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Post by Deleted on Jan 18, 2017 14:13:08 GMT
We are a group of like-minded people that gather to discuss a host of topics from weight loss, to current events. Our thread celebrates liberal diversity, welcomes new friends, and respects all opinions. We count everything from calories to points but, we never count our chickens before they've hatched!
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Post by Deleted on Jan 18, 2017 14:37:32 GMT
www.slate.com/blogs/the_slatest/2017/01/17/devos_says_states_don_t_have_to_comply_with_federal_law_protecting_disabled.html?wpsrc=sh_all_dt_fb_topWell, this ticked me off before I even finished my tea this morning. Having a son who's education relied on Special Education in our school here in my town, I can't imagine what would have happened to him if not for some wonderful Special Ed teachers & Classrooms where he could learn at his own pace & with the support of the entire school system ... But then again I suppose having a President who mocked a Handicapped reporter, I should not be surprised should this become the norm or that his nominee for Ed Sec knows NOTHING... I also loved Elizabeth's Warrens questioning of Betsy D. on Pell Grants & college fraud ( Trump U) ....Well worth watching that questioning. Just mind boggling & dangerous the depth of knowledge that Tweetie's nominee do NOT posses on so many levels. Also the fact that this woman & her husband donate to schools where they then set the agenda for for what is being taught, leaning towards a white Christian agenda. Just shaking my head! Joyce. I hope you had a better nights sleep & that things are ready & set for your Mom to move into her new home tomorrow. If it weren't for you ladies, I would be going crazy on my own, thinking of Friday & what's to come. Thanks for the insight & especially the humor.
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Post by nashville11 on Jan 18, 2017 16:57:21 GMT
Good morning! Linda, I am very upset about Betsy DeVos. A lot of his cabinet picks concern me deeply, but I am truly angry and upset about DeVos for Education Secretary. I can't imagine a worse choice. Education is an area near and dear to my heart, and this woman is going to do a lot of damage. Our education system does need some work, but she is most definitely not the one to do it. Why is it that those "in charge" never want to listen to anyone with actual education experience??? Ugh!!!! Slept on the reclining couch again last night. That doesn't give a good night, but it is better than trying to lie flat in the bed. Used ice as Pam suggested to me this morning, and I think that helped some as well so will keep trying that. For some strange reason while the pain never goes away, it seems to be at its worse at night, late evening, and early mornings. In the middle of the day is usually the best it gets. Oh well, lots of people have it much worse than me. I suspect Pam and Anne are two that do, so I shouldn't complain so much. Yes, my mom is still scheduled to be released from rehab tomorrow. Spoke with the social worker there again this morning. I am really hoping that once she gets settled into the AL with my dad things will go much better. Have I mentioned that I HATE Alzheimer's!!!!!  I've reached that point that we know Friday is inevitable, so I just want to get it over with and move on past it. Wonder how long it will take for the first disaster to strike? |
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Post by nashville11 on Jan 18, 2017 16:59:45 GMT
Linda, wanted to say I love your new avatar. It is so cheerful, and just so YOU with your love of gardening.  |
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Post by DebDoesWW on Jan 18, 2017 17:04:37 GMT
Hi all this is just a reminder, you can block members by clicking on their names and going to the "gear" thing, hit the drop down list and click "block member." You can also just avoid going to certain boards entirely that may cause your BP to rise Have a great day! |
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Post by nashville11 on Jan 18, 2017 17:36:34 GMT
Future Education Secretary thinks we might need guns in schools for protection from grizzly bears. Really?!! Maybe we need to have students wear aluminum foil hats too for protection from space aliens stealing their thoughts.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 18, 2017 19:09:28 GMT
Well, I'm taking Anne's advice & taking my frustrations & putting that energy into cleaning/organizing drawers, cabinets & nooks & crannies. I mean, really, how many 1/2 dried up glue bottles, & other such junk clogging up drawers do I need?!?! My Mom actually always told me when I was was stressed for one reason or another, to pick a corner (clean) & work my way out. It always helped, so, I need to remember that in the days ahead. If I do, with my frustrations & stress you all should see a bright sparkling glow up North. LOL...Cleanest & most organized house in ND...😉
I did listen to some of the hearings this morning. Such a divide in the 2 parties on what they hear when nominees testify. The GOP just overlooks & excuses any questionable behavior. I love when Al Frankin questions the nominees.
Gosh, George H. W. Bush took a turn for the worse & Barbara also hospitalized . Sure doesn't sound very good. No matter their politics, I wish them both well.
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Post by nashville11 on Jan 18, 2017 20:22:11 GMT
LOL Linda! I'm going to be watching the northern sky for that sparkling glow!  Very sorry to hear about President Bush and Barbara. I often didn't agree with his politics, but he is a very nice man and I love Barbara's spunk and the fact that she's not afraid to speak her mind. Wish them well. I like Al Franken and his questioning as well. I heard him briefly yesterday, and he doesn't let them off lightly. |
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Post by pbnj on Jan 18, 2017 22:44:39 GMT
I really can't even discuss the issue of Betsy DeVos. As a retired teacher (speech therapist, special education, reading specialist) who taught a wide range of students from severely handicapped, special needs, ESL (students who had barely any English from all over the world--South America, Latin America, Russia, Asia, Europe ) I am FURIOUS that such a person as her is even being considered for this position. She is so anti-everything that education stands for. As far as I'm concerned she a rich, evangelical bitch that wants to impose her single-minded thinking on the masses to the detriment of the poor, the underprivileged, the handicapped and those who need real education the most.
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Post by doordie50 on Jan 18, 2017 22:49:20 GMT
Hi all this is just a reminder, you can block members by clicking on their names and going to the "gear" thing, hit the drop down list and click "block member." You can also just avoid going to certain boards entirely that may cause your BP to rise Have a great day! Oh love this! It never occurs to me - like I'm still on the old WW boards or something. So ladies..... please avail yourselves, and thank you Deb
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Post by pbnj on Jan 18, 2017 23:08:01 GMT
Hi all this is just a reminder, you can block members by clicking on their names and going to the "gear" thing, hit the drop down list and click "block member." You can also just avoid going to certain boards entirely that may cause your BP to rise Have a great day! Oh love this! It never occurs to me - like I'm still on the old WW boards or something. So ladies..... please avail yourselves, and thank you Deb BUT... they will still see YOUR posts... it will just keep you from seeing theirs... |
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Post by yogamama007 on Jan 19, 2017 5:17:16 GMT
Joyce complain all you need to, we understand. You can't be getting too much sleep in the recliner. I am fortunate that I can get relief by laying in bed on my right side.
Linda-I second that thought!!!!!!!!!
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Post by yogamama007 on Jan 19, 2017 5:30:08 GMT
I watched Victoria last night in your name Joyce. IMHO the main character could be a little stronger, but we will finish the series. Love the costumes and sets.....interesting about the pickers and the candles and the gloves. BTW Lord M can put his slippers under my bed anytime.
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