Good morning sistas!  Just a quick post today.  Last night went okay. Up at 2, then again at 5, and up for good at 7 a.m.  I'll be okay if they all go like that. 

I'm keeping the boys this afternoon from 1 to 5.  I know it's ridiculous.  But mom said she would watch/hold the baby while the boys are here.  I don't know why I even bother to try and set boundaries with Chris.  She never respects them. 

Thinking about everyone today. Mary good to hear from you! 

Love you all! 

Good Morning Ladies... When is Spring going to stick around...the weather this past week has been c.r.a.z.y. to say the least.  Shoveling snow one day, and no jacket needed the next day, then then flood gates opened....

Well, still waiting for the asbestos report to come in so the demotion can begin.  It will happen soon, I know, but some days I get anxious to get back in my old place.  Shirley is super great, and I know we'll miss each other once I move to my new home, but I'm looking forward to "my space" again.  Everything is lined up, just waiting for the one report.

I'm practically on a first name basis with the workers at the local Salvation Army, I go so often.  I'm shopping for bargains, and finding them.  I've got my living room set, and a night table and several lamps and a huge mirror.  There's a beautiful queen sized sleigh bed that's calling my name, but I've got to figure out how to get it to my place.  The workers there can't help, and I've tried Joe and one of neighbors, but no luck.  I was thinking of renting a U-Haul and I could probably get some guy shopping at S.A., or someone going/coming from the hardware store right next store to S.A. to just help me load it on the van, and when I get it home, I'll be able to handle it.  In the past, I've moved several large pieces of furniture.  Sometimes I get great deals.  The other day as I was checking out, I noticed a Keurig coffeemaker on the floor by the register.  They were holding it for a woman, and told her she had to be back to pay for it before 6:00, or they would put it back on the shelf.  It was $19.99, new it would be over $100 crazy.  (I know it's crazy to pay that for a coffeemaker, but it was one splurge I was going to treat myself to.  So next morning, at 10:04 I was in the store, and the Keurig was not by the register, but back on the shelf.  I grabbed it quick.  The clerk explained it needed a small replacement part where the pod sits, and it would cost $8.00 to order it.  I found it on Amazon and ordered it.  Score!  But I'm committed to limiting any additional buys to bedframes and a kitchenette set.  I did miss out on a beautiful patio set - table and four cushioned chairs someone got for $34.00 - it was in beautiful shape.  If you don't go every day, you can miss out on a great deal.  I feel like a favored niece of Aunt Sally!!

Trish, I'm sorry you're struggling like I was shortly after Jim passed.  I had to get out of the house and start doing volunteer work, because I was sinking into a big black hole.  So, I do a lot of volunteer work now and it helps me a lot.  And I've started reading more, and am trying to relearn crocheting.  I also purchased a coloring book last night - I'll give that a try.

Connie, I'm glad you'll have a chance to visit with Kyleigh and Mitch - it's always (well, usually) nice to have company.  And I've got to get back in the habit of planning my menu ahead of time - it really makes a big difference.

Yvonne, Happy Birthday!!  I hope you enjoyed your cake.  I'm sorry you got rejected on the dating sight -- I'm sure you'll meet some people there.  I've never actually registered on a sight, but there is one I visit once in a while and some of the men seem quite nice - just be careful and follow the safety rules, like meeting for coffee in a public place first, etc.

I've actually started a "friendship" with a fellow who was my real estate agent many years ago.  My husband met him at a bus stop when Maura and his daughter were going to summer camp.  He sold our house, and helped us with others after that.  I had met his wife and went to their home a few times to visit, then lost touch because Jim did not "allow" me to visit friends.  After the fire I called him to see if he could help me out and we've been going out for "companionship" lately...he's very nice and keeps saying how he enjoys spending time with me, but I'm not sure if I want it to progress any further....

Eileen, hope things work out well at work.  When I was going to go on disability, I was afraid I wasn't going to be able to make ends meet, but it has worked out well for me.  I got into a "bad" situation because I allowed Jim to overspend with my money....my own fault.  Without him, I was doing fine.  BTW, I can't believe hewhoshallnotbenamed put you down as a reference.  What nerve.

Vickie, I'm sure you'll do fine babysitting ... but I'm sure you'll be exhausted too!  Take those naps every chance you get!!

Judy, sounds like things are "as usual" at your place....c.r.a.z.y.!!!

Have a good day everyone!!

Mary

Have a good day all.

Hello to all the fine ladies of OFF,

Dropping by to say hello.

Prayers for all that need them, and hugs for everyone. I do keep up with the boards, but today is another day of CRS. My knee has been bothering me for the last 2 days, I had a Synvisc type injection in my knee for arthritis and I think the doctor injected the same knee twice. I can't prove it. I know I had the left knee done in March, he never injects both at once. I wanted the left knee injected because I had that major dental working coming up in March and I figured that I would be able to at least walk amidst the pain of the dental work. When I went to him this past week, he injected the same knee.

I got an xray today and it shows osteoarthritis...well, that is why I get these injections..and loose cartilage. My knee wants to buckle sometimes. It was fine up until yesterday. Florida and doctors. That is a story for another day.

Daughter's wedding is 3 weeks away. Very excited. I will get to see her get married and will get to see people I haven't seen in years and years. That includes husband number 2 and his family. I do like his family. I will be happy to see them and all her friends I have not seen for eons. I will finally get to meet her very good friend Rachel's dad. He is a cutie. Lisa Facetimed Rachel at Christmas and she was at her dad's house along with her husband, brother, SIL and the dad. They were saying, ooh look at the palm trees....and they are no country bumpkins. I asked the dad if he was going to Lisa's wedding. He said he would go if I was going. LOL, OK. Take care everyone. Have a great weekend.

Vicki,

You will do fine watching Ms. Caralee. I understand your other daughter needs a sitter, but I do think you have your hands full right now. They asked, knowing that mom is taking care of an infant? You only have 2 hands.

Regarding Caralee's father, she is better off without him in her life, so it is a wise choice that Carrie has him sign over parental rights.

Caralee may have heartache in her life later on, right now she is an innocent little baby, so enjoy her. I am sure she will ask about her dad when she gets older but not now.

Take care of yourself, don't work too hard.

I hope your pup is OK and that you have taken him to the vet. Hopefully it is nothing serious.

Glad the weather is better. I hate Florida this time of year; from April to the end of October. While we brag about our warm weather in the winter, this state is a virtual steam bath from June till end of Sept. And it is hotter than usual right now; only the beginning of April.

Take care.