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

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NAOW · Vette's SS

Maybe it's the cake. Is there another recipe you could try?

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

I just think the Sprite thing is not for me. It came out okay but it's not like normal. I think it tastes TOO sweet. DH loved the flat one and also liked the new one. The new one is fluffy but not as fluffy as when I do a normal cake. It doesn't look or taste bad at all. I think I just prefer it the original way.

Dona Worry Be Happy · Vette's SS!!

I want cake.
But not a super sweet one.

lilyofcourse · My spirit animal is a pink flamingo.

Sorry it didnt work out for you. Don't know why it didn't do right. Strange.

Morning all. Boys at school. C is still asleep and I am about to head back to bed myself. Not feeling so hot today.

Mom got a call at 4 this morning, mawmaw, her mother, is sick. This is the wife of my pawpaw that died this last year. She is 84 and has health issues. Prayers for her are deeply appreciated.

I am trying to think of a cake that is not too sweet.

I have a super chocolate cake recipe that isn't terribly sweet. If you want I can give you that recipe.

flan327 · Itty bitty's Grammy

Decided to have another Coke cherry zero.

Now I need a shower.

flan

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

flan327 wrote:
Decided to have another Coke cherry zero.

Now I need a shower.

flan

You are supposed to drink them - not pour them on your body.

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

lilyofcourse wrote:
Sorry it didnt work out for you. Don't know why it didn't do right. Strange.

Morning all. Boys at school. C is still asleep and I am about to head back to bed myself. Not feeling so hot today.

Mom got a call at 4 this morning, mawmaw, her mother, is sick. This is the wife of my pawpaw that died this last year. She is 84 and has health issues. Prayers for her are deeply appreciated.

I am trying to think of a cake that is not too sweet.

I have a super chocolate cake recipe that isn't terribly sweet. If you want I can give you that recipe.

I think the altitude between the two locations could have some effect.

just Czech · Give Me Grand's!

Good morning.
It's a Tuesday all right..

flan327 · Itty bitty's Grammy

Lawyerlady wrote:
flan327 wrote:
Decided to have another Coke cherry zero.

Now I need a shower.

flan
You are supposed to drink them - not pour them on your body.

I realized how that sounded after I hit "submit post."

I am trying to get motivated to go to work at noon.

flan

Lexxy · My dog name is Sasha, too!

Morning everyone. The three day weekend was good but seemed to fly by.

I am annoyed at my vet. They did not approve my internet purchase of RX food. They said they hadn't seen him in over a year & he needed another appointment before they would approve the food. But they sell it to me regularly. I wouldn't even need to order online if they had it in stock. Grr. I was so mad earlier I decided to switch vets. I doubt I will but I'm still very annoyed.

Fort Worth Mom · Mod/Penguin lover/Princess!

Lexxy wrote:
Morning everyone. The three day weekend was good but seemed to fly by.

I am annoyed at my vet. They did not approve my internet purchase of RX food. They said they hadn't seen him in over a year & he needed another appointment before they would approve the food. But they sell it to me regularly. I wouldn't even need to order online if they had it in stock. Grr. I was so mad earlier I decided to switch vets. I doubt I will but I'm still very annoyed.

I'd be annoyed, too, Lexxy. cry

TrudyML · Guru

I'd be annoyed at that too.

ed11563 · Guru

Lexxy wrote:
Morning everyone. The three day weekend was good but seemed to fly by.

I am annoyed at my vet. They did not approve my internet purchase of RX food. They said they hadn't seen him in over a year & he needed another appointment before they would approve the food. But they sell it to me regularly. I wouldn't even need to order online if they had it in stock. Grr. I was so mad earlier I decided to switch vets. I doubt I will but I'm still very annoyed.

Why do you need their permission?

It's FOOD. What's so special about it? Does it require a prescription because it's got some controlled drug in it?

Lexxy · My dog name is Sasha, too!

ed11563 wrote:
Lexxy wrote:
Morning everyone. The three day weekend was good but seemed to fly by.

I am annoyed at my vet. They did not approve my internet purchase of RX food. They said they hadn't seen him in over a year & he needed another appointment before they would approve the food. But they sell it to me regularly. I wouldn't even need to order online if they had it in stock. Grr. I was so mad earlier I decided to switch vets. I doubt I will but I'm still very annoyed.
Why do you need their permission?
It's FOOD. What's so special about it? Does it require a prescription because it's got some controlled drug in it?

It is a veterinary diet to control bladder stones. But it is the maintenance formula so I don't understand why they wouldn't approve it. The vet who prescribed it said it was ok to feed to all my cats not just the one with stones.

Mellow Momma · Sniff...sniff, sniff. Yay! A Bum!

ed11563 wrote:
Lexxy wrote:
Morning everyone. The three day weekend was good but seemed to fly by.

I am annoyed at my vet. They did not approve my internet purchase of RX food. They said they hadn't seen him in over a year & he needed another appointment before they would approve the food. But they sell it to me regularly. I wouldn't even need to order online if they had it in stock. Grr. I was so mad earlier I decided to switch vets. I doubt I will but I'm still very annoyed.
Why do you need their permission?
It's FOOD. What's so special about it? Does it require a prescription because it's got some controlled drug in it?

I think they just want your $$ for the office visit. That is sad.

Honeys_Mom · Mod & Permanent Board Sweetheart

Mellow Momma wrote:
ed11563 wrote:
Lexxy wrote:
Morning everyone. The three day weekend was good but seemed to fly by.

I am annoyed at my vet. They did not approve my internet purchase of RX food. They said they hadn't seen him in over a year & he needed another appointment before they would approve the food. But they sell it to me regularly. I wouldn't even need to order online if they had it in stock. Grr. I was so mad earlier I decided to switch vets. I doubt I will but I'm still very annoyed.
Why do you need their permission?
It's FOOD. What's so special about it? Does it require a prescription because it's got some controlled drug in it?

I think they just want your $$ for the office visit. That is sad.

This. OR somtimes staff behave like robots without thinking for themselves.

Lexxy · My dog name is Sasha, too!

Update: after everyone agreed that they would also be annoyed I called my vet to see what their reasoning was. They said they managed to get a few smaller bags (I'm guessing from other vets as a courtesy) anyway they got an 8lb bag for me to hold me over. They have my name on a bigger bag when it comes in possibly as early as tomorrow. So I have enough food to get us through. I was happy to get the food & didn't bring up the denial of my internet order.

Blankie · Guru

Happy Tuesday everyone!

Glad it's just a 4-day week for me.

Going out for a lunchtime walk. Got to get back to the exercising every day thing. I've still got a paunch from the December onslaught of sweets.

lilyofcourse · My spirit animal is a pink flamingo.

I think would be looking around to find the food somewhere else. Sounds like a play for money.

I bet you could find the same thing for a whole lot less money every where else.

Mellow Momma · Sniff...sniff, sniff. Yay! A Bum!

Lexxy wrote:
Update: after everyone agreed that they would also be annoyed I called my vet to see what their reasoning was. They said they managed to get a few smaller bags (I'm guessing from other vets as a courtesy) anyway they got an 8lb bag for me to hold me over. They have my name on a bigger bag when it comes in possibly as early as tomorrow. So I have enough food to get us through. I was happy to get the food & didn't bring up the denial of my internet order.

Good for you!!! I am glad they were able to "find some" for you. Isn't it funny how that happens sometimes? Oh wait let Me actually look...yes we DO have it! Uh huh. Thanks.

I still say look for another vet. A bad office staff can really ruin a doctor. We left a dentist once because of the awful receptionist. I told him why we left in a letter as well. It was a bit awkward because his son went to school with DD, but we moved a year later so whatever.

Fort Worth Mom · Mod/Penguin lover/Princess!

Blankie wrote:
Happy Tuesday everyone!
Glad it's just a 4-day week for me.
Going out for a lunchtime walk. Got to get back to the exercising every day thing. I've still got a paunch from the December onslaught of sweets.

I just got back from my walk, Blankie.

Good for you for getting back in the habit! smile

tlc · Regular

I'm still sore from my walk Sunday. I took some Flexeril last night and I slept for about 12 hours, but I'm still sore. I have a dr. appointment this afternoon so I'm going to ask him if I can start back to the gym. I really need to build up my back muscles again.

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

Mellow Momma wrote:
Lexxy wrote:
Update: after everyone agreed that they would also be annoyed I called my vet to see what their reasoning was. They said they managed to get a few smaller bags (I'm guessing from other vets as a courtesy) anyway they got an 8lb bag for me to hold me over. They have my name on a bigger bag when it comes in possibly as early as tomorrow. So I have enough food to get us through. I was happy to get the food & didn't bring up the denial of my internet order.
Good for you!!! I am glad they were able to "find some" for you. Isn't it funny how that happens sometimes? Oh wait let Me actually look...yes we DO have it! Uh huh. Thanks.

I still say look for another vet. A bad office staff can really ruin a doctor. We left a dentist once because of the awful receptionist. I told him why we left in a letter as well. It was a bit awkward because his son went to school with DD, but we moved a year later so whatever.

If you do stay with this vet, next time you have an office visit - tell them you want a WRITTEN prescription for the food that won't expire for a year just in case they run out again. If they won't give you a written prescription, I defeinately dump them.

Fort Worth Mom · Mod/Penguin lover/Princess!

tlc wrote:
I'm still sore from my walk Sunday. I took some Flexeril last night and I slept for about 12 hours, but I'm still sore. I have a dr. appointment this afternoon so I'm going to ask him if I can start back to the gym. I really need to build up my back muscles again.

Good luck at the doctor, tlc. I hope you get the okay to go back to the gym. smile

ed11563 · Guru

Lexxy wrote:
ed11563 wrote:
Lexxy wrote:
Morning everyone. The three day weekend was good but seemed to fly by.

I am annoyed at my vet. They did not approve my internet purchase of RX food. They said they hadn't seen him in over a year & he needed another appointment before they would approve the food. But they sell it to me regularly. I wouldn't even need to order online if they had it in stock. Grr. I was so mad earlier I decided to switch vets. I doubt I will but I'm still very annoyed.
Why do you need their permission?
It's FOOD. What's so special about it? Does it require a prescription because it's got some controlled drug in it?

It is a veterinary diet to control bladder stones. But it is the maintenance formula so I don't understand why they wouldn't approve it. The vet who prescribed it said it was ok to feed to all my cats not just the one with stones.

Could you give us the name and details? I can't help thinking that it should be available from other sources.

Lexxy · My dog name is Sasha, too!

ed11563 wrote:
Lexxy wrote:
ed11563 wrote:
Lexxy wrote:
Morning everyone. The three day weekend was good but seemed to fly by.

I am annoyed at my vet. They did not approve my internet purchase of RX food. They said they hadn't seen him in over a year & he needed another appointment before they would approve the food. But they sell it to me regularly. I wouldn't even need to order online if they had it in stock. Grr. I was so mad earlier I decided to switch vets. I doubt I will but I'm still very annoyed.
Why do you need their permission?
It's FOOD. What's so special about it? Does it require a prescription because it's got some controlled drug in it?

It is a veterinary diet to control bladder stones. But it is the maintenance formula so I don't understand why they wouldn't approve it. The vet who prescribed it said it was ok to feed to all my cats not just the one with stones.
Could you give us the name and details? I can't help thinking that it should be available from other sources.

I did find it online but they required a current RX so they cancelled my order. I did get a smaller bag from my vet today. It is Hills Veterinary Diet C/D.

flan327 · Itty bitty's Grammy

Dinner is half of a Firehouse sub...Delish!!!

flan

Blankie · Guru

There was a shooting at a major Boston hospital today. Someone shot a cardiologist. Apparently the shooter committed suicide, and the doctor has life-threatening injuries. I'm a little nervous because I know some of the docs at this hospital because of work. I'm really hoping it's not one of them.

tlc · Regular

Just came back from the doctor and big surprise (not), I have a bladder infection. I feel fine, but I guess I was running a fever of 100 degrees, so they checked it , and I have an infection. On Levaquin for 10 days, then on a prophylactic antibiotic after that to prevent the minor infections. Otherwise, I was fine. Have to go back in a month.

I also finally got approved for my secondary insurance, and it will retro back to October, so all bills should be taken care of. Huge relief. I am also going to get a housekeeper a few hours a month which will help me tremendously, that goes along with it.

Southern_Belle · Nothing's Impossible

Oh my! I am going to put CNN on and see if they say anything.

voiceofreason · Guru

That's good news about your insurance tlc!

Southern_Belle · Nothing's Impossible

tlc wrote:
Just came back from the doctor and big surprise (not), I have a bladder infection. I feel fine, but I guess I was running a fever of 100 degrees, so they checked it , and I have an infection. On Levaquin for 10 days, then on a prophylactic antibiotic after that to prevent the minor infections. Otherwise, I was fine. Have to go back in a month.

I also finally got approved for my secondary insurance, and it will retro back to October, so all bills should be taken care of. Huge relief. I am also going to get a housekeeper a few hours a month which will help me tremendously, that goes along with it.

Gosh TLC, you can't win! Really glad the insurance is straightened out. I hope you feel better quick!

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

flan327 wrote:
Dinner is half of a Firehouse sub...Delish!!!

flan

I'm making chili!

Southern_Belle · Nothing's Impossible

flan327 wrote:
Dinner is half of a Firehouse sub...Delish!!!

flan

Bought a rotisserie chicken and I am making enchiladas with it.

Southern_Belle · Nothing's Impossible

I may do my taxes tonight.

Blankie · Guru

Southern_Belle wrote:
Oh my! I am going to put CNN on and see if they say anything.

I'd really like to know the name of the victim, I couldn't find it in any of the online reports. I really hope it's not one of the docs I know.

Southern_Belle · Nothing's Impossible

Orrrr make a stepping stone for dog's grave. Of course I won't be stepping on it.

Blankie · Guru

Blankie wrote:
Southern_Belle wrote:
Oh my! I am going to put CNN on and see if they say anything.
I'd really like to know the name of the victim, I couldn't find it in any of the online reports. I really hope it's not one of the docs I know.

The first report said victim was a cardiologist, now they are saying a male surgeon but not giving a name.

Mellow Momma · Sniff...sniff, sniff. Yay! A Bum!

Found out we have a meeting tomorrow which requires a whole bunch of pre-work that I don't have time to do tonight. Urgh! But there will be samples there tomorrow so...I guess I will go. Lol

Southern_Belle · Nothing's Impossible

Blankie wrote:
Blankie wrote:
Southern_Belle wrote:
Oh my! I am going to put CNN on and see if they say anything.
I'd really like to know the name of the victim, I couldn't find it in any of the online reports. I really hope it's not one of the docs I know.
The first report said victim was a cardiologist, now they are saying a male surgeon but not giving a name.

I found an article that said the family requested his name not be released. It's a big hospital, maybe you don't know him.

Southern_Belle · Nothing's Impossible

Mellow Momma wrote:
Found out we have a meeting tomorrow which requires a whole bunch of pre-work that I don't have time to do tonight. Urgh! But there will be samples there tomorrow so...I guess I will go. Lol

I hate meetings but love samples!

flan327 · Itty bitty's Grammy

Now I want the other half of the sub...but I will wait.

flan

Southern_Belle · Nothing's Impossible

I love firehouse. What kind did you get?

I know what to do_sometimes · Frozen Sucks!

Blankie wrote:
Southern_Belle wrote:
Oh my! I am going to put CNN on and see if they say anything.
I'd really like to know the name of the victim, I couldn't find it in any of the online reports. I really hope it's not one of the docs I know.

A doc from Wellseley, it all over the news. Seems like a stand up nice guy. His wife is also a doctor.

Blankie · Guru

Southern_Belle wrote:
Blankie wrote:
Blankie wrote:
Southern_Belle wrote:
Oh my! I am going to put CNN on and see if they say anything.
I'd really like to know the name of the victim, I couldn't find it in any of the online reports. I really hope it's not one of the docs I know.
The first report said victim was a cardiologist, now they are saying a male surgeon but not giving a name.
I found an article that said the family requested his name not be released. It's a big hospital, maybe you don't know him.

I believe their medical staff is over a thousand, chances are very good I don't know him.

I know what to do_sometimes · Frozen Sucks!

Shooter's mother died a month ago, they are trying to figure out if that was a factor.

Dr Michael Davidson

-- Edited by I know what to do_sometimes on Tuesday 20th of January 2015 06:00:44 PM

flan327 · Itty bitty's Grammy

Southern_Belle wrote:
I love firehouse. What kind did you get?

I think it's called the Engineer: tons of turkey, cheese, lettuce, mayo & mushrooms on whole wheat.

I keep thinking I'll try something else, but that is my favorite!

flan

Southern_Belle · Nothing's Impossible

I haven't had a bad sandwich from Firehouse. I've had several. The brisket is really yummy.

flan327 · Itty bitty's Grammy

Okay...time to go back to work!

flan