Have a wonderful visit with your grandson and his family!!!Good Thursday morning Sans family
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Sounds like a wonderful tour. Patty and Joe are wonderful hosts and she plans out tour so well. Seth is awesome.
Thank you Carole.
I’am getting things in order at home little by little. I really enjoyed my vacation.
So nice you are there for your friend. I hope all needed paperwork falls into place so the death certificate can be completed.
I enjoyed our visits too Lynne. It would be nice to visit again next year if our travel dates align.
About 14 hours if I leave to go back to Southern Indiana from Orlando and about 16 hours if I leave from my home in Vero Beach.
Traffic and stops for gas, welcome centers (for bathroom breaks and walking) and food breaks can all play into making it longer at times.
I try to leave very early in the morning 3:30 or 4 am to try and get through the most difficult areas Nashville, Chattanooga and Atlanta.
Safe travels Sue and enjoy your vacation.
Glad to hear Kyle is back in the office. I think it has been hard on the young ones during Covid office closures. Social interactions in the work place are Important to them.
Thank you. Now just getting caught up on a few things now that I’am home.
Sounds like a fun time. This area of Indiana was settled by predominantly German people so we have a big German Volkfest every year with German food and music. It’s in October. I haven’t check to see if they are having it this year or not. Hubby is 100% German.
Sorry to hear you have to deal with diverticulitis. That is so painful.
I didn’t know what those glasses were called. WOW that is expensive. I remember while I was in Nursing School nothing was cheap as far as the equipment we needed to purchase. Even the books were very expensive. No complaints though. It was what was required.
Patty what a lovely group you had for your HHN TOUR. So nice to hear you all had a great time.
That sounds yummy.
Such a tragic thing to go through. I’am sorry you lost your young cousins.
Lynne hope you got to sleep ok and hope the transition to SF goes smoothly.
I enjoyed our visits too.
Enjoy your visits with Mac, Sue and Charade.
You are a commando on the rides in the morning. You did get a lot done.
Mac hope you enjoyed your 6 house tour. It really makes those houses more enjoyable knowing a lot of the back story on them.
What a nice gift. So glad they called you back and you were able to make your trip. Sounds like you had a lovely time.
Great pic Lynne. Yep the feet do take a little bit of a beating with all the walking. Prop your tootsies up and relax.
So nice that Universal sets aside some time for TM’s to enjoy HHN
I hope you are able to get Seth for your tour.
Have a great Thursday Lynne.
Breakfast with a fire breathing Dragon sounds nice
Sounds like a good day to be in the parks.
Nice pic Lynne.....Bet you didn’t pet him or her ......LOL
Having my morning coffee and looking out the window. We had a few days of warm temps here up to 90 degrees. It is slowly tapering into the low 80’s again.
We fired the lawn company we have use for past 4 years here. They have slowly killed areas of grass in our yard. Whoever the franchisee is they have let their business slip severely.
We hired our neighbors company and they were out and aerated and seeded our lawn yesterday.
I need to get up in my office today and go through some paperwork that is mounded on my desk. I also need to look at Christmas presents I bought and figure out who else I need to buy for on my list.
Our older grandson is coming in for a visit for a couple days. He will be here this evening. He and his wife and our cute great-granddaughter live in Kentucky. I will freshen up the guest room he likes to stay and in.
We always enjoy anytime we get to spend with family.
Hard to believe I was on the road back to Indiana this time last week.
I had such a nice visit with my niece when she flew in Sunday through Thursday at the beginning of my trip. She is so fun to be around. I think it is fun to look at the world from a younger ones eyes. It forces me to be more adventurous in my choices of food and drink. I enjoyed spending time at the pool with her and shopping. We had a great time at HHN.
It also gave her some time to getaway and enjoy a little vacation time. She has a happy, busy little toddler who we all adore J. His birthday celebration is Saturday and we shopped some fun things for him at Universal.
I usually watch little J every Friday morning. He is the Apple of his Aunt Robbie’s eye for sure. He is adorable.
I’am enjoying doing the trip report. It was a wonderful vacation. I’am reminded how much is involved in taking the time to do them, but I’am enjoying looking at the pictures again and laughing about the fun things.
I really enjoy reading others reports and looking at the pictures they take.
Carole I hope you and Tom are able to make your trip over soon so we can all enjoy one of your trip reports. I do believe you have inspired many to take a step out of their comfort zone and write a trip report.
Tom’s great photos on the reports have helped me look more closely at the photos I choose to take. You have both inspired me. Thank you both. I do need a gentle nudge out of my comfort zone every now and again.
Safe travels Sue as you travel to Sunny Florida today. Enjoy your vacation.
If I remember correctly Charade you are flying Saturday. Have a safe flight and enjoy your vacation.
Lynne enjoy the remainder of your vacation and your meet ups with the Sans family members.
Have a wonderful Thursday everyone.
Everything is packed except for a couple of medications I need in the morning. I’ve done online check in for the flight and hotel. My alarm is set for 5:00. I’m ready to go.
In honor of my flight tomorrow.
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Sounds like a great day spent with your cousin!!Thank you, he is loving being back in the office.....yes, they do need that connection with others more than we do I believe.
And thank you for the TR report compliment.....I`m enjoying your a lot and will pass on the compliment to Tom......
Hope the new lawn firm are better. What a shame the other one let you down. Our gardener is basically a one man band with an apprenticeut my goodness he works his socks off and is working to build his business into a bigger one, but with Covid it has delayed his plans a little. He promises not to forget the ones who gave him a chance now though, I`d hate to lose him. Fingers crossed this one is better for you.
Sounds like some lovely family time with your niece and your grandson`s visit, that`ll be lovely. And your little great nephew too....hope the celebration goes well tomorrow, they are adorable at any age really!
Yes, I hope the border announcement is soon too, for so many people.
Have a lovely weekend.....
Charade, hope you have a safe flight and a wonderful trip......
Been a busy few days here with our little mini break and yesterday one of my cousins who lives on the outskirts of Manchester spent the day with us. She works for the police in CID and was down this way for an event, so took an extra day to see us. She always has the best stories! Had a lovely day with her and took her to lunch and dinner yesterday before dropping her at her hotel, she`s leaving early this morning to travel back up, but another nice little surprise for this week.
Also spoke to my cousins who were both at RP over the last few weeks, they had a blast and happy to report no bad issues anywhere and both of them enjoyed our suggested restaurants, they had lovely evenings at The Palm which I was so pleased about and the only place they didn`t enjoy was Big Fire.....I did tell them not to go there as so many folks who I trust with their opinion said not to bother. But happy their trips were a success. One is back next week, but trying PB as her niece is now working there as part of her training.
Today weather looks sucky.......high winds are hitting us now and again and some rain, but weekend looks mixed, but getting much cooler.
Going some clothes shopping this morning and hope to find some new boots, yes, it`s that time of year...... and maybe walk this afternoon once the wind dies down and sun is due to pop up.
Happy October 1st and Happy Friday
Yay Sue! Have lots and lots of fun!!Good morning! Waking up in Orlando! Flight was great! Free upgrade to premium economy ThanKyocera Alaska! And middle seat was empty! Took Universal shuttle over. Left airport at 7:00pm. Sat 30 min waiting for passenger. I’m used to that with Disney shuttle.
SF is nice, what I’ve seen of it. Room very comfy. Walked over to Cabana Bay food court for dinner.
Busy day today. Time to get rolling!
Almost there!I’m at the airport in Roanoke. Flight boards in an hour. I’ve got too much time to kill.
Enjoy the last full day Lynne!!Hi Sue, I’ve been up, but not moving fast. Give a text if like to meet up in parks. And yay, both at SF, with Charade close behind.
Yay, first of October it is Schumi. Nice to get away, family visit, and maybe did some boot shopping today. Hope the weather cleared for a walk this afternoon.
And so, my tea is done. May try to start getting ready. Another 91 degrees partly cloudy day, with no rain in forecast. Perfect for my last full day here. The time has flown by, and I leave tomorrow. But have had a great time meeting homies, sharing meals, chatting, and enjoy the parks during the day, and nights.
Fabulous Friday feeling homies. Yay!
Did you watch Harmonious from a spot in Epcot, or from your resort? I've watched a few videos with mixed reviews....what did you think about it?Checking in
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Harmonious at Epcot preview Disney started to get wildly busy Wednesday
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Moved over to HRH yesterday. Just dawned on me I haven’t looked out the window, yet
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long day yesterday, nice early dinner at finnegans. Lots of walking at HHN. Did see all the houses. Jury is definitely out for all of us there. Hoping for better timing on scares tonight. Planning on a dip in pool when I can rouse the mr Well before jr awakens & hustles us to parks
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Yay, first of October it is Schumi. Nice to get away, family visit, and maybe did some boot shopping today. Hope the weather cleared for a walk this afternoon.
I’m waiting to board. There is a cute little boy sitting across from me. He looks to be about 4 years old. He has a Spider-Man shirt, shoes, mask, backpack, and headphones.
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long day yesterday, nice early dinner at finnegans. Lots of walking at HHN. Did see all the houses. Jury is definitely out for all of us there. Hoping for better timing on scares tonight. Planning on a dip in pool when I can rouse the mr Well before jr awakens & hustles us to parks
feet don’t fail me now!
Have a wonderful visit with your grandson and his family!!!
Sounds like a great day spent with your cousin!!
And awesome that the RP and The Palm experiences went well for your travelers!!
Yay Sue! Have lots and lots of fun!!
Almost there!
Enjoy the last full day Lynne!!
Did you watch Harmonious from a spot in Epcot, or from your resort? I've watched a few videos with mixed reviews....what did you think about it?
Looking to be a rainy Sat/Sun, with today still holding onto sunny skies and 82. Will certainly spend some time outside enjoying while it lasts!
Hard to believe it's already October 1st. Where has this year gone? 85 days until Christmas...get those shopping lists organized!!
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Hope all the SANS friends in Florida have an awesome time!!!!!!!!!!
You may never look at me the same way again but...a guy I used to work with once told me I reminded him of Bea Arthur because of some of my facial expressions and quick wit. I hope that doesn't ruin us.Love the Golden Girls! It`s a little dated now, but still so funny......and I think most folks know or knew someone a little like Blanche.......well, I certainly did....lol.......
Just got in to Sapphire Falls. I’m going to relax a bit before dinner.
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It's Friday Afternoon
Heading out early today for an appointment. And the clock seems to be stalling today. My focus in not here today. Took me forever to get my required paperwork completed and sent off. I seen to have the attention span of a flea today. Too many other things happening around me to focus on work today.
Not much planned for the weekend. Puttering around the house and getting ready for next weekend. Everyone will be here Friday - if no more restrictions are implemented.
I received a text from a dear friend on Wednesday night. She had been very sick in the hospital. She actually ended up having very bad pnuemonia in one lung and they wouldn't start antibiotics right away instead making her wait a 3 days for 2 covid tests to come back saying she was negative (on both)for covid like seriously. She was extremely sick, They were not holding out much hope for her and were calling in family to sit with her. She finally got out yesterday after 10 days in the hospital. She is angry. Her new husband is very angry - and a prominent person in our community. I have a feeling this will be put into full blast around here.
So I'm making a few meals for her and her dh. I gave her a list of meals to choose from. So I will be cooking a few meals for her. Lasagna with zucchini noodles (she is gluten intolerant) beef and barley soup, and seafood chowder (she asked for that one) and I'll whip up some nanaimo bars for her as well as they are her favorite.
Other than that...not much else. Dh and ds are off hunting this weekend. They were finally drawn for some big game - so we are hoping for some to come home.
I see peeps are arriving and meet up will be happening. I'm a little envious right now. I hope everyone has a fantastic time!!!!!
Well, I should get going. Might try to fit in a walk tonight after supper. Korean taco bowls for supper tonight.
Have a great evening everyone....stay safe!!!!!
You may never look at me the same way again but...a guy I used to work with once told me I reminded him of Bea Arthur because of some of my facial expressions and quick wit. I hope that doesn't ruin us.
Well...it's Friday and I have ordered a pizza from one of my newer Italian places. I have had their pasta which is excellent but not the pizza. It's supposed to be really good!
I hope everyone is doing well!
Sitting at SeaTac waiting for connection to MCO! Flight boards in 30 min. Waiting for food at airport kiosk.
Almost missed flight this morning. I set my watch for 2 am. Must have slept through it yikes. A first. Next time I’ll use phone. Got to airport 70 min before flight. Good thing my airport is empty.
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long day yesterday, nice early dinner at finnegans. Lots of walking at HHN. Did see all the houses. Jury is definitely out for all of us there. Hoping for better timing on scares tonight. Planning on a dip in pool when I can rouse the mr Well before jr awakens & hustles us to parks
feet don’t fail me now!
Gorgeous!! Just gorgeous!!Another pic of toda
Very cute! When we took the huge island out of our kitchen (really took too much space) we replaced the counter top with butcher block and put it on wheels. Just taking off the overhang made it more reasonable size-and now I can move it out of way by wall or pull into middle of kitchen when we do holiday baking for more counter space. You will love having that flexibility.This cart will give me a little more room for food prep and a little extra storage.
Another gorgeous picture!! Good on keeping up the walking. The dog comes with his big brown eyes and sweet face if I forget or just don't want to walk every day. He's a good motivator.We did our 10 miles today after all.
Ha-we did literally close it down-seth walked with Patty, joe Travis and me to the boats! Fantastic guide. Must do again next year!We did not want to close the park down. We were tired, but great fun with all that was with us.
oh yes....upper midwest weddings growing up had polka bandsHad no idea Polka bands were a real thing..
Here's our group photo from our tour!
Yes it is fun and with a group it really isn't bad at all. In fact if you were going to try it this is the year. Unfortunately for us who really like the scares-the vinyl in place kinda telegraphs most scares.One of these years Sue- you have to try it! I'm a big chicken too, but now I HAVE to do HHN every year!! Safe travels, my friend!!
I really really enjoyed talking with her-need to get in touch still-been a busy week. Loved Troy's friends too-they are fun. In fact-can we just be adopted by you?Now my daughter-in-law wants chickens!!
?American? They seem to be doing that alotA little while ago I got an email from the airline telling me that I can change my flight at no additional charge. There was a button that said “see additional offers”. I clicked it and got “We’re sorry. There are no flights available.” So what was the purpose of that email?
So nice that happened! Sounds super relaxing quick break!Had a lovely stay
Oh goodness glad she is recovering. I suspect there is this type of thing going on behind all the so called "hospitals too crowded with unvaxed so routine gallbladder patient died" stories. That is just flat out medical malpractice. NO self respecting MD would be involved in WITHOLDING treatment until all tests are back when a condition is evident. They may change some meds (different class of antibiotics once sensitivity culture comes back) but not start at all?received a text from a dear friend on Wednesday night. She had been very sick in the hospital. She actually ended up having very bad pnuemonia in one lung and they wouldn't start antibiotics right away instead making her wait a 3 days for 2 covid tests to come back saying she was negative (on both)for covid
Quick drop in while waiting for call to get son from band at the football game. Yes we are horrible for not going lol! In my defense I did get my flu shot today and actually came home and took a nap-only went in to work for a couple hours to help with some computer training as I have day off today.
Hit ground running when we got home last sunday-late flight in as we got home around midnight. Had enough time to kill in Charlotte airport we were able to find a pub to have a couple drinks and something to eat. Hubs worked a couple long days then off to lake for his dad's golf tourney he sponsors every year. Feet so swollen from all the walking and time on plane it took until wednesday till they went down-to dog's disappointment. But resumed the daily walks with him then. He's my dog-comes to me first-that when hubs out of town he cried outside the bedroom door. He's not done that since he was a puppy, so yes he got to sleep in my room.
Going to put fall/halloween decorations up this weekend.
Gorgeous!! Just gorgeous!!
Very cute! When we took the huge island out of our kitchen (really took too much space) we replaced the counter top with butcher block and put it on wheels. Just taking off the overhang made it more reasonable size-and now I can move it out of way by wall or pull into middle of kitchen when we do holiday baking for more counter space. You will love having that flexibility.
Another gorgeous picture!! Good on keeping up the walking. The dog comes with his big brown eyes and sweet face if I forget or just don't want to walk every day. He's a good motivator.
Ha-we did literally close it down-seth walked with Patty, joe Travis and me to the boats! Fantastic guide. Must do again next year!
oh yes....upper midwest weddings growing up had polka bands
Yes it is fun and with a group it really isn't bad at all. In fact if you were going to try it this is the year. Unfortunately for us who really like the scares-the vinyl in place kinda telegraphs most scares.
I really really enjoyed talking with her-need to get in touch still-been a busy week. Loved Troy's friends too-they are fun. In fact-can we just be adopted by you?
?American? They seem to be doing that alot
So nice that happened! Sounds super relaxing quick break!
Oh goodness glad she is recovering. I suspect there is this type of thing going on behind all the so called "hospitals too crowded with unvaxed so routine gallbladder patient died" stories. That is just flat out medical malpractice. NO self respecting MD would be involved in WITHOLDING treatment until all tests are back when a condition is evident. They may change some meds (different class of antibiotics once sensitivity culture comes back) but not start at all?
Yes I hope this blows up in the press and HUGELY. This business of avoidance of a single virus at cost of literally everything else has gone on long enough.
Looking forward to hearing from the peeps at HHN now! Glad we went, but I do feel like I had my fill this year. Hoping next year is normal and back to usual scares etc.
Well it is crowded here at hhn but on a private tour so no issues with house waits
Only have 4 more hours in the park
They close at 2 am tonight
Charade … don’t forget to put the porch light on
so I won’t stumble on the porch steps if I come back here later
Quick post since I need to get some sleep. Had a really nice dinner tonight with Lynne , Bobbie, Bobbie’s husband, and Sue. Unfortunately since we spent so much time talking we forgot to get a picture.
I’m going to try to get up early tomorrow. It it all depends on how well I sleep tonight.