[ceejay52]

I don't think this sight likes me anymore. 3 out of 4 times I try to post it get lost into siber space. This morning a message said the server was to busu.

just to say hello to all the chicks. and for those who asked about the weather we excaped the tornado but got a down pour of rain.

let's hopet his one takes.

[ceejay52]

now it's not letting me correct my mistakes. today is just not my day.

[happy2bme]

Evening all,

I think there's been some residual problems with the site given other posts - so it's not you Ceejay. We barely got some rain here - seems like the more ferocious weather stayed up your way. It's like we're in a bowl here - bad weather seems to pass north or south of us - tho I'm not complaining mind you!

Holly, just curious - you seem to really delight in being by yourself. So why choose marriage and a family then? Seems like you would have been very happy as a free spirit answering to no one but yourself. Of course after the other night I could see why you'd be glad to sweep everyone out the door. Enjoy your cheese and crackers and oysters.

Mel, thanks for clearing up the Clara thing. I thought Clara was one of the seniors that attached herself to you. Glad you liked the firemen. It started with finding you a suitable picture and when I saw the calendar, it just screamed Mel will appreciate us fine strapping men. Now you won't forget to look at the calendar and miss things (I also talked them into hunting around your apartment after you've gone to sleep and HIDING ALL THE CHRISTMAS STUFF!!!!! and for the weight loss so far!!!

YesIcan - good going on the great workout!

Carla, I've heard of Gilroy, it sounds interesting. Have never been able to get over that when when I was in town. DH was never as interested in it as I was Will be curious to hear your thoughts...

Meadow, sorry to hear that you are on round 2 of the sneezers. We just got a cold dip from Canada that pushed the temps to normal which now feels a bit chilly. Once it warms up again in a few days, I'll push some of that heat over your way. Yes, we do have the big St. Jude's Children's Hospital in town here. I have not made my way over there yet, tho I have been a long time supporter of the hospital.

Tales from the 'gong - eh Shad? I like the sound of that. Sounds like the big squeeze is already on and you've only been there what - 2 weeks? Hope all the bits come together. Nothing worse than being under the gun when the computers and printers and copy machines don't work.

Madcat, I would not call Toronto boring. I was there a long, long time ago and enjoyed my visit. Worst thing was I had checked the weather before hand and did not know you had a freak warm spell. So I packed accordingly. As the plane broke through the clouds, there was snow all over the ground (as it should have been in February) no hat, scarf or boots. Gave me a good excuse to go shopping. I still have a few Canadian dollars left from that trip. I think Shad would enjoy it - lots of nice architecture and not overly crowded.

Linus - what happened to Craig???? Never a quiet moment for you, is there?

Tomorrow is girls night out. We are going to dinner and to see a one man show - Defending the Caveman - it's a man talking about the differences between men and women. Has been running a long time throughout the country - they say the women are rolling in the aisles laughing and the guys just sit there with a smirk on their faces. That's why this will be a GIRLS night out I'm looking forward to it, even if it is mid week and I have to go to work on Thursday.

I stood up after brushing my teeth and my back did one of those klunks - kind of when you turn your head and your neck goes - kah-lunk and you get that weird sound and the hot pain. I've had to be very careful the last 2 days - even "cat stretch" exercises are uncomforatable. Don't know what happened but there was no hanging over a pool table for me tonight. I can't say I missed it.

Time to get to bed, long day tomorrow. 'Night all.

[Roseblush]

Mel thanks for the funny one....it cracked me up. Christmas in March.... what a girl. The elk have not carried me away but I am not myself for the last couple of days. I am in some pain and misery with my back... ha ha not so funny for someone who teached back mechanics... but I am mending slowly and hope to be myself by the weekend. My cousin Lynny came over the weekend and we did some tree trimming hauled rocks and a few other chores..... think that could be my problem!!!!!!!!
SHad a trip to this part of the country so great. I hope you always know if you make it close to my place to let me know you have a place to stay. You are looking at big country between Canada and the northwest US and so many gorgeous sights to behold!
So nice to hear everyone's goings on....with Spring in the air we all seem to be thinking about flowers and vegies from the gardens we dream about. Except for Miss Mel she is walking in a winter wonderland!
I have always had compassion for my patients with pain but I have reached a new level of compassion now.....yes Happy I know what you are saying girl I hope you get your back to rights also.......
My thoughts to all of you.....
Peace,
Nae

[Hollyhock]

Happy~ I am an interesting soul , eh. LOL!!
I lived alone from ages 17-32. Hubby lived alone from ages 18-37.We were both good at it and quite happy.
I have been caring for babies and children since my sister was born and I was 2.5 years old. I was the oldest of all my cousins and family friend's kids. I KNEW from then on I would have children.I also knew that I wanted to be in a certain place with myself and have a certain type of partner( if I had a partner).Hence my marriage. The things that make my hubby a good father are his old fashioned values. It is a challenge as a partner because even tho he knows it is wrong he would be quite happy with a 1950's housewife like his mom was.
I have devoted every waking hour( and a few sleeping ones) of the last 8 years to my children and husband. This is the fist time since 1998 that i have been alone for more than a few hours.
it is all about finding the balance.
We have lived in the house for 6 years and today is the first time i have ever woken up alone here.
When you have children, the part of a woman seems to lose touch with is the free spirit because if you are going to be a good parent you need to keep it in check.
I am also freespirited in the sense that I am a stay home Mom and that I have 2 jobs to work at from home, not popular choices but all on my terms. Much our our lifestyle is freespirited. I really dont know anyone else like us in our choices.
I have been an etrepeneur for 13 years.
Hubby and I both knew we did not want to live the rest of our lives alone so went into our relationship as equals. We are both very strong personalities. He is also very independent and freespirited. It is challenging. We are building a life together with the same goals and ideals. That is nice.
I have grown as a person more in the last 10 years than the 30 years previous. Very cool albiet annoying at the same time, LOL!


HUGS!!!!

[Madcat]

Morning (and/ or evening to those down under).

CeeJay ~ I’m glad you missed the worst of the storms. I for one was worried.

Happy ~ I think I was more commenting on the landscape being boring around here – in comparison to the lovely west coast. I think Toronto is one of the truly great cities of the world – but then since I was born here and I am hardly unbiased. A study recently showed that we are the most culturally and ethnically diverse city in the world and that leads to a certain tolerance that I find refreshing. Where else could you find a sushi place, a Halal meat shop and a Greek bakery happily side by side on the same block? Sure, we have our problems such as homelessness, misguided city planners, and gun violence (which is new enough for us that we find it shocking and appalling), but we also are big enough to have all the big city perks (great museums and theatre, lots to do for people of every taste, a neat neighbourhoods to wander through) but still small enough to be manageable. I suspect, that even if I end up living elsewhere in my life, this city will always be my home. <End of Toronto Tourism Board Message>

MEL ~ Personally I like the idea of Christmas in March! Can we do Easter in July next?? You are doing great in the weight loss race. Keep it up.

Rosebush ~ Sorry the back is acting up. You could be right about rock hauling.

Holly ~ I know what you mean. The hardest part of living with another person is being able to carve out some time for you. It was one of the biggest adjustments I had to make with TB and I first got together. I loved (!!!) living alone. I’m glad you were able to carve out some space for yourself. Maybe you need to make this a more regular occurrence? Could you maybe plan a solo weekend away here and there? Solitude is good for the soul and 18 years is too long to wait for your next opportunity. And Mmmmm oysters…

Red ~ How’s the motivation going? Goood work on the butt kicking class. See people should go on vacation.

Shad ~ The problem with most projects is that they are scoped by people whose specialty is budgeting and who have no idea how long it takes to actually write a document or plan out proper training. “Oh yeah, we need a quick ref guide – that will take, what, about an hour?” Sure an hour to write if you have the couple of days planning time to figure out what should go into the thing. Thank goodness for templates. No one ever realized how long that part of the project takes. Hang in there, my friend. If anyone can pull there ashes out of the fire, you can. I love “Tales from the ‘gong”!

Meadow ~ sorry the goo is back. How great that you finished the painting. Unfortunately due to “budgetary constraints” I couldn’t afford a colour printer and had to settle for B&W. I want to get some of TBs 3DMax art plaque-mounted for him (he’s really good). There are at least some service places that will take graphic files and print and mount them. I’ll have to settle for that. What are you thinking of for the living room?

Carla ~ Glad the side trip was so nice. Hey, you are off today on your solo trip. Have a terrific time!

As for me, I’m having some physical problems that are making me reassess my approach to this venture. My knees are really hurting (I do have arthritis so that isn’t new) but now the pain is spreading to my hips. I suspect the 5 times a week workouts combined with the extra weight I’m carrying around is causing it. With that in mind, I am going to go back to WW and see if that helps. I just can’t carry 168 lbs around on this frame and I have to do something. I had great success with WW before but I wasn’t able to keep it up and keep the stupid weight off. Maybe second time is the charm?? The meeting is at noon today. Wish me luck.

I better get some work done. Later chickies!!

[MELODY525]

I cannot seem to get to page 35 just now so I will post a quick note. I know Ceejay and roseblush are there so I will a hello to them. Holly is here to her.

since Red won't do my wash, I had to start! Dryer is almost done and then a second load goes in. Arts & Crafts is today and tomorrow along with food shopping so it's going to be a busy 2 days. One of the buses is going into the shop Friday morning so I must shop tomorrow. What is that saying about the best laid plans of mice and men??
Happy Wednesday

[Shad]

Morning all,

Quick post update. Good to see so many posting. I just took another look at the list of documents to be written and the initials beside them. I was in a blue fit yesterday. Add to that I need (apparently) to decide on the MM data to be entered into the training box and accordingly create the specs for that. Thank heaven someone else is uploading it. I think yesterday was my bluest day in a while. Today I don't feel so bad.

However having said that, I'm having breathing problems down here. I think it is all stemming from Sinus' and for some reason I am bloated. Needless to say, running is a pain in the proverbial but I drag the butt out there at least to walk if I can't run. My little sinus inhalers are getting a work out and I'm having a hassle sleeping - mainly because the mind doesn't seem to want to switch off. I'm calling a meeting with the other MM developer today and we will see what is left to do. I think some of my stress problems are coming from the fact that I am trying to get my head around 3 modules, Materials Maintenance or warehouse stuff, PM - Plant Maintenance (fixit stuff) and High level Accounting accounting (creative accounting for beancounters stuff). I'm getting confused!!!

Okay, gotta go. Sorry to be such a pain. Would love to reply to all the chicks but just don't have time. I'll catch up over the weekend.

See ya

[ceejay52]

Shad--I have a good case of the blues. I really think I'm a bit depressed.
I burst into tears for no reason at all.

Mel----You really"cracked" me up yesterday via email. I had to show that to Lisa and she laughed as much as I did. I needed that thanks.

Madcat-- Thanks for thinking about me. Sorry your knees are hurting. I'll take you up on that challenge. I've just remotivated myself to start again.

Carla-- I know what you mean about SF and being cold. I am making plans on going to California this summer to visit with my niece. She lives about an hour from SF via the Bart.

Meadow--feel better soon.

Hello to all the rest.

I've completed a 30 minute walk plus 15 minute strength session here at work. I'm here by myself most of the time anyway and I decided that I'm to tired to really do any thing after working these 12 hour shifts.
Things haven't been going so well at work this week but I've been proud of myself for not feeding those emotions.

[MELODY525]

SO MUCH TO READ AND SO LITTLE TIME. FOOD SHOP IN A FEW MIN UTES AND THEN ARTS AND CRAFTS. TODAY IS THE LAST DAY. TOMORROW I MUST GET SOME SIGGIES ON PETITIONS FOR VOTING. I WILL CATCH UP WITH EVERYONE THEN. LOVE TO ALL

[happy2bme]

Having a tough time here trying to access the forum. The response time on the whole site is horrid. Don't even know if my post will stick.

We had a great time at the play last night. The theater chairs were not the most comfortable, back is really complaining today.

I'll see if the response time improves later so I can catch up with y'all.

[Hollyhock]

Good luck Madcat!!
(((((Ceejay)))))
Have a fun day Mel!!
Hope your day goes well too Shad.
HI Happy.

Good sleep, midnight to 8am. My body likes it. Usually I get midnight to 6:30 or 7.
Major allergy flare up from spring cleaning our bedroom. It will be a drug day.
I moved our bed and dressers around, wiped down walls etc!!!

I am missing my kids..........

I still have all of today til 5 pm to myself.
I want to watch the Hitchhiker’s Guide movie and do some Avon paper work.

The wind has died down.

HUGS!!!!

[Shad]

Ha ha Holly - spent so much time wishing for these free days to come and now you miss the kids. Stand up stretch, go do the dusting of the crystal, break out the diamond tiara and get moving girl. Take the old boy out for a night on the town. These times come all too rarely and you have to make the most of them as they pop up. Sure you miss the kids, but they will be back and you will sit there wondering what the **** you missed them for.

Sorry to hear of all the problems on the site for you chickies. I have had a few times when the server is too busy, but that is all. Just remember to copy your posts and then you can try again. Or type it in word or notepad and then copy it across at your leisure. Copy = highlight the words (place cursor at beginning of message, hold down the shift key and click at the end of the message), then hold down the Ctrl key and press C. Put the cursor where you want the message to go, hold down the Ctrl key and press V (V for victory). Voila your message will display. However pictures may not copy across, so if you want smilies in the text, you will need to type them in as words - eg. :lol3.: to get the picture in the post. Lesson over for today.

I've got heaps to do and I am going home tonight again - Yea it is Friday. So I had better go get on with it. I have a horrible feeling that we are going to be a trainer or maybe even two short round here in the future - anyone want a job in the 'Gong??? Working with half crazed, sleep deprived, drunken workaholics???? Day's are at least 11 hours long. No weekends unless you go home and the business wants us to test the system as well. Our team lead put out an e-mail the other day to state that if her trainers were going to burn themselves out working weekends , they would be doing it on training materials. Weird sense of humour that girl.

Okay. More tomorrow, only these will be tales from Queensland.

[ceejay52]

I'm glad that I'm not the only one that is having trouble with this sight. Maybe we should tell Suzanne.

I have a pretty good day. Started the day off with stubbing my little toe and thought I had broken it. Went to a water meeting, then to the doctor to have lab work for the thyroid to have med's refilled. He also checked my toe and told me that it was bruised. It has eased my mind. Ughhh, locked myself out of the house. I'm going to bed early.

Holly--I understand about missing your kids. I dont have any myself but I adore my cousins children.

[Hollyhock]

I am "working" today. 2 babysitting kid and and 1 friend for DS.

At 10am I am taking the troops to a movie/pizza day in town. Hope they behave.
I did do paperwork all day yesterday.

Had a convo with a local farmer about prices/taxes/cost of living...he thinks it is only going to go up. sigh. I am way worried already.

My sinuses are full again.

Have a glorious day!!