INSOMNIACS place to talk in the wee hours

Hi everyone--Ive read up an everything I again am so far behind--I've been so busy in these 4 walls of mine I can't believe it. It never stops anyway it stopped for now So I'm taking advantage of it.

Blessings I hope u'r doing well.

Nettie why not ask u'r DH out on a date--just the 2 of u and see how that goes.

Chevy Paula's right u'r dinner sounds like something everyone would stand in line for, u should be proud that u can make just any old thing and be happy with it. After all it's being made by any old thing so it should be good.

OK the weather I think it's supposed to be hot this weekend, like hot here all of a sudden--maybe I'll  go to my DD's house and swim, well kick my legs and sink but it's still movement.  I'll see what's going on this weekend. Somethin is happening soon but I can't remember.

2nnnd maybe u'r DD just thinks u have a lot on u'r mind and doesn't want to add anything to that. ????

And what a beautiful tree, is that a rare thing or in certain parts of the country u can see them, it looks like it has been painted so perfectly.

OK I'll BBL  (((HUGS))) all around

Okay, that Tree IS real! 

I sent it that picture to my Daughter's, and one thought it couldn't possible be "real".... so I looked it up, and it IS!

http://www.lovethesepics.com/2013/01/living-rainbow-rainbow-eucalyptus-most-beautiful-tree-bark-on-earth-36-pics/

Tang..... Just thinking of you.... don't want you to worry too much..... Is there anything else you can do until you find out, or get help?

Susan, little honey, yes, I believed you.... but my younger Daughter thought it was too pretty to be true.... so naturally I'm going to prove SOMEone wrong...Ha!  I sent her that whole page too!  Damn kids....  question their MOTHER!

Sass must be on vacation?  Or somewhere un-beknownst to us!   I don't think that's even a word....   I made a great salad...

Broccoli floretts, diced onions, dried cranberries and blueberries, chopped mini-peppers, and chopped walnuts, with Ranch dressing..... See:?  I'll eat SOMEthing good for me!

salad sounds great. Good for you to do something good for you...ha, that was funny.  I told my daughter that I think I am going to stop eating, and then my tummy should feel better. She doesn't think that is a good idea ....but I have never tried it before, so who knows, maybe it will help...lol. Or just bland food from now on.  Sounds boring. Love spicy...but recently, I think it doesn't like me anymore. I don't remember doing anything to make it so vengeful.....but it really has it in for me. I think it is time to part friends with my spicy tidbits.

I have been sleeping so well since I have been gardening ...what a beautiful thing fresh air and sunshine are.

Hope everyone had a glorious day !

blessings, your decision was a sound one and quality of life and traveling with your husband are each great reasons to stop taking it.  Cant wait to hear about your adventures!

Tang, hang in there. They will get to the bottom of it. Sas! Where are you? Whats your advice?

Now im hungry for chevy's salad and its 10 at night!

Someone Open that window for ziggy to come in!

Can the moderators block someone?  The reason I ask is that we are all looking for sas and I've noticed that the last time she posted in another thread, the moderators removed one of the posts and one said removed by the community.

Just 

I was thinking the same thing. Last post from sas was 4 days ago. I pm her and still haven't heard. Anybody know how else to get a hold of her ?  She is the one who got me hooked on this thread with all you nuts....I mean real nice ladies...lol. I miss her .    

Sasssssss come back to us.....or if you r having a wonderful vacation somewhere....forget about us codependent owlettes...lol.   Hope u r having fun somewhere

Hi all!

I know I have been off for a while- headed back to page 441 to catch up! OMG you hens know how to chatter! So-, if y'all don't know what I am talking about- just pretend you do

I got to page 456 and the servers crashed - all this jabbering we do.

I am sure I am missing a bunch, but here goes the longest post ever:

For all you ladies that are having man issues, can i suggest some helpful reading? It is called "Why does he do that?" the author is Lundy Bancroft. Changed not only my perspective on romantic relationships, but work and friendships as well. It really helped me.

Yes- i do fiddle with cars. My daddy would not even hand me the keys to anything until I could complete regular maint. on both standard and automatics. He had my sister and I "driving" by the time we were 4 though. Oh boy- no child seat, sitting in their laps, beers in the cup holders. It is amazing we survived! And I rebuilt an engine with him when i was 7 or so. The BF and I really enjoy it together. Anyhow, fixing up my old car to give to a friends mom who can't afford anything and is driving a death trap (without a/c!) She's done so much for us over the years, the least i can do is give her my old beater. At least the air is cold and most things work on it Just need to change out the hub bearings and put new breaks on it and it will be good to go! Gotta get it all done before it gets too hot.

Once that happens- I am going to bust out my sewing machine. I have so much to mend, and promised my favorite waitress a new apron 2 months ago (yikes!) And I am still trying to get the hang of knitting. I like it!

Blessings- your analogy for BCO being a dump station is good! sometimes, we just have to clean out the tanks! How is that finger? Kinesio tape is magic stuff. So sorry to hear about your DH. I really hope that he is able to continue for many years without dialysis. And I hope that your MO does not give you a hard time. You have to do what is right for you.

Nettie- those kiddos are too cute! your pooch is so handsome. Is your scalp feeling any better? What about your vertigo? my bff had it- i felt so bad for her. And what is with these dudes posting their fitness? I think they are trying to make up for our illness. or something.

Paula- so sorry to hear about your DH, but glad he has good days. I mighta left him in the lake though..

Susan- has it stopped snowing? any of your plants survive? Loved your adjectives post- i feel all over the place now. all the chemicals they pump us full of make a mess of everything- brain included! That bunny sweater is adorable! and YAY on your tests!! love your porch and garden.

Smarty- what a beautiful wedding! love all the things that were made. so creative! Hope your optifast is still working for you and your stomach is better. Your friends porch is wonderful. I wish it did not get so hot here- everything bakes from June- October. That quilt is beautiful.

Cam- Henna lasts for a few weeks. The first one i got took about 4 hours to apply, with a lot of breaks. Staying fresh and clean? or just fresh? Tomato warnings! hahaha! that still has me giggling

2nd- did you get your insurance mess figured out? Congrats to your daughter for all her achievements! Any word on the job? and <<hugs>>  so sorry your DD is being a pill. 

Pawprint, how are the infusions going? How is Annie Mae?

Chevy! Chicken sitting? do you do that regularly? I love chickens. My deed restrictions prevent me from having any though Can't wait to move out on some land and not have neighbors! Glad you did not see any tornadoes. I love Shirley Temple too. She was so adorable, and seemed like a lovely lady. Your yard is so nice, even with all the hail. oh- cupping feels wonderful after it is all done. helps your muscles a ton. All those at-home remedies, most actually work. Vinegar is my go-to sunburn cure. and I still swear by Watkins salve for any kind of cold.

Badger- tissues on the pews- smart! and mmmmm- nothing better than fresh strawberries and any kind of cream, even if you include the oatmeal

Sas- oh the drama with the mods. I hope you got it all straightened out. You should be able to post whatever where ever. We need you!  and dogs? my 2 looove to find dead things to roll in. They think it makes them smell nice! eeek! also- you are amazing- so much knowledge that you share with us- thank you!

Alyson- love you new photo- nice hat! Hope you are enjoying your trip. did you have some Becherovka for us? I am going to England in november for a wedding- can't wait. I love it there!

Teka- why are all your pics deleted? are you with Sas in the doghouse again ? and quit egging summer on! Wish we could trade weather!

Tang- i understand the taxol/bladder issue. I thought it was just me! and the nerve issues too. noises irritated me so much when i was in chemo. My prophy side is the one that i have such bad LE in. It figures, we try to do the "right" thing, and get stung. Is the infection under control now? i can't imagine how much pain you must have been in. RE: BRCA- no one in my family has it, but I was dx at 37, my dad's mom got BC at 88, and she had 2 sisters with it, and we have about 20 cousins with it. They still have so much to map, I think it is an expensive test that doesn't say much.

Holein1- no pie? i can't imagine it! Sounds like your garden is doing well, too. My av. is a photo of my friends and I at relay for life- that is me on the right holding the program for the night.

Dutch- how was graduation party? is your hand better? LE stinks! Dorothy Parker has been a fav of mine since high school. Such a wit! and congrats to your daughter!

Wren- is your ankle better? the news banner is annoying- it does look like advertising. Duck and Cover- they taught that for everything, like it would actually help.... and 50 years of marriage?- that is inspiring!

4444! how is your fin? your doves are precious!

MostlyMom- hope you are well and life is good. 

Ziggy- n where are you? busy living the good life?

Chabba- We are grateful for you, too. and congrats on 4 years!

Luvmygoats- yes- the cats make me crazy hot (not in a good way) but they are brats, and so is the BF. he is the one that lets them in Shoot- summer is settling in. not looking forward to it at all!

Wird- hi! I'm late with the welcome, but, Welcome!

Illady- Welcome to you, too! 

FBB!! Your hospital story is something else! i am so so so  glad you did not have to have another surgery!

Spookiesmom- my sister has fibro, sometimes i wonder if i am not developing it as well. Jimmy Buffett lyrics are the best! Friends that disappear- a few did that to me when i was dx'd. I think they just got chicken. But having ppl disappear on you for any reason is painful.

LeeA- the yawning cat is Niku- a big brat! always taking up my side of the bed. also- the loudest cat i've ever encountered. i love him though. 

Well, they have me in early morning training again tomorrow - last day! My eyes feel like they are going to FALL OUT.  I work a late shift and am usually up till 4 or 5 am since I have insomnia anyway. So I don't usually get out of bed before noon. They are having me clock in at 8, for training that is not going to improve my job at all. Corporate gobbledegook. 

I am getting to go to a baseball game tomorrow night though. Can't wait!

to you all!

The weather here in Southern California has been really nice Badger. 

JWoo, my first infusion was today at 3:30 only a bazillion more to go I finished up around 6:30. A little nauseous tonight. Annie Mae Is looking so cute as she looks straight up at the ceiling to hear things better. She really has great hearing. I got home late after infusion and made toast for dinner, with Annie Mae practically glued to my feet hoping I'd drop something on the floor for her. Had to get her and Snuggs some treats. No one eats alone in this house. 

Tang, that's crazy you've had this bacterial thing the whole time! You would think the chemo alone would have killed it off. I dont know anything about it but i sure hope you feel better soon.

Where are you SAS ?

Jwoo, longest post ever! Yes, insurance finally settled. Thank you. At least one thing going right. 

Sassy, missing you and hoping all is ok. 

Blessings, now that I'm home, will check out email.

Badger, see you next week!

Everyone, thanks for your support! Have no idea what lies ahead but I've calmed down and my faith is taking over that everything will be ok, whatever that may look like. 

You're welcome, Pawprint.  I didn't know what they were called until I read Susan's post and I've never seen one on Kauai.  Nature sure is full of her fair share of beautiful surprises. 

good morning  ladies!!  I hope everyone has a wonderful weekend. I will be resting up for my marathon walk tomorrow. Really excited about it cause I never thought I would b able to to anything like that again.

Isn't that bird beautiful ?  If he was sitting in that rainbow eucalyptus tree, we would never see him . 

It's a good thing Spookie doesn't live up north with the dry air:

http://www.lifebuzz.com/static-dog/#!StzQY

Have a good weekend everyone!