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Post by busymom on Apr 1, 2020 21:23:07 GMT -5
Wow! It sounds like they've been moving quickly, Sharon. Even if they can't do the little details until a future date, it sounds like the big stuff is done.
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Post by ՏՇԾԵԵʅՏɧ_LԹՏՏʅҼ on Apr 2, 2020 9:55:13 GMT -5
Hi, kids! Long time, no chat. I hope all are doing well, all things considered.
I've been out of touch far too long, and apologize for my prolonged absence.
These days I'm just trying to stay healthy and laying-low. RS (nickname "The S-Dog") and I are still going strong and we're keeping each other preoccupied and sane through these tough times.
I'll be more in touch now that there's not much going on outside our four walls. We were going out a lot until this insanity in the world brought it all to a halt - but we're coping as well as we can - as are you, I hope.
I'll check back in some time later today or this evening.
Good to "see" y'all - I have some threads to read through and catch up on.
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Post by busymom on Apr 2, 2020 10:31:44 GMT -5
Welcome back ՏՇԾԵԵʅՏɧ_LԹՏՏʅҼ! So good to hear from you! You'll have to catch us up on all of your adventures. Sounds like overall, life is treating you well.
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Post by weltschmerz on Apr 2, 2020 12:12:41 GMT -5
Hi, kids! Long time, no chat. I hope all are doing well, all things considered.
I've been out of touch far too long, and apologize for my prolonged absence.
These days I'm just trying to stay healthy and laying-low. RS (nickname "The S-Dog") and I are still going strong and we're keeping each other preoccupied and sane through these tough times.
I'll be more in touch now that there's not much going on outside our four walls. We were going out a lot until this insanity in the world brought it all to a halt - but we're coping as well as we can - as are you, I hope.
I'll check back in some time later today or this evening.
Good to "see" y'all - I have some threads to read through and catch up on. OMG! So nice to see you again! Welcome back!
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Post by Sharon on Apr 2, 2020 21:00:57 GMT -5
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Post by busymom on Apr 3, 2020 10:04:58 GMT -5
Good Morning Kids! I was hoping to find another note from ՏՇԾԵԵʅՏɧ_LԹՏՏʅҼ, but hopefully she'll check in again soon We're scrambling to get the last of my stuff organized & packed. Tomorrow comes the fun part--trying to see what fits into my car. Basically, it's whatever would be inconvenient to lose. Although the moving company we're using has been reliable in the past, so they'd better keep up the good work. At some point this weekend we'll take my desktop computer apart. If I get the opportunity, I'll try to send a message while on the road. Otherwise, I'll talk to you soon.
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Post by Icelandic Woman on Apr 3, 2020 11:08:32 GMT -5
Happy Friday Muffins!!!
Welcome Back SL ՏՇԾԵԵʅՏɧ_LԹՏՏʅҼ!! So glad you are safe and well!!
The end of another very long week.
Have a Fabulous Weekend!!!
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Post by Tennesseer on Apr 3, 2020 17:04:57 GMT -5
Hi, kids! Long time, no chat. I hope all are doing well, all things considered.
I've been out of touch far too long, and apologize for my prolonged absence.
These days I'm just trying to stay healthy and laying-low. RS (nickname "The S-Dog") and I are still going strong and we're keeping each other preoccupied and sane through these tough times.
I'll be more in touch now that there's not much going on outside our four walls. We were going out a lot until this insanity in the world brought it all to a halt - but we're coping as well as we can - as are you, I hope.
I'll check back in some time later today or this evening.
Good to "see" y'all - I have some threads to read through and catch up on. Holy crap! There you are. I was worried.
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Post by Sharon on Apr 3, 2020 21:30:15 GMT -5
I have been trying to get the areas where the outdoor lights will be hung painted, so much easier to paint without the lights there. It will be nice all day then I get done with work and have about an hour before it starts raining again. I need about one more hour and will have the second coat on all the areas then the electrician can come back next week and install the lights.
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Post by busymom on Apr 4, 2020 7:43:30 GMT -5
Good Morning Kids! It's time to load up the car. DH will probably disconnect the computer when I'm distracted with something else, so don't panic if I suddenly "disappear" today. I'll check in either at the hotel late on Sunday, or else Monday/Tuesday when I reach my destination. Two very long driving days, but I've done it before, so I have the confidence I can do it again, as long as state borders stay open. But, a few prayers and positive thoughts would be nice. I'll let you know what I experience on the road. Hopefully, nothing new. (At least the gas prices will be low. And yes, I've got supplies like hand sanitizer, rubber gloves, etc.)
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Post by NancysSummerSip on Apr 4, 2020 8:29:26 GMT -5
Morning peeps! I am now working my full time job from home full time, and hate it. Have to use a Chromebook to do the work; anyone use one of these? What a POS this thing is! But I am still working, and still alone, with few dumb questions from incompetent coworkers. I think DH is happy I am home, but he may not be after a few days of this. Cats are happy; their feeder is available all the time. And I can work the hours I want to work, so two-a-day workouts can start again. The garden looks good, though we could use some rain here. I am making a mashed potato and ground beef casserole tonight for dinner. Fresh peas on the side.
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Post by ken a.k.a OMK on Apr 4, 2020 8:37:35 GMT -5
busymom have a safe trip. Good morning everyone. I've wanted to work outside, but the last few non-rain days have been too windy and cold.
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Post by Sharon on Apr 4, 2020 11:10:37 GMT -5
I went digging around in my garage this morning looking for a face mask. Dad had given me several of them many years ago when I was going to be doing a sanding project. Over the years I have used them now and again. I had one left and turns out it is a N95, a little dusty and smooshed but should work fine for me. I need to check my elastic supply because I could easily sew one, if I have the elastic. I've just been a little busy.
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Post by busymom on Apr 4, 2020 16:47:18 GMT -5
Well, the car is mostly loaded now, so it's time for DH to dismantle the computer. Wish me luck putting it back together in a few days. You Kids try to stay out of mischief while I'm not here, o.k.?
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Post by NancysSummerSip on Apr 5, 2020 10:48:30 GMT -5
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Post by ken a.k.a OMK on Apr 5, 2020 10:50:50 GMT -5
Thanks Nancy.
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Post by Sharon on Apr 5, 2020 11:30:00 GMT -5
Some brunch would hit the spot before I head out to put the second coat on the front door trim.
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Post by NancysSummerSip on Apr 5, 2020 13:06:54 GMT -5
I picked the first tomatoes from the garden today. Along with fresh oregano and basil, it is tonight's pasta sauce.
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Post by ken a.k.a OMK on Apr 5, 2020 13:40:29 GMT -5
We can't even plant tomatoes outside yet.
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Post by busymom on Apr 5, 2020 15:17:20 GMT -5
Hi Kids! It seems people are actually listening to the recommendation to "stay at home". I've never seen so little traffic around Atlanta in my life.
I won't hang around, as I'm getting the message that the hotel's site isn't secure, so I'll check in when I arrive tomorrow.
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Post by NoNamePerson on Apr 5, 2020 16:40:44 GMT -5
OMG, ՏՇԾԵԵʅՏɧ_LԹՏՏʅҼ I just got back to this thread and there you are!! Missed you and thought about you often. Don't disappear on us again or we will hunt you down for sure. Post again even if just to say hidy ho.
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Post by Sharon on Apr 6, 2020 19:35:10 GMT -5
I haven't had any motivation to do anything the last couple of days. Trying to figure out what to have for dinner, nothing in the house sounds good.
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Post by busymom on Apr 6, 2020 21:45:01 GMT -5
Hi Kids! Well, we made it. Traffic was light, which was great, but unfortunately some of the states are using this time to do a lot of road work, so two states in particular slowed me down. I need to catch up on some sleep, so I'll check in tomorrow.
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Post by busymom on Apr 7, 2020 8:52:51 GMT -5
Good Morning Kids! I'm borrowing DD's computer, as I won't be setting up mine until the movers leave on Thursday. Assuming, of course, that I can figure out how to put it back together. Some thoughts on my road trip. It appears that most people ARE taking the virus seriously. There was a LOT less people on the road than usual. The truckers are still working, but I would say I saw fewer trucks than usual, too. It actually took 2 hours less than usual to make the drive (no I was NOT speeding). I might have gotten home even more quickly, but 2 states (Illinois and Wisconsin) decided, per government advice, to ramp up their road construction. Oh, and Wisconsin had a LOT of speed traps, but, that didn't affect me.
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Post by Sharon on Apr 7, 2020 21:54:50 GMT -5
Today after work I mowed the lawn and weeded my berries. It felt good to get outside. Yesterday I sewed some masks for DD and DSIL. Tonight DSIL picked them up on his way home from work and left me some strawberries and raspberries. I just enjoyed a nice bowl of strawberries and ice cream for dessert. Thursday is supposed to be really nice with temps in the 70's. I have taken the day off from work. My goal is to paint but I may work in the yard. They both need doing so either way I'm getting something accomplished.
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Post by busymom on Apr 7, 2020 22:16:52 GMT -5
This evening I went to the grocery store, while DD stayed at the house with DS. It was an excellent time to shop, as they'd begun restocking the shelves. I had no problem getting bread, & some other basic items. I've definitely missed the low prices here, as groceries are less expensive than "down South".
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Post by ken a.k.a OMK on Apr 8, 2020 9:09:12 GMT -5
Good morning everyone. busymom glad you are safely home. T-storm last night lite up our backyard at 11:30 and woke me up. I had forgotten to unplug my ham radio antennas and ran down here to do that. Going to be a nice sunny 77* day. Thinking how to spend my birthday.
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Post by busymom on Apr 8, 2020 10:35:38 GMT -5
Good Morning Kids! Happy Birthday ken a.k.a OMK! Check out your thread later today. Today will be a long day, and I'm already tired. DS & I got up early to go to the nearest Super Wally World. It was the perfect time to go, as hardly anyone was there, and they had almost everything on my list. My "project" for today is moving stuff around the house so the movers tomorrow can get through the door, & into the rooms they need to set up stuff. DD took good care of things, but she had set up the house in a way that was functional for her. Unfortunately, that means moving a lot of stuff around. She should be home tonight to help finish up whatever I run out of energy to get done. I expect I'll have dropped a few pounds by the time this show is done. And yes, I'm tired. I'll catch up on my sleep on Friday, I hope...
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