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@kazu Hugs to you.  Holding you close today.  
@atexsix Bruno, I am glad you trusted us enough to tell us how things were going and how you were feeling.   This is a hard time, but we will send you warm thoughts whenever you need them.

I am near Toledo killing time.  I’m going to a friend’s presentation in Detroit at 6:00 pm and I am way too early.

Rabbit, rabbit, white rabbit!

Good morning, everyone!

Breakfast with Tom today and then I hit the road towards home. The dinner sounds great.  
 

Wishing you all a wonderful day.

Good morning, everyone!

It is going to be a drizzly day in northeast Ohio.  Lots of visiting on the agenda today.  I hope all of you have a good day.

@RMLincoln Maureen, I am sorry to hear of the complications from Richard’s eye surgery.  I sure hope they are able to fix it easily.

@marshhawk Annie, my heart goes out to you and Chuck.  Holding you close.

@superoma Eva, my friend the gardener thinks your flower is a Wallflower.

Good morning everyone!

It is a warm and sunny day here in northeast Ohio.  Yesterday I had breakfast with friends in Columbus, lunch with former neighbors in Kent, and dinner with a former colleague in Hudson.  Today I am going up to Bedford for lunch with a friend.  
 

Wishing you all a wonderful day.

Good morning, everyone!

It is a balmy 62F here in Columbus, heading to 82F.  I’m having breakfast with a friend and then driving up to the Akron area.  Visiting with old neighbors this afternoon and dinner with a former colleague tonight.

Wishing you all a wonderful day!

Good evening, everyone!

It was a beautiful day here in Columbus, Ohio.  Our conference went very well and all presenters were fantastic.  I have not had any issues logging into CC, but to be honest, this is the first time I've been able to try today.  

I hope you are all well and wish you a great evening.

Thank you, thank you, thank you to all for the birthday wishes and safe travel wishes.  I made it to Columbus mid afternoon.  Alice and I had a nice dinner at the Columbus Fish Market.  
 

You guys sure know how to make someone feel special!

Good morning, everyone!  

It is a chilly start to the day here in mid-Michigan.  I am almost all packed except for last minute items.  I plan to be out of here in the next hour.  

Thank you for all the wishes for a safe trip and for the birthday wishes.  All are greatly appreciated!  

@grapau27 Graham and @Quartzsite Cruiser Lenda, thanks for the well wishes for tomorrow's trip.  I'm sure it will all go well.  

I am almost all packed.  I have a few things to pack tomorrow morning and I'll be ready to go.  

@Haljo1935 I hate laundromats.  Sorry to hear about the problems with the washer.

@RMLincoln Great news that your DH was able to help with the driving.  I'm sure he is elated.  My condolences on the passing of your SIL.  I hope your DB and family can heal and be sustained by their memories.  I hope your relationship with your DB strengthens.

I'm almost packed for the trip to Ohio.  I plan to be up and on the road early tomorrow as I want to get into Columbus early before traffic gets too bad.  

Good morning!

It is a really chilly start to the day at 26F here in mid-Michigan.  It will get up to the mid 50s with abundant sunshine.  I have a luncheon with former high school classmates today.  That is followed by a haircut with a new stylist.  I have not been happy with the old one.  It was just not a good fit.  

@ger_77 Happy Birthday to Maurice!

Today's meal sounds delightful.  Anything that is garlicky gets my attention.  This one is low carb and makes for a great healthy meal. And super easy to make as well!   https://www.eatingwell.com/recipe/7919492/one-pot-garlicky-shrimp-broccoli/

This next one is very similar but does have a few differences.  https://cleanfoodcrush.com/easy-shrimp-garlicky-broccoli-skillet/

This last recipe is quite a bit different.  There is a sauce that has honey, soy sauce and ginger in it.  https://thesaltymarshmallow.com/garlic-shrimp-and-broccoli/

I think I'm sticking with #1.  

Wishing you all a wonderful day!

2 hours ago, Cruzin Terri said:

I have had a horrible day.  Last Thursday I made a call to the Doctor to ask for some help since DH was having anxiety issues about going on the trip.  i also sent a message through the portal.  There was no response.  I again made another call and no response.

Then last evening at 5:40 there was a call from the pharmacy to pick up some meds.  I didn’t know if it was for DH or me.  Well it was anti-anxiety meds for him.  No phone call, nada.  Too little too late.  

I am livid.  If the response had been timely, we might be on our way to Rome.  Instead i am just so angry at the way things turned out and not let DH feel he is to blame.

 

I have cancelled everything and maybe I jumped the gun by doing it so quickly.

Thanks for letting me vent.

Terri

As @Quartzsite Cruiser Lenda said, you made the best decision with the information you had at the time.  Even if the doctor had called back and discussed the anti-anxiety meds with you, it is probably better that you not go so far away as you don't know how Jim will react to the meds. Will they help him?  Will he have any side effects?   I know it is hard, but like you decided at the time, it is for the best.   

@Haljo1935 So how do you get the anti theft to turn off?  I looked up the incident at your local high school.  One injured, one in custody.  So senseless.  

Good morning, everyone!

Quite a bit cooler today with highs only in the mid 50s.  But, we will have a lot of sunshine and that makes up for the cool temps in my book. I'm going to hit the gym and then pull out the suitcase and start packing for my trip to Ohio.  I'm looking forward to seeing old friends.  Nothing else on the agenda for today.  

I am thrilled with the news from @JazzyV and @RMLincoln.  Now, I'm pulling for a trifecta with @ger_77's DH.  Let's do it!

Today's meal sounds like a good one, although I could easily forego the salmon patties for a nice slab of salmon.  I might also add in some romaine or other lettuce to the arugula.  https://www.eatingwell.com/recipe/280003/easy-salmon-cakes-with-arugula-salad/

They look so good!  And so do these:  https://www.tippsinthekitch.com/salmon-cakes-with-arugula-salad/

The yogurt sauce for these salmon patties sounds good.  https://www.self.com/recipe/barton-seaver-salmon-cakes-arugula-salad

Wishing you all a wonderful day!

5 hours ago, 0106 said:

What type of boat was used?

 

I am happy to hear all the positive medical updates!

It was a Zodiac.  The concession was run by Captain Jack or something like that.  The boat ride was an experience in itself as you had to hang on to the ropes on the side. You sat on the side of the Zodiac as there were no seats.  

5 hours ago, RMLincoln said:

I am tired. DH had 2 slices of pizza (that we brought with us) and is resting. I’m so glad we got through this procedure. It all happened!  What a gift!  Tomorrow we do the day-1 check, remove patch, restart meds. Keep moving forward. 
 

Thrilled for Vanessa @JazzyV!  Amazing right?  Fantastic news. Let the healing begin!  🎆
 

Thanks @bennybear for the beautiful pictures. Ahhh. It’s good for the soul!  
 

I think I’ll take the rest of the day off… 

m—

Thank you for the great news.  I'm thrilled all went so well.

Let's keep the good news coming.  @ger_77 Maurice is next!

@0106 Tina, Sue and I did the snorkeling tour through the ship.  It was a small group of about 12-14 people.  I'm not sure where we went, but the water was very warm.  I didn't want to get out, but the boat wanted to leave.  On the way to the snorkeling place we saw quite a few whales and they really put on a nice show for us.

@JazzyV

It is a joyous day!  I am glad you are doing so well.  We'll keep pulling for your complete pain free recovery!   

Good morning, everyone!

It is a gray day today with intermittent rain showers predicted.  All the better for those May flowers that will soon be here.  I will be so happy when the trees finish budding out.  Apparently, tree pollen is a big irritant to me.  I'm sure once the trees finish, the grass will take over. 

@RMLincoln Keeping you and DH in my thoughts today that all goes well.

@Haljo1935 Hoping all goes well with your procedure today.

@JazzyV I hope you are resting comfortably.  I'm glad BFF is with you.

I have a pedicure this morning and hope that is all I need to deal with.  Yesterday got busy with details for the conference I am attending on Saturday.  I left the position of State Director two years ago, but for some reason, I am in charge of the details of this conference.  Or at least it seems like I am.

Today's meal sounds tasty.  What makes it stand out is the scallion ginger sauce.  https://www.eatingwell.com/recipe/272931/sheet-pan-sesame-chicken-broccoli-with-scallion-ginger-sauce/

This one uses chicken that has been cut up into cubes.  It doesn't have a separate sauce, but does bring in the ginger along with a sweet chili sauce.  https://www.eatyourselfskinny.com/sheet-pan-sesame-chicken-and-veggies/

Here is one more variation that uses just broccoli as the vegetable.  https://www.punchfork.com/recipe/Sesame-Chicken-and-Broccoli-Sheet-Pan-Meal-Kalyns-Kitchen

Wishing you all a wonderful day!

@marshhawk

@cunnorl

2 minutes ago, shadow 123 said:

How do you capture the handle that way. When you mention someone by the handle It appears in blue. How do you do that?

Start by typing the @ symbol.  Then you start typing the handle.  @sha......   a list of screen names comes up and you can choose the one you want from the list.  When you click on the name of choice in the list, you get the blue bubble.  @shadow 123.

2 hours ago, shadow 123 said:

In 2017 I went on the 38 day Voyage of the Viking and spent some time in Iceland. Then last year I did the 25 day cruise to Iceland. I enjoyed it.. I just enjoy  cruising.  I love the crew on the Holland America line  .Just great... But Honestly I don't think I'd go back to Iceland again.

I had been to Iceland before as well, but really liked the number of ports.  I wish Reykjavic had been an overnight.  We enjoy cruising, but also love the nature ports.  

1 hour ago, JazzyV said:

Quick note. I survived. Thanks for the prayers and good wishes. Longer and more difficult procedure. Just getting home. More tomorrow. 

I'm glad you are home.  Thanks for letting  us know.  We'll keep sending you healing thoughts.  Be well and don't do too much!

2 hours ago, maryandmarge said:

 

Hi Debbie  - Hope you and Sue are both doing well.   Funny you said you would do Iceland again - Marge and I have said the same thing since we were on that cruise with you.     Funny thing is - Holland had their 1 day deposit sale of $1 this week and we went ahead and booked the 25 day cruise to Iceland on the Volendam 7/12/25.    Now we have something great to look forward to.    Say Hi to Sue.  Take care!
Maryell 

Great to hear from you!   I wish we could swing that cruise in 2025, but we are doing South America/Antarctica in January and then Spain and a TA in November.  I think that will use up our ink supply for the money printing press in the basement.  Hi to Marge and take care!

6 minutes ago, shadow 123 said:

 Thank you Deb. I was wondering did you enjoy your cruise last year to Iceland? The 25 day cruise. I was on that as well.

We loved it.  We both said we'd do it again.  How about you?

1 hour ago, VMax1700 said:

We rarely do the MDR, but there have been some unusual puds in Lido.  What I don't like to see is the unnecessary extra dusting of icing sugar on the puddings. It is a recent phenomenon that I don't  appreciate. Hard enough to keep the daily calorie count down without adding unnecessary sugar.

I am totally with you on the added sugar issue.  I mention it on every evaluation.  They put sugar in a lot of stuff that would be fine without it.