happystuff
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Sounds like, over all, things went well, SiouzQ. I'm glad. Hope the rest of the healing goes quickly.

Did pizza last night, so that chicken soup is tonight.

That's great, Tradd!

This is Sally. About 3 months old.

6:57 pm ET. Taking care of the new member of the household. Can't believe there is a baby in the house again!! Sorry for the sideways....

Cloudy and overcast, so I think I'll throw a chicken stew into the cp.

Went to a Korean restaurant (whole family!) for dh's birthday. Very expensive but sooooo good!

I was actually planning an "around the country" trip later this year as a retirement gift to myself. That has been post-poned a bit as I have been...

Went to a sort-of-local famers' market with some friends. They always go, my first time. On their recommendation, got three BIG stuffed/flavored...

Good news on your mom, TMS. Still sending prayers and positive energies to you!

IRL I'm pretty much an open book, very much an extrovert, but online I prefer anonymity. I don't have many secrets worth keeping, but do lean towards...

Pulled some pre-cooked shredded chicken out of the freezer. Think I'll make a big salad and just have the combo for dinner. Feel the need to eat...

It's messy to make, but I really like a shredded beat salad with some homemade dressing of some kind. Have a recipe in my cookbook somewhere. LOL.

Going to make some sourdough pizza crust, but not sure I'm in the mood for pizza tonight. LOL.

Just got back from a 3-day wedding extravaganza (whole story in and of itself!), so I'm a bit afraid to look in the fridge yet. Tried to get it as...

Very nice! Congrats to your dh!

rr, I've gotten into the habit of dividing up meal portions of animal protein pretty quickly. I, however, have to do a better job of labeling what...

I believe your HOA is a happy enigma, bae! YAY!

"Communities" now have HOAs. We've even seen vacant lots of land that are affordable and we would actually be able to afford to build/move a...

pinkytoe, we set the same limit and it is SO HARD finding a place that has no HOA or lot rental fees! Sigh....

We are still looking to downsize, but are not having much luck at all. Still decluttering this house, so that's at least one good thing.

I'll add to your rant.... I hate getting recruitment stuff in the mail from the insurance company that dropped us!!!! >:(

I find that when my donation corner is empty, I need to look around and fill it again! LOL.

Grocery shopping today and came across three small roaster chickens for $3.99 each - snatched them up! Since they are reduced for quick sale, I have...

Congrats to your sister, rr! And thank you and early morning for the well-wished.

So sorry things have gotten so much more difficult for both of you, Tradd and TMS! Hugs and hope things improve. TMS, I agree with the others -...

Something with beans. LOL. Cleaning the pantry and used up some smaller portions of a variety of beans. May end up as soup with cornbread. Or maybe...

Thanks so much! Again, you all have been so supportive through all of this! Now, if only Medicare B will be processed so I can get some health...

And I am now retired!

I agree! Was just talking to a friend about this.

I think I need to start posting here again - just to let myself know i'm doing SOMETHING - LOL. Made bread, made sourdough pizza dough,...

Even the choir needs reminders. ;)

I never really related to MMM, but I kind of like this rule! Problem is - and this is a problem whenever money/savings/cutting back arise - I am...

Loved reading all of those. The one I still have, and actually still reference, is The Complete Tightwad Gazette. Her price comparisons are way off...

Got up to go see it, but clouds. Did get a nice picture or two of the sunrise through the clouds, though. Came home and saw a live broadcast of the...

I hope you find something. Hugs to you.

Homemade mac 'n cheese casserole w/peas and sausage.

Thanks. Writing this down to use if this new stuff doesn't work!

Thought I would just reuse this thread. There is a partial solar eclipse this coming Saturday morning. Again, a google search should bring up the...

I'm not sure what this falls under, but I hope it ends up being frugal! LOL. Was looking for something to clean the shower with - lots of soap...

TMS, read to fast and didn't realize your mom also had cancer. Sending even more prayers and positive energies to you both.

Ham and spinach quiche with homemade biscuits.

So nice that your family has been expanding in such a positive way!

A friend made them a long time ago. I enjoyed them, but have never made them myself.

Thanks, IL. You've been very supportive with this and I appreciate it!

Last night was tilapia with steamed broccoli and wheat berries. Not sure about tonight. LOL - interesting that I'm not that well-planned for...

Needed to upload a document for a retirement "thing". Scanned the document, marked it as needed, was in one of their "recommended" browsers and...

Wonderful ideas. Good thread - making me realize I need to step up and start helping where/when I can.

Ditto rr. I'm not due for a couple more years yet, so will look into that when the time comes.

That sounds so good - and healthy!

Oh, pooh. Missed it! Would have loved to participate!

Still haven't finished Les Miserables, but have started Jane Eyre. Enjoying it so far.

Help is always a good thing. So cute!

Since I'm technically still an employee, I decided to post here. This has been my first week of vacation before retirement. I'm still waiting to...

They did this to me a year or so ago. Wanted three "Friends" to confirm my id (did that - didn't work); wanted a photo uploaded (nope, don't do...

Decided to go healthy. Made a big salad last night with seasoned chicken, cheese, dressing and croutons on the side. Yum! I love a good salad!

I guess I need to add this to my list of to-do's. Thanks for the reminders/stories, everyone.

You are all making me think I need to get started with some seeds. I usually don't have any luck at all, but am always game to try. Thanks for the...