Daily Check-In Thread

[misswish]

Morning!

Temps are evening out, looks like all 80's and 90's for awhile. Better than being cold! The birds and the squirrels are all over the place, fun to watch. Jessie has her favorite chair on the deck to keep on eye on them, lol.

I keep busy with a little Spring cleaning, nothing too drastic. I'd rather read or be on my laptop. Have to keep up on brushing Jessie, though, that girl sheds! And she loves being brushed.

Well, I'd better get busy, have some tanks to clean.

Stay safe and healthy

 

[Lady Sarah]

We had a storm come through last night, causing us to lose a valued family member. The mesquite tree I had been taking care of for the last 13 years got snapped off close to the ground due to the high winds.

It will be cremated in barbecue ceremonies.

 

[gopher_byrd]

May it's spirit live in piece, a piece of meat.

 

[Jimi]

Just stopped in to wish all of our beautiful mothers a very Happy Mothers day

 

[Lady Sarah]

Hubby gave up on his 3D printing hobby. It got too expensive and too frustrating with the problems he had with it, so he sold it to one of my nephews.

Now, we see how well the new hobby goes. Hunting the most dangerous prey without killing it, of course. I'm talking about airsoft. There is investment in gear and equipment, then the fact that it won't be used in temperatures over 105, which runs July through September.

 

[misswish]

Morning!

I hope you all are doing well and staying out of trouble? Sometimes I'd like to find some trouble, it would be fun occasionally.

Yesterday was in the 70's, rain, hail, lightning. Today will be 88*, the next 3 days are 100*, 102* and 101*.
3 digit temps are way out of my comfort zone! I'm doing my few errands today and then staying inside with my air conditioning!

Jessie is doing well, getting all of her naps in. I got her (me) a brush with a built-in mister! Damp hairs clump together in the silicone (?) brush, don't float around everywhere. She's fine with it because she hasn't figured out about the mister part.

I miss so many people that don't post anymore. I hope they come back and say hi.

Stay safe and healthy, have all the fun

 

[Lady Sarah]

I'm kind of proud of my newest knife, made from an old rusty file. A couple hours one day, 4 hours another day, an hour today, and then I made the sheath. The wood in the handle is mesquite.

 

[misswish]

Sarah,

You are so talented! Beautiful knife and sheath, you should be proud!

 

[Lady Sarah]

Sarah,

You are so talented! Beautiful knife and sheath, you should be proud!

Thank you so much. I've been doing leather work ever since getting one of those Tandy Leather kits as a birthday present when I was little. I guess you could say I got around 50 years of experience. Gawd, that makes me feel older than dirt. LOL Blade making is something I mess around with once in a great while. This is the first one I've used brass on for anything other than pins.

 

[Tornadoalleydeb]

Afternoon all. I would like to introduce you to my newly born Grandson, Orion Christopher! He had a bit of a rough start and Jen had to have an emergency c-section. She had a very rough pregnancy. Remember this was the gal that numerous doctors had told her she would never be able to conceive. Ya, they were wrong. Ori was tongue tied and lip tied so he was not able to nurse very well and was getting so much air in his tummy. Poor thing would scream for hours from the pain and he was hungry. Since they fixed the issues he is now doing so much better. I hope everyone is doing well and having a great week. Hugs to all across the miles.

 

[walton]

Afternoon all. I would like to introduce you to my newly born Grandson, Orion Christopher! He had a bit of a rough start and Jen had to have an emergency c-section. She had a very rough pregnancy. Remember this was the gal that numerous doctors had told her she would never be able to conceive. Ya, they were wrong. Ori was tongue tied and lip tied so he was not able to nurse very well and was getting so much air in his tummy. Poor thing would scream for hours from the pain and he was hungry. Since they fixed the issues he is now doing so much better. I hope everyone is doing well and having a great week. Hugs to all across the miles.

congrats

 

[gopher_byrd]

Afternoon all. I would like to introduce you to my newly born Grandson, Orion Christopher! He had a bit of a rough start and Jen had to have an emergency c-section. She had a very rough pregnancy. Remember this was the gal that numerous doctors had told her she would never be able to conceive. Ya, they were wrong. Ori was tongue tied and lip tied so he was not able to nurse very well and was getting so much air in his tummy. Poor thing would scream for hours from the pain and he was hungry. Since they fixed the issues he is now doing so much better. I hope everyone is doing well and having a great week. Hugs to all across the miles.

Congratulations Grandma!

 

[Jimi]

Afternoon all. I would like to introduce you to my newly born Grandson, Orion Christopher! He had a bit of a rough start and Jen had to have an emergency c-section. She had a very rough pregnancy. Remember this was the gal that numerous doctors had told her she would never be able to conceive. Ya, they were wrong. Ori was tongue tied and lip tied so he was not able to nurse very well and was getting so much air in his tummy. Poor thing would scream for hours from the pain and he was hungry. Since they fixed the issues he is now doing so much better. I hope everyone is doing well and having a great week. Hugs to all across the miles.

Congratulations Deb, he a cutie.

 

[Tornadoalleydeb]

Thanks all yes he is an adorable baby boy. ( i'm biased of course) but then we have this, his first bath LOL he ain't having it

 

[misswish]

Afternoon all. I would like to introduce you to my newly born Grandson, Orion Christopher! He had a bit of a rough start and Jen had to have an emergency c-section. She had a very rough pregnancy. Remember this was the gal that numerous doctors had told her she would never be able to conceive. Ya, they were wrong. Ori was tongue tied and lip tied so he was not able to nurse very well and was getting so much air in his tummy. Poor thing would scream for hours from the pain and he was hungry. Since they fixed the issues he is now doing so much better. I hope everyone is doing well and having a great week. Hugs to all across the miles.

Big congrats, Deb and Jen! Gentle hugs for Orion.

 

[Lady Sarah]

Afternoon all. I would like to introduce you to my newly born Grandson, Orion Christopher! He had a bit of a rough start and Jen had to have an emergency c-section. She had a very rough pregnancy. Remember this was the gal that numerous doctors had told her she would never be able to conceive. Ya, they were wrong. Ori was tongue tied and lip tied so he was not able to nurse very well and was getting so much air in his tummy. Poor thing would scream for hours from the pain and he was hungry. Since they fixed the issues he is now doing so much better. I hope everyone is doing well and having a great week. Hugs to all across the miles.

OMG, what a cutie! Congrats!

 

[2WhiteWolves]

Afternoon all. I would like to introduce you to my newly born Grandson, Orion Christopher! He had a bit of a rough start and Jen had to have an emergency c-section. She had a very rough pregnancy. Remember this was the gal that numerous doctors had told her she would never be able to conceive. Ya, they were wrong. Ori was tongue tied and lip tied so he was not able to nurse very well and was getting so much air in his tummy. Poor thing would scream for hours from the pain and he was hungry. Since they fixed the issues he is now doing so much better. I hope everyone is doing well and having a great week. Hugs to all across the miles.

CONGRATULATIONS YIPPEE YAHOO

 

[Lady Sarah]

I got news for my physical therapist. She is going to have to tone down the torture. After my visit on Thursday, the agony is finally subsiding, and I go back tomorrow.

Hubby and I had gone to a surplus outlet to get some clothing and gear, because he wants to be ready for airsoft combat in the fall (when the temperatures drop down to the 70s and 80s). I should be recovered from spine surgery by then, which is not yet scheduled. Anyhow, I found a dog tag from a Marine in one of the cargo pockets on the trousers. Hubby called my Marine nephew to see if his connections could get that dog tag back to that Marine or that Marine's family. No idea why it was a single dog tag in a cargo pocket.

 

[Lady Sarah]

I was informed the dog tag is an old type that has been retired, and no longer in use. If I want to get it to anyone, I have to hire a private investigator to find them, and that ain't happening.

My physical therapist is understanding limits now. I actually walked out in less pain than when I walked in today.

Community wide yard sale tomorrow. Yay! We hit a couple that were open today, and got some good deals. One that took a bit of work to make it what we needed was this thing that looked like it was used as a form of grease gun. I cleaned it up, replaced the rubber seal on the plunger, cut the tip at an angle, and drilled holes to make it a meat injector we can use for grilling and smoking. This thing is BIG...



Also got some good Ryobi cordless tools to add to our set.

 

[misswish]

Good luck with the yard sales, never know what you might find!

 

[Lady Sarah]

We got some good deals. Hubby scored big time. While we were out, a few first responders barely got to a house fire. He wanted to help, but wasn't trained. I told him to get back in the truck and get us out of their way fast, before we got stuck there for 4 to 6 hours just as the first fire truck came down the road and the door to the house was bashed in. Folks say this was the second time that house caught fire in the last 5 years. I think it'll be condemned and tore down after this.

 

[misswish]

Morning!

I'm already tired of Spring and Summer. Just too hot. 90's and 100's already, too early. Heck, Tuesday is supposed to be 107*!!! I'm staying inside, of course, but I feel bad for people that have to be out in this weather. Power bill will be sky high.

Son-in-law came over to help me yesterday. Cleaned off the deck, hosed the dust off of everything, got rid of stuff. Looks much better. He is a sweetheart, always willing to help. I fed and watered him, which he appreciates.

Stay safe and healthy

 

[Lady Sarah]

Reports are in. My neurosurgeon showed me just how bad my lumber spine actually is. My pain tolerance must be amazing, considering I'm only using a cane when I walk, and that's just because my leg gets weak. My L4 - L5 and L5 - S1 are toast. We are talking bone on bone. I am now schedule for spinal fusion to take place the middle of July. Yeah, it takes some time for insurance to approve it.

I guess it'll be a slightly late birthday present. I'll be celebrating the second anniversary of my 29th birthday on the 11th of this month. Yep. Let's look at it that way.

 

[misswish]

Sarah -

You are one tough lady! I'm sorry to hear about the spine problems, I hope the fusion fixes all the issues and the pain. Please take care of yourself.

 

[Jimi]

 

[misswish]

Morning!

I hope you are all doing well, staying out of too much trouble.

I bought myself a walking pad, a mini treadmill. I need the exercise and it's way too hot to walk outside at 108* today. I listen to audiobooks while walking, helps me stay with it. Jessie thinks I'm nuts, of course. She thinks it's better used to sleep on.

I did mix up some base yesterday, need to add some flavors today. Don't want to get too low!

Stay safe and healthy

 

[misswish]

Happy Father's Day!!!

 

[Jimi]

Happy Father's Day!!!

Thank you my friend

 

[Lady Sarah]

Been prepping for post-surgery by shopping for stuff I'm gonna need to be comfy. Soft shirts and soft yoga pants (the loose breathable type). Picked up some sandals from Academy designed for recovery. I'm all through with physical therapy until after spinal fusion. The lady even tried massaging my back, and it made my legs spasm.

Yeah. In one month, I'll be laying in a hospital bed, post-op. Who knows, I may be telling y'all about how bad the food is, how bad the pain is, etc. But that's a month away, and I'm ready for it.

 

[nadalama]

Hello @Lady Sarah @misswish and @Jimi

This is kind of a quiet thread so I thought I'd peep in here. I've wanted to start posting again but just haven't been gutsy enough to go for some of the busier threads around here.

I don't know if you folks know what happened back in January, but we lost our 42-year-old son right here in our kitchen floor. It's been tough and I don't guess I'll ever really feel like my old self again.

I've wanted to say hi, and catch up with how everyone's been doing, and maybe establish a little quieter but still steady presence around here. I've missed all the great people and the conversation.

Sarah, I'm stunned to read about what you have to have done to your back. I hope your surgeon is skilled and the PT afterwards puts you right as rain. @Jimi and @misswish, sounds like the two of you are hanging in there, gracious and sweet as usual. Hugs to you all.

 

[gopher_byrd]

Sorry to hear about your son @nadalama. Prayers for your family.

Been kinda slow around here and there's no real busy thread except for the music game thread anymore.

 

[walton]

Hello @Lady Sarah @misswish and @Jimi

This is kind of a quiet thread so I thought I'd peep in here. I've wanted to start posting again but just haven't been gutsy enough to go for some of the busier threads around here.

I don't know if you folks know what happened back in January, but we lost our 42-year-old son right here in our kitchen floor. It's been tough and I don't guess I'll ever really feel like my old self again.

I've wanted to say hi, and catch up with how everyone's been doing, and maybe establish a little quieter but still steady presence around here. I've missed all the great people and the conversation.

Sarah, I'm stunned to read about what you have to have done to your back. I hope your surgeon is skilled and the PT afterwards puts you right as rain. @Jimi and @misswish, sounds like the two of you are hanging in there, gracious and sweet as usual. Hugs to you all.

ime not religious as i am sure you know, but i send love and a hug, stay strong x

 

[Jimi]

Hello @Lady Sarah @misswish and @Jimi

This is kind of a quiet thread so I thought I'd peep in here. I've wanted to start posting again but just haven't been gutsy enough to go for some of the busier threads around here.

I don't know if you folks know what happened back in January, but we lost our 42-year-old son right here in our kitchen floor. It's been tough and I don't guess I'll ever really feel like my old self again.

I've wanted to say hi, and catch up with how everyone's been doing, and maybe establish a little quieter but still steady presence around here. I've missed all the great people and the conversation.

Sarah, I'm stunned to read about what you have to have done to your back. I hope your surgeon is skilled and the PT afterwards puts you right as rain. @Jimi and @misswish, sounds like the two of you are hanging in there, gracious and sweet as usual. Hugs to you all.

I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your son, sending healing thoughts to you and the family, I will keep him in my daily prayers

 

[Lady Sarah]

Hello @Lady Sarah @misswish and @Jimi

This is kind of a quiet thread so I thought I'd peep in here. I've wanted to start posting again but just haven't been gutsy enough to go for some of the busier threads around here.

I don't know if you folks know what happened back in January, but we lost our 42-year-old son right here in our kitchen floor. It's been tough and I don't guess I'll ever really feel like my old self again.

I've wanted to say hi, and catch up with how everyone's been doing, and maybe establish a little quieter but still steady presence around here. I've missed all the great people and the conversation.

Sarah, I'm stunned to read about what you have to have done to your back. I hope your surgeon is skilled and the PT afterwards puts you right as rain. @Jimi and @misswish, sounds like the two of you are hanging in there, gracious and sweet as usual. Hugs to you all.

Very sorry to hear about your son. I know that is a very heartbreaking thing to have happen.

My neurosurgeon is one of the best in the area. Other doctors brag about her skills and steady hands. I have full faith in her.

 

[misswish]

Hello @Lady Sarah @misswish and @Jimi

This is kind of a quiet thread so I thought I'd peep in here. I've wanted to start posting again but just haven't been gutsy enough to go for some of the busier threads around here.

I don't know if you folks know what happened back in January, but we lost our 42-year-old son right here in our kitchen floor. It's been tough and I don't guess I'll ever really feel like my old self again.

I've wanted to say hi, and catch up with how everyone's been doing, and maybe establish a little quieter but still steady presence around here. I've missed all the great people and the conversation.

Sarah, I'm stunned to read about what you have to have done to your back. I hope your surgeon is skilled and the PT afterwards puts you right as rain. @Jimi and @misswish, sounds like the two of you are hanging in there, gracious and sweet as usual. Hugs to you all.

I am so, so sorry to read this. I'm glad you've come back to us here. My prayers and warmest hugs for you.

 

[nadalama]

Hi everyone, thank goodness it's Saturday.

Not much happening here today. I ordered a refurbished Wave radio/CD unit, which came yesterday. I set it up in our entertainment center and played a CD for the first time in years. Now that I don't drive back and forth 1.5 hours each way to work, I don't listen to music like I used to. I've missed it, so am thankful for this new gadget. It sounds every bit as good as they say.

Otherwise been reading a little and watching a little tv, need to do laundry but it may wait until tomorrow. Hubbs is cooking burgers on the grill. I told him it's too hot for that - slightly over a hundred degrees here - but he's out there doing it anyway.

Hope you are all well and staying cool!

 

[SnapDragon NY]

Hello @Lady Sarah @misswish and @Jimi

This is kind of a quiet thread so I thought I'd peep in here. I've wanted to start posting again but just haven't been gutsy enough to go for some of the busier threads around here.

I don't know if you folks know what happened back in January, but we lost our 42-year-old son right here in our kitchen floor. It's been tough and I don't guess I'll ever really feel like my old self again.

I've wanted to say hi, and catch up with how everyone's been doing, and maybe establish a little quieter but still steady presence around here. I've missed all the great people and the conversation.

Sarah, I'm stunned to read about what you have to have done to your back. I hope your surgeon is skilled and the PT afterwards puts you right as rain. @Jimi and @misswish, sounds like the two of you are hanging in there, gracious and sweet as usual. Hugs to you all.

 

[misswish]

Morning!

I hope all is well with you guys! Mother Nature is having tantrums again, excessive heat, rain/floods, fires. Whoever or whatever set her off, please knock it off! Ok, I feel better now.

My walking pad didn't work out for me, made me sad. It was fine for about a week, then I woke up and was in a lot of pain. My neuropathy was saying a very loud NO! SIL helped me return it. Now I'm looking for an elliptical, see if I can do that.

Jessie is doing well, keeping me on my toes. She does the funniest things and the sweetest. And sheds everywhere, all the time.

Stay safe and healthy, and happy!

 

[Lady Sarah]

Morning!

I hope all is well with you guys! Mother Nature is having tantrums again, excessive heat, rain/floods, fires. Whoever or whatever set her off, please knock it off! Ok, I feel better now.

My walking pad didn't work out for me, made me sad. It was fine for about a week, then I woke up and was in a lot of pain. My neuropathy was saying a very loud NO! SIL helped me return it. Now I'm looking for an elliptical, see if I can do that.

Jessie is doing well, keeping me on my toes. She does the funniest things and the sweetest. And sheds everywhere, all the time.

Stay safe and healthy, and happy!

Remember to NOT overdo any exercise. Just because you feel fine one day does not mean you won't pay for it the next. I know that all too well.

2 weeks remaining til i get cut open to have hardware installed it my back. My right leg has gone from hurting to half numb. I have to look down to watch where I step (in the house) in case hubby left something where it shouldn't be, because I'll trip over it without even feeling myself kicking it.

Yep. I'm the queen of overdoing shit. And I am paying the price.

 

[Tornadoalleydeb]

How is everyone this evening? Things here are going pretty good. Still working on the house, mostly outside things now. I hope everyone has a fun but safe 4th of July.

 

[Tornadoalleydeb]

Remember to NOT overdo any exercise. Just because you feel fine one day does not mean you won't pay for it the next. I know that all too well.

2 weeks remaining til i get cut open to have hardware installed it my back. My right leg has gone from hurting to half numb. I have to look down to watch where I step (in the house) in case hubby left something where it shouldn't be, because I'll trip over it without even feeling myself kicking it.

Yep. I'm the queen of overdoing shit. And I am paying the price.

I hope all goes nice and smooth for you Lady Sarah, and that all is successful and helps. I am the same way with overdoing it. I'm a stubborn ol gal and yep we pay the price for it the few days after, sometimes longer. But I refuse to not do the things that need being done!

 

[misswish]

Happy 4th of July! Enjoy and be safe.

 

[Lady Sarah]

I am laying in a hospital bed. Had spinal fusion this morning. It seems so surreal. Of course I keep falling asleep, but it seems like this whole this is just a dream... including the pain.

 

[misswish]

Sarah -

I'm so glad you could finally get that done, I hope it takes care of your spine and the pain. Rest and heal as much as you can, sending hugs and good thoughts your way.

 

[Lady Sarah]

Day 2 of post-op. Everything hurts. The surgeon informed me that I had a major nerve squished totally flat, and the pressure is now released.

I'll tell you one thing: I'm gonna be hitting that vape mod like a freight train when I get outta here. But I have to be patient, and get through this. The already had me out of bed and walking... with a walker and 2 aides of course.

 

[Jimi]

Day 2 of post-op. Everything hurts. The surgeon informed me that I had a major nerve squished totally flat, and the pressure is now released.

I'll tell you one thing: I'm gonna be hitting that vape mod like a freight train when I get outta here. But I have to be patient, and get through this. The already had me out of bed and walking... with a walker and 2 aides of course.

So glad you are progressin well my friend

 

[gopher_byrd]

Day 2 of post-op. Everything hurts. The surgeon informed me that I had a major nerve squished totally flat, and the pressure is now released.

I'll tell you one thing: I'm gonna be hitting that vape mod like a freight train when I get outta here. But I have to be patient, and get through this. The already had me out of bed and walking... with a walker and 2 aides of course.

I'm glad they have you up and walking! Hopefully they let you out soon!

I suspect anyone behind your vehicle on the way home will think it's on fire from the vape trail!

 

[Lady Sarah]

Well. It happened. They kicked my sorry ass out. I have to wait til Monday for the kick-ass medicines I've been prescribed.. i wont post what medicines, because of TOS. Hubby was in Abilene to visit me when he was being notified of my release, so he didn't have any of my mods. He did go pick me up a disposable Zstick mod. I puffed on that all the way home.

I struggle to do anything right now, but things will get better as I heal.

 

[nadalama]

Well. It happened. They kicked my sorry ass out. I have to wait til Monday for the kick-ass medicines I've been prescribed.. i wont post what medicines, because of TOS. Hubby was in Abilene to visit me when he was being notified of my release, so he didn't have any of my mods. He did go pick me up a disposable Zstick mod. I puffed on that all the way home.

I struggle to do anything right now, but things will get better as I heal.

Hi Sarah. I think it makes sense that it's a good sign they kicked you out. You must be doing pretty well, considering.

Knowing what a busy bee you normally are, I hope you are taking it easy and not overdoing the walking/lifting/stairs/whatever. Right now, following the doc's instructions is a good idea. With no pain meds, I reckon you do hurt. Personally, I would probably resort to a bit of alcohol, just to take the edge off, but that isn't always a good suggestion, so I hope I'm not out of line bringing it up. I have done that a time or two in my life, though, when I'd have dental pain kick up late on Friday afternoon, leaving me with no way to be seen for a few days.

Wishing you the best, and good progress every day!

 

[Lady Sarah]

Hi Sarah. I think it makes sense that it's a good sign they kicked you out. You must be doing pretty well, considering.

Knowing what a busy bee you normally are, I hope you are taking it easy and not overdoing the walking/lifting/stairs/whatever. Right now, following the doc's instructions is a good idea. With no pain meds, I reckon you do hurt. Personally, I would probably resort to a bit of alcohol, just to take the edge off, but that isn't always a good suggestion, so I hope I'm not out of line bringing it up. I have done that a time or two in my life, though, when I'd have dental pain kick up late on Friday afternoon, leaving me with no way to be seen for a few days.

Wishing you the best, and good progress every day!

They did provide me with some pain meds. I just have to wait for a regular fill up of that. By the way, one night on my own bed did absolute wonders. I feel % better. But knowing I have limitations, I restrict what I will do and what I am willing to do. Anybody that asks favors in the futures will be reminded of this. And I shall have the scar to prove it. My mother would probably be proud, and crying at the same time.