Tlex
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Post by Tlex on Aug 2, 2020 9:33:26 GMT -6
It’s storming here and I love it. I’m lying in bed and listening to it all. Ps - I made fantastic eggs yesterday. I like making baked egg casseroles and I recently read somewhere that instead of adding cream or milk, one should blend the eggs in a blender with cottage cheese. I tried it and it makes the fucking fluffiest eggs! How have I never heard of this trick before??? We did this and then poured the mix into silicone muffin cups and cooked them in a water bath on the stove top. They were like Starbucks’ egg bites. So good. Cottage cheese makes really fluffy and creamy scrambled eggs too
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Aug 2, 2020 9:33:40 GMT -6
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Post by shitsngiggles on Aug 2, 2020 9:33:40 GMT -6
We got back late last night from a week of social distancing at the beach. We had a town house so no elevator and the pool was pretty much empty all week. DS1 met a kid on the beach and they exchanged Roblox handles so he's happily playing right now. Grocery order has been picked up and put away. I'm trying to catch up on laundry, but I'm not too worried about getting it all finished today because we're going to self isolate this week just in case.
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Aug 2, 2020 9:34:13 GMT -6
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Post by Minerva on Aug 2, 2020 9:34:13 GMT -6
I woke up on the wrong side of the bed this morning and can’t quite seem to shake off my grumpiness. I took the dog for a 2.5 mile walk, but it wasn’t enough. Now I’m drinking my second cup of coffee. If that doesn’t work, I may have to resort to yoga like the stereotypical elder millennial that I am.
What I’d really like like to do is go to one of those places where they give you a stack of dishes to throw against a wall, but I’m pretty sure that isn’t COVID safe. 😬
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Aug 2, 2020 9:34:36 GMT -6
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Post by senneth on Aug 2, 2020 9:34:36 GMT -6
I’m making a grocery list. Food has definitely gone up - I’m spending more on the exact same things.
I’m trying to figure how much is “reasonable” to stock. I have a ton of dietary limitations, and I need more calories than the typical person. When COVID started, I had 3 weeks worth of one of my diet staples because it’s shelf stable and I usually buy it on sale in bulk. And it flew off the shelf, and we couldn’t find any. I can’t maintain my weight without that particular food, and it wasn’t anywhere. One of my friends gave me some, she bought some for me every time she found it, and she actually had her mom put it on her grocery list for me, too. And her mom found a ton, and so I was ok. I can’t put into words how grateful I am to her and her mom, because my H and my mom were both looking, but we just couldn’t find enough, and I was dropping weight I couldn’t afford to lose.
So it’s available again, and I have 5 weeks worth right now. And I’m trying to decide how much more is reasonable. I rotate expiration dates, and my closest expiration date is in 10 months, so that isn’t a problem. I never thought I’d be worried with 5 weeks of food on the shelf, but I never dreamed 3 weeks wouldn’t be enough, either.
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Aug 2, 2020 9:35:04 GMT -6
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Post by Minerva on Aug 2, 2020 9:35:04 GMT -6
loony, I want to be where you are!
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Tlex
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Post by Tlex on Aug 2, 2020 9:37:57 GMT -6
Tlex I’m not totally sure since H was the one who set it up, but I think as long as they’re creating a standalone world not in a realm, it’s safe. My older sister is a coder and her 6 yo is into it too. I think they do some of Karlie Kloss’ coding stuff. Thank you! I looked up Kode w Klossy but it seems to be gears a bit older, but I’ll tell her about the camps so she can set getting into one as a goal that’s very cool!
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Post by kittyriot on Aug 2, 2020 9:38:02 GMT -6
loony - that view is making me happy!
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senneth
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Aug 2, 2020 9:38:12 GMT -6
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Post by senneth on Aug 2, 2020 9:38:12 GMT -6
loony that’s so gorgeous. kittyriot I really hope the results give you what you and your drs need - I’m crossing everything.
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Aug 2, 2020 9:38:35 GMT -6
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Post by sweptaway on Aug 2, 2020 9:38:35 GMT -6
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Tlex
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Post by Tlex on Aug 2, 2020 9:41:11 GMT -6
senneth when it comes to something like that I don’t think there’s really a limit to how much you should stock - just whatever makes you feel secure and is affordable to you. Food security is really vital to mental wellbeing and if you need this food to be healthy and can afford back stock, go big.
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hawkward
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Aug 2, 2020 9:42:47 GMT -6
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Post by hawkward on Aug 2, 2020 9:42:47 GMT -6
H thinks he’s going to be able to catch a flight home before Isaias hits here. I know we’ll be fine but in 2020 anything can happen...
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Aug 2, 2020 9:46:47 GMT -6
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Post by donnamoss on Aug 2, 2020 9:46:47 GMT -6
Tlex we didn’t sign into the Microsoft acct. So no online anything. I’m sure she loses out on some capability but that’s ok...especially since the game makes her cry as it is 🤣
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Aug 2, 2020 9:47:32 GMT -6
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Post by addymac on Aug 2, 2020 9:47:32 GMT -6
Back to work. At least I magically only got 8hr shifts this weekend. That has happened.... never in my 8 years here. Usually it’s either 2 12s or one 12 / one 8. I am enjoying it.
I signed up for Disney+ yesterday because I couldn’t find the cable connection for the DVD player to the tv. DH unpacked everything 3 years ago and seems to have no idea where the dvd or wii cable connector or the wii-motes are. It’s been 3 years. I don’t even know where to look so Disney+ it is.
DS was not into Peter Pan. I was sad, that was my favorite. So I put on 101 Dalmatians and he was a bit more into it but not as much as I thought he would be. Our nanny also didn’t have him nap 😠 so he was a mess so I just gave up and put the tv on bc I didn’t want his mood to ruin my Saturday afternoon/evening off from work.
Today I am researching cbd supplements for my anxiety.
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Aug 2, 2020 9:56:57 GMT -6
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Post by icedcoffee on Aug 2, 2020 9:56:57 GMT -6
My 2 year old has been acting very terrible twos the past couple days. So much whining and tantrums. Blah
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Aug 2, 2020 9:59:13 GMT -6
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Post by icedcoffee on Aug 2, 2020 9:59:13 GMT -6
I drank too much beer and stayed up way too late snapchat video calling with my college friends last night. Im anxiously awaiting my favorite restaurant to open so I can order some greasy food
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Aug 2, 2020 10:12:31 GMT -6
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Post by cp3 on Aug 2, 2020 10:12:31 GMT -6
I just finished a workout and MH left to Costco. I'm hoping he is able to get everything on our list. Tlex I am your H. On Wednesday we completely rearranged our room and yesterday we rearranged our upstairs loft, DD1's room, and the office. Today we are going to take apart our giant sectional so I can shampoo it and clean under it. MH is constantly trying to get me to sit still but I feel like I need to always be doing something around the house.
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kayc
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Aug 2, 2020 10:17:26 GMT -6
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Post by kayc on Aug 2, 2020 10:17:26 GMT -6
PDQ
Poof!
So anyways, I’ve been trying to stay active but it’s been hard. Last night I got on my bike for the first time in a year-and last year I was only able to do super short rides bc the helmet hurt my head. Well, the helmet no longer hurts and today I rode about 5 miles with 2 significant uphills. It’s not a lot, but I am so damn proud of myself!
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Aug 2, 2020 10:18:02 GMT -6
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Post by soiree on Aug 2, 2020 10:18:02 GMT -6
Dh and I had one bottle of wine too many last night and I’m laying here with a headache. We were supposed to go to the lake today but neither of us are feeling motivated. He’s oot the next two weekends so I know we’re going to regret not going today but... anyone want to kick me in the rear and tell me I’ll feel better on the water? Kick in the rear. Get a greasy breakfast sandwich on the way and you’ll feel better once you get there We got breakfast tacos!
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Aug 2, 2020 10:20:11 GMT -6
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Post by footloose on Aug 2, 2020 10:20:11 GMT -6
I had a really nice time last night on my date. We went for a hike and ended up being gone much longer than we thought as we got a bit lost in the woods trying to get back to the top of the waterfall, but we eventually made it out and it made for a fun adventure lol!
Picked up DD early in the morning and we grabbed some hotcakes from McDonald's and got our grocery shopping done. Now relaxing with a coffee as it's raining and about to take a soothing hot bath and I think a nice face mask as well 😊
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loony
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Post by loony on Aug 2, 2020 10:32:04 GMT -6
loony - that view is making me happy! It makes me happy too. We got our favorite spot and our favorite friends (in our bubble) are here with mimosas. And so far tourists are staying far enough away from our beach zone. I may take a hammock nap soon.
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Aug 2, 2020 10:43:29 GMT -6
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Post by donnamoss on Aug 2, 2020 10:43:29 GMT -6
It’s blazing hot outside. I set up some outside games for the kids, and got popsicles, and waters, and got all situated to sit and observe from the patio...and there is a bat in my patio umbrella. So no shade for me. LOL.
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Aug 2, 2020 10:44:06 GMT -6
Post by klw on Aug 2, 2020 10:44:06 GMT -6
Tlex, My daughter was into a coding website that was suggested by the technology specialist at her school during the spring. It was simple things that you could type in to make the animal move left, right, etc. I can see if my daughter remembers what it was if you would like.
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Aug 2, 2020 10:46:43 GMT -6
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Post by sweptaway on Aug 2, 2020 10:46:43 GMT -6
kayc that's amazing, congratulations! I hope your pain is gone for good!
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Post by kittyriot on Aug 2, 2020 11:09:01 GMT -6
kayc, how amazing! I’m so happy for you. That sounds like it’s a huge step for you!
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Aug 2, 2020 11:10:32 GMT -6
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Post by Deleted on Aug 2, 2020 11:10:32 GMT -6
We are building a shed and it's raining today so we've been forced to take a rest day. Actually, it's more like a garage without the garage door. It's huge and we started completely from scratch with no experience. We're so close to being finished, but there's still a lot to do. I am so glad we've been forced to take a break, though. It's been so hard working in the heat and it's so physically demanding. I'm always sore. It also means a much needed break from my MIL, who has been watching my daughter while we work.
We had a quiet morning, but DD is napping now and I want to do all the things (bake, clean, laundry, organize) and I can't decide where to start. I think I have a game plan and I'm about to get started. All in all, I think today should be a good day.
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Post by copperboom on Aug 2, 2020 11:13:28 GMT -6
kittyriot I hope this is the beginning of a positive change for you.
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Post by copperboom on Aug 2, 2020 11:13:57 GMT -6
kayc that’s amazing! Congratulations on a great accomplishment!
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Aug 2, 2020 11:22:54 GMT -6
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Post by beersandweirs on Aug 2, 2020 11:22:54 GMT -6
H is brewing today and the kids are out there with him, I'm enjoying the quiet.
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Tlex
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Post by Tlex on Aug 2, 2020 11:24:01 GMT -6
I just finished a workout and MH left to Costco. I'm hoping he is able to get everything on our list. Tlex I am your H. On Wednesday we completely rearranged our room and yesterday we rearranged our upstairs loft, DD1's room, and the office. Today we are going to take apart our giant sectional so I can shampoo it and clean under it. MH is constantly trying to get me to sit still but I feel like I need to always be doing something around the house. No no, you are me. I love doing things around the house. He wants to go OUT. And do *something.* I have rearranged the house at least 14 times since March and deep cleaned the couch 2x 😝
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Aug 2, 2020 11:24:13 GMT -6
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Post by snowyowl on Aug 2, 2020 11:24:13 GMT -6
That’s fantastic, kayc! Glad you were able to enjoy a ride.
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