TGIF Where is Everybody?

Good Morning Everybody,

I need coffee.  Be right back.

I'm back.  

Well, in addition to going home for Christmas being on the top of my Wishlist, I want to go home, because my sister retired, and my daughter and I want to honor her retirement with a family luncheon, for as many of my kids and I that can be there.  We bought some nice, hard side, Samsonite luggage for her, and the kids and I chipped in on it.  We couldn't be there for her work retirement luncheon, so we wanted to do this.  She told her coworkers she plans to travel, so we thought some good luggage would be appropriate.  It's got swivel wheels, and Colleen ordered a large piece, and a matching carry-on.  Now that Sean is working, we are able to have four of us split the $220 cost.  Colleen had a discount code, coz she  has a Kohl's credit card.  

In addition to praying that I recover enough to get home for Christmas, pray I find a small gift I got each of the kids, in front of them.  The kids' school had a book fair before my surgery, and I bought them each a book to wrap, and give Colleen to give them for the trip home.  She gives them little surprises on the 12 hour drive, to keep them busy.  Frankie wanted a Lego book that comes with a Lego guy.  Since I bought them, Frankie asks me for it every single time he sees me.  I wanted to cave weeks ago, and give it to him, but Colleen wouldn't let me.  Then, over the weekend, Colleen went away with her sisters-in-law, and Frankie drove Trent nuts all weekend asking about the Lego book.  So, Colleen told me I could give it to him.  Now, I can't find all three books.  I'm going nuts trying to figure out where I put them before my surgery.  I've torn apart every tote bag I have, and they have just disappeared.  I know it's not much, but I promised him I'd give it to him when I watch him Monday afternoon.

In addition to hunting for those books, I have paperwork to do, and other stuff.  Nothing physical, just busywork.

Hugs and Prayers,

Trish

Hello Trish and everyone...

Trish....I hope you find the books and get your paperwork done.

I have a really horrible headache today so I am not going to be  replying much. If it goes away later I will come back and check in.

Prayers for our thoughtful OFF family and their families. 

I love you all...have a good day.....love and hugs to all...connie d

Hi Trish!

I am posting from my phone. Don't mind the errors...I read over the posts yesterday and was appalled by all my 'mistakes!'

Anyhow, I am sorry to hear about the wound. Jim had a couple and it was a long process getting them healed. But he had MRSA and other issues that contributed to why it took so long. One was he would not stay off the foot as ordered! The wound clinic here was awesome! I can see why they wouldn't want you todrive, but if you had someone else taking you maybe you could elevate your leg?

I hope it works out...

The luggage sounds like a great idea plus very generous. I am sure your sister will.love it!

I am home between 'runs.' Went to bed at 7pm last nite. I felt sick after eating. I think my sleeve has matured. I am eating pretty much same amounts, but I am full sooner. Guess that is how it works? I have not weighed myself in over 3 weeks, but jeans I just bought last month are falling off!

Vickie, I feel so badly for what you are going thru w/Christie! I was pretty much the same way with both my parents in my 20's. I had a violent alcoholic husband who was seldom home and the 3 girls. He had to pay support for his kids from his 1st marriage so despite a good job we often fell short, and I would go to my dad for help. I was just so overwhelmed I couldn't get it together until after my divorce so I know I drove both my parents crazy. They were my safe place.

I didn't know I had depression back then which contributed to my neediness and other behaviors. I wish I could offer you some ideas on how to handle Christie...I would never of thought to cuss my parents out, but I have similar problems w/my own girls I have yet to figure out!

You sure don't need this aggravation. I hope you can find some kind of outlet in addition to sewing and reading.

Well, I gotta eat my lunch and head back to work.

Everyone take care!

Hello Kathy....wishing you a great day!! 

Just a quick check in....I am sick with a horrible headache. I can hardly move my head. I plan on resting and icing today!

I love you much...hugs....connie d

Hi Kathy,

As much as my sister has often made me crazy about her lack of technology, since she never married, or had kids of her own, she absolutely spoiled my kids, and my niece and nephew.  When they were in college, she'd give me care packages to take to them.  When they were home, she'd slip them cash when nobody was looking.  So, $55 a piece, for a gift for her retirement, is not that much to show her we love her.  Especially, since some of her travel plans include visiting all of us.

How is your job going?  Your training reminded me of when I worked at the psychiatric hospital, especially the defensive maneuver training.  I enjoyed that.

Hugs

Hi Ladies,

I'm having a quiet day just some housework to do. I will be going to my brothers tomorrow night until Monday morning. I got two Christmas cards today.

Connie hope you feel better.

Kathy hope you enjoy your job.

Trish hope your foot heals so you can go home for Christmas. 

I'll check back later.

Thoughts and prayers  for everyone.

Love and hugs, 

Yvonne

Afternoon OFF family....

Well I got my new tenant moved in...first thing she said was TAKE MY NAME OFF THE MAIL BOX!!!! DO NOT PUT MY NAME IN THE NEWSLETTER FOR ANYTHING!!!!!!!! I DO NOT WANT ANYONE TO KNOW I AM A WOMAN LIVING HERE ALONE!!!!!!!!! Ummm 95% living here ARE women living alone...WTH????? Next thing she did after the final signature made was PULL ALL THE FLOWERS OUT OF HER GARDEN AREA!!!!!!!! WTF????????? Some of those come back next year!!!!! She said I DON'T CARE!!!!!!!!!!! I then told her DO NOT TAKE THE BUSHES OUT!!!!!!!!!!!!! THOSE HAVE TO STAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I then walked away!!!!!!!!!!! OMG ***** FROM HELL HAS ARRIVED? I hope not!!!!!!!!! She bugged me everyday to find out WHEN she could move in...well all signed and CAN move in...No sign of her moving in anything yet!!!!!!!! WTH?????????? Oh well she can stop calling me every day now...HAHA.

No call from the New Dr I have to see. Still waiting. Guess I am not that important to hurry up and get tested huh??

Made my Taco Soup last night. YUMMMMMMMMM!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Even Rick likes it!!!!!! WOW!!!!

Tomorrow is Christmas shopping for the tenants. YIPPEE!!!!!!!! I have 20 signed up as of 4pm. 8pm the list comes down tonight. I AM STICKING TO MY RULE!!!!!!!!!! Not signed by 8pm tonight...NO GIFT!!!!!!!!!! Party is next Friday. I have to find a gift for my boss yet also. YIKES!!

Well time to go play on FB...

Thoughts and Prayers for ALL that need them!!!!!!!!

HUGSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS