TOTALLY GEEKED!

Ohfour · Hooker

RE: Christmas Eve Eve (a.k.a. The Tuesday Daily)

Lexxy · My dog name is Sasha, too!

Ohfour wrote:
Lexxy wrote:
Me too Oh4!! Now I just have to hit the liquor store & I'm set!
A couple of handles of Jack???

I leave the Jack to you. I'm picking up a couple of handles of vodka. If you ever come to visit I would definitely stock the Jack though.

Tignanello · My dog name is, Sasha!

Doing a quick-crochet scarf or three as hostess gifts for the 25th. Have been invited to a dinner at the family's house of a friend of mine's sister . . . won't know anyone except my friend, but it beats sitting at home.

Except for the fact that it is the 23rd and I don't have directions or anything . . . not sure if it was a real invitation or not....

flan327 · Itty bitty's Grammy

Lexxy wrote:
Ohfour wrote:
Lexxy wrote:
Me too Oh4!! Now I just have to hit the liquor store & I'm set!
A couple of handles of Jack???
I leave the Jack to you. I'm picking up a couple of handles of vodka. If you ever come to visit I would definitely stock the Jack though.

Lexxy, do you like any of the flavored vodkas?

flan

lilyofcourse · My spirit animal is a pink flamingo.

chef wrote:
lilyofcourse wrote:
Round one of the storms are over.

Would it be wrong to take a nap? This weather is perfect for sleeping.
Not wrong at all! Take a nap and enjoy it!

I did not take a nap. Instead we straightened up the house.

Now I don't feel so claustrophobic.

Lexxy · My dog name is Sasha, too!

flan327 wrote:
Lexxy wrote:
Ohfour wrote:
Lexxy wrote:
Me too Oh4!! Now I just have to hit the liquor store & I'm set!
A couple of handles of Jack???
I leave the Jack to you. I'm picking up a couple of handles of vodka. If you ever come to visit I would definitely stock the Jack though.
Lexxy, do you like any of the flavored vodkas?
flan

Yes I currently like Cherry but I add some plain to it because it is too sweet. My favorite used to be vanilla. I've cycled through a few of the fruit flavors. I tried whipped cream but it was so sweet it knocked the fillings out of my teeth. It is delicious in hot chocolate however. And Stoli makes an amazing chocolate raspberry that goes down so smoothly it could be dangerous. Things like frosted cake, root beer or sweet tea don't sound appealing to me so I've never bothered. Oh and Smirnoff makes light flavored vodkas called Sorbet that I have tried in sample bottles which were pretty good.

I know what to do_sometimes · Frozen Sucks!

NJN you are doing the right thing by not playing into DN's BS.

O-4 HAPPY ANNIVERSARY

Trudy, need some gas ex?

Going to dinner is a bit, DD's friend is coming. She said "but I'm family" she is, she is here all the time and one of the most laid back, greatest kid I know.

I know what to do_sometimes · Frozen Sucks!

Oh and Lily, let your bro sink or swim on his own.

flan327 · Itty bitty's Grammy

Lexxy wrote:
flan327 wrote:
Lexxy wrote:
Ohfour wrote:
Lexxy wrote:
Me too Oh4!! Now I just have to hit the liquor store & I'm set!
A couple of handles of Jack???
I leave the Jack to you. I'm picking up a couple of handles of vodka. If you ever come to visit I would definitely stock the Jack though.
Lexxy, do you like any of the flavored vodkas?
flan
Yes I currently like Cherry but I add some plain to it because it is too sweet. My favorite used to be vanilla. I've cycled through a few of the fruit flavors. I tried whipped cream but it was so sweet it knocked the fillings out of my teeth. It is delicious in hot chocolate however. And Stoli makes an amazing chocolate raspberry that goes down so smoothly it could be dangerous. Things like frosted cake, root beer or sweet tea don't sound appealing to me so I've never bothered. Oh and Smirnoff makes light flavored vodkas called Sorbet that I have tried in sample bottles which were pretty good.

The sweet ones sound nasty. If I'm drinking regular vodka, I prefer it mixed with cranberry juice on the rocks.

I may have to buy a bottle...or two...

flan

Lexxy · My dog name is Sasha, too!

I used to drink vodka crans or vodka cran & grapefruit. You might want to mix the flavored vodka with plain vodka if you don't like sweet. I mix them on the rocks with a little tonic.

flan327 · Itty bitty's Grammy

Lexxy wrote:
I used to drink vodka crans or vodka cran & grapefruit. You might want to mix the flavored vodka with plain vodka if you don't like sweet. I mix them on the rocks with a little tonic.

Pineapple juice is good too!

flan

Lexxy · My dog name is Sasha, too!

flan327 wrote:
Lexxy wrote:
I used to drink vodka crans or vodka cran & grapefruit. You might want to mix the flavored vodka with plain vodka if you don't like sweet. I mix them on the rocks with a little tonic.
Pineapple juice is good too!
flan

A little pineapple goes a long way. It is pretty sweet.

That reminds me of when we went to the fair in HS. We were using chunky pineapple juice as a mixer. Apparently someone spilled it in the back of my car & I thought one of my friends puked & didn't tell me. It was a sticky mess but at least it wasn't puke.

lilyofcourse · My spirit animal is a pink flamingo.

I know what to do_sometimes wrote:
Oh and Lily, let your bro sink or swim on his own.

I am being the good aunt and doing what I can. I don't want to be mean. To any of them.

But I am NOT going to feel bad because I can finally give my kids Christmas.

He has a stinkin Ph.D. It isn't like he doesn't have the earning potential.

I admit I have spent a lot of years trying to make up for things I have done in my past. But I also realize that I have paid my dues and it is time to stop being the black sheep.

I am still super excited for Christmas and cant wait till Christmas morning!

flan327 · Itty bitty's Grammy

Three more hours!

I'm actually doing work...imagine that! LOL

flan

Southern_Belle · Nothing's Impossible

Imagine that!

Nobody Just Nobody · Rib-it! Rrrib-it!

ALL PRESENTS WRAPPED!!

Now my in-laws want us to come for dinner. We are going to have to juggle times.

lilyofcourse · My spirit animal is a pink flamingo.

We slapped bows on everything except a very few I don't want out just yet. I think the shape will give away what they are.

lilyofcourse · My spirit animal is a pink flamingo.

How can a person talk so much and say so little....

Tinydancer · Guru

Who are you speaking of lily?

Divine Geek · Guru

At 2, My boss told us we could leave early. My work was done by noon. What time did I leave? Almost 5. Coworker had a bunch of work to get done, so I was nice and helped. I was looking forward to leaving early. Sigh.

Now I need to find something to eat and finish wrapping my dad's presents

voiceofreason · Guru

Mr.VoR will not be home today. Sad face.

lilyofcourse · My spirit animal is a pink flamingo.

Tinydancer wrote:
Who are you speaking of lily?

My nephew.

Talk, talk, talk.

I swear he has been talking for the last hour and didn't say anything.

But now he is eating and not talking.

I think there is a lesson in that. biggrin

Tinydancer · Guru

Divine Geek wrote:
At 2, My boss told us we could leave early. My work was done by noon. What time did I leave? Almost 5. Coworker had a bunch of work to get done, so I was nice and helped. I was looking forward to leaving early. Sigh.

Now I need to find something to eat and finish wrapping my dad's presents

This was very sweet of you DG. As much as you wanted to leave early you did the right thing. Hopefully Santa was watching and there's a new car in you driveway on Christmas morning...lol

flan327 · Itty bitty's Grammy

voiceofreason wrote:
Mr.VoR will not be home today. Sad face.

Tomorrow maybe?

flan

Lindley · Guru

I'm sor vor :( I know how excited you were to see him.

Tinydancer · Guru

lilyofcourse wrote:
Tinydancer wrote:
Who are you speaking of lily?
My nephew.
Talk, talk, talk.
I swear he has been talking for the last hour and didn't say anything.
But now he is eating and not talking.
I think there is a lesson in that.

Yes feeding someone causes at least a few minutes of quiet. Enjoy it while you can lily

voiceofreason · Guru

I hope so flannie. I really hope so.

flan327 · Itty bitty's Grammy

voiceofreason wrote:
I hope so flannie. I really hope so.

I'll keep my fingers crossed.

flan

voiceofreason · Guru

Thanks lindley. We signed up for this so I'll suck it up. I guess the good thing is, now I know I'm still quite capable of staying alive!

Tinydancer · Guru

Awww...I hope he's home to you soon VOR. Christmas is meant to be spent with those we love!

Southern_Belle · Nothing's Impossible

Sorry VoR.

just Czech · Give Me Grand's!

I sure hope Mr VoR makes it home tomorrow. I know how much you are looking forward to having him home for Christmas.

To the alcohol group, DH and I bought lots of wine, brandy and apple pie cream liqueur. Chillin' here. biggrin

Honeys_Mom · Mod & Permanent Board Sweetheart

just Czech wrote:
I sure hope Mr VoR makes it home tomorrow. I know how much you are looking forward to having him home for Christmas.

To the alcohol group, DH and I bought lots of wine, brandy and apple pie cream liqueur. Chillin' here.

That sounds yummy!!

I know what to do_sometimes · Frozen Sucks!

Let's all hope VOR gets her wish. I certainly do.

Divine Geek · Guru

I am finally making some dinner. I've been wrapping my parents' presents. Sometimes I wish I was a rude, selfish person. Life would go a lot smoother

voiceofreason · Guru

Well, it looks like Houston is getting my husband. I'll spend Christmas day with our friends and plaster a smile on my face whilst getting plastered. Maybe I'll have him for New Years? I cant really complain. He's promised me new furniture and a new house so....

Really though? I'd rather have him. I often have said I'd rather live under a bridge with him than live in a mansion without him.

voiceofreason · Guru

And thanks everyone for your support...it means the world to me!

ed11563 · Guru

Divine Geek wrote:
I am finally making some dinner. I've been wrapping my parents' presents. Sometimes I wish I was a rude, selfish person. Life would go a lot smoother

I don't think you'd like it very much. Rude, selfish people are pretty much angry all the time, since very few other people accord them the respect and accolades they know they deserve.

flan327 · Itty bitty's Grammy

voiceofreason wrote:
Well, it looks like Houston is getting my husband. I'll spend Christmas day with our friends and plaster a smile on my face whilst getting plastered. Maybe I'll have him for New Years? I cant really complain. He's promised me new furniture and a new house so....

Really though? I'd rather have him. I often have said I'd rather live under a bridge with him than live in a mansion without him.

Your love for him comes through every time you talk about him!

flan

voiceofreason · Guru

He kind of hangs the moon in my world flan. I sorta kinda like the old guy. Lol.

flan327 · Itty bitty's Grammy

voiceofreason wrote:
He kind of hangs the moon in my world flan. I sorta kinda like the old guy. Lol.

I sorta like my old guy too!

flan

just Czech · Give Me Grand's!

voiceofreason wrote:
He kind of hangs the moon in my world flan. I sorta kinda like the old guy. Lol.

I love how you are not afraid to write about your love for him. You are both very lucky.

I will be rooting for New Years Eve for you both.

just Czech · Give Me Grand's!

Honeys_Mom wrote:
just Czech wrote:
I sure hope Mr VoR makes it home tomorrow. I know how much you are looking forward to having him home for Christmas.

To the alcohol group, DH and I bought lots of wine, brandy and apple pie cream liqueur. Chillin' here.
That sounds yummy!!

It IS yummy!!!

Gosh, why did it take me so long to find this stuff?!

Nobody Just Nobody · Rib-it! Rrrib-it!

UPDATE: DH and I stood our ground with DN. We told her it was going to be how we planned it and if she didn't like it we would drop her gifts off tonight. She apparently talked it over with her b/f and his take on it was she was being a selfish bitch and needed to knock it off. So she sent us both text messages apologizing for her behavior and saying she wanted to be part of the family activities and that she would come over and eat "breakfast" with us. We thanked her. She asked us when we were going to Sam's next and could we bring her some laundry stuff. We had just gone so we brought her one of our soaps and softeners. (She usually pays us back but we gifted it to her this time.) I asked her to make some cookies for me in my Elf on the Shelf pan that I haven't had time to make. She readily agreed to it. When we got to her place she was disappointed that we already had the soap because she said she was looking forward to getting out of the house. We were going to go to the grocery store for a few last minute things so we took her with us. She needed sugar so we picked that up too. Meanwhile, my IL's had called and asked us to come to dinner on Saturday which was when we had planned on cooking a turkey dinner. So we pushed turkey dinner off to Sunday. Now DN and her b/f are going to be home on Sunday so they are going to be able to join us for turkey dinner and everyone is now happy as a clam.

I'm tired...

Lawyerlady · On the bright side...... Christmas is coming! (Mod)

I'm happy it has worked out, NJN. Sounds like Sparkly might be a keeper!

I'm glad today is over. I worked all day, marathon grocery shopped, made curry for Christmas Eve dinner, wrapped tons of gifts, partially cleaned the kitchen, deep-cleaned the litter boxes (emptied completely and scrubbed) and did some laundry. I'm beat.

Nobody Just Nobody · Rib-it! Rrrib-it!

I am familiar with this word tired LL.

NAOW · Vette's SS

Glad to hear it worked out NJN!

Nobody Just Nobody · Rib-it! Rrrib-it!

We were ready to throttle her but it's all good now.

Southern_Belle · Nothing's Impossible

Yay! Happy ending!

chef · Guru

I'm glad DN came to her senses!