Something About Nothing............ #14

[Sue M]

@Pumpkin1172 love a good hot spring. Some Mother’s Day we go to Harrison Hot Springs, heaven. Bailey & coffee is our fav morning coffee on vacay.
@Lynne G Bon Voyage!
@Robo56 that was a scary drive! I hate driving in Florida. So many aggressive drivers, and going way too fast. Yup. I try to stay on the outside lane. I watch the local morning news when there and always hear about horrific crashes every morning. Glad you arrived safe, enjoy that view.
@Disxuni I hope you get to the Horror show. We saw it for the first time on our last trip! So good.

Fun hearing about everyone’s holidays. We returned home from Whistler on 1/2. We left mid morning ahead of the incoming storm. We did get snow while there but temps hovering around 0c (32f), it was wet. Mostly a slushy mess. And why I listened to my husband I don’t know. He said he looked at weather, no snow, just rain So I didn’t pack my snow boots o pull on cleats. But it did snow, and afternoon melts, over night freezing to solid ice. And me with no ice cleats. Yup. We’ll just leave it there.

So on the way home because of snow/ freeze we had about 4” of solid ice on top of the suv that couldn’t be scraped off. Halfway home it loosened up and slid down windshield snapping off wiper blade. Good thing we were driving thru one of the few towns between whistler and home. Went to Canadian Tire and guy looked up what would fit the Mercedes and it sorta fit but not well. It got us home though. Will change it when our mechanic gets back.

Took down all the decorations the next day. Oldest dd wasn’t happy!

Last night had the family birthday for youngest daughter, the big 3-0! Her birthday will be while I’m in Florida so had it early. Made NY strip, scallops, roast potatoes, salad. Cheesecake. Had 9 for dinner. Was a wonderful evening. Her bff’s husband also has his birthday the same day, so they always come too!

Raining today, nothing new. I can’t remember when we’ve seen the sun. Really looking forward to seeing it soon in Florida. Forecast says only one day of rain so will be a good day to go visit Sawgrass Mall! The rest of the time is either sun or sun with rainy period.
Today I start packing. Can’t believe I leave Tuesday.

Yesterday I booked flight to Puerto Vallarta for husband & me for his birthday surprise at the end of Feb. We have an old friend living there that’s been asking when we’re coming down to visit.

I smell bacon! Breakfast time.

 

[Sue M]

Goodbye St. Pete’s Beach:View attachment 462850

Tune to drive to the port:

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Eating lunch on the ship, view from table:

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Woot:

I love St Pete Beach, even upside down lol! When we go we stay at The Sirata.

 

[schumigirl]

Lynne.....even your upside down pictures are good!! Have fun.......


Robo, what a scary journey. Glad neither of you were hurt, yes cars can be replaced easily. Our motorway limit is 70 too, but if you do 70 you are the slowest one on the road. Even in treacherous conditions......idiots don’t think that far ahead. Glad you made it safe..... yes, bit cooler today there, friends of ours were planning to go to Volcano Bay, but they closed it as it‘s too cold! Enjoy your time there.




Finished reading my book club book this afternoon.....finally! We have our meet tomorrow morning and choose another book. And it’s not at my home for a change! Will be nice not to be the hostess for a change.

Been a very dull afternoon weather wise......not sure what the week ahead looks like, but no real plans this week which is unusual for us. Although we do have a decorator coming on Thursday to paint the study and one of the spare rooms. Just want a little change of look for both.

Dinner was nice.....made a spicy maple bbq sauce again for the chicken, delicious. And made some caramel ice cream. I wasn’t sure I’d use the ice cream maker when I bought it, but I do. Had the ice cream with some home made apple crumble. Now laying along the sofa........

Wonder if there’s anything on tv tonight.........

 

[keishashadow]

Good Sunday all. Lazy day, had a nice date day yesterday with the mr. Dinner at new Bonefish Grill location that opened here (finally!) then worked in StarWars after Window shopping. What a mess of a script & direction. Everything tossed in there but kitchen sink and pulsed a few times. A shame, but it did pick up last third of film thankfully.

Janet one of my gifts from Kyle this year was a bottle of Baileys. It`s a while since I had it, but I`m one of these that never wastes.... I mean puts it in coffee......much prefer it in a glass with ice. I didn't like the keyboards for ipads…..tried one or two but prefer to type on the ipad itself....and never used a screen saver. Never needed one, and screens on mine have always been fine. Even the oldest of three.

Not a fan of kahlua or most creaming drinks. Not sure why i enjoy hip of baileys in my java lol.

I’d be sunk without the protective cases. Seems my ipads gets knocked of stand at least a few times a week by my household full of klutzes. On my own manage to drop my phone nearly every day.

Debating on whether I want to wait for Horror Make Up Show so I can see it before I leave like I always do when I’m on the Universal side.

Same, nice to read about people’s traditions in the park.

So I didn’t pack my snow boots o pull on cleats. But it did snow, and afternoon melts, over night freezing to solid ice. And me with no ice cleats. Yup. We’ll just leave it there.

Cleats? As in snowshoes?

I thought we had a very light dusting of snow this am. When i let the pooch out, looked so pretty on the deck, little spots of the white stuff. Turned out it was ice. Poor ‘lil guy slid a good 10 feet, legs everywhere. Wound up carrying him down the steps for fear he’d break a leg.

Lynne - beautiful pics of that lovely beach!

I love St Pete Beach, even upside down lol! When we go we stay at The Sirata.

Never noticed that property. We would stay @ Hilton, right by the pier & causeway. Last trip wasn’t exactly thrilled with the service. Haven’t been back to the area for a few years.

 

[schumigirl]

Good Sunday all. Lazy day, had a nice date day yesterday with the mr. Dinner at new Bonefish Grill location that opened here (finally!) then worked in StarWars after Window shopping. What a mess of a script & direction. Everything tossed in there but kitchen sink and pulsed a few times. A shame, but it did pick up last third of film thankfully.


Not a fan of kahlua or most creaming drinks. Not sure why i enjoy hip of baileys in my java lol.

I’d be sunk without the protective cases. Seems my ipads gets knocked of stand at least a few times a week by my household full of klutzes. On my own manage to drop my phone nearly every day.

Same, nice to read about people’s traditions in the park.

Cleats? As in snowshoes?

I thought we had a very light dusting of snow this am. When i let the pooch out, looked so pretty on the deck, little spots of the white stuff. Turned out it was ice. Poor ‘lil guy slid a good 10 feet, legs everywhere. Wound up carrying him down the steps for fear he’d break a leg.

Lynne - beautiful pics of that lovely beach!


Never noticed that property. We would stay @ Hilton, right by the pier & causeway. Last trip wasn’t exactly thrilled with the service. Haven’t been back to the area for a few years.

We have to try Bonefish again in Orlando.......it’s been years since we’ve gone there......yes, creamy drinks are not my thing, but every now and again I like a little nip!

Oh yes, I do have the cases on my iPads, but not my phone for some reason this time......never got around to it, but as I hardly use it apart from txts, it’s just sitting there all the time...usually in another room much to all my friends annoyance! They send me an email telling me to check my phone......lol......



Watched nonsense on tv tonight.......ended up watching an episode of Botched......lasted four minutes and switched it off!!!

Think an early night is in order.......

 

[Disxuni]

Mmm, Bonefish Grille... *insert Homer drooling*

 

[Charade67]

Having a very lazy Sunday today. I'm feeling a little off today. Not sick, just don't feel quite right. I just want to sleep.
Dh and I had ordered a couple of Christmas lawn ornaments to use next year. We decided to unpack them today and check that all the lights work. We did this inside the house. Big mistake. It was like 2 glitter bombs had gone off. We are going to be finding glitter in the carpet until we replace the carpet.

Robo - Glad you and your hubby are okay. I hate driving on 75 and 285.

Disxuni - I had never seen the horror make up show until my last trip to Universal. B never wanted to see it. I had some tome by myself on this last trip, so I decided to go. I really enjoyed it. Then when the show was over I walked out and saw the entire Scooby gang.

Sue - I hope you get lots of sun in FL. I miss going to the Sawgrass Mills mall.

Keisha - I keep getting ads on my Facebook page for Bonefish Grill. I have never eaten there. Unfortunately the closest one is an hour and a half away.

It's getting late and we still haven't had dinner yet. Guess we should do that. Back to work tomorrow. Ugh.

 

[Sue M]

Good Sunday all. Lazy day, had a nice date day yesterday with the mr. Dinner at new Bonefish Grill location that opened here (finally!) then worked in StarWars after Window shopping. What a mess of a script & direction. Everything tossed in there but kitchen sink and pulsed a few times. A shame, but it did pick up last third of film thankfully.


Not a fan of kahlua or most creaming drinks. Not sure why i enjoy hip of baileys in my java lol.

I’d be sunk without the protective cases. Seems my ipads gets knocked of stand at least a few times a week by my household full of klutzes. On my own manage to drop my phone nearly every day.

Same, nice to read about people’s traditions in the park.

Cleats? As in snowshoes?

I thought we had a very light dusting of snow this am. When i let the pooch out, looked so pretty on the deck, little spots of the white stuff. Turned out it was ice. Poor ‘lil guy slid a good 10 feet, legs everywhere. Wound up carrying him down the steps for fear he’d break a leg.

Lynne - beautiful pics of that lovely beach!


Never noticed that property. We would stay @ Hilton, right by the pier & causeway. Last trip wasn’t exactly thrilled with the service. Haven’t been back to the area for a few years.

the ice cleats are things you can attach to your boots or shoes. They are grippy on the bottom with little spikes preventing you from slipping on ice. When I worked I used them a lot in winter because the staff parking was up a hill. Treacherous walk when icy. They mould around shoe, I get them at Costco. A lifesaver!

The Sirata Beach Resort is next to the hotel with the big round dining room on top, Grand Plaza I think and on other side is one of theTradewinds.

 

[Sue M]

We have to try Bonefish again in Orlando.......it’s been years since we’ve gone there......yes, creamy drinks are not my thing, but every now and again I like a little nip!

Oh yes, I do have the cases on my iPads, but not my phone for some reason this time......never got around to it, but as I hardly use it apart from txts, it’s just sitting there all the time...usually in another room much to all my friends annoyance! They send me an email telling me to check my phone......lol......



Watched nonsense on tv tonight.......ended up watching an episode of Botched......lasted four minutes and switched it off!!!

Think an early night is in order.......

I have a clear case on my iPhone. It’s not bulky at all but saves my phone! I don’t know how many times i have dropped it at home! ESP with the glass back I don’t trust it not to crack! I paid too much $ for it!

 

[keishashadow]

Morning all

Watched nonsense on tv tonight.......ended up watching an episode of Botched......lasted four minutes and switched it off!!!

lol one my my guilty pleasures.They have a few frequent flyers, real characters, more than a few from Europe

was like 2 glitter bombs had gone off. We are going to be finding glitter in the carpet until we replace the carpet.

The worst, you’ll be finding it for months lol

Keisha - I keep getting ads on my Facebook page for Bonefish Grill. I have never eaten there. Unfortunately the closest one is an hour and a half away.

It’s a road trip here too but same as Cheesecake Factory for us We try to make a half day of it & work in other activities

the ice cleats are things you can attach to your boots or shoes. They are grippy on the bottom with little spikes preventing you from slipping on ice. When I worked I used them a lot in winter because the staff parking was up a hill. Treacherous walk when icy. They mould around shoe, I get them at Costco. A lifesaver!

Ah, ok they sell them in the ‘as seen on tv’ sections of stores here. Saw at Xmas time
Haven’t really been in that particular section at CB. Will have to give it a look when/if booking in future.
Red tide kept us away last year. My only issue with beach there is lack of waves for body surfing but cannot beat that blindingly beautiful sand! Should be in Daytona for few days this month if all goes according to plan. Detest the flat, pack beach there, historical car thing or not. Good thing so many beaches in FL there is something for all lol

 

[schumigirl]

Charade, yes, there`ll be glitter for a while! It does get everywhere and pops up when it really should be gone!

Sue, never dropped my phone, and yes, they`re expensive, but that's what insurance is for. I just never got around to buying a cover for it......now my friend Felicity....she drops her phone about 100 times a day....she is a real klutz! We never have her carry drinks anywhere......even in her own home!

Keisha....last night was a British guy who wanted to or thought he looked like Kim Kardashian.....in reality he looked like the bald guy in Total Recall!!! These people really need help from themselves.....some are funny, but most are incredibly sad. But, it is addictive to watch......although I draw the line at Dr Pimple Popper Someone at the hotel told us he watched it and said it didn't disgust him as he had years ago worked custodian at Disney, so nothing put him off......nope, not for me......



Quick book group this morning....think our host had lunch plans and was in a rush.....

So, having had early breakfast I`m ready for lunch.....

High winds forecast for us this week ahead......

Have a good Monday

 

[Disxuni]

Glad that some of you got to experience the Horror Make Up Show finally. I really do like the show. It's not everyone's thing and some people feel it's dated due to little change and dated jokes. So for some it's not a good thing to watch over and over again, but to me, it seems different each time depending on which performer you have and when things get awkward, or they improvise even better. I kind of wanted to move along as it was well over an hour until the first showing. I did most of what I wanted to do for the day. I typically do only half days since I usually have work the next day, or do not have a hotel to go back to. Since I'm a SR I can't get too exhausted. I purposely always leave something for next time anyway.

I hope all the homies stay safe, warm, and have a good Monday!

 

[macraven]

No big plans for me today
Only thing I have to do is go to Publix for groceries

If I don’t, we eat out tonight


I win either way...


Hope all the homies are doing good and have a fine week!

 

[keishashadow]

2nd good morning, had my nappie and almost feel normal . Jr coming for breakfast before work. He needs fattened up, skin & bones after the flu. Three more hours & back out to get middle DS from work.

Since I'm a SR I can't get too exhausted. I purposely always leave something for next time anyway.

SR = ?

Nice to see you give a positive review on HMS! What i enjoy about it is the subtle little differences each actor gives the script. Always appreciate effort of a live show with non-taped dialogue & music, that is going the way of the dinosaur in all the parks to satisfy the bean counters.

I do have an issue with a vocal majority of park guests who totally discount U’s classic monsters/massive film vault the corporation owns. 100% they didn’t do the revamped movies justice. I cringed watching Tom Cruise mug his way thru the mummy sigh. They need to give it another whirl. Apply some relevant updates to engage the younger set, many who probably have never enjoyed the B&W classics.

If I don’t, we eat out tonight
I win either way...

Winner, winner, (maybe a) chicken dinner? Lol.

Leftover sweet & sour chicken i made yesterday here. Well, for the mr, it’s not my favorite will scavenge thru the freezer. Always something interesting in the way of leftovers in there

 

[macraven]

SR
Single rider

 

[schumigirl]

Keisha we couldn't believe how bad that Mummy movie was with the diminutive one.....truly dreadful!!!

Yes, it`s a shame so many youngsters don't know the classics.....I gave a friend into trouble when her 30 year old daughter said she`d never heard of Abbot and Costello She got a box set to watch from us and loved them!!!

mac...….eating out is always good......but yes win win......




We had a change of dinner plans......now making Greek style meatballs and spicy cous cous…..sounds odd but works beautifully with the sauce....Kyle isn't in for dinner so just us.

Winds have started to build up, it`s quite wild outside now......

 

[Disxuni]

Thanks, @macraven. @keishashadow sorry, I have a habit of talking about single rider lines and being solo a lot that I just automatically say SR (whether talking about lines, or being a "solo" park goer) which some people use and some people don't, cause most people abbreviate rides, or terms like express pass, but rarely single rider. I definitely feel Monsters are cast aside. While I do not know all the history of the Monsters and haven't seen all of the classics, I have always been a huge fan of movie magic and special effects so I'm a fan of it. The show I think is a decent combination of knowledge and comedy and all actors like you said perform differently and as well as have their own different lines they use commonly. I think it's also refreshing to have a show that's on the line of being tame enough for kids with some adult humor.

@schumigirl I'm a picky eater, but sounds good!

 

[Pumpkin1172]

Sadly...we are home and back to work for the full week

We enjoyed visiting the dd. The weather was spectacular, and nice and warm that we didn't need anything other than a light sweater. It was above freezing everyday we were there. We came to to cold. This morning was - 24C or about -11F. So had to pull out the big gun of coats and bundle up to head into work this morning It could be worse...we have been spoiled this winter so far and haven't had many cold days yet....and " yet " is the magical word. I can ride out this cold...but anything colder, makes me grumpy. Oh well...it's January in northern Canada...not sure what I can expect lol.

We got to spend a wonderful afternoon in Banff...had a great lunch and a dip in the hot springs. It was a nice relaxing afternoon. The rest of our little trip there was spend shopping for the last few things she needed for baby and completing her room. It looks perfect. Our dd also had an extra ultrasound while we were there. She had not gained any weight and her cute little belly was not measuring as it should. But all is good. The baby is about 6.5 lbs already and looks perfect. She didn't gain lots of weight and she has a belly sticking straight out front, and looks sooo cute!!!! lol.

Now it's time to put some time in at work and build up my holiday days again.

Well while my husband was driving Friday I had just finished posting and about 15 minutes later my husband was moving over as the left lane was narrowing with construction barrels to close it and as he was moving over to middle lane which was clear for him to do so a car raced up along side us. Hubby had 2 options either continue to middle lane and be hit or go to left and hit a construction barrel. He quickly chose the barrel. It all happened in a flash. We pulled the car closer to inside wall and assessed the damage and collected our thoughts and thanked the Lord for His protection. Rubber scrapes on left quarter panel and no significant damage. Drivers changed and off we went back on the raceway .

Robo...how scary....I'm glad you were ok...other than being a little rattled by the whole situation. That is exactly why I let the hubby drive most of the time. I can't deal with idiot drivers.

Lynne...if your catching up at all....enjoy your trip. Your pictures looked awesome so far!!!! Soak up all the sun and surf you can!!!

Well...I should sort out the piles of papers that are littering my desk from being off last week...and hopefully catch up on Schumi's trip report!

Have a great day Keisha, Mac, Dixs, Schumi, Robo, Charade, Sue and anyone else I may have missed. Hope you guys have a great day!!!

 

[Disxuni]

Amazing photos @Pumpkin1172! That's quite a beautiful sight with the clear skies and mountains in the background. I'm used to a different view and cold springs. Always hard to come back to reality, but I guess it helps making us dream about our future trips.

 

[keishashadow]

I had brownie for dinner, don’t judge me. They were even better the 2nd day. I may put them on a high shelf, out of my reach so I’m not tempted to snag another.

SR
Single rider

Phew, i was wracking my brain thinking it was a medical issue. Can’t say i’ve Ever noticed the acronym used, but probably as it didn’t pertain to me. I’m chastised often tho by using U & WDW related ones in the real world.

Keisha we couldn't believe how bad that Mummy movie was with the diminutive one.....truly dreadful!!!

Lol ‘diminutive one’ perfect description

We came to to cold. This morning was - 24C or about -11F

Seriously, terming it cold doesn’t even begin to do justice to those temps!!!

PS beautiful pics, especially the steamy one