Redwood National Park?
Sir? I'd like you to take the helm, please. I need this man to tear all my clothes off.
Zoe ,'Serenity'
Natter 74: Ready or Not
Off-topic discussion. Wanna talk about corsets, duct tape, butt kicking, or physics? This is the place. Detailed discussion of any current-season TV must be whitefonted.
Matt the Bruins fan - Apr 30, 2016 8:45:52 pm PDT #20704 of 30003
"I remember when they eventually introduced that drug kingpin who murdered people and smuggled drugs inside snakes and I was like 'Finally. A normal person.'” —RahvinDragand
Lee - Apr 30, 2016 8:48:15 pm PDT #20705 of 30003
The feeling you get when your brain finally lets your heart get in its pants.
Coming to see me?
Matt the Bruins fan - May 01, 2016 5:29:48 am PDT #20706 of 30003
"I remember when they eventually introduced that drug kingpin who murdered people and smuggled drugs inside snakes and I was like 'Finally. A normal person.'” —RahvinDragand
Ugh, had a dream last night that included the first instance I can specifically recall of feeling pain in a dream (toenail clipping mishap). Not sure what brought that on, but it is interesting that the sense is present even though it's never appeared before so far as I know—and I've been in fights and fallen off cliffs in previous dreams.
SuziQ - May 01, 2016 7:15:22 am PDT #20707 of 30003
Back tattoos of the mother is that you are absolutely right - Ame
So, yesterday was our big fundraiser. The high was 36 degrees and snow/rain fell on and off all day. In the two days before the event we had to replan all the outdoor activities to bring them indoors. But no amount of planning could eliminate the mud that people had to walk through. CJ had a blast "mudding" in the golf cart he drove all day.
There was no room for the registration tables (my post) to move indoors. Thankfully we were lent a tent that had 3 side panels so we were sheltered from the wind and the small propane heater kept us from being complete popsicles (it was still so cold all day).
Even with these conditions, I had all but 5 of my volunteers show up, 2 of those 5 let us know they weren't coming, and I had about 8 new volunteers show up. With the shifting around we did, we had just about every need covered with a volunteer.
We had presold about 150 tickets. Our original guest goal was 400 but we would have just been happy with the presolds if that is what happened. I think we ended up with just over 200 guests. Personally, I'm thrilled the guests outnumbered the volunteers.
Moneywise - I have no clue if we actually made money. It is an expensive event to put on. But I know we introduced the program to many new people and there was lots of networking going on which has great value also.
By the end of the day I was frozen and broken. I downed Advil and took a long, hot shower when I got home and crawled in bed early.
Today is selfcare. I had the foresight to schedule a 90 minute massage today and I'm going to get a pedicure either before or after.
Jesse - May 01, 2016 7:22:25 am PDT #20708 of 30003
Sometimes I trip on how happy we could be.
Congrats, Suzi! And you're right to count the success of the event around the people, not the dollars.
I have grocery shopped and made three lunches, so that's good. Theoretically I should do laundry, but meh.
Sheryl - May 01, 2016 8:03:56 am PDT #20709 of 30003
Fandom means never having to say "But where would I wear that?"
Timelies all!
Raining here.
WindSparrow - May 01, 2016 8:14:00 am PDT #20710 of 30003
Love is stronger than death and harder than sorrow. Those who practice it are fierce like the light of stars traveling eons to pierce the night.
For a cold, wet day, that sounds like it went swimmingly, Suzi. I'm glad you are taking care of yourself today.
Kat - May 01, 2016 8:29:02 am PDT #20711 of 30003
"I keep to a strict diet of ill-advised enthusiasm and heartfelt regret." Leigh Bardugo
Brrrr... that sounds as successful as it could be given the weather. Enjoy the pedicure and massage.
SuziQ - May 01, 2016 8:36:15 am PDT #20712 of 30003
Back tattoos of the mother is that you are absolutely right - Ame
Thanks. I'm hanging on Stabucks, puttering on the computer in an effort to stay awake until my massage.
We had over 120 volunteers yesterday. Many who have been part of our volunteer force, but also many who had never been to the stables before. My next goal, within the next week - NOT TODAY - is to reach out to all the newbies to see if they want to go through horse training to become a regular volunteer.
sarameg - May 01, 2016 8:38:25 am PDT #20713 of 30003
Spent a couple of hrs wandering the warehouses that are Second a Chances [link] looking for a vent grate. Didn't find one I liked and nearly left with a $100 mirror. Would have loved to have had msbelle in there.
Came home to find one of the cats broke into the wall, as evidenced by the pieces of ceiling on the floor....