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Post by Sharon on Nov 16, 2023 9:13:01 GMT -5
I'm starting to feel frantic that I won't be ready for everything that is happening next week. It sounds like the kids will be here late Saturday afternoon for college football, go Beavs. I need to start getting the house clean but not matter how much the kids try and clean things up, when they are here for dinner and then several hours during a football game the house just isn't the same. Tuesday I will drive to where I used to live and pick up Mom, so about 7 hours of driving that day. Wednesday the two oldest Grandkids will be here for the day helping us make pies, stuffing etc. DD grew up spending the day before Thanksgiving with my Mom and learned to make pies from her. She wants her kids to have some of that same experience. Wednesday evening we are planning a light dinner with all of us. Thursday is Thanksgiving of course and then Friday we will all reconvene for the civil war game. Last civil war game since Oregon is leaving the Pac-12. It is going to be a lot of company and chaos over the next week. Mom leaves Saturday morning but she will fly back to Portland and my sister will get her home.
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Post by toomuchreality on Nov 16, 2023 20:48:01 GMT -5
I'm starting to feel frantic that I won't be ready for everything that is happening next week. It sounds like the kids will be here late Saturday afternoon for college football, go Beavs. I need to start getting the house clean but not matter how much the kids try and clean things up, when they are here for dinner and then several hours during a football game the house just isn't the same. Tuesday I will drive to where I used to live and pick up Mom, so about 7 hours of driving that day. Wednesday the two oldest Grandkids will be here for the day helping us make pies, stuffing etc. DD grew up spending the day before Thanksgiving with my Mom and learned to make pies from her. She wants her kids to have some of that same experience. Wednesday evening we are planning a light dinner with all of us. Thursday is Thanksgiving of course and then Friday we will all reconvene for the civil war game. Last civil war game since Oregon is leaving the Pac-12. It is going to be a lot of company and chaos over the next week. Mom leaves Saturday morning but she will fly back to Portland and my sister will get her home.
Whew! I'm tired! But it sounds fun.
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Post by busymom on Nov 16, 2023 20:54:58 GMT -5
Hi Kids! It's been a fun day, as DD invited me to go wedding dress shopping. The first time seeing her in a white gown was lovely!
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Post by TheOtherMe on Nov 16, 2023 21:02:23 GMT -5
Sharon I wonder what Oregon State and Washington State are doing next season. Where will they end up. Colorado is right where I want them--in the Big 12. It was a huge mistake to leave and now we are home to a much different Big 12. Did your daughter find a dress she likes?
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Post by Sharon on Nov 16, 2023 22:39:57 GMT -5
Sharon I wonder what Oregon State and Washington State are doing next season. Where will they end up. Colorado is right where I want them--in the Big 12. It was a huge mistake to leave and now we are home to a much different Big 12. Did your daughter find a dress she likes? As far as I know it is now the Pac-2 I know it is big business and everyone wants there games shown on TV etc but I wish they wouldn't allow the teams to move conferences. Divide them up based on regions and leave it alone. But then what do I know.
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Post by busymom on Nov 16, 2023 23:30:41 GMT -5
Sharon I wonder what Oregon State and Washington State are doing next season. Where will they end up. Colorado is right where I want them--in the Big 12. It was a huge mistake to leave and now we are home to a much different Big 12. Did your daughter find a dress she likes? She did find one dress she likes, but wants to check out another store before deciding. The system is different compared to when I was looking to buy a wedding dress. We used to be able to do walk-ins, but now every store requires appointments.
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Post by TheOtherMe on Nov 17, 2023 11:00:30 GMT -5
When NIL was shopping for her wedding gown, she had her now MIL and SIL go with her because her mother was in Ukraine. Yes, they had to have appointments.
I see pictures on FB that say I Said Yes To The Dress.
Things have totally changed.
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Post by Sharon on Nov 17, 2023 11:20:55 GMT -5
When DD got married 10 years ago, yep 10 years ago this December, she had to make appointments to try on dresses.
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Post by Icelandic Woman on Nov 17, 2023 13:48:08 GMT -5
Happy Friday Muffins!!!
Short week next week!! WooHoo!!
Our weather here is still really mild mostly in the 60s just where I like it! There is the possibility of mild sNOw on Monday but then dry and mostly 50s through Thanksgiving.
Have a Fabulous Weekend!!!
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Post by TheOtherMe on Nov 17, 2023 16:53:24 GMT -5
I wasn't involved with my niece's wedding 23 years ago. I know my sister didn't need an appointment. Her dress also was not fancy even for those times. She has said that was the best she could find with the $$$ amount that could be spent.
My cousin did but I think that was because everything was being rented. The wedding gown, bridesmaid's dresses and all of the tuxes were rented from the same place and we all showed up at the same time. That was in 1971.
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Post by NoNamePerson on Nov 17, 2023 18:06:06 GMT -5
I looked at the two stores that had wedding dept. Clerk called me at work to say she had some new dresses in. I went on lunch hour. None were what I was looking for. Coming out of dressing rooms I saw dress on mannequin and said. Now that is what I’m looking for. I tried on dress and it was perfect except for the price! $600. This was in 1964 and I made $125. a week and paying for my own wedding. Clerk knew this and said. Hmm looks like a small stain on train! She let me have it for $300. Ok enough of memory lane.
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Post by toomuchreality on Nov 18, 2023 0:18:43 GMT -5
When I was getting married (2nd time), I got a pretty long dress from a big dept store. (Not a wedding dress). The color was kind of between mauve and maroon. I then found some shoes I liked, but I would need them dyed. When I inquired about having them dyed, the guy working at the shoe store, made 2 rude comments. Then he said, something about those shoes are only sold and dyed, for weddings. I said, "Hmm... imagine that! And that's what I wanted them for! I'll find shoes somewhere else, thanks." He had a shocked look on his face, as I walked out of the store.
Even if that wasn't what I wanted them for, as long as I paid for them, what difference did it make to him? It was none of his business! And after his rude comments to me, I never shopped in that store again. What a jerk. And for no reason.
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Post by NoNamePerson on Nov 18, 2023 7:51:50 GMT -5
When I was getting married (2nd time), I got a pretty long dress from a big dept store. (Not a wedding dress). The color was kind of between mauve and maroon. I then found some shoes I liked, but I would need them dyed. When I inquired about having them dyed, the guy working at the shoe store, made 2 rude comments. Then he said, something about those shoes are only sold and dyed, for weddings. I said, "Hmm... imagine that! And that's what I wanted them for! I'll find shoes somewhere else, thanks." He had a shocked look on his face, as I walked out of the store. Even if that wasn't what I wanted them for, as long as I paid for them, what difference did it make to him? It was none of his business! And after his rude comments to me, I never shopped in that store again. What a jerk. And for no reason. Funny that we had totally different experiences with clerks. But I would have done the same as you!
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Post by busymom on Nov 18, 2023 8:41:06 GMT -5
Good Morning Kids! It's going to be a long day, as DD set up 2 appointments: one MOB session for me to try on dresses, and then a 2nd session for her to try on wedding dresses. I'm exhausted as so much has been on the calendar this week. But tomorrow we meet the groom's parents.
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Post by toomuchreality on Nov 18, 2023 9:21:26 GMT -5
Good Morning Kids! It's going to be a long day, as DD set up 2 appointments: one MOB session for me to try on dresses, and then a 2nd session for her to try on wedding dresses. I'm exhausted as so much has been on the calendar this week. But tomorrow we meet the groom's parents. I remember feeling like the last 6 months to a year, were very exhausting, trying to keep things in order, for my own life, while trying to help my daughter and live up to everyone's expectations, at the same time. Along with all the unsaid and indirect hopes and expectations. I was very directly told to suck it up, re: anything I didn't like, or enjoy and act like an adult. So that's what I did. But there wasn't really any enjoyment, that came from it. Not for me, anyway. I hope your experience is better than mine. I did get a little buzzed and had fun with one of the groomsmen, who was shitfaced, as we decorated their car. But I don't suppose it's that way, for everyone. I hope everything goes well. Enjoy what you can. 🎉🎉🎉 Hopefully, that's everything!
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Post by NancysSummerSip on Nov 18, 2023 11:50:11 GMT -5
It's been a 24 hours to forget, peeps. Internet, TV and phones just restored after an outage. Curse you AT&T!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I rage-ran a race this morning, thanks to the outage. Actually did very well. Finished third in my age group. Maybe I need to do it in that state of mind more often. Got a swim team party tonight, so DH has dinner ready to heat and eat. I need to slice the rolls I bought and I will also cut the deli meat and cheese to fit the rolls, since they are small (I did that on purpose, so no one would have to struggle with a full sandwich or need to cut one in half).
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Post by NancysSummerSip on Nov 18, 2023 14:25:36 GMT -5
Full-ish schedule tomorrow. Need to trim the hedges, thanks to all that no-name storm rain we got. Will also clean the bathrooms. When I get back tonight, I will make cookie dough for DH and bake that tomorrow, too. After swim practice Monday, I will get the perishable stuff for Thanksgiving, like the fresh herbs and green beans. I did buy a frozen Kosher turkey breast. Almost $50.00. turkey prices came down somewhere, but not for the Kosher ones. Honestly, I really enjoy small business Saturday, but I would be happy with coffee at my local shop with DH. I got a check from the state from my mother's estate. I had to go through all kinds of hoops to get it, for a whopping $26. But it was nice anyway; kind of a gift from the past from her. I think we will use it for our coffee next Friday, and pick up some fresh beans, too. Miss you, Mom.
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Post by Sharon on Nov 18, 2023 17:08:40 GMT -5
I've been puttering around the house most of the day getting a few things done. My original plan had been to get most of the cleaning done today, but that isn't happening. I've gotten a lot done, but took a few too many breaks. The kids should be here in a while to watch the football game. DD is bringing dinner and she said the kids picked mac and cheese along with chicken nuggets. It has been a drizzly cold day so that sounds fine with me. Since she is bringing dinner I made dessert, which basically was mixing up a box of gingerbread, the house smells good though.
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Post by busymom on Nov 18, 2023 17:14:54 GMT -5
I survived the shopping for dresses. Shopping for DD's dress was the fun part. Looking for me, not so much. WHY do they make mermaid dresses for women my age? Is it to remind me that I no longer have my early 20's shape? I might just have to order a dress online. NOT impressed with what was available today. The worst part is, if I order through a dress shop, it won't even arrive until March. I can get a much quicker turnaround time online.
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Post by busymom on Nov 18, 2023 17:16:20 GMT -5
I need to add that I miss my Mom too, NancysSummerSip. She MADE the holidays, like Thanksgiving & Christmas. And, she'll be the only grandma who misses my DD's wedding.
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Post by TheOtherMe on Nov 18, 2023 17:52:06 GMT -5
I miss my mom, too. She loved this time of year and loved decorating for Christmas. It's not the same without her.
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Post by toomuchreality on Nov 18, 2023 20:00:45 GMT -5
Yep. I miss my mom too. And my dad. Christmas used to be a big deal, when they were still here. But then, my nephew OD'd on Christmas day (actually before, but he died on Christmas day). That was a game changer, for my family. No more family get togethers, nothing, on Christmas, or even before and no reference to Christmas, since then, "out of respect for my sister (his mom)", is what I was told. I get it, but it does seem kind of odd. Like suddenly, Christ wasn't born and the world stopped. Honestly, I think it is because it makes life more convenient, for my perfect sister and her family. Since they don't really associate with the rest of us, unless they have to and that's a busy time of year. They still do Christmas. Just not with the rest of us.
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Post by jerseygirl on Nov 19, 2023 3:15:15 GMT -5
Busymom, for my grandson’s wedding I ordered dresses online from sites that had free returns. Much bigger selection than in a store. For my DDs wedding we went to the ‘wedding building’ in NYC. About 10 floors of stores that sold wedding dresses, bridesmaids and MoB dresses. I think I had snow blindness from all the white dresses she tried on. That building is gone now
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Post by NancysSummerSip on Nov 19, 2023 11:28:14 GMT -5
Getting chilly out there, gang - we need some hearty breakfasts now.
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Post by NancysSummerSip on Nov 19, 2023 11:29:22 GMT -5
Been a busy morning so far -- bike ride, laundry, hedges trimmed and baking cookies for DH at the moment. House smells great. Mostly leftovers for dinner tonight - I will start working on Thanksgiving tomorrow.
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Post by TheOtherMe on Nov 19, 2023 11:37:06 GMT -5
Thanks for brunch, Nancy
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Post by toomuchreality on Nov 19, 2023 14:35:01 GMT -5
I need get busy. No time to eat. But thanks for the food. It looks good ! Maybe I'll come back later.
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Post by Sharon on Nov 19, 2023 21:02:25 GMT -5
I'm hoping I have permanently traumatized DSIL. He is very shy and quiet and tends to not talk a whole lot. Last night he finished the one curtain rod he had started the previous week. He went in the utility room to grab the step stool. I totally forgot that I had hung a bra to dry over the handle of the step stool. This morning I found that bra laying on top of the dryer. Not sure how he felt about having to move his MIL's bra so he could finish doing a chore for me.
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Post by busymom on Nov 19, 2023 21:40:31 GMT -5
Good Evening Kids! It was a full day, but a good one. DH & I finally had the opportunity to meet DD's future in-laws, and we like them a lot.
I've been spending this evening looking at MOB dresses online. The plan is for traditional formal dresses for close family. What do you think of all of the "bling" they put on MOB dresses now? Is it ok, or over-the-top?
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Post by Sharon on Nov 19, 2023 21:51:37 GMT -5
Good Evening Kids! It was a full day, but a good one. DH & I finally had the opportunity to meet DD's future in-laws, and we like them a lot. I've been spending this evening looking at MOB dresses online. The plan is for traditional formal dresses for close family. What do you think of all of the "bling" they put on MOB dresses now? Is it ok, or over-the-top? My MOB dress when DD got married definitely had a subdued gold metallic look to it. I wouldn't call it bling but it was shinier, it's hard to describe. The most important thing was DD liked it and approved it. There was another dress I liked better but DD vetoed it. It was black, but again kind of had metallic look to it. I felt it fit me much better but DD said no, so back on the rack it went.
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