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We actually had some sunshine and heat over the weekend! Bliss. It won't last but it was lovely. *sighs happily*

Hope you're all having a good start to the week and extra big hugs to Sara!

I'll grab an Earl Grey tea to get me going this morning.
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Don't know about you, but you talked me into going to the office (if I had one). I want a new computer too.



will be a nice to have but because of the work I do, I'll also be tied up for a day or so doing setup. My team just do a base install for me and then I load all the other tools I use.

I am drinking Duke of Earl. Earl Grey plus a vanilla cream.

Sonja did not have a cat. So why was this one making itself at home in her house?

Calico Cupid - Summer Love contest entry

The metal singer made Brenda an interesting offer, but was her interest in the music ... or him?

Heavy Cello Love

It's good to know the place is open 24/7. I'll put on some fresh coffee now.

We are gradually selling off items in the house that we no longer need or use. This morning a buyer is dropping by to pick up the rowing machine. Get that out of the house. In the past week, we sold a china cabinet, some Sony speakers, and a VCR.

Our handyman should begin work on the kitchen tomorrow. We shall see how that works. I've had good luck so far with workers around the house.

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This morning a buyer is dropping by to pick up the rowing machine. Get that out of the house.


We sold our treadmill and bought a rowing machine. In retrospect, probably should have stuck with the treadmill. Neither of us uses the rower much.

Time for afternoon tea. Kettle's on.

Sonja did not have a cat. So why was this one making itself at home in her house?

Calico Cupid - Summer Love contest entry

The metal singer made Brenda an interesting offer, but was her interest in the music ... or him?

Heavy Cello Love

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This morning a buyer is dropping by to pick up the rowing machine. Get that out of the house.


We sold our treadmill and bought a rowing machine. In retrospect, probably should have stuck with the treadmill. Neither of us uses the rower much.

Time for afternoon tea. Kettle's on.


Well, the rower is gone. But there is still a treadmill in the garage. My wife is planning to continue using it after she gets her operation to implant the spinal cord stimulator for pain management. I doubt it will be used for several weeks after the operation, until she is back to normal, or as close as she will ever get. Now we are waiting for buyers for several more items, mainly antique furniture.

Time for some afternoon tea, for sure.

hi peeps
A beautiful day here
Last minute prep for the funeral this weekend .
Ugh bus tickets and plane tickets are OMG expensive so gotta figure that out.
Once that is done gotta pack (yipee)
I think I might do a little writing today just to clear my head .
*peeks in the cookie jars * still in good shape . Fresh cookies tomorrow
*giving the adorable critters fresh cold water and treats *
I hope everyone is having a great day
Big hugs to everyone!
Stay safe and remember to say I love you to your loved ones

My Competition Story : πŸ’œ Milly's Adventure https://www.storiesspace.com/stories/childrens/millys-adventure-2

Sorry for your loss Sara.
Waiting for the handyman to call. We should be starting our kitchen project today. I've got the coffee perking now.

It's gonna be a scorcher today and for the next week. But, thank goodness for air conditioning.

hi peeps
A beautiful but crazy busy day. I forgot how much work goes into planning a trip
Gonna get to go home for my Moms funeral and I leave Thursday and will be back on Monday its gonna be nuts the next day or so.
Gotta get the place straighten up and get packed
Carry-on is packed got all my clothes laid out that I want to pack .
It's gonna be just a short trip but it's okay.
I made sugar cookies since they are so quick.
The cookie jars are empty so I filled them to the tippy top with stars and paw prints cookies
They are diabetic friendly too.
*giving the adorable mascots fresh water and treats *
Stay safe everyone!

My Competition Story : πŸ’œ Milly's Adventure https://www.storiesspace.com/stories/childrens/millys-adventure-2

Hey hey beautiful folks how is everyone doing today ..I hope you are having an amazing week thus far πŸ˜ƒ

Safe travels Sara πŸ˜ƒ *tight huggle* ..you got this sweet girl πŸ‘ One day at a time ..sending you healing prayers, strength and peace ..oh and of course comforting huggles with warm smiles

Yo Greenie πŸ˜‚πŸ˜ƒ yes you ..all the best with the start of your kitchen project ..how exciting ..fun times ahead

And Caesar ..*my new name for Mendalla ..cause I can ..enjoy your new computer

NZ got four confirm community transmitted cases yesterday, so Auckland is on level three lock down, with the rest of the country on level two. We knew it would happen, just not when πŸ˜ƒ ..and here we are.

The kettle is on ..anyone for a hot drink while I'm up ..making lunch ..but going to dunk some gingernut biscuits while waiting. Help yourself and join in πŸ˜‚πŸ˜ƒ promise I won't tell

Remember ..be kind ..be supportive ..stay safe! πŸ˜‚πŸ˜ƒ

Bring it in good folks ..we got this, if we all do our part

Take care out there and have a supadupa fantastic day πŸ˜‚πŸ˜ƒ

bfn
Fresh morning coffee. Tea drinkers are on their own but there is always hot water.

The workers will be here again today at around 10:00. Perhaps the countertop will be completed today.

Caesar was a chimpanzee. I don't know any gorillas from the new trilogy, but in the old series I'd be a General, either Ursus or Aldo.

Ontario had its lowest new cases since mid-March, which is good news but I'll need to see it being consistent before I'll start cheering. I mean, NZ was at 0 and still had a new outbreak so it ain't over 'til it's over as they say.

Made a pot of my Scottish breakfast tea which others are welcome to enjoy.

Sad trip to be making, Sara. Be careful and stay well. Pack some masks and hand sanitizer (we usually take the latter when we travel anyhow given the state of washrooms in some countries).

Sonja did not have a cat. So why was this one making itself at home in her house?

Calico Cupid - Summer Love contest entry

The metal singer made Brenda an interesting offer, but was her interest in the music ... or him?

Heavy Cello Love

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hi peeps
A beautiful but crazy busy day. I forgot how much work goes into planning a trip
Gonna get to go home for my Moms funeral and I leave Thursday and will be back on Monday its gonna be nuts the next day or so.
Gotta get the place straighten up and get packed
Carry-on is packed got all my clothes laid out that I want to pack .
It's gonna be just a short trip but it's okay.
I made sugar cookies since they are so quick.
The cookie jars are empty so I filled them to the tippy top with stars and paw prints cookies
They are diabetic friendly too.
*giving the adorable mascots fresh water and treats *
Stay safe everyone!



Hugs for you Sara! I hope whatever airline you are flying is as strict about social distancing and mask wearing as Delta. Be safe and know your friends are thinking about you!

Scott Classic, I will join you in some Scottish breakfast tea, thanks!

Overcast day here on the beach. It's funny how blue the water looks when the sun is shining, but a cloudy, overcast day makes the gulf appear green. I just saw a flash of lightning so I guess it's a stay indoors kinda day.

~Kat~

Jelly Belly and Summer Dog - 4th place Summer Love competition

As You Slip Away - 1st place Beyond the Veil competition poem

Memories of Mardi Gras (One Last Time) - 2nd-place Mardi Gras competition story:

The Dandy Lion & The Whiter Box - 2nd-place Writer's Block comp story

Focus On The Beauty - 3rd-place A Picture is Worth 1000 words comp story

Hi peeps
A beautiful day here crazy busy but almost ready to leave at zero dark thirty (3 am)
All that is left is to pack my suitcase everything else is taken care of.
It's gonna be an interesting trip haven't been home in a very long time. It's been forever since I flied so it could be an interesting experience at the airport.
It will be fun crashing at my uncle's place.
My sister place has wall to wall people.
*moves the cookies to the emergency cookie tins behind the counter and filling the cookie jars with fresh cookies *
In cookie Monster we have butterscotch marshmallow bar cookies, cappuccino royale, ginger snaps and blueberry coconut cookies
In Big bird we have pecan divines, oatmeal raisin cookies, butterscotch marshmallow bar cookies and lemon ginger cookies
*giving the adorable mascots fresh water and treats *

My Competition Story : πŸ’œ Milly's Adventure https://www.storiesspace.com/stories/childrens/millys-adventure-2

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Hi peeps
A beautiful day here crazy busy but almost ready to leave at zero dark thirty (3 am)
All that is left is to pack my suitcase everything else is taken care of.
It's gonna be an interesting trip haven't been home in a very long time. It's been forever since I flied so it could be an interesting experience at the airport.
It will be fun crashing at my uncle's place.
My sister place has wall to wall people.
*moves the cookies to the emergency cookie tins behind the counter and filling the cookie jars with fresh cookies *
In cookie Monster we have butterscotch marshmallow bar cookies, cappuccino royale, ginger snaps and blueberry coconut cookies
In Big bird we have pecan divines, oatmeal raisin cookies, butterscotch marshmallow bar cookies and lemon ginger cookies
*giving the adorable mascots fresh water and treats *


Have a safe flight, Sarah. Hope all goes well for you. You remain in my thoughts.



"Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it." George Santayana

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Hi peeps
A beautiful day here crazy busy but almost ready to leave at zero dark thirty (3 am)
All that is left is to pack my suitcase everything else is taken care of.
It's gonna be an interesting trip haven't been home in a very long time. It's been forever since I flied so it could be an interesting experience at the airport.
It will be fun crashing at my uncle's place.
My sister place has wall to wall people.
*moves the cookies to the emergency cookie tins behind the counter and filling the cookie jars with fresh cookies *
In cookie Monster we have butterscotch marshmallow bar cookies, cappuccino royale, ginger snaps and blueberry coconut cookies
In Big bird we have pecan divines, oatmeal raisin cookies, butterscotch marshmallow bar cookies and lemon ginger cookies
*giving the adorable mascots fresh water and treats *


Have a safe flight, Sarah. Hope all goes well for you. You remain in my thoughts.

Thank you Anna

My Competition Story : πŸ’œ Milly's Adventure https://www.storiesspace.com/stories/childrens/millys-adventure-2

* Ape mumbles unintelligably *

* Pulls gauze out *

Went to see the dentist and lost half a gram (or whatever a tooth that's half ceramic cap weighs). He got a bit over-enthusiastic with the freezing, too. My ear is still numb.

Sonja did not have a cat. So why was this one making itself at home in her house?

Calico Cupid - Summer Love contest entry

The metal singer made Brenda an interesting offer, but was her interest in the music ... or him?

Heavy Cello Love

..did anyone manage to record Caesar ..would have been an awesome tik tok fyp πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚πŸ˜ƒ ..just kidding

Hey hey SS familia

How's everyone doing ..how's your day going πŸ˜ƒ hope all is well.

It is Friday for me ..sitting here enjoying my cup of hot tea ..yummy πŸ˜‹ Dad's attending a funeral ..I am home with the working from home crew ..πŸ˜‚πŸ˜ƒ yay. That old man is too funny ..it is good to let him go do his own thing. Poor dad ..stuck with a cray cray daughter as a caregiver oh the joy of having me as a daughter πŸ˜ƒβ€ my heartbeat.

Anyhoo ..kettle is on ..tea or coffee ..help yourself to a hot/cold drink ..I shall make chocolate brownies and a banana cake later this arvo.

What to do until then indeed

..silence is golden..but my eyes still see ..silence is golden, golden ..but my eyes still see .. 🎢

We still have the one cluster in Auckland, with level three lock down ending at midnight tonight. I am thinking, government will extend it because of the new information on people contact 😷

I hope you are having a great day πŸ˜ƒ please take care ..stay safe. Wherever you may be ..whatever you may be doing ..know you are not alone πŸ˜ƒ

Remember ..be kind ..be supportive ..stay strong ..keep smiling πŸ˜‚πŸ˜ƒ
Bring it in for a Friday huggle

bfn with warm smiles πŸ˜ƒ
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* Ape mumbles unintelligably *

* Pulls gauze out *

Went to see the dentist and lost half a gram (or whatever a tooth that's half ceramic cap weighs). He got a bit over-enthusiastic with the freezing, too. My ear is still numb.



That is terrible, I've never heard of taking a tooth out through your ear. I bet that did hurt. Canada is very advanced in their dentistry.

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That is terrible, I've never heard of taking a tooth out through your ear. I bet that did hurt. Canada is very advanced in their dentistry.



Snort. If we are so advanced, why did he pump me with enough local to freeze half my face for one tooth? That took him all of 30 secs to pull (it was that loose).

Freezing is out, jaw aches. Surprise surprise. At least Mrs. Mendalla had something soft planned for dinner even before this (mapo tofu for those who know their Chinese food).

Sonja did not have a cat. So why was this one making itself at home in her house?

Calico Cupid - Summer Love contest entry

The metal singer made Brenda an interesting offer, but was her interest in the music ... or him?

Heavy Cello Love

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That is terrible, I've never heard of taking a tooth out through your ear. I bet that did hurt. Canada is very advanced in their dentistry.



Snort. If we are so advanced, why did he pump me with enough local to freeze half my face for one tooth? That took him all of 30 secs to pull (it was that loose).

Freezing is out, jaw aches. Surprise surprise. At least Mrs. Mendalla had something soft planned for dinner even before this (mapo tofu for those who know their Chinese food).


I am picturing taking a tooth our through your ear. It makes for a comical image.

I hope you're feeling better. I have had way too many issues with my teeth, gums, and jaw. I can empathize. Pretty sure my oral surgeon's new car was paid for by my procedures.

It's still hot and everyone is in some sort of mood. I've battled depression for years and it's often exacerbated by weather. Usually the excessive heat and humidity or the cold dark of winter.

I should have anticipated it this year, the weather combined with current circumstances and loss knocked me off my feet. Video visits with my doctor and medication changes hopefully will help.

I hope everyone is having a good week.

I managed to make some lemonade. I'll leave a pitcher and take some cookies with me.

Sara, the idea of having emergency cookie tins is fantastic, thank you.

Cheers Everyone!
Safe travels, Sara! Hugs you and to Gill too. Hope you get your meds tweaked and feel more on an even keel soon. And hugs to Elizabeth, just cos!

Scott, that sounds like dental overkill! Hope the achiness eases soon.

The weather is still gorgeous here and is meant to last for a few more days. Feels like I'm on holiday!

I'll grab a lemon and ginger tea and some of Sara's emergency cookies.
The water is heating up and the coffee is brewing. It is a nice Saturday morning. The countertops are installed along with the new sink and faucet. Monday the handy-man will be by to install the new lighting and do the finishing touches to the counter. The tiles are natural stone tile called Krystal Slate Storm. Here's what it looks like on Menard's site.

https://https://www.menards.com/main/flooring-rugs/tile-stone/porcelain-tile/mohawk-reg-krystal-slate-storm-12-x-12-porcelain-floor-and-wall-tile/ks201212hs1p6/p-1444428430841-c-6557.htm

We used a variation of the 12 x 12, the 12 x 24, and the 6 x 6 sizes.

It's exciting getting it done.

Nice. Not sure it would work in our kitchen without a total redo, but nice.

Mouth is fine but the gap is larger than I expected. However, if I compare to the same tooth on the opposite side, it probably is about right. Just seems like the gap feels bigger than tooth + gaps should. Getting insurance quotes on implants though it's not in a visible spot so I half wonder if it is worth the money.

I am doing a minor edit on Night of the Wind. Nothing major, just realized the quasi-Medieval town in it had the same name as the fictional modern city I use in many stories so decided to rename it now that I have a story in that modern setting on here. I had just kind of used the name (Eversham) as a placeholder when I originally came up with the fantasy story but never bothered to change it, even though I had already been using it in modern, "real world" stories for a while.

Sonja did not have a cat. So why was this one making itself at home in her house?

Calico Cupid - Summer Love contest entry

The metal singer made Brenda an interesting offer, but was her interest in the music ... or him?

Heavy Cello Love

Good morning everyone! Nice to catch up on all your news.

Looks like our week-long heatwave, with temperatures just over 20 or 70 degrees is over. It was lovely while it lasted!

I'll grab an Earl Grey tea and some of Sara's emergency cookies.
It's morning out here on the desert -- do you know where your muse went? ;)

My brand-spanking new computer is back complete with a new hard drive. Now to get everything rejiggered and then learn how to muck my way through the new and/or updated programs. Don't know what I did as a child to deserve all this but it must have been very interesting.

As for being depressed, these days that's what passes for 'normal' even if you haven't had a tooth pulled out through one of your ears.

Coffee and cookies are in my immediate future. Later.
Surely Cynthia and Bill have taken care of the coffee and tea situation already. I'll just test the brew and continue with my day.

I know Sara will check in soon to let us know how she is. But we will have to make do with the cookies we have on hand.

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It's morning out here on the desert -- do you know where your muse went? ;)


Mind caught the last bus to Albuquerque.


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My brand-spanking new computer is back complete with a new hard drive. Now to get everything rejiggered and then learn how to muck my way through the new and/or updated programs. Don't know what I did as a child to deserve all this but it must have been very interesting.


I feel that way about mobile devices sometimes. I was 12 or 13 when MS and Apple were incorporated so I kind of grew up with PCs and they are what I am familiar and comfortable with. While I've adapted pretty well to smartphones and tabs, my staff (all millennials) and my son can run rings around me on them. Let's just say I sometimes long for my old Blackberry Bold, still probably my favorite smartphone even after two Samsung Galaxies.

Speaking of electronics, I've been helping Mrs. M get set up on her new tablet (I'll use the old one as an e-reader now). Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite. Fairly nice model for the price (c. CDN$450 IIRC) with the latest version of Android already loaded.

Rainy and grey in London today (nice rhythm and rhyme scheme, eh). Good day to sit back with a tea and a book or TV show, I think.

Sonja did not have a cat. So why was this one making itself at home in her house?

Calico Cupid - Summer Love contest entry

The metal singer made Brenda an interesting offer, but was her interest in the music ... or him?

Heavy Cello Love

hi hi people
It's a beautiful day in Roanoke VA.
The trip is going good, the funeral was simple and beautiful on Friday. Saturday I spent the day with my sister and her kids and my daughter and her husband and my adorable grandson so it was a good day. Spending the with my uncle and his girlfriend so it's a quiet day here we are gonna do touristy things today.
Today I have sugar cookies for y'all shaped like stars and hearts
*peeks in the cookie jars and tins* holy cow there isn't a crumbs to be found.
*fills the cookie jars to the tippy top *
Hugs y'all stay safe
I'll be flying out bright and early tomorrow morning.

My Competition Story : πŸ’œ Milly's Adventure https://www.storiesspace.com/stories/childrens/millys-adventure-2

Good morning stories space folks. Time to watch the coffee brew, the water heat up.

Also having our kitchen completed today. Touch-up and the new lighting put in. Electrical work. I hate doing that for myself.

It's going to be lovely.