Okay, I was going to send directions out to everyone last night, but I got sidetracked. I promise I'll do it slightly after noon when I'm avoiding my monthly staff meeting. Posts: 7954 | Registered: Mar 2004
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So . . . we're driving up to MN tonight. And we have to stop at the Harry & David's outlet in Medford to replace the jar of Hot&Smokey pepper relish that was the only thing that broke when Bob dropped the large bag of stuff that we also bought on our trip in December while we were at Harry & David's specifically to buy Hot&Smokey pepper relish.
And I think I'm only a few punches away from free truffles on my Harry & David's card.
So does anybody need anything? Moose Munch? Pears? Frozen Brie in Puff Pastry?
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We have made no food plans really... I did pick up some turkish delight and baklava for Saturday, to keep the theme going. Whatcha think?
Oh! And what about beverages? I have lemon ginger soda... think I'll need to go shopping tomorrow morning. (I took the whole day off work.)
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I've given this a lot of thought, and I've decided that I really can't afford to take a day off work right now. I'm still learning my new position, and still trying to get caught up in everything that's overdue, and the thought of taking a day off to get even MORE behind just terrifies me.
Also, my mental state right now is very much like it was right before KamaCon -- I'm EXHAUSTED. And I didn't have much fun at KamaCon because I was so exhausted, and couldn't even focus on anything because of it. I spent large parts of that weekend either sleeping or staring blankly into space. So what I really need right now is to sleep.
So unforunately I won't be able to make it. I'm really bummed, because I was looking forward to this and to seeing everyone again. I wish we were a bit closer, distance-wise, because I would so come if I could just drop by for a few hours, or even come overnight. It's the two nights plus taking off of work I can't do.
BUT! Vána has my phone number, so you're all free to call me at sometime. I'll actually answer the phone this weekend. I'll be out of the house on Saturday morning from about 9:30 to 1:00, but otherwise I'm free. Also, I have a henna kit at home, and I intend to do some henna on my own and post pictures.
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xnera, I'll miss you. I'm glad you are taking good care of yourself, though -- that's cool.
Vana, we might be able to squeeze 3 of us with our luggages into my one car. I -know- I couldn't do four and stay sane, but three might be feasible. Let's see what we can do once you get to Madison.
As noted on another thread, I'm going to be studying all weekend. But I'll still take frequent breaks. As for food, my guiltiest happy pleasure weekend diet is GrapeNuts and cranberry juice. Not together, just dry GrapeNuts. But I'll be bringing that with me. For meals, I have no dietary restrictions, but I'm in the post-cravings stage of my cycle, so I just won't be terribly hungry.
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I'm pretty sure I'm going to have to make my regrets as well. Sophie's been sick all week and I keep thinking that tomorrow she'll feel better, and surely by the weekend she'll feel better, but she's got a fever again today and was expectorating large very slimy dallops of phlegm according to the daycare today.
Okay, sorry, too much information.
Anyway, I'm really having a crisis of conscious on this one. I really really want to go this weekend and my mom is willing to take Sophie, but I just don't feel right. Especially since she was refusing the bottle today, too.
I'm going to whine and ponder a bit more before I make a final decision, but its looking like regrets right now.
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You have to make the best decision for you and yours, Christy. There will be other times. And Julie and I could make something special for you and Karen, both. I hope it works out well, whatever the choice.
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But its so HARD to have to make the best decision for me and mine!!
*whine*
We're off to be sure that Sophie's lungs really are still clear and I'm going to try to clear my head and give it some thought. Still, I'm bummed.
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There is nobody in a better position to know than you, sweetie. We could also wait until a little later in the day tomorrow before we leave. That might help you decide.
Sometimes recharging your batteries is huge. Sometimes other things are more huge.
*fingers crossed for inspiration for you
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I am horrified that I still haven't sent directions. I am sending them NOW to CT, because it sounds like she is the crux of the driving. Ryuko, ones to my house will be going to you immediately following.
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Okay, e-mails sent to both of you, to the addresses in your profiles. Please let me know if you need any clarifications. Posts: 7954 | Registered: Mar 2004
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Julie/Vana, give me a call -- we should delay this by an hour (have to take my cat to the vet for eye issues ). Haven't talked to Christy yet this morning. I'll send my phone # to you by email, but if you don't get it, just heads-up me here. Posts: 14017 | Registered: May 2000
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Hey one last note, all --I don't know if you were planning on bringing sleeping bags or anything, but no need. With just two or three coming, there is bed space for all. With the possible exception of me, but I'm perfectly happy on the couch. Bring your own pillow, of course, if it helps you sleep. Otherwise we're good.
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My test patch of henna came out way too light. I was suspicious of this brand anyway, so I'm gonna go ethnic grocercy hopping this morning. Hope your kitty's alright.
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I think he has hemophilus influenzae (if cats get that) -- just a little infection making his eye puffy. We'll probably end up with antibiotic drops.
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Okay, we're leaving! (Long story ... ) It's me and Vana against the world. Thelma and Louise.
Take-off is at 2pm CST. I'll keep the directions in hand. ElJay, I'm emailing you our cell phone #s.
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