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Hi all, after reading my last post it's a wonder you let me in here! I think my little Gracie Lu really did type with her butt; however, in retrospect I vaguely remember being on the iPad in bed after taking an Ambien. Wow-such typing I never have produced before!
My beloved Huskers are playing Fresno State tonight and barely winning, 21-20 in the 4th quarter. Should have been an easy game for us. I chose not to go again this week and let DD1 and husband go with DH and DS instead. A 6pm game is nice (so much cooler), but then there is the 2 hour drive home w/game traffic. And I have to play at church at 9am.
DorK, I am done with rads, 2 weeks ago. Have 3 month check with onc next Thursday. A bit nervous, although nothing specific. You guys know that drill, I suspect.
9-11 looms large for all us, especially those that were "there". I was not there, but remember vividly walking into a classroom of 8th graders where the TV was on and I could not figure out why they would not turn it off and get prepared for my lesson. The teacher just looked at me in disbelief and then we watched the first tower fall. Spent a lot of time calling, consoling, and crying that day and the days to come. My 5th graders weren't even born when this happened, so what used to be a lesson for all has changed to something more historical, yet still important. I was three when Kennedy was shot, so don't have that memory either, but obviously something that my parents and older recall vividly. Each generation has it's defining moments, don't they. Some have more than their share it seems. God bless the first responders, the 3000+ who died that day, and their families and friends. We must never forget.
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Have never needed a hug more, not my DH's fault. Problem is that, the first time I am okay to get wet, I will. I am a Scorpio, a child of the water, will swim naked at the drop of a hat, including in my hot tub. Friend is awesome, not huurtful.
Think I will have another. Vodka drink and go to bed. DorK told me you are awesome, thanks. Hug back, hope to be there for someone else in the lounge. Hugs back.0 -
Having a little chardonnay...
Mother Superior called all the nuns together and said to them, ‘I must tell you all something. We have a case of gonorrhea in the convent.'
‘Thank God,' said an elderly nun at the back, ‘I'm so tired of chardonnay.'0 -
LOL at that, Gail! Our satellite went out, so thought I'd get on the treadmill and watch the recordings, but can't even get that tv to do anything.Bummer when I actually WANT to exercize and get sidelined. I'm sure the dogs would enjoy a walk, but its late and if any other dog sees them, there will be barking. Oh what an exciting Saturday night!!!!
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Ok, the bed is gone... at least it's in the garage. Room is empty and waiting for paint.
Kristy - we read your posts with our beer goggles on so... looked fine to me!
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Okay, back for one more round of cocktails, feeling less stupid or more drunk. Not sure which. drain your glasses ladies, I love you all, thanks for being here to hear me. PS, won't talk about 9/11 as I was actually flying that day.
Right now, me, vodka and my bed are about to unite/merge. Love to all. Cheers.
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Oh how scary Lisa! Our Jaybird is a flt attendant, but not sure if she was doing that back then. We were supposed to fly on the 12th, to stay in a neat place in San Luis Obispo for my b'day, but of course all flts were cancelled and that had to be delayed. But to actually have been flying that day....yikes! Sure glad you're here with us.
Gail, what color are you going to paint your new office room??Ciao!
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Survived the storm and today will be a better day. Can't get upset with your friends, not their fault and they love you anyway, it is about me and dealing with my new normal ... Can't wait for that to not include the stupid drains, they hurt. 5 weeks post op seems like enough.
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Good morning Loungettes,
Lisa, so glad you are feeling better today. I am sorry I was not in the lounge last night for you, I was, as Beanie would say, studying my eye lids.
Today is a day that none of us can ever forget. I have not yet turned on the TV but know the tears will be flowing soon. We were touched alot in this area as many from our community make the commute to work in NYC. I did not know any victims personally but had friends of friends who lost someone. I also worked with clients in NYC and vividly recall one lady whose DH was assisting in the clean up, we all know that was a morbid job. She went off on me and i did not particularly care for her but then she apologized and told me what her family was going through. They had lost many friends and acquaintances. So hard for all of us but we are One Nation, Under God and feeling the unity will get me through this somber day. Seems fitting that the sky is very gloomy today, ten years late. 9/11/01 was a beautiful sunny blue sky day. I remember the quiet in the skies above as I am over the path of PHL airport. It is so sad to think back. I am glad that I am back to church, I will surely feel better and not so down over the memory of that day that rocked our country upside down. I was cutting my lawn as I was working 11:30 - 8pm that day. One of my neighbors came out of his house and drug me in to watch the coverage. I watched both towers fall. I was listening to coverage last night and the NYC mayor at the time was talking about still seeing in him mind, bodies flying through the air as people jumped from the sky scraper. I can not imagine living through that. Makes BC seem a bit innocent?? Not to minimize BC but that was a disaster caused by other "human" (?) beings.....so soo sad, a hard day already, my eyes are filling up......
God bless each of you girls. And Lisa, I am glad you found us too! Love you all!!
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Hello again girls,
I have just come back from watching live coverage of 09/11/01 on GMA sunday. I knew I would cry but had no idea I sould sob. What touched me most was again seeing the now deceased Peter Jennings choke up and shed tears on live TV and telling those watching to "go hug your family". I always loved Peter Jennings and knew he was losing his battle but he fought and fought.
The last week has opened my eyes so wide. I found the link that my friend, Marie, a stage IV surviror posted on Chrissy's journey thread. I only found it last night. I went to bed with a heavy heart and could not stop thinking about these wonderful stage IV girls that i had the priveledge of spending time with. Just now, I opened the link again and listened and watched the videos and pictures. I have decided that I will be donating to the traveling pants in honor of our dear Junie as she was a stage IV and I think appropriate for me to pay for the honor of seeing and touching these pants. I am pictured in one of the photos along with Chrissy. When I saw myself, I first thought oh my, I do not belong in that pic, i am not stage IV. But after spending the week with Chrissy, I realized there was a reason I was there. There was also a reason that I showed up at the hotel, with the stage IV girls after dinner when I had initially passed up the opportunity, came home then had the strong urge to go back to the hotel and spend more time with these very special ladies pictures on the thread. For those of you who have not donated to BCO or AMC and have the ability, I would like to suggest you donate to the traveling pants in honor of Stephanie. Please take the time to at least open this and read the about traveling pants, it is so touching. The gal that set this site up did an awsome job and I am going to hunt her down to thank her as she is not a cancer survivor but loved one all the same....I am so grateful that today is Sunday as I need to get on my knees and pray for all the blessing that have been granted to me, maining having Chrissy B for a week. I am feeling empty here without her but she will forever live in my heart. Here is the link:
http://www.stage4travelingpants.com/default.html
I love each and every one of you girls more than words can say......keep the faith.....♥♥♥♥ to my stage IV friends as well......I will be praying for all of you today. Peace, love and happiness.....
Dorothy aka Dork/Dottie/Dotty/
and finally, Dorkaroonie (the name Stanzie gave me, where are ya Stanzie??) Miss ya!
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Just popping in to say GOOD MORNING! Don't even have time to read and ketchup. I know I will regret it later, as there will be SOOOO much to read. I am getting a later start than usual, and if I read and reply, I know I will be at least another hour.
No Kathy, I don't remember my "other" name, just know it wasn't as fun as yours! I think you had the best one.
A somber day today.....thinking of all the lives lost and to think we are still losing lives from 9/11. So a toast to all that have gone on and to their families.
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Joining all you girlz in thinking of all the lives we lost on 9/11. So much fear, so much sadness, so much we do not understand....and we all came together as a country, to heal. I remember watching tv that morning and when the first plane flew into the tower I called my DH asap as he worked for the dept of defense, in a very important bldg, which could also have been a target. As we were on the phone, the 2nd tower was hit. Even when the pentagon was hit, and I called back, his boss was not even aware of what had happened! So he had to give him the sad news. Then his entire huge bldg was surrounded with obstacles after that, with a guard house and even when he would leave and return from lunch, the car had to be searched, etc before he could get back to work. Even though we were so far away, our city felt vulnerable for an attack, with all the defense operations here. Cannot imagine the fear of those living so close to the attacks. I am interested in what you wrote DorK, since you were so much closer.And for Lisa to have been flying that day....just too scary for words.
So nice of you to be donating to the Traveling Pants, DorK. I also looked at that link the other day, and was so moved by it. Junie would feel so honored! Although she was not stage4 bc, she was stage4 emphysema and had bc, so that does seem like a fitting memorial to her, to donate to the "Pants". How moving that must have been, to actually see them and read all the names and what everyone wrote. And for you to get to meet and get to know those amazing ladies!!! We had no idea what a blessing Chrissy's visit would be....had just thought it would be amazing to meet her, but she has enriched your life so much. What a dear!
Well girlz, I need some coffee. So will head over to the buffet, fill up my plate, get settled by the pool, then ask Pants to bring me an Irish Coffee. Later on I will hang out at the mimosa fountain. Then this afternoon, DH and I have to go to a funeral. His former mother-in-law, who he was very close to (his DD's grandma), she was 95, but had alzheimers, so for the past 5 yrs or so did not recognize anyone. She was a dear though, and I hope to dig out the pics I have that I took of her at one of the events at the ELKS club....trying to dance the hula. It was such a fun night, and of course my DH got up there, wearing my hula skirt and some coconuts for a bra (over his clothes, thank god!), but it was funny! So, will be a sad day at her funeral, but she had a long, full life, so will celebrate that too.
Love you Girlz,
Kathy (aka whatevah!)
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Lori, Was it you that posted that fun way to get our "other" names? It would be fun to do that again, as we have some gals who hadn't been a part of the lounge at that time. I think someone else had your name...was it Donna? Or a name that was close. I think we need something FUN to do here, again, what do you think? I hope it was you, or that you might know what it was, and can post it!!! Maybe not today on this somber day, but soon.
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Good morning, ladies. The Eggs Benedict from the buffet here are scrumptious! I'm raising my mimosa to everyone who lost their lives ten years ago today and to their families and friends, and to all of us whose lives were forever changed And here's a second raise to the ladies here who were even closer to the situation than others:, DorK, Claire, Lisa...and any that I've missed. I was getting ready for work and living in Olympia, WA (Claire- love the mentions you make about Puget Sound!!). As soon as the newscasters started talking about middle east terrorists, I knew in my heart that my eldest DS would be impacted by this attack. He had joined the Marines 11 months prior to 9/11. By January of 2003, he was in Kuwait and fighting for his life. He was in the square in Baghdad when the statue of Hussein was brought down. So I also raise my glass to all of the soldiers and Marines (and their families) who have sacrificed their lives for our country.
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Oh My, Sheryl, how totally frightening for your son to be in the middle of all that. I raise my glass very high for him today, as well as all the others you mentioned (and for you, for all the worries you had for his safety all those years....hoping he is okay now).... Hugs, Kathy
Ok, gotta run, so we are not late for the funeral.
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Raising a toast to all and thanking god, despite what we lost 10 years ago, that I live in this country and have you ladies to count on!
Slainte and love!
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Its a gorgeous day here in Denver....blue sky...and so quiet...there is a memorial ceremony downtown at civic center park at 1:00....Beach Boys are playing as is the symphony.....thought about going but DH is sick and DD has homework....don't want to go myself....think I'll check the TV listings and see if its being televised...DH watched the ceremonies early this morning from NY and DC and cried his eyes out.....I missed it...damn, I need a good cry.....
Yes, the USA is a wonderful place to live.....and we must never forget...Thanks to all those who served and continue to serve.....Karen
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10 years ago today I packed my drowsy young daughters into the car, bright and early, to drive to Mammoth where my DH had just identified the body of his beloved, missing brother. I had cried all night and was now trying to hold it together for my kids and so that I could drive safely. We stopped at the bagelry to pick up some bagels and coffee. The woman behind the counter look at me and burst into tears. I was not surprised even though I hadn't heard what was happening in NY -- she had just gotten news of the first plane. Before we left, she heard about the 2nd plane and was shrieking inconsolably. My kids just thought she was a strange lady. In the car, I put on a kid CD and tried not to think about the world falling apart... just do this, just focus on getting to DH and his family. When I stopped for gas a couple of hours later, everyone was standing around talking about the tragedy near the Pentagon. The girls had fallen asleep in the car... I leaned against the car with my back to them, sobbing and shaking, no tears left because I had already shed them for my brother in-law and DH and our family. My in-laws were not religious at the time and there was no "funeral"... a few days later we scattered his ashes over the lake and talked about how he had nothing in his heart but kindness and love, and we wept... the day was so sad, and so much sadder due to the evil that caused millions of people unneccessary pain. We have illnesses that cause worry, grief and pain, and there are accidents that take your loved ones too soon and leave you with a hole in your heart. And then there is evil. I reflect on the kindness and compassion of my brother in-law often, and our loss at a time when so many others grieved losses due to evil. Maybe this is why I have become so sensitive to the petty meaness I feel every day when I watch the news or DD irritates another driver by moving too slow, and the neighbor who hates us because WD barks occasionally, and DH being mad at me for being sick. Sometimes it is all too much. And then I come here and have a drink with my friends and we are all kind to each other. So, please, let's agree to never be angry at each other. Not at the lounge. Here, there is nothing but love.
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We did not ask for this $hit, we got it, we are all still the same strong women we have always been, but this god damn BC got in our way. Love you all!
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yes, except now we know how strong we are!
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Gail, How very, very sad. Cannot imagine the grief you were all going through with your DH having to id his brothers body, and then the whole nation ended up grieving too, with the horrid events of that day. It is so strange how we were all affected in different ways, and I am fascinated by the things we each were involved in on 9/11. Today, driving to the funeral, it was touching to see those huge flags at the Space and Rocket Center, at half-staff. And a neighbors kid put a very small flag on their mailbox. Sometimes the little things are so meaningful.
note: Re the funeral today, I am still not used to "viewings", but that is very common here. Well, you know how you say how nice the deceased looks? My step-dau's g'ma really DID look beautiful...and then found out she would have been 96 in just a few days. I never just looked at her that hard when we visited, just was trying to make small talk. What an elegant lady, and she looked like someone in their late 70's.
"Handle every stressful situation like a dog. If you can't eat it or hump it, piss on it and walk away."
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Gail, so sorry. Cannot believe this all happened on 9/11/01. I recall you telling the story of your DH's dear brother but you did not mentioned that it happened on this day, whoa, very heavy story. So sorry about this, it has to be difficult. Sending you hugs.
Kathy, glad went well at the service. and glad you were able to find solace at the viewing. I do not think I want to be viewed while deceased, it is stressful for me to see loved ones in that state. Will say no more, don't wanna think sad things.
My heart is on overload, soooo much going on and what a whirl wind week. It went so fast. I am looking forward to seeing more of Chrissy's adventure.
Lori, hope I did not scare ya away last night, I was uhhh, brazing lol. Miss you.Can't keep my eyes open again, it is football time ~~~yawn~~~To all, a great night and wishes for a great day after SUNdey! Cheers!
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DorK, I don't want a viewing either, in fact I want cremation. Been to some nice services in that regards. My late DH did not want a viewing, but I felt I had to have it, for his family...they were so used to that and I know they would not have believed me if I had told them he had told me he didn't want it. I really regret doing that, and in retrospect they did not help me with anything after he died, so I should've stood my ground. Oh well, thats in the past. Hope you sleep well tonight....zzzzzzzzz! And when do you have to return to work??? I can't remember.
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DorK and Kathy,prior to my sister pasing, I was adamant about no viewing when it was my turn. My sissy, however, knew that the "older folk" would want a viewing. Her thought was, "make them happy...it won't be about me anymore." So, we had a viewing and she was cremated the next day. It wasn't as creepy as I'd imagined. Two of her bestest friends did her makeup because they wanted to make sure that my sister LOOKED like my sister and not a stranger. It didn't seem weired to see her in the casket or even to touch her body. She was there, but yet she was far far away. So my thoughts on viewing have changed, AS LONG as my bestest friend does my hair and makeup. (It might take a vodka & cranberry juice to get an agreement from her. But it would be soooo worth it And, I'd reciproate when it's her turn. It's a win-win
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Thank goodness, Jewish tradition is no viewing....all funerals are closed casket....the funeral is held as soon as possible after the death, then there is the shiva week....too long to go into all the details as the mourning period is different for parents than for any other relative.....My parents did pre-paid funeral arrangements in Florida....I'm very lucky at 55 to still have both my parents, but my dad is not doing well....I am going to try to go see them the end of October....
Watched a 911 documentary that DeNiro was host for....it started out as a documentary on a newbie firefighter about a week before the tragic event...Now I'm watching the interview (can't think of the correct word) building up to the concert for NYC in October 2001....Sir Paul is always so wonderful....so far have seen Eric Capton, James Taylor, Billy Joel....its is all in black and white except for clips of the concert....The best concert I have ever seen was Sir Paul Nov 1st/ 2005....saw him again last summer, but the 2005 concert was just unbelievable.....Clip of Harrison Ford talking to Sir Paul and a clip of The Who.....DH is tivoing the show, so will have to watch it again....
My gf called me tonight...her DD who is a sophomore or junior in college came home last night and found her roommate passed out...she couldn't wake her up so called 911...the girl ended up dying....my gf thinks it was alcohol poisoning....her DD keeps saying she is okay, but my gf is worried about her as DD says she can't go back to her apt....and another gf's daughter was there to spend the night as she was taking the SAT's today....what a tragic story.....
Deciding if I want another glass of wine....
Have a good beginning of the week....Hugs, karen
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OMG I feel responsible for turning our lounge into a morgue or funeral home. Sorry girlz (yeah, I know, no sorries, but felt I needed to say it). We need a lotta dwinks to get through tonight. So sad that you lost your sister, Sheryl, but sounds like her friends were sweet to make her look really nice. Very sad. And Karen, omg how horrid for your friends DD to find her roommate passed out, having to call 911, and then having the girl die. That will stay with your friends DD for a long, long time. And feel sorry for the deceased girls family, not something you expect to happen. Just so very sad. OK, I need a stiff dwink or ten, so I can stumble into bed and sleeeeeeep......joining DorK in some zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz's. NIghty night.
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Loved the clip of Sir Paul singing "Freedom" at the Concert for NYC.....I'll admit it, I still have a crush on him...or should I say a renewed crush on him....wonder if there is a DVD of the whole concert....so many good people played it....
think I'm going to pour that last glass of cabernet....why not...a toast to Freedom!!!! Sweet dreams
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DorK, sounds like you and hubby had a nice time. I can't watch the 911 stuff, just can't. Of course you did NOT scare me away, like you said earlier, I am usually just on in the mornings. During the week, if it's slow in the office I might jump in. This week, if I have any free time, I will be cleaning and packing. Leaving for MI on Friday for my yearly family visit. Can't wait!
NM, aren't you leaving on Wednesday for Vegas?
Scuba, sorry you had a bad day, I have a hug for you too, a little late, but hey...hugs are good anytime, aren't they?
Gail, glad you were able to get the bed moved and like Kathy.....what color are we painting? We should have a painting party, now that would be fun! Such a nice post about your BIL, although I am sorry for your loss, even it was 10 yrs ago. Can tell how much you loved him. And there certainly is a LOT of LOVE here in our lounge.
Kathy, it was Dee who posted the name game, I'll see if I can find it. Sorry to hear of the death, but I sure she lived a wonderful life. As for viewings, I don't want one either. Just seems to give me that last visual of a person. And I don't want to think of a lost loved one laying in a casket. I actually have not been to very many funerals and figure my mom will be next, and if we have a viewing, I will NOT be going up to do so.
Karen, sorry your dad is not doing well, but glad you will get to visit your folks.
Sheryl, I too am sorry to hear about your sister, I'm sure you miss her terribly. I have a story to add, but won't! Like Kathy said, too much sadness talk, need to get this place livened up again. But will share this photo that my brother posted. My niece did this 10 yrs ago, and she was only 10. My brother found it on her easel board.
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I FOUND IT! It was Dee.
My name at the time was Sugar Glitter Ridge, now after getting married it's Sugar Lusty Heat
I have decided that we all need a stripper name...What the h*ll, I'm bored! ..LOL
A. Follow the instructions to find your new name.
B. Once you have your new name, share it!
1. Use the third letter of your first name to determine your new first name: a = Chesty, b = Fantasia, c = Starr, d = Diamond, e = Montana, f =Angel, g = Sugar, h = Mimi, i = Lola, j = Kitty, k = Roxie, l = Dallas,
m = Princess, n = Heidi, o = Bambi, p = Bunny, q = Brandy, r = Sugar, s= Candy, t = Raquelle, u = Sapphire, v = Cinnamon, w = Blaze, x =Trixie, y = Isis, z = Jade
2. Use the second letter of your last name to determine the first half of your new last name:
a = Leather, b = Dream, c = Sunny, d = Deep,e = Heaven, f = Tight, g =Shimmer, h = Velvet, i = Lusty, j = Harley,k = Passion, l = Dazzle, m =Dixon, n = Spank, o = Glitter, p = Razor,q = Meadow, r = Glitz, s = Sparkle, t = Sweet, u = Silver, v = Tickle,w = Cherry, x = Hard, y =Night, z = Amber
3. Use the third letter of your last name to determine the second half of your new last name:
a = hooter, b = horn, c = tower, d = fire, e = thighs, f = hips, g = side,h = jugs, i = shock, j = cocker, k = brook, l = tush, m = sizzle, n= ridge, o = kiss, p = bomb, q = cream, r = thong, s = heat, t = whip, u = cheeks, v = rock, w = hiney, x = button, y = lick, z = juice
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Good morning girls,
Lori, glad I did not scare you with my shitty titty pics. Nice to see you. I love love love the pic your neice made, surely one to cherish.
Karen, glad you soo you pop in and nice hearing you say sweet dreams. Hope you are feeling better. I will keep praying for you, darling. Glad you got to hear your boy, Sir Paul, sing to YOU! I love him too. I play alot of him on Pandora as I am not up with the times with an ipod.
Scuba, hoping you are feeling better.
To the rest of you, I hope you all have a groovy kind a day. I have got to get moving, have a 10:45 appointment and still need to shower. I am going to try to post a pic of Chrissy and me out in my back yard. We had such a nice time and my home is empty without her here. See you fine chickadees later! Dwink up!
Ok, picture failed, I am stupid, trying to upload from kodak, and not running explorer, must switch to explorer then try.....uh, technology and I do not get along.....CheerZ!
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