what are you doing right now?

[andi9899]

May 27, 2023 16:41:18 GMT -5 soupandstew said:

Fence Wars update.  Neighbors #1 and #2 are having second screaming match of the day-lots of F-bombs flying.  I got a call about the first one which apparently ended with Crazy telling Sane she was going to sue him, and then telling him he needed to use a string line to make sure the fence was straight.  He assured her he would, and then told her where he planned to get the string.  And that's how the fight started.  

I would live on my front porch until the fence is done at minimum.

T2 was cleaning out the trunk of the car she inherited from T1 last night. The neighbor was yelling at either her husband or kids. We took our time because we're nosy AF.

[Deleted]

May 27, 2023 18:04:30 GMT -5 andi9899 said:

Almost done with the downstairs of the hoarder house. Waiting on the living room to dry so I can move the couch back and do the rest of the floor. I'm pretty sure I smell bad at this point, so when I'm done I'm taking a shower which is freshly cleaned and ordering food. All I've had to eat today is a piece of banana bread and a cheese stick.

I would call you an "influencer" as you have influenced many of us to select the best beauty care products possible. And to buy Ulta stock

[andi9899]

May 27, 2023 18:07:10 GMT -5 soupandstew said:

May 27, 2023 18:04:30 GMT -5 andi9899 said:

Almost done with the downstairs of the hoarder house. Waiting on the living room to dry so I can move the couch back and do the rest of the floor. I'm pretty sure I smell bad at this point, so when I'm done I'm taking a shower which is freshly cleaned and ordering food. All I've had to eat today is a piece of banana bread and a cheese stick.

I would call you an "influencer" as you have influenced many of us to select the best beauty care products possible. And to buy Ulta stock

Honestly, I think I'm probably the only influencer without social media. I decluttered my makeup last weekend and my niece was in hog heaven because she was here and got first pick. I sent her home with what she picked in an Ulta bag.

[minnesotapaintlady]

Clothes shopping was a complete and total bust.  For me anyhow, DS did find several polos, a dress shirt, pants and belt, so except for maybe shoes, he's good. 

Me?  I tried on a few things.  Was repulsed at how absolutely nothing looks good on me anymore and gave up.  I bought a few more tee shirts at Sam's Club, but that was it.  I have nothing dressy at all.  I could not find a skirt at Penneys to save my life!  I was looking online and figured I could pull off something like this with a black tee, but I couldn't find any and was so stressed out.  So I just left.  

[giramomma]

Working on another cover letter. The resume is good. That's due tomorrow. Yes. Sunday night of a holiday weekend.

This is the job I'd love to have. I think I've also worked with the person who would be my supervisor.

Pay is low, but so is the number of years experience.

We'll see what happens.

[toomuchreality]

May 27, 2023 18:14:15 GMT -5 minnesotapaintlady said:

Clothes shopping was a complete and total bust.  For me anyhow, DS did find several polos, a dress shirt, pants and belt, so except for maybe shoes, he's good. 

Me?  I tried on a few things.  Was repulsed at how absolutely nothing looks good on me anymore and gave up.  I bought a few more tee shirts at Sam's Club, but that was it.  I have nothing dressy at all.  I could not find a skirt at Penneys to save my life!  I was looking online and figured I could pull off something like this with a black tee, but I couldn't find any and was so stressed out.  So I just left.  

I like this skirt and agree, it would pair well with a black tee.
I hope you find some clothes you like, soon and without a lot more stress.
Good luck!

[toomuchreality]

May 27, 2023 18:29:22 GMT -5 giramomma said:

Working on another cover letter. The resume is good. That's due tomorrow. Yes. Sunday night of a holiday weekend.

This is the job I'd love to have. I think I've also worked with the person who would be my supervisor.

Pay is low, but so is the number of years experience.

We'll see what happens.

I hope you get this job. I feel like you're due for something good, when it comes to work.
🤞🤞🤞

[andi9899]

May 27, 2023 18:14:15 GMT -5 minnesotapaintlady said:

Clothes shopping was a complete and total bust.  For me anyhow, DS did find several polos, a dress shirt, pants and belt, so except for maybe shoes, he's good. 

Me?  I tried on a few things.  Was repulsed at how absolutely nothing looks good on me anymore and gave up.  I bought a few more tee shirts at Sam's Club, but that was it.  I have nothing dressy at all.  I could not find a skirt at Penneys to save my life!  I was looking online and figured I could pull off something like this with a black tee, but I couldn't find any and was so stressed out.  So I just left.  

I would LOVE to go clothes shopping with you. I'd find you something cute and on sale. I like TJ Maxx, Ross and Marshall's. I'll dig all day long to find a deal.

ETA: Old Navy has 50% off everything currently. I got 4 pairs of shorts for $45 this morning. If you have at least a week before you need the items, maybe check out their website.

[minnesotapaintlady]

May 27, 2023 18:38:21 GMT -5 andi9899 said:

I would LOVE to go clothes shopping with you. I'd find you something cute and on sale. I like TJ Maxx, Ross and Marshall's. I'll dig all day long to find a deal.

ETA: Old Navy has 50% off everything currently. I got 4 pairs of shorts for $45 this morning. If you have at least a week before you need the items, maybe check out their website.

My ex-SIL is like that too.  I just hate everything about it.  It was so much easier when I was 125 pounds and proportioned more "normal".  I just get grossed out in the dressing room and don't want to go back in there.

[TheOtherMe]

Oldest great nephew is officially a high school graduate.  I was not invited and did not attend, but the grandparents did.

[Deleted]

May 27, 2023 18:46:33 GMT -5 minnesotapaintlady said:

May 27, 2023 18:38:21 GMT -5 andi9899 said:

I would LOVE to go clothes shopping with you. I'd find you something cute and on sale. I like TJ Maxx, Ross and Marshall's. I'll dig all day long to find a deal.

ETA: Old Navy has 50% off everything currently. I got 4 pairs of shorts for $45 this morning. If you have at least a week before you need the items, maybe check out their website.

My ex-SIL is like that too.  I just hate everything about it.  It was so much easier when I was 125 pounds and proportioned more "normal".  I just get grossed out in the dressing room and don't want to go back in there.

I don't think I even see the clothes anymore; I just see my body which I don't like and know is appalling to my partner.  I know I and I alone am responsible for my size and shape but it hurts.  A lot.

[toomuchreality]

May 27, 2023 18:48:30 GMT -5 TheOtherMe said:

Oldest great nephew is officially a high school graduate.  I was not invited and did not attend, but the grandparents did.

Did you want to go? I'm sorry, if you did.
Congrats to him!

[cooper88]

May 27, 2023 18:06:38 GMT -5 andi9899 said:

May 27, 2023 16:41:18 GMT -5 soupandstew said:

Fence Wars update.  Neighbors #1 and #2 are having second screaming match of the day-lots of F-bombs flying.  I got a call about the first one which apparently ended with Crazy telling Sane she was going to sue him, and then telling him he needed to use a string line to make sure the fence was straight.  He assured her he would, and then told her where he planned to get the string.  And that's how the fight started.  

I would live on my front porch until the fence is done at minimum.

T2 was cleaning out the trunk of the car she inherited from T1 last night. The neighbor was yelling at either her husband or kids. We took our time because we're nosy AF.

Just heard my neighbor yelling at her loser adult son. I may or may not have opened the window so I could hear better.

[Deleted]

Slightly overcooked the boneless pork ribs, but they were still good.  So was the grilled zucchini and yellow squash.  

Tomorrow is the usual Sunday of mopping floors, making out menus for next week, plus running by Bath&Body for shower gels.  

Pulsing Latin music next door, will probably go off at 10 or 11.  

[giramomma]

May 27, 2023 18:37:36 GMT -5 toomuchreality said:

May 27, 2023 18:29:22 GMT -5 giramomma said:

Working on another cover letter. The resume is good. That's due tomorrow. Yes. Sunday night of a holiday weekend.

This is the job I'd love to have. I think I've also worked with the person who would be my supervisor.

Pay is low, but so is the number of years experience.

We'll see what happens.

I hope you get this job. I feel like you're due for something good, when it comes to work.
🤞🤞🤞

Thank you. All I can do is keep trying.

And, I really despise the process of finding a new job.  Which really says more about my complacency than anything else.

I also have been working on life outside of work again. Next week I'm taking a bit of time to check out a volunteer opportunity.

I've got two stitching days arranged in June.

I've scoped out one knitting group that meets at a library. There's another one to check out.

DH and I have started to do some dreaming about weekend trips.

So. We'll just hang tight and see what unfolds.

I was very worried about getting fired. I think it's still a possibility, but I think the chances are smaller, based on some things I am seeing firsthand.

That said, I can't really trust anyone at work.  That's really the biggest thing that messes with me.

[andi9899]

House is done. I have bathed and placed my dinner order. Now I'm getting ready to make potato salad for tomorrow. There is a cookout at my parent's house tomorrow. I am assigned that and pico.

[toomuchreality]

May 27, 2023 19:26:37 GMT -5 giramomma said:

May 27, 2023 18:37:36 GMT -5 toomuchreality said:

I hope you get this job. I feel like you're due for something good, when it comes to work.
🤞🤞🤞

Thank you. All I can do is keep trying.

And, I really despise the process of finding a new job.  Which really says more about my complacency than anything else.

I also have been working on life outside of work again. Next week I'm taking a bit of time to check out a volunteer opportunity.

I've got two stitching days arranged in June.

I've scoped out one knitting group that meets at a library. There's another one to check out.

DH and I have started to do some dreaming about weekend trips.

So. We'll just hang tight and see what unfolds.

I was very worried about getting fired. I think it's still a possibility, but I think the chances are smaller, based on some things I am seeing firsthand.

That said, I can't really trust anyone at work.  That's really the biggest thing that messes with me.

I'm glad you're planning some ME time. You deserve it.

[toomuchreality]

May 27, 2023 19:29:16 GMT -5 andi9899 said:

House is done. I have bathed and placed my dinner order. Now I'm getting ready to make potato salad for tomorrow. There is a cookout at my parent's house tomorrow. I am assigned that and pico.

I have a feeling that you make great potato salad. I wish I had some! 😉
Have fun!

[skeeter]

May 27, 2023 16:41:18 GMT -5 soupandstew said:

Fence Wars update.  Neighbors #1 and #2 are having second screaming match of the day-lots of F-bombs flying.  I got a call about the first one which apparently ended with Crazy telling Sane she was going to sue him, and then telling him he needed to use a string line to make sure the fence was straight.  He assured her he would, and then told her where he planned to get the string.  And that's how the fight started.  

This is going to prove I must have a "dirty mind", but when he told her where he planned to get the string, did that statement include a part of HER anatomy?

[Deleted]

May 27, 2023 19:49:15 GMT -5 skeeter said:

May 27, 2023 16:41:18 GMT -5 soupandstew said:

Fence Wars update.  Neighbors #1 and #2 are having second screaming match of the day-lots of F-bombs flying.  I got a call about the first one which apparently ended with Crazy telling Sane she was going to sue him, and then telling him he needed to use a string line to make sure the fence was straight.  He assured her he would, and then told her where he planned to get the string.  And that's how the fight started.  

This is going to prove I must have a "dirty mind", but when he told her where he planned to get the string, did that statement include a part of HER anatomy?

Yes, it did

[andi9899]

Vietnamese place wasn't taking orders so I got sushi. I'm fat and happy.

[chiver78]

May 27, 2023 20:28:51 GMT -5 andi9899 said:

Vietnamese place wasn't taking orders so I got sushi. I'm fat and happy.

I need a sushi fix soon. you're not helping. 

[andi9899]

May 27, 2023 19:06:53 GMT -5 soupandstew said:

May 27, 2023 18:46:33 GMT -5 minnesotapaintlady said:

My ex-SIL is like that too.  I just hate everything about it.  It was so much easier when I was 125 pounds and proportioned more "normal".  I just get grossed out in the dressing room and don't want to go back in there.

I don't think I even see the clothes anymore; I just see my body which I don't like and know is appalling to my partner.  I know I and I alone am responsible for my size and shape but it hurts.  A lot.

Yes and no. There are a lot of factors. I workout like no other and eat better than most. I still struggle with my weight and am not as slim as I'd like. Sometimes genetics just doesn't play nice. Add in age and it's a crap shoot.

[minnesotapaintlady]

May 27, 2023 20:32:00 GMT -5 andi9899 said:

May 27, 2023 19:06:53 GMT -5 soupandstew said:

I don't think I even see the clothes anymore; I just see my body which I don't like and know is appalling to my partner.  I know I and I alone am responsible for my size and shape but it hurts.  A lot.

Yes and no. There are a lot of factors. I workout like no other and eat better than most. I still struggle with my weight and am not as slim as I'd like. Sometimes genetics just doesn't play nice. Add in age and it's a crap shoot.

For me, it was kid #2.  My abdominal muscles just gave out and what was loose flabby postpartum skin filled in with fat.  My arms and legs are pretty lean, it's the damn big gut. 

But, I do like to eat, and I'm been glued to my desk for several years and not getting enough exercise, so I'm definitely partially to blame. 

[TheOtherMe]

May 27, 2023 19:07:48 GMT -5 toomuchreality said:

May 27, 2023 18:48:30 GMT -5 TheOtherMe said:

Oldest great nephew is officially a high school graduate.  I was not invited and did not attend, but the grandparents did.

Did you want to go? I'm sorry, if you did.
Congrats to him!

No I didn't want to go.  Space is limited and they get a limited number of tickets.  

I wasn't able to attend the graduations of my niece and nephews but I attended the party held the same day.

[bean29]

Just finished 230 squats. Rest day tomorrow, then 240 Monday and 250 Tuesday and my Challenge is done. The 200’s are a lot for me. I plan to keep doing maybe 150 M/W/F, and considering sit ups T/Th/S

[Opti]

May 27, 2023 18:14:15 GMT -5 minnesotapaintlady said:

Clothes shopping was a complete and total bust.  For me anyhow, DS did find several polos, a dress shirt, pants and belt, so except for maybe shoes, he's good. 

Me?  I tried on a few things.  Was repulsed at how absolutely nothing looks good on me anymore and gave up.  I bought a few more tee shirts at Sam's Club, but that was it.  I have nothing dressy at all.  I could not find a skirt at Penneys to save my life!  I was looking online and figured I could pull off something like this with a black tee, but I couldn't find any and was so stressed out.  So I just left.  

For me skirt + top is much harder than finding a dress, and finding dresses I like is not the easiest. I am more of a pants person so I dress up or down pants with tops, cardigans, footwear, etc.

This is one of my standard three season pants. I buy one size below what I should because these are generously sized.

www.macys.com/shop/product/jm-collection-regular-short-length-curvy-fit-straight-leg-pants-created-for-macys?ID=2275049&CategoryID=157&swatchColor=Intrepid%20Blue%20Blue

This is a light t that I pair with cardigans or blazers if needed in transitional weather. Mine are solid, but I like this print.

www.landsend.com/products/womens-short-sleeve-lightweight-uneck-tshirt/id_361654?attributes=32671,43381,44967

[weltschmerz]

I'm watching Godzilla vs Kong.
It's really stupid.

[andi9899]

May 27, 2023 19:38:39 GMT -5 toomuchreality said:

May 27, 2023 19:29:16 GMT -5 andi9899 said:

House is done. I have bathed and placed my dinner order. Now I'm getting ready to make potato salad for tomorrow. There is a cookout at my parent's house tomorrow. I am assigned that and pico.

I have a feeling that you make great potato salad. I wish I had some! 😉
Have fun!

It is really good. It's in the fridge now getting cold. I made a little extra to keep here.

[NoNamePerson]

May 27, 2023 20:30:14 GMT -5 chiver78 said:

May 27, 2023 20:28:51 GMT -5 andi9899 said:

Vietnamese place wasn't taking orders so I got sushi. I'm fat and happy.

I need a sushi fix soon. you're not helping. 

I was thinking the same thing. I see sushi gracing table tomorrow night! Unless I can’t wait till dinner and it will be a nice lunch.