Knitting Tea Party, Friday 18th November, 2022

Fan said:

Thank you for the new week ladies very much appreciated.
just got home after foray to the gift store and couldn’t resist buying this hanging arrangement for the front door.
‘At present it’s inside but will move it on Christmas morning.
‘Also here is my latest and possibly last knitting for the store for awhile.
‘We left the store and went and had coffee and yummy cheesecake for morning tea. Tried a new place and it was really nice.
Wont need lunch for awhile after that large slice. View attachment 1267370 View attachment 1267371

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Bonnie7591 said:

DS said he called his insurance, he will be responsible for the deductible, $500, apparently gas tanks are really expensive. He said he will try to get the repair shop to at least cover the deductible but if they won’t, he will make sure to give them more than $500 in advertising.
we have a “ claims free” program, if you don’t have a claim for 5 years you get 20% off on the premiums & he will lose that as well, so an expensive thing.

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Strawberry4u said:

Yesterday, I had my pool therapy. I started back last week. Today I spent a good portion of the morning getting everything to do with my upcoming surgery set up. Yes, my surgeon for my shoulder is going to scrap and smooth out the arthritis he told me that it doesn't mean it won't come back and I have an extreme tear in my Rotar cuff he will have to repair and any other problems he comes up against. He knows I don't want a total shoulder replacement. I just don't have good luck with surgeries. My PT guy told me it is not an easy recovery it will take me 1 1/2 to 2 years to get over. That scares me I'll be 78 before I get over it, yikes. I have an appointment to see my provider Dec. 2nd. I'm suppose to have all my pre-op x-rays EKG and blood work that day. I do hope that happens but when it comes to the Base and how things get all Mucked up is the norm so we shall see. That is what is going on. Take care dear ones. Love to you all.

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Maatje said:

View attachment 1267496 the Christmas cactus is just loaded with blooms. So much fun to see such a nothing plant put on such a big show

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Fan said:

My story telling mind is on form again so here goes folks.
A Tomten feast for Christmas
I knew it was too much to ask theTomten to behave and I’m not wrong on that assumption.
I’ve had to employ the services of Gnome Patrol to investigate some rather pungent odours coming from yonder staircase where they’re all gathered for the holidays.
‘It turns out that overnight there has been some pre Christmas cooking going on.
‘Each lady Tomten has brought along a traditional or favourite dish for the festive season and to welcome newcomers Scarlett and Rufus Reddington.
‘They’re a side shoot of the agricultural garden gnome family.
‘All may seem innocent but on inquiry gnome patrol have discovered their true intentions.
‘They want to sample the strawberry liqueur and party party party, leaving none to be delivered across the street where the Reddingtons are headed.
As for the strong odours, Kristina has brought Lutefisk and Swedish meatballs. That is quite a heady aroma from the Lutefisk, not for delicate stomachs I feel.
‘Poppy has brought herb cookies and rhubarb icecream. Am quite suspicious of what she terms herb, as it smells rather like a certain ‘’weed’’ which is a worry.
‘Catriona has made clootie dump and cranachan, liberally bathed in whiskey. That is quite acceptable I think?
And finally from Clodagh we have plum pudding and roast pork, yum
This is just from the ladies, I am left wondering what the fellas have concealed in the secret cupboard under the staircase.
‘Oh my, it’s going to be a troubled 5 weeks until Christmas at this date I can see.
‘As for the dress changes, I’m not committing to anything just yet.

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Fan said:

Gasoline prices are very high here these figures are for 95 octane, My car takes 98 so even more expensive.
it’s over $100 to fill it, thankfully I only need to refill about once every month or so. View attachment 1267528

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Fan said:

A few of my decorations for the festive season. View attachment 1267564 View attachment 1267565 View attachment 1267565 View attachment 1267566 View attachment 1267567 View attachment 1267568 View attachment 1267569

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kiwifrau said:

As promised yesterday by me. I’m sorry I didn’t take a photo at least a week ago as the blooms were beautiful. Not nearly as large as most of yours but certainly brings me joy every morning when I walk into the kitchen. 🥰🥰😁👍
I’ve also placed 2 of the new Christmas tree balls in front of the Cactus, guess I should’ve turned their lights on, oh well never mind. 😁👍

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Pearls Girls said:

Neither does my sister who disowned the siblings after both parents were gone and there was no more for her to get or steal. She tried to kill me at least 3 times, if my DH had not pulled her from me she might have succeeded on 3rd try. Parents also did not believe any of it . I think that it was easier to ignore and blame others for crossing her path. God has always rescued me in times of trouble. She was admitted to an institution the week before I was married from a police incident where they picked her up in a straitjacket and took her there. She got out on Wednesday before my Saturday wedding. My mother insisted that she be included though she was miserable and not a happy camper. My and David's love was stronger for each other than her interruptions. 53 plus years now and going strong though not always easy. We vowed before God to love and cherish each other until death do we part. Not a big part of vows anymore. My in laws were not included in any of the planning by DH's request. It was mostly my mother's wedding as they had eloped. She did and had what she had wanted including just a few of our friends and mostly her friends and relatives.
As I look back it has all become real. . .life is too short and we were steadfast. His mother and Ex had planned his first marriage. Bad choices!!!!!.
I heard yesterday that was why she tried to ruin our marriage. His adopted (?) sister told his Ex to get over it. (This was before she became a certified Counselor person and learned that you don't tell people to get over it in Counseling) I can laugh at all the foolishness now as I get a better handle on the failings of humanity.

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Fan said:

Tomten travel fuel.
‘The discussion on gasoline got me thinking and wondering how the Tomten move around.
‘I posed the question to them once they surfaced this morning and Digby gave me some answers, being a garden gnome he knows all about fossil fuels etc.
‘He was hesitant and wouldn’t divulge what they use for big events involving world travel.
‘That would break the gno,e code we are born with amd no humans can ever know, so there, he grumpily replied. Oops🙄
So I carefully asked what they use for local travel when humans can witness comings and goings.
I am curious as they’re a leg less lot, not entirely from alcohol consumption either.
‘Digby grumpily whispered he supplies 100% octane GT100 fuel by infusing compost and reindeer farts. 🦌
Oh methane, of course!
it’s the best he said and not reliant on fossil fuels you humans are using and ruining our planet.
oh boy he’s really grumpy today.
‘Now my curiosity is in warp drive, so asked how is it used as you don’t drive cars?
His answer was that’s for me to know and you to find out maybe…. you inquisitive human.
After that retort I backed off and left him throwing compost about and muttering to himself.

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Cashmeregma said:

Well, off to the urologist's office today. Bladder spasms again. Ugh. They're going to get a catheter sample...I don't have time to be sick now but it's always the weekend or holiday when I get bad, so trying to take care of it now. I'm so happy that my sister and her DH are coming up for Thanksgiving. Yay!!! I'm going to give her the Family Bible I gave to our mom and dad. It is an old-fashioned one, large and beautifully illustrated. For some reason mom wrote her friends in it instead of relatives. I was already married and living elsewhere so these friend don't have any meaning for me. My two sisters were raised with these friends of mom's, so it will be meaningful to them. I'm excited to give it to her.
I've been up since 3am, so I'd better get in and get showered before the office calls and tells me what time to come.

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Cashmeregma said:

It was different this time. Klebsiella Pneumoniae. (sp?). I probably picked it up at physical therapy. It can get into one's system. With lowered immune system I am getting things most people don't get. I was afraid I'd give the different infections I've had to DH but they said no. People aren't normally in danger, thank goodness. I didn't even know people could get Parvo... 😂 but I managed it. Haven't even been around a dog. Sure is a life learning experience.

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Fan said:

Good morning all, we got a lot of stormy weather overnight and had to chase down some recycling items which had done a runner down the gutters after the bin fell over. It’s a bit better this morning but still need warm clothing as the wind is cool.
Ducks and duck fat, Ive had wild duck, amd you’re right about the pellets you can break your teeth on. Liz and I spent a day gutting a pile of them when the guys went shooting back in the 80s. She soaked them in milk and it tenderises as well as drawing out the gamey taste.
‘Duck fat is excellent for roasting potatoes in. It’s is sold here especially for that purpose.
Decided go do one more onesie for the store so busy with that today. I have some cute penguin buttons, thanks Cathy for your photo of penguin it gave me the idea to do this.
Was going to venture out but decided not to bother, so,e poor young man got hit by lightning yesterday down south and it burned out his car and he’s in hospital as well.
‘No dramas with the T gang, they’re keeping a low profile today thankfully, but when they’re quiet I do get concerned as to what they maybe plotting up on the staircase.
Got my delivery of 16 frozen meals yesterday and a good selection again. I have another lot scheuled for 8th december so will need to get eating some to make room for next lot.
Cousin Pam asked if she might stay on 7th has an appointment with orthopaedic surgeon re knee replacement in February.
Will be lovely to catch-up again.
Lynette it will be so cool to meet you if we can arrange it, you would be welcome to stay with me if you need somewhere before your family pick you up. Over to you to decide what your plans are in that respect .

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Jazzynitter said:

Today turned out to be a bit of unexpected déja vu. On our morning bike ride, we always pass by a cute little ice cream parlour beside the path at a beautiful park and beach. They call themselves a microcreamery, with everything they make being from locally sourced ingredients. Today we finally made the drive to check them out, approaching the shop from the opposite direction of the bike path, and I started getting flashbacks the closer we got. Turns out I used to live just around the corner from the ice cream place in 1979. I was able to find my old address, it looks really run down, but if I had even remembered it, there's no way I could have found it on purpose.

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Jazzynitter said:

No bike yet and worse, someone has hitched their bike to the post I was using in the bike room 🙁. Bikes are still slow to be delivered, they said maybe another week. I guess things will get sorted out one way or another.

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Pearls Girls said:

I was told postage is going up first of the year.

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