Hey all, just thought I'd start a thread where we could put up pictures of our decorations, or ourselves, or our kids, decked out in our holiday finest. Here's my house: http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2657/4159484569_7ba73fb7fa.jpg %%- A+, my friend! You're exactly the kind of house we try to find ...

Oh Cathy, I am so sorry to hear about your friend. I'll keep you and her family in my thoughts and prayers. Sending lots of hugs your way.

Dear Head Elf, How do we set up a tree so that the wonder dog doesn't knock over the tree or the ornaments? Thanks, Lavabe We have cats. Cats like to climb trees. After coming home from work one year to find the Christmas tree laid out across the living room floor, my unflappable hubby studied it f...

Taking a break from the kitchen. Corn pudding is ready to go in the oven and then just have to put dressings in the other oven when the turkey comes out. Hope you are all happy and safe and enjoying yourselves this lovely Thanksgiving day.

CathyCA wrote:

shereec wrote:I think I'm coming on Saturday - have no idea what I'll bring (suggestions welcome). However, since Miles isn't coming and my sister is in Alexandria for the holiday, I have 2 extra tickets. Anybody need extras?

I need one extra ticket.

It is yours.

Wow. All these plans sound so wonderful. For the first time in a long time, it's just John and me. However, we're fixing Thanksgiving dinner the same as we always do - enough to feed an army. Turkey Gravy (our favorite part) 2-3 kinds of dressing (we each do at least one and then try to decide which...

I think I'm coming on Saturday - have no idea what I'll bring (suggestions welcome). However, since Miles isn't coming and my sister is in Alexandria for the holiday, I have 2 extra tickets. Anybody need extras?

Well THAT was fun

Happy Birthday! Hope your day is marvelous!!

I'm in.

Many happy returns! Have a wonderful day!
Hugs and kisses!!

A theory that has been worked on as of late. Women (without kids) in the workplace versus women (with kids) in the workplace. In my observation, across many different fields and careers, I have found that women with kids are less organized in the workplace. The younger the kids at home, the more un...

I am sorry to be so last minute, but have been undecided about what to do tomorrow. I believe I'll join you, but don't have time to make anything so will stop by Panera for bagels - any preferences? Would coffee be good, too? It will be just me, although my sister and nephew may stop in to pick me u...

Wow. I'm so glad you walked away. Your guardian angel was on duty! Sending vibes for a no-muss, no-fuss "recovery" (meaning no new anything showing up in the next few days)! I have a friend who buys cars at auction and saved us a ton on our last 2 vehicles. Let me know if you want me to hook you up.

sending vibes for a speedy recovery. I think low fives are just as effective as high fives and I hope you get to give lots of em this week and next.

We learned yesterday that Frank has decided to have a memorial tonight in Georgia for Diane and then bring her home to North Carolina. There will be another service on Sunday in Middlesex and Diane will be buried next to her Mother. I am relieved to not have to travel, but will still spend much of t...

Thank you all so much. It did help to get it out, and your warm words help maybe more than you know. I'm sending hugs back to all of you.

Forgive me for dumping - I'm hoping this is a cathartic exercise. I met my very best friend over 30 years ago. We both worked crappy, low-paying jobs at at bank. We became roommates and helped each other through boyfriends, bad marriages, other bad jobs and second jobs (waitresses), dreams (finishin...

sending good vibes for bjornolf mama! Get Well Soon!!

We haven't done too terribly much to cut back recently - we're tight wads and penny pinchers from way back. I only buy clothes on sale and never before end of season. Both Macy's and JC Penney's have pretty good sales on a relatively regular basis (60%-70% off). My husband and I compete to see who g...