i love having a dog around.
I was pleasantly surprised to find my normal seasonal allergies were absent in California. Frankly, I don't even remember if I was bothered much by that kind of thing when living out there. But then yesterday morning, by the time I was in the airport terminal, I noticed my nose and eyes running like a gazelle. A simple Benadryl would have taken care of it, and even helped me nap better on the plane, but I thought of that too late. Maybe it was the lack of sleep more than actual allergies, because I feel fine today.Maybe all that recycled air on the plane had something to do with it.
DR Elmore, THANK YOU for the surprise package!
Can't wait to get into that JUBILEE...
and DR Elmore also sent along an extra copy of Huxley's "The Devils of Loudun". Much appreciated, sir!
And the word of the day is: TERATOID!
This is a great article by the judge I appear before a lot
http://www.thenation.com/article/170815/how-mandatory-minimums-forced-me-send-more-1000-nonviolent-drug-offenders-federal-pri
But the party across the street is going strong and the noise is quite obnoxious, but then so are the people who live there. It would seem they did all this work on their house just so they could have this party. In fact, the house was painted TODAY - I mean, the paint isn't even dry.
The actual Annette house is across the street to the west - I'm the northeast corner house, she was the northwest corner house. Her daughter lives across the street but is the southeast corner house.
i love having a dog around.
Good morning, all! I slept very late, and my shoulder is indeed better today. Last night, before I went to bed, I took a muscle relaxor and industrial strength ibuprofen. Once I passed out, I slept quite nicely.
I am out of coffee! I am not happy about such news, and a bit angry at myself for not checking stock yesterday when I finished what was in thefridge. So, i have to go out and I'd rather stay in.
I am debating a trek to Toyland, but I think I will stay here and try to tidy this mess. I will be glad when this new refrigertor is delivered, since a lot of the mess is frm the kitchen area.
Governor Cuomo has announced that the MTA will begin a shutdown of the subway and commuter rail service in New York City beginning at 7pm tonight. Some news sites are saying there will then be no service until sometime Wednesday.
Here's the official notice:
NYC To Close Transit System
The MTA has been directed by Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to begin an orderly shutdown and suspension of all subway, bus and commuter railroad service at 7 p.m. Sunday. The decision was made to protect customers, employees and equipment from the wrath of Hurricane Sandy as the strong storm continues its march up the east coast. MTA Chairman and CEO Joseph J. Lhota announced that service on NYC Transit subways will be curtailed beginning at 7 p.m., and the bus network within the following two hours. Long Island Rail Road and Metro-North Railroad will start their finals trains by 7 p.m. from terminal locations. Subway and rail road stations will be closed after the last trains pass through stations. Outbound Access-A-Ride trips are being scheduled only until 12 p.m. today, and return trips will continue until 5 p.m. Any previously scheduled trips after that time, including subscription trips, are canceled. Customers are advised to adjust their plans and travel early in the day as possible and not wait until the last train or bus. Anyone who does not leave for their destination before 7 p.m. runs the risk of being stranded when service is suspended.
Long Island Rail Road and Metro-North will also suspend service at 7pm. Bridges and tunnels will remain open tonight unless wind speeds exceed 50 mph. The PATH system has not yet made any closure announcement.
Winter time has started so all the clocks have gone back an hour - or at least they would if I could figure how to change the time on my digital watch. At least the mornings will be lighter for a time. I hate getting up in the dark.
I was pleasantly surprised to find my normal seasonal allergies were absent in California. Frankly, I don't even remember if I was bothered much by that kind of thing when living out there. But then yesterday morning, by the time I was in the airport terminal, I noticed my nose and eyes running like a gazelle. A simple Benadryl would have taken care of it, and even helped me nap better on the plane, but I thought of that too late. Maybe it was the lack of sleep more than actual allergies, because I feel fine today.Maybe all that recycled air on the plane had something to do with it.
Discovered this morning that the cat sitter ran the washer and dryer. I can't figure out what she washed and dried unless it was the towels she certainly didn't wash my clothes. i can tell because she used different settings than i use. Bizarre
Discovered this morning that the cat sitter ran the washer and dryer. I can't figure out what she washed and dried unless it was the towels she certainly didn't wash my clothes. i can tell because she used different settings than i use. Bizarre
Chances are she washed her own clothes.
No comment, DR JRand...Thank you. I'm trying to refrain, so I'll just follow your lead.
No comment, DR JRand...Thank you. I'm trying to refrain, so I'll just follow your lead.
Well, the Benedryl has its hold on my system. Very sluggish today. Not getting any work done. And that's a good thing. But I have been invited to a pig roast tonight and am afraid I won't be able to enjoy any of the wine.
OMG.....I think that is a DR VIXMOM doppelganger sitting at that table on the right.....I never noticed her before.
sorry I have been busy the past few days
I kept coming i to to check in but been so tired that I kept dozing off while I was reading
If it's not raining and windy I will go to the office, turn on my computer and then come back home and do some work. Since we are officially closed they won't want us in the office but I can go in for a few minutes to turn on my computer so I can use Remote Desktop and get some work done. If I don't do that we have more trouble than we already have.
sorry I have been busy the past few days
I kept coming i to to check in but been so tired that I kept dozing off while I was reading
It takes many, many hours to close down the transit system. If they waited until some time tomorrow they might not get the trains to higher ground and some of them might have to travel in high winds and pouring rain. All the vehicles have to be moved from regular stations and train yards (train yards are in very low lying ground) so if there is flooding the equipment won't be affected. The trains can get wet but if the stations begin to flood or if the train yards flood the trains will be useless.
Yes, they set that up after 9/11
DR TCB I hope your break from therapy makes you feel better.
sorry I have been busy the past few days
I kept coming i to to check in but been so tired that I kept dozing off while I was reading
Check for water in your basement.
sorry I have been busy the past few days
I kept coming i to to check in but been so tired that I kept dozing off while I was reading
Forget reading the next couple of days. We just want to know how you are. Is your office closed tomorrow?
DR Vixmom what county are you in?
sorry I have been busy the past few days
I kept coming i to to check in but been so tired that I kept dozing off while I was reading
Forget reading the next couple of days. We just want to know how you are. Is your office closed tomorrow?
Saw Ms. Streisand Friday night at the United Center in Chicago. Great show! She's changing the song lineup from city to city. She opened with "On a Clear Day," --it was the first time she sang that song during this tour.
sorry I have been busy the past few days
I kept coming i to to check in but been so tired that I kept dozing off while I was reading
Forget reading the next couple of days. We just want to know how you are. Is your office closed tomorrow?
I just hope we don't lose electricity for a week again
with Irene at least it was summer so the days were longer and it was warmer - no electric with short days and lower temperatures will not be fun
I could have sworn that everything I've read heretofore said the storm was coming today. What, did they realize that wasn't happening and then change their predictions, or did I just mis-read it?
Apparently Con Edison is shutting down steam service tonight which means no heat or hot water. It is a precaution as
cold flood water on steam pipes can damage the system.
Tonight is football and hotdogs with the boyfriend and his 2 kids.
Last night was football in Santa Barbara, their team lost.
The drive home from Santa Barbara is really nice.
Apparently Con Edison is shutting down steam service tonight which means no heat or hot water. It is a precaution as
cold flood water on steam pipes can damage the system.
I saw that DR Julie mentioned that - we are not affected by that fortunatley
I could have sworn that everything I've read heretofore said the storm was coming today. What, did they realize that wasn't happening and then change their predictions, or did I just mis-read it?
DR Cilla I'm glad Boo isn't limping anymore.
Discovered this morning that the cat sitter ran the washer and dryer. I can't figure out what she washed and dried unless it was the towels she certainly didn't wash my clothes. i can tell because she used different settings than i use. Bizarre
Chances are she washed her own clothes.
Discovered this morning that the cat sitter ran the washer and dryer. I can't figure out what she washed and dried unless it was the towels she certainly didn't wash my clothes. i can tell because she used different settings than i use. Bizarre
Chances are she washed her own clothes.
I agree and I don't trust her...
Apparently Con Edison is shutting down steam service tonight which means no heat or hot water. It is a precaution as
cold flood water on steam pipes can damage the system.
I saw that DR Julie mentioned that - we are not affected by that fortunatley
Good. Do I remember correctly that you have a sump pump in your basement? Will it work without electricity?
Apparently Con Edison is shutting down steam service tonight which means no heat or hot water. It is a precaution as
cold flood water on steam pipes can damage the system.
I saw that DR Julie mentioned that - we are not affected by that fortunatley
Good. Do I remember correctly that you have a sump pump in your basement? Will it work without electricity?
no we just have a wet dry vac which of course is dependent on electricity = last storm the biggest portion was scooped up in buckets and carried out the Vixter and I sopped up the water with towels, rung them out into buckets and carried that up the stairs and out
Discovered this morning that the cat sitter ran the washer and dryer. I can't figure out what she washed and dried unless it was the towels she certainly didn't wash my clothes. i can tell because she used different settings than i use. Bizarre
Chances are she washed her own clothes.
No, I don't think so, she only lives about 10 blocks from here and has her own washer and dryer in her house. She lives in a cool old house. I think she washed the towels she stacked down the basement, but from the lint trap on the dryer it was more than that. I keep wondering if something happened and made a big mess so she cleaned it up
sorry I have been busy the past few days
I kept coming i to to check in but been so tired that I kept dozing off while I was reading
Forget reading the next couple of days. We just want to know how you are. Is your office closed tomorrow?
Nope - not at the moment - we have a busy day tomorrow although I do not doubt that all of our closings will be cancelled
Our boss went away for the weekend so I doubt we are going to hear anything from him ...
Hello. I'm back from Chicago just in time for the big storm. I was actually going to go to NYC tomorrow to see a certain singer at "54 Below," but I changed my flight and flew directly to DC. It turns out that Mr. Barrett's concert has been cancelled after all.
I could have sworn that everything I've read heretofore said the storm was coming today. What, did they realize that wasn't happening and then change their predictions, or did I just mis-read it?
There are people who love the vets in town we have left and a few who have left the vet we love. You keep on top of the decisions your vet makes which is better than most people do.
I prefer a vet closer to home. At least if you don't care for the new vet or feel the need for a 2nd opinion you have a vet you like.
Good luck with the leads.
sorry I have been busy the past few days
I kept coming i to to check in but been so tired that I kept dozing off while I was reading
Forget reading the next couple of days. We just want to know how you are. Is your office closed tomorrow?
Nope - not at the moment - we have a busy day tomorrow although I do not doubt that all of our closings will be cancelled
Our boss went away for the weekend so I doubt we are going to hear anything from him ...
So the entire East Coast is closing down, except for Vixmom's office!
sorry I have been busy the past few days
I kept coming i to to check in but been so tired that I kept dozing off while I was reading
Forget reading the next couple of days. We just want to know how you are. Is your office closed tomorrow?
Nope - not at the moment - we have a busy day tomorrow although I do not doubt that all of our closings will be cancelled
Our boss went away for the weekend so I doubt we are going to hear anything from him ...
So the entire East Coast is closing down, except for Vixmom's office!
I don't expect anyone is surprised
I just want to say, here and now, I am not going to make up all the posts for those people who don't have power for the next several days.
Hi everyone. Been E&T this weekend. Just got in from a few days in Lake Tahoe. We had a great time. We saw Leon Russell in concert last night. Here is a little review:
eon Russell Concert Update - Leon was quite amazing. By no means, an entertainer, but an amazing musician. He had a four piece band including him on keyboard, and they had a great sound. Unfortunately, the sound wasn't mixed well, and on top of Leon Russell's sometimes un-intelligible vocals, it was hard to understand a word. But his music was fantastic. He did a small set with just him, and I understood everything he sang. He sang "A Song for You", and that was good enough for me for the evening. He basically came out (with the aide of a cane), sat down and played for 90 minutes. Most of which, I assume was his own music, and he did way too my covers of other music for my taste.
Besides the mix not being great, I was not happy with the keyboard programmer or whoever that was in charge of Leon Russell's keyboard. The volume was way too high and the treble was out of control, even to the point of distortion. Also, the piano/string combination that he was using when he was do his solo stuff was both unnecessary and at some points, distracting.
I did run into one of the band members in the casino afterward and I shook his hand and told him what a great job he did (He played guitar, steel guitar, mandolin and keyboard - and all quite well!!) and I asked if they were on tour and he said they all travel together on the same bus and were leaving for Chicago at midnight. They are in the middle of a month long tour.
I'm always glad at the chance to see a legend, in whatever shape they are in. Sometimes, just to be in the same space as them is a satisfying thing. So, the concert was a success.
sorry I have been busy the past few days
I kept coming i to to check in but been so tired that I kept dozing off while I was reading
Forget reading the next couple of days. We just want to know how you are. Is your office closed tomorrow?
Nope - not at the moment - we have a busy day tomorrow although I do not doubt that all of our closings will be cancelled
Our boss went away for the weekend so I doubt we are going to hear anything from him ...
So the entire East Coast is closing down, except for Vixmom's office!
I just want to say, here and now, I am not going to make up all the posts for those people who don't have power for the next several days.
awwww c'mon... pleeeeeeeeease?
I just want to say, here and now, I am not going to make up all the posts for those people who don't have power for the next several days.
sorry I have been busy the past few days
I kept coming i to to check in but been so tired that I kept dozing off while I was reading
Forget reading the next couple of days. We just want to know how you are. Is your office closed tomorrow?
Nope - not at the moment - we have a busy day tomorrow although I do not doubt that all of our closings will be cancelled
Our boss went away for the weekend so I doubt we are going to hear anything from him ...
So the entire East Coast is closing down, except for Vixmom's office!
I don't expect anyone is surprised
I just want to say, here and now, I am not going to make up all the posts for those people who don't have power for the next several days.
awwww c'mon... pleeeeeeeeease?
Nope, Vixdad can ride the stationary bike while you post. If he gets tired, let the Vixter ride the bike.
I just want to say, here and now, I am not going to make up all the posts for those people who don't have power for the next several days.
awwww c'mon... pleeeeeeeeease?
Nope, Vixdad can ride the stationary bike while you post. If he gets tired, let the Vixter ride the bike.
I just want to say, here and now, I am not going to make up all the posts for those people who don't have power for the next several days.
awwww c'mon... pleeeeeeeeease?
Nope, Vixdad can ride the stationary bike while you post. If he gets tired, let the Vixter ride the bike.
sorry its in use as a coat rack
I just want to say, here and now, I am not going to make up all the posts for those people who don't have power for the next several days.
awwww c'mon... pleeeeeeeeease?
Nope, Vixdad can ride the stationary bike while you post. If he gets tired, let the Vixter ride the bike.
sorry its in use as a coat rack
Last time I called Elmore from the office and he let everyone know
DR Vixmom I just sent you a message.
There are people who love the vets in town we have left and a few who have left the vet we love. You keep on top of the decisions your vet makes which is better than most people do.
I prefer a vet closer to home. At least if you don't care for the new vet or feel the need for a 2nd opinion you have a vet you like.
Good luck with the leads.
I loved the vet I took Nicky to see. Unfortunately, Nicky does not agree.
Discovered this morning that the cat sitter ran the washer and dryer. I can't figure out what she washed and dried unless it was the towels she certainly didn't wash my clothes. i can tell because she used different settings than i use. Bizarre
Chances are she washed her own clothes.
I agree and I don't trust her...
We left the vet that sold his business to the vet we love. I'm sorry we took so long to try her. In-between we went to two different practices.
DR Cilla Do you have copies of their records to take to a new vet?
I don't have any messages, except bill collectors.
I do find it disturbing she washed towels, etc and did not tell you.
I know there was one time I sat for a dog and he soiled in the kitchen and the carpet and I cleaned and washed the throw rugs and towels I used. There was a horrid lightning and thunder storm and it scared the dog. I did not blame her and I let the owners know promptly. Matter of fact they were quite appreciative that I let them know.
I felt sorry for the dog. I gave him some TLC when I was cleaning.
I do find it disturbing she washed towels, etc and did not tell you.
I know there was one time I sat for a dog and he soiled in the kitchen and the carpet and I cleaned and washed the throw rugs and towels I used. There was a horrid lightning and thunder storm and it scared the dog. I did not blame her and I let the owners know promptly. Matter of fact they were quite appreciative that I let them know.
I felt sorry for the dog. I gave him some TLC when I was cleaning.
I do find it disturbing she washed towels, etc and did not tell you.
I know there was one time I sat for a dog and he soiled in the kitchen and the carpet and I cleaned and washed the throw rugs and towels I used. There was a horrid lightning and thunder storm and it scared the dog. I did not blame her and I let the owners know promptly. Matter of fact they were quite appreciative that I let them know.
I felt sorry for the dog. I gave him some TLC when I was cleaning.
Dakota, that's really the biggest problem. She didn't let me know anything was wrong and in fact told me it was difficult the first night but fine after that.
Just saw a tweet that all Starbucks in New York City and Long Island are now closed.
Just saw a tweet that all Starbucks in New York City and Long Island are now closed.
I do find it disturbing she washed towels, etc and did not tell you.
I know there was one time I sat for a dog and he soiled in the kitchen and the carpet and I cleaned and washed the throw rugs and towels I used. There was a horrid lightning and thunder storm and it scared the dog. I did not blame her and I let the owners know promptly. Matter of fact they were quite appreciative that I let them know.
I felt sorry for the dog. I gave him some TLC when I was cleaning.
She should have just said if she had to wash something. I would have just asked her what she washed (just to know).
Vixmom, even in the middle of the island, I hope you are well prepared
The Vixter works in a liquor store -- she called to let us know that she would be late home tonight because the store is staying open for an extra hour because everyone is stocking up for the storm
gosh I never even thought of that
milk, bread, eggs...wine
Just saw a tweet that all Starbucks in New York City and Long Island are now closed.
Now THAT is serious.
I'm getting close to needing a refill of medicine for Callie, so I'm going to wait until I have a refill before getting the records. They just had their shots, so I don't know that I'm in a big rush to find a new vet. I'm more concerned about the cat sitter
The Vixter works in a liquor store -- she called to let us know that she would be late home tonight because the store is staying open for an extra hour because everyone is stocking up for the storm
gosh I never even thought of that
milk, bread, eggs...wine
Ten o'clock in NY and all's well?
Jane or anyone from Cali,
Is Hollywood its own separate city or an area of Los Angeles? I have been trying to get it to pull in my mapping project and it will not.
Actually the center of the storm won't hit until Monday night
Ten o'clock in NY and all's well?
Things are fine in Manhattan right now but as Cil said, it's not supposed to start raining and winding (is that a word?) until around 2am and I'll be fast asleep by then. I'll find out when I get up tomorrow if there is anything serious happening.
Jane or anyone from Cali,
Is Hollywood its own separate city or an area of Los Angeles? I have been trying to get it to pull in my mapping project and it will not.
I don't know why it matters if you are trying to get a map. I think it is part of LA but it has been too long for me to be sure.
Sorry I am not terribly chatty.
I am just feeling very down adn defeated... It might be the weather, rejections letters, and / or the upcoming holidays. Could use a bit of good news for a change... Trying to say positive but I feel so alone here, so very alone.
All east coast HHW and Kimlets... please stay safe...Amen.
And many more. You're not alone. Not here.Sorry I am not terribly chatty.
I am just feeling very down adn defeated... It might be the weather, rejections letters, and / or the upcoming holidays. Could use a bit of good news for a change... Trying to say positive but I feel so alone here, so very alone.~~~VIBES OF COMFORT FOR DR DAKOTACELT!!~~~
And many more. You're not alone. Not here.Sorry I am not terribly chatty.
I am just feeling very down adn defeated... It might be the weather, rejections letters, and / or the upcoming holidays. Could use a bit of good news for a change... Trying to say positive but I feel so alone here, so very alone.~~~VIBES OF COMFORT FOR DR DAKOTACELT!!~~~
Just saw a tweet that all Starbucks in New York City and Long Island are now closed.
Jane or anyone from Cali,
Is Hollywood its own separate city or an area of Los Angeles? I have been trying to get it to pull in my mapping project and it will not.
Just saw a tweet that all Starbucks in New York City and Long Island are now closed.
the end of civilization as we know it!!!
The Vixter works in a liquor store -- she called to let us know that she would be late home tonight because the store is staying open for an extra hour because everyone is stocking up for the storm
gosh I never even thought of that
milk, bread, eggs...wine
Sheesh!!! That's what I forgot when I went to Trader Joe's this morning. The wine and beer! We have milk, bread, eggs, cereal, tuna, coffee, tea, chicken but no wine, no beer. How am I gonna get through tomorrow, especially since I don't have to get up at 5am, though I probably will be up early, my body is so used to it, I find it hard to sleep past 7am anymore when I don't have to get up.
~~~~~~~~Feel better vibes to DR DakotaCelt!~~~~~~~~~ |
I hope she doesn't numb my jaw too much, after the dentist, I have to get a client ready to testify on Tuesday and do a hearing in the afternoon.
Christmas album announcing at midnight.
I hope she doesn't numb my jaw too much, after the dentist, I have to get a client ready to testify on Tuesday and do a hearing in the afternoon.
If they are just swapping out the crown, they shouldn't have to numb you at all.
Christmas album announcing at midnight.
Giants win world series
Giants win world series
Woo Hoo!!!