The Chit Chat Chit Chat Thread

[Figgy1]

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Doesn't work.

On the other note - I have yet to pack

I already have a few things packed and I'm going out today to break in some footwear for Disney. sunny and close to 80 this afternoon

 

[MinnieM123]

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Doesn't work.

On the other note - I have yet to pack

You're not leaving until Saturday, right? You have plenty of time to pack. I pack the night before. Easy peasey.

 

[MinnieM123]

I already have a few things packed

But, but . . . your countdown ticker says 80 more days until your trip?!

 

[Figgy1]

But, but . . . your countdown ticker says 80 more days until your trip?!

We all got a few things for Christmas for the trip that were put into the suitcase way back when and our lanyards and pins for trading have also been packed. Oh and I almost forgot my baby tie dyed matching shirts for us and they're hung and ready to go. Something tells me we're packing much more than you.

 

[MinnieM123]

Something tells me we're packing much more than you

Yes, that's for sure!

 

[Songbird76]

My grandparents (both sets) made it through the depression in pretty good shape not having to give up things. What I remember them taking about as far as hardship was rationing during WW2. I remember both my grandfathers saying coffee without sugar and not being able to drive to the shore was rough but worth it. They said they were very lucky having rather secure jobs.

My mom was born in 1938 and she talked about the rationing, too...and the air raid drills. And there was apparently a Japanese camp in the area and mom said there were times when someone would escape and kids couldn't play outside because it was too dangerous. I have a photo album with a bunch of old ration stamp books. Most of the actual stamps are gone, so it's just the empty books that were issued to her mom.

 

[Songbird76]

I know what you mean about it being a good thing to repurpose; we live in such a throwaway society now. (That's my pet peeve about the computer industry--our landfills are full of computer parts, etc., because they get outdated so quickly. It's such a waste.) Moving right along--

My grandparents threw nothing away (or so it seemed). I even recall my grandmother saving worn out shirts. She'd first take off all the buttons, and those went into the loose button container (which was an old, metal cookie tin, from Christmas years prior, and it had a Santa Claus design on it). She'd cut squares from the material, to be hand-sewed into future afghans. (Years later, we'd look at some of the homemade afghans she made, and I'd say, "Oh, I remember that swatch from a blouse I used to wear to school!" )

My mom saved those styrofoam trays that meat comes packaged on. She'd clean them up and use them as cookie trays for Christmas cookies. She also saved the little plastic baskets that strawberries come in...those became easter baskets. Newspapers were used as shelf liners in her cupboards and margerine containers became cereal bowls. She darned our socks instead of buying new and patched clothes with holes...she was an expert at "repurposing" and I'm guessing that's one of the reasons we made it. We lived below the poverty line, yet we had everything we needed and I think a lot of that was because she was used to the WWII mentality of repurposing everything and being resourceful. My mom didn't do quilting, but our old tshirts became dust-rags.

 

[Goofyernmost]

so.. they scooped you thru security?

I didn't bypass security completely. I did have to send my stuff through the x-ray machines and, me, the metal detector, but, I didn't have to remove shoes, etc. If it had registered something out of place I would have been stopped like everyone else, but, for some reason the pre-approved status prioritizes your trip through. So basically you empty your pockets of metal Items, go through the detector while your carry-on is x-ray'd and if all is good you grab your stuff at the other end and be on your way. Pretty much the same as everyone, but, you go in a different "exclusive" line and a much quicker experience without the shoe process which in itself slows everyone down.

I hate flying now and avoid it whenever I can. Since I couldn't locate a bridge to Europe I had to fly, took the cruise back, but, there are very few docking facilities in central North Carolina, so I had to fly back from Ft. Lauderdale.

 

[Goofyernmost]

But can you imagine a 28 hour without stopping to reach WDW by car. Oy.

Seriously though I started this last year with my Mom. When you get to the lobby request a wheelchair since it is difficult for you to stand. For the cost of a 'tip' to the pusher you go to the front of the line, you and your party and they will take you to your gate. The perk of age.
Won't help your time on the airplane but it will help the wear on your legs getting to your gate.

I'll be honest. The perk of age is a double edged sword. We do all age and at a certain point we have to give into it or do ourselves real harm. Many of us, me for example, will not get old gracefully. We will fight the urge to give in for a very long time just to prove to ourselves that we are not all that old and even if we are, we are holding up better then many of our contemporaries. I find myself doing that all the time and I have to be careful not to over do my ego. I would never ask for a wheelchair at this point if my hips or legs are killing me, it is giving into something that I feel I should be able to control. Foolish? I suppose, but, when you are slipping and sliding down the "other" side of that mountain, you do what you can to make yourself still feel viable and not burdensome. That doesn't mean that we shouldn't take advantage of those willing to help, but, it does mean that we will delay that process for as long as physically possible. Call it pride!

 

[Goofyernmost]

You and me both but that would have it's own set of problems. FAA regs, landing fees, tie down fees and so on.

You have your agent take care of that stuff. That's what wealth is for. You just get on the plane, tell the pilot not to spare the jet fuel and head on out and back. Delegation is your friend.

 

[ajrwdwgirl]

So I'm home from work today. I was sick a couple of weeks ago and a cough has hung around. So anyway, since then by the end of everyday I've been on the verge of losing my voice (voice hoarse and throat scratchy) and yesterday I lost my voice. Today it is still gone and things feel strained. Since it is hard to teach without a voice I'm giving myself a break, hopefully those vocal chords will rest up and I will be able to talk again tomorrow. Hubby actually had to call me in since I'm squeaky/whispery. I just wish the weather was better so I could rest up on the porch, but it is in the 50's and drizzling.

 

[betty rose]

Goodnight!

Early bird gets the worm!

Thank you. I'm glad your test went well.

 

[betty rose]

I darn my socks all the time, especially when I can't find a matching one...
"Darn sock! Where ARE you...?! "

Okay, you made my day! Thanks for the laugh!

 

[betty rose]

I start the new one July1. The job description is like three pages long. Clearly they plan on working me to death.

I hope it works out well for you. Good luck!

 

[betty rose]

We're always there early, and usually end up with plenty of time to relax at the gate before boarding. We've never missed a flight.

We like to get there early enough, so we are ready if things change.

 

[betty rose]

Unfortunately not. I'm working at my current job right up until July 1, at which point I transfer to the new position. I'm actually still going to be doing some work for my current job at the new location (don't ask - very complicated). I feel like I've been traded to another football team. Arghhhhh.

Sorry , that sounds stressful.

 

[betty rose]

But can you imagine a 28 hour without stopping to reach WDW by car. Oy.

Seriously though I started this last year with my Mom. When you get to the lobby request a wheelchair since it is difficult for you to stand. For the cost of a 'tip' to the pusher you go to the front of the line, you and your party and they will take you to your gate. The perk of age.
Won't help your time on the airplane but it will help the wear on your legs getting to your gate.

Thanks for the advice. This time we are checking all of our bags, except one. Hubby will pull it. That should make things easier. I'm keeping that tip in mind, for when I can't do the walking any more.

 

[betty rose]

Thank you so much. I just passed onto my DD who is a game (board game) junkie. My thanks to your DD too.

Your welcome. This has become, our most favorite game. Things change with playing each round. I will pass on your thanks, to our daughter.

 

[betty rose]

People!

That is one of my DD pet peeves especially when the waterpark is open. Stay till the last second then take their little ones into locker room and shower them up, wash and dry their hair, put jammies on, 45 minutes later after close and they are still there.

My DD being an employee for so long created a new announcement. About 20 minutes before closing she announces that and that the locker rooms will remain open for 15 minutes after pool closing at which time the doors will be locked and the lights will go off. Helped somewhat.

Very creative, good for her.

 

[betty rose]

Actually, there is a service like Uber for plane sif I remember correctly. Where you actually pool with a ton of people to rent a private jet.
When you fill it, it usually costs less than a normal plane flight. and has more space and is more private.

I'm going to have hubby check that out. We have already bought our tickets for June and October. Might work for next June. Thanks for the tip.