I'm reading about Russian attempts to stoke the vaccination debate and I'm wondering how we could convince the Internet Research Agency that the big new debate is about cilantro, or salad shooters, or... muffalettas?
Angel: I appreciate you guys looking out for Connor all summer. It's just—he's confused. He needs time. That's all. Fred: Right. Time, and some corporal punishment with a large heavy mallet. Not that I'm bitter.
'Just Rewards (2)'
Natter 75: More Than a Million Natters Served
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.
aurelia - Aug 25, 2018 9:40:35 am PDT #28805 of 30002
All sorrows can be borne if you put them into a story. Tell me a story.
Sheryl - Aug 25, 2018 10:31:55 am PDT #28806 of 30002
Fandom means never having to say "But where would I wear that?"
Timelies all!
Quiet here for the moment.
Sue - Aug 25, 2018 10:32:47 am PDT #28807 of 30002
hip deep in pie
Dad update: he's doing well! They prepared us that he would probably end up in the ICU after his surgery, but they put him straight in a private room. He's feeling a bit sore, but otherwise well and says he will probably be getting out of the hospital Monday. Thanks for all the ~ma. It's meant a lot during this stressful week. It's hard to be away during a health crisis, but I'll get to see him next week.
Scrappy - Aug 25, 2018 10:36:21 am PDT #28808 of 30002
Life moves pretty fast. You don't stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it.
Hooray for the good news!
Dana - Aug 25, 2018 11:10:00 am PDT #28809 of 30002
I'm terrifically busy with my ennui.
meara, I get the same thing. I also have problems with some of those automatic blood pressure machines, and they tell me it's because of small veins.
It's not like I love getting blood taken from my hand, but it's better than multiple failed attempts.
Theodosia - Aug 25, 2018 11:10:06 am PDT #28810 of 30002
'we all walk this earth feeling we are frauds. The trick is to be grateful and hope the caper doesn't end any time soon"
Yes indeed! (To the good Dad health news)
Theodosia - Aug 25, 2018 11:10:14 am PDT #28811 of 30002
'we all walk this earth feeling we are frauds. The trick is to be grateful and hope the caper doesn't end any time soon"
msbelle - Aug 25, 2018 11:22:07 am PDT #28812 of 30002
I remember the crazy days. 500 posts an hour. Nubmer! Natgbsb
I am not doing great on my list. BUT, I did clean out the kitten's litter box and I went block walking for my State Rep, so I added things to my list.
Tonight
- finish making dinner and EAT
- pay bills
- wash the rest of the dishes
Maybe tonight, maybe this weekend
- list some things on ebay
- hang up clothes in room
- make list of home repairs that need to get done
- go see parents (Saturday)
- sweep & mop
- clean bathroom
- cancel the 2 credit cards I'm not using
- mail off very late cards - got 2 of three ready, need address for the 3rd.
- pack up 2 boxes I have to mail - maybe get them mailed
- wash the slipcovers
Jesse - Aug 25, 2018 3:16:09 pm PDT #28813 of 30002
Sometimes I trip on how happy we could be.
Glad to hear it, Sue!
I have been doing the same job for 15 years, I have connections all around the university, and I understand the university system, all of which are not true for my replacement.
That part at least is definitely going to be true for anyone (trying to) replace you. All anyone can do about that is give them time and a chance to get there. And I'm sure you're the best possible resource! (I say this as the new person working under someone who has been in the job for 15 years and knows everything and everyone, and damn, it still feels like it's taking forever to be up to speed.)
Laura - Aug 25, 2018 3:27:41 pm PDT #28814 of 30002
Our wings are not tired.
News is reporting the McCain has passed. My list of issues with him was long, but he was an actual lifelong public servant and patriot. I miss that.