CallMeKate
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Gentle posts for gentle folks
- Thread starter Kaila
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katlupe
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Good Morning, Kaila & Friends! Sorry I have not been here much but I had some issues I am going through. Hard to share cheerfulness when I don't feel it myself. Hope you all are doing good! Snowing here this morning.
Medusa
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Good Morning, Kaila and Friends. 
I've noticed over the last couple of weeks that my social media time (here and Reddit) has been creeping up... and up, such that I'm on it when I don't need to be and it's cutting into other aspects of my life. So, I've resolved, at least for a while, to be on in the mornings, see how everyone's doing and then focus on life off screens. Well, social media screens, because seriously, so much of everything is on screens now, e.g., books, tv, music, etc.
I watched (ha, screens) a couple Youtube videos on simple four patch quilting yesterday and I think that's where I'm going with my first quilt.
I'm going through a bit of emotional struggle lately and boyfriend, being the lovely guy he is, has been keeping me close. We're going to hang out on Zoom today and maybe play some Animal Crossing.
Watched our hockey team, um, not win, last night, but it was still fun. Husband used to play hockey; he was a goal tender when I met him (armature league, not NHL). But now, he claims I am the more passionate fan. He does love it though and he's a fun hockey companion.
And I spent the entire day eating leftovers. I mean, all day. -So back to counting today.
@Kaila, I know it's been a bit rough for you the last several days. Hopefully, you can get some rest
over the weekend. I miss our bird company already. As always, I am impressed with your resilience and tenacity. 
@katlupe, hope your issues resolve and you're feeling better soon. Good thoughts for you.
@CallMeKate, I've never thought to put baked beans on mashies, but you know, I can see it. --Really though, try the Cheetos, the crunchy ones, on mashies with gravy.
@RadishRose, I've done that too, the chips on tuna sandwiches! They just go so well flavor-wise and the crunch is nice.
Sorry this was long, you guys; I think I had pent-up chat energy.
Wishing everyone here a wonderful Saturday!
I've noticed over the last couple of weeks that my social media time (here and Reddit) has been creeping up... and up, such that I'm on it when I don't need to be and it's cutting into other aspects of my life. So, I've resolved, at least for a while, to be on in the mornings, see how everyone's doing and then focus on life off screens. Well, social media screens, because seriously, so much of everything is on screens now, e.g., books, tv, music, etc.
I watched (ha, screens) a couple Youtube videos on simple four patch quilting yesterday and I think that's where I'm going with my first quilt.
I'm going through a bit of emotional struggle lately and boyfriend, being the lovely guy he is, has been keeping me close. We're going to hang out on Zoom today and maybe play some Animal Crossing.
Watched our hockey team, um, not win, last night, but it was still fun. Husband used to play hockey; he was a goal tender when I met him (armature league, not NHL). But now, he claims I am the more passionate fan. He does love it though and he's a fun hockey companion.
And I spent the entire day eating leftovers. I mean, all day.
-So back to counting today. @Kaila, I know it's been a bit rough for you the last several days. Hopefully, you can get some rest
over the weekend. I miss our bird company already. As always, I am impressed with your resilience and tenacity. @katlupe, hope your issues resolve and you're feeling better soon. Good thoughts for you.
@CallMeKate, I've never thought to put baked beans on mashies, but you know, I can see it. --Really though, try the Cheetos, the crunchy ones, on mashies with gravy.
@RadishRose, I've done that too, the chips on tuna sandwiches! They just go so well flavor-wise and the crunch is nice.
Sorry this was long, you guys; I think I had pent-up chat energy.
Wishing everyone here a wonderful Saturday!
RadishRose
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Oh never apologize for length Medusa
Gee, hope the emotions resolve in the best way for you.
Kaila
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You don't need to feel cheerful, to visit our thread, Katlupe. I know what you meant, but it's a come- as- you- are thread.
Hoping for better days ahead for you.
Kaila
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I realized a few minutes ago, that I hadn't yet posted on this thread today. 
I still felt poorly for most all of today, but had wandered in and out, and around SF.
I managed to bathe, earlier this evening, and I hope I'll be feeling a little bit improved tomorrow.
Clean hair always feels good.
Thinking of all of you.
I still felt poorly for most all of today, but had wandered in and out, and around SF.
I managed to bathe, earlier this evening, and I hope I'll be feeling a little bit improved tomorrow.
Clean hair always feels good.
Thinking of all of you.
CallMeKate
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Good morning, Kaila & Gang! I come bearing "carrots and caring" on this cold and snowy Sunday morning. Anyone need one of these orange miracle veggies? I hope you'll be feeling much better today, Kaila.
I'll be joining you in that "more life off-screen" resolution, @Medusa . I've noticed the same about my online time and need to change. Since I'm a freelance writer, my work is on my laptop all day long, but the problem is when I switch screens to check out the forum and/or social media too often during the day.
@katlupe , no need to feel cheerful to post! If someone would appear to be full of cheer all the time, others wouldn't believe it anyhow, right?
I'll be joining you in that "more life off-screen" resolution, @Medusa . I've noticed the same about my online time and need to change. Since I'm a freelance writer, my work is on my laptop all day long, but the problem is when I switch screens to check out the forum and/or social media too often during the day.
@katlupe , no need to feel cheerful to post! If someone would appear to be full of cheer all the time, others wouldn't believe it anyhow, right?
Pam
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Good afternoon all. @Kaila, so sorry to hear that you're not feeling too good at the moment. Heres' hoping that tomorrow will see an improvement.
Last night, youngest son, partner and grandson were going to an 18th birthday party. My son said when they arrived at the venue they felt a bit out of place... they didn't recognise anyone... turns out they'd got the wrong venue. They had turned up at an under 7s presentation night at a Rugby Club. Thankfully they did get to the correct venue.
Going to have a little play in the word games before going to eldest son's for tea.
Take care everyone.
Heres' hoping that tomorrow will see an improvement. Last night, youngest son, partner and grandson were going to an 18th birthday party. My son said when they arrived at the venue they felt a bit out of place... they didn't recognise anyone... turns out they'd got the wrong venue. They had turned up at an under 7s presentation night at a Rugby Club.
Thankfully they did get to the correct venue.Going to have a little play in the word games before going to eldest son's for tea.
Take care everyone.
Medusa
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Good Afternoon, Kaila and Friends.
Morning got away from me because I caught my son in the kitchen this morning. Actually, I heard him talking to husband whilst I was downstairs doing my journaling and subsequently went upstairs to creep on him in the silly, fan-girl way that I do, that makes him laugh. And I think, genuinely creeps him out a little.
We ended up in one our fun talks, (this one about personal space, how the parameters change across cultures, people and situations, and the ability to discern it through composite sense) and that put me behind schedule, a bit. Totally worth it, though! He's fun.
Hung out on Zoom with boyfriend yesterday, doing our own things and playing Animal Crossing, which was nice.
Husband was on closing shift yesterday so we didn't get to spend evening time together. The plan is to catch a hockey game this evening.
It's absolutely freezing here right now! Thankfully, I obtained a better winter coat, but still. Sheesh. It's the wind, you know? Lucius loves it, though. He gets all rompy and prancy in the wind and cold.
@Kaila, hoping you are feeling better today and able to get some more rest. (No pressure, though.)
@Pam, cute story about your youngest son and family's misadventure.
Wishing everyone here a wonderful Sunday!
Morning got away from me because I caught my son in the kitchen this morning. Actually, I heard him talking to husband whilst I was downstairs doing my journaling and subsequently went upstairs to creep on him in the silly, fan-girl way that I do, that makes him laugh. And I think, genuinely creeps him out a little.
We ended up in one our fun talks, (this one about personal space, how the parameters change across cultures, people and situations, and the ability to discern it through composite sense) and that put me behind schedule, a bit. Totally worth it, though! He's fun.
Hung out on Zoom with boyfriend yesterday, doing our own things and playing Animal Crossing, which was nice.
Husband was on closing shift yesterday so we didn't get to spend evening time together. The plan is to catch a hockey game this evening.
It's absolutely freezing here right now! Thankfully, I obtained a better winter coat, but still. Sheesh. It's the wind, you know? Lucius loves it, though. He gets all rompy and prancy in the wind and cold.
@Kaila, hoping you are feeling better today and able to get some more rest. (No pressure, though.
)Right?! I was noticing myself doing the same thing, in addition to sometimes simply hanging around for no real reason when I could be doing other things with my time. Welcome aboard! lol -- What kind of writing do you do?
@Pam, cute story about your youngest son and family's misadventure.
Just freaking love this! And this thread.it's a come- as- you- are thread.
Wishing everyone here a wonderful Sunday!
Kaila
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Thank each of you.....
@CallMeKate
@RadishRose
@Medusa
@Pam
for those wonderful posts and including carrots!
That's very funny, Pam, about them not recognizing anyone, etc.
Medusa and Kate,
I understand and I'm supportive, but don't forget to come here!
I'm glad you got a warmer winter coat, Medusa! That's so important and makes such a difference, to have the right thing to wear for the weather.
Especially on your walks!
I got a pair of winter boots, in time for the season. I'm so relieved to have them, now!
I'm a little better overall today, than I've been for the past few days. I was able to do some p.t. activities and exercises, which made me feel happy, that i could!
🐿
@CallMeKate
@RadishRose
@Medusa
@Pam
for those wonderful posts and including carrots!
That's very funny, Pam, about them not recognizing anyone, etc.
Medusa and Kate,
I understand and I'm supportive, but don't forget to come here!
I'm glad you got a warmer winter coat, Medusa! That's so important and makes such a difference, to have the right thing to wear for the weather.
Especially on your walks!
I got a pair of winter boots, in time for the season. I'm so relieved to have them, now!
I'm a little better overall today, than I've been for the past few days. I was able to do some p.t. activities and exercises, which made me feel happy, that i could!
🐿
RadishRose
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Creamy baked onions with Asiago cheese
RadishRose
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RadishRose
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How I wish!
Kaila
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Oh my gosh, those foods look totally scrumptious!
@RadishRose
The cauliflower soup sounds yummy,too,
@Jules
@RadishRose
The cauliflower soup sounds yummy,too,
@Jules