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Post by Iggy aka IG on Feb 8, 2019 14:25:24 GMT -5
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Post by NoNamePerson on Feb 8, 2019 14:41:22 GMT -5
I think Iggy aka IG should be nominated for sainthood. I mean, her DH is still alive. And hasn't filed for divorce! I filed when my dryer quit.
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Post by finnime on Feb 8, 2019 14:58:13 GMT -5
Checking in about the 3.5 weeks with no heat drama. It was 4 degrees outside last night. I slept in my sweatshirt and heavy yoga pants. Yes, we have space heaters, but they can only do so much. DH and I are not speaking at the moment. Wednesday I finally had enough of having to get angry with him so he'd treat this as a priority. The last one was me pleading with him to call the HVAC company at a certain time when he was in cell range yesterday AM. (To be fair, he's out of range most of the day.)
So, at 4 AM today, I made an executive decision. When they opened for business, I called the HVAC place DH was supposed call to confirm he called them and to check on the bids. They are still waiting for two equipment companies to get back with them. I will call later today. I also called and ordered the fireplace part DH refused to buy last Friday because of the cost. It will be here mid-week. I then texted him to ask if he can install it without delay, or do I need to hire someone. I own a business and am good excel at getting shit done. Guess that means I must do the same when it comes to coordinating household repairs, too.
for having to do it all yourself. for solving the problem. Some situations and people just demand action.
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Iggy aka IG
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Post by Iggy aka IG on Feb 8, 2019 16:59:43 GMT -5
Thank you for the support, ladies! Two more reminder texts about the quote, they just called. Option 1 and 2, which would give us a new system for heat and AC are both over $20K. Option 3 is back to just a boiler system, but will work with our existing in floor radiant heat tubing. $6,800 plus a few incidentals plus extra knowing this house. Done. Texted DH. Now, where's the Tylenol?
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Post by Chocolate Lover on Feb 8, 2019 17:07:38 GMT -5
Holy cow on the AC part!! WTH??
Yay for getting it handled!!!
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Post by Iggy aka IG on Feb 8, 2019 17:21:36 GMT -5
Right? When the gal called, I refrained from saying holy $($(!!! ETA: With this option, we can add AC in a month or two for $7-8K, but still... ETA2: Just made the $2600+ deposit. Happy birthday to meeeeeeeeeeeee!!!
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Post by debthaven on Feb 8, 2019 17:33:32 GMT -5
Holy cow is right!!!
At least you'll have heat again. You can wait on the AC.
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Post by debthaven on Feb 8, 2019 17:47:17 GMT -5
Happy birthday Iggy!!! I think heat is a great gift LOL. So sorry you've been dealing with this for so long. This weekend (updated)- Shitepile/Fri - do DH's books/Fri- pharmacy/Sat
- see A?/Sat
All-day rehearsal on Sun so I will try to see A tomorrow morning. We'll see. The buildings one of our rentals is in is being renovated. We will owe 1.5K for that. I don't want to stress about it, so I'm using savings from the rental we sold last year. I'm OK with that.
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Post by Iggy aka IG on Feb 8, 2019 18:21:10 GMT -5
Thanks, debthaven. It's not until next week, and I celebrate it with my triplets here in PB. I'm sure you'll hear all about it then.
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Post by TheOtherMe on Feb 8, 2019 18:23:32 GMT -5
Right? When the gal called, I refrained from saying holy $($(!!! ETA: With this option, we can add AC in a month or two for $7-8K, but still... ETA2: Just made the $2600+ deposit. Happy birthday to meeeeeeeeeeeee!!! I think you are at a higher elevation in Colorado. You must have heat. You can probably survive without a/c. I only had a/c the last 4 years of living in Colorado. For no more hot days than we had, I couldn't justify it. However, the heat has been worse since I left and I think I would have considered it a necessity in Boulder. When I lived in Black Hawk, a/c was not needed.
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Post by Knee Deep in Water Chloe on Feb 9, 2019 1:21:19 GMT -5
Dumb question NastyWoman but does it work on temples too? I hope it goes quickly ohmomto2boys and that you get some money for it! I don't know how many of you read the YM OT "what are you doing right now" thread but our Knee Deep in Water Chloe has been admitted to the hospital for blood clots in her neck. Thinking of her and wishing her a speedy and full recovery. Thank you so much. ❤️🧡❤️🧡❤️
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Post by Knee Deep in Water Chloe on Feb 9, 2019 1:38:06 GMT -5
Hi everyone! Well, I’m going to have a different few weeks from my normal schedule. I did have a massive, five-inch blood clot in my right should area make itself known last Sunday night/Monday morning. I had emergency surgery on Tuesday morning at 6:30am and a follow up surgery on Wednesday afternoon. Eventually, I’ll have to have my first rib in my right side side removed or my rib and clavicle will continue to pinch my veins causing clots.
I, due to not being able to lift more than ten pounds or my right arm above chest level, will be getting massive amounts of paperwork projects done this coming week.
I’ll also be decluttering my “books to read” list.
I’m hoping to not be entirely bored out of my mind.
I’ll post a task list tomorrow.
Please know I greatly appreciate your support and thoughts.
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Post by Knee Deep in Water Chloe on Feb 9, 2019 1:57:02 GMT -5
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Post by debthaven on Feb 9, 2019 3:41:25 GMT -5
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Post by moneysquirrel on Feb 9, 2019 9:52:43 GMT -5
Knee Deep in Water Chloe -- So glad that you are home. REST!. Forget the lists for a week or so. Relax. Take care of yourself. Don't overdo it. Sleep.
Goals for upcoming weeks:
Unusual Expenses:*Book plane for summer retreat -- Been checking prices and it has not been changing so will try to get this done this week. Commitments:
*Tutor -- Monday *Class -- Wednesday *Class and Teach -- Thursday *Meeting -- Thursday House:
*Maintain Progress *Keep up with laundry, dishes, routine chores *Organize at least three areas *Grocery for perishables if needed *Get to the gym to walk, class. Just get there! went once Need to go at least once more. Crafts:
*Finish current necklace sets (have 2 almost finished) *Crochet a few rows daily on afghan (usually while watching tv) *Figure out a design for a friend (this has been a challenge -- made at least three attempts and ripped them all out so far.) Think I have a prototype to have her approval before I do the design. Then it will be a project for another week. Did not see her so this is planned for this week.*Bead at least one item for upcoming show *MG Earrings -- 3 sets for order
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Post by moneysquirrel on Feb 9, 2019 9:57:09 GMT -5
My last school had a policy where we had to provide e-assignment for extended weather related days. For us it was for hurricanes or tropical storms usually.Having done that today for the first time, I think that's a great policy! Was that just for you moneysquirrel , because you taught computer science? Or was it a general policy for all the teachers? I'm guessing the latter. It was a general policy for the school. By doing this we were able to avoid adding days to the school year. individual accommodations were made for students who needed them such as extended deadlines and other items. Most students did not need these.
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Post by busymom on Feb 9, 2019 10:33:02 GMT -5
I agree with moneysquirrel , Knee Deep in Water Chloe , that you just need to take care of yourself right now. The "stuff" isn't going anywhere, so just relax, & focus on resting & getting better. I finally got my kitchen shutters installed, and WOW, it looks SO much better now. I'm going to spend the weekend organizing my tax stuff.
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Post by TheOtherMe on Feb 9, 2019 10:39:48 GMT -5
Knee Deep in Water Chloe I'm glad you are feeling better. You have the lifting restrictions for a reason. You still need another surgery. Please don't over do. The stuff will wait. Read, relax and rest. That's the medicine for now that your body needs.
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Post by nidena on Feb 9, 2019 14:32:30 GMT -5
One essay question down; three to go. All due on Wednesday.
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Post by debthaven on Feb 9, 2019 14:51:07 GMT -5
This weekend (updated)- Shitepile/Fri - do DH's books/Fri - see A/Sat- pharmacy/Sat Saw A this morning for the first time in 3/4 weeks. Didn't get to the pharmacy. It was mild so DH and I took the motorcycle to Chinatown for a late lunch. Have been doing lines, lines, lines. Doing laundry now. All-day rehearsal tomorrow.
Job 2 is off this week ... fantastic timing, it means I'm working 3 days instead of 4 this week! Eight more days and I get my life back. Knee Deep in Water Chloe I feel like I "know" you. I know that not working is very hard on you. But seriously, you could have died, or been incapacitated. PLEASE put things in perspective, and rest. Don't be a hero. Perhaps now would be a good time to increase your cleaner's hours, even just temporarily.
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Post by TheOtherMe on Feb 9, 2019 17:23:20 GMT -5
Knee Deep in Water Chloe I feel like I "know" you. I know that not working is very hard on you. But seriously, you could have died, or been incapacitated. PLEASE put things in perspective, and rest. Don't be a hero. Perhaps now would be a good time to increase your cleaner's hours, even just temporarily.
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Post by chapeau on Feb 9, 2019 18:48:49 GMT -5
I need tights for the play. I ABSOLUTELY LOATHE wearing tights. I NEVER EVER EVER wear dresses in fall or winter, because tights. I thought my knee-highs would do but no. I am notorious for tearing tights as I put them on. I found 3 untorn pairs. I put them in my costume bag, but I definitely need more. I also want to try thigh-highs. Thigh-highs should work, but I haven't worn them for over 20 years! My question to you ladies: Is it better to buy more of the cheaper ones (both tights + thigh-highs)? Or fewer of the mid-range ones? I'm not paying for the expensive ones.
Any advice would be greatly appreciated! This is where I totally fail as an adult!
ETA: This week - pharmacy - tights/thigh-highs - bottle bank
I’m a 20 pair of cheapies kinda girl. But there’s a super bargain store around here that you pay under a dollar a pair for full price. When they’re on sale I stock up. But I’m lucky to get a third wearing out of even the expensive ones. I had to change between my sister’s wedding ceremony and getting in the bus outside the church. No idea how I managed to tear them while walking down an aisle, standing and kneeling. It’s a gift... ETA: and debt’s original post is gone. Weird.
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Post by debthaven on Feb 9, 2019 18:51:25 GMT -5
I definitely have the same gift chapeau LOL! Thank you! So cheap is the way to go. I also posted this on the style thread (for the first time in my life LOL). ETA: I know our local Aldi-equivalent sells tights cheap. Not sure if they sell thigh-highs but I will check them out on Wed since I'm exceptionally off that day.
Other style/fashion question. I am the elegant one of the 6 in the play (ROFL, talk about being miscast!!!) So I'm thinking I need to paint my nails, which I've done exactly 3 times in 59 years (my two weddings + DS1's wedding).
What color should I paint my nails, low maintenance, just for that week? I'm guessing some sort of pearly light pink?
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Post by Sharon on Feb 9, 2019 19:18:31 GMT -5
Today has been a low key day. Babysat DGD for about an hour this morning while they kids met with the accountant for their taxes. She had a lot to say to me too bad I couldn't understand baby babble. At almost 18 months she does have some words but she talks non-stop in her babble. Oreo was not interested in toddler hugs. I guess having a toddler coming towards you full speed ahead with her arms wide open and saying kitty in a high pitched voice wasn't her idea of fun. Oreo was not trapped in the room with us, she was free to leave and hide out somewhere else in the house if she wished. She likes to hang out and even get an occasional pet but hugs are out.
After they left I started getting all my tax stuff organized. I had been dumping it in a pile but sat down and got everything in order and ready for the accountant on the 18th. The led into getting YNAB up to date, paying the few bills that were sitting there and doing some other budgeting stuff. I need to be finishing up the baby quilt, DGS will be here soon, like next Tuesday they are going to discuss whether to induce. There are things that need to be done to get the house on the market, touch up painting, painting the bathroom etc. I also need to finish knitting DGD's sweater. It is so close to being done.
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Post by TheOtherMe on Feb 9, 2019 20:33:33 GMT -5
Sharon I found out that Lucy doesn't like anybody, especially kids, coming at her straight on. If they play with a wand toy with her, she warms up quickly. Otherwise, it's hands off. Small children don't understand how to approach cats. I've never had a dog so I don't know if that's the way to approach a dog. The wand toy has made it possible for great niece to play with Lucy without fear of Lucy attacking her.
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Post by Sharon on Feb 9, 2019 20:49:14 GMT -5
Sharon I found out that Lucy doesn't like anybody, especially kids, coming at her straight on. If they play with a wand toy with her, she warms up quickly. Otherwise, it's hands off. Small children don't understand how to approach cats. I've never had a dog so I don't know if that's the way to approach a dog. The wand toy has made it possible for great niece to play with Lucy without fear of Lucy attacking her. DGD's dog is used to getting hugs. Oreo doesn't run off she just moves to being out of reach. If she acted like she was trapped, or about to scratch etc I would interfere, but for now I just let them work it out. She will tolerate being petted and DGD has been taught to be gentle. If DGD is sitting on the floor playing Oreo will rub up against her which she thinks is incredibly funny. I got my Grandma bagged packed this afternoon. The camera battery is charging and once that is done I will slip the camera in the bag and be ready.
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Post by startsmart on Feb 9, 2019 21:34:07 GMT -5
It's been a quiet day here, lots of sewing, a little cleaning and batch cooking for the week. It's been rainy all day so no plans to go out.
I did notice that my 13-yo Labrador has a bump that seems to be bleeding on his chin, way under his jaw, and will need to take him to the vet to get it checked out. When he was only about 2 years old he had a little tumor removed from the side of his face so I'm worried it's a recurrence. I am hoping it's not going to be a super expensive procedure or they'll tell me it's just a mole that got knocked around.
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Post by Knee Deep in Water Chloe on Feb 9, 2019 23:00:55 GMT -5
I'm supposed to be off this entire upcoming week and on light duty the following week. This week, I will do some work from home on my couch. Assuming all is well, I will go in half-days the following week.
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Post by Knee Deep in Water Chloe on Feb 9, 2019 23:03:11 GMT -5
I agree with moneysquirrel , Knee Deep in Water Chloe , that you just need to take care of yourself right now. The "stuff" isn't going anywhere, so just relax, & focus on resting & getting better. I finally got my kitchen shutters installed, and WOW, it looks SO much better now. I'm going to spend the weekend organizing my tax stuff. Did you take pictures of the shutters?
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Post by Knee Deep in Water Chloe on Feb 9, 2019 23:06:49 GMT -5
I definitely have the same gift chapeau LOL! Thank you! So cheap is the way to go. I also posted this on the style thread (for the first time in my life LOL). ETA: I know our local Aldi-equivalent sells tights cheap. Not sure if they sell thigh-highs but I will check them out on Wed since I'm exceptionally off that day.
Other style/fashion question. I am the elegant one of the 6 in the play (ROFL, talk about being miscast!!!) So I'm thinking I need to paint my nails, which I've done exactly 3 times in 59 years (my two weddings + DS1's wedding).
What color should I paint my nails, low maintenance, just for that week? I'm guessing some sort of pearly light pink?
I'm chuckling at most of this. Know that cheap tights tend to snag much more easily than higher quality tights. If you go the cheap route, get several pairs to make it through the play. You can return the ones you don't use. Or, you could get two pairs of dance tights. That will get you through the play also.
For nails--is there just one color shirt that you wear for a costume? Can you match that? You might have to get a manicure!
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