What's new Thursday?
Hello my OFF family:
Well, since I'm sitting here at my computer, after writing about my friend Margie dying (read the other post), I might as well start the daily thread. I'm still just torn up by that shocker. Oh, how I wish I had called Margie this week! I thought this was the week she was going to Fargo for her yearly kidney checkup, so I didn't call. I really need to call her daughter tomorrow and find out what happened. I just can't believe she's gone. She was fine two weeks ago when I talked to her. She's only in her early 60s. It just goes to show you that you never can tell how long you have in this world, and you have to appreciate everyone while you have them. I'm so happy now that I went to Chicago this weekend to spend time with my mom, even though we didn't do anything special. What was special was just being there with her. I often said to Margie that her daughters would regret not getting to see her after she was gone ... I'll bet they're regretting it now. (Her one daughter lives in Dallas and hasn't seen her since her dad died three-four years ago, I can't remember when that was.)
The other weird news today was at work. There was an e-mail from my boss saying I'd be upset about the timesheet e-mail; well, he was right. That e-mail said night shift hours now start at 6:01 instead of 6 p.m. ... they are finding more and more ways to screw us out of our shift differential. Everyone was complaining about that tonight. Later, my boss called me after the big shindig to send off our executive editor and we talked, about that and other things. I also told him about how I felt about working sports; he understood and said he'd do something about it. So that was good. Like I said, I really love my boss.
Well, I wish I could talk to Margie's daughter and find out what's going on, but it's too late. I just wish I could talk to anybody because I'm really wound up and upset and feel a good cry coming on.
Anyway, chat away, I'll check in later. Today's payday and I have bills to pay and shopping to do, plus now I have phone calls to make ... oh, and the Sox-Cubs game to watch (Sox won, 4-1 yesterday, Go Sox!)
Well, since I'm sitting here at my computer, after writing about my friend Margie dying (read the other post), I might as well start the daily thread. I'm still just torn up by that shocker. Oh, how I wish I had called Margie this week! I thought this was the week she was going to Fargo for her yearly kidney checkup, so I didn't call. I really need to call her daughter tomorrow and find out what happened. I just can't believe she's gone. She was fine two weeks ago when I talked to her. She's only in her early 60s. It just goes to show you that you never can tell how long you have in this world, and you have to appreciate everyone while you have them. I'm so happy now that I went to Chicago this weekend to spend time with my mom, even though we didn't do anything special. What was special was just being there with her. I often said to Margie that her daughters would regret not getting to see her after she was gone ... I'll bet they're regretting it now. (Her one daughter lives in Dallas and hasn't seen her since her dad died three-four years ago, I can't remember when that was.)
The other weird news today was at work. There was an e-mail from my boss saying I'd be upset about the timesheet e-mail; well, he was right. That e-mail said night shift hours now start at 6:01 instead of 6 p.m. ... they are finding more and more ways to screw us out of our shift differential. Everyone was complaining about that tonight. Later, my boss called me after the big shindig to send off our executive editor and we talked, about that and other things. I also told him about how I felt about working sports; he understood and said he'd do something about it. So that was good. Like I said, I really love my boss.
Well, I wish I could talk to Margie's daughter and find out what's going on, but it's too late. I just wish I could talk to anybody because I'm really wound up and upset and feel a good cry coming on.
Anyway, chat away, I'll check in later. Today's payday and I have bills to pay and shopping to do, plus now I have phone calls to make ... oh, and the Sox-Cubs game to watch (Sox won, 4-1 yesterday, Go Sox!)
Sorry to hear about Margie.
Spent the night at the Rangers game last night. Nice 10 inning game. It was a back and forth game the entire time. Lots of fun. Had granddaughter, Eryn, with us. She had a good time.
We had a guy sitting in front of us, about 27 or 28 years old. Earrings. Eryn says, out loud, "My momma says real men don't wear earrings."
Kids are so much fun.
Spent the night at the Rangers game last night. Nice 10 inning game. It was a back and forth game the entire time. Lots of fun. Had granddaughter, Eryn, with us. She had a good time.
We had a guy sitting in front of us, about 27 or 28 years old. Earrings. Eryn says, out loud, "My momma says real men don't wear earrings."
Kids are so much fun.
GOD BLESS AMERICA!!!!!
morning eileen and OFFers...i responded to your post about margie so i won't say anything else here.
yesterday was a better day at work-i just sat quietly and worked- boring but i did it! today should be better. i am pretty much at peace with what the issues were. i only talked about one of them on here- the gal judging me about the record player/cd recorder..the other concerns the same gal and her judgement about my cat and our move to hawaii...long long story but i am pretty much consoled- a very very dear friend and confidant helped me put things into perspective. i treasure that friendship. it helps that she is a cat lover as well.( wish i had all those cute smileys that annette uses today-need one for this post!but they played heck with my computer a few years back)
my dresser and the other living room chair are gone!!! yeaaaaaaa!!! our bedroom looks so empty now-brody kept looking around..i hope he doesn't think he is next!
speaking of brody..gosh he is such a sweetheart- i have a funny to tell- he is modest and i didn't realize it--when i use the restroom sometimes he will come in to be sure i am alright. no prob- but when i stand up to be done; he turns his head and body away like to give me privacy!!! sooo cute! i know- there are locks on doors but there is no reason in this house!i watch him potty all of the time!he is a treasure!
i put an ad in the paper for this weekend and next's sale..and made new signs last nite so we have to put them up tonite after work- changed our days to fri and sat instead of sat and sunday. ads are ridiculous in price but i got 15 lines and they have a map it feature (with google maps) if you are online-cool!!!! so i am hoping it will draw some more business...now we just have to pray for decent weather again- we had rain off and on yesterday-sprinkles- were sposed to get thunderstorms and didn't so...i'm going in to work about 45 minutes late tomorrow so i can help set up -i hate leaving michael alone to do this....
had a rigamarole with a worker's comp form - drs office had to fill out another C84-this is the one that shows how long michael should be off work and helps for our pay...it now shows til oct 21st--do any of you work for worlers comp? i hope not!i would really hate to tell you what i think of your employer!!!
well- rambling so i will say bye and get self ready for work...hoping all have a great day!
hugs and prayers...................
yesterday was a better day at work-i just sat quietly and worked- boring but i did it! today should be better. i am pretty much at peace with what the issues were. i only talked about one of them on here- the gal judging me about the record player/cd recorder..the other concerns the same gal and her judgement about my cat and our move to hawaii...long long story but i am pretty much consoled- a very very dear friend and confidant helped me put things into perspective. i treasure that friendship. it helps that she is a cat lover as well.( wish i had all those cute smileys that annette uses today-need one for this post!but they played heck with my computer a few years back)
my dresser and the other living room chair are gone!!! yeaaaaaaa!!! our bedroom looks so empty now-brody kept looking around..i hope he doesn't think he is next!
speaking of brody..gosh he is such a sweetheart- i have a funny to tell- he is modest and i didn't realize it--when i use the restroom sometimes he will come in to be sure i am alright. no prob- but when i stand up to be done; he turns his head and body away like to give me privacy!!! sooo cute! i know- there are locks on doors but there is no reason in this house!i watch him potty all of the time!he is a treasure!
i put an ad in the paper for this weekend and next's sale..and made new signs last nite so we have to put them up tonite after work- changed our days to fri and sat instead of sat and sunday. ads are ridiculous in price but i got 15 lines and they have a map it feature (with google maps) if you are online-cool!!!! so i am hoping it will draw some more business...now we just have to pray for decent weather again- we had rain off and on yesterday-sprinkles- were sposed to get thunderstorms and didn't so...i'm going in to work about 45 minutes late tomorrow so i can help set up -i hate leaving michael alone to do this....
had a rigamarole with a worker's comp form - drs office had to fill out another C84-this is the one that shows how long michael should be off work and helps for our pay...it now shows til oct 21st--do any of you work for worlers comp? i hope not!i would really hate to tell you what i think of your employer!!!
well- rambling so i will say bye and get self ready for work...hoping all have a great day!
hugs and prayers...................
I get up every morning determined to both change the world and have one hell of a good time. Sometimes this makes planning my day difficult.
- E. B. White
paula...please take care of you....i've been thru alot of what you are going thru and it is no picnic....however it HAS to get better....sending a special hug with extra prayers for you........
I get up every morning determined to both change the world and have one hell of a good time. Sometimes this makes planning my day difficult.
- E. B. White
Eileen ~ I am sad for your loss. It is a reminder to keep in touch with our loved ones.
Tom and I normally get groceries together. It is easier to have him here to lug in the heavy bags. I went alone and had the chore all to myself. As I struggled up the stairs, moaning and groaning about the weight of the bags, I thought "I used to carry an extra 207 pounds every day".
I always urge the group members to take their 'before' measurements. Some get a glazed look of horror in their eyes. I remember that feeling. One person e-mailed me and gave thanks for the suggestion. She is down over 100 pounds and sent her measurement chart. She feels the measurement graph is a good visual reminder of how far she has come.
I always feel like a proud mother hen when group members share their happiness.
That same warm fuzzy feeling happens when our OFF family share WOW moments. Makes me sit and SMILE.
Tom and I normally get groceries together. It is easier to have him here to lug in the heavy bags. I went alone and had the chore all to myself. As I struggled up the stairs, moaning and groaning about the weight of the bags, I thought "I used to carry an extra 207 pounds every day".
I always urge the group members to take their 'before' measurements. Some get a glazed look of horror in their eyes. I remember that feeling. One person e-mailed me and gave thanks for the suggestion. She is down over 100 pounds and sent her measurement chart. She feels the measurement graph is a good visual reminder of how far she has come.
I always feel like a proud mother hen when group members share their happiness.
That same warm fuzzy feeling happens when our OFF family share WOW moments. Makes me sit and SMILE.
Annette 
Morning my friendly OFFER'S,
Eileen, again, I'm sorry for your loss. Such a shame.
Well, I got through one year without any surgery (in April), thought it would be smooth sailing. But NOOOOOOOOOOOOOO. I'm fairly certain I have a hernia, a nifty bulging near my groin area, so I'm off to see the doctor today to see if he's as good a diagnostician as I am...LOLLOL Oh well, just one more thing is the road of life.
Our Arkansas Razorback baseball team is in the College World Series and advanced last night after a 12 inning nail biter. It's fun to have something to get excited about.
I got my three lbs off that I had gained. Upped my protein, lowered my carbs and two weeks later....gone! Gosh, I love my rny!
Going to pick up the CD of the Saint Bella photos from the photographer today. Hopefully we'll get the dang website up by the end of the month. This has been waaaaaaay too long of a process. Much longer than I wanted it to go, but I'm hoping beyond hope that it works out.
So, that's my story and I'm sticking with it. Got lots of errands and things to do on my day off and it's hotter than Hades here, so while it IS a day off, it won't necessarily be a fun one. Hope your days are all wonderful.
Eileen, again, I'm sorry for your loss. Such a shame.
Well, I got through one year without any surgery (in April), thought it would be smooth sailing. But NOOOOOOOOOOOOOO. I'm fairly certain I have a hernia, a nifty bulging near my groin area, so I'm off to see the doctor today to see if he's as good a diagnostician as I am...LOLLOL Oh well, just one more thing is the road of life.
Our Arkansas Razorback baseball team is in the College World Series and advanced last night after a 12 inning nail biter. It's fun to have something to get excited about.
I got my three lbs off that I had gained. Upped my protein, lowered my carbs and two weeks later....gone! Gosh, I love my rny!
Going to pick up the CD of the Saint Bella photos from the photographer today. Hopefully we'll get the dang website up by the end of the month. This has been waaaaaaay too long of a process. Much longer than I wanted it to go, but I'm hoping beyond hope that it works out.
So, that's my story and I'm sticking with it. Got lots of errands and things to do on my day off and it's hotter than Hades here, so while it IS a day off, it won't necessarily be a fun one. Hope your days are all wonderful.
Susan
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