how about drinking?
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Goldie, so sorry about your mom and your urgent travel and your daughter's surgery but glad to know the surgery is done and she can recover now. My goodness, you've had a lot to deal with.
Hi, NM. That mudslide drink sounds good.
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Gila Cliff Dwellings
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Good Morning, Loungettes!Happy Hump Day! Waking up to snow, of all things, this ayem. Not supposed to amount to much before it switches to rain. Gotta love spring weather! Poor Sadie isn't a big fan of the new mattress.She fusses quite a bit before making the big jump up onto the bed.Looks like I'll need to find something she can use as a step! She made such a fuss about it last night that I got up and tried to help her, so, of course, she lies down and rolls over for belly rub every time I tried to pick her up! It probably was funny to watch.
Cammy--I feel like that kitty this ayem, not really ready to wake up and get moving! Too funny about Dan coming over to talk about some rules, and then just giving up! I bet the new guys will figure things out pretty quick. And you must know SOMETHING or Dan wouldn't have you answering the phone at all! Praying for Lori.
Goldie--oh my goodness, what a travel time you had! And with all that worry at the same time. Glad your DD is doing better. Ectopic pregnancy can be deadly if not identified quickly. No wonder she was hurting. So sorry to hear about your Mom's passing, but with some relief, too. Very mixed feelings in that situation. Glad your brothers could be there, glad you weren't. These things usually work out the best way for everyone involved, and everyone has different needs.
Chi--sounds like you are having a great trip!
Illi--you know the rules here, no ketchuping necessary, jump back in where you are! Welcome home!
LOL, Goldie!
Jazzy--you are braver than I am to wander into the clothing optional section! But then, I see people in an unclothed state almost every day, so there's no mystery there. . . .
Librarian--Wow, she had chemo 4 different times? She's been through a lot! Glad you had a good time.
Chi--it's always interesting to learn how different places do things differently. Sorry about the iPad and keyboard acting up.
Morning, Muddling!
The Cliff Dweller
Ingredients
- 2 Kingston boutique sugar cubes
- ½ oz fresh lime juice
- ½ oz Cointreau orange liquer
- ¾ oz Aperol (an Italian apertif)
- 2 oz Inocente silver tequila
Directions
- Muddle together sugar cubes an lime juice.
- Add the Cointreau, Aperol and tequila.
- Add ice and stir.
- Serve.
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Mornin' ladies,
Wow lots going on.
Lori it's good to here what's going on. oh ur poor DD thats lots to go thru and where that cut goes, I'm sure will be painful healing. That's a bad part---but u know that. She's young which helps so much but I'm sorry she had to go thru all of that. I hope they don't push her out of the hospital like they do here. Give her huge HUGS and snuggles that don't hurt from Chicagoland. What a horrible trip for u tho, under the pressure u were under especially. We all know ur mom is at piece now and soon just take care of urself. Did u go on this tri alone cuz it sounded like it. Either way ur one strong woman.
Kim u always have the exact DOTD for the day, u really find them. SNOW??? What.U Maine people are sure patient, ur too close to Canada.
Jazzy I .love that pic. A LADDER??? That cracked me up. U didn't climb it did u, or did u. Never know with you. But sure sounds like u are have a nice time. And that's what this is about.
JC ah how nice to have a facial, feels great but she had it 4 times, holy chit That's 4x to many. But u r getting some relaxation which is so very good for u.
And everyone should know, like Kim said, no rules just jump in whenever u have the time
Oh I was asked out for a date, Well Dan and Bob want the three of us to go out. They feel like I should get out more hahahaThey might be able to drink me under the table, but I can eat enough for the whole table.
Sandy ur trip sounds amazing <oops our trip> Now ur legal system seems like it;'s going backwards compared to theirs. That too is all I'll say about that. It all sounds so interesting to me, everything u'v described. U <we> must be having a wonderful time. Now I forget all u've written but I don't think u mentioned much about the food. Another joy I have so 'splain some more, I'll read again just in case I missed something. I've had Lori n my mind so much and so glad to hear from her and picturing that scar it thru me.
Hello to everyone and it is now midweek, how fasr this week is going again. No wonder I'm getting older so quickly.
LUBS U ALL
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Beautiful afternoon here. I have been cleaning and cooking today to prepare for hosting my Bridge group tomorrow. Always fun to see everyone, but I tend to wear myself out the day before.
Did hear from my MO that I will not be getting the immunotherapy drug, Tecentriq. Seems my PD-L1 gene is not at all messed up. 0% mutated. I keep telling myself it is not that big of a deal. This is probably one of many disappointments on the Cancer Road so I better get used to them. How in the Hell did I get breast cancer without having any mutated genes? Did I microwave too many lunches in plastic?????
Oh well. Enough of that! Got a busy weekend going to my husbands 50th high school reunion. It is a big deal around here. Hopefully I will be able to endure two days of get togethers after having chemo and the Neulasta patch. What fun!!
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JCS It is a lovely afternoon here too, bright and sunny, reasonably warm - it feels so good! I haven't played bridge since the 1970's - maybe I should try it again, as hubby and I used to really enjoy it. This summer is my husband and my 49th year reunion - yikes (we graduated together, so only 1 reunion venue)
goldie - sympathy on your mom's passing, surprisingly my mom seems to be getting 'better' I think it is the calm before the storm myself. I wish your DD a speedy, painless healing - arghh so many things to deal with (is that what keeps us all sane?!
) btw - I am still chuckling when I think of your 'fat' joke above, so very humourous!chi - sounds like quite the trip - my keyboards always behave erratically when on vacation, especially if I am far from home, go figure!
NM - snow?! that is something that happens here in Alberta, I am sure it will clear away quickly. Poor Sadie, maybe a step will work, my cat wanted nothing to do with steps so he laboriously gets himself up, then snores gently for hours
Gotta love our fur babies!cami - your cat funnies are fabulous, love them! Are you going on the date? I am a really good eater too, lately though I have eaten way too much sugar stuff, I am trying to eat less chocolate and gummies but so far I am not being very successful!
Jazzy - love the cliffs!
Hi to everyone - Mema, Muddling, illi and everyone I am missing -
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Good Morning, Loungettes! Happy Thirsty Thursday! Our little snow shower yesterday went on all day long, finally changing over to rain just before the end of work. Now everything is frosted/frozen over again and the wind is whipping around and the news people are talking about possible power outages. Sigh. So much for turning off the heat come April this year. Even Sadie was quick to go out, do her "business" and come right back in!
Cammy--Where do you find those adorable, and mischievous, kitties????Yup, snow.We call late snows like this "poor man's fertilizer".I bet you'd have a great time eating everyone off the table whilst everyone else was drinking UNDER the table!
Librarian--I've wondered the same thing--no mutations, so why me? I've finally given up trying to figure it out and keep reminding myself that the majority of bcs are NOT genetic but pure random luck of the draw. Reunions can be fun, but not so much for the spouses, I'm sure. I hope you have enough energy to enjoy the time.
Janky--I'm thinking I'm going to have to clean off the chair I keep in the bedroom and use it for dressing now that I can't comfortably sit on the bed.If I move it to the foot of the bed Sadie can use it for a step as well. So far she gets up on the bed OK, she just fusses about it. The snow that came yesterday is mostly gone, but the cold wind is staying.
Windy City Martini
- Servings: 1
Ingredients:
2 oz
Bacardi Limon
1 oz
Grand Marnier
1 oz
Cranberry Juice
½ oz
Lime Juice
Directions:
Combine ingredients with cracked ice in a cocktail shaker. Shake well and pour into a chilled cocktail glass.
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Good morning friends- I made it back to town late afternoon yesterday and glad to be home after my get away. Four days and 800 miles through my adventures. The highlight was the Gila Cliff Dwelling I shared the photo of. What is very cool about these is that you can actually go inside of these vs. many others here out west that are restricted. The Gila National Forest and wilderness is one of the most beautiful areas I have ever been in here in the US. Not seen that kind of remote wilderness in a long time. I took one of those windy roads in and an easier one on the way out where I was able to see some wildlife along the way too.
I left Silver City yesterday mid-morning yesterday and went south to Hatch, NM to stop for lunch. I had a spot in mind that is pretty well known and featured for their green chili meals and delicious shakes. But alas, my Google maps told me on the way that it might be closed and so I found a second great stop for a fabulous meal including a stuff chili, some cheese enchiladas, chicken taco and a couple sides of red and also green chili. I liked the red the best and the food was more than this girl could (or should) eat, so I took half to go (and ate the rest when I got home).
Cami- you asked about that ladder, it is what the cliff dwellers of several off the native tribes out west used to get in and out of their ancient homes. When they were done for the day, they pulled those ladders up. Kept them safe from other tribes that traveled through the area, as well as wildlife like bears and mountain lines. There were stairs in to the ruins which I took in and out, as I am not a ladder person, lol.
NM- sounds like winter won't let go in the northeast. I heard that it was snowing in ABQ when I left on Sunday and we still get spits of colder weather in March and April, but it tapers down. I noticed more things have greened up since I left last weekend. I hope you see more signs of spring. Are you getting used to the new routine yet?
Chi- your trips sounds fabulous so far!
Goldie- I am thinking of you with all you are going through being with your DD and also with the loss of your mom. So much to deal with at once. I hope your DD is doing better and will be discharged too. I know there are probably a lot of decisions about what needs to happen to support her recovery. Sending much love to you during during this really tough time sister.
Janky- finding simple pleasures we once enjoyed is cool, isn't it? Glad you are enjoying the nice weather. It has been fabulous here lately and enjoying the continued unfolding of spring.
Mema- I have not kept as good tabs on you here as I should be. Are you still in treatment?
Ill- how are things down in Houston?
How are the Karen's and Celia C?
Okay, lots to do to settle in today. Wishing everyone a good Thursday and slide into the weekend.
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Kim I just look for the days gif under google, but I have an awful time trying to find drinks the same way.0 -
DD had surgery last Wednesday and was released on Saturday. She is doing very good, in fact I have to keep reminding her "you can't do that, I know you feel like you can, but you CAN'T". She doesn't realize she has her whole insides that need to heal as well. I will be flying home on Monday.
NM, poor Sadie not being able to get on the bed, but she will adjust. And sorry you can't sit there comfortably to get ready for work. Speaking of work, any more drama from the zoo?
Jazzy, so glad you had such a nice time. I have a feeling we drove on that same winding road. Love seeing the Indian ruins, I think the only one we haven't been to is Canyon De Shelly. Have you been to Walnut Canyon, near Flagstaff? You can actually walk into those as well. I think Mesa Verde was quite impressive as well.
JCS, I played lots of cards in the past, but bridge was one I could never wrap my pea brain around. I have mixed feelings about changing up treatment, especially new ones, afraid of the SE's, so maybe it's a good thing you were denied. My belief is that cancer is so rampant due to all the pesticides we use and the crap we feed the animals. Just SOOOO many people are getting cancer anymore. The very elderly and we see so many young girls here, I mean 20's and 30's...come on!
Janky, how are you feeling?
I am A OK on my moms passing. Miss her? Of course, but she was never going to get any better. I haven't even shed any tears. My brother texted me last night, said he had her ashes at his house and then says...."looks like she's lost some weight"...lol. That's just how we roll.
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Mornin Ladies,
Jazzzy how could ur trip go by so quickly??? Wow I thought about that ladder and even those times u had to have some kind of lock on their caves to keep strangers out. So how far have we gone in history??? Oh I'm to gloom and doom, but I don't see any other pics, Missy
Kim why does Sadie need help getting into bed, or did I just misunderstand <as usual>
Leslie update, she has a stupid polyp on an ovary so they have to take it out to make sure. Now here's the <to me> the silly part. She asked for a hysterectomy and they said since her Braca did show her cancer being genetic they can't do that. This Braca thing really has my sister and me, and a few had a couple kinds of cancer, confused OK here goes----My mom, brother, sister, one of her DD;s, my cousin, her sister, their mom <My mom's sister>, and me all have dealt with cancer---my brother and cousin died from it. Now to me that seems genetic but of course I don't have an MD behind my name. OK that's kind of cruel, cuz they just read a report. But this is the 2nd times they have had to deal with her uterus or ovaries. She's 48 just take it all out, she's even had her period a couple of months ago and it was really bad. And again it only happens to 2% of women. UGH---shes still dealing with the whole in her breast, that only 1% of women get, but it does have a name and it's Italian no doubt but I can't remember it. LOL I watched her suffer for over 2 years now and I can barely help her myself and she's watched me---it's a wonder we laugh at all in this house but we do.
My niece is coming this morning to help me shower <another sweetheart> I really need minimal help but I need someone helping me in and out, but I can do the rest. But as soon as I get out my body shakes, not from cold just from relief I guess that it's done. So I'm all covered up and have to sit for a couple of minutes to relax. LOL Oh just to take a shower, I know it could be a lot worse so I'm lucky. And I'm so lucky to have her.and she's married to my nephew so she could easily stay out of this but she's just so nice to me, always has been and I've always loved her. They've been married over 30 yrs and she looks absolutely beautiful still. I do tell her I hate her tho, she never changes, she's another one who has a picture in her attic that''s changing. OH only old people would understand that one hahaha. OK I'd better go I have to get everything ready for the big event.
Lori my prayers are still coming.
LUBS U ALL
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OK, maybe I won't need a shower, since Lori pushed me right in the pewl. But Lori I'm glad to hear everything is under control. It;s funny u don't have to shed tears I know I didn't over time I have her and there but even thinking of good memories, they come if they want to. I think at the time knowing they wouldn't get better and the suffering they were going thru helped cuz we just think they are with their loved ones too. And yes ur the mommy again don't do this, don't do that. Stubborn kids. with Love Lori.
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Typing this on my phone waiting for our farewell reception & dinner in Jerusalem to start. So frustrating that I have amazing photos of food, drink & scenery which I can’t post till I get home, due to formatting issues impossible to correct on mobile devices. So I’ll just have to describe.
Yesterday we went to Masada, which was quite strenuous despite taking the cable car in both directions. Lunch was at the Herod Spa on the Dead Sea, after which we all went floating. Great weather—almost 20 degrees warmer than in the city. At a little Tunisian kosher fish joint near the hotel, my DOTD was cava. But the main attraction was a trio of feral kitties chasing each other around and barking (not meowing) to get diners’ attention & beg for food!
Did a market tour this aft. with a plethora of foods & drinks, which I’ll describe after the dinner that’s about to dtart
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Cami- I did not realize you and your sister were BRACA but it explains a lot in the family. I have been tested a couple times for it (my BS is still convinced I have a genetic cancer despite having at least 3-4 expanded genetics tests by now). Last year's was like 60 something genes and still negative. I gave a copy to the MO CNP this last visit as my MO likes to see these tests and never gets copied and when I said the BS still thinks I have a genetic cancer. The CNP rolled her eyes and said "of course she does." We all know she is a researcher. But with those with a heavy family history, it does make sense.
That being said, I hope the cyst removal goes easily for Les. She has really had a time of it. You too sister
More pics coming too. I have to download them off my bigger camera I took with me. It's all a process......
Goldie- I am glad your DD is out and that you are coaching her about not doing too much. If I remember correctly, she cleans high end homes in the islands. My docs told me with my big incisions there is no lifting, pushing, or pulling for many months. Otherwise you will get a hernia which will result in other issues and risks to the abdomen. Things need to heal inside and out. Does she have support where she lives with friends, a boyfriend, etc.? I am glad you could go and also that you will go home soon.
And when a parent is in a decline for a long time, we grieve all along the way. Their passing is often a relief for everyone, but then sometimes we miss them as time goes on. And given you have had to hold it all together during a lot of difficulties this past week, if you get home and collapse and have a good cry, it is all okay. We hold things together until we can safely let go. Sending you much love for safe travels home and continued recovery for your DD.
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My sweet Cami, I am so sorry to hear about Leslie, she has been through it for sure. Can she see an ob/gyn to get hysterectomy? And girl, you are EASY TO LOVE!
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Hi everyone.
NM, you correctly said that class reunions aren't always fun for the spouse. So true! After a few of my husband's reunions, I'd take off my name tag and walk around randomly starting conversations with people I didn't know from Adam but I'd say "you look great! It's been a long time... Remember that class when the guy talked back to the teacher?" and we would all have a laugh. DH was too busy with real reminiscing so I had some fun too.
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Cami- I forgot to say I am glad you are going out with your "men" on a group date. You find yourself a pretty outfit and some nice accessories and go have an awesome time. You have a lot of people who love you (including me!)
Muddling- I am single and went to my last high school reunion on my own. I noticed a lot of my high school classmates were also there without spouses, partners, etc. Especially the ones who had to fly in for it, like me. One of my childhood friends who is more recently divorced got me involved with going to this one, but she felt uptight about going in solo. So we planned to meet up there, but in the end, she had to opt out because of a work thing. I had a blast! I heard through the home town grapevine, they are planning a class cruise.......
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So this morning we had a couple of CLE lectures (a young venture capitalist describing tech startups in Israel; and a feminist Modern Orthodox Member of the Knesset). Instead of breaking for lunch, I took a nap, knowing an eating tour was next up. We went to the Mahane Yehuda market (kind of like Pike Place or Reading Terminal with lots of nooks & alleyways). Really crowded and noisy, but fun nonetheless (now that I bought a pair of comfy sneakers). All sorts of foods indigenous to Jerusalem and its immigrant Jewish communities (so every stall was kosher). Unusual fresh produce items too—anyone ever taste a fresh date or a raw green almond? But there were several DsOTD. First was a smoothie—EtroGat—made from etrog (citron) and gat (aka qat) leaves, the latter of which are a stimulant illegal in the US & Europe. Definitely had a kick to it. At a deli, we had shots of arak (Middle Eastern ouzo or anisette). Then a tasting of two craft ales (an IPA and an amber), finishing up with some excellent espresso. We were all stuffed and buzzed!
Back at the hotel, I noticed to my horror that it was only 2 hrs till cocktails & dinner. So I napped again, got the VAT rebate form from the shoe store, and walked to the restaurant (turns out the shoe store led me to a shortcut). Had a Yarden Chenin Blanc with passed appetizers, and a private label bottling of a Gamay-Pinot Noir-Shiraz blend.
We leave tomorrow for Tel Aviv, but first one of our tour group is getting her Bat Mitzvah at age 58, by the Western Wall. So there goes my sleeping-in: gotta pack now so I can have early breakfast. After the ceremony, we check out, head to a tour of Hatzalah, the Israeli-originated-and HQed free volunteer first responder service that reaches patients w/in 90 seconds to 3 minutes—because of traffic, regular (Mogen David Adom) and private ambulance response times can be as long as 15-30 minutes or more. It was founded by a 15-yr-old paramedic in training who was frustrated by the fact that he never got to save a life; it uses specially equipped motorcycles, mopeds, boats, drones, and small cars and besides being all over Israel, it’s also in Manhattan, Chicago (W. Rogers Park & Lincolnwood) and Jersey City—and serves everyone regardless of religion or ethnicity (its volunteer paramedics are Jewish, Muslim & Christian as well). Then we drive to Tel Aviv for two days of no obligations or organized outings
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The Bridge game was fun! If you ever want to put things in perspective, I have a friend that has really been through it for the past nine months. First she had her knee replaced. It went well, but it took a while to really get her stride back. Then her daughter (40 years old) had a massive heart attack. The daughter had lymphoma in her early 20’s. Due to receiving the incorrect amount of radiation, she also had breast cancer and a double mastectomy in her 30’s. Now a massive heart attack. She ended up with an LVad. It is an externalartificial heart pump complete with a battery pack that has to charge overnight. They are not meant to last along term and this one was not doing so well. She went to Duke to wait for a heart transplant. Two weeks ago she got a heart! The daughter is out of the hospital and living in an apartment close to the hospital. She is doing great and could be coming home to her three kids by the end of the month. The human body is an amazing machine.
ChiSandy - your Israel trip sounds way beyond the usual touristy tour. Love that you are seeing so much of the food and culture.
Have the reunion Friday and Saturday. I have not been to any of my high school reunions. My husband still lives in the same town where he went to school. In fact, we live in the same house he lived in growing up! High School is a big thing around here. Of the 400 or so graduates, over 200 are coming to the festivities.
Chemo in the AM so no DOTD for me. I will make up for that later! Hope all have a great weekend.
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Chi Sandy- your trip is going great. Yes, I have had the fresh food you speak of. I loved Jerusalem, incredible place rich with history for all. Enjoy Tel Aviv (I remember we went to a diamond cutting facility there but was young and had little spending money so no diamonds then for me....)
JCS Librarian- oh what that woman and her family went through. Yes, the human body is amazing what it can recover from. I know it personally for myself too with multiple health issues in 2012 that probably should have killed me but didn't? So much to be grateful for every day.......
Okay, more pics for Cami.....
Interesting things in Hatch, NM
The beautiful Gila Wilderness
City of Rocks State Park
The lovely springs at Faywood
Yes I went in to both, and will leave it at that.....
old theater in Silver City
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Met with a fellow younger stage IV friend today for Mexican and margaritas, round 1 (desert pear margarita) & 2 (happy hour house special) below.
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Ill- dang those look tasty.....
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Good Morning, Loungettes!Happy TGIF day! Another cold day with wind chill reports, but at least the sun should be out today. Boy, winter is really hanging on with teeth and toenails this year. The wind was really blowing yesterday, the Jeep was just rocking in the parking lot after work. Trees were moving more than I've seen them move in a long time. Supposed to be less windy today, but still enough to have to pay attention to. Even Sadie picked her head up and looked around at some of the bigger gusts. At least all the snow and the long cold is supposed to keep the tick population down this coming summer.
Jazzy--Wow, what a trip! Sounds like you had a great time. I am getting used to the new routine and Sadie seems to be adapting, too. Things haven't really started greening up here, yet, but the snow is melting off, so things are browning up, I guess I'd say. It's still progress and I'll take it! It may be a while before mowing starts, but at least there won't be any more snow plowing.
Cammy--Poor Kitty!
Goldie--It's no problem not being able to sit on the bed comfortably, I've got a chair that works perfectly well.I'm trying to get Sadie to use the chair as a step, but she's not catching on yet. I'll keep working at it. Last I heard about the zoo is that a mass exodus had started. I got a text asking if I was going to stay active on the employee list and if so I need to get my education done. I've got to answer and say "no" and take back the tablet and other equipment. I keep forgetting to take the stuff back, need to get it out of the back of the Jeep. It's so hard when a loved one dies after a long illness. So many conflicting emotions.
Cammy--I have a new mattress on my bed, it's a 14 inch memory foam mattress, so the bed is now much higher than it used to be. It's a bigger jump up for Sadie, and I have to hop up a bit to sit on the side.I generally just lean on the side and roll into bed now! I feel badly for Leslie. She should be able to have a hysterectomy if that's what she wants, as long as she understands all the potential complications and aftereffects, which I'm sure she does. As to the genetic thing, an honest doc will admit they don't know all the genetic mutations that cause bc, heck, they don't even really know how or why cancer starts to begin with! Woops, you said the BRCA testing was positive--that should be a free ticket for an hysterectomy if that's what she wants.You are lucky to have a niece (niece-in-law?) whose willing to help you with your shower. She is so sweet to do that, she must be a wonderful person.
Chi--I am LOLing at the mental picture of the kitties BARKING for food and attention!They must have been around dogs to learn that?
Jazzy--Good advice for Goldie for her DD. And good reminder about grieving being a process that takes time.
Muddling--that's quite the trick--taking off your name tag and wandering around like that! I bet you heard some hilarious stories.
Chi--you sure are seeing and experiencing a lot! The eating tour sounds like it was really fun. I can just imagine wandering around an exotic place getting stuffed and buzzed. I bet the Bat Mitzvah at the Western Wall will be memorable, and so special for the woman.
Librarian--your friend really has been through a time and a half! It's good to have so many people come to your reunion. Around here we have to have multiple year reunions to get enough people to come to make it worthwhile! My class was one of the biggest to go through the school system here, there were around 100 of us.
Jazzy--Love the alien! And the Robbie the Robot with the ice cream! The Gila wilderness is incredible. Rock formations always fascinate me. Ah, hot springs, makes me miss my hot tub! Neat old theater, love the colors.
Illi--Pretty margaritas!
Morning, Cammy!
Kitty Highball
Ingredients
Serving: 1
- 2 ounces red wine
- 3/4 ounce ginger syrup (see Editor's Note)
- 1/2 ounce lime juice
- soda water, to top
Garnish: candied ginger
Directions
- Combine all ingredients, except the soda water, in a mixing tin and shake with ice.
- Strain into a Collins glass over ice.
- Top with soda water.
- Garnish with candied ginger.
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Mornin' Ladies.
Muddling I reallu like ur attitude for a reunion, just jump in and go for it. Lots more fun than just standing there next to DH nd being polite.
JC what a horror for her DD to get a heart transplant. To me that is the worst waiting and then going thru it. One of my cousins has had that about 2 yrs. ago and is doing great, she's in her 50"s but I never told her how scared I was just thinking about it. And all this chemo and crap that goes with it, it's like a cycle that's hard to break. Going home for her will be a super happy day.
Jazzy I will not leave it alone, with or without clothes, hmm good question, now if I were in my 30's I would have more nerve but maybe to shy, 40's not as shy but not looking as good. 50' and 60's might do it, why not. Now who cares I'd do it, why not it would be a first for me and I would imagine how everyone would scatter so I'd have the place to myself. Ur pics are amazing, and u do so much in just a short time, just love it.
Lori I think I read u were coming home Thursday and of course u have to stress to Jennifer how important it is, even if she feels ok, doesn't mean a thing. I'm sure she'll be fine, but I would think that cut would really stop her from doing a lot. It's all in such a painful place for movement. Im so glad ur able to go home Monday and then it's ur turn to unwind and try to relax and just gather ur wits about u. It's been so hard for u <<<HUGS>>>
Wow Sandy ur knocking me out here, I'm having a lot of trouble keeping up. But u sound great and so much to do and good food and of course drink. The history ur seeing is amazing, I figure some very sad but some enjoying too. And how are all the people with you, R they nice and fun so u can enjoy as much as possible. Ur keeping up is great, but a cat that barks??? Those animals there re scary to me. I'm looking forward to see all of the pics <as usual> and food to, don't forget that.
Illi those drinks look amazing, good enough to drink all of them. Go for it, for sure.
Jazy I doubt we'll ever go out...their hearts are always in the bestest of places but time wise there just isn't enough. Dan and I talked on the phone last nite for 2 hrs. then by the time I actually fell asleep it was really late. Forgetting the man who does all the phones today is off meaning I do it all. Wow I used to do it, but I'm so out of practice to keep up all of this. I already started my day with a 4am call, meaning I have to nap, but I won't be able to and it actually has me nervous about doing this. A couple of years back I was good, but a lot has happened and I'm just not the same. Well we'll see.
I try not to eat meat on Friday during Lent, but if it's in front of me I'll go for it and I'm not even a big meat fan, but when I was a kid every friday was no meat and there were no choices. Good thing Italian recipes could always have fish in them then, I don't see as many now a days. Of course I don't look for any either.
LUBS U ALL
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In the pewl again, jeez I should be clean. OK Kim I know that kind of bed, they're so high it's kind of funny. Leslie has one When they go out and sleep over wherever Joey and I sleep in their bed but it's so much fun to get into. I sit at the edge Joey get my leg one at a time and I scoot over and I'm in. hahaha...but it is comfy after u get all set up in it. So I get it for Sadie.
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Good morning ladies- TGIF, we made it! Had a good day settling in and just gave myself a day off the road and without driving which was a good thing to do. Got the yard watered, unpacked and laundry done, some bills paid. Also talked to my atty about this new contract I was offered (problems there) and will have some decisions to make today about this new work. Got a call coming up this morning to talk to the prime on this new gig.
NM- your new bed sounds dreamy. Glad you are enjoying it and getting used to the new job. Do you feel detached from the old job yet? I know when you have been a place for awhile, it takes time. I was at this last gig for six months and really feel done with it already. It takes me longer to get go on longer contracts.
JCS- I have been reading up on that new immunotherapy drug. Those types of drugs seem to have really helped a lot of other people with other types of cancer and been waiting and watching to see something come for us bc gals. This is for triple negative as I understand it, correct? If i read it right, not something you will do now?
Cami- okay so here is the story about the "clothing optional" pools. I was not planning on going in to them, but the public pools were limited enough I needed more. So I told myself to check out the other ones, but no girlfriend, I did not take off my suit. I have had enough surgeries and a big dent in one of the girls where I had a lumpectomy that I don't care to have any questions about things. There was no one in there when I first went, then I left to get something from the car and came back to find three middle aged people there. I told myself "Jazzy you are not a prude" so I went in and visited with them. A very buff man (yes I noticed) and a middle aged couple. They were very nice and I sat there in my suit with the nudies and we had good conversation about travel, hot springs, etc. I will say I am not a prude, but am also private about my own body these days. One has to be careful where they look when dipping with the naked ones (my sister said you have to be careful with hands and feet in the water too, lol).
I plan to get some exercise today, some groceries and need a flat of pansies to get my pots started. It has been warm the past month, but it did snow here sunday after I left town and always wait until April for pansies. I have some new perennials but keeping them in pots for now. I love getting back in the gardens and also have more pruning to do.
Wishing everyone a good slide in to the weekend!
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My husband has been gone now for 6 months, I still have waves of tearing up and feeling bad, but mostly am doing ok and feel like I am living again instead of just being a robot day in and day out. I went on the cruise that he had planned with my cousin. She and I had so much fun, it was just as comfortable as when we were kids staying at each others home. I drank a different drink each time to get to taste some that I never had before. Apparently I am one of those people who can drink different drinks without getting sick. We ate good (of course) and was busy all the time so never seemed to drink too much.
Chi and Jazzy - I love hearing about your trips. I love when you share the pictures. Jazzy your pictures were great! I would love to see the caves that people use to live in. I bet they were in a lot better shape than we are today!
Goldie - I hope your daughter is feeling better, I am glad that you were with her. I am sorry for the loss of your mom, but I think you all knew she was ready to go.
Illi- your drinks always looks like you are vacation every day!
Cami - You and your poor daughter has gone through so much. I hope that your daughter starts healing and feels better soon.
NM - I hope you will stop having snow and spring will come and let you and Sadie enjoy the outside. I am glad that you like your new job. The old one must be getting pretty desperate if they lost so many people.
JCS- I am glad that you get together with your friends for card games and I hope you survive the reunion and have fun.
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Last of the cliff dwelling pics off the bigger camera.....
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