DR ChasSmith, we often use the air conditioning as much for the humidity as the heat.
DR TCB that is my baby brother David who is 50 years old. I will give you his wife's phone number.
I am back on the 6th floor.
Today will be a day. Yesterday was Father's Day and today is my mother's birthday! My sister and I got her a meat grinder attachment for her KitchenAid mixer (it's what she specifically wanted) and we're all going out to dinner at a local restaurant called Falls Terrace (http://www.fallsterrace.com/), which overlooks the Tumwater falls. I haven't been there in a while, but they always have good food...if a bit pricy...for me. ;)
Monday morning greetings! We've closed up the house and turned on the air conditioning because it's supposed to be hot and humid all week :P
What I thought was going to be an at-home day will now be interrupted by my 2pm appointment with our family doctor to have him remove a wood splinter from my finger. I got it Saturday during some drawer cleaning and rearranging and cannot get it out myself. One of our Lima parishioners, who does a lot of woodworking, offered to remove it for me yesterday at church, but I was chicken.
I was feeling melancholy, too, yesterday...until my son posted an wonderful sentiment on Facebook, which totally made my day.
I'm looking forward to watching the final episode of FARGO tomorrow.
This 10-episode series has been one of the best shows I've ever seen on television.
Hi BrettySpaghetti :D
Here you go, DR Jrand63:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r2-IgJYIEo4
Monday morning greetings! We've closed up the house and turned on the air conditioning because it's supposed to be hot and humid all week :P
What I thought was going to be an at-home day will now be interrupted by my 2pm appointment with our family doctor to have him remove a wood splinter from my finger. I got it Saturday during some drawer cleaning and rearranging and cannot get it out myself. One of our Lima parishioners, who does a lot of woodworking, offered to remove it for me yesterday at church, but I was chicken.
Silly, you should have let him do it.
Survival is good.Monday morning greetings! We've closed up the house and turned on the air conditioning because it's supposed to be hot and humid all week :P
What I thought was going to be an at-home day will now be interrupted by my 2pm appointment with our family doctor to have him remove a wood splinter from my finger. I got it Saturday during some drawer cleaning and rearranging and cannot get it out myself. One of our Lima parishioners, who does a lot of woodworking, offered to remove it for me yesterday at church, but I was chicken.
Silly, you should have let him do it.
Given the blood thinners I take, I really wanted some medical supervision. My doctor did exactly what Mr. W offered to do, but the doctor numbed it first. Afterwards, when I said something about the blood thinners, he said, "NOW you remind me!"
Anyway, it's gone and I will survive.
I did get to see the bats at Carlsbad Cavern once, Jane. It was awesome.
Here you go, DR Jrand63:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r2-IgJYIEo4
Kristin Chenoweth does a good version of it, too.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b4uYsz7kayM
An arrest in the Phoenix priest murder case.
http://www.azcentral.com/story/news/local/phoenix/2014/06/16/phoenix-priest-murder-arrest-abrk/10573761/
The one time I really saw the bats in Austin was from a boat in the middle of the lake fairly near the bridge under which they spend the day. So, they swooped out over us at dusk. A treasured moment.
So, when you come to Austin, and you should come to Austin, get yourself on a boat.
Monday morning greetings! We've closed up the house and turned on the air conditioning because it's supposed to be hot and humid all week :P
What I thought was going to be an at-home day will now be interrupted by my 2pm appointment with our family doctor to have him remove a wood splinter from my finger. I got it Saturday during some drawer cleaning and rearranging and cannot get it out myself. One of our Lima parishioners, who does a lot of woodworking, offered to remove it for me yesterday at church, but I was chicken.
Silly, you should have let him do it.
Given the blood thinners I take, I really wanted some medical supervision. My doctor did exactly what Mr. W offered to do, but the doctor numbed it first. Afterwards, when I said something about the blood thinners, he said, "NOW you remind me!"
Anyway, it's gone and I will survive.
Here's a fun topic!
Kristin Chenoweth does a good version of it, too.
Here you go, DR Jrand63:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r2-IgJYIEo4
Kristin Chenoweth does a good version of it, too.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b4uYsz7kayM
I also love Sally Mayes' version...especially the machine gun and "Joe"-falling-down-the-stairs sound effects. :D
TOD I think my favorites are chocolate chip cookies and Boston cream donuts, but not together
Kristin Chenoweth does a good version of it, too.
Thanks, DR John G. I seriously considered putting that one up, but then I couldn't remember who liked Ms. Chenoweth, and who detested her. So I opted for avoidance. :)
Kristin Chenoweth does a good version of it, too.
Thanks, DR John G. I seriously considered putting that one up, but then I couldn't remember who liked Ms. Chenoweth, and who detested her. So I opted for avoidance. :)
Here is a shot of the interior of the downtown Presbyterian church where I am currently employed on Sunday mornings:
(http://i1282.photobucket.com/albums/a532/singdaw1/CentralPres_zpsa360c4f4.jpg)
I really don't want to see this 10:00 show this evening but I promised and there's no getting out of it.
her Apple Tree
We have potential tornado warnings tonight, but I'd love to go a few blocks for a free open rehearsal of one of my favorite local choral groups.
They are trying out their program before they travel to the Ravinia Festival.
DR JRand, I also enjoyed the family photo! Nice group of people...I don't think I realized you had so many siblings!
Back from a quesadilla.
I had a date on Sunday with a very nice guy named Gus (short for Augustin). He originates from Mexico, but has lived in the US for about 10 years. He studied medicine in Mexico but instead ended up becoming a welder here.
I told him that I have no interest in romantic entanglements at this time in my life, but he insisted. So I went and I had a good time. He is a nice guy, and I am sure we'll see each other now and then. And, I liked that his name is Gus. You don't meet many people named Gus anymore.
Tomorrow is my niece's graduation from daycare. Apparently that is a big thing! :)
Here you go, DR Jrand63:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r2-IgJYIEo4
Kristin Chenoweth does a good version of it, too.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b4uYsz7kayM
Stay safe vibes for DR Cillaliz!
Back from a quesadilla.
How do you come back from a quesadilla? :)
Back from a quesadilla.
How do you come back from a quesadilla? :)
I am back on the 6th floor. My desk is in disarray, naturally, but the important things have been done: I have a functional desk fan and my Keurig single-serve coffee maker is plugged in.
Here's a fun topic! :)
Gluten-Free Eating Appears to Be Here to Stay
http://www.nytimes.com/2014/06/18/dining/gluten-free-eating-appears-to-be-here-to-stay.html
Hello, everyone.
AND WELCOME BACK, BRETTYSPAGHETTI!
And I agree with you, DR John G. - she should be able to sing the heck out of that role.Andrea Martin
Who would you like for Letitia?
Hello, everyone.
AND WELCOME BACK, BRETTYSPAGHETTI!
Merci beaucoup!
Funny, or sad, is that we never knew the Pennsylvania bat story until we moved here. The first summer friends and their children visited. We were all lying down on the deck watching a great meteor shower. It was summer, and we had bats flying around which the rest of us were ignoring. Suddenly one came down a bit low but only Craig goes flying up and into the house. He did come back out to be teased :)
After he rescued the bat I believe he overcame his fear of them.
WOW Cilla! I just watched.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V9d7DDQawVE
I am extremely glad this didn't hit you.
Did your family have much damage?
WOW Cilla! I just watched.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V9d7DDQawVE
I am extremely glad this didn't hit you.
Did your family have much damage?
A big tree branch down and their power was out for awhile. My brother went to check on my parents and it wasn't bad. There is a ton of water and he said downtown was a mess. I think it's mostly water there, don't really know
An arrest in the Phoenix priest murder case.
http://www.azcentral.com/story/news/local/phoenix/2014/06/16/phoenix-priest-murder-arrest-abrk/10573761/
As Paul said "I took food and went to the basement. You know it's bad if I take food to the basement"
DR JANE I saw the film version of CLOUD ATLAS and it was okay.....so I read the book....and I liked it a LOT!!!
I do not like bats.....especially when I wake up and one is circling by bedroom
I have never seen a bat before. I did not even know that seeing one was a possibility.
Today is my dad's birthday. He's 86 today
Today is also the 61st anniversary of my family's move from Portland, Oregon, to Detroit, Michigan. Mom probably still has the letter telling from GM telling my dad that it would be a 2-year assignment and then we'd be back in the Pacific Northwest.
Today is also the 61st anniversary of my family's move from Portland, Oregon, to Detroit, Michigan. Mom probably still has the letter telling from GM telling my dad that it would be a 2-year assignment and then we'd be back in the Pacific Northwest.
;D The move turned out good for you.
Today is also the 61st anniversary of my family's move from Portland, Oregon, to Detroit, Michigan. Mom probably still has the letter telling from GM telling my dad that it would be a 2-year assignment and then we'd be back in the Pacific Northwest.
;D The move turned out good for you.
Yes, DR Jane, it did, but my parents always dreamed of going back to Oregon or Washington.
Today will be a day. Yesterday was Father's Day and today is my mother's birthday! My sister and I got her a meat grinder attachment for her KitchenAid mixer (it's what she specifically wanted) and we're all going out to dinner at a local restaurant called Falls Terrace (http://www.fallsterrace.com/), which overlooks the Tumwater falls. I haven't been there in a while, but they always have good food...if a bit pricy...for me. ;)
Today will be a day. Yesterday was Father's Day and today is my mother's birthday! My sister and I got her a meat grinder attachment for her KitchenAid mixer (it's what she specifically wanted) and we're all going out to dinner at a local restaurant called Falls Terrace (http://www.fallsterrace.com/), which overlooks the Tumwater falls. I haven't been there in a while, but they always have good food...if a bit pricy...for me. ;)
Good morning from Montreal
DR Ginny, I almost wish we were getting that hot and humid spell. I don't often use such language, but it's been way too cool here for this time of year. We've only achieved low 80s on a few days, and my AC has yet to be turned on. That having been said, I'm hosing the compressor down real well today (been putting it off) because it looks like I could be using it some tomorrow and Wednesday if we get into the mid-80s. I came very close to it on a couple of those days recently, so it really is time to enjoy it some.
I guess I'm exaggerating a little bit because June can often be cool here. I love the four seasons, but I like each of them to be solid, with a summer that's as notable as the damned winter. If that makes any sense.
Good morning, all! I have nothing to report. I've got physical therapy at 10:15, and I hope to see my super before I head out. I would rather go back to bed.
I have nothing else to report this morning.
As Paul said "I took food and went to the basement. You know it's bad if I take food to the basement"
;D Do you keep a cooler down there and a cold pack in the freezer to take down with you?
DR TCB that is my baby brother David who is 50 years old. I will give you his wife's phone number.
Will his wife do a lend-lease treaty with TCB, do you suppose?
Hard to say, DR Jrand63, but probably .
I am back on the 6th floor. My desk is in disarray, naturally, but the important things have been done: I have a functional desk fan and my Keurig single-serve coffee maker is plugged in.
An arrest in the Phoenix priest murder case.
http://www.azcentral.com/story/news/local/phoenix/2014/06/16/phoenix-priest-murder-arrest-abrk/10573761/
Monday morning greetings! We've closed up the house and turned on the air conditioning because it's supposed to be hot and humid all week :P
What I thought was going to be an at-home day will now be interrupted by my 2pm appointment with our family doctor to have him remove a wood splinter from my finger. I got it Saturday during some drawer cleaning and rearranging and cannot get it out myself. One of our Lima parishioners, who does a lot of woodworking, offered to remove it for me yesterday at church, but I was chicken.
Silly, you should have let him do it.
Given the blood thinners I take, I really wanted some medical supervision. My doctor did exactly what Mr. W offered to do, but the doctor numbed it first. Afterwards, when I said something about the blood thinners, he said, "NOW you remind me!"
Anyway, it's gone and I will survive.
Here is a shot of the interior of the downtown Presbyterian church where I am currently employed on Sunday mornings:
(http://i1282.photobucket.com/albums/a532/singdaw1/CentralPres_zpsa360c4f4.jpg)
We have potential tornado warnings tonight, but I'd love to go a few blocks for a free open rehearsal of one of my favorite local choral groups.
They are trying out their program before they travel to the Ravinia Festival.
The cats and I are in the basement in a tornado warning. The storm with the double tornados in Nebraska is headed our way
I had a date on Sunday with a very nice guy named Gus (short for Augustin). He originates from Mexico, but has lived in the US for about 10 years. He studied medicine in Mexico but instead ended up becoming a welder here.
I told him that I have no interest in romantic entanglements at this time in my life, but he insisted. So I went and I had a good time. He is a nice guy, and I am sure we'll see each other now and then. And, I liked that his name is Gus. You don't meet many people named Gus anymore.
Back from a quesadilla.
How do you come back from a quesadilla? :)
TOD
Snacks, for me, too easily become whole meals. I've been making a concerted effort to wean myself off of that kind of binge eating lately, because I'd let it get completely out of control over the past year. The hardest part is not "snacking" as I sit and watch movies, and I'm working on that, too.
But that doesn't answer the question, so... I guess any number of things, but in particular, good quality tortilla chips with salsa and/or guacamole, good salt-and-pepper potato chips, and peanut butter-filled pretzels. That more or less covers the chip type of snack, but certain kinds of sandwiches are another downfall. And again, especially when watching the TV or reading. (I should do much more reading than I've been doing lately, but the eating while reading thing has been a staple with me for many, many years. Another pitfall.)
Has anyone read CLOUD ATLAS? I just checked it out from the library. It is a long book but I need something to read while I wait for 3 others to come in.
We're ok. If you've seen the amazing video of the two tornados side by side. It's real. That's the storm that was headed our way but it dissipated before it got here. The storm demolished Pilger, NE. My home town got hit with winds of 89 MPH heavy rain and hail. My brother said he's never seen it so bad.
Today is my dad's birthday. He's 86 today
Laura, I envy you seeing the bats. I need to go to Austin and do that one night this summer.
DR JANE I saw the film version of CLOUD ATLAS and it was okay.....so I read the book....and I liked it a LOT!!!
Thanks. Keith reminded me that we turned the movie off. I'm glad the book should be better.
Another "interesting", and longer book just came in. Even though I'm in the mood to read Atlas first I will begin with Neil Gaiman's "American Gods" as I was on the waiting list a long time for it and "Cloud Atlas" doesn't have a queue.
Today will be a day. Yesterday was Father's Day and today is my mother's birthday! My sister and I got her a meat grinder attachment for her KitchenAid mixer (it's what she specifically wanted) and we're all going out to dinner at a local restaurant called Falls Terrace (http://www.fallsterrace.com/), which overlooks the Tumwater falls. I haven't been there in a while, but they always have good food...if a bit pricy...for me. ;)
Happy Birthday to George's Mom!!
Did you sing " A Little Priest" to her when you presented the meat grinder?
DR JANE I saw the film version of CLOUD ATLAS and it was okay.....so I read the book....and I liked it a LOT!!!
Thanks. Keith reminded me that we turned the movie off. I'm glad the book should be better.
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Another "interesting", and longer book just came in. Even though I'm in the mood to read Atlas first I will begin with Neil Gaiman's "American Gods" as I was on the waiting list a long time for it and "Cloud Atlas" doesn't have a queue.
I read American Gods several years ago -- it was weird ( well it was by Neil Gaiman so that is to be expected) but I couldn't put it down
(whic really annoyed Vixdad because he had bought it for himself and I kept stealing it everytime he put it down)
Laura, I envy you seeing the bats. I need to go to Austin and do that one night this summer.
Or I could introduce you to my ex-wife.
We're ok. If you've seen the amazing video of the two tornados side by side. It's real. That's the storm that was headed our way but it dissipated before it got here. The storm demolished Pilger, NE. My home town got hit with winds of 89 MPH heavy rain and hail. My brother said he's never seen it so bad.
I am so glad I do not live in a tornado prone area --- I don't know if I woudl ever be able to sleep again
DR Jane - I did go to the concert. The church does have a basement, but it wasn't necessary to use it, thankfully.
The only casualty from this storm so far is two umbrellas - twisted beyond recognition.
Here is a shot of the interior of the downtown Presbyterian church where I am currently employed on Sunday mornings:
(http://i1282.photobucket.com/albums/a532/singdaw1/CentralPres_zpsa360c4f4.jpg)
I had a date on Sunday with a very nice guy named Gus (short for Augustin). He originates from Mexico, but has lived in the US for about 10 years. He studied medicine in Mexico but instead ended up becoming a welder here.
I told him that I have no interest in romantic entanglements at this time in my life, but he insisted. So I went and I had a good time. He is a nice guy, and I am sure we'll see each other now and then. And, I liked that his name is Gus. You don't meet many people named Gus anymore.
And I agree with you, DR John G. - she should be able to sing the heck out of that role.Andrea Martin
Who would you like for Letitia?
And I agree with you, DR John G. - she should be able to sing the heck out of that role.Andrea Martin
Who would you like for Letitia?
For what show?
TOD
Snacks, for me, too easily become whole meals. I've been making a concerted effort to wean myself off of that kind of binge eating lately, because I'd let it get completely out of control over the past year. The hardest part is not "snacking" as I sit and watch movies, and I'm working on that, too.
But that doesn't answer the question, so... I guess any number of things, but in particular, good quality tortilla chips with salsa and/or guacamole, good salt-and-pepper potato chips, and peanut butter-filled pretzels. That more or less covers the chip type of snack, but certain kinds of sandwiches are another downfall. And again, especially when watching the TV or reading. (I should do much more reading than I've been doing lately, but the eating while reading thing has been a staple with me for many, many years. Another pitfall.)
What is a salt-and-pepper potato chip?
TOD
Snacks, for me, too easily become whole meals. I've been making a concerted effort to wean myself off of that kind of binge eating lately, because I'd let it get completely out of control over the past year. The hardest part is not "snacking" as I sit and watch movies, and I'm working on that, too.
But that doesn't answer the question, so... I guess any number of things, but in particular, good quality tortilla chips with salsa and/or guacamole, good salt-and-pepper potato chips, and peanut butter-filled pretzels. That more or less covers the chip type of snack, but certain kinds of sandwiches are another downfall. And again, especially when watching the TV or reading. (I should do much more reading than I've been doing lately, but the eating while reading thing has been a staple with me for many, many years. Another pitfall.)
What is a salt-and-pepper potato chip?
This is the best one. Accept no imitations.
http://www.kettlebrand.com/our_products/krinkle_cut_chips/?pid=17#/our_products/krinkle_cut_chips/?pid=17
Today will be a day. Yesterday was Father's Day and today is my mother's birthday! My sister and I got her a meat grinder attachment for her KitchenAid mixer (it's what she specifically wanted) and we're all going out to dinner at a local restaurant called Falls Terrace (http://www.fallsterrace.com/), which overlooks the Tumwater falls. I haven't been there in a while, but they always have good food...if a bit pricy...for me. ;)
Glad it wasn't too far for you to get to the Chinese restaurant
I am so thankful I do not have to live with tornados!!
Happy Birthday to George's mum. I hope you all enjoy dinner.
Today is my dad's birthday. He's 86 today
Big day for birthdays - DR George's Mom, DR Cillaliz's Dad, and my cousin Dan in Japan (where it's already tomorrow...)
Happy Birthday, All!
Today is also the 61st anniversary of my family's move from Portland, Oregon, to Detroit, Michigan. Mom probably still has the letter telling from GM telling my dad that it would be a 2-year assignment and then we'd be back in the Pacific Northwest.
;D The move turned out good for you.
Yes, DR Jane, it did, but my parents always dreamed of going back to Oregon or Washington.
I don't blame them, Oregon & Washington are nice states. :)
Today will be a day. Yesterday was Father's Day and today is my mother's birthday! My sister and I got her a meat grinder attachment for her KitchenAid mixer (it's what she specifically wanted) and we're all going out to dinner at a local restaurant called Falls Terrace (http://www.fallsterrace.com/), which overlooks the Tumwater falls. I haven't been there in a while, but they always have good food...if a bit pricy...for me. ;)
Happy Birthday to George's Mom!!
Did you sing " A Little Priest" to her when you presented the meat grinder?
Today will be a day. Yesterday was Father's Day and today is my mother's birthday! My sister and I got her a meat grinder attachment for her KitchenAid mixer (it's what she specifically wanted) and we're all going out to dinner at a local restaurant called Falls Terrace (http://www.fallsterrace.com/), which overlooks the Tumwater falls. I haven't been there in a while, but they always have good food...if a bit pricy...for me. ;)
Happy Birthday to George's Mom!!
Did you sing " A Little Priest" to her when you presented the meat grinder?
Is that the sausage maker attachment? I bought that for myself at Christmas. Haven't used it yet. But when I get an actual day off, I plan on making mucho sausage.
BIRTHDAY felicitations to the mother of DR George and the father of DR Cillaliz!!!! :)