back for a minute - I changed my avatar ( again)

Had a great chat today - the Wednesday time seems to be good!
Sorry we missed you Cristi - maybe next time

UPDATE!!!

Hey all, well bad news!!! The doc washed his hands of our situation, said everything he can do checked out alright and that we should seek the help of a fertility specialist!!! VERY DISCOURAGED TONIGHT.... DBF's health coverage wont cover him to see a fertility doc!! So we're down in the dumps. Everything always has to be so tough for us, it could be the simplest thing, and it turns into a fiasco. They ruled out any hormone issues, and said the testosterone was fine....so now what???? I was just really hoping for a bit of good news..... My hair came out nice, but it doesnt even matter now after finding this out.......just really upset I guess.......

See yas later
Julie

Ellen Oh if I was there I would be giving you a big hug...and sharing your tears.
hugs,,,,

Sorry I missed chat. It is still a cold and windy day in Las Vegas. We will be here until the 18th and then will be back home for the holidays. Hope it is warmer here when we come back out on the 1st.
Yes, the family trouble does involve my divorced daughter in CA. She was let go from her job because of downsizing. Then DGS is having a bad time in school..not doing his work, etc. She doesn't know where to turn with him or finances. It is just frustrating. Would love for her/them to be able to move back home, but it isn't going to happen due to the divorce. Prices are so high where they are and would be so much lower at home. Plus having family to babysit would help her. I sure wonder about divorce laws that allow one spouse to be living high and the other to struggle with everything. The little one has adjusted really well, but the teen is having a bad time of it. Breaks my heart.

Good morning ladies!!

To Ellen, Sue and Julie - I am so very sorry for your troubles, ladies!! And right before the holidays, too. If I could, I'd give each of you a big ol' hug, and a shoulder to cry on. I just hate to see a Jaded Lady in distress, and here there are 3 of you at once!! Once again, I'm so sorry...

Cristi - I'll have to check out the HB meal maker. Regarding Molly and the hat, she only left it on long enough for me to snap the photo. And that was with a promise of a cookie, lol. She was sitting up in my chair for the shot - a place she isn't normally allowed, so she was apprehensive about the whole thing, lol. Sorry you missed chat! We were in the chat room when you posted your 1:30 ish post (which is 2:30 my time) - don't know why you couldn't see us?? Then I PMed you to join me there later, but I guess you didn't get it in time. Btw, thanks for the ecard!

Katy - love the new avatar!! How sweet!!!! I checked out the PS site - !!! At least my nipples aren't like Tara Reid's!! I have to say, I would still like to do it, though.

Marti - love your new avatar, too! It's strange after all this time to see you with a different one. Love it!! Yep, we had fun in chat - you girls are crazy, lol. That's why I love you guys, lol.

I'm doing my grocery shopping today and taking Madison with me. The girls are over their colds, and have cabin fever, lol. I sat and recorded Rudolph last night on TV, with my finger on the pause button, and for 1 hour, paused out the commercials, lol. The DGDs will love that!!

I finally finished my Christmas cards, but won't mail them for a week or so.

Not much else is new... bbl,

Morning ladies~

Was going to say good morning but doesn't seem to fit today with so many having troubles, which I am very sorry to hear about (Sue, Ellen & Julie). HUGS to you all.

Jane~I was on at 1 but was playing with my signature, and then played around with it after I posted. Didn't get your PM till I checked in last night around 8'ish. I will try and make chat next week. Can't say for sure as I never know what's going on till the day before or day of so...Forgot to mention yesterday about my arm-it is fine. The thing with it, which is weird, is it can hurt for a few days and quit or it will hurt for weeks or months at a time straight and then nada. Of course there are a few okay days in between sometimes. The pain will still be there just not as strong. But for now, it is fine, knock on wood. I didn't record Rudolph last night but I did watch it-love the old classics. Saw Charlie Brown is coming on next Tuesday-love that one. Of course I have the video so can watch that one anytime. Need to find them as I am in the mood for A Christmas Story and Christmas Vacation.

Anyhoo...getting ready to head to the mall and do a little bit of shopping. Will finish off DD and possibly DS#2. Have no clue what to get DS#1 as he went shopping for things not too long ago and doesn't need anything, silly boy. I will find something though. I told V I want nothing because we have gotten so much in the last two months and that is more than enough, especially with the car. Actually, we are going to decide on an (small) amount and buy each other one thing and I would like to make it a special gift for him, don't know what but figure if I keep looking I will find it. Well, gotta go...try to have a nice day everyone.

Good Morning Everyone

Jane
Thankyou once again for your kind words I so appreciated them all,I don't think we can ever be prepared but even though she was making small improvements I knew in my heart.I am happy that we brought her home and had some extra time with her ,but at least I know that she isn't suffering anymore. So happy the girls are over their colds ,and can enjoy the season,I suppose Madison is excited about spending the day with you .Rudolf is such a cute story one I still enjoy watching, but I really am a kid at heart.You are such a good Grandma pausing out all the comercials, did you need to put that finger on ice You are so productive ,with all your Christmas card done and ready to go,I had better get a move on .I hope I can join you girls in chat next time if you'd like me to .Have a wonderful time today and take care of that finger. PS: Whats all this Boobie talk ,what did I miss, do tell
Hi Angie
Thankyou so much ,Its amazing how much heartfelt words can help to heal the heart ,and I appreciate all of them. I am Happy to hear your boys are doing better,and you can enjoy your family now, and only worry about the usual things we all worry about as parents. Have You any snow up there ,whats going on it looks more like spring out , and that really puts a damper on the holiday decorations. Soon enough it will be all white and I suppose we will be complaining about that to eventually What are your plans for the day ,are you cutting down your Christmas tree single handed ,and chopping the firewood ,You are such a busy lady I can only imagine whats next on your agenda Have a great day Angie..
Hi Cristi
Thankyou again for your warm and thoughtful words, they are greatly appreciated.I am relieved that she will not suffer anymore and she is now under the tree in the garden with her sister Nisa .On a happier note I hope , I will get my pumpkin cheesecake recipe to you and I really do hope you try it and like it.Sounds like you have a busy day planned ,shopping is for the most part is fun except that the malls are so crowded,I hope you find the gifts you are looking for ,some familys member are difficult to buy for aren't they.Its nice that you feel so blessed in your life,what more can you ask for than that.I hope you find a grill to your liking they sure are handy appliances.I am glad your arm is feeling better ,knock on wood , I have some of those lingering aches and pains to that are never ending. Have a great day Cristi.
Hi Katy
I think your looking mighty fine from here not so sure about your explanation with all this surgery talk I'm still thinking Swan or at least chickadee but I will believe you ,your children are so cute ,no wonder your MIA where else would you want to be with those faces to look at it, I'm sure they keep you mighty busy as little ones do ,I agree with you about then swans looking like drag queens ,don't you find they all look the same ewwwwww I think if you are going to do anything like that it should be to have a better looking YOU not someone else entirely it must be so weird for their family members don't you think. Any way I hope you get your tummy tuck, our bodies go through so much as woman we deserve to look good,
and it goes a long way to how we feel as well ,now I wish I could do something ,but theres just so much to do
Hi Sue
I am really sorry to hear about your families misfortunes right now ,Its hard as a parent to watch our children suffer,I pray that everything turns around for your family and that everyone is happy. I think its alway harder on the older children since they have a grasp on whats really happening,fortunately the little one can be spared the pain.((( Hugs to you all )))I don't think its appropriate to say have a great day ,under the circumstances but I do hope for happier days for you.
Hi Julie
Sorry to hear about your bad news,its even harder duriing the holidays when feelings are so magnified.I know that this might sound trivial to you ,but sometime when you least expect it and your stress levels are not so high amazing thing happen .If is meant to be, it will happen ,I know its hard waiting for something you want so bad,it will be all the more prescious when it happens,so keep your hope ups as hard as it seems right now (((HUGS)))
Hi Marti
ThankYou for your kind words and hugs,I appreciated them so much. Have you decided what you are going to do about going to your Grandpa's house yet. It was good that you finally tracked him down busy man that he is although thats probably really good that he his.Relatives what can you do ,some are just , well there , oh I know theres a word for it , but I can't ,oh maybe I will , no I had better not , lets just say irritating Don't let anyone put a damper on your day or your life ,do what you think is best for You Jhanai and James and the rest can fight it out among themselves ,decorate your house have a wonderful happy loving experience life is to short for anything less. (((HUGS and don't worry)))Jhanai is absolutely beautiful.
Hi Susan
Although I don't know much about filing response and all the court jargin I am glad for you that things are moving along on your behalf, there is nothing more prescious than love and happiness ,so do all you can to hold on to what you have found and make it happen .As Katy said this time next year, hopefull y the past will be gone and a new life will have begun . Have a great day.
Hi Mindee
How are you doing I hope you didn't think we were all ganging up on Tommy ,I think everyone realizes, although , it may not have been the ideal job ,none the less it is a job that could benifit your little family ,till the right one comes along,I hope that everything is going well for you guys , Brandon is such a sweet baby.did you get your Christmas tree up yet? I am anxious to hear about his response to the lights,I'm sure he will be mesmorized by them Have a wonderful day Mindee.
Hi to Everyone Elses
I hope you are all having a wonderful day


*ELLEN*

Hello everyone--

Ellen--I'm so glad that you got to take your kitty home and spend her last moments with her. Whether it be a relative or a loving pet, when it's time to go, being home and surrounded by loved ones is the best way. Sending more hugs your way!

Cristi--Hope to see you next week for chat. But I know what you're saying about not knowing what's going on. I hope you get all your shopping done today. I have yet to figure out what to get James!! That's starting to get to me. I think I better start picking his brain and seeing what he's wanting. I really need to get to town today and shop for necessities.....almost forgot that I needed stuff!

Jane--My advatar is too small. I need to play around with it more. Now tell me your secret....do you use the Photobucket when you do yours? Thats what I did and I edited it until it fit.....but I don't like the size.....It is different after having my mug shot on there this whole time isn't it?? But I have to say, I was tired of that picture!!

Sue--Oh my....I wish we could help. Sending you lots of hugs. Divorce is a hard thing to go through. My thoughts are with your family.

Julie--I'm so sorry you didn't get the news you were wanting! Make sure you get a second opinion from another doctor before you start spending money on fertility specialist. You never know, another doctor may find something the first didn't. Big hugs for you Julie!!! (((((HUGS)))))))


Not knowing what I'm doing today ladies......I need to take a shower. Get some bills paid, head over to walmart for some things I need and go to the grocery store for food. So much to do BEFORE work!! And tomorrow I go in early for work so I can get off early!! Yeah!!!

I better get myself going. Time flies when it's limited!!

Talk to you all later.

Hi everyone

Just popping in to say that I miss you all, but we hope to be all moved and settled shortly. Trying to get all the fences fixed so that we can move the horses. Get the house all set up.

Well I also will try and get our computer set up this week also.

Kathy

Hi Kathy
So Glad to hear from you.if you need help mending fences, that sounds funny ,call Angie shes like wonder woman ,most amazing galI have ever heard of.She's multi talented and has amazing skills,and Angie of all trades if you will. I didn't know you were moving ,hope your settled soon ,and have your house all set up in time for Christmas .do you go on sleigh rides with your horses that would be so much fun . Its so good to know you are doing well. have a great night and hope to hear from you again soon *ELLEN*

Hi Everyone
Well remember all that exercizing I did the other day ,now all my joints hurt,now what the heck good does that do,might have overdone it just a tad even my wrists hurt and I couldn't even move ,my back hurt so much this morning ,but thats almost an everyday thing now.Oh no maybe I'mmmm getting " OLD" when did that happen must have snuk in there when I wasn't looking I think I need some of that sprucing up everyones talking about,maybe I will one of those shows and see if they can help me ,oh who am I kidding they would probably go broke ,Whats everyone up to tonight did you notice that Kathy popped in, hmmm I was just thinking she left shortly after I came do you think , nah!! oh oh. could it be me, Did everyone have a nice day, ahh ,where is everybody ,no one to talk to ,come on you guys,stop hiding I know your in there somewhere Ok then, I guess I will go find some advil ,this exercizing is painfulmaybe a nice hot cup of tea would help ,would anyone like some I will call you when its ready OK

Good Evening

Julie- Very sorry about your medical news. I am not sure who wrote it but I agree that when you least expect it - wonderful things happen. Take a deep breath and take the time to enjoy the holidays. HUGS

Ellen- Very sorry about Snookie - hugs to you as well. Always a tough thing to lose a "pet family member" . The Pumpkin cheesecake sounds yummy- someone send me the recipe! My email is the same BUT for the 39 has been changed to 40.
Does that make since???

Sue You are such a good mother. I am sad to hear about your daughter and her family- especially during the holidays. Prayers for you all.

Kathy- YAY- happy to see you posting. Hope you pop in more - not that I do .....lol. Anyway- wonderful to see you

Mindee- Hey- hope you are in hanging in there!! Hugs to you and Tommy. My only thought is that it is better to look for a job when you have a job. Maybe let the $300 a week just be a stepping stone just a thought.....

Angie- Hey...........lol. Sorry about your friend Becky- praying that she ok. HUGS to Brandon- received his photo awhile back- what a cutie!! They grow up so fast.

Marti- Love the picture of Jhanai, what a beauty! Your grandpa is a sweetie, you are so lucky to have him in your life. Enjoy him

whew.............am I almost there???????

lol

Katy- Hi!! Love your pciture too- you guys are so smart. I can never figure that dumb thing out. I want boobs and tummy tucks!! Think someone should write Oprah and ask her if she would foot the bill for the Jaded Ladies....
lol

Cristi- Hi, how are you ?? How is the wrist?? I really do apreciate what you wrote about how you and Vince met. Means a lot to me

Jane- Ma Jane!! hi..........lol........pooped out. Hope I am not missing anyone (Shanna- miss you!!!) but I need to get back to work.

Had a great meeting with a lawyer last night and she gave me a lot of encouragement! Going in the morning to file.
Just was too tired this morning and I had to do laundry - so in the morning.
Rocky is a dream. It is going to cost $600 to start the process with a lawyer and he offered to send it. NOT going to let him but it was sooooooo sweet that he offered without even blinking an eye......

better get!!

ta ta

Good morning ladies.....

I thought I would pop in and say hello before I go to bed. It's 3:30 and I'm not really tired, but I will be once my head hits the pillow.

Kathy--Glad you popped in! I didn't know you were moving either....did I miss that news? How far did you move? Hope to hear from you more! Come back when you have more time.

Ellen--I was hiding....behind a computer at work. Your muscles are sore today are they? Unless it's extremely painful, it's ok. You're body will love you later on when you're all trim and sleek!

Susan--Rocky is a sweetheart to offer you the money....wonder what he's going to give you for Christmas???....bet it's going to be something sweet and romantic! Glad you got some encouraging news! I know everything will work out wonderfully for you.


Well I really must get myself to bed. Wash my face first unless I want to see my face staring back at me when I wake up!! (too much makeup!)

Night!

TGIF!! Not that I work outside the home, but Neal and Katie can sleep in tomorrow, lol.

Cristi - thank you for the angel card. How sweet! I think men are hard to buy for, too. Neal wanted an electric chain saw, so that was his big item from me. Of course, he can always use casual shirts/sweatshirts. He goes out to the shed in them, to just check on something, and the next thing you know, he has battery acid or something on them! I bought 5 Christmas movies last night. Well, Samantha was 1 - not really Christmas. It was the only one left! Comes with a treasure chest and a locket. Also bought Charlie Brown's Christmas, Dora's Christmas, Mickey's Twice Upon a Christmas, and Eloise at Christmas. Gonna pick up Mackenzie-the-five-year-old after kindergarten to watch a couple of them.

Ellen - yep, my finger's in a splint, lol. JK! Missed you in chat Wednesday, and I didn't make it to chat last night. Wonder if anyone else did? Anytime you see that I am online here, if you PM me, I will join you in the chat room. That goes for any of the JLs. About the boobs - my are way too saggy after losing 82 1/2 pounds. Here's my theme song: "Do your boobs hang low, can you toss 'em to and fro? Can you tie 'em in a knot, can you tie 'em in a bow? Can you throw 'em over your shoulder like a Continental Soldier, do your boobs hang low? " ......LOL!! It's not like they were perky before, but now it's ridiculous!! I like the saggy better than the fat, though! However, I am still overweight - just not as much, lol. Hope your body is feeling better today!!

Marti - I use an avatar resizer that I copied to my desktop. Not sure where I got it. Even just asked Katie and she doesn't know, either. You might want to use your search engine for "free avatar resizer" and see what you get. I love the one you have now, and also liked the old one a lot. Glad you get off work early today to be with your DD.

Kathy - so glad to see you! Did you catch that we are now meeting in the Jaded Ladies chat room on Wednesdays at 11 your time? Hope you can join us! Btw, please send me a PM w/your new snail mail addy, ok... if you want to, that is.

Susan - glad you are feeling better and I didn't even send the chicken soup, lol. I think you should let Rocky help you when he offers. When Neal and I were engaged, he helped me quite a bit, and I was ever so thankful for that. He always paid my babysitter, and brought groceries in a lot, even though he very seldom ate at my house. He would take the kids and me out to eat a lot, and he paid for fun stuff like movies, bowling, etc. for my son to go with his friends when I didn't have the money. Mary was only 4-5 at the time, and he brought little gifts for them both. I got into trouble with my Sears bill, and he paid that off so I wouldn't have to worry about it anymore. Anyway, what I'm saying is, if he's to be your life's partner, I think you should let him help. You'd do the same for him if you could, right? Btw, I pampered Neal in non-monetary ways (no, not sexual!!) like giving him foot rubs, making oatmeal raisin cookies (his fave) using a gift card (that my boss gave me) to buy a sweater for him, stuff like that.

Hi to the others.

I have the most wonderful news today! My son (33 y/o) called yesterday, and he said, "I think I'm gonna do it, Mom" I was momentarily stunned, because I wasn't sure what he meant. Join the Navy? Shave his head? Pierce his nostril? WHAT??? He's giving Gina a diamond engagement ring for Christmas!!!!!!!!!!!! He had just called Mary and asked her to meet him in town tomorrow to help pick it out. Mary has excellent (but expensive, lol) taste. Gina will just be floored because she won't see this coming at all. Truly. I couldn't ask for a better daughter-in-law if I picked one myself! She is so good to my son, and treats him very well. He loves her girls like they are his own. I'm so happy I could burst, and can't even tell anyone in the family about it yet, 'cause it would surely get back to Gina. Oh, and get this: her family will be together on the 18th, so he's going to ask her dad for his blessing! How sweet is that????

Hope you have a good day, and I'll try to bbl,

Mornin' all!
Just checking in for a short bit... I need to do some online shopping then off for a walk. My DD is rebelling against her jogging stroller - she's getting too big for it, so I found a good one online and should be getting it in a week or so. Like I told DH, it's cheaper than a gym membership! I've finished up Christmas shopping, so the budget is tight for the month, then I go and impulsively get this stroller, Ay yi yi

Better news - I only have to review a few more articles for my brain class, then I am DONE! Woo hoo will be nice to not have that on the "to do " list.

I will try to bbl for individuals....Oh, I am taking pics today of my mantel - hope to post them soon. The greens are lovely and smell so good!
K