Post by lavenderblue on Jul 24, 2024 7:41:40 GMT -5
Well, I got Wordle in 6 and I'm wfh so chances are pretty low that anyone is going to think I look pregnant today.
We leave for vacation tomorrow and I haven't packed a single thing yet. Last night in bed I felt panicked about our travel documents so I got up in the middle of the night and gathered them together. I'm using a new dog sitter this time, she seems very nice, and I printed her out a very detailed list along with photos of each of my animals and their names, so she might think I'm a little bit crazy LOL
I’m reposting my annoyance from yesterday here because I’m still annoyed lol
I’m annoyed because I mentioned to my friends how it sucks that our niece’s wedding is Jan 19 which makes it near impossible or, at the very least, a HUGE pain in the ass for me to potentially go to DC for the inauguration if Kamala wins. I have a cousin who lives in Alexandria that I could stay with.
AND NOW. These bitches are booking plane tickets and making plans to go AND IT WAS MY IDEA lol They weren’t even considering it before! I mean, good for them, happy for them, whatever.
Post by midwestmama on Jul 24, 2024 8:04:25 GMT -5
Ugh, DH's family is so difficult. I tried to be nice and offer MIL a ride to DS's baseball games Friday afternoon (even though she only lives a mile away from the location and it is at the high school DH went to) because she has mild cognitive impairment/early stage dementia and I didn't want DH to have to deal with her texting and calling right before the game saying she didn't know where to go/how to get there. She gave me a non-answer, basically, and said she's fine with whatever works best for me. "Whatever works best for me" is her driving herself there! I just wanted a clear "yes, I would like that," or "no, I can drive myself."
Then I opened a can of worms because at the end of the text I said "see you tomorrow at X's party." Well no one told me that she wasn't invited to the retirement party for DH's uncle (MIL's sister's husband, not MIL's brother)!! I assumed that the whole family was invited, which I think is a safe assumption. DH gets irritated with his family pretty quickly, so his response was, "who cares." The situation also reminded me that I certainly did not marry DH for his family.
Post by Patsy Baloney on Jul 24, 2024 8:29:39 GMT -5
We saw Twisters last night and that movie was DUMB. I know disaster movies are always a little silly. I wasn’t expecting it to be a real thinker. But you’re telling me literally no one who lives in rural Oklahoma knows how to shelter from a tornado? And the whole premise of the first one was that information from Dorothy would help predict and warn folks of tornadoes faster and save lives. But judging by the fact that every tornado in that movie sneaked up on thousands of people who only live in grass huts and rodeo bleachers, I guess Dorothy was a failure.
Also - it’s not criminal to buy people out of land that is uninsurable. The villain was doing people a favor. And how did they do all that song and dance about, “Once in a generation outbreak,” and not once mention climate change? Stupid!
Do you listen to music using headphones if you are home alone?
I keep seeing this in (non-reality) TV shows and I was wondering if that’s what people did now since stereos aren’t such a big thing anymore or if it’s just a way to let people sneak up on a character without them knowing. I’m rarely home alone anymore but I’d use a speaker, not headphones.
tacokick - I use headphones if I’m going to be moving from room to room a lot and if I’m running the vacuum. Also, I like to block out my dogs’ whining sometimes too lol
Do you listen to music using headphones if you are home alone?
I keep seeing this in (non-reality) TV shows and I was wondering if that’s what people did now since stereos aren’t such a big thing anymore or if it’s just a way to let people sneak up on a character without them knowing. I’m rarely home alone anymore but I’d use a speaker, not headphones.
No, at home I'm usually listening on my sonos or a bluetooth speaker. I find wearing headphones for a long time to get uncomfortable. But, I live alone so I'm not potentially competing with other people who want to listen to something or create other noise.
Patsy Baloney, I am still down for seeing that movie, but I'm glad you shared this because I won't keep pushing my H to go with me, lol. It sounds like he would hate it. I mostly want to see it for the nostalgia factor - Twister was a favorite in my family growing up - but I don't have high expectations for the plot.
I am going to see Green Day and the Smashing Pumpkins on Monday in DC, and apparently the show starts at 5:30? Lol. They have two other openers (Rancid whose name is familiar but who I don't really know, and the Linda Lindas who I don't know at all). So I think the stuff I really bought the ticket to see won't be until later, but still - that's a crazy time for a Monday concert. At least maybe it will end earlier? But probably not.
I am going with a friend from jr high who also lives in Maryland but far enough away that I haven't even seen her since we moved here (she also had 2 babies during that time and it was COVID, so maybe we would have otherwise). We went to different high schools so we haven't really been close since we were 13, but I did see her about a decade ago when I came to visit DC and had a good time so I am sure we'll have fun next week, too.
tacokick, I either use headphones or just play it from my computer/phone. I do own a speaker but it's never charged because I use it so rarely! But my ear buds are always charged and handy.
Well, I got Wordle in 6 and I'm wfh so chances are pretty low that anyone is going to think I look pregnant today.
We leave for vacation tomorrow and I haven't packed a single thing yet. Last night in bed I felt panicked about our travel documents so I got up in the middle of the night and gathered them together. I'm using a new dog sitter this time, she seems very nice, and I printed her out a very detailed list along with photos of each of my animals and their names, so she might think I'm a little bit crazy LOL
not dumb! I was housesitting for a family with dogs and they did the same thing; it was SUPER HELPFUL!!
Post by maudefindlay on Jul 24, 2024 9:20:31 GMT -5
@ content
One of DH's employees and his wife had identical twins this week and I've been shopping online for a gift to send them. Oh my, so much cute stuff! I want to hold squishy babies for an hour now and then hand them back to the parents. I got them each little Star Wars outfits, but not matching ones because they are individuals.
DS1 texted us from cross country camp yesterday, the first we've heard from him since DH dropped him off on Sunday and he is having a blast. They are getting great weather there, not horrible humidity this week and lots of runs, fresh air, and having fun with friends in the great outdoors.
Close to finalizing plans for our new house. Pricing out some things online today to make sure we have it accounted for in the price. Lots of random things to think of and make decisions on.
Do you listen to music using headphones if you are home alone?
I keep seeing this in (non-reality) TV shows and I was wondering if that’s what people did now since stereos aren’t such a big thing anymore or if it’s just a way to let people sneak up on a character without them knowing. I’m rarely home alone anymore but I’d use a speaker, not headphones.
I almost exclusively use headphones. I’m always listening to podcasts or Broadway and no one in my family wants to hear that lol - plus I’m usually walking throughout the house doing things, going in and out with the dog etc.
My 17 year old exclusively listens to music on his AirPods. He doesn’t own any type of music playing device other than his phone. I find it kind of crazy he doesn’t get to experience the joy of annoyingly blasting music in his room
Post by nancybotwin on Jul 24, 2024 9:22:16 GMT -5
tacokick I totally listen on my AirPods but now I am wondering why if no one else is home 🤣 sometimes the sound is just better. But I’m really wondering…
Monday and Tuesday were filled back to back with meetings but I blocked off a lot of time today to get work done. I hope I’m productive.
All three kids are at camp and I’ve been using the time to clean out and organize our house. Their rooms and closets. The front hall. Our games area. The fridge. I have to pause a little until Friday because our trash cans are overflowing and I need to wait for them to be emptied! DH and I were maybe going to go away this weekend but last night I told him it’s ok if we stay home - I have more cleaning out to do 😜
We are on day 13 of no air conditioning- someone is coming today. Fingers crossed this guy can actually fix it.
Post by maudefindlay on Jul 24, 2024 9:24:31 GMT -5
TR, ugh, I totally get your annoyance and would hate missing out on being there especially since you could be there having fun with friends instead of being at a boring wedding. Just try to remind yourself they are not doing it to spite you or upset you, it's kind of a consequence of why you are friends with them being like minded and all. You had a great idea and they agreed. Hopefully those Bitches bring you back an awesome tshirt;)
Post by followyourarrow on Jul 24, 2024 9:25:21 GMT -5
If I'm home alone I don't use headphones when I listen to something. If someone is there, I use headphones.
Follow up to yesterday, FI's company is supposed to be sending out more groceries to replace the spoiled ones, but it could take up to a week. So they are living on the shelf stable things they have left in their pantry and having to get pretty creative.
Patsy Baloney , I am still down for seeing that movie, but I'm glad you shared this because I won't keep pushing my H to go with me, lol. It sounds like he would hate it. I mostly want to see it for the nostalgia factor - Twister was a favorite in my family growing up - but I don't have high expectations for the plot.
I am going to see Green Day and the Smashing Pumpkins on Monday in DC, and apparently the show starts at 5:30? Lol. They have two other openers (Rancid whose name is familiar but who I don't really know, and the Linda Lindas who I don't know at all). So I think the stuff I really bought the ticket to see won't be until later, but still - that's a crazy time for a Monday concert. At least maybe it will end earlier? But probably not.
I am going with a friend from jr high who also lives in Maryland but far enough away that I haven't even seen her since we moved here (she also had 2 babies during that time and it was COVID, so maybe we would have otherwise). We went to different high schools so we haven't really been close since we were 13, but I did see her about a decade ago when I came to visit DC and had a good time so I am sure we'll have fun next week, too.
Finally, a concert with our music at a good time for out ages! Lol
Ok douche, go ahead and call it mud. My husband DID have halitosis. We addressed it after I talked to you girls on here and guess what? Years later, no problem. Mofongo, you're a cunt. Eat shit. ~anonnamus
Do you listen to music using headphones if you are home alone?
I keep seeing this in (non-reality) TV shows and I was wondering if that’s what people did now since stereos aren’t such a big thing anymore or if it’s just a way to let people sneak up on a character without them knowing. I’m rarely home alone anymore but I’d use a speaker, not headphones.
At home, if I'm listening to music it is generally via Alexa, so no, no headphones here.
That said, my son is almost always listening to music through his phone with his headphones on no matter where he is.
Do you listen to music using headphones if you are home alone?
I keep seeing this in (non-reality) TV shows and I was wondering if that’s what people did now since stereos aren’t such a big thing anymore or if it’s just a way to let people sneak up on a character without them knowing. I’m rarely home alone anymore but I’d use a speaker, not headphones.
My hearing impaired ears like listening to music with headphones. I understand it a lot better. Plus, you don't get the spatial effect if you're just using speakers.
We saw Twisters last night and that movie was DUMB. I know disaster movies are always a little silly. I wasn’t expecting it to be a real thinker. But you’re telling me literally no one who lives in rural Oklahoma knows how to shelter from a tornado? And the whole premise of the first one was that information from Dorothy would help predict and warn folks of tornadoes faster and save lives. But judging by the fact that every tornado in that movie sneaked up on thousands of people who only live in grass huts and rodeo bleachers, I guess Dorothy was a failure.
Also - it’s not criminal to buy people out of land that is uninsurable. The villain was doing people a favor. And how did they do all that song and dance about, “Once in a generation outbreak,” and not once mention climate change? Stupid!
The first one is also abjectly dumb "I gotta go, we have cows". That's part of the charm!
Post by gretchenindisguise on Jul 24, 2024 9:53:26 GMT -5
I listen to headphones at home when I'm trying to concentrate or when I'm trying to tune out my family. Also when listening to podcasts, because nobody needs to hear that.
Otherwise, we listen through our bluetooth speakers.
Patsy Baloney , I am still down for seeing that movie, but I'm glad you shared this because I won't keep pushing my H to go with me, lol. It sounds like he would hate it. I mostly want to see it for the nostalgia factor - Twister was a favorite in my family growing up - but I don't have high expectations for the plot.
I am going to see Green Day and the Smashing Pumpkins on Monday in DC, and apparently the show starts at 5:30? Lol. They have two other openers (Rancid whose name is familiar but who I don't really know, and the Linda Lindas who I don't know at all). So I think the stuff I really bought the ticket to see won't be until later, but still - that's a crazy time for a Monday concert. At least maybe it will end earlier? But probably not.
I am going with a friend from jr high who also lives in Maryland but far enough away that I haven't even seen her since we moved here (she also had 2 babies during that time and it was COVID, so maybe we would have otherwise). We went to different high schools so we haven't really been close since we were 13, but I did see her about a decade ago when I came to visit DC and had a good time so I am sure we'll have fun next week, too.
Finally, a concert with our music at a good time for out ages! Lol
Ha- it is definitely for the elder millennial/gen X crowd! Though would be so much better if it was on a Saturday!
We saw Twisters last night and that movie was DUMB. I know disaster movies are always a little silly. I wasn’t expecting it to be a real thinker. But you’re telling me literally no one who lives in rural Oklahoma knows how to shelter from a tornado? And the whole premise of the first one was that information from Dorothy would help predict and warn folks of tornadoes faster and save lives. But judging by the fact that every tornado in that movie sneaked up on thousands of people who only live in grass huts and rodeo bleachers, I guess Dorothy was a failure.
Also - it’s not criminal to buy people out of land that is uninsurable. The villain was doing people a favor. And how did they do all that song and dance about, “Once in a generation outbreak,” and not once mention climate change? Stupid!
I gotta admit, I felt this way about the first one and so I just didn’t get the hype on this one.
Do you listen to music using headphones if you are home alone?
I keep seeing this in (non-reality) TV shows and I was wondering if that’s what people did now since stereos aren’t such a big thing anymore or if it’s just a way to let people sneak up on a character without them knowing. I’m rarely home alone anymore but I’d use a speaker, not headphones.
I do. I love my AirPods and the noise canceling. I like the way things sound in them, without the distracting noises of life (dog, dishwasher, neighbors lawn mower, etc)
Post by followyourarrow on Jul 24, 2024 10:00:06 GMT -5
There's a concert I'd like to go to, but it's at 8 pm on a Sunday night. Seriously? No. I'm way too old and tired for that. I like to be in bed by 9:30 on a Sunday night, preferably after having done a facemask and all of my other self care Sunday stuff.
I'm taking DS and a friend to the lake beach here after I work out. Hopefully they'll swim/play and I'll be able to read.
Our family having two cats still isn't going great. Our senior cat has been mostly hiding in the finished attic or just staying upstairs while the other one hangs downstairs. The senior cat seems very afraid of the new cat but they both seem wary of each other in general. We don't have a finished basement and trying to put up a baby gate was a joke, so we aren't able to split them between the top and bottom floors, so I have to shut the new cat in my office at night so they don't fight. I just feel like I have to be constantly aware of where each one is so no one injures anyone, lol. Also, my senior cat has occasionally started pooping in our room (I assume out of stress) on the exercise mats that we have under our spin bike. I got a third litter box which I put in the attic just for her to hopefully stop that, and I've been keeping that room closed during the day, but she must've gone at night. So fucking annoying. I'm not really sure what to do, I don't want to blow a bunch of money on Feliways and stuff that is questionable. I already bought a diffuser and the calming spray. Getting a 2nd cat wasn't my best idea, apparently.
Do you listen to music using headphones if you are home alone?
I keep seeing this in (non-reality) TV shows and I was wondering if that’s what people did now since stereos aren’t such a big thing anymore or if it’s just a way to let people sneak up on a character without them knowing. I’m rarely home alone anymore but I’d use a speaker, not headphones.
I almost exclusively use headphones. I’m always listening to podcasts or Broadway and no one in my family wants to hear that lol - plus I’m usually walking throughout the house doing things, going in and out with the dog etc.
My 17 year old exclusively listens to music on his AirPods. He doesn’t own any type of music playing device other than his phone. I find it kind of crazy he doesn’t get to experience the joy of annoyingly blasting music in his room
my kid turns 7 tomorrow and for the last year or so, he BLASTS almost exclusively heavy alternative rock music from his Alexa. He shuts his door and seriously blasts it at the highest volume. I knock and go in every now and then and he is just dancing around or playing the air guitar and knows every single word.
It brings me so much joy because he is 6 and acting like a typical teenage boy. I giggle every morning when it happens.