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JoAnnW

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I know exactly how that feels. I broke my knee cap in the Navy and had part of it removed. The older I get it seems as if my knee has become a better weatherman when it comes to wet weather. This is one main reason why I stay in California. The weather back east almost made me a cripple. My doctor says there's not much he can do except prescribe pain pills. Something I'm not a fan of.

I hope you have some good weather come your way! Sunshine is the best when you are feeling blue.

OMG! Broken knee cap! That had to have been... 8-o I can't even imagine that!! Well... you're riding a motorcycle with Whisper now, so you've come a long way. Way to go!!! :thumb:
 

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I'm beginning to wonder if size matters when it comes to vaping around some family members who have never smoked and are not familiar with the ecig. When I started vaping, I had the Volt 65 and 78mm cig-a-likes with the black carts. They were so happy and curious about the vaping process and thrilled that I stopped smoking...

I moved up to the 650 X2 (BIG battery) and X2 clearo's... "What's that stuff in there?". That's when it started. Seeing the liquid made them uncomfortable, mostly my mom. Questions of why I needed something that big if my intention was to stop smoking. I started increasing my inventory of equipment and liquids, explaining that I'm getting away from anything resembling a cigarette and getting different flavors to get away from anything tasting like cigarettes. The more stuff I got the more mom worried. Now, even my husband has started the concerned looks but he hasn't said anything... yet. I'm glad no one notices the difference with the ego twists because they look exactly like X2's. Then the infamous T3's make an appearance! Gigantic that holds ALL that STUFF on a 1300 battery!!! I only use that and clearo's at home but I feel that I don't have anything to hide so if she comes over, then she sees my setups. I'm in my own house :censored: not her's!

I got a couple of mini ego batteries to take with me when I go to mom's house or other family functions. They are so tiny and cute and the battery life is much longer than 78's. The entire setup including mini drip tip is about the same size as a T3. Now at least, mom appears more comfortable with the tiny size that conceals that STUFF and, so far, no more comments from her.

I don't dare move up to anything bigger!

oh joann...does size matter when it comes to vaping.....:laugh:well my folks havnt seen any of my volt goodies yet..i havnt seen them since I started vaping...its all phone chat.....my dads not well....and my 95 yr old gran mother..not the magic one I talk of...she passed away yrs ago...but my mums mum...is a big handful for mum...dealing with them both...and she wont let me go see her...till she feels she can get on tops of things..which realllllllllly bugs me....but my folks are set in there ways...anyway ....I cant wait till I hit them with the volt....im sure theyl take the bolt and run...:laugh:ill bring out the 65s and work my way up....it will be a fun day....:shock:
 

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Hi Deb! You're rolling and it's almost time for me to roll out. Hope you have a great day/night. Hugs to Alice!! ;)

hows that tune go...for you live on the morning side of the mountain and I live on the twilight side of the hill...or is it the other way round:unsure:sweet dreams oops ps...alice says mmmm purr purr I love :wub:
 
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oh joann...does size matter when it comes to vaping.....:laugh:well my folks havnt seen any of my volt goodies yet..i havnt seen them since I started vaping...its all phone chat.....my dads not well....and my 95 yr old gran mother..not the magic one I talk of...she passed away yrs ago...but my mums mum...is a big handful for mum...dealing with them both...and she wont let me go see her...till she feels she can get on tops of things..which realllllllllly bugs me....but my folks are set in there ways...anyway ....I cant wait till I hit them with the volt....im sure theyl take the bolt and run...:laugh:ill bring out the 65s and work my way up....it will be a fun day....:shock:

Like you said older folks are set in their ways... so true. Most of the time, I let it roll off... other times!!! :mad: Every once and a while, I just have to vent. :evil: Sorry I hate sounding like a broken record. :facepalm:
 

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I'm beginning to wonder if size matters when it comes to vaping around some family members who have never smoked and are not familiar with the ecig. When I started vaping, I had the Volt 65 and 78mm cig-a-likes with the black carts. They were so happy and curious about the vaping process and thrilled that I stopped smoking...

I moved up to the 650 X2 (BIG battery) and X2 clearo's... "What's that stuff in there?". That's when it started. Seeing the liquid made them uncomfortable, mostly my mom. Questions of why I needed something that big if my intention was to stop smoking. I started increasing my inventory of equipment and liquids, explaining that I'm getting away from anything resembling a cigarette and getting different flavors to get away from anything tasting like cigarettes. The more stuff I got the more mom worried. Now, even my husband has started the concerned looks but he hasn't said anything... yet. I'm glad no one notices the difference with the ego twists because they look exactly like X2's. Then the infamous T3's make an appearance! Gigantic that holds ALL that STUFF on a 1300 battery!!! I only use that and clearo's at home but I feel that I don't have anything to hide so if she comes over, then she sees my setups. I'm in my own house :censored: not her's!

I got a couple of mini ego batteries to take with me when I go to mom's house or other family functions. They are so tiny and cute and the battery life is much longer than 78's. The entire setup including mini drip tip is about the same size as a T3. Now at least, mom appears more comfortable with the tiny size that conceals that STUFF and, so far, no more comments from her.

I don't dare move up to anything bigger!

It's ok Joann I kept getting hit with the same stuff too. Lately it's been the FDA stuff in the news. When am I gonna stop that stuff, etc. At least I have ecf and my vaping coworker.
 

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It's ok Joann I kept getting hit with the same stuff too. Lately it's been the FDA stuff in the news. When am I gonna stop that stuff, etc. At least I have ecf and my vaping coworker.

I don't know what I would do without SI's Chit Chat thread. We encourage and support each other because it seems no one else understands or don't want to.
 
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im so upset atm....just don't know how to deal with this..ive tried to understand...my folks wishes...the family broke up in the late 90s...due to a murder in the family..which I wont get into..plus loosing my younger 2....years before...then my oldest sons mental illness, the pain was so bad we drifted apart for over 15 yrs...I mended bridges 2 yrs ago.with my olds...thanks to god my faith...I believe was the key..dad came down with leukemia a few years before...I came back on the seen...2yrs ago his blood count is stable...7mths ago...it not looking good...now mum rang me last week and xrays have shown a lump in his neck....test results not good..he needs a biopsy needle....now I want to go see him...I couldn't go down for fathers day.or see them for xmas new yrs....now I just told her I really need to see dad...but she flatly says no....shes so tied up with her mum...shes in a nursing home..and im so worried how there all coping....but mum is a hard nut....I don't know...I begged her....but still no....sorry to go on....but its driving me nuts
 

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Where does one find VG in Walmart - what dept? I would have never dreamed they would carry VG!!!!
It's usually by the band-aids. Little bottle, I think the brand is "Hummco."
If there's a Tractor Supply store near you, they sell PG for like $21/gallon.

I'm beginning to wonder if size matters when it comes to vaping around some family members who have never smoked and are not familiar with the ecig. When I started vaping, I had the Volt 65 and 78mm cig-a-likes with the black carts. They were so happy and curious about the vaping process and thrilled that I stopped smoking...

I moved up to the 650 X2 (BIG battery) and X2 clearo's... "What's that stuff in there?". That's when it started. Seeing the liquid made them uncomfortable, mostly my mom. Questions of why I needed something that big if my intention was to stop smoking. I started increasing my inventory of equipment and liquids, explaining that I'm getting away from anything resembling a cigarette and getting different flavors to get away from anything tasting like cigarettes. The more stuff I got the more mom worried. Now, even my husband has started the concerned looks but he hasn't said anything... yet. I'm glad no one notices the difference with the ego twists because they look exactly like X2's. Then the infamous T3's make an appearance! Gigantic that holds ALL that STUFF on a 1300 battery!!! I only use that and clearo's at home but I feel that I don't have anything to hide so if she comes over, then she sees my setups. I'm in my own house :censored: not her's!

I got a couple of mini ego batteries to take with me when I go to mom's house or other family functions. They are so tiny and cute and the battery life is much longer than 78's. The entire setup including mini drip tip is about the same size as a T3. Now at least, mom appears more comfortable with the tiny size that conceals that STUFF and, so far, no more comments from her.

I don't dare move up to anything bigger!
Maybe if you bling it up with rhinestones, dangly charms, skins, fingernail decals..., they'll think it's just a fun, pretty accessory! ;)
Not much you can do with that tip on the T3 though. It would've been nice if they could've put a cap on it that accepted regular 510 drip tips, like the Vivi Novas...
 

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im so upset atm....just don't know how to deal with this..ive tried to understand...my folks wishes...the family broke up in the late 90s...due to a murder in the family..which I wont get into..plus loosing my younger 2....years before...then my oldest sons mental illness, the pain was so bad we drifted apart for over 15 yrs...I mended bridges 2 yrs ago.with my olds...thanks to god my faith...I believe was the key..dad came down with leukemia a few years before...I came back on the seen...2yrs ago his blood count is stable...7mths ago...it not looking good...now mum rang me last week and xrays have shown a lump in his neck....test results not good..he needs a biopsy needle....now I want to go see him...I couldn't go down for fathers day.or see them for xmas new yrs....now I just told her I really need to see dad...but she flatly says no....shes so tied up with her mum...shes in a nursing home..and im so worried how there all coping....but mum is a hard nut....I don't know...I begged her....but still no....sorry to go on....but its driving me nuts

So sorry Deb. That does sounds like a lot to deal with. Why not go see your dad without letting your mom know about it. She did let you know about his recent condition. Hope everything works out about this. Maybe take a very close friend with you for this visit. Hugs for you Deb!
 

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I love road pictures!

You have an eye for light and you take some beautiful photos.

OK, here's another snowy (for Debra) road picture (for Lizzie).

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This is at the top of what they call the Backbone. It's the highest point between Seneca and Cayuga Lakes. It's a ridge that runs through the Finger Lakes National Forest, the only national forest in NY State. The others you may think of first, like the Adirondacks, are state forests. What happened in this area is that during the Depression, a lot of farmers went out of business, and the government bought up their land. Since then, it's gone back to forest, and you can find the remnants of old homesteads hidden in the woods. Some of the land is still pastures, and the government rents those out to local cattle farmers, and cattle graze on those pastures in summer. In fall, the cattle are rounded up and loaded into trucks to go off to the butcher or back to their farms or wherever. Many times, people on horseback do the rounding up, and I wanted to give it a try with Penny, but the time I got a chance, the horsemen weren't able to make it, so they had guys on ATVs who got the cattle galloping toward us, and Penny panicked. Not good, though she could have dumped me and run for home, and she stayed under reasonable control, which is one reason why I love her so much.

We have microclimates here, and the Backbone has a lot more snow than down by the lakes. The mild winter temperatures near the water and the steep slopes going down to the lakes are why this area is so good for growing grapes to make wine.
 
im so upset atm....just don't know how to deal with this..ive tried to understand...my folks wishes...the family broke up in the late 90s...due to a murder in the family..which I wont get into..plus loosing my younger 2....years before...then my oldest sons mental illness, the pain was so bad we drifted apart for over 15 yrs...I mended bridges 2 yrs ago.with my olds...thanks to god my faith...I believe was the key..dad came down with leukemia a few years before...I came back on the seen...2yrs ago his blood count is stable...7mths ago...it not looking good...now mum rang me last week and xrays have shown a lump in his neck....test results not good..he needs a biopsy needle....now I want to go see him...I couldn't go down for fathers day.or see them for xmas new yrs....now I just told her I really need to see dad...but she flatly says no....shes so tied up with her mum...shes in a nursing home..and im so worried how there all coping....but mum is a hard nut....I don't know...I begged her....but still no....sorry to go on....but its driving me nuts

Deb-steppin out on the proverbial limb.... (not smart enough to be quiet)
You have your reasons (honoring ur mom). I DO NOT wish to ADD to your anguish.
When all is said and done - dad is gone - which choice is going to leave YOU with the LEAST pain?
My dad's been gone nearly 25 years. The last visit was so different from the usual (foreshadowing?). It's the most treasured.
This is about you & dad now (if I read correctly). Mom will be the next bridge down the (proverbial) road. Hugs.

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OK, here's another snowy (for Debra) road picture (for Lizzie).

IMG_0060_zpsf6a82b49.jpeg


This is at the top of what they call the Backbone. It's the highest point between Seneca and Cayuga Lakes. It's a ridge that runs through the Finger Lakes National Forest, the only national forest in NY State. The others you may think of first, like the Adirondacks, are state forests. What happened in this area is that during the Depression, a lot of farmers went out of business, and the government bought up their land. Since then, it's gone back to forest, and you can find the remnants of old homesteads hidden in the woods. Some of the land is still pastures, and the government rents those out to local cattle farmers, and cattle graze on those pastures in summer. In fall, the cattle are rounded up and loaded into trucks to go off to the butcher or back to their farms or wherever. Many times, people on horseback do the rounding up, and I wanted to give it a try with Penny, but the time I got a chance, the horsemen weren't able to make it, so they had guys on ATVs who got the cattle galloping toward us, and Penny panicked. Not good, though she could have dumped me and run for home, and she stayed under reasonable control, which is one reason why I love her so much.

We have microclimates here, and the Backbone has a lot more snow than down by the lakes. The mild winter temperatures near the water and the steep slopes going down to the lakes are why this area is so good for growing grapes to make wine.
Gorgeous SandySu! Interesting history lesson as well!

kiko, I should have put the answer I've heard about the chicken in my post. The answer I've heard for "why did the chicken cross the road" was a simple one...... "to get to the other side."

LOL. Yup - that one too! ;-)

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Maybe if you bling it up with rhinestones, dangly charms, skins, fingernail decals..., they'll think it's just a fun, pretty accessory! ;)
Not much you can do with that tip on the T3 though. It would've been nice if they could've put a cap on it that accepted regular 510 drip tips, like the Vivi Novas...

You and the "girly thread" gave me some great ideas. I do love the bling! Starting with a black & gold beaded lanyard that I'm currently working on. Dangly charms... YES! Totally forgot about fingernail decals. Will have to check those out too.

Knowing my mom, she will think I've turned into an idol worshipper!! :laugh:
 

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I tried talking to her again.its no use...they have been joined at the hip...for 50 years...mum rules the roost always has....dad wont bite the hand that cares for him..that being mum....I couldn't get him on his own if I tried...her final statement is when me and your father feel we are ready and well enough...then and only then.so that's that...I told her when she needs me...she knows where I am..and ill be there asap..........im not beating myself up over it....im seeing my head doctor tomorrow....and download the whole lot on him...I feel sorry for him....but that's his job..thanks for your words im just abit numb atm.....
 
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