H*A*T*Esville Weekend Loves the SUN.
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purple_magada
Cathlete
Hi Jennifer and all to follow.
I'm just finishing up my coffee. My day is going to be busy too. I have laundry in the washer and have to go and hang that out. Followed by at least 4 more loads of laundry. Then cleaning! Blech. I'm taking Gabe out for lunch today since he had an awesome week at school. This is probably the first time since school started that he has had a full week of good behavior. First he chose Red Lobster for his dinner but he has changed it to Quaker Steak and Lube. So that is where we're going. Have to take the 2-year old monster with us too. LOL
Robin - oh my goodness, Shingles? How did you get those? Take care of yourself. I remember when my mam-man had them YEARS ago, she was in so much pain.
Jen - enjoy your weekend!
Michele - what are you up to this weekend?
Auggie - are you working?
My new co-worker started on Wednesday. She seems pretty nice. Totally different type of person then the last lady was.
My FIL called DH last night and told him, yes told him, did not ask, that he was to come out and put on a new door for him today. DH had spent $50 to go to a gun raffle this afternoon but his dad doesn't care about DH's plans. Then when he called his dad this morning (at 7:00) to ask him about it his step-mom said he just went to bed (works 3rd shift). So DH went out there a bit ago and was going to take the door out regardless. His dad is a major MIA!!!!!
Guess I better get going if I want to get things done. Have a great weekend everyone!
I'm just finishing up my coffee. My day is going to be busy too. I have laundry in the washer and have to go and hang that out. Followed by at least 4 more loads of laundry. Then cleaning! Blech. I'm taking Gabe out for lunch today since he had an awesome week at school. This is probably the first time since school started that he has had a full week of good behavior. First he chose Red Lobster for his dinner but he has changed it to Quaker Steak and Lube. So that is where we're going. Have to take the 2-year old monster with us too. LOL
Robin - oh my goodness, Shingles? How did you get those? Take care of yourself. I remember when my mam-man had them YEARS ago, she was in so much pain.
Jen - enjoy your weekend!
Michele - what are you up to this weekend?
Auggie - are you working?
My new co-worker started on Wednesday. She seems pretty nice. Totally different type of person then the last lady was.
My FIL called DH last night and told him, yes told him, did not ask, that he was to come out and put on a new door for him today. DH had spent $50 to go to a gun raffle this afternoon but his dad doesn't care about DH's plans. Then when he called his dad this morning (at 7:00) to ask him about it his step-mom said he just went to bed (works 3rd shift). So DH went out there a bit ago and was going to take the door out regardless. His dad is a major MIA!!!!!
Guess I better get going if I want to get things done. Have a great weekend everyone!
Miss Lee
Cathlete
Hiya Haters!
I have no clue what we're doing this weekend. I'm about ready to shoot the DH, though. It's a long story, but basically he's flip flopped about 10 times and currently he's at a meeting -- one he said he wasn't going to attend x(
I'm going to eat some brekkie, do my Classical Stretch workout, and head out to the mall. I need a new somethin somethin!
Jennifer -- it sounds like you're going to be busy this weekend! I hope you manage to have a little fun. I'm glad your weather is warming up.
Dana -- ^^^^^5's and major kudos to our dear, sweet Gabe!!! Wow -- I'm so proud of his sweet self! What a great mommy you are, too. Now would somebody please tell me WTH Quaker Steak and Lube is -- lol! I'm in a feisty mood -- ya want me to go and smack your FIL!?
Robin -- Have you started your medication? Is it helping? I'm sending major pain soothing, shingles healing vibes your way, topped with a prayer.
Hi Augie, Cuz, and Jen!!
Alrighty, I'm outta here. I'll check back later if I can. Have a great weekend :*
I have no clue what we're doing this weekend. I'm about ready to shoot the DH, though. It's a long story, but basically he's flip flopped about 10 times and currently he's at a meeting -- one he said he wasn't going to attend x(
I'm going to eat some brekkie, do my Classical Stretch workout, and head out to the mall. I need a new somethin somethin!
Jennifer -- it sounds like you're going to be busy this weekend! I hope you manage to have a little fun. I'm glad your weather is warming up.
Dana -- ^^^^^5's and major kudos to our dear, sweet Gabe!!! Wow -- I'm so proud of his sweet self! What a great mommy you are, too. Now would somebody please tell me WTH Quaker Steak and Lube is -- lol! I'm in a feisty mood -- ya want me to go and smack your FIL!?
Robin -- Have you started your medication? Is it helping? I'm sending major pain soothing, shingles healing vibes your way, topped with a prayer.
Hi Augie, Cuz, and Jen!!
Alrighty, I'm outta here. I'll check back later if I can. Have a great weekend :*
JenL13
Cathlete
Hello haters! Why am I here... b/c we are taking a week off from the APL this Saturday. Mom had stuff going on, Tara went to a concert in Indiana last night, and Chad & I had the retirement party. So, we took an 'off' day!
It was nice to be able to take my time this morning. I did Cindy Whitmarsh Ultimate Fat Burner, 1/2 standing work of B&G, & all the floor work of B&G. I then went and washed the Jeep, picked up stuff @ Walgreens, cleaned inside of Jeep, cleaned the garage and table chairs on back deck, and showered! Oh and washed sheets, getting ready to go get them from the dryer now.
I am going to be doing inside cleaning this afternoon along with some time for doing NOTHING!!!!! Depending on how I feel later I may go through In The Ring one more time before doing it this upcoming week. Chad & I ended up going out for Sushi after the party then back here before he headed back to the house he's staying this weekend watching some friends kids.
Kitty is still hanging around and think she's growing attached to me a little. So darn cute!
Okay, well since I should have time to stop back by, I will do so and try to catch up with what has been going on.
Hi Jennifer, Dana, and Michele!!!
It was nice to be able to take my time this morning. I did Cindy Whitmarsh Ultimate Fat Burner, 1/2 standing work of B&G, & all the floor work of B&G. I then went and washed the Jeep, picked up stuff @ Walgreens, cleaned inside of Jeep, cleaned the garage and table chairs on back deck, and showered! Oh and washed sheets, getting ready to go get them from the dryer now.
I am going to be doing inside cleaning this afternoon along with some time for doing NOTHING!!!!!
Depending on how I feel later I may go through In The Ring one more time before doing it this upcoming week. Chad & I ended up going out for Sushi after the party then back here before he headed back to the house he's staying this weekend watching some friends kids. Kitty is still hanging around and think she's growing attached to me a little. So darn cute!
Okay, well since I should have time to stop back by, I will do so and try to catch up with what has been going on.
Hi Jennifer, Dana, and Michele!!!
August
Cathlete
Hi, guys!
How's the weekend going?
http://bestsmileys.com/animals/7.gif
Today I did Gin Miller's Simply Endurance. I've had this workout for ages and I think this might have been the first time for me to do it. I loved it! I must say, I totally dig Gin. She's great! http://bestsmileys.com/clapping/3.gif
I finished up my smoothie and now I'm going to do a little work. The 4 monsters are at my place today so we're all enjoying the Sunday.
Tonight Mom's coming to my place for leftover Pumpkin and Pinto bean stew, so I'm using all my strength to keep myself from eating it for lunch!! http://bestsmileys.com/drooling/3.gif
All right. I'm going to make myself some tea and get to it. http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/eatdrink059.gif
(Aww, that reminds me of Michele.)
Laters!
JENNIFER - How's your weekend going? Have you been relentlessly tracking your package? LOL.
Nancy helped me with my international order. She's so sweet, isn't she?
SHANNON - Oh yeah, the stew ROCKS! And the pumpkin rind was just right and so delicious. It has a good spice punch even without the green chilies. In fact, I ended up not even putting any in at all.
But I WILL be using the chilies. Because I love chilies. http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/happy026.gif
MICHELE -
>I woke up this morning with INSANELY curly hair!
That made me laugh out loud.
How's your weekend going? How's your back? Did you find a good heating pad? How is your brother doing? Were you able to visit him?
>How's your headache?
Thanks, my headache was gone by the next day, very thankfully, as I had to be out doing all sorts of stuff. All was good!
>I often get migraines when I'm sleep deprived. Maybe that's why your mom keeps bringing the kitties to your place -- they're keeping her up at night?
LOL. You might be on to something there. That naughty snack-secret-eating Mom of mine! Lulu and Yoyo spent the night again last night since I was out all day yesterday and got home past midnight...Sure enough, Lulu was up at her usual 5:30am running amok.
But this time pretty much everyone ignored her and we were all actually able to fall back to sleep pretty fast this time.
>Drink lots of coffee -- coffee always helps my headaches
LOL, you nut.
>I can't get pumpkin right now so I'll have to wait until fall
What a bummer! I wish I could send you some Japanese pumpkin because it is, if I may quote you - to.die.for.
So did you and DH end up going back for some takeout chicken?
Oh hey, I checked out the music engineer's mouse last night.
As you know, it's the Kensington Turbo Mouse (I can't find a photo of it because I think this must be the old model)......it's this model on the following link but WITHOUT the buttons on the top http://www.insidemacgames.com/reviews/view.php?ID=260&Page=1 (this one with the buttons on the top is apparently called the Kensington Turbo Mouse Pro). It's an expensive mouse, but it's really supposed to be good. I wonder if that computer store would let you try it out for a week or so?
BECKY - Hey you! It's nice to see you again. That recipe was posted for me from Shannon and it really is wonderful. Here it is for you! As for using canned pumpkin...my thinking is that that would make for some major mush. I mean, canned is already cooked, I guess?
PUMPKIN AND PINTO BEAN CHILI
(Butternut or other winter squash works great too)
1 1/2 c chopped onion
1 1/2 c chopped red or green bell pepper
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tbsp chili powder
1/2 tsp ground cumin
4 c cubed, peeled pumpkin (about 1 lb, in 1/2 inch cubes)
3 c cooked (or canned) pinto beans
1 1/2 c water
1 c frozen corn
1 tsp salt
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
Heat nonstick skillet over medium heat.
Add onion, bell pepper and garlic.
Cover and cook 5 min or until tender.
Add chili powder and cumin, cook 1 min, stirring constantly.
Place onion mixture into crockpot.
Add everything else.
Cook on low for about 8 hrs or until veggies are tender and chili is thick.
DANA - HUGE cheers to Gabe!!
>ah ha, you're mom is pretty tricky! Her kitties are keeping her up at night with their wild ways so she shipped them over to your place. Got to give her credit though . . .
Heh. That crafty woman!
Chami and Yoyo are now sleeping curled up on my comforter, Mooch is curled up on the blanky on the sofa, and Lulu is being a nut LOL.
That Lulu has so much energy it's hysterical. http://bestsmileys.com/cartoon/7.gif
Ooh, Merrick's pet foods are supposed to be really good. I can't find Merrick's here unfortunately. Have you seen this website? It has a list of the "safe" pet foods. There are also ratings for many pet foods for nutrition and palatability...
http://hubpages.com/hub/Dog_Food_Safe_To_Feed_After_The_Dog_Food_Recall
I've seen that link not work before, so if it doesn't, try http://hubpages.com and then do a search for Safe Dog Food.
>he will put his food in his mouth, carry it on into the living room carpet, drop it on the carpet and then eat it. What is up with that weirdness?
I love Ralphie. What a cutie!
ROBIN -
>you don't mention having to work this weekend. Will you be home?
I'm in town ALL month, woo hoooo! But I was at work yesterday from 3pm to 1am (much of that time is napping on the snake sofa and watering flowers for Oogi LOL). In fact, the next two weeks are all booked for me, so I'll be putting clothing on a lot LOL.
I know I said that I was in Frazzle Two Week a week ago and now I'm saying I'm booked for the following two, but my scary homework work part is over and now I just need to be places to boss at people and tell them they're doing this or that wrong, then whip out my Nintendo DS Lite and act cool.
Shingles! Wow, neat! I hope when you tell people you've got Shingles, that you do it with a heavy Cockney accent. Anyway, I hope it gets better soon. It must be itchy!
JEN - How was the retirement party? Wow, you did some good cleaning! Have a fun nothing day and give the THREE kitties my hellos!
Okay. Tea time! :* :*
How's the weekend going?
http://bestsmileys.com/animals/7.gif
Today I did Gin Miller's Simply Endurance. I've had this workout for ages and I think this might have been the first time for me to do it. I loved it! I must say, I totally dig Gin. She's great! http://bestsmileys.com/clapping/3.gif
I finished up my smoothie and now I'm going to do a little work. The 4 monsters are at my place today so we're all enjoying the Sunday.
Tonight Mom's coming to my place for leftover Pumpkin and Pinto bean stew, so I'm using all my strength to keep myself from eating it for lunch!! http://bestsmileys.com/drooling/3.gif
All right. I'm going to make myself some tea and get to it. http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/eatdrink059.gif
(Aww, that reminds me of Michele.)
Laters!
JENNIFER - How's your weekend going? Have you been relentlessly tracking your package? LOL.
Nancy helped me with my international order. She's so sweet, isn't she?
SHANNON - Oh yeah, the stew ROCKS! And the pumpkin rind was just right and so delicious. It has a good spice punch even without the green chilies. In fact, I ended up not even putting any in at all.
But I WILL be using the chilies. Because I love chilies. http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/happy026.gif
MICHELE -
>I woke up this morning with INSANELY curly hair!
That made me laugh out loud.
How's your weekend going? How's your back? Did you find a good heating pad? How is your brother doing? Were you able to visit him?
>How's your headache?
Thanks, my headache was gone by the next day, very thankfully, as I had to be out doing all sorts of stuff. All was good!
>I often get migraines when I'm sleep deprived. Maybe that's why your mom keeps bringing the kitties to your place -- they're keeping her up at night?
LOL. You might be on to something there. That naughty snack-secret-eating Mom of mine! Lulu and Yoyo spent the night again last night since I was out all day yesterday and got home past midnight...Sure enough, Lulu was up at her usual 5:30am running amok.
But this time pretty much everyone ignored her and we were all actually able to fall back to sleep pretty fast this time.
>Drink lots of coffee -- coffee always helps my headaches
LOL, you nut.
>I can't get pumpkin right now so I'll have to wait until fall
What a bummer! I wish I could send you some Japanese pumpkin because it is, if I may quote you - to.die.for.
So did you and DH end up going back for some takeout chicken?
Oh hey, I checked out the music engineer's mouse last night.
As you know, it's the Kensington Turbo Mouse (I can't find a photo of it because I think this must be the old model)......it's this model on the following link but WITHOUT the buttons on the top http://www.insidemacgames.com/reviews/view.php?ID=260&Page=1 (this one with the buttons on the top is apparently called the Kensington Turbo Mouse Pro). It's an expensive mouse, but it's really supposed to be good. I wonder if that computer store would let you try it out for a week or so?
BECKY - Hey you! It's nice to see you again. That recipe was posted for me from Shannon and it really is wonderful. Here it is for you! As for using canned pumpkin...my thinking is that that would make for some major mush. I mean, canned is already cooked, I guess?
PUMPKIN AND PINTO BEAN CHILI
(Butternut or other winter squash works great too)
1 1/2 c chopped onion
1 1/2 c chopped red or green bell pepper
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tbsp chili powder
1/2 tsp ground cumin
4 c cubed, peeled pumpkin (about 1 lb, in 1/2 inch cubes)
3 c cooked (or canned) pinto beans
1 1/2 c water
1 c frozen corn
1 tsp salt
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
Heat nonstick skillet over medium heat.
Add onion, bell pepper and garlic.
Cover and cook 5 min or until tender.
Add chili powder and cumin, cook 1 min, stirring constantly.
Place onion mixture into crockpot.
Add everything else.
Cook on low for about 8 hrs or until veggies are tender and chili is thick.
DANA - HUGE cheers to Gabe!!
>ah ha, you're mom is pretty tricky! Her kitties are keeping her up at night with their wild ways so she shipped them over to your place. Got to give her credit though . . .
Heh. That crafty woman!
Chami and Yoyo are now sleeping curled up on my comforter, Mooch is curled up on the blanky on the sofa, and Lulu is being a nut LOL.
That Lulu has so much energy it's hysterical. http://bestsmileys.com/cartoon/7.gif
Ooh, Merrick's pet foods are supposed to be really good. I can't find Merrick's here unfortunately. Have you seen this website? It has a list of the "safe" pet foods. There are also ratings for many pet foods for nutrition and palatability...
http://hubpages.com/hub/Dog_Food_Safe_To_Feed_After_The_Dog_Food_Recall
I've seen that link not work before, so if it doesn't, try http://hubpages.com and then do a search for Safe Dog Food.
>he will put his food in his mouth, carry it on into the living room carpet, drop it on the carpet and then eat it. What is up with that weirdness?
I love Ralphie. What a cutie!
ROBIN -
>you don't mention having to work this weekend. Will you be home?
I'm in town ALL month, woo hoooo! But I was at work yesterday from 3pm to 1am (much of that time is napping on the snake sofa and watering flowers for Oogi LOL). In fact, the next two weeks are all booked for me, so I'll be putting clothing on a lot LOL.
I know I said that I was in Frazzle Two Week a week ago and now I'm saying I'm booked for the following two, but my scary homework work part is over and now I just need to be places to boss at people and tell them they're doing this or that wrong, then whip out my Nintendo DS Lite and act cool.
Shingles! Wow, neat! I hope when you tell people you've got Shingles, that you do it with a heavy Cockney accent. Anyway, I hope it gets better soon. It must be itchy!
JEN - How was the retirement party? Wow, you did some good cleaning! Have a fun nothing day and give the THREE kitties my hellos!
Okay. Tea time! :* :*
August
Cathlete
You know what I keep thinking about?
Sloopy.
My last bowl of Sloopy was on a night I came home from work late and really tired and hungry and not feeling like doing anything. I opened up my fridge and saw my last bowl of Sloopy, warmed it up and OH MAN, it was like HEAVEN.
Maybe I'll make Sloopy again next week or so.
Oh hey, I've been meaning to ask - if I want to make something in my crock pot that doesn't normally call for making it in a crock pot, can it be done without an explosion or horrible mishap?
Like, there's a Curry Soup I want to make that has big pieces of a variety of veggies in a bowl of soup. How does that work?
Sloopy.
My last bowl of Sloopy was on a night I came home from work late and really tired and hungry and not feeling like doing anything. I opened up my fridge and saw my last bowl of Sloopy, warmed it up and OH MAN, it was like HEAVEN.
Maybe I'll make Sloopy again next week or so.
Oh hey, I've been meaning to ask - if I want to make something in my crock pot that doesn't normally call for making it in a crock pot, can it be done without an explosion or horrible mishap?
Like, there's a Curry Soup I want to make that has big pieces of a variety of veggies in a bowl of soup. How does that work?
Hello August.
I do love Gin Miller, but I did get rid Simply Endurance. I kept Simply Interval, Reebok the orginal (one of the few actual DVDs with cover), Aerostep, and Intense Moves.
For being 50 years old, she does well.
Have a great day with the little monsters today.
I think my package will be arriving on Wednesday.
It's going to be another warm one here and possibly warmer later on this week.
BBL
I do love Gin Miller, but I did get rid Simply Endurance. I kept Simply Interval, Reebok the orginal (one of the few actual DVDs with cover), Aerostep, and Intense Moves.
For being 50 years old, she does well.
Have a great day with the little monsters today.
I think my package will be arriving on Wednesday.
It's going to be another warm one here and possibly warmer later on this week.
BBL
bceogirl
Cathlete
Hi Everyone!
August OMG that recipe sounds right up my alley!!!!!!!!!!!!
Okay, yes, canned pumpkin wouldn't work at all . I thought maybe it was a pureed soup....like when you use butternut squash .
I know it would alter the taste a bit but I bet I could use sweet potatoes !!!
In fact, I have a simular black bean/sweet potato chili recipe that I could eat every day in the winter ! MMMMMMMMM:9
As far as making things in the crockpot other than specific crockpot recipes......I do it all the time !! Most times the only change you need to make it in cooking times.
I say, GO FOR IT !!!:7
I'm running off for a few early errands.
It's FINALLY warming up AND we are going to see some sunshine, so I want to have all my work done early & get out there and enjoy it !
Have a great Sunday!!
Becky
August OMG that recipe sounds right up my alley!!!!!!!!!!!!
Okay, yes, canned pumpkin wouldn't work at all . I thought maybe it was a pureed soup....like when you use butternut squash .
I know it would alter the taste a bit but I bet I could use sweet potatoes !!!
In fact, I have a simular black bean/sweet potato chili recipe that I could eat every day in the winter ! MMMMMMMMM:9
As far as making things in the crockpot other than specific crockpot recipes......I do it all the time !! Most times the only change you need to make it in cooking times.
I say, GO FOR IT !!!:7
I'm running off for a few early errands.
It's FINALLY warming up AND we are going to see some sunshine, so I want to have all my work done early & get out there and enjoy it !
Have a great Sunday!!
Becky
JenL13
Cathlete
Hello! Sorry I didn't get back here yesterday, my plans got changed for today so I had to do more yesterday instead of putting off until today. :-(
However, it's for a good reason. Diana, my sister, called yesterday saying, "Can you do me a favor?". She is working on her resume & is frustrated & wants help. So, she is going to be here about 1 or 1:30 today to do that. Of course I've been w/ Wells for 11 years so not sure how much help I'll be! No worries though... I called Chad & he is going to come & help her!!! When I told Mom all this, OF COURSE she wants to come too. Not sure how long they'll be here but Chad is coming back this evening to stay so I'll be busy all day.
Hit Meijer this morning and now headed to do Drill Max. I'll try to BBL after they all leave & before Chad comes back.
August- I've adjusted recipes too that weren't meant for Mr. Crock, like Becky said basically all you have to do is adjust the time. Most recipes call for 6 hours low / 4 hours high. Did you post your recipe for Sloopy???
Hi Jennifer, Michele, Dana, and Becky- I hope to BBL!!
However, it's for a good reason. Diana, my sister, called yesterday saying, "Can you do me a favor?". She is working on her resume & is frustrated & wants help. So, she is going to be here about 1 or 1:30 today to do that. Of course I've been w/ Wells for 11 years so not sure how much help I'll be!
No worries though... I called Chad & he is going to come & help her!!! When I told Mom all this, OF COURSE she wants to come too. Not sure how long they'll be here but Chad is coming back this evening to stay so I'll be busy all day. Hit Meijer this morning and now headed to do Drill Max. I'll try to BBL after they all leave & before Chad comes back.
August- I've adjusted recipes too that weren't meant for Mr. Crock, like Becky said basically all you have to do is adjust the time. Most recipes call for 6 hours low / 4 hours high. Did you post your recipe for Sloopy???
Hi Jennifer, Michele, Dana, and Becky- I hope to BBL!!