Christmas Countdown - 2013

[Meceka]

Good afternoon, MMC!

Busy day again today. Speaking of busy, Palmer had a busy night - she stuffed my shoes with jingle balls. The stinker!

Be MERRY!!!

 

[Ryan]

Good afternoon!!

How are you, my friends?

I am pretty well.

I accepted an offer & met with my new company this morning. I took the paperwork home, and am working on it now.

I have quite a bit of start up costs & fees, and a lot of learning to do. Excited & overwhelmed!!!

One day at a time!!

Adrian's birthday is tomorrow, and we have some friends coming to town to help him celebrate. Should be fun.

I stopped by Michael's and talked to a different associate, and she said that the Spooky Town village would be up by the end of the weekend. Yay =] maybe the other lady was talking about the Christmas village?

What are your weekend plans?

Hope you're all having a blessed day!!

xx


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Happy birthday to Adrian! Hope y'all have fun! And glad you found out good news about Spooky Town. I need to go to Michael's so I can see what this Spooky Town is all about. My son is a Halloween nut like I am, so he'll enjoy it!

 

[Ryan]

Okay, now for "The Rest of the Story" that I discovered in Reno regarding Carl:

Have you ever had the feeling that you were being watched? Sort of like the hairs on the back of your neck standing out? Well, when we went to our first meeting at the Reno Convention Center, I had that feeling. I looked around and didn't see anyone or anything suspicious. The feeling continued. I looked around again, and then finally looked up. There on a marquee was a picture of Carl, almost as if he were looking over my shoulder. The photo rotated throughout the day--no words, no explanation, just the picture.

When we got back to the hotel, there was a Reno magazine; and I read all about Carl and his double life. On page 20 of the Summer 2013 edition of the Reno/Tahoe magazine, there is a picture of Carl, his family, and his friends with the following information: "Virginia City Camel Races, September 6-September 8. Who would have thought that camels actually race? Come see for yourself in Virginia City where these amazing animals really do race across the desert sand! Take a ride yourself around the track for a small fee, or view the ostriches that also make an appearance. Make a day of it and experience everything this special town has to offer with great food and drink and specialty shops along Main Street. (Web Site) visitvirginiacitynv.com"

I did not see any mention of fired Twinkies so I am unsure what the "great food and drink" consists of. Maybe Carl uses the leftovers from the Pines. Someone needs to question Carl at the next Pines Day. I am wondering if Carl uses us as his guinea pigs on what to serve on "Race Day," or does he use the refreshments from Race Day to determine what to serve at the Pines. Pretty eerie!

Nothing surprises me any more with that crazy camel. First he's gone Hollywood, and now he's off to the races! I just hope he never gets "too good" for all us! :wink:

 

[Ryan]

My latest cake, done and delivered!

Looks great, Star! You are VERY talented!

 

[Ryan]

I will be going to Chico, so I plan to stop in at Michael's. I will definitely look for the Halloween and Christmas stuff. Another reason I have to Chico is to visit my friend in the hospital there. She was going out her back door to feed her cats Tuesday morning and misjudged the steps, fell, and shattered her hip. She had surgery yesterday and will be in the hospital at least until Saturday or Sunday. Then she will be transferred for six weeks to a rehab hospital. So sad--she has no insurance and works part time in the school cafeteria and part time tutoring. So for six weeks, she will be without pay. I told Hubby that we will have to help her when she gets home. I am going to pay her rent until she can go back to work so she doesn't stress herself out. I wish I could do more.

We have some problems in our church. It seems there is a small group of parishioners that do not like our new priest. They brought a lawsuit against him and want to replace him. There was a meeting Tuesday night and that (small) group were so mean and conniving that he ultimately "resigned." What a mistake. This small group somehow believes they will get an English-speaking priest that will kowtow to their every whim. So, so sad. There are not a lot of English-speaking priests in our Diocese. I don't know how this group expects to get a priest now. It remains to be seen what the ultimate repercussions will be. I have never seen anything like this!

That is so nice that you're helping your friend out! I hope she is back on her feet soon and I will pray for her.

I will also pray for your church. I've seen this happen so many times in churches within my denomination, and it is so sad. I'm not sure those who act like this realize how badly they hurt the Church as a whole!

Seems like I remember Jesus saying something like, "By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another" (John 13:35). And not once have I read about Him telling us to file lawsuits against each other and treat each other so horribly! :smile:

I hope things settle down at church soon, friend!

 

[made582]

Good afternoon, MMC!

Busy day again today. Speaking of busy, Palmer had a busy night - she stuffed my shoes with jingle balls. The stinker!

Be MERRY!!!

LOL!!! She didn't want you going anywhere!!!

 

[snowflake22]

Congratulations on the job!

A very Happy Birthday to Adrian!!!

I am working this weekend so it will be a busy one. I hope you are having a blessed day, too, snowflake! {{{HUGS}}}

Thanks, Meceka!!

Hope you have a nice weekend, friend!!

((Hugs))

Xo


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[snowflake22]

Good afternoon, MMC!

Busy day again today. Speaking of busy, Palmer had a busy night - she stuffed my shoes with jingle balls. The stinker!

Be MERRY!!!

Such a fun, mischievous little cutie!!



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[snowflake22]

Happy birthday to Adrian! Hope y'all have fun! And glad you found out good news about Spooky Town. I need to go to Michael's so I can see what this Spooky Town is all about. My son is a Halloween nut like I am, so he'll enjoy it!

Thanks, Ryan!!

Let me know what he thinks!! =]


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[Ryan]

Thanks, Ryan!!

Let me know what he thinks!! =]


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And congratulations on your new job! When do you start?

 

[Seawaters]

I guess Made and I will have to fly out for the birthday dinner, LOL!!! Good luck with your new job. When do you officially start?

Our church has always had an Irish priest, so the Irish members thought they were the "in group," I guess. The new priest was from Spain and the group did not like the changes he made. Yes, this was the priest that I posted the pictures of. Such a nice guy, and he tried so hard. I was going to be helping him on pronunciation, even though there were only minor areas he needed help in. The thing is that there are no Irish priests, but you cannot tell that group anything. I don't know what they will do if they get another priest that is not a fluent English speaker. Who are they going to blame then? I don't think they thought through all the repercussions at all. I heard that the meeting got really nasty, so I wonder how they will face the rest of us, especially if we cannot get a priest at all!!! Only the ones who wanted him gone were at the meeting. The rest of us went to the church and prayed while the meeting was going on in another building. Sad, sad, sad.

The dentist appointment went well, thank goodness. I go for a cleaning next week, and then I can get started on the Zometa with my oncologist.

I meant to ask, what will your working hours be? Who will babysit Harlowe?

I think I am going to take a short nap and be back later.

We are taking Adrian out to dinner! He wants me to pick a fun place, preferably w/ Golden Tee. So funny!

I finished my real estate course & passed my state exam, so I interviewed with a few brokers. They both offered me positions, so I just chose the company I will work with =)

Start up fees are for insurance, Realtor Association annual membership dues, new membership dues, MLS (multiple listing service) fee, laptop, key deposits, marketing, etc.

I will also need more professional clothes!

So sorry to hear about your friend in Chico. She is in my thoughts & prayers. Bless your heart for helping her in all the different ways that you are, I'm sure she appreciates in very much.

What's going on at your church is so unfortunate! I feel terrible for your priest. This is the one you shared photos of?
He is in my thoughts & prayers, too. Why did they feel the need to do such a thing?

Good luck at the dentist!!

And enjoy your dinner! Sounds delicious!!

xo




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[Seawaters]

Thanks, Ryan. I am so ashamed that this is happening. No church should be divided like that!

That is so nice that you're helping your friend out! I hope she is back on her feet soon and I will pray for her.

I will also pray for your church. I've seen this happen so many times in churches within my denomination, and it is so sad. I'm not sure those who act like this realize how badly they hurt the Church as a whole!

Seems like I remember Jesus saying something like, "By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another" (John 13:35). And not once have I read about Him telling us to file lawsuits against each other and treat each other so horribly! :smile:

I hope things settle down at church soon, friend!

 

[Seawaters]

This is so funny that I am laughing out loud!!! What a sweetheart!

Good afternoon, MMC!

Busy day again today. Speaking of busy, Palmer had a busy night - she stuffed my shoes with jingle balls. The stinker!

Be MERRY!!!

 

[made582]

I guess Made and I will have to fly out for the birthday dinner, LOL!!!

Yes!!!!!!!


Glad the dentist appointment went well!!!

 

[Ryan]

Thanks, Ryan. I am so ashamed that this is happening. No church should be divided like that!

You don't have any reason to be ashamed! Praying for your church! And you!

 

[Seawaters]

You know we all relate to your aunt and Bella. So many of us treat our furbabies the same way because we love them so much. Praying that your aunt does not re-live the incident so much and that Bella has a quick recovery.

Good evening!
I am trying to stay awake. My daughter and her friends took a ferry over to Ocean Beach and they should be getting back in a little while. I am waiting for her to call or text me to let me know if they need a ride.
My other two have friends over in the back yard and they should be wrapping it up soon. Its getting late and they can get kind of loud out there. I don't want to have any problems with my neighbors.
I spoke with my Aunt earlier, her dog Bella came home today. She has 25 staples in her from the surgery and it looks like she is going to have a long road ahead of her for recovery. Bella is like a baby to my Aunt, she has no problem nursing her back to health. But my Aunt is struggling, she was really traumatized by what happened. Every time she closes her eyes she relives the attack. I guess its going to take time. Its sad.
My car went in for an inspection and oil change today. The inspection expired in March, lol. We never noticed. Tomorrow my car is going in to be detailed, it really needs it.
I hope everyone is well and having a great evening!

 

[Seawaters]

Thanks, Ryan. All of you guys are the best!

You don't have any reason to be ashamed! Praying for your church! And you!

 

[snowflake22]

And congratulations on your new job! When do you start?

Thanks, I appreciate that!!

On Tuesday, I'll join in on the weekly meeting & meet the other agents. I have some classes near Minneapolis that I'll be taking to show me where to go from here, to get my business started.


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[Seawaters]

Beautiful!

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Yay!!!!!


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[HomemakinGirl]

Happy Birthday to Maggie!!!!!

That dog is cute! Thanks for sharing and happy birthday to that little sweetheart!

Afternoon all and happy birthday Maggie!

So cute!!! Happy Birthday to Maggie!

Just too darn cute! Happy birthday to that sweet baby!

Aww, such a sweetie & a beauty!!
Happy Birthday, Maggie!!

Xo

Happy Birthday to Maggie!

Thank you xo