my plate is too full to even think about it.  It would really be more fun with a friend though. 

Julie,

Yes I am in WV now.  We will leave for Indiana about 10 this morning.  I promised my daughter I would cut her hair before we go.  I had to laugh because I had this beautiful, colorful, hand knit in Peru sweater that I had snatched at a yard sale about 4 years ago for 4 dollars.  I wore it down here yesterday and figured my daughter had never seen it but somehow I mentally thought to myself...she is going to love this sweater and if she fusses about it I will give it to her.  Sure enough as soon as I walked into the house her eyes lit up and she said "I love that sweater".  I told her my premonition and the sweater is now hers.  I made her give me back the peach colored sweater I wore down here about 5 years ago in exchange.   :angel12:  She has put on a little weight anyhow and can't wear it right now so it was time for a trade.  We do this often...so it's kiind of fun to see what gets exchanged when we visit.  She gave me a stack of jeans too and I'm glad to get them right now.  I'm currently betwixt and between on jean sizes.  I have them ranging between about six different sizes :bootyshake:

I can just picture you sliding through the house with your fuzzy slippers and the little shadows on your heels.  Our animals are such a joy, most of the time aren't they?

TTL,

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: ButterflyWings on September 20, 2011, 09:12:26 am
Kim,
Yes hun I did unfriend them..and you can look me up on facebook under Dianna Holder :) Have a great day and trip hun


Julie,

thanks hun yeah it is sad when people act like that...Glad things are well see ya soon on FB
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Post by: jcribb16 on September 20, 2011, 10:23:17 pm
Kim,
Yes hun I did unfriend them..and you can look me up on facebook under Dianna Holder :) Have a great day and trip hun


Julie,

thanks hun yeah it is sad when people act like that...Glad things are well see ya soon on FB

Well, hopefully that will be the last of that!!  Yep, I will definitely see you on FB!  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on September 20, 2011, 10:35:59 pm
Kim,

Well, now, that was some neat foreseeing about that Peru sweater!  It was a great way getting that peach sweater back, too!!  You make me laugh talking about the size ranges for your jeans, lol!  Actually, it rings too true for my bottom, thighs, waist, etc., too! :)

I had a really good day today, energy wise.  I was able to get a lot of things done and still not be too wiped out.  The only thing messing with me is that nasty, chronic, bronchial cough that makes me lightheaded.  I'm relying on my nebulizer a lot and the cough medicine that makes me sleepy/dizzy.  But at least I had energy today - woo hoo!!!  I hope tomorrow is the same!

We had bad thunderstorms here, today.  At one point, this afternoon, all of the school buses were put on hold because of a tornado warning in our county.  There was one coming towards 2 of the elementary schools.  We live in the middle.  Thank goodness it fizzled out. The buses were about 30 minutes late picking up the students.  Hubby, dtr., and son all said the noise of the chattering kids, from excitement, was overboard and loud.  We are supposed to have storms again tomorrow afternoon.  Thankful for the much-needed rain, though!  Today's filled up my birdbath for me, lol!

Hope everything is going well for you and that you are having a nice time!  "See" you later!

Julie   :cat:

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on September 21, 2011, 02:41:37 am
Julie,

Glad you had a good energy day.  That stinks about the tornado warnings.  That is scarey stuff.  Being in Indiana this week I will keep my eyes open for bad weather.  The guys have already lost two tents here because of wind storms.  These tents cost thousands of dollars too. 

I went to the track with Bob when we got here yesterday but I think I'm going to just hole up in the motel room today and work on my genealogy and do some scheduling for school and reorganizing.  My friends are all working during the day, except for one retired who I might call and try to get together with fayor lunch. 

We are staying at the Steve Alford Inn. He used to be a big basketball star, so there is a humongous sneaker in the front yard of the motel.  It scares me.  Wouldn't it be terrible to have that thing fly through the air if there was a tornado?  Freaky to see.  ;D

Diana...I'll look for you on FB.  TTY girls later.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on September 21, 2011, 09:43:20 pm
Kim,

Yes, that does sound freaky with the huge sneaker.  I wouldn't want to be around that either if a tornado came through!  We had major storms again this afternoon, with lots of rain.  The lightning was popping - didn't like that. 

Were you able to get some paper work done at the hotel? 

I introduced the new Christmas program to the Kid's Choir tonight.  They really seemed to enjoy it.  They're already chattering about solos, handbells, and the tryouts, lol!  They are too funny, but it's great to see them getting involved.

Have a great day tomorrow!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on September 22, 2011, 06:17:54 am
Julie,

Paperwork not too much.  I forgot my external hard drive when I packed so didn't have my genealogy files to make entries.  Duh!  However, I did talk by phone to my cousin in Germany and we're formulating a plan to work collectively on the book with another family member on a secure website. 

In addition I have been burning up my Ancestry membership going through newspaper archives finding articles on the family, mostly from our hometown of origin.  Interestingly enough I found that for a good part of my father's life he was known by his middle name instead of his first name!  I found identifiable things from his elementary school activities where his parents names were including but daddy was listed by his middle name.  He recited poetry and sang a bit.  :) 

I'm sore from sitting on my butt and using the mouse.  I need to get out and walk today and stretch out these bones. 

I'm meeting a friend for lunch tomorrow, going yard saling on a 40 mile stretch of road between here and the city and will spend the night with an old friend.  Saturday noon we have a luncheon planned then I will return to the track in the late afternoon.  I'll probably spend the day watching the races on Sunday. 

Bob never got back to the room until after 9 last night.  One of the karts got wrecked and they had to fix it before today's practice. 

I did go to see my old house in the country and tried to visit my old neighbors only to find they had moved too. 

Everything changes. 

Diana, if you are reading I tried to hook up on FB.  See you both out there soon. 

I took a picture of the shoe here at the hotel but I won't post it until I'm home.  I'd rather not advertise exactly where I'm staying right now.  :)   

Hope those storms leave your area soon Julie.  What songs are you doing for the Christmas show?  Seems way to early to be preparing but hey...the stores already have decorations up too so guess we're heading toward the holiday season.  Heck I don't even have my Halloween stuff up yet!

Later ladies. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: ButterflyWings on September 22, 2011, 08:18:18 am
Kim

I added ya when I got on last night..so glad to have you hun xoxoxo
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on September 22, 2011, 08:55:19 am
Diana,  I thought your Dr. Suess was funny.  I would have liked to share it on my page for a select few but I'm careful because of my grandkids.  lol

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: mjdoug03 on September 22, 2011, 09:50:20 am
What a good idea and you don't have to keep up with a website.  Keep it up, yo.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on September 22, 2011, 05:10:51 pm
Dianna,
Goodness FB is in an uproar with everyone and the new changes!  I saw where there was a poll taken and it show about 63% don't like it.  I read some of the other changes they are implementing as well.  It involves music, listening to it, and suppose you see a friend is listening to something you like, you can join right in and listen with them.  There are other things too.  It just seems like a lot and it also makes everyone more public to everyone else, even if they are someone else's friends.  There was something mentioned, but I haven't seen it in the FB changes, that our posts may be monitored as well, and maybe even removed if they don't deem it worthy, so-to-speak.  I don't know --- I wish they would just leave things alone.  I'm tired of the games being messed with and messed up, too.  Sorry for the rant and thanks for the shoulder, lol!!

Hope you have a great weekend!  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on September 22, 2011, 05:33:00 pm
Hey Kim,

I wrote to Dianna something about the FB changes if you want to read it, too.  You or she may know more about it than me and set me straight, lol, if there's something incorrect about anything I said.  I read about some of it in their article and the other thing I saw from other posters, but not in the article, so who knows, right?!

Lol, that would be me forgetting the external hard drive, too, so I can feel there for you!  I'm glad you have your cousin in Germany, and the other family member, who can work with you on this.  The Ancestry membership you have - is it real expensive - or are their different levels of membership for it?  I had joined one years ago but only did what I could through the free searches.  But I really need more than that.  I'll try to remember to look them up and see what I can find out.  I'm thinking it may be the same site as the one you are using.

That's fine about posting the picture after you are back.  It may go out to more people than it normally would with these new changes they are doing on FB.  They talk about privacy measures, yet they are making your info more available through friends of friends, etc.  One of my friends said she went in and changed the settings on every friend she had - that can take a long time.......

Storms weren't as bad today - a little quieter and less rain.  Our neighbors' trailer is definitely coming in the morning.  She asked me if she could come over early and wait with me for it.  They're so ready and excited to finally have a new home to live in.
 
My mom would have turned 75 yesterday.  Then in November, it will be 5 years since she died.  It's hard to believe it has been that long already.  Also, she died on my daughter's birthday.  And my daughter's great uncle died the year before that on her birthday.  She always has mixed feelings now on that day - she chooses to look at it that she can think of special memories of them that day.

Wow, that sounds great about your 40 mile stretch for yard sales.  Hope you and your friends have a really good catching up time!  Enjoy yourself - you deserve it!  Have a great weekend!

Julie  :)   
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on September 23, 2011, 02:38:13 am
What a good idea and you don't have to keep up with a website.  Keep it up, yo.

Thanks for stopping by. We are a friendly group.  Come visit more often.   ;)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on September 23, 2011, 03:09:35 am
Julie,

I wrote a fairly long response to your message only to lose it before I posted!  Arrgghhh...

Condensed version.  FB changes are inevitable.  It's a free social network.  I am careful what I post and prefer other venues for different types of communication.   :dontknow:

I know what you mean about missing your mom.  I'm glad your daughter it taking a positive approach to how she remembers the events attached to her birthday.  How is she doing btw?  You haven 't mentioned her condition lately. 

Ancestry is costing me about 20 a month but it is a necessary guilty pleasure.  I am frugal in other areas to offset the cost. 

My cousin Phil is such a blessing and a joy to me.  He is such a nice guy, a great researcher and will be a wonderful help to the book.  He is probably providing most of the information and I'm just inputting the data. 

It's raining here this morning, not storming though.  I hope it clears up as it will make for a miserable day at the track and put a damper, no pun intended, on my yard saling.  ;D

Gotta run.  I hear Bob stirring and I want to get his oatmeal and nanner ready for him. 

Have a good day. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on September 23, 2011, 05:52:24 pm
Hi Kim,

Were you able to get yard saling in?  Hopefully the weather cooperated for you.  No storms here today.  It was warmer than of late but has cooled down nice tonight.

Our neighbors trailer came today!  The delivery people had to use our driveway to bring it in and through because of a large cross-over post over theirs - it would have knocked it down.  The trailer is a beauty.  The focal point inside is the kitchen with it's extra long island and 3 windows going across the kitchen/dining area.  It has so an airy openess about it that it seems to give the feel of a double-wide.  Their furniture is being delivered tomorrow and electricity turned on Monday.  They are really happy and relieved to finally have it here!

As for the kids' Christmas program at church, it does seem early to start practicing.  But they are doing 5 songs, 2 with sign language, and another song with handbells.  Since they only meet on Wednesdays, then take out Thanksgiving and a couple of other nights for something the church has going on, we only have about 7 or 8 practice nights.  They are doing 2 carols:  "Joy to the World" and "Hark the Herald Angels Sing."  Then there are two songs you don't hear much: "There's a Song in the Air" and "The Holly and the Ivy," in which a short presentation is given to tell what the holly, ivy, thorns, etc. represent as far as Christ's birth, death, and resurrection.  The next song, "Silent Night" is done with handbells playing harmony with the song playing on cd.  It's beautiful.

I hope you have a super weekend!  Talk to you soon!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on September 24, 2011, 03:32:33 am
Julie,

The Christmas program sounds wonderful.  Maybe you'll video tape it and you can post it somewhere so we can all see it?????  I can imagine it will take a lot of practicing and hard work.  It will be nice to have a project to focus on though won't it? 

It cleared up nicely here and I did get just one yard sale in.  I had lunch with an old co-worker who is 71 but still thinks very young.  Had my favorite sandwich in the world, an artichoke sub with mushrooms and fried onions and provolone cheese at Penn Station.  I came into the city to my other friend's house and stayed here with her two dogs while she was at work.  She owns the sister to my one dog Indy.  We went to a greek restaurant and I had a good bbq rib dinner, then we went to Wally world and bought yarn so I can make her a baby afghan she needs for a gift in December.  I started on it last night and got about 6 rows done before bed.  We were going to go into the heart of the city to see a new memorial they put up for 911 using two of the steel beams from one of the towers but we just got plum tuckered out and came home.  We might go down today.  We have a luncheon planned at a well-known steak house with several friends at noon then I've promised some kids I know that I would stop by and visit with them and their parents/grandparents on my way back to the track today.  I told Bob I would spend the evening at the track and go out for some of the races tomorrow.  That will pretty well wrap it up here for us.  We might do a little sightseeing before we go home but not sure.  I'm feeling pretty tired and I'm sure he is exhausted.


I have to pick my books up on Tuesday and school starts Wednesday so I'll soon be back to the old bump and grind.  Sad to say that this reprieve from the SD just makes me want more of the same.   :'(

I'll bet the neighbors new trailer is nice.  I haven't seen too many of the newer models but the last ones I did see are really lovely.  I'm glad they are finally getting resettled.  It seems like a long time since the fire to me and I'll bet it feels like forever for them.  They can get all settled in before the holidays and finally get back to normal. 

TTYL.  Be good to Julie today. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on September 24, 2011, 03:05:21 pm
Kim,

Since my hubby mans the sound booth at church, he'll set up his camera to film the program.  Thanks for asking.

I'm impressed with how much you are able to cram in your weekend with your friends and with Bob.  I have never tried your favorite sandwich, but I'll make a deal with you.  If and when I am able to come through your way on vacation one day, I would love to meet in person and let you take me to try one!!  All of your meals out sound delicious and are a great variety! 

It's hard to believe you are having to back on Wednesday.  I agree with you about you wanting more of the same.  But I do admire how far you have come since last year and your positive "get up and go" attitude!! 

I updated a new Navy picture on my FB page of our son at work on the ship.  On Wednesday night, hubby and I both received emails from him.  It was really great to hear from him.  He's still hanging in there.  At least November is crawling a little closer, right?

My daughter is away for the weekend babysitting for a friend up here.  Her friend and her hubby are at the fairgrounds helping to set up and help run, then clean up for several country singers and bands coming for a program.  They are getting paid for it.  Dtr is getting paid for this so that's some extra and needed money for her, too.

Have a great Sunday.  You be good to Kim, too, okay?

Julie  :)

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on September 25, 2011, 05:09:25 am
Julie,

I met with a small group of friends from BMG yesterday at the Steer Inn in Indy.  This place isn't much to look at but it was on the Dives and Diners show last December and the food is great.  I'll be posting pictures to FB later this morning. 

We got downtown to see the 911 memorial too and it is real nice.  We went to Circle Centre Mall too.  My friend Marilyn had never been there so I made her go with me.  We didn't buy anything but it was fun testing all the perfumes and oils.  :P

It is supposed to rain 1-3 inches today and possible storms.  I have to check out of the hotel at 11 and go to the track so it's going to be a pretty miserable day.  The team is telling us the tents and karts all have to be packed up and we'll be on the road late this evening.  I think that's a bit much to expect for a man almost 60 who has busted butt all day and then we have a 6-7 hour drive back home tonight!  The team owner will be flying back to Erie and all of the other workers live here in the Indy area so they don't have the commute we do.  I will be following Bob in my vehicle while he drives the sprinter with the karts.  I know him and he will push through but I have a hard time staying awake and with nighttime driving so I'm not looking forward to this trip. 

Heard some possible bad news about my TAA payments.  There is a possibility that my funding will run out when my unemployment runs out. That certainly isn't what I was told originally but one of the other girls that went to school at about the same time as me, and is due to run out of UC with this last extension, was given this news last week.  I'm going to try to find out where I stand this week but may have to just start looking for a job and give up schooling.  We shall see.  No sense worrying about it.  It just is what it is. 

I'll check out your son's picture on FB.  I haven't been out there too much to look around the last couple of days. 

Have a good Sunday and I'll be in touch. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on September 25, 2011, 08:17:07 pm
Hi Kim,

I'm amazed at how much you were able to fit in with your friends!  You'll be ready to rest tomorrow.  For that matter, Bob will too.  Honestly, I agree with you about how much he's done and then traveling so long tonight.  You are probably still driving even as I am writing this.  One good thing, though, is having tomorrow at home to rest (at least I hope so.)

That's nice getting to see the 911 memorial.  As far as testing perfumes and oils, I remember doing that with my friends on the weekends when we would go to the malls, money or not (when my asthma wasn't as bad.)  Can't do that now.  :(

We've had some bad storms today again.  All of the dirt roads were under water.  There was another storm heading our way afterwards that had hail and high winds but it kind of slowed up and fizzled out before it reached here.  We needed the rain badly.

Our neighbors got their furniture yesterday - she's so excited.  Tomorrow or Tuesday they are supposed to get their electricity (can't remember which day) and their water.  They'll be so relieved to finally get moved in and begin their new "chapter" so-to-speak.

I'm sorry to hear about the possible TAA payment problem.  If it's not one thing, it's another.  I sure hope it won't come to that.  You are right - worrying sure won't help the situation (like with my DIL.)  And it seems that jobs just are not easy to find right now. 

Have a great Monday, okay?  Talk later!

Julie   :cat:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on September 26, 2011, 04:36:34 am
Julie,

We got home about 1:30 last night.  I drove the entire way.  He kept saying he would drive but I was doing okay staying awake so gave him the rest.  I still managed to get awake at 6:30!  Maybe I can take a nap this afternoon.  The SD is home today it seems as she hasn't yet left for work.  I would have liked a day at home alone but...no go. The house is the usual mess she leaves it in.  Our housekeeping styles don't match at all.  Feeling frustrated on my first day home.  Grrrr....Oh well have lots to do today so hopefully my mind will be occupied enough that I don't dwell on her doings.  I have to remember to genuinely smile and not grit my teeth and grimace.  Gives me a headache and I look mean.  :BangHead:  :P

I have an email out with my questions about TAA to my PA contact.  Hopefully she can get me the answers and soon.   

Glad things are coming together for your neighbors. 

Be good to Julie today.   

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Post by: jcribb16 on September 26, 2011, 03:13:33 pm
Kim,

I'm so glad you both made it home okay.  That was a long trip.  Sorry about the "messy" homecoming.  I feel bad that you have to keep dealing with that.  But I do hope you were able to get things done you wanted to, including the nap!  By the way, I cannot "see" you looking mean, lol!

Storms are coming in again.  Hail is predicted, again, with 45 to 55 mph wind gusts.  It didn't happen the last time, but it is looking very possible now.  You would know I would get on here to write you and do my paid things, that that's the perfect timing this storm is coming in.  Our electricity was off for an hour and a half yesterday and so it may do the same now. 

I hope you get answers, too, with your TAA.  It would be sad to have gone this far and not be able to finish it because of something they are doing to mess things up. 

I had a good day today, except for this cough.  The congestion has gone lower in my chest, so I guess I'm fighting the bronchitis again.  But my energy level is still pretty good.  I like being able to get things done so I'm taking advantage of that, for sure!

Have a good evening and a great Tuesday!  Talk to you later!

Julie  :)
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Post by: loganismylife on September 26, 2011, 03:57:26 pm
hi im naija known as logan's mommy..im a marine and have time off..i look at this as another way i can put money in his savings account
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Post by: jcribb16 on September 26, 2011, 06:53:13 pm
hi im naija known as logan's mommy..im a marine and have time off..i look at this as another way i can put money in his savings account


Hi Naija!  I am very thankful to you for what you do for our country.  I hope you enjoy your time off and spend quality time with your little Logan - you deserve it!  My hubby is a Marine veteran.  One of my sons is in the Navy and is coming back from deployment in November. 

I enjoy Fusion Cash.  I like earning while having fun, too!  Hope to "see" you again!

Julie  :)
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Post by: golotomer on September 27, 2011, 03:48:27 am
hi im naija known as logan's mommy..im a marine and have time off..i look at this as another way i can put money in his savings account


Welcome!  I ditto everything Julie said.  My grandson-in-law is also a Marine.  They are stationed in San Diego.  Where are you?

Kim
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Post by: golotomer on September 27, 2011, 03:57:35 am
Julie,

Wow I saw the pictures of the rain you posted to FB.  Torrential!  Is everything okay this morning?

We had storms last night too but it didn't seem as bad as what you had.  It is supposed to rain the next 4 days, with storms today and tomorrow. 

I go to pick up my books today.  I think I only have a couple for this semester as some of the work is online.  Hopefully I can do some of the modules from home. 

Very discouraged here with the SD and her ways.  Little irritants that add up.  The stinginess I see with her personal use items.... is but one of many issues.  One example, hard to describe but she puts her body wash off where it is apparent it is for her use only.  I don't mind that but she took mine (apparently thinking it was hers or just totally on purpose) and put it off in her private space.  She clearly marks her turf on certain things but thinks nothing of invading your personal space or using your things.  I'm doing my best to stay positive and ignore all of this but it wears on me.  So anyhoo...I'm using bar soap, which is fine with me, and will not purchase any more body wash.  I am constantly making concessions of this nature just to keep peace in the house.  Hate to even complain as it just produces more of the same. 

PUtting my smile on and will get on with this day.  Hope the weather calms down a bit for you. 

Kim
 
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Post by: timvolley on September 27, 2011, 05:16:40 am
 i live in illinois and am employed as a controller for a company. I enjoy volleyball computers  bicyling.
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Post by: jcribb16 on September 27, 2011, 12:36:03 pm
i live in illinois and am employed as a controller for a company. I enjoy volleyball computers  bicyling.

Hi timvolley.  I'm glad you stopped by.  That's a great job you have.  I played volleyball in jr. high, sr. high, and off and on through out the years.  That's my favorite sport.  I like computers, but have no idea how to fix them, lol.  I love bicycling, too, but since my bike was stolen, I haven't been able to afford to replace it yet.  Hope you drop in again!  :)
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Post by: jcribb16 on September 27, 2011, 12:50:26 pm
Kim,

Regarding the weather, the rain finally stopped late last night.  The swamp pond up near the front of our neighborhood, is still overflowing and has the dirt road flooded that way.  The 2nd dirt road out has some flooding, but there is a major erosion straight across the road - so they've got to come and fix that.  The 3rd dirt road is the best of the 3, but it takes a lot longer to get around on that one - out of the way a little bit.  But, at least it's a way out!  We're supposed to have more of the same tonight and tomorrow.  Then it's supposed to clear up and bring in some sunny and cooler weather.

That's great if you are able to do some work online.  I hope you have the privacy you need, too.  Speaking of that, have you thought of maybe using your washes you like, but taking them back to your room each time?  I know it would be kind of a pain, but you would be using your favorites.  I don't want to see you blocked from your own things like that.  In the meantime, keeping the peace and smiling outward is hard but it does avoid fireworks.  I'm just sorry you are still having to deal with this stuff.

Hope you have a great and productive day, tomorrow, with going back to school.  If I could, I would pass a specialty coffee or tea through to you - your favorite flavor!! 

Julie  :)
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Post by: golotomer on September 28, 2011, 01:44:28 am
i live in illinois and am employed as a controller for a company. I enjoy volleyball computers  bicyling.

Welcome Tim. 

Glad you stopped by to say hello.  At the risk of sounding stupid what does a controller do?  I share your like of computes and bicyling but only know a little about volleyball....like highschool gym class.  :) 

Hope to see you again. 

Kim
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Post by: golotomer on September 28, 2011, 01:56:30 am
Julie,

I picked up my books yesterday and actually had my first homework assignment.  The teacher sent us an email to tell us what to do.  We had two teachers give us the task of printing out our own syllabus and class assignments, a spelling list and a class rules and regulations.  That kind of irritated me as some of the students don't have home computers and we have to use our own ink to print.  I think they should be responsible for printing those things out on the schools dime and handing them out in class.  We that have computers, printers and ink will get extra points for the task but it seems a little unfair to those that don't. 

Well I got some good news yesterday..the SD has found a house and is moving this weekend.  It is going to feel so good to get back to normal around here, have closet space back (most of his clothes are in three laundry baskets in my computer room and a rack of my clothes are on an extra rolling closet in the mancave) and rooms that are empty of large toys and extra stuff stored in every nook and cranny.  I have agreed to still do some babysitting on my early days off of school but I haven't commited myself to weekends or even all the time.  I just can't do that with my school work and having to have time for other family things and fun times.   

I'm attempting a go at exercising again.  I've managed to pack on even more weight the last couple of months.  I believe from stress and inactivity of sitting all day in school and at home while studying.  I used to exercise before they moved in but got off track and never got things going again because there wasn't a quiet place where I wouldn't be seen or wake someone up in the mornings.  I set a place up in the basement but as of next week I should be able to move the operation back upstairs. 

I hope the worst of the rain is over for you.  It sounds pretty trecherous on the roads with the flooding.  Do you have any student teaching lined up in the near future?  Did the neighbors furniture come? 

tata for now. 

Kim
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Post by: jcribb16 on September 28, 2011, 01:56:41 pm
Hi Kim,

Yes, our neighbors have their furniture now.  Last night was their first night in there.  She said they both slept like babies straight thru and were more relaxed than they've been in a long while.  Her hubby surprised her last night with a coffee maker - she can't go without her coffee, lol.  She was happy about that.

The dirt roads are much better today since the forecast of rain last night never happened.  They dried up some.  The one with the major erosion was being worked on earlier by the graters.  The other one with the swamp overflowing has eased off some - just kind of slippery.  We may have rain tonight and it's clouding up. 

I'm looking forward to the weekend since the cool front is supposed to be in around Friday.  Friday, we are going with some friends to celebrate his birthday.  I believe we are going to Olive Garden about 1 1/2 hours away.  Then Saturday, we are going to a birthday party at the park for a friend's son, who is turning 2 years old.  My friend has "adopted" me as a "Nana" - she knows of the situation with mine and offers me "play dates" with her 2 little boys.  The other boy is 6 months old.  They are adorable!

Oh wow, Kim, you won't know what to do with yourself when SD moves out!  That will be great getting back to your own lives, habits, exercising, studying - well, everything, lol!  Is she rooming with some others?

I have to agree about the situation with printing out your own things for class.  It just seems like the consumers are having to take up the slack for anything and everything - it's just not right.  I also feel bad for the ones who don't have a computer nor a computer.  Does this semester end in December?

I don't really have anything lined up just yet.  I am on the sub list but haven't been called as of yet.  I know they are using their parapros and assistants/aides before using anyone outside this year.  That's one of their ways of saving money with their budgets.

Gotta go for now.  I've got my kids' choir tonight.  I would like to introduce the handbell song tonight - I usually audition kids when we prepare new songs. However, we have so many kids now (between 40 and 50) and I've picked out 8 mature, reliable kids who are there most all of the time.  I also chose 5 subs, just in case.  I'll end up rotating them, though, so the subs will be used too.  Before, it would come time for a program and 2 or 3 would either back out or not show up, and ditto with the subs.  That's why the choosing this time.  They really want to commit to it.

Hope you had a good day at school.  What classes are you signed up for this semester?  Talk with you tomorrow!

Julie   :cat:






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Post by: golotomer on September 29, 2011, 03:19:04 am
I'll bet that was a great feeling for the neighbors to finally spend the night in their new home.  I understand the whole coffee addiction.  We drink ours daily but also have a cup of espresso after dinner each night.  I really think we should cut down though.  It' s not good for the bones.  There is a special on tv tonight about coffee addiction I'd like to watch if I have time. 

I love Olive Garden's salads, bread sticks and pasta faggioli.  I can eat that soup until I make myself sick and usually I suffer tummy problems for a day but it's worth the risk.  I have a good recipe for the soup too.  I got it from that copykat recipe website.  The only thing I've learned to add is a bit of tabasco...which isn't included in the recipe. 

You are so right about us getting back to normal around here.  I'm taking the dogs to be groomed on Saturday which will get them out of the house and out from under foot of the movers and away from the doors hanging open while they are packing her uhaul.  My son is moving this weekend too and I was supposed to help him both Saturday and Sunday but told him I'd only be available on Sunday.  I really need to do some heavy duty homework on Saturday too so don't think I'll lend my hand too much with the SD's moving. 

This semester will end January 17th.  There really will be a lot of breaks in between too with the holidays so hoping it won't seem too long.  This semester it is Patho, Word, English, Medical billing, Phlebotomy, Clinical III, and a once weekly, one hour class for Internship Preparation.  They teach you how to dress, interpersonal skills, etc.  I really don't think I need help in that area but it will be interesting to watch them try to mold some of the younger girls with their ghetto dress, speech and attitudes.   :angel12:  I had to separate myself with some of the ones I had been mingling with because I couldn't stand their negativity and temper tantrums.  I'm pretty much a loner these days because I didn't want to be associated with the cliches.  That's fine with me though as I'm much more productive without being weighed down with 19-30 year old attitudes.  :binkybaby:

There was a bit of stink in class yesterday for those that hadn't checked their emails and printed out the requested documents.  I indicated, nicely, to one teacher that I appreciated the fact that she was still handing out her hard copy syllabus instead of requesting that we print them out from home.  Not a direct complaint to the culprits but I was hoping my positive reinforcement would make the proper statement.   :thumbsup:

How did the introduction to the bells go last night?  I'm not sure how the music for the bells is written.  Do they have to learn to actually read the music or is there some other way of indicating when / how to play on cue?  I guess playing by ear would be somewhat of an option? 

Later my friend.

Kim  :dog:   

 

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Post by: ButterflyWings on September 29, 2011, 08:24:15 am
Dianna,
Goodness FB is in an uproar with everyone and the new changes!  I saw where there was a poll taken and it show about 63% don't like it.  I read some of the other changes they are implementing as well.  It involves music, listening to it, and suppose you see a friend is listening to something you like, you can join right in and listen with them.  There are other things too.  It just seems like a lot and it also makes everyone more public to everyone else, even if they are someone else's friends.  There was something mentioned, but I haven't seen it in the FB changes, that our posts may be monitored as well, and maybe even removed if they don't deem it worthy, so-to-speak.  I don't know --- I wish they would just leave things alone.  I'm tired of the games being messed with and messed up, too.  Sorry for the rant and thanks for the shoulder, lol!!

Hope you have a great weekend!  :)


Julie,
Yeah and I heard it will get worse this weekend with the changes..I did not like them at first but now I really like them the new timeline that is happening oct 1st is really cool..I think it will be all good when done..Sorry been really busy farmville or Zynga is taking advantage of its players so I have been running a event to take a stand against then which has had me super busy..Then with my birthday and sons coming up been busy lol..But I am trying to peek in here more often since free money is always nice :) Hope all is well xoxoxo :)
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Post by: jcribb16 on September 29, 2011, 06:44:23 pm
Dianna,
Goodness FB is in an uproar with everyone and the new changes!  I saw where there was a poll taken and it show about 63% don't like it.  I read some of the other changes they are implementing as well.  It involves music, listening to it, and suppose you see a friend is listening to something you like, you can join right in and listen with them.  There are other things too.  It just seems like a lot and it also makes everyone more public to everyone else, even if they are someone else's friends.  There was something mentioned, but I haven't seen it in the FB changes, that our posts may be monitored as well, and maybe even removed if they don't deem it worthy, so-to-speak.  I don't know --- I wish they would just leave things alone.  I'm tired of the games being messed with and messed up, too.  Sorry for the rant and thanks for the shoulder, lol!!

Hope you have a great weekend!  :)


Julie,
Yeah and I heard it will get worse this weekend with the changes..I did not like them at first but now I really like them the new timeline that is happening oct 1st is really cool..I think it will be all good when done..Sorry been really busy farmville or Zynga is taking advantage of its players so I have been running a event to take a stand against then which has had me super busy..Then with my birthday and sons coming up been busy lol..But I am trying to peek in here more often since free money is always nice :) Hope all is well xoxoxo :)
Dianna,
I'm not sure when your birthday is (haven't been on FB today, yet), but I hope you have a wonderful one!  I did see and supported the event you are talking about.  Hopefully they will listen.  I'll talk to you later!  Have a great weekend!

Julie :)
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Post by: jcribb16 on September 29, 2011, 07:06:31 pm
Kim,

Goodness, girl, you have a lot of work this semester!  Hopefully, you will have a lot more freedom and quality time on your hands at home when SD moves out.  You need it!!!  I'm glad you are reserving Saturday for you and your studies.   :star:

I can totally relate to being a loner sometimes with things like what you are dealing with.  I may have 1 or 2 I would hook up with, but being on my own didn't bother me in the least and gave me more focus time on my own things going on.  I agree that attitudes and temperaments are not the same when we were college age.  It's a different type of students more often than not, now-a-days. 

You go, Kim!!  That was the right thing to say to your teacher.  I hope some of them really listened and thought on that.   :thumbsup:

Last night for the bells part was postponed.  There were a couple of things after the music that had to be added to their lesson with that teacher, so I'll do it next week.  When I first started teaching handbells to them, I made large charts of the words to the songs.  I would color-code the words to match the particular bells.  These bells are metal and are color-coded; when they progress on to harder things they start using the very expensive ones.  Our church does not have them.  Since I've taught music through the years, I had invested in these mid-expensive bells, and so I'm able to at least use them.  They are great to work with and teach with.

I've gone from making a large chart to letting them actually read music pages that are written strictly for the bells.  I've gone in on the pages and color-coded the notes/boxes so it will make it easier for them to play their individual bells.  I can still use the charts for the younger kids when first teaching them how to play them.

I just heard the best weather news tonight!  It's supposed to go down in the upper 40s at night, and the upper 60s during the day over the weekend and afterwards for a few days.  That is my kind of weather coming up that I can do better in.  I'm looking forward to it!

Hope your Friday is productive for you.  Have a great day!   :heart:

Julie  :)
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Post by: golotomer on September 30, 2011, 02:00:37 am
Julie,

I'd like to see the bell music.  Might just have to google and see what the net has to say about it.  I have found a couple of websites where I can download piano/organ music free, including newer songs, so maybe there is something on bell music too.   

Yes I am really looking forward to having the house back in a big way.  I can move my exercise equipment back up from the basement, have my toothbrush, towels, lotions and makeup back in the bathroom.  I'm looking forward to not having to clean up her hairspray and makeup from the bathroom counter and floor, along with having more space in the tiny kitchen.  I can put his clothes back in dressers instead of in laundry baskets in my computer room and an entire rack of my clothes can go back in the bedroom closet.  Houseplants will have their own space and you can walk through the breezeway, mancave and livingroom without a stack of humongous toys.  We are talking complete dollhouses that are 5 feet tall, many!!!!! bikes and ride upon toys and an entire zoo of stuffed animals and dolls.  We will still be doing some babysitting so we'll see the little one a couple of times a week. 

We are once again having a mouse problem.  Last night one got caught in a trap on the stove by the fatty skin on it's side and one paw.  It was still very much alive and I couldn't pick up the trap and put it outside without fear of being bitten.  I had a big wooden spoon and was trying to get the end of the spoon under part of the trap to pick it up and put it outside but each time I got near the mouse would start to run and drag the trap with him and would go under one of the cast iron burner covers.  After about half an hour it finally struggled it's way free and went down a vent on the top of the stove.  Bob thinks they are living in the insulation of the stove.  He set another trap and this morning I have a dead mouse, standing straight up in the air with it's head looking over the edge of the upright trap on the stove!  Yuk. 

The cat caught and killed two chipmunks last week but not a mouse that we've seen.  The cat is living outside and the mice were smart enough to come into the house.  It seems to be a constant problem here.  Probably because we live more in the country????  I don't know how you can possibly prevent it other than to have all foods out of reach and with this small kitchen and extra people living here there has been an abundance of breads and snacks on the counter tops so the mice have had plenty to draw them in.  I always kept the bread in the fridge but didn't have room for that after she moved in.  The fridge is just too small.  Probably having my dog foods on the floor doesn't help either but there is no getting around that problem. 

I'm glad the weather will make it easier on you.  We are studying allergies now in class and I always think of you and your problems.  Maybe you'll have a good weekend and enjoy yourself a bit more. 

Off to study for a bit. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on September 30, 2011, 05:14:13 pm
Hi Kim,

I'll try and take a decent picture of a sheet of handbell music and post it to FB.  I'll try to do it when I finish my paid things this evening and if you don't see it tonight, try tomorrow.

You are looking forward to this weekend, lol!  I'm happy for you because I know how frustrated you have been.  I can already feel the relief through your list of things you'll finally be able to do again.

You were speaking of your little friends, the mice.  I've been told by the locals here that yep, they love the country and the acres of land.  We occasionally have a visitor or two, too.  It's amazing how tiny and cute these are.  We know when we have one because of how all 3 cats act, sniffing and crouching, watching the stove and refrigerator.  The last time it happened, Roddy found the area they were coming in through from the outside to behind the stove and refrigerator.  He did something to block it and we haven't had them since.  But every once in awhile, you can see a couple in the back field close to the trees.  I hope you get that worked out.  The one you mentioned that was dead standing straight up and looking over the edge kind of sounds like a Tom & Jerry cartoon, except Jerry would be faking the dead part, lol.

Sometimes I think I should take a course on allergies, lol.  I've researched a lot online, trying to understand some of the things that bother me, and what recommendations are offered.  I like Web MD - they are in-depth, including branching off with other health issues, and how they react with each and how it can affect people.  Thanks for thinking of me with allergies, at school, lol!

I went ahead and got my flu shot today.  They have them free at CVS where we are, so I took advantage of it.  It will also be a week before my asthma shots.  Hopefully no problems will arise. 

We did hear from our son today.  He's getting to leave the ship earlier than November.  He's not sure of the date and time yet, but he's looking forward to it.  He also received some kind of medal of honor that only chiefs usually get.  I need to ask Roddy to tell me more about what it means; then I can tell you exactly what it was for.  He caught us up on how the girls are doing.  I'm so thankful he's keeping up with us, even though DIL doesn't know for sure he is, or she would have a cow...

Have a great evening and a super Saturday!  I'm looking forward to the birthday party for the two year old tomorrow.  It will be more enjoyable with the cooler weather since it's outside.

 :heart:,

Julie   :cat:

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on October 01, 2011, 03:23:16 am
Julie,

That's great news about your son!  How long has it been since you've seen him?  Maybe you can get all the stuff with the kids worked out and see them for the holidays.  I know that would make you happy. 

Well let the moving begin.  Today is the day!    :thumbsup:

It's raining here this morning.  It's been a week of rain and it's been rather chilly.  I'm hoping for some Indian summer within the next few weeks so we can get the last bit of painting done.  I don't know if you saw the morning glory pictures I posted on FB but you can see some of the trim work on the window and flower box in that picture, in addition to one of the four barn stores I painted two-tones, green and brown.  We still have the tallest parts of the overhang, the frame around the breezeway door the one side of the house and that windows on the back by the deck.  I can reach all of the back windows and finish those myself but Bob will have to do the ladderwork to finish the front and side over hang.  He won't be going on the road in October so I'm hoping he can chisel out the time to get it done.  We still have to winterproof the motor home and get the pool covered.  We have the cover ordered and it should be here in a couple of days but he is trying to clean up an algae problem in the meantime.  The water looks like pea soup.  Geesh it seems like just a couple of weeks ago we were opening it.  Honestly I wonder at whether the expense and time of maintaining it is worth it for all the time we actually spent in it. 

Hope your Saturday is enjoyable.  I'm going to finish up with my homework this morning so I can allow time for errands and helping my son move tomorrow.  I hope everyone stays put for a while!  Packing boxes are not my favorite thing these days.   :BangHead: 
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Post by: alwaysinstyle on October 01, 2011, 04:12:50 am
very good idea.i admire you for ding this.congrats and good luck!!!!!!!!!!!! :thumbsup: :wave:
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Post by: alwaysinstyle on October 01, 2011, 04:15:21 am
i forgot to tell you .i used to write and have my own blog.i never have enough time fo that :confused1:
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Post by: sarabtrayior on October 01, 2011, 06:36:40 am
I forget what the question was... I am 50, disabled and do Fusion Cash to make some extra cash!
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on October 01, 2011, 05:06:10 pm
i forgot to tell you .i used to write and have my own blog.i never have enough time fo that :confused1:

Hi and welcome!  Blogging can take time that you might not have, I agree.  Maybe, once in awhile, you'll be able to get more done on your blog.  In the meantime, drop in when you can and keep us posted on how you're doing.  It's nice to meet you!  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on October 01, 2011, 05:09:55 pm
I forget what the question was... I am 50, disabled and do Fusion Cash to make some extra cash!

Hello!  It's nice to meet you!  I enjoy Fusion Cash for several reasons, including earning cash and bonuses, making new friends and blogging with them, getting involved in a few debates, and browsing through the forum.  I hope you will come in more and join in - it's always nice to make a new friend!  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on October 01, 2011, 05:32:44 pm
Hi Kim,

We last saw our son, as far as visiting, at Christmas last year at my MIL's.  I saw him briefly in Feb. when he and I met half way between where we live, so I could pick up the girls for a weekend.  We did find out that he received a Commendation Medal - I told him I am extremely proud of his commitment and duty to the Navy and that it shows the same to the higher ups for them to select him.  He's supposed to fly out from the ship in a couple of weeks - we'll know more on that as soon as he does.

When you read this, the moving would have already happened.  I hope it went well for SD and that you were able to do what you wanted to do in order to help your son move tomorrow.  It doesn't seem that long ago you were helping him move, lol.  I don't remember if you said or not, but is his job flexible with him moving?  I wish them the best with her new job!

Yes, I love your pictures on FB.  You have a special knack for creativity with things like that!  I enjoy those kinds of things, but haven't been able to keep up through these past few years after I got so sick.  But there's always hope, right?  And with the cooler weather coming in, that's a plus for me!  Speaking of cooler weather, the outside birthday party at the park was great.  It was in the 60s to 70s with a nice breeze.  I found a spot under the trees and it was really nice.  The little fella had the best of fun.  I'll try to post him, his brother, and another little one to my FB page tonight.  I am coughing more tonight, but I figured that would happen being out like that.  But, that's okay, it was wonderful being out in nature!!

I remember when our kids were young, Roddy and I were looking at the idea of a pool.  We had some friends who had one and it always looked nice.  But the hubby worked from home and was always on it.  Roddy worked so much overtime then and I was over-working between school, church, and avon, trying to be the best mommy I could be, not realizing at the time I was making myself sick.  We decided there was no way we could keep up with the things like what you spoke about, so we didn't get one.  Oh well...  But I did sign the kids up for the Y for swimming lessons for several summers.  And with 2 of my 3 kids having arthritis, swimming was a great therapy for them, too.

Well, I'm off to eat Subway (tuna), so I will see you tomorrow!  Pamper yourself a little!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on October 02, 2011, 01:51:34 am
i forgot to tell you .i used to write and have my own blog.i never have enough time fo that :confused1:

Time is a real commodity for sure.  I just lke having a place to make new friends, chat a bit and earn some extra money in the process.  This blog is an easy way to earn my three dollars a month on FC and it's become a habit to stop by and say hello to my friends. 

Stop by again!

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on October 02, 2011, 01:53:00 am
I forget what the question was... I am 50, disabled and do Fusion Cash to make some extra cash!

There really isn't a question.  Just a blog and a way to make new friends, a one stop place to say hello and earn your 3 dollars a month for posting in the forum.  I hope you stop by again and tell us a little more about yourself. 

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on October 02, 2011, 02:07:48 am
Julie,

I saw some of the pictures you pasted to FB of the birthday boy.  He looks to be having a great time.  I'm glad you enjoyed the day too. 

That's great about your son's Medals.  I'm sure you are very proud of him and excited. 

I love being creative and haven't done nearly what I would in a different situation.  I haven't really felt too grounded the last year or so and it's hard to commit yourself to something if you don't think it you will be around to reap the benefits of the effect created.

The SD took a full load in the moving van and several by truck but still has a lot of moving to do.  There is still loads of stuff in several rooms, basement, breezeway, bedroom, garage and car port and a little of something in every room.  I really couldn't get much done by way of reorganizing because she didn't completely empty any one room.  I did a little straightening here and there and did clean the hairspray from the bathroom counter and floor and rearrange the mess on the kitchen table and stove.  We were totally overcrowded in those areas and she is messy about herself so even that little bit felt good.  Once I am able to get our clothing back where it belongs, rearrange my decorative items that had to be put up to keep them from being broken I will feel back together again.  I hope we don't get used as a storage unit for the remainder of the winter.  If so I will be packing for her. 

My son was supposed to start school on October 3rd for massage therapy.  Because of this change of job and the move he will need to reapply to a school nearer to where they will be living and then try to find part-time work that coincides with his school schedule so for right now he is a stay at home husband and has done and will do the majority of the move himself. 

I'm supposed to go to help today but don't know what I can do to help much as I'm having a problem with my right hand.  I write and type a lot at school, crocheted a bit more than I should have Thursday night and was suffering the effects yesterday.  I could barely lift a coffee cup but I'll do what I can to help.  I want to be home early enough to get rested for school tomorrow. 

Subway tuna is a favorite of mine too.  I fixed Chicken Chow Mein last night but we'll probably eat out tonight.  I'll be on the run all day and he'll be at work until fairly late.  No telling where we'll go.  We have tried about all of the restaurants in the area more than once though! 

Talk to you later. 

Kim   
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on October 02, 2011, 06:00:38 pm
Hi Kim,

Wow!  I had no idea SD had so much stuff!  I could see having a lot for her daughter, with clothes and toys, etc., but didn't even imagine she would have enough herself to help fill up the rooms.  I'm with you - hope she's able to get that out of there and not leave it for storage...

I'm sorry about your hand.  Have you ever had carpal tunnel?  I had surgery on my right hand, but haven't followed through with my left hand yet.  It got to where I couldn't do normal things with my right hand because of the pain, and I wasn't used to having to depend on my left hand for things like brushing my hair and teeth, writing, etc.  Mine has been caused by all of the typing, filling out invoices by hand for personal home businesses, directing choirs, playing the piano and guitar, etc.  It all caught up with me after so much of it.  I feel for you and hope it gets better.  Is that your writing hand?  Pamper it as much as you can!

The friends who are parents of the birthday boy told us today that he was up at 4:00 this morning wanting to play with the John Deere tractor we got him.  He had already gotten the big one from family that he just loves driving.  We gave him the small one for play.  After he opened it yesterday, he loved it.  He's a handsome and sweet little one!

That's kind of hard for your son having to reapply to one where they have moved.  I hope things work out for him quickly.

Have a great start to the new week.  Talk to you later!

Julie  :)

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: peace56 on October 02, 2011, 09:37:01 pm
Hi blogger!  I just turned 55 last week and I am currently laid-off.  I have been an educator most of my life and truly have enjoyed it.  I was shocked about the lay-offs.  I wish I would have been more frugal in the past, yet, there is nothing like the present.  Medical Assisting is one of those highly employable skills, so the best to you!  I just joined Fusion Cash in the hopes of adding to my monthly income.  Do you have any suggestions on how I can make this profitable and fun?
Thanks! Peace56
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on October 03, 2011, 01:52:42 am
Hi blogger!  I just turned 55 last week and I am currently laid-off.  I have been an educator most of my life and truly have enjoyed it.  I was shocked about the lay-offs.  I wish I would have been more frugal in the past, yet, there is nothing like the present.  Medical Assisting is one of those highly employable skills, so the best to you!  I just joined Fusion Cash in the hopes of adding to my monthly income.  Do you have any suggestions on how I can make this profitable and fun?
Thanks! Peace56

Hi Peace56,

Boy do I feel for you!  I too was laid off at age 55 and although I knew it was coming for about 2 years it still was a shock to my system to lose the job I loved and had worked for so many years.  It's tough too when you are at that between time of preparing yourself for retirement and the economy being tough. 

FC and anywhere you can earn or save a few cents can really come in handy.  I personally just do the daily clicks to earn my money, along with a few videos.  I never seem to have much luck with the surveys.  I get part way through them, only to have wasted my time and then being told that I don't qualify.  There are other paid sites though and perhaps if you get various sites going you can earn a bit more. 

I make about half of what I earned on unemployment and had a lot of lifestyle changes to make in order to get by but I'm managing and I think you will too.  Don't let yourself get depressed.  We actually were counseled on the depression that can ensue after a major layoff.  I threw myself into projects around the house and doing some of the things that had been put on the back burner for so many years.  I lucked out in that my job was outsourced to another country so I qualified for TAA benefits and have gone back to school.  Maybe you can get some additional certification through the unemployment office that will help you get your next job.  Keep busy, keep your chin up and stop by often and talk with us.  It helps to have people to toss ideas and thoughts around with.   :D

Be good to yourself.

Kim
Title: Moving and such
Post by: golotomer on October 03, 2011, 02:10:05 am
Julie,

I don't know if my hand is suffering from carpal or arthritis.  It was actually pretty good yesterday.  I managed to drive to Erie and help the kids unload the Uhaul.  They have moved so much they have it down to a science and learned that the best practice is to pack smaller, lighter boxes and it went pretty quickly with four of us. 

We finished up early enough that my son and I went to the local mall and walked around.  He is happy being back in a city again and having so many activities at his finger tips.  Being raised in the city he was used to entertaining himself with museums, zoos and other attractions and was finding small town living to be a bit stuffy.  Erie is an easy city to drive in and that's a real perk. 

Their little apartment is so cute!  The guy that owns it owns a funeral home and is good about repairs and keeping the place looking nice.  It is a charming old house with the most beautiful beveled glass windows, a built in pantry and even a canning cupboard in the basement.  It had all been painted white last week and they are painting the outside this week.  I took some pics of the windows and pantry and will post to FB this morning. 

His GF will be working at the emergency room and she can catch the bus from their street and will pay 35 a month to commute.  That alone will save them about 400 a month as she had a really long drive to her last job and it was eating them up in gas money.  He will stand a better chance at a job close by and their are several schools and colleges close by.  He is real close to Gannon College but I'm not sure if they offer anything for massage therapy training. 

I'm excited about visiting them often to see some of the attractions in the area too.  They will get more snow in the outlaying areas from the lake effect but right in the city isn't usually too bad.  Now we have two of our kids living along Lake Erie.  One in Erie and one in Cleveland.  Another one along the Allegheny river and one in West Virginia where there are a lot of white water activities.  Lots of places to kayak! 

Gotta run.  Want to post those pictures to FB and get ready for school. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on October 03, 2011, 09:36:36 am
Hi blogger!  I just turned 55 last week and I am currently laid-off.  I have been an educator most of my life and truly have enjoyed it.  I was shocked about the lay-offs.  I wish I would have been more frugal in the past, yet, there is nothing like the present.  Medical Assisting is one of those highly employable skills, so the best to you!  I just joined Fusion Cash in the hopes of adding to my monthly income.  Do you have any suggestions on how I can make this profitable and fun?
Thanks! Peace56
Hi and welcome!  Congrats for joining FC and using your first post in here!!  I'm an educator, also, and lost my job at the end of May (this past school year.)  I really understand the shock of it.  I even signed up as a sub, but all of us on the "outside" were told that they are only using parapros and aides as subs first before calling outside subs.  This is their way of cutting back in their budget.  Ouch!  That's hurts a lot of people here who were subbing on a regular basis.  I sure hope something works out for you.  I'm still looking at different sites, similar to this one, that can help earn some extra money.  This one is, by far, is the best, at least for me!  I hope you'll keep us posted on how you are doing.  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on October 03, 2011, 10:00:42 am
Kim,

What a beautiful morning here!  It's in the 40s, sunny, breezy, and gorgeous blue sky!  We have our windows open - it's so nice listening to the birds all around us just chirping away.  My daughter surprised me before she left for work with a pot of coffee ready for me when I got up.  That was really nice.  I've managed to catch up on several "little" chores this morning and need to spruce up some more when they all go back to work.  They usually nap between bus runs since they have to get up so early.  So I didn't want to wake them with the cleaning.  Our pastor's mom and dad are coming this afternoon for an early supper and visit.  She's feeling pretty good at the moment and wanted to get out some.  I feel good that they chose coming here!

That's neat about the apartment for your son and his GF.  It sounds great!  I'm glad he'll be happier there where he's got more "city" close by.  Being raised in the city myself, I can truly understand being in the country and having to travel a couple of hours to go somewhere fun and have more to choose from.  I really hope things work out good for them as they settle in.

The four of your kids you spoke of, are these a combination of yours and Bob's or all yours?  I'm not sure how many children you have.  You're right - you've got lots of attractions to visit, kayaking and outdoors activities to look forward to.  I would love that, myself!  We have friends in Michigan - one year we were able to go during the winter.  I had the best time snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, and even got to visit a museum.  I am so ready to go back now, lol!

I hope your hand keeps doing better.  That would be rough to have carpal, much less arthritis.  My daughter's wrists and hands are badly arthritic - her fingers are looking bad.  They take x-rays regular and are hoping the Enbrel will slow it down.  I want her to be able to do more things than she does.  She's such a trooper, though.  She just keeps on keeping on and pushes through the pain.  And she's only 23.  :(

Hope school went well today.  Hope there's not too much homework.  How are you enjoying the quiet when you get home?  I imagine it's different!  Talk to you later!

Julie   :cat:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on October 04, 2011, 01:48:57 am
Julie,

We are still having rain and it's rather chilly but this weekend is supposed to be beautiful.  I'm going to try to meet up with a GF on Friday to go to a craft show in my home town.  Saturday I want to get the house more organized and Sunday I think his daughter is racing so I'll probably grab my books and head to the track. 

That's sweet about the pastor's mom wanting to come visit you.  And also that your daughter had your coffee waiting for you.  I always appreciate it when people do little things for me too.  That's terrible that your daughter is suffering the problems she is at such a young age!  I can't think of the name of the type of arthritis she might have but I know it can be debilitating. 

I raised four children.  I had two of my own, married and raised his daughter from age 5 and then we had our son.  Bob had one daughter to his first marriage, remarried and she had two (a boy and girl) that he raised and they had a daughter.  Between us we have 5 biological and 3 step.  I don't see my step, although she is going to visit my youngest daughter this weekend, he rarely sees his youngest either but the other kids are fairly close. 

We were just talking last night about ice skating this coming winter.  When we were kids growing up we always skated at an outdoor rink in our hometown.  I haven't been skating since I was in my late 30's, nor has he, but there is an indoor rink fairly close by and we are going to try to get out on the ice soon.  I told him I would bring my ice skating cane with me.  We sure don't want to fall and break a hip at our age.  We both used to be pretty good skaters back in the day but that ice gets harder as you get older. 

I kind of miss the city myself.  The thing I think I miss the most is going to plays.  There was a group from Indy that was very good, Broadway material, and I'd go to a dinner theatre with a friend.  We also had Broadway touring shows and I had attended many of those.  I could still by going to Pittsburgh or Youngstown but that entails quite a drive where before they were right at my fingertips. 

The SD hasn't gotten all of her things out yet.  Each room is full still of something and some rooms are still totally packed.  The breezeway, garage and carport are impassable.  I don't know what her plan is yet but have determined that as time allows I'm moving those things that are blocking the flow of chi around here and making my own space among the debris again.   :BangHead: :bs: :dontknow: ??? I need :peace: and to get things in this house back to normal again. 

Her cat is still here and no provisions for food were made.  I have several cans of food I've been feeding her but no idea when she plans on picking her up.  I can't keep the cat as he is allergic so she can't come in the house and I don't have the heart to keep a cat outside during our brutal winters.  I can't afford vet bills either and any outdoor animal needs to be wormed and have preventative shots that I don't want to budget for another animal.  As soon as my son gets settled he is taking one of the dogs too.  I am trying to simplify my life and another animal doesn't fit my plans. 

I have some homework to finish up this morning and a quiz to study for too so off I go. 

Kim  :dog:

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on October 04, 2011, 05:12:47 pm
Hi Kim,

You've got some fun things planned for the weekend.  I guess the house organizing could go for fun or not, lol.  Hope you find some neat things at the craft show.  My daughter and I are decorating the outside this week for fall - she and her dad went to get a bale of hay tonight.  Between the two of us, we have some cute things - scarecrows, pumpkins, etc.  That's neat about going to see his daughter's racing.

My daughter has rheumatoid arthritis (as a child, though, it was JRA - Juvenile Rheum. Arth..)  Hers moves around, like her wrists, neck, back, jaw, feet, legs.  It's always in her hands, though.  Also, she was diagnosed recently in her elbows with osteo-arthritis (sorry if spelled wrong.)  She is currently working on her application for SSDI.

Thanks for clarifying about your children.  I just wasn't sure how it went!  Put altogether, that is a nice-sized extended family!!

I'm not too good at it, but I do love ice skating.  There is an indoor rink where we lived in Jacksonville that is set up for ice skating.  I hug the side the best I can, lol, and work on venturing out a little on my own.  I just love the atmosphere and feeling of it.  Yes, that ice does get harder the older we get!!

SD should make arrangements for her cat, but I guess it doesn't always work that way.  A few years ago, at Christmas, I gave kittens (tortoise-shell) to my younger son and my DIL (when she was living with us.)  They had seen these two sister kittens and really liked them.  DIL loved hers for about 6 months and then just decided one day she didn't want her.  When they moved out she didn't take her.  At that time I wasn't sure how the kittens would be if separated, so I kept DIL's.  She in now my little buddy and follows me everywhere in the house.  I think DIL would have mistreated her anyway because of her temper.  Even so, SD should communicate with you about her cat.

Okay, end of novella!!  Good luck with your tests/quizzes this week!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on October 05, 2011, 01:53:20 am
Julie,

That is so sad about your daughter.  She must be a real trooper.  I hope the SSI comes through.  She certainly deserves it.  It's hard to keep going when you are dealing with constant pain.  I guess though that moving is the best thing for her.  If she would give in she'd stiffen up and suffer even more. 

No word from SD.  I moved some stuff from the living room yesterday and piled it in the man cave.  I wanted to get my living room reorganized.  When I'm doing this type of cleaning it actually feels good and not a burden.  I like to clean and see things come together again. 

The weather started clearing a bit yesterday.  We actually saw some sun for the first time in about two weeks. 

I haven't started my fall decorating yet.  Thought about it yesterday but never did get to it.  Maybe today.  I don't put out much, just a couple of wreaths and some baby pumpkin faces I made years ago at ceramic classes.  I have four and each are making different faces.  One is sucking on a pacifier as it sleeps.  I'll leave them up through Thanksgiving as they aren't totally related to Halloween.  We live so far in the country that we don't get any trick or treaters so I don't feel as though I have to put much of the scarey business stuff out. 

I think Bob is taking the day off to finish the painting on the tall part of the overhang on the front of the house.  At least from the road it will appear the house is finished.   :thumbsup:

Other than an hour or two at night I won't get much done now until Saturday afternoon.  Of course it all depends on how much homework I have too. 

Make your day a great one.  TTYL,

Kim  :dog:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on October 05, 2011, 02:44:11 pm
Hi Kim,

Our weather is still nice today.  However, between now and this weekend, we have the nor'easter coming through which will change things.  I thought I saw that up north would have it, too.  Have you heard anything for your way?

I watched a friend's 1 year old for a few hours this afternoon.  Her hubby is out of town and she's a bus driver.  So I told my daughter to let her know I would watch him.  She's so sweet and has 3 children (2 are in middle school.)  Her 1 year old has had a couple of brain surgeries, with more to come (something the drs. have to drain) and so they are particular where he stays.  It's calm here, of course, so I'm helping tomorrow, too.  He's a little man and so sweet.  He took a long nap after playing in the box of toys I have for my grands. 

When we lived in the city, we always took our kids trick-or-treating. We would mainly do our neighborhood and then always took them around the grandparents afterwards.  Wow, what a change up here in the country.  The kids up here don't trick-or-treat much at all, if any.  Mainly the parents all meet on Main Street and then they all go on hay rides through special lanes and roads.  The first year we moved up here, we had bought several bags of candy. Ha Ha!  No one showed and we didn't know what to think.  We asked the neighbors and they told us.  Hay rides are fun, but trick-or-treating is fun, too!  I guess they don't miss what they have never done, right?

I'm not going to church tonight.  I got my flu shot Friday, and then Monday I started feeling yucky.  Today, I just don't have the strength to do what needs to be done tonight, plus I'm hoarse after a lot of coughing.  I've learned my lesson about pushing when I can't push anymore.  I feel bad about not going, but have to listen to what my system is telling me.

Your little pumpkins sound adorable!  I bet they are cute as buttons.  That's neat that you made them - just makes them more special!

Have a great night and a super Thursday!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on October 06, 2011, 01:28:31 am
Julie,

We had beautiful weather yesterday.  We got around to some additional painting and repairing outside and I tore down the tomato plants.  There were only a few tomatoes left on the vines and I put those on the patio to ripen but cleaned everything else up. 

Watching the child for your friends was a very kind gesture.  It seems you enjoy kids a lot! 

Sorry you aren't feeling well again.  Yes you do need to listen to your body though and take the time to rest when it tells you to.   

I came home with a headache yesterday.  I took some meds, drank a couple of glasses of water and a cup of coffee and laid down for about 20 minutes before we started outside.  I really think it was dehydration because I will get a horrible headache if I don't drink enough water.  The water system needed backflushing and it wasn't tasting real good so I had been avoiding drinking water. 

The SD came by last night and got a car load of stuff.  It appears she is going to finish up the moving little by little.  I would guess there is still an entire Uhaul worth of things left so if she finishes car load by car load this is going to take a while. 

I'm hoping to get more of the outside stuff done this weekend.  I'd like to get the covers for the pool on, possibly winterize the motor home and the rest of the painting done around the breezeway and front door.  We still have to clean out an area of the garage to get the deck furniture in too.

Bob got his schedule yesterday for this month and they are sending him to Palm Beach the last week of October.  Now starts the winter tour it seems.  He is getting a racer ready for a big race in Dubai.  Wouldn't it be something if they sent him there as the mechanic? 

Off for some homework this morning and I have laundry in the basement begging for my attention and a load of dishes taunting me when I walk through the kitchen.  Where is that maid when you need her? 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on October 06, 2011, 05:47:03 am
Kim,

Hope your headache is gone today.  If I don't nip mine quick when it first comes, then here comes the migraine.  Usually taking something and drinking coffee or a little coke helps - I guess the caffeine is what helps me at first.

The little fella is so sweet and for a year old (almost 2), he is so good.  We played with cars, horses, blocks, and fish toys.  He loves my daughter's dog to pieces, and is really gentle with her.  He came this morning and will come this afternoon.  The schools are out tomorrow and Monday or she would have needed me then, too.  Tomorrow, however, I have to get my shots, which is probably one reason my system is down some - it needs the perk again.

I'm glad that SD at least came and got a carload of things - I was wondering if she would "forget" about that for awhile longer.  It would be better, though, to get it all at once - courtesy to you and Bob.

You've given yourself plenty to do this weekend, lol.  But it does look nice and feels great to have those things accomplished.  I'm glad I'm able to do a little more each day than before.  The cooler weather helps and taking those shots gets a lot of credit, too (once I get past the puny weekends, right?)

Hey that's neat about Palm Beach!  You won't happen to be off from school then?  That would be a long, but neat trip!  I would even try and figure out a way to meet you as you pass through somewhere nearby!!  Dubai would be something neat, for sure!

Lol, I agree about the maid!  Lately, my family has been going through so much tea, that when they leave in the mornings, there is always one of the two pitchers sitting empty in the sink haunting me.  I don't drink it much because of the sugar intake, but the couple of times I made a pitcher full for them, it's like, "Oh good, we don't have to worry about it anymore."  There will be one in the fridge and yet they're "whining" that they are running out of tea, lol.  :binkybaby:  That's okay - I don't mind spoiling them a little.   8)  I get payback, hee hee - they take turns bringing me a french vanilla coffee (sans the sugar with only the creamer) - so we all win!  :thumbsup:

Our neighbors are thoroughly enjoying their new home.  They have asked us, however, if we can keep an eye out when they are both gone - I can't blame them for still worrying that something will happen while they are gone.

Well, everyone is back home from their routes, so off I go to talk with them.  I'm in shock that I actually got on here this early - it's usually late afternoon or early evening before I usually get on!  Have a nice day and evening!  Yay, it's Friday tomorrow! 

Julie   :wave:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on October 07, 2011, 02:00:19 am
Julie,

It's Friday!!!! I'm only going to be in classes until 11:30 then I'm leaving for craft day.  I'm meeting my son and girlfriend in the morning then back home. 

I got one coat of paint on the front door frame yesterday and powerwashed the windows by the deck.  Hopefully Saturday I can get the second coat of paint on the front and the primer on all of the windows in the back then paint them Sunday. 

SD got a few more things last night.  We almost have the mancave back but the biggest piles are in the breezeway, basement, garage and carport.  I'm going to start cleaning the garage so I'm pulling everything out of there and putting in one of her other piles.  I have to get the garage clean so we can get the deck furniture in for the winter. 

Palm Beach won't be possible for me.  I have school the entire time.  I don't get a break now until around Thanksgiving ..... except maybe one Monday....I think but don't have my calendar in front of me. 

Now that several months have passed do you think the allergy shots are helping you? 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on October 07, 2011, 04:30:56 pm
Hey Kim,

After my shots this morning, I went to my father-in-law's and his wife's for lunch and a nice little visit.  I try to visit family or friends each time for a couple of hours before heading back.  It's hard to believe my father-in-law is 82.  He looks like he could pass for 72! 

Since being on the shots for right at a year, there are pros and cons.  The main thing I've noticed is that the bronchitis doesn't come near as often as it was.  My breathing is better than it was - still shallow and still lower peak flows, but the main reason I've had to use the inhaler or nebulizer lately is for the cough and congestion.  I'm not having near as much fatigue as I was, but have to give credit for some of that to all of the iron, B12, and D, that I'm on, too.  I still cannot handle the heat - very little tolerance to that.  The main con is having to go through those puny weekends after the shots.  But who knows, maybe that will ease up, too. 

My problem right now is being able to afford everything I'm on.  Even with insurance, I'm having a difficult time right now because of not having a job.  The schools still aren't calling for outside subs.  I spoke with someone from SSDI this week and was told that my application has gone through the medical evaluation and was sent to a different medical board to make sure of the decision that was made under the medical evaluation.  He said I should get something in 2 to 3 weeks giving their decision.  There's no telling what that means...

That's great that you are getting your painting done and getting things ready for the winter.  It will be even better if SD keeps working on steadily getting her things out.

I didn't figure Palm Beach would be a go, but it did sound neat just to think about it!

I hope you had a great craft afternoon.  Have a nice visit with your son and his GF; as well as a great weekend.

Julie   :cat:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: averdusco on October 07, 2011, 04:52:01 pm
I recently started blogging too! I am having health issues at the age of 30. Its just nice to let it all out sometimes  :)
Have a good day=-
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: billrune on October 07, 2011, 04:55:20 pm
My wife and I own a small engine repair
shop near Knoxville, Tn. We also own a
Hbb that we developed.

It is new and we can't wait to be like Buddy!

Our hobbies are playing on the computer
as well as making money on the computer.

I'm afraid school would be out of the
question for us, it would take to much time.
We would rather work from home and
have more free time to do other things.

Bill
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: ButterflyWings on October 08, 2011, 08:46:18 am
Julie,Kim and all new people,

Hello all...sorry been so busy lately..miss you girls..and it is nice to see some new people here  :wave:..Thanks you Julie my birthday was nice..Hubby had to work but made the best out of it..Suppose to make up for it today..Sons birthday is Sunday he turns 10..Been trying to get crafty again I feel so spread thin..so many things and no time to do them all..lol..But I miss you girls..I hope all is good caught up with you through your posts here..And Kim welcome to my facebook doll..Do not be shocked I can be a little crazy lol..Love ya guys off to do some things I need to catch up on..xoxoxo Di :heart:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on October 08, 2011, 11:33:42 am
I recently started blogging too! I am having health issues at the age of 30. Its just nice to let it all out sometimes  :)
Have a good day=-
I'm sorry you are also having health issues.  That seems so young.  I hope you will join in and let us know how you are doing and tell us about things you enjoy doing!  Hope you are having a nice weekend!  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on October 08, 2011, 11:36:22 am
My wife and I own a small engine repair
shop near Knoxville, Tn. We also own a
Hbb that we developed.

It is new and we can't wait to be like Buddy!

Our hobbies are playing on the computer
as well as making money on the computer.

I'm afraid school would be out of the
question for us, it would take to much time.
We would rather work from home and
have more free time to do other things.

Bill

Hi and welcome!  It's great to see more people coming in!  That is a neat thing you and your wife are doing with developing your own Hbb, as long as earning cash through sites like these.  I'm not too computer literate - but do have a son that is.  Maybe he could help me with something like this!  Good luck with it and hope to see you both again!  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on October 08, 2011, 11:42:20 am
Julie,Kim and all new people,

Hello all...sorry been so busy lately..miss you girls..and it is nice to see some new people here  :wave:..Thanks you Julie my birthday was nice..Hubby had to work but made the best out of it..Suppose to make up for it today..Sons birthday is Sunday he turns 10..Been trying to get crafty again I feel so spread thin..so many things and no time to do them all..lol..But I miss you girls..I hope all is good caught up with you through your posts here..And Kim welcome to my facebook doll..Do not be shocked I can be a little crazy lol..Love ya guys off to do some things I need to catch up on..xoxoxo Di :heart:
Hey Dianna!

It's great to hear from you in here, again!  We've missed you, except I've been able to see you on FB, too!  I'm glad you had a nice birthday - you well deserve it!  Happy Birthday to your son, tomorrow, too!  How is your FB event going that you are working on?  I sure hope the powers-that-be listen and make changes for the better.  Take care and hope to talk again soon. 

Julie  :)   :cat:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on October 08, 2011, 11:48:36 am
Hi Kim,

Hope your day is going well.  I know you've got a lot going on that you were wanting to accomplish.  Hope your visit went well with your son and his girlfriend.

I'm having my usual reactions to my shots today, with the fatigue, overall aches, and I'm coughing more today.  I'm doing my inhaler every 4 hours and am thinking I may give in and take my cough medicine (with the hydrocodone) and then lay back, read, and snooze for a bit.  The cough is triggering the reflux so may taking the cough medicine will help.

We're in the middle of the nor'easter today.  It's in the 70s, very strong winds, with rain heading up from FL soon.  It feels wonderful out, though!  This is when I love walking on the beach!    :D

Talk to you later! 

Julie   :cat:    :heart:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on October 08, 2011, 12:56:25 pm
Julie,

Sorry you are having problems once again.  Hope they don't last as long this go around as they did the last.  Had a good time with my friend at the craft show.  Met with my son and his fiance for lunch today then brought their cat home to babysit for a week while they are going to the Nascar races in South Carolina with her mom and step-dad this week. 

The cat had never seen dogs before so I got a little clawed up at their first encounter but now she is following my youngest dog all through the house.  She is a little leary yet so hasn't started playing with her yet.  I think they'll be good friends before the end of the evening though. 

I am pretty tired today so am not doing much.  Hopefully tomorrow will be a higher energy day and I can get back to the painting. 

Tata for now. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on October 09, 2011, 02:53:07 am
Good Sunday morning to you,

I'm hoping I'm more productive today than I was yesterday.  I have homework and work around the home that needs to get done today for sure. 

Not two weeks into this semester and I'm feeling like I need a vacation again so I can catch up with myself. 

It's still supposed to be nice here today but I'm thinking the weather will turn colder and rainy later in the week so today is the day to get more of the outdoor chores done. 

Have a great day.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on October 09, 2011, 02:07:39 pm
Happy Sunday to you, too!

The nor'easter is still here.  The winds aren't quite as much, but now the showers are coming in.  It's supposed to rain today and tomorrow.  Temperatures are in the 70s which actually feels pretty good, just damp.

I'm doing a little better puny-wise today - thank goodness.  I guess the cough is just planning on staying on for awhile - it and the congestion are unwelcome companions.  However, I try to keep the other positive changes in mind.  The cough may take awhile or it may be something that will always be there.  I'm glad the bronchitis is staying away!

I taught Jr. Church this morning for the 7 through 9 year olds.  I told about the pumpkin parable and how they can be a "Pumpkin Christian."  I used a pumpkin as part of the object lesson.  They really seemed to enjoy it and worked on the activity sheets and chatted the whole time about it.  That was my energy for the day. 

Lol, I can understand about feeling like it's time for another vacation already.  This time of year seems to speed along, anyway.  Then Jan. thru May seems to drag because of less days off (other than Spring Break.) 

Hope you have a nice and productive day!  Time for you, too!!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: ppv2 on October 09, 2011, 05:11:37 pm
Hi,
Have you ever thought about freelance writing?
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: sammywantsya on October 09, 2011, 06:35:41 pm
blogging it should always be you whether your promoting something to get referrals.. dont fabricate alot of stuff because people can see through BS and it will eventually scare them away... just let it flow gradually when your writing your content... i have been experienced with blogs for a year now and been making money off of it.... its pretty kool to do but there are lot of factors that you need to work on...

1 find a keyword thats specialized with your content...

2 if your using a a blog dont get webs or weebly thats not very effective way to do a blog...

3 get wordpress because there are lots of plugins you can use and you can utilize this to compete with other top ten of the specific keywords your looking for.;.

4 if you want to combine this with list building like gathering emails and such i suggest you use aweber and use the code inside your wordpress blog...

i have more suggestions and ideas to make it profitable... you just need practice on your writing... and it will do well for you !!!!

Good luck man.... 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: beckyguhlke on October 09, 2011, 07:40:01 pm
I am 27, (but usually only admit to 25!) and I have no kids, maybe someday, im undecided. we have a dog, two cats, four snakes, a tarantula, and a bunch of fish. and thats after i cut back on pets for the move! i recently relocated to kansas from missouri (my husband is in the army) and I have been looking into ways to make money from home to help us save up. i must admit theres not a lot of money in these cash sites, but if youre dedicated and patient, you can earn, and every little bit helps. plus there are often deals you just dont find anywhere else!
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on October 10, 2011, 01:50:10 am
I am 27, (but usually only admit to 25!) and I have no kids, maybe someday, im undecided. we have a dog, two cats, four snakes, a tarantula, and a bunch of fish. and thats after i cut back on pets for the move! i recently relocated to kansas from missouri (my husband is in the army) and I have been looking into ways to make money from home to help us save up. i must admit theres not a lot of money in these cash sites, but if youre dedicated and patient, you can earn, and every little bit helps. plus there are often deals you just dont find anywhere else!

My goodness you have a small zoo!  I don't think I could deal with the trantula.  Spiders scare me too badly. 

I wish you luck with your online earnings.  This is the only thing I do right now as I just don't have time to hit all of the earning spots. 

I hope you enjoy your new home. 

Kim

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on October 10, 2011, 01:51:56 am
Hi,
Have you ever thought about freelance writing?

I don't know that I have much to say other than to talk about my daily activities.   ::)  I've thought about many things but have never put them into action. 

Have you ever done freelance?  Any tips?
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on October 10, 2011, 01:56:34 am
Good morning everyone!

It's back to school day for me.  The weather is still nice here and it looks like it will be until about Wednesday when we're expecting rain. 

Not much newsy stuff to tell.  I am struggling with an English class so I have to get on one of my module's this morning.  I always thought I was fairly good at English but there seems to have been some changes since I was in school a hundred years ago.  I don't remember studying predicate nominatives or predicate adjectives with subject complements and linking verbs.   ???  ???  ??? 

Hope your day is great. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: ButterflyWings on October 10, 2011, 05:39:40 am
Julie,Kim and all new people,

Hello all...sorry been so busy lately..miss you girls..and it is nice to see some new people here  :wave:..Thanks you Julie my birthday was nice..Hubby had to work but made the best out of it..Suppose to make up for it today..Sons birthday is Sunday he turns 10..Been trying to get crafty again I feel so spread thin..so many things and no time to do them all..lol..But I miss you girls..I hope all is good caught up with you through your posts here..And Kim welcome to my facebook doll..Do not be shocked I can be a little crazy lol..Love ya guys off to do some things I need to catch up on..xoxoxo Di :heart:
Hey Dianna!

It's great to hear from you in here, again!  We've missed you, except I've been able to see you on FB, too!  I'm glad you had a nice birthday - you well deserve it!  Happy Birthday to your son, tomorrow, too!  How is your FB event going that you are working on?  I sure hope the powers-that-be listen and make changes for the better.  Take care and hope to talk again soon. 

Julie  :)   :cat:
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Julie,
The event is going well we found out zynga the makers of farmville and other games are under investigation by California state..So not it is a waiting and keep fighting for the people who were wronged..some days I feel so bad for people who spent 100's of dollars and lost their farm over a hack they used with out knowledge..Zynga has been so rude to people it is crazy,calling people liars,telling them they need to call suicide hotline..Blaming facebook for their actions just awful..But I am the type of person who cannot stand by and watch my friends be wronged so on I will fight lol..thanks Julie I am really glad we met here and carried over to facebook..Hope all is well for you my friend..Love Di
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: ButterflyWings on October 10, 2011, 05:44:32 am
Good morning everyone!

It's back to school day for me.  The weather is still nice here and it looks like it will be until about Wednesday when we're expecting rain. 

Not much newsy stuff to tell.  I am struggling with an English class so I have to get on one of my module's this morning.  I always thought I was fairly good at English but there seems to have been some changes since I was in school a hundred years ago.  I don't remember studying predicate nominatives or predicate adjectives with subject complements and linking verbs.   ???  ???  ??? 

Hope your day is great. 

Kim

Good Morning Kim...
I hope all goes well with school hun..I feel the same about Math as you do english lol yet some english does make me go huh lol..Looking at my TABE test to get into college in Jan..Makes me crazy lol..Weather here the same may be nice but rain seems to be coming sooner than later..I am sure you will do very well hun..well I hope your day is as wonderful as you..Love Di
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on October 10, 2011, 10:32:19 am
Hi,
Have you ever thought about freelance writing?

I have thought about it.  I've checked out a couple of sites, but have to be careful they are legitimate.  My aunt, a published author, has recommended a couple of books to check out more about it.  I know I could do college papers for students, if anything.  But since we moved a couple of years ago, I just haven't looked anymore into it.  Thanks for the question - I enjoy a challenge put to me!!  Do you do any freelance writing? 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on October 10, 2011, 10:34:47 am
blogging it should always be you whether your promoting something to get referrals.. dont fabricate alot of stuff because people can see through BS and it will eventually scare them away... just let it flow gradually when your writing your content... i have been experienced with blogs for a year now and been making money off of it.... its pretty kool to do but there are lot of factors that you need to work on...

1 find a keyword thats specialized with your content...

2 if your using a a blog dont get webs or weebly thats not very effective way to do a blog...

3 get wordpress because there are lots of plugins you can use and you can utilize this to compete with other top ten of the specific keywords your looking for.;.

4 if you want to combine this with list building like gathering emails and such i suggest you use aweber and use the code inside your wordpress blog...

i have more suggestions and ideas to make it profitable... you just need practice on your writing... and it will do well for you !!!!

Good luck man.... 

Thanks for your tips!  I do have my own blog page, but haven't gotten comfortable enough with it to personalize it, and have only blogged a couple of times.  Do you have a regular blog?
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on October 10, 2011, 10:47:55 am
I am 27, (but usually only admit to 25!) and I have no kids, maybe someday, im undecided. we have a dog, two cats, four snakes, a tarantula, and a bunch of fish. and thats after i cut back on pets for the move! i recently relocated to kansas from missouri (my husband is in the army) and I have been looking into ways to make money from home to help us save up. i must admit theres not a lot of money in these cash sites, but if youre dedicated and patient, you can earn, and every little bit helps. plus there are often deals you just dont find anywhere else!

Goodness, Kim is right!  You have quite an amazing "at-home zoo!"  I could not handle a tarantula, no way.  And the snakes?  I would be petrified and probably pass out if one got out or was offered to me.  Is it you or your husband who started with having snakes?  We have 3 cats and 1 dog - and they are all spoiled rotten. 

I hope your move was an easy one and that you like where you are now.  We moved a couple of years ago from FL to GA.  That was a big change for me going from city girl to country girl.  But I'm enjoying it.

You are right about being dedicated and patient while trying to earn on sites like these.  By the time you commit to 2 or more, it starts adding up. 

By the way, would you please tell your husband thank you for what he does for all of us.  I am truly appreciative of our military and what they do.  My son is in the Navy, and my hubby and father-in-law are both former marines.  My dad and my grandfather were both in the army, too. 

We hope you will come in and join anytime.  Nice to meet you!

Julie   :cat:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on October 10, 2011, 10:59:40 am
Quote from ButterflyWings:
Julie,
The event is going well we found out zynga the makers of farmville and other games are under investigation by California state..So not it is a waiting and keep fighting for the people who were wronged..some days I feel so bad for people who spent 100's of dollars and lost their farm over a hack they used with out knowledge..Zynga has been so rude to people it is crazy,calling people liars,telling them they need to call suicide hotline..Blaming facebook for their actions just awful..But I am the type of person who cannot stand by and watch my friends be wronged so on I will fight lol..thanks Julie I am really glad we met here and carried over to facebook..Hope all is well for you my friend..Love Di
 
 
 Hi Di,

Wow, that's not a good thing for zynga right now.  It's a shame that there are lots of people who really invest (so-to-speak) in those games and then have things like that happen to them.  It takes so much time and effort into building farms, zoos, cities, etc., in the first place.  I hope the state makes zynga restore and/or repay what these people have lost.  That's a major frustration.  I feel bad for those, too, who play these games because it gives them something to occupy their time, relieve stress, make new friends, etc.

Things are going pretty good.  We are still having the nor'easter with bands of rain coming through today.  Hope your son had a super birthday - that's such a fun age for them on those days!  Have a wonderful week!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on October 10, 2011, 11:15:23 am
Good morning everyone!

It's back to school day for me.  The weather is still nice here and it looks like it will be until about Wednesday when we're expecting rain. 

Not much newsy stuff to tell.  I am struggling with an English class so I have to get on one of my module's this morning.  I always thought I was fairly good at English but there seems to have been some changes since I was in school a hundred years ago.  I don't remember studying predicate nominatives or predicate adjectives with subject complements and linking verbs.   ???  ???  ??? 

Hope your day is great. 

Kim

Hi Kim!

I know what you mean about the English.  The private school I taught Music in last year also used me as a sub during the year and all the year before that.  That's how their English is, even for Kindergarten!  I had to take some time to study the teacher's book just so I could make sure I had a handle on those terms and what they were.  What was even more amazing, is that those Kindergarteners, 1st, and 2nd graders knew those things inside and out!  I was always strong in English, but that threw me for a little loop.  Now I understand.  Who would have ever thought that you could take a complete sentence and break down every single word in it??!!

The nor'easter is still with us.  We have bands of rain coming through similar to a hurricane, gusts included.  There has been pockets of tornadic activity in various places, along with hail.  On the map, it even looks like a small hurricane.  But it's keeping the temperatures down, too.  Yay for that!!

I'm doing pretty good today.  Just cannot shake the congested cough.  I go back to my PCP this Friday.  It's almost like the cough isn't responding to my inhaler as well as it used to.  Maybe a different type inhaler?  I'm on the Combivent, which is what they also use for patients with COPD.  Maybe a spacer would help - I'll talk more with the doctor on Friday.

Good luck with the English.  Hope your other classes are going well for you.  I hope your evening is nice.  Talk with you later!

Julie  :)   :cat:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on October 11, 2011, 02:12:55 am
Good morning ladies. 

Di- Wow hadn't heard that about Zynga.  I guess it's another form of addiction to spend so much money on the online games.  I only bent once and bought extra tokens for Bejeweled but didn't fare any better on my games, it just extended my play time for coins, so never caved in again. 

Julie, yes, so far doing okay on my other classes and have gotten perfect scores on my English.  I told the teacher I was struggling with the one module yesterday and she scolded me.  She said...you are three weeks ahead of everyone else on those modules.  Wait until I get to it in class and I'll show you the tricks!  So...I'll slow down for now and quit stressing over it.   :crybaby2:  I just wanted to work ahead and get the modules completed. 

This teacher is a trip.  She is in her sixties and still can do cartwheels.  If the students are real good and beg her she will cartwheel down the hall at school.  She is admittedly crazy and so funny! 

This is one of my short days.  I get off at 12:30.  Bob is taking the day off and we are watching the little one today.  We plan on covering the pool and getting the motor home winterized.  Did I mention I'm babysitting my son's cat while he is in North Carolina at the Nascar race?  The cat's name is Gizmo and is only about 4 months old.  He has found that he can claw the underneath part of my desk, which is apparently only made of fiber board, and there are shavings all over my computer room floor.  I have to be very careful with the doors as he is fast and will shoot outside quickly.  I'll have to be really cautious today with the little one here!   

I have a test tomorrow so I have to get things done this afternoon and free up study time tonight. 

I had a bout of coughing last night too.  I had to get up around midnight and take cold meds so I could sleep.  What is a spacer? 

Hope your weather calms down.  Yikes tornado activity isn't fun.  I think some of that rain is headed our way tomorrow. 

TTYL
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on October 11, 2011, 05:46:38 am
Kim,

We still have showers coming during the day and then it's supposed to clear up some.  This has been a lingering system.  The dirt roads are slippery again, including erosion. 

HaHa!  That's funny!  You're worried about things in English and yet you are 3 weeks ahead.  She gave you a "nice" scolding, but you know she's very aware of just how dedicated you are to your work and staying on top of it!  If I've learned you, though, once you catch on to the next thing, you'll be off and ahead again!  :)  Good luck on your test tomorrow.

That's pretty neat, her doing cartwheels down the hall at school, lol.  That's got to help lighten the atmosphere of the class.  You don't see much of that with women that age!

I'm glad you have a half day, even though you've got a lot planned.  Have some fun with little one.  Gizmo sounds adorable - typically kitten and like a little kid getting into mischief!  I like the name.

I'm sorry about your coughing bout.  Then when you have to take those cough meds, it makes it a little harder to get up in the mornings.  Before the asthma got so bad, I would have allergy coughs during the fall, winter, and spring.  Then it would go into laryngitis.  Now, I cough all of the time and don't get the full laryngitis, just hoarseness.  The advair has helped with the laryngitis, but the asthma turned everything around.  I know you've mentioned allergies before.  Do you react during certain seasonal changes or weather conditions?  Hope it's better tonight for you.

I've got some sprucing up and changing around a couple of rooms I want to start on today.  There's also laundry to be done.  Fortunately for me, son, daughter, and hubby all do their own - even though I'll do hubby's when he's working a lot or really tired. 

Have a great afternoon and evening.  "See" you later!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: rego on October 11, 2011, 05:58:04 am
love to crochet ponchos scarfs,also make little butterfly purses for the children,hit a lot of craft fairs which are fun also.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on October 12, 2011, 01:52:28 am
love to crochet ponchos scarfs,also make little butterfly purses for the children,hit a lot of craft fairs which are fun also.

Glad you stopped by.  What do you make the butterfly purses out of?  Are they crocheted too? 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on October 12, 2011, 01:57:28 am
Busy days for both of us it seems. 

We babysat yesterday.  I couldn't help outside because I was indoors keeping an eye on her.  He painted quite a bit but still no covering on the pool and the motor home still needs weatherized. 

We are sitting again on Thursday and then Friday his daughter, her boyfriend and their dog are coming to spend the night.  She is racing Saturday.  We are also babysitting Saturday and she is staying the night again and I'll sit on Sunday.  It's no wonder I can't get anything done.  She isn't hard to watch but at the same time I can't focus on anything much because of the constraints. 

Still watching my son's cat.  I'm supposed to meet him on Sunday to give him the cat and hopefully one of the dogs.  I love animals but the upkeep is really starting to get to me. 

It's drizzling here this morning.  I think we're in for rain from now until Sunday or Monday.  Gotta run and get the homework done that I didn't finish last night. 

TTYL.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on October 12, 2011, 12:41:07 pm
love to crochet ponchos scarfs,also make little butterfly purses for the children,hit a lot of craft fairs which are fun also.
That's neat that you do that.  If you have any pictures of things you make or have made, we would love to see them!!  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on October 12, 2011, 12:58:27 pm
Kim,

You are really on here early!  I noticed the time when you mentioned having to finish up some homework.  Hope you got it caught up!

It's really nice you are babysitting.  Is there no one around her new place or people he knows that can help out with that?  Or is it just a short term thing?  I know you and Bob are probably the best influence on little one right now and she probably needs that, but I also know how things are so stretched out right now with everything you have going on.  I know it's not easy.  I wish I could help by watching her for you.  :(

Are you getting the rain system that finally passed on through from here?  It was headed north.  It's beautiful here, today.  Sunny and cloudy, breezy, and just the right coolness.  Can't complain with that!

I've got my Kid's Choir tonight.  Then halfway through, I have to go over to the Business Meeting in the church.  I'm the secretary, so I have to take notes and type them up. 

By the way, Dianna created and opened her craft page on FB.  She told me last night.  I went and looked and "Liked" it.  She's made a great start!  She just wanted me to let you know in case she didn't "see" you first.  Tinkers Magical Junk Trunk is very fitting with her liking Tinkerbell. 

Okay, don't wanna, but gotta go and get a couple of things done before getting ready to leave.  Take some time for Kim tonight if you can!  You've got some busy nights ahead. 

Julie   :cat:   :heart:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jenbou on October 12, 2011, 08:01:10 pm
I am 31 years old, no children but I have a dog who is like a child sometimes.  I also care for my mother who is ill & my youngest sister since she is still a minor.  Everyone thinks I am her mother anyway.  Never any time for myself except at night when I get on the computer, make a little money on FC before I fall asleep.  Nice to know that there are other "real" people on here.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on October 13, 2011, 02:23:32 am
I am 31 years old, no children but I have a dog who is like a child sometimes.  I also care for my mother who is ill & my youngest sister since she is still a minor.  Everyone thinks I am her mother anyway.  Never any time for myself except at night when I get on the computer, make a little money on FC before I fall asleep.  Nice to know that there are other "real" people on here.

Hi Jenbou,

Kudos to you for taking care of your mom and little sister.  As tough as it gets you'll never regret having helped them out.  We certainly are real people and share our thoughts, trials, tribulations and even victories daily.  It's nice knowing you have someone to talk to even if they are a virtual friend.  Stop by and share your thoughts with us.  We figure our daily thoughts and posts on this blog help us emotionally and you get the extra little perk of having done your daily post and hearing the cha ching. 

Kim
Title: Is it Thursday already?
Post by: golotomer on October 13, 2011, 02:37:46 am
Julie,

Goodness, it is Thursday already.  At the beginning of the week looking forward I thought the weekend looked so far away and now that it's Thursday I don't know where this week went. 

Yes it is raining here.  It rained all day yesterday but really just drizzle and soft rain.  Not the torrential downpours you were having.  It's still fairly warm too and not much rain.  The fall leaves are beautiful right now.  We haven't had our first frost yet so most of the leaves are still on the trees. 

I get up at 4:30 most days, so that is why you see such early posts from me.  I fall to sleep early most nights though.  Mornings are the more quiet time for me to study and after reading all day at school my eyes need the break at night.  I did sleep in this morning though.  I have a headache.  I've been dealing with the allergies the last few days too. 

I'm not sure about any of the particulars where the SD lives.  She doesn't communicate much.  I'm sure that this house and we are a positive influence on "the little one" right now.  A sense of stability and feeling secure.  This house felt like home to her and she enjoys going in to her old bed in the mornings when she gets here and sleeping in a bit.  She spends time in there watching tv too. 

How are the kids doing with their Christmas program?  You are a really busy girl too.  Don't you wonder how you managed things when you were working full-time?   

I'll have to check out Dianna's FB page.  I haven't spent much time out there this week at all.  Tinker's Magical Junk Trunk is such an unique and cute name!   That would be cute of a brick and mortar business name too! 

I didn't think I had made Dean's list because I hadn't seen my name posted anywhere and last Friday I had taken half day to go to the craft show.  That afternoon they had an awards ceremony but I would have missed it anyhow as I already had my plans made.  Yesterday one of the girls in my class "remembered" to give me an award ..... I was so surprised to find that I had made Deans list with a 3.67 GPA.  Not as good as the 3.82 from last semester but with everything that has gone on over the last few months and just the fact that it's summer and you're on the run more I guess that's not too bad. 

Gotta run too.  More studying and the LO will be here within the next hour or so, so I need to get dressed a little earlier. 

Hugs to my friend,

Kim 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on October 13, 2011, 11:44:56 am
I am 31 years old, no children but I have a dog who is like a child sometimes.  I also care for my mother who is ill & my youngest sister since she is still a minor.  Everyone thinks I am her mother anyway.  Never any time for myself except at night when I get on the computer, make a little money on FC before I fall asleep.  Nice to know that there are other "real" people on here.

Jenbou,

Yes, it's nice to know there are real people on here, and even better, is when a couple of them actually became great friends, virtual or not.  It helps to share our happy days, as well as the sad days and upsets.  You have a lot going on as a caregiver for both your mother and your sister.  Not everybody can do that.  I'm sure your dog gives you lots of comfort - our pets always seem to know when we need them.  Stop in anytime to say hi, or let us know how you, your mom, and your sister, are doing.  :)

Julie
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on October 13, 2011, 01:02:39 pm
Hello Kim,

I'm proud of you making the Dean's List!  :star: :star: :star:  I totally agree, with everything you have been through, your GPA is very good.  That was a difficult time and I don't believe there are too many out there who would persevere and hang in there like you have.  You go, girl!!   :thumbsup:

This week has flown by pretty quickly.  I go to the doctor tomorrow for my asthma and health appointment.  I'm hoping we can either switch my inhaler out for something that works better or else try a spacer on mine.  The spacer goes on the mouth piece and helps to get the medicine further into your lungs instead of the back of the throat.  My cough is so irritating and something needs to be done. 

The nurse also called me last week because my Vit. D is too low again.  Apparently the "over-the-counter" gel tabs haven't been enough so they are increasing them.  I need 5000 units a day which comes to 50,000 units a month (which the monthly shot was giving me.)  The pharmaceutical companies put the shots on hold for some reason and so now patients are taking the pills.  I was only getting 1000 units a day.

Also, my money situation is not good at the moment.  I've got 4 prescriptions that I just plain can't afford right now and haven't taken them for a couple of weeks.  I told the nurse that and she passed it on to the doctor.  She's going to take some blood and check my iron tomorrow, since my iron pills are one of the ones I can't afford at the moment.  The other three include an allergy med., an asthma med., and a cough med.  Not good when I'm already bothered with the cough.  But I just cannot afford them all at once like that.   :dontknow:   I have some money coming but not until around the 26th.  Oh well, enough of this.  You've gone through this recently and I knew you would understand where I'm coming from.  Thanks for the shoulder.     :heart:

The kids' Christmas program is going well.  Next week I'll have a sign up sheet for those who want to try out for the 4 solos.  They are so excited about solos, lol.  Then a couple of weeks later, I'll start listening to them.  I put off the Handbell Choir until next week because of the Business Meeting last night. 

You make a good point.  I'm not really that busy at this point but it seems like it.  The reason I'm where I'm at today with my health issues is because of over-doing it with my job years ago.  Full time in the school, including traveling for contests, putting on different age group programs (from Kindergarten through 12th grade.)  Then, in the church (which was over the school) - coordinating the kids' choirs programs, directing youth choir, singing in adult choir, leading music in Jr. Church (hubby was the teacher), and preparing programs, too.  The months of December through April, for several years, were busy for me with presenting the different programs, taking the choruses on singing field trips, then competing later in contests.  I was hardly ever home, burnt out, and finally, I just started giving out, getting so sick, falling asleep when I should have been preparing for another class, then just feeling depressed.  My doctor kept warning me to slow down (she was the pianist in the church and a friend) but I felt like I had to get those things done.  Finally, she told me that I had a family who loved me, as I loved them, and if I wanted to be here that next summer to enjoy them and them enjoy me, then I had better listen to her now.  She ended up making me take a year off from work to give my system time to recoup and get better.  That's when everything hit me hard - the asthma full-blown, depression, anemia, reflux, trembles, over-sleeping, fatigue and exhaustion, and diabetes (which I have kept in control with diet and exercise.)  That's why I'm still on so many meds - my system just never seemed to get back to normal, and I've never gotten my stamina back. 

I'm impressed with Dianna's talent and creativity.  I hope she has a lot of support.  I do like her craft name. 

I would love to see the leaves changing up north one year.  They change here but not so overall as up there.  There are spots or acres here and there, but up north it just seems so totally beautiful during the fall. 

Okay, it's time for me to finish this ending of the book I've written here.  Thanks, again, for listening!  It does help.  Hope your headache is better.  Talk to you later, my great friend!

Julie  :)   :cat:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on October 14, 2011, 02:11:47 am
Julie,

Why is the Vit D so low?  I have another friend who was having a problem maintaining her Vit D levels.  I never did hear the outcome of her problem (we were kayaking buddies from where I used to live and I haven't seen her) but I too take Vit D to help absorb the calcium I take for my osteo penia.  I haven't been to a doctor in over 3 years because of the insurance...none. 

Gosh I feel so bad that you aren't able to afford some of your meds right now.  There are so many people in the same boat with this economy.  If our lawmakers / government would just see where help is needed!!!!  I've been buying my vitamins online through Swanson Health Products.  As far as I can tell they are pretty competitive with their prices.  That won't help you much though with perscriptions.  I do so understand your problem.  I have to buy four new tires for my Blazer next week.  I have very little tread and there is a distint wobble going on with my front drivers side tire.  They won't pass inspection in the spring and I was going to try to hold off until then but...the wobble is very bad and I don't want to go through a winter on snow and ice with it.  With Bob out of town and not knowing too many people here that can help me out in a pinch I will feel safer with new tires.  I actually tried buying used but nobody has the size I need in a full-set.  It's going to cost me around 560 dollars.  It will take me all of this weeks check and I have to wait for the following week before I'll have the money I need.  Bob's front tires are bald too so I want him to focus on getting new before the bad weather sets in. 

Then we have Christmas coming.  I hate that its so commercialized anyhow and I could gladly forgo gift giving but I feel as though my grandchildren expect a little something so I try to stay in the "spirit" somewhat.  I usually make a lot of things too but my hands and time constraints aren't allowing me to crochet or knit as much as I used to do.  Heck I even used to make enough that I sold matching sets but no more of that. 

Yes Diane is very creative and talented.  She has a knack at marketing her things too. 

The leaves are beautiful.  The ground is covered with them now and when you walk you kick up leaves all around you....that is...when they aren't wet and soggy like they are right now.  This rain has been coming down non-stop now for a couple of days.  The leaves will really fall when this dries out and the temps drop a bit. 

Worked on homework for several hours last night and have a bunch of Word and English modules to get through today and tonight.  This is a race weekend and we'll be at the track both Saturday and Sunday.  This is the weekend of the great Pumpkin race.   ;D  Last race of the season though.  This is our track.  http://www.beaverun.com/karting.php

My son is in North Carolina right now at the Nascar races too.  He got to meet with a couple of the drivers and get autographs in a more personal setting.  They got special considerations because they had to move their RV because of the flooding from all the rain so the track tried to pay them kindly for their troubles.   :thumbsup:

Well off to get the homework started.  You hang in there honey.  Hope they give you the spacer as it sounds like it might help.  Worth the try! 

Kat
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on October 14, 2011, 04:54:43 am
Hi Kim,

I first read your note on my Blackberry.  When I got to the end, your "Kat" kind of threw me for a loop!  My middle name is Kathleen aka Kat when I was younger.  My best friend at the time (right next door) and her cousins, who were also my cousins, and I, came up with our "special" names that only we knew about.  A kid's thing back then, but when I saw that this morning, it brought back a lot of fun memories of them.

As far as the Vit. D, one of the biggest reasons she has me on it is that since the asthma "took over" when I got so sick a few years ago, I've not been able to handle the outdoors as much, and so I don't have enough "sunshine" in me.  Just that in turn, can affect many things and so the D is supposed to help, including helping prevent memory issues, regulating the calcium and phosphate to help protect against osteoporosis, and helping my immune system, and I can't remember what else.

I hope you all able to get those tires replaced soon - they are so expensive but so needed, especially with the kind of winter weather you have.  When I was in my 20s, I had bald tires on the car that my dad had let me use to get back and forth to the college.  It had been raining that day.  Another car pulled right out in front of me and when I hit the brakes I went in a complete circle.  I was scared to death and was terrified of being hit from all directions.  No one hit me, thank the Lord.  I was shaking so badly and since I was near my church I pulled in there and went in so I could calm down.  My pastor went out to look at the tires and was appalled that my dad would let me drive a car with tires that bald.  I knew nothing about cars and tires and felt kind of foolish, but he reassured me that I shouldn't feel that way.  He was more upset with my dad at that moment.  My dad was not a very nice man to my mom and I when I was growing up - he didn't worry or didn't seem to care about things like that for us. 

I know what you mean about Christmas.  I don't even want to think about that for this year - I just don't know what we're going to do, but at least our household understands what we are going through. 

I checked out your track link.  That looks like a lot of fun!  That's neat about your son, too.

Well, it's time for me to start getting ready to go.  Hope you get a lot of your modules completed today.  "See" ya later!!

Julie  :)   :cat:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on October 15, 2011, 02:13:08 am
Julie,

I understand why they have you on the Vitamin D.  I was just wondering if they can tell you why it stays low when you are taking the supplements.  You are so right about needing good tires.  That's why I'm focusing on getting them for both cars before winter sets in. 

That's funny about the Kat signature.  It's my initials and I sometimes refer to myself as Kat and had friends that called me that.   :cat:

As to making inexpensive Christmas gifts here is a great website for ideas.  They have all kinds of gifts in a jar that are really cheap and printable tags to dress them up.  One thing I plan on doing is making bath salts.  You just use Epsom salts, a cotton ball with food coloring and another with some sort of essential oil.  Put them in a container, give them a few shakes and let them set for a couple of days.  Put them in a container, tie them with raffia and you have a gift for less than a couple of dollars.  I thought I would make them in lavendar and eucalyptus.  The one is for relaxation and the other for when you have a cold.  I can buy the salts at the dollar store and probably containers. 

Here is the link to the gifts in a jar on that site.  http://christmas.organizedhome.com/topics/gifts-in-a-jar

It's raining and nasty here this morning.  The little one will be here at 6:30 but I'm going to keep her here at the house until it warms up a bit before we go to the track.  They won't run the first race until about 10 so we'll get there in time for that.  Besides I still have laundry and homework.  Tonight there is a banquet so we'll eat there but tomorrow I'm taking a crockpot of meatballs, hoagie buns, onions, cheese, chips and iced tea to feed us all.  No fuss because I even bought frozen meatballs.  Just no time to cook right now! 

Hope your weekend is great. 

Kat  :cat:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on October 15, 2011, 11:04:07 am
Hey Kim,

I love the nickname Kat anyway!  That's neat it's your initials.  For me, back then, it was short for Kathleen, but also meant that I was a cat lover!

I guess I didn't read your question right about the Vit. D levels - sorry about that!  :-[   All I really know is that I was supposed to be taking 5000 units a day and I was only taking 2000 (at first it was 1000) - I guess I'm just on way too many meds.   :confused1:

Yesterday my doctor prescribed a spacer for my inhaler.  I've got to alternate between the nebulizer and the inhaler for a few days.  They gave me samples of a couple of the meds I can't afford just yet, and my hubby and son offered to buy my other 2 today.  The doctor said that I am relapsing some because out of the 4 I haven't taken in a couple of weeks, 3 of them are part of my main meds for the allergy/asthma.  Now I can get back on track.  She also said it shows that even though the shots are helping with some things, what's happened lately shows that I can't come off of the other asthma/allergy meds yet.  The utlimate goal for the shots is to be able to back off those other meds.

Thanks for the link.  That's a great site!  I got hung up in there and then remembered I hadn't finished this!  Those are wonderful ideas and very appealing to the craft side of me. 

I hope the rain straightened up before the race.  Little one should enjoy watching that.  Yummmm..... what you are fixing and taking tomorrow sounds delightful and delicious!  I hope the weather is nice!

Enjoy your weekend!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on October 16, 2011, 02:59:58 am
Julie,

We ended up not going to the track yesterday.  It was really blustery here.  She had been sick through the night on Friday and seemed really tired yesterday.  She went back to bed as soon as her mom brought her in and slept until about 9.  At about 11 she went into the bedroom, crawled into the bed by herself and went right back to sleep.  I kept her occupied most of the day by playing Mario Kart.  She had never played it before so there was a learning curve but we had to drag her away from it at about 7 last night so the grownups could watch regular tv.  More of the same I expect today. 

Daughter did real well at the racing yesterday.  She set the fastest lap a couple of times and had good finishes.  She hadn't raced all summer, except for one other day, and was really sore last night from fighting the wheel. 

We went ahead and ate on the meatballs last night because they didn't stay for the banquent.  I think I'll go to the track today for a few hours but I have to be back at the house at 4 for her mother to pick her up then I have to meet my son on his way back through from North Carolina to give him his cat. 

This weekend flew by like crazy.  Bob will be leaving for Florida in ten days and I'd like to see things slow down around this house for the coming week!  Kids, dogs, cats...flurry of activity all the time. 

I'm glad you liked the website.  I've been a fan for years.  Another one I like is http://www.budget101.com/

Well darling I'm off to play a game before the  rest of the house wakes up and wants coffee/breakfast. 

Oh meant to ask you if you have ever heard of Rainbow sweepers?  They are great to have around the house if you have allergies.  They are not only the best sweeper but they also clean the air if you just let them sit and run.  They are a water vac so they wet all of the airborne dust, and what you've collected from sweeping, down and you empty it out into the toilet (or out of doors).  The water usually looks like mud by the time you've finished.  I want one so bad but they are extremely expensive.  I used to own one but it got ruined by someone that borrowed it!  I'm looking at buying a refurbished though for about 400....(yeah right as soon as I have 4oo to spare).  But anyhow...they are great for people with allergies and they really suck.   ;D
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on October 16, 2011, 05:55:00 pm
I'm sorry she's not feeling well.  For a child to go back to bed on their own shows how bad they feel.  I hope she's more up to par today.  Did you get to go to the track today (Sunday?)  That's great about your daughter!  As well as she did with that one other day of practice, tells me she's good at this!  How often are these races for her?

I love playing Mario Kart - especially the older one from Nintendo 64.  Hubby and I and the kids had so much fun with racing each other.  I like today's okay, but that other one is my favorite. 

Thanks for the other site, too.  My daughter likes that one, too.  She has always enjoyed helping me decorate through the years, and now I let her take the rein on decorating for fall and Halloween - it's one of her favorites to do.

I haven't heard of the Rainbow Sweepers.  It sounds like something I could use.  Lol, I chuckled at your remark about as soon as you have 400 to spare.  That's me, too. 

We heard from Randal today, through an email.  He's going to be flying back to the U.S. from the ship within the next few days (that's all he can say because of security reasons.)  He'll be flown to an undetermined base to be "debriefed" like they always do when coming back from deployment.  After that they will fly him home.  So we may not hear from him until after he's back and settled.  I'm just thankful he is still staying in touch with us.

Yes, you do have a flurry of activity around your house!  Maybe things will slow down now - it would be nice for you and Bob to be able to spend some quality time together before he leaves for FL.  Roddy is off tomorrow and Tuesday for "fall break" - we don't get too many days when we are both here and daughter and son are both still working. 

We watched Zookeeper (movie) last night.  It was hilarious!  Kevin James is good for the part, and the animals are funny.

Okay, now...I want you to have a great Monday at home and at school!!  Find a few minutes to pamper you!! 

{{Hugs}}

Julie   :cat: 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on October 17, 2011, 01:57:40 am
Good morning,

The races for the daughter have declined this past two years.  She was going to school to be an LPN and then after graduation she went to work and also back to school to further her education as an RN so her time is limited.  This was the last race of the year and a fun race called the Pumpkin Race where they go one direction on the track then they race in the opposite direction.  She came in second in one of the heats and everyone was real impressed at how well she did with only having raced twice this year.  Bob also did a relay race as a partner to one of the younger girls because it's usually a father/daughter race and her daddy wasn't up to racing yesterday.  They came in second too.  She promised Bob a quarter of her Halloween candy for his efforts.   :thumbsup:

We didn't stay at the track more than a couple of hours.  It was windy, wet and cold and the little begged to come home to play Mario Kart again.  Grandpa will be putting her in her own kart next race season.  They start them really young in karting.  He let her steer the maintenance cart the other day just to give her the feel of the steering wheel.  With that being said I can tell that I better pack my bags for next summer and get used to being a gypsy as my second home will be at the track.  We do have the motor home and I'm thinking we might just set up permanent residence at the track for the weekends. 

I'm so glad your son is on his way home and you'll soon be able to see him.  I'm sure he will need to spend time with his own family first before he can get with you and hear all of what has transpired and make efforts toward repairing the situation.  Hopefully by the time the holidays roll around you will be seeing your grandchildren again.  It will be hard being around the DIL but sometimes a bitter pill is what we take for a cure. 

We went to meet my son last night to return his cat and were eating dinner when the daughter called to tell us that Dan Wheldon had been killed in the race at Las Vegas.  Such a tragedy.  Racing is never safe but they need to make changes to the tracks on which they are racing for more safety. 

I'll have to check out Zookeeper.  I don't know how old of a movie it is.  We go to maybe two or three newer movies a year then we have Netflix.  We went to maybe five last year and two of those were kids movies so we could take the little one.  We saw Rio and Tangled.  Loved Tangle.   

Yes I'm hoping for some quality time this week before Bob leaves for Fl.   Hopefully you and Roddy can have some quality time these next couple of days too. 

I have a Medical abbreviations test this afternoon so I need a bit more study.  We will start to learn to draw blood today too.  First on an artificial arm then the real thing.  I don't know how I'm going to like this but I'll have to suck it up, no pun intended, in order to get through the class but I may never do it in the workaday world.  It just doesn't seem like something I'll enjoy doing full-time. 

Later gator. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on October 17, 2011, 08:06:00 pm
Good evening,

That's great about your daughter.  It's also neat that she is studying to be an RN - they are much needed.  That's also very sweet of Bob to help the girl whose daddy couldn't come.  As far as the candy winnings - sounds good to me, too! 

Sounds like someone is hooked on Mario Kart, lol!  Yep, I can see you in the near future as a "permanent motor home gypsy" on the weekends!  I guess she's hooked on the real thing, too, which really sounds like something unique and different to learn to do.

Yes, I agree about not getting to see Randal or the girls for awhile.  However, I doubt DIL will be coming to any of his family's get-togethers, at least until things calm down and get straightened out. 

That's tragic and sad about Dan Wheldon.  I heard on the news (while I am writing this) that there was concern about there being too many cars this year.  Did I hear that right?  I'm not very familiar with him but I feel for his family. 

My sister-in-law's dad died last week and they had a memorial service today.  Our niece and nephew (his grands) had a hard time today. 

Then this afternoon, a friend of mine, who has cancer, developed pneumonia in her lung and was admitted to the hospital.  She has lost so much weight in the last couple of years, while battling cancer.  Right before her cancer was diagnosed, her dad had died, and while at the funeral, she had a heart attack.  She and her husband are also parents/grandparents to their granddaughter since both of her parents died (one from drugs and the other from a car accident.)

I spent all afternoon an hour away, with a good friend at the hospital where her mom is dying.  The doctors and nurses say it could be tonight or tomorrow.  She has cancer, emphesyma, and pneumonia.  There are several of my friend's family members who don't get along with others and she's tired of the bickering.  While I sat and talked with her, those family members kind of split off into their own little groups around the waiting room.  They didn't know me - she said they were on their "best behavior."  Once her hubby, and both teen daughters came in with her supper and clothes, etc., I felt like it was time to slip out.

Tomorrow through Friday, I'm watching the little fella again.  He's a sweet little boy.  He turned 2 this past weekend.  I refused to let his mom pay me the last time, because I know how hard off they are, too.  But this time she said she was paying me and I had better accept it, lol.  She's a bus driver friend of my daughter's and my hubby's.  They both told me that I should accept this time so as not to hurt her pride. 

Zookeeper recently came out on dvd.  Roddy asked me if Rio is good, but I have no idea.  Did you like it?  Daughter and I would like to see Tangled.  Before we moved up here, I used to go to more movies than I do up here.  I had a movie buddy down there and I miss her not being up here.  However, I don't mind going alone, at all.  Sometimes Roddy will go but he's more picky about what he likes than I am.  Veronica wants to go with me, but she gets that carsick feeling sometimes when in the theater, so she doesn't go too often.

I hope you did well on your Medical abbreviations.  I'm with you - I don't think I would do too well if I had to learn to draw blood from others.  But you've come this far, lol, and so you will go in boldness and pass with flying colors!!  Just think of me on the sidelines cheering you on!!   

While crocodile,

Julie   :cat:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on October 18, 2011, 02:03:20 am
Julie,

My goodness there are so many people suffering and it makes me really sad.  I get to complaining and feeling sorry for myself, then I hear or see what other people are going through and it makes me feel guilty as my problems seem so small in comparison.

I hope I have the stamina to make it through school too.  I also hope I have the same to make it through this relationship.  I have good moments and bad...the last couple of days have been pretty bad.  Not that anything in particular is happening but there are things that are constant reminders, for instance things said or done on television.  I have big trust issues. 

My abbreviation test didn't go well.  I didn't spend near enough time studying over the weekend.  Memorization is something that used to come easy for me but now it's very difficult and I really have to work at it.  I was bogged down babysitting, running around doing for everyone this weekend and I just can't study when I'm constantly interrupted. 

I also had a couple of things happen over the weekend, not big things, that are bothering me regarding the deceased wife.  One was a phone call from one of her old friends, wanting computer assistance from Bob, but telling me in depth what a wonderful person she was and how badly she felt about her dying.  Believe me I understand how tragic it was that she suffered so long and died so young but it's hard living up to a legend.  Then I had a return phone call where the caller id was picked up and the phone is still in her name and this person asked for her by name when it was me that placed the call.  Some of the bills still come in her name, the phone being one, and it would be a simple change online to make the change but has never been done.  I'm still dealing with having some of her personal things around the house too and am not able to place my own wall decorations in certain areas because her collectibles are still in place.  I don't feel as though I fit in except as a poor substitute.  It's hard being the next in line when someone passes away.  Not like when there has been a divorce because there are usually feelings of animosity and the new person in your life is able to give you some comfort.  Then to have to deal with the "big problem" too adds to the emotional turmoil.  She also dealt with the same and I don't know how she did it with the compounded problem of being sick and knowing she was dying.  I get so angry that life is do darn unfair!!!!  Faith and trust get really difficult to muster at times. 

Rio was a colorful movie with good music and enjoyable but not as good as Tangled.  You really have to see Tangled. 

I know that it's going to be akward with the DIL for a long time to come but the important thing is for you to see those little girls and that they understand that your not seeing them was not your intentions.  It's hard to have to lay the blame on their mother but truth is truth.  I just pray that you get this resolved by the holidays so you have some peace of mind. 

Off to study.  I have another memorization type of test on Wednesday.  The sad thing is that most of what I'm memorizing won't be things we need in the work a day world.  It should be sufficient enough to be familiar with the terminology and then you learn what is needed on a daily basis anyhow. 

TTYL,

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: kayfran48 on October 18, 2011, 02:13:13 am
I am new to this, and trying to get the hang of things here, This seems to be  a good way for me to make some extra cash,boy I sure need it. I am so glad I sign up fusion cash.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: magicbus on October 18, 2011, 06:29:37 am
Hi, I am 63, forced into early retirement, after exhausting my 99 weeks of unemployment benefits, and sending out many,many resumes, with very
very few results, I have alot of years left in me to get out there and work, but there doesn't seem to be any place for me, I sometimes think that
some age discrimination has to be part of my problem, I worked in a hospital for 17 years, as an PSR, applied at various hospitals, with no offers, it's
depressing to know I have the experience, but no one takes a chance, anyway, I try to stay upbeat, and think positive, this economy sucks, but hey,
why sulk in misery right? ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhh, that felt good!!!!
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on October 18, 2011, 08:06:34 am
I am new to this, and trying to get the hang of things here, This seems to be  a good way for me to make some extra cash,boy I sure need it. I am so glad I sign up fusion cash.

Hi there and welcome!  I think it's great you used your first post on here!  It seems like a lot of us need cash in today's economy.  I'm glad I signed up as well!!  Hope to see you again!  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on October 18, 2011, 08:14:40 am
Hi, I am 63, forced into early retirement, after exhausting my 99 weeks of unemployment benefits, and sending out many,many resumes, with very
very few results, I have alot of years left in me to get out there and work, but there doesn't seem to be any place for me, I sometimes think that
some age discrimination has to be part of my problem, I worked in a hospital for 17 years, as an PSR, applied at various hospitals, with no offers, it's
depressing to know I have the experience, but no one takes a chance, anyway, I try to stay upbeat, and think positive, this economy sucks, but hey,
why sulk in misery right? ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhh, that felt good!!!!

Hi and I'm glad you've come in here!  That's got to be very frustrating for you.  Especially since you have experience and the willingness to get out there and still work.  It does seem, in today's time, that the older experienced workers are pushed out more and more.  The companies don't have to pay these new younger workers as much.  Seems a bit obvious and unfair.  Like you said, staying upbeat and thinking positive anyway, is the best way to handle it.  I'm glad you were able to vent!!!  Hope to chat with you again!  :)
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Post by: jcribb16 on October 18, 2011, 08:23:57 am
Hi Dianna!

Just saying Hi! and hope you are doing well.  I just haven't been able to catch up on some of my FB games lately, and frankly - I was getting frustrated with some game issues.  I'll try this week and catch up some.  I have tried to keep updated on your craft page - I do enjoy seeing what else is coming.  I'm still financially tight, too, but hopefully it will change soon.  Take care - "see" you soon!

Julie

P.S.  I'm the one having the migraine today. :(  Including the nausea and sensitivity to everything.  But I was determined to catch up with my friends!  Have a great week!  :)
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Post by: ButterflyWings on October 18, 2011, 08:47:35 am
Good Morning Girls....

Sorry been super busy and then I had issues with my teeth..My teeth need to be fixed so i get pain and sick them..I have the cosmetic ones to cover my teeth til I get them fixed in Feb,but still have issues with pain from them ugh..

Kim congrats on the Deans List!!Way to go girl!!

Thank you both for the sweet comments on my crafts..I know they are not perfect but they are me lol..It really brightened my day to read what you both thought..It means a lot to me..

I miss the leaves changing colors so much here in Florida they do not change very much at all so I miss it..Maybe I will move back to Michigan and see them change again..Well gonna take my antibiotic and pain pill for my teeth and fall alseep I am no good on pain meds lol.. Love ya girls xoxoxoxo :heart:
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Post by: jcribb16 on October 18, 2011, 09:04:13 am
Hi Kim,

I'm that way, too, about the others' sufferings being worse than mine.  My friend's mom is still hanging in there this morning but it's not looking good. 

I'm trying to get all of my paid things and my notes to friends done before the little fella comes this afternoon.  I'm also nursing a migraine that's got me nauseated and sensitive to noise and light.  I've taken some meds to help with it; not too much easing up as yet.  I don't want this when trying to watch a little one - we have to be on the top of things with them. Right? :)

I'm sorry about your abbreviations test.  I've noticed the same with me regarding memorization.  It's frustrating that I can't do as well as I did even just years ago.  Hang in there.  I honestly believe, too, that you would memorize better than you think if you didn't have as many distractions as you have had lately.  Don't knock yourself down too bad, okay? 

Everytime you seem to get a couple of steps ahead with your situation at home, it seems like things start happening to make you take double steps back.  When I read your note today about the things this weekend and especially with the first wife's things and collectable still around, it reminded me of "Rebecca" by Daphne DeMaurier.  Have you read it?  It seemed as if she felt she could not match up to his first wife, who had died, and she struggled with some similar feelings.  One big problem for her was the housekeeper helped to rub the first wife in - so I'm glad you don't have that. 

That was rather odd about the phone calls.  You would think things would have been changed from her name by now, including removing or putting up her things - do you think it's an underlying denial on his part?  You have been unwavering in your commitment and loyalty to him - through so many types of issues - I hope he really understands the treasure he has and will realize he should make some changes.  Young lady, you are NOT a poor substitute at all!!!  Maybe he's struggling inside with knowing he has to take that step but is having a difficult time letting go.  I hate that you are still having to struggle with these things.

I hope your test goes better tomorrow.  I remember those type of tests when I was taking the medical transcription course.  Let me know how you do!

Hope your get some quality study time tonight, as well as relaxation, too.  Please forgive me for any spelling errors - I usually double check but eyes and head aren't wanting to do that.

Hang in there, my friend,

Julie  :)   :heart:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on October 19, 2011, 02:01:26 am
Dianna...sorry about the pain in your teeth.  Been there and it's no picnic.  I hope you can get them fixed and be pain free soon.  I'll bet you do miss seeing the leaves change.  I do like the seasons but the snow is only pretty when you don't have to go out in it. 

Julie, I had never heard of that book.  It sounds like a must read though.  I'll have to check into it. 

You asked about the tracks being so dangerous and I never did answer.  I'm not an authority and actually had to ask Bob and his explanation was a bit detailed about horsepower of the cars and certain safety features but basically the oval tracks, and that one in particular in Vegas, allows the drivers to drive full out, one speed and never have to break.  That track is a curve on the edges too so they get to running 3 abreast and at very high speeds and they all pile up in a bunch so if one car has a problem they all start running into each other.  On a twisty turning track they have to break and shift which keeps them from reaching the higher speeds except on a straight away and they don't tend to bunch up as badly. 

He mentioned other things about thrust and modifications they could make to the cars but I think the basic thing is racing on an oval track. 

I'm not sure why he hasn't changed the phone or electric bills out of her name or if he realizes how some of this stuff bothers me.  I have mentioned it before and he did take down a bunch of pictures.  I even tried to make a point once by putting pictures of my X on my bulletin board in my room so he would see how it felt. 

I studied a bit last night but know there are points of this test that I'm just going to miss.  I was talking to some other students yesterday and hear that they are struggling with the same tests.  This teacher has a weird way of wording things so that you aren't quite sure what she is asking and she makes us memorize too much in too short of a time period.  It doesn't make my grades any better but it sure helps my emotional state to hear I'm not the only one struggling in this class.  For instance we have to know what the different colored tops mean to all of the blood collection vials, what tests are being conducted for each, ie. blood glucose, what they are filled with (for instance heparin) and what test is being conducted and whether they are collecting whole blood, serum or plasma for each of the tests.  There are 14 of them and we were told Monday we had to know by today for the test.  I could maybe ace the test if I had a full week to study and memorize them but two days is unrealistic. 

Hey do you still want me to mail those books out to you?  Do you have more time to read now than you did earlier?  Just say the word and they are on their way. 

Later,

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on October 19, 2011, 09:50:04 pm
Kim,

I'm having to start over again.  I hate when I accidentally hit either the backspace key or the delete key and lose everything I just typed.   Grrrrrr.......
Thanks for asking Bob and then explaining to me some about the tracks, the oval shape, and how it all ties in with the drivers, the speed, and how they are packed together.  Sounds awfully risky to me, but I've not got the type of "drive" that's needed for racing.

I kind of chuckled when you said you put up pictures of your X on your bulletin board.  I think sometimes they need to know "what's good for the goose is good for the gander!"  Most men would be bothered by that. 

Today was busy, as usual, except I also am babysitting the 2 yr. old little fella this week.  He's a great little fella, but you, yourself, know how we have to be on constant alert, interacting with them, and so we're not able to get things done like we're used to.  You've gone through that a lot lately.  But they are worth it!  I don't remember if I already mentioned this, but he's had brain surgery before, followed up with 10 more where they have to go in and drain something periodically.  So she doesn't leave him with just anyone when dad's out of town.  I worked with the Handbell Choir tonight, letting them get used to their color-coded song sheets while trying to play their bells.  They did pretty good.  They are really excited and even though it's not easy, they love it and can't wait until next week.  So, I'm really late getting on my laptop tonight.  Everyone else is asleep - it's so quiet I can hear the birds outside.  Especially the killdeer, because of the way they sound like they are whining or getting left behind!

I'm glad you aren't the only one struggling with this type of test.  I hope it gets better for all of you.  I've always been taught, as a teacher, that if over half of your class fails a test, then maybe it's not the students.  So we are to see if we can figure out what they are struggling with, try to determine if it was my way or method of teaching that subject that was not the right way (perhaps we need to do the review as an "object" type lesson, or visual, etc.), or maybe the time factor for studying wasn't enough given, or different other ideas.  But many teachers/professors don't do it and expect a lot from their students.  One of my son's high school science teachers prided himself on the fact that every class, every year, would flunk his first test. I wouldn't want to be known by that - something just wasn't right.

I'm still okay for the moment with the books.  I haven't been able to even read too much lately with extra things going on.  It should calm down some soon - I will definitely let you know.  The same to you, too!

My friend's mom died this afternoon.  They had let Hospice come in yesterday, so hopefully, she wasn't in as much pain as she was dealing with.  I really feel for my friend.  One of her grandfathers died about 3 months ago.  Her dad died a few months before that.  Now her other grandfather (her mom's dad) is in very poor health and has been in and out of the hospital lately himself. She's got such a tender heart and is struggling with these losses.

Let me know how you did on yesterday's test.  I hope you surprised yourself and did better than you thought!  Looking forward to hearing from you!!

Julie   :cat:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on October 19, 2011, 09:54:51 pm
Dianna,

I'm really sorry to hear about your teeth pain.  I don't like how it makes me feel when I've got problems, so I understand and feel for you.  February seems a little too far away for having to wait.  But we do what we can and what we need to do.  I hope it eases up for you!  Find some time on the side to pamper yourself a little!

Take care and hopefully we'll talk again soon!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on October 20, 2011, 01:50:39 am
Julie,

I'm sorry to hear about your friend's loss.  When they are in so much pain though it's easier to let them go than be selfish wanting to keep them with you. 

Will the little boy you watch make a full recovery from his brain surgery or will there be other surgeries to follow?  I hate to see anyone suffer but it's especially hard when it's a child.  For someone that isn't employed full-time you are one busy woman. 

We were able to talk the teacher into giving us until Friday for the test.  Even at that I don't know that I'll be able to memorize everything as I volunteered to help out with a dinner tonight after school (school related and for the teacher in question) so I'll be out of commission from 3-9??? just getting ready to go, commuting and being at the function.  No time to study.  I studied some last night but had a doctor's appointment at 4 and it was 6 before I got home.  I didn't feel well at all and laid down to take a nap until 8, got up and did one of my Word assignments, still have three of those this morning, and will only have from 1 to 3 this afternoon to study.   

You are so right, if over half of the class is struggling there is something wrong with the test.  Even her star student, who should have been a brain surgeon, was complaining that it was too much for such a short period of time. 

I'm going to try to talk her into waiting until Monday.  She gave us another test the other day that I didn't do well on...abbreviations.  I only got a 71 and felt badly about it but then found out that several of the other students only got a 30 and a 45 on the same test.  There were only two that did reasonably well with B's or C's and I feel that they must have had more study time than the rest of us because I know they aren't any brighter than some of the others that failed the test.  There had to be other factors.  Nobody got an A on the test and for Pete's sakes it's only abbreviations so that should tell you something. 

Off to study.  Make the best of your day and take time to pamper yourself. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: SmartyTru on October 20, 2011, 05:41:46 am
I'm 72 years old, currently unemployed and plan to keep it that way. I'm hardly frugal, I love spending money and having fun, so that's why I spend time making money on the computer each day and pump up my fun money fund.

I'm not planning on going back to school, but who knows when I might change my mind? I like to take my wife traveling around North America and we make several trips a year. This year we had a week on a houseboat in Key Largo, a week at the beach, a week in North Carolina and we already have reservations for a week at Yellowstone next summer. That's why I keep clicking.

I also sing in Barbershop Quartets and play a little bluegrass guitar with my boys.
That is fantastic always wanted to go to Yellowstone myself :) I'm 51 years old disabled but still enjoy the pc and making new friends as well as making pocket change each month forgive my fowardness but how did you manage over 3k and how long did it take?
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on October 20, 2011, 06:17:25 am
Hello Kim,

He had a surgery for draining not too long ago.  The doctors said that he can go a year or two before the next one.  It will probably be that way for a few years.  After that, I really don't know.  Veronica said she was going to ask the mom some more questions about it.

I'm sorry you weren't feeling well yesterday.  It's hard to get much of anything done when you feel bad, much less school work with memorizations.  I hope you are feeling better today.  Maybe the teacher will take into consideration about tonight's function, since it involves her and you are helping, and postpone it until Monday.  That would be much better.  Keep me posted!

Speaking of me being a busy woman, what about you?  Lol, you are definitely a busy woman yourself!  Life just doesn't seem to slow down for you as of late.  

Little fella was half asleep when he got here, all wrapped up in his big blanket.  He sat in Roddy's recliner all snuggled in.  Veronica had warned me ahead that he was getting a croupy cough.  He started coughing with that croup after a few minutes.  I asked him if was okay!  He said, "I otay."  After a bit he got up - from that moment on he kept me busy, lol.

Well, I have a few things to do before he comes back at a little before 2:OO.  I have my Avon online store order due by noon today.  I'm also a member of a Living With Chronic Illnesses group.  It's my turn to write about what I struggle with and just have some finishing touches to do before turning it in.  I am so sleepy this morning - ugh.  I had hot tea, may I need some coffee!!??!


Take care, feel better, and I'll "see" you later!!  Hope tonight goes well!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on October 21, 2011, 02:07:09 am
Julie, 

The little fellow sounds like a sweetie.  I think he is good company for you, even though he keeps you stepping. 

I didn't know you sold Avon!  I used to sell it too, back in the day when there were over 1000 people working at my company.  I made out pretty good.  My entire Saturday, every two weeks, was spent packing orders and Monday was delivery day.  I miss trying all of the new products. 

I worked the fund raiser last night and it was interesting.  It was for the local library.  They sold tickets for 15 a piece and sold out at 400.  They had wines, cheeses, chicken wings, pizza, snacks of all kinds, sandwiches, etc. all donated by local businesses and sold tickets for various gift baskets.  There were local business owners, celebrities and politicians in attendance.  We ended up going home with loads of leftovers and they gave each of us 20 dollars for our help.

I feel horrible this morning.  My head is hurting, I'm cold and I just feel worn out.  However, I can't say it was from the night out because I haven't felt good all week and Bob had a couple of bad days too.  I think there is a bug going around.   

He met me for lunch yesterday after school and when we went to walk back to my vehicle one of the back tires was as flat as a pancake.  We had to go buy slime and thankfully I had an air compressor in the truck to reair the tire.  Thankfully this happened at a time when he was around too or I'd have been stranded on the way home from school.  I need tires really bad and have been trying to save for them.  I almost have enough money for new but have been holding out for some used that he knows of but hasn't quite made the connection with the guy yet.  I really need to get this taken care of before he leaves for FL next week.  I also need to purchase a AAA membership. 

I don't think the teacher is going to give us a break from this test today and I know I'm not prepared at all.  I'm just going to have to suck up the bad grade and work harder on the next few assignments.  There isn't much more I can do. 

At this point in time I don't even know if I'll feel well enough to go to school today.  I just got up a half hour ago so I'll see what happens in the next 2 hours. 

Wishing you a great day. 

Kim

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on October 21, 2011, 03:34:15 pm
Hi Kim,

The little fella has been such a good guy and great company.  Today he "vacuumed" the screened-in back porch.  Our grands have a miniature "Dirt Devil" that makes noise when you push it, but it's got a button you push that makes it sound like one.  He has really enjoyed it.  Then he helped me take clothes out of the dryer so I could fold or hang them.  He also tried to get into things like those their age will, like wanting to check out the sockets, getting my make-up bag opened (zip, zip, back and forth) and taking out and putting in, etc.  He even came over to me when they were leaving and reached up for a bye-bye hug, and then blew me a kiss, lol.  The little charmer!

I sold Avon right after my second son was born.  I sold it for 16 years, until a few years ago, when I got so sick from over-working myself with too many things.  I didn't want to give it up but I was really not able to keep up.  I even did a couple of fundraisers of it with my Jr. and Sr. High Choruses.  Once it came in on Friday, I took it all to the school on Saturday, and the students would come for half of a day, and help bag all of it.  A couple would set open bags on all of the chorus seats, some would place products, some would double-check with the receipts, some would add the samples, then others would fold/staple the bags, while others would separate the bags into the different students' piles.  They did great!  Anyway, I only started selling a year ago, but only online - convenient for me and for the customers.  I promised hubby and doctor I would only do it that way.  Honestly, what I do make goes back in for make-up, lotions, jewelry for my daughter and I - since we really don't have the extra to get it any other way.  I love their products!

The fundraiser last night sounds really neat.  Not to mention getting to take home leftovers and getting $20 for your help!  Were there any celebrities we know?

I'm sorry you are feeling well.  Did you end up staying home?  I know you've got to be worn out, for one thing.  Allergies don't help.  And if something is going around it sounds like you may have it.  I sure hope you can rest some and feel better.

That was good timing when Bob came for lunch and could help with that tire.  I hope those tires hang in there for you a little longer. 

That's a shame the teacher couldn't postpone the test.  If you stayed home today, will you still be able to make it up?  Even if you did go in, you probably didn't even feel like concentrating to take it.  Great idea to just put it behind and work hard on the next assignments. 

Here's hoping you'vll have a better night.  Feel better.

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on October 22, 2011, 02:16:02 am
Julie,

It sounds like you and your little boyfriend had a good day.  I'm glad you have him as a bit of a fill in until you get things straightened out with your own.  It sounds too like his mommy really needs a break and it's great to have someone like you that she can trust and that he so much enjoys staying with. 

I ended up talking myself into going to school yesterday and took the test I had been dreading.  I think I at least pulled a B on it.  We got her to give us until the end of next week for the retake on the other test. 

Do all of your online Avon orders just get mailed to the people or do you still receive the shipments and have to pack and deliver them?  Send me your link and I'll have a look too.  I've been buying certain things in the stores because I have no where else to purchase them. 

I'm going to be buying those tires off Bob's friend for 150 but won't get them until he returns from Florida.  I'm going to buy a triple A membership on Monday, another bottle of slime and I have the air compressor in the car so I should be okay until he gets home.  The triple A can't hurt.  They'd be there if I locked myself out or if the car wouldn't start.  Just a little insurance for those times when I'm alone. 

I have to get some groceries in today and of course I have housework and homework to do.  Bob is working today and tomorrow so I'll have free rein of my time to get things done.  I think we're going to meet for dinner tonight at Ruby Tuesdays.  We have a coupon for Buy 1 Get 1 free.  We're on their mailing list.  I love their grilled green beans and the salad bar.  The steaks are usually good too. 

I have to try to get busy on some of my craft things too.  I think I'll try to pick up some supplies to make the bath salts and maybe some of the s'mores in a jar that I posted on my FB page.  I don't know if the Christmas marshmallow peeps are in the stores yet though.  I thought those would be cute for the teachers and I have lots of canning jars in the basement. 

It's 5 am but I already have the laundry sorted and the first loads are running.  I hope I can keep up the tempo for the rest of the day.  It looks like it's going to be a yukky day weather wise though. 

What's on your todo list for the weekend? 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: GRowe on October 22, 2011, 03:14:33 am

Hi, I am a 30 year old single mom of two girls. I am also planning on going back to school to finish getting my RN. I am currently a nursing assistant. Can I ask why medical assistant?? do they have alot of jobs in that field in ur state that u are living? here in maryland there arent too many positions open.. have u ever thought of pharmacy technician or ultra sound or MRI technician?
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on October 22, 2011, 04:59:52 am
Hi Growe,

My reason for choosing Medical Assisting was two-fold.  I'm going through school on a TRA grant because my job was outsourced to India.  I really wanted to go to school for Medical Coding and Billing because my skills were mostly computer based (I worked in IT) and I wanted something in the medical field because I felt that was the wave of future jobs over the next ten to twenty years.  However, TRA wouldn't approve medical billing (in the state of Indiana) because they said the field was inundated.  The MA course I'm taking is an 18 month, advanced Associates Degree and includes billing and coding and anything in the back office along with the clinical skills. 

What I'm seeing is that LPN's are being replaced with MA's.  I suppose because we have the same skills but can be paid less.   :sad1:  I did think of the other fields you mentioned but I had to choose something that was 18 months or less and I'm 57 years old so I didn't see much point in training for several years for a job that I hope to only work another ten years (or less) before retirement.  Unfortunately if the economy stays on the same path it is currently taking I'll have to work until the day I die. 

I don't think you can go wrong with RN though hon. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on October 22, 2011, 07:58:19 am
Good Morning Kim,

We did have a great time, however, he wore me out!  It seems like his dad goes away for several days (like this week), then he'll come home for a couple of weeks, and then leaves again.  Supposedly he goes to fairs, festivals, celebrations, etc., and gets paid to set up and take down things, and also boils/sells peanuts while there.  She's just as sweet as she can be but also tough - he's an odd jealous sort of guy and not very kind to everyone he meets.  I guess I should count myself one of the "liked" ones....  ???

I will send you my link.  Thanks for asking!  Online customers buy directly through the online store, pay online, and it's delivered right to you.  I receive the earnings off of the orders.  My daughter and neighbor will order through online but they click the option to have it delivered with my delivery.  I have an aunt and a couple of her friends that are regulars. 

I had a rough coughing spell about 3:30 this morning.  I did my inhaler and drank some water.  I was debating taking the cough medicine, but was afraid it would make it too hard to get up this morning; it finally eased up enough to avoid taking it.  That would have messed up a good part of my day being on that.  It doesn't take much to set my cough off this morning, though - I have drunk hot tea, used the inhaler, and may use the nebulizer.  If that doesn't nip it, I guess I'll break down and take it. 

So, I'm trying to do as much as I can to get things done.  I love Saturdays, but always push to get ahead.  Today, I'm working on laundering the sheets, towels, and some winter blankets.  I've delegated the bathrooms to son and daughter.  However, Veronica always checks behind her brother and lets him know what he only halfway did, lol.  You'd think some of these young men would learn to get it right the first time!   :BangHead:  I would like to mop the floors - still chewing on that thought - it usually gets my breathing off and the coughing started, so I'm not sure yet.  Roddy usually does the dusting and urges me to leave for awhile (store, see a friend, etc.) so it doesn't mess with me.

You were definitely up early!  After you get some things accomplished that you want, stop and take a little bit of Kim time!!  Ruby Tuesdays is a great place to eat.  We love their salad bar.  Their steak is good.  I don't order chicken from them anymore, though, since they served me one that had gone bad. It's strange but they couldn't smell what I was smelling (I have a very sensitive nose "smeller")  It's like they didn't believe me, even the manager.  So I suggested they taste it.  They then gave me something else, paid for our meal, and gave us a gift card. When they took the chicken to the back I don't know if they actually tasted it or just made a decision to switch it out.

I agree with your taking all of the precautions you can with the tires while Bob is gone.  It's better to be safe than sorry! :thumbsup:
 
The s'mores jar idea sounds delicious, as well as eye-appealing.  Veronica and I are going to use a couple of those ideas from that link you gave me.  They are perfect gifts for family and friends, yet a little more manageable money wise.  I don't think I've remembered seeing Christmas peeps down here.  Which characters are they?  Roddy loves peeps (I usually get him some at Easter); he would like these, I'm sure.

I have kept you more than long enough.  I never even talk this much at home or out, and yet can't seem to stop in here, or through emails with a couple of long-distance friends, lol!  Have a wonderful day, today and tomorrow - you probably won't know what to do with having free rein!!  But, girl, do you deserve it!!!

Julie  :)   :cat:   :heart:

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on October 22, 2011, 10:40:08 am
Julie,

I know having a little one around can certainly wear you out.  I know when I have the little one, she isn't hard to watch, but there are constant interruptions....get me this, get me that, look at this....etc. 

Sorry you had such a bout in the wee hours.  Hopefully you'll pick up steam this afternoon and get moving toward your goals.  Sounds like you at least have a plan.  Currently I have all but two loads of laundry done, have finished one major assignment, talked to my son and a girlfriend by phone, have studied spelling and abbreviations and did one other small assignment.  It's already almost 2 and I still have to revamp my resume, jot down three prospective places I'm interested in doing my internship and work on my English and Word assignments a bit. 

Tomorrow is supposed to be a beautiful day so I'm hoping to get the garage cleaned out enough to get the deck furniture in and get the primer on the deck windows.  More homework in the evenings too I expect. 

Here is a link to see the Christmas peeps that go in the s'mores jars.  I'll be in Walmart tonight so I'll try to remember to check and price them too. 

http://www.google.com/search?q=christmas+peeps&hl=en&rls=com.microsoft:en-us&rlz=1I7RNTN_en&prmd=imvns&tbm=isch&tbo=u&source=univ&sa=X&ei=7f6iToOxF830sQLz4IjABQ&ved=0CFAQsAQ&biw=1262&bih=741

I wish my hands didn't hurt so bad so I could get more crocheting and knitting done but they hurt even when I'm not using them and some days I can't get the fingers of my right hand together enough to pick up a piece of paper without effort so I'm trying not to overuse them right now.

I look forward to receiving your Avon store link.  I don't buy much but at least I know it's there if there is something I do need. 

 Just remembered I still have to purchase the triple A membership.  Off I run to do that before I forget.  Later gator. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on October 22, 2011, 11:46:29 am
Kim,

I sent you the link and hope it works for you.  I tried it myself just to be sure. 

I browsed through the "Peeps" link you gave me.  What a great link!  I do remember the Christmas Trees and Snowmen, but not any of the others.  Those are some fun and great ideas.  Veronica and I enjoyed the cat trying to bat at and eat at one of the peeps, lol.  Animals are entertaining and don't even know it!

You have definitely done a lot today!!  You go!!  I've done pretty good myself, including spending time with our neighbors who popped over for awhile.  Veronica is baking Halloween cupcakes and it smells wonderful in here.  She's trying out food coloring for making the Halloween colors to see how they will turn out.

I feel bad for you about your hands.  I know what that feels like with my carpal tunnel (and my daughter with her arthritis) - it's amazing when your hands hurt like that, that even the smallest things, like brushing teeth or hair, opening car doors, and so much more, are almost impossible.  I hope they get better.  Have you had them checked yet?  I remember, too, that there wasn't much, in the way of meds, that would help either.  I hope there is something that can give you some relief.

It's beautiful here today and is supposed to be the same tomorrow.  I know I probably sound like a broken record, but I really enjoy this weather!

I don't wanna but am going to give in to the cough medicine.  I'm getting a headache from the coughing and have had enough!   >:(   Nothing much more is going on here for awhile so I won't feel too guilty...  By the way, I hope you are feeling better. 

Later,

Julie  :)

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on October 23, 2011, 04:46:31 am
Good morning,

I never did get to Walmart yesterday but today it is a must.  I did get the corner of the garage cleaned so we could move the deck furniture in.  It's supposed to get fairly warm today so I'm hoping to get the primer on the windows. 

I got a bit of crocheting done last night and today my hands feel pretty good.  It comes and goes.  No I haven't had them checked because I have no insurance and I know they'd probably want to do carpal tunnel surgery and I'd like to avoid that if possible.  I feel like part of it is just degenerative arthritis and you can't do much about that but otherwise I'd prefer to go to a chiropractor to relieve the nerve pressure.  I keep a pampered chef bottle opener in the kitchen and use it for even the smallest of things, such as the iced tea container and pop bottles.  I just can't get those fingers to join together and have no hand strength. 

I hope the cough medicine helped yesterday.  Once we get into a deep freeze some of the allergies should die down.  However, this basement grows mold and mildew and I feel like being closed up in the house in the winter isn't always the best either. 

Well off to get some more stuff done before the week starts anew. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on October 23, 2011, 07:30:54 pm
Hi Kim,

That's good you were able to get some crocheting done.  What are you working on and what colors?  I still want to try and start up again but just can't afford it yet.  All in good time, though.  I'm glad your hands were doing better today.  I wish they would everyday.  You don't have to write too much for classes do you?  I remember how painful that was, too. 

The cough medicine worked great.  I did my nebulizer treatment today and took more - it helped the rest of the afternoon and evening.  I think part of this is because of how the temperatures dropped so quick in one day this past week.  It was a little too fast for my system.  Hopefully tomorrow will be better!

I agree with you about the mold and mildew.  We don't have too many houses with basements here, but I can understand how dank it can get down there.  Mold and mildew are the highest on my list of things that I'm allergic to.  I try to make sure we all stay on top of the bathrooms and keeping the sinks/tubs as clean as possible.  The sink and tub drains can really mess with me.  And with my nose sensitivity to smells, I can smell the buildup of the mold and mildew before any of them.  I guess I probably drive them a little crazy, but I know they understand.

I hope this week with school goes really good for you.  It sounds like you were able to get a little more studying in than you have been in awhile.  Bob's home this week right?  Hope you two find some nice time together here and there before he has to leave.

My neighbor surprised us tonight with a container of chocolate chip cookies that had been freshly baked.  She works the deli, and sometimes helps in the bakery, at Kroger.  She said as soon as she got a whiff of that wonderful smell she knew she had to bring some home for them and for us.  That was a delicious splurge!

Have a great Monday!  "See" you later!

Julie  :) 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on October 24, 2011, 01:43:23 am
Julie,

I'm working on a large afghan for one of the guys that races at Bob's track.  He and his wife are always inviting us to their house for wonderful steak or ribs dinners.  He is always giving Bob gifts, such as a nice electric plane, for coaching him at the track and helping him out with tuning his cart.  They are just down right good to us and I wanted to give them this afghan for Christmas.  John is really tall though so I had to make the blanket large enough to cover him.  It's just a camel color because I wanted something neutral.  I'm about half done with it.  I have to get it done soon as I have other Christmas projects I'd like to complete and it's almost November already! 

Our basement is quite damp and you can't keep much of anything down there without it getting mildew on it.  I have been keeping a dehumidifier running but the SD has stuff stored down there and there isn't enough air ciculating.  I noticed yesterday she has a room sized rug rolled up and standing upright by the fireplace it is mildewed from the floor six inches up from the bottom.  I told Bob last night that I'm giving her another week then I'm going to ask what her plans are because I have company coming for the holidays and want to get the house in order and would like the breezeway, garage and basement cleaned out by then.  I can't clean the garage until her things are gone and it's going to get too cold soon.  You just have no idea the amount of stuff she has packed into this house that has merely been discarded along with the cat. 

I went yesterday and purchased a litter box so I can bring the cat in from the cold.  I just don't have the heart to keep an animal outside during bad weather.  Now the cat is mine.  She didn't care enough about it to see to its care when she left and I know if she took it to her place it wouldn't get fed half the time so I double cat dare her to try to take her now.  She is mine. 

Bob is home today and going to try to get some last minute things done.  He will drive to Erie to get the sprinter and leave his car there and bring the sprinter here.  He'll leave sometime tomorrow morning for West Palm Beach. 

The cookies sound wonderful.  You have some great neighbors!  I'd like to bake some for the holidays and have all the fixings but don't really have enough freezer space so I'll have to wait to closer to time. 

I have a test today and even though I did a bunch of homework over the weekend I somehow managed to space this test and didn't put my study guide together until last night.  I have one thing to memorize today before 8...CAUTION signs of cancer.  Gotta get busy so I'll yak at ya later.  Have a good one. 

Kim


 

 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on October 24, 2011, 11:38:01 am
Kim,

That's nice what you are doing for the guy and his wife.  What's extra nice and thoughtful is how you have taken his height into consideration when making it so that it's long enough.  And you can't go wrong with a neutral color!  I imagine they will love it, especially with it being hand-made!

Yay, Kim!!!  That cat has a better owner in you, for sure!  I'm with you - that kitty is now yours!!  I love your "double cat dare you" challenge!  Are you using the same name or changing it to one you prefer?  You know I'm a cat lover so I'm definitely on your side with this!

I hope Bob has a safe trip and productive time while at West Palm Beach.  That's a long way from home.  What in the world will you do with yourself with him not there for a bit, lol?  Silly question from me, I admit!  You have lots to do and things you enjoy doing - so you will be busy!  I know this lady whose husband leaves for long business trips a couple of times a year.  She about cracks up with him not there.  Some of us have urged her to take up hobbies (like crafts or knitting, crocheting); reading books; doing things on the computer; and other things, but it's like she's too attached to him and can't do anything else until he gets back.  I've always got something going on keeping me busy or content so I would do fine (I have done fine before Roddy retired and went on out-of-town trips.)  I went with him a couple of times and just enjoyed checking out the town, or piddling with things I brought with me, in the motel room.

Today's another beautiful day.  Thursday is supposed to be the warmest day of the week, up to the lower 80s.  The rest of the week is lower to mid 70s during the day.  We're down in the lower 50s to upper 40s at night.  As much as I enjoy this weather, I'm really looking forward to temperatures going at least 10 degrees lower.

By the time you read this, you'll have already taken your test from today.  How did you do?  I was pulling for you.  I'm glad you were able to get some more study time in this weekend.  Maybe you'll be able to have a better study routine now - Lord knows you deserve it.

Well, I'm going to go and spruce up some.  Honestly, this living room seems to clutter up before you know it when we all spend so much time in it!!   It's the "hub-dub" of the whole house, lol!  I like to keep it picked up though, not knowing who's going to come over or pop in at any time.  Take care and I hope you and Bob have a nice evening!

Julie  :)



 

 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: ButterflyWings on October 24, 2011, 04:46:54 pm
Peeking in..Been busy painting christmas stuff for page put up some more stuff pillows I made and such..Went out and bought christmas stuff to make headbands and bows..May have sold a few things whoo hoo ..Other than that still dealing with my tooth ugh it comes and goes all day..Got real sick from the meds they had me on so now I am sticking to advil and tea..Well hope all is well for you all xoxoxo
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on October 24, 2011, 04:55:43 pm
Peeking in..Been busy painting christmas stuff for page put up some more stuff pillows I made and such..Went out and bought christmas stuff to make headbands and bows..May have sold a few things whoo hoo ..Other than that still dealing with my tooth ugh it comes and goes all day..Got real sick from the meds they had me on so now I am sticking to advil and tea..Well hope all is well for you all xoxoxo

Hi Dianna,

It's always great hearing from you.  I know on FB when you came back after being sick, I didn't ask you what was wrong.  That's not fun when the meds make you sick.  I sure hope you are on the mend.  That's super working on some more things.  I will definitely order something when I am able to bring some money on - still no job at this point.  Take care of yourself and I hope your tooth gives you some more relief.

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on October 25, 2011, 01:45:31 am
Hi Dianna,

Sorry you're still dealing with that darned tooth.  How long before you get it taken care of?  I'll get out on FB and check out your new stuff.  Being unemployed I don't have much money for gifts.  I make a lot of what I give to others too.  There are things that I certainly think are cute and I'll help promote your things when I can on FB. 

You certainly are one talented girl! 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on October 25, 2011, 02:09:36 am
Julie,

I don't like it too well when Bob is gone, especially when it's the three week trips.  Part of that is the trust factor however.  It is a bit of a break in some factors though.  Lots of times I will be really lazy and do things like...sleep on top of the covers with a blanket and not mess up the bed or make it while he is gone.   :angel12:  I don't spend as much time cooking either.  I bought a head of cabbage and a bag of lettuce.  I plan on eating more salads and some meals of fried cabbage which is something I wouldn't do if he were home.  Usually I don't even brew a pot of coffee but will resort to instant for myself. 

There are always things to do, studying, crocheting, exercising, household projects.  My son might come and spend a couple of days with me too.  He starts school in February and is now living much farther away so this will be a good opportunity to spend some quality time with him and give me company.  I also got a text message last night asking if I would watch the "little one" on Saturday and keep her overnight so I won't be alone that day. 

I got Bob on a project for me last night.  We are having a Halloween project at school on Thursday and I had the idea to be a victim of the Titanic.  I took an old inner tube of the "little one" ,which was yellow, and covered it with a couple of layers of masking tape.  Bob hand wrote RMS Titanic Liverpool on it with black marker.  I'm going to dress in a long skirt, short jacket, boots, wet my hair down, paint my face pale white, dark circles under my eyes and blue lips and put the life preserver around my neck.  Maybe carry an oar.  If I can find something like seaweed I will stick it in my hair too. 

They are giving great prizes away for the best costumes and maybe I can win something nice. 

I scored a 94 on my test.  I missed two.  Not too shabby.  I also drew my first blood yesterday, on the teacher, and did okay.  I was sort of shaking when I was done though.  We have to do 10 successful arm vein draws, 10 hand draws with a butterfuly needle and six fingerpricks to pass this class.  I have done 4 of the finger prices, really easy, so far.  It wasn't as yukky as I thought it was going to be but I don't think I'd want to make a full-time job of it. 

I am going to keep the cats name the same.  It's Nala.  I brought her in the night before last but she was uncomfortable about being in the house it seems.  She wanted out so I'm going to let her chart the course.  When it gets cold enough she probably be glad to come in.  She loves laying on the patio in the sun though and so far we are still having some warm afternoons. 

I know what you mean about things cluttering up.  You should see my computer room right now.  When I get into study mode things just get forgotten around here and this is where I spend most of my time. 

My daughter and her family will be coming up for a few days around Thanksgiving.  Her MIL is in a rest home now and they are going to come and take her out to dinner.  We will probably do the Black Friday shopping thing and then have our turkey dinner on Saturday.  So....I'll have to do some major cleaning before then.  Otherwise I'm going to chillax this next week and just work on things for school and projects I want to spend time on like my crocheting and genealogy. 

Hope you have a good day.  Do you have any sub jobs lined up? 

Oh BTW...I didn't see any of the Christmas peeps in the store on Sunday.  I think I'll start out with making my bath salts this week sometime and move on to the gifts in a jar later when I have more money. 

TTYL,

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: ButterflyWings on October 25, 2011, 07:53:14 am
Peeking in..Been busy painting christmas stuff for page put up some more stuff pillows I made and such..Went out and bought christmas stuff to make headbands and bows..May have sold a few things whoo hoo ..Other than that still dealing with my tooth ugh it comes and goes all day..Got real sick from the meds they had me on so now I am sticking to advil and tea..Well hope all is well for you all xoxoxo

Hi Dianna,

It's always great hearing from you.  I know on FB when you came back after being sick, I didn't ask you what was wrong.  That's not fun when the meds make you sick.  I sure hope you are on the mend.  That's super working on some more things.  I will definitely order something when I am able to bring some money on - still no job at this point.  Take care of yourself and I hope your tooth gives you some more relief.

Julie  :)

Julie,Thanks so much hun..No worries hun..I am just glad people are liking it..And I have a very sensitive stomach some aspirins make me sick also..I need to stick to certain kinds a lot..And being allergic to penicillin really limits on antibiotics it is amazing how many have penicillin in them..I am doing much better Hot green and black tea seem to to wonders for the pain and keeping it away..Hope to post more here now that things seem to be on the up and bright lol..~Dianna~ :heart:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: ButterflyWings on October 25, 2011, 07:56:58 am
Hi Dianna,

Sorry you're still dealing with that darned tooth.  How long before you get it taken care of?  I'll get out on FB and check out your new stuff.  Being unemployed I don't have much money for gifts.  I make a lot of what I give to others too.  There are things that I certainly think are cute and I'll help promote your things when I can on FB. 

You certainly are one talented girl! 

Kim

Kim,
Yeah still dealing with it..Better now but comes in spurts..I keep them done in Feb or March long way away but have to have the money since I have no insurance and boty even low income dentist are expensive..grrr..No worries your support is all I want hun..Thanks my girls are stealing headbands  lol..My daughter has a few friends who may by the hair stuff lol..Thanks hun more people the better..I am really not in it for the money I enjoy it its fun and my kids love helping with ideas and such..aww thanks it nice to hear I have talent I have to say I am my worst critic lol.. ~Dianna~ :heart:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on October 25, 2011, 08:57:26 am
Peeking in..Been busy painting christmas stuff for page put up some more stuff pillows I made and such..Went out and bought christmas stuff to make headbands and bows..May have sold a few things whoo hoo ..Other than that still dealing with my tooth ugh it comes and goes all day..Got real sick from the meds they had me on so now I am sticking to advil and tea..Well hope all is well for you all xoxoxo

Hi Dianna,

It's always great hearing from you.  I know on FB when you came back after being sick, I didn't ask you what was wrong.  That's not fun when the meds make you sick.  I sure hope you are on the mend.  That's super working on some more things.  I will definitely order something when I am able to bring some money on - still no job at this point.  Take care of yourself and I hope your tooth gives you some more relief.

Julie  :)

Julie,Thanks so much hun..No worries hun..I am just glad people are liking it..And I have a very sensitive stomach some aspirins make me sick also..I need to stick to certain kinds a lot..And being allergic to penicillin really limits on antibiotics it is amazing how many have penicillin in them..I am doing much better Hot green and black tea seem to to wonders for the pain and keeping it away..Hope to post more here now that things seem to be on the up and bright lol..~Dianna~ :heart:

I'm also allergic to penicillin, so I know what that's like!  It seems we could probably get well quicker if we weren't.  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on October 25, 2011, 10:45:48 am
Kim,

That's neat about the Halloween project at school!  I love your idea - make sure to take some pictures, I want to see the final look!  The school kids in the county are dressing up everyday this week.  Veronica and some of the other bus drivers are dressing up with them.  I miss that, too, from when I was a teacher - I always enjoyed being a part of the fun.

No subbing still.  They're still sticking to using the aides and para pros as subs.  I should be hearing something this week or next about SSDI, whether they accepted or rejected it.  After that, I am just not sure what to do.  Living in our big city, jobs were more available than in this small town.  Plus, I've pretty much learned, also in this town, that it's who you know and whether or not you are an outsider as to whether you get a job or not, including what type of job.

94!  Woo hoo!  Way to go!  You so needed that boost.  I'm glad for you.  I guess practice is making it better for you with all of the blood draws and pricks you are having to do now.

Kitties definitely know what they want.  They are the "kings" and "queens" after all, lol.  Like you said, when she gets too cold, she'll be hunting the door to the warmth of the house.  They do love the sun.  My cat and my son's cat sleep on top of one of the couches during the sunniest part of the day.  Their fur is hot to the touch.  Since mine is 15 yrs. old, that heat probably feels good to her joints.

Hey, I do the same if I've got free reign at home and the others are away.  Anything that is quick and easy for me to cook or drink - that's the way I usually do it.  I don't have to figure out what everybody will like and eat, especially Roddy.  He's way beyond picky with his foods.  And I understand what you mean with the trust factor.  I hope all will be fine.

That's nice that your daughter and family are coming for Thanksgiving.  Her MIL seems young to be in a rest home - is she okay?  That's neat they are taking her out to eat.  I used to enjoy doing things like Black Friday, but after being so sick, I haven't done it in several years.  I actually wouldn't mind maybe trying it this year - I know Veronica would go with me.  I'm not quite so fatigued like I was years ago and l actually look forward to doing something this year.  :)

I've got a couple of loads of laundry to finish up and then finish my paid things and emails.  You have a great night!!!  Talk to you tomorrow!

Julie   :cat: 

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on October 26, 2011, 03:13:36 am
Julie,

I used to always participate in the Halloween events where I worked.  Our company made a big deal out of it and everyone had fun. 

Yes I did need the boost in grades.  Now if I could just get a good blood draw.  I've only managed to get blood once out of three times and it's pretty discouraging. 

My daughters MIL is 71.  She was always an active woman, lived on a farm and raised 12 kids (three sets of twins).  She had children old enough to raise her younger kids.  My son in law is one of twins.  He has a twin sister who is beautiful.  She was a body double for the main actress in the movie Kingpin and also had a bit part as an Amish girl.  She swivels her hips a bit as she is feeding lunch to the Amish guys who are working building a barn.  Each set of twins has one that is shorter and one that is taller, none identical. 

It's raining here this morning.  It was nice yesterday and I finally got the primer on the windows by the deck.  Now I have to buy some more green paint and get a warm day to finish up.  All that will be left is the top side and two windows on one side of the house but those probably won't get done until next spring as Bob does the high parts and we're running out of good weather.  You can't see it from the road so it's no big deal. 

I woke up through the night with the headache from hell.  I had to get up and take some alka seltzer plus cold medicine.  I'll probably take another dose before school today just as a precaution.  I hope the rain dampens down some of these allergens. 

Bob might be looking at some hurricane type weather in FL.  There is one brewing around Mexico and they are expecting it to maybe hit FL.  The ten day weather forecast called for rain every day so he is in for some wet regardless.  I just hope he doesn't get the winds because that tent they work in is large and they've already lost two last year from winds. 

I hope your disability does come through so you can not worry about having to work out of the house.  With the unpredicitability of your down days it's hard to plan.  That way you'd have income and could just make some spare change on FC and your Avon site.  Maybe pick up some Amazon sells with books too.????

Well I slept in today so I'm running a little later than normal.  TTYL and yes I will take lots of pictures of the Halloween costumes on Friday.  I'm part of the Hosa newsletter staff and taking pictures is part of my job. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on October 26, 2011, 09:35:05 am
Hi Kim,

That's interesting about your daughter's MIL and family.  3 sets of twins of the 12 children - wow!  That's how it used to be in my grandparents' days.  My mom had 14 brothers and sisters, and the one pair of twins died when very young.  My dad had 2 brothers and 2 sisters, with his 2 sisters and 1 brother still living.  Out of my mom's, there is now only 1 uncle left and I try to keep up with him and him with me.  When we are young, it seems like the aunts and uncles would never change, much less die.  Then when my mom and dad married, they only had me.

I'm glad you got the primer done - hopefully you'll get the painting part done.  Then you can finally relax and not think about it (for awhile, anyway.)

I'm really sorry about your headache.  Sometimes it seems like those are the worst - when they hit you during your sleep.  You haven't had time to prepare for it by the early signs, so by the time you wake up, it's pretty strong.  I hope it's better today and tonight.

We watched the coverage on the "trying to gather strength" hurricane last night (I think they are calling it Rina?)  I didn't even think about that being the time Bob would be down there.  Maybe it will head on opposite but you never know with them.

I've thought about Ebay before.  My son sells things ocassionally and buys things between his gamer friends.  I buy things from Ebay.  But I haven't really given an thought to Amazon.  I could probably do pretty well with all of the books I have.  Nice idea!

Your talents are showing!! That's cool you are taking pictures (on the staff!)  You are already great at that!

Veronica and some of the other bus drivers, most all teachers, and the kids, dressed Hawaiian today.  She had on a grass skirt (over jeans, lol), with a Hawaiian flower print shirt of mine, and wore flowers in her hair, and a lei.  She looked great!  She loves doing stuff like that, and I miss it from the teacher's point of view.  Tomorrow is wacky tacky day.

We think Randal is flying on his way home now (or to the base where he will be debriefed.)  That is what Roddy thinks after the last email he sent to Roddy (and the coded words he wrote.) 

Veronica and I ran a couple of errands this morning, and got a couple of things done here.  I'm ready for my choir tonight.  Now I'm going to work on my paid things and my emails for a little bit.  Hope your evening is how you want it to be for you!!  Talk to you later!

Julie   :cat:
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Post by: golotomer on October 27, 2011, 01:58:39 am
Julie,

Wow your mom came from a big family too.  I was an only child too though.  Mom only had 2 sisters and dad a brother and sister but his little brother died at 9 months.  All of my aunts and uncles are gone now too. 

Selling on Amazon is really easy.  All you do is enter the isbn number and the system finds the book.  You have to set the price but they give you an idea of how much other people are selling theirs for so you can come in under or about the same. 

It sounds like Verionica had a good time dressing up.  Did you take pictures?

I'll be you're excited knowing Randal is on his way home.  I forget how long you said the debriefing would take.  Do you think it's possible that you'll get to see the girls before Thanksgiving? 

I finally got three good blood draws.  I have six more of those to do to pass Clinicals.  I need 10 hand draws too using a butterfly needle but don't expect those to be as hard because you can see the veins easier.  One of the boys I drew from yesterday is willing to come back daily until I get all of my draws and he has prominent veins.   :thumbsup:

I only have a half day at school today so I'll have time to get some things caught up around the house and study for another test tomorrow.  It's raining and chilly.  My headache is still threatening but manageable. 

I think I'll stop and buy my epson salts and mix up a batch of bath salts today.  Lorann Oils is calling my name and I've also started looking at trying my hand at some resin jewelry projects.  I have one can of resin I could work with and if it turns out okay that would be another thrifty gift giving item I could make for a few people. 

TTYL, 

Kim
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Post by: jcribb16 on October 27, 2011, 08:42:22 pm
Hi Kim,

It sounds like you are coming along pretty good with your draws.  That's nice of the guy to volunteer to come back.  See?  You must be doing something right for him to volunteer that!  :thumbsup:

This thing with Amazon is much easier than I thought it would be.  I could probably do pretty well with all of the books I've got (or willing to let go of, lol.)  I've ordered a lot from them, including old and rare books from my childhood that I searched for and found.

So you are an only child, too.  It definitely had its advantages and disadvantages, for sure.  I was the oldest grandchild on my father's side and so they pampered me and doted on me, as I did on them.  There were so many cousins from my mom's side since she was the next-to-the youngest.  I just kind of blended in.  Summers were great, though.  I always spent 2 weeks with my favorite aunt and uncle (on my dad's side,) and then a month with my grandparents (on my mom's side.)  I had such a wonderful time and hated to have to come back home.  Another reason I liked spending time with all of them was that my dad couldn't mess with me.  I hate even saying that, but truth is truth.

Veronica has enjoyed this week dressing up for the kids.  They have enjoyed it, too, seeing their bus drivers taking part.  I'll have to check with her about the pictures - she said that she and her friend were taking each others pictures.  Tomorrow is red, white, and blue day.  Speaking of, how did your Halloween Project go today?  I bet you looked great!  Not to mention a half day, too!  Good luck on your test tomorrow!

We aren't sure where Randal is right now.  We do know the ship is on the way back home, and he was to have flown out from it already.  After debriefing and when he gets home, I guess we'll find out when we'll get to see him and the girls.  I can hardly wait.  I just feel so bad for what he will have to deal with when he does get home. :(

I hope you got some batches done today!  I also hope you enjoyed your early afternoon at home.  Our pastor's mom and dad are coming for dinner tomorrow night, so you know how it is about trying to clean and prepare!  That will be most of my day, tomorrow.  But I'm glad they're coming - so will Veronica's dog.  She loves Sara and Sara loves her right back!

Have a fabulous Friday and a super weekend (even though I'll be talking to you before the weekend!)

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on October 28, 2011, 02:11:19 am
Julie,

Your childhood sounds a bit like mine.  I won't go into details on here but perhaps we can talk by email.  I had a horrible step-father.  Abusive to both my mother and me.  Physically and mentally.  I was happy spending summers with my aunt, on my dad's side of the family, with her 4 children or with my dad's great-aunt on her farm.  I loved my mom but she was always working. 

I'm sure you will enjoy entertaining tonight even though the preparations can get a little frantic. 

Today is Halloween day at school so I have to put on a little more makeup than usual.  We're having lunch at school too so it's nice not having to pack a lunch. 

I spent all evening working on my English modules, writing down sentences and marking them in a book for the structure, and after what seems like hundreds of tries I finally got a 100 percent on appositives.  Geesh that was a tough one.  I have another test this morning with medical abbreviations, which is a retest because the entire class did so poorly so I have to study a bit more. 

I'm not sure what I'm going to do this weekend besides studying and the regular homework.  I'll find something to keep my mind occupied though. 

Good luck today with the cleanup.  Enjoy your evening.  I'll be talking to you. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: ButterflyWings on October 28, 2011, 05:52:53 am
Good Morning Ladies...

Pretty rainy and gloomy morning today..Yuck..LOL makes me lazy I have so much cleaning and crafting to do but ever since i got sick I cannot bring myself to do much..Making the kids costumes this year so that should be fun..Well was popping in to say Hi before I attempt something today lol..XOXOOXO ~Dianna~
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on October 28, 2011, 12:19:43 pm
Good Morning Ladies...

Pretty rainy and gloomy morning today..Yuck..LOL makes me lazy I have so much cleaning and crafting to do but ever since i got sick I cannot bring myself to do much..Making the kids costumes this year so that should be fun..Well was popping in to say Hi before I attempt something today lol..XOXOOXO ~Dianna~

It's rainy and gloomy here today, too.  I'm glad you are feeling better, but just remember to take it easy and just do what you can when you can.  Don't push yourself, okay?  That's neat you are making your kids' costumes!  What are they going to be?

I saw your thread and responded in it about your husbands' paintings being sold.  That is fantastic!  I know you are proud!  Now you are both in the "Craft Business."  I hope both of you continue to do well!  Take care of yourself!  Talk with you soon!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on October 28, 2011, 12:30:08 pm
Hi Kim,

Happy Friday!  I hope today is fun and goes well with the contest!  Good luck on the re-test today, too.  That is great getting 100% on the appositives.  That has to be tough.

I agree - maybe we can talk about the childhood issues through email.  It's hard to talk about it in the first place, but it does help when someone understands and has been there.  So sorry you had to go through some rough times.

Yes, you will definitely find things to do over the weekend!  You have several things sitting on the backburner just ready and waiting to be pulled out and used, lol.  That's good, though!

I'm taking a break to write this for a bit.  Things are almost done for tonight.  I hope you have a great evening and a nice day tomorrow!

Talk with you later!


Julie  :)    :cat:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on October 29, 2011, 01:58:11 am
Good Morning Ladies...

Pretty rainy and gloomy morning today..Yuck..LOL makes me lazy I have so much cleaning and crafting to do but ever since i got sick I cannot bring myself to do much..Making the kids costumes this year so that should be fun..Well was popping in to say Hi before I attempt something today lol..XOXOOXO ~Dianna~

Good morning Dianna,

Hope your energy levels come back up.  Be sure to post pictures of the kid's costumes so we can see what you came up with.  Is trick or treating tonight or Monday for your kids?  We live so far in the country nobody comes here but I miss seeing the costumes while handing out candy. 

Have a good weekend and hope you gets lots done.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on October 29, 2011, 02:06:21 am
Julie, 

The dressup at school went well.  Funny thing though....I'm all made up and decided to go to Pat Catan's (a local craft place) during my lunch break to pick up some crafting things because I had a friend coming to spend the night and we are going to do some crafting today and have a study session.  I get my things and go to put my bag in the car and here I am with another flat tire!  I'm standing in the parking lot looking like a dead person with an air compressor pumping up my tire.  Did we say EMBARRASSING!? 

My friend stayed last night but like the big dummies we are we spent the evening studying!  She was on my computer and I was on Bob's and we're talking between the two rooms.  We did put a movie on about 10 but the next thing I know Rose is snoring and I'm dozing so I turned the movie off and got her up to go to bed.  Probably more of the same today. 

Yes the childhood issues are hard to talk about.  That was why they suggested I go through EMDR therapy because they consider what happened to me to be part of my PTSD.  I don't know if they are going to pursue that therapy or not.  I think it does help to talk about it though. 

I hope your dinner went well.  Fill me in when you get the time. 

Kim

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on October 29, 2011, 12:58:21 pm
Hi Kim,

Your situation with the flat tire is definitely funny!  It seems like those kinds of things always happen when you don't want them to, lol.  I imagine you were a sight, for sure, trying to fix your tire.  I'm sorry you had the flat tire, though - but thankfully, you tried to prepare for the worst like that while Bob is gone. 

I'm glad you had some old timey girlfriend time, even if you two kind of had an early night - you were plumb-tuckered out, with everything lately!  I'm sure the studying will pay off, though!  I hope you both get to work on your crafts today.  It's fun when someone is helping!  :)

Our evening went well.  We all had a great visit and a quick-to-prepare meal.  We had roast beef sandwiches, so other than getting the meat, bread, cheese, and lettuce, I only had to slice tomatoes and onions.  Dessert was peanut butter cookies and oatmeal raisin cookies - which is a couple of their favorites, and the oatmeal raisin is Roddy's favorite.  Adam, Veronica, and I love peanut butter cookies.  I had ordered a couple of buckets of cookie dough to help a middle school fundraiser for a young friend of ours.

Today is nice and so much cooler again since the cold front has finally come through.  My breathing is better finally, too, since the front settled in.  Still coughing, though.  I'm taking Benadryl today to try and help with the allergies end of it. 

I've had all of my teacher items, books, bulletin board sets, dvd's, and such, stored at a storage unit for a year and a half now.  Today we're cleaning it out (all 4 of us) and only keeping certain things of it that can be stored in our shed.  That will now help me financially with not having to pay for the monthly fee.  I'm going to donate the rest to teacher friends who are still teaching where I did before we moved.  I'll take it down when I go for my doctor's appointment and meet for lunch.

I hope you have a great day, today!  Talk with you later!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on October 30, 2011, 11:52:33 am
Good Sunday afternoon. 

I'm late getting out here today.  The SD came and got a truckload of her stuff from the breezeway this morning.  Still a bunch of stuff here. 

It's gloomy and rainy here too.  The leaves are about half off the trees so far.  The yards are just a blaze of yellow color in our neighborhood.  We actually had a bit of snow mixed with rain yesterday and some parts of PA got several inches. 

TTYL, 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on October 30, 2011, 04:11:09 pm
Hi Kim,

I've got a bad migraine today and just got on to do some things for a few minutes.  This one includes the nausea, too, so I've laid down a lot today.

I know some people up in Pennsylvania, who posted some pictures of snow they've had this weekend.  Wow!  That just seems surreal, in a way, to see that much already. 

I did get your email.  I was going to respond to it this morning or afternoon, but my head hurts too much to concentrate too long.  I will definitely get a "novel" written back to you, if you know what I mean...... Hopefully tomorrow.

I'm glad SD came and got more stuff.  I know you'll be very glad when she gets ALL of it!

I hope your Sunday is going well; get a great night's sleep; and have a great Monday.

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: ButterflyWings on October 30, 2011, 05:05:57 pm
Good Morning Ladies...

Pretty rainy and gloomy morning today..Yuck..LOL makes me lazy I have so much cleaning and crafting to do but ever since i got sick I cannot bring myself to do much..Making the kids costumes this year so that should be fun..Well was popping in to say Hi before I attempt something today lol..XOXOOXO ~Dianna~

It's rainy and gloomy here today, too.  I'm glad you are feeling better, but just remember to take it easy and just do what you can when you can.  Don't push yourself, okay?  That's neat you are making your kids' costumes!  What are they going to be?


I saw your thread and responded in it about your husbands' paintings being sold.  That is fantastic!  I know you are proud!  Now you are both in the "Craft Business."  I hope both of you continue to do well!  Take care of yourself!  Talk with you soon!

Julie  :)

Julie,

I promise hun I am taking it easy..When I stress I tend to get sick so I am going nice and slow..My son is gonna be a teddy bear killer lol..My older daughter Lady gaga and My youngest a punk rocker..I am so excited he sold paintings I hope it keeps going slowed a bit but thats all good..Thanks so much hun Talk to ya real soon ~Dianna~
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: ButterflyWings on October 30, 2011, 05:08:29 pm
Good Morning Ladies...

Pretty rainy and gloomy morning today..Yuck..LOL makes me lazy I have so much cleaning and crafting to do but ever since i got sick I cannot bring myself to do much..Making the kids costumes this year so that should be fun..Well was popping in to say Hi before I attempt something today lol..XOXOOXO ~Dianna~

Good morning Dianna,

Hope your energy levels come back up.  Be sure to post pictures of the kid's costumes so we can see what you came up with.  Is trick or treating tonight or Monday for your kids?  We live so far in the country nobody comes here but I miss seeing the costumes while handing out candy. 

Have a good weekend and hope you gets lots done.

Kim, Hey Hun I will definitely post pictures of them..And yes Monday night is when we take them..They are so excited..I got some cleaning and laundry done then was lazy and chilled with kids on Sat..It was nice.. Hope you had a great weekend hun ~Dianna~
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on October 31, 2011, 01:55:19 am
It's Monday already?  I don't know what happened to the weekend.  I'm ready for another break at school.  Staring to burn out. 

As hard as I try it seems my todo list is always bigger than my energy level.

Bob will be home tonight.  The little one is going to come here after trick or treating and spend the night so we can babysit tomorrow.  I have to go for my third hepatitis shot.  It's mandated we have these before we graduate.  I have to have a titor test done too because I have no record of my immunization shots as a kid and there is no where to get them.  I called the high school and they only kept the records back to 1984. 

Julie hope you feel better today.  Same to you Dianna. 

I have a little bit of homework to finish up this morning so I'm cutting this message short.  TTYL,

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on October 31, 2011, 09:37:55 am
Good Morning Ladies...

Pretty rainy and gloomy morning today..Yuck..LOL makes me lazy I have so much cleaning and crafting to do but ever since i got sick I cannot bring myself to do much..Making the kids costumes this year so that should be fun..Well was popping in to say Hi before I attempt something today lol..XOXOOXO ~Dianna~

It's rainy and gloomy here today, too.  I'm glad you are feeling better, but just remember to take it easy and just do what you can when you can.  Don't push yourself, okay?  That's neat you are making your kids' costumes!  What are they going to be?


I saw your thread and responded in it about your husbands' paintings being sold.  That is fantastic!  I know you are proud!  Now you are both in the "Craft Business."  I hope both of you continue to do well!  Take care of yourself!  Talk with you soon!

Julie  :)

Julie,

I promise hun I am taking it easy..When I stress I tend to get sick so I am going nice and slow..My son is gonna be a teddy bear killer lol..My older daughter Lady gaga and My youngest a punk rocker..I am so excited he sold paintings I hope it keeps going slowed a bit but thats all good..Thanks so much hun Talk to ya real soon ~Dianna~
Those are neat costumes!  I hope they have a spooktacular time!  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on October 31, 2011, 10:30:45 am
Hi Kim,

Weekends do go fast!  Wow, Bob is back already?  Time flew by didn't it.  I hope little one has a good night with you.  Are you off tomorrow, or is it your computer class? 

I had to look up the titor test to see what that is.  That's kind of a pain having to have something like that now, including the hepatitus shot.  I had to have that one while in college.  I remember back when Randal was born.  I was in the wheelchair holding my newborn, being wheeled out to the car (at the hospital) and there was a nurse running down the hallway yelling my name and for those nurses to stop that wheelchair!!!  She caught up to me and said that I had to have the mmr shot (measles/mumps/rubella,) since there was no record of it.  She gave that shot right then!  People were standing around grinning.

My migraine is still with me today.  I hate it when one comes.  :(  How are your hands doing lately?  Have you been able to do anymore on the afghan?

I feel like I'm going in circles asking too many questions!  Anyway, hope you have a good productive day with school and a nice evening tonight with Bob.  I'm going to try and work on the email in a little bit.  Talk with you later!!

Julie  :)


 
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Post by: anubabs on October 31, 2011, 01:13:57 pm
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Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on November 01, 2011, 01:48:22 am
Julie,

Bob got home last night around 9:30.  My tire is flat as a pancake.  I put air in it yesterday morning on the way to school but by the time I got home that air was gone.  I didn't realize that fact until around 6 though.  I thought about airing it back up but figured it would be flat by morning anyhow.  I decided to cut my first class this morning and after he has had time to sleep he will put my spare on.  He has to drive the truck to Erie today (once I get home from school and take over watching the "little one").  I have to get my third hepatitis shot today after school so I'll be a little later than normal. 

Tomorrow I will drive his car to school and he'll take mine to get those tires I bought.  He will have to take them somewhere to get them mounted, have new valves put in them and get them on the Blazer and then aligned.  I sure hate putting him to task as soon as he gets home but I'm hoping I can make him take a couple of days off when this job is done. 

Hope your headache is better today.  The pain with my hands comes and goes.  It all seems to depend on how much time I've spent using the mouse, typing or handwriting.  I did do about 4 rows on the afghan last night but I really have to get busy with the holidays coming. 

Cya,

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on November 01, 2011, 04:55:47 pm
Hey Kim,

I'l be so glad for you when those new tires are finally put on.  That would be great, too, if Bob can take off a couple of days.  He's probably ready for a break after all of the driving he did.

No trick or treaters last night.  All of the kids met on Main Street in our small town, and visited each of the stores for candy.  Then they all went on hayrides.  They have fun but I do miss how it's done down where we moved from.

Headache is still with me.  I've done the nebulizer today, too, since my breathing's not right.  I've been taking Benadryl on the side for the allergy problems.  I go for my shots this Friday.  I hope they will help to calm things down.

Even with my headache, I got quite a bit done around here today - I would just sit down when I needed to for a bit.  I'm going to babysit the little fella next Wed. through Fri.  Our Fair starts here next Tuesday.  Sorry - I feel like I'm rambling.

Hope everything works out tomorrow for you and that you will have a great day!  I'm trying to get that email done - hope you will bear with me!

Talk to you tomorrow,


Julie  :)   :cat:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on November 02, 2011, 02:43:58 am
Julie,

No problem on the email.  Take your time.  I know we started a detailed conversation that runs deep. 

Well Bob got my spare on but it was with a lot of effort.  The spare had never been removed from the bottom of the Blazer and it's a 2002 so for 9 years that equipment that held the spare was quietly rusting.  He had to break the mechanism.  The tire looks okay but the wheel is rusty looking.  He will take the Blazer today though and get the tires from that guy.  I don't know if we can get it in anywhere today to get the tires mounted or the alignment.  I'll drive his car to school.

I ended up not getting to school yesterday at all.  I had planned to only miss one class but by the time he got things taken care of I had already missed two classes and I had the little one to watch, an appointment for my last hepatitis shot and he still had to drive to Erie to take the truck back and get his car so I just blew the entire day.  Now I'll be playing catch up with my medical billing class.  That's a little difficult because you can only work on one specific computer and I have to try to find it when nobody has class in that room.  It's doable though and I do have a two hour break between classes this afternoon. 

I have an appointment with my counselor tonight at 4:30 so it's going to be a later night.  Thankfully I have leftovers we can use for dinner. 

I had to laugh yesterday when I was taking Amya with me to my doctor's appointment.  First we passed a Denny's and she said, "I love Dennys", then we went past Burger King and she informed me that Burger King was "awesome".  She wasn't hungry because we had just eaten but 4 years have to talk about something I guess.  We went shopping and she tried to talk me into some really colorful ice cream but we opted for vanilla and colorful ice cream cones and rainbow colored vanilla wafers since it would be something she could share with Grandpa because he doesn't like the rainbow colored ice cream too well.  It will be an ice cream cone day on Thursday I expect. 

Hope today is a better day for you.

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: ButterflyWings on November 02, 2011, 07:21:31 am
Good Morning Girls..

Halloween went really well..Tomorrow is my baby girls Birthday she turns 7..I am so behind on crafts but not stressing I will have to take a day and do them..lol..Here is one of the pictures of kids on halloween..Hope all is good xoxoxoxo
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on November 02, 2011, 11:45:26 am
Good Morning Girls..

Halloween went really well..Tomorrow is my baby girls Birthday she turns 7..I am so behind on crafts but not stressing I will have to take a day and do them..lol..Here is one of the pictures of kids on halloween..Hope all is good xoxoxoxo

Wow!  They look great (spooky!)  Good job!  Happy Birthday to your daughter - I hope she has a wonderful time tomorrow!  :)
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Post by: jcribb16 on November 02, 2011, 12:18:56 pm
Hi Kim,

You had a busy and mixed up day yesterday!  That was kind of unexpected about the equipment rusting and having to break the mechanism.  It's faithfully held the tire for all those years, though!  I bet you were glad to finally get home last night.  Another busy one today, too.  I hope you're sessions with the counselor are helping, still.  Sometimes it seems you are too busy for the classes, lol.  I will be glad, though, when your tires are fixed.

I'm not going to church tonight.  This week is kind of hard, with the depleting energy, excessive congested cough. I've been doing the nebulizer and the cough medicine daily this week since it helps some, but don't like taking that medicine that often.  I can tell my system is ready for my Friday shots.

We have not heard from Randal.  But DIL accidentally goofed up and answered a question on our son's FB wall page.  The guy asked when was he getting off of that thing. She answered that he will be home Saturday.  I guess she thinks I can't see on his wall, even though I'm blocked from him.  It's nice to know he will finally be home - but we can't help but to wonder why he hasn't called yet. You would think he would before Saturday, since he could talk more freely now.  I'm trying not to let it bother me and am praying that he hasn't turned away.  Roddy's a little down because Randal hasn't emailed him from Roddy's last one one to him. I just hope everything will be okay.

The ice cream situation reminds me of Roddy and our grands.  They love the colors, too, but he only likes vanilla or peach.  They are so cute at their little ages!

Hope you catch up quick with the medical billing.  Have a nice night!  "See" you tomorrow!

Julie   :cat: 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on November 03, 2011, 02:16:51 am
Good Morning Girls..

Halloween went really well..Tomorrow is my baby girls Birthday she turns 7..I am so behind on crafts but not stressing I will have to take a day and do them..lol..Here is one of the pictures of kids on halloween..Hope all is good xoxoxoxo

How cute!  Happy birthday to your daughter.  I'm behind on crafts too.  We've got to pump it up to get things made for Christmas!   :P
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on November 03, 2011, 02:30:36 am
Julie,

Well the new tires have been purchased and I'll call to get an appointment, hopefully Saturday, to have them mounted and an alignment. 

I only have one more butterfuly hand draw and a syringe draw to complete my Clinical assignments.  I'm hoping to finish them up today or tomorrow.  I'm excited about getting back to wearing normal clothes again.  (We had to wear scrubs ever since we started blood draws.) 

After this task is completed we start urine and fecal testing.  Yummy! 

I think I currently have A's in all classes but I'm going to have to ramp it up in Patho to keep that edge. 

We're hoping to go kayaking on Sunday.  It's supposed to be in the high 60's so we thought we could maybe get one more trip in before we store them for the winter.

Have either you or Roddy sent Randall another email to see if he'll answer?  If he is coming home Saturday it will take him a few days to get back into the swing of things and hear her stories before he can start to resolve anything so hang tight sweetie.  I know you are anxious.  Try to stay positive and busy for just a bit longer.  I'm not trying to downplay your emotions...I know you've been on edge about this for a long time. 

I think Bob is leaving again next week for Las Vegas.  He will be home in time for Thanksgiving though.  My grand-daughter Kaleigh is coming home from California on the 14th and will be visiting me sometime between then and Thanksgiving.  My other daughter, SIL, and two grands are coming in the weekend of Thanksgiving too and I'm hoping to get to see my son in Erie for a day of shopping.  So, I have some busy time coming up.  School is, of course, ramping up too so I'll be extra busy and don't forget crafting, shopping, baking, etc. for the holidays so I hope I'll do better with this trip than I have with some of the others. 

Gotta fly this morning.  Shower, studying, etc.  Take care. 

Kim
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Post by: sarabtrayior on November 03, 2011, 06:33:11 am
I don't usually do blogs, but I am 50, have Multiple Sclerosis and am unable to work outside the home, but i did get a couple of ideas today...
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on November 03, 2011, 09:37:57 am
I don't usually do blogs, but I am 50, have Multiple Sclerosis and am unable to work outside the home, but i did get a couple of ideas today...

Hi and welcome!  It's always nice to have another blogger join in!  I'm glad you got some ideas, too.  I don't know if you've heard of CafeMom but I'm a member in there.  I'm a part of a group called Coping with Chronic Conditions.  I've made friends with several ladies who suffer from anything to everything (like MS, Asthma, Reflux, Fibro, and more.)  They "talk" daily through posts by supporting and encouraging each other, and talking about experiences they've gone through or are going through.  We even talk about the weather, how it may be affecting someone, and so much more.  They even keep up with ones going to the doctor or the hospital.  It would be great to see you if you decide to check it out!!  Hope to get to know you more in here!  Kim's blog is super!  :)

Julie  :)
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Post by: jcribb16 on November 03, 2011, 10:04:21 am
Hi there Kim!

I'm glad you've got those tires and what a relief it will be for you to finally get them mounted and aligned!! 

Bob just got back and has to turn around and leave again - goodness, he's a busy traveler/worker.  Before Roddy retired from the phone company, he went on 2 or 3 trips a year - I may have gone on at least 1 a year, just to do my own thing.  But there were other things either to do or to enjoy while he was gone - I could actually get more work done around the house when he was gone for a few days!  Now that he's retired, he's always around, lol!  Except for the part-time Bus Driver job - he enjoys that.  Speaking of, his bus monitor's sister died this week, and so she won't be there for tomorrow morning's and afternoon's routes.  Since I'm the sub, I need to fill in.  I guess I'm going to leave here at 8:30, right after the morning route, to get my asthma shots (2 hours away) at 10:45, then come right back up to be here by 1:30 to help on his afternoon route. Then I'll be ready to crash tomorrow night.   :P

Yay!  I know you'll be glad to finally finish up those blood draws.  Keep up those A's - that's wonderful! I had wondered if you had to wear scrubs or not - you answered that question before I could remember to ask.  Are you full day tomorrow?  Eewwww... I didn't even think about the urine and fecal tests!   :o

Both Roddy and I had sent another email - since he's not on the ship now - we don't know if he got it or not.  I suppose he could still look on the base's emails but we just don't know.  He's apparently been back at his current base in VA for a couple of days.  Because of knowing how it's usually done, he should be flying out for FL late tomorrow night or early Saturday morning.  We don't expect to hear from him for awhile once he's down there, but he had promised he would contact us before getting down there.  Maybe tonight or tomorrow?  Thanks for the needed encouragement!

Hope your day was productive!  Have a nice evening!  See you tomorrow! :)

Julie  :)
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Post by: golotomer on November 04, 2011, 02:05:57 am
I don't usually do blogs, but I am 50, have Multiple Sclerosis and am unable to work outside the home, but i did get a couple of ideas today...

Hi Sara,

Thanks for stopping by.  Why don't you share your ideas with us?  We'd welcome your company so anytime you feel like stopping by come on in. 

Kim
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Post by: golotomer on November 04, 2011, 02:18:39 am
Julie,

Yes all of Bob's travels are during the winter tour.  His normal track isn't really open during the winter for races so all they can do is a little maintanence or selling of some parts for other people that might be on tour or are working on their equipment.  He will go for 2 - 3 weeks each month from now until about April or May. 

You are right, I can get more done but it gets terribly lonely.  Especially so since I don't really have anyone here that is family and although I have acquaintances I limit myself to just a few friends.  I'm kind of a loner in that aspect. 

I have one girlfriend that I talk to daily by phone, you on here, and of course there is a bit of interacton with people on FB.  I haven't really been on there too often though either.  If I do get on and allow myself to be visible people want to chat and it's not that I'm all that unfriendly but I don't always have time for a long discussion.  Sometimes I just pop in to read and catch up on people but don't spend a long time out there. 

Thank God I do have school though or his traveling would really bug me.  For right now it's okay as I can get a lot of my homework done without feeling as though I'm neglecting him and I do let the house relax more since nobody sees the mess but me. 

My prayers are that you will at least hear from your son by Thanksgiving and that everything will be ironed out by Christmas so you can see the girls. 

Be careful on the bus route today.  I know you are going to be ready to chillax tonight! 

I have an appointment to get the tires mounted and aligned on Saturday.  There is also a big craft fair at the local high school and at least one yard sale that I know of so those two items are on my agenda.  We aren't going to get to kayak since he has to work and then he'll leave before mid-week sometime.

Have to study for an English test this afternoon so I'm outta here.  Hope your day isn't too tiring.

Kim
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Post by: jcribb16 on November 04, 2011, 06:34:56 pm
Kim,

I guess it would get lonely after a bit when he's gone for 2 to 3 weeks each month.  I am similar to you in that I end up more of a loner myself. I enjoy talking with you and there's another member in here where we email once or twice a week.  There's a couple of others in here, too, but we mainly keep up on FB, but limited talk, too. 

I'll be honest, there is one on FB who I've known since junior high school, and I hate to even admit this, but if she comes on, I will usually make myself unavailable for chat.  She's the only reason I do that.  If not, then she always chats at me as soon as I sign in.  I usually hit or miss a couple of my favorite games, respond to posts, share things, send quick notes back and forth with my aunts, cousins, and friends I don't see often, and then I'm done. She's usually on all day and she would keep me on to where I can't get anything done.  She acts like my "mommy hen" and wants to micro-manage my day, lol, and wants to know everything about anything I am doing. A couple of times a week I'll give in and chat, but bless her heart, I don't have time to be on there all day.

I'm glad and relieved you have an appointment for those tires tomorrow.  The craft fair sounds super! We have the annual Pecan Festival here, tomorrow.  I always enjoy going, browsing the craft area, looking at the antique cars, grabbing some popcorn and coke (splurge!!), and checking out what contest and games are going on.  I really want to go - it will determine how I'm doing from my shots.  My daughter volunteered to drive and we could leave as soon as I needed to.  Sounds like a great idea!  The Fair starts Nov. 8, which happens to be my daughter's birthday.  So we're going to go that night since that's what she wants to do. We all like the funnel cake! I like checking out the crafts and gifts, too. She'll be 24 (and she's my youngest - where does time go?)

Thanks for prayers for the situation with Randal. I hope Christmas will work out for seeing him and those girls. 

Hope you did well on your English test. Do you have a lot of studying for the weekend?

Yes, I am "chillaxing" (love that!) tonight. The shots have kicked in with the fatigue and puniness. What's new, though, is that I am aching all over and am very stiff. I guess I'll have to go back and see if this is a side effect I may have skimmed over. I still have the ear problem, which has been included now in their statistics. I am not used to aching like this. :(

I hope your Friday evening was relaxing. Have a great Saturday. I'll try to get in here earlier tomorrow.

Julie :)
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Post by: golotomer on November 05, 2011, 04:01:03 am
Julie,

I hope you get to go to your craft fair today too. 

I came home, feeling totally exhausted.  I've been feeling that way a lot lately.  My legs even get to feeling rubbery.  I had some garlic a friend had given me that is supposed to be planted, after a frost, during the new moon, by November 16th (her recommendation) so I dug up a little area and got that in the ground. 

While I was talking on the phone with a friend I started pulling that morning glory away from the chair on the patio and that started a major clean up project.  It wasn't planned because I definitely didn't think I had the energy to do it when I got home.  I ended up taking all of the vines off the front steps and railing too.  Good thing because now I can decorate the front porch for Christmas. 

Bob and I went out to dinner and were thinking about a movie but decided we were too tired.  We came home, I crashed and he watched an old Jimmy Stewart movie. 

I do have scads of homework for the weekend but will go to the yard sale, craft show and get the tires done this morning before digging into the school work.  I'll probably spend most of the day tomorrow on it too.  I have all of his race gear washed and ready for him to pack.  He has a method to packing that works great for him.  All of the clothes are folded and rolled.  X amount of each clothing type, depending on how many days they are on the road.  He has a bunch of computer gear he takes too so that's all neatly packed.  It's funny but it works for him. 

Well darling I gotta run.  Bob just got up and I want to share a cup of morning coffee with him before we start our day. 

Later!
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Post by: jcribb16 on November 05, 2011, 04:29:53 pm
Hi Kim,

I'm sorry about your exhaustion thing going on.  I know you've got to be tired out with everything on your plate the last several months.  Maybe stress, too?  I hope it gets better for you.  I still have the slight shaking with my arms and legs when I'm doing too much or going past what I can handle.  Just try not to overdo, okay?

Yes, you should have known once you start on something (like pulling morning glory away from the patio chair) that you won't stop unless it's finished, lol.  But on the other hand, now it's ready to be decorated!  Veronica started today with a little decoration - she loves it us here with us and is ready to start getting ready for Christmas so we can enjoy it longer!  She packed up the Halloween items, but we're leaving the pumpkins and leaves and fall candle holders out for Thanksgiving.  She's decorating the fireplace mantel.  The mantel is pretty much Roddy's show-off things (steins, eagles, Randal's Navy pics, and a couple of his Marine mementos.) Veronica and I were in shock, lol, when he told her she could pack up everthing so she could decorate it for Christmas.  After Christmas, his goes back up. 

I ended up not going today.  The aching and stiffness, combined with puny and weak, was a little more than I cared to deal with going anywhere.  All of our windows are open - it's so nice and cool out.  I've got the best spot on the comfy couch with 3 large windows - I love it!  I've been taking Ibuprofen for the aching (800 mgs 3 times a day) and it's helping a little.  I hope this goes away by tomorrow. 

Bob's packing sounds helpful and organized in a way that's easy for him.  I guess he's got it nailed down to exactly what he needs.  He's been to Las Vegas before  hasn't he? 

Speaking of Jimmy Stewart movies, I have a couple of his that I like.  One of them is when he breaks his leg and is stuck home for awhile in his apartment.  He starts spying on everyone in the complex with his binoculars just to pass the time and ends up hearing a woman being killed.  Kind of like an Alfred Hitchcock thriller.  I love the Christmas movie with him, "It's a Wonderful Life."  I've seen him in other movies, but those 2 I have.

It sounds like you have a busy study weekend.  How was your yard sale and craft show?  Did you get some new ideas?  Let me know!  I hope you have a nice Sunday.  Talk to you tomorrow.

Julie  :)   :cat:
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Post by: golotomer on November 06, 2011, 04:40:38 am
Julie, 

I got my tires on the car yesterday and also ended up replacing a tie rod.  There goes the budget but it is driving nicely and I feel much safer for the winter and while Bob is away from home. 

I didn't get much school work done yesterday.  After being out of the house all morning, I just couldn't wrap my head around studying.  I'm hoping for a better day today. 

I looked up the Jimmy Stewart movie you were talking about.  It was called Rear Window.  I think I saw it years ago but it would be neat to watch it again. 

We got a couple of things at the yard sale.  I got a really pretty necklace and a sweater with a black cat silouette with a small ball of unraveled yarn beside it and fish buttons for 2.00.  It has open crochet sleeves and is the Christopher Banks brand name.  It's pretty and will be fun to wear. 

Sorry you didn't get to go on your outing.  Hoping you feel better today and do something fun.  I think I'll feel better if I can just get on top of this homework. 

Have a great afternoon. 

Kim 
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Post by: jcribb16 on November 06, 2011, 01:27:40 pm
Hi Kim,

That was a good deal for those items.  They sound neat!  About the car, I feel safer for you feeling safer (kind of a ramble of words, but you know what I mean.) 

I can't blame you one bit about not studying yesterday.  After all, your brain just plain needed a rest.  Hope it did you good and maybe you can get some done today.  Sunday's are hard, though, for doing things you don't want to do, lol.  I hope you and Bob have a nice day, today.

I'm feeling much better today.  The aching and stiffness are still here, but have eased up quite a bit, with staying on the Ibuprofen.  I'm not as weak either, yay!
The only thing was about 3:30 a.m., was when my reflux kicked in and gave me a hard time, which then started the coughing.  I got up and took a "swig" of Mylanta that I keep in the fridge (Roddy calls it my secret beer drinking, lol.)  I did my inhaler, and after awhile, I had to take the cough medicine.  Finally, about 4:30 things improved.  I hate when that happens.  I shouldn't have eaten pizza for supper but that's what everyone had so I ate it, too.  Next time, I'll put mine up and fix me something else.

All three kitties are surrounding me on the couch.  One's at my feet, one's above my head, and the other is above my feet.  They've all bathed, and each are either purring or cat napping.  What would we do without our little friends?  Two of them came in early this morning checking on me when I was coughing, and stayed with me afterwards. 

We haven't heard from Randal today nor have we seen any updates on his FB page.  The last entry was him coming in today.  It's almost like we can't even welcome him back or be joyful that he's returned because of this horrible situation.  No matter what, though, I am very thankful that he is back on American soil, safe and unharmed.

I hope you have a great rest of the day.   :heart: ya! :)
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Post by: jcribb16 on November 06, 2011, 01:41:19 pm
Kim,

I just checked his and her FB pages - her new profile pic was just changed showing them in the airport hugging.  So he's back - at least that much we know.
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Post by: golotomer on November 07, 2011, 02:44:04 am
Julie,

I'm glad you know that your son is home.  Just a few more days, I would think, and you'll hear from him.  Like you said it's nice to know he is home and safe.

The cat has started coming in the house more now that it's colder.  She still wants to just slink off into the basement though.  She did come to the kitchen doorway and sit for a bit yesterday but she is still not comfortable enough to take up residence on a chair.  It'll take time but she'll settle in I think.  I love the sound of a purring cat and my dogs love the kittie too. 

I finally got a chunk of my homework done yesterday and it was an all day job!  Using my brain wears me out almost as much as physical activity. 

I made a pot of minestrone and it fed us last night and it will again tonight.  No applause though as it's one of those Bear Creek mixes and all I did was add the cooked hamburger and some water and put the lid on the pan but it's really yummy. 

Later lady... Hang in there and think those positive thoughts. 

Kim

 
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Post by: jcribb16 on November 07, 2011, 09:04:04 am
Kim,

It sounds like the kitty is settling in some, at least at her own pace.  Sitting in the kitchen doorway is a nice start, feeling out the atmosphere and what you are doing.  Letting her do her thing is the best thing, since cats are really the "kings" and "queens."  With DIL's cat she left behind with us, she's finally relaxed enough to trust us, especially me.  I've tried to gently work with her and talk to her since we've been up here.  She now meows when she's looking for me - she used to only hiss at anyone who came near (DIL was sweet with her as a kitten but became ugly to her and our other cats later.)  She will rub on my legs every morning and lays at my feet or above my feet on the bed or couch.  I'm able to pick her up now without her struggling to get away.  I'll only hold her a couple of minutes while petting and talking soft to her.  She's relaxed so much more now with that, too, and has only recently started purring.  I'm glad because I just want her to feel loved and wanted and unafraid.

I'm glad you got a chunk of homework done even if it took up a greater part of your day.  I totally agree with what studying does to the brain and wearing out!

Your minestrone sounds easy and yummy!  Anything that easy to make is right up my alley, lol!!  We all like Hamburger Helper enough, but picky Roddy only likes the southwestern/mexican flavored one.  That one is too spicy for my reflux, so I'll usually fix the cheeseburger or triple cheese cheeseburger for me. 

I'm working on my SSDI appeal this week.  We're checking out attorneys around here.  There are some good ones where we lived out of state, but they also work in this state, so I'm looking at them, too.  Then we'll file the appeal online.

I hope you have a great day, and a nice evening!  Talk to you later.

Julie  :)
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Post by: golotomer on November 08, 2011, 01:34:42 am
Julie,

I didn't realize it was your daughters birthday until you posted something on FB.  Happy Birthday wishes again.  Doing anything special? 

I was up an hour before my alarm.  I'm having a problem getting used to the time change. 

Good luck on getting the SSDI in place.  You deserve it. 

The little one is coming this morning and I will be watching her Friday since I'm off school.  Bob will leave today and get the truck in Erie then he'll stay the night at home and leave here tomorrow morning.  I think my son is coming this weekend and I'm supposed to help a friend in the Paint the Town project.  There is a 1000 price that she is trying to win but has no transportation.  She is a good artist though so I think she has a chance.  I will help her with the painting but just sort of coloring in the lines that she has drawn.  It's all done on storefront windows and we're not sure which business we're doing until we get there on Saturday. 

Another busy weekend.  I just have to make sure I get all my homework squeezed in somewhere. 

Toodles for now.

Kim
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Post by: jcribb16 on November 08, 2011, 11:50:46 am
Hi Kim,

Thanks for the birthday wishes to Veronica.  She was pleasantly surprised when she saw your post.  Our fair starts tonight and she wants us to go with her so we are doing that.  This is the one time a year we like to get a funnel cake there!  Then she and her dad love to bring home a few bags of cotton candy to hold them for a day or so, lol.  I like to check out any crafts or scarves and gloves they may have.  It's not like I have any money, though! :(

Busy day here.  I'm watching the little fella this afternoon and then tomorrow through Friday.  Her hubby's gone out of town again.  He's sweet, but as you know, they keep us on our toes!  I moved my laptop and a few things for him out to the screened-in porch because he wanted to play out there.  When I'm set up and ready to type, he goes back in and wants to play in there, lol.  I told him, after several times, that if I go in with all of our stuff, I'm not coming back out.  We played some and now I'm back to typing this.  Think I'll get through before he's ready to go back in?  Ha Ha!

Veronica's brother hasn't even called her or texted her for her birthday.  I feel bad for her - she has always looked up to her big (oldest) brother, and has suffered a lot of disappointments from him lately.  We've got each other's backs, though.

You definitely have a busy weekend ahead.  Bravo for helping your friend!  You enjoy that kind of thing anyway.  Hope you have fun and I'll keep my fingers crossed for her!!

Gotta go run after him again!  Talk with ya later!

Julie  :)
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Post by: Tooee on November 08, 2011, 12:28:13 pm
Hi  :wave: I'm Susan, 58 and disabled. Im looking for various ways to make a few dollars on the internet. I found Fusion Cash just yesterday. I really like it! I'm married with 6 grown kids and a bunch of grandkids  ;D.
I probably spend way to much time on this PC. I do like to crochet and do plastic canvas art.
I'm learning to play the guitar.
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Post by: jcribb16 on November 08, 2011, 12:47:29 pm
Hi  :wave: I'm Susan, 58 and disabled. Im looking for various ways to make a few dollars on the internet. I found Fusion Cash just yesterday. I really like it! I'm married with 6 grown kids and a bunch of grandkids  ;D.
I probably spend way to much time on this PC. I do like to crochet and do plastic canvas art.
I'm learning to play the guitar.

Hi Susan!  Welcome to Fusion Cash!  I have 3 grown kids and 2 granddaughters.  I enjoy being on the computer, making whatever cash I can, keeping up with friends, and playing a couple of games.  I hope you enjoy Fusion Cash and it's nice to have you drop in here today!  I play the guitar - have been for years.  That's great you are learning to play it.  The main thing in the beginning is learning chords, where to place those fingers, and then letting the finger tips get tough enough where it won't hurt you much anymore!  Good luck and have fun learning!  Please drop in whenever you'd like!! Hope to see you again!

Julie  :)   :cat:
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Post by: golotomer on November 09, 2011, 02:01:29 am
Hi  :wave: I'm Susan, 58 and disabled. Im looking for various ways to make a few dollars on the internet. I found Fusion Cash just yesterday. I really like it! I'm married with 6 grown kids and a bunch of grandkids  ;D.
I probably spend way to much time on this PC. I do like to crochet and do plastic canvas art.
I'm learning to play the guitar.

Hi Tooee,  Glad you stopped by to say hello.  I'm envious of being able to play the quitar.  I love to hear it and would love to learn how but never had the opportunity.  My fingers are so little I have a hard time stretching to reach the strings.  I love to crochet and do plastic canvas too.  I spend too much time on the pc too, even though I'm in school and have to study.  I'd get more done if I would just walk away from the pc games. 

I hope you stop by again.  Visit often! 

Kim
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Post by: golotomer on November 09, 2011, 02:12:02 am
Good morning Julie,

I hope Veronica heard from her brother before days end.  Otherwise did she have a good birthday? 

We watched "the little one" yesterday and she was a handful for some reason.  Not bad just needy.  She wanted our undivided attention all day.  Don't know what's gotten into her.  I'll have her again Friday so I'll see if she acts any differently.  We created a monster though.  She had never tried garlic bread and when she smelled it baking she asked to try it and went wild over it.  She loves bread anyhow and will go the and get a piece to gnaw on without asking or saying a word.  (I don't care but feel like if she is hungry she needs something more substantial.)  She will often ask for just buttered bread for breakfast or lunch. 

It sounds like you had you had you had your hands full with your little guy too.  Maybe it's the full-moon?  It seems like the animals, Bob, Amya and even I have been antsy the past few days.  There is a tension around things and people that I'm feeling.  I even checked my biorhythm's last night to see what's going on as I've been so tired and feeling on edge.  It shows that I certainly was on an downswing with energy and a high on emotions but it's suppose to change this next week.  Unfortunately it shows that Bob's energy levels are going to go down.  I'm curious to see how this shakes out.   :-

He leaves today for Erie.  They didn't have the truck ready yesterday for him to pick up.  I plan on diving into the books as soon as I get home tonight and really working it for the next few days.  I want to decorate this weekend and had him get the Christmas boxes from the attic last night. 

I'm not sure if we'll be doing the windows as my friend, Rose, hasn't heard anything about her application yet.  She is going to call today to see what's up.  If her entry is selected we will go buy the paints today after school. 

Someone said on FB that they were in Walmart last night and they are already playing Christmas music.  The holidays are crashing down around me and I don't have anything much made yet.  I have to get revved! 

Later girlfriend. 

Kim
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Post by: jcribb16 on November 09, 2011, 01:39:02 pm
Hi ya Kim,

Randal didn't call or text his sister but she still had a great birthday.  She's hurt and ticked but she said if he wants to "play that game, she will too."  We ended up postponing going to the fair until tomorrow night.  Last night was actually the first night and someone called to let us know it was way too crowded if we would rather wait. 

Yes, this little fella is much more busier than before.  He doesn't want to play with toys in the box - he wants to touch and play with everything that he knows is a no-no, lol.  I am constantly up and down, pant-gasp, pant-gasp.  I took an empty Christmas decorations little box and put some cars and blocks in it, then set the box near some other boxes.  Sure enough, a little bit later, he took the bait and snuck over, picked it up started taking the toys out and putting them back in.  I pretended like I didn't notice. Lol....

I cannot believe how tired I was last night!  I know I fatigue easy, but last night was the pits.  I had gotten a headache in the afternoon and was a bit tired.  After Vee's supper and her other brother and I cleaned up, I sat down to do some things on the computer.  Next thing I know it's 4:30 in the morning and I'm having a slight reflux/coughing spell.  Hubby comes in to check on me.  I had totally not taken my bedtime pills last night (one for reflux.) He said that both he and Vee tried their best to wake me to get ready for bed and I just wouldn't wake up or was out of it so much I wasn't comprehending.  She took the computer away and put it up for me, covered me up (on the couch) and let me sleep on.  This was around 7:00 last night. 

That's good Bob got the decorations down for you before leaving.  Roddy and Veronica got ours out this past weekend.  She's already started on some things - she loves decorating anyway. 

A previous 2nd and 3rd grade student [I moved up with that class that year; she's in 9th grade this year - feel old :( ], said the same thing.  She had gone shopping with her mom Monday.  She was complaining about Thanksgiving being ignored basically.  I agreed with her and told her that it seemed money was the focus instead of promoting thankfulness.  She told me her favorite commercial for Thanksgiving was the one with the Pilgrim man and wife salt/pepper shakers and showing how important family togetherness is.  It hasn't been on for a few years (at least down here.)  So many students of today don't even know what the history is behind Thanksgiving.  Sad...

That's pretty neat finding out Amya likes garlic bread.  Does she generally eat pretty well or is she picky?  Our DIL is the one who is so picky about what they can and can't have, yet she's not consistent about it.  She doesn't like mustard so she refuses to buy it.  Randal has always liked it but she told him to "suck it up and quit being a baby."  So no one gets mustard.  She tells everyone not to give them candy (just being spiteful) but will turn around and give it to them anyway and then yell at them for their hands and face being too sticky..  Ok, enough of my soapbox - thanks for letting me vent some!

I hope your friend, Rose, heard something today.  That would be a shame if she couldn't share her creativity, and even more so to not have a chance at the prize.

Hope you get some studying in like you want.  Remember to take some "you" time, okay?  It's taken me at least an hour to get this typed, for having to get up and down, play some, change diapers, feed snack/drink, etc.!  So if there are repeats and errors you know why, lol!!

Later my friend,

Julie  :cat:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on November 10, 2011, 01:42:38 am
Julie,

I feel so bad that your son is so out of touch with everyone.  That woman really has a grip on him and she sounds like the most irritating of people! 

It sounds like your little guy is becoming a real hand full.  If you are going to continue to watch him you are going to have to become real creative in coming up with things for him to do that keeps him occupied.  He must be getting real comfortable with coming to your house and now the real little being is showing up.   :angel11:  If he thinks it's something he isn't supposed to play with it will keep him occupied a little longer it seems.

Amya is somewhat picky.  She will tell me she doesn't like something but then when she tries it she ends up loving it and eats with gusto.  So far she doesn't like meatballs and frozen grapes but has managed to turn it around to loving them.  The one thing she is still standing strong on is not liking oyster crackers.  She loves saltines but won't even nibble on a piece of oyster cracker to see that it is a saltine!  She equates the word oyster with yuk.  I made her a bowl of progresso chicken noodles one day and thought she'd turn her nose up at the larger chunks of carrots and celery only to find out that it was the oyster crackers that were the deal breaker. 

Rose did hear that her sketch was accepted.  We are suppose to be downtown at 8 on Saturday.  I'll probably take her to pick up the paint supplies tonight. 

The SD texted last night to ask if she and Amya could just spend the night here tonight.  She is on call at the hospital tonight and I was going to watch Amya tomorrow anyhow so they will just stay here and that way she can just sleep in tomorrow.  I'm going to try to clean my food cabinets and the broom closet out while I'm watching her tomorrow and get some dusting, sweeping, etc done in the upstairs.  Did I mention I'm off school for Veterans Day?  I have some crocheting to do too.  My grandson informed me yesterday that he would like a sock monkey hat with the ear lugs and braided ties on it for Christmas so I'm on the prowl for a crochet pattern for that.  I'm currently making Amya a crocheted hat with kitty ears and a pair of mittens and I'm looking for a pattern for another ear lug hat for my grand-daughter (who is 17). 

I finished the first book of the Hunger Games yesterday.  A very good read.  The movie is supposed to come out later this month and I want to see that.  I think I'll start on the Help next.  People are telling me it is very good too.  I get a little reading in between classes at school.  It takes me a good while to read a book but a page here and there adds up eventually. 

Bob was going to drive until Midnight last night.  When I last talked to him around 9 he was in Indiana.  I'm supposed to call him at 6 and wake him.  He was just going to hunker down with a couple of sleeping bags and sleep on the front seat of the truck.  They would pay for a room for him but he is frugal.  He said his boss (the one for his road travels) was going to give a power point demonstration today for the owners of the track (where he works during the warm weather months here) and make them an offer to manage the track here and make changes that would earn more monies.  If they get to manage this track they would change his position to managing the pro shop.  He'd be good at it and could really help them turn a profit.  It would be less physical on him too which would make me happy.  I really want him to slow down some.  He'd still travel during the winter tour but it would make his spring and summers more enjoyable.  I'm really hoping they get to make the changes they want.  If we start Amya racing next spring we will pull my camper over to the track and just let it sit there.  We'd probably be there every weekend and it would give him a home away from home for during the days.  I pray this happens!

Well I hope you hear from Randal and that you get to the fair tonight.  We had rain and it's gotten much colder here.  I think there are snow flurries predicted.  Hope your weather is good for the fair. 

Tata for now
 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on November 10, 2011, 02:17:32 pm
Kim,

Well my computer crashed again this morning.  My son had to re-program it from the beginning of when I first got this laptop.  I'm trying to figure out if this same virus is coming from the paid emails or FB games or even my IncrediMail.  This is the 2nd time in 2 months that this has happened.  Once again, I've lost pictures and saved bookmarks and some email addresses. :(

Yes, he is becoming very comfortable here now.  I let him help with some things, like carrying washcloths, from the dryer.  I stripped the paper off of old medicine bottles and put pennies in them.  He loves to shake them and I have to shake one, too.  He's starting to potty train himself - I have to stay on top of things if he has a messy diaper.  If not, he will pull the velcro apart and start to pull the diaper off.  His mom is working with him - he's picking the idea up fast!
We've got blocks, cars, foam letters/numbers, stuffed animals, big-piece puzzles, etc.  If I play with him he's fine with all of it.  If I go to do something else that's when he wants to plunder.  His mom said at home the other day, he had found a key and had managed to pull the outlet cover off and was sticking it in and out.  He was getting buzzed each time.  She said he wasn't even crying either. 

You know, I may not have work right now, but it seems like I may be babysitting him one to two weeks a month, when dad goes out of town, and for pay.  Then today, a teacher friend of mine asked if I could start watching her grandbaby (10 mos.) once a week.  We all go to the same church.  This would be for pay, too.  I don't mind, but I don't have the stamina to do any more than that, period.  But every little bit helps.

Nice weather for the fair!  A cold front has been coming in since this morning and it's going to be in the 50s while we are there, including a nice breeze.  I love it!

Still nothing from Randal.  But he changed his profile pic on FB to him and the two girls at the airport.  You can probably pull him up, too.  The older one looks like she is holding a homemade welcome home sign.  My MIL and my SIL called me yesterday - both are trying to show their support, encouragement, and love for us.  That was very sweet of them and it helps.  It helps to be able to "talk" to you about it, too!

Alright, they are ready to go so I've got to get off now.  I finally just got back on, lol!

Have a great night!  Oh and I hope all goes okay with SD staying over. 

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on November 11, 2011, 01:50:57 am
Julie,

Sorry about your computer crashing.  It is irritating for sure.  Computers have become such an integral part of our life that it's like going without water.   ;D

I'm not good about backing stuff up either so I usually lose something when mine goes down.  Mine is due for an upgrade too.  This one is getting old and every once in a while it just freezes up on me.  At least I have a guru living in the house, and several other computers, so I shouldn't be down long once the crash happens. 

It does seem as though you are as busy as if you were working and as long as there is at least some money coming in it's a help.  Just don't over do it. 

I'll get out there and take a  look at Randalls FB page too and take a peek at the girls. 

I took Rose to get the paints yesterday and we had lunch at Hot Head Burritos.  Once I got home, about 3, I hit the homework and worked until 9.  Bob made it to Albequerque about 1 in the morning.  I had talked to him at 9, before I went to bed, and made him promise to call me when he bedded down for the night.  He will have another 7-800 miles to get to Vegas tonight. 

Jess, the SD, and Amya ended up not staying last night.  I could have gone the extra mile and kept Amya but I had so much homework I just didn't offer.  She will be with me today though.  I still have quite a bit of homework to do and am going to try to get some of it down this morning before she gets here and hopefully some through the day if she naps or occupies herself.  I plan on cleaning out the fridge, rearranging the food cabinets, the broom closet and getting some dusting/cleaning done too.  Tomorrow we do the windows at 8 in the morning and I'll still have the afternoon for homework.  I got some stiff papers with neat prints on them and want to make some of the folded Moravian stars for Christmas gifts.  I will put fishing line on them so they can be hung from the walls.  Then more homework I expect. 

Sunday my son and his fiance are coming to visit.  They haven't seen my new camper yet so I left the cover off of it and after they've had a peek I'm going to see if my son and I can't go ahead and cover it.  They will be taking his dog back to Erie with them so I'll be down to one dog and one cat.  His dog is the one that trys to crawl inside your skin with you anytime you are sitting or laying down so it will be a change not having her around.  My older dog likes attention, of course, but she is content to crawl up behind you on the couch and lay on the pillows and isn't constantly in your face.  I will have to pay more attention to her though as she won't have her daughter/buddy to play with anymore.  The other dog should be fine as my son will be more active and they have their kitten to play with.  I will miss her though.  She has the sweetest little face. 

Running off to hit the homework, AGAIN.  Hope your evening at the fair was fun and I'll be waiting to hear about it. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on November 11, 2011, 03:24:45 pm
Hi Kim,

We did have fun at the fair.  It was around 64 when we left home to go there.  Once we were in the fair, we ordered food and while eating, the wind picked up, and we could feel the temperature dropping.  It dropped to about 56 and with the wind blowing strong, it turned flat cold.  Roddy had 3 shirts on (2 were sweatshirts) and sweat under his pants.  He's gotten so cold-natured so it didn't take long for him to be cold.  I'm just glad I actually took a heavy sweater and scarf!  I haven't been getting hot flashes much anymore so it doesn't take as much now to get me cold, lol.  We had fun browsing through everything, checking out the live music, seeing new rides that have come out.  We feel complete now since we went and got our funnel cakes, brought home candy apples and cotton candy.  They have free funnel cakes tonight.  The fella I've been watching's mom invited Veronica to go with her and the kids tonight.  She actually got free tickets for them!

He started calling me "Ju-Ju" as of yesterday.  That's pretty neat.  When his mom picked him up this afternoon, he came back and hugged me and said "Bye bye Ju-Ju."  Then he threw me a kiss.  Little charmer!!  I pulled out the big bag of mega legos today for him (I had forgotten we keep them in Roddy's office.)  When he got here and saw them he kept saying "Ah-hah Ah-hah!"  We played together for awhile then he helped me pick them up.  Then a few minutes later the bag was emptied today.  But, hey, he had fun.

Speaking about not backing up stuff, do you happen to still have the copy of the email I sent you?  If so, would you mind forwarding it to me?  I meant to print it out to save in my folder since I had actually taken time to go into some detail.  The book idea you mentioned sounds like a faint possibility and it would help to have that as a start to go from there with filling in areas.  The diaries I mentioned to you - do you think they could be incorporated into a section of a book?  I know how girls like to keep diaries, but I'd like some thoughts on it.  If you don't still have it, that's okay.  I know I can go back and work on it again.

That's great about Rose for tomorrow.  I wish her the best and it's really nice of you to help her!

I hope Bob has gotten or will get to Vegas soon.  You are doing pretty good with having some quality study time.  It feels so much better to be a little more prepared and on top of things.  I hope you and Amya had a good day together, too.  Those Moravian stars sound like nice Christmas gifts.  I take it that they aren't too hard or time-consuming? 

That would be helpful for you if your son can help you go ahead and cover the camper.  I'm glad they are coming to visit with you.  I imagine your son's dog is going to miss you, too!

Still no word from Randal.  What's sad, too, is he doesn't know that we know he's back.  And everyone around him down there, especially her family are all celebrating his welcome back.  It's like we are not allowed to do that or else it's like we are just forgotten.  I'm sorry, Kim, but I just had to get that off of my chest.  I know or hope that things will change, and soon, but it sure doesn't seem like it. 

Alrighty then, you have a great night and I know you have a busy day tomorrow, so have fun, enjoy yourself, and I'll "see" you sometime during the day!!

Julie  :) 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on November 12, 2011, 02:30:39 am
JuJu,

Glad you had a good time at the fair.  Right now 50 degree weather sounds warm to me.  We had snow yesterday morning.  We got about an inch but it all melted off by afternoon.  Still..it has begun and this is Pennsylvania so I expect more of the same. 

Bob made it to Arizona last night.  He is only about 100 miles away from his destination but he was tired and will drive the rest of the way this morning and meet up with the rest of the crew.  The tent will be up by tonight and he can finally get to a hotel and take a shower.  He has been sleeping in double sleeping bags in the truck for the last couple of days and only washing up in restrooms. 

I do still have that email and forwarded it back to you.  I do think you should write a book, or if nothing else a blog, where you talk about what happened.  It may give someone the needed advice to help themself out of a situation.  I still need to answer you better on that message and tell you a few more things. 

I can't imagine that Randal is thinking you don't know he is back.  He knows he had told you when he was scheduled back and he also knows the wonder of Facebook.  I think it will just take time for all of the discussions between him and his wife to ensue.  So many people and so little time.  Surely the holiday will make him think in terms of family and he'll reach out. 

I got a lot done yesterday.  I did a bunch of homework, cleaned my entire kitchen counter area including the toaster, reorganized a can cabinet, cleaned the fridge and knocked a few dust bunnies around. 

I did fold some of the stars but got frustrated as they aren't real uniform.  I found a video for a different star that requires five pieces of paper but is more uniform so I'm going to try those next.  I hadn't purchased 5 of any one design so I'm going to the craft store today and buying some more paper.  I've been getting the sheets for 50 cents each so the price has gone up to 2.50 per star but I think they will be much neater and possibly bigger.  More for wall hanging or hanging from a window which is what I want.  Here is a link to the video.

http://foldsomething.com/2011/origami-videos/modular-star-5-point-raised/

I also started working on a rug.  This pattern is so easy and you use two strands of yarn.  I'm using white as one of the colors the entire way through but using up various colors of scrap yarn as the second color.  They end up looking like an amish braided rug except that I"m making mine rectangular.  If you interested I'd be glad to send you that pattern, or post it here, and I even have a video on youtube that shows the stitch.  I made it and posted it because a friend couldn't remember how to do the first few stitches of each row and I couldn't get with her in the flesh to show her. 

I'm taking Rose to do the window this morning.  I will be taking pictures and posting to FB so keep an eye out.  She is a wonderful artist and has such a story about her life.  I'd invite her to blog with us and tell her story but she isn't very good at typing and is even worse at spelling.  She was raised the first few years of her life in Vietnam and never learned to read or write English very well.  She just kind of got lost in the school system when she came to the US.  She passed her classes but didn't learn properly. She speaks pretty well but will often use words incorrectly.  She is smart enough but nobody ever took the time to teach her any differently.  I try to help her with certain things and provide her with tools for her computer to tutor her.  That is a story for a personal email though. 


I'm also taking a thermos of coffee and dressing warm this morning.  I hope they let us paint on the inside of windows instead of the out but then that makes it more difficult for Rose as she has to work backwards.  I'll send you a copy of the sketch she submitted when she applied to enter the contest.  That way you can compare it to the finished work.  The only painting I will do is helping her put on the first few coats of background colors for the sky and snow.  Paint by numbers I can do! 

TTYL, 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on November 12, 2011, 04:10:16 pm
Hi Dianna!

We've missed you lately!  I noticed on FB you have still not been feeling great and still on some medicine.  I sure hope you are okay.  I hope you feel beeter soon - take care of yourself!

Julie :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on November 12, 2011, 05:11:59 pm
Hi Kim,

Thank you for forwarding the email to me.  I really appreciate that. 

It went down to 29 here last night!  Brrrr....!  Since my being too hot all of the time has been going away for the past couple of months, my hubby has been calling me a wimp lately with the cold.  I've actually been kind of on the cold side this week in particular - I've kind of forgotten what it was like to be cold!  I'm glad though, because I cannot stand those hot flashes. 

I guess Bob is finally there tonight - I'm sure he's relieved and will be glad to take a real shower and sleep in a real bed.

You did get a lot done yesterday, including the homework!  My goals this coming week are to clean and wipe down the fridge inside and out, clean the island counter, and I really want to get the floors mopped.  I cleaned and rearranged the pantry this past week and cleaned the bathrooms (ugghhh...)  I would also like to get the carpets deep cleaned but that will have to wait a little bit longer.

Our next door neighbors had a barbecue this afternoon and invited all of the neighbors who helped the day their home burned and afterwards with bringing stuff to give them.  He smoked all of the meat (chicken, ribs, and pork) and there were potota salad, baked beans, and a vegetable tray.  He had a campfire going the whole time and everyone sat in a circle around it enjoying the heat from it.  The food was great!  The only thing for me is I had to sit back and a little ways away because they all smoked except for 2 others, and they sat back, too.  But everyone had a nice time.  When I got back I put on my flannel pj's and now I'm comfy.

I like that site you provided - that looks really neat making the stars.  Also, I would really like to have the pattern for the rug - I think I could handle trying that with your guidance!

Rose sounds like a lovely person.  That's sad about not getting the grounding in English.  She's really fortunate to have someone like you to help her like you are doing.  I'll make sure to look for the pictures on FB from today.  And thank you for sending me a copy of the sketch.  I'll look forward to it!

By the way, I just noticed the JuJu for your intro, lol!  You are funny! 

Hope you are enjoying your evening.  With this time change and darkness coming earlier, it seems so late now at night.  Have a nice Sunday.  Talk with you later,

Julie   :cat:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on November 13, 2011, 04:42:18 am
Morning Juju. (sorry can't stop calling you that)

I slept in this morning.  Didn't get up until 7.  Feel like a lazy bum. 

That was nice of the neighbors to have the cookout.  I'm sure they appreciate what everybody did for them. 

I love campfires but they make my allergies kick up.  I have three burn piles in the yard and haven't lit the fires because of that...well and I'm waiting on the right weather. 

I will mail you the rug pattern.  Once you get the hang of it there is no counting so it's something you can work on and not have to think.

Well darling, I'm off to do some of my other projects so I'll talk at you later.  Email coming soon about Rose. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: acurtsinger2 on November 13, 2011, 05:52:40 am
hi my name is alicia and i like doing some of the things that you do (i never learned to knit though).  i have 4 grandkids and one on the way and i'm glad i'm a young grandma because they take a lot of time and energy.
I'm always looking for a place to blog and discuss things on my mind or that of my friends.  What better place than here! 

A little about myself, I'm 56 years old, currently unemployed and trying to stay afloat in today's economy.  I always was very frugal minded and have been participating in and honing my skills in voluntary simplicity for many years. 

I'm planning on going back to school as of February for Medical Assistant in hopes that a job in the medical field will be easier to find that one in IT where I used to work. 

I knit, crochet, work on genealogy, raise three fur babies and spend a lot of time on the computer playing games or chatting with friends on social networks. 

I'm also looking for a new friend or new project to keep me busy. 

Tell me a little about yourself and let's chat.
h
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on November 13, 2011, 06:17:01 am
Hi Alicia,

Nice to meet you.  Yes those grandkids do take a bunch of energy!  We watch one of ours, 4 years old, twice a week.  She keeps us stepping. 

Are you working on any crochet projects for the holidays?

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on November 13, 2011, 01:49:22 pm
Alicia,

Hi, welcome, and it's great to meet you!  I have 2 granddaughters, ages 7 yrs. and 3 yrs.!  I agree with you wholeheartedly about their abundance of energy!!  Hope to see you again!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on November 13, 2011, 02:21:33 pm
Hi Kim aka Kat!

Even though you slept in (from when you normally get up) 7:00 is still pretty early in the morn.!  I'm glad you got to, though - you've more than earned it!

The barbecue was pretty nice.  Johnny did very good with the meats.  They made everyone take some home with them - there was that much still left.  About the campfire, I made sure to sit on the side away from which the wind blew the smoke.  Those who were smoking were on the smoke side.  I had already been coughing for a bit when sitting out there (some of the meat smoke got to me) so I did my inhaler and took some off brand cough syrup, then had some cough drops on hand.  But it was nice.  One neat thing was during the bbq, the flocks and flocks of European Starlings were migrating through all afternoon.  They were landing in a couple of our trees at the woods and a couple of the neighbor's trees.  It looked like tinsel all hanging off of Christmas trees.  They would take off, go in circles, mix up, land, over and over.  They are the dark blue with the whitish specks all over their top and wings.  They are gone today.  That was neat, though!

Thanks for mailing the rug pattern.  That should be fun and something new for me to do.  I'll watch for the email of Rose.  I haven't even checked my email yet today.

Enjoy your Sunday!  Talk to you later!  By the way, it was nice "chatting" with you last night on FB.  We were finally on at the same time.

JuJu  :)

I guess that's my new name now, lol!!  They are calling me that at home, too!! :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on November 14, 2011, 01:49:58 am
Hi Julie,

The starlings are neat to see.  Did you see on the news last week where the couple in Ireland (I think) filmed a bunch of migrating starlings that were doing a flight that looked like waves?  There were millions of them. 

I can't find the exact video but here is one done to the music of Canon. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eakKfY5aHmY&feature=related

My son came and got his dog last night.  I had a little coat for her and she looked so cute.  They'll be down next week for Thanksgiving and said they'd bring her.  I told them if it doesn't work out I'd take her back. 

I can't believe it's Monday already and the start of another week.  I'm once again ready for a longer break.  One and half weeks and I'll get five days. 

Off to work on some English.  Let me know if you need help with that rug pattern.  Catching the first stitch is the hardest part.  It really doesn't look like a stitch but is and if you don't catch it the rug won't stay straight.  Here is the Youtube video I did for Irene so she could remember the stitch.  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wroMWtkl6fg
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on November 14, 2011, 01:51:54 am
Sorry didn't mean to end that post so abrubtly.  I hit the post button without thinking. 

Tata for now. 

 :cat:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on November 14, 2011, 04:34:22 pm
Hi Kim,

That was an awesome video of the starlings - they don't even realize what an entertaining show they are putting on.  Thanks for the link.  Also thanks for the link for the stitching.  Lol, I would have to restart it over and over until I get it!!  And then you get faster, ha ha!  I'm glad to have it.  I subscribed to you for any other videos like that you may do.

That's sweet of you to offer to take his dog back if it doesn't work out.  I hope it does, but at least he knows you're there.  I hope you had a nice visit with them.  Have you heard from Bob?  I guess he's really busy with work.

Yes, another Monday, lol!  It was a draggy morning, yuck.  I'm going to the dr. tomorrow - she's going to listen to my chest and breathing.  The coughing is still constant, my eyes are swollen and hurting, and my chest is aching.  When I breathe, there is crackling/wheezing.  Maybe it's just a sinus infection and it's triggering the other stuff.  It makes me nauseated, too.  Oh, well - enough of that!!

Hope your studies and classes are still going pretty good for you.  Do they give you Thanksgiving week off or just the couple of days?  I know you are ready for some time off again.

I didn't get too much accomplished today like I wanted.  But I did manage to make 2 pitchers of tea (for them), wash and dry the dishes, and cook supper.  Veronica likes to cook and so she does about 4 nights of it, and I do some, and Roddy likes to cook, too, sometimes.  It's the cleaning up no one likes, lol, but I've always said in our home that whoever cooks doesn't have to clean up afterwards.  That way everybody has to do something to help.  It works!

Have a nice Tuesday and I'll talk with you later!!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on November 15, 2011, 01:53:32 am
Julie, 

I saw that someone subscribed to my videos but it wasn't your name.  It had a picture of a soldier.  Is that you?  I don't post much to YouTube.  I've done a few videos of my grandkids and that's about it. 

I will get about 5 days off at Thanksgiving (including the weekend).  The bigger break will come at Christmas.  One we return on January 2 we will only have another two weeks of school and the semester will end on the 17th.  I have to apply for and and start my internship by then. 

I hear from Bob briefly a couple of times a day.  He is 3 hours behind me so it makes it a tad difficult. 

We had bad storms last night.  My grand-daughter, Kaleigh, was flying in from San Diego and landing in Cleveland.  I haven't heard from her but am assuming everything went well.  She wasn't scheduled to land until 10 last night and by then everything had calmed down.  She will be home until the 28th and has a bunch of family to visit so I won't see much of her but Treven's family lives in my area so they'll probably call my house home base a couple of nights. 

Indy is now sleeping with me in the bed.  I don't know if Bob will allow it once he gets home but I wanted to transition her to being alone by at least letting her sleep with me.  Both dogs used to sleep with me but we started making them a bed on the floor because Sunshine would snuggle so close to me that I couldn't roll over and it was disrupting my sleep.  Indy though will lay on the bottom of the bed and you never know she is there so he might allow it.  The only other thing is that she has allergeries and has a sort of doggy smell to her.  Maybe if I lay her blanket there, instead of her laying on the coverlet, it would be okay.  He asked me if I had allowed her to sleep with me once Sunshine left and I admitted I had.  He said he would see how it went when he got home.   :dog:

Short day at school today and I'm glad.  I started to get a few Christmas things out last night and if it doesn't rain I might put them up today.  I have a test to study for too and the house is starting to look a bit shabby so I need to do some maintenance.  It's trash night too so the cans have to be pushed to the end of the driveway.  What a job when you have a bunch of snow but so far we're just wet.  And I do mean wet.  The breezeway carpet is soaked this morning from all the wind and rain. 

That crackling and wheezing doesn't sound good.  I hope the doctor can prescribe something to help you. 

Question?  Do you play that Ravensskeye City on FB?  (Is that even the name of it?)  I just started playing but I'm really not sure what I'm doing and thought maybe you could offer some advice.

TTYL, 

Kat
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on November 15, 2011, 05:53:21 pm
Kat,

I started playing the Ravenskeye recently but haven't been in for a couple of weeks.  However I still send people things they request of me - I sent you one Monday night.  It's like an extension game of Ravenwood Fair, which is one of my favorite games.  I noticed on Ravenskeye, that they guide you through when you are first starting.  There are goals to achieve, and a lot of your time at first will be to clear out all of those vines and weeds.  That gives you a lot of your points.  Visiting other player friends is good too, because you gain energy and points for visiting them and helping to clear their area (you are given free energy - 5 I think, to clear your neighbors - they don't take the energy from yours.)  On the top left they will list goals you need to achieve or buildings to build, etc.  I'll try to get back in so I can catch up some.  Let me know if you get stuck.  I'll send things to you for whatever you request!

I ended up not going to the doctor today.  I have 25 dollars to my name, and even though that would have gotten me down there and back, I wouldn't have anything for emergencies, or a small bill I could pay.  They were really nice about it.  I told them that and that I felt so lousy I just didn't feel up to going down there and back.  I told them I'm coming on Dec. 2nd to get my Xolair shots, so they switched my appt. to that day so I can make both in one trip.  If I get worse I'll go to the Urgent Care here - I went there one other time when I had bronchitis that he thought was going to go into pneumonia.  I don't have to pay a co-pay either since they bill the insurance first.  So, after a bad cough/asthma attack around noon, I did my inhaler, took my cough medicine, plus a Benadryl, and finally, about an hour later, all was quiet with me.  I rested for a couple of hours, because if I got up to move around, the cough would start back.  I hate having all of this, but I do know people who are worse off than I am, so I remind myself to be thankful it's not worse than it is.

Your "landing pad" sounds like it's going to be busy over the Thanksgiving holidays.  But, that's nice that they are going to spend time with you.  We're all going to my MIL's (she's hoping Randal will bring the girls and show up, but as of now, that seems like a big if...) and then to my FIL's for a short visit before heading back.  I love visiting Roddy's family.  We all have a nice time.  My MIL and SIL have been checking on me every few days, too.

There is a buyer for my mom's house.  The only thing left to finish is part of the roof - to repair where a leak is, and to replace shingles.  So that's good news.

I'm glad your storms weren't too bad and I hope Kaleigh made it fine.  I like her name - it's pretty.  Veronica's middle name is Leigh.

Indy sounds sweet  At least Bob is giving it a chance about him sleeping in the bed.  I hope it works out okay, for her sake.

That's not me with the picture of a soldier.  Mine is jcribb16. 

I hope you had a great evening and I'll "see" you tomorrow!

JuJu  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on November 16, 2011, 02:16:06 am
Julie,

I don't like that the lack of money is keeping you from getting the tests and/or treatments you need.  Will you get some money from the sale of your mom's home that will hold you over until your SSDI is approved? 

Yes it seems as though it's going to be pretty busy around here over Thanksgiving.  I'm not really planning a meal as we don't know what everyone's schedule will be.  My son and his finace will eat dinner at her mother's, my daughter and her family will be taking her MIL, who is in a rest home, out to eat dinner and meeting up with his family.  Kaleigh is eating dinner with her dad's family.  My other daughter is eating with her boyfriends family.  I had them all two years ago so this time it's a rotation.  Bob's kids all have plans too.  He and I will just eat out on TD and I plan on making a couple of large pans of lasagna for the next day.  That way everyone can just nuke it warm when they are hungry.  We will try to have another gathering on Saturday and get as many of the extended families together. 

I have a real small kitchen here and there are only two burners available. They aren't broken but his wife had removed the cast iron covers and covered the right side with a board for more counter space.  It's not my house and I don't request too many changes but I could think of hundreds of things I'd change if it were.  I guess I've kind of given up when it comes to this house. 

The kitchen table rarely gets used and only holds 4 people.  We normally eat off of tv trays in the living room.  It would be difficult to fix a meal for a large group and it makes me nervous just thinking about it.  I always had a big kitchen, sometimes two cooking areas, and a large kitchen table in addition to a dining room table so this is a big change for me. 

But...kids grow up and leave the nest and for most of the year you only need the smaller spaces so it's pointless to want the larger for just one or two holidays a year. 

I have a Patho test today that I haven't really studied for.  I've been dealing with some bad thoughts and feelings, depressed and lonely the last couple of days and can't seem to focus on studying.  This always happens to me when he is gone for an extended period of time.  He is kind about it but doesn't understand why I get this way.  I turn to thoughts of just running away from everything...if money wasn't an object, if school was finished, and just not having to deal with all of this emotional turmoil all the time.  I am fine most of the time but when the whirlwind catches me I'm trapped in it for a while and I have to make an effort to stand tall. 

Gotta study for that test.  Hope you feel better today. 

Kat

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on November 16, 2011, 08:01:04 pm
Hi Kim,

I know what you mean with the whirlwind of depression.  Mine's trying to kick my but right now and I'm scraping fingernails to try and climb out of the valley.  We can lift each other out and up, right?
I'll try to get on in the morning - I'm on really late and these storms are making it where I have to get off.  I'll catch up with you!

Julie
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on November 17, 2011, 07:46:07 am
Hi Kim,

So sorry about yesterday's note.  I should have gotten on earlier.  I'm glad the storms are gone from last night.  They were still heading up north and east late last night.  The one tornado was not too far from our dirt road out to the main road - It did some damage on the street around our church and some houses.  The church's grill was thrown from under the garage part to about 150 yards away.  There were other things thrown around from the houses.  The church bus was just ahead of it and got caught up in the winds - Roddy said those kids didn't know what to think; they were scared to death and just wanted to get home.  Most of them have never experienced high winds like that.

I'll get some money from the house when it's sold, but they won't finish that until the roof situation is done and fixed.  I know it won't be too much longer until the roofers are done (I hope, anyway.)

 I do have to go to another town in GA tomorrow (about 45 mins. away) and have a chest x-ray done at that hospital.  Then on Dec. 1st, I'm set up with a new pulmonologist about 1 1/2 hours away.  I was able to at least switch to this new one because he deals strictly with the asthma/lungs.  The one in FL only wanted to deal with my sleep apnea.  It's mild but she's treating it like moderate to severe and is more concerned about the equipment being used.  When she first had me on oxygen at nights, I did so much better during the nights and mornings - felt better for a few hours longer in the mornings.  On the equipment, I didn't do as well, and it messed with my nose too much by aggravating the perforation and dryness more, and I would have to yank it off for the coughing.  She would get on to me because of me taking it off, even though I told her why.  She would not listen to me about the oxygen and the fact that the asthma is the one not in control.  I couldn't handle that anymore.  So I'll try this gentleman and see if he will listen and help.  Several people go to him and are very complimentary of him in that aspect.  One person I know was tried on the equipment and the oxygen and is now on the oxygen because it works better for her.  I don't have to pay up front for the x-ray and the appt. so I agreed with Roddy that I would get this 2nd opinion.

That's nice that you and Bob will go out for TD.  I would probably rather do that myself if we weren't going to his family - I'm not sure I could handle the big preparations this year, even though I know Veronica would definitely want to help.  Your idea of lasagna sounds great!  That's a great idea and less worry for you with cooking/clean up.  Are Bob's kids close with him?  I know the one daughter must be, the one who keeps up with you.

I know it's kind of frustrating for you not being able to feel free enough to make changes in the house.  That would be hard just having 2 burners to use.  I just hope that you both could eventually get a house made for the both of you.  In the meantime, there's more of you and your reflection coming along than you probably know.  The way you've gradually attempted changes or asked about changing something has been thoughtful of his reactions and desires.  There's not too many women who would be so kind and understanding like you have about changes.  I know it's hard for you, and I'm really proud of you.

I hope you did better on the Pathos test than you thought you would.  I feel for you with those feelings of depression and loneliness.  And as much as I love autumn with the cooler weather and leaves changing colors, when the darkness sets in so early like it does now, that, to me, has more of a depressed feel to it than during the summer when it's light out until at least around 9:00.  So, I really believe that helps to contribute to those feelings some.  It's also good to have a few days to ourselves, but it's hard when it's too long.  When will Bob be back?  You have done wonderful in your efforts with dealing with so many things and you have come a long way and made great improvements for the both of you.  Keep standing tall, okay?  I do wish I could pop in for a visit or vice versa, or meet for coffee, tea, or something, occasionally - I honestly believe it would help both of us!!!

Still nada from Randal.  There's just no excuse for this kind of behavior toward his family.  Yes, I'm still hurting over this, and yes, I know he is under her influence right now.  But, now I'm getting a wee bit Irish tempered.  He has never acted this way toward any of his family.  Our church friends have asked so much about whether or not we've gotten to talk to him or see him when he got back; and to give him special thanks for what he does for our country and all, that we finally opened up to them and told them what's going on.  Of course they're shocked and upset.  Some of these people have met him and his little family before and just love the girls.  Bon knows exactly what she is doing by withholding those girls because she know's that's something that she can hold over me and make me hurt.  But I know, as with past experience, that pretty soon they'll start having their little problems again because of her attitude, and he'll get sick of her mom's influence over Bon even towards him.  That's when he will need all of his family and he knows it.

Another thing is I've been concerned about Roddy for awhile.  Arthritis is hitting him pretty hard.  But he's getting dark under his eyes and he's gotten more run down.  He does enjoy his bus job, and he enjoys helping with the bussing of the church kids to and from church.  Wednesdays he doesn't get home until around 11:00 because of both jobs all day.  He naps in between his daily routes on the other 4 days, which he needs.  He's been having some pains in his chest but acts like it's nothing.  He went through a similar problem years ago and even now is on some pretty strong meds for his blood pressure and heart.  The problem is he just will not go to the doctor unless he's half-dead, if you know what I mean.  I finally got him in to a doctor who's treating him for the arthritis but that took about 2 years to do that.  He'll listen to me and take vitamins with iron and more, and next thing I know, he's quit them.  I'm just worried deep down about him and hope he's going to be okay.  This thing with Randal is bothering him more than he lets on, too.  That doesn't help the stress level.

Good grief, I just noticed I have written a book.  I'm sorry - didn't mean to do an overload!  I really appreciate your listening, and in return, letting me listen to you.  Okay, now you hang in there and keep that standing tall posture!!!  I'll catch up with you some more later.

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on November 17, 2011, 10:09:02 am
Never apologize for how long of a message you write.  Some days we need to vent and I've certainly had my days that you've had to do a lot of reading. 

I'm glad the tornado's stayed away from you and what damage they did do sounds repairable. 

I only got an 87 on the Patho test but nobody aced it and there were only three of us that did about the same grade.  She said this is usually the hardest test of the semester for this class.  We can drop our lowest grade so it shouldn't be a big deal. 

Bob will be home the Wednesday before Thanksgiving.  His daughter Jen lives in Cleveland and I guess she is going to cook and we're going to eat there.  She has to be to work at 3 so it will be an early meal.  He never sees his daughter Chelsea, who lives in Harrisburgh.  She was to his first marriage and they just became estranged.  His step kids, are Jess, the mother of Amya and she lives fairly close by and he has another step son Chad who lives in Buffalo.  Chad usually stops by a couple of times a year. 

I'm so disappointed that your son hasn't contacted you yet.  What's being said on FB? 

I've been popping in and playing Ravenskye when I need a few minutes break between studying.  You run out of energy pretty quick and there is a lot of clearing to do so it's just the game for me right now...doesn't keep you tied up for a long time. 

Does Roddy have any appointments with the doctors or tests scheduled? 

This is an early day for me.  I'm going to jump in the shower and let this mop of hair dry while I'm doing homework.  I want to try to get all of this done today and tomorrow as I'm planning on riding to Cleveland on Saturday morning with my friend Nellie.  She is going to visit her brother who is in the VA hospital there.  He is in his late sixties, early seventies and has been in a wheel chair since he was in a car accident when he was 17.  He has developed some sores on his feet and legs and some sort of a bowel blockage.  I've been to visit him at his home in Buffalo before so he knows me and probably would enjoy having some company.  She might stay the night her or at least not go home until later in the evening. 

I have so much housework to get done this weekend and first part of the week too.  I've let things slide while studying and because nobody is here to see the mess except me so now I have to play a furious game of catch up before the deluge of visitors happens next week.  Shame on me. 

I wish you lived closer too.  We could help each other out of the funks we go through.  Coffee, yardsaling, crafting...it would all be nice to have a friend to share those things with.   

Later girlfriend. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on November 17, 2011, 08:18:36 pm
Kim,

You responded fast, lol!  I just happened to go in and check my emails one more time and saw the notice of your blog.  I'm going to bed in a few minutes - I should have already been, but sometimes insomnia is my friend, like it or not!   :-

You mentioned Jen living in Cleveland.  How far away is that from where you live?  That's nice that she's cooking and invited you both.  That's a shame about Chelsea.  I'm struggling with the way my older son is acting in that area, so I can feel somewhat for Bob.  My step-FIL has 2 grown kids, the daughter is married with 2 kids.  He and his wife divorced and the kids took the mom's side totally.  They saw through a lot of her lies later, but the line drawn was too deep, and so it's like they only communicate with their parents in an emergency or they need money.  What's strange, thinking about that, is how Randal (being the oldest of ours) told Jim (step-FIL) that it was very mean of them to act that way.  Ha! 

Are Jess and Chad brother and sister?  I know how Jess is with Bob.  I guess it's good that Chad at least connects a couple of times a year.  I know you have a son and 2 daughters, and Kaleigh is your granddtr.  Do you have any more grands?

There is nothing new on Randal's wall on FB other than him liking certain pages and accepting friend requests.  I can't see DIL's and her sister's walls at all because they have me completely blocked.  I imagine she thinks she's got all of us completely blocked from seeing part of his wall.  SSHhhh! I won't say anything, lol!  It's the only bloodline I seem to have at this point in time.

Roddy is going to a rheumatologist finally in a couple of weeks.  That's a start.  But he still won't go for anything else right now.  If he gets bad enough, I know he'll eventually give in and go.

87 is still a pretty good grade when you think about it.  But when you're trying to maintain an A average, I guess the 87 is kind of like a sore thumb.  That's good she's letting you drop the lowest grade.  No tests tomorrow?  If so, I wish you good luck and an A!!   :star:

Speaking of washing hair, that's exactly what I need to do first thing in the morning.  I have a 12:30 appt. at a hospital about 45 mins. away from here, for a chest x-ray.  I hate going somewhere new in a strange town with people I don't know there.  Hopefully, I can zip in and out and get on back home.  A friend was going to go with me but got sick today.  She lives between us and that other town.  We go to the same church.  I'll just hook my i-pod up and listen to my faves on the way to and from.

I do know what you mean about the housework.  It's amazing how quick things can build up or clutter up in such a short period of time.  I know you, though!  You'll get it down in a snap.

That's great of you to go with Nellie.  I'm sorry about her brother and hope they can help his feet and whatever blockage is going on.  You both be careful on the road, too!

Have a good day, remember to treat yourself to something special today, and I'll talk to you soon!   :heart:

Julie   :cat:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on November 18, 2011, 02:01:12 am
Julie,

When I'm doing homework I'm at the computer constantly.  I use Google a lot and my English modules are online. 

Cleveland is about an hour and a half away from here.  Chelsea was fairly close to her dad when she was little but her mom moved to Harrisburg and it was difficult to see her too often.  When she was in her teens she started causing her mom trouble and she sent her to live with her dad.  While here she stole his car and took off to another state.  I think she was only 14.  There was counseling and legal problems but his second wife put her foot down and said enough...she goes back home to her mom.  Chelsea has been here for a couple of weddings, etc and the girls keep in touch somewhat on FB but no words are exchanged between her and her dad for holidays.  That bothers me.  I think he should at least reach out from his end.  I've tried and will continue to try to encourage him to do that. 

Jess and Chad are full brother and sister from Bob's wife's first marriage.  I have my two daughters, and my son and raised another step-child but now that her dad and I are divorced she doesn't keep in touch.  If I counted her 3 children I would have 6 grandchildren but without the step factor I have three of my own and two that died as infants.  My oldest daughter, Tanis, has two children, Dakota and Noah.  My youngest daughter is the mother of Kaleigh but she is the one that lost the infants at birth...twin boys, Kyle and Lane.  She isn't remarried but her boyfriend has two children so they are a potential addition to the group.  So....between me and Bob we have a flock of children.  We have never managed to get everyone together yet.  It would be hard with everyone's schedule. 

I got a lot of the homework knocked out last night.  I still have and will continue to have the English and Word projects each week and I know what days those projects are due and what they are so I try to work a week a head on those so I'm prepared.  I actually had a girl offer me money for my English binder!  I write all of the sentences down as I'm working through the modules.  After I have completed a module and gotten 100 percent I take those sentences and type them into an Excel sheet, sort them by alpha, print them and then label each word.  This way when we get to the Master test I can refer to my notes and get through the last module with a good score and quickly.  I consider it prep work.  Well as flattered as I am that someone would offer to buy my hard work I know it would do her no good if she didn't learn this stuff so I told her I would gladly give her copies of the Excel sheets but she would have to go through and label all the words and I would not accept money for it.  I type 70 plus words a minute but some of these kids are struggling to get an A in typing at 39 words so pretyping these sentences for someone is a real plus. 

Have you or Roddy sent Randal any emails on FB to see if he would reply?  Just a quick note to wish him a Happy Thanksgiving and to tell the girls hello might squeeze his heartstrings and get him moving in the right direction.  I'll keep thinking positive thoughts for you toward seeing your girls.  I don't know how you'll ever truly repair the damage his wife has done but if you can at least gain the ability to see the kids that's all that's needed.  How far do they live from you? 

Gotta run and chop down some more trees and rocks then get on this English.  You treat Julie to something good today too.  What will that be? 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on November 18, 2011, 04:48:45 pm
Kim,

You seem to live in a pretty good location to be able to go to different towns for the kids, like Cleveland and Erie.  That's a real shame about Chelsea.  And the deal about stealing her dad's car at 14?  Goodness, that was bold!  I'm glad she and the girls at least keep up some, even if on FB, but it's sad there's no exchanges between her and Bob.  Maybe you'll be able to encourage him to make that first step to communicate with her.

I'm so sorry about Kyle and Lane not making it.  When you carry a child to full term and that happens, that's devastating.  That happened to Roddy's brother and his wife with their first child.  That reminds me that Veronica has a friend who gave birth today and the baby boy only weighs 1 lb. 9 oz.  I hope he's going to be okay.  You and Bob do have a flock!  That's like with Roddy's dad and his wife.  Roddy (our 3 plus 2 grands) has a brother (married and 2 children; they are the ones who lost their first one at birth) and a sister (married, with 3 girls.)  Nettie, his dad's wife, has 2 children who are each married and have 3 each and 1 has 2 grands;  so it's a flock at Christmas, especially at Roddy's dad's - when all are there. Roddy's mom has all of hers and the grands and great grands, but Jim (her hubby) has his 2 who never come around; he has 2 grands.  Sorry if mixed up and all rambly, lol!

Yay about getting a lot of homework done!  Good thinking on staying ahead with the English and Word projects.  That is a smart idea what you are doing with  the sentences, and labeled words to prep for the Master test!  I can see how someone would want to get their hands on it but offering what you are offering her with her having to do the rest of the prep on it, is only fair.

Roddy and I haven't sent any FB private messages, as of yet.  Roddy was wanting us to wait and see if he would call like he promised.  Well it's been 2 weeks and nothing.  We have both talked about it last night.  The only thing is, is whether or not he will actually see it first or if she will get to it first and delete it before he can see it.  That's only 1 of 2 ways we could maybe make contact.  The other is to send a letter to him in care of Bon's mom's address - if the mom knows it's from us she will either open and read it or throw it out.  We could just show up at her parents' house when we go down for Thanksgiving, but her mom would probably call the law on us or come out threatening us and yelling for all the neighbors to hear.  I like your idea, though, about a hello for Thanksgiving, and then it leaves the ball in his court.  I'm going to talk about it more with Roddy and see if he's thought about it some more.

I went to the hospital about 45 mins. away this morning, for my chest x-rays, and then found out the pulmonologist had also ordered breathing and lung tests.  I hate those tests but can understand why the new dr. would want to see what changes there have been since my others a year ago (and a follow-up one from 6 mos. ago.)  I was worn out afterwards, had some gagging/coughing problems for a bit, and then they finally let me leave.  Now I know why they said no inhalers or nebulizer treatments this morning.  I'm glad I'm done and home!  Veronica (and dad and brother) all got done with their routes 2 hours earlier since the kids got out at noon today.  After she got home, she took me to Starbucks with her and treated me to a Peppermint Hot Chocolate (they have buy one get one free, from 2:00 - 5:00, Nov. 17 - 20th.)  So I guess that would be the "good" thing for me today!!!

What did Kim do good for Kim today?

Julie  :)

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on November 19, 2011, 02:02:55 am
Julie,

I'm an hour and a half away from my son in Erie. Jen is an hour and a half away in Cleveland.  Tanis is about a 6 hour drive in West Virginia but at least her husband has family here too so when they come to visit they can kill two birds with one stone.  It was a lot tougher when I was in Indianapolis because they had to divide up their visits between two states. 

Kyle and Lane never made it to full-term.  She lost them at 7 months and neither of them weighed a pound.  They were identical twins.  They weren't getting enough nourishment.  The umbilical cord was like a thread.  I never got to see them as my X husband made the determination to close their casket's before I made it in from Indy.  He said it would upset me too badly.  I was mad at him for making that determination on my behalf.  I had made them little blankets that I wanted to put in the casket but wasn't able to do that.  I did get to go with my daughter to choose the headstone.  We got one with two little angels on it. It was sad but two years later she had Kaleigh so we had some joy again.

Poor Bob.  He called me today and as soon as I heard his voice I knew something was wrong.  He has been tuning all week for a guy from Mexico...a very rich one I might add as he has been tipping Bob 100 dollars a day.  Anyhow this guys son wanted to take his dad's shifter kart out on the track and it wasn't during a race, just warm up.  Bob knew it wasn't within the rules but figured it wasn't that big of a deal and let him.  The track noticed it and impounded the kart and fined the guy a thousand dollars.  Bob felt terrible.  He said he should have known better.  In the process he was banned from the track too.  He is hoping they will let him back in today and not keep him from the rest of the races but won't know until this morning.  If they ban him he will sit in Vegas for the rest of the weekend until the rest of the races are done before he can start home on Sunday night.  They won't even let him into the track to work in his tenting packing equipment or to watch the races.  They are so very strict.  He is very upset with himself and took full blame. 

I'm leaving this morning with my friend to see her brother at the VA hospital in Cleveland.  I'm taking some crocheting and a book to keep me busy so they can visit alone.  I'll stop in and see Tom for a while as I really like him too.  I got a bunch more homework handed to me last night but managed to get two assignments done last night.  Tomorrow I have to chart my own fluid intake and urine output for 24 hours and chart it as part of my assignment.  Oh what fun!  It's only ten points too which seems like a bunch of tedium in return. 

Idea...if you think she will delete a message to Randall you could just post Thanksgiving greetings to him and the girls on his FB page.  If the notice disappears you'll know she was the one pushing the buttons.  If it remains on the site both of them will see the notice.  Just sayin. 

Good for you on the Peppermint Hot Chocolate.  I've hearing it advertised.  I had a cookie and a meal at school that was being offered as part of a fund raiser...baked ziti and a salad.  I bought it at lunch but saved it for dinner.  I haven't been cooking so a meal tasted good for a change.  I suppose Nellie and I will stop somewhere for dinner tonight on the way home too.  She is going to stay the night and we're going to make some homemade bath salts so she can see how I do it. 

BTW...I can't remember if shipping is free on your Avon site.  I have a couple of things I'd like to order for Christmas and I want some of the Anew day cream for myself for over age 50.  Let me know.  I think I still have the email with the link.

TTYL,

Kim 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: alwaysinstyle on November 19, 2011, 02:43:21 am
i admire you for doing such a hard work.i know you like to do it so of course at the same time is a pleasure,but still...
greets :notworthy:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on November 19, 2011, 03:30:12 am
Greetings to you always in style. 

I do like school and that's why I work hard at it.  But yes...it's tough. 

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on November 19, 2011, 05:43:48 pm
Hi Kim,

There is free shipping on any order as of now!  I sent you an email with the rest.

Wow, I feel really bad for Bob and what happened.  You probably know by now what else has come out of it, since I'm on here at night.  I should think the guy's son should share that blame - he probably knew he shouldn't have asked to do that in the first place.  I wonder how much trouble he got into with his dad.  As for the rules, if it didn't specifically say they could or could not warm up out there like that, then I would hope they would go lenient with Bob and then add it to the rules for avoiding future problems.  I hope it works out for Bob.

I'm sorry about Kyle and Lane.  I agree with you - I would have wanted to make my own decision about seeing or not seeing them before the caskets were closed, especially wanting to include 2 homemade sweet baby blankets.  When my sister in law was due with her first daughter, things seemed fine.  The doctor said if she wasn't dilating by the next week, they would put her in and go ahead to start pertussin (spelling, sorry if not right!)  It was only a couple of days after this that she felt like the baby just wasn't moving or anything.  So she had to go in - that's when they found out the baby had died.  While rolling her back to the room after taking the baby, she and Roddy's brother passed by a couple who were friends of theirs.  She was in labor on the way to delivery.  They were excited, of course, and started asking Roddy's brother and his wife what they had and Congrats to them.  That's when they told them what happened.  The other couple felt bad for them.  That was so sad.  Since then, they have a 16 year old son and 13 year old daughter.

How is Nellie's brother doing?  I hope you and Nellie have a great night with making those bath salts - that sounds like fun!  Also, how is your charting going - like you said "what fun!" (not!!,lol)  But hey, 10 points is 10 more than you would have had by not doing it, right!?

I can't actually post anything on Randal's FB page because of how I'm blocked.  It's just that I can read things people say on it.  I can send him a private message - I said something to Roddy about it and so am letting him think on it for a day or so.  From hearing about Roddy and his dad's discussing Randal on the phone, it sounds like his dad is getting to the point that he's ready to get involved again.  He's very disappointed in the way Randal is treating his family and is very upset with Bon and her mom.  Roddy's parents have never liked her and her mom but have bluffed them very well in how kind they have still treated them through the years.

Let me know how Bob is doing - I'm glad he called you and talked with you about it.  Some men bottle it up or are too macho for opening up about things.  Hope you've had a good day and evening and have a relaxed and restful Sunday.

Julie  :)
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Post by: golotomer on November 20, 2011, 08:42:57 am
Julie,

Well they do say they aren't allow to do what they did and Bob knew it but thought nobody would notice and he was trying to make the guy, and his kid happy.  He won't do it again I'm sure.  They will let him in at some point today so they can pack up the truck and he'll start home tomorrow.  He has been pretty depressed about it and bored just hanging around the room.  At least Roy and Tom are out there and they have been going out to dinner with him in the evenings. 

Nellie's brother is going to have surgery on Tuesday.  They are going to put a colostomy bag on him.  He is a parapalegic and moving his bowels has always been a problem.  This way he won't clog up and have the maintenance he normally had. 

I'm peeing in my cup today and charting.  Yuk.

Later...have loads of laundry and housework today so I'm just popping in to say hello and pick up my 17 cents. 
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Post by: jcribb16 on November 20, 2011, 03:07:14 pm
Hi Kim,

I know you'll be glad Bob will be getting home soon.  He probably will too, after everything.  It's good the guys were there for him with going out to dinner.  Will this affect future events?  I hope not.

Let me know how Nellie's brother does - I'll say a prayer for him.

Having fun with your cup, aye!!  Not the best of activities, lol.

Hope you are getting a lot done that you wanted to do today.  It got warm here today - around 82 with no breeze.  It seems like right around and after Thanksgiving, it gets a little warmer than usual.  Then finally it will get a little more consistently cooler. 

One of our younger friend's 11 month old little boy swallowed a nickel yesterday.  They went to ER, had mri's taken, and thought maybe he would pass it.  They had to take him back today as it seems to have lodged and not moving.  Just a little bit ago we received a text that they were possibly going to do emergency surgery.  Could you say a little prayer for him?  Thanks!  He and his 2 year old brother are the ones their mom told me that I am their adopted Nana.

Have a great night!  Talk to you tomorrow!

Julie :) 

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Post by: ppv2 on November 20, 2011, 05:54:01 pm
Hello,
I am a freelance writer.  I also tutor adults in functional literacy.  I am a lifelong fan of the Washington Redskins.  I am the oldest of four.  I have a wonderful two year old niece.  I enjoy going to concerts, watching movies, and shopping for bargains in thrift stores.  I am a Christian.  Jesus Christ is my Savior.  My Mom is my heroine and my best friend!
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Post by: golotomer on November 21, 2011, 01:51:05 am
Julie,

Yes I'll be glad to get Bob home again.  Especially for Thanksgiving.  I'm hoping this won't affect him for the next event which is in Indianapolis on Dec. 10th.  We are supposed to go because Roy's son, Tom, is racing and that way I can go visit my friend Marilyn and see the city decorated for Christmas.  He said even if they wouldn't let him participate in this race we could still go.  There is going to be a pro-event too with some of the Indy racers driving karts too. Jay Howard is one that is scheduled and he is the one I see the most at the karting events. 

I did get a lot done today.  I got the tree decorated and more lights up on the flower box.  Did a bunch of laundry as I washed all the afghans and bedclothes too so I could remake the beds. 

Nellie's brother was in bad shape as of last night.  They had made him drink 2 liters of the stuff they give you when you're having a colonoscopy but he hadn't moved anything and was vomiting.  I won't know anything more until tonight...unless I call her during a break today at school.

Prayers going out for the little boy.  In most cases that nickel would have just passed on through.  Let me know how that goes.

Wow it did get warm there.  We were in the high fifties and it felt good but you really had some nice weather.  It was cooler in Vegas than it was here yesterday which seems odd to me. 

Make this day a good one.

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on November 21, 2011, 03:08:17 pm
Hello,
I am a freelance writer.  I also tutor adults in functional literacy.  I am a lifelong fan of the Washington Redskins.  I am the oldest of four.  I have a wonderful two year old niece.  I enjoy going to concerts, watching movies, and shopping for bargains in thrift stores.  I am a Christian.  Jesus Christ is my Savior.  My Mom is my heroine and my best friend!

Hi, it's nice to meet you!  That's a neat job you have with freelance writing.  Tutors are definitely needed to help adults with literacy - that's great you are doing that!  I'm a Christian, too.  Take care and hope you come in again! :)
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Post by: jcribb16 on November 21, 2011, 03:27:53 pm
Hi Kim,

Way to go getting the Christmas tree up and decorated!  That will be a nice, cozy, welcome home surprise for Bob.  The lights are so good at dispelling the gloom of the early darkness this time of year. 

I've been slowly but steadily working on washing all of the winter blankets and comforters.  With the couple of cold snaps we've had lately, they came in handy already.  As far as sheets/pillowcases, Veronica and Adam do their own and their own clothes.  We all work on juggling the washer/dryer times.  I do good with mine while they are on their routes.  They usually have free rein of the evenings.

As for the little one, the nickel had gotten past the lodge some late last night.  They think he will be okay about passing it.  Hopefully I'll know tomorrow more about how it's going.  I'm really sorry Nellie's brother is having a difficult time.  I sure hope it gets better for him. 

I do believe a head cold has knocked me sideways!  This is my worst flare time for asthma/allergies, and now this thing has hit.  I haven't had a head cold in ages!  The asthma shots just haven't seemed to be of much help so far during this season.  I'm down for the count today, just trying to stay afloat! 

Still nothing from Randal.  Roddy mentioned today that maybe, just possibly, he could be thinking that he's going to surprise us all for Thanksgiving and show up at Roddy's mom's with the girls.  I know in his way, he's trying to give me something to hope on, but we both know that may not be the case.  We'll see,...

Did you and Nellie get some bath salts done up?  Veronica and I may try that when she gets paid after Thanksgiving and I have a small check come in.  My mom had another house (we lived there when I was a teen) that she rented out to a family.  A few years ago they wanted to buy it - the best way for them was for me to hold the mortgage - so the payment comes to me.  It's not a lot, but it helps with some of my medical bills and prescriptions, and a couple of things I have to pay - but it's just not enough to make it.  Plus I help with some of the household expenses, so it's used up fast.  I hope and pray that I will eventually get SSDI.

Hope your Monday has gone well, including school.  Have a nice evening!

Julie  :)

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Post by: swaggerjackerash on November 21, 2011, 03:50:51 pm
awwww :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on November 22, 2011, 02:29:52 am
Good to hear the little boy might not need surgery. 

Sorry you have a cold.  The weather up and down doesn't help.  I think we're better off it if just gets colder and stays that way for the winter. 

I hope Randal does surprise you for the holidays.  I just can't imagine he would not contact you!  What hold could that woman possibly have on him to make him neglect his own parents.  Surely he can see past her lies. 

Maybe he will see your post on FB about missing the girls and it will tug at his heartstrings.  Good thinking. 

Every little bit of money coming in helps.  FC deposited some into my account yesterday.  I had taken Nellie out to eat and paid for her dinner, a little early but for her birthday (December).  Thank you FC for the extra cha ching. 

Yes I showed Nellie how to make the bathsalts.  We just did the one batch.  Pachouli oil with blue food coloring.  It's still in the container and I'll leave it there sucking up the scent until just before I put it in the cellophane holders.  That's what I'm giving my teachers for Christmas, along with maybe some cookies or candy. 

Jess texted me last night to tell me she is moving again.  She plans on being in an apartment by Christmas, closer to her work.  I didn't figure this move she made would work out.  I just hope she doesn't ask to move in here (if the apartment falls through).  I mentioned it to Bob when he called and he said he doesn't want her to move back in...we need privacy.  The house isn't real little but there are just things that make it very very difficult for more than the two of us to live here.  No room for clothing, the basement gets mold so you can't store stuff, only small kitchen space.  Leaks in the garage and breezeway.  It's just not functional.  Houses built in the 70's didn't have big closets and not enough maintenance equals rot.

I have an appointment with the counselor.  Not looking forward to it.  Nothing seems to get me past the point where I am now.  I still struggle and I'm still dealing with some depression.  School is hitting me hard and the holidays too.  After that I plan on getting my groceries in.  I haven't shopped since before Bob left almost three weeks ago.  I dread the stores during holidays.  I don't like crowds. 

Ah well, one must do what one must do and at least it's not snowing and blowing yet.  Get it over with and then I won't have to go again on any major spree until it's time to Christmas shop and with the little bit of money I have...that isn't going to be too big of a deal.  :)


Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: iniquitousdoll on November 22, 2011, 09:26:42 am
I went to a great baby shower yesterday and the new mommy got a lot of nice things for the new baby.  I crocheted a blanket and a hat that looked like a little frog's head.  I think the blanket was a hit.  I want to start making and selling these little blankets after the holidays.  I hear Etsy is a good place to sell your home made crafts.  Does anyone else have any experience selling online? 


I make crocheted and kintted blanket to for years for my family, and I would like to know how to start a business selling my thing I make to.
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Post by: jcribb16 on November 22, 2011, 03:06:02 pm
Kim,

When I posted my status about missing the girls, I even changed the settings on that post to public just in case any of them would see it.  We'll see...

I'm not totally surprised about Jess moving either.  Even though she says she's getting an apartment, I would be leery of what she may really have planned.  It sounds like Bob is with you on this now so I really hope she doesn't ask.

I hope the appointment with your counselor goes well.  I know you are struggling, but I also know how you keep moving on.  I empathize totally with the depression part - it's kind of hard to crack right now.  I've been on certain meds now for it for several years and I honestly wonder if I'm becoming immune to them.  Or if they are conflicting with other meds I'm taking.  I think I will check and see if there are any conflicts or side effects with the Xolair shots.  I feel like some of yours will ease up when you are more secure in your situation with you knowing certain things have worked out.  Also, school is hard and making a career change is not easy.  Keep hanging in there. 

I'm doing most of my Christmas shopping online on Thanksgiving morning online through Belk's.  We won't leave to go out of town until about 10:00 that morning, so I'm planning on getting online about 6:00 that morning.  Belk's has this sale going from 3:00 am to 1:00 pm online before the actual in-store same sale on Friday.  I did Christmas for all of us last year on my Belk and their pymts are low enough that I can handle them and get most paid off before Christmas shopping again.  I have the pages already marked.  I can't do much, but it will be enough for us and a couple of others.

Talk to you later!

Julie :)
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Post by: golotomer on November 23, 2011, 01:46:58 am
I went to a great baby shower yesterday and the new mommy got a lot of nice things for the new baby.  I crocheted a blanket and a hat that looked like a little frog's head.  I think the blanket was a hit.  I want to start making and selling these little blankets after the holidays.  I hear Etsy is a good place to sell your home made crafts.  Does anyone else have any experience selling online? 


I make crocheted and kintted blanket to for years for my family, and I would like to know how to start a business selling my thing I make to.

Hi.  I know about Etsy and there is always Ebay.  The only other thing I can think of it going to the various craft fairs and selling or starting something on Facebook.  If I could have made my living doing crafts I would have been a happy camper but it's a hard business to make a living from.

You should post a couple of pictures on here of what you make.  I'd love to see them.  I'm always up for a pattern exchange too.

Good luck. 
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Post by: golotomer on November 23, 2011, 02:04:52 am
Julie,

Yes be careful with those meds for depression.  I was on Zoloft for quite a while and when I tried to quit cold turkey I went through sheer hell.  It was a long process but I kicked it and now all I take are my vitamins. 

The appointment with the counselor went fine.  She is turning us over to couple's counseling with another person.  Her schedule was full until around Christmas so it's going to be a while before we get in.  Then I don't know when his next trip is coming up so it could be even longer than that. 

I got my groceries out of the way.  I got 50 dollars cash for my one grand-daughter's Christmas gift.  She is home from California so I'm going to give her the money when I see her over Thanksgiving.  I know they can use it now.  I'm taking 5 ten dollar bills and folding them into a star.  I got the idea from the foldsomething.com website.  It isn't much but I set my budget for 25 dollars for each person and that will be for her and her husband.  Even at that budget it is going to cost me a pretty penny to get through Christmas.  I had all those car repairs come up last month.  I just can't seem to save!  Groceries were 129 yesterday and I'm not even fixing Thanksgiving dinner!  I tried to get things that my grandkids would eat and my son is vegetarian so I had to buy some extra's for him.  That's a third of what I bring in in one week!  I had to buy Bob a new sweatshirt too.  Jess had bought him a gray sweat outfit for his birthday and I threw on the shirt the other day when I was in the basement because it was cold.  I went to put a load of whites in to wash and yep...splashed bleach all over his new sweatshirt.  When I told him about it he laughed and said I didn't need to worry about it because he just wears it around the house but I felt bad.  I'll wear the old one anyhow as it's comfie. 

Anyhow back to Christmas.  We are giving my son one of those Cruze tablets that Bob has been renovating and Jen is getting my old computer monitor.  Her's broke a while ago and she has just been using her Cruze that we gave her for her birthday.  We are getting a tv for ourselves (this week actually as they are on sale) so that frees up a bigger monitor in the bedroom.  I'll take that 19 inch and give Jen my 17.  Everybody else is getting gift cards.  Everyone is too picky about what they want and I'd rather let them do their own shopping rather than have things that lay around unused or put them through the return process. 

I have a few trinket gifts that I've picked up at sales and I'm making some candy, cookies and the bath salts and that will be it.  I got Bob a Tshirt online the other day that is geared toward karting and there is an aviation shirt I want to get him.  Other than that he needs some undies, socks and a couple of pairs of cargo pants and that's a wrap. 

We are having Thanksgiving dinner at school today for 5.00.  The money goes toward one of the class competitions travel schedule.  I'm also donating some canned goods for a charity at school.  School finishes up at 3 and when I get home the troops will come pouring in. 

It's raining here now but I think we're expecting some flurries on Thanksgiving day. 

Nellie's brother had his surgery yesterday and is doing fine. 

I'm praying you hear from your son this weekend.  Keep me posted. 
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Post by: jcribb16 on November 23, 2011, 04:14:30 pm
Hi Kim,

I'm glad Nellie's brother is doing okay.  I'm also glad your counselor appointment went well.  Hopefully the couples' counselor will be good for you both.

I love the idea for the money star!  You always find the neatest things to do or make!  You've done great with your Christmas gift plans for everyone.  Gift cards are super gifts for anyone who likes to be able to get what they want where they want. 

As for Bob's sweatshirt, that sounds like something I would do, lol!  I always like to wear Roddy's warm long-sleeved shirts or sweat shirts in the winter because they are roomy, warm, and comfy.

I hope you and your family have a wonderful Thanksgiving!  I'm really glad you are able to see a lot of your loved ones, even if different places.  Maybe you'll enjoy a snow flurry day!  Just be careful on the road!  Have a great day, my friend! :)
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Post by: premar16 on November 23, 2011, 04:38:48 pm
I just got a new youtube channel http://www.youtube.com/user/88martyp?feature=mhum#p/c/58193202E3D3F24C
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on November 24, 2011, 01:54:40 am
I just got a new youtube channel http://www.youtube.com/user/88martyp?feature=mhum#p/c/58193202E3D3F24C

Very cool idea.  That will be very helpful to people that are just starting out and don't know what to do.  It's not easy when you first get started but once you get the hang of it, it becomes second nature. 

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Post by: golotomer on November 24, 2011, 01:58:41 am
Just popping in quickly.  My son, my daughter and family, and Bob all arrived last night.  My son and I were going to go to see the Muppet movie earlier in the evening around 7 before the rest of the troops got in but he didn't get here until 20 after and we were both tired.  We opted for watching a comic on Netflix and both of us laid down for a nap before the others got here.  Bob got in around 11 and Tanis after midnight. 

I forgot to unset my alarm so here I am up at 4:30 while the rest of the house is still asleep.  Oh well I can get my routine out of the way before the whirlwind for one bathroom begins. 

Wishing you a great Thanksgiving. 

Kim
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Post by: jcribb16 on November 24, 2011, 01:14:46 pm
Hi Kim,

I know you are having a busy day with your family.  I'm really glad for you!  I ended up not going with them today.  This headcold and my chest/coughing is still a little too much.  I didn't want to pass on anything to anyone and at the same time with my immune system so low, I didn't want anything extra.  I'm still struggling with the emotional end so I also didn't want to pull anyone down, even though I know they understand.  I baked chicken wings with a vege and there's a pumpkin pie and whipped cream in the fridge.  So I'm fine.  They will be bringing lots of food home, too.

Enjoy your family!  I'll catch up some more with you later!!

Julie  :)
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Post by: golotomer on November 25, 2011, 03:06:08 am
Oh Julie I just want to reach through this screen and give you a big hug, have a piece of pumpkin pie with you and then get in the car and go get your DIL and give her a piece of my mind! 

I hope your evening turned out better than the picture I was seeing when you wrote to me. 

We ate dinner with Jen, her boyfriend and his mom and dad.  Lovely people.  I think his mom and I could be good friends.  My daughter went with her inlaws for the day/evening and then returned here at midnight so we can go do a little shopping today.  My son stayed here and when I got back I fixed him a vegetarian fare of soy chicken, mashed potatoes, corn, stuffing made with vegetable broth and some gravy made with the same.  He and I ran to Big Lots and Kmart but all I bought were some night light bulbs and some new nail polish.  I'm not really into the black Friday shopping but I'll go with them for a while today to be sociable. 

Jess and Amya will be coming by at some time today and I'll fix my lasagna.  I think my son is leaving to pick his girl up around 11. 
Bob has to drive the panel truck back to Erie and pick up his car so he gets to avoid the shopping hubbub too.

Tomorrow at noon we are scheduled to meet with my grand-daughter Kaleigh and her husband around noon for lunch and then my daughter will leave for home in WV.  Kaleigh will be flying back to Calie on Sunday. 

Here's to a better day today my friend.  Hugs... :angel11: :cat: :thumbsup: :heart:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: bigfoot951 on November 25, 2011, 07:49:18 am
I am twenty six will a college degree and a ton of student loans that come along with it.  I can't get a suitable job that uses my degree and allows me to pay off my loans and other bills.  So basically I am like everyone else who recently graduated from college.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on November 25, 2011, 08:54:23 am
I am twenty six will a college degree and a ton of student loans that come along with it.  I can't get a suitable job that uses my degree and allows me to pay off my loans and other bills.  So basically I am like everyone else who recently graduated from college.

Getting the degree is a great achievement in itself.  Having loans is not fun.  But not being able to get a job with that degree is frustrating.  May I ask what your major is?  I sure hope there will be a job available for you soon.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on November 25, 2011, 09:44:30 am
Hi Kim,

You are having a busy schedule meeting with all of your family.  That's great - it's really like Christmas!  I hope you had it easier shopping today than if you had gone all night.  It's amazing hearing how many people were out there, including my 2 sister-in-laws, nieces, and nephew.  They had every place strategically planned so they could also be one of the ones to get the free first gifts at the door.  My MIL backed out from going with them like she usually does - she said she was too tired this year to keep up, lol.  My niece, who is still a newlywed, has shopped at JC Penney's (with her mom for most of these years) and has always been able to get a free snowglobe.  She went to the Mall of America (near where she and her hubby live now) and got one herself during the night.

Randal never showed up at his grandparents (like they were hoping he would) and has never called any of the family.  So last night I sent him a private message letting him know how his huge family has missed welcoming him home and had hoped to see him and the girls yesterday.  I asked him if he would please call one of his grandparents, his dad, or me, just to touch base with his family.  I also told him that I would like to close the police report with no charges if he would call and discuss with me what I had in mind.  (Roddy, Veronica, and I have discussed this and feel like charges would be dropped if we and they could come to an agreement about keeping the girls involved with both families.  If he wants to turn away from his family, then that's something we would have to let him do, but the granddaughters need both families.  At this point we haven't been allowed to see them anyway.  So if he ignores the message or won't agree because of her, then we'll do what needs to be done.  It's not right that Veronica loses all of the appliances she worked so hard to get and at the same time knowing Bon's mom has them in her house.  I can't let my daughter down either.  But to see the girls on a consistent basis would be wonderful for all of us.  Randal knows I'm trying to keep the charges gone, also, so that it doesn't affect him getting "Officer" in March, with the Navy.  If this is still important to him, then hopefully he will work with me.)

I'm enjoying my family being back home today.  The kitties are still surrounding me - I guess they know I don't feel too swift - they seem like little mother hens!

Talk to you later!  Thanks for all of your friend support - that is definitely what I needed!   :thumbsup:

Julie   :heart:     :cat:


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Post by: golotomer on November 26, 2011, 01:55:37 am
Julie,

I sure hope your son responds in a favorable way.  I know you are trying to do the right thing, more than right, and surely he will see that too.  He is probably between a rock and a hard place because he has the children and wants to hold on to that relationship.  If he was to separate from her she sounds like the vindictive type and he'd probably have to fight to keep his relationship with his children.

My son, daughter and grand-daughter and Bob and I went to breakfast together yesterday then he went to Erie to get his car and the rest of us went shopping. John-Michael went home in the afternoon and I made lasagna.  Jess and Amya joined us for dinner but then everyone left and the house became quiet. 

More visiting today then everyone returns home.  I have scads of laundry and some homework to do so things will remain busy but it's going to seem calm around here compared to the whirlwind.  It's been fun though. 

What are your plans for the rest of the weekend?
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Post by: jcribb16 on November 26, 2011, 02:16:40 pm
Kim,

I hope he responds favorably, too.  His sister sent him a Happy Thanksgiving text with "Love you Nan" yesterday.  So far, we've heard nothing back on any of it.  :(
Veronica's gotten to the point she's ready to give up and move on without him.  I do know how she feels but Roddy and I are still trying to give him a chance and encourage her to hang in there a bit longer.

Yes, calling your Thanksgiving days a whirlwind is a good way to put it.  I'm glad you were able to enjoy your family.  Today is pretty much a catch up day trying to spruce things back up, laundry, etc.  We did get the mantle decorated for Christmas, along with lights on the tree.  Good start, I'd say, for us! 

I've been cooped up in here, being down with this mess I'm having, but am getting cabin fever.  Roddy or Veronica or both are going to take me out for awhile and at least go to the Dollar store for a few little things.  I was going to go but they said they would take me so I could enjoy the scenery, lol.  It will feel good to get out!

I noticed you started playing Ravenwood Fair, too.  I really like that game a lot, especially once the trees got cleared.  Problem with those trees, though, is they constantly grow back unless you place paths down, lol.  But, at the same time, the trees give us the wood we need for the buildings.  I'm enjoying Ravenskye, too.  I like the way they intertwine with each other.  There is also Ravenwood Mine, but I don't care for that one as much so I hardly ever go in there anymore.

Enjoy your calmer weekend!

Julie   :cat:
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Post by: golotomer on November 27, 2011, 04:13:34 am
Julie,

I hope you got out for a bit last night.  Even a ride in the car to see Christmas lights might make you feel better.  Any word yet?

Yes I've been playing both games.  I pop in and out throughtout the day for  a little break.  You usually can't stay long because you run out of energy so it is easier on me to quit than playing something like bejeweled that is just endless. 

We had lunch with my grand-daughter, her husband and my kids from WV.  The WV group is now home and the others are leaving for Cali today.  Bob and I just snacked last night and I worked with some pine cones that I had picked from the ground at Jen's the other day.  The are real sappy so I baked them on foil in the oven to open them up and get the sap off.  I'll put them in bags today with adhesive and glitter and cinnamon oil so I can make little baskets to give as gifts. 

I have all of Bob's race clothes to wash today and we'll have those ready to pack for his next trip, which we think he'll leave for on or about Christmas day. 

We were asked to watch Amya Monday but surprisingly he said no.  He said he has things he wants to do, in addition to relaxing.  I too have homework I need to do as there is a test on Tuesday in Patho and I have several Word projects I need to work on.  English is always lurking in the background too.  I spend hours on that but am determined to get 100 percent in each module.  You wouldn't believe how intense the English is.  It might come easier for you than me though. 

Well gonna run.  Dishes are already soaking in the sink, the washer is running.  I slept in until 6:30 and I feel like I'm running behind schedule.

Praying you get word from your son today. 

Kim
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Post by: jcribb16 on November 27, 2011, 06:15:26 pm
Hi Kim,

Ergghhh!  I hate when I write a message and then I hit a button and all of it vanishes.

Thank you for praying.  Randal did call me today.  It was very low-keyed and emotional for both.  I'm honestly not sure how things will go, at least right away, but we were able to discuss things.  I told him I would drop the charges but he understands he still needs to consider his sister and her stolen items.  He agrees the girls should be coming up here, but hems and haws when talking about speaking with Bon.  I can tell he's afraid to push any buttons with her.  He asked me to give him a couple of weeks and that he'll call back to talk about how it's going with her.  I told him that we and my MIL and SIL, want to take the girls to Adventure Landing over Christmas.  They have it totally decorated like a snowy fairy-tale land with miniature golf, rides, games, and stores.  I told him that we are also offering a chance for him and her to get away for a weekend and we would keep the girls over a Christmas break weekend.  I just don't know, though.  Things were just not the same.  I am thankful, at least, that he did call. 

That's a neat idea using the pinecones and making little baskets.  I've never heard of baking them to get the sap off.  I've learned something else new from you again, thank you very much!  Lol!

I hope Bob won't have to leave before or on Christmas day.  That would be hard for both of you.  Are any of you kids coming back then?

I'm impressed he said no to the babysitting.  That was nice for you both so you can get things done.  Good luck on your Tuesday test and I hope you are able to get a lot of the projects done.

Well, I'm going to go fix me a late meal!  I'll "see" you tomorrow, my friend.

Julie
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Post by: golotomer on November 28, 2011, 02:40:04 am
Yippee!  I'm so glad your son called.  Did he mention not calling his sister on her birthday? 

The place you want to take the girls sounds really neat.  We took our kids through the local Kraynak's which is all animated for the holidays too.  It was funny though because we had to stand in line for so long to get in and by the time we got through it I was doing the pee pee dance and had to run to find a bathroom.  Thought I wouldn't make it!  I was about plowing people over getting to the potty.  My kids were laughing at me of course. 

Got all the pinecones baked and ready to go.  I just need some spray adhesive to get the glitter to stick, only some of them, and then will place them in bags with the cinnamon scent to soak until I'm ready to give them away.  I need to do some cookie and bread baking in the meantime.

Bob said he might have to leave on Christmas day.  I'll be off school until the 2nd of January.  If I just had the money I could fly down to FL for one week with him.  Oh well I start my internship some time in January so I'll probably have loads to do to get ready for that .

Off I go to work on my homework.  Glad i have another day off to get things done. 

TTYL,

Kim
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Post by: ButterflyWings on November 28, 2011, 07:48:10 am
Hello Girlies..

Hope your Holiday was wonderful..mine was busy..tooth has been hurting off and on have good and bad days..and the medicine makes me soo lazy and sleepy..Miss you girls..Working on posting more crafts in the next few weeks on my craft page..Well off to catch up on offers i am so behind on here its silly..Love ya girls xoxoxo~Dianna~
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Post by: jcribb16 on November 28, 2011, 12:55:56 pm
Hello Girlies..

Hope your Holiday was wonderful..mine was busy..tooth has been hurting off and on have good and bad days..and the medicine makes me soo lazy and sleepy..Miss you girls..Working on posting more crafts in the next few weeks on my craft page..Well off to catch up on offers i am so behind on here its silly..Love ya girls xoxoxo~Dianna~

Yay, Dianna!  Glad to see you back in here!  I know I've chatted with you some on FB, but it's nice to chat in here, too.  I'll be checking out your craft page again to see what you have added.  You are doing great!  Now I just still need money, lol.  I'm sorry about that annoying tooth.  Aren't you supposed to go back to the dentist after the new year starts?  I sure hope he can help you with it.  I agree about meds making you feel lazy.  I'm on a couple like that myself.  Alright, now, take care of yourself and that tooth!!  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on November 28, 2011, 01:08:49 pm
Kim,

No, sadly, he didn't say anything about not calling her nor his dad on their birthdays.  I just don't feel real positive yet about how things went.  We'll know soon enough if he follows through on calling me back in a couple of weeks and letting me know about a couple of things, including letting the girls come up for a weekend.  He agrees about them, yet he did not really commit and he hemmed and hawed so much regarding Bon. 

You painted a funny picture about having to go to the restroom so bad, about knocking people over, lol!!  That sounds like a neat place, too.

You are making progress with Christmas gifts.  Veronica and I are going over some recipes for cookies, breads, and cakes that we would like to try. 

That stinks that Bob may have to leave on Christmas day.  That would have been wonderful if you could have been able to afford to come with him.  Maybe later, right? 

Wow - internship coming up!  Girl, you are getting closer to that finish line!!  Not too much longer!  I'm glad you had another day off today.

Hope you have a great and relaxing evening with Bob.  I'll catch you later!

Julie  :)

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: mcharris1 on November 28, 2011, 01:27:18 pm
I am 25 as of November 25th, I know young, I have worked in the medical field for at least five years and went into the military where I met my husband. I have a gorgeous 6 month old baby boy and I am currently unemployed. I write, and record music, love singing and am looking to become a songwriter full time. My ambitions include owning and selling property and hopefully one day opening a program for trouble teens like boot camp but something of higher standard for low income families as well as a rehabilitation help center for battered woman with children.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on November 29, 2011, 02:15:11 am
I am 25 as of November 25th, I know young, I have worked in the medical field for at least five years and went into the military where I met my husband. I have a gorgeous 6 month old baby boy and I am currently unemployed. I write, and record music, love singing and am looking to become a songwriter full time. My ambitions include owning and selling property and hopefully one day opening a program for trouble teens like boot camp but something of higher standard for low income families as well as a rehabilitation help center for battered woman with children.

Wow you are one busy bee and although you're only 25 you sound very mature for your age.  Best of luck to you with all of your endeavors.  Your goals are certainly heartfelt.
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Post by: golotomer on November 29, 2011, 02:18:35 am
Hello Julie and Dianna,

I'm combining responses here this morning as I'm in a bit of a rush.  I spent too much time chopping down trees, mining rocks and walloping bears this morning. 

We are on our third day of steady rain here.  I got one sock monkey hat done and another one started.  The go pretty fast and I can knock one out in a day or two.  I'm wanting to make a couple of angry bird hats too.  I'd post on FB but they are Christmas gifts and the people I'm giving to would see them.  I guess I could post on here...I'll take pictures soon. 

Gotta run.  Treat yourself to something special today and take just 5 minutes to just close your eyes and meditate.  I will too. 

Later ladies.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: ButterflyWings on November 29, 2011, 07:25:52 am
Hello Girlies..

Hope your Holiday was wonderful..mine was busy..tooth has been hurting off and on have good and bad days..and the medicine makes me soo lazy and sleepy..Miss you girls..Working on posting more crafts in the next few weeks on my craft page..Well off to catch up on offers i am so behind on here its silly..Love ya girls xoxoxo~Dianna~

Yay, Dianna!  Glad to see you back in here!  I know I've chatted with you some on FB, but it's nice to chat in here, too.  I'll be checking out your craft page again to see what you have added.  You are doing great!  Now I just still need money, lol.  I'm sorry about that annoying tooth.  Aren't you supposed to go back to the dentist after the new year starts?  I sure hope he can help you with it.  I agree about meds making you feel lazy.  I'm on a couple like that myself.  Alright, now, take care of yourself and that tooth!!  :)

Julie,

I am so glad to be back here..And it is so nice to see you on FB :)..Thanks I am trying to add more to it and some christmas stuff..Today I have to make 3 things sold so it is going well..Yes I go to the Dentist Feb the latest,I cannot wait going to hospital for medicine for it is getting frustrating,I am glad it does let up here and there but no pain would be nice..You Take care to hun :heart: see on FB soon!

Dianna
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Post by: ButterflyWings on November 29, 2011, 07:30:29 am
Hello Julie and Dianna,

I'm combining responses here this morning as I'm in a bit of a rush.  I spent too much time chopping down trees, mining rocks and walloping bears this morning. 

We are on our third day of steady rain here.  I got one sock monkey hat done and another one started.  The go pretty fast and I can knock one out in a day or two.  I'm wanting to make a couple of angry bird hats too.  I'd post on FB but they are Christmas gifts and the people I'm giving to would see them.  I guess I could post on here...I'll take pictures soon. 

Gotta run.  Treat yourself to something special today and take just 5 minutes to just close your eyes and meditate.  I will too. 

Later ladies.

Kim

Wow you are a busy little bee today lol..we had rain yesterday blech..I hope it lets up soon for ya..Awww I wanna see the monkey hat..My youngest loves moneys lol..and meditate sounds great..I hope you day was well and you smiled talk to ya soon doll :heart:

Dianna
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Post by: jcribb16 on November 29, 2011, 05:17:21 pm
Kim,

Yes, you were definitely very busy this morning, lol!  I'd say you and the game are getting along very well!  It is nice, though, to see your fair and your skye - you are moving right along!

It was really cold and windy here today.  It only went up to around 57 but the wind made it flat chilly.  I actually wore a long sleeved shirt, flannel pants, and cozy fleecy slippers all day - I used to be too hot-natured (the last couple of years anyway) to wear anything like this so I thoroughly enjoyed being able to wear them!!

Yes, definitely post some pics in here if you can.  I would love to see one of those angry bird hats - they were be adorable!  You are always working on something different or unique and have the best ideas for crafts and gifts!

I hope your test went well today - I was thinking about you sending some extra "do good's" your way.  Hope the rest of the week goes well for you, too!

"See" you tomorrow,

Julie  :)
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Post by: golotomer on November 30, 2011, 01:52:23 am
Morning! 

I'm not sure what I'm doing with the games yet.  Everything is just sitting where they land with little or no organization.  I'm just chopping away trying to find my way through them.  I always feel a little badly for the monsters.  It's not in my nature to wallop or clobber.  :)

I got commissioned to make a hello kitty hat from one of the girls at school.  I got it all done last night except sewing it together. 

My test is actually today.  I had my days mixed up.  I haven't studied like I should so I hope I pass it.  Too many games and crafts! 

I need a break to play more!  Thanksgiving was great for visiting but I didn't have time for crafting and Christmas is coming on quick. 

I'll try to get some pictures of the hats up but probably not until the weekend.   

Stay warm.  We're still rainy but I am seeing snow and sleet complaints from my friends in the midwest so I know it won't be long before we have the same. 

Toodles.

Kim

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Post by: ButterflyWings on November 30, 2011, 05:13:21 pm
Hello Girls...
I came up with this awesome idea yesterday..(while i was in pain with darn tooth again) I used to make like little bobbie pin accents for my daughters hair when she was a baby they would slide in by ponytails,buns or braids and almost look like the were sitting on hair did it with flowers and all kinds of stuff and they were so cute so I think I am going to make some up,have my oldest daughter model them and sell them call them like Diannas accent hair pins..What do ya think? when you see them they look so cute..I figured I could sell them as sets of 8..Today was a little better with teeth still hurt last night was really ruff almost thought a er visit may have to happen..The pain was really unbearable..Hubby had to calm me down I was crying so hard..Got some bayer advanced care seems to be working so I hope it will work for sometime..I hope all is well with you guys..Love ya Dianna :wave:
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Post by: jcribb16 on November 30, 2011, 08:26:00 pm
Dianna, those sound like an excellent idea!  I used to fix my daughter's hair with all kinds of cutesy bows, pins, flowers, etc., when she was small.  Now I've got granddaughters (ages 7 and 3) and hopefully can get some for them. 

I'm so sorry about that tooth - you have been suffering too long with that thing.  I am glad your hubby is supportive for you with that.  I hope the bayer advanced keeps helping you until you go back.

Hope your week is going well otherwise!

 :heart: ya,

Julie   :cat:
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Post by: jcribb16 on November 30, 2011, 08:45:16 pm
Kim,

Yep, it sounds like those games have got you hooked, now, lol!  I love playing Ravenwood Fair, but there's not too much going on with quests at the moment, so I've devoted more time (when I can) to Ravenskye.  I hate when I run out of energy, but that's just the fun of it, right?  I have not even been able to get on FB today at all because of errands, things that needed getting done, and my kids' choir and handbell choir.  Oh well, maybe tomorrow afternoon.

I go to a new pulmonologist tomorrow for a 2nd opinion.  This one is about 1 1/2 hours away.  Then Fri. I have to sub as monitor on my hubby's bus, then leave for the 2 hour commute to get my asthma shots, and then go to another doctor. 

My mom's house officially closed/sold today!  My BIL is supposed to be receiving the checks (one for him, my MIL, and me.)  That will be a big help to us right now.  And then yesterday, Roddy picked up a prescription and didn't have to pay anything for it.  So when he got home he looked up the insurance and found that we have met all deductibles, co pays, etc. for the year, and so now for December, all meds and dr. visits are no charge!!  So all of those meds I've been needing refilled (while using samples from my doctor) were called in last night.  There were 11 of them!  I picked them up today - I'm so glad for that!!!

Randal called me today from work.  He's taking me up on my offer for the girls to come stay with us next weekend while he and Bon go do something.  It's another step for both of us.  I'm just thankful that we are going to get the girls!!  I'm thinking I may give their Christmas presents to them, along with the older one's birthday present, while they are here, since we don't know what to expect at Christmas.  I'm relieved that I actually already have their Christmas presents! 

I still hope your test went well, even if wrong day, lol.  That's great about the Hello Kitty hat request!  Veronica used to love Hello Kitty when she was younger.  We had a little store in the mall that we frequented a lot.  They had a business size card that they would punch holes in each time we went and bought certain amounts.  Then we would trade the completed card in for nice little goodies.  The store is gone now.

Have a terrific Thursday!

Julie  :)   :cat:    :heart:

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on December 01, 2011, 02:54:17 am
Hello Girls...
I came up with this awesome idea yesterday..(while i was in pain with darn tooth again) I used to make like little bobbie pin accents for my daughters hair when she was a baby they would slide in by ponytails,buns or braids and almost look like the were sitting on hair did it with flowers and all kinds of stuff and they were so cute so I think I am going to make some up,have my oldest daughter model them and sell them call them like Diannas accent hair pins..What do ya think? when you see them they look so cute..I figured I could sell them as sets of 8..Today was a little better with teeth still hurt last night was really ruff almost thought a er visit may have to happen..The pain was really unbearable..Hubby had to calm me down I was crying so hard..Got some bayer advanced care seems to be working so I hope it will work for sometime..I hope all is well with you guys..Love ya Dianna :wave:

Dianna,  The hair pins sound neat.  That might be something I'd be interested in for myself as I'm letting my hair grow out and I'm constantly pinning it away from my face. 

I'm so sorry about your teeth.  Have you ever tried clove oil?  You can put a bit of cotton on a toothpick, dip it in the oil and either pack the tooth or rub it around the gum line.  Of course the real deal would be to get the teeth fixed so that they don't hurt anymore!  When is that going to be taken care of?

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on December 01, 2011, 03:06:15 am
ARRRGGGHHHH....

I had a major message written and went to post it with a picture of the Hello Kitty hat and it dumped out on me and I got a message saying the file was too large to post. 

I'll post the kitty hat to FB.

Condensing...Julie I am so happy to read 3 good things that happened to you...selling the house, free medical for the rest of the month and getting the girls for the weekend.  I agree with giving them their gifts.  I'm so happy for you I'm dancing in my chair.  What wonderful news! Use that medical month to your best advantage...run Julie run! 

I scored a 95 on the test.  One of the teachers asked me if I would sit in on her class today, as she has to attend a Chamber of Commerce meeting, and give the class their test review and chapter assignment.  It's no big deal really but it felt like a vote of confidence to me.  She also asked if I would join her and some other classmates on Saturday morning to help decorate a shelter for abused women. 

Have to run.....

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Post by: jcribb16 on December 01, 2011, 11:15:00 am
Hi Kim,

Hey, that's great getting a 95 on the test!  I agree with you about the teacher having confidence in you to sit in on the class for her.  Good going!  Saturday sounds interesting with decorating an abuse shelter for women.  That's a nice thing to do for women who need to feel appreciated and included during this hard time in their lives.

Sorry about the hat not posting yet - we'll get to see it when we can.  Oh, and I laughed when I read that you were dancing in your chair - ha ha!  But it made me feel good about how happy you were about my newsy news!

I went to the new pulmonologist today.  She told me after reviewing my records this week before today, that mine is a very complex case and that I'm just having some bad asthma difficulties.  She took me off of the Advair discus and put me on a different inhaler because she doesn't like me being on constant inhaled steroids.  She thinks the switch out will help not only with the asthma but with losing some of the weight that I've been struggling to lose.  She put me on 2 other new meds that are strictly for asthma/allergy issues to try and see if they will help.  She is going to test me for a couple of illnesses that may be either going on underneath the surface, which could be causing the anemia and other issues making the asthma/allergies worse.  I feel like I'm rambling in circles, but I'm just glad she's working with me and trying to help me instead of only focusing on sleep apnea like the other pulmonologist was.

Tomorrow I get my asthma shots and then go to my PCP for a pneumonia booster.  Too many needles, lol!  I'm also supposed to receive a check from my MIL tomorrow or Saturday for my part of the house, since it's sold.  Yay!! 

Hope your class went well today with the test review.  Have a great night!

Julie  :)
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Post by: golotomer on December 02, 2011, 01:27:35 am
Good morning. 

I'm glad you are making some appointments and getting your tests and shots done. 

You probably already know that my altenator went out on my car.  The part will be at least 150 but Bob will do the repair.  I'm taking the day off of school so he can fix it while it's daylight and somewhat warm.  Poop...there goes my Christmas money and I didn't have much to begin with. 

Oh well, I have to have transportation and it's better that it happened now than when he is back on the road or when I start my internship next month. 

Having today off will give me some extra time for homework and housework too.  Have to look at the bright side. 

TTYL,

Kim
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Post by: jcribb16 on December 02, 2011, 05:08:11 pm
Hi Kim,

Yes, I had just read your comment about the alternator on FB (checking my emails) and now I'm on here late.  I didn't get home today until around 4:30 this afternoon.  That just "takes the cake" about your Christmas money having to be used for the car.  I'm glad Bob can do it for you so you don't have to pay for labor, too.  Roddy, Veronica, and Adam were told today that the school board will not be paying the December paycheck early, like they normally do.  So, after having got paid on Nov. 30, and they paid bills, including a couple ahead, they now won't have very much Christmas money either.  They had thought by paying ahead on some, they could use the early December payment more for Christmas.  There's no reason for doing that to the bus drivers and the teachers.  They always get paid early, including a bonus.  This year a new person is in charge and they aren't getting paid early nor are they even receiving any bonus.  Yet, the ones up high and in charge gave themselves raises.    :angry7:

 I did get all my 3 needles stuck in me, lol.  Feeling yucky now.  The doctor was a little concerned about the wheezing she was hearing today and the cough that goes on and on, out of control, until you gag, thinking you're going to be sick.  She's wondering about Pertussis.  Between her and the pulmonologist, they want to see if these 3 new meds will help bring this in better control.  If, after a couple of weeks, they don't, then I'll have to get a tetanus booster because they make them with P (pertussis) in them and hopefully that would take care of it.

Hope you got as much homework and housework done as you wanted.  Maybe it will lighten up your weekend for you both!!  We're supposed to go to a birthday party tomorrow for the little one who swallowed the coin.  He'll be turning one!  I hope I feel like going - I'm planning to even if I have to sit the whole time, lol!  She knows I may leave early.  Oh, and the coin still hasn't come through, but it at least is moving in the right direction, just very slow.

Talk to ya tomorrow!

Julie  :)
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Post by: clickers on December 02, 2011, 05:19:40 pm
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Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on December 03, 2011, 02:44:59 am
Julie,

I saw on FB that you weren't feeling well.  I hope today is a better day. 

Bob got the alternator fixed yesterday.  It sucks but I do need transportation and am thankful it went out while he was still home to do the work. 

I got three batches of hard tack, clove, finished yesterday, a scarf, hat and some English homework.  Not as productive as I would have liked though.  The day just flew. 

I'm going this morning to help decorate the house for abused women and then to the store.  I need more corn syrup and sugar to make some more candy. 

I'm thawing a turkey that I was planning on using for Christmas as I'm trying to stretch the food budget this week to make up for some of the money being lost on the car repairs.  I'll cook the turkey tomorrow and we can eat leftovers for a couple of days. 

I haven't been feeling well either.  I suffered a headache and chills for two days and Bob had the headache last night.  Hoping we all feel better today and that I can get some more "stuff" done.  Tomorrow I have to buckled down to some major homework.  I hope they lighten up on the amount of work they hand out during the holidays.  Enough is enough. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on December 03, 2011, 05:37:24 pm
Hi Kim,

Today is a rough day.  Thank you for checking.  Then our pastor's dad called this afternoon and said they were coming so he could cut Roddy's and Adam's hair.  Roddy had kind of forgotten to mention it to me, lol.  Anyway he and his wife also brought bread, deli meat, and tomatoes so we could eat together.  That was nice of them.  It was hard to be up and about like that, getting the meat ready, slicing tomatoes, clearing the table better, visiting - I know it doesn't sound like much normally but on my puny weekend it's a lot for me.  :(  But, they are of the mindset that if you don't feel well and have to lay back while visiting, then by all means do that, and let us do the work.  Ha Ha!  I can't let them do the work, though, they're guests!

I am glad Bob got the alternator fixed for you and like you, am thankful it didn't happen when he's gone working.  I hope nothing else goes wrong with it!

You did get a lot done yesterday - maybe not as much to you when you know what you can do or want to do, but to me you did great.  It seems like everyday flies by too fast now.

Fixing the turkey and working with the leftovers sounds like a good idea for helping make up for the money used on the car.  Most days lately, because of being so tight, we try to eat nutritious but yet cheap.  Shepherd's Pie, Spaghetti, Subs the Cribb style, chili w/grilled cheese sandwiches, Hamburger Helper, etc.  And since pastor's mom and dad tend their own garden, they keep us well stocked with frozen corn, squash, okra, beans, peas, ...

How did things go with decorating the house for the abused women?

Sorry you haven't been feeling well, yourself.  I hope you feel better.  You haven't slowed down much so remember to take some rest time to kick your feet up some.  I hope Bob is feeling better, too. 

I hope they don't give too much homework over the holidays either.  I agree: enough is enough!  You need some down time - after all, it is holiday time, right!!!

Feel better.

Julie
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Post by: golotomer on December 04, 2011, 04:12:19 am
Julie,

The decorating of the house went great.  We had more than enough people to help.  I'll be posting a couple of pictures to FB later today.  They didn't have a tree topper so I went to Family dollar and bought them one.  They need femine products and housecoats and pj's for the home so I'm going to try to get a group at school to take up a collection. 

I got two more hats done yesterday and worked on my English module.  I have some homework to do today.  I'm hoping to get the turkey roasted but when I got it out of the fridge in the garage it is still have frozen.  I have it in cold water now trying to speed it along.  Worse case scenario is to roast it tomorrow morning. 

Last night I took a pound of burger, fried it with garlic, salt and pepper, mixed it in with some pototoes obrien and added a packet of gravy mix and that was dinner.  Filling and cheap is what it's all about right now. 

It's great that the pastor is helping to provide you with some fresh produce.  I'm all about bartering and trading goods and services instead of spending cash.  I used to cut my friend's hair and he would always bring me three dozen of brown eggs from his chickens.  I miss that! 

The sky is beautiful here this morning...all pink and rosy.  Red sky in warning sailors take warning? 

I hope you feel better today.  I woke up with no headache although I did suffer another yesterday right after coming home from the decorating. 

I'll be checking in with you on FB later.  I have started playing several of those stupid games and pop in and out several times a day.  It's a nice break though and none of them really play that long before you run out of energy.  Heck I spend over half my energy restocking and recharging before I ever get to chop a tree or mine.  :)
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Post by: jcribb16 on December 04, 2011, 09:47:56 am
Hi Kim,

I'm glad the decorating went well.  That will be great if the group at school takes up enough to help the ladies with those things.  Perfect timing, too, with Christmas coming up.

Good work getting more hats and homework done yesterday.  I know you'll get more done today.  It's funny how homework becomes part of the routine of life without realizing it.  I remember doing correspondence classes as well as at school classes where homework was a constant in my already busy life of raising kids and teaching.  It was a relief when I was done, but sometimes I miss taking classes and achieving another goal with it. 

Your supper meal from last night sounds very good.  I love hamburger meat, especially fried up with salt and pepper, and any other salt I want.  I always take a little out for myself to splurge on before fixing the rest with whatever we are having.  And yes, cheap but filling is our way right now, too!

It's very cloudy and damp chilly here today.  The clouds are blocking the heat from going up to 70 so far, which is fine with me.

I'm glad you don't have a headache today - hope you and Bob both are feeling better.  I'm still having a puny day but there is some improvement, so that's good.

I hope to finally actually play a couple of games today.  I did get in last night on a couple and managed to only send/accept requests for gifts.  I just didn't feel like actually playing the games.  I agree, it doesn't take long to use up energy, especially when restocking and recharging. 

Tomorrow must be a good day for me, I demand it of myself, lol.  We've (mainly me when they are all at work) got to do some cleaning, vacuuming, dusting (I can't do this), and getting things set up for the girls for Friday.  I hope everything still works out for the girls to come - I am so looking forward to having them.

Hope to see you on FB today.  Have a nice Sunday.

Julie :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: ButterflyWings on December 04, 2011, 04:18:34 pm
Dianna, those sound like an excellent idea!  I used to fix my daughter's hair with all kinds of cutesy bows, pins, flowers, etc., when she was small.  Now I've got granddaughters (ages 7 and 3) and hopefully can get some for them. 

I'm so sorry about that tooth - you have been suffering too long with that thing.  I am glad your hubby is supportive for you with that.  I hope the bayer advanced keeps helping you until you go back.

Hope your week is going well otherwise!

 :heart: ya,

Julie   :cat:

Julie

Hi hun

Darn tooth the bayer made me sick so I was sick for 3 days better now..yeah the pins were so easy for my girls when they were young good accent without the pain ..lol gonna post them tonight while I am feeling good..I hope all is well with you hun..seems alot going on with you and Kim :) love ya Di
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: ButterflyWings on December 04, 2011, 04:21:50 pm
Hello Girls...
I came up with this awesome idea yesterday..(while i was in pain with darn tooth again) I used to make like little bobbie pin accents for my daughters hair when she was a baby they would slide in by ponytails,buns or braids and almost look like the were sitting on hair did it with flowers and all kinds of stuff and they were so cute so I think I am going to make some up,have my oldest daughter model them and sell them call them like Diannas accent hair pins..What do ya think? when you see them they look so cute..I figured I could sell them as sets of 8..Today was a little better with teeth still hurt last night was really ruff almost thought a er visit may have to happen..The pain was really unbearable..Hubby had to calm me down I was crying so hard..Got some bayer advanced care seems to be working so I hope it will work for sometime..I hope all is well with you guys..Love ya Dianna :wave:

Dianna,  The hair pins sound neat.  That might be something I'd be interested in for myself as I'm letting my hair grow out and I'm constantly pinning it away from my face. 

I'm so sorry about your teeth.  Have you ever tried clove oil?  You can put a bit of cotton on a toothpick, dip it in the oil and either pack the tooth or rub it around the gum line.  Of course the real deal would be to get the teeth fixed so that they don't hurt anymore!  When is that going to be taken care of?


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Kim

Hey Doll congrats on your test..And the pins are so cute I love them and my girls are stealing lots as I make them they loved them as babies and they have so many uses in the hair..yeah clove oil is like really bad I did it a few nights ago and was on floor crying and screaming in pain I think the nerve is to exposed..I was so sick the last 3 days yuck!In Feb is when they will be all done and taken care of..I hope all is well with you doll..Love ya off to post the new stuff on craft page in a bit! Love Di
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on December 05, 2011, 01:50:16 am
Morning ladies,

Dianna I saw all of your goodies and they are awesome.  Really cute.  I wish I had more disposable income as I certainly would order something from you.  My cousin is making candles and capes too and I don't have the money to purchase from her either.  It makes me feel bad as I'd really like to splurge and help my friends out. 

Julie, 

I saw you were online playing some of the games last night.  Thanks so much for the butter!  I think there are a few things in the games that you can't get for yourself unless you buy them or get them from a friend.  Do you know? 

I fixed the turkey yesterday and there is quite a bit of leftover.  My son called and his landlord fussed about the dog so we met him half way and brought her back home.  She is a barker, and a shrill bark at that, so I suspect that was why they told them she had to go.  Anyhow we're back to two dogs and one cat.  Nala, the cat is getting bolder and has taken up residence on a stool in the kitchen.  She's wider than the stool so when you see her it looks as though she is suspended in air. 

I woke up again today with a headache.  My shoulders are real sore, I think from being at the computer so much, and I think that's where the headaches are coming from.  Bob started rubbing my shoulders yesterday, just being nice, and I realized how much pain I was holding in there. 

Do you have air cleaners?  I think that may help with some of the household allergens.  When are you getting the girls and for how long will you have them.  Will you get some one on one time to talk to your son without "her" being there? 

Off to wallop, chop and mine.  I'll be stopping by your virtual kingdoms too. 

Later ladies!
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on December 05, 2011, 11:41:46 am
Hi Kim,

On these games, I find I can help others and help myself get things by sending free gifts to other friends, according to not only what they need but what I need.  If I need wheat, corn, or berries, then I'll send several wheats to friends, several corn to others, and several berries to others.  They will usually need those items anyway, and that way, they will accept theirs and then send some back to me.  If the items I need aren't in there, then I'll just have to request what I need and hope they'll send them.  Sometimes it takes awhile to build up the amount they require to complete a quest or building.  Sometimes, too many, if you ask me, lol.  Oh, and you're welcome for the butter, lol!

Does your son's dog seem to like being back with you?  That's cute about Nala taking up more residence and claiming the stool.  Kind of reminds me of the cat picture I posted once where it looks like he's got no legs and is a furball speeding through the air!

I'm sorry about your headaches.  Like you said, maybe spending so much time on the computer or studying is catching up with you.  Holidays are coming, money is tight, school is heavy - those things, including stress, can mess with you like that.  I hope they get better. 

We have the special allergen-free air conditioner filters.  They work pretty good.  We probably shouldn't open the windows but when it's cold out I love them open and breathe okay.  For spring like weather, though, I can't handle them open.

I'm meeting Randal half-way between here and there to pick up the girls on Friday night.  He can't leave to bring them until he gets off from work, and she's not going to do anything to help, so we have to wait on him.  They are going to a Jaguar's game on Sunday afternoon, so he and I won't be able to meet to give the girls back until later Sunday night.  I can tell he's not really ready to talk too much more to me or anyone yet - at least he's opened up a tad, though.  That's all I can really ask at this point, plus making sure we get to have the girls.

For Christmas, I got each of the girls a mini pillow pet to match the larger one they have from last Christmas.  I know someone in England who makes beaded bracelets and ordered each of the girls one (My grandmother used to visit England a lot, through the DAR - Daughters of the American Revolution; and would give me things from England every time she went.  I just wanted to do the same at least with these bracelets.  I got the younger one a kind-of night light for her bedroom.  It's about 8" by 5" and when you turn it on it looks like a fish underwater scene that's animated, plus it's 360* around.  It's simulated with the fish swimming against the ocean landscape.  For the older one, I got a Teach and Talk Exploration Laptop, that has 60+ built in games, a standard smaller keyboard, and a little mouse.  The games and activities include spelling, math, music, geography, wild nature, space, inventions, etc.  I have a stocking for each that will be full of fun little things. 

We are going to ask Randal, though, to make sure Bon does not throw these things out.  She's done that from the time they were babies.  Some of us gave Bon a baby shower for the first one, and if she didn't like the stuff she threw it out.  There were some very nice things and clothing there but because she didn't like girly stuff it was history.  This was when she was living with us when Randal was deployed.  We went behind her and salvaged the clothes.  We let the older one wear them when we could and saved them for her little sister when they would stay with us before everything happened.  Bon also threw toys out, like the toddler sized legos, for example.  We salvaged those and brought them up here for their toy boxes.  I had a couple of friends get upset with me because she never let the older one wear the clothes they had given her, even though it wasn't my fault.  But I would make sure I would dress her in their clothes when we would all meet up.

Okay, enough.  I can't believe I'm just rambling on and on here.  I've got to get going on a couple of things and make a couple of phone calls (doctors.)  Take care, don't wallop too many bears, and I'll be in later to help chop some vines or trees, lol!

Julie  :)


Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on December 06, 2011, 02:13:09 am
Julie,

Thanks for the tips on the games.  Expect some gifts and let me know what you need and I'll try to help out.  I usually try not to send things because I feel as though I'm overly bothering people.

I think Sunshine is happy to be home.  I've had her since she was a pup and Indy is her mother so being at my son's was probably trying on her.  She is technically his dog but only has lived away from me for maybe a month total in her entire 4 years of life so to her I'm sure I'm her mother.  I helped to deliver her and she was the first born of the first litter so I've always had a soft spot for her anyhow.  However, she has a shrill bark and is the one most likely to wet the rug.  :)

Reading about Bon and her antics just sets my teeth on edge.  I've never met her but I don't like her and she seems totally evil. 

The gifts you bought the girls sound really nice, especially the bracelets!  Somehow you have to convey to them that you'd see them much more often if things were different.  I don't know how to do that with a child without making them feel as though they are in the middle, so it's a fine line you have to walk. 

I understand why he wouldn't want to leave her but surely he could put his foot down and put a stop to her insanity.  Yes I said insanity as I cannot understand nor condone someone acting the way she does.  I just get outraged when people act so blatantly rude and evil. 

About the allergies....I read somewhere recently that one of the most potent allergens is our fabric softener.  I love the smell of Downey and use it liberally but sometimes I start to sneezing.  I don't think many people pay attention to all of the little things around the house that contain caustic chemicals.  I try not to use aerosol sprays and try to use natural products but as I'm sure you are aware the natural products are usually more expensive and I'm a generic purchaser due to money flow being low. 

We have Amya today so she'll be here in about an hour.  Bob is trying to find her a specific electronic tablet for Christmas and the local Walmarts are out of stock.  We are going to Indy this weekend and I'll try there but he may have to order it online.  I know it's a Leappad but not just the book reader.  I can't think of the name now. 

Gotta run as I slept later than usual. 

TTYL,

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: ButterflyWings on December 06, 2011, 08:01:31 am
Hello Girls  ;D

Popping in..busy day youngest daughter got student of the month today,so I went to her breakfast and ceremony this morning..Making chili now,and doing survey stuff then a few things online..Then gonna work on some more crafts..Tooth seems to be doing good the last 2 days..Hope fully it is a long break..Really do not want to head to hospital again this week..I hope you both are having a great day!! Love Di
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on December 06, 2011, 01:48:45 pm
Hello Girls  ;D

Popping in..busy day youngest daughter got student of the month today,so I went to her breakfast and ceremony this morning..Making chili now,and doing survey stuff then a few things online..Then gonna work on some more crafts..Tooth seems to be doing good the last 2 days..Hope fully it is a long break..Really do not want to head to hospital again this week..I hope you both are having a great day!! Love Di

Hello Di,

Congrats to your daughter for getting student of the month!  That's great!  It's nice how they have a breakfast and ceremony for her.  I'm glad your tooth is giving you some peace from pain - I hope it continues right on.  Chili sounds like a great fall/winter meal.  I think we're having spaghetti tonight.  Take care and talk to you soon!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on December 06, 2011, 02:15:42 pm
Hi Kim,

Nah, you aren't bothering anyone when you send them gifts.  They end up doing the same with you.  In the end, it helps both ways, and that way you are building a stock of things you may also need later.  I know in Ravenwood, I need wheat, turkey legs, cranberries, pecan pie in order to finish a couple of buildings.  Everyone usually needs butter, corn, sticks, lemons, strawberries, and catnip to keep the food stands going to bring in earnings.  Any of the King Arthur type things are real popular right now (like Merlin's ring, magic hat, etc.), and the opera type items.  You can't go wrong there.  Let me know of things you need! 

One of the things with Ravenwood right now that I'm not too thrilled about is that it's going on Christmas and they are still into Halloween and Thanksgiving.  They are just now starting vampire things and I'm wanting to start Christmas and winter things.  Oh well....  I guess we'll get to Christmas in January, lol.

That's good that Sunshine is happy to be home with you.  That's neat you helped with her delivery.  That's a true bond in itself.  I hope she'll do okay with not wetting the rug.  I hope Amya had a nice day today with both of you.  That's a different routine for her that she probably enjoys.  I hope you can find the tablet for her that you're looking for.

You know, I've never even thought of the fabric softeners having allergens.  I'll have to check into that. 

I agree with you about Bon.  To be honest, I'm just not sure how even Serenity is going to act towards me at first.  If they've told her lies, then I'm sure she'll be standoffish at first.  At the same time, though, she and I have already had little discussions of questions she's had about other things they've told her.  I've told her to never fear asking me anything she's not sure about.  We have always had a bond and I'm going to lean on that for now and I know once they're up here, having fun, opening gifts, playing, seeing the horses and cows, we'll be fine.

Yesterday afternoon, my neighbor brought some chocolate chip pancake cookies (dipped in syrup) over that she had gotten on sale at the store she works at.  They were small and so I heated 4 of them in the microwave and ate them.  They weren't too bad but not something I would go out of my way to buy.  Well, about 20 minutes or so later, I got horribly sick.  I'm still sick today from that.  I also have a raw throat and laryngitis now from being sick.  I did notice that they were a certain price, marked down to 2 for $5.00, and then marked down to 50 cents.  I wish I had looked at the expiration date but I had thrown them out so no one else would eat them.  I called my neighbor and told her not to eat them and to please let the manager know.

Have a great evening!

Julie   :cat:

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on December 07, 2011, 02:39:21 am
Hello Girls  ;D

Popping in..busy day youngest daughter got student of the month today,so I went to her breakfast and ceremony this morning..Making chili now,and doing survey stuff then a few things online..Then gonna work on some more crafts..Tooth seems to be doing good the last 2 days..Hope fully it is a long break..Really do not want to head to hospital again this week..I hope you both are having a great day!! Love Di

Dianna,

Good for your daughter!  I've been looking at the stuff you've been making and it is all so cute.  Hope the tooth behaves and that you too have a good day. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on December 07, 2011, 02:47:13 am
Julie...

I'm so sorry you got sick eating those cookie/pancake things.  I never heard of them before. 

I sent you some gifts too.  I've been playing those games way too much.  Addictive.  The homework has been kind of light lately.  Last night I finished another hat and then started making slippers.  Oh and I need gustones the worse right now.  :) 

Amya spent the entire afternoon playing on Nick Jr on Bob's computer.  He ordered her tablet thing from Amazon and they sent him a shipping confirmation last night.  It was 5 for shipping but the price wasn't any different than in the stores.  He probably saved that much in gas not having to drive from store to store.  He needs to build her a pc out of the scrap parts he has laying around here as neither of us really want her to play games on our computers for fear of what 4 year olds can click on and destroy. 

Love the name Serenity!  It just makes me so mad that a mother would even involve her children in any adult dispute but especially towards another family member and even worse...their own grand-mother!  Can you wallop Bon's? 

Well I"m going to try to get some productive work in this morning so I'm off for now.  Have a great day. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: abdyer2001 on December 07, 2011, 08:56:41 am
My names alan, I'm 41 currently employed part time .. I'm a pipefitter by trade but that job went south with the economy.  I am working nights and have taken over doing the housework and getting the kids to school my wife is working days so i figure she took care of everything when i was working construction so the way i see it its my turn..  we are still making what we need so cant complain. I found fc last mnth and have already made a few extra dollars on it. if nothing else make enough for a date night each month.. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on December 07, 2011, 02:41:07 pm
My names alan, I'm 41 currently employed part time .. I'm a pipefitter by trade but that job went south with the economy.  I am working nights and have taken over doing the housework and getting the kids to school my wife is working days so i figure she took care of everything when i was working construction so the way i see it its my turn..  we are still making what we need so cant complain. I found fc last mnth and have already made a few extra dollars on it. if nothing else make enough for a date night each month.. 

Hi Alan.  It's nice to meet you.  That's a bummer about your pipefitter job going down with the economy.  It's neat how you and your wife work together about taking care of the house and kids.  There aren't a whole lot of flexible couples like that.  That's a good idea about saving for a date night each month.  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on December 07, 2011, 02:51:20 pm
Hi Kim,

I'm still sick today.  I haven't keep food down, but have managed some hot tea for my throat, and gatorade for hydration.  I hope this passes fast.  I hate being sick.

Randal called today.  He said both girls have bad colds and are real congested.  With this cold snap that moved in this afternoon, instead of near 80 yesterday afternoon, it's steadily been dropping all afternoon and is around 49 right now, with tomorrow only going to around 52.  So he said they are keeping the girls inside for the weekend.  I can understand that, if he's being honest with me.  If I wasn't sick like I am, I would be more upset than I am at the moment, because I was worrying about me not doing well while here.  He said he will call me next weekend to work something out again.

I'll try and send some gustones later.  I may pop in and out of each game, like last night, to only send and accept requests, if only to help my neighbors.

It sounds like Amya had fun with Nick Jr.  When the girls were here in February, Serenity like to play on my laptop with Disney Playhouse.  You are still doing well getting things done for gifts - keep up the great work!

Going to go for now and lay back for a little.  See ya later!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on December 08, 2011, 01:51:24 am
Julie,

Awww...Sorry you are sick and also about the delay in seeing the girls.  I hope you feel better soon and as you said...hope he calls for arrangements for next week.  You would do better though if you and they are feeling 100 percent. 

I didn't get anything else done last night on the gift making.  I'm just so tired and depressed right now.  I did play a few games but then kick myself in the butt for doing that and nothing else. 

We need to pull ourself back up girlfriend. 

Take care of Julie today and hopefully things will improve soon.

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on December 08, 2011, 01:55:12 pm
Kim,

Thanks for your support and encouragement.  You're right, we gotta pull up and out.  I hope you are doing okay - hang in there. 

Honestly, the food poisoning should be better by now.  Apparently, I'm also having side effects to the new med she put me on, Daliresp.  I'm still not holding food down and I'm having a horrible time with my tummy.  I'm to call her back tomorrow if it's the same or worse.

Hopefully, I can talk more tomorrow and will feel better.  I'm not sure I'll make it to FB tonight - just not up to it (at this moment, anyway...)

You probably needed the break last night.  I hope tonight goes better for you.  Have Bob massage your neck and shoulders for a special treat!  Take care.

Julie
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on December 09, 2011, 01:51:16 am
Julie,

Yes, if it was food poisoning it should have worked itself out of your system by now.  Keep me posted on how you are feeling.  We're leaving for Indianapolis today around 10 but I'll have internet connection and will be checking FB, emails and hopefully able to do my daily click throughs on here. 

I'm excited about the trip.  I'll get to see my old friend Marilyn, downtown Indy decorated for Christmas and Conseco field house for the race.  Marilyn has baked us a poppyseed lemon cake and manicotti for tonight.  She said we're going to make some type of cookie made with a pretzel, a Hershey's kiss and topped with one M&M.  I don't believe I've ever seen or eaten one so I'm curious.  Roy will be taking us out to eat on Saturday and I'm not sure about Sunday yet but I'm hoping to get to Penn Station for one of my favorite artichoke subs and have Bob try one.  :)

I've made a baby blanket for her that she needs for a niece this month.  I've also made her a scarf and am in the process of finishing up a rug for her.  She loves my crocheted things and has an entire quilt rack full of afghan's I've made her over the years.  If she sees a new pattern she likes I usually get an email with the picture of it and a hint.   :P

The neighbor baked a nut bread yesterday and brought us a warm loaf.  It's made with a real bread crust and then the filling.  It is sooooo good.  She said if I bought the ingredients she'll spend an afternoon with me next week showing me how to make it.  The recipe makes ten loaves and would make a nice Christmas gift for people.  I've never really learned how to make breads, other than with my bread machine, so I'll be glad to have a lesson from a pro. 

Wow this entire message has been about food and there you are not able to hold any down.  That's just not fair!  Shame on me. 

Feel better my friend and we'll be in touch I'm sure.

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on December 09, 2011, 12:55:12 pm
Hi Kim,

Lol, you are right about all of that food!  That's fine.  I've held food down today - yay!!  Tummy is still sensitive, but I am so glad to be feeling better!

I'm excited for you about your weekend trip!  It sounds like a fun and relaxing time for you both and for you and your friend.  I'm really glad you are going.  If you think about it take some pics of downtown Indy decorated for Christmas.  The poppyseed lemon cake sounds delicious!  As does the nut bread!  And it sounds like your friend is hooked on your afghans, lol!  She knows what she likes and is loyal to you. 

Not sure what's happening this weekend since we were to have had the girls.  If I feel better tomorrow, I do want to get a couple of Christmas gifts and some stocking stuffers.  Veronica and I are going to look at some recipes for cookies and breads and see if there are a couple of things we would like to try and make.

Well you have fun, be safe, and stay warm!  Talk to you later!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on December 10, 2011, 03:14:44 am
Julie,

Just a quick note.  We are in Indy.  The poppyseed cake is delicious.  Here is the url for the recipe.

http://www.kitchenparade.com/2009/05/poppy-seed-cakes.php

I believe we will take Marilyn out to breakfast this morning.  Not sure what else is planned.  We have to be at Conseco Field house around noon today.   

Glad you are feeling better.  I'm going to try to squeeze a game or two in this morning so I can keep up and don't get over run by trees, stones and weeds. 

Later gator. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: ptfunds on December 10, 2011, 05:39:45 am
Hi - I was 60 this year and have over 25 years in IT. Tough place to find a job these days. I am planning to go back and finish my doctorate this coming year (I have 20 credits completed). I click to make this all work and have fun.  I have found that no matter what your work state is that seeing it as "working for yourself" is always the best way to go. In truth you are. So working for others or not - you are always self employed.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on December 10, 2011, 04:40:18 pm
Hi - I was 60 this year and have over 25 years in IT. Tough place to find a job these days. I am planning to go back and finish my doctorate this coming year (I have 20 credits completed). I click to make this all work and have fun.  I have found that no matter what your work state is that seeing it as "working for yourself" is always the best way to go. In truth you are. So working for others or not - you are always self employed.

Hi and welcome!  That is wonderful that you are going back to finish your doctorate.  I love your positive outlook.  Hope to see you again!  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on December 10, 2011, 04:56:09 pm
Kim,

Thanks for the recipe!  I saved it so I could check it out later.  It looks like something even I could handle, lol. 

My computer crashed last night.  So I didn't get to do much, especially since I got on later in the day.  My son fixed it for me thank goodness.  He put protection on it this time.

Sounds like you're having fun.  I'm glad.  How is the weather up there?  It's cold and clouded over here and another nor'easter is supposed to start coming through tomorrow.

Have a great time!  See you tomorrow!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on December 11, 2011, 07:04:18 pm
Hi Kim,

I just wanted to say thanks for your well wishes on FB this morning.  I've done better today and even got on FB some tonight.  Hope your trip has really been special for you!  Have a nice Monday!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on December 11, 2011, 07:35:39 pm
Quick shout out.  Just got home from Indy.  Only took us 5 hours.  Tired though and going to bed.  More tomorrow. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jeannia2 on December 11, 2011, 08:54:52 pm
Sorry to hear that tigerlilly.  There are some work at home jobs you could check into.  Alpine Access is one.  Go to Kim Komandos website and search for work at home.  It will bring up a link.  I for one know that Alpine Access is for real.  I have a friend that works for them and I was actually hired by them at one time but fell inactive in their rosters because I couldn't commit to more than 20 hours of week at that time.  Long story.  Good luck though and if you need more information feel free to ask. 
Thanks for the information on Alpine Access. I will look it up too. :wave:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on December 12, 2011, 01:42:55 am
Hi - I was 60 this year and have over 25 years in IT. Tough place to find a job these days. I am planning to go back and finish my doctorate this coming year (I have 20 credits completed). I click to make this all work and have fun.  I have found that no matter what your work state is that seeing it as "working for yourself" is always the best way to go. In truth you are. So working for others or not - you are always self employed.

Hi Ptfunds.  I too had 20 years in IT before they outsourced my job to India.  I think getting your doctorate is a great idea.  Clicking through here does help the purse a bit and yep you are working for yourself.  I figure if I found 15 cents or more laying on the street I'd bend over to pick it up so why not here? 

Thanks for stopping by and I hope you pay us a visit more often. 

KIm
 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on December 12, 2011, 01:44:20 am
Sorry to hear that tigerlilly.  There are some work at home jobs you could check into.  Alpine Access is one.  Go to Kim Komandos website and search for work at home.  It will bring up a link.  I for one know that Alpine Access is for real.  I have a friend that works for them and I was actually hired by them at one time but fell inactive in their rosters because I couldn't commit to more than 20 hours of week at that time.  Long story.  Good luck though and if you need more information feel free to ask. 
Thanks for the information on Alpine Access. I will look it up too. :wave:

You're welcome Jeannia2.  It is a good place to work.  I hope it pas out for you.  Please follow up and let us know if you do become employed with them. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on December 12, 2011, 10:14:24 am
Quick shout out.  Just got home from Indy.  Only took us 5 hours.  Tired though and going to bed.  More tomorrow. 

Glad you got home okay!  Take it a little easy today, okay?  I'm going to try to go to our adult Christmas Dinner at church tonight.  I still have a messed up tummy from this new med but I can pick at something little.  It would be nice getting out for a little bit after being so sick.  It's not everyday we still have an actual "date!"  Talk to you later!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on December 13, 2011, 02:34:57 am
Julie,

Still playing catch up here.  Had an appointment yesterday at noon and squeezed some time in for a little Christmas shopping.  Socks, undies and little things for Bob.  I can't find what I want to get him in the stores so I guess I'm going to do a little online shopping.  Tonight I'm taking Rose to the dinner for the Paint The Town.  They will announce the winners for the best windows.  It's a free dinner so worth it to me either way.  We are watching Amya today and will keep her tomorrow night while her mom goes to the Christmas dinner being held for the hospital employees.  I'm looking forward to this coming weekend to bake and do some odds and ends around the house but there will be the whole flurry of activities the following week. 

Sorry about your computer crash but it appears you are running again and starting to feel better.  Woot, woot!  About time.  Have to run and do some English.  The final test is coming up next week. 

One more test in Patho too...reproduction system so hopefully I'll do well.  I'm one point away from an A in her class but squeezing points out of that woman is like pulling your own teeth. 

Later. 
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Post by: jcribb16 on December 13, 2011, 05:43:23 pm
Hi Kim,

Great to hear from you!  Let me know how Rose comes out - I hope she gets it!  Hey, and a free dinner, to boot - not bad!

Hope you do great on your finals.  Lol about squeezing points out of that one instructor - you paint a funny picture, but very real at the same time.

Have fun with Amya while she's staying over.  I really hope I get to see those girls this weekend.  Do you remember me telling you when the Resort at the beach lost my car keys at the class reunion in June?  I'm using my free weekend stay this weekend with Veronica and I.  We have Christmas at my FIL's Saturday afternoon.  Then I'm hoping to still have the girls stay with Veronica and I Saturday night.  Sunday I want to take the girls to see their great-grandparents and then meet back up with Randal.  Veronica has a dr. appt. Monday morning, so after she gets back from that, we'll check out and come back home.  I'm hoping to enjoy some walking in the cold wind on that beach while we're there (just Veronica and I.)

I have some more labwork tomorrow to do per my new pulmonologist.  I had to go to the Health Clinic Thursday per SSDI to have a "vision test."  I think that was more of a set up visit for me to be observed - I'm constantly checked out by my doctors and my eye specialist.  But, hey, it's another step closer.  I also am calling SSDI tomorrow to update them on my new pulmonologist, labwork being done, and the 3 new meds.

Take care; talk to you tomorrow!

Julie  :)
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Post by: golotomer on December 14, 2011, 02:18:27 am
Julie,

Rose did win $500.00! There was one $1000.00 prize that went to another artist too. 

I did a no no.  They had lobster quesidilla's and I'm allergic to shellfish....but I love it.  My allergy hasn't been that bad though....just a rash and the roof of my mouth would get itchy and my lips would swell a bit...just a bit...so...I had one.  Well when I got home I have a horrible sore throat, headache, rash across my belly, ringing in my ears and my lips have little ulcers on them.  I just took my second dose of pain relief and I'm hoping to make the day at school.  More on that later.

I'm glad you are going to get away with Veronica for a day.  That's a nice break and it will be quality time for the two of you.  I hope you get the girls too. 

Good luck with the lab work.  We'll talk more later. 

Kim 
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Post by: jcribb16 on December 14, 2011, 07:17:37 pm
Kim,

That's wonderful about Rose winning $500.00!  I know she's got to be real proud.

Young lady, I sure hope you are okay tonight.  Do you keep an epi pen with you?  I'm sorry you are reacting to the lobster quesidilla.  You've got me worried now.  I have to keep an epi pen with me now because of the Xolair shots. 

I got my labwork done.  It took awhile for them to figure out what some of the codes were and they had to look in the big book.  Then I heard one of them call my pulmonologist's office and talk with them about making sure they had the codes right.  There were 5 vials of blood taken. 

Then I went to the hospital to see a friend who's got pneumonia, bronchitis, and whatever else they said.  He took his antibiotics pretty well, but did not do what the doctor said about taking the time off and resting at home.  It caught up with him.  He's supposed to be able to go home tomorrow.

Busy night with the kids working on our Christmas program.  They were a bit on the wild side but we made it through the practice.  The handbell choir is doing really well with their song, too.

Okay, please let me know how you are doing!  Hope you have a nice day!

Julie  :)
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Post by: golotomer on December 15, 2011, 01:30:39 am
Julie,

I ended up taking the entire day off school.  I still have a sore throat and a headache that comes and goes.  I did get some knitting/crocheting done.  There is still so much to be done that I get nervous about it if I allow myself to think.   

I'll bet you are busy getting those kids ready for their bells program.  Don't over do it.  This holiday bustle is not what it's supposed to be about if we bite off more than we can chew comfortably. 

I try to do for people all year but the problem is everything is attached to Christmas giving and nobody remembers all year. 

Gotta keep plugging along though.  This will be a really busy weekend.  More candies, cookies, gift wrapping, baking, studying and some household chores too.  Yikes. 

Hope you have a good day too. 
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Post by: ButterflyWings on December 15, 2011, 08:36:54 am
Peeking in been really uber busy the last few weeks..I usually am around holidays..I got some good news hee hee I may be going back to Michigan for sure by next Jan 2013 we have been looking at houses and they are so cheap we feel we should jump on them soon so we are saving and preparing to go even my Husband is really excited which is soo nice..It is odd I have this looming feeling it will happen before we expect and we will be shocked..Have no clue why but I will hold on to that feeling..I am not really saying anything on facebook cause its kinda still in planning phase so better keep it hush on my page lol..Crafts are good selling here and there I am so stunned the accent pins have not moved or sold I love them and so do my kids they are so easy and no pain using lmao..How are you girls? Hope no one is sick or anything bad is going on..Well off to do some more running today..Love ya girls xoxoxo Hope your day is beautiful and full of Love Dianna
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Post by: jcribb16 on December 15, 2011, 06:44:27 pm
Kim,

It's probably the best thing staying home today.  I hope you are feeling better tonight.  I was worrying about you.  It's after 9:00 tonight and I'm just getting on.  I did way too much yesterday and it caught up with me today.  But I'm okay.  Please look out for yourself okay?

Gotta do some laundry and cleaning tomorrow.  Yuck!  But it has to be done, right?  Just once in awhile it would be nice to have the special "talent" of Samantha from Bewitched, lol.

Is tomorrow your last day of school before Christmas break?  I know you're ready for some time off.  When I just went back and re-read your message, I noticed you included "studying" with your weekend activities.  I guess that answers my question about tomorrow, lol!

I still have a bit to finish up for Christmas gifts and stocking stuffers.  Then comes the wrapping the gifts.  I have the girls' Christmas finished up, but Randal hasn't called yet about the weekend while we are down there.  Different family members have told me I should try to quit worrying about it because they think Randal won't follow through again.  I may be discouraged, this is true, but a Nana's (and a Mom's) heart doesn't give up hope. 

Hope you had a restful night.  Have a great day today!

Julie  :)

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Post by: jcribb16 on December 15, 2011, 06:48:52 pm
Peeking in been really uber busy the last few weeks..I usually am around holidays..I got some good news hee hee I may be going back to Michigan for sure by next Jan 2013 we have been looking at houses and they are so cheap we feel we should jump on them soon so we are saving and preparing to go even my Husband is really excited which is soo nice..It is odd I have this looming feeling it will happen before we expect and we will be shocked..Have no clue why but I will hold on to that feeling..I am not really saying anything on facebook cause its kinda still in planning phase so better keep it hush on my page lol..Crafts are good selling here and there I am so stunned the accent pins have not moved or sold I love them and so do my kids they are so easy and no pain using lmao..How are you girls? Hope no one is sick or anything bad is going on..Well off to do some more running today..Love ya girls xoxoxo Hope your day is beautiful and full of Love Dianna
Hi Dianna!  It's always a pleasure to hear from you.  That's great that things are progressing towards moving back to Michigan!  A lot can be accomplished in a year and I hope things go smoothly for you and your family with this.  No worries about mentioning it on FB.  I actually haven't been on for 3 or 4 days now, except to tell a couple Happy Birthday.  You know I'm not feeling up to par when I don't get on FB and catch up with everyone and play my favorite games.  Maybe tomorrow...
Take care and we'll talk more soon!
Julie  :)
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Post by: golotomer on December 16, 2011, 02:16:12 am
Peeking in been really uber busy the last few weeks..I usually am around holidays..I got some good news hee hee I may be going back to Michigan for sure by next Jan 2013 we have been looking at houses and they are so cheap we feel we should jump on them soon so we are saving and preparing to go even my Husband is really excited which is soo nice..It is odd I have this looming feeling it will happen before we expect and we will be shocked..Have no clue why but I will hold on to that feeling..I am not really saying anything on facebook cause its kinda still in planning phase so better keep it hush on my page lol..Crafts are good selling here and there I am so stunned the accent pins have not moved or sold I love them and so do my kids they are so easy and no pain using lmao..How are you girls? Hope no one is sick or anything bad is going on..Well off to do some more running today..Love ya girls xoxoxo Hope your day is beautiful and full of Love Dianna

Dianna,  Glad you are getting the possible chance to go back home.  Glad too that the crafts are selling well.  The extra cash will come in handy during the holidays.  Maybe a different picture of the accent pictures???? Dark background or something so they show up real well.  Just a suggestion. 

Keeping my fingers crossed for you!

Kim
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Post by: golotomer on December 16, 2011, 02:24:01 am
Julie,

I have school until noon on Tuesday.  Today is the last test and I have one homework paper due on Monday but the rest is a breeze. 

I did make some candy last night...peppermint pieces stirred in to white chocolate, the little pretzels with a hershey's kiss and an M&M and some nut clusters.  I still want to make the turtles, several batches of hard tack and some cookies over the weekend so I can pack containers for the teachers. As you'll probably see on FB I found a new yarn with sequins in it that I love, love, love.  I made two hats last night.  I still have several *bleep* of yarn I want to use up but I'm making another trip to Pat Catan's to load up on this yarn.  My creative juices are flowing! 

Still not feeling 100% but I have improved. You need to slow down child!  When is your bells concert scheduled?  Maybe after that you can take some down time and catch up with yourself. 

Bob is leaving the day after Christmas.  I will have the time between then and when I return to school on the 2nd alone and can catch up on the house and getting reorganized before the next semester starts.  Not too bad though as they did have him scheduled to drive equipment to FL on the 20th and they were going to fly him back home on the 23 but they canceled that trip. 

Glad it's Friday.  TTYL,

Kim
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Post by: jcribb16 on December 16, 2011, 11:29:44 am
Hi Kim,

You're making my mouth water talking about the candy and cookies!  Those are always homemade gifts that are much appreciated and enjoyed.  My mother-in-law always makes things like that at Christmas.  Veronica loves to spend a night with her occasionally and enjoys having her teach her a lot of things like that.  And of course her grandmother is thrilled that at least 2 of her grandkids (Veronica and a cousin) want to carry on the family's traditions.

Your yarn sounds scrumptious!  Your description reminds me of a series of mystery books, written by Maggie Sefton, that I really enjoy reading.  The main character sort of helps to solve mysteries/murders because of hunches, or ideas, or doing "detective" work when she should be careful.  All of the other main characters revolve around a yarn store.  So many of them meet during lunch or time off, or to relax, at the huge table to crochet or knit while yakking. There is a connected Cafe where they enjoy coffee, tea, food.  The store is filled with yarn, seasonal too, and the author always describes all the different kinds of yarn there is, including texture, rainbow, pastels, brights, sparkling, etc.  That's one reason I enjoy reading her books, too.  Some of her titles include, "Skein of the Crime," "Knit One, Kill Two," "Needled to Death," "A Deadly Yarn," just to mention a few.  It's light reading.  In the back of the books, she includes recipes of seasonal goodies that were used in the book, and she includes a yarn stitch and how to do it, or even a yarn pattern for a scarf or hat.

I'm glad you are improving somewhat with feeling a little better.  The Christmas program is next Wednesday night.

That's great that Bob has at least Christmas day with you before leaving.  I know you'll get a lot of accomplished on break, but make sure to get out and about, okay?

I'm glad it's Friday, too.  I haven't heard from Randal about the weekend.  I'm guessing by now that he really is under an ultimatum from her that's it's either her or us, not both.  I'm pretty sure he just doesn't want to admit it to me.  If that's the case, I don't like having the girls dangled in front of me and then pulled back.  I'd rather him just be honest instead of getting my hopes up just to have them crash.  I know it's going to take time, if I can just hold on emotionally.

Hope you and Bob have a nice Friday evening and a wonderful weekend!

Julie  :)
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Post by: ButterflyWings on December 16, 2011, 02:52:08 pm
Peeking in been really uber busy the last few weeks..I usually am around holidays..I got some good news hee hee I may be going back to Michigan for sure by next Jan 2013 we have been looking at houses and they are so cheap we feel we should jump on them soon so we are saving and preparing to go even my Husband is really excited which is soo nice..It is odd I have this looming feeling it will happen before we expect and we will be shocked..Have no clue why but I will hold on to that feeling..I am not really saying anything on facebook cause its kinda still in planning phase so better keep it hush on my page lol..Crafts are good selling here and there I am so stunned the accent pins have not moved or sold I love them and so do my kids they are so easy and no pain using lmao..How are you girls? Hope no one is sick or anything bad is going on..Well off to do some more running today..Love ya girls xoxoxo Hope your day is beautiful and full of Love Dianna
Hi Dianna!  It's always a pleasure to hear from you.  That's great that things are progressing towards moving back to Michigan!  A lot can be accomplished in a year and I hope things go smoothly for you and your family with this.  No worries about mentioning it on FB.  I actually haven't been on for 3 or 4 days now, except to tell a couple Happy Birthday.  You know I'm not feeling up to par when I don't get on FB and catch up with everyone and play my favorite games.  Maybe tomorrow...
Take care and we'll talk more soon!
Julie  :)

Julie,

Aww Thanks hun I love checking in with you girls when I can..thank you I have such a good feeling about Michigan..I am so sorry you are not feeling well I hope you are resting and getting better hun..And I hope you have a wonderful week this week if I do not catch ya love ya Dianna
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Post by: ButterflyWings on December 16, 2011, 02:54:25 pm
Peeking in been really uber busy the last few weeks..I usually am around holidays..I got some good news hee hee I may be going back to Michigan for sure by next Jan 2013 we have been looking at houses and they are so cheap we feel we should jump on them soon so we are saving and preparing to go even my Husband is really excited which is soo nice..It is odd I have this looming feeling it will happen before we expect and we will be shocked..Have no clue why but I will hold on to that feeling..I am not really saying anything on facebook cause its kinda still in planning phase so better keep it hush on my page lol..Crafts are good selling here and there I am so stunned the accent pins have not moved or sold I love them and so do my kids they are so easy and no pain using lmao..How are you girls? Hope no one is sick or anything bad is going on..Well off to do some more running today..Love ya girls xoxoxo Hope your day is beautiful and full of Love Dianna

Dianna,  Glad you are getting the possible chance to go back home.  Glad too that the crafts are selling well.  The extra cash will come in handy during the holidays.  Maybe a different picture of the accent pictures???? Dark background or something so they show up real well.  Just a suggestion. 

Keeping my fingers crossed for you!

Kim

Kim,

Hey sweetie..Me too I am soo excited it may happen I cannot contain my over happiness lmao..Yes and I am putting half away for Michigan move too..Great Idea I really want to get some better pictures of somethings I will try that..thanks hun I hope you have a super week if I do not see ya much love Dianna
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Post by: golotomer on December 17, 2011, 02:04:39 am
Julie, 

I can't believe Randal did what he did...or at least it appears so at this time.  Surely he'll have second thoughts at Christmas??? It sounds like you're going to have to call a meeting with him.  Tell him he has to set aside time to get with you and Rodney and talk, heart to heart and one on one.  This just can't continue and you're going to have to find some common ground for the sake of being able to have a relationship with your grandchildren. 

I know your heart is breaking.  I wish there was something I could do or say to make you feel better. 

I took my test yesterday but don't know the official results.  I think I did well though.  I only had one class in the morning at 8 and the next wasn't until 2 so I came home and made 5 batches of hard tack and crocheted three hats.  I made a total of 7 hats yesterday.  Yes it's the truth!  I have one hat ready to mail to a friend this morning and a scarf going out to my SIL's mother who is in a rest home.  I love him and his mom as if they were my own family and miss not seeing her during the holidays.  She's had a series of strokes and I hope she remembers who I am.  The scarf is a grayish blue so I told her in my Christmas message that it would accent her pretty blue eyes.  She was a beautiful young woman and is still a lovely looking older woman and is a beautiful soul from the tips of her toes to the top of her head.  She is the essence of a true Christian...so soft and loving with not a mean bone in her body.  Always smiling.  Thriving on being in a rest home, around other people and having games, entertainment and people to visit with. 

Today's schedule is really full:  making reindeer dust for Amya and a couple of other school friends to give to their grandchildren http://christmas.organizedhome.com/gifts-crafts-gift-tags/magic-reindeer-food

Making turtles.  Using a turtle shaped candy mold, caramel ice cream topping and peacans, baking some cookies (not sure what yet but have leftover m&m's and peanut butter chips and a chocolate cake mix to work with. 

Making more hats.  Have two homework assignments due on Monday and need to get the teachers gifts ready to carry in to school on Monday.  Tuesday is a half day. 

I'll still have a few hats to make between Tuesday and Christmas but I should be able to get them all done along with getting everything wrapped.

I guess we will spend Christmas Eve with his kids at Jess's new place then we'll drive to Erie on Christmas day and spend it with my son and his fiance's mom and dad.  We'll spend the night there and that way I can just drop Bob off at the truck so he can leave for Florida.  They will fly him home for New Years and will fly him back down to Florida.  He'll drive the truck back so I'll have to pick him up in Erie on his last return. 

I doubt I'll get to go to WV after all so I'll have to mail their things and plan a trip later on during my next break. 

Sorry I've chewed your ear so long.  Somehow listing all the stuff I need to do in a note to you has helped me organize my thoughts.  Off to play my games then the kitchen.  It was funny yesterday...I had a batch of candy on the stove that was supposed to go to 300 degrees.  I took a minute (Yeah right) to play Zombieland thinking I'd be back to the kitchen in time.  NOT!  I took that candy up to 330 degrees and scorched it really good.  I told Bob that's what I got for killing Zombie clowns. 

Later gator...I'll be seeing you about. 
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Post by: jcribb16 on December 17, 2011, 05:47:43 pm
Kim,

You can chew my ear as long as you want - I always enjoy reading what you write!  :)   I am very impressed with how much you have been making and getting done!!  If you can make 7 hats in one day, I know you'll get the rest done spit-spot!  You'll have to take a couple of pics of them so I can see how they turned out. 

That's neat and fun for Amya making reindeer dust for her.  She'll have fun with that.  When you are done with everything and Christmas is passed, you won't know what to do with your hands, lol!

It sounds like you have a busy schedule with getting together with the family at Christmas.  I hope all goes well for everyone.  We had a nice afternoon Christmas with my FIL.  Randal never did call.  Just supporting and encouraging me is very much appreciated.  It is time for some kind of meeting, that's for sure.  I feel pretty sure that DIL has given him the ultimatum and he's not got upset with her enough to put his foot down.  I did take the girls Christmas gifts in case, but I'll just hold on to them for now.

Your SIL's mother sounds like a truly sweet lady.  That's real nice what you are making for her - I know she will love it even more because you made it. 

Good luck on your test!  Oh, and yes, you are a funny lady to fight zombie clowns and let your candy scorch, lol!!  I can only imagine what Bob thought, hee hee!  It's so easy to get caught up in those games sometimes and what you think is only a couple of minutes turns out to be 30 minutes, or more, ha ha!!  Did you do your batch over?

Hope your Sunday is great! 

Julie  :)
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Post by: golotomer on December 18, 2011, 02:21:27 am
Julie,

I made a total of 5 batches of candy the day I scorched the other because of the zombie war.  Otherwise it would have been six.  I wasn't as productive yesterday.  I had promised the neighbor, Vince, to type a legal document for him.  I did the typing but he stayed to visit too and I used up a few hours with him.  Poor old guy.  His wife was injured many years ago while walking on a treadmill they had purchased from Sears.  The safety key didn't work right and when she fell from the machine it didn't shut off and she got really torn up.  Went through a lot of suffering.  They tried to sue and had a valid case but lost.  He is determined to reopen the case because there was evidence tampering and other things that happened but he has to take this to a higher level and although he is well spoken his letter is full of a bunch of big works and legal jargon but it doesn't flow right.  I don't know how to tell him without hurting his feelings and he dictates rather than ask for advice.  I don't have the time to tackle this issue in the proper way.  God love him...he is right and should win in court but nobody is going to listen and there isn't any money to be gained by a lawyer, one way or another, so nobody will take up the fight for him. 

Today is going to be a homework day and finishing up wrapping what gifts have to go in for the teachers and a couple of good friends. 

Yesterday afternoon I looked at my cell phone but not until late in the afternoon.  (I'm not one to carry it with me or pay much attention to it on weekends.)  I realized that I had a missed call from my son that had come in at 2:41 am.  I called him back to find out why he had called me so early (or late) and realized that he is in the hospital.  It appears that he had a major problem with the medications the doctor had put him on for anxiety.  He swears he almost died and was ready to just give in to the peaceful feeling when he got mad and started to fight to live.  He is only 30.  They kept him again last night and are running some tests.  They said something on his EKG doesn't look right too.  The doctor had him on five different medications and apparently wasn't monitoring him very well.  That's what happens when you don't have insurance and are at the mercy of people that just don't really care. 

Well dear I'll see you about on FB games and will talk to you more later. 

Make your Sunday special in some small way. 

Kim
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Post by: jcribb16 on December 18, 2011, 08:29:42 pm
Kim,

That is a real shame about your neighbor's wife.  I feel so bad for both of them.  And here was someone just trying to exercise and ends up like that.  I hope for both their sakes that someone will feel for their situation and take it for them.  Please let me know how things go.

I'm really sorry what's happened with your son, and sure do hope he'll be okay.  That's really scary.  Do keep me posted.  5 meds for anxiety seem like an awful lot at once.  Do you know what any of them are?  Is he in the same hospital his girlfriend works at?

Speaking of meds, this Daliresp that has been messing with my stomach is still doing so.  I've been switching between Immod AD, Pepto Bismol, and Mylanta.  It's also got my acid reflux stirred up majorly.  I guess I should call the dr. about it.  I know they are common side effects but how long are they common to go on like this?   :dontknow:

Randal never called.  We cancelled our motel reservations for now.  Years ago, when I was teaching Music and Chorus from Kindergarten through High School Chorus, the youth pastor and Randal really clicked.  This man is a pastor now and he and his wife started a ministry for troubled teens.  Anyway, he is also a former Marine, short, black, and strong as nails.  Randal used to spend a lot of time with his family and this man really worked with Randal through the rebellious years.  Veronica asked us and we said fine, that she wanted to contact them and let them know what's going on with Randal and family.  They only live a few minutes away from Bon's family and several miles from the base housing.  They have already re-connected with Randal through FB (at least Randal accepted him as friend...) and have been commenting on Bon and his pics of the girls and all.  They are having them over for dinner soon.  I know this friend of ours will assess things and be able to discern what to maybe do to help.  I am very thankful for this because Randal has always had the utmost respect for him.  I hope Randal will still respond the same.

I hope you have a super day tomorrow.  You will make a lot of people happy with your gifts.  Good luck on your test, too.  All of my household are off now and are looking forward to sleeping in tomorrow, for once!  They all get up around 4:30 a.m., so to sleep until 7:00 or 8:00 is sleeping in for them, lol.

Talk with you later!

Julie  :)

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Post by: golotomer on December 19, 2011, 01:58:38 am
Julie,

My son is out of the hospital and left with just two meds.  I'm hoping he doesn't take any of them and will just concentrate on controlling his anxiety by natural methods.  I'm trying to convince him to meditate.  He is here until this evening.  Long story but I picked him and his girlfriend up last night and will take them home tonight.  I gave him the book, the Power of Now to read hoping it will help him. 

I don't like taking too many medications together.  I think it complicates things and there are so many side effects it's hard to determine what is causing the problem, the real illness or the meds. 

I think having your friend assess the situation is a good thing.  It's as close as you're going to get to being a fly on the wall.  Even if he doesn't have a heart to heart talk he can maybe get an idea of whether things are strained between Randal and Bon and how they react when your names are mentioned.  Then you can go from there. 

I have all of my gifts wrapped and ready to take to school this morning.  I ended up giving away so many of the hats I made that I'm now going to have to make a few more because I want to send a batch of them to my daughters/grand-daughters and also some for Bob's girls.  A quick count in my head puts me at an additional at 12 more hats to make.  Not a problem though as I made one and a half on a one and a half hour trip to Erie last night.  :)  I'll stop tonight and buy the yarn and after I get off school on Tuesday at noon I will concentrate on getting those that I need done by Christmas Eve completed then I will mail the others but they will arrive a little late.  I'm still waiting on a gift I ordered for my grandson and SIL so their package will get mailed late anyhow. 

Off to play my games this morning before leaving for school.  TTYL,

Kim



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Post by: jcribb16 on December 19, 2011, 10:34:27 am
Kim,

I'm glad your son is okay and that they stayed with you last night.  It probably did them both good knowing you were there.  Not to mention you could be mom on hand for a bit.  I hope this situation will work out with him.

You gave some good thoughts about our friend trying to assess the situation with Randal and Bon.  Especially about their reactions when our names are mentioned.  I hadn't really thought of that one.

With all of the hats you are making, did you make one for yourself, too?  I know you will get all of the others done.  You have a great track record so far, lol!  What kind of style are they?  Like beret or beanie?

I'm with you about too many meds.  I used to panic if I had to take a Sudafed years ago.  And now I'm on a full page of meds.  It bothers me sometimes, but yet with everything I've been through thru the years I can understand why so many and why different ones.  There were such a variety of things that happened with me that they had to get everything in control.  There's been one or two dropped here and there, but there's so many that have been exchanged out for the same type or different strength.  Maybe one day more will be dropped...

Roddy and Veronica are back from grocery shopping - I'm in charge of stocking the pantry - they get it all out of order, lol.

Hope today was fun; I know they all liked your gifts!  Hope your test was aced!!!

Julie  :)
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Post by: golotomer on December 20, 2011, 02:43:24 am
Julie,

Just a quick note.  We ran my son home last night.  It's snowing this morning.  I just hope it doesn't get bad before I get home from school.  I'm off at noon and have an appointment to get the oil changed in my car.  I really need to get to the grocery store for a few things and I need a few more *bleep* of yarn then I hope I can just hole up until we have to go back out on Christmas Eve for our first family gathering. 

The hats I'm making are varied styles but a lot of them are just basic hats.  I did make a beret for myself.  It's loose fitting and doesn't squash your hair and I feel a little French when I wear it.  Ohh la la. 

I'm so looking forward to this break. 

More later as I have an assignment to finish up before my 8 am class. 

See you about.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on December 20, 2011, 12:28:35 pm
Kim,

Snow!  Sounds neat, but definitely understand about wanting to get home and hole up.  How much are you supposed to get?

Hope all went well at school.  Now you're off for a bit - that's great, because you need and deserve it

Does anyone ever ask you about making hats for them?  With everyone getting hats for Christmas, I can only imagine how many others would love to order one, at least for a price!

Doing a few things today in the house.  I had to fill out a form from SSDI about Veronica and her everyday activites, including what she can and can't do, and what she used to do and can't do now.  And I'm trying to finish up Christmas cards to a few people.  I usually do them earlier and I'm not doing very many this year. 

How did everyone at school like your homemade goodies?  I'm sure they loved them.

Talk to you later!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on December 21, 2011, 02:19:23 am
Julie,

It snowed about an inch and then all melted off.  Today it's raining and I think supposed to be warmer again. 

Yes people ask me about making hats to sell.  They especially like the character hats with the ear lugs and the hats that are multi-colored and make their own stripes.  I probably will make some and take them in after the holidays to see if they will sell.  The hats I gave away were a hit.  I even had one girl get all excited about one of the tie dye looking yarns so I made her one during class yesterday and just gave it to her.  We didn't have anything to do in class for two hours so the teacher didn't mind.  It only took me an hour and a half to make. 

Today is present wrapping day.  Bob and I laid everything out on the bed in the guest room so we know who is getting what and I also have to wrap the things I got for him.  I still have a few hats to make so I can send them and a box of other things to my daughter in WV.  I will be mailing a couple to my gdaughter in Cali and I need to make a couple for my son's girl in Erie and also my other daughter and her boyfriends' two children.  I probably won't see her until around the New Year though.  I'm going to try to make a few cookies today or tomorrow too to add to the candies. 

When is your bell concert?  All ready?  Feeling better? 

I'm still working on the games.  I wish I wasn't so addicted to them as I'm spending way too much time out there. 

TTYL,

Kim   

 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on December 21, 2011, 07:27:12 pm
Hi Kim,

Our Kids' Choir Christmas Program was tonight.  It went well - I'm very proud of these kids.  So many of them are bus kids, and come from rough family homes.  They've come so far.  Their bell song, "Silent Night" was pretty - it was the first time they played bells accompanied by cd music.  Their songs they sang turned out nice.  Afterwards, they each (about 45) received a present from the church.  They were so excited.

Whew, though, it did wear me out - I'm tired now, lol.  My restless leg syndrome is kicking rear tonight after being on my feet so long.  I took my meds for it am hope they will kick in quick.

When you make some hats for after the holidays, can you place me on your list of ones who want to buy?  I love the beret styles!  If it's not okay, though, please let me know!

Our pastor, his wife, his dad, and his mom all love coffee.  So I got them each a tall heavy-weight Christmas mug and filled them with a bunch of goodies like candy each one likes, Slim Jims, etc.  For our two sets of neighbors, Veronica and I are giving them hot cocoa with mugs and marshmallows, and a little gift card: Walmart for our neighbors who had the fire; Starbucks for the other.  Not exactly homemade, but it's something we know they like.

I did get stocking stuffers for my household today, too.  We just need to finish Christmas for Roddy's mom and his brother/wife, sister/hubby, and our nieces and 1 nephew.  We can't afford much, but we'll do what we can.

I don't care for this weather right now, lol.  We want it to be cold for Christmas, and it's doing like up your way - it's getting warmer towards the weekend instead of cooler.  That's just not right...

I love the games too much, too.  I think I got a little burned out though trying to keep up with them and then when I hit the latest asthma rough patch and the food poisoning, and this new med that doesn't like me much in the tummy, I just don't have the energy to do them like I was.  I will get back on it, though.  Now that this program is behind me, that will help, too.

Hope you are enjoying your official Christmas break now!  I'll talk to you tomorrow! 

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on December 22, 2011, 02:38:35 am
Julie,

I'm glad the concert turned out well and that it's finally over.  Now you too can get some rest. 

What color of a beret would you like to have?  Send me your address again.  You do not need to buy one.  I had hoped to get one mailed to you as a gift anyhow but would rather know what color you like so it doesn't sit in a drawer unused.  Tell me what color for Veronica too.  It will be after Christmas of course but there is plenty of winter left.  I made one beret hat that I really like.  It fits real loose but keeps your head warm without squashing your hair.  I'm thinking that might be your style too.  ???

It sounds like you're pretty well prepared for Christmas.  We got our gifts wrapped yesterday.  I baked three types of cake mix cookies, chocolate with chips and nuts, chocolate with m&m's and carrot cake with pecans.  I love these cookies!  We took all of the candies I had made along with the cookies and made up red and green plastic plates (that I bought at 90 percent off last Christmas for a total of 10 cents each) and covered them with Christmas plastic wrap. 

We are meeting with my girlfriend Nellie this morning for breakfast.  Her birthday is the 30th so we'll treat her to breakfast and I made her a black hat with sequins on it for Christmas. 

I gave Bob one of his Christmas presents last night. He will be leaving the day after Christmas and I knew that he would want to play with his toy, a remote control helicoptor, so I gave it to him early.  As figured he did have fun with it until he broke a small piece off.  He was on Ebay last night ordering replacement parts.   :sad1:

He loves anything with small engines so I figure this will turn into a hobby.  We got one for Jen's boyfriend Sean too so they can compare notes on Christmas day. 

I got my grandson one of those remote control, helium filled clown fish too.  We haven't mailed their package yet but I can imagine he and his dad will have a good time with the fish.  They have vaulted ceilings in their living room and a big long hallway to fly the fish so they should be able to sit on the couch and make it go a long way. 

Gonna run and play my games so I can get ready to meet Nellie this morning.  See ya around. 

Kim 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on December 22, 2011, 08:37:40 pm
Hi Kim,

I didn't get too much rest today!  I did some cleaning, cooked brunch, and made a couple of pitchers of tea.  I also filled the bird feeders.  Finally after all of that I got on the computer to do some things and try to get a head start since I've been getting on late every day.  I knew Roddy hasn't felt well for a few days, and then yesterday, I noticed he was wheezing some (he does that when he gets bronchitis), and he started coughing and getting hoarse.  It got bad this afternoon, and once he coughed so hard he did something to his lower back/side.  He was in severe pain.  Mr. "I never go to hospitals" said maybe it might be a good idea.  We spent this afternoon and evening in ER.  They did chest x-rays, gave him 2 nebulizer treatments, 2 shots in the rear (steroids; pain), antibiotics, and muscle relaxers.  They gave him 5 prescriptions: steroids, antibiotics, albuterol, hydrocodone cough medicine, and muscle relaxers.  I've got him all settled now, bless his heart. 

Really, Kim, you know I would pay you for the berets.  If you change your mind on that, let me know!!  Veronica really likes the red wine-color and said to tell you that what you are doing is so sweet and thank you.  I'm not really picky, but I do like forest green or maybe dark brown.  I thank you, too, very much.  When my computer went down this last time, I lost a lot of email contacts.  If you wouldn't mind sending me a test email, that way I'll get yours back.  Then I can send you my address.  Oh, and yes!  I love the style you are speaking of - I'm picky about my hair being squashed so that would be perfect. 

You were really busy yesterday.  The first 2 cookies I like, too.  I've not tried the carrot cake with pecans cookies.  I love carrot cake so I would probably like them.  My son Adam definitely would!  You've accomplished a lot over a period of time, along with school, and everything else.  You've done great!

That's nice what you're doing for Nellie for her birthday!  You spoil your friends and love doing it, don't you?  On the other hand, they've got to be great friends themselves.

Neat about giving Bob one of his presents.  You can't go wrong with those kinds of gifts for men!  I hope he found a replacement part and that it comes in quick.  The remote control helium filled clown fish sounds really fun.  I haven't seen one of those before.

Well, I'm going to finish my paid things now before heading to bed.  Talk to you later!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on December 23, 2011, 02:39:54 am
Julie,

Sorry Roddy is feeling badly too.  You guys need a vacation on a sunny beach to bake away all of the aches and pains. 

Thanks for letting me know about the colors.  I want to get some special yarns though so it will have to wait until next week.  I'll send you my email address.  No I do not want paid and yes I love to give to my friends and family.  I didn't get a whole lot done yesterday.  Laundry, sweeping and some crochet but somehow allowed the day to just slip away. 

Bob and I have opened a majority of our presents.  One of mine was a tiny, light weight box.  Inside there was a puzzle.  When I put it together there was a picture of an orange mountain bike and a message saying "It's in the camper."  Yep he bought me a new mountain bike.  It's a nice one.  The last bike I had was from a yard sale and wasn't in the best shape.  We'll have to get him one this spring so he can go riding with me.  Father's day? 

We did meet with Nellie for breakfast and I gave her her hat and a large piece of coral I had and also a large star fish.  She is decorating her one bathroom in nautical and these are nice pieces I had laying around that I can no longer use.  Bob's house just isn't the type you can do much decorating of that nature. 

She gave me cookies, zucchini bread, homemade bath salts, a bottle of patchouli oil and some hand creams.  She has been in my life since we were 15 years old so we go back a long way. 

I gave Bob his luggage, so he can pack for his next trip, and several pairs of cargo pants so I could make sure they fit before he leaves....in case they need returned.  I don't have much more to give him other than the normal socks, underwear and tshirts.  The only remaining fun thing is a tshirt which shows the evolution process but the guy turns into a gokarter.   

Oh yeah he also got me a lava lamp and a sand glass.  I love my lava lamp for a night light in the bedroom and my bulb had blown out on mine.  I'll get a new bulb and have two.  I had recently started a small hour/sand glass collection so he added to it.  I only have three but they are all unique.  He got this one at Pier1. 

Going shopping for groceries today and need to finish up a couple of things in preparation for the get together on Christmas Eve at Jess's.  I have to get settled and catch up on some homework.  This time is going way too fast. 

Kim 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on December 23, 2011, 07:41:31 pm
Hi Kim,

I really enjoyed reading your message today.  So many neat things in it.  That's neat how far back you and Nellie go - those are our special friends, for sure.  I do have a friend, also a Julie, with whom I've been friends with since 2nd grade.  We were always know as Julie M. and Julie N. in our classes, so we'd know who the teacher was speaking to.  We live in different states, but keep up by phone and email.  She's hopefully coming down next fall.

Nellie gave you some really nice things.  I love the patchouli myself.  I love what Bob did with the puzzle and giving you the bike.  That's is such a neat way to do that!  I love lava lamps, too.  They also give such a warm, cozy, and soft feel to a darkened room.  I've never thought about collecting hour glasses and sounds like a unique idea - they are neat, not seen often, and different.  Veronica and I collected a few sand glasses when she was younger because she saw one and loved it.  So we worked on those for awhile, and even made a couple.  All of your gifts for Bob really fit for what he does.  The t-shirt sounds funny!

Roddy's feeling pretty rough, but you know how men are.  He's enjoying the nursing and pampering.  He's got a horrible-sounding cough.  I've made him do the nebulizer every 4 hours, lol, and tease him for smoking that "peace pipe" since he likes to tease me about it.  Haha!  The way he is, though, I know he won't be well enough for us to go out of town to his mom's for Christmas with all of the family.  Veronica and Adam will go.  Then when he's better, we'll go and spend some time with them.

I had an insomnia night last night.  I literally did not go to sleep until 7:00 this morning.  I had even taken a sleep med and for some reason it just wouldn't kick in.  Maybe with all going on, or I was wondering if one of my new meds is doing it.  Oh well, maybe tonight, lol! 

Veronica baked a Dutch apple pie today.  It smelled so good in here and was delicious.  A friend made cakes and brought us 2 - red velvet and a turtledove cake.  I've never heard of the 2nd one, but it's really good.  It's like off-white colored icing (with teeny nuts), off-white cake (looks like banana bread), with bananas, pineapples, and cherries mixed in.

I agree - time is going too fast!  I hope you have a great time at Jess's.  I want to wish you and Bob and your family a very Merry Christmas and a wonderful family time together!  Later, my friend!

Julie   :cat:

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on December 24, 2011, 03:05:55 am
Good Christmas Eve morning Julie, 

We ended up opening all of our gifts last night.  We're both big kids and it's hard to wait.  He has been playing with his new rc helicoptor and broke it so he ended up buying replacement parts on ebay already.  They'll be shipping from China.  It irritates me that so many of the things we purchase end up coming from other countries.  I try to be careful about buying USA made but unfortunately we are lacking when it comes to the production of electronics. 

Bob got me a really nice black coat, a green sweater, and a pair of silver earrings.  He is pretty good about selecting things I'll like and buying thoughtful presents.  I got him three pairs of cargo pants that he really needed, long undies, regular undies and some black socks too.  I have to wash everything up today so he can pack for Florida. 

We were supposed to go to my son's tomorrow and eat dinner but he and his fiance are arguing and he called to say not to bother to come.  It's a long story but they are both subject to temper tantrums and anti-social behavior.  That being said there was a change in plans of where we would eat our Christmas dinner so Bob said rather than do last minute meal shopping we would either just eat leftovers from Jess's dinner tonight or we'll go eat Chinese.  Chinese will be one of the only restaraunts open and hopefully we can have anything but a duck with its head still attached (reference to the movie A Christmas story).  Hee hee. 

Sorry Roddy is feeling badly.  I hope that by today he is feeling better so that his Christmas isn't compromised.  As with all holidays it is the spirit and not the exact day attached to a calendar that is the true essence.  This world has become far too commercialized anyhow and I'm all about doing the unexpected and trying to remember to be good to others all the time and not just a few times a year when a calendar is marked for a special occasion. 

Veronica's pie sounds yummy.  I love the smell of fresh baked foods. 

I hope you get a good sleep but don't manage to turn your schedule upside down.  I hate it when insomnia sets in.  I had it one night last week and was up at 2 in the morning.  I did manage to stay away until 9 the next night so got myself back on schedule. 

Did your other friend meet up with Randall for their meal yet? Have you heard from him at all?

I had a bit of sadness set in last night while I was marking the calendar for the upcoming year.  I always take the old calendar and leaf through it to pull the family birthdates and other events that I want to carry forward.  Doing that was eye opening to what all has transpired this year...starting school in February, finding out the major thing about Bob in the same month, starting counseling, etc.   I went to bed with a heavy heart and had a bit of a cry before I went to sleep.  I told him I wish he had never lied to me and had left me alone where I was living in my own apartment in that little town that I loved.  Things would have been a lot different for me had I never made the decision to move down here.  Maybe better, maybe worse...who knows.  I have to believe though that everything happens for a reason and that there is a lesson in this for me or I would lose all hope in this world. 

I have my first appointment with what will become a joint counselor.  I have to meet with her first for an hour before Bob and I go in together.  The appointment is set for January 19th.  It will be hard to find a mutual time for us to meet as a couple since he will be gone three weeks of every month from January to March. 

I still sway back and forth and run hot and cold in my feelings.  This is very hard.  There still isn't a day that I don't think about it and my stomach churns.  I know if money was different I probably wouldn't have stayed here and that's not a good reason to keep it together.  I do care about him a whole lot, love him, but I still would have preferred to be separate to see if my feelings were strong enough to overcome this situation from a distance. 

Enough blabbering.

I wish you and yours a great Christmas too.  I'm thankful for the relationship you and I have forged and can't believe how much a part of each day you have become even though we've never met.  Thanks for being there for me through what has been a very difficult year. 
 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: inertia4 on December 24, 2011, 03:08:59 am
All I can say is that things are hard right now with the current economy. I myself have been out of work, but do have medical issues. So, I am trying to deal with things myself.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on December 24, 2011, 06:14:37 am
Inertia,

Yes things are difficult for many people right now.  Being my age I've gone through a few financial hard times and have also seen better.  I hope your medical problems don't keep you down.  It's hard to keep your happy levels when you aren't feeling well but it's important to try to keep a positive outlook.  I try.  Fail at times too but keep plugging. 

Happy holidays to you!

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on December 24, 2011, 06:54:06 pm
All I can say is that things are hard right now with the current economy. I myself have been out of work, but do have medical issues. So, I am trying to deal with things myself.

Inertia,
I agree totally about the current economy.  I've been out of work since May and also have some medical issues and a pile of medical bills.  I hope things improve for you health-wise and financially.  Hope you have a Merry Christmas!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on December 24, 2011, 07:35:19 pm
Kim,

Happy Christmas Eve to you!  We're like big kids around here, too, lol.  You got some really nice things - yep, he does have a good knack of choosing things for you.  The silver earrings sound lovely. 

 I did the Christmas stockings this afternoon.  It wasn't a few minutes later Roddy started talking about the stockings.  He was asking the pets if they wanted us to pass them out yet, lol.  Then Adam came in and asked his dad if we were doing the stockings instead of tomorrow.  A few minutes later, Veronica came in the room and asked us if the stockings were ready.  I got the "hint" and okay pass them out.  Well, afterwards, they were talking about opening the presents now.  We always do a couple the night before and the rest, with the stockings on Christmas morning.  All 3 kept acting giddy and trying to hide grins.  So I gave in.  It wasn't long until I found out what was going on.  They had all put in together and gotten me a Kindle Fire, including the cover, and a $25 gift card to Amazon.  Adam had already added 4 games on there and set up my email, FB, and some others.  All I had to do was browse and enjoy.  That was really neat - I totally didn't expect it!  I really like it a lot.

Unfortunately, Roddy isn't well enough to go to his mom's tomorrow.  Veronica and Adam are still going, though.  I'm staying with him just in case.  He actually seemed a little worse today, so I don't want to leave him.  We'll go back down when he's better.  Like you said though, it's the spirit of the day.

I'm sorry about your son and his girl friend.  Maybe they'll be over it tomorrow and at least maybe they'll enjoy the day, in spite of themselves.  I laughed when you described the duck with the head attached, ha ha - that is a good movie.  I hope you and Bob enjoy your time together since he's leaving so quick.  I'll be thinking of you since it'll just be Roddy and I, too.

I've heard nothing from Randal.  All of the family have gifts for the girls and are frustrated with this situation.  My in-laws have been very supportive of us, and have really been trying to keep up with me to make sure I'm doing okay.  One of my in-laws told me the other day she's ready to go to Bon's mom's house and ask her to have Randal bring the girls over.  But she's just venting - she won't actually do it.  I haven't seen anything on our friends' walls about them going to eat with them yet.  But I'm sure they'll call and let us know afterwards.

Yes, you have definitely had a tough year, with a lot of ups and downs.  The thing is, several different areas of your life were affected at one time.  I'm really proud of you and how you have persevered through everything.  You've done very well in school, helped to tolerate having Jess and her issues with you in your home, helped take care of Amya, went through that with Bob, just to mention a few.  You have maintained a positive outlook even through the down times.  I hope the joint counseling will be helpful to both of you, and that it will help him move on away from that other and onward with you both.

You have also been a great friend and encourage to me as well.  It wouldn't be the same at all in here without talking to you daily.  We are definitely going to have to try and meet one day in the near future!  I'm very thankful for our friendship.  :)

Oh, and you can blabber as much as you want, lol.  You know I've done that to you many times!

You and Bob have a wonderful Christmas tomorrow!

Julie  :)

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: malgron on December 24, 2011, 11:58:40 pm
I'm a college student, 10 classes from my degree. I'm also 38..
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on December 25, 2011, 03:14:16 am
Merry Christmas morning!  I slept in today.  Didn't get up until 5:45!  That's the longest since break started.   ;D

We went to Jess's last night for dinner and met up with Chad and his girl friend Nadine, Jen, Jess and Amya.  We had our turkey dinner and exchanged gifts.  Jen got her dad a nice Craftsman tool box.  He really needed it as his old one is falling apart.  She made me a really big glass vase, which she hand decorated with ivy and filled with white lights, scented pinecones and holly berries.  It's huge and very pretty.  It probably stands 2 1/2 feet tall.  Chad and Nadine got us an Italian gift basket filled with pasta, sauces, cheese, beer from Buffalo (where they live), a large cookie and some sort of fancy black olive cracker spread.  All unique products.  Jess gave us a gift certificate to one of the local steak houses.  The kids were all very generous to us!  We had a good time and Amya entertained us using her new T-Pain (rapper) microphone that her Aunt Jenny bought her.  She loved the Innovation tablet we got her and her Hello Kitty hat I made her. 

I had made each of the girls two hats for Christmas and Nadine had bought them charm bracelets so they all posed for pictures in their hats holding their hands up so you could see their bracelets.  If they post them to FB I'll repost so you can see them too. 

Jess gave us lots of leftovers so I guess we won't have to go eat the duck at the Chinese restaurant today afterall.  We might go to see War Horse if it's playing at the local theatre though.  That looks like a really good movie. 

I'm sure you'll enjoy your Kindle.  They do so many cool things besides just reading books.  I'll bet they were as excited to give it to you as you were to receive it.  I can just see their sneaky little grins. 

I never did hear anything yesterday from my son.  If he doesn't call me this afternoon I will touch base with him.  It isn't me he is mad at...just the world, the trials of life and he and Angie aren't getting along too well.  I'm not sure at this time if I have to run Bob to Erie to pick up the truck or if he will drive his car and let it sit there until he returns home.  It all depends on if they are flying him home for New Years.  If I do have to go to Erie I will suggest going to visit my son after I drop Bob off at the complex.  I have a gut feeling that my son might end up moving in with us for a while if things don't work out with him and Angie. 

Well my dear I'm going to go play my games and then get busy around here.  I still have a few hats to make in order to pack a box to mail to my daughter in WV and a cousin in Baltimore and some special friends in GA so I want to get those completed within the next couple of days and get them in the mail no later than Tuesday.  I'm finally seeing the light at the end of the "make a hat tunnel".   

I have people asking me for more hats to buy at school so I'll keep on making them but I'm not going to allow anyone to put time lines on me. 

Again...Merry Christmas my friend. 

Kim   

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on December 25, 2011, 07:44:07 pm
I'm a college student, 10 classes from my degree. I'm also 38..

Hi malgron,

That is super!  Hang in there - you are almost finished! :)

Julie
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on December 25, 2011, 08:06:25 pm
Happy Christmas Night, Kim,

Today was very quiet here with just Roddy and I.  I did have an uncle and a couple of aunts who I spoke with.  It's kind of funny, you and Bob didn't eat the duck, but I went and got Roddy and I Chinese, lol.  Since Adam and Veronica were bringing lots of food home from my MIL, Roddy didn't want me to cook anything.  That was sweet.  He slept off and on most of the day.  I played around on my Kindle, watched a couple of Christmas movies, and also spoke with a couple of friends, too.  We had a bunch of gifts to open from my MIL, and both sets of SIL/BIL's, and our nieces and nephew.  We sent ours all down with our kids.  They all spoiled us with clothes, gift cards, jewelry, this really cute Gingerbread Man Cookie Jar, winter scarves, and other odds and ends. 

I'm glad you and Bob got to spend some time with his family, too.  I am sorry about your son, though, and I hope things work out with them.  Randal didn't call anyone nor did he let the girls call any of us.  That should be a neat picture of the girls in their hats and charm bracelets!  That's part of the fun isn't it?  You and Bob received some more really nice gifts.  The vase with all of its trimmings and items inside sound wonderfully winterish and Christmas-sy!  I imagine it's lovely.  I like all of the unique things you spoke of, too.  I'm glad Amya had a great time with her gifts.  :)

I told you your hats were going to be popular, lol.  But you are absolutely right in not allowing time restraints put on you.  You've got a lot of other things going on in your life, too.  Besides, it would not be good to be pushed and then not actually enjoy what you are doing with making them.

Keep having fun with those games.  I really hope I'll be able to start catching up with my games this week.  I do miss them.

Have a nice Monday!

Julie  :)
P.S.  You have special friends in GA?  Lol!  It just sounded nice to hear that!   :cat:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on December 26, 2011, 03:21:41 am
Julie,

It sounds like you had a pretty good Christmas despite Roddy being sick and Randall not calling. 

We just ate leftovers and went to see War Horse.  I have all of Bob's goodies packed and he has packed his clothing so he can leave this morning.  I'll fix him a good breakfast and he probably won't stop until evening to eat, other than snack. 

I'm down to four hats now.  I just have to put the finishing touches on my grandson's sock monkey hat and their box will be ready to mail this afternoon. 

I laid in bed last night designing hats and thinking it would be great to get together with my cousin Cheryl (photographer) and write a book of patterns and easy recipes.  I think I'll run it past her as she has more networking in the professional world.  We both could use the money! 

The Gingerbread cookie jar sounds really cute. 

I'm kind of stuck on some of those games.  I need things that you can't get unless your friends send them to you.  I hate posting a lot of the junk to my wall.  I never used to play those games and would ask people to please not send me all of the requests.  Now I feel guilty posting anything.  I don't care much for farmville or cityville but really like the Ravenskye and Zombie games.  I hope there is eventually a completion to the games though as I don't want to be stuck taking care of them for time on end.  :)  Right now I can't pass a tree or a rock, in real life, without getting the feeling that I need to start chopping.  I'm glad Zombie's aren't real...or are they???? the CDC has a plan on their web site to stop a zombie apocalypse.  As the saying goes...if Zombies start chasing us....I'm tripping you.   :angel12:

Later girlfriend.  Relax today. 

Kim

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on December 26, 2011, 06:13:52 pm
Hi Kim,

You're so funny!  But I do have to admit to the same.  I'll see little tree roots sticking out of the ground sometimes when running errands, and right away Ravenskye crosses my mind about having to get rid of the root, lol.  Nah, don't feel funny about the posts asking for things.  People who don't play have an option to turn off seeing game requests even though they would still see your conversations with them.  I know I'm really behind in sending items requested for to my gamer friends, but I will get in there and try to catch up.  I haven't been much help, lately, to anyone like that.  Veronica will sometimes go in on my name to click on and send herself her requests sent to me, lol. 

I'm still having some tummy issues with one of my meds.  Thing is, I can tell it's starting to help some with the constant bronchial cough, but I'm just not having an appetite nor wanting to drink anything.  I make myself do both though so I don't make myself really sick.  I'm drinking lots of vitamin water, flavored, with low carbs, because of my sugar, and because I can drink it better with flavor to it.  I still occasionally lose my food (maybe 2 or 3 times a week.)  One good thing, is I'm not having any desire to eat sweets.  That's good in one respect, I guess.

That sounds like a good idea with you and your cousin.  That would be neat to maybe be able to do that!  Thumbs up!!   :thumbsup:

If there were really zombies, we'd be tripping each other, lol!!!  Hope you're doing okay with Bob not there.  Thinking of you!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on December 27, 2011, 04:07:04 am
Hi Julie,

First full day home alone today.  The neighbor, Vince, was here for several hours yesterday.  I was feeling pretty frustrated by the time he left.  I wish my car wasn't so visible as they know when I'm home.  Then I feel terrible feeling this way about someone.  I do sympathize with him and I understand his frustration with the judicial system and think he does have a valid case but .... I don't think anyone is going to listen to him as he doesn't state the case clearly enough.  Too bad really but my patience is running thin too because I just have too busy of a schedule to help him. 

I need to make one more hat for my cousin and then get back into housecleaning and homework mode.  From how I feel today that's going to be real hard task.  I feel worn out. 

Hope you and Roddy are feeling better today. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on December 27, 2011, 06:45:34 pm
Hi Kim,

Sorry about the situation with your neighbor.  I remember you telling me about it.  It's hard to help someone, sometimes, when they have their mind already made up about something.  It sounds like he needs to confer with some type of attorney or someone who can work with him from an objective point of view.  He's putting a lot on you and it puts you in a spot, since he's looking at you as a friend.  Sorry, I'm rambling here..... hopefully you know what I'm trying to say...   :dontknow:

Housecleaning and Homework - notice they both start with H and both entail work.  After the rush of the holidays, it's hard to get in any kind of desire for any kind of work, lol.    :P    I've got to get moving more with housecleaning and rearranging some things.  I lost my lunch today, though, and am puny.  Plus with the weather change today, my cough is irritating.  I'm glad I go to the pulmonologist next week - maybe she'll change this one med out.  I'll also find out the results from the latest labwork.

I ordered a lava lamp today with one of my gift cards.  We think that mine was taken by a certain dil when she moved out when she lived with us.  We have missed many things.  When they lived in Norfolk, we saw a couple of things of ours.  Of course she said she had bought them somewhere because she liked them so much.  Even then, we tried to keep the peace.  :sad1:

Well, I hope tomorrow is a better day as far as being on your own to do what you want or need to do.  Talk to you then!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on December 28, 2011, 02:39:24 am
Julie,

Yes he does need to talk to someone with more knowledge but he keeps hitting brick walls.  He was to take his paperwork yesterday to file in the courts.  I hope he gets some attention from somebody but I fear not. 

I just can't believe your DIL would take things from your home like that.  I've said it before .... she has some audacity and is a true piece of work. 

What color of a lava lamp did you end up ordering?  My big one is blue water with white wax and the one Bob got me is blue water with yellow wax.  I used to keep mine on my desk at work.  It was sort of relaxing to look at when things got hectic.  They make a nice night light too. 

It sounds like you do need to change that one medicine.  Too bad it was helping in one aspect but not another.  Hopefully they can find the right one the next time. 

Off to play my games before I get started on the house. 

Later,

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on December 28, 2011, 05:33:00 pm
Hi Kim,

I studied the lava lamps for quite awhile.  I finally narrowed down to 4, lol.  Yellow wax with blue water (yep, like one of yours!), yellow wax with purple water, yellow wax with red water, and pink wax with purple water.  I went with the pink/purple because it also has a purple base, not to mention it's my favorite color.  It's supposed to arrive tomorrow (Thurs.)  Amazon had a prime-member deal for 2 day free shipping if you bought something within a certain amount of time.  I was like 7 minutes away from the deadline before I even noticed!  I made it!  :)

Wow, I'm impressed with myself today!  I did not get sick once and my stomach actually stay pretty settled most all day.  I still don't have much of an appetite, but I could eat and hold it down.  Yay!

I need to pay bills tomorrow.  Yuck, I don't like to, but oh well, gotta get them paid.  We all have that in common. 

Have a super day!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: malgron on December 28, 2011, 06:34:45 pm
I just started maintaining a blog. WordPress makes it easy :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on December 29, 2011, 02:34:54 am
I just started maintaining a blog. WordPress makes it easy :)

Hi Malgron,

I'll have to check out wordpress.  Why don't you share the url to your site so we can drop in and say hello there? 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on December 29, 2011, 02:40:42 am
Julie,

This is weird.  Writing on here and by email. 

I have an interview today at 1:30 regarding my internship.  It's with one of the local hospital physicians groups.  My money was also deposited into my bank.  I told a friend I would run her son to the doctor at 10:30 so I'll hit the post office while I'm out. 

I worked on homework all day yesterday but the English is making me pound my head against the walls.   Arrgghhhh...  This module is ridiculously hard.  Even the English teacher struggles with it and admits as much. 

I'm going to try to type up one of the sentences and send you an example by email so you can see what I'm talking about.  It's unbelieveable. 

It's hard to believe it's already the 29th! 

I think you'll enjoy your lava lamp.  I need to pay bills today too.  Don't you just hate it?   

Later lady. 

Kim

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on December 29, 2011, 05:12:07 pm
Hi Kim,

Here goes 2nd try with this.  I was typing away and I guess touched a key (?) and *poof* it all went away.  Grrr.......

Yes, I agree that's it's different writing here and through email.  But it's fine with me!  I'll check my emails and look for yours with the English.

Well, 1:30 has come and passed today since I've not been on long.  I really hope your internship interview went well for you.  I'm glad your money was deposited, too.  That's always a plus.  Looking forward to our incoming mail!!

We are enjoying the lava lamp tonight.  It came today, as promised.  AAhhhhh....  it's so nice to have one again, lol!

Oh yeah!  I agree with hating to do bills; necessary though...

I agree this year has flown by now that we're here at the end of Dec.  There were times, though, it seemed to go slow.  I remember you working at a kiosk last year - you wouldn't want to go back, would you?  Just kidding!

Have a nice evening and a great Friday!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on December 30, 2011, 03:59:02 am
Julie,

The interview went well.  It wasn't conducted by where they would be hiring me...more of a human resource office for the entire physicians group.  I could end up just about anywhere, including Ohio which is right on the border of the part of PA where we live. 

I have to get a titor test, physical, TB test, drug test, background test and purchase specific colors of scrubs.  I was supposed to pick up a packet from the nursing school yesterday with paperwork to fill out and specifics about the tests but when I went there the office door was wide open but the lights were off and nobody was in the room.  I called to try to get answers as to when there would be someone in the office but nobody returned my calls.  I need the packet in order to get the tests started and today is when I was supposed to get started so they can read the results of the TB test next Monday.  They want me to have all of this stuff completed by the 9th so I can attend an orientation.  With people being off for the holidays they sure make it tough to chew through all of the red tape. 

I'm going to go to their office again today around 10, hopefully pick up the packet, go and get the first TB test, go for the drug test and physical.  I can do the background check online and go to the uniform store next week.  All of this has costs attached to it too so I'm trying to squeeze the money I have left after bills into the right slots.  Good thing I might have won 100 on the lottery as I'll certainly need it.  Each TB test costs 11, the physical is 40, the background check is about 15, I'm guessing about 25 for each uniform and I need two at least.  I don't know how much the titor test will be. 

I'm really feeling frustrated and anxious with all of the todos on my list. 

Gotta run so I can keep these fires burning. 

Later.

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: ButterflyWings on December 30, 2011, 08:10:12 am
Hello My girls..

I hope your holiday was well and wonderful..Mine was good for kids me and hubby were kinda depressed not having any other family to share holidays with but it still was a nice holiday..We have hope soon we will have what we want..Other than that I was in ER again with tooth issues,had to get a dental block which hurt like omg so bad and made me sick as can be..I am all good now pain here and there but I have pain meds if needed so thats a plus..Feb is getting close so soon I may be able to get this all taken care of thankfully..other than that I revamped the Tinker craft page took better pictures of some things and added some new stuf trying to work on it more and more now..Even thinking of maybe a contest for likes..We will see what happens..I hope you both are well miss ya..Lots of love and hugs if I do not see you before the new year Happy New Year and may the new year be full of hope and wonderful things to come..xoxoxo
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on December 30, 2011, 07:54:54 pm
Hello My girls..

I hope your holiday was well and wonderful..Mine was good for kids me and hubby were kinda depressed not having any other family to share holidays with but it still was a nice holiday..We have hope soon we will have what we want..Other than that I was in ER again with tooth issues,had to get a dental block which hurt like omg so bad and made me sick as can be..I am all good now pain here and there but I have pain meds if needed so thats a plus..Feb is getting close so soon I may be able to get this all taken care of thankfully..other than that I revamped the Tinker craft page took better pictures of some things and added some new stuf trying to work on it more and more now..Even thinking of maybe a contest for likes..We will see what happens..I hope you both are well miss ya..Lots of love and hugs if I do not see you before the new year Happy New Year and may the new year be full of hope and wonderful things to come..xoxoxo

Hi Dianna,

It's great hearing from you.  Sorry you had to go to ER but am glad you are better.  I'll be glad for you when February gets here for your sake. 

I'll try to check out your page soon.  I've been really sick lately from a new medication - haven't been able to keep food down.  On the flip-side, though, it has helped with the asthma.  I almost went to ER last night, but just couldn't go through with it.  The doctor took me off of it but it's taking a few days to get out of my system.  Nausea pills have helped a little today.  Anyway, that's why I haven't been on FB much lately.  By the time I keep up in here, do my paid things, and check my emails, it's all I can handle.

I hope you and your family have a Happy New Year!

Julie :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on December 30, 2011, 08:06:01 pm
Hi Kim,

Hang in there - you've come a long way and now have a bunch socked to you to finish up - you can do this!!  It would seem to me that they would pay for or pay a portion of these tests and the uniforms.  Some places give a couple of uniforms free before expecting payment for more.  I don't know how it all works, anyway; I guess I'm trying to look out for you.  Hope you win that lottery!  I'm glad the interview went well.  :)

I posted this in my response to Dianna's post, and hope you don't mind me kind of copying/pasting the same.  I've still been really sick from that new medication - not able to keep food down.  On the flip-side, though, it has helped with the asthma.  I almost went to ER last night, but just couldn't go through with it.  The doctor took me off of it but it's taking a few days to get out of my system.  Nausea pills have helped a little today.  She put me on the nebulizer every 4 hours for the wheezing/coughing.  I'll be so glad to get through this.  Not a good way to lose weight, even though I do need to.

Are you doing okay with Bob gone?  I've been thinking and hoping that all is going good for you. 

Well, going to close for now - need to lay down again.  Tomorrow will be better - it's gotta be!

Julie  :)


Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on December 31, 2011, 03:14:12 am
Julie, 

I got the tb test done yesterday and the drug test.  They will reimburse me 30 on the uniforms.  I went into the store and ordered one complete outfit including a scrub jacket and it was 59.  I'm only ordering the one for now as I will only intern 3 days a week and figured I could keep it clean enough to wear.  The lady said it all depends on where you go as some facilities are more lenient about what you wear.  I have plenty of scrubs at the house, in similar colors, so I'm going to wait and see what the expectations are before I purchase more.

I did win 100 so that money sure helped toward yesterdays expenses.  Unfortunately by the time I returned home I had 8 missed calls from my son/future dil.  He was admitted to the hospital with rapid heart rate and other symptoms.  They ended up putting him in the ICU unit and keeping him.  He was trying to self-medicate for his anxiety and had purchased a tea from the internet.  His heart rate was over 200, his pupils were dilated but did not respond to light at all ...other things which I'll send a personal email about later. 

I stayed the night with Angie and we will return to the hospital this morning.  I'm hoping they release him today and if so I plan on taking them both with me when I return home.  I have to go home today because my dogs are locked in the kitchen, with food and potty pads, and I've been gone since about 1 yesterday.  I was supposed to babysit Amya last night and tonight too but had to tell Jess I wouldn't be able to help out. 

Hang in there sweetie.  I need you to feel well!  I can't be worrying about you and my son at the same time.  :)  More later.

And Dianna if you are reading this...hello, Happy New Year!  I saw all your new stuff on FB and you are doing great! 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jzmom on December 31, 2011, 04:16:06 am
I am 49, currently unemployed and a mother to 2 grown children.  I started taking online classes a year ago to get my Business degree. I still have a long
way to go. I occasionally help my daughter with a book she is writing.  She likes my creative mind. I spend a lot of time online trying to make a little money.  Good thing I am frugal because the money I make doesn't go far.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on December 31, 2011, 06:26:15 pm
I am 49, currently unemployed and a mother to 2 grown children.  I started taking online classes a year ago to get my Business degree. I still have a long
way to go. I occasionally help my daughter with a book she is writing.  She likes my creative mind. I spend a lot of time online trying to make a little money.  Good thing I am frugal because the money I make doesn't go far.

Hi jzmom!  Nice to meet you.  That's great you are working on your Business degree.  I wish you the best as you get closer to reaching that goal.  Being frugal with our money is hard at times, but it is the smarter thing to be able to stretch it out.  Have a Happy New Year! :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on December 31, 2011, 06:38:15 pm
Kim,

Oh wow, I'm really sorry about your son.  That must have been scary for all of you, especially being put in ICU with some of those issues.  He's really struggling isn't he?  I know Angie has to be worried.  I'll read more in the other note.  I hope he'll be okay and be able to come home with you.  Please do keep me posted.

Congrats on the 100!  That helped you a lot, that's for sure.  Sounds like a good idea on buying just the one uniform at this point.  You said 3 days a week?  Will it increase or are there other classes on the other 2 days?  That sounds perfect interning a few days and still being able to have a couple of catch up or relax days.  Unless I'm interpreting wrong, like I do at times, lol.

Today was so much better!  I didn't get sick once!  I'm still a little queasy but holding food down in increments.  Thank goodness!  I've been doing my nebulizer for my chest/congestion/cough, but that's okay.  I'm pretty used to those ups and downs.  I just hate losing my food.

I know your New Year's eve and day will probably be busy helping with your son.  I do hope he's doing better since you last wrote.  Take care of you, too.

Julie  :)



Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on January 01, 2012, 01:48:55 am
Julie,

Just posting this morning so I can get my forum post in for the day.  Things are terrible here and I'm just too exhausted to even write about it right now.  I'm home.  I'm okay but my son is in bad mental shape.  He walked out of the hospital yesterday but really needs help.  I'll try to muster up energy to write by email later. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on January 01, 2012, 06:16:05 pm
Kim,

That's okay.  You do whatever you need to do to help him.  I'm praying for him and for all of you.  I hope things will be okay.  I'm here if you need me.

Julie
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on January 02, 2012, 03:26:24 am
Julie,

Things are still bad as far as my emotional level.  He is with Angie at their apartment.  I feel toward her like you must toward Bon.  I can't write much more about it on here and I'm still too exhausted to write a long letter explaining what all has happened.  I can't ever imagine being around her or her mother again.  I wish he would see the light and leave. 

He does need doctor's help but she isn't a doctor. 

Later.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: vicogden on January 02, 2012, 04:23:56 am
I'm 47 years old and have been retired for 3 years.  I love to travel, check out movies, and meet new and interesting people.  Due to choosing to retire at an early age, I'm not rich, but on the other hand, I'm not insane either.  I wouldn't change things for all the gold in Fort Knox...

Take care and have a great New Year...
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on January 02, 2012, 04:36:17 pm
I'm 47 years old and have been retired for 3 years.  I love to travel, check out movies, and meet new and interesting people.  Due to choosing to retire at an early age, I'm not rich, but on the other hand, I'm not insane either.  I wouldn't change things for all the gold in Fort Knox...

Take care and have a great New Year...

Hi and welcome!  You do keep busy, and that's great!  Thank you very much for your service, time, and sacrifice given to our country.  Happy New Year to you, too! :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on January 02, 2012, 04:38:28 pm
Kim,

I'm so sorry you are not only struggling with what's going on with your son, but now with her and her mom.  I feel for you a lot.  I'll send you a little more through email.  Take care of yourself, too.

Julie   :heart:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on January 03, 2012, 02:03:01 am
It's hard to believe it is already the 3rd of January.  We got about 3 inches of snow and more is forecast for later today.  I guess it's to be expected that by January we would have snow in Pennsylvania.  We've had a really mild winter compared with the last two I have spent in this state. 

Just giving a quick shout out to get my daily post in the forum. 

Later. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: astrozier1 on January 03, 2012, 03:08:29 am
Yeah I live in georgia and in north georgia where the mountains are it snowed. It is very windy for the rest of us.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on January 03, 2012, 12:28:26 pm
Yeah I live in georgia and in north georgia where the mountains are it snowed. It is very windy for the rest of us.

I, too, live in Georgia.  You are right about it being windy - that howling wind kept me awake for quite awhile last night.  Our 3 kitties were all snuggled up to me, not liking the noise it was making.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on January 03, 2012, 12:32:46 pm
Kim,

Wow!  3 inches and maybe more - brrr...  I would love to be there for a bit to enjoy it.  Perhaps not the slush and mud part, though, lol.  It went down to 28 this morning and only hit 40 a little bit ago (about 3:00 in the afternoon.)  It's supposed to go down possibly in the upper teens tonight.  But no rain, no snow..., just windy.  I feel so much better with my asthma, when it's cold like this.

Hope you have a better day.  Talk later!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on January 04, 2012, 02:05:57 am
Julie,

Are you okay?  Are you running a fever?  You must be sick or you wouldn't have made the comment "Wow!  3 inches and maybe more - brrr...  I would love to be there for a bit to enjoy it."

Yeah I enjoy it too...from the window while I'm holding a hot cup of coffee dressed in my warmest sweats and wearing my bunny slippers for about....hmmm...2 seconds! 

I guess extreme heat is no fun either though....

Been meaning to ask you...which of the FB games are your favorites?  I found a site where you can send and thus receive free gifts that you need but so far it's only good for certain games.  Let me know and I'll see if I can link you too. 

Later girlfriend.

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on January 04, 2012, 12:03:48 pm
Kim,

Lol, you are funny!  I would love to for a little bit, though!  Then cozy up by the fire with something hot to drink, a good book and blanket, and a couple of kitties/doggies, and I'm set to go!

My top faves are Ravenwood Fair, Ravenskye, Garden of Quests.  I'm pretty much a member of many of them, just hit and miss, and mainly send items my friends need (Cityville, Farmville, Castle (?) something, Zombie (?) - the one you play, and others.)  I love Birdland and Zoo World 1, but have gotten about as far as the game goes so I piddle on them.

Check with you later.  Hope you have a nice school day and a more restful evening!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: angie723 on January 04, 2012, 12:48:42 pm
I am a 32 year old mom of two young boys. I have a business degree in managment and work full time in a hospital. I like making any extra money that I possibly can.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on January 05, 2012, 02:06:38 am
I am a 32 year old mom of two young boys. I have a business degree in managment and work full time in a hospital. I like making any extra money that I possibly can.

Hi Angie,

Two boys and working must make you a very busy girl.  What part of the hospital do you work in?  Any recommendations for a fledgling Medical Assistant?  By the time I graduate I will have more training than an LPN, can do all of the same things but will only be certified, as opposed to license, and don't get the same amount of respect or pay.  Hardly seems fair. 
 :BangHead:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on January 05, 2012, 02:09:50 am
Julie,

It was 16 degrees here when I left for school yesterday.  Reports said it had been 9 though.  Still want to come up and make a snowman? 

I need to get "about as far as the game will go" on a couple of them.  They are consuming...or should I say I am allowing them to consume ... too much of my time. 

I didn't sleep well last night.  Woke up with a headache about 1.  I did manage to go back to bed and back to sleep but I still have the headache this morning. 

More by email. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on January 05, 2012, 10:20:01 am
I am a 32 year old mom of two young boys. I have a business degree in managment and work full time in a hospital. I like making any extra money that I possibly can.

Hi Angie,

You are most definitely a very busy lady and mom!  It's nice to meet you and hope to see you again.  :)

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on January 05, 2012, 10:30:28 am
Kim,

Sorry about the headache - can't blame you though when you've got lots to cause it.  Hope it gets better quick for you.

9 or 16, either one, is very cold - yes, I guess I could hold off building a snowman until it warms up a little more, lol.  You've got me on this one!!  :)

Yes, those games are addicting and time-consuming.  I think that's one reason I got burnt out on them a little for awhile.  Then when everything else happened with all of us getting sick, and the family issues going on, it's like I lost my focus with them, and instead focused on trying to keep myself well and un-depressed (if there's such a term.)  I'm trying, little by little, to get in some more each day or couple of days.  But as you know, it gets hard during certain trying times.

Hope you are able to have a good day at school - feel better with that headache!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on January 06, 2012, 12:58:26 am
Julie,

The headache finally did go away.  I did have another night of getting awake a couple of times.  I went to be at 9, was up at 12 and then again at 3:30.  My butt will be dragging by this afternoon I'm sure. 

Tonight I'll try some chamomile tea before I go to bed and see if that helps. 

How are you feeling?  You haven't said anything in the last couple of days. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on January 06, 2012, 08:33:50 am
Hi Kim,

I'm glad your headache went away.  Sorry about your restless night, though.  Hopefully tonight will be better.  Stress can do a lot to us, that's for sure.

I'm doing pretty good at the moment.  I'm glad I'm off the med that was making me so sick.  However, I can tell a difference where it was helping with the congestion and now the congestion is coming back.  I'll take that over the stomach issue any time, though!!  I go back to the new pulmonologist this coming Tuesday.  We'll discuss what to do about that med, as well as the lab work results.  I'm assuming it must not be too bad or surely I would have received a phone call, right?

It was around 2:00 this morning when I almost got up to make some hot tea, myself.  But I had 2 purring kitties tucked beside me - so I was petting them and next thing I know it's daylight.  So kitties are a help for insomnia too, lol!

Hope you have a nice day - and things get worked out!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on January 07, 2012, 09:16:49 am
Hi Kim,

I sure hope you are doing okay.  It's never the same when I don't hear from you.  Take care of you and hopefully I'll speak with you later.

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on January 08, 2012, 01:39:18 am
Julie,

I'm here.  I forgot to post yesterday.  I'll have to post a couple of times to catch up!  I finally was able to file my online UC this morning but they need to catch me up on one week. 

The lady I was fussing with finally received the attendance sheets.  Now I have to follow up with her each week to make sure she is getting them.  Fun, fun...I have to face the cobra each week just to remind her to open her email in box.  Grrrrr

More later. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on January 08, 2012, 12:26:07 pm
Hey Kim,

Glad you're back!  That's great you were able to file and I hope they catch up the other week!  That sounds kind of ridiculous on her end to not do her job right - she sounds kind of "lazy" to me, kwim? 

I was able to go in and catch up on requests on most of my games, and played a couple - it's been awhile since I've done that.  I noticed you were in and out of the games, too, lol.

Hope you are having a nice Sunday!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on January 09, 2012, 01:45:12 am
Julie,

My daughter came up Saturday from West Virginia to get her hair cut.  She can't find anyone that cuts her hair the way I do so she drove 5 1/2 hours, went out to dinner with me, stayed the night and drove home yesterday.  It was good to have her here for a while. 

I was able to file my UC yesterday but they have it messed up to where I had to submit job search information again.  I'll have to ask that woman, again, to have the site fixed for me.  I just dread asking her to do anything but I'll have to follow up when my attendance sheets are sent in this week anyhow so I'll ask her when I do that. 

I have put on 15 pounds since last year at this time.  School, inactivity, stress, and the holidays are to blame I'm sure.  That and I have no will power!   It's depressing though and I really need to get a handle on it. 

Playing too many games too so I have to try to cut back on that time waster. 

I'm really not feeling good about myself right now.   :-

I got that tetnus shot on Friday and have a big lump on my arm and it's sore and itchy still.  Today we have to spend the entire day learning and testing for certification on CPR.  One more week of school. 

Bob won't be home for another week yet.  He'll get in at about the same time as my break starts. 

Hoping you are feeling better and we'll talk more later.

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: maxinmotion on January 09, 2012, 02:23:04 am
I am so loving this forum and meeting new people. Sometimes you just need some place to vent and just feel appreciated. Just being able to say how you feel will help a lot. I was feeling a little down last week but didn't really want to vent here because all the posts I had read was so not the place to say what I was feeling. I guess that is how I looked at it and didn't give it much thought when I should have.

Anyway, I will post here as often as I can because I do love this thing called Fusion Cash, lol. I missed my .17 yesterday I was having so many spasms all over my body after I ate some fast food, I guess that was one of the triggers.  Talk more later and by the way I love your new blog. I wish I knew how to blog. It would be so nice to be able to go to a forum like this to learn one on one with somebody on topics that you really need to learn about. See I was trying to end this but I got started again.

I know that we can't post links on here but are there forums that teach that kind of stuff. By for now.

Lol, is this BLOGGING?????
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on January 09, 2012, 10:14:01 am
I am so loving this forum and meeting new people. Sometimes you just need some place to vent and just feel appreciated. Just being able to say how you feel will help a lot. I was feeling a little down last week but didn't really want to vent here because all the posts I had read was so not the place to say what I was feeling. I guess that is how I looked at it and didn't give it much thought when I should have.

Anyway, I will post here as often as I can because I do love this thing called Fusion Cash, lol. I missed my .17 yesterday I was having so many spasms all over my body after I ate some fast food, I guess that was one of the triggers.  Talk more later and by the way I love your new blog. I wish I knew how to blog. It would be so nice to be able to go to a forum like this to learn one on one with somebody on topics that you really need to learn about. See I was trying to end this but I got started again.

I know that we can't post links on here but are there forums that teach that kind of stuff. By for now.

Lol, is this BLOGGING?????

Hi and it's nice to meet you!  Come in anytime, okay?  You mentioned triggers with food and body spasms.  As someone who is dealing with chronic health conditions, I'm sensitive to others who seem to be struggling with them, too.  Are you okay?  Hope to get to know you better.  Have a nice day!  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on January 09, 2012, 10:27:35 am
Hi Kim,

That is great your daughter came and spent time with you.  She knows she has something good with you cutting her hair and that says a lot for the bond with you two!

I always swell up and itch like that, too, from my tetanus shot.  In fact, I used to swell so bad with flu shots that they used to split them in half and give the other half a week later.  I'm handling them better now with just the one - not near as bad as before.

You sound like you have a busy day today - hope all goes well.  I know you are ready for that break, not to mention Bob getting back.

Yes, you have been through more than your share this past year.  Stuff like that affects my weight gaining, too, even though I try.  The Daliresp the dr. just took me off of recently took several pounds off of me because of it making me so sick.  I'm trying hard to keep the weight maintained and try to lose some much-needed more pounds. 

I'm actually feeling tough on myself, too, for various reasons.  I know part of it is the health issues and the meds, but I'm affected by the issue with my son and can't seem to shake it off.  You have come so far, yourself, with everything this past year, but I think things will improve greatly for you when some of what you are dealing with now gets straightened out for the better.  Keep hanging in there, okay?

Well, I hope the UC mess gets straightened out for you asap.  Too many problems with that!

I hope you have a nice afternoon and evening!  Talk with you later!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on January 10, 2012, 01:45:44 am
Welcome maxinmotion. 

I think having somewhere to vent and feel appreciated is important and blogging does help to accomplish those tasks.  I have said more on this blog than I would say on somewhere on Facebook!  This is a smaller venue and not subject to too many opinions.  :)   

What are causing your spasms in relation to food? 

You do know how to blog...you just did!  Feel free to stop by anytime, kick your shoes off, whine, vent, say something funny or just say hello.  That's what we do. 

We do post links to things we are discussing.  I think there are a list of rules about what you can't post as links but they are mostly in relation to people selling things and or of a naughty nature.  We keep it clean and mostly discuss issues of interest. 

Hope to see you again,

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on January 10, 2012, 01:53:26 am
Julie,

Two checks hit the bank yesterday....breathes a sigh of relief. 

The arm with the tetanus shot is better but still sore, knotted and now itchy.  A couple more days and it should be back to normal. 

I so understand how you feel about the stuff going on with your son.  We both need to pull up our big girl panties and get ourself in a better mental and physical shape.  I keep telling myself as soon as this busy week at school is over I'm going to take a mental vacation and get back on track. 

I'm going to try to call you this weekend when things wind down.  I have CPR classes all day today, a test in Patho Wednesday (I have an A currently and hope to maintain that for my final grade), an English test Wednesday (I'll be done with the class for the rest of the week and semester) and I won't have any additional Clinicals after Wednesday either.  Friday is my last day of classes even though the semester doesn't officially end until Tuesday.  We have Monday off for MLK day too so they made it so we don't have to return for just one day of classes. 

One or two more Word projects, a Medical Billing class and I'm done!  Woot woot!  As far as I know I came out with a 3.74 GPA.  Not too bad for an old woman who doesn't cheat on her tests. 

Later,

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: ButterflyWings on January 10, 2012, 08:44:47 am
Hello Girls..sorry MIA again been in and out lately..The possible move,my teeth and my craft page..This year so far looking very hopeful as long as all falls into place I may be home to Michigan in a few months which is super nice..Got more likes on craft page which is super awesome..Doing a contest next week to get more likes..Hoping that will create a buzz..I hope all is well with you both..Gonna try to peek in a little more this week..Love ya xoxoxo Di
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on January 10, 2012, 02:54:16 pm
Kim,

*High fives to you* about your 2 checks in the bank!  That's great!  You've got a busy school week, but the light at the end of the tunnel (your break) is right around the corner!  3.74 GPA is wonderful, Kim!  I'm so proud of you and glad for you!!  Have you been able to master some of those odd English modules?  You go girl!!  :)

Lol, you painted a funny picture of us pulling our big girls panties up!!  Tis true, however!  I'll look forward to hearing from you this weekend if it works out for you to call!

Bob should be coming in soon, too, right?  That will be good.

I have 2 friends who are really ill.  One friend has cancer, has been battling it for a couple of years now, and that after having a heart attack at her father's funeral right before the cancer appeared.  She's back in the hospital with more spots on her lungs and now it's appearing in her liver.  She and her husband are raising their granddaughter (3rd gr.) and the granddaughter is really having a hard time with this, too.

The other friend has had cancer twice, and had what they thought was a stroke last week.  While checking that out, they found that his whole inside is filled with cancer.  His wife is a cancer survivor, too, and is really struggling with this happening to her hubby.

Sorry for the low-key, but could you pray for them, too?  I just hope they'll both be strong enough to pull through these latest upsets.  Thanks much.

Hope you have a super evening!  "See" you tomorrow!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on January 10, 2012, 02:59:06 pm
Hello Girls..sorry MIA again been in and out lately..The possible move,my teeth and my craft page..This year so far looking very hopeful as long as all falls into place I may be home to Michigan in a few months which is super nice..Got more likes on craft page which is super awesome..Doing a contest next week to get more likes..Hoping that will create a buzz..I hope all is well with you both..Gonna try to peek in a little more this week..Love ya xoxoxo Di

Hi Dianna,

It's always great to see you when you come in!  That's super that things are still progressing on your hopeful move back to Michigan!  I hope your teeth are hanging in there - it's just next month when you go in about them, right?  I'll definitely check out your craft page again - I always enjoy seeing your new items.  The contest sounds great!!  Take care - see you on FB, too!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on January 11, 2012, 01:44:36 am
Julie,

Oh my heart aches for your friends.  Prayers going up. 

Good reminder for people who are healthy to count their blessings.  We(I) whine but in reality I'm not bad off in comparison.  Yes Bob should be home perhaps Tuesday.  We're not sure if they are going to have him drive the truck home or if they are flying him in.  If they fly him I'll have to pick him up in Pittsburgh and drive him to Erie (eventually) to pick up his car.  I hope the weather stays decent.  This has been the mildest winter I've had in years.  Just sayin' not complaining. 

Can't stay on here long this morning.  I have to take a shower and study a bit more.  Yes I did get the English modules done and will have my final written test today but I'm walking out with an A in that class too.  I certainly earned it with the amount of hours I spent on that module.  I have a two hour break today so I'll work on getting my last couple of Word Projects completed and turned in.  That should complete things for me. 

Hope you are feeling well and have a good day. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: kdtobin2003 on January 11, 2012, 09:03:59 am
Well I am 50 years old.  I have cleaned houses for 30 years.  I like cleaning houses, but am getting burnt out on it.  I love to play on the computer and I am thrilled that I stumbled onto this site.  I have not been doing it, but just 3 days.  Its is a ton of fun.  I hope to find something else like this to do to.  I plan on using my money from this to just supplement our income.   
 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on January 11, 2012, 12:42:46 pm
Well I am 50 years old.  I have cleaned houses for 30 years.  I like cleaning houses, but am getting burnt out on it.  I love to play on the computer and I am thrilled that I stumbled onto this site.  I have not been doing it, but just 3 days.  Its is a ton of fun.  I hope to find something else like this to do to.  I plan on using my money from this to just supplement our income.   
 

Hi and welcome to FC!  Every little bit adds up, that's for sure!  Cleaning houses is a hard job - I have enough troubles staying on cleaning in my own house, lol.  One of my sister-in-laws and a friend both clean houses - they are so worn by the end of the week.  Hope to see you again! :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on January 11, 2012, 12:51:48 pm
Hello Kim,

Thank you for the prayers.  They are much needed and appreciated.  :)

I agree about the mild weather.  It started out very cold in October, of all things, and so where is it now?  It's supposed to get cold again by Friday.  I wish it would stay consistently cold and stop dancing around with the warm/cool - my allergies and asthma can't take it.   Whining over, thanks for the vent, lol!

Yay on getting those English modules done, with an A on top of that!!  I was pulling for you!  Hope school goes well today.

I go back to my new pulmonologist tomorrow.  We'll discuss the lab results, how the new meds worked or not (except for the one that made me so sick), and where to go from here.  I had to postpone my Xolair shots from this Friday to the 20th because our insurance changed and they "accidentally" left me off and had to get me added back on.  So it looked like I had no insurance and had to changed that appt. and another doctor's appt.  At least for tomorrow's visit, I have a faxed card as of today, that I can use.

My prayers and thoughts are still going your way.  I hope you enjoy your evening and take time to do something just for you!!  "See" ya later!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on January 12, 2012, 06:09:33 am
Julie,

I didn't have school today but I do have one class tomorrow.  We took our final in her class but she is a stickler about keeping things going right up to the last minute.  I guess I could skip the class and it still wouldn't affect my grade because I had no absences in her class...dunno....might just do that. 

I got up at my normal time and Bob asked me why I didn't sleep in.  I said sleeping was a waste of my time.  However, shortly after that I did get drowsy and cold so went back in and crawled under the covers.  I just now woke up and it's nine! 

I have a lot of little errands, cleaning and so forth to do today so it's bang here for my 17 cents, play another round of my games then get this butt off the chair and get moving. 

He'll be home about Tuesday and I've got to get this place back in gear.  He said we might spend a day in Cleveland, go to the zoo, the Rock n Roll Museum as sort of a mini vacation so I want to get everything nailed down here within the next couple of days. 

Hope you have good news with the pulmonologist today.  Drop me an email when you get home and maybe we can knock out that phone call we've been threatening to have 

Later.

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on January 12, 2012, 06:48:50 pm
Hi Kim,

I'm glad you had the day off!  It hardly seems worth the gas and time for one class, including that you took the final today.  There are instructors like that though.  Whatever you decide, it sounds like you'll be fine with the grade.  I have to sub on Roddy's bus tomorrow afternoon (from 1:00 to about 5:00) for the monitor.  I don't feel like it, but need the money, and it's just the afternoon, not morning, too.

I went to my pulmonologist this morning.  I lost 10 lbs. since last month, from being sick from that med.  However, she wants me to try it one more time and if I get nauseous, to stop.  This med was working and she is hoping it wasn't the med that had me sick.  She also said that there isn't another med comparable to it.  We'll see...  She wants me back on the c-pap - yuck.  I hate that thing.  They are over nighting an oxygen thing for me to use tomorrow night.  Then the same company will pick it back up on Saturday and get it back to her.  If my oxygen level is doing pretty well, then maybe it will change having to use the c-pap.  She also told me that my labwork indicates that there is an auto immune problem.  Since this isn't her area, she's letting the PCP test extra things they look for with this, and then refer me to whatever specialist.  I'm trying not to worry about that....

I had to go to an urgent care this afternoon.  I have a pinched nerve in my neck and the pain has radiated clear down to my fingers with 3 of them numb.  Apparently a neck injury I had when I was a younger teenager is the culprit and is causing some inflammation in there.  I also have a bladder infection - I never get those - yuck.  So I'm on pain pills, antibiotics, and steroids.

I'm glad you went back and drowsed a little.  You probably needed it.  Were you able to get your errands and cleaning done?  That's great Bob's wanting to take you to those places for a kind of mini vacation!!  Those sound like super places to visit!

Sorry I didn't get on here until late tonight.  It was a long day with those appts. and I had just read your part about knocking out that phone call.  I'll be here tomorrow until 1:00 and then after 5:00.  I should be home Saturday still recuperating with this pain, ugh!  Maybe we'll get to it after all!

Take care,

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on January 13, 2012, 07:36:20 am
Yikes girl!  You have a whole laundry list of things wrong with you!  Saturday will work for me for the phone call.  It looks like the best day for you too. 

Still playing all the games.  I am trying to get my quests caught up and be more organized with them.  I had too many going at one time.  I can't find a good exchange link for Zombie land.  They make the quests for that one next to impossible.  Kill 40 hazmat zombies within 11 hours and each one takes 4 hits to kill them.  Undercover agents take 6.  Goodness. 

Later my friend.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on January 13, 2012, 01:38:39 pm
Hi Kim,

Yes, some of the games, like Cafe Mom, Sims Social, Zombie land, etc., are very stingy with giving and receiving gifts.  At least with Ravenskye and Ravenwood Fair you get and give multiple. 

I'm on the pain pills today.  I tried to fight it, but gave in because of how bad the pain is.  I hope this eases up quick - I don't really like being on those pills - I don't want to snooze all day, if you know what I mean.

The cold front came through all yesterday afternoon and during the night.  The winds were wild!  It's supposed to drop down in the 20s tonight.  I wish it would just stay consistent cold for awhile, instead of this wavering back and forth from warm, cold, warm, etc.  It feels so good out today.

Congrats to you!!  You've earned yourself a free break from school!!  Lol!  Enjoy - you more than deserve the break. 

"See" you tomorrow,

Julie  ;)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on January 14, 2012, 01:45:54 am
Julie,

I don't do well with pain pills either.  I go down for the count quickly.  I hope your pain is better now. 

It got cold here too and we have a couple of inches of snow but didn't get as much as they were calling for.  I think it's supposed to warm up again later in the week. 

I have no plans to leave the house so let me know when it's a good time to call. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on January 14, 2012, 04:44:01 pm
Hi Kim,

*Hanging my head in embarrassment*  I remember reading your message from here through my email.  I intended to come straight in here and answer, got distracted with some things, and then for some stupid reason, when I did come in here, I thought I had answered you just to find out I didn't.  My brain is in depletion mode today, lol.  So sorry about this.

I'm here anytime for a call.  I've had a high pain level day with this pinched nerve.  My left hand is numb and the arm has awful pain if I lower it or move it certain ways.  The numbness is making it harder to type.  As for talking, though, no problem there, lol.  Seriously, if today's chance has passed, I'm the one who goofed!

Hoping to chat soon!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: maxinmotion on January 15, 2012, 12:07:31 am
I have always had cramps as long as I could remember; not everyday but too often. My mom and dad would get leg cramps once in a while. For two years I had not drank a soda/pop. My mom got really sick in October and later passed, so I started drinking sodas again. On December 15, 2012 I had cramps of the worse kind all over my body. I was a mess, I yelled out to my roommate for help I didn't know what she could about it but to get the response I got from her did nothing but make me MAD. She said "you are the nurse in the house, what do you want me to do". All I could do was use one of my mother's words when she got upset "You Bear Hugger", when she use to say that you better stop what you are doing and take notice.

Acid really makes me cramp, that was another thing my roommate said, its those sodas you been drinking. So I quit that day again for good this time. A lot of people tells me and the doctor said it too, that I should not use salt in my food. There have been times when I would just taste a little salt when would have a cramp and it seemed to help. Even though I had stop drinking sodas for two years I still had cramps but the acid made them worse I think.

Being a breast cancer survivor it really is kinda hard to say what does and does not cause a cramp. Sometimes it is the way I turn, sit or lay down. I just have to keep busy. I am doing very well, I have to ware a pressure garment on my arm but it too is ok. God has really blessed me and I love Him so.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on January 15, 2012, 02:14:05 pm
I have always had cramps as long as I could remember; not everyday but too often. My mom and dad would get leg cramps once in a while. For two years I had not drank a soda/pop. My mom got really sick in October and later passed, so I started drinking sodas again. On December 15, 2012 I had cramps of the worse kind all over my body. I was a mess, I yelled out to my roommate for help I didn't know what she could about it but to get the response I got from her did nothing but make me MAD. She said "you are the nurse in the house, what do you want me to do". All I could do was use one of my mother's words when she got upset "You Bear Hugger", when she use to say that you better stop what you are doing and take notice.

Acid really makes me cramp, that was another thing my roommate said, its those sodas you been drinking. So I quit that day again for good this time. A lot of people tells me and the doctor said it too, that I should not use salt in my food. There have been times when I would just taste a little salt when would have a cramp and it seemed to help. Even though I had stop drinking sodas for two years I still had cramps but the acid made them worse I think.

Being a breast cancer survivor it really is kinda hard to say what does and does not cause a cramp. Sometimes it is the way I turn, sit or lay down. I just have to keep busy. I am doing very well, I have to ware a pressure garment on my arm but it too is ok. God has really blessed me and I love Him so.

I'm so sorry for the loss of your mom.  I still miss mine a lot.  Do the doctors know what the underlying problem is with the cramps?  That's got to be frustrating not knowing what could cause them and never knowing when they are coming.  I hope someone can help you with that.  That's wonderful you are a breast cancer survivor.  That was hard for you.  Hope you are having a nice weekend.  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on January 15, 2012, 02:17:04 pm
Hi Kim,

Yesterday's post really shows how I was apparently affected by the pain pills, lol.  I confused my own self!

Hope you are having a great day - getting things done you want to get done, and enjoying some down time.

I'm going to check my emails and then chill for a bit.

Later,

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on January 16, 2012, 01:54:59 am
Maxin ...  is that short for Maxine?

I never knew that about the acid causing leg cramps.  Makes sense though.  I once had problems with drinking the diet sodas.  I started to exhibit symptoms like MS.  They ran all kinds of tests but couldn't find anything wrong.  The PT told me he thought I was having a reaction to aspartame and told me to quit using anything with it and see if I got better.  I did and did. 

Congratulations on being a survivor. 


Julie, 

Hope today is a better one for you.  I didn't sleep well last night.  I probably only drifted for an hour.  It's 4:30 and I'm up but I can smell a nap this afternoon for sure.  Bob will be on his way home today.  Home by Tuesday. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on January 16, 2012, 03:22:16 pm
Hi Kim,

Sorry about your sleepless night.  Hope you followed thru with the nap this afternoon.  I'll send more thru email!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on January 17, 2012, 12:36:33 pm
Hi Kim,

I hope today is going well for you!  I enjoyed our chat yesterday.  Maybe I'll see you on later or tomorrow.  You and Bob have a nice time with him back!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on January 17, 2012, 01:14:09 pm
Julie,

I enjoyed talking to you yesterday too.  Thanks for listening and caring.  Although it's late afternoon I'm just now getting to my daily clicks.  Bob got home around 3.  We went to Erie this morning to return the sprinter and pick up his car, went to the mall (didn't shop but looked around and spent a good bit of time with the critters in the pet store), had lunch at Outback and came home. 

I smell another nap coming on as soon as I play my games. 

More later.   

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on January 17, 2012, 05:22:57 pm
Kim,

Outback is one of my favorites, besides Red Lobster.  I love Outback's steaks!  That's good you two mixed business with pleasure.

I absolutely did not sleep at all last night and have been awake all day, too.  I'm feeling like I need to go pretty soon though, because it is catching up with me, lol.

Randal did not respond to my FB private message.  Yet, on his wall, he responded to every one consistently.  So I know he saw it.  The steroids have kick in with the emotions, so I'm not taking this thing with Randal too well tonight.   :(    :'(

Talk to you later,

Julie
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on January 18, 2012, 05:23:30 am
Julie,

I'm so upset with both of our sons! 

I'm still not sleeping well either.  I was up several times last night...maybe got a total of 3 hours.  We lost power last night.  We had major rain all day then the wind started when the cold front came through.  The wind apparently knocked out the lines and we were out for three or more hours.  I was so bored without my computer! Pretty darn sad. 

Woke up this morning to 2 inches of snow. 

Hugs and prayers to you.  I know you are going through emotional hell right now. 

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on January 18, 2012, 01:29:43 pm
Kim,

I agree about the sons.

Sorry about all of the wind, rain, and losing power.  That's rough.  Is the snow sticking?  We have a front coming through today - it's just now clearing and cooler more.  However, after tomorrow, it's going back in the 70s again.  Ugh...

Thanks for your support and understanding right now.  I'm grateful and need it.

Maybe you'll be able to sleep better tonight.  Talk to you later,

Julie 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on January 19, 2012, 08:18:07 am
Julie, 

The rain had washed all the snow away but the next snow that came down has stayed as it hasn't warmed up. 

I have a counseling appointment today.  The dogs get groomed tomorrow.  I have an appointment to get my hair cut too.  Saturday we leave for Cleveland and will stay the night.  Going to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, the rainforest and butterfly gardens at the Cleveland zoo then home on Sunday.  I'm about finished washing up three weeks of clothes that Bob brought home.  Rush, rush, relax, rush every day lately.  I don't know how I can be off of school, not busy but still busy all the time. 

Seems to be a conflict somewhere and a time space warp. 

Any word from Randal? 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on January 19, 2012, 01:09:02 pm
Hi Kim,

Lol, what in the world would you do if you still had school this week?  Anyway, I really hope you and Bob can relax and enjoy once you're there.  I go out of town for a doctor's appt., tomorrow, then get my asthma shots, and then I also have to take my c-pap machine to get looked out, per pulmonologist, since it's not working right.

I'm sending you an email about the other. 

"See" you later,

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on January 20, 2012, 02:23:48 am
Julie,

We got about 5 inches of snow yesterday.  The roads were really getting bad by the time I finished with my appointment.  I got your email but couldn't respond last night.  I'll be answering this morning. 

Sounds like you have a busy day today.  I know historically you usually have a few bad days after your shots.  Do you feel like these shots are starting to help clear things up? 

Later by email.

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: sunflowers20054u on January 20, 2012, 05:13:04 am
I am 36 yrs old.  Currently unemployed as of 3 days ago.  I have a lot of health issues and just not in a good place in my life right now.  Some hobbies are hosting tournaments on the computer to bring entertainment to others, playing on the game site myself, crocheting when my hands are not hurting but that has not been able to happen for some years now, I had to stop making a blanket in the middle of it as my hands did not allow me to continue.  I like to watch movies at home or go bowling (which does not happen often either).  I am glad I found this site and I look forward to getting to know some members and exploring how things work here.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on January 20, 2012, 04:47:28 pm
I am 36 yrs old.  Currently unemployed as of 3 days ago.  I have a lot of health issues and just not in a good place in my life right now.  Some hobbies are hosting tournaments on the computer to bring entertainment to others, playing on the game site myself, crocheting when my hands are not hurting but that has not been able to happen for some years now, I had to stop making a blanket in the middle of it as my hands did not allow me to continue.  I like to watch movies at home or go bowling (which does not happen often either).  I am glad I found this site and I look forward to getting to know some members and exploring how things work here.

Well I'm glad you stopped by in here!  I have some health issues, myself, and have been out of work since May of last year.  Hope you get to know you better.  I'm sorry about your job and being unemployed, and hope things will work out for you.  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on January 20, 2012, 04:53:10 pm
Kim,

5 inches!!!  Goodness gracious!  Down this way, we're wondering where winter is - it's more like spring.  Any more snow on the forecast? 

I got my asthma shots, and then had to have a tetanus booster (for the P in it) to keep me from picking up pertussis anywhere, and a B12 shot.  I'm sore all over and don't feel too swift tonight.  However, it was a busy day with 3 appts. and a short visit to my old teaching job place.  I can feel the shots kicking in.  They are helping, though.  The bronchitis is held off and my cough isn't quite so much.  Oh, and I lost 15 lbs. total since I saw my PCP last month.  But a lot of that is that other new medicine that made me very sick at first, and I'm back on it, just never hungry.

I'll be checking my email in a few.  See you there!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on January 21, 2012, 05:48:37 am
Just a quick note.  We got another 6 inches of snow.  On our way to Cleveland.  Talk to you later.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jstev4506 on January 21, 2012, 05:52:48 am
I really like this forum topic so thanks to the creator! I'm a 27 and single. I have a job which I'm very grateful for. Life has become a bit boring so I'm glad I found FC as an outlet for meeting like-minded people and earning extra cash. Best wishes and best of luck to everyone out there. Here's hoping things get better for ya'll as 2012 progresses.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on January 21, 2012, 01:20:51 pm
Just a quick note.  We got another 6 inches of snow.  On our way to Cleveland.  Talk to you later.


Goodness!  We've got to have some of the cold part come down a little further - it's usually way colder right now.

Travel safe, have fun, and see you later!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on January 21, 2012, 01:23:28 pm
I really like this forum topic so thanks to the creator! I'm a 27 and single. I have a job which I'm very grateful for. Life has become a bit boring so I'm glad I found FC as an outlet for meeting like-minded people and earning extra cash. Best wishes and best of luck to everyone out there. Here's hoping things get better for ya'll as 2012 progresses.

Hi and welcome!!  It's nice to have new friends join right in!  Hope you enjoy FC, make new friends, and earn that extra money!  Hope to see you anytime.  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on January 22, 2012, 04:06:11 pm
Kim,

Weather's changing again.  Rainy and windy today, cooler tonight.  But it's going to warm up right away again.  Ugh...

Hope you're having a super time!  See you soon!

Julie    :cat:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: maxinmotion on January 22, 2012, 11:54:19 pm
Greetings,

I am so happy and I am feeling great. Today (Sunday) was wonder for me. Church was great, had pizza for dinner and had a little fun
with the family.  It is now 3am in Georgia, I usually be waking up around 3:30 or 4am. Not this time. Be blessed.

Maxinmotion is short for Maxine, lol
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on January 23, 2012, 01:24:49 am
I really like this forum topic so thanks to the creator! I'm a 27 and single. I have a job which I'm very grateful for. Life has become a bit boring so I'm glad I found FC as an outlet for meeting like-minded people and earning extra cash. Best wishes and best of luck to everyone out there. Here's hoping things get better for ya'll as 2012 progresses.

Thanks for stopping by.  Stop by any time you can and join in.  Yes you are lucky to have a job now.  I hope it's something you enjoy too.  That's always a plus. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on January 23, 2012, 01:26:44 am
Greetings,

I am so happy and I am feeling great. Today (Sunday) was wonder for me. Church was great, had pizza for dinner and had a little fun
with the family.  It is now 3am in Georgia, I usually be waking up around 3:30 or 4am. Not this time. Be blessed.

Maxinmotion is short for Maxine, lol

Maxine.  Glad you are feeling good.  Pizza sounds good.  I haven't had any in a while and I love it.  I'm an early bird too and have also been suffering insomnia lately so I can be up in the wee hours too.  Hope you get a nap this afternoon!

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on January 23, 2012, 01:31:53 am
Good morning!

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame was awesome!  We also went to the Cleveland Science Museum and the zoo.  It was a great weekend.  We topped it off by having dinner at a somewhat swanky lodge.  We paid 14 for a burger but it was excellent.  Had dinner beside a fireplace.  It was a too expensive trip but we enjoyed ourselves immensely.  We didn't go inside but we also took a picture of the house from the movie a  Christmas Story.  The leg lamp was in the window.  The gift shop, across the street, sells the lamp, bb guns, red wagon flyers and the pink bunny pj's.  Maybe next trip!

Off to FB to play my games.  I have orientation today at the school of nursing.  It's an all day event.  I hope you are feeling good today Julie. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on January 23, 2012, 01:27:41 pm
Greetings,

I am so happy and I am feeling great. Today (Sunday) was wonder for me. Church was great, had pizza for dinner and had a little fun
with the family.  It is now 3am in Georgia, I usually be waking up around 3:30 or 4am. Not this time. Be blessed.

Maxinmotion is short for Maxine, lol

Hi Maxine,

I'm glad you are having a great day!  Your church sounds like a neat place to go to.  Wow, you wake up early!!  Hope you have a wonderful evening!  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on January 23, 2012, 01:33:23 pm
Hi Kim,

I'm so glad you both had such a super weekend!  You managed to do quite a bit in just a couple of days.  I would love to see the "Christmas Story" house in person and visit the shop.  Actually, Roddy would too.  I wouldn't mind visiting any of those you went to.  Did they have the Beatles in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame?  I used to loooovvveeee them, especially Paul, back in the day, lol.

I hope your orientation went really well, today.  What kind of things did you do?

I'm fine - just dealing with the pinched nerve, still, and some coughing.  But my breathing is really good today!

Talk to you later!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: loriecampbell on January 23, 2012, 01:47:46 pm
 :wave: Good idea to know one another a little. I'm 55 and am working part time in mall department store. After losing very good paying job in 2004 the pay for every job is less and less. I thank God for my husband and animals. Times are rough.

We like to take walks, work out, hang out and watch movies/t.v.  I enjoy reading, writing, hanging out at the library, shopping at yard sales and thrift stores, internet surfing, and last but not least....doing FusionCash!  :fish:  :cat:  :bunny:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on January 24, 2012, 01:26:10 am
:wave: Good idea to know one another a little. I'm 55 and am working part time in mall department store. After losing very good paying job in 2004 the pay for every job is less and less. I thank God for my husband and animals. Times are rough.

We like to take walks, work out, hang out and watch movies/t.v.  I enjoy reading, writing, hanging out at the library, shopping at yard sales and thrift stores, internet surfing, and last but not least....doing FusionCash!  :fish:  :cat:  :bunny:

Hi Lorie and welcome, 

We seem to have a good bit in common.  I too lost a good job but am working my way toward a better future if the economy would just lighten up a bit!   I love yard sales and thrift shops too and play way too many online games on Facebook. 

Stop by often!

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on January 24, 2012, 01:32:55 am

Julie  :)

Good morning,

Orientation went fine.  Lots of pertinent hospital information, although I'll be in an office, that was interesting. 

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame had everyone!  I too loved the Beatles and although at first it was Paul I gravitated toward John in later years.  We got to see clothing worn by many artists, including some of their childhood items, Janis' Joplin's Porsche is there, many quitars, drums and other equipment, handwritten songs and play lists, and lots of mini films put together by RRHF that were historical. 

I'm a big Stevie Nicks fan and have always dressed somewhat like her so I was excited to see about 5 of her outfits.  Give me a long skirt, flowing sleeves and a pair of boots and I'm in my comfort zone. 

Glad you are feeling better.  That pinched nerve can't feel good when you cough!  Are you going to try some therapy to get that under control? 

Later my friend.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: maxinmotion on January 24, 2012, 01:53:07 am
I just realized that I missed my .17 yesterday because I had gotten it so early the morning before. I hate when that happens, My sister Norma would say I'll give you 17 cents. She just don't understand that that want be the same, lol.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on January 24, 2012, 04:49:52 am
I just realized that I missed my .17 yesterday because I had gotten it so early the morning before. I hate when that happens, My sister Norma would say I'll give you 17 cents. She just don't understand that that want be the same, lol.

I totally understand.  My BF wonders why I do my daily 17 cents.  He thinks it's a waste of my time but my point is that if you were walking along and saw a dime, a nickel and 2 pennies you would stoop and pick them up.  If I have the ability to add some change to the purse each day I'm going to do it and I've met some good friends along the way too. 

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on January 24, 2012, 05:39:11 pm
:wave: Good idea to know one another a little. I'm 55 and am working part time in mall department store. After losing very good paying job in 2004 the pay for every job is less and less. I thank God for my husband and animals. Times are rough.

We like to take walks, work out, hang out and watch movies/t.v.  I enjoy reading, writing, hanging out at the library, shopping at yard sales and thrift stores, internet surfing, and last but not least....doing FusionCash!  :fish:  :cat:  :bunny:

Hi Lorie!

I agree that times are rough.  I haven't worked since May of last year - it's hard.  You are a very busy lady!  You've got a lot of fun and interesting hobbies and interests - that's great!  I really hope we see you again!  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on January 24, 2012, 05:48:22 pm
I just realized that I missed my .17 yesterday because I had gotten it so early the morning before. I hate when that happens, My sister Norma would say I'll give you 17 cents. She just don't understand that that want be the same, lol.

I know what you mean about that 17 cents!  It all adds up at the end of the month, that's for sure.  Good to see you back in here, today!  Hopefully tomorrow, too, for that day's 17 cents, lol!!  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on January 24, 2012, 05:56:37 pm
Hi Kim,

I'm officially jealous, lol!  I would love to visit the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.  That sounds so neat what's there.  I'm a boots person, myself.  I like her type outfits, too. 

I'm doing some small therapy exercises that the doctor showed me, and it hurts, but I pull through it.  It's just my arm is still painful and my fingers are still numb.  I guess I could call and go back in, but what can they really do - doesn't it have to let go on its own?  My breathing has been good this week.  I had some wheezing and coughing today, but once again, I know it's this damp spring-like weather.  It's supposed to turn cold again in a couple of days.  My anemia is improved - yay!  So I get to come off the the iron for awhile.

How are you doing?  I'm glad yesterday went well.  Are you off the rest of this week?  What happens next with your work?

I will see you tomorrow!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on January 25, 2012, 05:11:08 am
Julie, 

Don't be jealous!  Some day you can come visit me and we'll go to the R&R Hall of Fame. 

I'm glad the breathing is good.  Keep up with the therapy exercises. 

I'm doing okay.  I'm going shopping with a school friend today and we are taking her elderly neighbor woman with us.  We're driving to near Pittsburgh, an hour and a half away, do shop a large retail type of Salvation Army store.  I don't really need anything but I'm hoping a bargain or two will entice me.  We're going to eat lunch together too.  Bob and I have an appointment at 4.  First time together. 

I won't start my internship until next week on the same day I go back to school.  I could have started this week but opted to extend my time with Bob and my down time.  I'm having too much fun.  Soon it will be nose to the grind stone.

No word from my son.  I'm mailing their Christmas gifts today and will ask for a return receipt so I know if they get it.  This sucks.

Gotta run so I can get to my friends house by 9 as planned.  Take care.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on January 25, 2012, 06:06:51 pm
Hi Kim,

I'll hold you to it about going there!!!  I hope you and your friend and her neighbor have a safe and fun trip.  Maybe you'll find a great deal.  I hope your and Bob's appointment goes well.  Fingers crossed.

I'm glad you gave yourself this week off to spend time with Bob and give yourself some downtime, too. 

One of my aunts had a hip replacement yesterday.  She did fine and is so excited about hopefully not being in that horrendous pain like she's been for several years.  She's in a hospital a little more than 2 hours away from here and I'm going to go and surprise visit her.  I spoke with her and my other aunt (her sister) both today.  My other aunt knows I'm coming and said Aunt Mary will be totally happy and surprised when I pop in.  When I was growing up she was/is my favorite aunt.  We keep up pretty regular but don't get to see each other very often.

Anyway, we'll both be on the road in the morning.  Hope all goes well tomorrow.  I'll "talk" to you then!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: maxinmotion on January 25, 2012, 08:01:10 pm
I am glad to be a part of this "my new blog", it helps to post and to know that someone really cares about what you have to say. There may be times when all we are able to do for that day is come here to say hi to a friend. I am so glad I found FC and you guys.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on January 26, 2012, 02:16:45 am
Good morning ladies,

Julie, I'm glad you got to see your aunt.  I'm sure she was happy to see you too. 

Girls I mean to tell you we were at the motherlode of all motherlodes of a Salvation Army store yesterday.  I spent about 20 dollars and came home with some gorgeous sweaters.  All name brands. 

I really enjoyed my day.  I made a new friend, Eleanor.  She is 81 years young.  We carried on and laughed like kids.  She is spry for her age, up on all current events and just a joy.  We both like to crochet and knit and she paints beautiful china ware.  We had lunch together and exchanged phone numbers.  She used to have a full time ceramic business but now just operates it part time for close friends.  She has two kilns and a bunch of molds.  She would like to sell everything and would train anybody that was willing.  If I only had the money I would do it.  I used to love to go to ceramics and make things but know nothing about the firing or molds.  If I could manage to buy into it we are commercially zoned and could open a business in the basement where the beauty shop used to be.  Pipedreams I'm sure but it's a nice idea.

It's freezing rain here this morning and I'm thankful I don't have to go out on the roads. 

I hope all is well with you.  Let me know what you have planned in your world.  Smile.

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: ButterflyWings on January 26, 2012, 07:03:39 am
Hello Girls...

Things have been really busy for me craft page picked up with lots of pre-orders and we had some silly woman who were leaving rude comments cause I deleted them off personal page cause they were pressuring me to send them money..It started out one had colon cancer and I said give me a little time and maybe I will make some ribbons and donate proceeds to you..Well they did not like the idea and began to harass me daily and get really pushy so I nicely said I was going to step away from the 2 of them cause I felt uncomfortable..SO deleted them and they sent me emails that were just awful and then I blocked them cause they were rude on my personal page so they decided to attack the craft page so I had to delete and report them..Big old mess..LOL but it did help my sales some how lmao maybe how I handled it..The move is still pending waiting on a call and getting house ready..Also yesterday oh boy was a day..I finished a few pre-orders(which I will post later on craft page) went to pick my kids up and the people at my corner like to mess with everyone and anyone..Well their son was messing with two twin boys normal kid bickering..Well to my astonishment a few minutes after when the kids were on their way to their grandmas..The father of the corner kid came out screaming and chasing the boys up the fence yelling my son can kick your *bleep*..I was stunned..But as if that was not bad enough the one twin went to ride his bike home up the street and the father yelled tell your *bleep* dad anytime he wants his *bleep* beat to bring down here..my younger two had to see this..It took everything in me not to freak I had the kid stand by me,I said nothing to this idiot cause i have had issues with them and they are nuts..So when I seen the childs mom I let her know what happened and cops got called..I was livid how dare a adult do that to a child!!now hubby does not want me going to bus alone so he is cutting his sleep time to go with me..Some people this is why i want to get out of here..Well got some posting and stuff to do Love ya girls miss ya XOXOXO Dianna
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on January 26, 2012, 04:49:07 pm
I am glad to be a part of this "my new blog", it helps to post and to know that someone really cares about what you have to say. There may be times when all we are able to do for that day is come here to say hi to a friend. I am so glad I found FC and you guys.

Hi Maxine,

It's really nice to have you join right in!  It's great to see you again!  I've just got on here after 7:00 tonight, so I hope you had a good day today.  Hope to see you again.   :cat:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on January 26, 2012, 04:58:41 pm
Kim,

That's wonderful about Eleanor.  You will probably be friends for life, now.  She sounds like a super lady.  She's very talented, too.  I'm glad you had a good time and got you some nice sweaters!

My aunt was totally surprised to see me.  We had such a great visit and she didn't want to let me go, lol.  I'll get back to see her soon when she's settled back at her home with my other aunt.  She is doing well with the new hip replacement and showed my x-rays of the old and the new - amazing difference for just a small area of surgery on her upper thigh.  She's gets to go home tomorrow.

I'm really glad I went, even if it was 2 1/2 hours each way.  I played my ipod so I had my favorites with me.

Hope your weather straightens out.  We have major storms coming through tonight, including tornado watches and possible tornadic activity.  I hate hearing bad weather like that after everyone goes to bed.

Well tomorrow is already Friday - this week is flying by.  Hope you and Bob are having a relaxed evening.  Talk to you tomorrow!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on January 26, 2012, 05:12:42 pm
Hello Girls...

Things have been really busy for me craft page picked up with lots of pre-orders and we had some silly woman who were leaving rude comments cause I deleted them off personal page cause they were pressuring me to send them money..It started out one had colon cancer and I said give me a little time and maybe I will make some ribbons and donate proceeds to you..Well they did not like the idea and began to harass me daily and get really pushy so I nicely said I was going to step away from the 2 of them cause I felt uncomfortable..SO deleted them and they sent me emails that were just awful and then I blocked them cause they were rude on my personal page so they decided to attack the craft page so I had to delete and report them..Big old mess..LOL but it did help my sales some how lmao maybe how I handled it..The move is still pending waiting on a call and getting house ready..Also yesterday oh boy was a day..I finished a few pre-orders(which I will post later on craft page) went to pick my kids up and the people at my corner like to mess with everyone and anyone..Well their son was messing with two twin boys normal kid bickering..Well to my astonishment a few minutes after when the kids were on their way to their grandmas..The father of the corner kid came out screaming and chasing the boys up the fence yelling my son can kick your *bleep*..I was stunned..But as if that was not bad enough the one twin went to ride his bike home up the street and the father yelled tell your *bleep* dad anytime he wants his *bleep* beat to bring down here..my younger two had to see this..It took everything in me not to freak I had the kid stand by me,I said nothing to this idiot cause i have had issues with them and they are nuts..So when I seen the childs mom I let her know what happened and cops got called..I was livid how dare a adult do that to a child!!now hubby does not want me going to bus alone so he is cutting his sleep time to go with me..Some people this is why i want to get out of here..Well got some posting and stuff to do Love ya girls miss ya XOXOXO Dianna

Hey Dianna,

It's great to see you in here again - we've missed you!  I see you on FB in passing and I know you've been busy with the craft page.  That's awful about the women doing what they were doing.  They just wanted your money, plain and simple.  Then to get mad and harass you like that - that's sad.  I hope they are blocked now and will leave you alone.

I received my dragonfly earrings today - I really like them!  She got them to me very quickly! 

You've got a very busy craft page going now - I enjoy browsing through the new items!

I'm glad things are progressing well with moving - hope it keeps working out!  That was not a good thing that happened with your sons having to see an adult father showing his mouth and his rear like he did - and on top of that - to another kid.  Good grief - I don't blame you wanting to get out of there!!  I'm glad your hubby is going to go with you.

Take care - pop in when you can!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on January 27, 2012, 01:57:40 am
Dianna,

I'm so sorry you have had to be involved with such rude, pathetic people, both on FB and in your own neighborhood!  People are nuts! 

Your crafts are really looking good.  I hope you are making some moohla with all the hard work.  You hang in there, be careful and keep your head held high. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on January 27, 2012, 02:00:56 am
Juju,

I hope your weather has calmed down by the time you read this message.  I'll check your FB page for updates. 

I'm glad you got to see your aunt too.  Too bad you live so far away. 

I've talked to Eleanor by phone twice now so can imagine this will be a daily chat buddy with me. 

It's still raining here.  Bob and I have been really lazy the last week or so.  We are going to start walking today though. 

I owe you a big email to bring you up to speed on what's going on with therapy and such.  No word from my son.  His Christmas gift box should arrive today.  I have a tracking number so I'll see if it shows as delivered this afternoon.  I figure I won't hear from him until they are desperate for money. 

TTYL,

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: maxinmotion on January 27, 2012, 03:16:59 am
I am so happy, getting ready to cash out for the second time, only .86 away. It's a rainy night/morning here in Georgia. My health is good and God is awesome.

I take pictures of clouds and would love to start a blog about different pictures of natural things that we see on a daily basic. How or where can I start? I took a picture a couple of days ago of a cloud that looks just like a women. I tell you the truth if I hadn't taken the picture myself I would not have believe it was real.  I hope to figure out how to put them here. 

I have a couple of orders to fill for my mail-order business, OPEN CLOUDS ADVERTISING. That's how much I love clouds, lol

Maxine
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on January 27, 2012, 05:59:12 pm
I am so happy, getting ready to cash out for the second time, only .86 away. It's a rainy night/morning here in Georgia. My health is good and God is awesome.

I take pictures of clouds and would love to start a blog about different pictures of natural things that we see on a daily basic. How or where can I start? I took a picture a couple of days ago of a cloud that looks just like a women. I tell you the truth if I hadn't taken the picture myself I would not have believe it was real.  I hope to figure out how to put them here. 

I have a couple of orders to fill for my mail-order business, OPEN CLOUDS ADVERTISING. That's how much I love clouds, lol

Maxine

Maxine,

That's great you are so close to your 2nd time of cashing out!  I'm about 90 cents away, myself.  You could always start your own blog for your pictures in a new post for your blog.  There are also some blog spots online where you can set up one.  Golotomer (Kim) knows a little more about that than I do.  Good luck with it - that one cloud pic of a woman sounds neat!  Have a great weekend!  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on January 27, 2012, 06:05:12 pm
Hi Kim,

See?  I told you - you've made a friend for life!  She sounds sweet and sounds like she needs someone to chat with.

Our weather calmed down during the night.  It felt so good out today - we opened the windows.  It was sunny, breezy, and crisp cool!  I loved it.  It's supposed to stay with us for a few days.

I know what you mean about your son.  Sorry you still haven't heard anything.  We haven't with ours either.

Did you and Bob get to walk today?  How's your weather?

I hope you and Bob have a wonderful Saturday!

Julie  :)

P.S.  I look forward to your email!  I owe you one back, too.  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: ButterflyWings on January 27, 2012, 06:26:53 pm
Hello..Popping my little head..learned some new bow techniques today so I am excited to try those..Have a girl who bought her mom some butterfly earrings I made and she told me her mom cried she loved them so much..And jamie the girl who I teamed up with she is great..I am glad she is in on it with me..And the 3rd girl she does 31 gifts and Mary Kay so I put her to help her get some customers cause I order from her alot :)..All is well painting one of the kids rooms this weekend and crafting so busy busy for me will try to peak in and say hello..I miss you girls so much..AND HELLO TO NEW BLOGGERS!! much love Dianna
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: maxinmotion on January 28, 2012, 02:45:36 am
Clouds of Joy! So I can put pictures here in the forum of just clouds if I want too?

I am learning a lot just hanging out with you guys. I have to hand out flyers today. That is the only part of my business that I have to work on. I am a little shy at times and don't want to do business face to face, go figure that. Anyway any tips on how not to be shy? Sometimes I am on IT and there is nothing that can stop me, motivated, full of energy and ready to take on the world.

My Pastor says that if you hang around motivated people you will be motivated, if you hang around losers you will be a loser. I might not have said it word for word but I think that is what it meant, lol.

If I am not motivated when I get here I am always motivated when I leave, Thanks for everything and I really am glad I found this blog. God bless you.

Maxine
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on January 28, 2012, 11:52:52 am
Hello..Popping my little head..learned some new bow techniques today so I am excited to try those..Have a girl who bought her mom some butterfly earrings I made and she told me her mom cried she loved them so much..And jamie the girl who I teamed up with she is great..I am glad she is in on it with me..And the 3rd girl she does 31 gifts and Mary Kay so I put her to help her get some customers cause I order from her alot :)..All is well painting one of the kids rooms this weekend and crafting so busy busy for me will try to peak in and say hello..I miss you girls so much..AND HELLO TO NEW BLOGGERS!! much love Dianna

It will be nice to see your new bows.  Your craft page is really expanding - you're doing great!  You have a busy day planned - hope all goes well.

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on January 28, 2012, 11:59:57 am
Clouds of Joy! So I can put pictures here in the forum of just clouds if I want too?

I am learning a lot just hanging out with you guys. I have to hand out flyers today. That is the only part of my business that I have to work on. I am a little shy at times and don't want to do business face to face, go figure that. Anyway any tips on how not to be shy? Sometimes I am on IT and there is nothing that can stop me, motivated, full of energy and ready to take on the world.

My Pastor says that if you hang around motivated people you will be motivated, if you hang around losers you will be a loser. I might not have said it word for word but I think that is what it meant, lol.

If I am not motivated when I get here I am always motivated when I leave, Thanks for everything and I really am glad I found this blog. God bless you.

Maxine



I always enjoy coming in here!  Your pastor said a great thing about who you hang around and how they can affect you.  Anyone who hangs around you should come away feeling uplifted and happy!  Hope you have a nice Saturday!  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on January 28, 2012, 12:07:58 pm
Hi Kim,

I hope you and Bob are having a nice weekend.  It's so beautiful here.  Hope to talk more later. 

Juju  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on January 28, 2012, 01:14:17 pm
I am so happy, getting ready to cash out for the second time, only .86 away. It's a rainy night/morning here in Georgia. My health is good and God is awesome.

I take pictures of clouds and would love to start a blog about different pictures of natural things that we see on a daily basic. How or where can I start? I took a picture a couple of days ago of a cloud that looks just like a women. I tell you the truth if I hadn't taken the picture myself I would not have believe it was real.  I hope to figure out how to put them here. 

I have a couple of orders to fill for my mail-order business, OPEN CLOUDS ADVERTISING. That's how much I love clouds, lol

Maxine

Maxine,  You could start a Facebook page or there is blogger.com ...many more... but I'm familiar with those.  I'd love to see your stuff.  I love clouds too.  I'm always finding shapes and faces in them.  The love of clouds is an unique way to make a living!  Good for you!  Do you have a website for your mail order business?  Share the link if so as I'd love to see your stuff. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on January 28, 2012, 01:16:16 pm
Hello..Popping my little head..learned some new bow techniques today so I am excited to try those..Have a girl who bought her mom some butterfly earrings I made and she told me her mom cried she loved them so much..And jamie the girl who I teamed up with she is great..I am glad she is in on it with me..And the 3rd girl she does 31 gifts and Mary Kay so I put her to help her get some customers cause I order from her alot :)..All is well painting one of the kids rooms this weekend and crafting so busy busy for me will try to peak in and say hello..I miss you girls so much..AND HELLO TO NEW BLOGGERS!! much love Dianna

Dianna, good to hear from you!  That's a sweet story about the butterfuly earrings.  I can't wait to see your new designs. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on January 28, 2012, 01:26:49 pm


See?  I told you - you've made a friend for life!  She sounds sweet and sounds like she needs someone to chat with.

Our weather calmed down during the night.  It felt so good out today - we opened the windows.  It was sunny, breezy, and crisp cool!  I loved it.  It's supposed to stay with us for a few days.

I know what you mean about your son.  Sorry you still haven't heard anything.  We haven't with ours either.

Did you and Bob get to walk today?  How's your weather?

I hope you and Bob have a wonderful Saturday!

Julie  :)

P.S.  I look forward to your email!  I owe you one back, too.  :)

Julie, 

Eleanor's husband was a classical hoarder so I guess she needs a lot of help.  I'm not going to offer though unless she asks.  Not that I don't want to help but I don't want her thinking I'm offering out of greed and honestly it sounds like a terrible lot of work to get it sorted out. 

I did hear from my son last night and again today.  He got his Christmas box and called to talk.  My daughter, from here in PA, was also down to visit today.  We had been estranged for a while because of "the thing" I was dealing with.  So now all three kids are currently speaking to me.  We'll see how long this lasts.  :) 

My son is moving tomorrow.  His fiance has another job lined up but it's toward where her mother lives.  They will be staying with her for a while, however, I told him he was more than welcome to stay here for a while, especially while Bob is back in Florida in February.  It would be nice to have the company. 

Our weather is typical PA today, we've had rain, sleet, snow and now it's very windy but still cold and the sun is actually shining. 

Bob and I went for a walk in the local mall last night and perused an antique shop we like.  We did our grocery shopping too.  I'm glad that's out of the way before another snow hits and also while he was home to help carry stuff in.  I'm on what is called the 17 day diet.  It's a bit like Atkins for the first 17 days, lots of proteins and very few carbs.  After that you do another 17 days where you add some carbs but all whole grain and no white flour and very little sugar.  It will take more planning, as most diets do, and I hope I can stick with it once school starts.  It's hard cooking the right things when you are so busy.   

We're still being lazy and just playing during this break.  Games, games, games for me but that will soon end. 

I won't promise an email right now.  I have to be motivated to actually get an email out. 

Later my friend.  I hope your day is going great. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on January 28, 2012, 01:42:34 pm
Hi Kim,

I'm really glad your son called you and also updated you on the move.  I do hope things will be okay moving in with her mom.  I'll keep my fingers crossed that maybe he'll some stay with you some in February.  I'm glad your daughter is speaking with you, too.  I hope that continues.

I heard from SSDI yesterday regarding my appeal.  I have to go have a pulmonary lung function test for their doctors.  I've had a few, even recently, with my doctors and the new pulmonologist, but they want their own.  I know this one lady who had the same thing happen with her on her appeal, and the next month they approved her.  I'm not as bad off as her, and she's also on oxygen, but I'm hoping for the best.

Good luck with your diet.  I've heard of the Atkins Diet, but not the 17 day one.  I hope it works for you.  Let me know.

Enjoy your Saturday and your time off!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on January 29, 2012, 02:08:14 am
Julie,

I sure hope they approve your SSDI.  You are certainly entitled to the help!   Do you have your test scheduled yet or will you have to call on Monday? 

I hope the diet works too!  I will let you know.  I'm not very good at sticking to anything for very long but so far so good.  I'm surprised at how full I feel and not craving the carbs like I thought I would.  I could live on bread and butter and usually want something to eat every 3 or 4 hours but I'm not ...so far. 

Yesterday I cooked several chicken *bleep* in olive oil, cut in some cabbage, onions, carrots and green beans and made a stir fry.  I ate it with a bit of sour cream.  I made Bob's on a burrito and he really liked it.  I was satisfied with mine in a bowl.  I think today I'm going to pre-cook a bunch of chicken and freeze it so I can just grab a container and fix what I want as I need it.  No red meat but I'm allowed some fruits, yogurts and green tea. 

We are going to Jess's today to work on her computer and then we'll bring Amya home with us for the night.  Monday she will stay with Grandpa while I go shopping with Eleanor and Bev at that cool Salvation Army store again. 

The wind has finally died down this morning but no snow or rain.  I don't even know what the forecast is for the next couple of days.  I haven't watched any tv! 

Have a wonderful Sunday. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: ButterflyWings on January 29, 2012, 03:28:46 pm
Hello My sweets...Posting some pre- orders and new stuff today..Got 2 more pre-orders to finish and hopefully a little break lol..The new way to make bows came out so cute learning a few more..I really love crafting so its fun to learn new ways..Also up to 224 in fans which is so exciting!!Well I hope your weekend is going well..Love ya xoxoxo See ya soon ~Dianna~
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on January 29, 2012, 04:36:24 pm
Hello My sweets...Posting some pre- orders and new stuff today..Got 2 more pre-orders to finish and hopefully a little break lol..The new way to make bows came out so cute learning a few more..I really love crafting so its fun to learn new ways..Also up to 224 in fans which is so exciting!!Well I hope your weekend is going well..Love ya xoxoxo See ya soon ~Dianna~

Hi Dianna,

I saw those bows and other things tonight.  They really turned out nice!  If my daughter was still little, I would get some!  224 - Wow!  That's wonderful!  Keep up the great work!  Hope your Sunday is going really nice for you. 

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on January 29, 2012, 04:47:13 pm
Hi Kim,

The date for the test is on Feb. 20th at the local hospital.  Yes, I do so hope it turns out for the best.

So far what you are fixing to eat sounds very good.  I like that kind of food.  So does Veronica. 

Have fun tomorrow with Eleanor and Bev at the Salvation Army store.  I know Amya will have a great time with Bob.  How many more days of break do you have?

No tv?  Goodness, girl!  I have watched a couple of lifetime movies this weekend and a couple of Snapped shows.  Snapped is kind of like Forensic Files - you may have already seen it.   

I'm glad the cooler weather is hanging in for a few days here.  It's still not winter weather but at least it's cooler than it's been.

Have a super time tomorrow!

Julie   :cat:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on January 30, 2012, 02:47:01 am
Hi Kim,

The date for the test is on Feb. 20th at the local hospital.  Yes, I do so hope it turns out for the best.

So far what you are fixing to eat sounds very good.  I like that kind of food.  So does Veronica. 

Have fun tomorrow with Eleanor and Bev at the Salvation Army store.  I know Amya will have a great time with Bob.  How many more days of break do you have?

No tv?  Goodness, girl!  I have watched a couple of lifetime movies this weekend and a couple of Snapped shows.  Snapped is kind of like Forensic Files - you may have already seen it.   

I'm glad the cooler weather is hanging in for a few days here.  It's still not winter weather but at least it's cooler than it's been.

Have a super time tomorrow!

Julie   :cat:


Julie, 

We aren't going to the Salvation Army today.  We had a freak snow storm come through yesterday.  It was the weirdest thing.  I had been outside and it was windy but clear.  I was busy in the computer room and then walked through the living room.  We have a big picture window and when I walked into the room and glance at the window I thought I was seeing severe fog.  It was snow.  Within five minutes we had two inches.  You couldn't see across the street.  It quit and the son came out but it left the roads really icy as it was a packing type of snow. 

We got Amya last night and she will be with us all day.  She is hacking and coughing and has a rash all over her body except for her trunk.  It isn't visible but it feels like tiny pimples and is quite itchy.  I rubbed her down with hydrocortisone cream last night and will do the same a couple of times today. 

Snapped sounds good.  I'll have to see if I can find it.  That is the type of show we like to watch. 

I pick my books up tomorrow then back to school and start my internship on Wednesday.  Break is nearly over. 

I'm glad your test is scheduled and will pray that things turn out for you. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: ButterflyWings on January 30, 2012, 08:08:45 am
Peek Peek lol..Its Monday lmao oh buy day for me kids back to school a few more pre-orders and then running so I can clean tomorrow..Stuff for move is on hold while we get house ready so maybe end of month or sooner we will go at it full force again..Its cold here again which is messing up my sinuses cause it was hot yesterday grrr weird Florida weather this year..Thank you Julie hun ..Hello Kim and all new people I missed..Well off to do some stuff much love ~Dianna~
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on January 30, 2012, 10:38:13 am
Peek Peek lol..Its Monday lmao oh buy day for me kids back to school a few more pre-orders and then running so I can clean tomorrow..Stuff for move is on hold while we get house ready so maybe end of month or sooner we will go at it full force again..Its cold here again which is messing up my sinuses cause it was hot yesterday grrr weird Florida weather this year..Thank you Julie hun ..Hello Kim and all new people I missed..Well off to do some stuff much love ~Dianna~

I know what you mean with the weird weather this year.  It's the same way here in GA.  This has been the strangest winter!

Take care of those sinuses!  I'm glad you are getting closer to being able to move. 

Talk to you later!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on January 30, 2012, 10:45:53 am
Hi Kim,

That is the strangest thing with your freak snowstorm coming through.  It seems like a lot of people are talking about this weird winter.

I'm sorry to hear about Amya.  I hope she doesn't have strept throat or scarlet fever.  I sure do hope she feels better soon.

Good luck on starting your internship Wed.  I hope all goes well and that you enjoy this new phase in your studies.

I'm going to try and get a few things done around here today.  I also have to type up some business meeting notes for church and fax my info about my SSDI appt. to them. 

You have a nice day.  "See" you later!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: maxinmotion on January 30, 2012, 07:25:43 pm
Hi Kim,

I do have a Facebook page and I have post a lot of cloud pictures and I also took pictures of my daughter's pig. Let me know what you think about the picture of the cloud that looks like a "lady". Search Maxine Patton I will be happy to accept your friend request.

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on January 31, 2012, 05:19:16 am
Hi Kim,

I do have a Facebook page and I have post a lot of cloud pictures and I also took pictures of my daughter's pig. Let me know what you think about the picture of the cloud that looks like a "lady". Search Maxine Patton I will be happy to accept your friend request.



I'll look you up as soon as I finish my click throughs.  My name is Kim Talboo. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on January 31, 2012, 05:20:19 am
Just a quick note.  I have to finish up here and get my post in for the forum for the month of January.  I'm real close to cashing out.  Then off to school to pick up my books.  Later ladies.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: mjdoug03 on January 31, 2012, 10:07:05 am
Good idea.  It's nice to read about someone else's life.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on January 31, 2012, 03:43:07 pm
Kim,

I guess you've got your books and are ready for your internship starting tomorrow.  I wish you a great day!!


Speaking of weird weather, it was on the news tonight that Turkey has a major snowfall - they haven't had snow for 23 years!  It's like the weather is backwards or reversed this year!  In a small NY town, there were 31 inches of snow that fell (5 to 6 inches per hour.)  No snow in surrounding towns.

I know when you read this, you'll be in a rush for getting ready for work.  So I'll keep this short.  Take care and hopefully we can catch up sometime soon.

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: maxinmotion on January 31, 2012, 07:28:21 pm
I cashed out today for the second time. I received my $3 for posting which helped me to cash out today and I also applied for my second $3 bonus.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on February 01, 2012, 03:28:02 am
Kim,

I guess you've got your books and are ready for your internship starting tomorrow.  I wish you a great day!!


Speaking of weird weather, it was on the news tonight that Turkey has a major snowfall - they haven't had snow for 23 years!  It's like the weather is backwards or reversed this year!  In a small NY town, there were 31 inches of snow that fell (5 to 6 inches per hour.)  No snow in surrounding towns.

I know when you read this, you'll be in a rush for getting ready for work.  So I'll keep this short.  Take care and hopefully we can catch up sometime soon.

Julie  :)

I got my books yesterday and today is the first day of school and my internship.  I'm a bit nervous.  That's wild about Turkey.  I hadn't heard that.  Yes the weather is backwards.  Yesterday I saw bugs and catapillers crawling around. 

I guess Bob is leaving Monday morning.  My son is going to come on Sunday and stay until the following weekend. 

Gotta run.  Hope things are well with you. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on February 01, 2012, 05:38:56 pm
I cashed out today for the second time. I received my $3 for posting which helped me to cash out today and I also applied for my second $3 bonus.


That's great!!  That $3.00 really helps to reach that monthly goal, too!!  Keep up the great earnings!  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on February 01, 2012, 05:49:32 pm
Hi Kim,

I was thinking about you today hoping your first day of internship was going well.  Are you taking both classes and doing the internship?  Forgive my brain depletion if I've already asked you this, lol. 

I'm glad your son is coming to visit for a week.  I hope things go really well for you both.  Still nothing from mine.

My pulmonologist called today and told me my overnight oxygen test shows I need oxygen at night.  It goes down in the lower 70s during the night.  I'm so relieved - I would much rather have the oxygen (like I did before) than the c-pap.  The oxygen made me feel better first thing in the mornings.  At least this new one listens, re-did some tests, and came to a conclusion that is best for me.  Tonight's my first night on it.

I hope Bob has a safe and productive trip.  Have a nice Thursday!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on February 02, 2012, 01:50:38 am
Julie,

I'm glad you will be getting the oxygen.  It will probably make a big difference in how you feel.  I'd rather have that than the cpap too. 

Yes I am doing both classes, in the mornings, and the internship.  My classes all end at noon or 1 and then I go directly to the ENT office.  I was really tired last night.  I didn't leave their office until 5.  Then I had homework.  I'm hoping I can do the bulk of my homework on the weekends.  Fixing dinner is going to be my biggest problem.  By the time I get home I'm really hungry. 

There is one doctor and one nurse practioner in our office.  They are just now going to Electronic Medical Records, EMR, so the office is a buzz of activity getting all of the records scanned and into the computers.  I'll be helping in the office and the clinical.  I assisted the doctor with a minor surgery yesterday, removing a small polyp from a woman's nose.  All I did was hold a light and hand her the gauze and I held the woman's arm and patted her to soothe her.  Saw my first blood.  There was a man in there with suspected MRSA and I was ready to come home, change clothes and get a shower. 

I think it will be okay though and all of the assistance in the office have graduated from my school and were hired after their internship.  They only let one person go as they said "it just didn't work out". 

It looks like I won't have to do blood draws and the majority of shots given would be allergy.  I think I can handle that. 

Later girlfriend. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on February 02, 2012, 08:44:20 pm
Hi Kim,

Goodness you have some busy days ahead.  Do you ever cook with the crock pot?  I used that a lot when I worked full time at State Farm before our little ones came.  You always have good ideas, though, and I know you're working on that diet.  Hope it's going well for you.

My PCP's office finally got switched over to the EMR - there are still little bugs here and there but it's doing much better now.  However, when I went in 2 weeks ago, the computers went down so they had to revert to Plan B (old fashioned way, lol.)  Goodness, you got a strong start with the woman's nose and I don't blame you for wanting the shower with the suspected MRSA.  I really hope all goes great with this so you can get hired there.  (That is, if you like it!)

I go for my labwork in the morning (Friday) for the auto immune panels.  Then I'm going to my PCP about the pinched nerve and see what I should do next.  I slept pretty good last night.  Their tubing that goes around my ears and at my nose, is so soft and light that you hardly know you're wearing that.  I can handle that.  The machine is very quiet although it makes a loud long beep when you first turn it on.  Lol, 2 of the cats, on my bed, took off scrambling into each other to race out of the room.  They came back about 30 minutes later and snuggled on each side of me.  They were too funny.

Have a nice Friday and a great weekend.  Talk to you later!

Juju  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on February 03, 2012, 01:49:34 am
Julie,

That's funny about the cats!  Glad the oxygen is helping.  I probably learn a lot about allergies because they do one day a week on education for food allergies, testing and shots. 

I'll get the food problem worked out.   I used to use the crock pot a lot too and also cooked and froze on the weekends.  It's all a matter of getting back in the groove and on a schedule. 

Bob took me out for dinner last night and I was glad.  Today I don't intern and I'll be home early so I can play catch up. 

Good luck with all of the testing today.  I guess the groundhog saw his shadow so another six weeks of winter....duh... It's only February. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on February 03, 2012, 07:42:52 pm
Hi Kim,

Yeah, about that groundhog:  6 more weeks of cold weather when we're already having spring, lol!!  This will be interesting.

I got my lab work done this morning, then went for my appt.  My dr. said this pinched nerve could actually be a combination of different things.  Like the pinched nerve, or a pulled muscle, or a bulging disc.  She knew which spots to touch that would hit the bad spot, including total and quick numbness/tingling throughout the entire arm and hand.  She sent me for neck x-rays then.  And she's ordered an MRI for next week.  I didn't get home until after 5:00.  There was also a wreck on the highway where someone had lost control and left the highway with their car split off in 3 pieces wrapped around the trees.  The ambulance must have left since the tow truck was there.  That was sad.  I hope they were ok but have no idea.

That was nice of Bob to take you out for dinner.  Glad you had an early day, too.

Hope you have a nice weekend!  Our pastor and his wife, and his mom and dad, invited us out to eat tomorrow late afternoon.  We all got gift cards to a steak place for Christmas so they want us to go.  We've not been there yet ourselves.  That will be nice to go out!

"See" you tomorrow!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on February 04, 2012, 01:54:12 am
Julie,

Glad the day of testing is done.  I know a pinched nerve can be a nightmare.  I still have one knee that is numb from a bulging disc in my back from about 5 years ago.  I was in a wheelchair for 3 weeks, walked with a cane for a while and was in severe pain for quite a while.  I hope they find the problem and can fix it for you.  Stretching really helps me.  I can't sit or lay in one position for very long without discomfort. 

Enjoy your dinner with your pastor!  I have a bunch of housework and homework to do...story of my life for right now.  Bob is leaving Monday morning but we have to go to Erie to get the sprinter he will be driving on Sunday night.  Picking my son up Sunday morning.  I'm going to have Bob leave me his Jaquar (it's an old one!) because the check engine light is on in my car and I'm afraid it might conk on me while he is gone.  He looked things over but there isn't anything apparent and it's still running okay.

We'll probably go out to eat again this weekend.  My birthday is Tuesday and Valentines Day is next week and he'll be gone.  My BD is kind of a sore spot with me because that was when he had set his "date" last year.  I then found out around the 16th so this is kind of a traumatic time for me. 

Gotta run.  I've been invited to a party at Ravenwood Fair and I have to get going.  :) 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on February 04, 2012, 11:47:05 am
Kim,

Wow!  That had to have been rough with that bulging disc in your back.  What do they actually do when there is a bulging disc like that?  I hope that's not what is wrong in my neck.  Pain pills help for a bit - but with all of the other meds I take, some of which keep me low key, I hate feeling so sleepy so often.  I have some stretching exercises to do gently, and the dr. told me I may have to go to physical therapy also.  I don't like the idea of going to a chiropractor either, but she said that there are certain massage-type or impression type of things they can do to help the tightness, instead of the other things they do.  My shoulder is as "tight as a rock" she said.

I hope you get to go out this weekend for your birthday.  I know the day has a shadow on it for you and I hope things for the future changes for the absolute best for you so that shadow can fade out for you.  My younger son's birthday is today - He's 26, and so far he's heard nothing from his brother.  I didn't realize yours and mine are the same month!  Mine's the 24th. 

I hope your son still stays with you for the week and that all goes well.

Have fun at the party, lol!!  Hope today is a great day!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on February 05, 2012, 03:38:46 am
Julie,

My back problem was a combination of a collapsed and bulging disc.  I had to have an epidural to move past the pain, took anti-inflammatories, had therapy with a chiropractor that consisted of the ultrasound treatments, massages, those electrodes that are warm and moist, stretching exercises and pain pills.  They determined that I also had osteopenea so I had to start taking calcium and am supposed to do weight bearing exercising to strengthen the bone.  They said if the disc went back in place and the bone didn't start to fuse I could have surgery where they would put a type of cement in to build that area that had collapsed.  I also had over 28 pinched nerves.  My pain radiated all the way to my toes. 

I believe in chiropractic care to the nth.  I have had two bouts in my life where I either couldn't walk at all or could barely walk and both times they got me moving again.  Another thing I was told to do was stop drinking anything with Aspartame.  They thought I was experiencing a type of muscle problem from it.  I use only splenda or truvia. 

I sure hope they figure out a treatment plan that helps you.  I understand the pain and you have enough to deal with with your allergies. 

I had a great time at the fair yesterday.  I haven't danced, or jumped up and down, so much in years. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on February 05, 2012, 07:39:06 pm
Kim,

That was rough for you.  You must have wondered if you would ever feel normal again - good grief!  What you wrote about therapy with the chiropractor gives me a little better idea of what they do.  My doctor was trying to tell me about some of this but you wrote it where my brain could understand it a little better.  I sure am glad you are okay now.  Will something like that ever come back to bother you again?  I hope not.  I guess I should find out tomorrow about the x-rays.  Then wait on the referral set up for the MRI.  This afternoon, I started feeling that same pain/slight tingling down my left leg.  I wasn't really making any connection with it until I read about how yours affected yours down to your toes.  28 pinched nerves?  Good grief - how much pain can a person have?

I did go to church this morning.  After lunch, I took a pain pill.  I was trying to do things on here and on FB.  Next thing I know it's 3 hours later - I woke up with my hand on the mouse and all kinds of windows open from the mouse clicking on stuff, lol.  Oh well, the nap did me good.

Glad you had fun at the fair!!  They're so cute, aren't they?  I'm so trying to get back into my games.  With everything that's been going on with the family issues, the med. tests, asthma, and pain, it's hard to get too involved and stick with it.  Plus, after typing for a few minutes, my left hand hurts from the numbness and so I have to stop.  So, I'm still doing minimal.  Please don't give up on me, okay?  One of your friends befriended me who plays the games, too.  Maybe you could just let her know not to give up on me either.  Thanks!!

While Bob is gone, if you want to or need to talk or say hi, please don't hesitate to call!  Hope your son is with you for the week and that all goes great with you two.

Talk to you later,

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on February 06, 2012, 01:57:52 am
Julie,

Falling to sleep at the keyboard is a situation I've been familiar with too.  You will probably be amazed at what chiropractic care can do for you.  I also have a guy that does deep muscle massage on me and he is good at releasing the nerve tension when it gets bad.  The main thing I have found is to keep moving and stretching seems to help.  I know I should walk more than I do because that helps to keep the muscles in shape and they help to support the bones which keeps everything in alignment too. 

Whether it could come back on me is an unknown.  I think the last time it happened from sitting too long at work, generally being out of shape and from pushing a dining room cabinet across a room (on moving men). 

I wouldn't advise any exercise right now until you talk to the doctor. 

I'm not sure which of my friends connected with you in games so don't know who to tell about your problem.  Don't worry about it though.  You are the most important person to be concerned about right now. 

Prayers coming your way.  Big hug. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on February 06, 2012, 07:45:57 am
Good morning Kim,

The doctor mentioned massaging gently my shoulders, but with my 3 in this household, that's a no-go.  2 have weak and/or painful wrists/hands because of their arthritis, and hubby has carpal tunnel in his (and won't get something done.)  So I don't even bother them - I know how that ache feels in the wrists and hands myself and couldn't do that to them.  I would love to find someone who could help me, though.

Well, Monday is already here - fast weekend!  Did you watch any of the Super Bowl last night?  It seems like today, everyone is talking more about the commercials than the game, lol.  There were some neat ones, for sure!

Hope you have a nice day, today, and that the interning goes well.  Did you pick your son up?

Thanks for the prayers and the big hug - greatly needed and much appreciated!

{{Hugs}} to you, too!   :heart: HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!    :thumbsup:   HOPE YOU HAVE A PERFECT DAY!!!     :star:  :wave:

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: ButterflyWings on February 06, 2012, 08:40:46 am
Hello My dear ladies..I hope you all are well? I am good been busy again lol..Hopefully the craft page will slow down for a few days so I can pack some more and concentrate on moving stuff..not that I am complaining I am loving it lmao..My tooth has been in and out for pain counting the days down till this is done..The houses we looked at have dropped from 25,000 to 16,000 so thats a plus..I am hoping we can sell our house fast and get what we need to move and such..Well off to take my son to doctors and run around..cleaning is done so whew don't have to do that..What has been new with you girls?Miss ya will pop in later tonight while I am on facebook..Much love xoxoxo~Dianna~
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on February 07, 2012, 01:36:18 am
Hello My dear ladies..I hope you all are well? I am good been busy again lol..Hopefully the craft page will slow down for a few days so I can pack some more and concentrate on moving stuff..not that I am complaining I am loving it lmao..My tooth has been in and out for pain counting the days down till this is done..The houses we looked at have dropped from 25,000 to 16,000 so thats a plus..I am hoping we can sell our house fast and get what we need to move and such..Well off to take my son to doctors and run around..cleaning is done so whew don't have to do that..What has been new with you girls?Miss ya will pop in later tonight while I am on facebook..Much love xoxoxo~Dianna~

Hi Diana,

I hope things slow down for you too so you can get things done.  I know you must be excited.  Not much new with me other than the internship and learning the how tos of the office. 

Have a great day.

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on February 07, 2012, 01:38:03 am
Julie,

Thanks for the BD wishes.  Yes my son is here with me this week.  He has been doing odd jobs around the house to help me out.  That's nice! 

Hope you are feeling some better. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on February 07, 2012, 07:23:12 am
Hello My dear ladies..I hope you all are well? I am good been busy again lol..Hopefully the craft page will slow down for a few days so I can pack some more and concentrate on moving stuff..not that I am complaining I am loving it lmao..My tooth has been in and out for pain counting the days down till this is done..The houses we looked at have dropped from 25,000 to 16,000 so thats a plus..I am hoping we can sell our house fast and get what we need to move and such..Well off to take my son to doctors and run around..cleaning is done so whew don't have to do that..What has been new with you girls?Miss ya will pop in later tonight while I am on facebook..Much love xoxoxo~Dianna~

Good morning Dianna,

Remember when you wanted the craft page to pick up?  Did you think you would be able to say you wish it could slow down so you could pack?  Lol!  It shows how far the craft page has come and really done well!!  I know you are excited about moving soon - I'm excited for you!  Hang on with that tooth - it won't be too much longer!  Have a great week and I'll see you off and on on FB!  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on February 07, 2012, 07:33:32 am
Hi Kim,

You were up early today!   I really do hope you have a nice birthday!  I'd take you out for a Starbucks or something you liked like that if I was up there.

That is nice to have your son with you this week. 

I've got some more busy paperwork to do with some dr. and insurance issues.  I haven't heard yet on the x-rays.  I know you'll be busy today.

The weather took a dip last night - at least it will be in the 50s for a few days, which is still warmer than the 40s we are usually having, but I don't mind the 50s - it's still cool and crisp out.

Treat yourself like a Queen tonight, okay?  Enjoy your evening!

Julie  :)

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on February 08, 2012, 02:10:43 am
Julie,

I usually do get up at 4:30.  I slept in today though...until 5:00. 

I had to take my son to the emergency room last night.  His one eye was dilated and the other wasn't.  They did a CT scan to rule out any bad activity and decided he has a sinus infection.  He is now on a 5 day Zpak. 

I was extremely busy yesterday.  I love both of the doctors I'm working with and finally got matched up with one of the girls who takes her time to explain things to you.  Some people, however nice, just aren't good teachers.  Working with her is going to make all the difference in the world. 

My birthday wasn't exceptional in any way...I'm just worn out but I did receive a lot of good wishes from many friends, far and wide, on Facebook and that was nice. 

I know the paperwork and appointments can be overwhelming but hopefully soon you'll have it all figured out and will be on the road to recovery. 

Blessings,

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on February 08, 2012, 07:47:33 am
Good morning Kim,

That's really great for you with working with 2 doctors you like and having the girl taking time to explain things.  That's more of an ease on nerves when you're new.  It seems that some businesses today expect you to know what to do when they first show you without giving you ample time to try it yourself.  Then many get impatient with you.  Ugh..   I'm glad your situation worked out for you.

I'm glad your son is okay.  After what happened with his eyes before, I know you were worried.  I hope the Zpak helps.

The weather changed its mind midweek and instead of staying in the 50s this week, it's going back up in the 60s.  This is some weird weather this winter. 

Hope you have a nice day at work.  Are you enjoying what you are doing?  Is it what you thought it might be?  Every time I go in for lab work now, I think of you learning all of that.

Have a nice evening, too, and time with your son!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on February 09, 2012, 01:19:52 am
Julie,

We got snow here yesterday and it was quite slippery as I made my way from the school to the doctor's office.  It had melted off the roads though by the time I was on my way home.  There is still snow on the grass and it's cold but no more accumulation this morning.  I've been so busy I haven't had time to watch the weather so I don't know what is in store the rest of the week.

JM's fiance got another job starting Tuesday and it's at the resthome where my SIL's mom is staying.  That will be nice because Angie will be able to follow up on Violet for us. 

I think I'm going to like working at this office, should they decide to keep me after internship is over.  I'm hoping I'll feel more comfortable with certain aspects as time goes by and I get my wings. 

JM was pretty tired last night and went to bed early.  The congestion in his head is breaking up and he is "drippy". 

More later .... off to play my games and get ready for another busy day. 

Kim  :dog:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: maxinmotion on February 09, 2012, 01:31:11 am
OMG, the weather was so warm and beautiful this morning (Wednesday) in Georgia,
and what do you know, by 5 pm it was getting COLD; Go figure that.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: wgcwoman05 on February 09, 2012, 02:21:17 am
Hello. I'm 26 years old and married. I am new to this site as well just starting today actually, hoping to start bringing in some extra cash soon. I am a stay at home mom, my daughter is 14 months and a wild cat lol. She's my life. As soon as I get the money coming in it's going on her, I make her home made outfits and hair-bows. ;D I can't wait. If you have any tips for using this site I would really appreciate them. I've done a few offers so far but haven't been credited keeping my fingers crossed though. This site seems amazing!!  :thumbsup:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on February 09, 2012, 03:23:07 pm
OMG, the weather was so warm and beautiful this morning (Wednesday) in Georgia,
and what do you know, by 5 pm it was getting COLD; Go figure that.

Maxine,

Good afternoon!  Our part in GA was chilly today.  It was in the lower 60s, but with the cloud cover and breeze, it felt cooler than that!  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on February 09, 2012, 03:36:47 pm
Hello. I'm 26 years old and married. I am new to this site as well just starting today actually, hoping to start bringing in some extra cash soon. I am a stay at home mom, my daughter is 14 months and a wild cat lol. She's my life. As soon as I get the money coming in it's going on her, I make her home made outfits and hair-bows. ;D I can't wait. If you have any tips for using this site I would really appreciate them. I've done a few offers so far but haven't been credited keeping my fingers crossed though. This site seems amazing!!  :thumbsup:

Hi and welcome to FC!  I hope you enjoy making new friends and earning some cash!  Your daughter sounds precious.  You are talented making her outfits and hair-bows - that's neat!  Our friend, Butterfly Wings (Dianna) on this page, makes hair bows and all kinds of things and even has a Facebook page.

On the front page of the Offers, if you click on the daily mail, they will send you a paid email once a day worth 2 cents.  Also on that page, there is a Paid to Click offer.  If you do that each day you can earn 15 cents a day. 

You can earn a bonus of $3.00 a month by posting 30 eligible posts right here in the Forum.  You can find that in the Forum Home Community page.  Also, each time you get paid for a month, if you post a scan of proof you were paid, you can earn a $1.00 bonus.

I would start out with the Paid to Click daily and the Paid Email daily so you can get used to those.  They have a questions link on the account page for help.  And on any page in this forum, up at the top, under your picture (upper left) there is a link for a tutorial that will be a great help for you.  These things will help you more with the monthly bonus and bonus for scanning proof of getting paid.

Good luck and enjoy earning and making friends!  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on February 09, 2012, 04:09:35 pm
Julie,

We got snow here yesterday and it was quite slippery as I made my way from the school to the doctor's office.  It had melted off the roads though by the time I was on my way home.  There is still snow on the grass and it's cold but no more accumulation this morning.  I've been so busy I haven't had time to watch the weather so I don't know what is in store the rest of the week.

JM's fiance got another job starting Tuesday and it's at the resthome where my SIL's mom is staying.  That will be nice because Angie will be able to follow up on Violet for us.  

I think I'm going to like working at this office, should they decide to keep me after internship is over.  I'm hoping I'll feel more comfortable with certain aspects as time goes by and I get my wings.  

JM was pretty tired last night and went to bed early.  The congestion in his head is breaking up and he is "drippy".  

More later .... off to play my games and get ready for another busy day.  

Kim  :dog:

Hi Kim,

Glad things were safe for you with the ice and snow.    That works with A getting a new job where Violet is.  I'm sure it will be a relief knowing someone can keep an eye on her more often.  I hope things go well with the new job.  I'm glad JM is improving, too.  I'm glad he was there with you when this happened.

I'm just happy you are enjoying your internship where you have been assigned.  I hope it stays that way and that they will want you to stay there later.   :thumbsup:

The labwork shows no Lupus.  The next are chest x-rays to try and rule out Sarcoidosis (sp.)  I have that next week, along with an MRI for my neck and shoulder area.  The neck x-rays show what the doctor feels is cervical disc disease.  We'll know more with the MRI.  Then she'll set me up with a chiropractor and/or physical therapy.

Okay, closing out for now.  See you tomorrow,

Julie   :cat:

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: maxinmotion on February 09, 2012, 04:54:06 pm
Hello. I'm 26 years old and married. I am new to this site as well just starting today actually, hoping to start bringing in some extra cash soon. I am a stay at home mom, my daughter is 14 months and a wild cat lol. She's my life. As soon as I get the money coming in it's going on her, I make her home made outfits and hair-bows. ;D I can't wait. If you have any tips for using this site I would really appreciate them. I've done a few offers so far but haven't been credited keeping my fingers crossed though. This site seems amazing!!  :thumbsup:

Hi and welcome to FC!  I hope you enjoy making new friends and earning some cash!  Your daughter sounds precious.  You are talented making her outfits and hair-bows - that's neat!  Our friend, Butterfly Wings (Dianna) on this page, makes hair bows and all kinds of things and even has a Facebook page.

On the front page of the Offers, if you click on the daily mail, they will send you a paid email once a day worth 2 cents.  Also on that page, there is a Paid to Click offer.  If you do that each day you can earn 15 cents a day. 

You can earn a bonus of $3.00 a month by posting 30 eligible posts right here in the Forum.  You can find that in the Forum Home Community page.  Also, each time you get paid for a month, if you post a scan of proof you were paid, you can earn a $1.00 bonus.

I would start out with the Paid to Click daily and the Paid Email daily so you can get used to those.  They have a questions link on the account page for help.  And on any page in this forum, up at the top, under your picture (upper left) there is a link for a tutorial that will be a great help for you.  These things will help you more with the monthly bonus and bonus for scanning proof of getting paid.

Good luck and enjoy earning and making friends!  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on February 10, 2012, 04:11:34 pm
Hi Kim,

Hope your Friday was good!  Do you have any plans this weekend?  Have a great couple of days off.

I went to the hospital to visit a friend who is dying from cancer.  She's my age and has been fighting this for about 2 years.  Before that she had a heart attack on the day of her dad's funeral.  She is a real trooper and an inspiration to her family and friends.

Talk to you later,

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: mary33716 on February 10, 2012, 06:24:44 pm
 wow we have alot in common i just finished medical assistant love to crochet and the best thing was going back to school at 48 for medical assistant so good luck we can chat anytime
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: wgcwoman05 on February 11, 2012, 12:46:11 am
Hello. I'm 26 years old and married. I am new to this site as well just starting today actually, hoping to start bringing in some extra cash soon. I am a stay at home mom, my daughter is 14 months and a wild cat lol. She's my life. As soon as I get the money coming in it's going on her, I make her home made outfits and hair-bows. ;D I can't wait. If you have any tips for using this site I would really appreciate them. I've done a few offers so far but haven't been credited keeping my fingers crossed though. This site seems amazing!!  :thumbsup:

Hi and welcome to FC!  I hope you enjoy making new friends and earning some cash!  Your daughter sounds precious.  You are talented making her outfits and hair-bows - that's neat!  Our friend, Butterfly Wings (Dianna) on this page, makes hair bows and all kinds of things and even has a Facebook page.

On the front page of the Offers, if you click on the daily mail, they will send you a paid email once a day worth 2 cents.  Also on that page, there is a Paid to Click offer.  If you do that each day you can earn 15 cents a day. 

You can earn a bonus of $3.00 a month by posting 30 eligible posts right here in the Forum.  You can find that in the Forum Home Community page.  Also, each time you get paid for a month, if you post a scan of proof you were paid, you can earn a $1.00 bonus.

I would start out with the Paid to Click daily and the Paid Email daily so you can get used to those.  They have a questions link on the account page for help.  And on any page in this forum, up at the top, under your picture (upper left) there is a link for a tutorial that will be a great help for you.  These things will help you more with the monthly bonus and bonus for scanning proof of getting paid.

Good luck and enjoy earning and making friends!  :)
Thank you so much, I really appreciate it. I am learning very quickly lol I think I'm doing pretty good for 3 days. I am super excited! I am LOVING it! Do you know if the whole paid to post thing starts counting the 30 days from the day you signed up or the 1st to the 30th??
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: ButterflyWings on February 11, 2012, 04:17:24 pm
 ;D Hello Ladies..Peeking in a for a few been swamped with orders all week and got a few to finish tomorrow night..and a Buy one get one 1/2 event on craft page so I am all over lol..Plus I found some dental insurance that may knock my price for teeth way down and make easier to do on us for money..Move is on hold till June better weather and the kids will be out of school so less stress on them..and gives us time to work on house a bit and sell it too so I am all okay with it waiting less stress for me and hubby too..I am glad to see all the posts and catching up when I can..Happy belated Birthday Kim..Alright back to the grind lol Love ya girls xoxoxo Dianna
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on February 11, 2012, 04:48:27 pm
;D Hello Ladies..Peeking in a for a few been swamped with orders all week and got a few to finish tomorrow night..and a Buy one get one 1/2 event on craft page so I am all over lol..Plus I found some dental insurance that may knock my price for teeth way down and make easier to do on us for money..Move is on hold till June better weather and the kids will be out of school so less stress on them..and gives us time to work on house a bit and sell it too so I am all okay with it waiting less stress for me and hubby too..I am glad to see all the posts and catching up when I can..Happy belated Birthday Kim..Alright back to the grind lol Love ya girls xoxoxo Dianna

Thanks for the birthday greetings Dianna.  I saw you were having your sale today.  I'm glad you are doing so well with your crafts. 

It's always nice to hear from you. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on February 11, 2012, 04:51:01 pm
Hi ladies,

Just popping in to say hello.  I've been so busy with homework and gaming that I didn't even get in here yesterday.  I'm having a problem getting cashed out as I don't have enough qualified offers even though I have enough money total. 

I hope everyone is doing well.

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on February 11, 2012, 07:04:29 pm
Hello. I'm 26 years old and married. I am new to this site as well just starting today actually, hoping to start bringing in some extra cash soon. I am a stay at home mom, my daughter is 14 months and a wild cat lol. She's my life. As soon as I get the money coming in it's going on her, I make her home made outfits and hair-bows. ;D I can't wait. If you have any tips for using this site I would really appreciate them. I've done a few offers so far but haven't been credited keeping my fingers crossed though. This site seems amazing!!  :thumbsup:

Hi and welcome to FC!  I hope you enjoy making new friends and earning some cash!  Your daughter sounds precious.  You are talented making her outfits and hair-bows - that's neat!  Our friend, Butterfly Wings (Dianna) on this page, makes hair bows and all kinds of things and even has a Facebook page.

On the front page of the Offers, if you click on the daily mail, they will send you a paid email once a day worth 2 cents.  Also on that page, there is a Paid to Click offer.  If you do that each day you can earn 15 cents a day. 

You can earn a bonus of $3.00 a month by posting 30 eligible posts right here in the Forum.  You can find that in the Forum Home Community page.  Also, each time you get paid for a month, if you post a scan of proof you were paid, you can earn a $1.00 bonus.

I would start out with the Paid to Click daily and the Paid Email daily so you can get used to those.  They have a questions link on the account page for help.  And on any page in this forum, up at the top, under your picture (upper left) there is a link for a tutorial that will be a great help for you.  These things will help you more with the monthly bonus and bonus for scanning proof of getting paid.

Good luck and enjoy earning and making friends!  :)
Thank you so much, I really appreciate it. I am learning very quickly lol I think I'm doing pretty good for 3 days. I am super excited! I am LOVING it! Do you know if the whole paid to post thing starts counting the 30 days from the day you signed up or the 1st to the 30th??

From the 1st thru the 30th.  I try to check around the 25th and make sure I've got the 30 eligible posts and will go ahead and turn it in.  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on February 11, 2012, 07:07:05 pm
;D Hello Ladies..Peeking in a for a few been swamped with orders all week and got a few to finish tomorrow night..and a Buy one get one 1/2 event on craft page so I am all over lol..Plus I found some dental insurance that may knock my price for teeth way down and make easier to do on us for money..Move is on hold till June better weather and the kids will be out of school so less stress on them..and gives us time to work on house a bit and sell it too so I am all okay with it waiting less stress for me and hubby too..I am glad to see all the posts and catching up when I can..Happy belated Birthday Kim..Alright back to the grind lol Love ya girls xoxoxo Dianna

Hey Dianna,

Always great to hear from you.  That's a great idea waiting till school is out.  Makes it easier for the kids.  Have a nice weekend!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on February 11, 2012, 07:09:13 pm
Hi ladies,

Just popping in to say hello.  I've been so busy with homework and gaming that I didn't even get in here yesterday.  I'm having a problem getting cashed out as I don't have enough qualified offers even though I have enough money total. 

I hope everyone is doing well.

Kim

Miss you.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on February 12, 2012, 02:02:37 pm
Kim,

I hope your Sunday is a nice day for you.  Winter is finally here - down in the 20s at night and 40s in the day.  Hope all is okay.

Julie  :cat:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: ButterflyWings on February 12, 2012, 04:52:39 pm
Hello Girlies..Weekend coming to a close and now slowed down for now..Sponsored a few giveaways to help with buzz for page which means I need to knock out crafts as much as possible lol..It still hitting me this is happening lol I never thought it would have been doing as well as it has I mean so far I am breaking even with a little extra cash but still my stuff is selling lol..And Kim you are so welcome for your birthday wish hun..Sorry I missed i..I miss you guys so much..I am having same problem I have to many bonuses and need more offers to cash out so gonna try to take a day this week to do all the offers I can..Other than that things are good got a cold so does Hubby and oldest daughter blech not to horrible though..Thanks for all the coments Julie it means the world to me..Well off to check some more things out and relax tonight I did crafts all day lol..Night lovely ladies Hope tomorrow brings great blessings and smiles..much Love Dianna :heart:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on February 13, 2012, 11:24:24 am
Hey Kim,

Here's hoping you are doing okay - it's totally not the same when you are out.  Hope interning and classes go well for you this week. 

Talk to you later,

Julie   :cat:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on February 13, 2012, 11:27:59 am
Hello Girlies..Weekend coming to a close and now slowed down for now..Sponsored a few giveaways to help with buzz for page which means I need to knock out crafts as much as possible lol..It still hitting me this is happening lol I never thought it would have been doing as well as it has I mean so far I am breaking even with a little extra cash but still my stuff is selling lol..And Kim you are so welcome for your birthday wish hun..Sorry I missed i..I miss you guys so much..I am having same problem I have to many bonuses and need more offers to cash out so gonna try to take a day this week to do all the offers I can..Other than that things are good got a cold so does Hubby and oldest daughter blech not to horrible though..Thanks for all the coments Julie it means the world to me..Well off to check some more things out and relax tonight I did crafts all day lol..Night lovely ladies Hope tomorrow brings great blessings and smiles..much Love Dianna :heart:

Hi Dianna,

Sorry to hear you all have colds and hope all feel better quick.  Hopefully no one else will get sick.  I'm really glad your craft page is doing well - it sounds like it won't be long until you break more than even with that extra cash!!!  Keep it up!  Have a super week!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: ButterflyWings on February 13, 2012, 05:40:41 pm
Thanks so much Julie..some of us are doing fine with colds others ( my husband) are being a baby lol..Yeah I think the giveaways and auction I am doing will definitely help me get buzz..I made some more stuff tonight yet my phone was being a pain so cannot post till it lets me which has got me annoyed lol..Well off to rest big day of grocery shopping and also Valentines day..Hope you all have a wonderful day tomorrow and a great rest of the night much love xoxoxo Dianna
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on February 14, 2012, 05:51:42 am
Julie,

I know I've been quiet.  Things are hectic.  My son is here with me this week.  I'll write later.

Kim
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Post by: jcribb16 on February 14, 2012, 10:29:48 am
Kim,

Happy Valentine's Day!   :heart:
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Post by: jcribb16 on February 14, 2012, 10:30:49 am
Happy Valentine's Day to all!   :heart:
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Post by: maxinmotion on February 14, 2012, 04:35:10 pm
Happy Valentine's Day to all! Another rainy day in Georgia. Hope all is well with you all.

I have been very busy, my financial class has started at my church, this is the second year and it is going very well. We are learning marketing techniques right now. The class is based on scripture. Every class member have to sell themselves next Sunday, it was fun hearing about the different businesses that we are in.

Now Faith Profits us all!!!
 
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Post by: golotomer on February 15, 2012, 01:46:01 am
Happy Valentine's Day to all! Another rainy day in Georgia. Hope all is well with you all.

I have been very busy, my financial class has started at my church, this is the second year and it is going very well. We are learning marketing techniques right now. The class is based on scripture. Every class member have to sell themselves next Sunday, it was fun hearing about the different businesses that we are in.

Now Faith Profits us all!!!
 

What a neat idea Maxine.  It sounds like fun.  More fun than the applied finance course I'm taking right now at school!

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Post by: golotomer on February 15, 2012, 01:48:13 am
Kim,

Happy Valentine's Day!   :heart:

I hope yours was a good one too.  Mine came and went without much ado.  I bought a pizza for my son and myself.  Didn't mail one card and only gave verbal greetings to my daughters and grand-kids.  Mood isn't festive.

Rainy and cold here. 

Kim
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Post by: maxinmotion on February 15, 2012, 02:53:27 am
I would like to know what state we all live in, I live in Georgia. In my mailorder business I always like to receive mail from my fellow Georgians. It puts a little fun in the business.
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Post by: jcribb16 on February 15, 2012, 06:55:58 pm
Happy Valentine's Day to all! Another rainy day in Georgia. Hope all is well with you all.

I have been very busy, my financial class has started at my church, this is the second year and it is going very well. We are learning marketing techniques right now. The class is based on scripture. Every class member have to sell themselves next Sunday, it was fun hearing about the different businesses that we are in.

Now Faith Profits us all!!!
 

Your class sounds really neat!  Have fun next Sunday with that!  Hope this week is going well for you.  :)
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Post by: jcribb16 on February 15, 2012, 07:03:15 pm
Kim,

Happy Valentine's Day!   :heart:

I hope yours was a good one too.  Mine came and went without much ado.  I bought a pizza for my son and myself.  Didn't mail one card and only gave verbal greetings to my daughters and grand-kids.  Mood isn't festive.

Rainy and cold here. 

Kim

I didn't mail any this year nor call anyone.  Only us 4 here in our home had pizza here and gave each other candy and a card.  It was nice with that.

With my appts, out of town today, I thought it very strange that DIL was following me twice and went on her way around me when I'd turn into the drs. office and the hospital entrance.   They are both in the area that we all lived in before we moved.  Her parents live in that area, too.

I did get my tests and asthma infusions done.  I had a reflux attack at the drs. office - and ended up also having an ekg - because she wanted to make sure it wasn't my heart.  The reflux triggered an asthma attack there, too.   The ekg was kind of okay - but she wants me to go to a cardiologist for a more in depth test.  I don't want any more tests right now.  I've gone thru so many lately and can't handle the idea that there's a new thing to look at now.  The dr. (also a personal friend) must have hugged me 3 or 4 times and asked me to please trust her on this.  I'm waiting a least a month, though - she did say within 2 to 4 weeks.

Thoroughly tired out and weak tonight.  With the normal puny from the shots, and then the other stuff done - it was a lot for me.  Hope you are doing okay.  Maybe we'll cross paths tomorrow. 

Later friend,

Julie  :)
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Post by: maxinmotion on February 16, 2012, 02:33:48 am
I know that we are all busy here, but when any of you get a moment to spare can you give me some suggestions on how not to be nervous speaking in front of a room full of people. Especially people you know.
Hi Everybody,

I am trying to promote my advertising business to a group of people at my church. I have to speak for 1 whole minute which seems like such a long time, lol.  If you want to make it fun, you can give me a 1 minute speach and I will post Sunday night which one I used.

My main focus is on getting the word out about new businesses, small businesses and home businesses. Just getting the word out about businesses. So far this is what I am practicing:

"Hi My name is Maxine, I noticed you have some advertisements on your car. I have an advertising business called xxxxxxxx and I would love to give you some pro bono advertising if you care to advertise. Most of my clients say that they receive a 90% increase in foot traffic after I put multiple thousands of circulars in their business area. Here is my card, if you decide to advertise give me a call".

Please feel free to critique this, and thanks in advance for your help.  I was not sure if I could put the name of my business, I don't want anybody getting in trouble trying to help me. If I say or do something wrong please let me know, I am so new at the forum thing!
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Post by: golotomer on February 16, 2012, 04:18:21 am
Max,

They say to picture the audience naked but I just can't muster up that thought.  I'm taking communications too and have to give speeches, one today as a matter of fact, so I'm nervous about it too. 

I'm older than the rest of the group though so I just think of them as sweet little puppies and go about my old lady business. 

Hello to everyone.  In a hurry as usual.  Have a wonderful day.
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Post by: jcribb16 on February 16, 2012, 02:49:26 pm
Not well today - from my shots.  Hope all of you, and Kim, are having a nice and productive day.  :)
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Post by: golotomer on February 17, 2012, 01:44:21 am
Oh Julie...sorry about you not feeling well and sorry about the loss of your friend too. 

Hoping the best for everyone.

Kim
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Post by: maxinmotion on February 17, 2012, 05:03:09 am
Hi Julie, I hope you feel better soon. I fell about 6 months ago and pulled a muscle in my thigh. I moved a cinder block and a really fast blue snake came from under it. I should have known better than to go out in the rain to collect stuff to build a house for a pig. Yeah a pig! You know those clogs people ware everywhere, well that is what I had on; when I turned to run one leg went to the east and the other went west,lol. We ended up getting a large dog house for her.

Here is the kicker!!! Yesterday I was in the kitchen and looked out the window and the pig was rooting very strangely so I decided to go see what she had found. Well, I had a flashback to when I fell fooling with her before. I looked at my feet and said "oh my these are the shoes I had on when I fell the last time" so silly me said to myself, well I wont be moving anything so I should be ok. Can you guess what happened? That's right, it was raining and I fell again. I told Nellie (the pig) "I don't know if something is wrong with me or you". Just in case somebody saw me fall, I kept talking to the pig as if she was going to help me. Because I had no plans on going anywhere I had on white sweats and a white t-shirt. Needless to say, I was full of mud, but not hurt. Thank God. ;D
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Post by: jcribb16 on February 17, 2012, 08:30:12 am
Hi Julie, I hope you feel better soon. I fell about 6 months ago and pulled a muscle in my thigh. I moved a cinder block and a really fast blue snake came from under it. I should have known better than to go out in the rain to collect stuff to build a house for a pig. Yeah a pig! You know those clogs people ware everywhere, well that is what I had on; when I turned to run one leg went to the east and the other went west,lol. We ended up getting a large dog house for her.

Here is the kicker!!! Yesterday I was in the kitchen and looked out the window and the pig was rooting very strangely so I decided to go see what she had found. Well, I had a flashback to when I fell fooling with her before. I looked at my feet and said "oh my these are the shoes I had on when I fell the last time" so silly me said to myself, well I wont be moving anything so I should be ok. Can you guess what happened? That's right, it was raining and I fell again. I told Nellie (the pig) "I don't know if something is wrong with me or you". Just in case somebody saw me fall, I kept talking to the pig as if she was going to help me. Because I had no plans on going anywhere I had on white sweats and a white t-shirt. Needless to say, I was full of mud, but not hurt. Thank God. ;D

Goodness Maxine,  I'm glad and relieved you are okay.  You could have really hurt yourself pretty bad.  Sorry about that first fall - I'm glad the snake raced away instead of at you - I would have totally panicked myself.  Hope you aren't too sore from this current fall.

I like your name Nellie for your pig.  Thanks for the well wishes.  I'm always puny for a couple of days after my asthma infusions.  :)
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Post by: jcribb16 on February 17, 2012, 08:32:56 am
Oh Julie...sorry about you not feeling well and sorry about the loss of your friend too. 

Hoping the best for everyone.

Kim

Thank you for both.  Jena's funeral is tonight.  I'm still really off kilter today, including the neck pain clear down through my leg.  I really want to go, though. 

Hope things are better right now for you.  Talk to you later.

Julie  {{hugs}}
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Post by: golotomer on February 18, 2012, 07:20:09 am
Oh Maxine, I'm afraid I'd have done more than fall and pull a muscle if a snake startled me!  Mice and snakes don't typically scare me if I know they are there first but let one pop up unexpectedly and I scream like a little girl and it's hard telling what bones, muscles or underwear might suffer.  They say a sprain is sometimes worse than a break. 

You just keep on talking to that pig girlfriend.  She might have some words of wisdom that you can share with us on here.  Be sure to let us know. 

As to the name Nellie...well, my best friend, close as a real sister's, name is Nellie.  She hates her name.  She has a sister Della and we always would taunt them with either "the cow kicked nellie in the belly in the barn or Della Dawn what's that flower you have on".  Thankfully they never related a song to my name...which is Kim. 

Julie,,,,I'm just so sorry you are feeling so badly.  They gave me an allergy test the other day too but all I'm allergic to is dust and dust mites.  Just knowing that fact made me itch even more.  Aren't the series of shots supposed to make you progressively less allergic?  I guess I don't understand all that much yet but there is a girl in our office who deals strictly with allergies.  She is off sking in Denver this week but I intend to spend more time with her and ask her about her skills.  I think I'd enjoy doing what she does.  Let me know if you have any questions you'd like her to answer...free! 

Kim
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Post by: jcribb16 on February 18, 2012, 09:24:46 am
Hi Kim,

Thanks for the offer of free answers - I may just take you up on that, lol.  I'm doing better today.  The shots really are working - it's been a little at a time - but they're working.  It's just the couple of days afterward that I feel puny.  With the other pain I have, it just seemed a lot worse.  But with the shots, I haven't had bronchitis for several months!!  The amount and severity of coughing has also lessened; not gone but an improvement.  I have used the nebulizer way less; my inhaler I still use about the same.  Overall, though, they are definitely helping me a lot.  So, I don't mind the couple of puny days when they are helping me!  :)    :thumbsup:

I have my SSDI lung function test Monday morning at the hospital.  And I faxed my latest (Degenerative Disc Disease) results to my SSDI case worker to update my files.

I've started meeting, by phone once a week for a month, with a "Life coach" to help me with the "emotional and situational" (lowness) that we both have been dealing with.  With all of the health issues and tests going on; stress of financial difficulties; my son situation - my screening shows a definite need for this.  After the month, it will probably merge into what you do with meeting someone.  The meds only help with some of it - but not all of it.  I wasn't going to, but decided I'd better for the sake of my health and my family.  Plus, you are an inspiration with what you are going through and meet with someone - so I agreed.  I'm kind of relieved now that I agreed.  We had our first phone meeting yesterday to do the screenings and evaluations.

How are you doing?  How is your son doing?  I hope he's feeling better. 

That sounds interesting with the allergy testing.  I can't stand having it done (twice now) with so many pricks and all; and I honestly don't know if I could handle doing the pricking either, lol.  I'm a wimp about needles, boo hoo!!   :'(    How are things going with your classes and interning?  I hope you are getting the rest you need, too.

Please take care of you, treat yourself special this weekend, and hopefully we can talk again soon!

Julie  :)    :cat:
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Post by: golotomer on February 19, 2012, 01:48:46 am
Julie,

I'm glad you are feeling some better and that the shots do seem to be making an improvement.  Meeting with a life coach seems interesting.  I have a friend that does that and I've thought about working with her.  You'll have to let me know what tips your person is giving you. 

I took my son back to his girlfriends family Friday night.  He had stopped the one medication and was some better except that he was sleeping a lot more and getting grouchy. 

I spent yesterday cleaning the house and doing laundry.  More of the same today but I'm going to take a run to the grocery store this morning and then hunker down for some homework.  We're supposed to have a winter storm heading this way.  My daughter, in Beckley, WV, could get 6-10 inches.  I'm not sure what they are calling for in our area yet but want to have a few staples in before the weather gets bad.  I don't have school Monday morning but will be interning in the afternoon.  Bob should be home on Tuesday. 

Classes are going pretty well.  I'm really enjoying our Communications class.  It's like seeing the movie Larry Crowne. 

As to treating myself special this weekend...I plan on taking a soaking oil bath to soften up my feet.  Ahhhhh....there is nothing like a hot bath to soothe the soul. 

Kim
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Post by: ButterflyWings on February 19, 2012, 07:13:41 pm
The peeker is back lol..Sorry I have barely had much time after us all being sick I have been busy making new crafts and running page..Kinda got discouraged the other day cause most my sales are friends which makes me feel like only my friends will buy from me..I get like this sometimes second guess myself..I know I need to have patience but its hard..Any way wanted to say Hello to you all miss ya much love ~Dianna~
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Post by: richcrutch on February 19, 2012, 07:33:41 pm
Hello!! I am 65 and live in Spokane, WA. Retired Air Force. Presently drive tour buses for a living, even though i feel like i'm not working. Get to see a bunch of great place and stay in hotel's that i could never afford to stay in on my nickel. Have three grown son's who live in the South. I have a daughter who lives with me and her mother. I love to walk, read, fish and camp. Life is short so i try to live it to the fullest. If i lived where Old Buddy lived I'd join the barbershop quartet and sing with him. Still like to sing 1st tenor. Also active in my church and love to share Jesus whenever i can.
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Post by: jcribb16 on February 19, 2012, 09:11:39 pm
Julie,

I'm glad you are feeling some better and that the shots do seem to be making an improvement.  Meeting with a life coach seems interesting.  I have a friend that does that and I've thought about working with her.  You'll have to let me know what tips your person is giving you. 

I took my son back to his girlfriends family Friday night.  He had stopped the one medication and was some better except that he was sleeping a lot more and getting grouchy. 

I spent yesterday cleaning the house and doing laundry.  More of the same today but I'm going to take a run to the grocery store this morning and then hunker down for some homework.  We're supposed to have a winter storm heading this way.  My daughter, in Beckley, WV, could get 6-10 inches.  I'm not sure what they are calling for in our area yet but want to have a few staples in before the weather gets bad.  I don't have school Monday morning but will be interning in the afternoon.  Bob should be home on Tuesday. 

Classes are going pretty well.  I'm really enjoying our Communications class.  It's like seeing the movie Larry Crowne. 

As to treating myself special this weekend...I plan on taking a soaking oil bath to soften up my feet.  Ahhhhh....there is nothing like a hot bath to soothe the soul. 

Kim

I hope everything goes well with your son.  Be careful with the weather when driving and hope things don't get too bad. 

I'm glad you are enjoying the Communications class - sounds interesting.

Hope you enjoyed the oil bath - I will probably do that myself later.

I have my lung function test in the morning with SSDI. 

Have a nice Monday - talk to you some more later.

Julie  :)
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Post by: golotomer on February 20, 2012, 06:53:10 am
Julie,

I didn't get my bath after all.  I worked on home work and cooking all day.  I cooked a bunch of chicken and beef and froze it so I could make quick meals this week.

My son called last night and I picked him up again.  I didn't have school this morning but do need to go to intern this afternoon. 

Hurrying as usual.  Let me know how your lung function test goes.

Kim
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Post by: jcribb16 on February 20, 2012, 10:29:05 pm
The peeker is back lol..Sorry I have barely had much time after us all being sick I have been busy making new crafts and running page..Kinda got discouraged the other day cause most my sales are friends which makes me feel like only my friends will buy from me..I get like this sometimes second guess myself..I know I need to have patience but its hard..Any way wanted to say Hello to you all miss ya much love ~Dianna~

It's always great to see you whenever you pop or peek in, lol!!  Keep hanging in there - your sales are doing well - hopefully more will help out when the word is spread more.  I agree, patience is hard!!  Take care of yourself!  :)
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Post by: jcribb16 on February 20, 2012, 10:35:04 pm
Hello!! I am 65 and live in Spokane, WA. Retired Air Force. Presently drive tour buses for a living, even though i feel like i'm not working. Get to see a bunch of great place and stay in hotel's that i could never afford to stay in on my nickel. Have three grown son's who live in the South. I have a daughter who lives with me and her mother. I love to walk, read, fish and camp. Life is short so i try to live it to the fullest. If i lived where Old Buddy lived I'd join the barbershop quartet and sing with him. Still like to sing 1st tenor. Also active in my church and love to share Jesus whenever i can.

Hi and welcome!  First, let me thank you for all you have done for our country and our freedoms when in the Air Force.  We greatly appreciate all you sacrificed to serve for your country.  I had a cousin who drove tour buses in Washington, D.C. for many years after retiring from the Navy.  He loved it!  I have 2 grown sons (one in the Navy, married with 2 granddaughters; one in the school system) and a grown daughter (in the school system.)  I love reading, walking, and camping.  Fishing is okay - just haven't done as much in several years.  My dad used to own a shrimp boat when I was growing up - that was a lot of fun getting to go shrimping.  I direct a Kid's Choir and a Kid's Handbell Choir at church, and majored in Music Ed.  I love Barbershop quartets, for sure!  Hope to see you again!  :)
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Post by: jcribb16 on February 20, 2012, 10:39:58 pm
Julie,

I didn't get my bath after all.  I worked on home work and cooking all day.  I cooked a bunch of chicken and beef and froze it so I could make quick meals this week.

My son called last night and I picked him up again.  I didn't have school this morning but do need to go to intern this afternoon. 

Hurrying as usual.  Let me know how your lung function test goes.

Kim

Hi Kim,

I hope all is okay with your son with him coming back again. 

I'm so glad that lung function test is over!  I did have some struggles with a couple of the test because of either too short of breaths, gagging, or coughing midstream, even though I tried hard not too.  It took several tries on two of the tests - which was harder then, because my air was so shallow after the misses.  Anyway, glad it's done and I heard it may be a month before hearing back.

Hope you are doing okay, yourself.  Have a nice Tuesday - Bob should be back, I think you mentioned. 

Talk to you later,

Julie  :)
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Post by: golotomer on February 21, 2012, 01:46:01 am
Julie,

I'm glad your tests are over. 

Bob got home this morning at 3 a.m.  He drove straight through. 

My son is saying he will stay here now until they get an apartment.  I took him to buy shoes yesterday.  His were worn out.  His birthday is March 7 to I told him this was his early birthday gift. 

Hi to Dianna and Rich.  Thanks for stopping by.  I'm so glad Julie is picking up the slack for me in here.  I'm stretched to the limit for time these days.  I started a daily meditation that will last 3 weeks too so that's another 15 minutes a day I had to squeeze into the schedule.  I keep telling myself it's only six more months until I graduate and I'll see a normal eight to ten our day again. 

See ya later. 

Kim
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Post by: maxinmotion on February 21, 2012, 04:39:02 am
Max,

They say to picture the audience naked but I just can't muster up that thought.  I'm taking communications too and have to give speeches, one today as a matter of fact, so I'm nervous about it too. 

I'm older than the rest of the group though so I just think of them as sweet little puppies and go about my old lady business. 

Hello to everyone.  In a hurry as usual.  Have a wonderful day.

Hi Kim,

I practiced all week long to be prepared for my 1 minute elevated speech and it is postponed until next Sunday. But we went over so many other things and had to state why "my" business is important and what would I do with $50,000 if it was handed to me right now. Even participating in those little things get me nervous but I pulled it off. 

I should be ready for next Sunday. But this week's home work is a small challenge. I have to tell what make my company different from everyone else, give 5 objectives 5 challenges and 5 outcomes of raising money. Come up with a logo and slogan all of which has to be emailed to her Wednesday (tomorrow). I will do it. I think the hardest part would be putting the logo and slogan together.

More later, Maxine
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Post by: maxinmotion on February 21, 2012, 04:54:12 am
Hi all,

Any ideas on a slogan for an advertising company with open clouds in the name or a logo. I am thinking something like a cloud with the words "Sowing & Reaping" dropping down from it. Any ideas for one or both.

Thanks
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Post by: jcribb16 on February 21, 2012, 06:10:47 pm
Kim,

I'm glad to hear from you.  You said something about meditation.  My life coach spoke to me some about that today.  There are a couple of websites I have to look thru first before trying.

Hope all goes well with your son there.  Of course, still nothing from mine.

Just think: 6 more months and regular hours!!!  You are just about there!!!  Keep your chin up and prepare to finally cross the finish line! 

Hope your week is going nice,

Julie  {{Hugs}}
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Post by: golotomer on February 22, 2012, 03:59:22 am
Julie,

The meditation I'm doing is only on the third day.  I'll see if I can send you an invite and you can catch up.

Kim
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Post by: ButterflyWings on February 22, 2012, 03:32:42 pm
Hello hello lol sorry with my giveaway opening on page I have been so busy..and my oldest daughter has been having issues with back pain,dizziness and headaches still waiting to see what is causing it was in Er all day Tuesday and got no answer besides may be virus take her to her doctor well gee thanks lol so now shes home till Tuesday till she is seen..Hope all is okay back to checking page Love ya girls xoxoxo Dianna
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Post by: jcribb16 on February 22, 2012, 04:58:15 pm
Hello hello lol sorry with my giveaway opening on page I have been so busy..and my oldest daughter has been having issues with back pain,dizziness and headaches still waiting to see what is causing it was in Er all day Tuesday and got no answer besides may be virus take her to her doctor well gee thanks lol so now shes home till Tuesday till she is seen..Hope all is okay back to checking page Love ya girls xoxoxo Dianna

Dianna,

So sorry about your daughter.  Hope you find out what's messing with her so she can have something to help her feel better.  You definitely sound pretty busy with everything!  Keep us posted, okay?

Julie  :)
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Post by: jcribb16 on February 22, 2012, 04:59:54 pm
Julie,

The meditation I'm doing is only on the third day.  I'll see if I can send you an invite and you can catch up.

Kim

That sounds great!  My Life Coach called me yesterday and gave me a couple of websites to check out regarding meditation, too.

Hope you are doing okay.  Talk later.

Julie  ((hugs))
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Post by: golotomer on February 23, 2012, 01:57:26 am
Julie,

Did you get the email I sent with the Chopra meditation?  I'd be curious to hear some of the stuff your coach is telling you.  If I had the time and money I'd love to work with someone one on one in that manor.  I have a friend on FB, Lori Miller, that is a coach.  She grew up with me in my hometown. 

Later,

Kim
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Post by: ButterflyWings on February 23, 2012, 10:39:01 am
Hello hello lol sorry with my giveaway opening on page I have been so busy..and my oldest daughter has been having issues with back pain,dizziness and headaches still waiting to see what is causing it was in Er all day Tuesday and got no answer besides may be virus take her to her doctor well gee thanks lol so now shes home till Tuesday till she is seen..Hope all is okay back to checking page Love ya girls xoxoxo Dianna

Dianna,

So sorry about your daughter.  Hope you find out what's messing with her so she can have something to help her feel better.  You definitely sound pretty busy with everything!  Keep us posted, okay?

Julie  :)


Thanks Julie hun..I hope so too I am counting down till Tue so i can know she seems better today..Yeah I have been so swamped started adding my crafts with prices to Pinterest too..Feel free for any of you that have my craft page on facebook to enter the giveaways just like the page who is giving the prize you want to win and comment on it and when its over ya may win something..All info on prizes are with the pictures in the 500 fan celebration album..Today I am resting a bit before back to work on the page and stuff for it..Been trying to post something new every few days if possible..Well miss ya my girls I hope all is well much love ~Di~
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Post by: jcribb16 on February 23, 2012, 11:05:04 am
Hello hello lol sorry with my giveaway opening on page I have been so busy..and my oldest daughter has been having issues with back pain,dizziness and headaches still waiting to see what is causing it was in Er all day Tuesday and got no answer besides may be virus take her to her doctor well gee thanks lol so now shes home till Tuesday till she is seen..Hope all is okay back to checking page Love ya girls xoxoxo Dianna

Dianna,

So sorry about your daughter.  Hope you find out what's messing with her so she can have something to help her feel better.  You definitely sound pretty busy with everything!  Keep us posted, okay?

Julie  :)


Thanks Julie hun..I hope so too I am counting down till Tue so i can know she seems better today..Yeah I have been so swamped started adding my crafts with prices to Pinterest too..Feel free for any of you that have my craft page on facebook to enter the giveaways just like the page who is giving the prize you want to win and comment on it and when its over ya may win something..All info on prizes are with the pictures in the 500 fan celebration album..Today I am resting a bit before back to work on the page and stuff for it..Been trying to post something new every few days if possible..Well miss ya my girls I hope all is well much love ~Di~

Hi Dianna,

I'm glad she's doing some better today.  Thanks for letting me know about the craft page giveaways page.  Hope you doing well!

Julie :)
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Post by: jcribb16 on February 23, 2012, 11:16:02 am
Julie,

Did you get the email I sent with the Chopra meditation?  I'd be curious to hear some of the stuff your coach is telling you.  If I had the time and money I'd love to work with someone one on one in that manor.  I have a friend on FB, Lori Miller, that is a coach.  She grew up with me in my hometown. 

Later,

Kim

Hi Kim,
No, I haven't received the email.  I double-checked, too.  This life coach is through a benefit with my health insurance.  I've been with an asthma coach registered nurse for 2 years now through it - she calls every 3 months.  Now I've got the Dietician Coach and the Life Coach - nice benefits, right?  And they are extremely nice, understanding, and compassionate.  I'll be glad to share with you what she's told me so far, along with links she's given me to work on and research ways of coping, meditation, etc.  I'll send thru email and/or we could talk per phone!  That's neat you know one personally.

I'll check again a little later.  Hope your son is okay.

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on February 24, 2012, 01:45:26 am
Good morning all,

Dianna, Glad your daughter is on the path to recovery.

Julie, I'll resend the link to the meditation.  Yes I'd be really interested in the links to the things your coach has sent you. 

More later...another busy day here. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on February 24, 2012, 01:48:29 am
Don't forget, this is a short month so you have to get a few more posts on the forum to meet your 30 in a month. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on February 24, 2012, 10:12:23 am
Hi Kim,

Thank you for the birthday wishes on FB.  (Dianna - thank you, too!)

Thanks for re-sending the link - I'll check my email in a bit.  I'll get mine ready to send to you, too.

Hope your day is productive and that you have a great one.

Julie 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on February 25, 2012, 07:15:17 pm
 :cat:  Hope everyone is having a nice weekend. :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on February 26, 2012, 01:30:16 am
Snowy weekend here.  Busy too.  Ran my son back to his girlfriends house yesterday and it just kind of blew the day for me.  Today HAS to be more productive. 

Hope everyone is well.

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on February 26, 2012, 04:13:30 pm
Hi Kim,

Hope today is going better time-wise for you.  Thank you for the email.  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on February 27, 2012, 01:45:32 am
Julie,

Yes I finally caught up with homework and laundry.  I had three PowerPoints to do for my communications class.  If you are able to receive and open PPS files I could send a couple of them to you.  You could learn a bit about kart racing and our trip to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.  lol.  The other one was on Spring.  We had to do one with just simple sentences. 

The weather has cleared up some.  I'm fighting what I think is a sinus infection so have been dosing up on OTC's and sleeping more than normal. 

Hope all is well with you. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on February 27, 2012, 10:23:12 am

Kim,

That's great!  I'd be happy if I could catch up on laundry, lol, but I'm working on it.  And I do remember the satisfaction of knowing my homework had been caught up.

I would love to try the PPS files - that would be neat learning about the kart racing, not to mention seeing the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame!  Next best thing to actually being there, right?  Lol!

It's rainy and cool here.  We do need the rain, though.  I hope your sinus infection clears up quick. 

I'm doing okay - just the usual.  :)

Have a great week!

Julie    :cat:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: mjdoug03 on February 27, 2012, 11:26:56 am
I'm frugal as well!  My husband says I'm the cheapest person he knows.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on February 28, 2012, 03:10:32 pm
MJDoug,

I apologize to no-one for being frugal.  Have you ever read the book Voluntary Simplicity?  I have been paring down for years and continue to do so when possible.  I love pinching a penny until old Abe Lincoln squeals.  It's a game with me. 

Kim
Title: Power point files
Post by: golotomer on February 28, 2012, 03:17:09 pm
Julie,

The power points I did were very simple.  The first one was supposed to be simple sentences.  The second and third contained a couple of paragraphs but nothing fancy and we were to do less than 10 slides each.  I'll shoot them out to you.  I'm so busy I'm frustrated but it has to be done! 

My cousin sent me six emails today, each with three attachments of each containing over 35 pages.  A woman in our family had written a family genealogy book years ago and she died in the early 2000's.  It is supposed to be my task to cross-check her files, add the newer generations and republish the book.  I so want to do it but simply don't have the time until I graduate and even then it will be a huge endeavor.  Plus...this house needs major work done if I continue to stay here and I'll have to do one project at a time as time and money allows.  Yikes.  I need to find a decent job, work a normal 8 hour day and get my butt in gear. 

I feel a little better today but everyone at school is sneezing, sniffling and hacking and we just keep passing it around.  The office is full of people with colds and sinus infections too.  Bob is coming down with it now it seems. 

Well my dear I'm off for some down time to play my two Raven games and then I have to hit the books.  I have a pharmacology test tomorrow and have to practice some of the metric conversions for the same class.  I'm good at regular math but for some reason I can't grasp the metric system and everyone says it is so much easier.  My butt! 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on February 28, 2012, 06:53:46 pm
Hi Kim,

You are extremely busy.  I don't see how you can fit much more of anything in, especially with the genealogy right now.  That's an awful lot of pages and emails coming your way.  Unless someone can help you, you may have to wait until you can get to it later. 

I'm glad you feel better, but hope it doesn't come around your way again.  Hope Bob feels better, too.

Tomorrow, I'm taking Veronica to the hospital for a kidney blast.  We don't know what time yet - they called late today and said they would call in the morning or afternoon about 2 hours ahead of when she needs to come.  (We're about an hour away.)  That way they say she can rest more comfortably at home instead of in the chairs in the big waiting room area.  She can have clear liquids until 8:30 a.m. and then nothing.  I hope she won't have to wait too long - she's going to be mighty hungry and thirsty.

Roddy and I (and Adam and Veronica) are working together with our weight loss.  I've made it to 18 lbs. lost;  I'm so proud of Roddy - he has now lost 41 lbs!!!  His doctor is very happy with that, too, of course.  Why does it seem that men can lose more weight than women?  Lol, it is as it is.

Our neighbors who lost their home and pets in the fire, have 2 6-week old puppies.  They are so sweet and adorable.  I babysat them yesterday and today while she was at work.  They are so leery about leaving them alone.  She's off for a couple of days now, and then he will be off Friday.

I've tried to keep up a little more with the Ravenwood and Ravenskye requests - you should have noticed yesterday especially.

Alright, have a very nice Wednesday and a restful evening.  Talk to you later!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on February 29, 2012, 02:03:32 am
Julie,

Good for both of you on the weight loss.  I'm on the second week of drinking the shakes twice a day and haven't lost a thing.  I've done very little cheating.  I did have breakfast over the weekend and kind of shook up the routine but didn't eat overally much.  I figure if I can stick to the shakes 5 days a week it should make an improvement but....alas....nothing yet. 

What is the kidney blast for Veronica.  I guess that's a term I haven't encountered yet.  When it comes to ETN or allergies I'm picking up new information every day but the other body systems are still in the dark for me.

Big test today so I'm off to study. 

Take care and be careful on the roads.

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on February 29, 2012, 06:46:25 am
Hi Kim,

Good luck on your test! 

Keep hanging in there with the shakes - surely some weight will start dropping pretty quickly now, with being on the 2nd week.  :)

We still don't know the time for Veronica yet.  The procedure is actually called lithotripsy kidney stone procedure.  Hopefully the laser can blast the stone into smaller crushed pieces to make it easier for her to pass them.  If that doesn't work, they have other methods they use.  Thank goodness the laser usually works.

Take care and I'll talk more later!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on March 01, 2012, 01:54:13 am
Julie,

Oh yes, now I know what you're talking about.  Why does Veronica seem to have this problem repeatedly? 

How was your weather last night?  There were storms and tornado watches all around us but other than some wind and lightening we got through the night. 

I don't have the results from my test yet but it felt to me like I do okay.  More on that later. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on March 01, 2012, 06:17:13 pm
Hi Kim,

The weather wasn't so bad here as a couple of days ago.  I was worried about you up there when I heard about that tornado and the damage in Harrisburg (I think that was where?)  How close are you to there?  I have a friend about 3 hours from Branson, MO, and she was scared to death hoping it wasn't headed their way, and worried about family members there.  They were okay, though, thank goodness.

It ended up Veronica had a bi-lateral lithotripsy.  She had stones on both sides.  She has to collect pieces passed so they can evaluate these.  The last ones were calcium and oxylate (sp), and she has had to cut her tea pretty much out.  So why these now?  Hopefully we'll know more later.

She's pretty sore today and is out today and tomorrow, along with the weekend.  She's on percoset when needed, for pain.  I've made her drink a lot of light colored juices and water.

Hope you are doing okay.  Thinking about you up there!  Talk to you tomorrow!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on March 02, 2012, 01:36:46 am
Julie,

Hope Veronica is feeling better today.  Poor kid. 

Harrisburg is quite a distance from  us.  PA is a big state and especially from East to West.  We are on the far upper NW part and Harrisburg is about midway between NW and the Eastern border.  It's about an 11 hour drive.  We are closer to Pittsburgh/Erie and the lakes.   

My daughter in WV really was getting scared though as the tornado activity was all around them. 

I guess March came in like a lion. 

Kim

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on March 02, 2012, 02:24:53 pm
Kim,

You are right - March roared in pretty strong!  And there's more bad weather happening today and heading our way, as well.  Alabama and TN are getting it pretty rough.  I'm glad your daughter is okay.

Veronica's in some pain and still quite sore, but she is such a trooper.  She never complains, so when she does say she hurts, you know she hurts.  She's resting right now, and is on a pain pill, which is helping some.

So glad it's Friday - I know you must be!  Any plans?  Or catch up.  Both here.  We have a friend who is turning 16, so we're going to her "party" so-to-speak.  Dinner, movie, maybe bowling (not sure yet on that.)  She's such a sweet young lady.

I'm glad the tornadic activity missed you.  I was thinking about you!

Julie :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on March 03, 2012, 10:29:13 am
Julie,

We escaped the bad storms again but I know it was bad south of us. 

Catch up today.  Cleaned this morning and am about to hit the homework again.  I've been banging away at several of the quests again today too. 

Bob is between PA and OH today picking up karts and parts.  He leaves for Orlando again in the morning and will be gone two weeks.  This is the last of the two to three week stints for the winter.  The regular job at the local track will reopen in April. 

I'm applying for an internship under the Surgeon General's Office in DC.  Bob is encouraging me to go for it.  It's unlikely that I'll get it but if I did I would spend 3-4 weeks in DC.  I'm putting in the application today or Monday if I need some input from one of my instructors.

Glad Veronica is feeling some better.  Tell her I said hi and hugs. 

Have fun at the party/bowling. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on March 03, 2012, 05:28:28 pm
Hi Kim,

The party was changed.  The weather was so bad here.  It's still raining pretty steady tonight, with some minor flooding happening.  There were a couple of tornadoes within a couple of miles here.  Someone managed to get a picture of one of them - they included it on the local news.  There were a couple of other pictures, as well, of some flooding happening.  I don't mind the rain tonight; just glad there will be no more tornadoes tonight. 

Veronica's in much pain today.  She took a pain pill.  Then later, her back was spasming in the area where the stones were/are, so I rubbed her back for awhile and she took a muscle relaxer.  I have the heating pad if she wants it.

I'm glad you got to catch up today with some things.  Hey!  That's wonderful that you are applying for and internship in DC!!  I really do hope you get approved - that would be a neat experience!  Let me know!

Hope you have a super Sunday!

Julie  :)  ((Hugs))
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: ButterflyWings on March 03, 2012, 05:33:36 pm
Hello Ladies..Sorry been at doctors with daughter and working on craft page so much I got lots of catching up to do here at nine bucks and need 15 to cash out cause of bonuses lol..Well they did a x-ray on daughter to see what is going on with her back I am waiting on results now..May be adding 2 new crafters to page since the other crafter says she is gonna post stuff and never does..then she complains she makes no money grrr..lol Other than that found out I may have to wait on teeth till after the move which is depressing but the only place that will see me here is a butcher shop and I am not willing to be so scared or mistreated to get them done..Lets see what else oh I became a Aunt again my baby brother had a baby girl on Friday Sarah Grace..I bought the electronic cigarette and so far it has cut my smoking wayyy down which is awesome..I think that is all going on here..Well off to do some surveys while I wait on someone who is shopping on Tinker page lol Love ya girls Miss ya Dianna
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on March 04, 2012, 02:50:11 pm
Dianna,  You've been busy as usual I see.  Sounds like you have more work in store for yourself too.  I have one of those electronic cigarettes too.  Wish I could quit all together though. 

Congrats on the new nephew. 



Hello Ladies..Sorry been at doctors with daughter and working on craft page so much I got lots of catching up to do here at nine bucks and need 15 to cash out cause of bonuses lol..Well they did a x-ray on daughter to see what is going on with her back I am waiting on results now..May be adding 2 new crafters to page since the other crafter says she is gonna post stuff and never does..then she complains she makes no money grrr..lol Other than that found out I may have to wait on teeth till after the move which is depressing but the only place that will see me here is a butcher shop and I am not willing to be so scared or mistreated to get them done..Lets see what else oh I became a Aunt again my baby brother had a baby girl on Friday Sarah Grace..I bought the electronic cigarette and so far it has cut my smoking wayyy down which is awesome..I think that is all going on here..Well off to do some surveys while I wait on someone who is shopping on Tinker page lol Love ya girls Miss ya Dianna
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on March 04, 2012, 02:52:39 pm
Julie,

I hope the weather is better today.  Poor Veronica. 

Bob left this morning and is in Georgia as we speak.  I'm still dealing with the ringing in my ears.  I'm going to soak in the tub tonight and get some more homework done.  Been playing games on FB way too much today.  Kicking self in butt right now.  Get busy Kim!!! is what my foot is saying. 

Later. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on March 04, 2012, 08:43:23 pm
Hello Ladies..Sorry been at doctors with daughter and working on craft page so much I got lots of catching up to do here at nine bucks and need 15 to cash out cause of bonuses lol..Well they did a x-ray on daughter to see what is going on with her back I am waiting on results now..May be adding 2 new crafters to page since the other crafter says she is gonna post stuff and never does..then she complains she makes no money grrr..lol Other than that found out I may have to wait on teeth till after the move which is depressing but the only place that will see me here is a butcher shop and I am not willing to be so scared or mistreated to get them done..Lets see what else oh I became a Aunt again my baby brother had a baby girl on Friday Sarah Grace..I bought the electronic cigarette and so far it has cut my smoking wayyy down which is awesome..I think that is all going on here..Well off to do some surveys while I wait on someone who is shopping on Tinker page lol Love ya girls Miss ya Dianna

Please let us know about your daughter.  I hope she's okay.  Sorry you have to postpone your teeth getting done - I hope your pain won't be too bad.  Congrats on your new little niece!  That's wonderful!  Hope you have a great week! :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on March 04, 2012, 08:51:05 pm
Julie,

I hope the weather is better today.  Poor Veronica. 

Bob left this morning and is in Georgia as we speak.  I'm still dealing with the ringing in my ears.  I'm going to soak in the tub tonight and get some more homework done.  Been playing games on FB way too much today.  Kicking self in butt right now.  Get busy Kim!!! is what my foot is saying. 

Later. 

Kim

Hi Kim,

I know how addicting those games are, lol!  When I got worse a couple of months ago, I had to take a break from the games - I didn't feel like doing anything and I think I was a tad burnt out, too.  I'm beginning to get back in the loop a little at a time, mainly with the 2 Ravenwood/Ravenskye games.  I'll get more involved, I promise!

You are having ringing in the ears?  I hope everything is okay.  How are you doing lately?  I hope your son and Bob are doing well.  Still nothing from Randal. 

Veronica is still off tomorrow.  Her back is still spazzing bad in that one area where the stones were and seem to be all moving around and out.  I'll enjoy the company with her being here and she'll enjoy me being home with her!

Hope your Monday goes smoothly and well for you!  I would like to maybe call you or you me, but I have hesitated because I know how busy you are. 

Hugs!  Hope the ringing in your ears stop.

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on March 05, 2012, 04:38:23 am
Julie,

The ringing in my ears has been going on for well over two weeks.  I think it's a sinus infection but I don't want to spend money on the doctor unless i can't beat this myself.  If I'm not better by tomorrow I'm going to an Urgent Care.

You may certainly call me.  Evenings are best after 6.  Especially this week with Bob gone I have more time to talk. 

I ran myself late this morning so I'm cutting this short.  If you get a friend request on FB from Mugwump that's me.  I started a second account so I can gift myself when I need something bad on the games. 

Later my friend.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: maxinmotion on March 05, 2012, 04:03:59 pm
Hi everybody,

I finally got a twitter account, please follow me @maxinmotion, I will follow you back, thanks.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: hipriestess4u on March 05, 2012, 09:52:56 pm
my blog is hipriestess.com  I write scifi and fantasy fiction
my bog's name is scifi sunday's with the hipriestess, 5 cent tales.

I have publsihed 4 books and have an author's page on amazon.com
http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_1?url=search-alias%3Dstripbooks&field-keywords=d+e+bartley
hope people stop by and read me.

hipriestess4u
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on March 06, 2012, 01:42:26 am
Hi Max

I will look you up on Twitter.  I don't use it much but I do have an account.

Kim

Hi everybody,

I finally got a twitter account, please follow me @maxinmotion, I will follow you back, thanks.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on March 06, 2012, 10:41:51 pm
Hi everybody,

I finally got a twitter account, please follow me @maxinmotion, I will follow you back, thanks.

That's great!  I will do that - probably tomorrow.  I received a new phone for my birthday and am trying to figure out out to set some things up and transfer things over.  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on March 06, 2012, 10:43:39 pm
my blog is hipriestess.com  I write scifi and fantasy fiction
my bog's name is scifi sunday's with the hipriestess, 5 cent tales.

I have publsihed 4 books and have an author's page on amazon.com
http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_1?url=search-alias%3Dstripbooks&field-keywords=d+e+bartley
hope people stop by and read me.

hipriestess4u

Hi and welcome!  You are certainly busy with blogging and writing books - that's neat!  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on March 06, 2012, 10:52:55 pm
Julie,

The ringing in my ears has been going on for well over two weeks.  I think it's a sinus infection but I don't want to spend money on the doctor unless i can't beat this myself.  If I'm not better by tomorrow I'm going to an Urgent Care.

You may certainly call me.  Evenings are best after 6.  Especially this week with Bob gone I have more time to talk. 

I ran myself late this morning so I'm cutting this short.  If you get a friend request on FB from Mugwump that's me.  I started a second account so I can gift myself when I need something bad on the games. 

Later my friend.

Hi Kim,

I'm glad you'll go to an Urgent Care if not better.  I'm worried about you with the ringing in your ears for that long.  I do hope it improves for you. 

I like your name Mugwump!  That's creative and interesting, lol!  Speaking of FB, I noticed you saw an updated picture of Gracie (kitty.)  She was on Veronica's lap just as content and happy - she loves Veronica's blanket, lol.  Also, since Veronica had her lithotripsy done, Gracie has been her "nurse" and stays with her keeping an eye on her.  I got sick this afternoon - suddenly (weird) and when I went and laid down, Gracie came and laid there, too, keeping an eye on me.

Other than your ears ringing, hope you are doing okay and that school/interning is, too.

More later!

Julie   :cat:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on March 07, 2012, 03:40:25 am
Julie,

I still didn't go to urgent care.  I bought some stuff at Walmart for ringing ears.  I've used it two days and the ringing is still there but has lessened.  I also got some allergy medicine and have been taking that instead of cold med.  I'm blowing a lot more out of my head so I'm hoping this will help to drain the ears. 

Cats are good company and so are dogs.  Any time I lay down my girls are right beside me.  They help keep me warm that's for sure. 

Today is my son's birthday.  He is 31 and that's my baby! 

Later. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: mary33716 on March 07, 2012, 03:39:52 pm
how can i make a blog and get people to go there and see about fushion cash this sound like i may get some referral i only have 1 referral
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on March 07, 2012, 07:33:10 pm

Hi Kim,

I hope those meds help the ringing to ease up.  Take care of you.  I'm still unwell with my stomach today, including a very bad headache and aching all over.  I called and canceled my pulmonologist appt. for tomorrow. 

I hope your son had a nice birthday.  And that he's doing a lot better.

An English teacher I had in High School was shot and killed yesterday.  After we all graduated in '76, she left the school in '78 to go and teach at an Episcopal school.  In recent years she was promoted to the Head of the school.  She had let their Spanish teacher go yesterday morning for reasons.  He came back later in the day with a rifle in a guitar case, killed her and then killed himself.  So many people and families and students are in total shock.  My 2 aunts went to a service this morning to honor her.  One of my aunts had sent 2 of her children there.  I also feel badly for the Spanish teacher's parents with all of this.

Have a nice day, today!  Talk to you later!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on March 08, 2012, 05:16:26 pm
Hi Kim,

I hope you are okay.  I've been thinking of you, today, with the ringing in your ears.

Hope to hear from you soon.  Have a fun Friday if you can!

Hugs,

Julie :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on March 08, 2012, 05:18:23 pm
OMG Julie,

That's horrible about your friend.  What is this world coming to?  I'm so sorry. 

I was late getting on here today.  I saw something on your FB page but had no idea the friend was murdered.  Hugs.  I hope you are feeling better soon.  How is Veronica?  Any better? 

My ears aren't ringing as badly today.  Hopefully I'm on the way to getting better. 

More later. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on March 08, 2012, 05:31:14 pm
Hi Kim,

Goodness, we were on here at the same time, lol!  Veronica is okay, but still passing little pieces and experiencing some pain.  The most pain right now, though, is on the right side of her back, where it's spazzing.  I can feel how tensed up that spot is and after gently rubbing it for a few minutes, can feel it easing up a little.

I'm okay, still can't eat much, but at least keeping it down.  I'm in a lot of pain in my usual new areas.

I'm glad you are on the mend - hope it keeps getting better.

They found out more about the teacher who killed my past teacher.  Instead of Spanish, he was trying to teach communism and fascism, was continually late, and some other issues.  I agree in wondering what this world is coming to.  Her service is tomorrow.  She had a memorial service yesterday, and my 2 aunts went to it.  One of my aunts had 2 children who attended that Episcopal school.

Take care!  Wow!  2 posts in one day!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: maxinmotion on March 09, 2012, 05:42:07 am
Hi Kim, Julie...

Julie I am sorry to hear about you friend, and Kim I hope the ringing in your ears stop.
I will try to come by more often.

I have been so busy trying to get things together for this business class. Getting ready to make a video Sunday, this class is great. Our teacher who is also our pastor said that we make not like her right now but when those checks start to roll in we will thank her. Here is my speech:

Hi my name is Maxine, welcome to my web page. I am the Founder and CEO of Open Clouds Advertising. We love small businesses and start-up companies. And we would love to be one of the reasons your business is so successful.  Most of our clients say they see a 90% increase in foot traffic after we put thousands of circulars in their immediate area.  Since your time is so valuable, you may want to consider marketing to get the work out, because it is not how good you are but who knows that you are here.  Look to the left of your screen and you will find the link to connect with us. Thanks for your time, and hope to see you soon here at Open Clouds Advertising.

I am going to get a friend to help me make a blog and when we get it together I will let you all know.

Maxine
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on March 09, 2012, 06:16:57 am
Hi Kim, Julie...

Julie I am sorry to hear about you friend, and Kim I hope the ringing in your ears stop.
I will try to come by more often.

I have been so busy trying to get things together for this business class. Getting ready to make a video Sunday, this class is great. Our teacher who is also our pastor said that we make not like her right now but when those checks start to roll in we will thank her. Here is my speech:

Hi my name is Maxine, welcome to my web page. I am the Founder and CEO of Open Clouds Advertising. We love small businesses and start-up companies. And we would love to be one of the reasons your business is so successful.  Most of our clients say they see a 90% increase in foot traffic after we put thousands of circulars in their immediate area.  Since your time is so valuable, you may want to consider marketing to get the work out, because it is not how good you are but who knows that you are here.  Look to the left of your screen and you will find the link to connect with us. Thanks for your time, and hope to see you soon here at Open Clouds Advertising.

I am going to get a friend to help me make a blog and when we get it together I will let you all know.

Maxine


That's very good, Maxine.  Thank you for sharing it with us.  Are you enjoying your class?

Thank you for your sympathy.  Her funeral is today.  Our English class of 1976 sent her family flowers yesterday.

Have a nice weekend! :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on March 09, 2012, 06:18:17 am
Kim,

Hope you have a nice Friday and a really great weekend!   Hope you are feeling better.

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on March 09, 2012, 06:45:09 am
Kim,

Hope you have a nice Friday and a really great weekend!   Hope you are feeling better.

Julie  :)

You too Julie.  I have classes this morning and then have to take my son to a doctor's appointment in another town, 55 miles away. 

I'll talk more with you later. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on March 10, 2012, 05:28:49 pm
Good evening.  What a lazy day I've had.  I did do a little housework but have pretty much just played games and visited with my son. 

Hope all is well with everyone.   :thumbsup:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on March 10, 2012, 07:55:01 pm
Hello Kim!

Busy day, here - but nice.  We all worked hard this morning sprucing up (dusting, mopping, vacuuming, clearing out clutter, etc.)  My father-in-law and step-mother-in-law came from out of town for the day.  Our next door neighbors came over to meet them and show off their little puppies.  We had the windows open for the cool and fresh air - beautiful day!

I'm really late getting on - just now getting to.  I'm glad you had a lazy day - you needed it and deserved it.  I hope your son is doing well and that you had a great visit together.

Remember one of the reasons I dropped the charges against dil and her mom, was because our son was up for promotion to Officer (Navy?)  (The other reason was for seeing the girls, which dil still won't agree to, even though she and her mom did the destroying and theft.)  Anyway, Veronica found out on FB, through a mutual friend, that he did get promoted.  He's not told us at all.  I'm glad for him but can't even tell him.

Have a sweet Sunday, okay?

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on March 11, 2012, 12:16:35 pm
Happy Sunday!

Hope all are having a nice day!   :cat:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on March 11, 2012, 03:51:53 pm
Julie,

I'm sorry that the problem with you son is still ongoing.  Did the preacher ever get his visit with them? 

I've been doing house and homework again today.  My son is still here but we're both pretty lazy for some reason.  The weather was wonderful today.  I hope this good weather stays. 

I'm late getting on here today too.  Talk later.

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on March 12, 2012, 03:36:29 am
Julie,

Just an observation but I think I need to take a serious break from the games.  It has become an obsession that I don't really have time for.  It's not very productive!  I'd be better served by getting back into my genealogy files.  I'm not sure if I don't play for a while if things will pile up really badly.  What was your experience when you broke for a while?

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on March 12, 2012, 06:17:42 am
Good morning Kim,

I'm still kind of broken from them.  I think I got to the point like you, being addicted to them, however, I was trying to keep up with too many games.  So I got burnt out.  I still really like them, especially a couple, but with this depression phase, I've got no big pull for a lot of things right now, not just the games.  I will go in about once a week now (usually the weekends) and play a quick Ravenwood and Ravenskye, part of Zoo World, and part of Birdland.  Then I try to send and accept all of the requests made by players (on most all of my games) so they get things they are requesting.  I'm still behind but keeping up a tad.  I know if I get to the point of really attacking the games again, I will have many missions to catch up with, but with these games, I've learned you can catch up slowly but surely.  Ravenwood, of course, those trees can really grow back unless your fair is pretty full of things.  Ravenskye may pile up on missions, but none of the weeds and stones grow back.  I've got several missions with Skye that I'm behind on, but doing a couple at a time will work.

I know you are at a busy time with interning and school classes, so I know things can really get hectic.  Plus, I know you are trying to work on the genealogy files.  Many people, I've learned, are on here all day and/or night, playing and interacting.  It's kind of like their lifeline.  But some have to work and do other things, and so have to get to the point of mixing fun with reality.  Speaking of work, I have to sub on hubby's bus for 3 weeks since the monitor is having surgery today.  That will help pad my pocket a little.

Bon went in and totally blocked the preacher friend and his family from them.  I just can't understand why he's doing this and turning his back like this.  I'm really trying hard, and some days I do pretty good.  Then others, I am so low and weepy, that I have to take a xanax to calm things down.  It triggers my asthma with the wheezing, then the coughing, then a headache.  But I am trying.

I hope you work out a happy medium with the games, whether avoiding them, playing a couple of favorites, and/or helping with requests - it can be done with a compromise.  Let me know.

Have a great start to the week!  ((Hugs)) to you!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: ButterflyWings on March 12, 2012, 05:54:14 pm
HELLO Yep me peeking in lol..Got the results back on my oldest Daughter she may have mild scoliosis so they are keeping a eye on it..she goes back in 3 months for a recheck..Been busy with page promoting all I can adding new things slike online gift certificates and hold place to hold items for up to 2 weeks..Got a sale twice in England which is so exciting..Other than tha being a mommy,wife and dealing with pain here and there making the best of it..Finally cashed out here so now have to build it back up..Miss you girls I am gonna try to pop in more by the time I come so much goes on.Love ya girls xoxoxo ~Dianna~
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: angsilva2000 on March 12, 2012, 05:59:09 pm
wow that is great
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on March 13, 2012, 03:05:20 am
Dianna,

I'm praying for the best for your daughter.  Might is a big word so let's pray that the prediction isn't true. 

Julie,

Have you written to Randall and asked him exactly what his beef is?  You already know what Bon's take is on the situation.  I'm just at a loss as to what advice to give you or what to say to give you hope.  Just know I care. 

Rushing around this morning.  I have to get to the bank early.....a situation...:)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on March 13, 2012, 06:57:04 pm
HELLO Yep me peeking in lol..Got the results back on my oldest Daughter she may have mild scoliosis so they are keeping a eye on it..she goes back in 3 months for a recheck..Been busy with page promoting all I can adding new things slike online gift certificates and hold place to hold items for up to 2 weeks..Got a sale twice in England which is so exciting..Other than tha being a mommy,wife and dealing with pain here and there making the best of it..Finally cashed out here so now have to build it back up..Miss you girls I am gonna try to pop in more by the time I come so much goes on.Love ya girls xoxoxo ~Dianna~

Hope all will be okay with your daughter.  They should be able to tell more at the recheck.  My niece has it, since a younger teenager, had surgery and has a rod in her back.  My nephew is like your daughter is - he's got to go back for a recheck, I believe in about a month now.  That's neat about your sales!!  Take care of you, too!  ((Hugs!!))
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on March 13, 2012, 07:11:01 pm
Hi Kim,

I have thought about writing him a letter.  A couple of people, including a former pastor who knows him, have suggested it.  Roddy's the one wanting me to hold off a bit on it, because of the way our son wouldn't acknowledge the birthday text I sent, nor the FB birthday pm I sent - in fact, that's when I was totally blocked on FB.  He could have answered my text with at least a thank you.  The one on FB, though, could have been her blocking, just to be spiteful.  I believe I may end up soon, and when I do, I am sending it c/o his base - no way do I want her hands to get it and read it and throw it out.  I just want to see and hug my granddaughters above anything else at this point.  And he knows that...

I have been overly fatigued today.  I'm subbing on Roddy's bus as the monitor this week and the next 2 weeks.  When we came home in between the morning and afternoon routes, I could not focus nor stay awake (maybe the pain pill?)  Roddy had a hard time waking me up to go back for the afternoon route.  I struggled on the bus.  When we got home later, I got on here to answer you and some other things, and fell asleep with my hand on the mouse, with many lines of letters.  That looked funny, lol.  I'm getting ready to head to bed, early, too.  Maybe the working is doing me in, too, I don't know. 

Hope your bank situation is okay.  Have a nice day at work.  Hope to talk later!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on March 14, 2012, 03:24:03 am
Julie, 

Being that sleepy is difficult.  It probably is the meds causing the problem, in addition to working the extra hours. 

I think the letter is a good thing.  Just take your time and make sure you've said everything you need to say and ask him to at least give you the courtesy of a response.  The silence is deafening. 

I got the bank thing straightened out.  I let myself run too close in the one account and had to get money in there quickly to cover it.  The bank wasn't open so I put cash in the ATM machine in an envelope.  Then I got a text message saying a deposit was made but the amount didn't match what I had put in.  I guess they only show a partial credit until later in the afternoon.  Anyhow...all is well. 

Later sweetie.  I have to get a shower and do some other housey types of things before I start my day in the "rest of world". 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on March 14, 2012, 07:16:12 pm
Hi Kim,

I'm glad the bank thing was straightened out for you.  That's not fun when it gets out of whack.

As for the letter, I think the deep down fear is he won't acknowledge the letter.  But, I'm going to work on it and then speak with Roddy about when I should send it.  Most of the family have pretty much decided that if that's what he wants, then fine.  I can only partially agree with that, but with the girls, I can't just give up on it.

I'm still struggling with the fatigue, hopefully it will improve.  How have you been doing?

Later, my friend,

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on March 15, 2012, 02:04:03 am
Julie,

I agree with you.  If you can just work out some sort of compromise to get to see the girls then you can perhaps learn to let go of any additional interaction with your son.  Even that wouldn't be easy but you'd have the satisfaction of knowing that it wasn't you who had done the wrong. 

I'm just worn out.  My son is here with me and he is dealing with issues, which become mine by default, and I'm burning the candle at both ends with school/internship in addition to taking care of the home.  As a matter of fact I'm taking off from two morning classes today just as a mental health day.  I haven't missed any school and the two classes aren't really mandatory more than once a week anyhow.  I'll still go in to the office from 1:30 until 4:30 or so. 

I'm really seeing health care from a new perspective.  I can't really discuss things here on this board but wow....

TTYL,

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on March 15, 2012, 07:44:23 am
Kim,

I feel for you.  You do have a lot on you.  It's very draining on a person, physically, mentally, and emotionally; for some - even spiritually.  We need to catch up through email or a phone call.  I agree with you about seeing health care from a different perspective.

I hope things improve with your son.  That's a lot of worry, too.  I'm sorry to hear he's still having a time.  

I'll have to catch you up on my "screening" this month with my Life Coach (for the depression.)  A couple of things she spoke with me about doing and she is sending an evaluation to my PCP.

I hope taking off this morning helps give you a little downtime and a little extra rest.  Hope this afternoon works well for you.  When does Bob get back?  We should call; I just don't want to call and pull you from when he's there.  When's a good time for you?

Keep hanging in there;  I'm thinking of you!

Julie   :cat:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: loulizlee on March 15, 2012, 08:42:27 am
jcribb, I appreciate your comment on my behalf on another topic.  I will not mention any names and hope it will not infect this blog.  I haven't read all the comments here but I think I do remember that the person who started it said they would welcome others to join and share something about themselves.  I have been meaning to do just that.  I want to try to get something together and join in soon.  Again, thanks.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on March 15, 2012, 09:55:05 am
jcribb, I appreciate your comment on my behalf on another topic.  I will not mention any names and hope it will not infect this blog.  I haven't read all the comments here but I think I do remember that the person who started it said they would welcome others to join and share something about themselves.  I have been meaning to do just that.  I want to try to get something together and join in soon.  Again, thanks.

Anytime!  Thank you.  I back my friends and will do anything I can to help.  Please feel free to blog with us, for sure!  She is a friend and her blog has really taken off since over a year ago!  We would love to have you join right in here! 

Have a super day!  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on March 16, 2012, 03:04:56 am
jcribb, I appreciate your comment on my behalf on another topic.  I will not mention any names and hope it will not infect this blog.  I haven't read all the comments here but I think I do remember that the person who started it said they would welcome others to join and share something about themselves.  I have been meaning to do just that.  I want to try to get something together and join in soon.  Again, thanks.

Hello Loulizlee...I apologize that I haven't welcomed you earlier.  I have been in a frenzy with school, interning and personal problems with family.  Julie has been my backbone and has extended welcomes to new visitors and kept the blog rolling when I haven't been around. 

You are most certainly welcome here and frequent visits are welcome too.  We all have a lot going on in our lives and it's nice to have someone to chat with and bounce new ideas and thoughts around with others. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on March 16, 2012, 07:30:12 am
Hello Kim,

I hope yesterday went well for you; I was thinking about you.

Subbed this morning and am currently trying to catch up with some bills.  I hate having to take time to pay bills, but unfortunately, necessary.

I hope you have a nice day!  Talk to ya later.

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: loulizlee on March 16, 2012, 07:54:44 am
Hello Golomoter, jcribb, and everyone,
I am a newcomer to this blog; I found it a while back and intended to join in but I keep forgetting until I see the name of the blog show up again. 

A little about me - boring as it is:     :)

I am 69 years old (not sure how I made it this long!); I have been married to the same wonderful man for 49 years; we have one beautiful daughter, her sweet husband Chris, and a precious four-year-old grandson; and we all live on our farm in Virginia (two separate houses).

I retired (for the third time) about four years ago, but I keep busy.  I miss working outside the home where I made some wonderful friends, but I keep up with a lot of them on Facebook.  I also keep up with my rather large family on Facebook.  I have crocheted for many years, love to read, and dabble in drawing and painting once in a while.  I also love to research my family history and have found and corresponded with family I didn't know I had.  Fun, fun, fun!!  I found Fusion Cash and some others of the same genre a couple of years ago and spend some time with them. 

I hope to post here regularly.  It sounds like a wonderful place!!
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: maxinmotion on March 16, 2012, 10:35:27 am
Hi everyone,

Just stopping by to say hello. Everything is well with my business class, my video presentation turned out well also. Hopefully all is well with you guys. More on the next trip, lol.

Maxine
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: ButterflyWings on March 17, 2012, 09:56:25 am
 ;D Hello Girlies..
Been crazy last few weeks again...My teeth hurt so bad lately..and found out cost is little too high so may have to wait till after move..Other than that got so many supplies for page..Page is going well so far..Well off to make money here and on page today..Was suppose to clean my house but too hot and I do not want to lmao maybe tomorrow lol..I miss you girls I pray for anything you all are going through it gets better..Love ya Dianna
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on March 17, 2012, 07:45:56 pm
Hello Golomoter, jcribb, and everyone,
I am a newcomer to this blog; I found it a while back and intended to join in but I keep forgetting until I see the name of the blog show up again. 

A little about me - boring as it is:     :)

I am 69 years old (not sure how I made it this long!); I have been married to the same wonderful man for 49 years; we have one beautiful daughter, her sweet husband Chris, and a precious four-year-old grandson; and we all live on our farm in Virginia (two separate houses).

I retired (for the third time) about four years ago, but I keep busy.  I miss working outside the home where I made some wonderful friends, but I keep up with a lot of them on Facebook.  I also keep up with my rather large family on Facebook.  I have crocheted for many years, love to read, and dabble in drawing and painting once in a while.  I also love to research my family history and have found and corresponded with family I didn't know I had.  Fun, fun, fun!!  I found Fusion Cash and some others of the same genre a couple of years ago and spend some time with them. 

I hope to post here regularly.  It sounds like a wonderful place!!

It's nice to get to know you more!  You have a wonderful family - thanks for sharing about them.  I've connected with so many people on FB - I do enjoy that.
I'm married, with 3 grown kids, and 2 beautiful granddaughters.
You can bookmark your favorite threads, then each day pull up your bookmarks.  I also include the bonus and promotions in my bookmarks.
Have a nice weekend!  Come on back!

Julie :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on March 17, 2012, 07:47:47 pm
Hi everyone,

Just stopping by to say hello. Everything is well with my business class, my video presentation turned out well also. Hopefully all is well with you guys. More on the next trip, lol.

Maxine


Hi Maxine!  Great to see you again!  I'm so glad your video presentation turned out well and that class is doing great.  By the way, I'm following you now on Twitter and tweeted a message to you!  See you soon!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on March 17, 2012, 07:51:09 pm
;D Hello Girlies..
Been crazy last few weeks again...My teeth hurt so bad lately..and found out cost is little too high so may have to wait till after move..Other than that got so many supplies for page..Page is going well so far..Well off to make money here and on page today..Was suppose to clean my house but too hot and I do not want to lmao maybe tomorrow lol..I miss you girls I pray for anything you all are going through it gets better..Love ya Dianna

Hi Dianna,

I'm sorry about the high cost and having to wait on getting work on your teeth done.  I know the pain is driving you mad.  I hope there is something you can take or put on the spot to help numb the pain a little.  Yes, your page is really busy now and looks great!  Praying for you, too! 

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on March 17, 2012, 07:52:06 pm
Hello Golomoter, jcribb, and everyone,
I am a newcomer to this blog; I found it a while back and intended to join in but I keep forgetting until I see the name of the blog show up again. 

A little about me - boring as it is:     :)

Nothing you have said about yourself is boring.  We have much in common.  I too study genealogy, crochet and knit and I'm sure we'd have loads to talk about if we knew each other in real time.  

Please stop by as often as you can.  I'm not quite as active on the board as I used to be, or want, as I'm so busy with school and interning.  Look out though once I graduate in September and get back to a regular 8 hour workday.  

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on March 17, 2012, 07:53:26 pm
Hi everyone,

Just stopping by to say hello. Everything is well with my business class, my video presentation turned out well also. Hopefully all is well with you guys. More on the next trip, lol.

Maxine


Hi Maxine.  Glad to hear from you.  I'm glad the business class is going well.  Are you getting over the stage fright?

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on March 17, 2012, 07:54:46 pm
;D Hello Girlies..
Been crazy last few weeks again...My teeth hurt so bad lately..and found out cost is little too high so may have to wait till after move..Other than that got so many supplies for page..Page is going well so far..Well off to make money here and on page today..Was suppose to clean my house but too hot and I do not want to lmao maybe tomorrow lol..I miss you girls I pray for anything you all are going through it gets better..Love ya Dianna

Dianna!  I saw all your goofy pictures on FB today.  You've been a busy girl but it looks like you're having a good time. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on March 17, 2012, 07:56:09 pm
Hi Kim,

Just checking to see how you are doing.  I was on FB for a few minutes awhile ago and it looked like you were knocking out the zombies, lol.  Miss chatting with you.

Our air conditioner compressor went out last night, so we have to have our windows open through Monday.  It's in the 80s in the day, which is getting too warm for me with the asthma.  Plus, with the heat, there's the pollen and other stuff in the air that I'm allergic to coming in.  At least with the shots, I can handle it a little better.  Still coughing (not as much), and using my inhaler for breathing, and have a bad headache, but better than it would be if no shots!

TTYL,

Julie 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on March 19, 2012, 01:46:59 am
Julie,

Having your air out is not a good thing.  I hope the temperatures stay low enough so you can have the windows open and won't feel too badly.  It was great talking with you yesterday.  We accomplished so much information in a short amount of time but I am so glad we were able to communicate! 

I have that pharm test today so I hope I can remember all I think I learned about the metric system.  This will probably be the one test I do the worst on this semester. 

If I have my conversion line in front of me I'm fine but I doubt she'll let me use it and I just can't commit all of it to memory just yet.  Wish me luck and a prayer can't hurt.  I'm keeping your situations in my mind too. 

Later my friend.

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on March 19, 2012, 09:07:52 am
Hi Kim,

It's great to hear from you.  Yes, it was so nice catching up yesterday! 

I hope you did well on your metrics test.  You've studied a lot, and finally caught the hang of it, so I'm hoping you will do better than you think.  We'll be waiting to hear!

It's going up to 84 today.  So another hot day with no air conditioning.  It's so crisp and cool in the mornings and cool in the evenings.  The worst time with the heat, is between 1:00 and 5:00.

Take care, okay?  Keep in touch!  Talk to you later!

~Julie~  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: lynnc35 on March 19, 2012, 12:59:05 pm
Good for you going back to school. We can never learn to much or have to much experience and helping people is good
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on March 20, 2012, 02:16:19 am
Lynnc35,

Hello.  Yes I agree.  I think we are never too old to learn something new and your brain is more activated with learning new things.  I didn't really go back to school by choice but I'm glad the opportunity presented itself just the same. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on March 20, 2012, 02:23:25 am
Julie, 

How long will it be before you can get your air fixed?  If we lived closer you could come to my house during the day and keep my critters company and stay in the air.  It's supposed to be in the 80's here the next couple of days too.  Unheard of for March in Pennsylvania.  I couldn't believe it yesterday when I realized that the forsythia and daffodils had gone into full bloom overnight! 

Bob is almost home.  He ended up stopping about 3:30 this morning on the border of Ohio/PA because he was falling to sleep at the wheel.  He said he was just going to curl up on the seat of the truck and sleep until daylight.  I don't know if I'll see him before I leave for school at 7:30.  I won't be home until after 5.  He has to take the truck on up to Erie at some point and time today but will stop at the house and sleep/shower before he does the last leg of the journey (or at least I think that's his plan).

I did okay on the test with a 91.  I really just messed up on some multiple choice questions, getting one off on the block and screwing up all the questions.  After all of my studying there weren't very many math questions and they were easy!  I've dropped my grade by two points because of some math homework done before "I got it" and am now at a 92 overall, which is a B.  I hope I can bring that back up by the end of the semester to maintain my A. 

I have some homework to finish quickly this morning so I'm off and running again.  Have you started writing "the letter"?
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: mary33716 on March 20, 2012, 05:09:41 am
still trying figure out how to get a blog for free is there anysite that anyone know of that i can start blog and get referral to get some money
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on March 20, 2012, 05:22:41 pm
still trying figure out how to get a blog for free is there anysite that anyone know of that i can start blog and get referral to get some money

I'm not really sure.  You could put blog in and google it.  I know google has some blogs you could set up through them.  I haven't looked in awhile, but that's how I first tried looking.  Golotomer may know more, but otherwise, just try looking up blogs.  I hope you find what you are looking for.  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on March 20, 2012, 05:37:32 pm
Hi Kim,

A 91 isn't bad, but getting off with one question like that, can do that to you.  You'll come up those 2 points or more - I know you!!!  Keep up the good work!

About the air, someone is calling Roddy tomorrow or the next day.  They are looking for the needed part and then will call him with a price for labor and all.  Roddy felt bad for me and all I know is he and Vee went to the store.  They came back with a small window unit and set it up in our bedroom window.  Now I'm in my own little "cave," lol.  They are sweet, and it has helped with the breathing and the coughing.

Bob should be there now.  Hope everything's kind of back to normal for you both.

I called and had my free consultation with the lawyer this morning for the SSDI.  We went over so much, including meds, health issues, what I can/can't do, when all this started happening, and so much more.  He said the Board would meet now and he will call me back tomorrow or Thursday to discuss what can be done.  I feel a load is off my shoulders now, being able to let someone who knows what to do, to take care of things.

Well, I have my dr. appt. and then my asthma shots tomorrow out of town, and stopping on the way back up to meet with a friend (who's worried about me and wants to see me for herself, lol) for a coke and snack.  Please remember me tomorrow Thursday and Friday.  You know how I'm puny for the couple of days, and I still have to sub on the bus morning and afternoons, including going about an hour away on Thursday for a pulmonologist appt.  Vee is taking me to that appt. so I don't have to drive.

Time to end the novel.  Have a great Thursday and Friday!  Will talk later.  Hope you are hanging in there okay, yourself.

Julie   :cat:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: loulizlee on March 20, 2012, 06:34:07 pm
I was just reading about going back to school.  I agree - you are never too old to learn, whether it is necessary or just for fun.  I wanted to go to college when I graduated high school but couldn't afford it.  I went to night school while I was working a few years ago for a company that paid for my tuition.  I got my Associate's Degree when I was 64.  I am still working on a Bachelor's Degree.  It is a little slower now, but I still hope to do that while I'm still here on earth. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on March 21, 2012, 01:48:38 am
Loulizlee! 

Good for you about getting your AD at 64 and still working on the Bachelors.  I went back to school because my job was outsourced to another country and the Trade Act would pay for my education.  I too never had the chance to attend college when I was younger, although I did complete a couple of trade schools and certification programs.  It's tough being a student when you are older in many ways but there is life experience that you have that the younger kids don't possess.  Carrying the heavy books and sometimes the fine print are my biggest problems!   What field are you studying?

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on March 21, 2012, 01:52:29 am
Julie,

You are always in my thoughts and prayers. 

Yes, Bob made it home yesterday.  My son is here until Saturday. 

I tried to find out the name of the allergy meds company and skirted the issue but they never named it.  They have called them but to no avail so I think they are switching back to the old company. 

More later. 

Kim   

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Post by: loulizlee on March 21, 2012, 07:49:49 am
My AD is in Business Admininistration.  I did attend a business school certification program right out of high school.  My places of employment over the years provided on-the-job training and computer training, so I was able to keep up with computers.  I have worked mostly in the banking and financial fields.  I am continuing in the business field because it is easier to keep my credits.  My daughter got a double degree - in business and in psychology.  She and I actually graduated on the same day.  Of course, I attended her graduation.  :)  It was so exciting.
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Post by: fc2 on March 21, 2012, 08:10:24 am
I'm a Fusioncash member and have been here for a few months. My goal is to reach the twenty-five dollar mark and request my first paycheck from Fusion Cash. Aside from my free time invested at the FusionCash.com website and earning cents here and there everyday I also walk and study english grammer and practice reading lessons at an basic education classroom offered for 'FREE OF CHARGE'  ;D One of my favorite mottos is "THE BEST THINGS IN LIFE ARE FREE"  :thumbsup:
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Post by: jcribb16 on March 21, 2012, 06:00:23 pm
I was just reading about going back to school.  I agree - you are never too old to learn, whether it is necessary or just for fun.  I wanted to go to college when I graduated high school but couldn't afford it.  I went to night school while I was working a few years ago for a company that paid for my tuition.  I got my Associate's Degree when I was 64.  I am still working on a Bachelor's Degree.  It is a little slower now, but I still hope to do that while I'm still here on earth. 

That is great, loulizlee!  My hubby likes to call me his lifetime student, lol. Keep up the great work! :)
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Post by: jcribb16 on March 21, 2012, 06:02:43 pm
I'm a Fusioncash member and have been here for a few months. My goal is to reach the twenty-five dollar mark and request my first paycheck from Fusion Cash. Aside from my free time invested at the FusionCash.com website and earning cents here and there everyday I also walk and study english grammer and practice reading lessons at an basic education classroom offered for 'FREE OF CHARGE'  ;D One of my favorite mottos is "THE BEST THINGS IN LIFE ARE FREE"  :thumbsup:

You sound very busy!  Keep earning that cash!  There are definitely some wonderful things in life that are free!  :)
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Post by: jcribb16 on March 21, 2012, 06:13:46 pm
Julie,

You are always in my thoughts and prayers. 

Yes, Bob made it home yesterday.  My son is here until Saturday. 

I tried to find out the name of the allergy meds company and skirted the issue but they never named it.  They have called them but to no avail so I think they are switching back to the old company. 

More later. 

Kim   



Hi Kim,

I got home late this afternoon.  I'm really tuckered out.  I think I'm going to bed earlier.  I'm glad Bob made it home, and that this will be a good visit with your son.

Thanks for trying to find out about the allergy meds company. 

Have a nice work day tomorrow and a relaxed evening!

Julie
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Post by: golotomer on March 22, 2012, 02:21:01 am
Good morning! 

Hope you don't have too bad of a day Julie.  There weather here is really hot.  Thankfully it's not humid yet so hope you don't suffer today.  On the run this morning as I have a bit of homework to finish up before school and this is an early day.  Bob will be watching Amya today so she'll be here in less than an hour. 

Hugs to you.  BTW, how is Veronica doing now? 

Kim
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Post by: loulizlee on March 22, 2012, 09:23:25 am
Here is something I posted on Facebook yesterday about our adventures in Charlottesville, VA on Tuesday.  On top of this, a poor little old man (in his 80s ?) took a nose-dive after tripping on the sidewalk at the restaurant.  He was sitting on a chair on the sidewalk with a *bleep* nose and a couple of the policemen around him.  It was a good thing there were some already there.

"Exciting day in Charlottesville yesterday. Spent the day there with three of my favorite people: my husband, my daughter, and my grandson. Went to Best Buy, lunch at ChicFilA, so Jacob could play in the playroom. Saw 3 of C'ville's finest and a detective "interviewing" a young man in the parking lot, then taking pictures of an object on the hood of the car - looked like copper piping (maybe from Lowe's across the street??), then place the man in handcuffs. Then they let him have a cigarette (guess the guy was nervous!). I thought I was watching TV. :)"
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Post by: golotomer on March 23, 2012, 04:39:27 am
Loulizlee,

Wow...poor little old guy taking a nose dive.  Heartbreaking. 

Charlottesville area is beautiful.  I haven't been down there in a couple of years but hope to go back soon.  Wonder if that guy was stealing copper?  It's worth a lot of money for recycling these days and people have been stealing it from old buildings, even churches. 

Kim
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Post by: jcribb16 on March 23, 2012, 06:29:23 am
Here is something I posted on Facebook yesterday about our adventures in Charlottesville, VA on Tuesday.  On top of this, a poor little old man (in his 80s ?) took a nose-dive after tripping on the sidewalk at the restaurant.  He was sitting on a chair on the sidewalk with a *bleep* nose and a couple of the policemen around him.  It was a good thing there were some already there.

"Exciting day in Charlottesville yesterday. Spent the day there with three of my favorite people: my husband, my daughter, and my grandson. Went to Best Buy, lunch at ChicFilA, so Jacob could play in the playroom. Saw 3 of C'ville's finest and a detective "interviewing" a young man in the parking lot, then taking pictures of an object on the hood of the car - looked like copper piping (maybe from Lowe's across the street??), then place the man in handcuffs. Then they let him have a cigarette (guess the guy was nervous!). I thought I was watching TV. :)"

Goodness, I feel bad for the old man tripping and falling like that.  I hope he's okay.  I haven't been there in awhile, but liked it the last time we went through and stopped there.  It's a shame people steal like they do.  It's nice to see you today!

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Post by: jcribb16 on March 23, 2012, 06:55:12 am
Kim,
 
I had a lot typed out, hit "Post" and the internet went out.  So I lost all of that.  How frustrating. 

Yesterday was too busy and long for my usual puny day after shots.  I had to sub, plus go to my pulmonologist.  She said if hubby hadn't put the small air cond. unit in our bedroom for me to hide away until our air cond is fixed, that she was looking to put me in the hospital because of my flare up.  She put me on prednizone for inflammation, with strict instructions to stay in that hide away unless absolutely necessary, until the air cond. is fixed.  They finally found the part for it and it has to be shipped down.  I also didn't make it on here because of subbing, pulmonologist, and when I did, I was so fatigued I fell asleep, missed supper, and they made me sit up to take my meds, and then went right back out.

Veronica is okay, but in a lot of pain from the RA and Osteo.  They think the Osteo has moved down into her back now and has to be tested on that.  Bless her heart, it doesn't end.  I'm so glad she and I are close - we encourage and support each other.

I'm glad you have an early day.  Hope you enjoy it with Bob and Amya!  How is she doing?  I haven't heard about her in awhile.  I hope you are doing okay.

Talk to you later,

Julie   :cat:
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Post by: loulizlee on March 23, 2012, 08:32:11 am
Charlottesville is one of my favorite towns.  It is beautiful in the Spring.  We are fortunate to have the University of Virginia.  I think that has a lot to do with the fact that the town is so well kept.  The main problem I have is getting lost.  As long as I have lived in the area, I can get lost easily.  It has to do with, I think, the layout of the town (built around the mountain) and the fact that so many of the streets have been "add-ons."  You can be on a street and suddenly it will turn into something else, seemingly without any rhyme or reason. 

Yes, it was sad to see the elderly man fall in the parking lot.  I have had my share of bad falls, and they wreak havoc on my arthritis.  He seemed to be okay, though, even with the *bleep* nose.  He was being assisted by the policemen that were there already, and was talking and seemed to be coherent. 

And, yes, crime has hit everywhere, even Charlottesville.  :(   Copper pipes and wire seem to be one of the newer items that are being stolen in ever-growing amounts.  And, believe it or not, I just saw something on the news the other day that large bottles of Tide are on the growing list of things that are being stolen.  Tide is fairly expensive, I guess, and is easy to sell of the street for a couple of dollars, the news item said.  It is so sad.
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Post by: jcribb16 on March 24, 2012, 02:08:24 pm
Hello,

Just popping in to say hello and that I hope everyone is having a lovely weekend!   :cat:
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Post by: ppv2 on March 24, 2012, 02:40:42 pm
I am a 34 year old male.  I live outside of Washington DC.  I love the Chicago Bears!
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Post by: golotomer on March 25, 2012, 02:09:45 am
Charlottesville is one of my favorite towns.  It is beautiful in the Spring.  We are fortunate to have the University of Virginia.  I think that has a lot to do with the fact that the town is so well kept.  The main problem I have is getting lost.  As long as I have lived in the area, I can get lost easily.  It has to do with, I think, the layout of the town (built around the mountain) and the fact that so many of the streets have been "add-ons."  You can be on a street and suddenly it will turn into something else, seemingly without any rhyme or reason. 

Yes, it was sad to see the elderly man fall in the parking lot.  I have had my share of bad falls, and they wreak havoc on my arthritis.  He seemed to be okay, though, even with the *bleep* nose.  He was being assisted by the policemen that were there already, and was talking and seemed to be coherent. 

And, yes, crime has hit everywhere, even Charlottesville.  :(   Copper pipes and wire seem to be one of the newer items that are being stolen in ever-growing amounts.  And, believe it or not, I just saw something on the news the other day that large bottles of Tide are on the growing list of things that are being stolen.  Tide is fairly expensive, I guess, and is easy to sell of the street for a couple of dollars, the news item said.  It is so sad.

Louizilee,

My grand-daughter will be attending Virginia Tech in the fall.  That's in Blacksburg VA and without googling a map I'm not sure how far from Charlottesville.  She will be studying engineering there.  They live in Beckley, WV so it's not too awful far from home. 

Her dad was in Charlottesville quite a bit receiving treatment at the University hospital when he had his second bout of Hodgkin's disease which was when I got to know the area somewhat. 

As to crime...it seems to run paralel with the economy.  People are desperate. 

The only other time I have been in your area was when I was a kid.  I had a friend that attended Staunton Military School and his parents took us sightseeing at some of the local historical sites.  We went to Monticello, which I thought was beautiful.  I want to go back again someday. 

Have a good Sunday. 

Kim
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Post by: golotomer on March 25, 2012, 02:18:10 am
Julie,

It's so frustrating when you lose a page after you've written a long message.  Ouch. 

I wondered how you were doing after shots and with the air out.  As usual I pray for you and your health. 

Amya is fine.  She likes spending the day with her Grandpa.  She is taking swimming lessons at the high school so she is anxious for us to get the pool open.  We had this initial bout of really warm weather but this is NW PA and you typically don't open the pool until after Memorial Day. 

Her daddy is supposed to be coming to get her swing set and sandbox and move it to the new apartment but didn't show up last week as promised so we'll probably have to move it for her.  :)

I planted some morning glories yesterday and am hoping to plant some other flowers/seeds today and possibly get Bob to start my area where I'll grow some tomatoes. The only other vegetable I'll grow is my garlic, which I put in last fall.  There just isn't enough flat space in our yard for a garden, other than in front of the house, as the entire yard from the pool and deck out is all uphill.  And I do mean uphill! 

Homework, laundry and other business type paperwork today.  I have to start the application process and essay for the internship with the Surgeon General's office.  My cousin, who lives in Baltimore said I could stay with her and commute for about 15 dollars a day if I get awarded the position. 

More later. Stay in bed girlfriend and get better. 

Kim

Kim,
 
I had a lot typed out, hit "Post" and the internet went out.  So I lost all of that.  How frustrating. 

Yesterday was too busy and long for my usual puny day after shots.  I had to sub, plus go to my pulmonologist.  She said if hubby hadn't put the small air cond. unit in our bedroom for me to hide away until our air cond is fixed, that she was looking to put me in the hospital because of my flare up.  She put me on prednizone for inflammation, with strict instructions to stay in that hide away unless absolutely necessary, until the air cond. is fixed.  They finally found the part for it and it has to be shipped down.  I also didn't make it on here because of subbing, pulmonologist, and when I did, I was so fatigued I fell asleep, missed supper, and they made me sit up to take my meds, and then went right back out.

Veronica is okay, but in a lot of pain from the RA and Osteo.  They think the Osteo has moved down into her back now and has to be tested on that.  Bless her heart, it doesn't end.  I'm so glad she and I are close - we encourage and support each other.

I'm glad you have an early day.  Hope you enjoy it with Bob and Amya!  How is she doing?  I haven't heard about her in awhile.  I hope you are doing okay.

Talk to you later,

Julie   :cat:
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Post by: jcribb16 on March 25, 2012, 02:40:46 pm
Hi Kim,

We had some bad storms come through Friday and Saturday, and then today the weather is about 20 degrees cooler with a really nice breeze.  So I joined the land of the living today and love the windows open with the cool weather.  It may not be like that tomorrow, but I am enjoying it today.

I would like to plant a flower garden along the front of the house, but not sure if I can do it just yet.  I have a picture in my mind of what I want it to look like.  That's neat you are planting tomatoes and garlic.  I think a herb garden would be nice sometimes.

I hope you make it with the Surgeon General's office - that would be a really neat experience!  Are you serious? Is it $15 a day to commute?  Wow!  That is steep, isn't it?  How long would the internship be?  And that's sweet of your cousin to offer you staying with her.  I'll keep praying and keeping my fingers crossed!

I heard back from a very well known group of attorneys and they said they would take my SSDI case!  I should receive the paperwork from them tomorrow to fill out and send right back.  They sounded very positive and assuring about this.  I hope this works.

I know you are busy today.  Take some "Kim" time, though, if only for a few minutes!

{{Hugs}}

Julie   :cat:
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Post by: loulizlee on March 25, 2012, 05:46:50 pm
Kim,

Speaking of small world - I went to business school almost 50 years ago in Staunton; I met my husband there.  Another nice little town, home of the Statler Brothers.  I went back recently, though, and I don't recognize a lot of the town.
Blacksburg is, I would say, probably about 100 - 125 miles from Charlottesville (without looking it up). 

Internship for the Surgeon General's office!!  Wow - how exciting.  Do you have any posts about that?  I keep meaning to go back and read more of the older posts to get to know you guys better.  Maybe I can do that this week.

Have a great week, everyone.

Juanita (Loulizlee)
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Post by: golotomer on March 26, 2012, 04:10:39 am
Juanita,

The internship is being offered through the Surgeon Generals office to people who are members of HOSA, Health Occupations Students of America, of which I am a member.  Medical Assistants are required to do 150 hours per two semesters of internship and this would be the same amount of hours.  I'm hoping it would be 40 hours a week and I'd complete it in less than 3 weeks but I'm not sure.  You have to apply and write an essay as to why you think you'd be a good choice. 

I'm 58 years old so I don't know if they would choose me over a younger person who is just starting out in the field but I guess it won't hurt to try.  If I would get awarded the internship I can stay with my cousin in Baltimore and commute because everything is at your own expense.  I just figured it would be a great opportunity but highly unlikely I'd get the position. 

Julie, 

I have a few herbs growing, mint, basil and chives but they are just in pots.  I too would like to have a herb garden.  I keep telling myself to get right on that but it takes time and money which I don't always have.  I have a flower box on the front window and last year I filled it with vinca, choleas and petunias.  I'm not sure what I'm going to do this year.  I want something cheap that will weather the west facing evening heat we get.  I had such good luck with the morning glories out there last year that I've replaned more but this time in a pot on the porch, hoping it will trail the railing.  I also have two areas with ????? (brain fart) another vining plant...the name will come to me after I hit the post button!   

My entire back bank is full of seedum and I've been grabbing it and starting it in various other planters for around the rock garden and I've been putting soil in some of the dead tree trunks and starting seedum in those.  I want to try putting a few marigold seeds in the trunks too and see if they will take off.  Last year a woman gave me some moonflower seeds.  They are a white flower and only bloom on rainy, gray days or toward evening.  I'm going to try putting them in the back yard along the tree line.  I saved a bunch of seeds from the pink cone flowers and black eyed susans too that I'm going to try to plant throughout the yard in various spots.

We have an old set of monkey bars that were Bob's kids when they were little.  They are rusted but cemented into the ground and will be a chore to remove.  I have four packages of morning glories in various colors, white, mixed, purple and sort of a red color.  I am going to plant one package on each of the corners of the bars and see what happens.  I'm hoping it will make a trellis of some sort. 

I'm glad you heard from the lawyers.  Get on that quickly and keep on them to move it! 

We had a pretty good weekend.  We went Friday night to purchase more beer making supplies for Bob (I bought him a kit for Christmas and it's become an obsession), and we went to see Hunger Games and then to dinner at Texas Roadhouse.  Saturday we hit a couple of yard/flea market sales and then yesterday we went for a fairly long bike ride yesterday and I'm sore from the efforts.  Bob had bought me a new bike for Christmas but my feet wouldn't quite reach the ground so we went and bought another one and he took mine. 

Yike's I've rattled on far too long.  Hope today is a better day for you. 

Talk later ladies. 

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Post by: jcribb16 on March 26, 2012, 07:07:30 pm
Hi Kim,

Your yard should end up looking really nice from everything you are doing and planning to do.  I hope the trailing works with the monkey bars.  I love wisteria, so they would take off good around that.  We have a kind of mound near our back woods - I'm going to see if I can coax some to grow on and around it.  That's one thing I've missed since moving up here - in the winter cold at night the pods pop and it sounds like little gun shots going on in succession.  The first year we heard that out in the backyard (before moving) we were all struck dumb - not knowing what was going on outside.  We didn't know if someone was out back, or people shooting guns, and we had the kids stay in a different room.  The popping noise would hit the sliding glass door.  Roddy and Randal went out the front to sneak around back - and finally figured out what was happening.  We all had a great laugh over that.  When we sold the house before coming up here, we forewarned them about it - since they wanted to keep up with it.

I'm feeling better than last week - those shots are gone through.  I'm feeling the usual stuff from being on steroids, but they seem to be helping with the inflammation/pain of my lower back and knee a little.  I'm only on them for 2 more days.

It sounds like you had fun biking with Bob.  That's great to do that.  I wouldn't be able to get Roddy to do that anymore.  Was Hunger Games any good?  I know a lot of people have gone to see it but haven't heard anything said about it.

Hope your week has started well for you.  We'll see you tomorrow! 

Julie  :)

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Post by: jcribb16 on March 27, 2012, 10:31:26 pm
Hope everyone is having a great Tuesday! :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on March 28, 2012, 01:17:02 am
Julie,

It looks like the post I made yesterday disappeared from the board or never made it.  It was a fairly long one too! 

Doing okay here.  How are you feeling?

Kim
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Post by: loulizlee on March 28, 2012, 09:09:02 am
Julie,

Being a late starter and not having had time to review this blog, I was wondering about your post about shots, back pain, knees, etc.  Do you suffer from arthritis?  I was diagnosed in my early 30s.  Now I have been diagnosed with fibromyalgia.  What has been your treatment for the pain?  I have been looking for something for years to relieve my chronic pain.

Juanita
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Post by: jcribb16 on March 28, 2012, 07:10:53 pm
Julie,

It looks like the post I made yesterday disappeared from the board or never made it.  It was a fairly long one too! 

Doing okay here.  How are you feeling?

Kim

I never saw it - it does happen sometimes.  I'm alright, just tired and achy.  2 more days of subbing and hopefully back to normal.  *sigh*  It will be nice, though, when the paycheck comes in.  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on March 28, 2012, 07:22:14 pm
Julie,

Being a late starter and not having had time to review this blog, I was wondering about your post about shots, back pain, knees, etc.  Do you suffer from arthritis?  I was diagnosed in my early 30s.  Now I have been diagnosed with fibromyalgia.  What has been your treatment for the pain?  I have been looking for something for years to relieve my chronic pain.

Juanita

Hi Juanita,

My Xolair shots are for my asthma.  My allergy cells don't protect me right, and I have to have the shots to help protect my cells.  I have chronic bronchitis, sinusitis, and rhinitis, etc.  The shots have started helping, in that I am not as chronic with all of that, and my coughing is not so constant and chronic.

I was recently diagnosed with Degenerative Disc Disease, which in turn is now affecting my sciatica, causing pain in my lower back, side thigh and knee.  The drs. said that arthritis has set in the discs in my neck (I had a neck injury when 13 years old, and this is where all of the problem started in January of this year.)  I'm on pain pills for that right now, and am supposed to begin physical therapy next week.

I have Osgood Schlatter's Disease in my knee, which is also reacting to the sciatica.  That's why my knee is hurting so much, not to mention wanting to give out on me. 

I'm being tested for autoimmune issues; lupus is ruled out for now.  I'm not much help for your issues, but know people/friends who have fibro.  I can find out which meds they are on - I can't remember without asking them.  I do know they are strong prescription meds.  I hope your drs. can help figure the best for you and that they help you.  I'm sorry you are having these things happening with you, and I can relate to the pain.  Let me know how you are doing and what they put you on.

Julie  :)
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Post by: golotomer on March 29, 2012, 01:30:55 am
Morning ladies,

I too was diagnosed with Fibro many years ago.  I deal with constant pain but chose to not go the route of daily medication.  I get some relief with stretching exercises and just try to keep moving through the pain.  If I give into it and just sit it out it's worse so I try to keep moving.  I don't have the time to exercise the way I should on a daily basis though.  However, people with Fibro suffer in varying degrees so mine might not be as bad as yours. 

On the run this morning.  I have extensive online application processes to go through in order to apply for the internship with the Surgeon General and it's due Monday!  I'm such a procrastinator!

Later girls.
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Post by: jcribb16 on March 29, 2012, 08:01:08 am
Hi Kim,

I don't remember if you told me that before about the Fibro.  I'm glad you are able to still avoid meds for it.  Has it seemed to worsen through the years?  Do you ever get what the one's I know call the "fog?"  I'm really impressed with how you have managed it, and how busy you stay, including getting out there cycling, kayaking/rowing, etc.

It's a really nice day so far.  Breezy, cool, and sunny.  It will go up to about 85 though - so it will definitely get warmer this afternoon!

Have a nice day, all!

Julie  :)
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Post by: golotomer on March 30, 2012, 02:50:50 am
Julie,

Yes I was diagnosed probably well over ten years ago.  I have the various pressure points where if you touch the "hot spots" it hurts terribly.  This is one reason I am so fond of the deep tissue massage treatments.  When I get massaged it hurts to beat the band but that seems to be the best relief after the initial pain.  My doctor showed me a trick with a tennis ball where I put the ball against a wall and press up against the hot spots for maybe ten seconds.  It hurts but loosens the muscle. 

When I do anything strenuous I hurt horribly either that day or the next but as I said if I give into the pain and just lay around it only gets worse so I move "into" the pain and through it.  For instance the other night after we went bike riding, I could barely lift my legs high enough to get up the few steps from the mudroom into the kitchen but pain and all I kept going.  The next day I was back to normal other than some soreness.  Most people will say to themself....I won't do that because I will be in pain...I say yes I know I'm going to hurt but I know that the exercise is necessary.  I hurt constantly where the hot spots are located though. 

The doctor actually recommended more exercise too.  He was a holistic doctor and had no mercy!  When I complained about needing to lose weight and asked for some pills to kick start me he simply told me to walk 3 miles a day.  Ouch. 

Kim
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Post by: jcribb16 on March 30, 2012, 06:56:15 am
Kim,

Thank you for sharing some insight into what you go through.  I'm in a chronic health conditions group, online, and every lady in there has health issues that are chronic.  I've been amazed at how many women struggle with fibro, ms, bi-polar, depression, asthma, and so much more.  Several have more than 1 or 2 issues they deal with.  Most everyone tries to work through the pain.  There is a lot of support and encouragement in there.  I really enjoy that group and have been a member for almost 2 years now.

I hope you have a great day!  I sent you an email.

Talk later,

Julie

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Post by: loulizlee on March 30, 2012, 09:29:02 am
I've just gotten the okay from my doctor to start Cymbalta.  I have been asking him for a while now.  I'll let you know how it works for me.

Hope you guys have a great weekend!!
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on March 30, 2012, 02:08:05 pm
I've just gotten the okay from my doctor to start Cymbalta.  I have been asking him for a while now.  I'll let you know how it works for me.

Hope you guys have a great weekend!!

Loulizlee,

That is great news for you.  I hoped it works well for you and finally gives you some relief.  {{Hugs}}
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Post by: golotomer on March 31, 2012, 07:52:21 am
Julie,

Maybe when I have more time I'll take a look at that support group.  It's always good to hear what things people might be doing to deal with their problems and offer encouragement. 

I got your email and answered.  Any changes? 

We drove to Cleveland last night and met with Bob's daughter Jen and went to see the comedian Emo Phillips.  We all consider him to be really funny but he isn't everyone's cup of tea.  He isn't vulgar and some people don't get his humor.  He comes off as being scholarly but clearly very odd. 

We didn't get home until 2 a.m. and I actually slept in until 9 this morning.  I did wake up at 4:30 but knew if I got up I wouldn't make the day.

My friend, Nellie, is coming today so I can help her scan pictures of her daughter and her fiance.  They are getting married in July and she wants to take their pictures and set them to music to play at the reception. 

I have to put the finishing touches on my paperwork to be submitted to the Surgeon General's office.  It's due tomorrow.  Did I tell you I found out it's four days in either July or August?  It will only amount to about 32 hours of actual time with the staff and we have a mandatory 150 hours to put in each semester.  I would hope they would take into consideration the travel time and expenses and give me some additional time toward my total though.  Everything would be at my own expense.

I don't know how this will all work with trying to land another spot for the remaining hours but I guess that's a bridge to cross if and when I actually get the assignment. 

Gotta run.  I want to get some game time in and try to straighten the house before Nellie gets here.  Good thing she has known me for years and understands that if the house is a mess it's not my norm. 

We go back to the age of 14 so being old girls we know each other well.  She is the closest thing to a sister I've ever had (I'm an only child).  She is close enough to me that she has full refridgerator rights.  :) 

Love you..  Hope you are feeling better in all areas of your life. 

Kim
 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on March 31, 2012, 01:17:13 pm
Hi Kim,

No, no changes for now.  I'll write their letters this weekend and hope for the best.  I also have the attorney "book" of papers to fill out for the SSDI case and send back to them quick.  I hope that works out, too.

I've not heard of Emo Phillips.  I'm glad you all got to go out and have a nice time.  And I'm very glad you actually got to sleep in for real, for once!!  It probably did you good.  I slept in to, after these last 3 weeks of getting up at 4:30, and it felt great!

Just let me know when and I'll send the support group info by email.  Great group of ladies and friends in there!

I hope you get the Surgeon General's spot.  Even the few days would be a great experience.  Strange it's not more hours, though!  I hope you can find other places to fulfill how many hours you have to put in.

It's great to have a friend/sister like you and Nellie!  My longest friend and I met in 2nd grade and are both Julies.  We manage to see each other every couple years or so, and talk by phone, and FB, more often.  She's had so many struggles, including domestic issues, finally divorce, change of work, moving, and so much more, that I don't say too much to her about my own issues going on.  She's got enough on her.  We are both only children, too.

Hope you enjoy your Saturday and Sunday!  Thinking of you!

Julie  :)

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on April 01, 2012, 02:09:04 am
Good morning

We got most of the pictures scanned yesterday and into the movie maker but we still have to work on the music.  I got my information all in to the surgeon generals office so now it's just a matter of wait and see.  I doubt I'll be chosen over a younger person but one never knows.

Today is a homework and laundry day. 

Hopefully you'll feel up to writing all of your letters today.  Watch out for April foolers.  :)

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on April 01, 2012, 12:51:21 pm
Hi Kim!

Yes, indeed, watch for the April Foolers today!   :confused1:  I hope you are enjoying your Sunday.

That's great you got your paperwork turned in - sometimes waiting is the hardest.  Do you have a list of other places that accept all of you for those hours?  Otherwise, how would you know who to contact?  Humor the naive me, right?!

I did hear back from the mil.  I was frankly surprised she was cordial.  She said they were fine and getting big.  She also said she would "ask" if she, along with the girls, could meet me somewhere when I go down there for my appts. again.  I told her thank you very much.  Now, don't get me wrong - I'm not totally believing this at all - with her past history of lies.  I have hope, maybe, but will not expect this to happen unless she's serious.  I was just surprised she did respond, and that she was nice instead of cursing her usual at me.  My dtr asked me who I was "talking" to, and as soon as I started to tell her who and what she was saying, she said, "Oh, my gosh; like you are going to believe her?; you need to forget about it."  I didn't read anymore, took my laptop and left the room.  She asked me first, for goodness sakes.  So, I guess I will just zip the lips and say nothing to any of them even if they ask.  :-X  It's like son/grands no longer exist and so no more speaking of it, period.

Ok, rant over, thank you for the shoulder.

Hope you and Nellie had a nice visit!  It sounds like you both got a lot done with the pictures.

Talk to you, later,

Julie
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: sarabtrayior on April 01, 2012, 02:23:40 pm
Sorry, the first one quit and here it goes again. Good luck with your blog but it sounds like you are busy. I am a 50 year old disabled woman and do FusionCash to make some extra cash for fun...
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: loulizlee on April 01, 2012, 06:58:11 pm
My husband and I had a good weekend.  No April Fool's jokes!!  Yesterday we went to our grandson's very first soccer game.  Not really a game, just played for fun for the four-year-olds.  But it was a nice day.  Then an  Easter egg hunt at a local park, sponsored by Parks and Rec.  I was amazed at the number of kids and parents there.  It's been a long time since I've done something like that with a youngster - not since our daughter was that age.  It has been so good having them close by.  We went to church today and had lunch in town.  Then home for my usual Sunday nap. I can't seem to get through a Sunday without a nap.   :bunny:  Later.....
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on April 02, 2012, 02:01:00 am
Sorry, the first one quit and here it goes again. Good luck with your blog but it sounds like you are busy. I am a 50 year old disabled woman and do FusionCash to make some extra cash for fun...

Thanks for stopping by.  Yes I am busy but I still find time to collect my few cents each day from FC and say hello to my friends.  I need friends for ranting and raving!  Is FC the only money making venture you participate in or are there others too?  It's always nice to pick up some pocket change.  It's hard stretching the dollars these days. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on April 02, 2012, 02:05:13 am
My husband and I had a good weekend.  No April Fool's jokes!!  Yesterday we went to our grandson's very first soccer game.  Not really a game, just played for fun for the four-year-olds.  But it was a nice day.  Then an  Easter egg hunt at a local park, sponsored by Parks and Rec.  I was amazed at the number of kids and parents there.  It's been a long time since I've done something like that with a youngster - not since our daughter was that age.  It has been so good having them close by.  We went to church today and had lunch in town.  Then home for my usual Sunday nap. I can't seem to get through a Sunday without a nap.   :bunny:  Later.....

I tried to pull a joke on Bob but he is too science savvy.  I tried to tell him that Pluto and Jupiter were in alignment and that at 6 pm there would be a bit of zero gravity which would make you feel as though you were floating.  He didn't buy it. 

I'm glad you got to go to one of your grandkids games.  I don't live close enough to see mine.  I did drive 3 hours once to attend a soccer game but once out of all the games they play isn't nearly what I'd like to be able to do. 

I got a Sunday nap too...in the car.  I'm like a baby...get in car, car moves, I snooze.  We went to a store where they sell kits for various homemade endeavors.  I was going to purchase a kit to grow your own mushrooms but they were out of the shitake that I wanted.  I wasn't real sure about the reisha so I decided to wait for them to restock.  Check this out....http://www.leeners.com.  You can even buy bubble gum kits. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on April 02, 2012, 02:09:27 am
Julie,

No I don't have a list yet but have to get my paperwork for the internship turned in by tomorrow so I'll have to get on that portion today. 

Glad you heard from the MIL but be careful...very careful.  Let's hope that she does have a heart somewhere beating though and will sympathize with your plight.  The shoulder is here anytime you need it. 

I worked on homework all day yesterday, except one road trip to Ohio to purchase a mushroom kit...wrote about it on another message.  STill not done with everything coming up.  Have to run and work on some English.  Big Pharmacology test tomorrow and as I mentioned more paperwork due.  Have to run.  No game time today ...besides I'm out of quests again!  Booo!

Later. 

Kim

Hi Kim!

Yes, indeed, watch for the April Foolers today!   :confused1:  I hope you are enjoying your Sunday.

That's great you got your paperwork turned in - sometimes waiting is the hardest.  Do you have a list of other places that accept all of you for those hours?  Otherwise, how would you know who to contact?  Humor the naive me, right?!

I did hear back from the mil.  I was frankly surprised she was cordial.  She said they were fine and getting big.  She also said she would "ask" if she, along with the girls, could meet me somewhere when I go down there for my appts. again.  I told her thank you very much.  Now, don't get me wrong - I'm not totally believing this at all - with her past history of lies.  I have hope, maybe, but will not expect this to happen unless she's serious.  I was just surprised she did respond, and that she was nice instead of cursing her usual at me.  My dtr asked me who I was "talking" to, and as soon as I started to tell her who and what she was saying, she said, "Oh, my gosh; like you are going to believe her?; you need to forget about it."  I didn't read anymore, took my laptop and left the room.  She asked me first, for goodness sakes.  So, I guess I will just zip the lips and say nothing to any of them even if they ask.  :-X  It's like son/grands no longer exist and so no more speaking of it, period.

Ok, rant over, thank you for the shoulder.

Hope you and Nellie had a nice visit!  It sounds like you both got a lot done with the pictures.

Talk to you, later,

Julie

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on April 02, 2012, 03:06:45 pm
Sorry, the first one quit and here it goes again. Good luck with your blog but it sounds like you are busy. I am a 50 year old disabled woman and do FusionCash to make some extra cash for fun...

Hi and welcome!  I hate typing something out, and then it vanishes!  It's nice to make some extra cash for those fun or meaningful times, or even help with a late bill.  I've got health issues, too, and am trying to get SSDI.  It's taking forever to do this.  Hope to see you again!  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on April 02, 2012, 03:08:44 pm
My husband and I had a good weekend.  No April Fool's jokes!!  Yesterday we went to our grandson's very first soccer game.  Not really a game, just played for fun for the four-year-olds.  But it was a nice day.  Then an  Easter egg hunt at a local park, sponsored by Parks and Rec.  I was amazed at the number of kids and parents there.  It's been a long time since I've done something like that with a youngster - not since our daughter was that age.  It has been so good having them close by.  We went to church today and had lunch in town.  Then home for my usual Sunday nap. I can't seem to get through a Sunday without a nap.   :bunny:  Later.....

It sounds like a great weekend for you!  Glad you got to catch up with a nap!  Nothing wrong with them, lol!  Hope you have a wonderful week!  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on April 02, 2012, 03:33:12 pm
Julie,

No I don't have a list yet but have to get my paperwork for the internship turned in by tomorrow so I'll have to get on that portion today. 

Glad you heard from the MIL but be careful...very careful.  Let's hope that she does have a heart somewhere beating though and will sympathize with your plight.  The shoulder is here anytime you need it. 

I worked on homework all day yesterday, except one road trip to Ohio to purchase a mushroom kit...wrote about it on another message.  STill not done with everything coming up.  Have to run and work on some English.  Big Pharmacology test tomorrow and as I mentioned more paperwork due.  Have to run.  No game time today ...besides I'm out of quests again!  Booo!

Later. 

Kim

Hi Kim!

Yes, indeed, watch for the April Foolers today!   :confused1:  I hope you are enjoying your Sunday.

That's great you got your paperwork turned in - sometimes waiting is the hardest.  Do you have a list of other places that accept all of you for those hours?  Otherwise, how would you know who to contact?  Humor the naive me, right?!

I did hear back from the mil.  I was frankly surprised she was cordial.  She said they were fine and getting big.  She also said she would "ask" if she, along with the girls, could meet me somewhere when I go down there for my appts. again.  I told her thank you very much.  Now, don't get me wrong - I'm not totally believing this at all - with her past history of lies.  I have hope, maybe, but will not expect this to happen unless she's serious.  I was just surprised she did respond, and that she was nice instead of cursing her usual at me.  My dtr asked me who I was "talking" to, and as soon as I started to tell her who and what she was saying, she said, "Oh, my gosh; like you are going to believe her?; you need to forget about it."  I didn't read anymore, took my laptop and left the room.  She asked me first, for goodness sakes.  So, I guess I will just zip the lips and say nothing to any of them even if they ask.  :-X  It's like son/grands no longer exist and so no more speaking of it, period.

Ok, rant over, thank you for the shoulder.

Hope you and Nellie had a nice visit!  It sounds like you both got a lot done with the pictures.

Talk to you, later,

Julie


Kim,

I wrote a bunch, then transferred it to email.  I did get all of my SSDI "book" for the attorneys finally filled out, signed, and mailed off today.  That was a lot!  Probably like what you are doing with your paperwork!

Hope you do well on your test tomorrow and get all of your paperwork done.

 I've never even given any thought to a mushroom kit.  I have to be careful with them anyway - being allergic to mold and spores.  I guess that's probably why I haven't thought about it, lol.

Thanks for the shoulder,

Julie :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on April 03, 2012, 03:28:15 am
Julie,

Glad you got the SSDI stuff rolling.  When do you meet again with the lawyers...or do you? 

I went to intern yesterday and found out that the doctor and both MA's plus the offic manager were off work.  I wasn't told in advance.  Weird.  I came home and got some more homework done and Bob and I took a bike ride.  I did make it a little farther up the hill without crapping out so I guess I'm making some progress getting stronger. 

I only have two classes on Tuesday and they are altering the schedule today and making each class only 50 minutes, some teacher activity this afternoon, so I'm cutting class.  I already told the teacher and she was okay with my decision.  I have all of my assignments done for her class so I'm just going to work and get some other things caught up for other classes. 

Keep me posted on the other "stuff". 

Kim

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on April 03, 2012, 10:04:25 am
Hi Kim,

That's pretty neat about taking today off to do some catch up things.  It's a shame you weren't told about yesterday.  But it gave you opportunity to get outside and bike and enjoy the outdoors for awhile with Bob.  I'm glad you are gaining more strength.

I'm not sure about a hearing date, as of yet.  May 8 is the deadline for all to be done and a hearing date set up.  It's all in the attorney's hands now (as soon as she receives everything from me this week.)  She's out of Orlando, and I guess the only time I will meet her will be at the hearing, which would either be in FL, where I go for my dr. appts., or in GA, at the courthouse in our little town.  Unless, per chance, SSDI decides to approve my case and forgo the hearing.  I have heard they sometimes do that once the attorneys get involved and show so much more than I could have and word everything in their attorney language.

I sent you an update e-mail a few minutes ago. 

It's so pretty outside, today.  But as it is rather warm, I have to enjoy it from the inside.  It's fun watching all of the birds at the feeders and birdbath.  Today, there are the usual cardinals, ground doves, cowbirds, and chipping sparrows.  There are a couple of bluebirds and a red-winged blackbird hanging around, too.

They were saying on our news last night that our summer here may actually be a little cooler than normal.  To me, it would only make sense, considering our milder winter we had.  I'm keeping my fingers crossed on this!!

Hope you are enjoying your day "off!"

Julie   :cat:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on April 04, 2012, 02:06:22 am
Julie,

It was pretty here yesterday too.  Just about paradise weather...not too hot or too cold.  We realized we have a bird's nest on the sill of one of the bedroom windows.  The window is just high enough or I'm so short that I can barely see down into the nest.  I'll have to get a stool today to see if I can see the eggs, assuming there are any. 

We have a bunch of birds here too.  Bob never took many of the trees off the property and we really only mow the back several times a summer so the birds have free dominion over the back yard.  We have a couple of flying squirrels, gray and brown squirrels too.  One morning Bob heard a woodpecker but the sound was louder than normal so he got up to look.  It was a real Woody the Woodpecker!  It was about 2 feet tall with the big comb on it.  I have seen small woodpeckers here but I'd love to see the bigger one. 

I'll be hanging the feeders soon for the humming birds and finch feeders.  I get far more finches, the bright yellow, than I do hummers but I always get at least 3 or 4 hummers too.  I know one lady that probably gets 40 hummers.  She doesn't seem to do anything special other than hanging her hangers but they must flock to that area for some odd reason. 

I make my own food using a ratio of 1 cup of sugar to 4 cups water but a girl at school said she uses 2 cups sugar to 2 water.  I don't know which is the best but need to find out for this year.  Do you feed the hummers?

Gotta run.  I have that Phamacology test today so need a last minute study on that. 

Later...

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on April 04, 2012, 10:44:22 am
Kim,

That's neat having a bird's nest on the window sill.  Maybe you can see down in there with a stool.  Let me know if there are any eggs and if you know what type of bird it is.  :)

Your back yard sounds like a paradise for the birds and other critters.  That would be fun to watch.  Our back area is long, but only with the few trees we planted.  They like the trees, feeders, and birdbath.  All of the major trees are on the back part of our property - so that's where all of the squirrels are and where the birds go when they aren't up closer to the house.  Sometimes a couple of brave squirrels will make it to the feeders until Roddy goes after them, lol.  We also love seeing the rabbits in the late afternoons and still dark mornings up at the feeders and across the yard.  There are also 3 does that must live in the woods on our back property - we see them often at night or before dawn.  They are so pretty and graceful.

We haven't fed the hummers yet, but have 2 already made kits we bought for starters.  We're looking forward to starting with them now!  After the given nectar, I guess we'll mix our own like you do.  I would think if your hummers enjoy your mix with a less cup sugar then either mixture would probably be okay.  You could try both and see which one more seem to flock too.  Let me know.  I have seen the real Woody the Woodpecker once here.  He was always pecking in the pines between our neighbors and us.  They cut the pines down on the back where he stayed and we haven't seen him since, even though we can hear him in the back woods.

Hope you do well on your test!  Fingers crossed!

"See" you later!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: loulizlee on April 04, 2012, 07:19:00 pm
Yes, good luck on your tests, Kim.  I am also crossing my fingers.

I went to Charlottesville today to pick up my computer from the Geek Squad at Best Buy.  I'm not impressed with the Geek Squad, but it was beautiful in C'ville, with all the spring trees and flowers.

Juanita
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on April 05, 2012, 01:54:36 am
Thanks girls for the good wishes on my test.  She didn't get them all corrected yesterday so I won't know the score until next Wednesday....We don't have her class until then because of Good Friday and Monday being holidays.  I don't feel like I aced it but I don't think I failed it either.  Either way...it's done. 

We went last night and bought the lumber I need for my raised garden bed.  It won't be that large as I'm only going to plant a few tomatoes but it cost 60 dollars for the lumber!  Ouch.  Now I have to see about getting some top soil hauled in. 

I wish I could say I had a couple of extra days off of school but I have to intern and get some extra hours in.  I just hope to have my hours completed so I can truly be off during my spring break.  I think it's a total of 20 days.  Thankfully the last leg of the journey will be upon me.  Unfortunately there still aren't any jobs out there to entice me.  They have laid off over 100 people at our one local hospital and the doctor's offices are cutting staff and hours too. 

Juanita I wish I could see Charlottesville this time of year.  I was only there once in the spring and it was beautiful. 

Later girls.  Have a good day. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: loulizlee on April 05, 2012, 09:09:45 am
That's the hardest part - waiting - waiting for your score.  I hope it's a good one.  I'm sure it will be. 

Juanita
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on April 05, 2012, 11:54:13 am
Yes, good luck on your tests, Kim.  I am also crossing my fingers.

I went to Charlottesville today to pick up my computer from the Geek Squad at Best Buy.  I'm not impressed with the Geek Squad, but it was beautiful in C'ville, with all the spring trees and flowers.

Juanita

I can only imagine how beautiful it is there now!  I hope your computer is working right.  Seems like now-a-days, we can't survive without our computer or laptop, lol.  I hope your week is going well.  Talk to you soon!  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on April 05, 2012, 12:08:51 pm
Oh Kim, that is just not the kind of news you need to be hearing right now.  That's way too many people being laid off and/or cut back.  I sure hope that changes in the near future.  I hope there will be something out there at the right timing when it's time for you to look.

That was steep for the lumber - goodness!  But well needed. 

When is your Spring Break.  Mine are all off this week.  20 days is really nice.  I hope you can get those hours completed like you want so you relax and enjoy your time off.

I heard from my attorneys today.  They called to say they received my packet and they will be working on it for another week or so, and then I will receive a copy of what they are putting together for the hearing.  They said they would be letting me know of every step taken.  I appreciate being able to be in the "know" and really like these attorneys.

I'm babysitting my little fella today.  We played for a long while, then I fed him, and he's taking his nap right now.  So I'm trying to get all of my paid things and posts done before he gets back up.

Have a nice evening.  {{Hugs}}   :heart:

Julie   :cat:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: vicogden on April 05, 2012, 03:45:51 pm
I'm 47 and retired from the Air Force after 27 years of active duty 3 years ago.  I was 44 when I retired and haven't worked since.  I had the choice of money versus time and opted for the time.  I think I made the right decision.  I'm not rich, but have enough to travel and take care of those I love.

I like travel, music, movies, TV, beaches, ladies, sports, pizza and a whole lotta other stuff!
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on April 06, 2012, 01:45:00 am
Hi and thanks for stopping by.  I'm glad you are able to kick back after 27 years with the AF.  Kudos for the time spent protecting our country.  I totally understand about opting for the time rather than the money.  If you have enough to meet your living expenses and to do some of the things you enjoy then time is your commodity. 

Enjoy! 

I'm 47 and retired from the Air Force after 27 years of active duty 3 years ago.  I was 44 when I retired and haven't worked since.  I had the choice of money versus time and opted for the time.  I think I made the right decision.  I'm not rich, but have enough to travel and take care of those I love.

I like travel, music, movies, TV, beaches, ladies, sports, pizza and a whole lotta other stuff!
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on April 06, 2012, 01:48:40 am
Julie,

Yes the money should be well spent, eventually saving the difference in the tomato crop...and what ever else I'm able to fit into the grow box. 

I'm glad the attorney is moving forward on your case.  I hope this doesn't drag on too long now. 

I just know that when I do find a job I want it to be something I like.  There is nothing worse than hating your job. 

My spring break starts about May 9 and I think I'm off until the 29th or 30th.  Not sure without a calendar.  I sure need to get some cleaning done around here so I'm looking forward to having the free time. 

Kim

Oh Kim, that is just not the kind of news you need to be hearing right now.  That's way too many people being laid off and/or cut back.  I sure hope that changes in the near future.  I hope there will be something out there at the right timing when it's time for you to look.

That was steep for the lumber - goodness!  But well needed. 

When is your Spring Break.  Mine are all off this week.  20 days is really nice.  I hope you can get those hours completed like you want so you relax and enjoy your time off.

I heard from my attorneys today.  They called to say they received my packet and they will be working on it for another week or so, and then I will receive a copy of what they are putting together for the hearing.  They said they would be letting me know of every step taken.  I appreciate being able to be in the "know" and really like these attorneys.

I'm babysitting my little fella today.  We played for a long while, then I fed him, and he's taking his nap right now.  So I'm trying to get all of my paid things and posts done before he gets back up.

Have a nice evening.  {{Hugs}}   :heart:

Julie   :cat:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: maxinmotion on April 06, 2012, 02:49:15 am
Hello Everybody,

Just checking in since I have not been by for a while. Everything is fine with me, I hope all is well
with all of you.

Maxine
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: loulizlee on April 06, 2012, 09:14:45 am
To vicogden, I'm sure you made the right decision.  Thank you for your time in the military, but 27 years is enough, I think.  Enjoy everything else in life there is to do.  There are a lot of veterans in mine and my husband's families, but no career military.  The closest I can think of is the grandfather of one of my nephews' wives.  :)   He was Air Force, also.  Now retired on the lake with a boat.  :)  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on April 06, 2012, 03:36:24 pm
I'm 47 and retired from the Air Force after 27 years of active duty 3 years ago.  I was 44 when I retired and haven't worked since.  I had the choice of money versus time and opted for the time.  I think I made the right decision.  I'm not rich, but have enough to travel and take care of those I love.

I like travel, music, movies, TV, beaches, ladies, sports, pizza and a whole lotta other stuff!

If you have enough to take care of what you need, I don't blame you at all for taking time to enjoy things you like.  Thank you for your service to our country and our freedoms.  Happy Easter!  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on April 06, 2012, 03:37:50 pm
Hello Everybody,

Just checking in since I have not been by for a while. Everything is fine with me, I hope all is well
with all of you.

Maxine

Hi Maxine,

It's great to see you again!  Things are going pretty well, thank you.  I'm glad all is well for you.  Hope you have a blessed Easter!  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on April 06, 2012, 03:39:09 pm
To vicogden, I'm sure you made the right decision.  Thank you for your time in the military, but 27 years is enough, I think.  Enjoy everything else in life there is to do.  There are a lot of veterans in mine and my husband's families, but no career military.  The closest I can think of is the grandfather of one of my nephews' wives.  :)   He was Air Force, also.  Now retired on the lake with a boat.  :)  :)

Loulizlee,

Hope all is well with you and your family.  I hope you have a wonderful and blessed Easter!  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on April 06, 2012, 03:49:04 pm
Julie,

Yes the money should be well spent, eventually saving the difference in the tomato crop...and what ever else I'm able to fit into the grow box. 

I'm glad the attorney is moving forward on your case.  I hope this doesn't drag on too long now. 

I just know that when I do find a job I want it to be something I like.  There is nothing worse than hating your job. 

My spring break starts about May 9 and I think I'm off until the 29th or 30th.  Not sure without a calendar.  I sure need to get some cleaning done around here so I'm looking forward to having the free time. 

Kim

Oh Kim, that is just not the kind of news you need to be hearing right now.  That's way too many people being laid off and/or cut back.  I sure hope that changes in the near future.  I hope there will be something out there at the right timing when it's time for you to look.

That was steep for the lumber - goodness!  But well needed. 

When is your Spring Break.  Mine are all off this week.  20 days is really nice.  I hope you can get those hours completed like you want so you relax and enjoy your time off.

I heard from my attorneys today.  They called to say they received my packet and they will be working on it for another week or so, and then I will receive a copy of what they are putting together for the hearing.  They said they would be letting me know of every step taken.  I appreciate being able to be in the "know" and really like these attorneys.

I'm babysitting my little fella today.  We played for a long while, then I fed him, and he's taking his nap right now.  So I'm trying to get all of my paid things and posts done before he gets back up.

Have a nice evening.  {{Hugs}}   :heart:

Julie   :cat:

Hi Kim,

Yes, after all the work and schooling you have done, you deserve and should be able to have a job you actually like and enjoy.  I hope it works out like that!

I had a spell in Walmart today.  We went out to eat with our pastor's mom and her hubby with a gift card we had, in return for how much he helped with our air conditioner.  I went to Walmart afterwards with a gift card and had a few certain things I was looking forward to getting.  I guess I should have used my inhaler before walking in, but didn't.  I had to after I got in - my breathing was off, the cough started, and my heart was fluttering.  I did the usual 2 puffs.  Within the next 10 minutes, in the jewelry dept., I almost passed out and scared the workers.  They sat me on a chair and called the manager.  Someone got wet/cold paper towels for my neck while someone else got a cup of coffee.  I figure my sugar dropped while having an asthma attack at the same time.  I was so lightheaded, clammy, and shaking.  They were going to call an ambulance, but I asked them to please call my family.  So Roddy and Veronica came and picked me and me car up.  I've done my nebulizer and have rested since, but still feel off kilter and very weak.  Those ladies were really kind and helpful, and the manager would not leave my side until I was in the wheelchair leaving.  I sure hope tomorrow is better.

I hope you and Bob have a blessed, special, and wonderful Easter!  Talk to you later.

~ Julie ~
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Post by: golotomer on April 07, 2012, 04:05:36 am
Hi Maxine,

Good to hear from you.  What have you been up to lately?  Still speaking in classes?  Drop us a line and let us know what's up in Maxine's world. 

Kim

Hello Everybody,

Just checking in since I have not been by for a while. Everything is fine with me, I hope all is well
with all of you.

Maxine

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on April 07, 2012, 04:09:00 am
Oh Julie I'm so sorry you had that spell while you were alone.  Boy it must have come on quickly for you to go by yourself like that.  Maybe you should start taking an escort with you.  What if you would have been driving?  I know it would be hard to have someone tag along with you all the time but for safety reasons perhaps you should. 

Hope you are feeling better today.  Take better care of Julie!

Julie,

Yes the money should be well spent, eventually saving the difference in the tomato crop...and what ever else I'm able to fit into the grow box. 

I'm glad the attorney is moving forward on your case.  I hope this doesn't drag on too long now. 

I just know that when I do find a job I want it to be something I like.  There is nothing worse than hating your job. 

My spring break starts about May 9 and I think I'm off until the 29th or 30th.  Not sure without a calendar.  I sure need to get some cleaning done around here so I'm looking forward to having the free time. 

Kim

Oh Kim, that is just not the kind of news you need to be hearing right now.  That's way too many people being laid off and/or cut back.  I sure hope that changes in the near future.  I hope there will be something out there at the right timing when it's time for you to look.

That was steep for the lumber - goodness!  But well needed. 

When is your Spring Break.  Mine are all off this week.  20 days is really nice.  I hope you can get those hours completed like you want so you relax and enjoy your time off.

I heard from my attorneys today.  They called to say they received my packet and they will be working on it for another week or so, and then I will receive a copy of what they are putting together for the hearing.  They said they would be letting me know of every step taken.  I appreciate being able to be in the "know" and really like these attorneys.

I'm babysitting my little fella today.  We played for a long while, then I fed him, and he's taking his nap right now.  So I'm trying to get all of my paid things and posts done before he gets back up.

Have a nice evening.  {{Hugs}}   :heart:

Julie   :cat:

Hi Kim,

Yes, after all the work and schooling you have done, you deserve and should be able to have a job you actually like and enjoy.  I hope it works out like that!

I had a spell in Walmart today.  We went out to eat with our pastor's mom and her hubby with a gift card we had, in return for how much he helped with our air conditioner.  I went to Walmart afterwards with a gift card and had a few certain things I was looking forward to getting.  I guess I should have used my inhaler before walking in, but didn't.  I had to after I got in - my breathing was off, the cough started, and my heart was fluttering.  I did the usual 2 puffs.  Within the next 10 minutes, in the jewelry dept., I almost passed out and scared the workers.  They sat me on a chair and called the manager.  Someone got wet/cold paper towels for my neck while someone else got a cup of coffee.  I figure my sugar dropped while having an asthma attack at the same time.  I was so lightheaded, clammy, and shaking.  They were going to call an ambulance, but I asked them to please call my family.  So Roddy and Veronica came and picked me and me car up.  I've done my nebulizer and have rested since, but still feel off kilter and very weak.  Those ladies were really kind and helpful, and the manager would not leave my side until I was in the wheelchair leaving.  I sure hope tomorrow is better.

I hope you and Bob have a blessed, special, and wonderful Easter!  Talk to you later.

~ Julie ~
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: loulizlee on April 07, 2012, 10:11:20 am
Happy Easter to all of you guys.  I hope you are having good weather like here in central Virginia - just a bit chilly but sunny.  I'm glad I found this blog, and I'm enjoying getting to know you guys.

Juanita (loulizlee)
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Post by: jcribb16 on April 07, 2012, 02:23:24 pm
Happy Easter to all of you guys.  I hope you are having good weather like here in central Virginia - just a bit chilly but sunny.  I'm glad I found this blog, and I'm enjoying getting to know you guys.

Juanita (loulizlee)

Hi Juanita,

Happy Easter to you, too!  It's actually chilly here in GA - unexpected, but gladly accepted!  I am glad you found the blog, too.  It's nice making new friends, chatting, and all the while, earning a little! 

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on April 07, 2012, 02:26:06 pm
Hi Kim,

A little better today, but still not up to par.  I'm lightheaded and weak; using my nebulizer.  My sugars are in the 80s, and my bps are fine - we keep checking them.  My chest aches down deep and having more congestion.  I don't know, maybe bronchitis is trying to come back.  I'm just taking it real easy today.

Hope you and Bob are doing well.  Happy blessed Easter to you both.

Julie :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on April 08, 2012, 04:06:06 pm
Happy and Blessed Easter, everyone!
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on April 09, 2012, 01:42:25 am
Hi everyone.  I hope your Easter was good.  I tried to post yesterday but FC was running so slow and my message just sat on the clock.  I was in a rush so shut down.

We had a busy weekend.  She sealed the deck, which is quite large, built my above ground grow box, put on a new door *bleep* in the garage, housecleaning, shopping, etc so we were on the run. 

Busy week ahead too.  I'm looking forward to spring break in May for sure!!!~

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: sofistak8ed on April 09, 2012, 03:14:03 am
I am a 31yo (32 in 14 days), father of two kids but not biologically, unemployed man who is just trying to get this damn felony off my record so I can at least get looked at in the job market. But I do enjoy grilling outside on a nice day with the dogs and the family. I want to go back to school for business soon and really hope that works out for me cuz I'm going stir crazy not working. I have a timeshare but can't use it due to overbooking and NO EXTRA $. Well I hope everyone's week is blessed and fun filled... :icon_rr:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on April 09, 2012, 03:56:51 pm
Hi everyone.  I hope your Easter was good.  I tried to post yesterday but FC was running so slow and my message just sat on the clock.  I was in a rush so shut down.

We had a busy weekend.  She sealed the deck, which is quite large, built my above ground grow box, put on a new door *bleep* in the garage, housecleaning, shopping, etc so we were on the run. 

Busy week ahead too.  I'm looking forward to spring break in May for sure!!!~

Kim

That has happened to me before with the running slow and not getting my message to go through.

Goodness, you all did a lot this weekend!  Definitely on the run.  I know you are more than ready for May!

Quiet day today.  Roddy had to run his bus for the other county, but our county was still off today, so my son and daughter had it off.  My daughter, however, filled in for Roddy's monitor (and me since I'm the sub) so she will get paid an extra day.  I had a bad reflux attack with the spasm (where it feels like what they say a heart attack feels like) which triggered the asthma again.  So today is another inside rest day for me.  My lung doctor is calling me back tomorrow about it.

Hope today went well for you.  My dil's mom FB messaged me that dil is expecting, due in Dec.

Talk to you later!

Julie
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on April 09, 2012, 04:00:33 pm
I am a 31yo (32 in 14 days), father of two kids but not biologically, unemployed man who is just trying to get this damn felony off my record so I can at least get looked at in the job market. But I do enjoy grilling outside on a nice day with the dogs and the family. I want to go back to school for business soon and really hope that works out for me cuz I'm going stir crazy not working. I have a timeshare but can't use it due to overbooking and NO EXTRA $. Well I hope everyone's week is blessed and fun filled... :icon_rr:

Hi and welcome - it's nice to meet you.  I hope things work out for you with a job - so needed by so many of us, but not so many available with today's economy.  Good luck with that and going back to school for business sounds like a great idea.  I hope your week is going well, too.  :)
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Post by: golotomer on April 10, 2012, 01:44:43 am
I am a 31yo (32 in 14 days), father of two kids but not biologically, unemployed man who is just trying to get this damn felony off my record so I can at least get looked at in the job market. But I do enjoy grilling outside on a nice day with the dogs and the family. I want to go back to school for business soon and really hope that works out for me cuz I'm going stir crazy not working. I have a timeshare but can't use it due to overbooking and NO EXTRA $. Well I hope everyone's week is blessed and fun filled... :icon_rr:

Good luck to you.  It sounds like you have the wolves beating at your door but keep your spirits up and do what's right and it will all fall in place. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on April 10, 2012, 01:47:50 am
Julie,

Sorry you are still battling.  What did the doc say yesterday? 

On the run this morning.  I fell to sleep way too early last night.  Didn't get the supper dishes done and have those and other chores to get done before school this morning.  I don't like feeling so rushed.  I'm tired and just don't feel like doing all the daily things a woman is expected to do right now.  I'd eat a p&b sandwich and move on.  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: loulizlee on April 10, 2012, 04:25:48 pm
I got to watch my four-year-old grandson yesterday while his mother had a doctor's appointment, and today the three of us went to the park and watched him play and ride his bike.  I love watching the changes that each age brings.  When you are a parent, sometimes you miss so much just having to keep up with parenting and making a living.  Grandparents have the best job.  Four is a great age.  They love to be loved and to be watched -  "Watch this, Grammy" and "Look at me, Grammy."  And then "Watch me, Grandpa" when grandpa is along.  We are having the time of our lives.  Our daughter was an only child, and now we get to watch a boy grow up. 

Juanita
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Post by: jcribb16 on April 10, 2012, 07:07:47 pm
I got to watch my four-year-old grandson yesterday while his mother had a doctor's appointment, and today the three of us went to the park and watched him play and ride his bike.  I love watching the changes that each age brings.  When you are a parent, sometimes you miss so much just having to keep up with parenting and making a living.  Grandparents have the best job.  Four is a great age.  They love to be loved and to be watched -  "Watch this, Grammy" and "Look at me, Grammy."  And then "Watch me, Grandpa" when grandpa is along.  We are having the time of our lives.  Our daughter was an only child, and now we get to watch a boy grow up. 

Juanita

I agree with you!  There's just nothing like a grandchild's love for us.  I'm glad you got to spend time with him yesterday and having fun at the park.  That is making some special and great memories.  :)
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Post by: jcribb16 on April 10, 2012, 07:13:26 pm
Julie,

Sorry you are still battling.  What did the doc say yesterday? 

On the run this morning.  I fell to sleep way too early last night.  Didn't get the supper dishes done and have those and other chores to get done before school this morning.  I don't like feeling so rushed.  I'm tired and just don't feel like doing all the daily things a woman is expected to do right now.  I'd eat a p&b sandwich and move on.  :)
Shows how tired you are with falling asleep too early.  You are doing so much between school, interning, home, family, outside things - no wonder!  I feel for your tiredness and can relate.  Just take care of you and stop and rest now and then when you feel overtired.  {{Hugs}} to you.

The dr. prescribed an antibiotic for the bronchitis, along with using the nebulizer, which I was already using.  She said if I have another attack like Friday and/or Sunday, to have my family take me in to ER so they can do more while I'm having a hard time of it.  I hope that doesn't happen - I don't want to go there!

I'll be babysitting my little buddy Thurs. and Fri. afternoon, and probably next week.  I do enjoy that time with him.  I so miss my grands and he acts like we are his family - that means a lot!

Hope tomorrow is better for you!  Get some rest!

Julie  :)
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Post by: golotomer on April 11, 2012, 01:38:48 am
Good morning ladies,

I agree with the grandbabies stuff.  I don't get to see mine near often enough either.  One is older, married and living in California and the other two live in West Virginia.  I saw them quite often when they were smaller but I can't travel the way I used to. 

Julie I sure hope the antibiotics kick in and you feel better soon.  I fear this will be a bad spring and summer for allergies because of the mild winter.  Do you feel better or worse when it's raining?  Rain get wet the pollen down but then the humidity sometimes will affect your breathing too.  It's just a constant battle. 

I signed up to help transcribe the 1940 census and did two pages last night.  Off to try to get another done this morning.  I found my mother but have yet to find my dad and his family.  It's really not searchable yet so you have to page through the various enumeration areas to find people. 

TTYL,

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on April 11, 2012, 09:46:56 am
Hi Kim,

I agree, spring and summer are not easy at all for those suffering with allergies and/or asthma.  The rain does help a lot, when the humidity is low afterwards.  But not when it's high and sticky and overwhelmingly hot air to try and breathe in.  It really is a constant struggle.

I saw you were helping transcribe the 1940 Census.  I'm really not sure what that means to help?  I re-joined Ancestry.com and am looking at the 1940 Census for helps and clues on my family sides.  It's fun but so time consuming, when you have to branch out from this link to follow something, only to have the other links waiting; then following links from those links, lol.  But it's well worth it!  And I'm glad you've found your mother!

Hanging in there today.  We have a Church Business Meeting tonight, so I have my last quarter's notes and minutes typed and ready.

Hope your day is productive and nice for you!

Julie  :)
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Post by: loulizlee on April 11, 2012, 10:17:53 am
I have been a member of Ancestry.com off and on for several years.  I enjoy looking for my ancestors, but I do agree it does take a lot of time.  I have actually found some cousins I didn't know I had and have corresponded with them.  I am planning to meet one of them that lives fairly close to me sometime soon, I hope.  We are now friends on Facebook and keep in touch.  I am a little disappointed in the 1940 census.  I thought it would be indexed by name.  Maybe I should watch the tutorial.  :)

Juanita
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on April 12, 2012, 02:15:58 am
I have been a member of Ancestry.com off and on for several years.  I enjoy looking for my ancestors, but I do agree it does take a lot of time.  I have actually found some cousins I didn't know I had and have corresponded with them.  I am planning to meet one of them that lives fairly close to me sometime soon, I hope.  We are now friends on Facebook and keep in touch.  I am a little disappointed in the 1940 census.  I thought it would be indexed by name.  Maybe I should watch the tutorial.  :)

Juanita

Juanita, 

I love doing research on my family tree and have found out a lot about all sides of my family.  I too have met cousins that I didn't know I had in the process.  I'm still a member of Ancestry but just not a paid subscriber at this time. 

You should watch the tutorial so you can figure out how to find your family in the 1940 census.  If you can figure out the enumeration district it isn't too hard to find them. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on April 12, 2012, 07:54:09 pm
I have been a member of Ancestry.com off and on for several years.  I enjoy looking for my ancestors, but I do agree it does take a lot of time.  I have actually found some cousins I didn't know I had and have corresponded with them.  I am planning to meet one of them that lives fairly close to me sometime soon, I hope.  We are now friends on Facebook and keep in touch.  I am a little disappointed in the 1940 census.  I thought it would be indexed by name.  Maybe I should watch the tutorial.  :)

Juanita
That's neat you are getting to meet a cousin - especially when it's someone you didn't know you even had!  It's nice you are already keeping up on FB.  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on April 12, 2012, 07:58:39 pm
Hi Kim,

Hope your week is winding down for you - Happy Friday!  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: mstevenson2 on April 12, 2012, 08:32:30 pm
hi i also crochet and im on here face book and i found a new social site called cross tv its religious based you invite and accept just like face book  so you might check it out
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on April 13, 2012, 02:32:55 am
hi i also crochet and im on here face book and i found a new social site called cross tv its religious based you invite and accept just like face book  so you might check it out

Hi mstevenson2.  Thanks for stopping by.  I had never heard for cross tv.  I'll have to check it out but right now I don't know how I'd find the time to keep up with another social network. :P  It sounds like a great concept though. 

What do you like to crochet?  I love doing afghans, hats and scarves but would also like to try my hand at a few sweaters.  I used to make my kids sweaters when they were young but haven't done clothing in years. 

TTYL,

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on April 13, 2012, 02:38:34 am
Hi Kim,

Hope your week is winding down for you - Happy Friday!  :)

Julie,

Yeah it's Friday!  I've had a really busy week.  I started the transcribing for 1940 census and have submitted over 11 projects.   The handwriting is atrocious on some of these files so it's a best guess but I have a 94% rate that isn't under arbitration by the quality checkers so I guess that's not too bad.  I'll keep going until they tell me I suck at it and they would rather not have my help. 

If I get a name I don't recognize I try to go out on Ancestry and look for the person so I can spell the name correctly but dang it's tough sometimes. 

We got most of the top soil, peat moss and cow manure we need to fill the above ground grow box Bob built me last weekend.  My son is coming today and I'll enlist his help with moving, opening and pouring the 40 pound bags into the grow box.  :) 

How are you coming along on your projects?  I've been so tired this week.  I just can't seem to get myself motivated to do everything around the house, or even school work that needs done.  I'm keeping up but alot of the time its last minute rushing so I'm not overdue on anything.  Usually I have things done ahead of time but the burn out has gotten to me lately. 

Take care!

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on April 13, 2012, 07:03:30 pm
hi i also crochet and im on here face book and i found a new social site called cross tv its religious based you invite and accept just like face book  so you might check it out

Hi and welcome!  I've not heard of cross tv - thanks for letting us know about it.  I haven't crocheted in years but would love to do some winter hats and scarves.  Maybe soon!  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on April 13, 2012, 07:11:18 pm
Hi Kim,

Yay!  Friday!  Hope you have a relaxed evening with Bob.  Your son, too, if he's there tonight.

That sounds really neat transcribing the Census like that.  I saw it on FB on my wall, to click if interested.  Does it pay?

I'm glad you'll have your son helping you with emptying the bags into the grow box. You're going to have a beautiful spot when it's ready and blooming!

I babysat this afternoon.  Tonight, our pastor's mom and dad came over to visit for awhile.  So now, I actually am getting in here to respond.

I understand burn out, totally.  Just find some Kim time here and there so it won't get to you.  Hope to "see" you tomorrow!

~ Julie ~   :cat:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on April 14, 2012, 10:11:11 pm
 :cat:   Hope you are enjoying the weekend!  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on April 15, 2012, 01:35:20 am
Julie,

My son didn't end up coming.  They were forced to pay to get their cat neutered so that was an unplanned expense that left them too broke to buy gas for the trip here. 

Bob actually got all of the dirt, compost and cow manure poured into the grow box on Friday night.  All told the darn box ended up costing me close to 200 dollars.  Those are going to be some expensive eats for this summer.  (Wood, a new sledge hammer, a new whatchamacall it that he needed to dig up the ground, all the dirt, compost, manure and he burned up his saw in the process too!)

I bought two purple phlox ground covers for  a dollar each and replanted those, bought seeds to start cilantro and parsley in pots too.  I got two rows of green beans planted and two rows of cucumbers.  I'll wait a bit to get the tomatoes planted though.  I got the seeds in the ground before it rained yesterday and we're supposed to have rain pretty much all week. 

I thought I'd try to save grooming money for the dogs and purchased a set of clippers.  What a mistake.  My dog is so matted the clippers wouldn't go through the mats.  I had to hand cut a lot of her hair and I'll still need to send her to a groomer because she is a mess!  It will have to wait until next week as I'm now close to broke again.   I have just some chunk change left for the week but a friend called and wants me to ride with her to a big flea market that is only open on Sunday so I'm going to go out for the afternoon but I have to get home in time to get a bunch of homework done to start the week. 

Come on spring break! 

Hope your weekend is going well.  Any more word on seeing the girls?

Kim
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Post by: loulizlee on April 15, 2012, 07:39:40 am
Crocheting is one of my favorite hobbies, also.  Mostly I like to crochet simple scarves or afghans so I don't have to think about it too much when I am relaxing or watching TV.  :)

I am interested in the subject of transcribing the census.  I ran into a brick wall for years until I found out one of my ancestor's last name was so horribly written by the census taker that the transcriber obviously could not read it and it was way off!!  I wonder why they didn't print.

Juanita
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on April 15, 2012, 02:19:10 pm
Hi Kim,

Sorry your son wasn't able to come.  You and Bob got a lot done - that's neat!  You should take some before (just planted) pictures and some after pictures (blooming.)  It's kind of sad it all costs so much to do it.

Your comments about grooming your dog remind me recently of Veronica having the same idea with her dog.  To save money, she bought some kind of cutting kit to clip her dog's fur.  Lol, poor thing looked like she had a layered *bleep* lool!  But, hey, it was a lot cheaper than taking her in, and Fluff is now cooler! 

Hope you can get some homework done.  Have a nice Monday!

Julie
Oh, and still no word about the girls.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on April 15, 2012, 02:23:41 pm
Crocheting is one of my favorite hobbies, also.  Mostly I like to crochet simple scarves or afghans so I don't have to think about it too much when I am relaxing or watching TV.  :)

I am interested in the subject of transcribing the census.  I ran into a brick wall for years until I found out one of my ancestor's last name was so horribly written by the census taker that the transcriber obviously could not read it and it was way off!!  I wonder why they didn't print.

Juanita

That sounds great being able to watch tv while crocheting and not having to think about it much!  I don't now if I could keep my eyes off of what I was doing, lol!

Wow - I'm glad you were finally able to find out who your ancestor was!

Hope your weekend is going well for you!  :)
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Post by: scentsationalsexy on April 15, 2012, 03:06:12 pm
:cat:  I'm married, have 3 grown children, and 2 precious small granddaughters.  I teach Elementary Music part-time.  Because of my asthma issue and tests out-of-town, I can't work full-time right now.  I am very thankful for my job.
 We have 3 cats and 1 dog (1 cat is mine - her picture is the one you see.)  I play the guitar, a little piano, sing (although on temporary break until new meds kick in), cross-stitch, read, and try to earn a little extra by joining sites like FC (super site!)  My hubby and I just love being Nana and Papa!!
I like your stuffed animals/yogurt episode! :)

I am 37 years old, single and just enjoying life as it comes.  I am also in school pursing a double major. cant wait to finish.  Life for me has been very unique.  Challenges everyday but the good part about it is that I always get past those challenges and grew stronger.  I am looking forward to many amazing things to come my way in the upcoming years. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on April 16, 2012, 02:41:54 am
Crocheting is one of my favorite hobbies, also.  Mostly I like to crochet simple scarves or afghans so I don't have to think about it too much when I am relaxing or watching TV.  :)

I am interested in the subject of transcribing the census.  I ran into a brick wall for years until I found out one of my ancestor's last name was so horribly written by the census taker that the transcriber obviously could not read it and it was way off!!  I wonder why they didn't print.

Juanita

Juanita,

You are the same as me when it comes to crochet.  I want simple patterns that I can memorize quickly and don't have to think about too much while I'm watching tv or other things...like the races. 

You are right too about how the census takers wrote.  They spelled things the way they heard them so if someone had an accent it really got garbled.  There wasn't much clarification on how to spell.  My mother's family name got changed from LeSuer to Leasure to Lasher through the years. 

The handwriting is very difficult on some of the census records. Especially if they had the flowing cursive handwritting.  S looked life F for instance. 

If you are interested in transcribing you can search for Family Search indexing and it should walk you through the steps.  You have to download their program which will allow you to download the batches.  Let me know if you have any questions.

Kim
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Post by: golotomer on April 16, 2012, 02:45:13 am
Julie, 

I will take some pictures of the before and after. 

I went to the flea market but didn't buy anything.  They did have a lot of vendors there selling produce and plants pretty cheap so I'll have to go back there again. 

I fell to sleep on the couch around 8 and overslept until 5:30 this morning.   I don't know what's wrong with me.  I'm just exhausted all the time.  I really need the spring break!

Later. 

Kim

Hi Kim,

Sorry your son wasn't able to come.  You and Bob got a lot done - that's neat!  You should take some before (just planted) pictures and some after pictures (blooming.)  It's kind of sad it all costs so much to do it.

Your comments about grooming your dog remind me recently of Veronica having the same idea with her dog.  To save money, she bought some kind of cutting kit to clip her dog's fur.  Lol, poor thing looked like she had a layered *bleep* lool!  But, hey, it was a lot cheaper than taking her in, and Fluff is now cooler! 

Hope you can get some homework done.  Have a nice Monday!

Julie
Oh, and still no word about the girls.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: loulizlee on April 16, 2012, 03:30:07 pm
Kim, Thank you so much for the information about transcribing.  I will check into it and let you know. 

Hope you guys have a great week.  It is much warmer here in Virginia today.  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on April 16, 2012, 06:25:52 pm
:cat:  I'm married, have 3 grown children, and 2 precious small granddaughters.  I teach Elementary Music part-time.  Because of my asthma issue and tests out-of-town, I can't work full-time right now.  I am very thankful for my job.
 We have 3 cats and 1 dog (1 cat is mine - her picture is the one you see.)  I play the guitar, a little piano, sing (although on temporary break until new meds kick in), cross-stitch, read, and try to earn a little extra by joining sites like FC (super site!)  My hubby and I just love being Nana and Papa!!
I like your stuffed animals/yogurt episode! :)

I am 37 years old, single and just enjoying life as it comes.  I am also in school pursing a double major. cant wait to finish.  Life for me has been very unique.  Challenges everyday but the good part about it is that I always get past those challenges and grew stronger.  I am looking forward to many amazing things to come my way in the upcoming years. 
Hi and welcome!  You are certainly one busy lady with a double major!  When should you finish?  What are your majors?  I agree about challenges making us stronger - they have to when we hang tight and push through them.  Hope to chat some more!  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on April 16, 2012, 06:35:14 pm
Hi Kim,

Your exhaustion - could it be related to the Fibro?  I wanted to let you know (unless I already did - sorry if I'm repeating myself, lol) that Veronica is going for bloodwork tomorrow to test for Fibro.  Apparently many symptoms she's having lately, and has had off and on and getting worse, are related to Fibro.  Please pray for her - she's still so young for more pain on her like this.  Thank you.

Only a couple of more weeks until Spring Break.  Hang in there, girl!  I'm sure your brain is tired, too.  You've had a lot going on in your life from different things - no wonder you are exhausted. 

I babysat again today - the only day this week.  His mom says he's saying "Go see Juju - pways bwocks and choo choo twain wif me."  He's adorable and busy!!  Yep, I get down on the floor with him - he loves the blocks and making trains, towers, and houses, lol.

Take it easy, okay?  Talk to you tomorrow!

~ Julie ~  {{Hugs}}




Julie, 

I will take some pictures of the before and after. 

I went to the flea market but didn't buy anything.  They did have a lot of vendors there selling produce and plants pretty cheap so I'll have to go back there again. 

I fell to sleep on the couch around 8 and overslept until 5:30 this morning.   I don't know what's wrong with me.  I'm just exhausted all the time.  I really need the spring break!

Later. 

Kim

Hi Kim,

Sorry your son wasn't able to come.  You and Bob got a lot done - that's neat!  You should take some before (just planted) pictures and some after pictures (blooming.)  It's kind of sad it all costs so much to do it.

Your comments about grooming your dog remind me recently of Veronica having the same idea with her dog.  To save money, she bought some kind of cutting kit to clip her dog's fur.  Lol, poor thing looked like she had a layered *bleep* lool!  But, hey, it was a lot cheaper than taking her in, and Fluff is now cooler! 

Hope you can get some homework done.  Have a nice Monday!

Julie
Oh, and still no word about the girls.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: springsgardner on April 16, 2012, 09:56:29 pm
I'm as busy as ever with my 6 kids and home schooling. I decided to start blogging more heavily outside FC. I opened up 6 new blogs with 6 things I am interested in because I have focused so much of my energy on my family and I wanted to express myself in 6 areas I am interested in.

My blogs, just incase you were wondering what I'm interested in are: Home schooling in the burbs, there are chickens in my back yard, eating healthy and loving it, becky's work at home mom blog, politics & religion, and randomly creative corner (it's my misc blog in case I find more things I'm interested in). I was super cheap when I bought my domains. I do hope some people will read them, but I figure that anything with "info" at the end instead of "com" won't rank well on google.

I've also learned how to make youtube videos that don't take hours upon hours to upload, but still be interesting and fun to make.

It's a cheap outlet. I don't have to leave home or buy thousands of dollars of craft supplies to express myself.

Anyway, that's what I've been up to since I last contributed to this thread.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on April 17, 2012, 01:15:18 am
Springsgardner...

Wow, you are one busy lady!  Your blogs all sound interesting.  How would one find the exact sites?  I'd love to read/follow some of your posts. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on April 17, 2012, 01:21:24 am
Julie,

Hoping for the best for Veronica.  Keep me posted on their findings. 

I'm sure some of what I experience is related to the fibro but I guess I try to live in a state of denial.  Some days I just concede to old age, some days I blame the fibro and others I think are because I really am burning the candle at both ends. 

I'm glad you have a fun day playing bwoks with your buddy.  Having him around probably keeps your mind off your other problems for at least a short whle. 

My daughter bought a puppy the other day.  She got it to help her son transition his loneliness when his older sister leaves for college.  I posted a picture on fb this morning.  They haven't named him yet but I'll keep you posted.  He cried the entire time my daughter was trying to take a shower yesterday and was the only one at home with him.  He wants to be in your lap constantly.  My kind of dog.  I know from past experiences that if a dog doesn't work out for them it usually ends up at my house.  My mind is saying no no no but my lap is saying yes yes yes. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on April 17, 2012, 01:22:09 am
The new puppy. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on April 17, 2012, 06:49:44 am
Hi Kim,

Veronica had her labwork done this morning.  I'll let you know what they find out.

The puppy is adorable!!!  You're so cute!  No, no, no, but lap says yes, yes, yes!!!  He looks so sweet!

Maybe your exhaustion is just a combination of all you mentioned - it would definitely make sense.  I hope you can get some honest to goodness rest during your break.

I have to sub today on Roddy's bus.  His monitor is still out from her surgery.  Extra money, so that's good.

Fires have started up down here already.  There's a couple near our area and several just across the FL/GA line, too.  Smoke in the air is becoming a regular - too soon for me and a little too strong.  Good thing they are all wildfires - except for the pine trees that are others' livelihood - I feel bad for them, especially after losing so much last summer.

Hope you are having a nice day and evening,

~ Julie ~


Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on April 17, 2012, 06:53:06 am
I'm as busy as ever with my 6 kids and home schooling. I decided to start blogging more heavily outside FC. I opened up 6 new blogs with 6 things I am interested in because I have focused so much of my energy on my family and I wanted to express myself in 6 areas I am interested in.

My blogs, just incase you were wondering what I'm interested in are: Home schooling in the burbs, there are chickens in my back yard, eating healthy and loving it, becky's work at home mom blog, politics & religion, and randomly creative corner (it's my misc blog in case I find more things I'm interested in). I was super cheap when I bought my domains. I do hope some people will read them, but I figure that anything with "info" at the end instead of "com" won't rank well on google.

I've also learned how to make youtube videos that don't take hours upon hours to upload, but still be interesting and fun to make.

It's a cheap outlet. I don't have to leave home or buy thousands of dollars of craft supplies to express myself.

Anyway, that's what I've been up to since I last contributed to this thread.

It's great to see you again!  You have definitely been busy.  Let us know where your blogs are - I would love to check them out!!  I hope homeschooling is going well for you.  That's neat what you've learned to do with making you tube videos!  Keep us posted!  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: ejholt on April 17, 2012, 09:45:01 am
I am 71 years old and retired 9 years ago but after a year at home I got a job at Wal mart as a people greeter.  I needed the extra money to live on and now have money to go on a few trips.  My cousin and I went to Panama City, Fla year before last but we did not go anywhere last year.  I had knee replacement this past January and did very well.  Now I can walk alot better and am able to go on another trip when I get enough time off from work.  I have 3 children, 7 grandchildren and 13 great grand Children.  I am in good health and I than God for that and hope to take a trip this summer this year if I do not have to go by myself.  May God bless each of you and keep you safe.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: loulizlee on April 17, 2012, 10:35:58 am
Hi, ejholt, I will be 70 in August, so we have something in common.  I also retired several years ago.  I have not had knee replacement, but I may have to in the future.  I'm so glad you're doing better, though.  I was wondering something, however; I thought I heard that Walmart had let go their greeters, in some places, anyway.  Is that true?

God bless you, too.

Juanita (loulizlee)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on April 18, 2012, 01:43:44 am
I am 71 years old and retired 9 years ago but after a year at home I got a job at Wal mart as a people greeter.  I needed the extra money to live on and now have money to go on a few trips.  My cousin and I went to Panama City, Fla year before last but we did not go anywhere last year.  I had knee replacement this past January and did very well.  Now I can walk alot better and am able to go on another trip when I get enough time off from work.  I have 3 children, 7 grandchildren and 13 great grand Children.  I am in good health and I than God for that and hope to take a trip this summer this year if I do not have to go by myself.  May God bless each of you and keep you safe.

Welcome!  I'm glad you are getting to enjoy your retirement and getting to travel some.  Even if you do have to work a part time job it puts a little change in your pocket and keeps you active. 

I hope you stop by again to chat. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on April 18, 2012, 01:46:28 am
Kim, Thank you so much for the information about transcribing.  I will check into it and let you know. 

Hope you guys have a great week.  It is much warmer here in Virginia today.  :)

So far I've submitted almost 1700 names.  I try to do a couple of pages a day.  It's really interesting seeing all the different names and where they came from.  I've been working on New Hampshire and Florida.  NH had a lot of French Canadians and even in 1940 you can see that FL was becoming a retirement community.  Hardly anyone was native Floridians. 

Let me know if you get started on the project.  We can compare notes.

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on April 18, 2012, 01:53:37 am
Wow on the fires Julie.  I know the wind has been horrific the last few days.  I know when Bob came home from Florida last month he said he could smell the fires burning from the interstate. 

I hope I get some rest during break too but there are little things I want to get done that require movement...cleaning closets, yard work, yard sales!   My mind will feel more rested if I can catch up around here some. 

I only have about 20 more hours of interning to finish.  Should be done April 30 or May 1st. 

Don't you just love all the gardening pictures and ideas we've been posting on FB?  I can wait to find some old boots and shoes to plant in and we do have an old dresser in the carport I want Bob to pull out so I can plant in.  Right now Jess's outdoor swingset, slide and lawn chairs are in the way but she is supposed to be getting them this weekend. 

I have seedum growing wild all over the back yard and I want to grab a bunch of it, some of the vinca and some more hens and chicks to plant in the dresser.  What else can you think of that would be a perrennial and easy to care for?  Any ideas appreciated! 

Off to transcribe. 

Kim

P.S. Try not to overdo it subbing today.  Keep me posted on Veronica. 

Hi Kim,

Veronica had her labwork done this morning.  I'll let you know what they find out.

The puppy is adorable!!!  You're so cute!  No, no, no, but lap says yes, yes, yes!!!  He looks so sweet!

Maybe your exhaustion is just a combination of all you mentioned - it would definitely make sense.  I hope you can get some honest to goodness rest during your break.

I have to sub today on Roddy's bus.  His monitor is still out from her surgery.  Extra money, so that's good.

Fires have started up down here already.  There's a couple near our area and several just across the FL/GA line, too.  Smoke in the air is becoming a regular - too soon for me and a little too strong.  Good thing they are all wildfires - except for the pine trees that are others' livelihood - I feel bad for them, especially after losing so much last summer.

Hope you are having a nice day and evening,

~ Julie ~



Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: loulizlee on April 18, 2012, 08:17:29 am
The puppy is soooo cute - I want one!!!!!!
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on April 18, 2012, 11:36:02 am
Kim,

Here is a site that lists 10 easy to care for perennials.  There are a few I wouldn't mind trying.
 http://gardening.about.com/od/perennials/tp/Low-Maintenance-Plants.htm  There were some more cute ideas on FB today - I shared any that came my way.  The Crocs idea one is really cute and pretty. 

This nasty headcold has taken over and is going down in my chest - I feel horrible - I hate this on top of everything else.

I'm glad your intern hours are dwindling down - that's got to be an almost relief! 

There was one fire, here, that started a year ago, the Honey Prairie Wildfire, that has finally, after a year, been put out!  No homes burned and no one seriously injured.  The fire burned around 483 square miles.  I'm glad that one is out now!  I shared it on FB, from hubby, who wrote about it.

I know what you mean about feeling better about things if the house is cleaner - I agree totally, too.

Keep up the transcribing - sounds like you are doing well!

Julie









Wow on the fires Julie.  I know the wind has been horrific the last few days.  I know when Bob came home from Florida last month he said he could smell the fires burning from the interstate. 

I hope I get some rest during break too but there are little things I want to get done that require movement...cleaning closets, yard work, yard sales!   My mind will feel more rested if I can catch up around here some. 

I only have about 20 more hours of interning to finish.  Should be done April 30 or May 1st. 

Don't you just love all the gardening pictures and ideas we've been posting on FB?  I can wait to find some old boots and shoes to plant in and we do have an old dresser in the carport I want Bob to pull out so I can plant in.  Right now Jess's outdoor swingset, slide and lawn chairs are in the way but she is supposed to be getting them this weekend. 

I have seedum growing wild all over the back yard and I want to grab a bunch of it, some of the vinca and some more hens and chicks to plant in the dresser.  What else can you think of that would be a perrennial and easy to care for?  Any ideas appreciated! 

Off to transcribe. 

Kim

P.S. Try not to overdo it subbing today.  Keep me posted on Veronica. 

Hi Kim,

Veronica had her labwork done this morning.  I'll let you know what they find out.

The puppy is adorable!!!  You're so cute!  No, no, no, but lap says yes, yes, yes!!!  He looks so sweet!

Maybe your exhaustion is just a combination of all you mentioned - it would definitely make sense.  I hope you can get some honest to goodness rest during your break.

I have to sub today on Roddy's bus.  His monitor is still out from her surgery.  Extra money, so that's good.

Fires have started up down here already.  There's a couple near our area and several just across the FL/GA line, too.  Smoke in the air is becoming a regular - too soon for me and a little too strong.  Good thing they are all wildfires - except for the pine trees that are others' livelihood - I feel bad for them, especially after losing so much last summer.

Hope you are having a nice day and evening,

~ Julie ~



Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on April 18, 2012, 11:39:33 am
I am 71 years old and retired 9 years ago but after a year at home I got a job at Wal mart as a people greeter.  I needed the extra money to live on and now have money to go on a few trips.  My cousin and I went to Panama City, Fla year before last but we did not go anywhere last year.  I had knee replacement this past January and did very well.  Now I can walk alot better and am able to go on another trip when I get enough time off from work.  I have 3 children, 7 grandchildren and 13 great grand Children.  I am in good health and I than God for that and hope to take a trip this summer this year if I do not have to go by myself.  May God bless each of you and keep you safe.

Welcome and it's nice to meet you!  I'm really glad you are doing well from your knee replacement!  I do hope you get to go on another trip - those are enjoyable!  Wow!  You are a busy grandmother/great-grandmother!  That's neat how many you have!  I have 3 grown children, and 2 grandchildren, with another on the way.  I love being Nana!  God bless you, too, and hope to see you plenty more!  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on April 19, 2012, 03:38:27 am
I hope you won't mind me long message this morning.  I've been up since 4:30 doing homework and the supper dishes are still in the sink.  I haven't had my shower yet and I have to leave in an hour so I'm feeling frantic but I just felt the need to vent.  I'm upset at the office manager where I'm interning because of a situation that I feel is unfair.  Two weeks ago Monday I went in to work and all but 2 out of a staff of 8 were not there.  The doctor, the nurse practioner, two medical assistants and the audiologist were all gone leaving nothing but the allergist and the front desk clerk.  When I arrived the other two girls told me I might as well leave as there was nothing to do.  So having better things to do than sit for 3 hours doing nothing...I went home.  Keep in mind that they never had any hours for me on Fridays because they close the office half a day or my hours would have been done much quicker.  Keep in mind too that I went in and worked on days when I had no school, Good Friday and the day after Easter because I knew they were open and had a busy schedule. 

When the office manager had me sign my hours this week she had me marked as absent on that day.  I asked her about it and she said...you were scheduled to work.  I told her the situation but she refused to remove the absent mark.  This goes against my grade and I told her that.  She just shrugged and walked away.  I told her I would be contesting the mark and I will.  I don't think it is fair and it is her job to make sure her demands are clear and I was never told that I was to stay when the doctors were not in the office nor told not to leave when any of the other staff tells me to or suggests that I do so. 

I used to be a supervisor and I feel I would have handled the situation differently and don't understand why people have to manage things the way she does/did with no sense of fairness. 

I also had to write a graduation speech this morning and it made me sob and cry.  I'd like to share it with you....perhaps in reading you will understand some of the frustration I'm going through and get to know me a little better.  :)

I would like to thank my friends and family for being here this evening.  I want to thank each of you for putting up with my ranting and raving for the past 18 months too.  There were many days when I would become frustrated and threaten to quit and just go get a job.  After all, no woman who is close to 60 years old has any business being in school.  She’d have to be out of her mind to pursue a new career at that age when she should be studying manuals on retirement communities. 

In 2009 I lost a job I loved and had worked at for over 20 years, due to outsourcing of my IT position to another country.  The land of the dot com industry that I knew and loved had changed.  Stumbling through a down economy with a lack of income, at nearly retirement age,  in a changing work landscape, placed me in Sharon, in school  at LTI.  In the words of John Lennon – Life is what happens to you while you’re busy making other plans.
 
Someday I hope that the changes I’ve had to go through will all make sense.  I will continue to try to laugh at the confusion, smile through the tears and keep reminding myself that  everything happens for a reason.

The staff here at LTI has been awesome and I will always have great things to say about their teaching abilities and dedication.  Many of the things they have taught me and things about each of their unique personalities will forever be ingrained in my mind… as long as I still have one. 
I have learned many valuable tidbits of information and new skills that I hope will be evident to any new employer I might work for in the future.   I have always believed and said that one is never too old to learn something new.  The fact that I’m standing here this evening wearing a cap and gown is living proof of that belief. 

I’d like to congratulate all the graduates on their achievements on this special occasion. I hope you will take the chance to thank those who have supported and guided you in your journey --- your parents, teachers, loved ones, friends and your community. I wish you every success in your future studies and endeavors.

In closing I’d like to share the following quote I ran across and relate to

Graduation is only a concept. In real life every day you graduate. Graduation is a process that goes on until the last day of your life. If you can grasp that, you'll make a difference. ~Arie Pencovici

Thank you for your attention and for lending me your ear. 

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on April 19, 2012, 06:16:04 pm
Hi Kim,

I never mind any of your messages, whether long or short.  I feel for you and am glad you did write this message.  The situation with your office manager doesn't sound good.  You were the one who showed up for your work, only to find out no one contacted you about most not being there.  There was no work for you, and the 2 who were there told you that you could leave.  Were you to stand there and argue with them?  No, you did as they suggested.  I would definitely contest this - you did as you were told, what else does she expect?   :dontknow:   Who do go to about contesting it?  I'm praying and hoping they listen to you, take into consideration what happened that day, and give you the benefit of the doubt.  We're speaking of 3 hours, not a whole day, for goodness sakes.  I'd be very upset, too.  Hang in there and let me know what happens.

Your graduation speech is very good, very moving, and even has a couple spots of perfectly placed humor.  I like the quotes you included.  I like that you included what happened with your other job, which in essence led you to this job, because of how it worked with you with the financial end, while training for the field.  Thank you for sharing it with me - I feel honored!   8)  When do you have to give it?

I hope you sleep good tonight; hope you waited on those dishes until later; and I hope you had a much better and more relaxed evening than you did this morning.

Hugs,

Julie   :cat:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: loulizlee on April 19, 2012, 07:41:38 pm
Kim, Your graduation speech was excellent.  It seems to be the story of so many in the past few years, and it was expressed brilliantly.  I found myself going back to school a few years ago.  I got my Associate's Degree at 65.  The circumstances were different, however.  I had the good fortune of having my employer pay for my tuition.  It had been my lifelong dream, to get a degree, and I was amazed that my employer paid for it.  I always said I wished that job had been around when I began my career.  It was the best job I ever had.  Best wishes to you.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: loulizlee on April 19, 2012, 07:45:25 pm
Julie, I hope you will be feeling better soon.  I hate having a cold in the Spring, when the weather is getting nicer. 

Juanita
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on April 20, 2012, 04:49:57 am
Julie,

I did speak with the school about the absence and they have agreed to take it off my record.  I will double check later to make sure they did and if not I want a letter added with my official complaint. 

I will be glad when this intern is completed...a week from this Monday. 

I won't have to give that graduation speech other than in our Communications class. Everyone had to write one. 

I had to write a Children's story too so I wrote it about my daughter's new puppy.  The title is My Dog Daxter. 

I managed to get through the day sufficiently yesterday.  I go in later today so Bob and I left the house at 7 for a half hour walk.  I need to hop in the shower and get off to school now.  I managed to get two pages of the census transcribed this morning and another two last night. 

Today I take my older dog to the vet to see about her skin condition then tomorrow I'm picking my son up, going to yard sales, delivering a lap top to my friend, taking some hostas, vinca and seedum to my daughter and visiting with her for a while.  I decided I just needed a day for myself.  Sunday will be studying for the last pharmacolgy test for this semester.  I'm holding a high B in her class and would like to finish off strong and pull it up to an A.  I have an A in all of my classes but hers!

Hope you have a good day. 

Kim
Hi Kim,

I never mind any of your messages, whether long or short.  I feel for you and am glad you did write this message.  The situation with your office manager doesn't sound good.  You were the one who showed up for your work, only to find out no one contacted you about most not being there.  There was no work for you, and the 2 who were there told you that you could leave.  Were you to stand there and argue with them?  No, you did as they suggested.  I would definitely contest this - you did as you were told, what else does she expect?   :dontknow:   Who do go to about contesting it?  I'm praying and hoping they listen to you, take into consideration what happened that day, and give you the benefit of the doubt.  We're speaking of 3 hours, not a whole day, for goodness sakes.  I'd be very upset, too.  Hang in there and let me know what happens.

Your graduation speech is very good, very moving, and even has a couple spots of perfectly placed humor.  I like the quotes you included.  I like that you included what happened with your other job, which in essence led you to this job, because of how it worked with you with the financial end, while training for the field.  Thank you for sharing it with me - I feel honored!   8)  When do you have to give it?

I hope you sleep good tonight; hope you waited on those dishes until later; and I hope you had a much better and more relaxed evening than you did this morning.

Hugs,

Julie   :cat:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on April 20, 2012, 04:51:00 am
Thanks!  I'm glad you were able to get your degree too.  Better late than never and something to be proud of for sure.

Kim, Your graduation speech was excellent.  It seems to be the story of so many in the past few years, and it was expressed brilliantly.  I found myself going back to school a few years ago.  I got my Associate's Degree at 65.  The circumstances were different, however.  I had the good fortune of having my employer pay for my tuition.  It had been my lifelong dream, to get a degree, and I was amazed that my employer paid for it.  I always said I wished that job had been around when I began my career.  It was the best job I ever had.  Best wishes to you.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on April 20, 2012, 06:14:33 am
Hey Kim,

I'm glad you spoke with the school about it and I hope they follow through with what they said they'd do.

That's interesting you had to write a Children's Story - yours sounds cute and interesting.

I hope your dog is okay with the skin condition.

I'm glad you are taking a day for you tomorrow - you more than deserve it!  It sounds busy with picking up your son, delivering the laptop, and taking those things to your daughter.  Good luck studying for that last pharmacology test!  I hope you can pull it up to an A like you want to.

I'm doing odds and ends today.  Can't wait for this cold to clear up and go away - it's still awful and now I have a headache with it.

Take care!  Talk to you soon!

Julie  :)
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Post by: jcribb16 on April 20, 2012, 06:16:21 am
Julie, I hope you will be feeling better soon.  I hate having a cold in the Spring, when the weather is getting nicer. 

Juanita

Hi Juanita,

Thank you very much for that.  I hate it, too.  I don't even get colds often so when I do it's tough with the asthma.  I hope you are having a nice day and will have a wonderful weekend.  :)
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Post by: golotomer on April 21, 2012, 05:09:42 pm
Hope everyone is having a good day.  I almost forgot to get on here today!  Now I can hardly keep my eyes open long enough to say more than a few words.  I don't know why I do this to myself but even on the days I could sleep in I'm up at 3:30 and 4:00 in the morning.  Now here it is 8 at night and I'm ready for bed.

More tomorrow.

Kim
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Post by: jcribb16 on April 21, 2012, 09:34:34 pm
That's okay!  I know the feeling.  I didn't get on here until after midnight.  My mind is fogged up today and tonight, lol.  Hope you have a nice Sunday!  :)
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Post by: marcar1008 on April 21, 2012, 09:38:41 pm
I'm 72 years old, currently unemployed and plan to keep it that way. I'm hardly frugal, I love spending money and having fun, so that's why I spend time making money on the computer each day and pump up my fun money fund.

I'm not planning on going back to school, but who knows when I might change my mind? I like to take my wife traveling around North America and we make several trips a year. This year we had a week on a houseboat in Key Largo, a week at the beach, a week in North Carolina and we already have reservations for a week at Yellowstone next summer. That's why I keep clicking.

I also sing in Barbershop Quartets and play a little bluegrass guitar with my boys.

Any divorce plans in your future? ... LOL joking ....

Congratulations, you know how to treat a woman good  :notworthy:
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Post by: golotomer on April 22, 2012, 02:56:54 am
That's okay!  I know the feeling.  I didn't get on here until after midnight.  My mind is fogged up today and tonight, lol.  Hope you have a nice Sunday!  :)

Awww sweetie sorry it was a bad day.  Hope you got some sleep.  I fell to sleep about 9 and didn't get up until almost 5:30.  That's a pretty good night for me. 

Have paperwork, laundry and a test to study for today so have to keep hopping.  Only 5 more days of interning with this site.  I'm still waiting to see where they are going to place me next semester.  Anticipation and anxiety of not knowing. 

Kim
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Post by: loulizlee on April 22, 2012, 07:50:25 pm
It's cold and rainy tonight here in Central Virginia.  They are having a Nor'easter farther north from here.  I guess we're lucky it's no worse here than that. 

Take care, everyone.

Juanita
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Post by: jcribb16 on April 22, 2012, 08:40:31 pm
Hi Kim,

I'm glad you got a good night's sleep.  Good luck on your test.  Hope everything goes well for you tomorrow. 

I would be anxious, too, not knowing where I would be sent next.  Do they try to keep it close by you or the school?  I hope it's something you will enjoy doing.  Sleep tight!  :)

Julie  :)
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Post by: jcribb16 on April 22, 2012, 08:43:54 pm
It's cold and rainy tonight here in Central Virginia.  They are having a Nor'easter farther north from here.  I guess we're lucky it's no worse here than that. 

Take care, everyone.

Juanita

Hi Juanita,

We had all of the rain and storms all yesterday and half day today.  Then the winds set in - they're calmer now.  It did usher a cool front in.  So instead of the 60s at night and 80s in the day, we have a few days of 40s at night and 60s in the day!  I love it!! 
Hopefully things didn't get too rough for VA.  Hope you are doing well.  Have a nice Monday! 

Julie  :)
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Post by: golotomer on April 23, 2012, 02:33:48 am
Julie,

Yes, you get to designate what area you are willing to work in and they are usually close to the school or between where you live and the school. 

I didn't get much studying done.  As you might be aware from my FB page, Bob rescued three kittens.  We think maybe 2-3 weeks old. 

They were calling for 4-8 inches of snow today and I was kind of hoping I'd wake up to a cancelled school but so far no snow.  Unless it hits suddenly within the next few hours it looks like I'll have to go take a test I haven't had sufficient time to study for.  The kittens are sleeping so I'm going to hop off her now and study.

Kim

Hi Kim,

I'm glad you got a good night's sleep.  Good luck on your test.  Hope everything goes well for you tomorrow. 

I would be anxious, too, not knowing where I would be sent next.  Do they try to keep it close by you or the school?  I hope it's something you will enjoy doing.  Sleep tight!  :)

Julie  :)

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Post by: jcribb16 on April 23, 2012, 07:05:19 pm
Kim,

That's so sweet that Bob rescued those kittens and they are there with you.  Are you going to keep them?  I'm glad he found and rescued them.

All of that snow forecast and did it ever come the rest of the day?  It was quite chilly here today, along with a nor'easter.  Low 60s.  And tonight's supposed to hit the upper 30s!!  Just for a couple of days, then warming right back up again.

I'm glad your interning is near you and/or the school.  That works better, especially with gas.

I have to go out of town tomorrow for my asthma shots and another dr. appt.  So I'll be back in the later afternoon.  I cancelled my heart dr. appt. and my physical therapy appt. for tomorrow.  One, I don't have copays right now.  Two, my dr. was supposed to send me to those drs. up here closer to me, but kept me under their "umbrella."  I can't afford, gas wise, to travel down once a week for pt, and for whatever else would maybe go on with the heart dr.  So, she and I will discuss it tomorrow.

Hope you did okay on that test.  Hope you slept well!

Julie  ;)
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Post by: golotomer on April 24, 2012, 02:03:58 am
Julie,

I really think I flubbed the test but won't know until Wednesday.  I didn't get much time to study and this test seemed really difficult.  Even our whiz kid only got an 88 on the test (my test wasn't corrected yet). 

We never did get a bit of snow yesterday.  My one friend, who lives east of me, got 2 inches out of the 8 that was forecast.  It did rain but it was 40 degrees. 

I don't know that we'll keep all three kitties.  I wouldn't mind really but they would be yet another expense because I would want them all neutered/spayed.  I'm not sure what sex they are yet...it's a little too soon to tell. 

It will be hard to give them up though.  Just in the two days we've had them I've fallen love with certain things about their personalities and looks.  One is all black and looks like a bat.  It is the runt.  One is black and white with a black chin and a star on it's back.  The other is black and white too but only has the stub of a tail like its mother, who is a Manx.  The other two have normal cat tails.

Good luck with all of your travels and Doctor's appointments tomorrow.  I know it's the pits having to spend the entire day taking care of doctor type business.  Hopefully they will be able to help you feel better though. 

TTYL,

Kim
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Post by: jcribb16 on April 24, 2012, 05:58:17 pm
Hi Kim,

My cold has ended up being a sinus infection, so I'm on an antibiotic for that.  Hopefully that will help.  I'm feeling puny from my shots tonight, but I'm used to that now and just work around it.  I'm pretty tired, but that's normal, too. 

I know what you mean about the kittens.  I'd fall in love with them, too.  My kitty, Gracie, is the runt of her siblings and the only one that came out gray/white "tuxedo" cat.  The others were tabby marked, orange, black.  She and I connected, lol.  That's neat how yours are all different!

Maybe your test will come out better than you think or at least as well as the "whiz" kid!

Our cool, sunny, total blue sky, weather is still with us today.  It's going a little higher tomorrow but still cooler than the last few weeks, so I'm enjoying it while I can.

Hope you have a good day at school.  Hugs to you!

Julie   :cat:
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Post by: golotomer on April 25, 2012, 02:01:39 am
Julie,

Sorry you are dealing with the spring cold. They seem the worst for some reason.  Lots of sinus infections and allergies going on right now.

I sort of know what to expect when you get your shots too.  You always seem to suffer for a few days afterwards.

It's still cool here too.   I think our highs are in the 50's for the weekend. 

The kittens are in a little routine.  They know what to expect from a feeding and we wear them out for an hour or so at night letting them walk around in the living room so they sleep all night.  There is really no purpose to the walks they take yet.  They just try to follow anyone that is in the room and try to crawl up your pant legs.  Indy is so happy having a purpose.  She got mean with Sunshine last night though because Shine was walking through the room and Indy considered that a threat to her babies. 

I'm going to try to take them to visit my son this weekend.  I want him to see them while they are still so little.  He has never seen little newborn kittens although he owns a couple of cats. 

I'm hoping for the best on that test too.  I'm just beyond really caring right now.  I just want this semester to end and move on.  Next semester I only have three classes, coding, customer service and career development.  I could be wrong but they don't sound threatening in any way. 

Later gator, take care.

Kim 

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Post by: loulizlee on April 25, 2012, 10:53:42 am
Kim and Julie,

I have my fingers crossed for both of you - to get rid of the spring cold and to pass the test.

Happy Wednesday.

Juanita
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Post by: jcribb16 on April 25, 2012, 07:47:44 pm
Kim and Julie,

I have my fingers crossed for both of you - to get rid of the spring cold and to pass the test.

Happy Wednesday.

Juanita

Hi Juanita,

Thank you for that!!  That means a lot!  I hope you are doing okay, yourself.  Have a terrific Thursday!

Julie  :)
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Post by: jcribb16 on April 25, 2012, 07:55:17 pm
Hi Kim,

I love newborn kittens.  They are just so precious and clingy.  I hope your son does get to see them.

Those 3 classes don't sound threatening either.  Those are what you need to close out with the schooling - so you aren't so deep into studies when you are already worn out.

I had to watch my little fella today and felt so cruddy from the shots and the infection.  He's not a problem at all - just a normal busy 2 year old, lol.  But it just so happened he didn't get his morning/noon nap, so when they got here, he was ready to go "night-night."  He slept the whole time and his mom had only the one bus route instead of the double, so it was a short and quiet afternoon.  She said she would probably have him hold off on his nap tomorrow, too.  Friday should be fine, though, because I usually feel more normal on the 3rd day after my shots.

Well, our cool weather is now gone again.  It's going back up in the lower 80s tomorrow.  It was wonderful while it lasted.  *sigh*

Have a great Thursday.  Give those kittens a little hug from me!!

~ Julie ~  :)
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Post by: golotomer on April 26, 2012, 03:52:00 am
Julie,

I know you enjoy playing with the little guy but it's okay that he chose to nap the whole time since you weren't feeling well.  You both needed the rest. 

I wish I could some how video the little faces when I am feeding them.  They each have their own unique method of eating and the noises they make while they are nursing. 

I think yesterday I saw what was the first "playful" type of tap from one kitten to another. This one seems to be a little more advanced than the other two when learning new things.  He first sat on his hunches the day before yesterday while the other two haven't yet.  His walking has a little more purpose to it too and he will sit and stare intently at things while the other two are still wandering around aimlessly and don't seem to make eye contact. 

I'm really picturing three (four with Nala) cats wandering around on the back deck and breezeway in the coming years.  I just don't think I'll be able to part with them.  Remind me of that statement when I'm crawling the walls because they are climbing the curtains in a few weeks. 

Kim

Hi Kim,

I love newborn kittens.  They are just so precious and clingy.  I hope your son does get to see them.

Those 3 classes don't sound threatening either.  Those are what you need to close out with the schooling - so you aren't so deep into studies when you are already worn out.

I had to watch my little fella today and felt so cruddy from the shots and the infection.  He's not a problem at all - just a normal busy 2 year old, lol.  But it just so happened he didn't get his morning/noon nap, so when they got here, he was ready to go "night-night."  He slept the whole time and his mom had only the one bus route instead of the double, so it was a short and quiet afternoon.  She said she would probably have him hold off on his nap tomorrow, too.  Friday should be fine, though, because I usually feel more normal on the 3rd day after my shots.

Well, our cool weather is now gone again.  It's going back up in the lower 80s tomorrow.  It was wonderful while it lasted.  *sigh*

Have a great Thursday.  Give those kittens a little hug from me!!

~ Julie ~  :)
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Post by: jcribb16 on April 26, 2012, 08:11:38 pm
Kim,

I can remind you, lol, but it wouldn't do any good.  You would be loving them no matter what, lol!  That is interesting about the one being the mature one.  He sounds like he's going to be very busy checking out everything and keeping his siblings in line, too, lol.  I imagine they are so sweet when they are eating and sleeping still.  Kittens have a way of grabbing our hearts.

Little fella came today and was active.  I was still kind of puny, and still feeling yuck with the sinus issue, face hurting and all, and my disc issue had my neck, shoulder, and back with higher pain levels today.  I still got down on the floor though, to play blocks, and look at his toys he brought over.  He's speaking more words now, and it's just adorable listening to his pronunciation of words.  After awhile, I set him at the girls' little Disney table and chair, with his snack and drink, and then let him play by himself so I could sit back and rest my hurtin' body.  Tomorrow should be more up to par with the puniness gone - yay!

Can you believe our temps are going into the lower 90s this weekend?  Yuck!  They'll go back down in the mid to lower 80s as the week goes.  Too warm too soon for me!!

Only about a week left of school before break, right?  I know you are more than ready!  Yay!  Tomorrow is Friday!!

"See" you tomorrow!!!

~ Julie ~  :)
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Post by: golotomer on April 27, 2012, 02:33:39 am
Julie,

It sounds like you are rebounding a bit faster this time than last...perhaps the shots are starting to kick in???? 

I can't believe your temps are that high already.  We are still fairly cold.  I don't like it when it's too hot but then again I'm ready for spring days and enough sun to make the garden sprout and we're not there yet either.  There just doesn't seem to be a paradise....

Bob is going to try to video the kittens feeding tonight.  I'll lay them on a light colored pillow so we can get a good close look at their faces.  I want to record the sounds they make too so I can look back on how sweet they were when they start getting crazy here.

I was a little concerned last night because I wasn't seeing any evidence that their bowels were moving.  However, as I walked through the living room the evidence squished right up between my third and fourth toe.  They are doing just fine!

Grin...thanks for making me almost spit my coffee on to my screen this morning.  You nut!

Kim
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Post by: jcribb16 on April 27, 2012, 03:23:31 pm
Kim,

Glad I made you grin, lol!!  I guess the little squishing between the toes is one example of you loving them no matter what, right?  Ha ha!!  I would have been like you, though, going "ewww"  when stepping down in it.  That will make a nice video with what you are speaking of doing.  What a sweet keepsake.

No puny today, thank goodness!  With this sinus infection, the face pain is better, but when I cough I get so lightheaded I feel like I'm going to faint and have to sit quick.  The nebulizer hopefully will help with this.

Little fella was very busy today, lol.  He was in a mood, too!  He told me "No" a few times - testing the waters.  We had us a little friendly chat, eye to eye, about it.  He's so used to coming here, now, that he's comfortable enough to try me!

Any plans for your weekend?  I was supposed to judge at a music competition tomorrow but was given a "not too keen of an idea" from the dr. this week with what's going on.  I'll miss that - it's only twice a year and I've had to miss both.  :(  Next year, I had better be well!!!!

Have a nice evening and enjoy your weekend with Bob and all of your precious "children." 

~ Julie ~
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Post by: golotomer on April 28, 2012, 06:08:32 am
Julie,

As you probably know from my FB posts we lost a kitten this morning.  My heart is breaking.  It wasn't doing too well last night.  I took it to the bedroom with me and held it and took an hour nap.  It laid on me and purred.  I put it on the floor later with the other two and while they were wandering aimlessly around the living room this one just sat and watched the activity. 

They slept the night and around 6:30 Bob got up.  Shortly after I heard them crying but when I went to get them that kitten was lying on its side and barely breathing.  Bob and I both held it, prayed and tried to get it to stir but its eyes were alreday glazing over.  At least we got to hold and pet it to sleep before it was gone.

I'm not sure what went wrong.  Perhaps it didn't digest its food and evacuate, maybe it got food in its lungs????  I don't know anything other than we have done the best we knew how to do.  I'm going to pay more attention to getting them to move their bowels in hopes that we can pull the other two through.  This is hard. 

Kim
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Post by: brenspencer on April 28, 2012, 06:32:05 am
I am sorry to hear that I know how bad that is to have a new kitten and something to happen I think that is why I no longer have a cat too much heart ache when something happens
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Post by: golotomer on April 28, 2012, 07:42:40 am
Thanks brenspencer.  It's tough.  The mama cat left them though and my boyfriend found the three kittens on a night when we were calling for 4-8 inches of snow and freezing rain.  We had to try to let them survive.  I didn't choose these kittens, they chose us.   :crybaby2:
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Post by: jcribb16 on April 28, 2012, 03:27:20 pm
Julie,

As you probably know from my FB posts we lost a kitten this morning.  My heart is breaking.  It wasn't doing too well last night.  I took it to the bedroom with me and held it and took an hour nap.  It laid on me and purred.  I put it on the floor later with the other two and while they were wandering aimlessly around the living room this one just sat and watched the activity. 

They slept the night and around 6:30 Bob got up.  Shortly after I heard them crying but when I went to get them that kitten was lying on its side and barely breathing.  Bob and I both held it, prayed and tried to get it to stir but its eyes were alreday glazing over.  At least we got to hold and pet it to sleep before it was gone.

I'm not sure what went wrong.  Perhaps it didn't digest its food and evacuate, maybe it got food in its lungs????  I don't know anything other than we have done the best we knew how to do.  I'm going to pay more attention to getting them to move their bowels in hopes that we can pull the other two through.  This is hard. 

Kim

Oh, Kim, I'm so sorry.  That is so hard, I agree.  I think it knew you were trying to help by the purring and I'm glad you and Bob held it like that, and prayed.  I do hope the other 2 will be okay and strong enough to make it.  That's so sad.

Keep me posted on the other two, okay?  Hang in there - you're a good mommy for them - they know it.

{{Hugs}}

Julie
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Post by: golotomer on April 29, 2012, 01:58:10 am
Julie,

Bob buried the kitten, along with the little mouse I washed in the washer, where he buried Cleo last summer. 

The other two seem to be doing okay still.  I dipped them in warm water last night trying to make sure they evacuated.  I didn't see anything from my washing but Indy is still licking their behinds and I'm hoping they are doing the necessary.  We aren't seeing any evidence though. 

The one kitten is getting playful, wrestling with the remaining kitten.  Its eyes seem brighter and he seems more aware of his surroundings.  I'm still not sure of their sexes yet. 

Hope your Sunday is a good one.  I have a bunch of homework and another test to study for today so hope I can get my mind settled enough to get done what needs to be done.  Tommorrow is my last day of intern at the ENT office.  Yay!

Kim  ;D :thumbsup: :wave:
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Post by: jcribb16 on April 29, 2012, 08:27:23 pm
Hi Kim,

That's so sad burying them.  It's just hard losing our pets.  But little kittens are so sweet and it's just as hard losing them.  I really hope the other 2 will be okay.

I'm glad your last intern day is tomorrow!  Is this your last week with tests?  I hope you do well!

Roddy has a colonoscopy tomorrow.  He's having some problems and we're a bit concerned, so I really hope and pray that everything will be fine with him.

Hope you have a productive Monday and a great afternoon and evening with Bob and the pets!  Give the kittens a little hug from me.

Later,

Julie   :cat:    :heart:
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Post by: golotomer on April 30, 2012, 03:33:27 am
Yes it is hard losing them.  You constantly wonder if you did something wrong or could have done more. 

I probably will have another test in Pharmacolgy next week.   I have one today too.  Lately I just can't focus and study though.  I'm no longer concerned with A's.  I just want to pass and move on.

I hope everything goes well with Roddy's test today.  Keep me posted.  How are you feeling dear lady?

Giving the kittens a hug will be no problem.  They have been loving on me so much! My hands, ankles and face is so scratched up!  I still want Bob to video tape them feeding.  The sounds they make are so sweet. 

Have a good day. 

Kim 
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Post by: jcribb16 on April 30, 2012, 03:47:25 am
Happy Monday, Kim!

Good luck on your test today!  Keep hanging in there - you are almost done!!

I had an insomnia night, and still not tired.  So I'm going to try to get things done early so I can help Roddy out with whatever he needs later.  Plus, the little fella is coming today, too.  I also have some prep papers to do before tomorrow night - that's the first night of my 6 week phone conference classes for PHIP (Patient Help Improvement Program.)  I really hope it will help.

Hope your last intern day went well!  I know you are glad that's done for now.

Love those kittens!  Have a nice evening.

Julie  :)
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Post by: golotomer on May 01, 2012, 02:36:19 am
Julie,

The test didn't go well but even the whiz kid didn't do well so I'm not going to beat myself up over it.  This teacher is well known for being a killer.  Actually there are other names for her but I can't say them here on this forum.   :bootyshake: 

I'll have one more test next week.  Yuk!  Some/most of my classes will be done this Friday except for hers.  She is known for keeping her classes to schedule right up until the last minute! No mercy! 

Hope Roddy does okay on his tests.  I know prepping for them is miserable.  It's just a crappy job!

Later, 

Kim   

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Post by: jcribb16 on May 01, 2012, 12:26:33 pm
Hi Kim,

Well, good news about Roddy!  The concern we had is not cancerous, so we're all thankful and relieved.  He's glad it's over and can relax now instead of worrying.

Sorry about your test - like you said, no need to beat yourself up over it.  Here you could be done Friday and off if you didn't have the one other teacher's test.  Yuck!

I'm watching 2 today, little fella and his big sister.  She has a hurt foot, on crutches, and has to have more x-rays done, so she came with him today; maybe tomorrow - I'm not sure yet.

How are the other kittens holding up?  I hope they are okay.

Have a great evening with Bob and the pets.  My first phone conference for the class is tonight from 9:00 to 10:30.  It seems long, but they said the first one would be the longest.  I've done my pre-work for it - 4 wkbk. pages, 1 cd, and 1 dvd segment, and filled out a health time line form for how I am before starting the class.

Talk to you later!

Julie  :)    :cat:
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Post by: golotomer on May 02, 2012, 02:02:08 am
Julie,

That's great news about Roddy!  Celebrate today and eat a good meal.   ;D

Hope things went well with the two kiddies and that you didn't get overally tired. 

Bob built me a frame out of pvc pipe and put netting over it to keep little critters out of the garden.  The green beans and cucumbers have sprouted but something was chewing at them.  I have sunflowers and tomatoes started in the house and if the weather holds up I'll get the tomatoes in the garden next week and put the sunflowers somewhere throughout the yard.

I still need to take pictures and a video of the kittens eating.  Soon I hope. 

I got a message from the Surgeon General's office this morning saying I wasn't selected.  I'm not surprised and therefore not too disappointed. 

Let me know how your phone conference went. 

Kim   
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Post by: jcribb16 on May 02, 2012, 04:49:06 pm
Hi Kim,

Sorry about the Surgeon General Office's non-selection.  It's easier to take a no if you weren't really expecting a yes.  If anything, you gave it a try!

That was nice of Bob to make the frame and netting for your garden.  I hope your sunflowers and tomatoes are able to put out.

The kittens must be doing okay, right?  I imagine they are so glad to see you both when you get home!  How are the others accepting the new pets?

I had to watch both again today.  This was a day of extreme pain to push through - arms/shoulders/back/knees.  My clavicle bones feel like they are going to crack if moved a certain way or pulled on when lifting something.  I hurt enough to want to get emotional, but fought it.  And I'm on the nebulizer still for what's going on with the asthma and sinus infection.  I hate complaining - this past year or so, in particular, has just been rough.  It's "g o i n g" to get better!

How are you doing?  Bob?  I haven't heard about Maya in awhile, I hope she is doing okay - growing, I'm sure!

Have a nice Thursday!!

Julie  :)
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Post by: golotomer on May 03, 2012, 02:15:13 am
Julie,

The kittens are doing fine.  I tried to video yesterday but doing it myself while trying to feed them is like nailing jello to a tree.  I have to wait until Bob gets home earlier one night and isn't pressed with a task here at the house.  I've had quite a long honey-do list for him lately and this weekend is a big race at the track. 

I hate it when you are in so much pain.  I know you want to be a good friend and enjoy having the kids but when you are hurting so badly you need to learn to say no and just take care of Julie. 

I haven't seen Amya too much lately.  They are leaving for Florida on the 8th to visit with Jess's aunt for a week.  Bob is to take them to the airport.  I imagine I'll have her some when I'm off on break. 

I don't know if you can get to Jess's page from my facebook page but she has posted some recent pictures.  I'm going to send this message then try to post a picture taken recently at Shake and Steak.  I learned my lesson the last time I tried to write AND post a picture.  If the picture fails you lose the entire message. 

Take care today. 

Kim
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Post by: golotomer on May 03, 2012, 02:17:50 am
Here is the picture from Steak and Shake

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: loulizlee on May 03, 2012, 08:50:37 am
Kim,

I wanted to add my condolences on the loss of your kitten.  It is very hard to lose a pet.  We have had cats and dogs, mostly dogs, through the years, and even when they live to be older, it is sad.  We have cried many times while burying our pets on the property.  I'm glad to hear that the other two are okay so far.  I pray they will continue to thrive.

Juanita
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 03, 2012, 02:07:09 pm
Julie,

The kittens are doing fine.  I tried to video yesterday but doing it myself while trying to feed them is like nailing jello to a tree.  I have to wait until Bob gets home earlier one night and isn't pressed with a task here at the house.  I've had quite a long honey-do list for him lately and this weekend is a big race at the track. 

I hate it when you are in so much pain.  I know you want to be a good friend and enjoy having the kids but when you are hurting so badly you need to learn to say no and just take care of Julie. 

I haven't seen Amya too much lately.  They are leaving for Florida on the 8th to visit with Jess's aunt for a week.  Bob is to take them to the airport.  I imagine I'll have her some when I'm off on break. 

I don't know if you can get to Jess's page from my facebook page but she has posted some recent pictures.  I'm going to send this message then try to post a picture taken recently at Shake and Steak.  I learned my lesson the last time I tried to write AND post a picture.  If the picture fails you lose the entire message. 

Take care today. 

Kim


Kim,

That is a precious picture of her!!  Thank you for sharing that.  I spelled her name wrong in my other post - sorry about that.  She's really pretty.

I'm glad the kittens are doing fine - that's a relief.  It sounds like you have Bob pretty busy, lol!

I only watched the little fella today, and only for the couple of hours in the afternoon - much better for me that way for today and tomorrow.  Thank you for your concern and "gentle" scolding, lol, - you are absolutely right about what you said.  Thank goodness for friends to help us keep things in better perspective.  :)

Hope your last couple of tests go well this week and the one next week.

"See" you tomorrow,

Julie   :cat:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on May 04, 2012, 02:05:30 am
Juanita,

Thanks for your thoughts.  Good to hear from you.  Are your classes still ongoing?  How have you done?  Updates woman, updates! 

Kim


Kim,

I wanted to add my condolences on the loss of your kitten.  It is very hard to lose a pet.  We have had cats and dogs, mostly dogs, through the years, and even when they live to be older, it is sad.  We have cried many times while burying our pets on the property.  I'm glad to hear that the other two are okay so far.  I pray they will continue to thrive.

Juanita
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on May 04, 2012, 02:20:35 am
Julie,

Glad you had a somewhat easier day yesterday.  Yes, you are right.  Sometimes it takes a buddy and a scolding to make us slow down when we need to.

No problem on the spelling of Amya's name.  It took me a while to get it right too. 

As of yesterday I've finished my communications and English classes.  Today I have my last Medical Office Procedures, a test of terms in Personal Finance (all multiple choice) and the last class in there.  Only one more test to go in Pharmacology.  Yuk. She is one tough teacher too.

I'm working on a couple of shawls to mail out to my cousin for her new online store.  I'll mail them early next week and we'll see how those sales go.  I have a list of projects lined up for my break and then my grand-daughter will graduate high school on June 1.  School starts on the 29th of May so I'll have to maybe miss one day of school the first week.  It can't be helped.  I have to be in West Virginia on Friday for a party and then commencement will be on Saturday.  She is the one that will be attending Virginia Tech in the fall for engineering. 

Did I tell you that Bob and I are thinking of opening a shop in the next couple of years?  I had purchased him a beer making kit for Christmas and he has gone full throttle into being a brewer.  He is not a big drinker by any means but really enjoys a glass of dark ale with his dinners.  The darker the better.  Anyhow we have to drive some distance to purchase his supplies or he gets things online but there are not any stores in our area.  So...we're thinking this would be a good way to supplement our income.  We can offer beer, wine, cheese making supplies from the same store along with kits to grow your own mushrooms.  Here is one store that we have been driving to Cleveland to purchase from. 

http://www.leeners.com/

We need to research more on licensing but this might be the ticket to retirement for us.  We both know enough to put up an online store too.  There used to be the beauty shop in the basement so we'd just have to do a little renovations but we are commercially zoned, even though we live in a rural area. 

I'd be so much happier working from home!  When the shop wasn't busy I could still craft and who knows...maybe incorporate some of my craft things into the shop too.

Kim

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 04, 2012, 06:25:25 am
Hi Kim,

Yay!  Only one more test, then some time off!  That's wonderful about your granddaughter graduating, and you getting to go!  I hope she does well at VA Tech.  I admire her choice of Engineering - that is something that I don't think I could get the gist of, like geometry - ugh!!  We have a friend who has done that job for years - he loves it.

I had a horrible day yesterday with my emotions - Kim, it was bad.  I ended up taking a xanax.  A couple of things happened, then it continued spiraling downward after that.  I hate when that happens.

That's great about your cousin doing an online store!  I hope your shawls do well.  I guess it's kind of like e-bay?  That might give you some opportunities. 

That would really be neat and a great idea for you and Bob opening your own shop.  With everything commercially zones, that's a big step already taken care of.  I checked out your link for that store - that's a neat place.  I even think I could try making the sourdough bread.  It's my favorite bread.  I have to be careful, though, as it will trigger my asthma/allergy problem, but I've learned how much I can tolerate at a time with it.  Making root beer sounds fun, too.  I wish you two the best with looking at doing this.  Then like you said, you would be so much happier working from home.

Hope you aced the Medical Office Procedures test!  Have a great evening and wonderful weekend!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: kolathegreat on May 04, 2012, 07:47:00 am
THIS IS LIKE A BLOG TO ME
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: loulizlee on May 04, 2012, 10:26:05 am
Kim,

Update:  :)   I'm not taking any classes at the moment.  I got my Associate's Degree when I was working on my last job - right before I retired.  As a matter of fact, my daughter and I graduated on the same day.  Of course, I had to go to her graduation.  They were too far apart to get to both of them.  She graduated with a double major in Psychology and Business.  She started college right after high school but dropped out after two years.  She graduated when she was 30.

I have spent the last several months trying to get some kind of treatment for my arthritis and fibromyalgia that would ease the pain and help me to get back to doing some of the things I really want to do.  I did start back on crocheting a little during the winter months.  I had to stop for a while because of pain in my hands and wrists.  I am on Cymbalta now, which has actually relieved a lot of the fibromyalgia pain.  I haven't given up on getting a Bachelor's Degree.

I think I'll go outside today and try to work in my flower bed a little.  I'll talk to you guys later.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on May 05, 2012, 01:37:10 am
Writing to both of you in one message.  Lazy girl! 

Juanita, I thought you were taking an extra class of some sort.  I get confused easily though. :) 

Julie,  talk to me by email about the emotional thing going on, if you want and feel up to it or you could call me today.  I'll be home all day.  I have no gas money to do go anywhere!  All of my cash went into bills, yarn and kitten food this week and I'm a couple of days away from pay day so scraping again. 

I'm just going to work on things around the house and yard...get the humming bird feeders up, etc.  If you call and I don't answer right away it might be because I'm in the yard.  I'll try to watch the caller id and call you back. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 05, 2012, 01:12:14 pm
Hi Kim,

I'm glad you have a day at home to do things you want to do!  We need to put our hummingbird feeders out, but to be honest, I do not feel like doing anything.  I did fill the bird feeders, and did a dishwasher load of dishes, and a few other little things, but that's about it at this point.

I'm in an odd mood today with no energy whatsoever, my pain, and my face hurts - even to touch the outside, like the cheek area.  I'm guess this 2nd antibiotic didn't do too much with getting rid of the sinus infection.  Sorry, if negative or down - just can't seem to help it right now.

Hope your Saturday goes really well and nice for you.  My dil's mom asked to befriend me on FB, and this time I accepted.  I saved several pictures of the girls to my computer from her page.  She's offering to have the girls with her and meet her on the 22nd when I have drs. appts. down there.  I won't hold my breath in cases of excuses, or an ambush, etc., but we'll see.  It's already fizzled on another one she supposedly tried to "set" up.  If it does work, I'm just going to take all of the Christmas gifts in two big tote bags and give them to the girls then.  I really have my doubts because of everything that's already happened, but I'll give benefit of the doubt, at least.

Talk to you later, wonderful friend,

Julie
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on May 06, 2012, 06:10:21 am
Julie,

I didn't get as much done as I would have liked.  My energy level is really low for some reason.  Depression too.  Are we both suffering spring fever. 

I hope you get to see the girls and that they don't pull the wool over your eyes and let you down.  I know you'd feel so much better if you could get to see those girls and get things back to more normal than it's been. 

I've made a too-do list for today and will try to push forward.  Only one class on Monday and Wednesday and then the break starts.  Bob will be off work Monday and Tuesday and hopefully I can get him started on building the bookcase for my computer room and then get this room cleaned up and organized.  He didn't want to start it until he had time to redo the walls and hardwood floors.  I knew if I waited for that it would be a long time so I talked him into just getting this one task done so I could get this room in better shape. 

Wish me luck.  I hope you have a better day too. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 06, 2012, 04:32:48 pm
Kim,

I hope he'll get the bookshelf done for you.  We really need one in Roddy's office so it will look more like an office, lol.

Sorry about your energy levels and moods being down - can totally relate, girlfriend.  I hope things get better for you quickly - especially with Spring Break starting for you.

I hope dil's mom is serious, too.  I don't think I could take much more like that.

I did get some things done this weekend - just have to stop and rest in between.  I got my of my assignment for the class done, too.  Just one more assignment before Tuesday night. 

Hope your one class goes well for you Monday and Wednesday - is this the one you have a test in? 

Hugs and prayers!  Good luck with the bookshelf and the test!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 07, 2012, 03:59:43 pm
Hi Kim,

Bad storms here today!!  Had to unplug everything for about 4 hours!  Little fella acted like the storm noises were nothing at all, lol.  Fluff kept barking with the thunder, and he would say, "Hush, Puff, is otay."

He goes back to the hospital Thursday to have his brain scanned and checked to make sure there are no lesions or tumors.  He's really been doing fine with no symptoms, etc. 

Well, since the storms ended, I got FB notifications caught up, my paid stuff and forum posting done, and all my email done for pay or answered.  Now I'm going to check my couple of groups I'm in, and clean up from supper.

Hope your day was great for you, and productive with your one class.  Just one more Wed., right?  And the test!

Talk to you later!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: mstevenson2 on May 07, 2012, 04:06:27 pm
welcome im 42 female in utah i also crochet and use to blog on e other sites but have not for a while
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: vicogden on May 07, 2012, 10:34:23 pm
This topic is 98 pages long... so it must be popular!

I'm Vic... 48 yo, retired after 27 years in the US Air Force, divorced but engaged, 3 kids, lived all over the world but grew up in and ended back up in Iowa, have a ferrett and cat driving me crazy, like music, enjoy movies, love travel.  Take care...
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on May 08, 2012, 02:03:02 am
welcome im 42 female in utah i also crochet and use to blog on e other sites but have not for a while

Welcome.  Thanks for stopping by.  I like blogging on a daily basis.  It's kind of neat to look back over your posts and see what has transpired.  What types of things do you crochet?  I'm working on some shawls right now but don't have any tried and tested patterns. 

Feel free to join us in our blog.  It gives me somewhere to post daily on the forum without having to poke around too much.  Hope to see you here again too.

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on May 08, 2012, 02:05:38 am
Hi Vic,

I don't know that our blog is really popular but it is a daily stomping grounds for a few of us. 

Thanks for all your years of service.  I'm glad you got to retire and hope you are enjoying your free time. 

Cats are driving me crazy too but they are so sweet.  I've wondered about having ferrets.  They look cute but I know they can wreak havoc on a house.  Tell us about your experience with them if you would. 

Hope to see you again. 

Kim

This topic is 98 pages long... so it must be popular!

I'm Vic... 48 yo, retired after 27 years in the US Air Force, divorced but engaged, 3 kids, lived all over the world but grew up in and ended back up in Iowa, have a ferrett and cat driving me crazy, like music, enjoy movies, love travel.  Take care...

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on May 08, 2012, 02:17:21 am
Julie,

I should have listened to your words of warning about the storms and realized they were heading this way too.  I don't think we suffered as badly as you nor as long in duration but we sure got hit.  It hailed and rained.  I hope the garden is okay but will have to wait until daylight to check things out.

I did my test yesterday, and don't think I did well, but she told us we don't have to return to her class on Wednesday if we don't want to.  I don't want to so my vacation starts now!  I posted on FB about taking the kittens to the vet yesterday so I won't revamp that story on here.  Gurdy, the black one, was the one that was being lethargic but he is doing better now.  She seems to think they are both boys but reminded me that it's a bit difficult to tell yet.  Those little nuggets aren't much bigger than a tomato seed right now.  :) 

They are loving the real canned food and I'm glad they will be making the transition.  My arms and hands are so torn up from little claws trying to make biscuits while they are eating. 

We are running Jess and Amya to the airport today.  They are leaving for a week in Florida with their aunt.  We figured we would stop and look for the lumber for the bookshelf, eat dinner out and just blow the entire day shopping or whatever we feel like doing. 

I'll settle my butt in and start on some projects later in the week.  I want to go and visit my son one day and pick up some pallets at my friends house so I can do some of those flower projects I've been posting on FB.  I also have scads of kart tires in the garage and want to paint them the bright neon colors and make at least one arrangement of those somewhere in the yard.

Instead of putting a bunch of annuals out on the front porch and window box I decided to go with an edible garden.  I planted about four varieties of lettuces and a bunch of onions yesterday.  I don't care if the neighbors think I'm touched in the head....I don't have many anyhow as we live in the country but I'm going to extend my edible garden in as many areas of the yard as I can.  I don't have much flat land to plant so I have to take adavantage of what I can.  I have herbs growing in pots in various places too.  I'd like to bring a garden in at the end of summer and use the grow lights I bought last winter!  I think having an indoor salad garden would be fun and save some pocket change. 

So have you heard anymore from the DIL?  What are your project plans for the rest of the week...and believe me I know it all depends on energy levels.  I plan and make lists but can only do what my body will allow me. 

later.... :cat: :dog:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 08, 2012, 04:25:58 pm
welcome im 42 female in utah i also crochet and use to blog on e other sites but have not for a while

Hello and welcome!!  It's nice you have come to blog in here since you've done it before.  This is a great one and there are a lot of great and talented people in here!  I haven't crocheted for years and keep saying I'm going to pick back up with it.  Hope to see you again!!  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 08, 2012, 04:29:33 pm
This topic is 98 pages long... so it must be popular!

I'm Vic... 48 yo, retired after 27 years in the US Air Force, divorced but engaged, 3 kids, lived all over the world but grew up in and ended back up in Iowa, have a ferrett and cat driving me crazy, like music, enjoy movies, love travel.  Take care...

It's great to see you again!  Thank you very much for the service you gave to our country/citizens - we can never thank our Military enough for what they/you do.  Congrats on your engagement!  Do you have a date set yet?  Having a ferret sounds really neat, but I hear they are very busy, lol!!!  Thanks for stopping in - hope to see you again!  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 08, 2012, 05:18:01 pm
Hi Kim,

Hope there wasn't much damage done from the storms there.  We're supposed to have more today, but so far they've held back or moved slightly around the side of us.  There is thunder in the air, though, and totally cloud cover.

I like your idea of your edible garden, including bringing it inside during the winter.  I also can't wait to see your project with the neon colored kart tires with flowers growing in them.  That should be really neat and unique!

I'm glad the kittens are getting on pretty well.  Yay!  Transition to the "real" cat food!  I'm sure they'll love it and be full, too. 

I hope Jess and Amya have a nice visit with their aunt.  Hope you and Bob enjoyed your day doing the things you wanted to.  I'm glad school is done so you can have a nice break right now.  I know you are happy it's finally here.

I haven't heard any more from dil's mom.  I probably won't until closer time to the 22nd, even if then.  I'm not going to set my high hopes on this really happening, so I won't be majorly crushed when it doesn't.  If it does, then I'll be pleasantly surprised.  Right?!

I have my 2nd "class" tonight.  All of my work is done and I called my study partner yesterday, so we could ask the certain questions of each other - more to keep us on task and accountable, I'm sure.  There were a lot of assignments - whew!  It's kind of like being in college again, lol.

Not sure what projects yet.  I babysit little fella until the 18th, and then school is out up here.  I'll look at doing some projects then and talk with you about them.  Right now, though, in the mornings, before he comes a little after lunch, I've been getting the housework done.  I've been working in our bedroom, clearing some things that "cluttered" up a couple of spots - and I would like to rearrange it a little bit.

Have a super Wednesday!  ((Hugs)) to you!!

~ Julie ~  :)    :cat:    :dog:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: springsgardner on May 08, 2012, 07:13:27 pm
Along the lines of weather, it's really crazy that on Saturday, it was nearly 90. Yesterday, it snowed so much that it accumulated on the lawn. I hope it doesn't mess up local farmers.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on May 09, 2012, 03:53:56 pm
Along the lines of weather, it's really crazy that on Saturday, it was nearly 90. Yesterday, it snowed so much that it accumulated on the lawn. I hope it doesn't mess up local farmers.

Where do you live Springsgardner?  I noticed yesterday that the local farmers have corn growing already.  I don't think they normally get planted this early in the year in PA.  I hope they don't have problems with their crops later. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on May 09, 2012, 04:00:32 pm
Julie,

We only had a few limbs down in our yard but there was a bunch of flooding and hail damage close by.  We've had several storms today and lots and lots of rain though.  How are your storms doing today?

I started the kart tires but it is slow going with the rain and humidity.  I posted a picture in progress on FB. 

Jess has been posting lots of pictures of Amya in the pool and one at the beach so it looks like they are having fun. 

I don't want to see you crushed again either.  I already don't like those people and if they set you up for another crash I'm really going to be upset!   

What did your assignments consist of for your classes?  I'm glad you have a study partner.  It's a good thing to have someone to bounce ideas off of.   

I hope you don't wear yourself out babysitting.  I know you love that little guy but you are probably pushing yourself more than you should.  At least you'll be done with watching him by the time you have your tests and your next shots.  I hear you about cleaning and organizing.  I have plans too but the way things are going I fear I won't get as much done as I want. 

Fixing dinner, kittens are underfoot and there is a tire on the kitchen table surrounding by several bottles of paint and brushes so I have to run.  Have to google a recipe I want to fix with mixed vegetables and corn muffin mix too.  Want to stop by for supper?   

See ya later girlie. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 09, 2012, 04:01:33 pm
Along the lines of weather, it's really crazy that on Saturday, it was nearly 90. Yesterday, it snowed so much that it accumulated on the lawn. I hope it doesn't mess up local farmers.

Good grief, that is some crazy weather!  It's nice to see you again!  Hope you are well and hope to see you more often!  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 09, 2012, 04:18:56 pm
Kim,

Dinner sounds great!  I'll hop, skip, and jump through this screen and be right over, lol! 

We were both writing on here at the same time, lol!  Great minds think alike, right?!

Sorry about your storms.  We're having them now and through quite a bit of tonight, with thunder, and possible pea-sized hail.  I'm trying to hurry and get things done on here with everything while it's quieter for a few minutes.

I'll check out your kart tire progress on FB.  I'm hoping to have time to get on in there in a few minutes, if the weather holds out.

I'm off tomorrow with the babysitting - he goes for his brain scan and tests.  I'm wiped today and have very little energy - I hate that.

My class is based a lot on how to be your own "observer" when situations happen that trigger your reactions, whether angry, emotional, devastation, sadness, etc.  Coping strategies are taught (eventually) to handle the triggers/reactions differently.  Also coping techniques will be offered for how to deal with the struggles of chronic illnesses.  There are relaxation exercises, too, that are helpful for focusing.  Lessons are taught regarding triggers, clear requests, and promises (following through with and/or having to revoke.)  Also, seeing how we are affected by our history, past, traditions, and culture.  A lot of what happens in the past (whether bad or good) influences many of the reactions of triggers in today.  Then there are assessments and assertions, moods, suffering, and completion conversations.  Overall, it a health improvement program to help with situations that trigger situational depression, worsening of chronic illnesses, stress, and overall quality of health.

I'm glad Amya's having fun, just hope she's got that sun protection on!!  I was always a fanatic with all 3 of mine, although my older one rebelled on it and tanned nicely, while my other 2 were very fair, like me, and needed all the protection they could get.

I can picture those kittens underfoot, lol!  They're so cute!

See you tomorrow!

~ Julie ~  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: nickylanena on May 09, 2012, 04:43:33 pm
Hello! I'm an 18 year old that lives in North Carolina. I was thinking about starting a blog of my own since my friend did (his is: rebirthofthefashionisto.com (http://rebirthofthefashionisto.com)) but I haven't yet. I also am quite frugal but my friends call me cheap (hahaha!!).  However, I am good at saving money and finding great deals on clothes and other things.  ;) I will attend UNC-Chapel Hill in the fall but I'm not really sure about my major--it might be business, psychology, or journalism. I wish to travel in the future, too. Well, I'll stop here because I could ramble on forever.  ;D
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on May 10, 2012, 02:35:03 am
For such a young one you sound like you have it together!  I've always told my kids it isn't how much you earn that makes the difference, it's how much you save.  Good for you for going to school this fall.  You can always pick your major once you have a feel for what you are truly interested in the most. 

Feel free to ramble on in this blog anytime you want.  That's what it's here for. 

Kim

Hello! I'm an 18 year old that lives in North Carolina. I was thinking about starting a blog of my own since my friend did (his is: rebirthofthefashionisto.com (http://rebirthofthefashionisto.com)) but I haven't yet. I also am quite frugal but my friends call me cheap (hahaha!!).  However, I am good at saving money and finding great deals on clothes and other things.  ;) I will attend UNC-Chapel Hill in the fall but I'm not really sure about my major--it might be business, psychology, or journalism. I wish to travel in the future, too. Well, I'll stop here because I could ramble on forever.  ;D
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on May 10, 2012, 02:43:10 am
Julie,

What happened to you?  There is only a bit of ham left over from last night but I'm fixing a chicken tonight so you still have time to get here. 

I'm glad you are getting a day off.  Take time to relax a bit....yeah right...look who is preaching to the choir. 

Your classes sound interesting and certainly something I would enjoy and truly need but not enough time as it is.  Would you believe I'm already working on home work related stuff?  One of the girls gave me her MA review book that we will be using for our certification classes.  I'm making up flash cards on study droid.  There are over 400 questions to each quiz chapter and it looks like there are 8 sections with quizzes.  I only got 112 done yesterday so I have a long way to go!  Study droid is a good program because you can make up the flash cards online and use it from your computer, tablet and phone and even print them out.  I'm working on the tires, doing the 1940 census transcriptions, planning on my grand-daughters graduation and party, planting and tending garden, cleaning, kittens, crocheting shawls, yada, yada, yada and this three week break will fly by no doubt.  :BangHead:

Gotta run and get busy with something!  Have a good day today. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 10, 2012, 04:02:57 pm
Hello! I'm an 18 year old that lives in North Carolina. I was thinking about starting a blog of my own since my friend did (his is: rebirthofthefashionisto.com (http://rebirthofthefashionisto.com)) but I haven't yet. I also am quite frugal but my friends call me cheap (hahaha!!).  However, I am good at saving money and finding great deals on clothes and other things.  ;) I will attend UNC-Chapel Hill in the fall but I'm not really sure about my major--it might be business, psychology, or journalism. I wish to travel in the future, too. Well, I'll stop here because I could ramble on forever.  ;D

Hi and welcome!  Congratulations on your graduation and getting ready to go to college!  You'll decide about your major!  I minored in Psychology so I would better know how to communicate and understand my students (teacher.)  You sound very mature with monies - that's great!  Hope to see you on here some more!!  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 10, 2012, 04:19:18 pm
Hi Kim,

Lol, you had me there a minute about what happened to me!  Until I was smart enough to keep on reading, lol!  Chicken sounds good, too!  This screen won't cooperate, though!

Little fella's tests were great today.  There is no drainage and everything looks fine - so he won't have to go back until October.  His parents are greatly relieved!  I'm glad he's doing fine.

You are surely keeping busy!  The droid program sounds beneficial for you.  That's good you are working ahead on your certification classes.  I hope you get those down pat and ace those when it's time.

You are mixing school, housework, hobbies, and playtime very well, my friend!  Good balance there.  Your first tire you showed you are painting is looking good.  How many coats do you think you will have to paint on each?  Those will look sharp when done and set up with your tomatoes and/or other plants.  Oh, and yes, that Eco site looks neat.  I saw your comment about it on FB and went to the page and "Liked" it - don't know why I already didn't.  There are some neat sites out there!

Keep up the good work!  ((Hugs))

Julie  :)
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Post by: golotomer on May 11, 2012, 02:39:44 am
Julie,

Well here is a rundown of yesterday's activities.  Bob and I went to a flea market that is only open on Thursdays.  I don't get to go to it when school is in progress as they open at 6 and close at noon.  A lot of Amish sell their goods there so there are buggies, horses, blue dresses, beards, bonnets and lots of food everywhere.  The English sell too though so you can find just about anything. 

I found a wet suit for 10 bucks that would normally cost several hundred dollars.  They lady that owned it used it in their swimming pool as her husband refused to buy a heater and we do live in Pennsylvania.   ;D  I have been wanting one so that I can kayak in colder weather without fear of hypothermia.  I had been looking for used on Ebay but the cheapest I had found was 35-50 and that's without shipping.  We bought several plants too and I got those planted. 

The tire you saw on ebay was an eppic fail.  I was trying to cut corners and not spend 4 dollars a can on the neon spray paint.  My theory was I would paint them with white spray paint, 96 cents a can, then hand paint with the acrylic paints in the tread of the tire.  Wrong.  The tread areas were too little in spots for the paint brushes I had on hand, the paint didn't adhere too well to the spray paint and would have taken coat after coat to get the right color and would have taken me days on end to complete.  I ended up slathering the acrylic on with a flat brush.  All in all it was as expensive and more frustrating than if I had just bit the bullet and bought the spray paint.  Lesson learned.  You still get a good planter that will last for years.  It's homemade, you are recycling something that would end up in a landfill and they are just so darn colorful and cute. 

They are dry this morning so I'll try to take a picture and post before I leave.  I'm going to visit my son and we are going to go to several yard sales in his area.  He lives about 8 miles from my hometown so I'm hoping to see a couple of old friends for a few minutes too.  I have one lady that was friends with my mom that is still alive and I'd like to stop by and see her.  She was in love with my kids when they were little and hasn't seen my son since he was about 5. 

I'm hoping to purchase the plants to put into the tires while I'm out too.  I want to get things that are bright and on the opposite color spectrum from the tire.  Example pink petunias in a green or yellow tire. 

Yesterday was just one of those days when everything I tried to do around the house went downhill.  The tires didn't work out the way I planned or expected...I tried to hose the side patio off because the rain washed a bunch of debris from the shingles all over the pavement but the garden hose had sprung a leak and the new one I connected wouldn't reach to the patio.  The sweeper wasn't picking up right and requires attention from Bob when he has time.....By the time I started fixing supper I was worn out and frustrated!   Just one of those days when a girl starts dreaming of running away to a beach somewhere but that's hard to do with two dogs and three cats in your beach bag!

Glad little fella's test came out great.  I'm sure his parents are happy.  There is nothing worse than a sick child.  Now if we can just get you fixed and feeling better! 

Gotta run.  It's 5:30 but I have some things to get done before I leave at 8.  I'm taking my babies with me so I have to clean the cat carrier out and gather up supplies for the day.  I left the kitchen in a mess last night too so I have to clean that mess up. 

You have a good day and keep those garden/frugal websites coming.  I'm digging them...no pun intended. 

Kim  :angel11:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: loulizlee on May 11, 2012, 08:48:25 am
I just wanted to say Happy Friday to everyone.  I wasn't online much yesterday.  I went to Richmond (Midlothian, actually) to visit my baby sister, who is 65, in the hospital.  I have done some research over the years and have found that a lot of auto-immune diseases run in our family, and also a lot of unusual diseases and ailments.  I don't know if this is one, but my sister has one kidney much smaller than the other and had two blood vessels  running through the small one.  This was causing her to have high blood pressure, even on four different medications for HBP.   The surgeon did a procedure to (I'm not really sure how this was done) cut the flow of blood in one of the blood vessels.  I think he put a stint in it, but I'm not sure.  She is recovering from the procedure, and I guess the next few days or weeks will tell how well the procedure worked.  I'll check with you guys later.

Juanita
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 11, 2012, 07:18:48 pm
I just wanted to say Happy Friday to everyone.  I wasn't online much yesterday.  I went to Richmond (Midlothian, actually) to visit my baby sister, who is 65, in the hospital.  I have done some research over the years and have found that a lot of auto-immune diseases run in our family, and also a lot of unusual diseases and ailments.  I don't know if this is one, but my sister has one kidney much smaller than the other and had two blood vessels  running through the small one.  This was causing her to have high blood pressure, even on four different medications for HBP.   The surgeon did a procedure to (I'm not really sure how this was done) cut the flow of blood in one of the blood vessels.  I think he put a stint in it, but I'm not sure.  She is recovering from the procedure, and I guess the next few days or weeks will tell how well the procedure worked.  I'll check with you guys later.

Juanita

Hi Juanita,

I hope and pray your sister will keep improving so she can go home where she's more comfortable.  I hope what the drs. are doing helps to straighten things out for her.  How are you doing?  I hope you have a wonderful weekend!  Keep us posted about your sister.

~ Julie ~
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 11, 2012, 07:31:47 pm
Kim,

Sorry so many things went wrong on Thursday.  We have those days but it makes me wonder how things tend to happen in numbers on one particular day.  The flea market sounds interesting with the Amish items there; and the English, too.   How far away is Lancaster from you?  Have you ever visited an Amish town or neighborhood?  I've heard from a couple of people that even they have been affected by the economy and have had to close some of their "stores."  That was a great price for the wetsuit!!

I feel bad about the tire paint and all not working out right.  But it sounds like you are on track now with what you need to do.  I'll keep a lookout on FB for your pictures.  They'll look neat when done and filled with the colors you are talking about.

You have a busy day today!  I'm glad you get to see your son and have the kittens with you, too.  I hope your visit with him and your mom's friend goes really well.  I hope you have nice weather going to and from!

There are some really neat sites through FB with the pictures of unusual or creative gardens, homes, and more!  Just when I think I've seen it all, here comes a new set of ideas and sites to look through and share!  They're really neat.

Today was pretty quiet for me.  I paid some bills online, did some housework, and spoke with a couple of friends/neighbors.  I babysat, but he didn't get his nap before coming, so he slept most of the time he was here.  By the time he woke up, got changed, and had his snack, his mom was here.

Hope you have a super Saturday!  Also, have a wonderful and Happy Mother's Day!!  ((Hugs)), my friend!

~  Julie  ~  :)

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on May 12, 2012, 03:08:41 am
Juanita,

I'm sorry to hear about your sister and prayers are going up for her and your family.  That does seem to be an unusual medical problem.  At least I've never heard of it.  I hope your sister is home soon and that you can visit again.  She probably enjoyed seeing you.  Keep in touch and let us know how things are going. 

Kim



I just wanted to say Happy Friday to everyone.  I wasn't online much yesterday.  I went to Richmond (Midlothian, actually) to visit my baby sister, who is 65, in the hospital.  I have done some research over the years and have found that a lot of auto-immune diseases run in our family, and also a lot of unusual diseases and ailments.  I don't know if this is one, but my sister has one kidney much smaller than the other and had two blood vessels  running through the small one.  This was causing her to have high blood pressure, even on four different medications for HBP.   The surgeon did a procedure to (I'm not really sure how this was done) cut the flow of blood in one of the blood vessels.  I think he put a stint in it, but I'm not sure.  She is recovering from the procedure, and I guess the next few days or weeks will tell how well the procedure worked.  I'll check with you guys later.

Juanita
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on May 12, 2012, 03:19:19 am
Julie, 

Lancaster is on opposite ends of the state from me and I've never been there, although that is where my dad's family originated and there is a big family reunion I'd like to attend one day.  We have quite a few Amish in our area too though.  They seem to be doing more construction work for the English these days than what I remember when I was a kid.  It's becoming a more common occurrence to park at Lowe's beside an Amish buggy. 

I did get to visit with my son and took the kittens with me.  They fell in love with the kitties!  I didn't get to see my mom's friend though as my son wasn't feeling up to visiting anyone.  He has some anxiety issues when it comes to being around new people. 

I got to go to my favorite grocery store and ended up spening way more money than what I planned so now I'm too broke to go to the community yard sale in the next town.  :(  Oh well...when you can buy Suddenly Salads 2/1.00, BBQ sauce 2/1.00, 4 packs of pudding cups 2/1.00, a quart of black strap molasses 2.19, and packages of meat at mix and match for 5 for 20.00....you save when you spend! 

I'm going to stay home today and do some homework, reorganize a couple of cabinets and work on my transcription files. 

I'm glad you didn't have too hard of a day yesterday with the little guy.  Now maybe today you can truly have a Julie day and do just what you feel like doing. 

Any big plans for Mother's Day for you? 

Kim   

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 12, 2012, 04:47:32 pm
Hi Kim,

That's really interesting about the Amish in your area, parking beside their buggies, and helping the English with construction.  I do know they are hard and honest workers and with a lot of them, can build a house pretty quick.  Those are just a couple of reasons, out of many, of why I would love/rather live up north.  There are so many differences in the way things look, are done, and the types of houses and buildings, atmosphere, etc., that I want to be around.  I guess I developed a heart for up there through my dad and my grandparents, aunts, and uncles, who lived up there. 

I'm glad you got to visit with your son and that they enjoyed the kittens.  They didn't try to talk one away from you, lol?  Sorry you didn't get to see your mom's friend.

You did get some great sales on those products - can't blame you at all for snapping them up!

You may have an "at-home" day today, but you have definitely given yourself plenty to do!  Hope you get a lot done that you want.  I worked on my classwork some today, cleaned one of the bathrooms, and then our pastor's mom and dad came over.  His dad cuts Roddy's and Adam's hair, and his mom comes to visit me.  I am starting to notice some more changes with her health - her mind is wandering more, including forgetting normal words for things (this week she called a car a green horse; then a few minutes later said car); and her mood will switch abruptly from calm to agitated.  She's not done it at me, but to her dil, and some others.  She always remembers my name, but will forget many regular people's names who are always around her.  She's on stronger meds in the morning for her trembling/shaking - which helps her during the day/evening.

Plans for tomorrow are home and simple.  They are grilling steaks for us, with potatoes and salad.  I know I won't hear from the older son, but am so thankful my other 2 are here and are so supportive of Roddy and I.  I hope you have a wonderful Mother's Day yourself.  What are your plans?

((Hugs))

~ Julie ~
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on May 13, 2012, 07:50:39 am
Julie,

Living around the Amish is certainly different.  There weren't many around when I grew up here but seems that more have moved into these areas.  I want them to adopt me so I can learn rugmaking and other neat things. 

I got some good yard sale buys yesterday too.  I thought I was broke and wouldn't go to any sales but scoured the house for coins and went to just three in my area.  I got Bob a really nice pigskin coat, an UnderArmour shirt, a bunch of body wash from Avon (50 cents each) a few button down tops for myself and some other goodies. 

The kittens are fully on canned food now and potty training is going well but the kitchen floor is constantly covered with litter and in need of sweeping/scrubbing. 

I'm going to go to WV for a week to help my daughter prepare for Dakota's graduation party and to attend graduation.  The kittens should be pretty self-sufficient and Bob should be able to manage while I'm gone.  He will come down in time for the party too.  I suppose he will need to bring the kittens with him for that one night. 

It does sound like the pastor's mother is sliding downhill.  That's sad.  We have the same thing with my sil's mom.  She had a stroke and even though she knows what she is saying, or so it seems, the wrong words come out and she gets frustrated. 

I'm slow cooking ribs today.  Not sure what I'm fixing to eat with them...possibly suddenly salad. 

I hope you have a great Mother's day!

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 13, 2012, 04:01:51 pm
Kim,

Hope you are having a nice Mother's Day!   :heart:   Veronica made steaks for me/us!  She and Adam cleaned up, then brought out a buttercream frosted cake, which is one of my favorites.   :thumbsup:   It's been a nice and quiet day with them.  Nothing from the other son.  My pastor even sent me a text (Roddy told me later he knew about it and that he was concerned for me if son didn't call.)  That was sweet and thoughtful.

Wow - you were able to make some good buys yesterday with scouring up coins!  What we women can do when we are determined, right?!!   8)    ;D

I'm glad the kittens are on canned food now - that helps a lot.  As far as the litter, lol, between our 3 grown kitties, I have a swivel sweeper back there and use it daily for the litter "crumbs" from their paws.  Yep, the mopping and scrubbing come into it, too!  Wouldn't trade the kitties, though!    :cat:

That's sad with your SIL's mom.  We can't blame them for getting so frustrated knowing what they are saying and meaning, but the ones around them don't. 

I hope you have a nice time in WV.  It's nice you are helping your daughter to prepare for the graduation party and all.  Hope you all have a nice visit.  Congratulations to your granddaughter!!  Hope the kittens have a fun field trip if they have to come with Bob, lol!

Hope your ribs were delicious!  Suddenly salad sounds just fine with them!  I'm glad you are off for awhile and able to do some things you want to do.

Have a great Monday!    :wave:

~ Julie ~    :cat:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: faysweet on May 13, 2012, 04:23:03 pm
we just back from zoo ...is so busy i tink everybody going there fro mother day...nice n sunshine in st.louis ...luv my state
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: bholmes618 on May 13, 2012, 05:47:16 pm
I am a wife, married for 37 years with 2 adult children.  I am employed full-time as a medical transcriptionist working from home.  I love reading blogs on saving money, frugality, and multiple streams of income which is what brought me to Fusion Cash.   Every little bit adds up and this is easy money.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on May 14, 2012, 02:29:59 am
I am a wife, married for 37 years with 2 adult children.  I am employed full-time as a medical transcriptionist working from home.  I love reading blogs on saving money, frugality, and multiple streams of income which is what brought me to Fusion Cash.   Every little bit adds up and this is easy money.


Welcome.  Kudos to you for being able to do the medical transcription work from home.  I would love to do that too but fear that is a job that is difficult to get into these days and one that is phasing out due to the Dragon Naturally Speaking.  The doctors in where I was interning were using that program and it seemed to be working quite well. 

I too love to read about ways to save money and frugal living.  I only do My Points and Fusion Cash right now.  If you know of any additional / easy to earn sites please share your information. 

Hope to see you again. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on May 14, 2012, 02:31:25 am
we just back from zoo ...is so busy i tink everybody going there fro mother day...nice n sunshine in st.louis ...luv my state

The zoo is always a great place to spend family time and I'll bet it was packed for Mother's Day.  Glad you had nice weather. 

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on May 14, 2012, 02:42:42 am
Julie, 

Veronica's steaks sound wonderful.  I did fix the ribs with suddenly salad and a tossed salad and they were good but not as good as if someone else would have cooked them (and cleaned up).  The cake sounds good too.  Our dessert was a dreamsicle. 

Sorry you didn't hear anything from Randall but as you said you expected that would be the case.  Very thoughtful of your pastor to have your situation in his mind. 

I talked to my other daughter last night and guess I'll be going to visit her on Thursday so we can work on her yard.  She doesn't know what to do to create privacy so I'm going to offer some growing suggestions. 

Bob bought me a nice Calalily (sp?) for Mother's Day.  It is in a bright yellow faux watering can.  I got another nook of flowers on a stand growing in the breezeway now and included the lily in that grouping. 

Funny story...last night we were in the living room and all critters were within eyeview except one kitten.  I kept hearing a noise in the kitchen so went to investigate.  I had a bag of sweet potato chips (with sea salt) on the counter and the bag was moving about and making noise.  I knew the kittens couldn't be up that high yet so pretty much figured we had a mousie.  Turds were covering the counter too so I called the biggest cat in the house, Bob, to come do his job.  He found a trap in the basement and set it and within 5 minutes the poor little fellas rump was sticking out of the trap with his last bite of sweet potato chip in his front end. 

It even makes me sad to kill mice but it has to be done. 

He reset the trap but nothing this morning.  A lone mouse or just one that got away from Nala? 

Not sure what we're doing today.  I have to make some business phone calls and of course there is enough daily chores to keep me busy.  I want to get the plants in those kart tires I painted and possibly paint a few more.  Race colors, green, red, yellow and some 4th of July in red, white and blue.  I'm going to have Bob take those to the track and see if anyone would want to purchase them and make a bit of spare change.  If not I'll just have more to decorate with!

See you about. 

Kim
 

Kim,

Hope you are having a nice Mother's Day!   :heart:   Veronica made steaks for me/us!  She and Adam cleaned up, then brought out a buttercream frosted cake, which is one of my favorites.   :thumbsup:   It's been a nice and quiet day with them.  Nothing from the other son.  My pastor even sent me a text (Roddy told me later he knew about it and that he was concerned for me if son didn't call.)  That was sweet and thoughtful.

Wow - you were able to make some good buys yesterday with scouring up coins!  What we women can do when we are determined, right?!!   8)    ;D

I'm glad the kittens are on canned food now - that helps a lot.  As far as the litter, lol, between our 3 grown kitties, I have a swivel sweeper back there and use it daily for the litter "crumbs" from their paws.  Yep, the mopping and scrubbing come into it, too!  Wouldn't trade the kitties, though!    :cat:

That's sad with your SIL's mom.  We can't blame them for getting so frustrated knowing what they are saying and meaning, but the ones around them don't. 

I hope you have a nice time in WV.  It's nice you are helping your daughter to prepare for the graduation party and all.  Hope you all have a nice visit.  Congratulations to your granddaughter!!  Hope the kittens have a fun field trip if they have to come with Bob, lol!

Hope your ribs were delicious!  Suddenly salad sounds just fine with them!  I'm glad you are off for awhile and able to do some things you want to do.

Have a great Monday!    :wave:

~ Julie ~    :cat:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: loulizlee on May 14, 2012, 09:53:36 am
Thank you all for the prayers for my sister.  She is doing well in her recovery so far.  I just hope the procedure will help her to get her blood pressure adjusted.  I am concerned about her husband, Dana, however.  He is my sister's second husband and somewhat older than she - about 15 or 16 years, I think.  He has been in remission from Hodgkins' Lymphoma for about 10 year, but his most recent tests show the cancer cells are back.  He is very frail (he has lost 15 pounds in the last couple of months) and will have to take chemotherapy by pills rather than by infusion because of his fragile state.  Please say a prayer for him, too.  Thanks so much.

I had a great Mother's Day, especially since my daughter and her family got back home from NC yesterday, and we were able to get together for a short while.  We didn't stay long because they were tired because of the long trip.  It takes at least 4 hours but longer when you have a 4-year-old who has to "go potty" frequently.  Anyway, we as so happy they are back. 

Have a great week, guys.

Juanita
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 14, 2012, 01:06:52 pm
That sounds like a lot of fun for Mother's Day!  Now days, the zoo has so much more to offer than when I was a kid, so it's so much more fun for everyone!  :)

we just back from zoo ...is so busy i tink everybody going there fro mother day...nice n sunshine in st.louis ...luv my state
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 14, 2012, 01:13:48 pm
I am a wife, married for 37 years with 2 adult children.  I am employed full-time as a medical transcriptionist working from home.  I love reading blogs on saving money, frugality, and multiple streams of income which is what brought me to Fusion Cash.   Every little bit adds up and this is easy money.

Hi and welcome!  My hubby and I will be married 30 years this July, and we have 3 adult children, 2 granddaughters, and another grandchild on the way.  I took a medical transcription class/course and really wanted to work from home with it.  Where we lived at the time, they were using as many ladies, plus the things I needed for home were a little much for my finances.  I did enjoy the class, though.  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 14, 2012, 01:18:24 pm
Thank you all for the prayers for my sister.  She is doing well in her recovery so far.  I just hope the procedure will help her to get her blood pressure adjusted.  I am concerned about her husband, Dana, however.  He is my sister's second husband and somewhat older than she - about 15 or 16 years, I think.  He has been in remission from Hodgkins' Lymphoma for about 10 year, but his most recent tests show the cancer cells are back.  He is very frail (he has lost 15 pounds in the last couple of months) and will have to take chemotherapy by pills rather than by infusion because of his fragile state.  Please say a prayer for him, too.  Thanks so much.

I had a great Mother's Day, especially since my daughter and her family got back home from NC yesterday, and we were able to get together for a short while.  We didn't stay long because they were tired because of the long trip.  It takes at least 4 hours but longer when you have a 4-year-old who has to "go potty" frequently.  Anyway, we as so happy they are back. 

Have a great week, guys.

Juanita

Juanita,

I'm glad your sister is doing well so far.  I'm sorry her husband is struggling with the Lymphoma cancer cells coming back.  I hope the pills will help with that.   I'm so glad you had a great Mother's Day and your daughter and her family getting back home!  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 14, 2012, 01:36:50 pm
Hi Kim,

You did have a nice dinner, just sorry you had to clean up, too.  That seems to change once the nest is empty, doesn't it?  Since 2 of mine are still here, they work together with helping with the chores. 

That is funny with your little visitor, lol!  I'm sure that chip bag moving was funny until you found the culprit.  Every once in awhile we have a tiny guest and now we keep the "honey" slats on hand.  They love honey and this is mixed with glue - once they step on the slat, they're stuck.  The cats always alert us now because of the way they'll hover by the stove and fridge.  That's when Roddy will place the 2 slats down in between the stove and fridge on one side, and the stove and counter on the other side.  Hope yours was just the one who got by Nala!

That was nice of Bob to give you the Calalily.  I imagine it looks neat in that yellow watering can.  I'm looking forward to seeing all of your finished projects with your props and flowers.

Last week of babysitting for awhile since school will be out after Friday.  She left her hubby - he was getting very mean - she and the kids are with her mom.  This isn't the first time.

Hope you are enjoying your time off.  Talk to you later!

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on May 15, 2012, 04:24:22 am
Wishing everyone a happy Tuesday.  Although I was up early I didn't get online until now and I only have a few minutes.  We are on our way to pick Amya and Jess up from the airport on their return trip from Florida. 

Hope everyone is doing okay. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 15, 2012, 03:27:55 pm
Hey Kim!

Happy Tuesday to you, too!  Sounds like you have another busy day. 

Busy here with cleaning and babysitting.  This is the last week of babysitting since school will let out on Friday.

I have my class at 9:00 tonight, and it will probably go until around 10:45 or so.  Everything in the workbook is done and ready.

Have a great Tuesday evening with Bob!

((Hugs))

~Julie~   :heart:
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on May 16, 2012, 03:39:38 am
Julie,

I'm glad your classes are about to wrap up.  I know you probably learned a lot and it was a nice change from routine but it will be good to free up some more time for yourself.  Last week of babysitting too?  You will have all kinds of free time on your hands!  What will you do?  Clean? 

I pulled my computer room apart yesterday and scrubbed all corners.  Now today I have to put everything back.  That is my focus for today.  This room gets to be a real mess with school and studying and I have a bad habit of just putting anything in this room that I don't want to take the time to put away right. 

Kittens are thriving but messy.  More later.  Have a great day.

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 16, 2012, 03:41:38 pm
Hi Kim,

Yes, last week for babysitting.  I know I'll watch him occasionally for her - she, Roddy, and Veronica will be driving buses for the school lunch program during June and July.

I still have 3 weeks of class left.  Last night's was more difficult.  We had to acknowledge how our past has shaped our emotions, reactions, perspectives, and more.  Then there are coping strategies to learn that would help us to re-learn how to shape those very things that hold us back or have basically held us in their grip of depression, worry, worsening health issues, etc.  I have a difficult time going back in time like that - have already done so before and hated having to do it again.

That was a project with your computer room!  Did you get it all put back?

Have a great evening and a terrific Thursday!

~ Julie ~  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on May 17, 2012, 03:57:00 am
Julie,

I do understand how difficult it is going back through the past that has shaped our life.  It's horrible and I know you probably felt drained when you were done.  The thing that always gets me is that even when you tell someone what you went through I don't truly think most people understand the depth of the pain.  They hear your words but they don't really listen with their heart. 

Coping skills are very good but my problem is taking the time necessary to apply those skills.  It is an effort usually and I'm running so fast that I tend to just "feel" what comes natural more quickly than taking the time to think my way through the issue that is troubling me.  Comprende? 

Yes I got the computer room back in shape and it feels better having gone through and tossing things out that are not important.  I got all of my important paperwork filed and feel a little more in control again.  I still have some work to do in the bedroom closets but if I have to wait until a weekend after school starts it still will get done.

I'm going to my daughters to visit today.  She wants advice on her yard.  We've kind of been on the outs lately because of the deal with the camper.  (I think I told you about it?)  She and I were so very close when she was little but she started changing in her teen years into a personality that I've had a hard time dealing with. I spend a lot of time gritting my teeth when I'm with her.  She can be a lot of fun but has a very pompous attitude.  She used to put a lot of stock into how much money people had, the amounts they spent on personal items and had married into a family with clout.  She threw the money, family name and their alliances around quite a bit.  She has since divorced and is now a pauper but claims to be happy but still has that "I am smarter, prettier, can run faster and am the BEST at everything I say and do" attitude.  There is nothing humble about her and she isn't interested too much in anything anyone else has to say or their opinions.  It's terrible to feel this way about your own child.  My other daughter has more money than this one ever had even with her marriage but is more down to earth and would do anything for anybody.  She made the statement once that she didn't know where she got her attitude because they both grew up in the same trailor park.  (Hey it was a nice park!)   :dontknow:

I wish I could get over these feelings when I'm with her because I want to feel as close to her as I did when she was a little girl again. 

Enough whining...I'll talk to you more later. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: loulizlee on May 17, 2012, 11:03:29 am
Update on my sister - she is in the hospital again.  Internal bleeding.  Will post more later.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 17, 2012, 11:29:10 am
Update on my sister - she is in the hospital again.  Internal bleeding.  Will post more later.

Hi Juanita,

I'm sorry your sister is back in the hospital with the internal bleeding.  I sure hope they can help get that in control.  My brother-in-law had spinal surgery yesterday.  His drainage tube either moved or has something wrong with it so they have to go back in today to fix that.  I'll continue prayers for your sister and her husband.  I hope you are doing okay with everything you've got going on.

~ Julie ~
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 17, 2012, 11:46:14 am
Hi Kim,

I do like and agree with the way you said that about others hearing us but not really listening with their heart.  It is true for many.  Then there are the precious few who, though they may not totally understand, still have empathy, care, and concern for us.  And as far as the coping skills, I mucho comprende!

We still need to straighten up and clear out some closets.  You wouldn't think much would get put in them just being here for 4 years, but goodness gracious, I am wrong!  I'm trying to help Roddy straighten up and fix up his office better, too.  We still have some boxes in there to open and put things where they belong.

I hope you and your daughter did well together, today.  Did you two come to an agreement about the yard?  Yes, I do remember you explaining about her.  It's something to see just how alike or totally different our children can be from each other, including personality, attitude, motivation, and all kinds of areas.

You're not whining - it is as it is - these things will always be on our "mommy hearts."  Like with my oldest "prodigal" son right now.  His mil FB'd me last night asking if I'm still coming down there on Tues., that she has "arranged" for her and the girls to meet me.  Roddy feels like I should proceed with "caution" not knowing if I may be ambushed or not.  If it still works out, I've got the girls' gifts ready to go with me, including a little note for each.  In my oldest gd's note, I'll include my cell number and ask her to keep my note in her little purse or bag in case she ever wants to call me. 

I talked with Roddy about the flowers I'd like to get and where to put them.  His main concern is making sure they get watered, lol.  But Veronica and he both said they'd help with that, anyway.  How are yours all coming, along with the tires and all?

Hope you and Bob have a nice evening!

((Hugs))

~Julie~   :cat:

Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on May 18, 2012, 03:15:34 am
Update on my sister - she is in the hospital again.  Internal bleeding.  Will post more later.

Juanita, 

Prayers going out to you and your sister.  Yes keep us updated.  Hugs.

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on May 18, 2012, 03:24:34 am
Julie,

I actually had a nice day with my daughter.  She was never into yard saling...more of a high-end shopper and thought of yard sales as a bunch of junk and rednecks.  She finally saw the value of buying something that was high-end prices at really cheap prices.  She bought a nice necklace, a sun dress, several pots for her plants and really enjoyed herself.  We went and bought seeds to grow lettuce and herbs and got her a humming bird feeder.  I filled it before I left and am hoping she gets some birds.  She has three cats and a big patio window where they can see the bird so I think it will be a fun adventure for all of them.

I gave some suggestions for the yard that I think she liked but she is like me....she has to wait until she has the money to work on the projects. 

However, we tried to call my son and go visit him as we were in the area and he was acting strange.  I tried calling him five or more times last evening and he never answered.  Don't know what's up with him. 

Our flowers and plants are doing well.  I'm sure if you get yours planted Roddy and Veronica will help you out on the days you aren't feeling up to it.  Do you have full-sun all day? 

I agree with Roddy that you should proceed with caution but I'm hopeful that since they have remained in contact with you now for several weeks they will come through with their promises. 

Today I'm going to work around the house some but I have some business calls to make and a couple of scarves to finish up. 

I leave Tuesday for WV so have to start thinking about what to pack.  Later gator. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 18, 2012, 07:35:37 pm
Hi Kim,

I'm glad you and your daughter had a nice day.  She got some pretty neat things, too.  That was nice of you to help her out in setting things up.

Wonder what's going on with your son?  I hope you will hear from him soon.

That's great your plants and flowers are doing well.  The front of our house is full sun most all day.  The back has more shade.  There are few trees as of yet, except for what we've planted.  All of our trees at at the back half of our property.  We've tried adding a couple of more trees each year.  There are many maples mixed in the trees in the back.  We've planted maples at the front part of the property but there aren't enough trees there to shade them and they don't survive.  Neither did our peach trees and crab apple trees.  Oaks have done good, and we're going to add a couple of pecan trees next year.  They are everywhere in our town with the groves and the business farms.  They are great shade in the summer and, as Veronica says, are spooky in the winter, lol.

Okay, enough of rambling.  Hope you have a super weekend!

~Juju~  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on May 19, 2012, 03:39:36 am
Julie,

We have mixed areas of shade and full sun.  I just have to experiment with where the different plant types do the best.  We have plenty of trees and some of them are really old with lots of dead branches.  We have one that concerns me as it is close to the pool.  If it should come down on its own we'll be in big trouble. 

I did talk to my son yesterday.  He said he is just depressed but didn't want to talk about it.  They have him trying a new medication.  I can't remember the name of it but it is one that messes with your seratonin so it takes a while to work.  He doesn't have another appointment until June 22. 

I guess I'm going to a local beach (lake) today with a friend from school.  She called yesterday to ask me to go with her.  She is having a problem with her knee.  She had surgery last year but something still isn't right.  She needs a full knee replacement but the doctor is reluctant because she is only 48 and the knees usually only last about 15 years.  My thoughts are that I'd rather have a good knee for 15 so I could get some exercise.  Otherwise you're just going to continue to gain weight and feel poorly which isn't going to help the existing knee one bit nor your state of mind. 

My daughter and I joined Weight Watchers online.  I'm going to track on my own and she'll use the site for her tracking.  I don't know how easy it will be to stick to it.  WW takes a lot of planning and once school starts I don't know how disciplined I can be.  Yuk.  But I do need to lose this weight.  I feel horrible. 

Gotta run.  Bob is up and I want to visit with him before he goes to work. 

Later.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 19, 2012, 06:12:15 pm
Hi Kim,

I joined Weight Watchers when Veronica was around 4 years old.  A friend wanted me to join with her - it was free to join, just pay the weekly or monthly fee.  Since I was working at the time, I could afford the payments and buying the food.  I was very strict with it, and jogged at least 3 to 4 mornings a week with neighbor friends.  I mostly ate the weight watcher meals and desserts, then included fruits and veges and snacks where I needed.  I ended up losing 35 lbs. which put me back to pre-pregnancy weight from all 3 of my kids.  When I got sick a few years ago, all of that weight came back on.  With the asthma, allergies, diabetes, chronic bronchitis, stress, body giving out, and I couldn't even jog anymore, it was horrible.  Now I can't afford to do the program - but I know it works for me.  I hope it works for you and your daughter.  I really enjoyed doing it, too.

Sorry to hear about your son struggling with that.  Meds can do that, yet they are supposed to help, right?  I hope they kick in for him so he'll feel more normal.

That's a shame about your friend's knee - I agree with you about having a good 15 years, especially while younger where she can exercise.  I hope you both had a nice time at the "beach" today!

I studied for about an hour this morning for my class.  Now I have to ask 3 people (family or friends) about 8 questions each, and then analyze them to help see what they all see about me on a daily basis.  That should be fun (not!)

Talk to you tomorrow!

Juju  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on May 20, 2012, 03:03:48 am
Julie,

Yes WW does work but it does take time to plan.  I ordered a new pedometer and I hope to start walking again.  I just haven't been very good at sticking to anything in the last couple of years. 

We had a good time yesterday but my shoulders are a little burned and sore.  My friend Nellie is coming down today so we can work on her daughter's wedding video. 

Lots of other little piddly things that needs done too, purse cleaning, new google calendar for this semester, water plants, etc so it's another fun filled day as usual.

See you around and about.

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: loulizlee on May 20, 2012, 08:18:39 am
Hi Guys,

I'm writing this on Sunday morning when I'm usually in church, but I haven't been feeling well the past few days.  I think most of it is stress from everything that is going on.  I'm getting updates about my sister from my niece, who is looking after her mother and stepfather.  Please say a prayer for her, too. She has a lot on her.  She says my sister was given a regular room because she may be in  the hospital for a few days.  They put in a pic line so they can give her all her meds through that, and they also put in a catheter so she can be in bed as much as possible.  I'll keep you updated.

Julie, I hope your brother-in-law is doing better.  Please let me know how he is doing, also.

Juanita
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: falcon9 on May 20, 2012, 01:28:35 pm
I'm writing this ... blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah ...
Juanita


[-this response initiated by "loulizlee/Jaunita" spamming another thread out-of-the-blue so before you whine, attribute this first time interruption of this thread to "loulizlee" and be sure to thank her-]
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 20, 2012, 09:18:03 pm
I'm writing this ... blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah ...
Juanita


[-this response initiated by "loulizlee/Jaunita" spamming another thread out-of-the-blue so before you whine, attribute this first time interruption of this thread to "loulizlee" and be sure to thank her-]


Falcon9, if you want to participate in this thread of golotomer's, you are more than welcome to.  However, to spam a thread just to follow loulizlee and try to make a certain point, is wrong and starting trouble.  If you have a problem with her, take it up with her in the other thread.  It's not "whining" to say this to you, either.  Just knock it off please and keep it out of here.  Thank you.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 20, 2012, 09:25:07 pm
Julie,

Yes WW does work but it does take time to plan.  I ordered a new pedometer and I hope to start walking again.  I just haven't been very good at sticking to anything in the last couple of years. 

We had a good time yesterday but my shoulders are a little burned and sore.  My friend Nellie is coming down today so we can work on her daughter's wedding video. 

Lots of other little piddly things that needs done too, purse cleaning, new google calendar for this semester, water plants, etc so it's another fun filled day as usual.

See you around and about.

Kim

Hi Kim,

I need to buy me a pedometer, myself.  It would help, I think, to motivate me to keep taking those extra steps to up the amount, lol.  Last night I dreamed I was jogging again.  Ha ha!

I can't remember, but how soon is Nellie's daughter's wedding?  Are you two almost done with preparations?

Purse cleaning is a must for me, too, lol.  It's time for the spring/summer purse!

My little fella spent last night here.  His parents, and older brother and sister, had to go out of town.  He was a good little boy.  Everyone here helped, so it wasn't hard at all.  They picked him up earlier.

Well, everyone is off now from bus driving since school let out Friday.  Full house again!

Have a great Monday - see ya later!

~ Julie ~  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 20, 2012, 09:32:58 pm
Hi Guys,

I'm writing this on Sunday morning when I'm usually in church, but I haven't been feeling well the past few days.  I think most of it is stress from everything that is going on.  I'm getting updates about my sister from my niece, who is looking after her mother and stepfather.  Please say a prayer for her, too. She has a lot on her.  She says my sister was given a regular room because she may be in  the hospital for a few days.  They put in a pic line so they can give her all her meds through that, and they also put in a catheter so she can be in bed as much as possible.  I'll keep you updated.

Julie, I hope your brother-in-law is doing better.  Please let me know how he is doing, also.

Juanita

Hi Juanita,

Prayers are included for your niece, too.  That's a lot for her.  I sure hope everyone will start improving and getting better soon.  I hope you feel better soon, too.  Stress can definitely do a lot to your health.  Hope tomorrow is a better day.

Julie ((Hugs))
P.S.  I told Falcon9 to take it up with you if he has a problem, in the other thread.  You can see it above in my response to him.  I don't know what happened and didn't look, but he should not have brought it in here, in someone else's blog, just to get at you. 
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on May 21, 2012, 03:57:45 am
Prayers going out to your family.  Keep us updated.  I'm sorry you are going through all of this trouble and not feeling well too.  You are right ...stress is probably the biggest part of the problem. 

Hi Guys,

I'm writing this on Sunday morning when I'm usually in church, but I haven't been feeling well the past few days.  I think most of it is stress from everything that is going on.  I'm getting updates about my sister from my niece, who is looking after her mother and stepfather.  Please say a prayer for her, too. She has a lot on her.  She says my sister was given a regular room because she may be in  the hospital for a few days.  They put in a pic line so they can give her all her meds through that, and they also put in a catheter so she can be in bed as much as possible.  I'll keep you updated.

Julie, I hope your brother-in-law is doing better.  Please let me know how he is doing, also.

Juanita
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on May 21, 2012, 04:04:05 am
Falcon,

Julie is right.  I'm not typically a rude, mean person and I usually hold my tongue when others are rude...however, I am a force to be reckoned with when I choose.  My advice to you is stay off this blog unless you have something construction, productive or kind to share.  Otherwise, additional rude posts will be reported and you will be ignored.  Bullies usually don't have much to say when their loud words fall on their ears alone.  The silence becomes deafening. 

My advice to Julie and Juanita is to do the same...report and ignore. 



I'm writing this ... blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah ...
Juanita


[-this response initiated by "loulizlee/Jaunita" spamming another thread out-of-the-blue so before you whine, attribute this first time interruption of this thread to "loulizlee" and be sure to thank her-]


Falcon9, if you want to participate in this thread of golotomer's, you are more than welcome to.  However, to spam a thread just to follow loulizlee and try to make a certain point, is wrong and starting trouble.  If you have a problem with her, take it up with her in the other thread.  It's not "whining" to say this to you, either.  Just knock it off please and keep it out of here.  Thank you.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: falcon9 on May 21, 2012, 04:42:07 am
I'm writing this ... blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah ...
Juanita


[-this response initiated by "loulizlee/Jaunita" spamming another thread out-of-the-blue so before you whine, attribute this first time interruption of this thread to "loulizlee" and be sure to thank her-]



Falcon9, if you want to participate in this thread of golotomer's, you are more than welcome to.  However, to spam a thread just to follow loulizlee and try to make a certain point, is wrong and starting trouble. 

As stated, I didn't Start this "trouble" - "loulizlee" suddenly began spamming a d+d thread out-of-the-blue, one in which she'd never contributed before by posting "chirp" about 440 times.  Whether this was out of some sort of spitefulness or just trolling and spamming, it was returned to her for a refund. Typically, you place 'blame' without evidence and 'believe' another xtian - also without evidence.

If you have a problem with her, take it up with her in the other thread.  It's not "whining" to say this to you, either.  Just knock it off please and keep it out of here.  Thank you.[/color]

It was taken up in the other thread but, that's not the point.  She's free to post in any FC forum or thread, (just not free to spam them), as am I free to feed a troll something indigestable.  Neither the other thread nor this one are 'private property' of the FC members, (the forums belong to FC and this thread is most emphatically NOT some private "blog", despite the thread title. 

If you have a problem with that, complain to the moderator and make sure to add a mistaken belief that this thread is a 'private blog'.  I've never posted to this particular thread before - not because it's some sort of 'gossip preserve/blog/sanctuary' but, because it's been of no interest to me.  At least, not until "loulizlee" trolled me in another thread as a "calling out" trolling which brought my attention to her posts.  That being the case, you're complaining about a response to a troll, ("loulizlee" in this instance), as if this thread were a 'sanctuary' to which trolls can 'hit-and-run' to.  Also recall the fact that the FC moderator has shown that he reads many of these posts and that any 'slanted'/one-sided complaint is easily discerned for what it is.

That said, if "loulizlee's" trolling is discontinued, so too will any response to them be discontinued.  The option to reply to any disparaging posts concerning me or my posts, (directly or, indirectly), is retained.  Just so you know, "loulizlee" posted that she chose not to use the FC ignore function and freely decided to initiate trolling me by posting "calling out" messages.  Complaining when such a 'call' was answered is irrational.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: falcon9 on May 21, 2012, 05:01:45 am
Falcon,

Julie is right.  I'm not typically a rude, mean person and I usually hold my tongue when others are rude...however, I am a force to be reckoned with when I choose.

The interruption of this thread, (which is not a personal "blog",  but is an FC off topic forum thread), to which any FC member may post if they so choose, was a direct result of "loulizlee" trolling me in another thread/forum by her initiating a "calling out" post.  The option to respond to it in a manner of my own choosing was made available by her actions, since I considered her initial decision to troll as being "rude".

My advice to you is stay off this blog unless you have something construction, productive or kind to share.  Otherwise, additional rude posts will be reported and you will be ignored.  Bullies usually don't have much to say when their loud words fall on their ears alone.  The silence becomes deafening.  

Your false characterization of a Response to the initial 'rudeness' of someone who went out of her way to troll me in another forum in the form of such a 'threat' will also be reported to the moderator, (since "bearing false witness" is otherwise known as lying).  If you choose to misrepresent this response as 'bullying' and then have the hypocritical gall to attempt to 'bully' me, you don't know the meaning of "irrational".  If you don't want to read my posts, use the ignore button provided by FC.  If you believe that you can threaten and run to the moderator like a dishonest martyr and call that being "a force to be reckoned with", you'd be mistaken.  Instead of having a preconceived notion wthout knowing the available facts of a situation, you could've easily obtained the  actual facts of the situation before going off 'half-martyred'. I'm neither intimidated nor capable of being 'bullied' by xtians, (something you'd be previously aware of had you actually looked before you leapt).
 
My advice to Julie and Juanita is to do the same...report and ignore.  

Reporting an untruthful complaint isn't the same as just using the recommended ignore button. Nor is using the ignore button and then continuing to not ignore someone rational.  The moderator realizes this and has remarked on it before when others have 'not-ignored' after claiming to use the ignore button.  If and when my legitimate responses to being trolled and falsely characterized are reported, remember that just because you accuse someone of something sans evidence, doesn't mean that it'll be 'taken on "faith" alone' by others.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: falcon9 on May 21, 2012, 05:12:45 am
I don't know what happened and didn't look, but he should not have brought it in here, in someone else's blog, just to get at you.

Although you stated that you didn't look to see that "loulizlee" suddenly began spamming another forum's thread with about 440 reiterations of the word "chirp", (null contribution), that sounds convienently like it was 'taken on "faith" alone' that I'm to blame for her trolling me.  Additionally, this thread is not a personal blog, (despite the thread title, it's an FC off topic forum thread and not a 'private sanctuary' for trolls).

I trust the moderator to correctly discern that a few fervent xtians are 'ganging-up' on a non-xtian by reporting fabrications in order to make a 'martyr' of another xtian.  No doubt that's meant to be some accurate representation of what being a xtian 'believer' is, isn't it?
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: loulizlee on May 21, 2012, 07:38:44 am
I'm so sorry the above was brought to this thread.  I'm sure just trying to explain it will only bring on more of the same kinds of responses.  I stand on the fact that these statements and innuendos made are not true.  The post I made was real enough, however, and it must have hit a nerve.  I will check with you guys later.  Thank you for your friendship, prayers, and well wishes.  Again, I'm so sorry.

Juanita
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: falcon9 on May 21, 2012, 07:52:22 am
I'm so sorry the above was brought to this thread.  I'm sure just trying to explain it will only bring on more of the same kinds of responses.

If, by "more of the same kinds of responses", you mean the facts, (as opposed to assumptions being fabricated by your associates), then you bet.

I stand on the fact that these statements and innuendos made are not true.

Such broad and vague allegations ... which statements and "innuendos made are not true", precisely?  
The statement that you suddenly trolled the d+d forum thread "Re: Dumbing-down or wising-up?" « Reply #103 on: 20-05-2012, 13:15:33 » in Message ID: 540418 by posting "chirp" about 440 times is manifestly true.  

The post I made was real enough, however, and it must have hit a nerve.  

Your "must have hit a nerve" remark is a tacit admission of trolling with the spammed post you made.  The other post you also made to the same thread;
« Reply #101 on: 20-05-2012, 13:03:53 » Message ID: 540411:

"Actually, I do know how to use the ignore button.  It's just more fun this way."
merely confirms you were trolling because you deemed it as "just more fun that way"; which means it was an intentional attempt to goad/troll.

I will check with you guys later.  Thank you for your friendship, prayers, and well wishes.  Again, I'm so sorry.
Juanita

You forget to thank your xtian cohorts for fabricating reports to the moderator, being accessories after the fact to your trolling micro-campaign and supporting "rude" calling out behaviour which the moderator has indicated is against FC posting policy.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 21, 2012, 11:05:53 am
I don't know what happened and didn't look, but he should not have brought it in here, in someone else's blog, just to get at you.

Although you stated that you didn't look to see that "loulizlee" suddenly began spamming another forum's thread with about 440 reiterations of the word "chirp", (null contribution), that sounds convienently like it was 'taken on "faith" alone' that I'm to blame for her trolling me.  Additionally, this thread is not a personal blog, (despite the thread title, it's an FC off topic forum thread and not a 'private sanctuary' for trolls).

I trust the moderator to correctly discern that a few fervent xtians are 'ganging-up' on a non-xtian by reporting fabrications in order to make a 'martyr' of another xtian.  No doubt that's meant to be some accurate representation of what being a xtian 'believer' is, isn't it?

The only one making this a Christian/non-christian issue is you.  Putting you on ignore will not solve the issue of you coming in here out of the blue just to spite the other member.  We've gone round and round in those other threads and I don't want trouble started in here. 

This blog is open to anyone, even you, but when you come in out of blue like you did after one person, that is not taking part in the blog in a respectful way.  This is not fair to everyone else who enjoys coming in here to make comments about their days, asking for prayers, sharing news, etc.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: falcon9 on May 21, 2012, 03:21:11 pm
The only one making this a Christian/non-christian issue is you.  Putting you on ignore will not solve the issue of you coming in here out of the blue just to spite the other member.  

The response wasn't out of "spite" nor, "out of the blue" since the evidence of the actual sequence of events contradicts your false characterizations of it:
« Reply #103 on: 20-05-2012, 13:15:33 » Message ID: 540418:
"Chirp ..." [over 400 repetitions of "chirp"]

That was her 'out-of-the-blue' initial trolling to "spite" another FC member.  My subsequent response, (which means 'after'), occurred in this thread in « Reply #1518 on: 20-05-2012, 13:28:35 » Message ID: 540425 (28 minutes after she trolled me).

This blog is open to anyone, even you, but when you come in out of blue like you did after one person

Repeating your false accusation isn't going to suddenly confer truth upon it.  The evidence contradicts your "bearing false witness" both here and in any 'report to the moderator' which occurred.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 21, 2012, 04:01:54 pm
The only one making this a Christian/non-christian issue is you.  Putting you on ignore will not solve the issue of you coming in here out of the blue just to spite the other member.  

The response wasn't out of "spite" nor, "out of the blue" since the evidence of the actual sequence of events contradicts your false characterizations of it:
« Reply #103 on: 20-05-2012, 13:15:33 » Message ID: 540418:
"Chirp ..." [over 400 repetitions of "chirp"]

That was her 'out-of-the-blue' initial trolling to "spite" another FC member.  My subsequent response, (which means 'after'), occurred in this thread in « Reply #1518 on: 20-05-2012, 13:28:35 » Message ID: 540425 (28 minutes after she trolled me).

This blog is open to anyone, even you, but when you come in out of blue like you did after one person

Repeating your false accusation isn't going to suddenly confer truth upon it.  The evidence contradicts your "bearing false witness" both here and in any 'report to the moderator' which occurred.

Falcon,

This thread "blog" has nothing whatsoever to do with your thread and what happened in there.  You two have rubbed each other wrong before and you should keep your arguing with her in the thread you are speaking of.  It does NOT give you the perfect excuse or reason to come into this thread for the sake of "getting back" at another member.  This is trolling and spamming and is not fair to all of the others in this blog who are having conversations back and forth without trolling.  It is NOT bearing false witness.  YOU came in here, to spite loulizlee, because of a totally different thread issue.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: falcon9 on May 21, 2012, 04:19:40 pm
Falcon,

This thread "blog" has nothing whatsoever to do with your thread and what happened in there.  

Do you mean, just like a d+d thread had nothing whatsoever to do with her coming into it just to spam it and troll and contribute nothing but 440 iterations of "chirp"?

"And now it's all right. It's OK.
 And you may look the other way.
 We can try to understand ..." - BeeGees Stayin' Alive

You two have rubbed each other wrong before and you should keep your arguing with her in the thread you are speaking of.

Actually, we've had very little previous interactions on the forums, which is why her sudden decision to go a-trolling was unexpected.  Doubtless you'd prefer that her trolling campaign be 'confined' to the thread she trolled however, since you don't get to dictate where other members post, that's a tough break for you.

It does NOT give you the perfect excuse or reason to come into this thread for the sake of "getting back" at another member.

As the previous posts in response to your fabrications show, (along with those of the other fabricators "bearing false witness" in this regard), those replies were not some sort of "getting back" at someone else.  They were RESPONSES to her initial trolling.  No "excuse" nor "reason" was provided by the troll other than her own words in reference to starting her troll/calling out posts:

Quote from: loulizlee on Today at 07:38:44
"The post I made was real enough, however, and it must have hit a nerve"

This is trolling and spamming and is not fair to all of the others ...

You are correct that "loulizlee" began "trolling and spamming" another thread, (which is somehow okay with you, since it didn't happen in this thread at first?).  Now you're getting all indignant when the troll is fed a spoonful of her own cooking?  Wow, that's hypocrisy in action alright; totally disregarding concrete evidence in favor of supporting a xtian troll.

It is NOT bearing false witness.  

The false characterizations concerning your associate's "trolling and spamming" another thread which were made in this thread do appear to constitute "bearing false witness" according to the meaning of that phrase.  Your own quoted false characterizations still appear down-thread and are achived; it's pointless to deny your own words now.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: Kohler on May 21, 2012, 05:18:35 pm
Both of you cut it out. My reported posts folder was filled with you both reporting every single one of each others post in this forum. Anything like this again. You both can sit in time out for a week. Understood? Great.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: falcon9 on May 21, 2012, 05:31:33 pm
Both of you cut it out. My reported posts folder was filled with you both reporting every single one of each others post in this forum. Anything like this again. You both can sit in time out for a week. Understood? Great.

I'm willing to comply, sorry about the ruckus, Kohler.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 21, 2012, 05:46:03 pm
Both of you cut it out. My reported posts folder was filled with you both reporting every single one of each others post in this forum. Anything like this again. You both can sit in time out for a week. Understood? Great.

I shouldn't let this rebuke bother me personally, but it does.  I've never been scolded before in here and I guess I should not have reported after the first one, but I was upset.  I wasn't trying to cause a problem.  I'm too sensitive sometimes and take things too serious at times.  Thank you for saying something though and I will try not to abuse the report button.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: loulizlee on May 21, 2012, 07:10:30 pm
Julie and Kim,

I am terribly sorry about this.  I had no idea this would happen.  I may rejoin you sometime in the future, if that's okay, but for now I will not post on this thread.  I wish you all well. 

P.S.  I did want to let you know I have applied to the family search indexing website.  I will have enough to do to keep myself busy this way.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 21, 2012, 07:48:03 pm
Julie and Kim,

I am terribly sorry about this.  I had no idea this would happen.  I may rejoin you sometime in the future, if that's okay, but for now I will not post on this thread.  I wish you all well. 

P.S.  I did want to let you know I have applied to the family search indexing website.  I will have enough to do to keep myself busy this way.
Juanita,

Please don't feel you have to leave this thread.  You are a great asset to all of our discussions.  I hope you will reconsider.  ((Hugs))
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: Cuppycake on May 22, 2012, 07:52:19 am
Both of you cut it out. My reported posts folder was filled with you both reporting every single one of each others post in this forum. Anything like this again. You both can sit in time out for a week. Understood? Great.

I'm willing to comply, sorry about the ruckus, Kohler.
Oh no! Don't get sent to the corner !
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: golotomer on May 22, 2012, 08:08:21 am
I'm going to sit this out too.  Juanita if you have enough information to contact me on FB please do.  We can share email addresses from there and perhaps you, Julie and I can hook up elsewhere to chat. 

Kim
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: falcon9 on May 22, 2012, 10:06:02 am
Both of you cut it out. My reported posts folder was filled with you both reporting every single one of each others post in this forum. Anything like this again. You both can sit in time out for a week. Understood? Great.

I'm willing to comply, sorry about the ruckus, Kohler.

Oh no! Don't get sent to the corner !

I'm guessing from his reply, Kohler was becoming exasperated by then and I decided not to add to that.  Besides, I remember when my 'lil "daemons" would present their exasperated dad with such mole-hill dilemmas too and was sympathizing with Kohler so, I do understand.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 22, 2012, 08:38:32 pm
I'm going to sit this out too.  Juanita if you have enough information to contact me on FB please do.  We can share email addresses from there and perhaps you, Julie and I can hook up elsewhere to chat. 

Kim

I agree.  We already do email anyway - I guess it's better that way.  See you there.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 22, 2012, 08:40:44 pm
Julie and Kim,

I am terribly sorry about this.  I had no idea this would happen.  I may rejoin you sometime in the future, if that's okay, but for now I will not post on this thread.  I wish you all well. 

P.S.  I did want to let you know I have applied to the family search indexing website.  I will have enough to do to keep myself busy this way.

I'm with Kim.  Please connect with us on FB if you can, and we'll get our email addresses to you.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: loulizlee on May 23, 2012, 10:09:28 am
'Please connect with us on FB if you can, and we'll get our email addresses to you.'

Response to the above quote:  I'm not sure I can find you on FB.  My computer went down for a couple of days, but I'm back on again, and I will try.  Do either of you belong to a game website called Winster.com?  It is not a survey site.  I don't know if you can still join, because the site is going to be shut down at the end of this month.  If you can join, it may be easier to find you there.  It is free to join as a regular member.  They are not taking any more paid subscriptions, anyway.  I am grammytojake on Winster, and if you send me an invite, I can reply and exchange emails.  I appreciate your kind words; and I am sorry to have created this problem and messed up the blog.  Thank you so much!!
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 23, 2012, 08:20:36 pm
'Please connect with us on FB if you can, and we'll get our email addresses to you.'

Response to the above quote:  I'm not sure I can find you on FB.  My computer went down for a couple of days, but I'm back on again, and I will try.  Do either of you belong to a game website called Winster.com?  It is not a survey site.  I don't know if you can still join, because the site is going to be shut down at the end of this month.  If you can join, it may be easier to find you there.  It is free to join as a regular member.  They are not taking any more paid subscriptions, anyway.  I am grammytojake on Winster, and if you send me an invite, I can reply and exchange emails.  I appreciate your kind words; and I am sorry to have created this problem and messed up the blog.  Thank you so much!!

You did not create the problem and did not mess up the blog.  Please remember that.  I'm already a member at Winster so I'll look you up.  Take care and I'll "see" you soon.  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: falcon9 on May 23, 2012, 11:25:30 pm
I am sorry to have created this problem and messed up the blog.  Thank you so much!!

You did not create the problem and did not mess up the blog.  Please remember that.  I'm already a member at Winster so I'll look you up.  Take care and I'll "see" you soon.  :)

Both of you cut it out. My reported posts folder was filled with you both reporting every single one of each others post in this forum. Anything like this again. You both can sit in time out for a week. Understood? Great.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: loulizlee on May 24, 2012, 09:24:20 am
I think I found you. 

Just to let you know, I am not worried about myself.  I have always been kind of a crusader, a marcher of the 60s, a writer of letters to the editor of newspapers, someone who says something when I think people being wrongfully treated - one of those.  It is probably a miracle that I have lived to be 70.  My biggest disappointment comes about when something I have said or written inadvertently hurts innocent people. 

I'm sitting here looking out my (open) window at a beautiful day.  I think it's time I got out and joined it.

My motto:  "Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud.  It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth.  It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres."

Wishing you a bright, sunshiny day!!!
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 24, 2012, 12:28:46 pm
I think I found you. 

Just to let you know, I am not worried about myself.  I have always been kind of a crusader, a marcher of the 60s, a writer of letters to the editor of newspapers, someone who says something when I think people being wrongfully treated - one of those.  It is probably a miracle that I have lived to be 70.  My biggest disappointment comes about when something I have said or written inadvertently hurts innocent people. 

I'm sitting here looking out my (open) window at a beautiful day.  I think it's time I got out and joined it.

My motto:  "Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud.  It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth.  It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres."

Wishing you a bright, sunshiny day!!!

I'm glad it's a great day there.  Enjoy! 

I agree with your motto.

Hope it was me you found!  Talk to you later,

Julie  :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: falcon9 on May 24, 2012, 12:37:16 pm
My motto:  "Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud.  It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth.  It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres."


I agree with your motto.

The "motto" is a retranslation from the "corinthians" portion of xtian plaguarism and hasn't been adhered to by hypocrits in a recent incident.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 24, 2012, 12:41:28 pm
My motto:  "Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud.  It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth.  It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres."


I agree with your motto.

The "motto" is a retranslation from the "corinthians" portion of xtian plaguarism and hasn't been adhered to by hypocrits in a recent incident.

So?  If that's what you think and believe - go for it.  She's using Scripture as a motto for motivation.  Nothing whatsoever to argue about at this point.  Don't agree?  Pass on by.  I'm not responding to any more with you in this blog thread.  Have a nice day.
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: falcon9 on May 24, 2012, 12:57:41 pm
The "motto" is a retranslation from the "corinthians" portion of xtian plaguarism and hasn't been adhered to by hypocrits in a recent incident.

So?

So ... I was merely pointing out the evident hypocrisy of claiming something as a "motto" and proceding to not adhere to it.

Nothing whatsoever to argue about at this point.

I agree, since you've both demonstrated such hypocrisy via your posts in this regard.

I'm not responding to any more with you in this blog thread.  Have a nice day.

Can't blame you for yet another 'hit-and-run' swipe, especially since you've been 'scorched' by your own rekindling of your 'flaming' before. Btw, telling someone for whom you've demonstrated a dislike to "have a nice day" is contextually-disingenuous, (that means "hypocritical").  Whereas I'm sincere in enjoining you to enjoy your mind-blinding "faith", (under the dubious premise that "ignorance is bliss").
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: loulizlee on May 24, 2012, 03:51:52 pm
I'm not sure I found you after all.  Did you get an invite on FB from me and accept?  If not, I now have another new friend.   :)
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 24, 2012, 03:57:44 pm
I'm not sure I found you after all.  Did you get an invite on FB from me and accept?  If not, I now have another new friend.   :)

I'm pretty sure I accepted your invite.  I've sent you two short private messages - this will confirm who we are!
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: loulizlee on May 24, 2012, 04:10:09 pm
Ok, I'll check.

Later
Title: Re: My new blog
Post by: jcribb16 on May 24, 2012, 06:43:11 pm
Ok, I'll check.

Later

That's fine!  Have a nice evening.  :)