Pretty good here so far. M kept asking to go to swim lessons instead of school this morning and only got over it when we saw a cement truck.
Fingers crossed our contractor is finishing tomorrow. I’m trying not to get too excited but really really hoping it’s for real. M is going to my mom’s Sunday to Monday so we can go furniture shopping!
I've caught up and have lots of follow up questions/comments for people, but feel overwhelmed, lol. I know I'm forgetting people. It will come in fits and starts.
@banana468, I'm glad you all had a good time at Universal. My coworker friend and her H are huge Harry Potter fans and they went there in July. She loved it. How did Chiquita do with traveling, food, and her new diagnosis?
@mrsconn23, I'm sorry to hear about DefConn's arm! I hope he is feeling better. I'm glad your mammogram came out fine.
@VarunaTT, Harley sounds awesome! I was thinking about you last Thursday because I remembered that was when you were bringing her home. I'm sure she's been extra amped up being with her new person and in a new place. Hopefully her hyperness at night will stay slowed down so you can sleep!
@CharmedPam, happy late birthday! Sorry the dating has been rough. I would have given the guy a break about the parking garage. I chalk that more up to him not thinking. I loved being single and the excitement of dating. But I was also in my early 20s where almost everybody else my age was in the same boat. I'm sure it would be a lot more challenging and annoying now.
@MyNameIsNot, I know it was a work trip, but did you have fun in India?
@levioosa, I was thinking about you during the tropical storm. I'm glad you and your family are okay and no flooding (other than roads). I joked to my mom how ironic it was for it to be August and I'm the one checking in on her about an approaching storm. I hope you enjoy your upcoming vacation. I know it's easier said than done, but make sure to have relaxing alone time also and don't feel guilty if your parents fend for themselves a bit. That's what they would be doing anyway, if they were home.
I am still having major IT issues at work. It's been over two weeks! I just keep trying to chug along.
A couple pieces of great news. I've been taking my new medication for about 10 weeks now and have lost 21 lbs! I also started an exercise routine last Thursday. It's not much, yet. But right now I'm primarily focusing on getting into the habit of exercising. So even if it's only 15-30 minutes/day, that's okay. Plus I need to work my way up anyway.
I also booked my Alaskan cruise! So excited! We are going around mid-September. I've already booked a helicopter excursion that will take us up to the top of a glacier. The ship departs out of Seattle. I've never been there, so we are flying in on a Thursday night. That will give us all day Friday and Saturday to spend in Seattle and then our ship leaves on Sunday. As well as give some breathing room, jic something happens with our flight.
My free room is an interior room. I tried to upgrade to a balcony, but that was an $1800 (total) upcharge! Oh, no indeed. So plan B is to hopefully win a room auction for a balcony. I won a balcony upgrade auction for my European cruise for a little over $200 (total). Crossing fingers. Unfortunately, you don't find out the auction results until about two days before sailing. Because if they can sell the room for the normal upcharge, they certainly do.
It will still be HOT here in mid-September. It will be so nice to go somewhere cooler and just take a long break from work. I'll be the crazy person carrying a parka to the airport, in 90+ degree heat, lol.
My mammo was this morning, but it turned out OK. @banana468 had hers yesterday and she was all alright too. Yays all around.
Speaking of my mammogram turning out fine, DH was so freaked out that he was acting weird. I practically had to shut him out last night because it was not.helping.
Anyway, in a town hall for work. Fun times. Oh crap, my pic just came up on a video they were showing. LOL
Hi all! Back from vacation sadly. We had such a great time in Ocean City. Did all the typical stuff - beach days, water park, mini golf, go-carts. Went out to some really great dinners. My legs and feet are actually sore from all the walking we did.
When I left the boards were still broken, so happy to see them working again!
I'm getting REALLY tired of bedtime shenanigans and need to figure out how to regain some control. That said, G slept all night which means I got to sleep all night, which means i'm groggy today because I'm not used to sleeping all night. *eye roll*
Conversation went well yesterday with the recruiter - i've spoken with her before and have a very good rapport - and the job seems interesting. Ultimately decided though that the proposed salary bump woudln't be worth the added commute and the loss of FMLA access. H isn't eligible until his one year in January and we can't be without that option for 4 months. I told her I'm very interested in similar jobs after January so hopefully something will come up!
AND we have a new nephew!! SIL/BIL had another baby a few days ago and he is super cute. Big sister was more interested in her goldfish snack than the new baby and the pictures were hilarious. G and N decided that they want to pick out a "blend-in toy" (toddler translation: Camouflage truck) for their new cousin. I need to order a present too and drop off some food on Thursday. Can't wait to meet him!
@charlotte989875, good luck with the contractor finishing! I'm sure it will be such a relief to finally have all the work done. Especially after everything you all went through with the first one.
@Casadena, congrats on the new nephew! Such exciting news.
Before her diagnosis I picked a resort at Universal that came with the Unlimited Express Pass. It was an extra cost but came with peace of mind after the kids just elbowed each other through the long waits at Disney in 2021. Then, once she was diagnosed I applied and received the disability pass for both locations. At Universal, we basically skipped all outdoor lines and got to the front. We had no wait more than 15 minutes and moved. The DAS (Disney) is virtual so any queue over 25 min I could tap into and we could wait in air conditioning somewhere else. At Universal we only had 1 ride that affected us which was for Hagrid's motor bike. We got to the line and they gave us a return time 2 hours later.
Also, Diagon Alley and Knockturn Alley especially are cooler areas in the parks. It made for her not over-heating.
She did learn that she has to be careful with meal choices, had some times that she was uncomfortable and had to make a quick trip to a bathroom but she was not knocked down for a long time. She was up and powered through the entire day!
Before her diagnosis I picked a resort at Universal that came with the Unlimited Express Pass. It was an extra cost but came with peace of mind after the kids just elbowed each other through the long waits at Disney in 2021. Then, once she was diagnosed I applied and received the disability pass for both locations. At Universal, we basically skipped all outdoor lines and got to the front. We had no wait more than 15 minutes and moved. The DAS (Disney) is virtual so any queue over 25 min I could tap into and we could wait in air conditioning somewhere else. At Universal we only had 1 ride that affected us which was for Hagrid's motor bike. We got to the line and they gave us a return time 2 hours later.
Also, Diagon Alley and Knockturn Alley especially are cooler areas in the parks. It made for her not over-heating.
She did learn that she has to be careful with meal choices, had some times that she was uncomfortable and had to make a quick trip to a bathroom but she was not knocked down for a long time. She was up and powered through the entire day!
That's great to hear! I'm glad it didn't have too much negative effect for her and you all on the vacation.
Hopefully that also gives her some confidence and reassurance that she can do anything she wants and this disease won't keep her down.
The new co-worker is going to be interesting. I work in a woman-dominated field and fully admit to being suspicious of men in my field. It is always they're either excellent to work with or an absolute sh!t show. This one is already leaning to sh!tshow. He brought in his own special name plate and seems to have world series rings displayed on his desk?!?! as well as some other observations. I'm trying not to pre-judge and struggling.
Harley slept through the night!! Or at least she let me sleep through the night, IDK which one it was.
Otherwise, SSDD. I've got to figure out a hobby or something. Turning into a crazy cat lady is an option, but it's not one I really want to exercise. Also, I bought more toys so there we go.
@VarunaTT, I hope the first impression of your coworker is wrong and turns out to be pleasant to work with.
Cats don't usually sleep through the night, like people and dogs do. I think Harley is learning that's when YOU sleep. So that is quiet time and when she needs to let you rest.
For both the cats I've had, their favorite toys have been laser pointers and the sticks with a string that have a mouse or feathers at the end. They also like tiny stuffed animals they can bat around and things that roll. Though with laser pointers, it's important they get a treat or toy during or at the end of play so they feel like they "caught" something.
That's great news about the vacation @banana. Hope your first week (and the whole year) goes well @ei34. Welcome back @short+sassy
I have book club this afternoon. The hostess has a pool so it is a daytime event. It is a little cool but very sunny so I think it will be a lovely afternoon. I made a roasted caprese salad. For those interested the book was Remarkably Bright Creatures. Highly recommend!
@VarunaTT I hope first impressions are incorrect here.
I think you’ve had cats before? But absolutely do not bend to their will and get up and feed them in the middle of the night. Do it once and you’ll never sleep through a whole night again. I trained Aurora that when I sleep I’m not getting up for her. H did the opposite with Jack and guess who wakes H (not me, lol) up every morning at 3-4 am wanting food and an audience while he eats?
The new co-worker is going to be interesting. I work in a woman-dominated field and fully admit to being suspicious of men in my field. It is always they're either excellent to work with or an absolute sh!t show. This one is already leaning to sh!tshow. He brought in his own special name plate and seems to have world series rings displayed on his desk?!?! as well as some other observations. I'm trying not to pre-judge and struggling.
Harley slept through the night!! Or at least she let me sleep through the night, IDK which one it was.
Otherwise, SSDD. I've got to figure out a hobby or something. Turning into a crazy cat lady is an option, but it's not one I really want to exercise. Also, I bought more toys so there we go.
Welcome back @climbingsingle and @short+sassy. Glad the meds are working out for you @short+sassy, 21 lbs in 10 weeks is amazing. I need to up my workouts but right now I like using my arm as an excuse that I can’t be walking right now. LOL. No, seriously I’m using that as an excuse. September for that trip is around the corner! Eeek. I need all your recommendations at your stops including Seattle since we haven’t booked our excursions again.
@charlotte989875 I giggled at how easily M could change his attention. Kids! Gotta love them. congrats on the new family member @Casadena
As far as mammograms go, last year they told me I had some flecks in the screening but about 40% of women had it show up. There’s a scientific name for it. It’s not just flecks, lol. They just have to keep an eye on it and didn’t seem worried. I’m glad they do “re-do’s” when they see anything out of the ordinary though. Better safe than sorry.
Did anyone have anything lifted from their porch from amazon before? It said my stuff was delivered yesterday at 4:40. I got home at 5;15. I can’t imagine porch pirates working that fast…plus I never had a problem with that before. It was delivered by amazon and wouldn’t you know it? No picture of the delivery this time. I put a claim in but they don’t do anything before 24 hours. Ugh!
Re: Tuesday
@banana468, I'm glad you all had a good time at Universal. My coworker friend and her H are huge Harry Potter fans and they went there in July. She loved it. How did Chiquita do with traveling, food, and her new diagnosis?
@mrsconn23, I'm sorry to hear about DefConn's arm! I hope he is feeling better. I'm glad your mammogram came out fine.
@VarunaTT, Harley sounds awesome! I was thinking about you last Thursday because I remembered that was when you were bringing her home. I'm sure she's been extra amped up being with her new person and in a new place. Hopefully her hyperness at night will stay slowed down so you can sleep!
@CharmedPam, happy late birthday! Sorry the dating has been rough. I would have given the guy a break about the parking garage. I chalk that more up to him not thinking. I loved being single and the excitement of dating. But I was also in my early 20s where almost everybody else my age was in the same boat. I'm sure it would be a lot more challenging and annoying now.
@MyNameIsNot, I know it was a work trip, but did you have fun in India?
@levioosa, I was thinking about you during the tropical storm. I'm glad you and your family are okay and no flooding (other than roads). I joked to my mom how ironic it was for it to be August and I'm the one checking in on her about an approaching storm. I hope you enjoy your upcoming vacation. I know it's easier said than done, but make sure to have relaxing alone time also and don't feel guilty if your parents fend for themselves a bit. That's what they would be doing anyway, if they were home.
@Casadena, I hope your job interview went well!
I am still having major IT issues at work. It's been over two weeks! I just keep trying to chug along.
A couple pieces of great news. I've been taking my new medication for about 10 weeks now and have lost 21 lbs! I also started an exercise routine last Thursday. It's not much, yet. But right now I'm primarily focusing on getting into the habit of exercising. So even if it's only 15-30 minutes/day, that's okay. Plus I need to work my way up anyway.
I also booked my Alaskan cruise! So excited! We are going around mid-September. I've already booked a helicopter excursion that will take us up to the top of a glacier. The ship departs out of Seattle. I've never been there, so we are flying in on a Thursday night. That will give us all day Friday and Saturday to spend in Seattle and then our ship leaves on Sunday. As well as give some breathing room, jic something happens with our flight.
My free room is an interior room. I tried to upgrade to a balcony, but that was an $1800 (total) upcharge! Oh, no indeed. So plan B is to hopefully win a room auction for a balcony. I won a balcony upgrade auction for my European cruise for a little over $200 (total). Crossing fingers. Unfortunately, you don't find out the auction results until about two days before sailing. Because if they can sell the room for the normal upcharge, they certainly do.
It will still be HOT here in mid-September. It will be so nice to go somewhere cooler and just take a long break from work. I'll be the crazy person carrying a parka to the airport, in 90+ degree heat, lol.
Speaking of my mammogram turning out fine, DH was so freaked out that he was acting weird. I practically had to shut him out last night because it was not.helping.
Anyway, in a town hall for work. Fun times. Oh crap, my pic just came up on a video they were showing. LOL
Everything else is feeling SSDD for once.
When I left the boards were still broken, so happy to see them working again!
Conversation went well yesterday with the recruiter - i've spoken with her before and have a very good rapport - and the job seems interesting. Ultimately decided though that the proposed salary bump woudln't be worth the added commute and the loss of FMLA access. H isn't eligible until his one year in January and we can't be without that option for 4 months. I told her I'm very interested in similar jobs after January so hopefully something will come up!
AND we have a new nephew!! SIL/BIL had another baby a few days ago and he is super cute. Big sister was more interested in her goldfish snack than the new baby and the pictures were hilarious. G and N decided that they want to pick out a "blend-in toy" (toddler translation: Camouflage truck) for their new cousin. I need to order a present too and drop off some food on Thursday. Can't wait to meet him!
@Casadena, congrats on the new nephew! Such exciting news.
Before her diagnosis I picked a resort at Universal that came with the Unlimited Express Pass. It was an extra cost but came with peace of mind after the kids just elbowed each other through the long waits at Disney in 2021. Then, once she was diagnosed I applied and received the disability pass for both locations.
At Universal, we basically skipped all outdoor lines and got to the front. We had no wait more than 15 minutes and moved. The DAS (Disney) is virtual so any queue over 25 min I could tap into and we could wait in air conditioning somewhere else. At Universal we only had 1 ride that affected us which was for Hagrid's motor bike. We got to the line and they gave us a return time 2 hours later.
Also, Diagon Alley and Knockturn Alley especially are cooler areas in the parks. It made for her not over-heating.
She did learn that she has to be careful with meal choices, had some times that she was uncomfortable and had to make a quick trip to a bathroom but she was not knocked down for a long time. She was up and powered through the entire day!
@Casadena hope you have some success with the recruiter down the line
Yay for all the good mammos!
I’m officially back at work, and it feels good. Ask me again in a week how I’m feeling lol.
Hopefully that also gives her some confidence and reassurance that she can do anything she wants and this disease won't keep her down.
Harley slept through the night!! Or at least she let me sleep through the night, IDK which one it was.
Otherwise, SSDD. I've got to figure out a hobby or something. Turning into a crazy cat lady is an option, but it's not one I really want to exercise. Also, I bought more toys so there we go.
Cats don't usually sleep through the night, like people and dogs do. I think Harley is learning that's when YOU sleep. So that is quiet time and when she needs to let you rest.
For both the cats I've had, their favorite toys have been laser pointers and the sticks with a string that have a mouse or feathers at the end. They also like tiny stuffed animals they can bat around and things that roll. Though with laser pointers, it's important they get a treat or toy during or at the end of play so they feel like they "caught" something.
I have book club this afternoon. The hostess has a pool so it is a daytime event. It is a little cool but very sunny so I think it will be a lovely afternoon. I made a roasted caprese salad. For those interested the book was Remarkably Bright Creatures. Highly recommend!
Glad the meds are working out for you @short+sassy, 21 lbs in 10 weeks is amazing. I need to up my workouts but right now I like using my arm as an excuse that I can’t be walking right now. LOL. No, seriously I’m using that as an excuse. September for that trip is around the corner! Eeek. I need all your recommendations at your stops including Seattle since we haven’t booked our excursions again.
congrats on the new family member @Casadena
Did anyone have anything lifted from their porch from amazon before? It said my stuff was delivered yesterday at 4:40. I got home at 5;15. I can’t imagine porch pirates working that fast…plus I never had a problem with that before. It was delivered by amazon and wouldn’t you know it? No picture of the delivery this time. I put a claim in but they don’t do anything before 24 hours. Ugh!