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lilyofcourse · My spirit animal is a pink flamingo.

RE: Snerdy Saturday

I know what to do_sometimes · Frozen Sucks!

Lily! That sucks. Get better and then go out again. Have a Bday redux.

Ok good call the furniture store I went to. Not only did they have the bedroom set we were looking for, they had a set discounted. They had just closed a retail outlet in a mall and this was one of the sets. Plus they had another set that will look nice in my spare room and boy the discount on that I just couldn't pass up. This is a store that has the Amish do the finishing work on their pieces. I spent no more for the two sets than I planned on spending on DD's. So now I decided I need to redo the flooring in those rooms. Good carpet is so expensive that I think I will do HW. Just need to have it priced out. i am soo excited.

Divine Geek · Guru

Butler won! In overtime! That team gives me palpitations. Now, I need to locate my credit card, I need to buy some shirts to take to Vegas to wear while I (hopefully) watch them on TV

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

I know what to do_sometimes wrote:
Lily! That sucks. Get better and then go out again. Have a Bday redux.

Ok good call the furniture store I went to. Not only did they have the bedroom set we were looking for, they had a set discounted. They had just closed a retail outlet in a mall and this was one of the sets. Plus they had another set that will look nice in my spare room and boy the discount on that I just couldn't pass up. This is a store that has the Amish do the finishing work on their pieces. I spent no more for the two sets than I planned on spending on DD's. So now I decided I need to redo the flooring in those rooms. Good carpet is so expensive that I think I will do HW. Just need to have it priced out. i am soo excited.

I am so jealous. We don't have any good furniture stores nearby. It's all junk. IKEA, or Ashley Furniture or build it yourself. I want furniture that will last like you said.

lilyofcourse · My spirit animal is a pink flamingo.

Good furniture is worth the cost.

So is good flooring.

I know what to do_sometimes · Frozen Sucks!

Mellow Momma wrote:
I know what to do_sometimes wrote:
Lily! That sucks. Get better and then go out again. Have a Bday redux.

Ok good call the furniture store I went to. Not only did they have the bedroom set we were looking for, they had a set discounted. They had just closed a retail outlet in a mall and this was one of the sets. Plus they had another set that will look nice in my spare room and boy the discount on that I just couldn't pass up. This is a store that has the Amish do the finishing work on their pieces. I spent no more for the two sets than I planned on spending on DD's. So now I decided I need to redo the flooring in those rooms. Good carpet is so expensive that I think I will do HW. Just need to have it priced out. i am soo excited.
I am so jealous. We don't have any good furniture stores nearby. It's all junk. IKEA, or Ashley Furniture or build it yourself. I want furniture that will last like you said.

Yeah well it's very telling that I had to drive into the backwoods of NH to this store. I have 4 of the largest furniture retailers within 2 miles on me, but quite frankly, it won't last. I grew up in the furniture industry and know what to look for on the quality. Thing is, really good furniture doesn't cost that much more than the junk you would get from the other's. So tomorrow is now all about getting the flooring ordered. Puts my laundry and 1/2 bath reno on hold, but oh well!

FNW · Guru

I think it depends. As for sofas and couches, I try not to spend too much because I like to replace them every 10 years or so anyway. I look mainly for something that isn't too oversized, which is hard to find. I hate big puffy sofas but I'm not into the 60's retro contemporary look either. Nor the queen anne look.

Most of my tables are inherited, so they were probably good quality since they have lasted. I did buy a coffee table, but didn't pay a whole lot for it because I wanted something we could put our feet up on and that I wouldn't have to worry about the boys' destroying.

weltschmerz · Guru

I desperately need a new couch, but can't buy one.
Sushi the Destroyer will have it looking like this in no time.

-- Edited by weltschmerz on Saturday 27th of February 2016 03:19:55 PM

flan327 · Itty bitty's Grammy

You are welcome to my couch. I hate it.

flan

Divine Geek · Guru

I just got a message from an unnamed source that said : "all I have to say is chip clips"

Lol

weltschmerz · Guru

flan327 wrote:
You are welcome to my couch. I hate it.

flan

I'll take it!

flan327 · Itty bitty's Grammy

weltschmerz wrote:
flan327 wrote:
You are welcome to my couch. I hate it.

flan
I'll take it!

Well, I've been wanting to come for a visit...

It's actually not that old. It was supposed to be a muted green. It looks like a sad grey to me. I like a couch with personality.

flan

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

FNW wrote:
I think it depends. As for sofas and couches, I try not to spend too much because I like to replace them every 10 years or so anyway. I look mainly for something that isn't too oversized, which is hard to find. I hate big puffy sofas but I'm not into the 60's retro contemporary look either. Nor the queen anne look.

Most of my tables are inherited, so they were probably good quality since they have lasted. I did buy a coffee table, but didn't pay a whole lot for it because I wanted something we could put our feet up on and that I wouldn't have to worry about the boys' destroying.

The only sane words my MIL ever spoke to me were "dont ever spend a lot of money on carpets or couches because you will hate them before they wear out. Then you will be stuck with something you hate".

Actually SHE was the only thing I was stuck with that I hated. But whatever.

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

Still waiting for the dog to pass the rest of that stupid toy...waiting...and waiting...

He isn't allowed to eat anything solid until he poops. But he won't poop until he eats something. Urgh.

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

MM, did I mention when Carlee ate the four slim jim wrappers the other day? DH called the vet and he said to let her eat but to monitor her for vomiting, pain, or the runs. He also said to watch for the wrappers. DH had to go out for days and follow her around and dig through her poop waiting for the wrappers to come out. They finally did.

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

Our vet said nothing solid until he passes it. I just don't see how he will pass it until he has to poop out something else! I gave him some rice, peas, and a few bits of chicken in some broth. Easy to digest. Mooooooove!!!! Lol

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

I got to see his X-rays. I was amazed at how unlike our intestines theirs are. They aren't neatly coiled in place. They are loosely thrown in there. Lots of room to get twisted. Looks like a plate of spaghetti just tossed in there.

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

Our vet said feed as normal and monitor. As with most small children what goes in must come out. All the wrappers came out. It was funny. Kind of. She's such a damn scavenger.

I know what to do_sometimes · Frozen Sucks!

FNW wrote:
I think it depends. As for sofas and couches, I try not to spend too much because I like to replace them every 10 years or so anyway. I look mainly for something that isn't too oversized, which is hard to find. I hate big puffy sofas but I'm not into the 60's retro contemporary look either. Nor the queen anne look.

Most of my tables are inherited, so they were probably good quality since they have lasted. I did buy a coffee table, but didn't pay a whole lot for it because I wanted something we could put our feet up on and that I wouldn't have to worry about the boys' destroying.

yep the sofa I bought a couple of years ago is not something I think will last but another 5 years because I have a dog. I purposely bought a sofa knowing it would be wrecked. In my finished basement I have a sectional I bought 20 years ago. I paid 3400 for it, very pricey. There is not one tear on it and the springs and cushions are like day one.

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

Nobody Just Nobody wrote:
Our vet said feed as normal and monitor. As with most small children what goes in must come out. All the wrappers came out. It was funny. Kind of. She's such a damn scavenger.

Terriers are such destroyers. He wrecks everything squishy he gets his hands on, including doggy beds. He has never touched our pillows or bedding, so he knows his place. But he is a ratter, so when he sees small and squishy he goes right into destroy mode. I know it's his prey drive and not his fault. We always watch him SO carefully around the toys. Yesterday we had a few things going on at once and I think he took advantage of the chaos.

He has slept on me all day. He didn't get a wink last night, he was so uncomfortable he couldn't even sit or lay down.

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

I just shopped online and found 7 sets of bath towels for $100. Wash cloths, hand towels, bath towels, and bath sheets -- 7 sets! College gear for DD. Better to buy it all year long than lay out all that money in the summer. She will have 2 sets for the locker room and then 5 sets for the dorm room.

If she doesn't come home from LA soon, I will be broke. Lol

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

Mellow Momma wrote:
Nobody Just Nobody wrote:
Our vet said feed as normal and monitor. As with most small children what goes in must come out. All the wrappers came out. It was funny. Kind of. She's such a damn scavenger.
Terriers are such destroyers. He wrecks everything squishy he gets his hands on, including doggy beds. He has never touched our pillows or bedding, so he knows his place. But he is a ratter, so when he sees small and squishy he goes right into destroy mode. I know it's his prey drive and not his fault. We always watch him SO carefully around the toys. Yesterday we had a few things going on at once and I think he took advantage of the chaos.
He has slept on me all day. He didn't get a wink last night, he was so uncomfortable he couldn't even sit or lay down.

DN just adopted a pup. She a puppy. About five months old. So she's chewing on everything. DN got her a bunch of stuffed toys. She ate them all. She brought Ava over and she fell in love with this ring, it looks just like a big teething ring, and a "tire". She chewed on those forever. I let DN take the ring home and she says that Ava loves cutting teeth on it. We left the tire thingy here for when she comes for a visit.

I know what to do_sometimes · Frozen Sucks!

Mellow Momma wrote:
I just shopped online and found 7 sets of bath towels for $100. Wash cloths, hand towels, bath towels, and bath sheets -- 7 sets! College gear for DD. Better to buy it all year long than lay out all that money in the summer. She will have 2 sets for the locker room and then 5 sets for the dorm room.

If she doesn't come home from LA soon, I will be broke. Lol

Yeah you will be spending a ton before college. That is a great deal though!

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

I thought so too! We have the towels done now. And some plastic bins and shelving like her sister used. She wants to wait and get the bedding last. I think I am going to start buying gift cards now so that in summer I can spend those. I will buy detergent, fem hygeine products, make up, etc when we get there, so I don't have to move it. This way I have the money set aside already. Besides the bedding and towels I can't remember what else is a big ticket item. She has a tv already and electronic stuff. I am just thinking dorm stuff.

-- Edited by Mellow Momma on Saturday 27th of February 2016 05:47:07 PM

weltschmerz · Guru

Lol! My kid such a softie! He doesn't like spiders. There was a spider in his car, so he knocked outside into the snow.
The poor thing flipped over on its back, curled up it's legs and started the arduous process of dying.
My son felt so bad, he scooped it up with a stick and put it back in his car. He couldn't bear to think of it suffering.
Looks like he has a new pet.

lilyofcourse · My spirit animal is a pink flamingo.

I'm awake again. For now.

That's a really good deal on the towels.

Can I ask where you found them?

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

Sigh, putting the big meal on the table and SS throws up everywhere...

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

lilyofcourse wrote:
I'm awake again. For now.

That's a really good deal on the towels.

Can I ask where you found them?

Target's website

10% off home goods and then another $25 off a sale over $125 and I had a $10 gift card, used my Redcard for 5% more off and free shipping. Already paid off the card online too.

I know what to do_sometimes · Frozen Sucks!

Nobody Just Nobody wrote:
Sigh, putting the big meal on the table and SS throws up everywhere...

Well that's a meal breaker. hmm

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

Nobody Just Nobody wrote:
Sigh, putting the big meal on the table and SS throws up everywhere...

Oh no!!! I hope he is ok and the rest of you don't get sick!

lilyofcourse · My spirit animal is a pink flamingo.

Mellow Momma wrote:
lilyofcourse wrote:
I'm awake again. For now.

That's a really good deal on the towels.

Can I ask where you found them?

Target's website
10% off home goods and then another $25 off a sale over $125 and I had a $10 gift card, used my Redcard for 5% more off and free shipping. Already paid off the card online too.

Thanks. Good deal.

lilyofcourse · My spirit animal is a pink flamingo.

Nobody Just Nobody wrote:
Sigh, putting the big meal on the table and SS throws up everywhere...

Awww.... poor guy.

I know what to do_sometimes · Frozen Sucks!

I see myself falling asleep on the sofa, going to bed early. Busy day! Hey is it really "turn your clocks ahead" tonight? Someone told me that but I hadn't heard that before.

Tangerine · Guru

I know what to do_sometimes wrote:
I see myself falling asleep on the sofa, going to bed early. Busy day! Hey is it really "turn your clocks ahead" tonight? Someone told me that but I hadn't heard that before.

Two more weeks until daylight savings time starts.

lilyofcourse · My spirit animal is a pink flamingo.

I know what to do_sometimes wrote:
I see myself falling asleep on the sofa, going to bed early. Busy day! Hey is it really "turn your clocks ahead" tonight? Someone told me that but I hadn't heard that before.

I'm going back to bed soon myself.

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

Thanks. Poor little guy. He was so excited and looking forward to all the new food. He got to eat some rice is all.

Divine Geek · Guru

I ended up not going out tonight. Something else came up to take up my time wink

chef · Guru

Looks like I'm in good company. Spent the morning in the ER after both ends exploding all night. My right side had started hurting yesterday so I thought maybe my appendix was going and figured I'd go to ER. Appendix is fine. They said I have a virus but aren't calling it the flu.

Lindley · Guru

NJN, I hope your SS feels better soon, poor little guy.

jlbear71 · Guru

Sending healing vibes to all you sick people who are staying far away from me.

chef · Guru

I can't complain too much. Last time I had a virus, it was THE flu and that was over 10 years ago. I have a pretty good immune system. Unless it's allergy-related. I get bad allergy attacks and they often turn into sinus infections.

lilyofcourse · My spirit animal is a pink flamingo.

chef wrote:
Looks like I'm in good company. Spent the morning in the ER after both ends exploding all night. My right side had started hurting yesterday so I thought maybe my appendix was going and figured I'd go to ER. Appendix is fine. They said I have a virus but aren't calling it the flu.

Glad it isn't your appendix.

Hope you feel better soon.

chef · Guru

lilyofcourse wrote:
chef wrote:
Looks like I'm in good company. Spent the morning in the ER after both ends exploding all night. My right side had started hurting yesterday so I thought maybe my appendix was going and figured I'd go to ER. Appendix is fine. They said I have a virus but aren't calling it the flu.
Glad it isn't your appendix.
Hope you feel better soon.

Thanks :)

I kind of wish it was my appendix because then I know getting it out will make me feel a whole lot better. With a virus, there's no telling when the scourge will shove off.

The silver lining is that by the time this goes away, I'll be 5-10 pounds lighter. I've eaten maybe 1/4 of a cup (the little pre-made ones) of Jello and that's it for today. I have zero appetite and zero want for food. My grandma also brought me chicken noodle soup but I'm not optimistic about any actually getting in me.

I know what to do_sometimes · Frozen Sucks!

Divine Geek wrote:
I ended up not going out tonight. Something else came up to take up my time

Whoa! What did we miss?

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

Make sure you keep hydrated chef.

chef · Guru

Nobody Just Nobody wrote:
Make sure you keep hydrated chef.

I am. Sipping water. The ER gave me IV fluids too. I could feel the difference once those got in me. It was nice not feeling so dehydrated.

weltschmerz · Guru

chef wrote:

Looks like I'm in good company. Spent the morning in the ER after both ends exploding all night. My right side had started hurting yesterday so I thought maybe my appendix was going and figured I'd go to ER. Appendix is fine. They said I have a virus but aren't calling it the flu.

I'm not following.

Of course they wouldn't call it the flu. It's not influenza. The flu only affects your respiratory system.

Maybe you mean "stomach flu"? No such thing, really. It's viral gastroenteritis.

Divine Geek · Guru

I know what to do_sometimes wrote:
Divine Geek wrote:
I ended up not going out tonight. Something else came up to take up my time
Whoa! What did we miss?

An unexpected, but welcome conversation.

on an unrelated note, my cousin just told us she's pregnant! My mom and dad when down to have dinner at his brother's house. My cousin called when they were there to tell them. My mom was very touched they made a special effort to tell them.

weltschmerz · Guru

chef wrote:
Nobody Just Nobody wrote:
Make sure you keep hydrated chef.
I am. Sipping water. The ER gave me IV fluids too. I could feel the difference once those got in me. It was nice not feeling so dehydrated.

Do you have any ginger ale or ginger tea? Ginger is great for that.

You could steep some fresh ginger in boiling water and add some honey. It helps with the nausea and vomiting.

lilyofcourse · My spirit animal is a pink flamingo.

weltschmerz wrote:
chef wrote:
Looks like I'm in good company. Spent the morning in the ER after both ends exploding all night. My right side had started hurting yesterday so I thought maybe my appendix was going and figured I'd go to ER. Appendix is fine. They said I have a virus but aren't calling it the flu.
I'm not following.
Of course they wouldn't call it the flu. It's not influenza. The flu only affects your respiratory system.
Maybe you mean "stomach flu"? No such thing, really. It's viral gastroenteritis.

I think every one of us knew what was being said.