AF Daily ~ Saturday 8/6

[Lavande]

Good morning Abbers!!!!!

The Insanity Twins arrived at 6:30 am -
I'll be back

Lav

[greeneyes]

AF Daily ~ Saturday 8/6

Lav, my next door neighbor who has a big german shepherd is keeping her son's 3 dogs for........ drum roll.... A YEAR!!! I don't think they are here yet - haven't seen them. 2 labs and a chiwawawawawaa

[ItsJustMe]

AF Daily ~ Saturday 8/6

Good Mornin’ Lav, Grennie and Everyone else that checks in –

Welcome to another beautiful day! (Any day sans hangover is beautiful in my book)!

Got the smoker fired up and we are paying tribute to the god of Beef today. In a couple of hours we have to go to my youngest son’s school registration. I’ve already written huge tuition check number 1 of 4 for this year. But it’s really worth it. Getting our son out of the public system while at the same time putting him in a Christian environment was the best thing we ever did.

This is Mrs. IJM's weekend to work and she is working 12 hours so I have a massively huge void to fill today and Sunday. I know we have to do some school clothes shopping. 90% of my yard stuff is done by a service and the remainder I did last weekend. But I’ll find something. Here are some thoughts!

- I could stand in front of a mirror with my eyes closed to see what I look like when I sleep.
- I could cut open a drum to see what makes the noise.
- I could go down to the river and watch the blood vessels come in.
- I could go deep sea fishing with Scott Peterson

Ok, I really do need to go get productive. Have a great morning to all that check in today!

IJM Thought of the day: If at first you don't succeed, destroy all evidence that you tried….

IJM

[Doggygirl]

AF Daily ~ Saturday 8/6

Good morning fABbies and Lav, thanks for kicking us off today! Have fun with the INSANITY TWINS!! :nutso:

Greenie - good to see you. Sounds like your mojo has returned? Also sounds like your neighbor's place will be chaotic for a while!

IJM - just to comment on your question yesterday. It was probably several months after I quit drinking where I felt spacey at times, and sometimes things would come out of my mouth with the words mixed up. I guess maybe that was PAWS. At the time here at MWO, people were still taking and talking about Topamax. People complained that the Topa made them spacey and that was referred to as "Topa Dopa." I didn't take Topa, but still felt the Dopa so I called that Topa Nopa. This too shall pass. Let us know what you look like while you sleep. I am also really enjoying your pocket sponsor stuff and need to figure out how to download that app onto my phone. Or better yet, have Mr. Doggy do it.

Hello to all fABbies yet to come, and also a big thanks to everyone for Mr. Doggy well wishes and also the :l at Buck's passing. I am at peace with it but there are still moments when I expect him to be in a certain spot and it's jarring to realize he's not. 4 bowls of dog food, not five - stuff like that. He always came in last from outside and I still go back to the door one more time out of habit and he's not there. This too shall pass.

I've got poison ivy, dangit. The dogs are getting into it somewhere in our little fenced yard, which Mr. Doggy said he would take care of today. This is also a huge sign about my crap eating of late. When I was at the height of eating well (2009) I a barely got a small rash at the beginning of the season, and then really none after that. Even though the stuff is everywhere around here - there is no way to police all of it. I think my immune system is telling me to get my ass back on plan.

Well, have much book work to catch up on especially set up stuff with the new companies. So it's zoom zoom for me. One thing is for sure....there is NO space for AL in my life today.

DG

[Lavande]

AF Daily ~ Saturday 8/6

4 hours of insane running & barking......now they're napping

DG, funny about the poison ivy/immunity thing.
I have always been susceptible to it but it was never a big deal until the summer after my November 2000 (near fatal head injury incident). I had an absolutely horrendous case of poison ivy & I was pretty sure it was due to all the stress I had just been thru. I was in healing mode for a good two years after my injury. This year I decided to spend the $38 for a one ounce tube of Zanfel but the stuff works great! It's a scrub - take it in the shower with you

greenie - 2 Labs & a Chiwawa :H :H :H
I wouldn't keep these two Goldens for a year for a million bucks - no kidding.

IJM, I used to work those 7A-7P shifts.........enough said.

Is it Tuesday evening yet????
Hope I survive.....

[Kaslo]

AF Daily ~ Saturday 8/6

Good morning Abstinofaberinkas and Abstinofaberinkos! Two labs and a Chiwawa, sheesh! I bet its a gong show there! And two little kids I gather, Greenie and Lav, check in later to make sure you have not gone off the deep end. IJM, where do you get these from????wait...dont answer that. I hope you can come up with something, kids, stores, books, movies, art gallery? Good mawnin DG, sorry about the PI, what a pain. Its a northamerican endemic, and any plant with the word Toxi in the name gets my attention. I have it down by the river. It doesnt usually bug me, but I have friends who have had a HIP replaced because of it indirectly (treatment with a massive amount of steriods caused the cartilage to recede, and that was a DOC too, so go figure). Does an allergic response to toxins in plants go up if people are stressed or not getting the right nutrition?? I am not a human health toxicologist so dont have a clue about that but its an interesting idea. It makes sense, we get sick if we are run down....but how run down do ya gotta be? Hmmm.. I think I will get back to wildlife morbidity and mortality in response to an horrendous neurotoxin this morning. I have a report to finish before I hop on the plane.

[DogLvr]

AF Daily ~ Saturday 8/6

Hi all - trying to catch up on the posts -

IJM - I love your jokes - Quick question - do you make the Peach Tea - if so, how? I'm feeling the same foggy brain stuff.

DG - I hope Mr. D is doing better. I broke down when I was catching up on the posts. I am sorry about Buck. We had to put ours down very unexpectedly at the end of last summer and I just wanted to die. We adopted a new 3 yr old early this year, and that certainly helped our other golden who, I am sure was wondering where his best friend went.

Getting There - congrats on passing the 2 week mark. I'm with you trying to maneuver through the work travel with colleagues thing.

Det - you've got me rustling up a garlic gazpacho recipe that I can bring to a picnic tonight - hope I have enough time to make it.

Kaz - hope the hand is doing better.

Will check in again tomorrow. I have a garden picnic tonight that everyone is touting as "lots of wine", and I feel really sad/weak/unsure of myself.

[greeneyes]

AF Daily ~ Saturday 8/6

DogLvr;1159248 wrote: We adopted a new 3 yr old early this year, and that certainly helped our other golden who, I am sure was wondering where his best friend went.

I read that it helps a pet to view/sniff the body of it's pal so the surviving pet knows what happened. Seems it shortens the grieving period.

Note to self: double knot your wrap around mini-skirt before leaving home. that is all

[momof3]

AF Daily ~ Saturday 8/6

Hello FAbbie Abbies,

Haven't posted since I returned from NC with a very happy, strong, and tired girl. Chalk up one for mama. This camp was a winner for my oldest. I'm so very happy that all turned out well.

Very sweaty and strenuous yoga class this morning but wow did it leave me feeling thorough exercised. Now, I'm out to do some school shopping for the girls. We head to NH to visit friends in next week.

IJM, I can relate to the pain in the wallet over school and I only have one in private school. Also, the fuzzy head you were talking about. Yes, I had it when I first stopped drinking. I don't know how long it lasted. I would have difficulty retrieving words; not a good thing when you have to do alot of speaking in front of groups of people. I'll tell you what though, my brain is sharper than ever now. ARe you taking any vitamins and supplements? If not, I think it would help. The All in ONe recommended by RJ is a good start. Lots of fluids and good, healthy food too.

DL, Poor Buck. He's in doggie heaven now. And, Mr. DG--did they ever find out what was going on for him?

Hello to Kas, Dglvr, Greenie, Lav, and all to come.

:hM3

[papmom3]

AF Daily ~ Saturday 8/6

Hey Deter-I'm very worried about you! Why is DX going away for so long and why aren't you going to Burning Man as well? Sorry to be so nosy. Would it help to have a phone number of a member to call if you feel like you are going to cave? What are you putting in your tool box that you can use to prevent a bender? You were so sick last time, I'm very frightened that without DX there you won't make it through a next time. Is there a friend (AF of course) that you can stay with or who can stay with you while she's away?

Kas-safe travels OK? and we expect awesome pics!!

DG-so sorry about the PI-what a PIA!!

Lav-serenity prayer over and over while the Insanity Twins are visiting. Wish I could be there to help.

Greenie-what a combo!! 2 labs, a GR and a taco dog!! :H Bet the Chi is the boss!! How's your skirt holding up?

M3-so glad your daughters week away was fabulous!! Sounds like you both learned some great lessons and your relationship will be even stronger!

DL-You've got to have an exit plan for tonite. No 2 ways about it. If you're already sad about not joining in the Winefest then you've already beaten yourself. Please try to come up with a different attitude-i.e.-AL is poison to you so why would you put it in your body; You won't have a hangover tomorrow; If you have to drive tonite you can do so without fear; You will have no regrets in the morning; etc etc. You can also just make an appearance with some excuse-not feeling well but had promised the Gaspacho or something like that. Will be thinking of you tonite and sending positive vibes your way.

IJM-you have GOT to find some cool activities, preferably very physical that you can do with your boys-great bonding and you'll be too tired to even think about AL while your wife is at work. Hanging around the house while they (and you) play videos games is not going to cut it. Please let us know what you come up with. You are so special and we all want you to demolish this beast once and for all!!

No WW this morning-overslept!! Feeling very tired these past 2 days and even had a dream Thurs nite that I was getting sick. Wierd. Went to my quilt shop's birthday sale today. Not sure what the damage is as I am not paying until Tuesday. Picked out the fabric for my dad's boat tote but she sold out of the pattern kit which she should have by Tues. Also picked out and cut the fabric for my nephew's pillow case for his birthday. Everyone in class is making pillow cases so I though that would be a fairly easy and inexpensive but special gift for him (Aug 28th is the party). He and his parents are at Lake George right now but I was able to text my brother to find out what Nater is into at the moment. Good thing I did-dinoaurs are out (a scant 7 months later!) and monster trucks are in. The shop had a cool monster truck bolt of panels and the cuff will be orange and black flames. can't wait to do this one!! Had to hold off on the material for the other neph's quilt as I can't decide what pattern to go with.
It's hot and muggy here today so it will be inside work not outside. See, now I want another week of vaca because I didn't get half done what I wanted!! Crap. Of course what I really want is a nap!:H

[ItsJustMe]

AF Daily ~ Saturday 8/6

Just doing a quick check in to see what everyone is up to today. Survived the school registration. I may have a lead on a carpool ? both me and Mrs. IJM are at work when school is out. The other family that we carpooled with last year dropped out of this school two days ago. That threw a big ol? ?OH CRAP!? into the picture?..

The Goddess of Beef is smiling down on my smoker right now. It has been going for about 7 hours and has about 2.5 to go. I have a feast ready for Mrs. IJM when she hits the door?

So far today we did the school registration, got school clothes, washed Mrs. IJM?s new car (that was the deal for letting me keep it this weekend while she is at work ? a convertible-I love driving it although I love my truck for everyday driving). So I am out of stuff to do. I just sort of lost the mood to be any further productive. HOWEVER, there is no way on this planet that I am headed for the package store today. I?ve made it this far and I am not going to screw it up! I think it was Det a while back that gave me one of the most helpful tools. I fast forward to the following morning to see how I would feel. Also, I have let my wife, my oldest son and my very best friend know of my situation. They give me so much support and I would really be letting them down as well. Just writing this out has actually given me even more resolve!

Lav ? 7a to 7p sucks. She is an RN at a local hospital and has to work one weekend a month. It blows for me? not to mention how she feels about it.

DL ? Peach tea ? I get the single serve packets. I mix it in the glass that I used to use for Rum and Coke. I even use a straw. For some reason it satisfies me. Also, I only do this at the time of day that would normally be cocktail time.

M3 ? if I had to sell my house to keep my youngest out of the public school system here I would. It was an absolute horror story. Last year was his first year in private school and he is a totally different child. Glad the girls enjoyed camp. I send mine off to the grandparents for the summer.

Grennie ? your skirt??? Is there a story behind this?

DG ? I?m on AB but I don?t think being a space cadet is a symptom. I had never heard PAWS until yesterday. Hopefully that is what it is.

Kas ? Holy CRAP! A hip replacement from PI????? I am totally without words on that one.

Skipping a WW every now and then is no big deal. I tried WW several years ago. As I?ve said before, I?m not a meeting person? Now that I use a Body Bugg I can pretty much control/monitor what I eat and what I burn.

Later Dudes,

IJM

[momof3]

AF Daily ~ Saturday 8/6

DoGLvr. I reread your post after I saw P3's response to you. I would highly recommend skipping that party all together or having an exit plan that you can easily you. It won't always have to be this way but early on, it's important to listen to that inner voice that is unsure.

IJM. Happy to hear you got all of your errands done. I agree with P3....too much hanging around gets us alkies in trouble. It seems like that smoker has you on a leash....just a thought :l

P3. Any news on the job front?

Where's Cindi today?

Later,
M3

[greeneyes]

AF Daily ~ Saturday 8/6

Painting trim pretty much sucks. Why is it painters have a reputation for being drinkers?

Ahhh I googled it and it said that paints were solvent based and painters LOOKED like heavy drinkers from being around the fumes - red puffy eyes, etc.

[Lavande]

AF Daily ~ Saturday 8/6

Kaslo - just want to be sure that you know the 'Insanity Twins' are my son's goofy Golden Retrievers & not his children :H :H
I love the grandkids & can cope with a lot but not so much the dogs....... Two years ago this (or last) month one of the Goldens stomped on my foot & broke one of my toes. That was seriously painful & I couldn't get on shoe on my foot for weeks............ I hope you are getting ready for your trip with a stable thumb

IJM, I still have a current license but left the hospital arena 10+ years ago after a 27 year stretch. I am also a CLNC (certified legal nurse consultant) & reviewing medical records is as close as I will get any more. I timed my departure from the hospital to coincide with the last check I had to write to Penn State for my son's tuition :yay:

Dog Lvr, don't be afraid to skip social events right now. I went absolutely nowhere for the fisrt 3 months until I felt stronger.

M3, glad your daughter enjoyed her camp experience!

DG, are you getting rain too? It's cooler here but still humid, yuck.

Greenie, I'll be happy to stich up a pair of suspenders for your skirt, just let me know what color you need :H

papmom, I too wish I had the energy to do all the things I think about doing around here - but I seriously don't. Your gift plans sound nice!

Hope we hear from Uni, AFM, Cindi & whoever else is missing...

[Doggygirl]

AF Daily ~ Saturday 8/6

Hi again fABbies!

Lav, all the chiropracters and "alternative" practitioners I know fully and firmly believe that nutrition affects the immune system and that the weaker the immune system, the more problems. Poison Ivy is the closest thing to a real life example I can point too. It is ALWAYS in my world in abundance, but I do not always have this strong a reaction to it. Time to start eating right. (well, it's BEEN time....) Hope the insanity twins are walking on their own feet today and not yours. It clouded up this afternoon, and then cleared right up again. No rain. It's supposed to get down to 70 for a low tonight though. I might need to wear socks to bed! :H

Kas, gosh...poison ivy-------->hip replacement??? :egad:

DogLvr, thank you for your thoughts about Buck. I'm sorry too for your loss. :l It's hard. I hope you took the advice given and either decided to stay home, or made an air tight exit plan. For me, my sobriety comes first each and every day. If I'm not feeling right about a situation, I just don't go there. I have never regreted anything I've missed in the interest of maintaining my sobriety. I have, however, had many regrets for stuff I either got drunk and missed, or went and got drunk. I am useless when drinking, so preserving my sobriety at all costs is well worth it. I hope things work out well for you this evening whatever you decided!

P3 - I hope you scored at the fabric store today. You projects for your Dad and nephew sound awesome!!! One of a kind personal gifts - WOW! Did you get that nap?

Where is Deter?

Did Jenny make it through Friday OK?

IJM, I actually couldn't believe how much impact it had for me to admit my problem to a few of the people who are closest to me in life. Of course with Mr. Doggy, he knew EXACTLY my problem. So telling him was about ME being honest, and that one was pretty obvious. What suprised me was how important that honesty on my part was with a few other people. (i.e. a close friend of many years) It didn't matter so much what their reactions were. The important thing was that, by saying it out loud, *I* was stopping the BS with myself. How was the beef?

M3, I am SO HAPPY that your daughter had a great experience at the camp!!!!! I have been a lazy ass with exercise lately. My excuse is the heat. I'm not sure why that stops me going to the gym.

Greenie, are the painters working in your house today? And what did I miss about your skirt? Are you flashing the painters? Back in college I was in a sorority for a year. We had to serenade the senior sisters. We wore skirts, and sang "Blue Moon." At the applicable moments in the song, we turned around and bent over and exposed our bare cheeks which had all been painted blue, every one. And yes, there was plenty of AL involved.

Yes...Uni, AFM, Cindi, Jenny, Loppy, Deter and ...and..and..did Treya check in today? Who else? Topa Nopa moment for me!

A long day of washing bedding (for the second time in two days) and catching up on miscellaneous book keeping and other action items.

Mr. Doggy told me I missed "the greatest dog training day ever." You might suspect this is because there was some great dog training going on. WRONG!!! A new woman showed up today for a dog evaluation and was flirting and fawning all over the trainer. Trainer's new GF was here too, and apparently had that protective cat claw thing going on. :H Too bad I had so much other stuff to do and missed the show!

One thing is for sure......

DG