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jan49829
True Blue Farmgirl
2428 Posts
Janet
Winter Haven
Florida
USA
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churunga
True Blue Farmgirl
3919 Posts
Marie
Minneapolis
MN
USA
3919 Posts |
 Posted - Dec 25 2018 : 4:22:02 PM
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Well I was cooking dinner. I was hampered by the intrusions of Lowell questioning everything I did and every ingredient I included. Then my glass pan exploded when I was making gravy. I was done at that point I was done. I really hate this family get together especially since it is HIS family not mine. I'm not doing this again. I want to go home to mommy and daddy. I am drunk right now.
Marie, Sister #5142
Farmgirl of the Month May 2014
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HollerGirl56
True Blue Farmgirl
1334 Posts
Barbara
Flat Top
WV
USA
1334 Posts |
Posted - Dec 26 2018 : 08:57:59 AM
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Marie---I don't usually read this as I am so far behind in the conversation. I'm sorry but I laughed so hard at your gravy pan exploding that I almost peed my pants---LOL> I think so many of us have horrible family holidays. I used to cook all the meals and everyone would come and make trouble and be mean. They are all dead and gone and I no longer speak to my sister for putting things on Facebook about me---and don't you know I kinda miss it all and the drama too. Life without family do get lonely---even if we weren't The Brady Bunch.
Old Age Ain't No Place For Sissies!------Bette Davis |
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churunga
True Blue Farmgirl
3919 Posts
Marie
Minneapolis
MN
USA
3919 Posts |
Posted - Dec 26 2018 : 1:22:43 PM
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I make the meal as a kind of gift. I have done this for many years. Once when we were at Lowell's daughter's place, I had to cook and she didn't even help. She said she was too scared. At least I try. That pan was a glass baking pan and my favorite. It shattered while I was making gravy in it. In retrospect, using it was a bad idea. I used the pan to warm up the rotisserie chicken and there were lovely drippings in it. Lowell is macrobiotic and objects to using cow milk. I maintain that cow milk is just the perfect ingredient for so many things I love. I do not bake with non-dairy milks because I am unsure of the chemical reactions. Baking is very tricky sometimes. Lowell just would not leave me alone and delayed me with questions and remarks. When his daughter came, she kept telling me to "Stop! Stop!" when I was asking Lowell to leave the kitchen. When the pan shattered, I just left the apartment. I ended up eating the rest of the dinner rolls, a piece of pie and too much wine. I guess I was "that" relative. I couldn't even retreat to the bedroom because Lowell said I was being unsociable by not being present. How I needed to just lie down and be calm. I was so tired from standing making food for several hours. I just can't do this again with this crowd. I am angry and want to believe that I won't go to another holiday celebration with them. To be honest, I would be okay if I were not even invited. However, I probably will go and even offer to help.
Marie, Sister #5142
Farmgirl of the Month May 2014
Try everything once and the fun things twice. |
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Audra Rose
True Blue Farmgirl
2204 Posts
Vanessa
Brooksville
KY
USA
2204 Posts |
Posted - Dec 27 2018 : 04:11:43 AM
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Darlin', gravy in a jar is good enough for this crowd. Save your gift of cooking for one dish, and do everything else easy. We had Bob Evans mashed potatoes (my bro-in-law bragged how he peeled them!) Stovetop stuffing and roasted veggies. Also too many desserts to eat.
I'm sorry about your pan - was it a Pyrex? Let me know the size and I'll keep my eyes open for one.
Farmgirl Sister #6754
Doxie Mom - Everyone loves a Weiner!
Women and cats will do as they please, and men and dogs just need to relax and accept it.
Write it on your heart that every day is the best day of the year. NPR Reader's Almanac |
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churunga
True Blue Farmgirl
3919 Posts
Marie
Minneapolis
MN
USA
3919 Posts |
Posted - Dec 27 2018 : 08:16:19 AM
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It was a large, rectangle baking pan about (15 X 10). It was clear glass and yes, a Pyrex. Don't worry about it, my dearest sister. I behaved very badly that day and I do not want to be rewarded for it. It is interesting that some FB friends gave me a thumbs up for this.
Marie, Sister #5142
Farmgirl of the Month May 2014
Try everything once and the fun things twice. |
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jan49829
True Blue Farmgirl
2428 Posts
Janet
Winter Haven
Florida
USA
2428 Posts |
Posted - Jan 01 2019 : 4:50:44 PM
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Happy New Year!!!! Hope this year brings health, wealth and happiness throughout the year. We have had beautiful weather here lately. 80 degrees here today. A great way to start the new year. I am enjoying it.
We put our Christmas decorations away today, now it looks so bare in here, even though we did not go overboard with the decorating this year.
Have a great evening,
Jan
Farmgirl Sister #3340
http://hardatworkcrafts.blogspot.com
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jan49829
True Blue Farmgirl
2428 Posts
Janet
Winter Haven
Florida
USA
2428 Posts |
Posted - Jan 04 2019 : 4:42:43 PM
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Good evening,
Hope everyone had a good holiday season. Time seems to be just flying by so fast. The weeks zoom right on by. It has been pretty quiet on here lately.
It has been in the 80s here but a cool down is due tomorrow, high around 67. I will not mind that, because I am in the middle of painting our Florida room. Got the ceiling done today. It is so white now, looks new. The lady that lived here before smoked in there and the walls and ceiling are brown from tobacco. It will look so nice once I finish. Then we need new furniture in there.
Hope all is well with all of you. My daughter is just getting over the flu. She is in Michigan and said it is very widespread there right now. So far, so good here. Bob and I both got flu shots in October, so hopefully we are safe from that. Hopefully no colds either this year?
Have a great evening,
Jan
Farmgirl Sister #3340
http://hardatworkcrafts.blogspot.com
http://Jan49829.etsy.com
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janiee
True Blue Farmgirl
820 Posts
Janie
Shawnee
Oklahoma
USA
820 Posts |
Posted - Jan 08 2019 : 06:03:32 AM
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Oh guys my heart is broken. Discovered my only surviving brother dead yesterday. Cannot stop shaking or crying. I know I haven't been here much lately but I need all the prayers and good thoughts I can get. Thanks
Janie
Farmgirl 390
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craftingram
True Blue Farmgirl
526 Posts
Karin
Nashville
In
USA
526 Posts |
Posted - Jan 08 2019 : 06:26:17 AM
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Janiee, I am so very sorry. I know that was a devastating thing. Keeping you in prayer.
Karin
Sister #2708
Romans 8: 38,39 |
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churunga
True Blue Farmgirl
3919 Posts
Marie
Minneapolis
MN
USA
3919 Posts |
Posted - Jan 08 2019 : 09:55:51 AM
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I will be thinking about you Janiee. Take care of yourself and come back when you are able.
Marie, Sister #5142
Farmgirl of the Month May 2014
Try everything once and the fun things twice. |
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Audra Rose
True Blue Farmgirl
2204 Posts
Vanessa
Brooksville
KY
USA
2204 Posts |
Posted - Jan 08 2019 : 2:56:47 PM
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Janie, I'll be praying for you.
Farmgirl Sister #6754
Doxie Mom - Everyone loves a Weiner!
Women and cats will do as they please, and men and dogs just need to relax and accept it.
The world is so full of a number of things I think we should all be as happy as kings. Robert Louis Stevenson |
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jan49829
True Blue Farmgirl
2428 Posts
Janet
Winter Haven
Florida
USA
2428 Posts |
Posted - Jan 08 2019 : 5:13:10 PM
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Janiee, I am so sorry for your loss. If I remember right, you lost a brother a few years back hit by a car? I really feel for you. Sending hugs and prayers. Know that we are here for you.
Marie, Did you get a lot of snow yesterday? Back in Michigan they got 8 inches. All the schools were closed. Here it is in the high 70s, but another cool down in a couple of days.
I have been very busy painting our lanai (sun room) That is quite a job. Most of it has to be done with a brush,2 coats. One more wall left to put on the 2nd coat, hen I am done painting. Shampooed the carpet, new drapes. It looks like a brand new room!!!! What a difference paint can make. I have been working in it since Thursday. Tomorrow I am taking the da off. We are going to Sea World for a little get away. We are only 30 miles from there. We will get a yearly pass again, that way we can go whenever we want for a year. We like it there, it is not as busy as Disney.
Have a great evening,
Jan
Farmgirl Sister #3340
http://hardatworkcrafts.blogspot.com
http://Jan49829.etsy.com
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churunga
True Blue Farmgirl
3919 Posts
Marie
Minneapolis
MN
USA
3919 Posts |
Posted - Jan 08 2019 : 9:36:09 PM
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We have no snow. Just bitter cold.
Marie, Sister #5142
Farmgirl of the Month May 2014
Try everything once and the fun things twice. |
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suny58
True Blue Farmgirl
4330 Posts
Dianna
Jack
Al.
USA
4330 Posts |
Posted - Jan 09 2019 : 08:23:24 AM
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My heart is broken with you Janie, I am so very sorry hon. Praying for comfort and peace for you. I know our Father in heaven is grieving your loss and heartache also. Huge hugs....
Farmgirl #7103
FGOTM January 2018
Dianna
"Blessed are they that see beautiful things in humble places, where other people see nothing." Pissarro |
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suny58
True Blue Farmgirl
4330 Posts
Dianna
Jack
Al.
USA
4330 Posts |
Posted - Jan 09 2019 : 08:26:32 AM
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Jan, it's been pretty mild weather here as well. Southern Al. I've been outside prepping my garden and cleaning out brush. I think a cold front might be coming through so I'll catch up on indoor activities, like painting g the foyer! Always something to keep us busy!
Farmgirl #7103
FGOTM January 2018
Dianna
"Blessed are they that see beautiful things in humble places, where other people see nothing." Pissarro |
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Tumbleweed
True Blue Farmgirl
1019 Posts
Nancy
Texas
USA
1019 Posts |
Posted - Jan 09 2019 : 08:33:17 AM
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Janiee,
Sorry to read about your loss. I will be praying for you.
TW
The fun begins where the sidewalk ends. Shel Silverstein |
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Audra Rose
True Blue Farmgirl
2204 Posts
Vanessa
Brooksville
KY
USA
2204 Posts |
Posted - Jan 10 2019 : 6:44:56 PM
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We are expecting snow all day Saturday and possibly Sunday. After I get paid tomorrow, I'll be stocking up on basic survival supplies: chocolate, .....um...I can't think of anything else!
Farmgirl Sister #6754
Doxie Mom - Everyone loves a Weiner!
Women and cats will do as they please, and men and dogs just need to relax and accept it.
The world is so full of a number of things I think we should all be as happy as kings. Robert Louis Stevenson |
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churunga
True Blue Farmgirl
3919 Posts
Marie
Minneapolis
MN
USA
3919 Posts |
Posted - Jan 11 2019 : 10:13:32 AM
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Good for you! Start with what is most important!
I just signed up for two classes at the First Unitarian Universalist church of which I am a member: Chi-Gung (meditative exercise) and Weekly Meditation Group. The theme here is healthy mind and body. I need to do more to settle my turbulent mind and start to move and stretch my body. I am so glad these classes are free.
Marie, Sister #5142
Farmgirl of the Month May 2014
Try everything once and the fun things twice. |
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Audra Rose
True Blue Farmgirl
2204 Posts
Vanessa
Brooksville
KY
USA
2204 Posts |
Posted - Jan 26 2019 : 7:05:53 PM
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This morning at 7:11 am there was a 2.0 earthquake nearby in Northern KY. Unfortunately I was asleep and it was mild.
Farmgirl Sister #6754
Doxie Mom - Everyone loves a Weiner!
Women and cats will do as they please, and men and dogs just need to relax and accept it.
The world is so full of a number of things I think we should all be as happy as kings. Robert Louis Stevenson |
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craftingram
True Blue Farmgirl
526 Posts
Karin
Nashville
In
USA
526 Posts |
Posted - Jan 27 2019 : 06:25:43 AM
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Vanessa, sorry you missed the earthquake, but glad you didn't get any damage.
How are the classes going Marie? I hope you are starting to feel better.
I have been packing. We are moving ourselves to Virginia (it just ended up being the easiest, least expensive way). Not sure when we'll actually be moved in. The weather is causing problems. I'm not driving through the mountains of West Virginia in the snow with a 16' trailer. It will be done when it is.
Hope everyone is well and keeping warm.
Karin
Sister #2708
Romans 8: 38,39 |
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17023 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17023 Posts |
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levisgrammy
True Blue Farmgirl
9237 Posts
Denise
Beavercreek
Ohio
USA
9237 Posts |
Posted - Jan 29 2019 : 4:12:12 PM
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Haven't been on this thread in ages. Janiee just wanted to let you know I am so sorry and I am keeping you in prayer.
~Denise
Sister #43~1/18/2007
"Home is where we find comfort, security, memories, friendship, hospitality, and above all, family. It is the place that deserves our commitment and loyalty." William J. Bennett
"Thy Word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path." Psalm 119:105
http://www.ladybugsandlilacs.blogspot.com/
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churunga
True Blue Farmgirl
3919 Posts
Marie
Minneapolis
MN
USA
3919 Posts |
Posted - Jan 30 2019 : 12:21:41 AM
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Today in Minneapolis MN: Air Temp: -17 F With Wind Chill: -48 F. I will not leave the apartment until Friday.
Marie
Sister #5142
Farmgirl of the Month May 2014
Try everything once and the fun things twice. |
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levisgrammy
True Blue Farmgirl
9237 Posts
Denise
Beavercreek
Ohio
USA
9237 Posts |
Posted - Jan 30 2019 : 07:10:17 AM
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Oh Marie! Better stay bundled up. I would be hunkered down with a quilt, a book and hot drinks!
~Denise
Sister #43~1/18/2007
"Home is where we find comfort, security, memories, friendship, hospitality, and above all, family. It is the place that deserves our commitment and loyalty." William J. Bennett
"Thy Word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path." Psalm 119:105
http://www.ladybugsandlilacs.blogspot.com/
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Gathered Up: Over 50 Farmgirls |
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Over 50 Farmgirls
