Small Talk: The Prayer Closet

[Salacious Kitty]

Finally found an ad blocker that's easily disabled if I need to print. But it really shouldn't have come to this. They're just going to drive people away. 

[CalicoKitty]

19 minutes ago, Salacious Kitty said:

Finally found an ad blocker that's easily disabled if I need to print. But it really shouldn't have come to this. They're just going to drive people away. 

I'm so glad you found a "fix".  You are right, it shouldn't be this hard.  What's the deal, anyway.

I had a long conversation with an Apple tech last night.  I couldn't get on to Safari on my phone--at all--and she found the setting that had mysteriously changed.  She surprised me by saying that she never uses Safari on her phone.  She uses the Chrome app and loves it.  I'm not a Safari user on my Mac because I don't like the cluttered screen with Safari.  Now I may put another browser on my phone so I can ignore Safari.  The things you learn from the Apple techs.

[oliviabenson]

I’m following the case that involves an arrest of a serial killer in ny. I thought this case would never be solved. 

[CalicoKitty]

7 minutes ago, oliviabenson said:

I’m following the case that involves an arrest of a serial killer in ny. I thought this case would never be solved. 

I saw that on the news.  Is serial killing more prevalent, or are they getting more press now?  They caught a serial kill in Stockton CA last year (quite near where I used to live).  I haven't followed the NY case very closely, but I am interested to get more facts.

[Absolom]

I just downloaded to try out DuckDuckGo's new browser.  This site looked like the one to try and NO ADS!!  I added no extensions, VPN, or anything and the site loaded fine with zero clutter.

I did click on fireproof the site when it asked.

Edited July 16, 2023 by Absolom

[oliviabenson]

Well I went to the Olive Garden for the first time ever! Thanks Jill and Hunk Rodrigues!

 

My review: wow it was not that impressive. Why the Rods love the Olive Garden? 

Edited July 17, 2023 by oliviabenson

[Guest]

In the Bugs section, the Community Manager suggested that feedback be sent to feedback@primetimer.com if there is a non-technical problem with the site. Just passing it along. 

[sagittarius sue]

4 hours ago, oliviabenson said:

My review: wow it was not that impressive. Why the Rods love the Olive Garden? 

The Hunk probably fully appreciates the unlimited soup and breadsticks.  After my cousins group decided to try other restaurants (yay!), I've noticed that their lunch specials are cheaper than most restaurants, although many of their menu items are considerably more expensive.

Those mushrooms with your entree look good.

[Leeds]

To anyone with a virtual hug to spare (or prayer if you're so inclined), I'd be grateful if you'd send it my way.

I'm trying to deal with a whole bunch of resentment towards a couple of people whom I felt were amongst my very closest friends.  For decades the four of us have been, I thought, best friends, our kids are like nieces and nephews, etc.  A month ago I was the only one not invited to the wedding of one of the "cousins".  I thought I had got through/over that, but now I find I'm excluded from another one.  I don't know what to do or think really.

I'm doing my best not to wallow in self-pity, but some old demons are scratching at my door.  Thank you.

 

[CalicoKitty]

I experienced the same thing from a group of "good friends" from work.  It hurts.  And you spend time wondering what you did wrong.  There is no accounting the behavior of others.  I wish you good thoughts.

[BetyBee]

6 hours ago, Leeds said:

To anyone with a virtual hug to spare (or prayer if you're so inclined), I'd be grateful if you'd send it my way.

I'm trying to deal with a whole bunch of resentment towards a couple of people whom I felt were amongst my very closest friends.  For decades the four of us have been, I thought, best friends, our kids are like nieces and nephews, etc.  A month ago I was the only one not invited to the wedding of one of the "cousins".  I thought I had got through/over that, but now I find I'm excluded from another one.  I don't know what to do or think really.

I'm doing my best not to wallow in self-pity, but some old demons are scratching at my door.  Thank you.

 

@Leeds - I'm so sorry you are going through this. That sounds upsetting, especially when you don't know why. Is there someone in the group of friends that you would feel comfortable asking about this? 

[kaleidoscope]

Leeds, sending {{{HUGS}}} and love ♥

 

[Minivanessa]

@Leeds, I'm sorry you're experiencing that. It's so hurtful. I have no advice, just virtual hugs. 

[lookeyloo]

@Leeds so sorry. And unexplained is painful. I just got similar by Mr lookeyloo's elderly father. Apparently after 41 years I am still "not family". No reason given.  

[Leeds]

1 hour ago, BetyBee said:

@Leeds - I'm so sorry you are going through this. That sounds upsetting, especially when you don't know why. Is there someone in the group of friends that you would feel comfortable asking about this? 

Thank you everyone for your support. 

@BetyBee.  Yes, after I sleepless night, I've decided I need to talk to the fourth member of the group.  Then at least (I hope) I can have some information to deal with, and not just my imagination.

18 minutes ago, lookeyloo said:

@Leeds so sorry. And unexplained is painful. I just got similar by Mr lookeyloo's elderly father. Apparently after 41 years I am still "not family". No reason given.  

I'm so sorry, @lookeyloo, especially after all the heartache with your son.

[SunnyBeBe]

I’ve been away from the boards. Just catching up. Leeds, I’m sorry about that slight. It hurts when things like that happen.  I hope they’ll make it right. 

[awaken]

The ads are now at the bottom of the screen, which somehow is easier than when they were covering the entire top third of the screen!

[Scarlett45]

I’m back from the Las Vegas trip. We stayed at the Park MGM which is the only non-smoking property on the strip. 
 

This trip was to celebrate the 70th bday of J (the Mom to my friend K). The group was K, her mom/dad, J’s brother, his daughter/her husband, another college friend of K named L, me and my Mom. The parents had a FABULOUS time! They had a better time than us! We were just there to direct the mobility scooters, hold the elevator doors open and carry the bags. They know my Mom has a personal mobility scooter which made K’s parents less self conscious about using theirs, and they had a bunch of questions for her about it. (In our limited use I’ve learned my Mom needs a cup holder for it)
 

Sunday K rented a cabana (which I have never done!) and it was amazing. There was a mister, mini fridge, sofas, snacks etc. There was waitress service -although I get bad for the staff, I know it’s Vegas but they can’t have a uniform that covers their BEHIND????? They can’t wear shorts if they want, it was a teal blue bikini with the buttocks half out. If someone wants their buttocks out at the pool I say go for it, but it’s different doing it socially than when you’re at work dealing with people who are drinking. That desert heat cuts differently though- I was so worried about my mom drinking enough water I realized I needed to do so! I hadn’t had to go to the restroom all morning which wasn’t like me. It was HOT. 118 degrees. I got a tan! My mom and I don’t have to worry about burning and yes we wore sunscreen but I could see the lines from my bathing suit. 
Sunday night me and L went to Cirque Mad Apple after my Mom went to bed. 
 

The bday woman’s brother paid for several meals so I came under budget on what I had planned to spend for the trip. But it was worth every penny to see my Mom so happy. “Dr. All My Friends are Dead”- NO MOMMY NO. 
 

My consensus of Las Vegas overall is the same as it was 7yrs ago- it was fun, I wouldn’t be against going back if I was invited but it’s not a place I’d ever plan or choose for myself.

The food was excellent (except for one dinner, which was okay but everyone else didn’t care for their food)- I did note that restaurant food is much higher everywhere now, so Las Vegas prices where not really out of line with some Chicago spots, but the portions were smaller. 
These were not standard USA portions for 2-3 adults- these were for 1 adult. 

We had our voucher- our room was not ready although I paid for early check in and they had us waiting an HOUR past regular check in time- so I got $150 in food/drink vouchers .

My mom won $202.50!! 

She put $10 and when she hit $202.50 I made her CASH OUT!

 

I am tired and keeping myself at HOME for the foreseeable future. It’s been a LOT of travel. M (my sister’s caregiver) has been so great about overnights (I’m sure she likes the extra money), and I love to travel but it’s good to be home.

My god child (she’s 8) made $40 for “cat enrichment” while I was gone. The cats and Cosmo enjoyed her company. Here’s Cavendish as a perfect loaf.

 

[BetyBee]

How did your Mom do with a scooter, @Scarlett45?

[jcbrown]

Cavendish is so beautiful @Scarlett45. Glad you had such a good trip and I totally get your relief at being home!

[Minivanessa]

51 minutes ago, jcbrown said:

Cavendish is so beautiful @Scarlett45. Glad you had such a good trip and I totally get your relief at being home!

Absolutely. One gorgeous cat. Thanks for sharing that photo. 

Also, thanks for the report on your trip. It's great to hear that you enjoyed it and that your mom had a good time. Seems like she really needed that boost. I know you did so much to make it happen. As your mom's contemporary in age, I just want to reach through the screen and hug you in gratitude for all you are doing for her. ❤️

That is all. Welcome home!!

[Scarlett45]

55 minutes ago, BetyBee said:

How did your Mom do with a scooter, @Scarlett45?

She did well. She was more confident the second day than the first, but because she’s lost peripheral vision she’s cautious about turning, so doorways and elevators were difficult. Her spacial understanding is much poorer now, for example she will just stop in the middle and not pull over to the side of the path way. 
 

But I think her skills will only improve as she continues to use it. Regular use is very different than once every 18months on vacation. 

[Salacious Kitty]

2 minutes ago, Scarlett45 said:

She did well. She was more confident the second day than the first, but because she’s lost peripheral vision she’s cautious about turning, so doorways and elevators were difficult. Her spacial understanding is much poorer now, for example she will just stop in the middle and not pull over to the side of the path way. 
 

But I think her skills will only improve as she continues to use it. Regular use is very different than once every 18months on vacation. 

How did you transport the scooter? Those suckers are HEAVY! 

[Scarlett45]

12 minutes ago, Jeeves said:

Absolutely. One gorgeous cat. Thanks for sharing that photo. 

Also, thanks for the report on your trip. It's great to hear that you enjoyed it and that your mom had a good time. Seems like she really needed that boost. I know you did so much to make it happen. As your mom's contemporary in age, I just want to reach through the screen and hug you in gratitude for all you are doing for her. ❤️

That is all. Welcome home!!

You are so sweet. K, L and I are all very lucky to still have our mothers with us, and to have such wonderful ones. Not everyone is so lucky, so even when they work our last nerve, we try to stay respectful and appreciate them. L’s mom did not come because of her health issues- after a family wedding in 2019 she said she would never get on a plane again, but it would’ve been nice to have her there. L had charge of K’s Dad who’s the sweetest man, he could play Santa Clause. Again, to see them all so happy and enjoying themselves was worth it. 
 

7 minutes ago, Salacious Kitty said:

How did you transport the scooter? Those suckers are HEAVY! 

We didn’t bring our own. I already rented one because I didn’t think hers would arrive on time, and I wouldn’t want to damage hers at a location where they are easily rented. For a trip to a location that’s not Las Vegas or Disney World, I would take the battery and basket off and check it at the gate like a stroller or personal wheelchair. A young woman with CP has a YouTube channel- Chelsea Bear detailing how she travels independently with hers, and I’m 99% sure my mom has the same model. It comes a part in 5 pieces and I put it in the car. 

[Salacious Kitty]

I totally forgot about renting! Yes, I've seen them in the casinos. 😃

[Notabug]

13 hours ago, Salacious Kitty said:

I totally forgot about renting! Yes, I've seen them in the casinos. 😃

The price is not unreasonable either.  You can also customize the rental to get a canopy for use on sunny days, a cup holder, bigger storage baskets.  Last one I rented actually had a couple of USB ports to charge the phone on it.  Very convenient.

[Salacious Kitty]

1 hour ago, Notabug said:

The price is not unreasonable either.  You can also customize the rental to get a canopy for use on sunny days, a cup holder, bigger storage baskets.  Last one I rented actually had a couple of USB ports to charge the phone on it.  Very convenient.

How much do you get on a charge? Do you have to charge it overnight to get through multiple days?

[lookeyloo]

Here is a story about a scooter - "borrowed" at Longwood gardens in Pennsylvania.  Went there about 2 years ago with elderly father in law.  It was supposed to have a full charge but it gave out after a little while.  He rode back to return it for a better one. Same deal. They have cords here and there to boost them back up.  Our thought was that the batteries are old and can't keep up a charge.  So, something to be aware of with a borrowed/rented one.

[Love2dance]

So happy to hear that you, your mom, and family had such a good time in Vegas! We haven’t been there since Covid arrived, and we miss it! But always nice to come home to your own bed. 😊

[Notabug]

1 hour ago, Salacious Kitty said:

How much do you get on a charge? Do you have to charge it overnight to get through multiple days?

I've never tried to go overnight.  There's a cord with a plug that you use to plug it in in your hotel room or where ever to re-charge it overnight.  I've rented them at least half a dozen times and they were always fully charged and used them all day long, maybe 10 hours or so, going here and there without a problem.  The main place we used them was at Disney World where you can either rent at the park or contact a private vendor who will deliver it to the hotel.  Obviously, running around Disney, there's a lot of stopping and starting, we weren't continuously on the move, but never had a problem with the scooter dying.

Both the rental company and Disney give an 800 number to call if the scooter breaks down and they promise to come and get you and/or bring another one.  Never had to use it, but a couple people I know did and had no problems.  Someone came out in a reasonable amount of time and took care of it.

[Scarlett45]

20 hours ago, Salacious Kitty said:

How much do you get on a charge? Do you have to charge it overnight to get through multiple days?

Yes you’re supposed to charge it when you go back to your room, or if you have a particularly long/active day, you charge it during meals. My mom has never had a problem with battery, but we always charge when we come back to the room for naps/the evening. 

I also think when some people have a problem with charging capacity they have rented the wrong size- the larger capacity scooters cost more to rent, but it’s important to rent the proper one for your weight class if you are a bigger person. My friend’s Dad requires the scooter with a higher weight limit so she makes sure to get that for him, while her mom can fit into the standard.

[Scarlett45]

21 hours ago, Love2dance said:

So happy to hear that you, your mom, and family had such a good time in Vegas! We haven’t been there since Covid arrived, and we miss it! But always nice to come home to your own bed. 😊

I highly recommend the Park MGM if you are not smokers. It’s conveniently located, no smoking, mid price point and there’s an Eataly inside!(we have one in chicago but I hadn’t been since the pandemic). I don’t know if you’re familiar but Eataly is an Italian restaurant/market place/coffee shop where you can buy Italian products.
The food is excellent. You know me, “what are we eating and what are we wearing?”Are the two big questions of my life. 

 

There is a Target across the strip which is where I got us snacks and water for the room while my Mom waited in the shade. Blimey that AC will chill you to the BONE and then it’s super hot outside!

 

 

[SunnyBeBe]

My mini vacation to Lake Lure and Chimney Rock last week was magical! I can’t believe how much it helped me. Here’s a pic taken from our dock behind our lake house. I had heard noises behind the trees a couple of days before the bear came out!  The neighbors said he’d been around a while lately. And we had no bear spray. Lol
 

Edited July 23, 2023 by SunnyBeBe

[SunnyBeBe]

The movie Dirty Dancing was filmed at Lake Lure. There’s so much beauty….lakes, river, mountains, waterfalls, etc.  Spending time with friends was so special. I highly recommend getting away if you can. 
 

 

[Scarlett45]

On 7/22/2023 at 8:10 PM, SunnyBeBe said:

The movie Dirty Dancing was filmed at Lake Lure. There’s so much beauty….lakes, river, mountains, waterfalls, etc.  Spending time with friends was so special. I highly recommend getting away if you can. 
 

 

So pretty! Thanks for sharing. 

[Leeds]

On 7/20/2023 at 11:19 AM, Scarlett45 said:

 

Sunday K rented a cabana (which I have never done!) and it was amazing. There was a mister, mini fridge, sofas, snacks etc. 

Thanks for the great trip report, @Scarlett45, so glad you had what sounds like a great time.

(I have to say that when I read the sentence quoted above, my dirty little mind completely misinterpreted "mister" as another service that might be provided in Vegas!!!!)

Edited July 25, 2023 by Leeds

[Ohiopirate02]

On 7/25/2023 at 11:53 AM, Leeds said:

(I have to say that when I read the sentence quoted above, my dirty little mind completely misinterpreted "mister" as another service that might be provided in Vegas!!!!)

Not legal in Vegas proper, buuut is legal in counties outside of Vegas.  

[SunnyBeBe]

Does anyone have any thoughts on this dilemma?  So, I got my new fridge delivered last weekend.  It works great, though I hate the stainless steel finish, but I’ll live with that. The issue is that there is a noise when the door is opened and closed.  It’s not super loud, but loud enough to be annoying.  The reason seems to be that the little button that gets pressed in when the door shuts that cuts off the light gets hit by a shelf on the door of the fridge. It’s built in  There’s no way to avoid it.  I put a fabric bandaid over it and it doesn’t help.  The reason this happens is that they switched the opening of the door to open from the right, instead of the left.  The specifications say it’s reversible and I asked. The store model opens from the left and doesn’t make the sound, since the button is on the right.  This sound is obviously due to me needing the door side switched, but I need it that way for proper flow.  
 

Home Depot is coming on Saturday to evaluate and do an adjustment.  I anticipate that I’ll need to decide, can I tolerate the noise? Or, can I tolerate switching the door back to its original state of opening from the left?  The downside is that opening from the left is not conducive to free flow in the kitchen. It would be awkward….reaching to the left.  Not good. But, the noise would be gone.  I studied a lot of options and I’m not willing to go with a different fridge. Long story…..Also, this is not a primary residence, though it could be one day. Just used on weekends.   I just can’t decide what is going to bug me the most.  Any thoughts?  

Edited July 26, 2023 by SunnyBeBe

[Leeds]

28 minutes ago, SunnyBeBe said:

Does anyone have any thoughts on this dilemma?  So, I got my new fridge delivered last weekend.  It works great, though I hate the stainless steel finish, but I’ll live with that. The issue is that there is a noise when the door is opened and closed.  It’s not super loud, but loud enough to be annoying.  The reason seems to be that the little button that gets pressed in when the door shuts that cuts off the light gets hit by a shelf on the door of the fridge. It’s built in  There’s no way to avoid it.  I put a fabric bandaid over it and it doesn’t help.  The reason this happens is that they switched the opening of the door to open from the right, instead of the left.  The specifications say it’s reversible and I asked. The store model opens from the left and doesn’t make the sound, since the button is on the right.  This sound is obviously due to me needing the door side switched, but I need it that way for proper flow.  
 

Home Depot is coming on Saturday to evaluate and do an adjustment.  I anticipate that I’ll need to decide, can I tolerate the noise? Or, can I tolerate switching the door back to its original state of opening from the left?  The downside is that opening from the left is not conducive to free flow in the kitchen. It would be awkward….reaching to the left.  Not good. But, the noise would be gone.  I studied a lot of options and I’m not willing to go with a different fridge. Long story…..Also, this is not a primary residence, though it could be one day. Just used on weekends.   I just can’t decide what is going to bug me the most.  Any thoughts?  

My humble opinion is that you'll get used to the little click and soon won't notice it at all, but having a door opening "the wrong way" will bug you for ever!

Edited July 26, 2023 by Leeds

[ginger90]

34 minutes ago, SunnyBeBe said:

Does anyone have any thoughts on this dilemma?  So, I got my new fridge delivered last weekend.  It works great, though I hate the stainless steel finish, but I’ll live with that. The issue is that there is a noise when the door is opened and closed.  It’s not super loud, but loud enough to be annoying.  The reason seems to be that the little button that gets pressed in when the door shuts that cuts off the light gets hit by a shelf on the door of the fridge. It’s built in  There’s no way to avoid it.  I put a fabric bandaid over it and it doesn’t help.  The reason this happens is that they switched the opening of the door to open from the right, instead of the left.  The specifications say it’s reversible and I asked. The store model opens from the left and doesn’t make the sound, since the button is on the right.  This sound is obviously due to me needing the door side switched, but I need it that way for proper flow.  
 

Home Depot is coming on Saturday to evaluate and do an adjustment.  I anticipate that I’ll need to decide, can I tolerate the noise? Or, can I tolerate switching the door back to its original state of opening from the left?  The downside is that opening from the left is not conducive to free flow in the kitchen. It would be awkward….reaching to the left.  Not good. But, the noise would be gone.  I studied a lot of options and I’m not willing to go with a different fridge. Long story…..Also, this is not a primary residence, though it could be one day. Just used on weekends.   I just can’t decide what is going to bug me the most.  Any thoughts?  

Are the shelves on the door adjustable?

[CalicoKitty]

I would call the manufacturer and ask them if this is  a known issue, and is it supposed to do this.  Or check for complaints on line.  There may be a fix someone has found.  Have your answers before the store people show up so they can't say it is "normal" and walk away.    If the manufacturer says it should not do this, demand a replacement.

Edited to add:  There are usually owners groups on line.  Be sure to search with your model number.  I have found a lot of answers to questions for different appliances.

Edited July 26, 2023 by CalicoKitty

[SunnyBeBe]

1 hour ago, ginger90 said:

Are the shelves on the door adjustable?

Not really, after I checked.  
 

I’ll consider all this.  I will check with Whirlpool, too.  Thanks. 

[SunnyBeBe]

I hope they don’t send the same team who assembled it.  I thought they struggled and apparently they didn’t do it right.  I found a video on a close model that explains what happens when it’s not done correctly.  So, now I’m excited the problem may be corrected.  I’m not convinced that team can do it. 
 

 

[Minivanessa]

@SunnyBeBe, I hope they get the door fixed right for you.

Today I bought a roof top cargo box for my minivan. I've wanted one for awhile. I got a (barely) used Thule, saved about $200 over the cost of a new one. I have no prior experience with these things, but the guy at the shop where I bought it, showed me how it all works. I'll need some help to hoist it up onto the roof and lock it in place, but otherwise I can handle everything else.

The other sweet part of this deal is that my minivan (a Dodge Grand Caravan) came from the factory with not only roof rails, but crossbars. I just had to swing the crossbars out into place and secure them. The box fastens onto those. As the shop guy said, having crossbars already, means I didn't have to pay a few hundred more bucks for crossbars to mount the box on. Yay!

Obviously I can't have the box on top of the car and put the car in our condo building garage; the clearances there are too low. I brought it home in the back of the car and now it's up here in my living room. It only weighs 34 pounds and is easy to move around on my little wheeled cart/dolly. It's a bit bigger than I thought I'd like but I'm happy with the size. 

I've just cleaned it up and will store it - with some closet Macgyvering - until I need to use it. I'm very happy to have it. I'm hoping to take some road trips when the weather gets a bit cooler. The rooftop box will carry a lot of my campsite stuff and a some other things, leaving the back of the minivan less crowded. 

So that's my silly little accomplishment for today. The next item on the minivan camping wishlist is a side awning to. use when camping. I've been researching these for awhile, and watching YT videos of vanlife folks who've used various kinds. They range from spendy brand name retractable awnings that mount on the side of the roof, to cheap strange-looking things, to DIY solutions with tarps and poles and zip ties. I've decided that although I don't want to spend to the max, I think the cheap and DIY stuff would be a waste of time and money because they're flimsy and not durable. There's a shop not far from here that sells them, so I'll start there with a lot of questions and see what they say.

[SunnyBeBe]

8 hours ago, Jeeves said:

@SunnyBeBe, I hope they get the door fixed right for you.

Today I bought a roof top cargo box for my minivan. I've wanted one for awhile. I got a (barely) used Thule, saved about $200 over the cost of a new one. I have no prior experience with these things, but the guy at the shop where I bought it, showed me how it all works. I'll need some help to hoist it up onto the roof and lock it in place, but otherwise I can handle everything else.

The other sweet part of this deal is that my minivan (a Dodge Grand Caravan) came from the factory with not only roof rails, but crossbars. I just had to swing the crossbars out into place and secure them. The box fastens onto those. As the shop guy said, having crossbars already, means I didn't have to pay a few hundred more bucks for crossbars to mount the box on. Yay!

Obviously I can't have the box on top of the car and put the car in our condo building garage; the clearances there are too low. I brought it home in the back of the car and now it's up here in my living room. It only weighs 34 pounds and is easy to move around on my little wheeled cart/dolly. It's a bit bigger than I thought I'd like but I'm happy with the size. 

I've just cleaned it up and will store it - with some closet Macgyvering - until I need to use it. I'm very happy to have it. I'm hoping to take some road trips when the weather gets a bit cooler. The rooftop box will carry a lot of my campsite stuff and a some other things, leaving the back of the minivan less crowded. 

So that's my silly little accomplishment for today. The next item on the minivan camping wishlist is a side awning to. use when camping. I've been researching these for awhile, and watching YT videos of vanlife folks who've used various kinds. They range from spendy brand name retractable awnings that mount on the side of the roof, to cheap strange-looking things, to DIY solutions with tarps and poles and zip ties. I've decided that although I don't want to spend to the max, I think the cheap and DIY stuff would be a waste of time and money because they're flimsy and not durable. There's a shop not far from here that sells them, so I'll start there with a lot of questions and see what they say.

That’s a great deal.  Glad it worked out so well.  Since my recent vacation, I’ve decided to try some camping, once the weather cools a bit.  The side awning would be nice for camping relaxation.

[CalicoKitty]

I made beet pickled eggs today.  They will be a nice change from regular boiled eggs.

 

[oliviabenson]

https://amp.miamiherald.com/news/state/florida/article277744133.html
 

reminded me of Plexus MLM scheme 

[lookeyloo]

We are in Mexico with family vacation with Sweet Son's brother and family. He and daughter in law and granddaughter (age 20) watched the Duggar thing like we did - to snark. So we talked a little about it here. Well last night I had a vivid dream that I went to visit Joy and Austin after little Gunny's birth. It was the most pleasant dream experience. They were happy to see me, even Austin. And I guess they knew I was a Jewish grandma who had a gay son. But we visited, I admired the baby, Giddy and Evy were sweet and normal and Austin gave me some garlic he grew. Then I got in my car to go home and woke up. Oh also we had beach pictures made on request of daughter in law (who is the daughter I never knew I wished I had) and two were of me and Mr lookeyloo "kissing".  All I could think of was how it it looks in the pictures - like Derick and Jill. Because we Were on beach with family watching and didn't want to go "all the way" so I guess it is possible they like each other different in private. We do. 

[BetyBee]

I've been off visiting my kids and grandkids for a week. I'm headed home tomorrow. The grands are all so sweet and fun, but I'm also looking forward to getting home to the peace and quiet of our home and to being with my husband and our kitty. The weather has been gorgeous, but it's hot at night here. I'm upstairs and there's no a/c. It cooled off yesterday and became better for sleeping. The kids range from ages 4 to 14. I've gotten to spend some one on one with every age!

My niece called in tears today. My sil (her aunt) is demanding money she claims to have "lent" to her mother who passed suddenly in December. My sil is very controlling and selfish. The sister who passed away left a house with a big mortgage, credit card debt and student loans. There will be very little left after probate. It's an ugly situation that will likely end their relationship. Some people!

Edited July 31, 2023 by BetyBee

[lookeyloo]

38 minutes ago, BetyBee said:

I've been off visiting my kids and grandkids for a week. I'm headed home tomorrow. The grands are all so sweet and fun, but I'm also looking forward to getting home to the peace and quiet of our home and to being with my husband and our kitty. The weather has been gorgeous, but it's hot at night here. I'm upstairs and there's no a/c. It cooled off yesterday and became better for sleeping. The kids range from ages 4 to 14. I've gotten to spend some one on one with every age!

My niece called in tears today. My sil (her aunt) is demanding money she claims to have "lent" to her mother who passed suddenly in December. My sil is very controlling and selfish. The sister who passed away left a house with a big mortgage, credit card debt and student loans. There will be very little left after probate. It's an ugly situation that will likely end their relationship. Some people!

that is very sad.  I hope your niece tells her aunt she wasn't privy to that arrangement and is not bound by it.