pbnj
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Post by pbnj on Jan 7, 2017 15:40:11 GMT
Morning! Not sure why I'm still online (yes, I know, procrastinating putting the rest of the decorations away!) It's been snowing since about 6am--we're in the 3-6 range here in NJ. Lovely to look at...awful to clear and be out in and it's friggin' cold!! Was supposed to see the other 2 grands today for a belated birthday but nobody wants to drive in this mess!
Must be the week for pork tenderloin. Made some with sweet potatoes earlier in the week and had left overs last night! Yum! Think it's chili for lunch and soup for supper--and maybe some hot chocolate later! Just looking out the window makes me cold!!
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Post by ksbruns on Jan 7, 2017 15:53:23 GMT
susiq25679 Susi....I have missed what is wrong with Charlie.....good luck!
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Post by doordie50 on Jan 7, 2017 16:04:51 GMT
Good Morning
Its 20 and snowing here. A typical Saturday on tap for us - chores, groceries and a rented movie tonight with this weather. It feels good to be back on track with the holidays well behind now. Here's to a good WI Monday.
The vet believes our kitty has Lupus. Yet another test to confirm 100% but, it really does seem to be the culprit. She has virtually all the symptoms including low cell count and being lame in the leg. Her breed (Persian) is particularly susceptible. I just can't get my brain wrapped around it.
@imenglish that movie looks really good. Its among several I'd like to see - hope you really enjoy it.
Hope everyone has a good Saturday!
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Post by pbnj on Jan 7, 2017 16:07:53 GMT
@doordie What do they do for kitties with Lupus?
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Post by Deleted on Jan 7, 2017 16:09:00 GMT
doordie50,I'm so sorry about your kitty.At one time in my younger years they thought I had it but thankfully I did not.Keeping you and kitty in my thoughts and prayers.Good luck at WI Monday.
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Post by DebDoesWW on Jan 7, 2017 16:14:07 GMT
Oh no doordie50 poor kitty!! I didn't even know cats were susceptible to Lupus 🙁
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Post by susiq25679 on Jan 7, 2017 16:18:53 GMT
susiq25679 Susi....I have missed what is wrong with Charlie.....good luck He has a benign tumor on his tail. It's being removed on the 16th. Poor guy is getting old.
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Post by pamthomas46 on Jan 7, 2017 16:29:32 GMT
Sunny today and temps headed to the 30s. I'm finishing up laundry and making a pot of soup. Decorations taken down and packed away will continue today. Keeping warm will be key. Have a great day everyone.
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Post by sullicat1 on Jan 7, 2017 16:33:57 GMT
Good morning.
Susiq, i must have missed Charlie's health report also. I'm sure he'll do great. I remember Charlie stories from when I first started posting on the old boards quite a few years ago.
Doo, lupus? Didn't know kitties could get that. What do they do for it? Hope kitty's going to be ok with meds.
Late this morning. Got,up early & decided to tackle my "storage" closet. I have more potions, lotions, hair stuff and a bazillion tooth brushes. Anyone need one, lol? That closet is just about done & I'll think about the bedroom closet, like Kathy, at Tara!
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Post by 100gone on Jan 7, 2017 17:15:33 GMT
Oh no, sorry to hear about Charlie and kitty. I didn't know cats could get lupus so I hope they can do something for her. And I hope Charlie's surgery goes well.
It's snowing here and we're supposed to get 8-12 inches I think. I went to the gym early before the snow started and it felt good to get a workout in.
Cherry, where do you live? It's been so cold there! ❄️
I hope everyone has a good day and stays safe and warm!
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Post by ksbruns on Jan 7, 2017 20:13:14 GMT
Oh my, to both doordie50 and susiq25679 I am so sorry....I spent so much on PL this past year and am just grateful I started on pet insurance when I did because I can't imagine what it would cost now...they almost put out what I had paid for it this year. And it is so hard when our pets are sick because they can't tell us what's wrong; J is besotted with Leia and I'm not looking forward to these next few years. Hang in, both of you!
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Post by lmenglish on Jan 7, 2017 21:28:35 GMT
Hidden Figures was a great movie. Too bad DH didn't go with me, he would have loved the old footage of the shuttles and the airline about the IBM computer, we still have computer lunch cards in the garage. If you do go see it, stay for the ending credits, they have photos of theses women today!
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Post by doordie50 on Jan 8, 2017 1:28:59 GMT
Aww pbnj DebDoesWW borntexan ksbruns sullicat1 100gone thanks guys. Yes its so strange - I didn't know about feline lupus either but, apparently Persians, Siamese and Himis are all very susceptible to it. I've been so confused with now another leg appearing to be injured and all the virus-type stuff starting right in. I think steroids like prednisone are a part of the treatment but, I confess there's a learning curve. I don't think there's a cure. Kathy its so true about the money. Since September and her Achilles we're in over four grand now. We all love our fur babies but, healthcare for them is insane. susiq25679 so sorry about your Charlie's tail. Hope it goes well. Its hard when they get older isn't it. Onward and upwards! @imenglish so glad the movie was great. I love good movies based on true events of significance. I'm about to watch Sully now lol Thanks again all -- hope everyone has a nice evening.
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Post by zazzles on Jan 8, 2017 1:47:02 GMT
Well it has been a somewhat productive day.
My only trip out was to get a haircut and I picked up some Dutch Crunch rolls on the way home.
I spent time recommissioning my iMac computer by loading it with the content from my MacBook Air laptop. I decided I have too many computers hanging around and am consolidating down to a few and preparing the others for sale on eBay.
I also made some more progress cleaning my office. Cleaning is an understatement because I could barely move in there for the past five years. There's still more to do, but I'm feeling a sense of accomplishment and hopefulness that I can make it into an enjoyable space again.
I managed to do all of my laundry which is all put away, so I'm ready for whatever occasion may occur for the next couple of weeks.
I found and tested one emergency lantern (but can't find the 2nd one) in advance of the huge storm that is to hit tonight. Hopefully we won't lose power—the city of Santa Clara seldom does as we have our own utility company, but it is best to be prepared. The gas log in the fireplace will keep me warm if the power goes out and the furnace won't run. I also drained about 10" of water out of the pool so it has the capacity to hold rainwater without overflowing; not something I usually do but just another precaution.
So now I'm ready to relax with some TV and a bit of dinner later. I hope to be sleeping to the pitter-patter of rain on the roof tonight.
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Post by zazzles on Jan 8, 2017 1:48:21 GMT
Hidden Figures was a great movie. Too bad DH didn't go with me, he would have loved the old footage of the shuttles and the airline about the IBM computer, we still have computer lunch cards in the garage. If you do go see it, stay for the ending credits, they have photos of theses women today! I looked at the trailer this morning, and would have seen it if I hadn't had a haircut appointment. I plan to see it tomorrow morning if the storm doesn't derail my plan. It does look like a great movie.
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