What's everybody doing today?

[Mountain trapper]

Got our taxes done yesterday. We're going to town today to print out the forms. We're getting a refund from the state and we owe the feds. We'll mail the form to the state today, and wait until April 15th to mail a check to the feds. I guess the interest on some CD's I bought put us over the zero % tax bracket.

 

[Peanut]

Feel like I accomplished something already… got the bolts, nuts and washers needed for the cultivators ordered from an industrial hardware supplier. Grumble… I only need 40 bolts but washers and nuts only come in pkgs of 100. Still, the total price was far better than local retail so an extra $15 for washers and nuts isn’t so bad. If I lose one I have plenty of spares! And I don’t have to drive 80miles… they will arrive tomorrow.

Need to call my cousin, see if he can drop by and help me swap the tractor tires around this week, no rush. Got a small painting project I need to finish today also.

 

[sonya123]

busy today, taking advantage of the nice weather
no new lambs, runt still alive and eating well
Never cleaned yesterday so I might do that today or not
Definitely repotting some more little plants

 

[sonya123]

Got two units of blood, took about 6 hours. I have an intestinal bleed and they can't operate. I am losing the battle.

so sorry, hope it works out and they can fix it

 

[LadyLocust]

Hubby and I are so romantic The toilet seat in the bathroom he usually uses was broken and spurred “special words” so I bought him a new one yesterday. I had said I could use the push mower for a while (rider was gonzo). So he mowed the back lawn with it (before he would let me). Yesterday he ordered a zero turn.
Ah sweet love

 

[Magpie]

Got two units of blood, took about 6 hours. I have an intestinal bleed and they can't operate. I am losing the battle.

Hoping it's under control @rusty our thoughts are with you.

 

[Mountain trapper]

Going out to pick up a friend's boat now. The ice is off most of the ponds down in the valley. I've had a few phone calls from people wanting me to trap the muskrats and beaver out of their ponds. I should end up with enough hides to make a blanket.

 

[zannej]

Sounds similar to what happened to me this weekend.

I was driving in the dark to go let a dog out. There was something in the road that I didn't see until I couldn't avoid it. It was like a metal speed bump. I ended up with a dented alloy rim. It seemed okay until I was almost home and all of a sudden it wasn't. The tires on this car are strange and this is the second time I've had a flat on this car that I didn't realize until the tire was ruined. These tires have a small reveal when they are on. I've had a few flat tires in my life where I was aware of it before they were destroyed.

It was dark and I didn't want to change it in the dark. I needed to go feed and let the dog out in the morning. I got up early, loosened the lug nuts, jacked the car up, and then removed the lug nuts. The tire was like it was frozen to the hub. I kicked and kicked it and could not loosen it. This is the first time I have had this happen. I finally put the lug nuts back on, finger tightened them, and drove to a service station about a mile away to get help. Because the lug nuts were not tightened by the wrench, and the tire was so ripped up, it loosened up and the wheel broke free so it was ready to be removed. Guy took the wheel off and put on the spare.

I took wheel to the tire shop and they said they would see if a new tire would hold air and put the wheel on the back. After more driving the tire is still working.

I have never liked driving in the dark. I wonder how many other people ended up with damage because of that metal speed bump looking thing? It was gone the next morning. Mechanic told me he has had a few incidents with stuff in the road that caused damage to his vehicles.

I had a tire delaminate when I was driving out of town. It was when I still had the expedition. Found out the jack had been stolen when it was in the shop for something. Called roadside assistance and it took 3 people (including myself) to get the lug nuts off and then the tire was stuck on with dried mud. A previous time when I limped home on a flat tire (had groceries that needed to go in freezer and fridge) I jacked the SUV up myself and tried to get the tire off. I was able to get the lug nuts off but the tire itself was stuck and the jack fell. I ended up calling a local tire place and explaining the situation. Owner sent one of his guys out to get the tire off. He had to mule-kick that sucker repeatedly to get it off. He then put the spare on, took the tire with him and said he'd meet me at the tire shop and would see if it could be fixed and if not I could get either a used or a new tire and they'd have it on the rim for me. Didn't charge for coming out and doing that either. They are good people. Another time I tried to take lug nuts off a flat tire my tire iron broke. The part that grabs the lug nut split open. I now will call roadside assistance for a flat. I know my limitations and my insurance covers it.

I slept 13 hours, after I just slept ten hours, after I just slept eight hours.
I'm the most useless human being alive.

The most useless human being alive is my best friend's first ex. The one we call Jabba the ****. Don't feel bad. I've had days and even weeks like that. I struggle to stay awake for more than 2hrs at a time. Sometimes 1hr. When the fatigue hits it can be bad. Sometimes you just need to rest. But I feel ya. I've slept for 48hrs straight before.

Got two units of blood, took about 6 hours. I have an intestinal bleed and they can't operate. I am losing the battle.

Sending you big hugs. I hope they can do something to stop the bleeding.

yesterday I ended up going to the store to get some stuff on Mom's list. Going to be having more chicken soup soon. Its a collaborative effort. I cut up the chicken. My brother then puts it in the pressure cooker with broth, veggies, and seasoning, and then he turns it on. Need to do that today.

Made mashed potatoes with shredded rotisserie chicken and some mushroom gravy (out of a can-- I used golden mushroom soup as the gravy since the mushroom gravy wasn't in stock).

Fed Rupert a packet of Delectables Bisque. I have to hold the bowl up for him and rotate it so he can eat it more easily since he's so uncoordinated he has trouble putting his face in the bowl and eating. He has a permanent head tilt and has trouble aiming his face at stuff. He was extremely happy.

I'm going to try to motivate myself to clean litterboxes today.

 

[Neb]

Another day of potting up elderberry clones.

Tomorrow may be pruning lots of stuff.

Ben

 

[LadyLocust]

Another day of potting up elderberry clones.

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Tomorrow may be pruning lots of stuff.

Ben

Makes me want to sing
Dead ant
Dead ant
Dead ant, dead ant, dead ant dead ant, dead ant

 

[Neb]

Makes me want to sing
Dead ant
Dead ant
Dead ant, dead ant, dead ant dead ant, dead ant

That is my grow lights. My cell phone likes the red spectrum.

How about with the red grow off?

Your hint reminded me of a visit by the forest agent we invited to inspect the trees in our wood lot. A repeated theme was...

Dead elm
Dead elm
....

Ben

 

[MoBookworm1957]

We just have crazy wind. At least it's drying up the mud. Dog decided today a good place to be is on the dining room table. He's tried it three times. If he does it again, he's getting zapped.

Amish Heart,
He just wanted to see what you were doing clearly.

 

[Mountain trapper]

Just got back home. Even in the valley the ponds are still frozen over. There wasn't enough open water to set a trap. And the beaver stream was flowing too high. Maybe next week will be better.

 

[Neb]

Ben

Anyone able to spot cat woman in that video?

Julie Newmar

Ben

 

[Weedygarden]

Another time I tried to take lug nuts off a flat tire my tire iron broke.

Was it a J shaped tire iron? My first vehicle had a J tire iron and I couldn't get lug nuts off for love or money with that sucker. ASAP I bought myself a 4 way tire iron and I spray paint the end that works for that car. It has been suggested here to get a special tool that is similar to a drill like they use in tire shops. I am at a loss right now for what the name of it is. I looked for one and saw that they are around $200, and I haven't invested in one yet.

 

[Neb]

... It has been suggested here to get a special tool that is similar to a drill like they use in tire shops. I am at a loss right now for what the name of it is. I looked for one and saw that they are around $200, and I haven't invested in one yet.

A Dewalt 20V impact driver?

Will run about $200 for the bare tool no batteries or the required socket.

Ben

 

[Mountain trapper]

A Dewalt 20V impact driver?

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Will run about $200 for the bare tool no batteries or the required socket.

Ben

I have one of those too.

 

[RJ2019]

I've been working on homework (lots of it) and I went grocery shopping, ran a couple more errands, spent some time putting stuff around the yard and house away, went to the chiropractor and tended to the (too many) plants I have inside. Need to make dinner and start brining the meat I didn't freeze from the goat I just butchered. I'm going to turn it into jerky. I also changed a bulb in the bathroom light fixture and ordered a new light for the bathroom because a) I've been wanting to do it anyway and b) that fixture eats an inordinate number of light bulbs.

 

[Neb]

I have one of those too.

I am fasting from buying tools for a spell.

Ben

 

[Mountain trapper]

I am fasting from buying tools for a spell.

Ben

You know that there's a pretty good chance that you'll fall off the wagon soon. I just bought a cordless finishing nail gun.

 

[LadyLocust]

I've been working on homework (lots of it) and I went grocery shopping, ran a couple more errands, spent some time putting stuff around the yard and house away, went to the chiropractor and tended to the (too many) plants I have inside. Need to make dinner and start brining the meat I didn't freeze from the goat I just butchered. I'm going to turn it into jerky. I also changed a bulb in the bathroom light fixture and ordered a new light for the bathroom because a) I've been wanting to do it anyway and b) that fixture eats an inordinate number of light bulbs.

Underground bbq goat . Wrap in gunny sacks and cook slowly. Dig it up in the afternoon and dinner is served

 

[MoBookworm1957]

Got two units of blood, took about 6 hours. I have an intestinal bleed and they can't operate. I am losing the battle.

Praying for you Rusty.

 

[MoBookworm1957]

Morning Cat Care at the shelter, stop at the bakery for some B'day cupcakes, then wherever Lori picks out for her Bday dinner.

Tell the Missus Happy Birthday.

 

[Amish Heart]

Amish Heart,
He just wanted to see what you were doing clearly.

Today he ate a couch pillow. So far...one apron, one flipphone, and now a couch pillow. He is lucky he is cute.

 

[MoBookworm1957]

My Irishman has been purchasing furniture for his new home.
When he had price shock the first 3 times we went out together looking.
We struck a deal........
He would buy my solid wood furniture in the storage room
Because my furniture in storage was solid wood, not cheap press wood.
Hence I have extra cash, he has furnished almost two rooms in his new home.
Double win for me, soon I won't need that storage unit at all.
Furniture that became mine after my Dad died.
So now he has 2 solid oak nightstands, oak and Iron Queen size bed,a pair of lamps for the master bedroom.
In one of the quest rooms he has a single oak nightstand, twin bed frame and a dresser, one lamp.
My Irishman took me out to dinner tonight.
It was very pleasant, candlelight, wine, soft music playing in the background.
Very romantic.

 

[MoBookworm1957]

Today he ate a couch pillow. So far...one apron, one flipphone, and now a couch pillow. He is lucky he is cute.

He should be full and cute.

 

[LadyLocust]

My Irishman has been purchasing furniture for his new home.
When he had price shock the first 3 times we went out together looking.
We struck a deal........
He would buy my solid wood furniture in the storage room
Because my furniture in storage was solid wood, not cheap press wood.
Hence I have extra cash, he has furnished almost two rooms in his new home.
Double win for me, soon I won't need that storage unit at all.
Furniture that became mine after my Dad died.
So now he has 2 solid oak nightstands, oak and Iron Queen size bed,a pair of lamps for the master bedroom.
In one of the quest rooms he has a single oak nightstand, twin bed frame and a dresser, one lamp.
My Irishman took me out to dinner tonight.
It was very pleasant, candlelight, wine, soft music playing in the background.
Very romantic.

Nah that’s not romantic toilet seats are romantic- follow me for more relationship tips

 

[MoBookworm1957]

My Irishman has been purchasing furniture for his new home.
When he had price shock the first 3 times we went out together looking.
We struck a deal........
He would buy my solid wood furniture in the storage room
Because my furniture in storage was solid wood, not cheap press wood.
Hence I have extra cash, he has furnished almost two rooms in his new home.
Double win for me, soon I won't need that storage unit at all.
Furniture that became mine after my Dad died.
So now he has 2 solid oak nightstands, oak and Iron Queen size bed,a pair of lamps for the master bedroom.
In one of the quest rooms he has a single oak nightstand, twin bed frame and a dresser, one lamp.
My Irishman took me out to dinner tonight.
It was very pleasant, candlelight, wine, soft music playing in the background.
Very romantic.

Nah that’s not romantic toilet seats are romantic- follow me for more relationship tips

I got a ring too.
Not an engagement ring, but a promise ring of sorts.
It was his Grandmother's and he thought I would treasure it more.

 

[Amish Heart]

I picked up little granddaughter from her bus trip band competition a bit ago, and on the 15 min ride home, all I heard was Jordan.....
Jordan and her sat next to each other on the bus
Jordan and her held hands on the bus everyone thought they were cute and took selfies
Jordan and her watched the sun set out the bus window
Jordan is the cutest boy she ever saw in her whole life
Jordan is so smart and such a good percussionist
She is glad tomorrow and the next day are school days so she can see Jordan (Friday starts Spring Break).
What it's like to be 13

 

[Ekatarina]

Tuesday March 11th 2025
9.47 pm ... now 28f

Weird I feel like if its weekend ...but its not
It was raining a bit today
Dane girl went outside when there was no rain
It was mild 48f there was even sun

All together ...it was a ok day
Plus its nice to have dark in the morning and more
sun and light from outside until almost 7 pm

So all the babies are calm and I will soon see my bed
But 1st I have to take *Miss Ruben* in my arms for a good 15 min
because she does request it
Ahhh Ruben !!!

Sleep well !!!