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Title: GIVING THANKS ON THANKSGIVING
Post by: bk on November 23, 2017, 12:26:41 AM
Well, you've read the notes, the notes gave thanks on Thanksgiving, and now it is time for you to post until the thankful cows come home.
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Post by: bk on November 23, 2017, 12:27:20 AM
And the word of the day is: VIAND!
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Post by: George on November 23, 2017, 01:11:04 AM
First post after BK!
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Post by: George on November 23, 2017, 01:21:18 AM
(http://prepperrecon.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/thanksgiving-snoopy-wallpaper.jpg)
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Post by: Michael on November 23, 2017, 01:24:10 AM
Good morning to all
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Post by: Michael on November 23, 2017, 01:25:04 AM
Happy Thanksgiving to all HHW American readers.
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Post by: George on November 23, 2017, 01:35:34 AM
Very nice pictures in your notes, BK.
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Post by: George on November 23, 2017, 01:44:46 AM
And now, I'm off to bed.

Have a good day, all!
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Post by: ChasSmith on November 23, 2017, 09:08:39 AM
Oh my.  What’s this!  We’re up and running?
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Post by: ChasSmith on November 23, 2017, 09:09:13 AM
Good morning afternoon, all.
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Post by: ChasSmith on November 23, 2017, 09:09:57 AM
And a Happy Thanksgiving to each and every one of yez.
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Post by: TCB on November 23, 2017, 09:10:18 AM
Good morning / afternoon
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Post by: TCB on November 23, 2017, 09:14:11 AM
12 replies at noon EST?
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Post by: Jane on November 23, 2017, 09:15:51 AM
HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!!
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Post by: Jane on November 23, 2017, 09:16:17 AM
One post before we go offline again
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Post by: TCB on November 23, 2017, 09:18:02 AM
Happy Thanksgiving!
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Post by: Jane on November 23, 2017, 09:19:46 AM
(http://fncacademicadvising.files.wordpress.com/2011/11/thanksgiving81.gif)
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Post by: TCB on November 23, 2017, 09:20:44 AM
Oh, have we been offline?
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Post by: Jane on November 23, 2017, 09:20:46 AM
Bruce, I accidentally put my post above this one on yesterday.  It seems it is not locked.
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Post by: elmore3003 on November 23, 2017, 09:20:59 AM
I've been trying to log on since 7:30.  About 20 minutes ago I was able to read the notes before it shut down again.  I hope we are now back to part.
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Post by: elmore3003 on November 23, 2017, 09:21:17 AM
Happy Thanksgiving, all!
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Post by: ChasSmith on November 23, 2017, 09:22:34 AM
Happy Catsgiving, DR Elmore!
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Post by: elmore3003 on November 23, 2017, 09:25:26 AM
I am grateful that I am scraping by.   I wish I were doing better at the moment, but who said life was fair?

The London job caught me up on my bills until Annabelle's illnesses bankrupted me.  I'm not certain for how long such a situation will last, nor am I certain I'll ever make enough to keep my head above water, but I am grateful for the work I do get as well as for the people in my world that I care about and who care about me.
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Post by: elmore3003 on November 23, 2017, 09:26:00 AM
Happy Catsgiving, DR Elmore!

They are the only things getting me out of bed each day.
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Post by: vixmom on November 23, 2017, 09:26:42 AM
Happy Thanksgiving all!   
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Post by: vixmom on November 23, 2017, 09:26:59 AM
I am thankful we are back online
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Post by: vixmom on November 23, 2017, 09:27:22 AM
And I am thankful for each and every one of you my friends
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Post by: vixmom on November 23, 2017, 09:27:49 AM
BK the livingroom looks wonderful.  I love the painting of the girl writing
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Post by: vixmom on November 23, 2017, 09:29:38 AM
I met get back to prepping my TDay dishes. I am bringing mashed taters and my sherry butter garlic mushrooms to dinner as well as wine, a chocolate cornucopia packed with fancy cookies and a mixed berry pie
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Post by: Laura on November 23, 2017, 09:32:05 AM
Good morning.
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Post by: Laura on November 23, 2017, 09:32:19 AM
I just put the turkey in the oven.
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Post by: TCB on November 23, 2017, 09:32:41 AM
I met get back to prepping my TDay dishes. I am bringing mashed taters and my sherry butter garlic mushrooms to dinner as well as wine, a chocolate cornucopia packed with fancy cookies and a mixed berry pie


Yum!
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Post by: Ginny on November 23, 2017, 09:40:33 AM
Thanksgiving morning greetings!  At least it’s still morning here in Illinois.  We’re still at the hotel watching the parade and will soon head over to Laura’s, where I will have the rare experience of walking into the aroma of a roasting turkey.  Usually, I’m already there...
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Post by: elmore3003 on November 23, 2017, 09:45:51 AM
I called Randy and Jo, who appear to be away from home.  Since she's such a fantastic cook, I was sure dinner would be at their house.
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Post by: Jrand73 on November 23, 2017, 09:47:50 AM
And we are UP!

Lovely pictures of the new living room in the notes!
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Post by: Jrand73 on November 23, 2017, 09:48:10 AM
Getting ready to watch the DOG SHOW on NBC!!!  I love the DOG SHOW.....
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Post by: Jrand73 on November 23, 2017, 09:49:08 AM
It turns out that my friend Tif Luckenbill (who has a brother named Toph) toured with David Cassidy in BB (Blood Brothers).  Tif played Eddie and understudied David as Mickey.....
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Post by: Jrand73 on November 23, 2017, 09:49:23 AM
I am thankful to BE ALIVE!
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Post by: Ginny on November 23, 2017, 09:49:56 AM
I called Randy and Jo, who appear to be away from home.  Since she's such a fantastic cook, I was sure dinner would be at their house.

Sometimes even fantastic cooks need a holiday...
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Post by: Jane on November 23, 2017, 09:52:01 AM
I still need to read the notes.
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Post by: Druxy on November 23, 2017, 09:55:21 AM
I've been trying to log on since 7:30.  About 20 minutes ago I was able to read the notes before it shut down again.  I hope we are now back to part.

Me, too.
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Post by: Druxy on November 23, 2017, 09:56:34 AM
Happy Thanksgiving, folks.
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Post by: Jane on November 23, 2017, 09:56:40 AM
Two years in a row, since moving here, we have had two invites for Thanksgiving.  This year none, which is actually fine with us as we do not want to stuff ourselves.  I do miss stuffing on Thanksgiving.

As a treat we will have macaroni and cheese.
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Post by: elmore3003 on November 23, 2017, 09:57:27 AM
I am thankful to BE ALIVE!

And I am grateful to know that you are still with us!
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Post by: Druxy on November 23, 2017, 09:57:56 AM
T.O.D.

What am I thankful for?

At 76+++ years old, I'm still in relatively good heath.

Knock wood!
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Post by: Druxy on November 23, 2017, 09:59:13 AM
Two years in a row, since moving here, we have had two invites for Thanksgiving.  This year none, which is actually fine with us as we do not want to stuff ourselves.  I do miss stuffing on Thanksgiving.

As a treat we will have macaroni and cheese.

Just wife Sandy and me today.

Also Chester.
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Post by: Jane on November 23, 2017, 09:59:19 AM
When we moved to Ashland Keith decided he wanted to switch sides with me.  After all those years it felt odd but it worked. In this house I decided to stay on the same side.  Away from home we pick which side we sleep on depending on the room. 
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Post by: Jane on November 23, 2017, 10:01:15 AM
Bruce, the photos of your new home are very nice.
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Post by: Druxy on November 23, 2017, 10:01:24 AM
Free HBO this weekend.  I've already set about 10-12 movies to record.

Also, the 10th episode of WESTWORLD, which I missed last year.
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Post by: elmore3003 on November 23, 2017, 10:01:51 AM
Happy Thanksgiving, GOP!
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Post by: Jane on November 23, 2017, 10:02:01 AM
I am thankful to BE ALIVE!

And I am grateful to know that you are still with us!

I will second this!
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Post by: Jane on November 23, 2017, 10:04:47 AM
This morning I am thankful we are back online and that the fog lifted so I can see the river.
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Post by: John G. on November 23, 2017, 10:05:29 AM
Good afternoon, all.
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Post by: John G. on November 23, 2017, 10:05:48 AM
I’m thankful the site is up and running.
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Post by: John G. on November 23, 2017, 10:06:01 AM
Happy Thanksgiving! 
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Post by: John G. on November 23, 2017, 10:06:34 AM
I am thankful to BE ALIVE!

And I am grateful to know that you are still with us!

I will second this!

I’m very thankful for this, too.
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Post by: John G. on November 23, 2017, 10:07:58 AM
I just had to turn the heat on for the first time since last winter. I’m thankful that it’s working.
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Post by: John G. on November 23, 2017, 10:08:27 AM
Now, off to a shower before making my crab dip.
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Post by: Jane on November 23, 2017, 10:09:47 AM
I just had to turn the heat on for the first time since last winter. I’m thankful that it’s working.

That is something to be thankful for.  We have been without heat in the cold of winter far too many times to count.
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Post by: Jane on November 23, 2017, 11:00:15 AM
I am very grateful that 8 years ago today I had an excellent surgeon.  I just wish the pain in my shoulder didn't keep reminding me of this fact ;D
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Post by: TCB on November 23, 2017, 11:10:07 AM
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Post by: TCB on November 23, 2017, 11:10:59 AM
I am thankful to BE ALIVE!


We are very thankful for that, as well.
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Post by: bk on November 23, 2017, 11:50:28 AM
I'm up, I'm up - ten hours of needed sleep.
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Post by: bk on November 23, 2017, 11:50:57 AM
I guess I missed the down time, but I've written a text about it.
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Post by: Jane on November 23, 2017, 11:52:34 AM
Twice as much sleep as I had.
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Post by: Jrand73 on November 23, 2017, 12:07:15 PM
Thank you DR ELMORE, DR JANE, DR JOHN G, and DR TCB and ALL the folks here at HHW including of course our Fearless Leader MR BK for all the vibes and thoughts and prayers - a vital component in my getting through and recovery....
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Post by: Jane on November 23, 2017, 12:08:57 PM
Sending more vibes you keep improving!
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Post by: Jane on November 23, 2017, 12:10:18 PM
Yesterday I purchased a small cup of Haagen Dazs ice cream to eat on the way home.  It was delicious and I want more.

"a creamy blend of caramel ice cream and rich caramel swirls with the sweet crunch of chocolaty cone pieces to create a sweet, harmonious bite."

(https://www.haagendazs.us/sites/default/files/flavors/fl_icecream_caramelcone_hero.jpg)
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Post by: elmore3003 on November 23, 2017, 12:17:29 PM
In around 15 minutes I will head out for my Thanksgiving celebration.
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Post by: bk on November 23, 2017, 12:21:02 PM
I finally got a good response from the company that host our site - we've been trouble-free for over eighteen months, but in the past three weeks we've had five or six episodes of down time - he's very unhappy about it and is going to meet with the data center on Monday to see why they're suddenly having issues.
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Post by: Jrand73 on November 23, 2017, 12:21:06 PM
Have fun DR ELMORE.  Thanks DR JANE.

I blame DR JOSE for the outage this morning....DR JMK tried to take the blame on FaceBook, but I think we ALL know where it lies.....

(https://scontent.ford1-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t31.0-8/19222827_10211711100266851_4332292275764584432_o.jpg?oh=64ce8db0c83cc3922e5d0d351e5afc9a&oe=5A9DE99B)
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Post by: bk on November 23, 2017, 12:24:31 PM
I blame Jose for everything.  And JMK.  And everyone else who has left us.  I blame them and I shame them and I Mame them.
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Post by: FJL on November 23, 2017, 12:32:57 PM
Thank you DR ELMORE, DR JANE, DR JOHN G, and DR TCB and ALL the folks here at HHW including of course our Fearless Leader MR BK for all the vibes and thoughts and prayers - a vital component in my getting through and recovery....


As our Prez would say:  I want to be thanked, too!  :)

Seriously, Jrand, I'm also thankful for your being here, always!!!
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Post by: FJL on November 23, 2017, 12:38:04 PM
On CNN, many of the correspondent seem to be skyping in from their homes today rather than being in a studio, or from wherever they're celebrating.  Very interesting to see glimpses of the various homes. 
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Post by: Jane on November 23, 2017, 12:43:18 PM
I finally got a good response from the company that host our site - we've been trouble-free for over eighteen months, but in the past three weeks we've had five or six episodes of down time - he's very unhappy about it and is going to meet with the data center on Monday to see why they're suddenly having issues.

I am pleasantly surprised you received a response today.
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Post by: Jane on November 23, 2017, 12:43:50 PM
Have fun DR ELMORE.  Thanks DR JANE.

I blame DR JOSE for the outage this morning....DR JMK tried to take the blame on FaceBook, but I think we ALL know where it lies.....


;D :)
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Post by: Jane on November 23, 2017, 12:44:41 PM
On CNN, many of the correspondent seem to be skyping in from their homes today rather than being in a studio, or from wherever they're celebrating.  Very interesting to see glimpses of the various homes. 

Interesting, and nice they can be home today.
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Post by: Jeanne on November 23, 2017, 01:04:20 PM
Hello, everyone.
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Post by: Jeanne on November 23, 2017, 01:04:35 PM
HAPPY TURKEY DAY!
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Post by: Jeanne on November 23, 2017, 01:06:28 PM
Thank you DR ELMORE, DR JANE, DR JOHN G, and DR TCB and ALL the folks here at HHW including of course our Fearless Leader MR BK for all the vibes and thoughts and prayers - a vital component in my getting through and recovery....

Jrand, it wouldn't be the same here without you. Keep up the good work!
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Post by: Jeanne on November 23, 2017, 01:08:55 PM
Yesterday I purchased a small cup of Haagen Dazs ice cream to eat on the way home.  It was delicious and I want more.

"a creamy blend of caramel ice cream and rich caramel swirls with the sweet crunch of chocolaty cone pieces to create a sweet, harmonious bite."

(https://www.haagendazs.us/sites/default/files/flavors/fl_icecream_caramelcone_hero.jpg)

I would love that. Trader Joe's has, under their own name, a mix of chocolate and vanilla (my favorite flavors) that has a swirl of caramel. To die for! I had been really good about staying away from sweets for about two years until I discovered this. Now I'm addicted.
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Post by: Jeanne on November 23, 2017, 01:11:23 PM
DR Laura, thanks for you post about your Turkey Scramble. I don't usually eat turkey, but I think the concept can be applied to other foods. I love soup and am used to a plant-based diet, so that helps.
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Post by: Jeanne on November 23, 2017, 01:16:21 PM
I am very grateful that 8 years ago today I had an excellent surgeon.  I just wish the pain in my shoulder didn't keep reminding me of this fact ;D

Jane, my favorite pain killer these days is Herbalgesic by Professional Formulas.

https://www.pureformulas.com/herbalgesic-90-capsules-by-professional-formulas.html

I've taken it daily for maybe a year with no problems at all--and I have a sensitive tummy.
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Post by: Jeanne on November 23, 2017, 01:18:15 PM
I'll be watching A PLACE TO CALL HOME later, but will only make very general, nonrevealing comments.
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Post by: Jeanne on November 23, 2017, 01:18:24 PM
Have a relaxing and enjoyable day, everyone.

TTFN.
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Post by: Jane on November 23, 2017, 01:34:20 PM
Thanks about the pain killer suggestion Jeanne, nothing will work on my shoulder where the implant is.  All I can do is stretches and motion for it.
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Post by: Jane on November 23, 2017, 01:34:46 PM
Next time I am at Trader Joe's I will look for that ice cream, it sounds yummy.
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Post by: Druxy on November 23, 2017, 01:56:45 PM
HBO is free this weekend.

Been watching the new season of CURB YOUR ENTHUSIASM.

LOL funny.
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Post by: vixmom on November 23, 2017, 02:09:39 PM
I too am glad that you took the necessary medical steps when you did Jack and very thankful you will be part of Partay for years to come!!!
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Post by: Jeanne on November 23, 2017, 02:44:22 PM
Who's Pat Tay?

Am I on the wrong site? I thought I logged onto HHW.
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Post by: Jrand73 on November 23, 2017, 03:12:10 PM
Thanks DR FJL, DR VIXMOM, and DR JEANNE....I would be remiss if I didn't mention you all.....and all of you wonderful people out there in the dark.............

Tuesday will tell the tale....
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Post by: Jrand73 on November 23, 2017, 03:14:20 PM
Page Four Hot Dog Dance.

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Post by: Jane on November 23, 2017, 04:14:48 PM
Fingers crossed and mega vibes for Tuesday.
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Post by: Jrand73 on November 23, 2017, 04:42:34 PM
Thanks DR JANE.....everything is crossed for sure!  LOL
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Post by: Jane on November 23, 2017, 05:23:06 PM
Toes, legs, arms too :)
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Post by: vixmom on November 23, 2017, 05:24:03 PM
Who's Pat Tay?

Am I on the wrong site? I thought I logged onto HHW.


Hmmm. What?  I have no idea to what you may be referring....

 ::) ;)
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Post by: vixmom on November 23, 2017, 05:25:16 PM
Page Four Hot Dog Dance.

(http://8exll2rwl8l1f2ayejq2l9yh.wpengine.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/all-beef-dog-and-regular-dog.png)


They're doing it wrong. Where's the sauerkraut and brown mustard?
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Post by: vixmom on November 23, 2017, 05:26:07 PM
Toes, legs, arms too :)

Head shoulders knees and toes
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Post by: vixmom on November 23, 2017, 05:26:17 PM
Knees and toes!!
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Post by: vixmom on November 23, 2017, 05:26:31 PM
There was wine at dinner
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Post by: vixmom on November 23, 2017, 05:26:40 PM
It was nice
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Post by: Jane on November 23, 2017, 05:28:02 PM
LOL, I was wondering how one crosses their shoulders.
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Post by: Laura on November 23, 2017, 05:42:50 PM
I just had to turn the heat on for the first time since last winter. I’m thankful that it’s working.

I turned on the air conditioner. It was 84 in the house.
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Post by: Laura on November 23, 2017, 05:46:00 PM
Add me to the people grateful you are still here, JRand.
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Post by: Laura on November 23, 2017, 05:47:22 PM
John G., the roaster blew a fuse.
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Post by: Laura on November 23, 2017, 05:48:18 PM
I am tired. I have such a small kitchen. No kitchen today would be designed like they were 50 years ago. Fixing a big meal in such a small kitchen is difficult.
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Post by: Ginny on November 23, 2017, 06:03:11 PM
I am thankful to BE ALIVE!

I am thankful that you have that to be thankful for!
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Post by: Ginny on November 23, 2017, 06:06:52 PM
We have returned from a lovely Thanksgiving Day at Laura’s.  In addition to us and her parents, we were joined by her friends Sue and Larry, their son Michael, and his 17-year-old twins, Will and Isabella. 
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Post by: elmore3003 on November 23, 2017, 06:11:42 PM
I just got in from a wonderful day with my friend and colleague Jason, his partner Mario, and their guests Peter, Fred, Rozeanne, and Rollie.  The dinner was really wonderful and the conversation lively and scintillating.
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Post by: elmore3003 on November 23, 2017, 06:12:23 PM
Annabelle and Thatch are alive  - no violence in my absence -and they seem to have enjoyed their dinner of duck and tuna.
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Post by: Laura on November 23, 2017, 06:13:03 PM
Glad everyone survived, Elmore.
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Post by: Laura on November 23, 2017, 06:13:23 PM
I don't know how my mom did this. She did it until she was about 80.
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Post by: vixmom on November 23, 2017, 06:14:54 PM
Did Wae Ling help cook?
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Post by: vixmom on November 23, 2017, 06:17:01 PM
We went to my brothers as per usual.  Present were my Mom and Vixdad, my SIL,her parents and her sister and brother and her best friend, her husband and her 20 year old daughter
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Post by: Laura on November 23, 2017, 06:20:17 PM
She did some. The turkey was about to come out of the oven, but she shaped the rolls, mixed the corn casserole, and made the gravy. She ate with us, then I took her home to have dinner with her dad, sister, and grandma.

She had never had ham. She liked it, but really liked the dark meat turkey and stuffing and gravy.
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Post by: Laura on November 23, 2017, 06:21:14 PM
Now I am going to have a drink.

Of water. A nice big glass of water.
Title: Re: GIVING THANKS ON THANKSGIVING
Post by: vixmom on November 23, 2017, 06:28:40 PM
Everybody  brought something

There was

2 turkeys. The '"regular" turkey for everyone and the halal turkey for my SIL's BIL who is a practicing Muslim (he's Turkish)

2 types of gravy (regular and halal)

2 types of stuffing (sausage  and bread/cranberry )

Mashed potatoes (with French onion butter and sour cream whipped in)

Sherry/butter/garlic mushrooms

Cauliflower casserole

Roasted Brussels sprouts

Green bean casserole (with cream of mushroom soup and those fried onions things on top)

Spanakopia

Yams ( my SIL slices them into little circles and roasts them..)

Mashed turnips

Dessert was chocolate pudding with fresh whipped cream

Mixed berry pie with vanilla ice cream

Chocolate cornucopia with fancy bakery cookies


Title: Re: GIVING THANKS ON THANKSGIVING
Post by: vixmom on November 23, 2017, 06:29:30 PM
She did some. The turkey was about to come out of the oven, but she shaped the rolls, mixed the corn casserole, and made the gravy. She ate with us, then I took her home to have dinner with her dad, sister, and grandma.

She had never had ham. She liked it, but really liked the dark meat turkey and stuffing and gravy.

I am so glad you have each other
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Post by: vixmom on November 23, 2017, 06:30:16 PM
Oh corn, there was corn as well ( during dinner, not dessert you understand)
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Post by: vixmom on November 23, 2017, 06:30:40 PM
And asparagus

And dinner rolls
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Post by: vixmom on November 23, 2017, 06:30:47 PM
And wine
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Post by: Laura on November 23, 2017, 06:31:04 PM
I am, too.
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Post by: vixmom on November 23, 2017, 06:31:43 PM
Pindar spring splendor     A Long Island grown wine withcranberry overtones

https://www.google.com/search?q=pindar+summer+splendor&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8&hl=en-us&client=safari#imgrc=DBCqxehNpkvp0M: (https://www.google.com/search?q=pindar+summer+splendor&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8&hl=en-us&client=safari#imgrc=DBCqxehNpkvp0M:)
Title: Re: GIVING THANKS ON THANKSGIVING
Post by: Jane on November 23, 2017, 06:32:19 PM
We went to my brothers as per usual.  Present were my Mom and Vixdad, my SIL,her parents and her sister and brother and her best friend, her husband and her 20 year old daughter

No one was sick this year?
Title: Re: GIVING THANKS ON THANKSGIVING
Post by: Jane on November 23, 2017, 06:32:56 PM
She did some. The turkey was about to come out of the oven, but she shaped the rolls, mixed the corn casserole, and made the gravy. She ate with us, then I took her home to have dinner with her dad, sister, and grandma.

She had never had ham. She liked it, but really liked the dark meat turkey and stuffing and gravy.

It is sweet she had to family dinners.
Title: Re: GIVING THANKS ON THANKSGIVING
Post by: vixmom on November 23, 2017, 06:36:00 PM
We went to my brothers as per usual.  Present were my Mom and Vixdad, my SIL,her parents and her sister and brother and her best friend, her husband and her 20 year old daughter



No one was sick this year?


Not as overtly as usual but we still said no thank you to leftovers and are taking sambucol as a precautionary measure
Title: Re: GIVING THANKS ON THANKSGIVING
Post by: Laura on November 23, 2017, 06:36:25 PM
There was some funeral potatoes and corn pudding that wouldn't fit into my casserole dishes, so I used some small dishes and sent them home for Mae-Ling.

Mae-Ling hasn't eaten meat since she and Wae-Ling were at my house years ago helping to stuff the turkey. Mae-Ling thought sticking your hand into the turkey to get the giblets and neck was the grossest thing -- Wae-Ling thought it was the best part of Thanksgiving.
Title: Re: GIVING THANKS ON THANKSGIVING
Post by: vixmom on November 23, 2017, 06:38:11 PM
I just had to turn the heat on for the first time since last winter. I’m thankful that it’s working.

I turned on the air conditioner. It was 84 in the house.

We used the car as a refrigerator for leftovers it's about 30 out there
Title: Re: GIVING THANKS ON THANKSGIVING
Post by: Laura on November 23, 2017, 06:41:57 PM
I put the dough on the patio to rise. It was about 90 out there.
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Post by: vixmom on November 23, 2017, 06:42:50 PM
Laura, most people start with a cup of sugar or an egg and work their way up
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Post by: vixmom on November 23, 2017, 06:43:36 PM
Tomorrow the office is closed
Title: Re: GIVING THANKS ON THANKSGIVING
Post by: vixmom on November 23, 2017, 06:44:25 PM
I however volunteered to do a closing  in Brooklyn at 10 am
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Post by: vixmom on November 23, 2017, 06:44:36 PM
That should be a fun drive
Title: Re: GIVING THANKS ON THANKSGIVING
Post by: Jane on November 23, 2017, 06:50:58 PM
We went to my brothers as per usual.  Present were my Mom and Vixdad, my SIL,her parents and her sister and brother and her best friend, her husband and her 20 year old daughter



No one was sick this year?


Not as overtly as usual but we still said no thank you to leftovers and are taking sambucol as a precautionary measure

;D

STAY WELL VIBES.
Title: Re: GIVING THANKS ON THANKSGIVING
Post by: Jane on November 23, 2017, 06:52:42 PM
""Hello. I live next door. I need to borrow a man."

                                 --Me, unable to open a jar and expecting my neighbor to answer, not some random family member"

:D
Title: Re: GIVING THANKS ON THANKSGIVING
Post by: John G. on November 23, 2017, 06:54:51 PM
I blame Jose for everything.  And JMK.  And everyone else who has left us.  I blame them and I shame them and I Mame them.

But would you frame them? Or claim them?
Title: Re: GIVING THANKS ON THANKSGIVING
Post by: John G. on November 23, 2017, 06:59:38 PM
Annabelle and Thatch are alive  - no violence in my absence -and they seem to have enjoyed their dinner of duck and tuna.
Duck and tuna sounds like a fine dinner to me.
Title: Re: GIVING THANKS ON THANKSGIVING
Post by: John G. on November 23, 2017, 07:00:52 PM
John G., the roaster blew a fuse.

That’s when you light up the grill.
Title: Re: GIVING THANKS ON THANKSGIVING
Post by: John G. on November 23, 2017, 07:02:39 PM
We had smoked pork butt, crab dip, baked pears, green beans with garlic and homemade bread. Desserts included chocolate ganache tart with raspberries and pumpkin pie.
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Post by: John G. on November 23, 2017, 07:03:06 PM
And five bottles of wine for four people.
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Post by: John G. on November 23, 2017, 07:04:45 PM
Vixmom, I want some of the spanakopita.
Title: Re: GIVING THANKS ON THANKSGIVING
Post by: elmore3003 on November 23, 2017, 07:08:40 PM
Just now, Annabelle jumped into the cage, pinned Thatch down and cleaned him.  She wants a baby.  I'm not sure he wants a mother.
Title: Re: GIVING THANKS ON THANKSGIVING
Post by: vixmom on November 23, 2017, 07:26:00 PM
Hey I just realized there was no cranberry sauce!   I demand a do over
Title: Re: GIVING THANKS ON THANKSGIVING
Post by: vixmom on November 23, 2017, 07:27:33 PM
Just now, Annabelle jumped into the cage, pinned Thatch down and cleaned him.  She wants a baby.  I'm not sure he wants a mother.

Did she have a litter that was taken from her?
Title: Re: GIVING THANKS ON THANKSGIVING
Post by: vixmom on November 23, 2017, 07:28:05 PM
John your wine to diner ratio sounds about right
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Post by: vixmom on November 23, 2017, 07:28:32 PM
And your desserts sound fancy
Title: Re: GIVING THANKS ON THANKSGIVING
Post by: vixmom on November 23, 2017, 07:29:10 PM
Do you have a recipe  for the baked pears? 
Title: Re: GIVING THANKS ON THANKSGIVING
Post by: vixmom on November 23, 2017, 07:30:11 PM
The Vixter and her BF called between dinner and dessert when she arrived home from work
Title: Re: GIVING THANKS ON THANKSGIVING
Post by: John G. on November 23, 2017, 07:33:48 PM
Do you have a recipe  for the baked pears? 

I’ll ask. I think they were just halved and cored, then baked with a little butter on them.
Title: Re: GIVING THANKS ON THANKSGIVING
Post by: John G. on November 23, 2017, 07:45:25 PM
Let’s move on.
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Post by: John G. on November 23, 2017, 07:45:35 PM
Six!
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Post by: John G. on November 23, 2017, 07:53:52 PM
Twenty-five minutes left in I Am Curious Blue — and I want it to end. It’s good, but it’s just too long.
Title: Re: GIVING THANKS ON THANKSGIVING
Post by: vixmom on November 23, 2017, 07:54:58 PM
Do you have a recipe  for the baked pears? 

I’ll ask. I think they were just halved and cored, then baked with a little butter on them.

I have never had baked pears but I like the idea of them
Title: Re: GIVING THANKS ON THANKSGIVING
Post by: bk on November 23, 2017, 08:37:49 PM
Back from a nice, cozy Thanksgiving meal at the  Pearl's.  I didn't overeat, I must say, not in my usual way.
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Post by: bk on November 23, 2017, 08:38:45 PM
Page six?  Really?
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Post by: vixmom on November 23, 2017, 08:41:14 PM
Well I have a drive in the morning;  I must purchase gasoline for my automobile prior to the journey and I trust parking in Brooklyn on Black Friday will be hellish so I must get some sleep as I must make an early start
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Post by: vixmom on November 23, 2017, 08:41:29 PM
Good night all
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Post by: bk on November 23, 2017, 08:41:30 PM
Finished Stranger Things 2 this afternoon.  Episode seven was one of the single worst waste of times ever - I guess it's a "thing" now to have one episode where all new characters show up for just that episode, never to be seen or heard from again - it was TERRIBLE.  And then the final two episodes were just typical wind-up - using every 80s cliche imaginable, from Spielberg, to Stephen King, to The Goonies, to John Carpenter and Brian de Palma, to John Hughes.  But then I saw a little interview with its creators and after seeing them you know exactly everything you need to know.
Title: Re: GIVING THANKS ON THANKSGIVING
Post by: John G. on November 23, 2017, 09:12:48 PM
Good night, all.
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Post by: Jane on November 23, 2017, 10:24:56 PM
We watched the delightful CHRISTMAS IN CONNECTICUT tonight.  Keith said he had never seen it,
Title: Re: GIVING THANKS ON THANKSGIVING
Post by: George on November 23, 2017, 10:51:08 PM
I am thankful to BE ALIVE!

And I am grateful to know that you are still with us!

I will second this!

Third!!
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Post by: George on November 23, 2017, 11:01:10 PM
I’m thankful the site is up and running.

Ditto!
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Post by: George on November 23, 2017, 11:01:31 PM
Yesterday I purchased a small cup of Haagen Dazs ice cream to eat on the way home.  It was delicious and I want more.

"a creamy blend of caramel ice cream and rich caramel swirls with the sweet crunch of chocolaty cone pieces to create a sweet, harmonious bite."

(https://www.haagendazs.us/sites/default/files/flavors/fl_icecream_caramelcone_hero.jpg)

I would love that. Trader Joe's has, under their own name, a mix of chocolate and vanilla (my favorite flavors) that has a swirl of caramel. To die for! I had been really good about staying away from sweets for about two years until I discovered this. Now I'm addicted.

Those both sound sooooooo good!
Title: Re: GIVING THANKS ON THANKSGIVING
Post by: George on November 23, 2017, 11:02:28 PM
Annabelle and Thatch are alive  - no violence in my absence -and they seem to have enjoyed their dinner of duck and tuna.

Nice!  I got some cat food with duck and some with tuna.  Neve hasn't really loved them.
Title: Re: GIVING THANKS ON THANKSGIVING
Post by: George on November 23, 2017, 11:14:37 PM
Dinner at my parents' consisted of turkey, meatloaf (I've never liked turkey), vegan field roast (for my sister and niece), mashed potatoes, sweet potatoes, au gratin potatoes, au gratin cauliflower (that's what my mom called it, although it seemed more like creamed cauliflower), stuffing, corn pudding, and for dessert, pumpkin cheesecake and coconut cream pie. :D
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Post by: George on November 23, 2017, 11:14:53 PM
I'm sure that there was more, but I don't remember the rest.
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Post by: George on November 23, 2017, 11:18:20 PM
We played two games of Phase 10.  Yet again, I lost both games. ::)

;)
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Post by: TCB on November 23, 2017, 11:43:55 PM
Good evening.
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Post by: TCB on November 23, 2017, 11:51:30 PM
The end of Turkey Day.
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Post by: TCB on November 23, 2017, 11:52:01 PM
Hi, George.
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Post by: George on November 24, 2017, 12:00:53 AM
Hi, Tom.
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Post by: George on November 24, 2017, 12:01:32 AM
How was your day?
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Post by: George on November 24, 2017, 12:04:04 AM
I...
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Post by: George on November 24, 2017, 12:04:16 AM
...wonder...
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Post by: George on November 24, 2017, 12:04:38 AM
...if...
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Post by: George on November 24, 2017, 12:04:46 AM
...we...
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Post by: George on November 24, 2017, 12:04:55 AM
...can...
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Post by: George on November 24, 2017, 12:05:08 AM
...make...
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Post by: George on November 24, 2017, 12:05:16 AM
...it...
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Post by: George on November 24, 2017, 12:05:25 AM
...to the...
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Post by: George on November 24, 2017, 12:05:47 AM
PAGE SEVEN DANCE!!
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Post by: TCB on November 24, 2017, 12:22:49 AM
#181