*** OUR GATHERING PLACE *** Fellowship and Laughter - Welcome to RF!

[Meriweather]

It was weird. I was thinking much the same thing today and then you go ahead and say it.

You may think of me as the reinforcer.

[RayMan]

Lots of people think themselves smart - they be idiots. :wall:

Fair Meri's logic not so logical.

Just fly in from Bizarro World did you?

[Meriweather]

You are aware that Dumbledore is a fictional character, right? :eh:

Why doesn't anyone ever tell me these things? :((

[Meriweather]

I see we've just reached 16,000. We celebrate every thousand posts by going after a ridiculous prize. What prize should we reach for now that we are at 16,000?

[RayMan]

I see we've just reached 16,000. We celebrate every thousand posts by going after a ridiculous prize. What prize should we reach for now that we are at 16,000?

Maybe Fire Watch would donate his bike?




Eh, probably not.

It is 97 degrees in downtown S.F. as I write this. Do you have any idea how seldom it gets to 97 degrees here? It will be sweltering up at my place in Vallejo.

[vir doctus]

It is 97 degrees in downtown S.F. as I write this. Do you have any idea how seldom it gets to 97 degrees here? It will be sweltering up at my place in Vallejo.
:)):)):)):)):))

[vir doctus]

Just fly in from Bizarro World did you?

I left that to you and your deviant chili rules. (How about some steaming hot, piping hot chili for dinner Brother RaysinMan? :)) )

[Meriweather]

Maybe Fire Watch would donate his bike?

That is a spectacular idea. I always ask for something. He says no. This fits right into the regular scheme of things.

Fire Watch, we have reached 16,000 posts. May I ride your bike?


It is 97 degrees in downtown S.F. as I write this. Do you have any idea how seldom it gets to 97 degrees here? It will be sweltering up at my place in Vallejo.

Icy lemonade works wonders. I'm drinking some now.

[RayMan]

That is a spectacular idea. I always ask for something. He says no. This fits right into the regular scheme of things.

Fire Watch, we have reached 16,000 posts. May I ride your bike?




Icy lemonade works wonders. I'm drinking some now.

Lemonade is good...:whistle:

[RayMan]

I left that to you and your deviant chili rules. (How about some steaming hot, piping hot chili for dinner Brother RaysinMan? :)) )

I think not. The weird thing is that over in Novato it is only 88 degrees. Almost never happens that it is hotter in S.F. and Vallejo, because we have the breeze off the water.

We are going out to dinner somewhere after Mrs. Rayman gets home from work. There is no way I am firing up the oven or even the crockpot.

A nice shrimp salad at Red Lobster sounds good to me.

[vir doctus]

I think not. The weird thing is that over in Novato it is only 88 degrees. Almost never happens that it is hotter in S.F. and Vallejo, because we have the breeze off the water.

We are going out to dinner somewhere after Mrs. Rayman gets home from work. There is no way I am firing up the oven or even the crockpot.

A nice shrimp salad at Red Lobster sounds good to me.

When I look at my Yahoo temperature guide for the places I've lived before, I am most glad today that I no longer live in Green Bay!

Packers suck.

[Meriweather]

When I look at my Yahoo temperature guide for the places I've lived before, I am most glad today that I no longer live in Green Bay!

Packers suck.

Not true. First of all they're football players. Second of all, the other teams need someone to beat.

[vir doctus]

Not true. First of all they're football players. Second of all, the other teams need someone to beat.

I roll my eyes in your general direction. :rolleyes:

[Hadassah]

Looks like we are going to apply - will take a couple weeks to gather all the data and get dr. forms filled out.

Is there anything I can do to help, either now or after your princess is admitted?

[Meriweather]

I roll my eyes in your general direction. :rolleyes:

What's wrong with the Packers?

[Koushi Shinigami]

Patriots Day is today. Means they ran the Boston Marathon.

[noelle12]

Well, I'm back in the hospital again. I had a doctor's appointment this morning, and she did not like what she saw, and had me admitted (not committed) to the hospital.:frown:

But no worries, I'm fine.:) She says I'll be here for three weeks. She does not want a 31 week baby, but I guess she can live with a 34 week baby.

[RayMan]

When I look at my Yahoo temperature guide for the places I've lived before, I am most glad today that I no longer live in Green Bay!

Packers suck.

No argument on that score.

[Meriweather]

Well, I'm back in the hospital again. I had a doctor's appointment this morning, and she did not like what she saw, and had me admitted (not committed) to the hospital.:frown:

But no worries, I'm fine.:) She says I'll be here for three weeks. She does not want a 31 week baby, but I guess she can live with a 34 week baby.

It was that BLT last night, wasn't it?

Ah, Noelle, on one hand I am so sorry, but I am very happy you are being so well looked after and are in good hands. :hug:

[RayMan]

Well, I'm back in the hospital again. I had a doctor's appointment this morning, and she did not like what she saw, and had me admitted (not committed) to the hospital.:frown:

But no worries, I'm fine.:) She says I'll be here for three weeks. She does not want a 31 week baby, but I guess she can live with a 34 week baby.

Sorry you back in hospital but glad for you and baby.

My mom had my older brother at about 32 weeks and had to leave him at hospital for about a month because he was puny and it was 1951.

How much better to keep the little bugger in the belly a few extra weeks and then be able to take him/her home with you?

Makes me think, have I missed whether we are talking girl or boy here or are you keeping it a surprise/

[Hadassah]

Well, I'm back in the hospital again. I had a doctor's appointment this morning, and she did not like what she saw, and had me admitted (not committed) to the hospital.:frown:

But no worries, I'm fine.:) She says I'll be here for three weeks. She does not want a 31 week baby, but I guess she can live with a 34 week baby.

Better admitted than committed (to the hospital, that is). :mrgreen:


I'm sorry you can't be home, but I'm happy you are where you and the baby can be watched and gotten to quickly in case she wants to come more quickly than everyone hopes. :hug:

[vir doctus]

How much better to keep the little bugger in the belly a few extra weeks and then be able to take him/her home with you?


After all these years I am still shocked by the American usage of that word.

[Dancer]

After all these years I am still shocked by the American usage of that word.I think here it is more a reference to insects than sex. Sort of like referring to your baby as a snugglebug. ;)

[Dancer]

Thunderstorming here! I am actually hearing my first thunder all year long!

[Meriweather]

Thunderstorming here! I am actually hearing my first thunder all year long!

Enjoy it for me, too. It's been a long time since I've been in a good thunderstorm.

[Hadassah]

Awwwwww, my son just made my heart melt. He was standing in the living room and he looked at me and said, "You're very pretty, you know that?" He is soooooo sweet. I adore that boy!



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[Meriweather]

Smyrna, are you around?

I thought of you this morning. We have a flock or two of wild turkeys that roam the neighborhood. There is one busy street, and during my morning walks I periodically help these turkeys safely cross the street. One was giving me a little trouble until I told it, "You get your tail across the street, or I'm calling Smyrna!" And off he trotted with no further problem. I think I might have made a good goose girl in an earlier time.

[Meriweather]

Awwwwww, my son just made my heart melt. He was standing in the living room and he looked at me and said, "You're very pretty, you know that?" He is soooooo sweet. I adore that boy!



http://bestsmileys.com/love2/4.gif


That is so sweet.

[smyrna]

Smyrna, are you around?

I thought of you this morning. We have a flock or two of wild turkeys that roam the neighborhood. There is one busy street, and during my morning walks I periodically help these turkeys safely cross the street. One was giving me a little trouble until I told it, "You get your tail across the street, or I'm calling Smyrna!" And off he trotted with no further problem. I think I might have made a good goose girl in an earlier time.

Just got in and was reading the adventures of all. I'll tell you how to get the turkeys to cross the road...just mention to the turkey that you have a hunting license in your pocket. :)

[noelle12]

It was that BLT last night, wasn't it?

Ah, Noelle, on one hand I am so sorry, but I am very happy you are being so well looked after and are in good hands. :hug:

Thanks Meri. They're taking good care of me.

[RayMan]

After all these years I am still shocked by the American usage of that word.

How many years DID you spend in the British Navy?

[RayMan]

After all these years I am still shocked by the American usage of that word.

A singing evangelist friend of mine has made a number of ministry trips to Britian. He once shared with me the shock he felt the first time he stayed at a B&B and the man who ran the place told him, "I'll be round at 7am to knock you up."

[noelle12]

Sorry you back in hospital but glad for you and baby.

My mom had my older brother at about 32 weeks and had to leave him at hospital for about a month because he was puny and it was 1951.

How much better to keep the little bugger in the belly a few extra weeks and then be able to take him/her home with you?

Makes me think, have I missed whether we are talking girl or boy here or are you keeping it a surprise/

She's a girl.

I feel pretty confident that she (the baby will be okay) regardless of when she's born, but better to hang on until she is more "grown up" so she can come home sooner and not spend too much time in the NICU.

[noelle12]

Better admitted than committed (to the hospital, that is). :mrgreen:


I'm sorry you can't be home, but I'm happy you are where you and the baby can be watched and gotten to quickly in case she wants to come more quickly than everyone hopes. :hug:

Thanks Haddie. I was surprised and disappointed when I was sent back to the hospital, but I also do not doubt that it is the right thing to do. I am happy to say that my husband, who has been bearing quite a burden, is still being very supportive, and maintaining a good humor about the whole thing.

[vir doctus]

A singing evangelist friend of mine has made a number of ministry trips to Britian. He once shared with me the shock he felt the first time he stayed at a B&B and the man who ran the place told him, "I'll be round at 7am to knock you up."

I still am challenged to say 'poke'. :silenced:

[RayMan]

I still am challenged to say 'poke'. :silenced:

I probably shouldn't mention that they have a different definition of "fanny" than we do then.

[Dancer]

A singing evangelist friend of mine has made a number of ministry trips to Britian. He once shared with me the shock he felt the first time he stayed at a B&B and the man who ran the place told him, "I'll be round at 7am to knock you up."That and rubbers...lol

[vir doctus]

I probably shouldn't mention that they have a different definition of "fanny" than we do then.

I say 'bum bag'.

[Meriweather]

My brothers, sisters, cousins and I always thought it hilarious that we had a Great Aunt Fanny.

[RayMan]

She's a girl.

I feel pretty confident that she (the baby will be okay) regardless of when she's born, but better to hang on until she is more "grown up" so she can come home sooner and not spend too much time in the NICU.

That's my thought. My mom had to leave my brother for a month in what they called an "isolette," an incubator kind of thing. When I came along and was a little bigger than he had been she refused to leave me in the hospital since she already had preemie experience.

I am sure you would love to get wheeled out the front door of the hospital with new baby girl in your arms. I hope you get to do that.

[Koushi Shinigami]

Sooo tired. :( Machine decided to sow some wild oats and give up at the end of a service event. Thought I was going home at 5:00pm. 2:50 am now. :sick: Thinking I might call in dead for later today.

But you all will be happy to know that your computer chips will continue to be produced on time.

[smyrna]

I still am challenged to say 'poke'. :silenced:

That's just 'hoke'.:D

[smyrna]

Sooo tired. :( Machine decided to sow some wild oats and give up at the end of a service event. Thought I was going home at 5:00pm. 2:50 am now. :sick: Thinking I might call in dead for later today.

But you all will be happy to know that your computer chips will continue to be produced on time.

and...with ridges for x-tra strength:D

[smyrna]

Good morning America...how are you? Don't you know me? I'm Smyrna, your native son.:boohoo:

The stars are out...big time. It's going to be a beautiful morning. I hope all is well and that everyone has a prosperous, productive day.

Thank you Lord for another day to live. May you bless your people with wisdom, strength and courage. May we have humble hearts and gladly do your will and the light of your Son, shine brightly in us all.

Gotta go.:D

[Meriweather]

Sooo tired. :( Machine decided to sow some wild oats and give up at the end of a service event. Thought I was going home at 5:00pm. 2:50 am now. :sick: Thinking I might call in dead for later today.

But you all will be happy to know that your computer chips will continue to be produced on time.

I'll be happier, if in about eight hours, I hear you had a deep and peaceful sleep and are feeling much better. However, I am grateful about the computer chips. Good work!

[Meriweather]

I've got to hand it to Carrie Prejean, Miss California, First Runner up in the Miss USA pageant. She was the contestant who was asked her opinion of gay marriage by a pageant judge who was known to be in favor of it.

When she heard the question she knew she had a choice: Answer it the way the judge wanted and probably continue on to be Miss USA; or, answer it according to her faith and own beliefs and end being the fourth runner up.

I also like the fact that she does not seem to be at all bitter, but remains upbeat and cheerful, and glad that she stood her ground.

[blazer]

Good morning Meri and all!

[Meriweather]

Good morning, Blazer. What's the good news today?

[Hadassah]

Good morning everyone.

[Meriweather]

Good morning everyone.

Good morning, Hadassah. :hug: And how is the smart, beautiful Mom today?

[blazer]

Good morning, Blazer. What's the good news today?

God loves us!:D

[Abe]

Name a song, or an artist, I'll go get you some music you like, Meg. When you were in high school, what was your favorite song?"Sympathy" from 1969 or 1970. I don't know the artist, (Deep Purple maybe?).

[Hadassah]

Good morning, Hadassah. :hug: And how is the smart, beautiful Mom today?


I had a great wisecrack for that question, but drat it all! I can't write it in such a way that my meaning comes across. :lol:


I'm in a waiting mode. A friend was supposed to help me this morning so I could get part of this "crisis" handled and I'm waiting for said friend to call me. I've paged and I've called twice. Can't do much more than that. Everyone else is working today.



And how are you, you intelligent, good-looking mom, you? :hug:

[Meriweather]

"Sympathy" from 1969 or 1970. I don't know the artist, (Deep Purple maybe?).

I'm working on this, Abe. I've found Sympathy for the Devil (Rolling Stones) that is late 60s early 70s.

While I haven't found any "Sympathy" hits for Deep Purple, I did find a song called "Mistreated."

Could either of these two be the one you are thinking of? If not, if you remember even a line or two of the lyrics, I can probably find it.

[Meriweather]

God loves us!:D

Yes. The best news of all. :)

[Meriweather]

I had a great wisecrack for that question, but drat it all! I can't write it in such a way that my meaning comes across. :lol:

It's me you're dealing with. I'll probably get your meaning and possibly one or two others you never intended. :razz:


I'm in a waiting mode. A friend was supposed to help me this morning so I could get part of this "crisis" handled and I'm waiting for said friend to call me. I've paged and I've called twice. Can't do much more than that. Everyone else is working today.

I'm praying that goes well for you.

And how are you, you intelligent, good-looking mom, you? :hug:

I'm looking at my not-so-good looking fingernails. However, as I'm about to go out and do some more weeding up on the hill, I'll take care of those later. The weeds don't care what my fingernails look like, and I'll just hide them from the roses. The roses are so lovely, I'm sure they would look down their thorns at the condition of my hands.

[RayMan]

"Sympathy" from 1969 or 1970. I don't know the artist, (Deep Purple maybe?).

"Please allow me to introduce myself, I'm a man of wealth and taste..."

[noelle12]

I had a great wisecrack for that question, but drat it all! I can't write it in such a way that my meaning comes across. :lol:


Come on, don't underestimate us.

[Meriweather]

Daily Devotional


The glory of the Lord appeared...before all the children of Israel. (Numbers 14:10)


Move Forward!

People once thought the world was flat and that you would sail off the edge. They thought man would never walk on the moon. In 1899 the U.S. patent office almost closed because the CEO said, "Everything that can be invented already has been." In retrospect his statement is ridiculous. But some of us have bought into the same philosophy about our lives. We stop learning because we're "too old." We're afraid to change careers in case we "jeopardize our pension." We don't pursue our dreams in case we fail or get ridiculed. We're so accustomed to self-imposed limitations that we tell ourselves, "I can't do that, so I can't do anything." In essence we're building a box, crawling inside, then looking for something to blame for our lack of faith. God didn't box you in, you did, and you need to take the initiative for breaking out!

When you get down to it, there's very little difference in people. But the little difference amounts to a big difference, and the little difference is attitude; it determines whether you see life through the eyes of faith or the lens of fear. When others around him saw only giants and wanted to turn back, Caleb said, "If the Lord delights in us, then He will bring us into this land and give it to us" (Nu 14:8). At that point two things happened. First, "All the congregation said to stone them" (v.10). Second, "The glory of the Lord appeared in the Tabernacle." Caleb's critics said "no," but God said "yes."

All you need is God's approval. When you have it, disregard the nay-sayers and move forward!


waio.org

[Meriweather]

"Please allow me to introduce myself, I'm a man of wealth and taste..."

If that's the song Abe is remembering, then it is:

<Sympathy for the Devil> (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zuTiTfbfy7Q)

[Abe]

I'm working on this, Abe. I've found Sympathy for the Devil (Rolling Stones) that is late 60s early 70s.

While I haven't found any "Sympathy" hits for Deep Purple, I did find a song called "Mistreated."

Could either of these two be the one you are thinking of? If not, if you remember even a line or two of the lyrics, I can probably find it.I'm not at alls ure that it's Deep Purple. I googled them, and it didn't show up. It's not Sympathy for the Devil by the Stones(d). Here are some lyrics:

Now when you go into your bed tonight,
And when you lock and bar the door,
Just think about *********
'Cause there's not enough love to go round.

Chorus
And sympathy is what we need, my friends
And sympathy is what we need
And sympathy is what we need my friends
'Cause there's not enough love to go round.

Now half the world hates the other half.
And half the world has all the food.
And half the world lies down and quietly starves,
'Cause there's not enough love to go round.

[Abe]

I'm not at alls ure that it's Deep Purple. I googled them, and it didn't show up. It's not Sympathy for the Devil by the Stones(d). Here are some lyrics:

Now when you go into your bed tonight,
And when you lock and bar the door,
Just think about *********
'Cause there's not enough love to go round.

Chorus
And sympathy is what we need, my friends
And sympathy is what we need
And sympathy is what we need my friends
'Cause there's not enough love to go round.

Now half the world hates the other half.
And half the world has all the food.
And half the world lies down and quietly starves,
'Cause there's not enough love to go round.I found it. I was close:

Now when you climb, into your bed tonight.
And when you lock and bolt the door.
Just think of those, out in the cold and dark,
`cause there's not enough love to go `round.

And sympathy is what we need my friend,
and sympathy is what we need.
And sympathy is what we need my friend,
`cause there's not enough love to go `round,
no there's not enough love to go `round.

Now half the world, hates the other half.
And half the world, has all the food
And half the world, lies down and cries :We starve,
`cause there's not enough love to go `round.

And sympathy is what we need my friend,
and sympathy is what we need.
And sympathy is what we need my friend,
`cause there's not enough love to go `round,
no there's not enough love to go `round.

Now I need to find the CD, if it even exists.

[meggers49]

Not true. First of all they're football players. Second of all, the other teams need someone to beat.

careful or the Ghost of Vince Lombardi will be after you.

[meggers49]

Well, I'm back in the hospital again. I had a doctor's appointment this morning, and she did not like what she saw, and had me admitted (not committed) to the hospital.:frown:

But no worries, I'm fine.:) She says I'll be here for three weeks. She does not want a 31 week baby, but I guess she can live with a 34 week baby.

what was it that she didn't like?

hospitalization sucks.

[noelle12]

what was it that she didn't like?

hospitalization sucks.

She didn't like the fact that I am 31 weeks, 3-4 cm dilated, and 70% effaced.

I know what you're thinking, "wow, that doctor is really really wants a lot!"

[vir doctus]

She didn't like the fact that I am 31 weeks, 3-4 cm dilated, and 70% effaced.

:idea: Cross your legs for three weeks. :angel:

[noelle12]

:idea: Cross your legs for three weeks. :angel:

And hang upside down from the ceiling.

[RayMan]

And hang upside down from the ceiling.

Now you're just being batty. :whistle:













Or should that be battish? What is the proper term for imitating a flying rodent?

[noelle12]

Now you're just being batty. :whistle:





Or should that be battish? What is the proper term for imitating a flying rodent?


good one! :rolleyes: I did actually laugh.

[RayMan]

I found it. I was close:

Now when you climb, into your bed tonight.
And when you lock and bolt the door.
Just think of those, out in the cold and dark,
`cause there's not enough love to go `round.

And sympathy is what we need my friend,
and sympathy is what we need.
And sympathy is what we need my friend,
`cause there's not enough love to go `round,
no there's not enough love to go `round.

Now half the world, hates the other half.
And half the world, has all the food
And half the world, lies down and cries :We starve,
`cause there's not enough love to go `round.

And sympathy is what we need my friend,
and sympathy is what we need.
And sympathy is what we need my friend,
`cause there's not enough love to go `round,
no there's not enough love to go `round.

Now I need to find the CD, if it even exists.


Here it is on YouTube:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j2x8oA5h5Jo

[Dancer]

She didn't like the fact that I am 31 weeks, 3-4 cm dilated, and 70% effaced.

I know what you're thinking, "wow, that doctor is really really wants a lot!"
Do you have the belly band on checking for contractions?

[vir doctus]

Assistance requested - what is a brand of winter gloves that is known for being very warm?

[Dancer]

Assistance requested - what is a brand of winter gloves that is known for being very warm?Mittens, Swany, Isotoner, leather? I know the first and last aren't brands, but really, I don't think of brands when choosing gloves. :confused:

[Meriweather]

Assistance requested - what is a brand of winter gloves that is known for being very warm?

I'm supposing you don't want RayMan or me giving suggestions on this question.

[RayMan]

Assistance requested - what is a brand of winter gloves that is known for being very warm?

Ok, this is way funny. I google "warm winter gloves."

Second suggestion google gives is,

Need suggestions for warm winter gloves.

From a poster at Democratic Underground forum.
What are the odds...unless vir is leading a double life. :think:

[Hadassah]

Assistance requested - what is a brand of winter gloves that is known for being very warm?

Isotoner. They're a little more expensive, but well worth the price.

[Mimiheart]

*hugs* for Noelle

[Hadassah]

ok, this is way funny. I google "warm winter gloves."

second suggestion google gives is,

need suggestions for warm winter gloves.

from a poster at democratic underground forum.
What are the odds...unless vir is leading a double life. :think:


:)) :)) :))

[noelle12]

Do you have the belly band on checking for contractions?

They monitor me twice a day for about an hour at a time.

[noelle12]

*hugs* for Noelle

Thanks Mimi.

[Hadassah]

And hang upside down from the ceiling.

We'll have to get you a trapeze. :mrgreen:

[RayMan]

We'll have to get you a trapeze. :mrgreen:

Nah. Gravity boots.

http://www.waterstoneproducts.com/back-body/inversion/images/ezup_r23.jpg

[noelle12]

Nah. Gravity boots.

http://www.waterstoneproducts.com/back-body/inversion/images/ezup_r23.jpg

ooh, yeah. I gotta get me some of those.

[Hadassah]

Gravity boots work, too. :mrgreen:

[vir doctus]

Mittens, Swany, Isotoner, leather? I know the first and last aren't brands, but really, I don't think of brands when choosing gloves. :confused:

God willing, not-so-darling-at-the-moment Ruskie will be wintering on a working ranch near the Canadian border. She is from Siberia, but 59.5 degrees is miserably cold for her.

[Meriweather]

God willing, not-so-darling-at-the-moment Ruskie will be wintering on a working ranch near the Canadian border. She is from Siberia, but 59.5 degrees is miserably cold for her.

A working ranch. That sounds like such a positive idea. What will it all entail for her?

[noelle12]

God willing, not-so-darling-at-the-moment Ruskie will be wintering on a working ranch near the Canadian border. She is from Siberia, but 59.5 degrees is miserably cold for her.

Not sure that isotoners are great for work gloves.

When I moved south, I found that I softened up a bit myself. I don't mind cold weather so much, but I really want it to stop by March.

[vir doctus]

A working ranch. That sounds like such a positive idea. What will it all entail for her?

Horses, cattle, chicken, eggs, mucking stalls, tending garden - when not in school. We are about ten days from submitting her application. I'm filling our Amazon shopping cart with things she'll need if she is accepted.

[RayMan]

A working ranch. That sounds like such a positive idea. What will it all entail for her?

Being very careful where she steps.

[vir doctus]

Being very careful where she steps.

Not so much. She'll walk around as long as someone will let her wondering 'what is that smell?'

[Meriweather]

Horses, cattle, chicken, eggs, mucking stalls, tending garden - when not in school. We are about ten days from submitting her application. I'm filling our Amazon shopping cart with things she'll need if she is accepted.

Mucking stalls means a barn. A barn may mean cats to keep away the mice.

Seriously, it sounds wonderful. I'll continue to pray.

[Hadassah]

Wow! Sometimes God answers prayers really, really fast....like within minutes!

[Dancer]

Wow! Sometimes God answers prayers really, really fast....like within minutes! :hug: Yes, he does! :))

[Dancer]

God willing, not-so-darling-at-the-moment Ruskie will be wintering on a working ranch near the Canadian border. She is from Siberia, but 59.5 degrees is miserably cold for her.Definitely go with something made of a strong durable leather.

Look at Thinsulate...

[RayMan]

Not so much. She'll walk around as long as someone will let her wondering 'what is that smell?'

Keeps her eyes on the skies, eh?

[Meriweather]

This one from Mark Twain made me giggle.


In Paris they simply stared when I spoke to them in French; I never did succeed in making those idiots understand their language.


As it is now over ninety degrees, it's time to start the chili. I'm making the Cincinnati variety (at my daughter's unsolicited request this morning). I raised that child right. I said, "It's going to be hot today. What shall I make for dinner?"

She correctly replied, "Cincinnati Chili."

[RayMan]

This one from Mark Twain made me giggle.


In Paris they simply stared when I spoke to them in French; I never did succeed in making those idiots understand their language.


As it is now over ninety degrees, it's time to start the chili. I'm making the Cincinnati variety (at my daughter's unsolicited request this morning). I raised that child right. I said, "It's going to be hot today. What shall I make for dinner?"

She correctly replied, "Cincinnati Chili."

Like this?


http://whatscookingamerica.net/Beef/CincinnatiChili.htm

[vir doctus]

Handsome is gone and unreachable until tomorrow. So Handsome Jr. is the man of the house and takes his job very seriously. Today, when she-devil started kicking me, my handsome little prince intervened to protect me, and he started receiving her kicks; when she kept kicking him I got mad. :mad:

I thanked my son for protecting me; I can't tell him not to because it would go against everything we have taught him.

[RayMan]

Handsome is gone and unreachable until tomorrow. So Handsome Jr. is the man of the house and takes his job very seriously. Today, when she-devil started kicking me, my handsome little prince intervened to protect me, and he started receiving her kicks; when she kept kicking him I got mad. :mad:

I thanked my son for protecting me; I can't tell him not to because it would go against everything we have taught him.

Yup.

[noelle12]

As it is now over ninety degrees, it's time to start the chili. I'm making the Cincinnati variety (at my daughter's unsolicited request this morning). I raised that child right. I said, "It's going to be hot today. What shall I make for dinner?"

She correctly replied, "Cincinnati Chili."

I had never heard of Cincinnati style Chili until I moved to Kentucky.

[Meriweather]

I had never heard of Cincinnati style Chili until I moved to Kentucky.

Kentucky is where we picked it up, too. It became a family favorite.

[CID_0687]

Cincinnati Chilihttp://bestsmileys.com/puking/2.gif

[Meriweather]

Cincinnati Chilihttp://bestsmileys.com/puking/2.gif


I take it you don't care for cinnamon and nutmeg in chili that's served over spaghetti?

[CID_0687]

I take it you don't care for cinnamon and nutmeg in chili that's served over spaghetti?
I grew up eating chili over spaghetti...still have it every now and then...but cinnamon and nutmeg, or cocoa or whatever the heck else those dadburn yankees put in their chili is not chili. :snooty:

Texas style is the only real chili.

[vir doctus]

I take it you don't care for cinnamon and nutmeg in chili that's served over spaghetti?

Psycho child had peanut butter and jelly on her spaghetti for lunch today. :inserthonourablecid'ssmiliehere:

[noelle12]

I grew up eating chili over spaghetti...still have it every now and then...but cinnamon and nutmeg, or cocoa or whatever the heck else those dadburn yankees put in their chili is not chili. :snooty:

Texas style is the only real chili.

Hey, don't be dissing the Yankees. I'm a New Yorker by birth, and I never heard of Cincinnati Chili until I moved to Kentucky. I never had cinnamon, nutmeg or cocoa in my chili.

[CID_0687]

Hey, don't be dissing the Yankees. I'm a New Yorker by birth, and I never heard of Cincinnati Chili until I moved to Kentucky. I never had cinnamon, nutmeg or cocoa in my chili.
Make note Fair Noelle that I said "those yankees." ;)

The junk started in Cinci and traveled down 71...The folks in Louisville are extremely confused...you get sweet tea with a bagel. :wall:

[noelle12]

Make note Fair Noelle that I said "those yankees." ;)

The junk started in Cinci and traveled down 71...The folks in Louisville are extremely confused...you get sweet tea with a bagel. :wall:

If you can even find a decent bagel in these parts! But then I've never had sweet tea with a bagel either, or with anything else for that matter.

[Meriweather]

I grew up eating chili over spaghetti...still have it every now and then...but cinnamon and nutmeg, or cocoa or whatever the heck else those dadburn yankees put in their chili is not chili. :snooty:

Texas style is the only real chili.

Cocoa? Now that's a version I've never tried. If that's the kind you had, I think I'm willing to take your word for it that it tastes awful.

[vir doctus]

Cocoa? Now that's a version I've never tried. If that's the kind you had, I think I'm willing to take your word for it that it tastes awful.

Last time we talked chili, one of the chilies you mentioned used chocolate in its ingredients.

[Meriweather]

If you can even find a decent bagel in these parts! But then I've never had sweet tea with a bagel either, or with anything else for that matter.


Someday when you are up and around and your daughters are older... Bagels are not difficult to make.

[noelle12]

Someday when you are up and around and your daughters are older... Bagels are not difficult to make.

Are you serious? I'm not that skilled in the kitchen, but I wouldn't mind giving it a try.

[Meriweather]

Last time we talked chili, one of the chilies you mentioned used chocolate in its ingredients.

Until today, I've never heard of adding chocolate to chili. Are you sure it wasn't your version of me mixing chili with cheesecake or ice cream?

[Meriweather]

Are you serious? I'm not that skilled in the kitchen, but I wouldn't mind giving it a try.

They are kind of fun. It's a pretty basic bread dough, but after you shape them into bagels, you boil them for a minute or two before you bake them. Boiling is what makes them chewy.

[vir doctus]

Until today, I've never heard of adding chocolate to chili. Are you sure it wasn't your version of me mixing chili with cheesecake or ice cream?

Cincinnati Chili Recipe

1 large onion chopped
1 pound extra-lean ground beef
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground allspice
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon red (cayenne) pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa or 1/2 ounce grated unsweetened chocolate
1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1/2 cup water
1 (16-ounce) package uncooked dried spaghetti pasta
Toppings (see below)

[noelle12]

Cincinnati Chili Recipe

1 large onion chopped
1 pound extra-lean ground beef
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground allspice
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon red (cayenne) pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa or 1/2 ounce grated unsweetened chocolate
1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1/2 cup water
1 (16-ounce) package uncooked dried spaghetti pasta
Toppings (see below)

If you just take regular, normal chili, and put it on spaghetti, is that still Cincinnati style? I thought the spaghetti is what made it Cincinnati style.

[noelle12]

They are kind of fun. It's a pretty basic bread dough, but after you shape them into bagels, you boil them for a minute or two before you bake them. Boiling is what makes them chewy.

Good (easy) bagel recipe anyone?

[Meriweather]

Cincinnati Chili Recipe

1 large onion chopped
1 pound extra-lean ground beef
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground allspice
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon red (cayenne) pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa or 1/2 ounce grated unsweetened chocolate
1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1/2 cup water
1 (16-ounce) package uncooked dried spaghetti pasta
Toppings (see below)

This is not my recipe. I didn't post it. My recipe does not call for the ingredients I highlighted in red. Yuck.

[vir doctus]

This is not my recipe. I didn't post it. My recipe does not call for the ingredients I highlighted in red. Yuck.

Deviant.

[vir doctus]

I have skimmed 800+ dresses on Amazon and not a single one of them was appropriate for an 11 year old for church. :snooty:

[terri910]

Here it is on YouTube:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j2x8oA5h5Jo
Speaking of youtube....hubby is driving himself (and, by extension, me) nuts by checking how many "views" his youtube video has gotten each day....*LOL*

Help me out, people. *LOL*
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SMM_offGVes

[Meriweather]

If you just take regular, normal chili, and put it on spaghetti, is that still Cincinnati style? I thought the spaghetti is what made it Cincinnati style.

As we are seeing, there are apparently several versions of Cincinnati chili. I thought both cinnamon and spaghetti were absolute musts, but it's been years since we lived in the Cincinnati area. I remember fast food places (and I never tried it there) had several different varieties (One Way through Five Way) but I thought that had more to do with extra onions, green peppers, beans and the like.

[Meriweather]

Speaking of youtube....hubby is driving himself (and, by extension, me) nuts by checking how many "views" his youtube video has gotten each....*LOL*

Help me out, people. *LOL*
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SMM_offGVes

Absolutely. Thanks for the reminder. I enjoyed it the first time and it is certainly worth hearing again.

[vir doctus]

"Some aficionados report a distinct hint of cinnamon and sometimes even chocolate."

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cincinnati_chili


Wiki has spoken.

[Meriweather]

Deviant.

It explains why I like Cincinnati chili and why CID does not. Poor guy.

[Meriweather]

I have skimmed 800+ dresses on Amazon and not a single one of them was appropriate for an 11 year old for church. :snooty:

Amazing isn't it. Do you sew?

[Meriweather]

"Some aficionados report a distinct hint of cinnamon and sometimes even chocolate."

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cincinnati_chili


Wiki has spoken.

Buf will see it my way.

[vir doctus]

Speaking of youtube....hubby is driving himself (and, by extension, me) nuts by checking how many "views" his youtube video has gotten each day....*LOL*

Help me out, people. *LOL*
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SMM_offGVes

He suits you.

[vir doctus]

do you sew?

:)) :)) :))

[terri910]

He suits you.
Yup....he has for 40 years! :D

[terri910]

Buf will see it my way.
Speaking of "my way"......





:)):)):)) No I won't re-post it....yet!

[vir doctus]

"But instead of Texas-style heat, it packs spices normally used in holiday cookies: cocoa, cinnamon, nutmeg and clove."

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2009/04/13/AR2009041302470.html

[Meriweather]

"But instead of Texas-style heat, it packs spices normally used in holiday cookies: cocoa, cinnamon, nutmeg and clove."

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2009/04/13/AR2009041302470.html

In my recipe, I would say "along with Texas-style heat" not "instead of."

Cinnamon, fine. A hint of nutmeg, also fine. A little allspice is fine. But NO cloves or chocolate.

[noelle12]

The idea of putting chocolate in chili is crazy.

[terri910]

The idea of putting chocolate in chili is crazy.
I think some people just think, "Oh, THAT sounds interesting" and do it, never mind that it doesn't taste as interesting as it sounds.

One of the fast-food places in town (I think it's Carl's Jr, but am not sure) is promoting a "Kentucky Bourbon Burger." Hubby tried it and gave me a taste. We both had the same reaction: Yuck.

[vir doctus]

The idea of putting chocolate in chili is crazy.

There is also mole poblano.

[CID_0687]

If I squeeze the children's heads until their eyes pop out that's ok right?

[vir doctus]

If I squeeze the children's heads until their eyes pop out that's ok right?

Cincinnati Chili will probably have the same outcome - without social services intervening.

[CID_0687]

Social services came to the house once before...I served him up with some fava beans and a nice Chianti.....

[Meriweather]

If I squeeze the children's heads until their eyes pop out that's ok right?

Are you asking if it is okay, or are you asking if it's right? It might be okay, but it's not right. Then again, if it is not right, then how can it be okay?

Why do you wish to squeeze their heads?

[CID_0687]

Are you asking if it is okay, or are you asking if it's right? It might be okay, but it's not right. Then again, if it is not right, then how can it be okay?

Why do you wish to squeeze their heads?
Because they're being unruly heathens and it's time for them to get the fear of God back in them.

[Meriweather]

Because they're being unruly heathens and it's time for them to get the fear of God back in them.

Unruly heathens? What are they doing? I'll take notes. I haven't been unruly for several days now.

[CID_0687]

Unruly heathens? What are they doing? I'll take notes. I haven't been unruly for several days now.
Typical kid crap...not listening mostly...


Girls clean upGirls clean upGirls clean upGIRLS CLEAN UP!!!!

Among other things I've had to say all day, and they think I'm nonexistent or being funny. :wall:

[Meriweather]

Typical kid crap...not listening mostly...


Girls clean upGirls clean upGirls clean upGIRLS CLEAN UP!!!!

Among other things I've had to say all day, and they think I'm nonexistent or being funny. :wall:


Mary Poppins to the rescue! Have you made it into a game yet? Girls! Let's see which of you can get her share done the quickest! Or, Stop Watch time! Let's see how long it takes for you to clean up. If you beat the clock you get (a story, cookie, hug to keep your eyes, etcetera).

[Meriweather]

Tip-toeing in... Speaking quietly...

CID, are the little darlings tucked up in bed asleep now? Don't they look so sweet and so innocent?


I'm trying to think of three things I need to improve tomorrow.

[vir doctus]

I'm trying to think of three things I need to improve tomorrow.

1. Your cattitude
2. Your mathitude
3. Your chilitude

[RayMan]

The idea of putting chocolate in chili is crazy.

That reminds me. Do you guys have a "funeral chili" recipe to go along with "funeral salad" and "funeral potatoes?"

[Meriweather]

1. Your cattitude
2. Your mathitude
3. Your chilitude

I need improving? You cut me to the quick.

I was thinking more along the lines of:

1. Weeds on north side of the hill.
2. Dresser drawers.
3. ?

[noelle12]

That reminds me. Do you guys have a "funeral chili" recipe to go along with "funeral salad" and "funeral potatoes?"

When you say "funeral salad" are you talking about frog-eye salad? I have had (and enjoyed) funeral potatoes many times. Never had "funeral chili."

[vir doctus]

When you say "funeral salad" are you talking about frog-eye salad?

Joooo take too many purty red pills? :eh:

[Meriweather]

That reminds me. Do you guys have a "funeral chili" recipe to go along with "funeral salad" and "funeral potatoes?"

I didn't even know there were funeral salads and funeral potatoes. Is there funeral chocolate cake--or even better--funeral lemon meringue pie?

[RayMan]

If I squeeze the children's heads until their eyes pop out that's ok right?

We talking about the old "Kids in the halll" bit, or something more permanent?


Biggest thing is, you don't want to leave any marks.


No wait, the biggest thing is you want to do it while mom is off on an errand, then you don't want to leave any marks.

I hope this little discussion concerning squeezing the heads of eight year old girls has been enjoyable and profitable for all of our readers. And Reeders.

[vir doctus]

I need improving? You cut me to the quick.

I was thinking more along the lines of:

1. Weeds on north side of the hill.
2. Dresser drawers.
3. ?

Weeds are misunderstood flowers. Dresser drawers are. Yes, your suckitude appreciation can use much work.

[noelle12]

Joooo take too many purty red pills? :eh:

Oh man, frog eye salad is GOOD! Here's a recipe. (http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Frog-Eyed-Salad/Detail.aspx) Not that I ever make it. I think I made it clear in an earlier post that I'm not too skilled in the kitchen.

I can't vouch for that particular recipe as I've never made it, but I've never had a frog eye salad that I didn't enjoy.

[vir doctus]

No wait, the biggest thing is you want to do it while mom is off on an errand, then you don't want to leave any marks.



And serve ice cream quickly after the event with the purpose of either inducing sweetness amnesia or brain-freeze amnesia. :whistle:

[CID_0687]

We talking about the old "Kids in the halll" bit, or something more permanent?


Biggest thing is, you don't want to leave any marks.


No wait, the biggest thing is you want to do it while mom is off on an errand, then you don't want to leave any marks.

I hope this little discussion concerning squeezing the heads of eight year old girls has been enjoyable and profitable for all of our readers. And Reeders.
No marks, mom on an errand...check.

[vir doctus]

Oh man, frog eye salad is GOOD! Here's a recipe. (http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Frog-Eyed-Salad/Detail.aspx) Not that I ever make it. I think I made it clear in an earlier post that I'm not too skilled in the kitchen.

I can't vouch for that particular recipe as I've never made it, but I've never had a frog eye salad that I didn't enjoy.

Where da rana be? :eh:

[RayMan]

I didn't even know there were funeral salads and funeral potatoes. Is there funeral chocolate cake--or even better--funeral lemon meringue pie?

The Essential Mormon Cookbook will have all you need.

http://www.amazon.com/Essential-Mormon-Cookbook-Potatoes-Combinations/dp/1590382404

[noelle12]

I didn't even know there were funeral salads and funeral potatoes. Is there funeral chocolate cake--or even better--funeral lemon meringue pie?

Funeral potatoes - delicious. Here's a recipe. (http://www.feministmormonhousewives.org/?p=1335) Maybe not so nutritious, but who cares?

[vir doctus]

The Essential Mormon Cookbook will have all you need.

http://www.amazon.com/Essential-Mormon-Cookbook-Potatoes-Combinations/dp/1590382404

Do they have a recipe for Mormon Cricket?

[RayMan]

And serve ice cream quickly after the event with the purpose of either inducing sweetness amnesia or brain-freeze amnesia. :whistle:

And the Hannity Board MOM OF THE YEAR AWARD goes to:

vir doctus!!!!


Sheer brilliance.

[noelle12]

Do they have a recipe for Mormon Cricket?

Call in some seagulls, have them fill their bellies, then go vomit them, then eat some more. Never tried them myself.

[Meriweather]

Weeds are misunderstood flowers. Dresser drawers are. Yes, your suckitude appreciation can use much work.

Weeds and I have mulch understanding between us.

[noelle12]

Where da rana be? :eh:

Frog eye salad has no more frog parts than girl scout cookies have girl scout parts. Didn't we already go over this?

[RayMan]

Do they have a recipe for Mormon Cricket?

Actually, I think Mormons are more into Polo. Or rugby. Can't remember which.

No. I'm sure it's Polo. Rugby is such an impolite sport.

[RayMan]

Do they have a recipe for Mormon Cricket?

Yep.

http://www.elkodaily.com/articles/2003/06/16/community/features/feature2.txt

How to cook a cricket: Members of Boys and Girls Clubs offer creative recipes

By ADELLA HARDING, Staff Writer
Monday, June 16, 2003 4:50 PM PDT

ELKO - How about Mormon Cricket Stew? Or a recipe that calls for melted caramel, chocolate and roasted crickets?

"We've got some awesome recipes for Mormon crickets," Boys and Girls Clubs of Elko Executive Director Fernando Vargas announced tongue-in-cheek at a lunch gathering of boys and girls.

A number of the youngsters in the Boys and Girls Club that meets at Southside School this summer came up with Mormon cricket recipes for fun and in recognition of the waves of crickets plaguing the Elko area.

First place in the "recipe" contest went to Saila Greener, whose recipe calls for 20 crickets, 10 carrots, six potatoes, some peas, pieces of coconut and a little chocolate.

"First, get 20 crickets. Then put your water in and put it on the stove. Then put in your carrots after they are cut and washed. Peel six potatoes and wash them. Then cut them. Add some peas. Put some pieces of coconuts in it and some chocolate. Then stir and cook. When you are done, it's time to eat," she joked.



Second place went to Tyler Hosler, whose untitled recipe calls for 20 Mormon crickets, 1 cup caramel, melted and 1 cup chocolate.

"Melt the caramel and chocolate together and roast 20 Mormon crickets. Then dip them in the mix and let it set," he wrote.

Third place went to Josh Stepic, who came up with a recipe for Mormon Cricket Soup.

"1. First you boil the Mormon crickets in hot water. 2. Next, you add noodles and vegetables. 3. Then, you wait for 5 minutes. 4. You add the broth. 5. You put it in 5 bowls," he wrote.

[RayMan]

Frog eye salad has no more frog parts than girl scout cookies have girl scout parts. Didn't we already go over this?

Well I can guarantee you that I am not spending one cent more on girl scout cookies. That's false advertising is what that is.

[Meriweather]

Every so often I go and visit my user profile. Has anyone ever figured out the friends portion of it? It has always seemed so funny and mysterious to me. I look at "About me." No biography, no location, no interests, no occupation. In other words, I'm not even here, which I'm sure most of you will agree sums me up pretty well. Are all of you who are on my friends list aware that you have an invisible friend? I do stop by and visit every so often--dust you off so to speak. But I don't know what to do with you.

[vir doctus]

http://www.clipartof.com/images/emoticons/xsmall2/1250_viking.gif

[meggers49]

Assistance requested - what is a brand of winter gloves that is known for being very warm?

i don't know a brand either, but mittens that are two layer are generally warmest..... and gloves with thinsulate (sp?) too.

[meggers49]

Hey, don't be dissing the Yankees. I'm a New Yorker by birth, and I never heard of Cincinnati Chili until I moved to Kentucky. I never had cinnamon, nutmeg or cocoa in my chili.

if there's cinnamon in it it's not longer chili but goulash.

[meggers49]

Until today, I've never heard of adding chocolate to chili. Are you sure it wasn't your version of me mixing chili with cheesecake or ice cream?

chocolate in stuff is very mexican/south american......i personally don't do it, but do use baking cocoa to darken gravy......adds no flavor whatsoever and turns it a nice shade of dark brown.

eta: and think of all the anti-oxidants!

[Meriweather]

Morning Devotional


Now the Angel of the LORD came and sat under the terebinth tree which was in Ophrah, which belonged to Joash the Abiezrite, while his son Gideon threshed wheat in the winepress, in order to hide it from the Midianites. And the Angel of the LORD appeared to him, and said to him, “The LORD is with you, you mighty man of valor!” Gideon said to Him, “O my lord, if the LORD is with us, why then has all this happened to us? And where are all His miracles which our fathers told us about, saying, ‘Did not the LORD bring us up from Egypt?’ But now the LORD has forsaken us and delivered us into the hands of the Midianites.” Then the LORD turned to him and said, “Go in this might of yours, and you shall save Israel from the hand of the Midianites. Have I not sent you?” So he said to Him, “O my Lord, how can I save Israel? Indeed my clan is the weakest in Manasseh, and I am the least in my father’s house. (Judges 6:11-15)


A Seedbed of Faith

We often think of Gideon as a great champion for Israel, and he was. But when he was chosen, we found him cowering in the winepress. He was hiding, he was fearful, he was negative, he was doubtful, and he was questioning.

While we might be critical of Gideon, I have found that the only people who never question are those who have been indoctrinated. Sometimes you need to doubt. Sometimes you need to question. In fact, a lot of times uncertainty is the seedbed from which faith grows.

If you are struggling with doubt today, if you have genuine questions, don’t panic. If you are sincerely looking for answers, God will meet you, and faith will spring from the answers you find.

rbc.org

[Meriweather]

Rise and Shine Y'all!


A good morning to all in HannityLand; may your day be blessed.

In another thread, there was talk of "Tales" so now I am in the mood for stories. I was thinking it might be fun to tell an old family story about the good old days. But you know me. I'm easy. A story about anything will do. Here's one my grandfather told us. I like it because it involves school.


Grandpa and his friend, Larry, used to ride together to school on Larry’s horse. It was about a two mile ride from the farms into the grade school, and many children made the trip on horseback. They would tie up the animal outside the school house doors. One day arriving just outside the entrance, Grandpa dismounted while Larry was still on the horse. "Someone," Grandpa would tell us (with a twinkle in his eye), “slapped the horse on the rump, and into the classroom charged the horse with Larry still on board."

[meggers49]

rise and shine my foot!! I'm going to bed. See you guys later.

[Meriweather]

rise and shine my foot!! I'm going to bed. See you guys later.

Sweet dreams. We'll try to keep it down in here.

[vir doctus]

A good morning to all in HannityLand; may your day be blessed.

In another thread, there was talk of "Tales" so now I am in the mood for stories. I was thinking it might be fun to tell an old family story about the good old days. But you know me. I'm easy. A story about anything will do. Here's one my grandfather told us. I like it because it involves school.



According to a biography about my father which I penned in 5th grade, one of my father's chores as a lad growing up in South Dakota was to walk thirty miles to town to buy ice. He would then return home in the ninety degree temperature with a block of ice on his shoulder. :whistle:

[noelle12]

rise and shine my foot!! I'm going to bed. See you guys later.

Hey, me too! Oh, wait. I never leave bed any more.

[noelle12]

Favorite family story. My brother B was in 4th grade, where he had an assignment to write a letter to somebody. He wrote to my brother M who was living in MT at the time. Just a little background information.

We always had cows when I was growing up, anywhere from 1 to 3. Jerseys, to be exact. When they were younger they, had the moniker "the heifer." After having a few calves their name changed to "bossy," and when their kids started having kids the name went to "grandma."

So here is B's letter.

Dear M,
Grandma seemed like she was pretty sick, so Dad was going to kill her. But it turns out she was just pregnant. It was twins.

Needless to say, B's teacher was pretty shocked, and called my parents to see what kind of insanity was happening at our house. They all had a good laugh when the truth came out.

[Meriweather]

Favorite family story. My brother B was in 4th grade, where he had an assignment to write a letter to somebody. He wrote to my brother M who was living in MT at the time. Just a little background information.

We always had cows when I was growing up, anywhere from 1 to 3. Jerseys, to be exact. When they were younger they, had the moniker "the heifer." After having a few calves their name changed to "bossy," and when their kids started having kids the name went to "grandma."

So here is B's letter.

Dear M,
Grandma seemed like she was pretty sick, so Dad was going to kill her. But it turns out she was just pregnant. It was twins.

Needless to say, B's teacher was pretty shocked, and called my parents to see what kind of insanity was happening at our house. They all had a good laugh when the truth came out.


:)) :)) :))

(And I'm still laughing.)

It reminds me of an assignment my daughter turned in which was about the short life and death of one of our parakeets. She meant to say the family buried the parakeet out in the back yard. Instead she wrote, "I was so upset; I buried my family in the back yard."

[Koushi Shinigami]

and...with ridges for x-tra strength:D

:))

No. Although I made sure they'll get the proper amount of lead. :eek:

[Koushi Shinigami]

I'll be happier, if in about eight hours, I hear you had a deep and peaceful sleep and are feeling much better. However, I am grateful about the computer chips. Good work!

Actually, I did. Best I've slept in a while.


Though, it's difficult to be a cranky old curmudgeon with the proper amount of rest. ;)

[RayMan]

<snip>


Though, it's difficult to be a cranky old curmudgeon with the proper amount of rest. ;)


True dat.

That is why I appreciate my wife and kids waking me up so many times every night making loud noises right outside the bedroom door. Makes sure that I get out of bed grumpy every morning at 4:30.



Bless their darlin' hearts.

[Koushi Shinigami]

True dat.

That is why I appreciate my wife and kids waking me up so many times every night making loud noises right outside the bedroom door. Makes sure that I get out of bed grumpy every morning at 4:30.



Bless their darlin' hearts.

BROTHER!!!!! :hug:

[Meriweather]

Actually, I did. Best I've slept in a while.


Though, it's difficult to be a cranky old curmudgeon with the proper amount of rest. ;)

That's what this place is for. You can come in, find me, play hard, get tired, and leave cranky. I'm here to serve.

[Koushi Shinigami]

:))

[RayMan]

BROTHER!!!!! :hug:

Last night I found a pair of earplugs let over from our last red-eye flight to New York. Put those in when I went to bed and they didn't wake me up once. It was heaven.

I am buying me a box of those things.

[Koushi Shinigami]

Last night I found a pair of earplugs let over from our last red-eye flight to New York. Put those in when I went to bed and they didn't wake me up once. It was heaven.

I am buying me a box of those things.

I find them handy when I take my kid to the roller rink.

[Meriweather]

I just read in another thread that Abe is back in the hospital with a lot of pain. Let's keep Abe in our prayers.

[RayMan]

I find them handy when I take my kid to the roller rink.

Yeah, the Mighty Wurlitzer crankin' out the Hokey Pokey at 110 decibels can get to be annoying.

[Koushi Shinigami]

Yeah, the Mighty Wurlitzer crankin' out the Hokey Pokey at 110 decibels can get to be annoying.

That and Death Metal.

[Koushi Shinigami]

I just read in another thread that Abe is back in the hospital with a lot of pain. Let's keep Abe in our prayers.

Abe, hope you feel better soon.

[Dancer]

Ok, I realize I haven't been around that often lately, but is it normal for this place to be so quiet?

[Meriweather]

Ok, I realize I haven't been around that often lately, but is it normal for this place to be so quiet?

The Religion Forum does seem quiet this morning, doesn't it? It was a little quiet yesterday, too.

It's spring! Gardening time.

[Dancer]

The Religion Forum does seem quiet this morning, doesn't it? It was a little quiet yesterday, too.

It's spring! Gardening time.Not quite gardening weather here yet. Maybe tomorrow though ;)

We are supposed to get a few more April showers this afternoon.

[Mimiheart]

I'm just a little stressed.

[Dancer]

I'm just a little stressed.What's the matter? Can we help?

[Meriweather]

I'm just a little stressed.

I'm here with Dancer, Mimi. What's up?

[Mimiheart]

Sick kid, playing single mother, no money... the usual.

[Dancer]

Sick kid, playing single mother, no money... the usual.:hug:

Wish I could do something to help. :(

[Meriweather]

CID! I need to know how to squeeze a daughter's head until her eyes pop out! I need to instill the fear of God into her!

I started my morning weeding, up at the top of the hill where the weeds were thickest. I was only up there for about a half-hour, when I look down and find that I am literally crawling with ants--some places so thick that skin or clothes could not be seen. So I grab my bag full of weeds and slide down the hill, tearing off my clothes and grabbing the hose because those ants were underneath my shirt, pants--everywhere. I began rinsing off with the hose.

Said daughter comes to the back door and begins laughing.

"Come help me!" I order.
"Oh, no," she tells me. "Not while I'm laughing and you're armed with a hose."

Smart girl.

I'm covered with ant bites, and it still feels like I'm crawling with ants.

[Meriweather]

Sick kid, playing single mother, no money... the usual.

I'm sorry, Mimi. What ails your child?

[RayMan]

CID! I need to know how to squeeze a daughter's head until her eyes pop out! I need to instill the fear of God into her!

I started my morning weeding, up at the top of the hill where the weeds were thickest. I was only up there for about a half-hour, when I look down and find that I am literally crawling with ants--some places so thick that skin or clothes could not be seen. So I grab my bag full of weeds and slide down the hill, tearing off my clothes and grabbing the hose because those ants were underneath my shirt, pants--everywhere. I began rinsing off with the hose.

Said daughter comes to the back door and begins laughing.

"Come help me!" I order.
"Oh, no," she tells me. "Not while I'm laughing and you're armed with a hose."

Smart girl.

I'm covered with ant bites, and it still feels like I'm crawling with ants.


Precious Memories. How they linger.

[noelle12]

CID! I need to know how to squeeze a daughter's head until her eyes pop out! I need to instill the fear of God into her!

I started my morning weeding, up at the top of the hill where the weeds were thickest. I was only up there for about a half-hour, when I look down and find that I am literally crawling with ants--some places so thick that skin or clothes could not be seen. So I grab my bag full of weeds and slide down the hill, tearing off my clothes and grabbing the hose because those ants were underneath my shirt, pants--everywhere. I began rinsing off with the hose.

Said daughter comes to the back door and begins laughing.

"Come help me!" I order.
"Oh, no," she tells me. "Not while I'm laughing and you're armed with a hose."

Smart girl.

I'm covered with ant bites, and it still feels like I'm crawling with ants.

Wish I could have been there. I'll bet it was quite a sight.

[vir doctus]

CID! I need to know how to squeeze a daughter's head until her eyes pop out! I need to instill the fear of God into her!

I started my morning weeding, up at the top of the hill where the weeds were thickest. I was only up there for about a half-hour, when I look down and find that I am literally crawling with ants--some places so thick that skin or clothes could not be seen. So I grab my bag full of weeds and slide down the hill, tearing off my clothes and grabbing the hose because those ants were underneath my shirt, pants--everywhere. I began rinsing off with the hose.

Said daughter comes to the back door and begins laughing.

"Come help me!" I order.
"Oh, no," she tells me. "Not while I'm laughing and you're armed with a hose."

Smart girl.

I'm covered with ant bites, and it still feels like I'm crawling with ants.

:)) :)) :))

Weeds are friends, not foes. Ants know this.

[Mimiheart]

I'm sorry, Mimi. What ails your child?
Well, she's been complaining of a tummy ache, and last night she was up until 10:00 screaming about her stomach hurting.

So I took her to the doctor just now, so of course, it's strep throat.

[Meriweather]

This is interesting. Sources say that Plan B, an over-the-counter "Morning After Pill" is going to become available to seventeen year old girls. It appears that now they need a prescription, and that those eighteen and over must show their ID to purchase the morning after pill. The cost would be between $35-60.

What I haven't yet been able to find information about is why age seventeen if the FDA is going to break away from adult supervision for this pill? How long before the age restriction is sixteen, fourteen, thirteen?

[CID_0687]

CID! I need to know how to squeeze a daughter's head until her eyes pop out! I need to instill the fear of God into her!

I started my morning weeding, up at the top of the hill where the weeds were thickest. I was only up there for about a half-hour, when I look down and find that I am literally crawling with ants--some places so thick that skin or clothes could not be seen. So I grab my bag full of weeds and slide down the hill, tearing off my clothes and grabbing the hose because those ants were underneath my shirt, pants--everywhere. I began rinsing off with the hose.

Said daughter comes to the back door and begins laughing.

"Come help me!" I order.
"Oh, no," she tells me. "Not while I'm laughing and you're armed with a hose."

Smart girl.

I'm covered with ant bites, and it still feels like I'm crawling with ants.
:)):((:))


Poor Meri!!

Now, depending on your strength you can use your hands, but vice grips are effective as well. Grab the child at the temples and squeeze, you'll hear a squeak a pop, and then a ping...once you hear this ping the eye has dislodged from the socket correctly...if you happen to hear a squelch there is no hope of vision being restored.

:hug:

[Meriweather]

:)):((:))


Poor Meri!!

Now, depending on your strength you can use your hands, but vice grips are effective as well. Grab the child at the temples and squeeze, you'll hear a squeak a pop, and then a ping...once you hear this ping the eye has dislodged from the socket correctly...if you happen to hear a squelch there is no hope of vision being restored.

:hug:


How are your two little darlin's doing today?

[Hadassah]

Well, I'm very close to getting this issue resolved. I've done all I can do and I'm praying that it will be enough, cause I just can't do anything else at this point.

[Meriweather]

Attention on Deck!


Everyone HAS to see this post. We're adopting Andy! Not only did he give us a math lesson, he paid us a compliment--all in the same post!


http://forums.hannity.com/showpost.php?p=53209321&postcount=453

The compliment is in the last line, Vir. You must read through the math lesson to get to it. Be strong.

[vir doctus]

Attention on Deck!


Everyone HAS to see this post. We're adopting Andy! Not only did he give us a math lesson, he paid us a compliment--all in the same post!


http://forums.hannity.com/showpost.php?p=53209321&postcount=453

The compliment is in the last line, Vir. You must read through the math lesson to get to it. Be strong.

First post filled with math - don't like it.

Math sucks.

[Meriweather]

First post filled with math - don't like it.

Math sucks.


Tsk, tsk. Such a welcome to a new poster, and after I brought you up from the dungeon and built you a library, too.

[vir doctus]

Tsk, tsk. Such a welcome to a new poster, and after I brought you up from the dungeon and built you a library, too.

There is a reason I am not on the welcoming committee. Next time you come to my library bring a gift and leave the ants outside.

[meggers49]

This is interesting. Sources say that Plan B, an over-the-counter "Morning After Pill" is going to become available to seventeen year old girls. It appears that now they need a prescription, and that those eighteen and over must show their ID to purchase the morning after pill. The cost would be between $35-60.

What I haven't yet been able to find information about is why age seventeen if the FDA is going to break away from adult supervision for this pill? How long before the age restriction is sixteen, fourteen, thirteen?

might as well be since you can get an abortion, or any reproductive care without parental permission at any age. but your kids are on your health insurance to 25 (or older in some cases) if they are in school. You just have no say in their care.... :wall::wall::wall:

one of the reasons I don't work in peds.

[smyrna]

Hitting the road for a few days. Driving many hours through the night to see family. I wish everyone well. Talk to you all in a few days...take care.:razz:

[meggers49]

Attention on Deck!


Everyone HAS to see this post. We're adopting Andy! Not only did he give us a math lesson, he paid us a compliment--all in the same post!


http://forums.hannity.com/showpost.php?p=53209321&postcount=453

The compliment is in the last line, Vir. You must read through the math lesson to get to it. Be strong.

I propose all math posts be directed to Andy. He can at least have vir's and mine.

Secondarily, He thinks we're nice. :snooty: Obviously new and doesn't know us well ;)

Welcome to the Forum Andy....we are a unique bunch. Expect the unexpected! (i'd give you the open arms, but hugging......not so much).

[Meriweather]

There is a reason I am not on the welcoming committee. Next time you come to my library bring a gift and leave the ants outside.

http://www.gourmetsleuth.com/images/mocha_frap.jpg

Thanks for the reminder. The ants have probably crawled off my clothes by now; I should go gather the clothes and toss them in to wash. I was having a wonderful muddy, dusty time up on the hill this morning until I realized that a lot of the mud and dust on me was crawling around. However, the one good thing is that California has tiny, sissy ants. I would have been in a world of hurt if this had happened in Texas--but then I probably would have noticed the ants a lot sooner. As it is, I'm just in a world of itch, and that's faded from most places.

I have another gift for you, too, but it will take a few minutes to fit it into the zoning regulations I adhere to in this thread.

[meggers49]

Hitting the road for a few days. Driving many hours through the night to see family. I wish everyone well. Talk to you all in a few days...take care.:razz:

safe trip smyrna, best to your family.

[Meriweather]

Hitting the road for a few days. Driving many hours through the night to see family. I wish everyone well. Talk to you all in a few days...take care.:razz:

Have a lovely time and a safe journey, Smyrna. We'll miss you!

[Meriweather]

The second gift I promised Vir for her library. It's so "her" don't you all (y'all) agree?

http://i459.photobucket.com/albums/qq312/Lorraine-Elizabeth/tn_Mat.jpg

[Meriweather]

might as well be since you can get an abortion, or any reproductive care without parental permission at any age. but your kids are on your health insurance to 25 (or older in some cases) if they are in school. You just have no say in their care.... :wall::wall::wall:

one of the reasons I don't work in peds.

What gets my back up is that I have this suspicion it's how they think they will soothe parents and others who are against cutting parents out of the loop. Cutting off one year doesn't sound like such a big deal--but I see it as an to attempt to avoid the greater controversy of the government AND pharmaceutical companies working around parental rights and authority.

I see such greedy eyes looking at CHILDREN and thinking, "We can make money here, if we can just get parents out of the way."

[CID_0687]

Attention on Deck!


Everyone HAS to see this post. We're adopting Andy! Not only did he give us a math lesson, he paid us a compliment--all in the same post!


http://forums.hannity.com/showpost.php?p=53209321&postcount=453

The compliment is in the last line, Vir. You must read through the math lesson to get to it. Be strong.
Except for that math thing I reckon we can keep him. He has a good name. But as Lady Vir has pointed out...math sucks.

[Hadassah]

Issue resolved! Praise God! Thanks for the prayers, ya'll! :hug:

[noelle12]

Issue resolved! Praise God! Thanks for the prayers, ya'll! :hug:

Yay!:clap:

[CID_0687]

Issue resolved! Praise God! Thanks for the prayers, ya'll! :hug:
:hug:

[RayMan]

The second gift I promised Vir for her library. It's so "her" don't you all (y'all) agree?

http://i459.photobucket.com/albums/qq312/Lorraine-Elizabeth/tn_Mat.jpg


Thank God Hadassah can spell ya'll correctly. The rest of ya'll are just puttin' the "P" back in pathetic spelling-wise.

[Hadassah]

Thank God Hadassah can spell ya'll correctly. The rest of ya'll are just puttin' the "P" back in pathetic spelling-wise.

I told you, I'm a southern gal at heart. ;)

[terri910]

I'm just a little stressed.
Me, too.

[Meriweather]

Issue resolved! Praise God! Thanks for the prayers, ya'll! :hug:

:hug:

[CID_0687]

Thank God Hadassah can spell ya'll correctly. The rest of ya'll are just puttin' the "P" back in pathetic spelling-wise.
I don't need a left coaster to tell me, a bona fide southern gentleman, to see a Yankee on how to spell y'all. :snooty:

[Meriweather]

Me, too.

Is this job related, Terri?

[terri910]

Well, I'm very close to getting this issue resolved. I've done all I can do and I'm praying that it will be enough, cause I just can't do anything else at this point.
Well, I hope it gets resolved to your satisfaction, whatever it is, Haddie.

I'm beginning to feel as though some things will not be resolved for me until I'm dead. :mad:

[terri910]

Is this job related, Terri?
Partially.

And that part manages to induce stress in other areas of my life.

[terri910]

Issue resolved! Praise God! Thanks for the prayers, ya'll! :hug:
Excellent, Haddie.

I don't know what it was about, but Im glad it was resolved!

[RayMan]

I don't need a left coaster to tell me, a bona fide southern gentleman, to see a Yankee on how to spell y'all. :snooty:


Well hoss, God works in mysterious ways. Don't make Hadassah come down there and Kung Fu your Southern posterior.

[Meriweather]

Partially.

And that part manages to induce stress in other areas of my life.

Then I'll be praying for you.

Do you have the My Way link handy?

[CID_0687]

Well hoss, God works in mysterious ways. Don't make Hadassah come down there and Kung Fu your Southern posterior.
Speaking of my Southern posterior...it's a little larger this evening.

Indulged in the best barbecue in the world this evening.

Had some ribs, tater salad, cole slaw, baked beans, sweet tea, and topped that off with a slice of lemon icebox pie. :drool:

Mighty fine, mighty fine.

[Meriweather]

Speaking of my Southern posterior...it's a little larger this evening.

Indulged in the best barbecue in the world this evening.

Had some ribs, tater salad, cole slaw, baked beans, sweet tea, and topped that off with a slice of lemon icebox pie. :drool:

Mighty fine, mighty fine.

It sounds luscious, CID. It's lasagna for us tonight.

[terri910]

Then I'll be praying for you.

Do you have the My Way link handy?
Of course:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SMM_offGVes

I need to listen to the lyrics. I should start doing things "my way".....

[vir doctus]

The second gift I promised Vir for her library. It's so "her" don't you all (y'all) agree?

http://i459.photobucket.com/albums/qq312/Lorraine-Elizabeth/tn_Mat.jpg

Both gifts suit me, thank you. (The first to enjoy immediately, the second should I ever get the beach house of my dreams.)

[CID_0687]

It sounds luscious, CID. It's lasagna for us tonight.
Sounds much more appetizing than your menu for last night. :sick:

[Meriweather]

Of course:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SMM_offGVes

I need to listen to the lyrics. I should start doing things "my way".....

I highly recommend that. :mrgreen:

[vir doctus]

Welcome to the Forum Andy....we are a unique bunch. Expect the unexpected! (i'd give you the open arms, but hugging......not so much).

You can give him a proper welcome: http://www.zeldaforums.net/forum/images/smilies2/viking.gif

[Meriweather]

Sounds much more appetizing than your menu for last night. :sick:

I'm truly sorry. If I had known your experience with Cincinnati chli included cocoa, apple cider vinegar, and the like I wouldn't have mentioned it. I guarantee you would like my (non-cocoa, vinegar and other yucky ingredients) Cincinnati chili.

[vir doctus]

Issue resolved! Praise God! Thanks for the prayers, ya'll! :hug:

Resolved well, I pray.

[Hadassah]

Me, too.



:hug: :hug: :hug:

[vir doctus]

I'm truly sorry. If I had known your experience with Cincinnati chli included cocoa, apple cider vinegar, and the like I wouldn't have mentioned it. I guarantee you would like my (non-cocoa, vinegar and other yucky ingredients) Cincinnati chili.

Call it Fair Meri Chili - 'cuz it tain't Cincinnati. :snooty:

[blazer]

I told you, I'm a southern gal at heart. ;)

:hug:

[terri910]

I highly recommend that. :mrgreen:
The way I feel tonight I don't even care if I have enough regrets to mention...

"Regrets, I've had a few
but then again, too few to mention"....

Disgusted that I can't say I did what I had to do without exemption.

I want to travel each and every highway.

I'm just about ready to take the blows....