lynn, thanks for explaining how to peel a pineapple. But, I've never peeled a rutabaga either, as they're not one of my favorite things to eat. I think I'll go with the pineapple already cored and peeled at the supermarket. I am a bit lazy when it comes to preparing foods. The easier the better is my motto.

nikki, I almost forgot. Went grocery shopping this morning and saw some Life Choice frozen dinners at our Walmart. The only kind they had were 2 different beef dinners. Do they have a lot of different kinds other than beef? I may look for some while in FL to try.

Aleka

I'm taking a quick break from my outdoor activities. I sprayed the outside of the house with bug killer, and I'm helping DH with the roof, but he has some prep work that I am excused from, so I thought this would be a good time to eat a little lunch and catch up on the computer. If he finds me in here, I'm going to be in trouble
Lynn, I printed off the recipe and will make that when we go camping. It sounds delicious. When I have peeled a pineapple, I take a large knife, cut off the top and bottom and cut off the outer skin in large peels, kind of like an eggplant. Then I divide the remaining inside pineapple into quarters and cut out the core from each of the quarters starting from one end and finishing at the other. It's pretty easy to see it and the core is hard. But, I've always found that there is a little bit of eatable pineapple on the core, so the kids use to chew on it like a chicken bone. Now, that it's just DH and I at home, I tend to do that myself. The sweetest part of the pineapple is next to the core.

I better get out of here, later, Nikki

Aleka,
Our WAlmart had those Life Choice Dinners in the about 8 varieties and the other store in town has some other flavors. I think they have 15 dinner kinds and 4 breakfast. I just had a Salsbury steak and it was pretty good, but the Beef Pot Roast was so good, I had to go get the package out of the garbage just to see what it was. It was surprisingly good.
Got to run DH awaits, Nikki

Still raining...

The southern part of NH and parts of MA got 6" of rain overnight. There's a lot of flooding going on and in one city in NH a roof collapsed on a building from all the water on it. We didn't get that much here yet. We're supposed to have that heavy band of rain come in this afternoon but it's supposed to have weakened a little bit. From all the rain we have had we have a lake in the woods behind our house and one in our front yard. Then they're talking about snow Sun. into Mon. and it looks like it won't clear up until Wed., which is the day we're leaving.

We have a Vet appt. later this morning to get Lacee's health certificate for traveling. We had planned on going out for breakfast beforehand, but Lacee would have to stay in the car and we thought it was too cold for that.

nikki, I'm glad to see that those Life Choice frozen dinners have a lot to pick from. I will look for them down in FL. I forget which kind Walmart had, but I was really disappointed to only see 2 beef dinners in the freezer case. I didn't see any frozen breakfast entrees at all, maybe they were someplace else. I did buy some frozen dinners for our supper for 2 nights to make things a little easier. How are things going with the roof?

lynn, are you still getting rain or has the storm left you? We're getting our's off the Atlantic Ocean. We may see some sun Sat. afternoon, then another storm is coming in and that's the storm where we'll see snow.

Hi ANNE, Sugar

Have a good Friday everyone.
Aleka

Good morning,
Wow, that's a lot of rain, Aleka. Hopefully, you won't get as much out of that storm when it passes through, you already have enough. I bet your going to be more than ready to bask in some FLA sunshine when you get there. How do you travel? Do you fly? I doubt I will ever get DH on another plane, because of all the security and waiting. He is not a patient kind of person. DD and I are saving all our extra money (pop can money, extra change we have after shopping, and the odd unexpected money here and there) to go to Las Vegas next year together. After she graduated from high school, I couldn't afford to send her to college, so I told her she could have $1000 or a trip to Vegas. She took the trip and now, all she does is dream of going back. DH went and he was so stressed out (he and DD weren't exactly getting along at that time), he was like a time bomb ready to explode. He says he doesn't want to go back with us, but I bet when the time comes, he will not let us go alone. We don't care and would enjoy it either way. DD has grown up since our last visit out there, so she is not so difficult to be around now. Still, I'm not looking forward to flying again, although, I might fit in the seat better this time, .
All I did yesterday was a lot of waiting and holding things and sometimes getting things. That's what I hate about working with DH. He won't let me do anything, but expects me to be there. I could have easily gotten on the roof and drilled the screws in the sheeting while he put things in place, but he wouldn't let me do that. I know he was afraid that I might have drilled them in too far. Today, his son is coming over to help and I am relieved. DH is not happy with the way he put on the sheets yesterday, they are 1/4-1/2" farther down the roof than he would like. So he's going to take them all back up and reposition them. I am a perfectionist too, so I appreciate that he wants to do the job right, but sometimes, he gets a little too obsessive/compulsive even for me.
I will at least get to exercise again. I was going to do it yesterday morning, but got side tracked and then busy out side. I was going to do it last night, but by evening, my ankle will not bend much and it's so painful, I have no desire to do any more moving. So this moring, I'm going to start doing that second tape. It's intense and I am not going to beat myself up if I can't do the whole thing.
Well, got to get some more in me. I'll check back later, Nikki

Hello again...

Just got back from the Vet. Lacee was not a very good girl in the waiting room. She was growling and barking at a much larger dog having everyone in the waiting room laughing. The little . I told DH that from now on one of us should wait outside or in the car with her because it can be very disruptive at times.

It is now snowing out. It is mixing at times with sleet. The roads are just wet, but it is sticking to the grass.

nikki, we're going to be driving to FL, and we're usually on the road for 2 nights. This trip will be different as we're leaving around noon will only make it to CT so we'll be 3 nights on the road. Our second day we'll be in Va Beach, and we'd rather leave from CT than NH. An 8 hr. drive is better than a 12 hr. one. I too am not very fond of flying and the way things are today, I will only fly if there is an emergency. I especially will not put Lacee on a plane unless I can be assured that she can ride with me in the cabin. But, I think she's too large to fit in a crate that fits under the seat, and I won't put her in the hold. You'll have a wonderful time in Las Vegas with your DD. I have more fun with my cousin when we go to NYC than I did when just DH and myself went. When it's just we girls you enjoy doing the same things together that your DH may not care to do, and vise-versa. Your Las Vegas trip is something to look forward to. Being a perfectionist is something else we have in common. Everything has to be just so. DH is one too and that's when we usually have arguments.

Aleka

Hi Everyone: Well have had a busy day and am now ready to go down for a nap so must keep busy so I will be able to sleep tonight. Enjoyed your posts about being perfectionists, also a problem of mine. There is no way DH and I can do anything together. That is a fight waiting to happen. I also hate flying. It really bothers my ears. Almost weekly we hear of some security breach at Pearson airport and I use it as my reason to never fly again. I have never been to Vegas but DH went a few years back with friends. DD got off a plane from New Orleans the morning of 9/11. She was probabley on one of the last planes to get to her destination. That scared me a lot. It didn't even phase her, Her and her friends like to go on long weekend girls only trips. It has stopped raining but there are all kinds of flooding, so far so good here. They are still calling for sun and 50's tomorrow so I am keeping my fingers crossed. Well I guess I had better get moving. I want to get as much done today as possible. There is a baby sale of "gently used" stuff and I want to get the baby a seat for the bike. Well might be back later.

Hi again,
I'm taking a coffee break. I need the caffiene desperately, it's my nap time too. I didn't get more than a couple of hours of sleep last night. It was just one of those nights when I couldn't get comfortable and settle down to sleep. I finally fell asleep around 2 and then Stripe started his song and dance at 3am, wanting me to get up and feed him and play. Love the cat, but he's a PITA sometimes.
DH would not let me do anything, so after several hours of fetching and standing around, I decided to mow the grass. He didn't want me to do that either, he's afraid I'll hurt myself. I said I am able to do a lot of things and will stop if I can't do it. Funny how he never worries about me doing house work or laundry I'm afraid he was right about the grass, it's pretty hard to do. The yard is not level anywhere and I'm always standing/walking down hill. It's pretty hard on my ankle, so I will not be able to do the whole thing today.
His son was suppose to be here at noon to help, and showed up at 230pm. We are not surprised.
He's got more than 1/2 of the roof on and should be finished up tomorrow.

I've been to Vegas many times. It is not some where you want to go if you cann't walk well. The traffic is horrible and people are always getting run over. To get across the street, you just about have to run. The lights don't say walk for very long and when they turn green for the cars, you better be out of the way. Plus, there is just lots of walking to go places or you can use an expensive cab that will drive you 5 miles out of the way to take you 2 blocks. I'm looking forward to it and yet I'm not. Part of this trip depends on if some major expense comes up in between to make it so I have to use my little stash for something else. There always seem to be something come along.
Lynn, your DD was really lucky that she was able to get off the plane and back home before that happened.

Well, better get back at it. I've got about 1/4 of the yard done and I"m just about done for myself. Nikki

Good evening...

nikki, lynn, I did get a nap in this afternoon. I also had a miserable night's sleep. Lacee was a bit restless and I think it was on account of the rain hitting the windows that got her upset. So, if Lacee doesn't sleep, nobody sleeps. It finally stopped snowing and now it's all melted.

lynn, that's great your DD got to her destination on 9/11. I never really liked to fly that much, but after 9/11 I hope never to get on a plane again. I'm not that leery about getting on a plane, but I am a very impatient person and could not stand going through all the security checks. I think it's wonderful they have the security checks, but I don't like to wait in line.

nikki, trying to cross some avenues in NYC are really bad. Crossing streets aren't bad at all, but some of the avenues are rather wide. Luckily some of them have median strips where you can wait until it's safe to continue crossing.

Have a great evening everyone.
Aleka

Hi Everyone: Got up early to go to a sale we are looking for a seat to go on a bike for the baby. Didn't get one but at least it got moving early. We are waiting for DB and his new lady friend to arrive. I might be closing fast. Well the sun isn't out and it isn't very warm, in fact they are calling for snow tomorrow. I am already for the company and even got everything done. DH hasn't been feeling very well since yesterday so I hope it is nothing catching. Well better get going will br back tomorrow. When are you leaving for Florida Aleka? Did you get the roof done Nikki? Talk to you soon.

I'M BAAAAACKKKK!!!!

Hello everyone: Well my computer problem is solved. I bought a new one.
After talking to loads o people I realized that I could get a new computer
cheaper than having the old one repaired My new computer has windows
XP so its right up to date. It has that brand new smell to it too

I really missed talking to you guys.

Hi Lynn, I would be scared to fly too. Especially from Pearson. Our security
leaves alot to be desired!

Aleka, its going to snow hear tonight. Can you believe it? All our weather
has been really frustrating. I bet you are looking forward to Florida.

Hi Nikki, how are you doing? Sounds like you are well on your way to getting
your garden ready. My mom is dying for the weather here to improve so she
can begin to clean up outside!!!

Great to be back again. Talk to you guys later

Anne.

HI everyone,
Anne, so glad your back. Hope you like your new computer. It's cold here too, but fortunately, no snow.
Lynn, good luck with the hunt for a baby seat. I always loved to go to garage sales in search of finding new treasures.

DH got most of the roof on yesterday. It is really windy today, so he just went up and put in a few more screws to make sure it stays down, then decided to finish it later. There are some trim pieces to put up still and the center cap. I have a small area of lawn to finish mowing today, but I've put it off as the wind is so cold. It is suppose to get down in the 20's tonight. Actually, I should go out there now and finish it. Ok, I've talked myself into it, better get to it, before I get side tracked with something else.


Talk to you all later, Nikki

Good evening ladies,

All our snow has melted that we got yesterday. Today it's been cloudy and raw. It's amazing how much damage was done in the southern part of the state from all the rain.

ANNE, YAY!! You're back! I missed you. Good luck with your new computer. I know you're going to really like it. The one we have is a couple of years old and we have an XP program too. I really like whatever it is we have because DH & I are able to have our own private e mail accounts. We're supposed to get snow tomorrow too with snow showers most of the week. I heard the weather this morning, and this time of year we're supposed to be in the 50's, but only managing the 30's.

lynn, I imagine about now you must be in the process of having your cookout or you are actually having it as I speak. I hope you have a fantastic evening. Sorry you didn't get the baby seat for your bike. You'll find one that will be just right. Good luck in your search.

nikki, did you finish your lawn? All the snow has gone from my garden area and from our front door I've noticed some green shoots starting to come up. Hope the wind dies down for you.

Sugar, whatcha been up to? I miss your posts. Hope you come back really soon.

Enjoy your evening.
Aleka

A quick good evening,
Aleka, I went grocery shopping and found 1 Life Choice breakfast. It was a mixture of scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage and green beans. I have to admit, even the picture on the box looked like something I'd throw in the trash.
Finished the lawn, it didn't take long, probably took longer to talk myself into doing it.
I miss Sugar too. Wish she'd come back. I love to hear about her dogs and garden.
Night, Nikki

I'll start a new thread, Nikki