The Chit Chat Chit Chat Thread

[StarWarsGirl]

Good morning and it is and then some. Happy groundhog day and today is the first one in at least 3years that I'm not a going huntin

Unless he turns out to be wrong.

 

[ajrwdwgirl]

Well I was wrong about not having a snow day. Our school closed today in anticipation of the storm. So did some of the other schools around us, although some are closing at 12:30. The snow is supposed to start here at about 11am. I got the text about the closing 5 minutes after I got up extra early today, because I was going in early to get some work done at school. I was already wide awake so I didn't go back to bed but since it is an snow day/day off of work I still decided not to go into work to get stuff done. Instead, I made hubby a nice breakfast and snuggled with the dog. Although I do have to leave the house today, the dog has a vet appointment (just shots) and hubby decided that I get to take her since I don't have to work today.

 

[Figgy1]

Well I was wrong about not having a snow day. Our school closed today in anticipation of the storm. So did some of the other schools around us, although some are closing at 12:30. The snow is supposed to start here at about 11am. I got the text about the closing 5 minutes after I got up extra early today, because I was going in early to get some work done at school. I was already wide awake so I didn't go back to bed but since it is an snow day/day off of work I still decided not to go into work to get stuff done. Instead, I made hubby a nice breakfast and snuggled with the dog. Although I do have to leave the house today, the dog has a vet appointment (just shots) and hubby decided that I get to take her since I don't have to work today.

Be safe!

 

[ajrwdwgirl]

Be safe!

Thanks, after I get home from the vet I don't plan to leave the house. Well, I guess I plan on shoveling, but I'm weird I actually like shoveling snow. I already have my shoveling clothes all ready to go.

 

[Figgy1]

Thanks, after I get home from the vet I don't plan to leave the house. Well, I guess I plan on shoveling, but I'm weird I actually like shoveling snow. I already have my shoveling clothes all ready to go.

Too bad @MinnieM123 can't join you, she's not happy about the lack of snow to shovel on the east coast. me I'm very, very happy!

 

[MouseDreaming]

A couple pictures of the Westin and DIA.
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Sky Picture for @MouseDreaming

Thank you! Seems that the weather here will be ok. We are on the rain side of this storm. May even hear some thunder rumbling through later. But the sky is so gloomy gray. I love that blue sky!

 

[Figgy1]

Thank you! Seems that the weather here will be ok. We are on the rain side of this storm. May even hear some thunder rumbling through later. But the sky is so gloomy gray. I love that blue sky!

When the sky goes boom, close your eyes and think happy Disney thoughts

 

[MouseDreaming]

Our state in particular has yet to make any financial payments Universities and where they have it isn't close to what budgets are built on. Our state just didn't send the million dollars they allocated for our public schools here. Crazy. I did not worry so much about my kids living with me they were not an issue, I worried more they would find careers with their degrees. It took both of them a bit after interviewing a great deal to land in a career which wasn't a surprise given what the economy had done and how many governmental and private sectors downsized.

Side note: My son recently visited a public Univ. in our state. Loved the jazz program, great staff. And found out, had he applied by Dec. 1, because of his grades, he would have gotten a full ride. Yep, tuition, room and board. So, at first, I was upset about it. But, truthfully, because of state funds, I don't know how viable this scholarship is. We even have a few public universities that have stated if the funding doesn't come through, they may have to shut down, altogether. I think he will be better off at one of the private schools he is favoring these days.

 

[MouseDreaming]

Hi all, new to the forums... haven't been on forums for years!!!

Welcome!

 

[MouseDreaming]

It's on International Blvd. just a short distance from the Orange County Convention Center. In fact, just about one block away from the center and due east of WDW on the other side of I-4.

I think that is the rosen my DS stayed at while on a band trip. He really liked it. And he still talks about the breakfast spread.

 

[MouseDreaming]

Wooba!

Holy carp!

 

[MouseDreaming]

Alright, gotta get this day moving. 3 concerts in three nights over here. And all three in gymnasiums. (Bleacher seats. My back hurts just thinking about it.)
And every time it starts to "rain", I can hear tinkling sounds. I am thinking the temp is dropping, and this is more ice pellets than rain. Shoot that groundhog!

 

[ajrwdwgirl]

Still no snow......, I'm glad we don't have to make up snow days anymore because so far this one would have been a waste. Although, it has been a nice morning and I'm currently watching Beauty and the Beast.

 

[catmom46]

Still no snow......, I'm glad we don't have to make up snow days anymore because so far this one would have been a waste. Although, it has been a nice morning and I'm currently watching Beauty and the Beast.

So jealous! I'm currently doing Business Objects queries - woohoo.

 

[ajrwdwgirl]

So jealous! I'm currently doing Business Objects queries - woohoo.

Sounds like a party!

 

[ajrwdwgirl]

I just checked the Minnesota traffic cameras (since Minneapolis it about an hour away) and looks like the snow has arrived on the south end of the metro area. So it should be here within the hour.

 

[catmom46]

I just checked the Minnesota traffic cameras (since Minneapolis it about an hour away) and looks like the snow has arrived on the south end of the metro area. So it should be here within the hour.

How much are you supposed to get?

 

[Figgy1]

Alright, gotta get this day moving. 3 concerts in three nights over here. And all three in gymnasiums. (Bleacher seats. My back hurts just thinking about it.)
And every time it starts to "rain", I can hear tinkling sounds. I am thinking the temp is dropping, and this is more ice pellets than rain. Shoot that groundhog!

Be safe and I have a very nice sling shot you can borrow!

 

[Figgy1]

Still no snow......, I'm glad we don't have to make up snow days anymore because so far this one would have been a waste. Although, it has been a nice morning and I'm currently watching Beauty and the Beast.

A very good movie for an inside day! Good luck with the carp!

 

[ajrwdwgirl]

How much are you supposed to get?

We are supposed to get between 7-12 inches, it varies by area. And frankly it seems like they are always the totals in our area, so we will see. And I was wrong in my time estimate, it has now begun.....