The Chit Chat Chit Chat Thread

[Gabe1]

He didn't get the "my god your awesome" response he wanted so he blames this thread now for all "sticking together".

Oy. I raised 2 kids Disney. One kids first trip at 14 months and the other kids first trip 2 months old.

My way of dealing with Disney transportation when my kids were small was if there was not seating I let guests willing to stand pass us up and we just waited for the next bus (and there is always a next bus) where we could safely sit our children down. Funny that the Parent was quick to blame millennials vs the Me First Generation they are apart of. Odd it never crossed their mind just to wait for the next bus so Jack and Jill could have a seat, poor judgement of the parents part.

Pattern: Blame Millennials, Blame the Chit Chat members. Anyone but the Parents.

 

[Gabe1]

I would have to agree with that. I had an all expense paid trip to Vietnam for a years vacation. I've talked with many veterans that do go back, I do not have any desire to ever go there again even if they paid me thousands of dollars to do so. I'm just barely starting to get the feeling out of my brain, no need to renew old memories.

Yeah I am real curious to hear my nieces take (20 years old) on this trip cause my Sis would never say but niece will. I saw a picture of the cruise ship they are taking down some river and I saw boats tugging barges that looked more inviting than this 'cruise ship.' So I understand if @FutureCEO relocates to a different country he is being mindful of what countries are on the table.

My Dad was in Occupied Japan first. He was recalled into the service when Korea first erupted and deployed because he was already trained. He had zero desire to return to Japan or Korea. Actually he tried hard to forget his Service and not talk about it. It wasn't until his elderly years that he shared some photos and thoughts and even then very little.

 

[Gabe1]

The rest of the holidays got thrown into the air. Yesterday my dh lost an uncle and it was also my step sis' birthday and moms didn't handle it well

Sorry. You've had a very bumpy 2017 too.

 

[MinnieM123]

I'm sure with all you've got going on it is hard to find the time for that. I actually had a nice slate of activities planned for today, like brunch, wrapping presents, going to a hot cocoa bar party at church, but all that was scrapped because of this stupid cold I have.

This particular cold that has made its way around the country seems to be a bit stronger than the common cold. I couldn't completely get rid of it for almost 15 days, and that's never happened before. It's just been hanging on for many people I know.

 

[MinnieM123]

That is a good point. Sometimes those thris parties can take a month to deliver especially if it comes from Asia.

Especially China. Things can get stuck in their customs for a few weeks.

 

[DryerLintFan]

Oy. I raised 2 kids Disney. One kids first trip at 14 months and the other kids first trip 2 months old.

My way of dealing with Disney transportation when my kids were small was if there was not seating I let guests willing to stand pass us up and we just waited for the next bus (and there is always a next bus) where we could safely sit our children down. Funny that the Parent was quick to blame millennials vs the Me First Generation they are apart of. Odd it never crossed their mind just to wait for the next bus so Jack and Jill could have a seat, poor judgement of the parents part.

Pattern: Blame Millennials, Blame the Chit Chat members. Anyone but the Parents.

He's not actually a gen xer! He and I both belong to that weird micro generation between gen x/gen y and millennials. Technically, we're millennials and we have a lot of millennial traits, but we also have a ton of gen x traits. So we identify with things and misunderstand things from both generations

 

[Mr Ferret 75]

He's not actually a gen xer! He and I both belong to that weird micro generation between gen x/gen y and millennials. Technically, we're millennials and we have a lot of millennial traits, but we also have a ton of gen x traits. So we identify with things and misunderstand things from both generations

I cannot get my head around the whole genx millenial etc.

 

[Figgy1]

The difference being that @figmentfan423 never intends her tormenting of @Mr Ferret 88 to be mean. She doesn't have a mean bone in her body.

That guy on the other hand was doing it to be a jerk. He was also going after @DisneyBound2017 and me, but the worst was said to Ferret.

He was just wrong on so many levels.

THNX but you're quite wrong about the not having a mean bone thing. I have several and would like to use one on that for going after all of you. As for picking on @Mr Ferret 88 that my job as his much younger sibling

 

[Figgy1]

I cannot get my head around the whole genx millenial etc.

^^^This

 

[Figgy1]

Thanks, I hope I feel better tomorrow too. This morning when I took hubby to work I stopped at school and put together a sub plan for Monday just in case. That way if I feel wretched tomorrow I will call the lady that arranges the subs and roll back over and go to sleep. Although I have not improved all day, so I might call tonight.

Sympathy like. Sending more {{HUGS}} from a nice safe distance. I hear rum helps, mojito anyone just make sure to use fresh limes. GWS xoxo

 

[Figgy1]

I get the certain countries. My Sis left yesterday to vacation in Vietnam, Cambodia and few other neighboring countries. Me, mouth open and the desire to say But Why? Granted my memories and knowledge of those countries are from my childhood, maybe it is now the mecca for tourism now???

I'm with you! If I want palm trees and authentic Asian food I'll head to Florida or southern California, I have the names of a few family run places.

 

[MySmallWorldof4]

This particular cold that has made its way around the country seems to be a bit stronger than the common cold. I couldn't completely get rid of it for almost 15 days, and that's never happened before. It's just been hanging on for many people I know.

That sounds totally what dh has been dealing with. It will be 2 weeks Tuesday since hus illness seemed to start.

 

[MySmallWorldof4]

He's not actually a gen xer! He and I both belong to that weird micro generation between gen x/gen y and millennials. Technically, we're millennials and we have a lot of millennial traits, but we also have a ton of gen x traits. So we identify with things and misunderstand things from both generations

I am considered gen x. I have issues with the whole breaking people down into these categories because deep down it is our personalities, morality, and upbringing that make us who we are. Some people just have a need to put everyone into groups and thus offer no leeway from those groups. If you are a millenial you act this way, a baby boomer this way, the greatest generation this way. Like Depeche Mode said, people are people. You have good and bad, etc. It does not matter what year you are born. Circumstances are different for everyone.

 

[Figgy1]

Sorry. You've had a very bumpy 2017 too.

THNX it wasn't all bad. James is doing well in high school 2nd in his class and 10th in the whole school. He met a few nice new friends(known as the geek squad) and is as tight as ever with his bff. He's enjoying both chorus and band(me not so much) So in general he's extremely happy. My older ds is doing well and enjoying his activities. My dh has gotten more into glass etching which he tried last year and is getting very good at it and it keeps him less underfoot when he's here. and for myself this year has had it's ups and down, way more down than I would like but so far I've survived and the year has seemed to fly by. ps I'm hoping Santa leaves me set of hidden Mickey wine glasses

 

[Figgy1]

This particular cold that has made its way around the country seems to be a bit stronger than the common cold. I couldn't completely get rid of it for almost 15 days, and that's never happened before. It's just been hanging on for many people I know.

That sounds totally what dh has been dealing with. It will be 2 weeks Tuesday since hus illness seemed to start.

That stinks. @MySmallWorldof4 prayers and pixie dust you dh is better soon

 

[MySmallWorldof4]

THNX it wasn't all bad. James is doing well in high school 2nd in his class and 10th in the whole school. He met a few nice new friends(known as the geek squad) and is as tight as ever with his bff. He's enjoying both chorus and band(me not so much) So in general he's extremely happy. My older ds is doing well and enjoying his activities. My dh has gotten more into glass etching which he tried last year and is getting very good at it and it keeps him less underfoot when he's here. and for myself this year has had it's ups and down, way more down than I would like but so far I've survived and the year has seemed to fly by. ps I'm hoping Santa leaves me set of hidden Mickey wine glasses

Hooray for James!! I don’t think there has ever been a perfect year since I was a kid with no responsibility. Every year for me since entering adulthood(the years after marriage when I was no longer living with parent), has had difficulties for sure, this one being no exception. I think I always go, “hope tomorrow is better”. I never forget to ask for help from above.

 

[Mr Ferret 75]

THNX but you're quite wrong about the not having a mean bone thing. I have several and would like to use one on that for going after all of you. As for picking on @Mr Ferret 88 that my job as his much younger sibling

Thanks for y'all looking out for me. As much as i don't let the opinion of one interweb blowhard get to me its nice to have friends.
And @figmentfan423 i am 42 so how mich younger are you ???

 

[Figgy1]

Thanks for y'all looking out for me. As much as i don't let the opinion of one interweb blowhard get to me its nice to have friends.
And @figmentfan423 i am 42 so how mich younger are you ???

Wouldn't you like to know

 

[Mr Ferret 75]

Wouldn't you like to know

21 ?

 

[MySmallWorldof4]

Wouldn't you like to know

(Raises hand like Horseshack in Welcome Back Kotter)"Oooh, I know, I know!"