Just June ~ AF

[Lavande]

Good afternoon friends!

Busy, busy, oh boy!
I am also a little off my rountine with having YB here full time. He's trying to stay out of my way, I think, ha ha.
The poor little chick didn't make it afterall. I sat out with her last night trying to get some electrolyte water into her but she just wasn't interested.
The grandkids are thrilled about the chicks so I'm not even going to mention this to them.

We have had severe storm warnings all afternoon but haven't had much rain. My grandsons are in NJ for an overnight stay with their other grandparents & I see on the news that a huge storm just blew thru that area knocking out power to 22,000 homes, geez
I hope they are all OK!

Hello to Star, Dill, Cyn & Pauly!
I need to get back to business here. Wishing everyone a safe & peaceful evening.

Lav

[SnoopyC]

Good morning...

Cyn, glad thte PI did not get to your face, the last time I had it I pulled a PI vine onto my face, chest, arms, and it was a nightmare. Got to the doctor right away, but still took a while to heal. It could have been worse. Get a professional to get that stuff out, you won't be sorry. I am busy, but it is all good. I am excited to travel by myself tonight, a change is nice for me, an adventure! The next several weeks I don't work a full week due to time off, holidays, etc, so good for me! It is hard to work in the summer. Hope your doggie continues to get better.

Pauly, your summer is like our winter, the toughest time of year. Did your son have fun on his trip, is he back? Would love to hear if you want to share.

Dill, I am not sure why my husband asked about booze, wanting to be a good host? I don't need/want my kids drinking on every holiday,and honestly, they could care less. They both have overindulged and are very controlled drinkers. My son got alcohol poisoning recently, when a "friend" came to visit and brought beer, vodka, and who knows what else. He was sick for days, and kind of was lead into it, suffered, and said no more. He can really just have two glasses of wine, maybe three, and does not drink at home. My daughter will drink on occasion, one or two, having had issues in the past of drinking more than was good for her and putting on lots of weight and getting depressed. So, live and learn. That is why I do not want booze at family functions, we laugh and have so much fun without it! We don't need it to have a good time, we have a better time being ourselves, and that is a beautiful realization.

Lav, poor little chickie, I agree, don't tell the kids, there are lots more to enjoy. Sounds like YB accepts your limits for now, and is respecting them. Good, you mean business. Do you think that if people want booze at your house for a gathering, that they can bring their own? I do. If you want a beer, bring your own, same with wine. I am not supplying it. I bought a sun tea container, and made a wonderful blueberry caffeine free tea on Sunday, it was soooo good. Lots of other things to make.

Have a great Wednesday. I am bringing my computer along so hope to post as usual the next four days.

[treegirl]

Morning all!

Star - you sound great. So glad that you are feeling better, and also glad that you will have a business trip on your own. I used to travel for business, and I just loved the quiet and tidiness of a hotel room! So sorry to hear of the PI on your face... I think I started the prednisone early enough; parts of my face have swollen, but the spots did not go into full bloom. Very grateful.

Dill - Good luck with the raspberry jam. I had some wild black raspberries, but I tore them out (although now they are probably coming back in, and I won't be able to get to them!) Jam is always an adventure. I'm sure that I had initial exposure to PI through the Virginia creeper -- I wasn't looking out for PI, since we've never had any in the woods in the past 4 years. But now I know what to look for! The problem is, even if I just pull a VC vine through a PI patch without knowing it, the oils will be there. I'm learning a lot! It is REALLY cunning.

Lav - so sorry about the little chickie, that would make me sad. But glad that the rest of the brood seems to be hanging in there. Also glad that YB is trying to stay out of your hair -- are you making lists of To Dos? I always have a project ready to suggest to HB. Did I miss any information that you posted about your swissy dog? Did the vet come? Hope it's something manageable...

Pauly - yep, that's right, you get used to the heat and just go on with your life. At least when the rest of us are shoveling, you are having nice days! Hope all is well with you --

LB and all others, hello and wishing you well.

Well, off to do laundry(since the dryer is on the fritz). Lucky that in the middle of nowhere up here there is an OK laundromat! Even though I'm taking the prednisone early in the mornings, it still seems to wake me up at night... I couldn't sleep at 3 AM, so got up and did the ironing (sheets for my guests and a tablecloth for a special dinner) . After being awakened by a bad dream about PI, it was actually a nice antidote!

Hope all have a great AF Hump Day!

[Lavande]

Good morning friends, happy Hump day

I am still trying to stick to my normal routine here, not easy, ha ha!! Good thing I am such a determined (stubborn) person!

Star, our family gatherings have changed over the years, especially since the grandkids arrived. My kids drink very little compared to our generation, they're just smarter I guess. I know I mentioned before that my older brothers were instrumental in driving the insane drinking fests starting back in the 70's. I couldn't keep up or tolerate it back then & certainly could not now. I am much happier now working on my physical & mental health
I hope you have a safe & wonderful trip!

Cyn, I imagine the Prednisone is responsible for waking you up so early! That is one of the less desirable side effects. Hopefully you can catch a nap later.
The Vet did visit Friday afternoon & drew blood on Maxie. I am going to stop in the office later today & pick up a Rx strength pain med for her & also a trial on something to help her control her bladder. Maxie has increasing weakness in her back legs, making it difficult to get on her feet & sometimes loses control of her bladder. It's been a tough situation.
I hope your doggie is OK.

Hi Dill! We are getting a good crop of blueberries right now, yum. I am going to stick with my plan of using them fresh & freezing some for future use. We just ordered a new chest freezer yesterday, yay! Good luck with your jam making!

Hello to Pauly - hope you are staying cool!

Wishing everyone a great AF day. I need to get myself to Curves.

Lav

[paulywogg]

Morning friends, well that's one good thing about Vegas I guess,no PI Brady won't be back until Friday,I was a little hurt last night cuz hr calls hubs almost nightly and has only called me once oh well I think boys are closer to their dads anyways but still,on the kids drinking,ugh,I don't like it,last night Michelle said she was going to get a beer but when she means a beer,its literally 1 16 oz can of beer who does that? I can't that's for sure but I am glad she keeps it at that but I know how al progresses too,I started with one or two too,Kell basically quit drinking period cuz of her anxiety,much to the dismay of her boyfriend, oh well,he'll just hafta deal,hello Lav,Star,Cyn,Dill I hope we all have a great drama free day

[dill]

Hello Friends,

I think it's great that Kell doesn't drink but it's too bad it's bc of anxiety! And tough toenails to her bf! Great Michelle can drink just one. I think I used to be able to do that a long, long time ago! LOL! Knowing boys, I have my doubts that Brady gives much thought to which of you he's calling! He's just calling home.

Lav, reading your story about the chick brought back memories. I've done the same thing, willing the little thing to LIVE! But Nature takes it's course. Not all those little hatchlings survive. I like your plan to use the berries fresh. Problem with the raspberries is they come on so fast and produce too many. Mr. D wants a black raspberry cobbler and will likely make one. I am not really a fan bc of all those darn seeds. Only thing raspberries are good for in my opinion is jelly, or jam after being put thru a fine sieve to get out the seeds.!

Cyn, PI is truly cunning, you got that right! I remember one WINTER when my son (when he was a kid) came down with a raging case of it. All we could figure was he got it from playing on the hay bales in the barn that probably contained some dried vines!

Star, Have a great time on your adventure over the next few days. I'm glad you will have your computer and will be able to stay in touch. Safe travels!

Sun just came out after a full day of clouds. Not much else happening in my world at the moment. I wish you all a good and peaceful af evening!

[treegirl]

Morning all --

A quick check-in here. Company arriving this morning, so I need to finish up a few projects. One guest is allergic to dogs, but did OK when she was here before; I'm getting as much of the dog dander up as I can! Sometimes I think people should stay in hotels... (OK, kinda kidding).

Wishing all a good Thursday - sounds like life is romping along for each of us. I hope that we can all enjoy whatever the day brings us, AF of course.

[SnoopyC]

Good morning...

Made it to my destination last night, slept really well, now just figured out wifi and where I need to go.

Cyn, I think if people have special needs they should stay in a hotel, I mean, you are not going to get rid of your dog and the allergens are just in the house. Have a good time and hope you feel well.

Pauly, sounds like you are doing well, hope you are doing something for yourself too!

Lav, I think are kids are more informed about alcohol and drugs then we were. They want a good life, and lots of alcohol is not a part of that.

Dill, it is fun to travel by myself, but I got lost last night in the dark, my phone didn't help or I was too tired or something. It all worked out and I slept really well so a free morning and I am taking it easy.

Have a great day all.

[paulywogg]

Morning friends, short post from me cuz I'msuper groggy,hope iI'm not catching Lou's cold,just feel "off" made an appointment for blood work tomorrow cuz I want them to check my thyroid cuz I don't sweat and I read that can cause that,who knows, I just think if I'm taking a walk in 105 degree weather I should be pouring,but maybe not we'll see, I'm due anyways,hope we all have a peaceful, positive day

[Lavande]

Good sfternoon friends,

Just taking a moment for myself, I am on boy watch today. They've been here since 8:30 this morning. It was raining when they arrived, then it stopped & the sun came out for a while. Now it's clouding up again, geez.

Cyn, I think you are just to nice to people, LOL
Maybe you should just leave some dog hair around & let your guests decide a hotel would be better next time
Please don't wear yourself out!

Dill, nature decided a second chick needed to go - totally unexpected
I just had a chat with EB about that & he understood. I'm not going to talk to the younger two kids about it though.
We have a dehydrator so I'll put YB to task trying to dry some of the blueberries. He bought that thing several years ago but hadn't really used it for anything.

Star, I'm glad you are doing OK on your trip! I hope you enjoy yourself a bit too.

Pauly, I can't imagine not sweating in all that heat. I would be a dripping mess.
Maybe your labwork will reveal something, who k ows. Feel better soon!

Wishing everyone a wonderful rest of the day!

Lav

[dill]

Hello Friends,

Pauly, I will be interested to hear what you find out about the lack of sweat and whether it is thyroid related. I do sweat but not as much as many people and it seems to evaporate off and not bother me except on very humid days, like today. Let us know what the doc says!

Star, I'm glad you didn't stay lost and that you arrived safely at your destination! I haven't travelled alone in quite a while. I quite liked it when I used to have to go places on my own. Unfortunately I used those as opportunities to drink without any stops. Glad those days are gone.

Cyn, enjoy your company. I know it is a lot of extra work tho! My brother is allergic to dogs too. I don't know why, but that just seems odd to me. Man's best friend! How could we have been designed to have an allergy to them?!

Lav, Hello and I hope you're doing OK. You are popping up at odd times and I am having a hard time getting used to it after you have been so steady and consistent for so long!

Power was out when I got up this morning. Luck for us the generator kicked in. After the $$$$ we paid to get it fixed recently I would have been really upset if it hadn't!!

AF peace to all.

[SnoopyC]

Good morning...

Had a good day yesterday, up early enough today and off to the conference. It is great to have a change of scene.

Dill, I am AF and feel safe and fine with others who choose to drink. Doesn't affect me. I think once the decsion is made in your head, I don't drink, I 'm not drinking, it is just easier. Plus as time passes it becomes the new habit. I like feeling good.

Lav, busy busy, with lots of changes for you this summer. How are you and YB doing? Hope things are going well.

Pauly, when I was in the desert, I did not sweat, it was weird. Keep cool and glad you are getting your bloodwork checked out.

Cyn, hope you are feeling better.

OK, off to do my thing today. Have a good one.

[Lavande]

Good morning friends, happy Friday to all!

I am taking advantage of a quiet moment to check in before my day takes off
Dealing with the boys for 11 hours yesterday, a sick dog & a hungry box of chicks left me basically wiped out & brain dead, ha ha. I am trying to summon up the strength & courage for a Curves visit this morning.

Star, glad you are enjoying your time away. A change if scenery is a good thing now & then!
YB is slowly adjusting to his change in status but I know he is worrying about stuff. I am just trying to show him by example that you don't need to fall apart when you stop leaving the house every day & can stay as busy as you like

Hello to Dill, Cyn, Pauly & anyone stopping by today.
My phone is blowing up with CNN Breaking News reports about the UK's decision to leave the EU. I just hope my investments don't take a nose dive like they did in 2008. I'm running out of time & opportunity to repair these things.

Have a wonderful AF day everyone!

Lav

[treegirl]

Morning all -

Guests just now came downstairs, darn! I will try to pop back on later -- all is well here, and these friends are very dear and sweet and appreciative.

Wishing all a great AF Friday!!!

Cheers -

[paulywogg]

Morning friends,trying to calm down after reading comments on the daily thread made me upset Brady comes home tonight!!!!! I'm so happy,it was fine at first but I miss his presence around here(plus taking Winslow for a walk is a pain,Bradys job haha) have you ever done the blood type diet? I'm o and a lot of what it says makes sense,no wheat,dairy,nightshades, etc,personality traits are there too,I wonder,Cyn,even though you love your guests it is still a break in routine,I felt like that when Bobbi and her bf were here and she's my daughter!so I understand, Lav,sorry about the second chick Dill,if the power went out here it would be devastating! I always say I'd just go hang out in a casino all day and play penny slots haha,Star,where in the desert did you live?I think you told me once but with my memory,sheesh,don't remember an hour ago haha,hope we all have a fabulous Friday