OMG Jane I just read you were leaving us, I feel so bad , I was just getting to know you and your family, what will we do without you here. I realize that your family is growing daily and you have so much life to live,and with Neal's retirement you have so much to look forward to,I am going to miss you here, its going to feel so strange not seeing you everyday,I do want to wish you all the best to you and family. Is this happening immediately ? I don't know what to say, I just feel so bad,

Hi ladies

Jane~forgot to mention...if you are staying an extended period of time in FL rentals are definitely the way to go. Not sure what they are down there but when we went to Branson we opted for a condo on the golf course instead of a motel/hotel. We were there almost a week and it wasn't much more than a weeks stay in a motel. Plus you have the conveniences of home, kitchen, dining area, living room, separate bedroom and even a washer and dryer! It was nice. Also, thank you for the V-Day card, so cute!

Ellen~I too woke up with a headache. Guess I was too busy earlier to think about it...now that I'm not I'm feeling it again. Probably need some dinner. There was a time I did all the taping and painting in the house...but no more. DH loves to paint so I let him do it all. Before I did it because DH#1 worked nights and I always had the kids in bed early so that gave me something to do, and I loved doing it. Guess now I am a little lazy! So I don't think you are crazy or anal. So what shade of taupe did you go with? I can't remember what the name of the color I am leaning towards. But I have it down to 5 so that is good. Oh...I am not liking the border after all. It doesn't match anything, too girly, frilly and kind of country looking which is what I am staying away from in there. So back to the drawing board. I am thinking about keeping the valances I have (thought they were too dark with the green) and trying to match something to them-talk about anal. I let my DD listen to your DS's music and she liked it.

Kind of quiet around here today. Where is everyone?

Well, take care everyone and I hope you all are enjoying your weekend.

WOW! I am at a loss for words.

Ellen~I was wondering what you were talking about Jane leaving and thought I would check the site once more before getting off the 'puter. Lo and behold there it is...a thread saying Miss Jane is leaving us.

Jane~I really don't know what to say. First Marti is gone a lot with her new job and all and now you. I guess I never thought I would see the day that you would leave. I know you said you would check in once in a while but...it won't be the same and now I will worry about the thread...don't think it will be the same without you...you held it all together.

Hmmmm....think I will go now and let that sink in.

Hi Cristi I guess you knew Jane was leaving, since you didn't seem surprized, well you girls have been with her a long time , so you probably got first hand notice, I laughed when you said you had it down to 5 taupe shades thats about what I was down to as well, are you leaning towards, pink based or brown based or anything in btween I am leaning towards a more brown based taupe what I have now has pink undertones and to me seems a little cold tone wise, so I thought I would try something a little warmer. There is one I like called bar harbour beige from benjamin moore I am going to try that new ulta matte finish, as opposed to the pearl finish I usually use, to give it a richer look , well at least thats what its supposed to do. Which shades did you come up with . To bad the border didn't work out, its so frustrating isn't it, trying to find the perfect fit.Are you going to keep looking or forget about it.Do you have cornice mouldings in your house? Sometimes they add enough of nice touch you don't need anything else, I don't remember when I saw your pictures,. I know just what your going through I am exactly the same way, we make it hard on ourselves don't we, Its neverending isn't it , if only we could live in plain rooms and be happy think of how less stressful life would be, but not nearly as much fun.I think everyone enjoys doing something and we like decorating and all the headaches that go with it.So are you enjoying the green paint now its been in the room for almost a couple of months now,I liked it, it looked really nice. Was it the bedroom or bathroom you are painting taupe,I foget. Are you planning to do it soon? I have a few things to do before I get started, some settling in the house caused some separations between the mouldings and ceiling and it drives me nuts, I have some filling and sanding to do, then I will tape and start. I think probably in the next few weeks,I will begin, I have to get up the nerve and energy to tackle this again so I need to be really sure of the colour before I start. My son got the mastered copy of the cd last night, it sounds a little crisper than the one your heard , but much the same.glad your DD liked it and Thankyou. Anyways it is quiet here tonight, everybody must be out for their pre Valentine dinners. What are your plans do you have any, Me well I'll be home with my kitties, reading a good book I suppose, since I don't have big sweetie just my sweet kids who no doubt will be out with their own sweeties.Wow that was a mputhful. Thankyou for the card Cristi, Its nice to be thought of , and I do appreciate that you do.((HUGS)))
Whats your weather like now, here its cold, but we are getting more sunny days now. Well Miss Cristi I hope you are feeling better, and had some dinner,I think I will go and make some tea, I will probably go read a little and come back later to see who's around if anyone. So have a great night everyone.

I guess you didn't know, Cristi, I was shocked as well just never thought about Jane ever leaving, its going to be different here without her, I feel very sad.

Understandable Jane, we all know you have alot of your plate with family and now keeping Neal in line once hes retired. And I do hope you will make a habit of stopping in as much as you can to visit. I and I know the other ladies will miss you....
big hugs,
Love

Hi ladies,

Here it is - not quite 5AM, and I'm up. Neal said he'd put the turkey in the oven since he's up more than me in the night, but I was afraid he forgot, and got up to check, lol. He did put it in, but now I can't get back to sleep!! My computer refuses to stay connected, so I am doing this in "quick reply" and don't even have bold, lol.

No, I didn't tell anyone until yesterday that I don't want to be mod anymore. It was a hard thing for me to do. I took the job way too seriously to just let it slide while I do other things. And I want to come here because I want to check in, not because I feel as though I have to.

Cristi - please don't be sad! I'll still be around. So did you tape up a piece of the border? Think it's going to be ok? My living room border is so busy that I think I'll have to change it this year sometime. Neal and I are checking out the home rentals in FL. Since we will be taking a grandchild or two with us once in awhile, we didn't want a condo. I've got a link to one we're inquiring about, and if it works out, I'll post a link. It's part of a gated community and is nice. Btw, do you have a new email? Not sure I have your new address. Send it to me if you'd like.

Angie - my maternal grandma was Irish - a Hedrick. I'd like to research the name and see if there are any long lost cousins around over there. How was your evening out? I've never been to a comedy club although there is one right in town. The smoke would kill me, lol!

Ellen - Walt Disney World is for everyone who likes fun - kids of all ages, lol. If you ever get the chance, go! I've been 5 times and plan on going again as many times as I can, lol.

Pam - yep, there's always something going on around here, lol.

I'm looking forward to having the family in today. Found out my son might have to work, so I may not get to see him and his family. The company is a branch of Toyota, and they're getting ready to hire a lot more people. Hope they do this soon!

Have a good one, ladies!!

Girls, excuse me for "budding in" to your thread.

Jane, I just tried to PM you, and your box is full!
Here's my PM...
Jane, I just found out you're leaving us. I've been thinking about you lately, and noticed you haven't been posting with the mods much.
I'm so sorry (for our sakes!), but I completely understand. You're doing the right thing... family comes first, and I really admire you for your decision.
I'm always here if you need me, okay, hon? Don't hesitate to ask for prayers or hugs or anything...
Love you, Jane!
xoxo

Hi Ellis
Is it really You, I used to but in on your threads ,just because of your sweet charming humorous personality came all the way from Ottawa just to talk to our Jane how sweet are you. Hows the weather up there in the land of "no snow" We are going to miss Jane ,she is the sweetest kindess and most compassionate person, I have had the pleasure to meet , although I've only been here about six months, she has made me feel welcome and a part of the Jaded Ladies family. I do understand her decision and respect her for it,family comes first, and one like Janes is a Blessing. I will miss her immensley ,and I hope she will pop in and be with us as often as she can.We Love You Jane


mmmmmmm Jane I can smell big bird from here, I wish I was there having turkey and cherry pie. How sweet is Neal to get up and put the turkey in for you. what a man, I hope to go to Disneyland someday , I know my daughter and her BF want to go , and I know I will always be welcome , well maybe at least till he knows me better, and I become the bad MIL I hope you have a wonderful day with your family today,(((HUGS TO YOU ALL)))
Could you give that pig a kick if your close enough THANKS

Oh, jeez...Jane, we're all going to miss you terribly. Will you still be posting pretty regularly, just not moderating? Because as much as I'll miss you as our moderator/mama hen, I would miss you so much more as a friend who just comes here to chat. I'd miss hearing about your family, your grandkids, your encouragement and inspiration, and...sheesh, everything else.

I had a horrible day yesterday. My youngest will be 14 in March and two days after his birthday his favorite band is coming to town in concert, and he's never been to a concert. They haven't toured in years, and have a huge number of fans. The venue they chose only seats 2000 -- I can't figure out why they picked such a small venue. You could only get the tickets starting at 10 am sharp online, and he was so excited he was going to be seeing his favorite band...and it was impossible to get tickets. The system was busy starting at 9:59, and it was sold out in 9 minutes. What was really awful was it was general admission, no assigned seats, all tickets $30 -- and by 10:30 am, scalpers were selling them on Ebay for $100-$200 per ticket. Some of them were individuals that didn't even live in CA, some were ticket brokers. He was crushed, and got a real eye opener about how greedy people can be. This is the pre album-release tour, so hopefully the band will come back to one of our larger venues after the CD is out.

Next, I had a drain company come out, it was supposed to be about $500 to have an outside sewer access installed, since every year we have to pay them to pull our toilets and run our lines to clear out tree roots, and we just want them to be able to do that outside the house. Well.....from the problems we were having, he said we really needed to have all the lines in the house run, and he was right, it helped a lot, but that was another $450. Then they started to install the outside access, and pulled a huge root out of the main line, but also discovered that the water line is not far enough from the main to meet code -- at least not these days, and our house is 50 years old. But the access they installed wasn't too deep, so it doesn't require a permit or inspection, so far so good. But...then they ran a camera, and showed us sections of the main that are separated and have roots coming through, that are ok for now, but really should be replaced...and if they dig up our backyard, we could be looking at $3700 total -- and definitely an inspection, and they may require us to redo the water line too...AUGHHH!!!! They had to stop working last night but will be back today...in probably about 20 minutes.

And then we had plans to go to a friend's house for dinner and play board games, and DH didn't feel like going -- we'd had plans for about a month, and I wasn't going to cancel on them at the last minute. I was kind of embarrassed, but I brought the kids anyway and we had fun...played Cranium, which was a scream, and ate pizza, and I had a couple of beers and felt better after a pretty rotten day.

Love you guys...please don't go away, Jane -- who else will give me tea and sympathy and a gentle kick in the butt when I need it?????

Katiecat

Jane ,your leaving us. Wahhhhh. Who will be our Mod?We can't be left on our own. We need supervision. Someone to keep us in line. Really though, I know you'll be checking in and I think you doing the right thing. You have new adventures ahead .

Ellen. love the hat. Is that one of yours? How are you getting along with those babies? Good idea with the drapes.

Katiecat,what is this your talking about the drains? I get my drains cleaned every now and then but it doesn't cost anywhere near that. RotoRooter does it for around 50$.

Girls, here is the latest on the x sob. He can't hold down any food and can't control his bowels. But he won't let DS help him shower and clean him up either. They are going back to the hospital Monday and DS thinks they'll be keeping him. He's decided to get a Power of Attorney to handle affairs and hopefully be coming home by the end of next week. Will this never end? I've lost all sympathy for the old man. If it wern't something he had no control over it'd be differant.This is something he's done to himself year after year,regardless of warnings and all it has cost him. It's not only himself that has paid the cost for his self indulgance but myself and mostly our son. I am so done feeling sorry for this man.

Hi Girls!!!

Well, where to start!!!!!!1
First off JANE????Leaving us???? I didnt see this coming. I know you have always been very dedicated to this post and to us girls!! I look forward to hearing your family stories all the time, but I can understand that there are alot of us to keep up with now and that you have other priorities..So I hope you will at least pop in to let us know how you're doing....
ALSO, CRISTI, AND JANE, THANK YOU for the valentine cards...That was sweet!!!
Well girls, I was very disappointed this morning, got on the scale for the first time in 2 weeks and hadnt dropped one stinkin pound!!!! I have been working out so hard, eating lots of fruits and veggies, no snacking , and nothing.. I couldnt believe it...DBF says Im definitely dropping inches, but still lbs is what I want to be seeing, so guess Im gonna have to really cut out the extras!!
We had my friends two boys last night for a sleepover, gave them their Valentine goodies this morning , they just went home, thank god!!!! We love them but sometimes the oldest one is a big handful!!! Hes 5 and sometimes very uncooperative....Didnt get much sleep last night, needless to say.
Oh well, have to finish laundry, go to the gym, and work on some schoolwork today....Hope you are all having a nice Sunday!!!

Julie

Good Sunday Morning Ladies~

Jane~I am sad and will be sad. I kind of figured once Neal retired we wouldn't being seeing much of you and I was trying not to think about it. But didn't expect it this soon. Anyway, you best check in as often as you can missy. I see about the rental...for some reason I was thinking you guys were going to go down there for like a couple of weeks but guess you guys are talking longer. Don't like condos eh? Have you guys thought about a time share? V and I talked about one in Branson-we love the place and that is what the condo was that we stayed in, very nice. It was cool because that was the second time I stayed in a condo there (the first time was the kids and I before I met V) and they have a guest book for people to sign which was interesting to read all the comments and where everyone came from. Didn't like the border after all...okay, I did like it, it just didn't really match anything. Guess I am a little anal about things matching. Not so much everything in the room matching but since I have the darker valances and pillows on the couch that match I just thought that the border should at least go with the color in the room-it had green in it. I think I let V talk me into that one. So I ordered one that matches the valances. And I think once we put the wood floors in the kitchen and dining area it will all look good. Enjoy your turkey dinner with the family today.

Ellen~the color I think I have picked out is called Mesa Tumbleweed where do they come up with these names? Looks nothing like a tumbleweed, or the color of one I should say. I am going toward the brown tone, not liking the pink tones. It is the bedroom, hallway and front and kitchen door leading to the garage that we are painting. I am hoping soon, like in about 2 or 3 weeks. About the border...going to take that one back and already ordered one at JC Penney. I liked the border but would have to change the valances which I like but didn't like at first with the green. The border is Waverly and matches the valances-decided to go that route. At least they will match everything else. Yes, I am loving the green. It is going to be perfect in the summertime with the sun so bright. With the yellow and the sun we get in those rooms, man it was BRIGHT! The green definitely toned it down and I love how everything looks good together. And you are welcome for the card. Have no special plans for V-Day. DH has to work, bummer. We did go out to eat Friday night tho, nothing fancy. I too love your avatar and was wondering if that is your hat in your house, just kept forgetting to mention it-so cute!

Angie~how did your tea go?

Pam~well, I just know how bad you are missing Eddie. Hope he gets everythng worked out soon so he can come home. Know what ya mean about having no sympathy for the ex. It's hard to when you know they did that to themselves.

Katiecat~I hate when that happens. Of course being here in this little town there is hardly ever a concert that sales out. Maybe next time they come DS will get to see them. So sorry to hear about the sewer line problems. It amazes me how a simple job can turn into a major one. Hopefully it doesn't for you. Glad you finally had a relaxing evening with friends.

I woke up to the biggest surprise. First when V came home yesterday he brought me roses and they smell oh so good, and are really pretty. This morning there is a gift bag of goodies for me What a great day before Valentines Day! Anyway...I almost fell down the stairs in the garage yesterday and man am I hurting today. I was on the third step reaching to get a vase off the shelf and not thinking went to step down and lost my balance thinking I was on the first step. Twisted my back and pulled something in my leg trying to catch myself from falling-didn't want to fall, now I am a little sore today. Geez, I need to be careful. Just going to relax today and get some reading done. Almost finished with my book.

Take care ladies and I hope everyone has a wonderful day today!

EDITED to say HI to Julie. I wouldn't worry about not having a loss, I know easier said than done. But if you know you did good with the eating and exercise then that's all that should matter. And like DBF said you are loosing inches so that is good. Although, I am like you also...I want the pounds to be gone, forget the inches! I think you are doing an awesome job so keep up the good work Miss Julie. And you are welcome for the card.

so Im sitting here in rollers and freaking out. I don't really want to wear this dress. It shows too much of my body...*sigh So as a deversion Im going to dress like what a lil girl would if she got into her mom's makeup and jewellery...what do you think? bright blue eye shadow not put on right, red lip stick...lots of mix matched jewellery. I know the hat alone would be enough to distract but thinking as humour I could do the makeup thing.

Good Afternoon Everyone

Well Miss Jane all I can say is you best be chowing down on that turkey and Cherry Pie , because after that news about you leaving yesterday, I sabatoged my diet, I'm an emotional eater I do hope you have a wonderful day, but now that the news has sunk even farther into my thick brain, I'm a little upset with you, leaving us alone , in the in the cold deep freeze of winter, please visit with us often .pleasssssssssssssssse I will write you poetry , did I scare you away?We will surley MISS YOU

Hi Pam~~ Thats a shame,all thing never ends, why did they release him from the hospital wouldn't they have made sure that he could was able to function before they let him go home, it dosen't make sense, Poor Eddie this is a lot to deal with ,especially with him not being close with his Dad. Sympathy does wear thin Pam and you have every right to feel the way you do,especially when you watched and suffered the consequences for years.Mine has been causing me some grief the last while , he acts the same as Susan's Mike competing for the kids attention, he makes me sick,he never even gave them basic necessities when they were growing up food clothes, heat electricity, and he thinks he's the best father to walk the earth.I can't even stomach the sound of his name.ok enough about him. I will be happy for you when Eddie comes home,and life goes back to normal. People like that have a way to creep back into your life wether you want them or not, You have come to far to let this consume you, he isn't your responsibility Pam.((Hugs)) rant rant rant

Hi Cristi~~Don't be so sad, Jane will be close by,It won't be the same though ,and I know for you girls that have been with her the longest its very hard.Jane is family I like the sound of your paint colour , I know I wonder who sits around and thinks up these names, if they related to the paint colour, , It might make sence .but for the most part, they don't.I think its to confuse us even more than we already are Matching the border to the valence is a good way to go, my kitchen curtains and wallpaper match, and I picked a gold and white stripe fabric from a colour in the floral fabric to make a 3in band around the curtains, then I made bows for the curtains , placemats napkins and breakfast cushions all out of the stripe .I didn't make them my friend did.This spring I am adding the green and white gingham tablecloth to the mix which has the same green as the wallpaper, and I have another different look.I usually do pink and green dishes in the spring and summer.Thats what I like about neutral shades you can change dishes and decorations with the season,and they all look beautiful, yet another reason I went back to the taupe,I think I'm going with Bar Harbour Beige Cristi, it has a gold undertone,which seems to blend well with the drapes.which also have a gold undertone. I just hope its the right choice.I may dilute the colour just a touch in the hall, stair wall ,and upper landings ,it will depend how light or dark if appears on the walls in the livingroom. No surprize I also have taupe in my bedroom, but I may change that someday, it has pink undertones and although it works well with the vintage mahogany furniture and floor I think I might like something different,maybe a warm rich cream shade, I have time to make that decision , I have alot to do before I get up the stairs.I'm glad the green is working out for you, I wish I had your windows, although I have big windows per room, the large trees on the one side of the property prevents the sun from shining directly into the house, which is one thing I miss from my other house, which like yours was filled with sunshine,. Wow Cristi your V sounds like quite a romantically sweet man, I watched
Sleepless in Seattle yesterday, I love that movie and watch it whenever its on.I haven't seen the Notebook but have read it I would love to see that to. Well it sounds like your having a wonderful Valentines Day early , to bad V's working though, but he is making up for it with Love. ahhh sweet romance , on days like these its lonely for me, but then I was never taken out on Valentines day or Anniversaries and we were engaged on Valentines Day how strange is that.Oh memories, some are better left unthought. OMG Cristi I just went back to your post and somehow I missed that you hurt yourself, Oh I hope that your alright, I have done that , twisted my back, and it hurts awful doesn't it, get plenty of rest ,and don't be reaching for stuff, on the stairway, I know I do the same thing and there are to many close calls. I hope you have a nice day.

Hi Julie~~ How frustrating is that I know, don't worry its still a pound might be a stinkin one , but one just the same, Are you drinking tons of water, because that flushes out the fat, when I'm slow on the water , the weight doesn't move, so drink drink drink, and when you have had enough drink somemore, It will go all your hard work and committment will pay off , you'll see.((HUGS))

HI Katie~~Whats your sons,favourite band.That happens all the time, its frustrating I know, my kids are always at concerts,I hope they do come back at a larger venue, or you will have to camp out with the kids for days,waiting in line so pack your sleeping bag and lunch Katie I know we will all miss Jane but I will be happy to give you tea and sympathy , as well as a kick in the butt wether you need it or not Wow the cost is ridiculous,my neighbours always have tree root troubles and roto rooter is at their house frequently , I hope that I don't have those problems, I have huge trees about ten feet away from the side of my house on one side. I am glad being with your friends salvaged your day, its good to have them isn't it.

Hi to Everyone Else Marti ,Susan, Katy ,Angie, Jenn ,Dianne, Doreen, Mindee,Kathy ,Sue, Ann: Holy did I forget anyone, Have a wonderful day I will check back in later I'm and depressed so I'm off to rest, be back later meanwhile you girls have a wonderful day,((HUGS))

Hi Angie~~ What ever you decide will be wonderful, how could you miss,I love the sound of that, but I'm sure you need no distractions from yourself you are beautiful, and I'm sure the dress only accentuates that fact , Hows that for an image booster, Have a wonderful time Angie ((HUGS))

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