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Freaky Friday Rants and Raves July 1st **==
Rant: The Supreme Court's decision to allow Eminent Domain. If a land developer wants to take your home to build condos, commercial parking lot, etc. all he has to do is show that it will provide jobs and increase the taxable property value. All American property owners now have a shadow hanging over them. ((n))
Rave: "30 Days" on FX, "The First 48", "Airline", and "Dog, The Bounty Hunter" on A&E, "Trading SPOUSES" on Fox. All are documentary/reality shows about Real people. The first episode of 30 Days was about a Christian man moving in with a Muslim family for a month. It was a total eye opener. Next week a straight Marine moves in with a gay couple in San Francisco for a month. Wednesday evenings. ((y)) ((y)) two thumbs. Rant: The person who got nasty on this thread last week. Cut it out. :O Rave: The Fourth of July extended weekend. **== |
Hey, I made it to the #2 spot for the first time! I guess that's a rave, of sorts.
Rave: Today is a holiday here in Canada. I leave on Sunday morning for a lengthy house-hunting/vacation trip to Victoria, BC - and when we get home, there's one month left to work before actual, real retirement! Rave: It's a beautiful day and the horrendous heat and humidity that have been plaguing us for the past week seem to have eased up. Rant: I miss my sweetie, who left on Wednesday to spend a few days with his family before I get there this weekend. Rave: I'll see him in 2 more days. Have a great weekend, everybody! |
Good Morning & Happy July 1!! **==
Rave: I woke up at 5 am, wide awake. The sun is actually shining here, after a week of torrential flooding rains. Rant: I woke up at 5 am LOL I am not responsible for anything I say today. Rave: One month and we move to Portland. Rave: 6 days and we fly to Portland to househunt. Rave: My Portland friends who help out in so many ways! ((L)) Rave: Fodorville,some bad apples, but like any town, the good outweigh the bad ((F)) |
rave - my 2 sons are having a wonderful, wonderful time visiting their grandparents in North Dakota. Less than two weeks now until they come home!!
rant - I miss them, but I know they are having a wonderful time. rave - DH and I are painting, rearranging rooms, getting rid of extra stuff. We are still in the fun phase - I hope it lasts another week! rave - taking a break tomorrow and driving to the mountains for a quick wine tour! Going to three Virginia vineyards and then to Crozet Pizza for dinner before we come back home. Last went to Crozet Pizza 12 years ago on our honeymoon. rave - glad someone other than me watches "Dog, The Bounty Hunter"! |
Happy July 4th long weekend everyone!
Rave -- We leave in 4 days for Hawaii. Waikiki, volcanoes, Kauai...its all good. Rant -- I'm not a big fan of flying and in order to get to Hawaii frpm the Boston area, it entails just a bit of flying. |
Rave: July 4th weekend and we leave today for Gettysburg and Harper's Ferry.
Rave: Off work until Tuesday! Yea! Rant: Last weeks thread being deleted.. Have a great holiday everyone and safe travels to all. |
Rant: My mom fell and broke both bones in her left wrist!! She had surgery yesterday and now has a plate in her wrist. There is also nerve damage and she has little feeling in her hand.
Rave: Of course I wish the above had never happened, but the one silver lining to this cloud is that Mom broke her left wrist. Glad it wasn't the right, as she's right-handed. Rave: Still sending out my resume, hoping for the best. Rave: Had a long meeting w/the executive who decided to move our jobs to the city I don't like. He offered me a sweet deal to go there, so if nothing else comes along first, living there beats unemployment. Rave: I just got a good job lead in Denver. Maybe we'll go out there some weekend and check out that city. Rave: I'm feeling strangely optimistic about what the future holds. |
Rant: This is a very sad morning for DH and I, as last night, our final act of love towards our wonderful yellow lab, Willie, was to put him down, after the ultrasound showed that the cancer had spread and the chemo wan't working. We are heartbroken and this house is so painfully empty without him.
Rave: We have 12 years of wonderful memories with this precious companion, and he will be in our hearts forever. Rave: We are on the "prowl" for a new canine companion to love, have our sights set on one (from a canine rescue society) already - wish us luck! Rant/Rave: Are off to the NJ shore for the weekend - we know that we need the R&R after our ordeal, but hoping our sadness doesn't interfere. Scarlett - best of ,luck on your "Westward Ho!" Eeva - as a fellow east coast Kauai-trekker - it's sooo worth it! P_M - best wishes on your mom's speedy recovery and good luck on your job search - you've got a great attitude! To all Fodorite pet owners: please give your pets a special hug and kiss in memory of our Willie. |
Margot - I was in your position on April 15 with our 12 year old beagle, Lena. I am so very sorry for your loss.
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Margot, I am so sad for you!! I have walked in your shoes, and I know this it a tough day. Your new dog will not take the place of Willie, but he or she will bring some joy back into your hearts. There will be healing in time.
As soon as I get home, I will give my Misty an extra and kiss hug on behalf of your Willie. And here's a hug for you. >:D< |
reneeinva - thanks for your kind thoughts - our last dog was a beagle (Spices), whom we were fortunate to have for 16 great years!
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P_M - those hugs to Misty and me will be felt and appreciated more than words can say - thanks so much.
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Rave, <i>I think</i>: We go camping today! First time and severe storms are in the forcast :( After that, the weather should be beautiful. <i> YIKES...I hear the *Survivor* theme running through my head :D </i>
Rave: The outstanding people on Fodors who share their knowledge so others can have a great time! <b>THANKS SO VERY MUCH FOR THE CAMPING ADVICE!</b> Rave: Being with my family ((l)) P_M: I'm so sorry to hear about your mom - I wish her a speedy recovery ((f)) Continued good luck on your job search -- I have a good feeling :D Eeva: Have a <i>wonderful</i> trip! BTW, I completely understand how you feel. I'm sorry Margot about you dog. I remember when my mom had to put down her dog, it was so sad. Hugs to you. Scarlett: Wishing you house hunting success. How come when I say that, I hear the "ding dong" from <i> House Hunters</i>? Maybe you should contact the show :D Rant: ED (see first rant) Unbelieveable! Safe travels, everyone! Happy 4th of July! **== **== **== |
Margott55, my heart goes out to you and your family. Willie lived a very special life filled with love and caring everyday. Any being that gets a chance to walk this earth and is fortunate enough to live within a family that loves them is blessed! Willie would'nt have wanted his life to turn out any other way. Now, chin up! A new friend is waiting to love you!
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mini-rant: My unwillingness (read laziness) to proofread and edit my typing -- sorry :D
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Happy Canada Day and Happy 4th of July!
Rave--Had a great weekend with friends that came down from Seattle last weekend. We ended up staying in downtown and making a real night of it! Stayed at the 5th Avenue Suites again and then tried way too many drinks at Henry's. Rave--Playing tourist in our town this week. DS is at a football camp in downtown, so we are enjoying things like the zoo each day. Rave--We will go hiking this weekend. Not sure where yet. Rave--No rants:) P_M--Hope your mother has a speedy recovery and sending you best wishes on the job search. Margot--I know what a rough time that is for both of you. I hope the weekend is healing for you. Seetheworld--LOL, Survivor! |
RAVE, RAVE, RAVE! We've been in a rental house for over a year, holding out for a home to go on the market in the neighborhood we love. Yesterday a house went up for sale, 17 people viewed it at an "invitation only open house" and we got the contract! We'll move in a couple of months to our "dream home" -- we are so thrilled.
RANT: DH has to work (as usual) all weekend long. HAPPY FRIDAY and HAPPY 4th EVERYONE! |
Rant: Having week-long battle with the mechanical/electrical world. Had to replace keyboard yesterday; today the computer won't even power up! Am working on DH's back-up laptop, but of course, I didn't make a floppydisk copy of the paper I was frantically trying to finish by the weekend (have a paper rough draft of the first 1/2, that's all). I know my local computer-fixer people will want to keep it over the holiday weekend and into next week. I'm, as they say, skwewed.
Rant: Having to put down a beloved pet. We went through it with 2 dogs -- one basset after 14 wonderful years, one mix after a harrowing 18 months with intractable seizures. Neither way was better. Rave: Can't think of any for the moment; maybe when I've had breakfast and if I get a break about the computer. I'll piggy-back on the raves above (jor, following what's going on in Spain?). |
Ah margot I feel your pain. We lost our beloved 14 year old collie 18 months ago, and I'm still not over it. Take solance in the fact that you gave Willie a wonderful life.
Rave: Not much to do this weekend, which is nice for a change, after several weekends of weddings, BBQs, birthdays, etc etc. Quality time for DH and me. Rant: The supreme court decision to allow Eminent Domain. Frightening!! Guilty pleasure: Dancing with the Stars. So cheesy, I love it. Rant: Still don't have solid vacation plans. Ugh Happy Fourth to all! |
Rant: Only a little one (2, actually)...the recent rain/cloud cover has kept me out of the pool, so tan is not what I'd hoped prior to our trip.
Have to work Saturaday...that's the 2nd. Rave: 1) A recent job change means I ONLY have to work Sat. and NOT Sun. as well!!! 2) The best of ALL: We leave for our trip to Maui/Oahu next week!!! 8-) ((*)) :-d ((d)) Belle |
Happy Friday & Long Weekend! **== Woo Hoo!
Jorr, I watched 30 days on Wed. Great show. Just wished the guy had made more of an effort to fit in. Intolerance is so intolerable. Rave: Have been enjoying "Hit me baby one more time" show with amusing one hit wonder acts from the '70's & '80's. Aah...mindless summer television. Patiently waiting for the return of "Nip-Tuck" this fall too. Rave: Got 8 boxes of free slate tiles for my foyer fountain project from a friend! Working on the rest of the design now... Rave: Driving up to Limerock race track in CT tomorrow for World-Speed Challenge GT races with Volvos! Get to visit the "pits", meet the drivers & check out the cars up close too. Rave: After thunderstorms (with hail?!) pass through this afternoon, we will have a fantastic weather weekend here in NJ! ((#)) Margot55, my thoughts are with you. Pets bring so much to our lives. It's never easy to say goodbye. I've been there. Have a great weekend! Cheers! ((B)) Trish |
the only thing better than freaky friday is freaky friday on a 4 day weekend!
rave: 4th of july at the beach. my favorite holiday (next to thanksgiving) i took off tuesday too. **== rave: weather looks good for the weekend. ((#)) rave: planning for scotland in september now! =D> rave: had a great night with a bunch of my oldest friends last weekend in ny. it felt good! >:D< rant: probobly will sell my car. need the money, and not using now that i'm in ny. :(( margot-we'll have you in our thoughts. i think you are never the same after you loose a pet. ((U)) i'll give ((@)) some extra love this weekend when i'm home. |
One more rant: I seem to be only able to reply to posts on this website. My new posts don't make it to the list on the left. This has been going on for a couple weeks?!! Belle
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Margot--I'm so sorry to hear about what you're going through. I'm afraid that soon I may have to go through that inevitable pain. My 4 yr. old cat, Hector, has congestive heart failure, and while medication helps some, I know it's only a matter of time. I get so sad to think about what it will be like without him (I'm tearing up right now), but it pushes me to make sure that I treat him extra special every day. We just have to think that this was their destiny and we were fortunate enough to be the ones to spend their lives with them.
So, I'll start with a rant: leaving Hector for a few days and will worry about him the whole time Rave: just like most others have said, after some predicted strong storms this afternoon the weekend should be gorgeous. Tomorrow supposed to be in the 70's which is a lot cooler than it has been which means, hopefully, much less humid. Happy 4th of July everyone! |
oooh, Margot. I'm so very sorry about your Willie. I promise to give my Shayna and Allie Catz a big, big hug--which I do a zillion times anyway, but...
PM--Wishing your mom a speedy recovery and you a spectacular job! Meesthare and anyone else celebrating Canada Day--Cheers. Good luck w/the househunt Rave: Busy, fun weekend...friend in from AZ,our new neighbors having a Canada Day party tonight and we're invited (he's from BC, Meesthare!) Sat. just as jam-packed w/social stuff :) Rave: We had our consult w/the fertility doc Mon. She's optomistic that we won't need her services long! Woo hoo!!!!!!!!! Rant: Have to do some testing Rave: It's easy stuff, won't hurt and hopefully will give us the answers we're looking for Rave: My husband. He's the best!! I'm wishing everyone a great weekend, lots of fun and be careful w/those firecrackers! Here's a >:D< for those who need it!! |
PM, I wish your mom a speedy recovery, too. That has to be painful.
Margot, sending a hug your way for what you and your DH are going thru. I dread the day I have to put either of mine down. Congrats to bamakelly on moving into her dream home! BTW - I made your corn casserole again the other day and it was a hit with DH's visiting daughter. Rant: No July 4th holiday here on the island. :( Rant: DH's daughter only has ten more days left with us. The last three weeks have flown by. Rave: Beautiful weather and balmy breezes. Rave: Teaching a 15-year old to drive a stick shift. Quite fun. :D Rave: Heading for St. Maarten next Friday for a long weekend of fun, sun, boating, snorkeling and horseback riding on the beach. Have a great holiday weekend Fodorites! And for those of you traveling, stay safe. |
Major rant: Sandra Day O'Connor is retiring! What a confirmation fight this will be!!
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Rant- Brought to tears by Margot's post. We lost our precious little Crawdad just after Christmas, and I still think I hear him in the house. We have lost several wonderful dogs over the years, and it's so hard.
Rant- P_M's mother's accident. I hope she makes a speedy recovery. Rave- Our quiet holiday weekend has become just the opposite, since both children and families have all decided to come down. We will enjoy the camphouse and "riverbanking," and help our grandson learn to waterski. Rave-All three grand-puppies will be here, too, and we'll give them expra pets in memory of Willie. Rave- Bamakelly's new home! Byrd |
Margot, I am so sorry to read about the loss of you dog. My beloved cat is 16 and I am just dreading that inevitable day.
Trish, foyer fountain project? How cool is that! PM, I wish your mom well. Rant: The heat is on and it doesn't feel good! Now I know what hell will feel like ((6)) Rave: The ice rink--what a relief from the heat! I hope everyone enjoys a safe Fourth of July weekend! **== |
Happy Fourth of July weekend **==
Jorr ~ I ditto your Eminent Domain thoughts. Scary. And Jorr p.s. ~ Thanks for FFR&R! Eeva & Old SouthernBelle ~ Bon voyage! Many Hawaiian rainbows to you ((R)) PM ~ %%- Margot ~ Sophie and I are so sorry, we send a >:D< Bamakelly ~ Congrats to you on your house. OWJ ~ I am thinking of you and sending you many fertile wishes. ((L)) Rave ~ Getting to spend a long weekend away with my honey. Rave ~ The beautiful sunshine out today ((#)) Rave ~ All the good people that contribute positively to FFR&R Rave ~ All the good people that contribute positively to anything. Rave ~ To the freedom we have in our great country and all those who protect her. **== Rave ~ Everyone who makes anyone laugh. No rants. Have a safe and happy Fourth everyone. ((^)) Tiff |
my sympathy to you, Margot, and best wishes to pm's mom.
Rave: It's July!18 days til vacation! Rant: all the stuff I have to do get the house ready for the house/dogsitter! Rant: can't believe O'Connor's retiring. I don't trust Bush's judgement in her replacement. |
Rant: Ditto Jorr's... that the government can now take your home away without your consent. Do you think that is what our forefathers envisioned when coming to America?
Rave: Spending quality time with my Dad Rave: Peace and quiet after family visits Rave: Going to see War of the Worlds Rave: Will be going to Pheonix in two weeks to take advantage of those deeply discounted summer rates Rave: England, Washington DC and Gettyburg PA Have a great 4th of July all**== |
Byrd and Statia, thanks for the well wishes. Statia, glad you enjoyed the corn casserole. I made a fresh veggie dinner last night and it was DELICIOUS. Maybe I will follow with corn casserole tonight!
Margot, my Blake and Byron send your family lots of hugs. |
jorr - Do you live in Minnesota? I read today that the govt has shut down for the holiday weekend because the leg didn't pass a temporary spending bill. And I thought that Western, NY had fiscal problems!
margot - So sorry for your loss. My husband had to put our Springer Spaniel to sleep last year because of cancer... Pets our truly family members. Rave - Off to Toronto next Tue for three nights. Rant - My broken collarbone is still not healing... And it's been 8 weeks! |
Rave: Seeing friends on Saturday that we haven't seen in almost a year.
Rave: Comfortable relationships that pick up right where they left off! Rave: Daughter's room is almost done being painted. Rant: We've been in the process of painting her room for almost a month now (and it's only about 10'x10'). Rave: Thank goodness for "House done, life done" or we'd be pretty depressed! Happy Fourth! |
Rave: for Fodors and all posters even the Troll Detectives :-)
Rave: Independence Day and all it encompasses - love of family, country, and freedom. Rant: The Supremes willingness to take private property from one person and give it to another. What a mess. Rave: Back to Franconia, NH for another 4 days camping. Rave: Brook Shields mm |
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The local blueberry farm opened for the first time this morning. We picked ten quarts in no time. DW is baking a blueberrry pie |
Rant: Justice O'Connor resigning from the Supreme Court which will lead to a war over her swing vote, especially if some of the people I suspect will be nominated.
Rave: Good weather here and a nice breeze. Rant: Can't go on a vacation for a while. |
Rant: Damn right emminent domain is not what our founders would have supported. Further proof that the Supreme court does not judge based on the constitution but politics and special interest groups.
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and I agree, Rave: Brook Shields!! travelinwifey, We saw War of the Worlds Wednesday, hang on to the person next to you :D We really enjoyed it! margot - My condolences on the loss of Willie ((F)) |
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