So...whats for dinner?
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Michelle, in September, just before I was diagnosed, we rented the most reasonably priced house we could find right on Tunnels Beach (north shore). This property stays booked up year round but we were able to get another week in late September of 2013.
My husband re-booked it when they called from the rental agency during my very first breast surgeon appointment. At the time I thought he was nuts for committing to it but he thought it would give us something to look forward to (and it has).
The first time we went we rented a condominium at Pali Ke Kua (Princeville) with a great view and then stayed in Poipu the latter part of the week but we loved Tunnels Beach/Haena so much that we kept driving back up there (even from the south shore) every single day.
Do you prefer the north shore or the south shore?
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Moonflwr - my favorite photo hosting site is Imgur ( http://imgur.com// ).
You don't need an account to post an image and you can delete the image (if you save the deletion link which is provided on the right hand column after you host the image).
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Nancy and Debbie, after we sold our house in 2004 we rented a loft in downtown Los Angeles for a year and half so we could be close to my husband's office and decide what we wanted to do for the rest of our lives
. It was the longest year and a half of my life!
The parking structure was across the street and I developed such anxiety about that parking garage that I got to the point that I never wanted to leave the loft (which was a really depressing place in and of itself).
At that particular time there were some pretty aggressive people out and about and my heart would race like crazy - getting in and out of there - especially carrying bags of groceries. Ugh.
I'm not much for crowded places either. Going to Times Square would be hell for me but I know it's great fun for a lot of people...
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LeeA - I like both ends of the island so we have stayed at the Marriott and at a rental unit (Pali Kai) which used to be Marriott property (hubby was a Platinum member for years so we usually stayed at the Marriott on points. The rental unit is on the bluff overlooking the bay and the owner has a special deal with the Marriott golf properties - we played for $30 - $40 a round! And we were allowed to use the Marriott facilities including the pool, spa, etc. So it was a perfect location for us!
This was taken May 22, 2010 on our 30th anniversary at the Marriott. The bay is where the cruise ships dock.
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Michelle, wonderful picture!
Thank you for the applause folks, but I don't know how much of that I deserve. Although we did a lot of work trying to prepare inmates for release into the real world, an appalling number of people are "frequent flyers". It's not uncommon to see generations of inmates. Unfortunately, the real work needs to be done before an individual ever gets to prison, but as with mental health, limited funds and resources make it difficult to effect real change. I really don't know what the answer is. That's why I retired!
All in all, I'd rather go to Hawaii. Except for that flying thing . . .
Had such fun at Trader Joe's. Got a nice assortment of cheeses and Belgian chocolate (for stockings), a pannetone, lots of wine and dried fruits for some baking. Somebody highly recommended the windmill cookies, so I got some of those too. Hey, I'm ready to party!
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Michelle, that's a great photo of the two of you! I get so wistful when I see Kauai photos. We're not golfers but that sounds like a great price.
This is a view from the yard of the rental property. We rarely left the property other than to go for groceries or out to dinner. Kauai is a great place to relax.
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We were at Trader Joe's last night. Actually, we're there about every two or three days (they recently opened one within walking distance of our house but we've only walked there once).
Last night we bought some dark chocolate covered espresso beans (soooo good) and pomegranate arils (I'm addicted to those things this time of year). We also like their fresh-squeezed orange juice and DH stocked up on Pinot Noir (lol, no wonder we need the car to get to and from there!). We also love their Himalayan pink salt in the grinder bottle. I resisted the overwhelming urge to get a tin of peppermint bark.
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Oh, Auntinance, that was me and the windmill cookies. Love them but be wary of the fat content. That's why they taste so good. I bought some of their cheese a while back. It was good but did seem to mold faster than I expected and I checked all the dates. I don't like to eat soft cheeses with mold. I love their chocolate covered ginger. I managed to only spend $20 so you can tell I didn't buy much.
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Bedo- Thanks it was my nephew not son but thankful he is safe. I have never tired cream of mushroom soup on fish before it never hurts to try new things sometimes they work and somtimes they dont ;-( Your soup sounds good though
Moon- I still havn't fiqured out how to post pictures I'm going to have to commit to one whole day of practicing. I have copy/pasted Michelle's help on how to do it in previous post.
Lee-We live in a fairly small town but 2 hours away is a busy city (Portland) I had to learn to drive in that traffic when I had to start driving since DH can't Im getting to be a pro at it, but do not like it, I would never want to live in a big city again. Although I lived in Hawaii for 10 years, that I can do again. lol!
Michelle-That is such a cute picture!
Luvmygoats- Yum on the chocolate covered ginger never had the combo together before!
Dinner tonight is Pork chops and brussel sprouts
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Lee, I saw those espresso beans and was going to get some but DH was pushing the cart toward the cashier and I abandoned the attempt. Next time!
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Lee - that is a beautiful view! Tunnels Beach is fantastic!
Trader Joe's is about 30 minutes from us. So far I haven't discovered anything worth driving the extra distance. It's in a busy part of south Nashua and I rarely head in that direction. We have a new Tuscan grocery store for fabulous bread and the great farm stand. And there's a really good market with a complete butcher shop. So I don't have to go more than 15 minutes and all these places are on the same path.
I got a call from the imaging center this afternoon and my PET/CT has been moved up to next Wednesday at 12:30. I'm good with the change - the sooner the better.
JoyceK and her DH left a few minutes ago - we had great pizza and ricotta pie with raspberries, wine and great conversation. Not exactly diet-friendly but delicious!
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LeeA, enjoy your trip. MIT looks wonderful. I am leery of the plane, but would love to visit Hawaii some time. You are at an advantage starting on the west coast.
Carol, I am with you on the CSA. It is a wonderful idea, but I don't think I'll be joining again next year. I miss picking which veggies I will buy and cook.
Michelle, so glad you are happy with your plan. I hope it kicks butt. Will be sending you good wishes on Wednesday for your scans too. Glad you and Joyce and your DH's had a good time.
Lacey, your GS is adorable! I love the hair style. Bedo, I like the style on the dog too. Different strokes for different folks I guess. I also like to be in crowds. I was actually in time square last New Year's Eve. It was a bit scary, but mostly because I just wasn't prepared for what that kind of crowd would be like.
I am in a funk with cooking again, but nothing to do with disposition, just can't find the time. Chauffering DD with her after school activities is putting a crimp in meal prep. Had a obj today and scrambled eggs last night. Made reservations for New Years for a local farm to table restaurant. It is a five course tasting menu, should be good.
Take care everyone. Hope all are healthy again in your house Laurie.0 -
You guys are killing me with the Hawaii stories and pictures. sure could use one of those beaches right now.Havent been to Hawaii since 1986 YIKES time for a re-visit
LeeA great score on all the goodies...no guilt its Christmas time!
Ended up making a pizza last night I have not had an appetite so just doing easy meals for now, did stock up on stuff at store to make some heartier meals like lasagna when the kids come home next week. Need to get my prime rib for Christmas eve.
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I'm considering Cornish hens for Christmas eve dinner this year instead of beef. Anyone have ideas and/or good recipes? I know that you do :-)
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Oh Dear God! Just saw on the TV that there has been another mass shooting this time in an elementary school in Connecticut... Most of the victims are young children... I feel sick to my stomach... What in the heck is with these people?!! There is a special place in hell reserved for someone who could do this....
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I totaly agree Seaside. Hard to understand how anyone can do this much less to children makes me cry. Prayers and comfort to all the families.
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Babies, kindergarteners. How tragic. Prayers and tears.
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Incomprehensible! I just want to magically think that if I hope hard enough, this will not have happened.....my thoughts and hope for all these families, that they have the enormous strength it will take to cope with such unbearable loss and trauma. They have become additional victims of our failed system to treat the mentally ill and yet generously grant guns.
When will this stop??!!
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This is just sickening. My breaking heart goes out to these people, so tragic and senseless.
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How does a parent not know that their child has guns and is capable of killing them or has the desire to kill them? At what point do you call authorities to give them a heads up of what you beleive your child is capable of? Do we really bury our heads in the sand when it comes to our own children?
Prayers for those families. How will those kids ever feel safe enough to go back to school?
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I lived very near this community when we lived in Trumbull, CT. This is so hard to even imagine. If we can't treat the mentally ill, we cannot prevent these tragedies, and that is frightening. And if we continue to make it easy to get a gun, there is nothing to prevent a lunatic from going on a shooting spree. We need a national conversation on gun control.
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Carrie,
I do think that as parents we do want and need to believe that we have raised decent human beings which most likely leads to denial even when confronted with overwhelming evidence to the contrary....
And yes... How will those poor kids ever feel safe going to school and how will their parents ever feel safe sending them again....
The images being shown are just breaking my heart... The anguish photos of those who's children died contrasted with sheer relief of those reunited are very difficult to watch....
Just goes to show... you never know what will happen... I hope everyone hugs their loved ones tonight and lets those they care about know they are loved....
Let me start.... Even though I don't post as often here as I would like, I do read and keep up with you all that way.... I still say this is one of the friendliest threads on this site all due to the wonderful ladies here... Luv you all!0 -
Oops, family Room, LOL
God, I just can not understand this tragedy.
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Deb- Know you have joined mine and Lauries club of Oops lol!
It is so heartbreaking and your are so right Seaside this is the best thread here and Love all of you.
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I cannot bear to watch another minute of it...
I thought I'd let everyone know that Apple posted on Facebook today. I don't know for sure how she's doing but it's encouraging to see her posting somewhere.
I love this group of gals! And Seaside, it's always good to hear from you!
Bedo - we had a nice dinner at the Copper Door tonight, thank you so much. The restaurant was very busy so we sat at a "common" table in the lounge with several other people. It was fun to meet and talk to new people! DH and I had red sangria, shared a bosc pear salad with spiced nuts, and had the "bar" plate of fried chicken (one piece) and fries. It was just the right size and delicious, although next time we'll substitute one of the fries for a veggie. We didn't eat all of the fries (and don't need to eat them all) so a little broccoli or spinach would be a better option.
Funny story - yesterday my hubby had an eye appointment, I told him I was going out for a few things and he said he'd pick up what I needed. One of the errands was to stop at this huge florist shop and pick up a Christmas wreath for our front door. First, he couldn't find the florist shop - we pass it at least 6 times a week, it's huge and all decorated inside and out, and I don't quite know how he has missed it. He called me, I gave him more specific directions and I didn't hear from him until he came home...without a wreath. He said that they were all artificial and cost more than $200. WTH??? So today, I did a little Christmas shopping and decided to check it out for myself. I walked out of there with a huge, real, 16" wreath with a fabulous ribbon for $16.99. I don't think he asked for help...LOL!
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The shootings make me both sad and angry. I own guns and am teaching DD how to shoot...she is almost at the competitive shooter level.....so, to me guns are a just 'a thing around the house' and I just can't understand what makes someone go crazy and do such things..........
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Michelle,
Had noticed that we hadn't heard from Apple in awhile and was hoping she was doing OK.... Good to hear that she is posting to Facebook although sure miss her posts here... Lol on DH and the wreath.... Why oh why is asking for help such a tough thing for the guys?0 -
Michelle- Don't know why our DH can't do a simple task lol! But yet they are so great in all other areas. I'm glad Apple is at least posting some where. Hope she is doing ok.
Had a nice time out with friends place was so busy and took forever to get our food. I had fish taco's that were just OK.
Leaving tomorrow to go to Portland DH has 3 different appointments so instead of coming back the 2 hours we are just staying there until Friday, then driving to see my dad and styaing with him for 2 or 3 days so maybe back home next Sunday. We will be gone about 9 days, I will try to check in on my phone while we are gone. Hope everyone stays safe. Love and hugs to you all.
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Debbie - safe travels and enjoy your visit with your dad.
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I, too, was worried about Apple.
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