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Susan, pretty sweater, you are very talented.
Bring lots of towels LOL or maybe a change of clothes?
Reminds me of those color runs, where you get hit with colored corn starch at various stations along the route. Start out white and end up a rainbow. Try getting THAT out of the upholstery.
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Susan - wonderful sweater. Great job.
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Blessings - so sorry to hear about your fall. Please get to the doctor soonest to find out what's wrong!!Chevy - my MIL got a Windows 8 computer. I set it up for her and was ready to throw it in the ocean. She got a Windows 8 for dummies book AND went to a short class that was offered somewhere or other. She really likes it now. There is apparently a way to make it act like Windows 7. I haven't given up my Windows 7 laptop yet, but will probably have to purchase a new one over the next year. (I'm holding out as long as possible) and whenever you get a new 'puter - you get the latest software - so maybe Windows 9 will be out by the time we purchase.
As for browsers, I use IE and Chrome interchangeably. I like them both. IE used to be more worrisome, but the later versions have all been pretty safe. I have Mozilla on my PC as well, but don't use it quite as much. It's VERY VERY important to keep your computer and everything on it patched properly. So, if you don't stick with Microsoft's IE, be sure to set up your browser to patch itself. It's also really important to have good virus protection and spyware protection. Windows Essentials is pretty good. Avast is good. too. The free version, of course, doesn't give you as much as the one you pay for. Also, be sure to schedule a cleaning of your PC, so that it is scanned regularly - at least once a week. I use about four different "cleaners" on mine, as each has their own strengths. Something that Avast will miss, Windows Essentials might find, and vice versa.
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Sas, will you still be doing Moffitt? Will call around 5-6 tonite
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so happy to hear Phyllaluckygirls news!
Susan, beautiful sweater and love the color!
Blessings maybe talking to an OT or PT might be able to give you some tips or tricks for keeping your sea legs? That must be so frustrating and scary.
Speaking of "falls" had a great day yesterday kayaking with hubby and our dog. Then i went to a healing mass with a charismatic priest. I was pretty skeptical and didnt know what to believe. I was raised in a traditional (stuffy) catholic church. But I had a healing and i fell down! They have catchers so you dont get hurt. It was really an amazing experience.
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FBB great you have a flotation device!!! Where is the pooches?
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Good morning owlettes,
I'm so sorry you fell down Blessings and glad you're going to see the doc and find out what's causing this. Be extra careful, in fact just stay off your feet today and rest.
Chevy, I agree with you about learning the computer. When something is new and different it takes awhile to learn, but then it becomes second nature to us and easy.
Nettie, you and your family are beautiful, including your fur baby.
Susan, love the sweater you knitted. I wish you strength and energy on your trip tomorrow.
I know I missed a lot of you. I hope everyone enjoys their Sunday. Hugs to all. Hi 2nd
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Blessings, So sorry about your fall! We have a friend who's concussion symptoms didn't show up for weeks, so your earlier fall could still be the culprit. I agree that an OT person might be able to give you lessons on safer walking. I seem to be able to trip over my own feet; hard to get rid of that obstacle.
FBB, What kind of dog is that? Shiba inu? That just looks so relaxing.
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Oh wait! You guys didn't tell Peppermint what a PITA was! Ha, ha! It stands for Pain In The A$$! And boy that's what she is! But she hasn't called today.... yet.
When I look back over the years, she has ALWAYS been the same! Mostly because she is dependant on EVERYbody, sicnce she chose to never drive. But now her DH is in a Home, because he can't take care of himself, so she has no-one to talk to.... except her family and me....
I should get her some movies.... Ha! She said she can't get the Playboy channel like she used to!
And NO, I did NOT tell her about that!FBB! Do you feel "different?" WTH happened? It sounds like an exorcism, and I don't even believe in those! They probably hit you over the head like with a rubber mallet! Just go sit in a chair, before you do that again!
Spookie.... I think most dogs can swim! Can't they? Except THAT one looks pretty leery!
LittleGardens.... I figure if I just learn one or two things a day, I can master it in no-time...! I am used to Windows anyway.... I just want to make sure all the extra stuff is saved, on that flash-drive, and I don't have to download it onto my new computer... I'm going to look up why people don't like Windows 8 so much.....
Beautiful sweater Susan! That takes talent.... and the ability to "count" I suppose.... When I crochet those scarves, I only have to count to 12.... Ha
Badger.... That was funny! Lions, and Tigers, and shards, oh my! Like from her stones! At least I got it!
I am just a whiz. Can't WALK worh a lick, but I am trying to pay more attention as to WHAT I am about to step on! It is just too easy to twist your ankle, on something that springs up in your path....! See.... something like THIS! I mean it could make your ankle twist, and down you go!
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I just downloaded a book.... Windows 8 for Dummies! It was free from the Dell on-line chat I talked to! A Dell Pocket Book! Maybe you guys with Windows 8 would like that?
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windows 8 just looks different. thinks aren't where they used to be. It's not bad once you get used to it - oh and people like me who are used to going in and making changes to "stuff" can't do it as easily anymore..... Yeah, I know - they're trying to save me from myself, but sometimes I just don't want to be saved...On a different note, I just went and bought my 3rd expandable hose. Now I have one permanently attached to every outside water spigot. I love those hoses. I bought a ceramic pot for each one, and they coil right into place. Now I don't have ugly hoses hanging all over the place!!!
We are having company this week, so finally broke down and bought a shower curtain for our second bathroom. We'll probably take it off after they leave, as that is where I take baths. We always shower in the bathroom off our bedroom, so haven't needed a shower curtain 'til now.
Yesterday we bbq'd ribs, and had left over potato salad. It was a nice EASY dinner. Today we're going to the horse track and will eat there. I really really like easy!!
My purse broke, so I have to make a new one this week. It lasted a long time. I bought it online back when I was working and didn't really mind spending so much for a purse. It was made in India by Anusckha (probably misspelled). Anyway, I loved it - it was handpainted and I love color. Anyway, I bought some fabric and once I finish it, I'll post a picture. but it'll be boring compared to my old one.
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Chevy, most dogs can swim, some can't. Even so, they should have a PFD on so if they do fall in, it would hold up their head in case they got tired Or can't swim.
Big fresh water lake near me. Mans Yorki fell off. Man jumped in. Neither had PFDs. Dog was saved, man drowned.
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Oh wow! that's terrible! I myself am terrified of a lot of water! I know I wouldn't take my dog in a boat, even when I had her.... Her fur/hair would have sunk her for sure! Okay.... Life Jackets for everyone/thing!
I'll have to tell my DD in Orlando, because they are always going out on some lake~ If I can't touch the bottom of the lake or beach, I just panic! 0 -
GG I like those purses with that name, they are usually so different and pricey.
Susan, now I forgot--did u make the sweater, well whoever made it it's is absoluetly beautiful.
FBB I can't believe u'r on that tiny boat thingy, and isn't it called dog paddle for a reason???
And to much computer talk for me, I'm simple folk that just gets buy from day to day.--
It feels hot to me today but that doesn't mean anything, I don't like heat, even tho I'm a hot mama, the heat I hate.
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yeah. Cami
They are all pretty, but as you say, they are pricey so I don't see myself buying another anywhere in the near future....
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Busy Beaver Owlettes today.
Chevy - I was disappointed in the NASCAR race. I was all settled down for a lot of viewing time. Sorry the rain ended it early.
Spookie - that wirehaired terrier we had. We took him out in a John boat. Stupid dog stepped off into the water. He did have on a harness and lead so DH hauled him back in. Don't know if he could swim or not. My rattie loves water until it's bath time. She has her own wading pool in the backyard. The chow mix we had not so much.
Susan - such talent. Love the baby sweater. Sorry you feel bad and might not go to DD. The rotten tomato toss sounds like fun. Do you wear goggles?
Blessings - I hope you get into see doc tomorrow. Isn't getting old a pita? You might tally up concussion sx so doc has something to work with. But get some rest tonight - OK!
Took DH to walk in clinic on July 4th with acute Achilles tendonitis. He had to call into work but was thankfully off this weekend. Put him on Naproxen and Keflex. He'd been taking Advil but the Nap. has worked so much better (it does nothing for me). Actually started feeling better that evening. I think he is good to go for work tomorrow.
GG - I think you spelled the handbag name perfectly. I looked them up and they are beautiful. Have you ever wanted to stop someone on the street and ask them where they got their handbag? I've wanted to but never have. Purses are the very hardest thing for me to buy, 2nd only to shoes. I am not the kind to change purses for every occasion, maybe for church but prob. not. Just give me a nice serviceable black one kinda med. big. (no Cami no making that into what it's not, I know your mind).
I'm about to plant myself on couch and watch PBS for the evening.
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luv, I find one i like and use it exclusively until it's completely worn out. I think I can probably fix this one so it'll work for me a bit longer, but will also make myself a purse. This handbag has lasted a long time. Very well made, so I might convince myself they are worth the cost, but I simply hate spending the money on it.
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yeah goats, we wear goggles...I wish I had goats....we actually have a new resident in our yard. A carrier pigeon ....I thought he was bringing me a message from one of you!!!!!!! But he didn't
. He is staying with us on our property...lol very friendly. Comes up to the back door. I told him he can't come in. Trying to make friends with our dog....she is confused . He can fly, but he was apparently domesticated. Need to call someone and see who he belongs to. I am not going to try to get him to climb on my hand to read his tag...maybe hubby will do that...but right now, he is very happy.
Meet Pedro
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Hi Susan, I used to have homing pigeons. The serious racers usually don't want them back. His band will probably have his birthdate and owners initials on it. The guy who got me into racing birds said a lot of guys will kill their birds if they come back with wet or dirty feet. Meaning they landed somewhere. A big no-no in the bird racing world.
Feed him and he's yours!
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really FB. We have been feeding him...and special food cause we were worried. Will he make it through the winter...or are they put in some kind or warming cages....oh boy...the animals are growing. They think we r starting a zoo?lol
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anybody watching tv tonight ???????
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my hubby raced pigeons for years and years and was VERY serious. He was always very happy to get his birdies back. Sometimes the birds just have to land. Most pigeon racers love their birds and are happy to have them come home - late or not.
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ok we will make a few phone calls. Would they tell me if they would kill them ? Cause I would tend to it if that was his fate...how do I check the tags. You know I will have to touch him and I don't want to hurt him. Thanks for all your help..Pedro appreciates it too
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Hi owlies,lol and serious things. BLESSINGS continued thoughts regarding fall recovery. Hate falls. Had too many.
Thanks everyone for computer talk. Learned allot. Enough that I will proceed to set up.
Lots of great patriotic shows have been on. Ken Burns civil war documentary is always a great viewing. Then there was a a show on Linclon' s Gettesburg speech and analysis.
Susan when we have time would like to discuss Grand Rapids common people. Hope you made your visit and furbaby better
Nettie great pics. I think it is this week that you are trialing no massage. Good luck on your analysis.
Maddy thanks again, Spookie talk tomorrow. Chevy Steve is not facing reality. Sorry forget who said you are just being a good person. Ditto everything they said. Blue your life's work has been so much fun. Teka where are you. Smarrty are you on a break from here? Dbf and I had a bit of a fight, unusual. Kind of shocking really. Pepper
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Yes, sas, this will be the first week without any kind of appt. No massage, no chiro!!! Kind of nervous. Hope you see feeling better.
I've loved reading all the computer talk and the pigeon talk. We raise them also, not for facing, we use them to train our bird dogs, we don't hurt them, mostly we use feathers that fall out. I love to watch them fly.
And chevy, you must have the patience of job to help your pita neighbor.
Hugs to all who need them. I'm still having these random bad smells...it's so weird when you smell something awful and it's coming from nowhere.
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Just saying hello. I read here often but don't post much these days. I should be sleeping but I am being productive. Hugs to those that need them.
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hi sass, no break just been reading and sewing, got two more dresses done and a third one cut out. Had my sister try it on and she wants one now. I'll sew it up for her birthday. Blessings, hope your head is better. Tang, are you doing better? Teka, your painting done yet? I've got my dgd coming over to paint the bathroom, she owes me for her wedding dress. Susan, love the sweater, haven't tried making cables yet. I need to see if I can find some more coffee pics. Ran out. Most of you should be in bed by now. Night. Oh-I'm thinking of starting a new thread like TE troubles only to do with implants. That seems to be missing on BCO. Night now.
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Guess I'm all alone here tonight. Having a terrible night but actually glad everyone else is sleeping.
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Nettie, you're NEVER alone.... Well, maybe sometimes.... but just go ahead and talk, we'll all find you sooner or later...
Smarty, I used to sew all the time... When I worked for Pepsi, as a demonstrator I made 17 jump-suits.... They were so CUTE, and I was much younger and cuter myself.... Ha, ha!
Do you sew just for yourself, and your Sister, or do you sell your creations?
You made a WEDDING DRESS? Good Lord girl, you ARE good! I made our DD's little flower-girl dresses, but that was years ago also...
Morning LittleDutch! It's okay to just read.... but how are you doing?
I don't know a Pigeon from a Sparrow, hardly... But they sound very friendly! They MUST be able to stay warm in the Winter? Because we have a LOT of Pigeons on tops of peoples houses, and I don't think they are tame, OR trained!
Sassy, I think Steve is just dreading the inevitable... He told us one time that his Mom is just one step away from losing everything... So I think he will let her stay there, awhile longer... I mean her DH is in a Home, and so far he and his wife can look after her....
I've known Steve and his Brother since they were little kids... His Brother was a hell-raiser, but finally married, had kids, got divorced, and was seriously searching for love on the Internet... Found one, they bought a house, then split up..... Found another one, and HE had a heart attack in the gym! They were married... She took care of him, but then he needed a heart-transplant! He finally GOT one, and was doing great...
But then he got cancer in his lymph-glands? And the chemo just took him out.... His heart couldn't take it....
So that whole family has been through some rough times... THEN his wife now has brain cancer..... doing chemo.... but she isn't doing very well... She also used to always be over at Theresa's!
I'm surprised none of YOU were! I mean she had everyone ELSE taking care of her!
Maybe that's why I stay kind of close to her.... It looks like she is outliving all her care-takers...
Funny picture Susan! Such a BIG puppy! So much to love!
LittleGardens! I HAD one of those hoses once.... I had a nozzle on it that I could turn the water pressure down...... DON'T DO that! After a couple minutes, it blew the hell UP! I mean it scared me 1/2 to death! I dropped that darned thing, soaked me completely, and threw it away... Ha! Yours sounds so neat & tidy!
Are these the purses you mean?
Here is a web-page of a zillion of them!
I've been using my Betsey Johnson purses! I love the cloth ones! The lighter, and smaller the better... for me anyway... I can get them at Ross... it's like a 1/2 price store...
LittleGoats! Me too! I mean SO MUCH RAIN~! You guys in Florida are probably all getting on your own Life Vests now! The race just couldn't get going, it seemed like... Glad Kurt cam in 3rd at least....
Almirola is kind of a new kid.... I mean you don't hear much about him, so glad he won!
Susan.... just keep your little Pigeon.... He/she will probably "call" for a mate! I'll bet your dog will get used to him!
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Susan, most racers are used to being handled. That's not to say they like it and he will startle when you try to catch him. But you won't hurt it. I suspect he's last years or a recent year bird and this may be one of his first races.
And it is worth trying to call if there is a number. Most times there is not. And I think they would tell you if they wanted the bird back or not. He might have gotten lost on a training flight and might live close to you. Personally, I would at least like to hear where a bird has been even if I didn't want to drive 300 miles to get it. LOL
It sounds hokey, but you can build a simple trap with a stick tied to a string holding up a big box. Start putting food under there. Or if he seems very tame or slow a blanket or towel thrown over him is an option.some people wet birds with a hose spray and they have trouble lifting off. Or a pole net like a crabbing net can be used.
Pigeons can take cold weather. He won't freeze.
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