kbois Posted May 28, 2021 Posted May 28, 2021 26 minutes ago, Mikiesboy said: Haha ... it's snowing here!!! We went to bed last night with the AC on... the room we have was kinda stuffy. Froze our tails off this morning. The temp had dropped down into the upper 40s. Oops. I absolutely love the quirky charm this place has. Wonky, uneven floors...everything creaks when you walk (sorry downstairs neighbors!). The heat is a mix of baseboards and cast iron radiators. The windows still have the old pulleys, although they've upgraded from rope to chains. Every room is oddly shaped and has slanted ceilings because of all the dormers. @MichaelS36, unfortunately you'd definitely hit your head on the ceilings. Not tall people friendly. The house was built in 1920 by an owner of one of the local paper mills. It escaped the tornado that blew thru 10 years ago. The mansion across the street got hit. It's all boarded up now. Gorgeous views of the Connecticut River Valley. I'm in my happy place. 3
Kitt Posted May 28, 2021 Posted May 28, 2021 1 hour ago, Mikiesboy said: Cheaper ain't always the best option ... go with the pros is the best thing to do sometimes. And it sounds like it would have cost a lot less to begin with. Yup. My fee for that particular would have been $75. Vet farm call $175 plus the analgesics and antibiotics. 4
spyke Posted May 28, 2021 Posted May 28, 2021 5 hours ago, Kitt said: Good morning all. Happy Friday! Don't know if I told you guys about how a customer found a cheaper (free) ride to the last dressage show, only to end up with a vet call when the horse panicked, the guy tried to strong arm the pony, he reared up and hit his head on the roof of the trailer. Well, said lady asked me how much per visit to "fix" the pony who will now not get on the trailer. I quoted a very low price, cover insurance and gas. Last night was second session. Silly lady paid me double what I quoted! I tried to return the overage but their whole crew ganged up on me! Fixing stupid always costs more than doing it properly in the first place. This is a prime example of false economy. I'm glad that she realizes your value Kitt. Take the money. You know what they say about gift horses, right? 5
Popular Post chris191070 Posted May 29, 2021 Popular Post Posted May 29, 2021 I'm around but it seems not as much as hoped. I had bad pain from my Kidney Stone, so spent time on phone with Doctors. I get to have a 2nd Shockwave treatment on the Stone. So at the moment the pain is being managed with strong painkillers which make me sleepy. Plus I've spent time trying to sort out the last few bits to be emptied from Dad's flat 1 4 2 1
Popular Post MichaelS36 Posted May 29, 2021 Popular Post Posted May 29, 2021 4 hours ago, chris191070 said: I'm around but it seems not as much as hoped. I had bad pain from my Kidney Stone, so spent time on phone with Doctors. I get to have a 2nd Shockwave treatment on the Stone. So at the moment the pain is being managed with strong painkillers which make me sleepy. Plus I've spent time trying to sort out the last few bits to be emptied from Dad's flat I'm sorry this is still troubling you. Take care of yourself, chris. 6 2
Popular Post Wayne Gray Posted May 29, 2021 Popular Post Posted May 29, 2021 9 hours ago, chris191070 said: I'm around but it seems not as much as hoped. I had bad pain from my Kidney Stone, so spent time on phone with Doctors. I get to have a 2nd Shockwave treatment on the Stone. So at the moment the pain is being managed with strong painkillers which make me sleepy. Plus I've spent time trying to sort out the last few bits to be emptied from Dad's flat Man, I'm sorry you're still dealing with this pain. I hope you get the second treatment quickly, and things resolve completely soon. 5 1
Mikiesboy Posted May 29, 2021 Author Posted May 29, 2021 @Reader1810 i made the oatmeal jam squares, except i bought mixed berries (strawberries, blackberries, blueberries, raspberries) and made the chia jam with them...oh man that came out so nice! Lots of great flavour!! 4 1
Site Moderator Reader1810 Posted May 30, 2021 Site Moderator Posted May 30, 2021 1 hour ago, Mikiesboy said: @Reader1810 i made the oatmeal jam squares, except i bought mixed berries (strawberries, blackberries, blueberries, raspberries) and made the chia jam with them...oh man that came out so nice! Lots of great flavour!! Mmmm... sounds delish. 4
Popular Post kbois Posted May 30, 2021 Popular Post Posted May 30, 2021 I spent most of the day with my best friend. She's more like a sister to me really. We had her and her husband over tonight and got take out and played Cards Against Humanity. We laughed so much my sides hurt. I have no idea what set us off but we had one of those episodes where you laugh so hard no sound comes out and you can't breathe. It felt so good. I feel so lucky to have such an amazing friendship that has endured our entire lives. It's rare and I treasure it. We all need "that person" and she's mine. ❤ Have a good night everyone! 1 5
mollyhousemouse Posted May 30, 2021 Posted May 30, 2021 good afternoon friends busy day for me, groceries, laundry, cleaning & meal prep. but it's a holiday weekend so it doesn't ALL have to be done by bedtime. luckily for me there are three sporting events to watch while i work. hope your day is good 2 2 1
Site Moderator Reader1810 Posted May 30, 2021 Site Moderator Posted May 30, 2021 Finished sweeping the patio, so I needed a cool drink. First iced coffee of the year. Yum... 5
mollyhousemouse Posted May 31, 2021 Posted May 31, 2021 well dammit Phil sprayed the yard for mosquitoes today but about 45 minutes ago the heavens opened 🌩🌩🌧🌧 just needed a couple more hours of dry. now He'll have to spray again when the lawn dries out again. right now it looks like we could raise koi out there. ☔ hope everyone had a good day 3 2
Popular Post Mikiesboy Posted May 31, 2021 Author Popular Post Posted May 31, 2021 Had to think about what day it is... 5 1
mollyhousemouse Posted June 1, 2021 Posted June 1, 2021 i hope everyone had a good day & has a peaceful night. see you tomorrow 4
kbois Posted June 1, 2021 Posted June 1, 2021 We finally saw the sun today for the first time since we left Florida. Figures, only one more day left. Hope everyone is having a good week! 3
mollyhousemouse Posted June 1, 2021 Posted June 1, 2021 the almost daily rain, & lack of sun are beginning to affect my mood. we can't even really walk due to the storms & high humidity. what are some of the songs, artists, that you listen to to help? 1
Site Moderator Reader1810 Posted June 1, 2021 Site Moderator Posted June 1, 2021 (edited) 33 minutes ago, mollyhousemouse said: the almost daily rain, & lack of sun are beginning to affect my mood. we can't even really walk due to the storms & high humidity. what are some of the songs, artists, that you listen to to help? This is probably not what you’re looking for, but anytime it storms, and especially with thunder, this song instantly comes to mind. It’s upbeat, and it conjures fond thoughts of B, because he posted it first. Edited June 1, 2021 by Reader1810 1 3
Site Moderator Reader1810 Posted June 1, 2021 Site Moderator Posted June 1, 2021 41 minutes ago, mollyhousemouse said: the almost daily rain, & lack of sun are beginning to affect my mood. we can't even really walk due to the storms & high humidity. what are some of the songs, artists, that you listen to to help? Oh, and his cover of Sounds of Silence is brilliant! 1 3
kbois Posted June 1, 2021 Posted June 1, 2021 9 minutes ago, Reader1810 said: Oh, and his cover of Sounds of Silence is brilliant! This is my favorite version of this song! 4
mollyhousemouse Posted June 1, 2021 Posted June 1, 2021 @Reader1810 thank you 💙 these are both on my playlist. i just love that Sounds of Silence cover. Thunder makes me want to get up. maybe i'll skip to them now 2
Site Moderator Reader1810 Posted June 1, 2021 Site Moderator Posted June 1, 2021 3 minutes ago, kbois said: This is my favorite version of this song! Mine as well. 2 minutes ago, mollyhousemouse said: @Reader1810 thank you 💙 these are both on my playlist. i just love that Sounds of Silence cover. Thunder makes me want to get up. maybe i'll skip to them now Glad I could improve your day, molly. 2
kbois Posted June 1, 2021 Posted June 1, 2021 52 minutes ago, mollyhousemouse said: the almost daily rain, & lack of sun are beginning to affect my mood. we can't even really walk due to the storms & high humidity. what are some of the songs, artists, that you listen to to help? It's back to being overcast today. The sun is supposed to peek in and out today. I'll believe it when I see it. It's been 5 days of cold, raw and rain. Hubby and I had a little spat this morning. Pretty sure the crappy weather contributed. I'll listen to anything upbeat or if I'm by myself I'll put my U2 playlist on. 3
Ryan Jones Posted June 1, 2021 Posted June 1, 2021 2 hours ago, Reader1810 said: This is probably not what you’re looking for, but anytime it storms, and especially with thunder, this song instantly comes to mind. It’s upbeat, and it conjures fond thoughts of B, because he posted it first. 2 hours ago, Reader1810 said: Oh, and his cover of Sounds of Silence is brilliant! Have to admit the Disturbed version of SOS is just fantastic. I think I read that when Paul Simon heard it he was just floored by the execution. Obviously I've heard the Imagine Dragons on the radio, never saw the video. Not sure either video would be good for late night viewing, might induce some seriously weird dreams. Oh and double jointed people have ALWAYS freaked me out! 4
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