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[Janet H]

We missed you and Janet, my condolences to the family.

I'm in a boring rut - too much work, achy knee, and aging kitty with health issues. I've been living vicariously through you guys and @Rat2chat2 (who by example keeps reminding me I need to get a life and get to the gym!).

Looking forward to spring. There's snow in our forecast is for 8-10" of heavy wet stuff on Tuesday. Yesterday was gorgeous, nearly 60 degrees, what a tease!

I'm looking to retire this year, but don't have a date set. I've been so busy I haven't been able to write up the requirements to replace me! There's a big difference between my job description when I was hired in 2006 and what I'm really doing. I'm a minority owner and want to ensure that the transition is good for the business too. Being responsible and in management is such a pain!

Best to all!

Oh my, just do it!! Pick a date or you'll never retire. I never thought I'd even want to do it, but once I made the decision I mentally started to disengage. Whenever I've left jobs, even though I was told I was invaluable, they filled in the gap just fine. If you can financially do it go for it. Haven't met anyone yet who said they were sorry.

We've had plenty of cold temps and only 2 snows with just a few inches. That's enough. These warm teaser days remind us that Spring is not far away! 1 month and 5 days to go!!

 

[rosesense]

@WhiteHighlights , I agree with Janet. I gave my job over a month's notice so they could hire someone and I could train them. The day I left, they hadn't even posted the job so either they didn't consider it an important position or more likely, they didn't want me to do the training.

Of course, your being an owner does make a difference in how you handle it.

 

[Rat2chat2]

What did I do this weekend? I ATE! Grrrr We went to eat seafood with my friends Friday night. We had Japanese Saturday and then there was a Chilli Cook Off yesterday and they had 13 people who entered the contest. OMgosh, I have never seen so much chilli. I only tried 5 because I knew I would get confused.

You will never believe which was my favorite and the one I went back and got a bowl of. Chicken Chilli! I had never had it. There were navy beans in it instead of Kidney beans but still had the chilli flavor. It was delicious.

I not be a biker chick yet but I am starting to look like one. I bought myself some Harley Davidson boots. I have never paid $97 dollars for a pair of shoes but they are well made and should last me the rest of my time here.

I was afraid they would not fit and I would have to send them back but the were comfy from the gitgo. YAY! The leather vest was too big and I did have to send it back. Oh well, at least I like my boots.

I am not interested in football but it ended up being a good game and I was glad to see it was so close. It did make it exciting. Ken made a bet with a man who left at halftime. Ken went ahead a paid him the $5 because he thought they would lose. Probably 80% of the bar was pulling for the 49er's. Lots of unhappy drinkers. But everyone had a good time.

So technically, it is Ken's fault for my weight gain. He should never take me to a buffet where I am there for hours and hours with me being will-power challenged.

Okay, I have had my coffee so I am going to get ready and hit the gym hard this morning. Hope y'all have a great day.

 

[Rat2chat2]

Janet, my condolences also. I know it is a comfort to you that you were able to be there for her. I felt the same way about my dad. I lost him a long time before he passed and I feel blessed that I was able to be there to the end. Hugs to you.

 

[Rat2chat2]

Where is everyone? Sure is quiet around here.

It was a rainy day today. Made myself get to the gym early before I talked myself out of it. So easy to do on a yucky day.

Ken is going to pick out a movie to watch which is fine with me. The news is so depressing. Sleep well every one.

 

[Nermal]

Where is everyone? Sure is quiet around here.

Well, you're right. I should post more, but really don't have much to say, generally

Today, I went to MVD to renew my handicap placards. One of the women there came up to the check-in to push all the buttons. I took a seat, and another woman came out and took my old placards, went behind the counter and did whatever, and brought them back and said the new ones would be mailed to me. Talk about being made to feel old.

 

[Rat2chat2]

Well, you're right. I should post more, but really don't have much to say, generally

Yes, you should. I think you are funny.

Talk about being made to feel old.

I would not think that at all. She was just offering good customer service. I love it when anyone helps me. Makes me feel special.

Betcha you got out of there quicker and that is always a win.

 

[Rat2chat2]

I was so tired, I went to bed before Ken last night. Slept a little better than usual.

I am still dreading my dental appointment and I will be glad when it is over. I am seeing the new dentist in the office. My dentist finally retired but several years ago he brought in a young man who served our country. I liked him a lot and I am sure I will like this one too. (until it is time to see how much I owe)

Y'all have a good day.

 

[FranC]

Good morning to the Young at Heart.

 

[DavidOck]

Morning, loungers.

Not a lot happening out west, well, in the north west. Still light rain, a little more snow high up, but not nearly enough.

 

[WhiteHighlights]

Happy Snow Day! We dodged a bullet. Yesterday's forecast said we'd get 8-10" of heavy wet stuff, today's reality is 1-3". As a bonus, the storm will be done during daylight hours making it easier to clear up the driveway. I'll take that.

I planned to work from home today so I'm comfy with feet up and cat on my lap watching the snow come down. This is my favorite kind of commute!

I told work I wanted to retire around the end of June. The trick is defining what is needed to replace me (might be 2 people with different skill sets, one part is easy/admin, the other requires more knowledge) and then finding and training them. So, I'm the hold up since I haven't written up the job description(s). If I get that done and we get lucky (wishful thinking), I could retire earlier but I'm not counting on that.

 

[FranC]

Happy Snow Day! We dodged a bullet. Yesterday's forecast said we'd get 8-10" of heavy wet stuff, today's reality is 1-3". As a bonus, the storm will be done during daylight hours making it easier to clear up the driveway. I'll take that.

I planned to work from home today so I'm comfy with feet up and cat on my lap watching the snow come down. This is my favorite kind of commute!

I told work I wanted to retire around the end of June. The trick is defining what is needed to replace me (might be 2 people with different skill sets, one part is easy/admin, the other requires more knowledge) and then finding and training them. So, I'm the hold up since I haven't written up the job description(s). If I get that done and we get lucky (wishful thinking), I could retire earlier but I'm not counting on that.

Good morning to you. We dodged a bullet also. Up here we're getting nothing.

 

[rosesense]

We are supposed to get a record high tomorrow of 64. Currently, 47 and sunny.

Good day to all, I have been up since 6. Almost finished the bedroom/closet clean out and took 8 boxes to donate.

 

[Janet H]

I was surprised to see 2" of snow when I got up this morning. By the time it was done we had about 5". By this afternoon it was 40 degrees and the sun came out so a lot of it has already melted. Temps will be dropping to 30 tonight so I'm very glad we don't have to go anywhere.

This afternoon there were 2 blue birds on the back deck so maybe that stupid groundhog was right and we'll have an early Spring!

 

[Janet H]

@rosesense Good for you for getting that closet cleaned out, but in a couple months you'll be able to go through it again and probably find more stuff to get rid of. My sister had a plan that seemed to work. Whenever you bring in something new for the closet you have to get rid of at least as many pieces.

 

[Rat2chat2]

Well, y'all just keep all that snow to yourself. I am ready for Spring.

Went to the gym, Sam's to pick up thyroid meds, Walmart to return pants that were too big, then came home and got ready for the dentist.

They worked on me for 2 1/2 hours. It ended up that I only needed one crown (Yay) and she said she could fix the other tooth without doing a crown. This is the first time I have seen her and I did like her. It was still upsetting because I had to pay $2,256 for today's visit. I go back in a couple of weeks to get the permanent crown if I am back from TN. She said it would be fine to cancel that appt. and just call when I get back. I sure hope the temp stays on during my travels. I will try to be careful of what I eat.

When I was at Sam's I picked up a rotisserie chicken. Made chicken and dumplings but added a bunch of veggies to it and broccoli so I am not sure what you would call it. I called it delicious.

Made such a big pot that I took my aunt a big container of it and I still have 4 more to eat and freeze.

Okay, stick a fork in me cause I am done! Going to go read for a little bit and call it a day.

Hope everyone sleeps well too! And. . .

 

[DavidOck]

Morning, all.

so maybe that stupid groundhog was right and we'll have an early Spring!

Well, you are in his back yard, so maybe Then again, his accuracy is less than the Old Farmer's Almanac...

A bit more rain in the guess, temps down so good for any more snow up high

 

[Janet H]

Good morning. 32 outside now, going to 34 and there's gusty winds making it feel a lot colder. Unfortunately we both have errands to run today so we'll have to go out. Ugh. Can't wait til Spring!!

I'm still dealing with my brother's estate, such as it is. Now I have to submit a 1040 for any taxes he might have to pay for his very small checking account for 2-1/2 months last year. No savings. Can't get that info on his banks website so I have to go to the bank. Hopefully they'll be able to tell me how to get a 1040 for him. Because his income was disability he hadn't submitted his income tax for most of his adult life. Every time I think we're done with this something else I have to do turns up. I'm not a happy camper this morning, but at least the sun is shining so it looks pretty outside.

 

[Rat2chat2]

It has been one of the nicest Valentine's that I can remember. Ken gave me a card and chocolate. He did a good job too. ​

Is that me or what?

Everybody knows my two favorite colors are hot pink and leopard print.

And he wrote the sweetest thing on the card himself. My ex never did that. Ken said he was glad I was in his life and he wished he had met me sooner so he could have loved me longer. I don't do serious very well so I read it and told him he should get a job at Hallmark.

I wanted to make sure he saw his card so when I went to the gym, I laid it on the toilet seat in his designated bathroom. He already knows I'm "special".


We went to Bonbon's for supper. Their Valentine's Day special was ribeye and shrimp. It was so good. The first time he did not get ribs.

I got full on mine and part of his salad so I had to bring home what I could not eat. We have supper for tomorrow. They even included a big o'l chocolate-covered strawberry with our meal. Yum.

Hope everyone had a wonderful Valentine's. I am going to have to rest for a bit now because I am so stuffed. Ken is napping on the couch.

 

[rosesense]

What a special day, @Rat2chat2 , I am so happy for you.