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Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 18:50:21 PST   Listings
Chrome wheels I guess.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 18:42:52 PST   Listings
Whatsa ganja floater? Or dare I ask? I know what it sounds like
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 18:41:33 PST   Listings
Times iz hard
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 18:40:29 PST   Listings
No advertising exqusitrides; read the red letters above.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 17:45:51 PST   Listings
Seeyabye
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 17:17:23 PST   Listings
jaxie - Thanks for email. Clears up something. BTW, sweet potatoes last a LOT longer than regular spuds, you shoulda bought that bag on sale.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 17:01:47 PST   Listings
It's easier when you own the store too.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 17:01:27 PST   Listings
Oh Bird, it's easier when you own the story. When you've had enough you can do something about it.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 16:45:44 PST   Listings
Crab cakes for dinner
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 16:41:36 PST   Listings
Well I think the DH is home he & RR went to town. I am glad its friday, but darn it- not nearly as glad as Ginnyrose.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 16:15:33 PST   Listings
Ribbons you have the patience of Job. I tried retailing in my high school years as a part time job. Never after, and never again!!
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 16:11:10 PST   Listings
My goodness Plume what a hot dress! She will be the Belle of the Ball in that lil number!

Sorry T-Gal about the young womans passing. Too young.:(
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 16:09:22 PST   Listings
I'm passing on my Grey Goose tonight. The olive in that martini looks mighty tempting.

I'm not really complaining although it sounds like it. I just find behavior strange sometimes.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 16:07:34 PST   Listings
Thanks, Ben. I'm saving up for a big tip closer to Christmas.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 16:03:47 PST   Listings
Good evening, Thanks for the bar cart. It is sorely needed.

Shelly I think your doll is a remake of a "Jenny Lind" doll, but its prolly not German or old.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 16:01:45 PST   Listings
It was just strange and to most people probably wouldn't matter. It is the job, after all.

We unpacked Christmas stuff today and found mouse evidence. They had chewed the berries off a very expensive garland that was used here at home. We've caught four but maybe we need to re-bait. Those four sure have made a mess.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 15:55:04 PST   Listings
I don't usually. That was the point. In both cases they stood at the front of the store. I usually say something like "Let's see what we can find" and head to the area of the store where I think there is something. In both cases I headed to the back of the back room and waited. And waited. Finally I got the message and picked up what I could carry and hauled it out. In the case of the candy dish lady she did finally follow me but we still had to haul every one out front and sit it beside the other choices. The teapot fellow stood his ground about ten steps inside the front door.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 15:53:06 PST   Listings
And to the corner for meeee.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 15:51:12 PST   Listings
ribbons - I think I already know the answer, but again, just curious.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 15:39:49 PST   Listings
Oh dear...Sophie Dot is in loooove with a lambswool duster on a stick. This could get ugly.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 15:31:53 PST   Listings
It's Friday and Ben is late. Sorry. Help yourselves.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 15:30:38 PST   Listings
ribbons - Why do you truck items back and forth for customer inspection and not let them wander? Just curious.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 15:08:07 PST   Listings
Thank You BAMA, I did post on the Doll Chat board but no activity there at this time.. I will try that link.. Thanks again, Shelly
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 15:06:56 PST   Listings
Evenin'! It's Friday. Isn't it? I didn't get much past recognizing daylight today. I don't know how there could be so many difficult customers in one day. People who stood just inside the store and waited while I trucked back and forth with items that I thought might meet their request. I hauled every candy dish for one women who was so ambiguous that I finally just wrapped up two and handed her the ticket. Later in the day there was a couple. The male wanted teapots. He stood at the front desk and waited while I searched out every single one in the store and brought it for his approval. Wonder how those people manage at Wal Mart?
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 14:57:43 PST   Listings
Hi, shellyrae - Not many here are up on dolls, and I'm guessing you've asked the Doll Chat about it. You might get better results (and some answers) on the threaded Doll Chat at this link. You'll need to start a new topic and check back there for replies. I think it's busier than the Doll board here.

The metal surrounding your mirror looks to me like pot metal (mostly zinc). Have no idea if it's old or something produced for the tourist trade.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 14:34:29 PST   Listings
I also have this small vanity mirror, Has an N in the center of the bottom piece, and a tag saying made in Italy on the back..
Wonder if it is as old as it looks.. It measures nearly 8" tall. Thanks again for taking a look.. Shelly
http://i176.photobucket.com/albums/w191/ShellyRae37/AVintageItalianVanityMirror.jpg
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 14:27:28 PST   Listings
Hello Looking for some help again, if anyone has any ideas on this little german doll.. She is 7" high with porcelain head & bodice area, forearms/and bottom of legs... Om the back of her bodice it looks like I can make out part of GERMANY, but all of it not clear.. Thanks for any & all input.. Shelly
http://i176.photobucket.com/albums/w191/ShellyRae37/ADoll1.jpg
http://i176.photobucket.com/albums/w191/ShellyRae37/Adoll.jpg
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 14:05:49 PST   Listings

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Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 14:00:49 PST   Listings
Hi, bevsbeauts - If you have provenance for your pieces and lots of photos, you could try high-end auction houses like Southeby's or Christies. Both have websites. We really can't suggest smaller options similar to eBay by name here, that's against the rules of eBay. Google online auctions, though, and I suspect you'll find them.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 12:31:06 PST   Listings
Hello.. just looking for a little guidance. I have a couple of very high-end items, i.e. an 18th Century Kang'xi Dynasty blue and white plates (gorgeous!), a couple of very old Delft vases confirmed and dated 1881 by Koninklijke Porceleyne Fles, a few very old Yale toby mugs, etc. I don't think ebay would bring the most money. Any idea where I can sell these? They are part of an estate I'm working on.
Thanks so much!
Bev
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 11:57:34 PST   Listings
What a busy morning you all had! So did I -- an 8:30 am meeting and a 10:30 am meeting; the worst part is that I chaired both groups and scheduled the meetings. I originally had the second meeting at 10 am and then neglected to look closely at my calendar and scheduled the earlier meeting (the first was in Nanuet, NY, the second in Hackensack, NJ).

Plume, that's a beautiful dress, how wonderful to have that "moment" with DD3.

Here's my cranberry sauce recipe: 1 pound cranberries; 2 cups sugar (I only use 1 cup!!); 1/2 cup water; 1/8 tsp ground cloves; 1/8 tsp ground ginger; 1/2 tsp ground allspice; 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

In a saucepan, combine the cranberries, sugar, and water. Cook until some of the cranberry skins burst. Remove from heat and add seasonings. Makes slightly more than 1 quart, enough for 12 persons.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 11:09:00 PST   Listings
OH BLUE SKIES-Smiling at me. Nothing but blue skies do I see. LOL
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 11:08:07 PST   Listings
BIRDie-come down to SUNNY FLORIDA-we's got lots of purty blue skies. Lovely evening clouds that takes ones' breath away-and me not having camera handy.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 10:44:51 PST   Listings
Wahhhhhh! I want blue sky too. Two weeks of grey is getting immensely boring.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 10:19:56 PST   Listings
OK, fieplace hearth and 'schtuff' are cleaned and put back, orchids are watered and put back, logs are in the basket, and it is now.....
TIME FOR A NAP!
BaddaBing!
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 10:18:30 PST   Listings
WOW! What a baaaaad happening, DOLORES!!! Frustrated would NOT be the word I would use, if it was me!!! And by the time ins. kicks in, the weddings will be over!
:(
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 10:17:21 PST   Listings
Ohhhh, PLUMEY ... what a beautiful dress ... pearls, yes! (I've got a couple of loaner bags!)
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 10:16:59 PST   Listings
Bridal dress problem in our area. Truck hit fire hydrant. Water shot up to roof of Isis Bridal shop. Hole in roof, dresses ruined. Brides frustrated.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 10:13:24 PST   Listings
JAXIE, hopefully it will be a quick fix ... there are also lots of BobVila sites with good info! You can DO it, girl !

Thanks, guys ... we are both torn up, and three of them will start out tomorrow. Sorta changes his T-giving plans, but it's OK....
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 10:09:39 PST   Listings
Plumey, that dress is wonderful. I also liked the green and cream colors. I would put pearls with it. I'll bet you have a great vintage beaded bag or clutch for the ensemble.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 09:51:56 PST   Listings
Jaxie - dress shopping IS fun. DD3 and I struck up a conversation with a first-time, older bride (38) who was all of 18 again, trying on dresses for her May wedding. If you'd like to see what DD3 picked out, look at David's Bridal online, style D18293 in "apple" red. The gown also comes with a satin wrap, and frankly - the picture on the model doesn't do the gown justice. DD3 wanted something that would allow her accessories to shine.

T-Gal, I am so sorry for your DS and his friend. Fifty is just too young.

Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 09:44:04 PST   Listings
hI-DO you think if we joined facebook & twitter we can advertise to more lookers-buyers.?? Am tempted. Does anyone subscribe to either one? I am in doubt myself. LUcy
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 09:42:57 PST   Listings
I'm reading a do-it-yourself plumbing page [wouldn't ya know it -- DH is laid up and one of our wcs is acting up]; makes me think of Drish. I wonder if he's ok? I haven't seen him since he seemingly posted under the wrong id some time ago.

I'm off to investigate the inner workings of our wc. Ugh.

Later!
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 09:33:37 PST   Listings
looking = looked

Must have more coffee.

T-gal: I'm sorry about the wife of the driving buddy. How awful.

Rag: How well do sweet potatoes keep? We like them, too but only buy them on a "per meal" basis. There was a deal on them at our local grocery store and I balked at the size of the bag for fear I'd end up tossing half of them.

It's just pouring rain here -- it was raining so hard at 5:00 a.m., it woke us up out of a sound sleep.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 09:28:46 PST   Listings
Good morning.

Plume: A few years ago I went to Portland with three friends for a shopping spree. We were in a large store in the dressing rooms, and next to us were four teenage girls trying on prom dresses. Before long, the four of us oldsters were helping the four teenagers pick out dresses; we were giving thumbs up and thumbs down as they tried them on; bring them things to try on; and giving them thoughts on what their parents might say ["no way will your father like THAT one!"].

We had more dang fun with those girls; and they seemed to have fun and appreciate the non-mother opinions.

It was such a fun few hours and those girls looking amazing.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 09:19:01 PST   Listings
...that didn't come out as planned, but I guess I should have said the wife of one of his driving buddies ...
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 09:18:27 PST   Listings
I'm sad ... ERR just called and one of his driving buddy's wife just died of brain cancer ... he's on his way tomorrow ayem to the Boston area for the wake/memorial service. She was SUCH a great lady! And only 50 !
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 09:17:14 PST   Listings
And it doesn't spatter!!!!
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 09:16:55 PST   Listings
Apple Crisp is one of MY favorites ... !!! (And it's easy, too!)
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 09:15:33 PST   Listings
Well now, the dooferati got one right: the sun came out, just before noon. S'posed to see 72 degrees, too; could they be so lucky as to get two in a row without the earth tipping off of it's axis?

Today's been slower here, and I'm not complaining. Still trying to decide what (and if I want to be bothered, today) to do with a surplus of apples. Other than warming this morning's casserole, I have not used my *squeaky clean* oven since I overhauled it, earlier this week.

Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 09:08:28 PST   Listings
I hope so too. You enjoy the quiet.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 08:50:12 PST   Listings
Yes, time alone is a good thing, RIBBONS ... but I get bored after a couple of days, methinks!
Hope your day de-hectics soon !!!!
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 08:40:33 PST   Listings
Good grief! That one little post was all I managed to squeeze in this morning. It has been hectic. Time alone is a good thing. When I look around my house and imagine having someone else living with me, I come to the conclusion that I am just fine.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 08:29:25 PST   Listings
Well ~~~~~~~ DH just left for an overnight near Pittsburgh, so I have two days ALONE !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I can nap when I want, eat when I want, and do the 'before company' things that I want to do at my leisure! Don't y'all be jealous now !
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 06:43:19 PST   Listings
Ours is grey, RIBBONS, and will be all day...
:(
Good morning, MzBlueSky!!!
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 06:34:53 PST   Listings
Morning, Ribbons. Ours is still gray; if we're lucky, we'll see blue after noon.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 06:26:47 PST   Listings
It is morning. I know that because the sky is blue.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 06:15:08 PST   Listings
The morning chuckle: Click.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 06:01:25 PST   Listings
RAG, I agree with you wholeheartedly ... I was just inferring that changing diapers is NOT the end of the world!
:o)
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 05:44:55 PST   Listings
Redde, DD3 has an instinct for knowing what cuts and colors flatters her best; it's not that she doesn't like shopping, but she typically goes in with an idea of what she wants, having searched out ideas on the 'net, beforehand. She looked at an emerald green and sapphire blue gown in different cuts (she wanted jewel tones), but came back to the red without even trying them on; she was that pleased with the dress. (Can you believe it?)

Rag, we stopped at Wally's after the dress shop; seems that they are promoting the same deals, nationwide. Sweet potatoes are just 25 cents p/pound here, too. I needed to pick up mass quantities of green bean casserole ingredients. I made a batch to feed 18, this morning (for DH's office cook out) and will need to make it for 25, this Thursday. Glad it's an easy recipe!

Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 05:26:32 PST   Listings
Good morning, again. Junior and I are back In from The Out. The little mister is happily munching down his Beneful treats (one carrot shape and one pea pod shape), after which it will be nap time (I hope). Molly was not at her gate, today; odds are, she was indoors, as the weather is threatening to spit rain. A few doors down, and across the street from Molly lives the Pumpkin Brothers, two mature felines of the marmalade persuasion. One has a rough coat; the other - smooth. They are always waiting on their home porch when we pass by, and give us the stink-eye until we have passed by their domain. They always sit still as statues; I don't know if Junior has ever noticed them, as two yards down from them lives Zeus, Marla and Pebbles. This canine trio is familiar to Junior, for he used to be one of the pack (their people are his former owners). I think he'd like to visit Marla, because he always got along with her; Pebbles came to the family after Junior's departure; but Zeus? Zeus would like nothing better than to use Junior as a chew toy. The alpha German Shepherd and the alpha Chihuahua never saw eye to eye, literally or figuratively. Junior all but prances when we pass by their house ... on the other side of the street.

I am out for a walk, and you're not. Nyah!

DD3's special occasion(s) include a Christmas/winter formal, a military ball, and a Valentine's dance. She's a busy, young lady.

Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 05:20:01 PST   Listings
t-gal: This is a new day. We have not seen this day before, nor will we ever see it again. We have one shot of doing something, using it for the best, and enjoying it. To quote an old Ray Price song (Help Me Make it Though The Night), "Yesterday is dead and gone, and tommorow's out of sight."
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 05:15:36 PST   Listings
Wally World had sweet potatoes on sale for 25 cents per pound. Bought 20 pounds, as we love them, and they are very healthy. Light fog in the Heartland, and hoping the leaves will dry by tomorrow, so I can do the last pickup before Spring.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 05:13:37 PST   Listings
GUYS !!!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 05:11:24 PST   Listings
Redde- It is morning, time is wasting when the sun is up. Plus, the sitter has things to do today (not sure what) and we will have 12 week old Kate for the day. I have not changed a diaper in almost 40 years. That will be left up to Grandma.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 05:06:03 PST   Listings
Whats the big occasion?
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 05:05:45 PST   Listings
You'd nevah get away with that in this house. No one thinks they got to do anything unless they got to go to work. On days off its sleep tha day away.

Plume at least that didn't take long.
RR might try on a 3 dozen a day, Not that they don't look alright,she just has to try on.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 05:04:07 PST   Listings
Now THAT was a true AWWWWWWW, PLUMEY!!!!!
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 05:03:18 PST   Listings
Do we NEED all that noise????

Good morning, RAG and PLUMETTE !!!!!
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 04:51:06 PST   Listings
Reveille, reveille, reveille, up all hands on deck.

You've got to get up
You've got to get up
You've got to get up this morning
You've got to get up
You've got to get up
Get up with the bugler's call
The major told the captain
The captain told the sergeant
The sergeant told the bugler
The bugler told them all.

Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 04:28:34 PST   Listings
Last night, DD3 (age 16) and I went out so she could try on formal gowns; she has several events on the horizon. When she walked out of the fitting room in her first selection (red satin, mermaid cut, trumpet skirt) to stand in front of the big 3-way mirror, all heads turned. My jaw dropped. Our baby girl stood before me (in 3 inch heels), transformed into a DDG young woman. A matronly lady nearby leaned over and said, "You and your husband do good work." We do; and - we bought the dress.

Thank you for the belated birthday wishes. I think I can enjoy them more, now - as there was too much commotion on and around the actual day. I just hope that the Birthday Wrinkle Fairy doesn't see this as an opportunity to visit me a second time in one year. ;o)

Posted by   ( ) on Nov-20-09 at 04:07:39 PST   Listings


In waking a tiger, use a long stick.
(Or a cup of strong coffee.)
Mao Tse-Tung
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 23:42:09 PST   Listings
Sorry, sorry, all Oprah-fans I have now made indignant. Please forgive me. I think I have an attitude because my sister and I were revisiting classic family Thanksgivings.

There was the year the Tickners across the street sent Pop over two days before, to invite us grandly to their festive gathering. As he was leaving, he casually tossed over his shoulder the request that we should also bring our dining room table and the 12 matching chairs.

Thank you, Lord, for our receipt of a previous invitation
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 23:38:45 PST   Listings
So Oprah is finally quitting. Eventually.

I don't know if I can make adequate preparation for the flood of flattery, boo-hooing, huggery and recapitulation this event will trigger--is there that much insulin even in production?

And we've only got a year-plus.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 22:44:50 PST   Listings
It sounds like a great time -- I would go in a hot second if there wasn't 8 hours between us. :-)

DH and I are reading the new Jon Krakauer book -- about Pat Tillman [DH just finished it; I'm just starting it]. I think Krakauer's books are a bit sloggy with long-winded detail, but are good. DH was reading passages out loud -- I'm not sure I'll be able to read it without throwing it against the wall, but, I'll try. I'm also reading Edward Kennedy's memoir. In fact, I'm off to read Edward in bed.

Night.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 22:34:50 PST   Listings
Jaxie, it is a fun group. We try to pair our wines and food with the book we have been reading. Tonight was my "hostess" night, and we have been reading "White Tiger" about India, and I hated the book, pompous little a$$. But we had the usual bottle of white wine, red wine, and a bottle of pomegrante juice, plus various crackers, curried naan, celery, cukes, tahini, and other cheeses, including an absolutly incredible curried cream chees from the Grocery Outlet. If you have one in your town, frequent it once in a while. They have strange offerings. I bought the cheese today, and will be headed down tomorrow morning to buy another package or two. It was buttery, great tasting, and we went through the entire package.

PS - feel free to join our club at any time, we want more members!

night, all.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 22:09:35 PST   Listings
Birdsis: Sounds like an interesting book [and bookclub]. Odd how I rarely notice typing or spelling booboos made by others but mine seem to leap off the screen. ;-)
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 21:54:49 PST   Listings
And those of you who are "intersted" would probably be snooty and spell it "interested". Can you tell it was my bookclub meeting tonight, aka the ladies wine and cheese party. Good thing we all walk and don't drive to the meetings!
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 21:51:49 PST   Listings
Jaxie - a couple of quotes from my Hoodport friend tonight:

"No I am quite sure it must be 10 feet cuz it hasn't stopped raining here in days! You should see the waterfalls coming off the hills on 101!"

"Talk with you tomorrow assuming we still have power. The trees are starting to get soggy and slide."

Her comments lead me to believe that "location location location" is not everything. Not that I didn't know that before!!!

On a completely different subject, those of you who are intersted in the English language, etc. will like the book I'm reading now, "The Professor and the Madman" by Simon Winchester - it's about the making of the Oxford English Dictionary.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 21:47:12 PST   Listings
Another quick cranberry recipe - boil the cranberries with less sugar, and then add some Torino or other brand raspberry flavoring, sugar-free or not. Or orange. Or B-52 or whatever.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 21:40:01 PST   Listings
I was walking down the hall and the name of the store popped into my brain so I came back to post it -- but I see you two knew right away.

We almost didn't stop because I had read some on-line reviews that said the store has changed in a not good way [lots of goods made overseas, etc.] but we had a blast in there. It is quite large. Have you ever been to a place where you see so many things that you want to buy that you are overwhelmed and leave with nothing? That's what it was like. And we were there only an hour or so before closing.

I just roamed around their web site -- what great stuff. And so many things that were great ideas, but, aren't seen any more.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 19:59:45 PST   Listings
Not asking. My answer.

Nite'ALL!
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 19:58:45 PST   Listings
Vermont Country Store?
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 19:51:14 PST   Listings
Jaxie: I know the store well. The Vermont Country Store has good stuff and have ordered from them for many years.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 19:46:42 PST   Listings
I make something similar. Cover fresh cranberries with water and bring to a boil. Allow berries to pop. Drain off the liquid and stir in a little sugar while hot. Allow to cool. Add chopped pecans and Triple Sec. Refrigerate until ready to use. I hope I didn't leave anything out.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 19:41:28 PST   Listings
Ribbons: There's a famous store in Vermont [VT, help me here!] that has been around forever; I used to get their catalog a long time ago....it has all sort of homespun-ish, old-fashioned but cool stuff. Anyway, that laundry photo was taken there.

VT: Speaking of you, another Thanksgiving tip was to add a couple of tablespoons of maple syrup to the whipping cream for the pumpkin pie.

3 and I'm out.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 19:34:46 PST   Listings
I was watching a cooking show the other day [that perky, smiling woman] -- she was making Thanksgiving dishes that looked like a lot of effort went into the preparation [but really didn't]. I caught this one: she dumped a can of cranberry sauce or two in a dish -- added a swig of Grand Marnier, mixed in some orange zest, and finished it with chopped pecans. It looked really good.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 19:22:48 PST   Listings
Evening, all.

Birdsis: A friend moved to Olympia several years ago; she really howls about the bleak weather. When I asked if it was that much different than here, she said "ohhhh yeah."

DH went to a party in Hoodsport a couple of years ago at the home of someone we know slightly [family connection]. Wow -- she had a wonderful, long pier [dock?] out into the water. Lovely setting.

It seems like it would be a lonely area for a newly widowed person to live, but, I haven't been in that area in a long time -- maybe it has changed.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 19:17:40 PST   Listings
Bird, it's tradition in SC's family. Unflavored gelatin, chopped cabbage, onion and pimiento. Celery if you like. Made in individual molds. Turned up and served with a dollop of homemade mayonaise on top.

Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 18:17:13 PST   Listings
Good evening. We're moving into storm #4 tonight. Ribbons, what's perfection salad?

Jaxie, if you wander by, my friend lives in Hoodsport, on the canal, right at the eastern base of the Olympics. She said she's had 10 feet of rain, but I know she's stretching the truth a little because she has to commute to Olympia every morning - a dark, wet, soggy drive down #101, which has lots of slides even in the fairest of weather. I do not envy her. If you have any diver friends looking for a great place to buy, this is right up from the famous "Octopus Hole". It's not a happy place for her since her husband died two years ago.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 17:59:08 PST   Listings
That would be my menu except sweet potatoes and add perfection salad.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 17:35:00 PST   Listings
oh an cranberry sauyze
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 17:34:27 PST   Listings
Turkey -ham, mashed taters & gravy, dressing and brussel sprouts. creasent rolls. pie
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 17:18:25 PST   Listings
I guess I'll be stuck cooking for the gang this year. Some of them will be out of town, but some are gonna have relatives here, so It will be a job. I refued last year because I didn't have the counter butcher block finished. I go no excuse this year, except that the floor needs to be redone. I suppose its best to have a crowd now and finish destroying it before I get a new one..
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 16:31:37 PST   Listings
This year went by too fast.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 15:57:59 PST   Listings
I'm making breakfast for dinner and breakfast for tomorrow at my desk. A multiple egg omelet with kielbasa, cheese and green onions and hashbrowns on the side. Seeyabye.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 15:56:21 PST   Listings
The Hunk For yer b'day.:)
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 15:56:16 PST   Listings
jjones6423 - Your 70's Sansui turntable seems to be well thought of on other sites and can bring some nice money. You'll have to websearch it; I can't tell you the sites I found it on here. They sell stuff for money and eBay doesn't want anyone to know there are other options. ;-)
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 15:50:45 PST   Listings
oh I forgot something, BRB
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 15:50:04 PST   Listings
Holding with the b'day tradition, Happy b'day Plume!
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 15:26:44 PST   Listings
Happy Belated, Plume, and many many more to follow.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 15:26:35 PST   Listings
Oh, goodness, dearie me. The world faces a shortage in breakfast Eggos. No, really, this made the news today.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 15:05:16 PST   Listings
Happy belated b-day, plume. :-)

Last night one of my dearest friends (the lady who's agreed to take my cats if something ever happens to me) emailed that her elderly cat Trouble (aka Bubba) keeled over dead. I called her and she was all torn up. Her DH is TDY now and she couldn't reach him to find out what she should do with the remains until the cat can be cremated. Apparently the cat had been ailing for some time, and picked last night to expire. At any rate, her vet is a sweet guy, and he arranged to meet her with Troubles at his office. He took the remains and today they were to have discussed the procedure.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 14:44:03 PST   Listings
To a sweet lady-PLUMEY!!!!!!
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Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 14:41:36 PST   Listings
Oh me-did not scroll down. Plumey's is Nov. 7. Well shucks I got close. LOL my 92 year old brothers' is Nov. 5. LOl
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 14:38:52 PST   Listings
Plumey-Happy belated Birthday also-I did same thing sorta over at glassies-I feel permanent there for a few months now and thought they don't know my Birthday date. But thank goodness-a sweet doll-Suzy came thru and made me feel welcome. I could live without congrats, but when all are so darn sweet like here-it does thrill me somehwat knowing someone took time out to say howdy... But hey-they come too fast anyway....Let's guess when Plumey celebrated hers. I say Nov.11.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 14:31:21 PST   Listings
I lvoes my pig ribs also-Smokey Bones here gives me free 2 for 1 and all you want coupons. I joined via internet. Sure helps to know how to type. LOl
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 14:29:48 PST   Listings
Hi--Well-got to top of that going out food. LOL We-Pa nnd me went to Burger King-good fud. I had the bestest onion rings with my whopper. Pa had the grilled chicken sandwich. Yummy tall coke for me-Pa a chocolte shake then off to the big wallyworld. Oh my goodness-stood in line 1/2 hr. or more-but got all the food home. We are now exhausted. Left at 1 and home at 5. But had to stop at Lowes to pick out vent hood color and faucet for new kitchen. I didn't know you could not use but kitchen fucets. I liked the bathroom ones better... LOL- Now off tomorrow to get SON new fridge. Will it ever end?? LOl
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 14:19:41 PST   Listings
Well, we all went to lunch. I had pig. Ribs, squash, pinto beans and cornbread. That's pretty tall hog at the trough for locals.

Plume, grapes? There used to be a restaurant here that had an oriental theme that served a similar chicken salad. It was really good. People always asked her for the recipe but she would not share it.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 11:49:45 PST   Listings
I am in pig heaven, having just finished a cup full of fruited, curried chicken salad. It's homemade at a little restaurant in Summerville, that is called - Simply Delicious. I don't know about anything else on their menu, but this? ... is. :)
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 11:36:25 PST   Listings
Jax, I'll bet the photo will get picked up. It's a good one.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 09:03:02 PST   Listings
Plume: What day was your birthday? I hope it was a good one! I always think it's odd when I have to say my age out loud -- that's the only time I think "I am old."

That whole hanging laundry thing makes me nuts. That's what prompted this display in Vermont:

http://www.oopsmytiaraslipped.com/newengland2009/vt_laundry.htm

Gotta get. Later!
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 09:00:29 PST   Listings
Flying through to say good morning.

Super good deal in my email this morning -- for today only. $49 + free shipping for my favorite deep v cashmere sweater at the...errrm...store at the end of the lands [trying to comply with ebay's rules].
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 08:23:58 PST   Listings
Jjones6423: I found one listed online for $425 (Canadian); no idea if the seller (posted ad in October) got what s/he was asking. Seems that you might get a more accurate idea of it's current, market value if you contacted music stores that sell refurbed stereo components - or - do more digging on the web. There are no completed listings of your model, presently on Ebay.

Jersey, thank you. Boring is good; I could grow to LIKE boring. I look forward to seeing your pix later, but for now - I must fly; I've been invited to lunch by my guy, who happens to be working 'round the corner. Lucky me! BBL - maybe.

Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 08:14:01 PST   Listings
Anyone know how I could find pricing of a vintage sansui sr 929 turntable?
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 08:12:52 PST   Listings
Good morning from cloudy NJ, easing my way into the day. Just got a call from our technology-challenged neighbors -- the cleaning lady unplugged something from the tv/cable box and they don't know where it should go.

Here are the photos from my weekend in Virginia/DC, first the National Zoo and second the ice skating show:

http://picasaweb.google.com/write4unj/NationalZ00111609?authkey=Gv1sRgCMrNwKCf69bIyAE&feat=directlink

http://picasaweb.google.com/write4unj/KaleidoscopeIceShow111609?authkey=Gv1sRgCJKSyv3B4Z6zMg&feat=directlink

Plume, a belated but very special HAPPY BIRTHDAY to you! I hope it was great and that it's followed by a relatively boring year. ;~)
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 07:56:46 PST   Listings
Heh .. "Pepples" is really, Pebbles, but if you heard the little girl in the family say her name, well now, Pepples it is. ;o)
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 07:55:17 PST   Listings
Awww... thank you, T-Gal. You slipped in, while I was trying to remember the names of the neighborhood canine association.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 07:53:46 PST   Listings
Time to have our first Thanksgiving Dinner ... see y'all later!
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 07:53:21 PST   Listings
Thank you, Ribbons. The 7th of November; technically - I was a week early, but I maintain that I was a week late. We don't know our neighbors as well as we know their dogs. Turbo (boxer), Bosco (schipperke), Lulu & Goliath (newfies), L'il Bit & Marla (other Cheewawaz), Emma (mini dobie-mix), Pepples (Pomeranian), Trouble (doxie), Hawkeye (wolf/husky hybrid), Abbey & GiGi (cocker spaniels), Molly (poodle), Carl (corgi mix), Jake & Zeus (shepherds), Joey & Jimmy (beagles), Boy (retriever mix) and - there are others. These are the ones we pass, every day on just two streets; some we haven't met, yet. Goodness knows how many more are one street over. Needless to say, when Junior reads the news on the posts, there's a lot to absorb.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 07:39:45 PST   Listings
Oh, DEAR! Of ALL the people to miss ... 11/7 came and went and we forgot one of our fav. peeps !!!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, PLUMETTE !!!!!
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 07:37:39 PST   Listings
I think tickets would be the perfect gift !!!!

Our elec. co. calls and says their meter readers will be in the area "over the next few days" and to please keep your dogs inside! For a few days????? Our reader loves Tate and they have a little play in the midst of the 'reading' !!!
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 07:36:56 PST   Listings
Plume, they'd have to take me away if I were around that many dogs barking.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY PLUME!!! Whenever it was.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 07:34:57 PST   Listings
Paper gifts: Deed, stock certificate, check, Kleenex, photograph, subscription to a magazine, book and there's the old standby of a stack of cards tied with a ribbon that can be redeemed for assorted favors.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 07:24:22 PST   Listings
The electric company's meter reader was just here; Junior is still bristling and rrrrr-ruffing about it. He can hear other, neighborhood dogs sounding off about the interloper. Some of the barks are very deep (Newfoundland, boxer, German shepherd), others are high and staccato, (Chihuahua, poodle, doxie, schipperke) with the baleful howl of beagles and hounds rounding out the symphony.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 07:20:00 PST   Listings
Rag - perhaps tickets to something she'd enjoy? Our silver is coming up in early December; doesn't seem possible - but it is.

I need to do some of that kind of shopping, too. DH's department is having a cookout tomorrow (fried turkey & trimmings); he's providing the fryer and will do the honors. He volunteered to contribute green bean casserole, which means I'll cook - he'll carry.

Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 07:02:00 PST   Listings
My eyes must be changing. I can now watch TV without glasses and see fairly well. Road signs are another subject, let alone read. Off to do some shopping for Turkey Day and other stuff. Our first anniversary is next week and have no clue as to a gift. First is paper. Would that mean a check?
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 06:38:40 PST   Listings
Rag - by jove, you've found them! Kinda anti-climactic, aren't they?
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 06:36:20 PST   Listings
Okay, I can barely see those flakes. It is like light white against lighter blue. Sheesh.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 06:35:17 PST   Listings
Ribbons: "yes", "no - but that's alright". :o)

I just watched the video of the friendly kitten who climbs the police officer, and I have to give the man credit for being understanding of the little fuzz-ball's affection.

Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 06:34:03 PST   Listings
SYFTOC. Time flies when you get up late.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 06:33:30 PST   Listings
Ab-so-lute-ly. Any day I'm on the upside of the green grass I'm ahead of the game. My hometown must have done something good because most of my class is still around. Some are really a round, but most of us are still here.

Marwin? Where's Marwin?
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 06:31:51 PST   Listings
Plume, you had a birthday recently? Did we celebrate? I have no memory.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 06:31:15 PST   Listings
Harummph! DH stole the 'puter !!!

HEY, MARWIN !!!!
Age is a state of mind, RIBBONS ... you and I are proof (somedays better than others) of that !!! \:o)
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 06:25:58 PST   Listings
Heh ... where is Marwin when medical stuff (and flip-flops) is being discussed?
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 06:24:55 PST   Listings
Ribbons, I recently had a birthday, and am not yet accustomed to the new number; heck - DH is older than I am, by several years - and I'm not used to his age yet, even though his was back in March.

I was talking to Mom, last night. Her MD is not going to do anything about the cyst on her kidney; apparently - now that the UT infection has been cured - it's obvious to them that the cyst isn't such a much. Were it bigger, they'd got after it. That's the same line that I was given about the one I have on my thyroid. It's grown, since then, and they'd probably do an FNA now, but I'm not going after it, until I have insurance again.

Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 06:18:55 PST   Listings
Rag, they're there. Up at the top where the search square is. Look at the big eBay and then look right under it. The snowflakes stretch across the page.

Plume, I've lived in neighborhoods where I could not hang clothes on the line.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 06:15:44 PST   Listings
Sometimes I just like saying "I'm 71" because it amazes me. I don't feel 71. Not that I know how 71 feels because I can't be 71. At least I know someone older than me. SC is 73.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 06:15:16 PST   Listings
Good grief. Have any of you heard about the flap that's being raised over the right to hang laundry on clotheslines? There's been some brouhaha about it in the Charleston area, and I thought we were alone in the insanity; apparently - NOT. From the newswires: Click Here.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 06:14:55 PST   Listings
I have no snowflakes or banners, and feel deprived, neglected, abused, or ignored.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 06:11:02 PST   Listings
Sorry, sometimes my rebuttal side just takes over. I think it comes from being a prize winning debater in high school.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 06:08:13 PST   Listings
Mornin'! The snowflakes are right where they've been for about a week now.

I am 71 and I walk the whole store for the exercise when I can. When I can't I ride the little cart. I eat frozen veggies, waffles, pancakes, biscuits, canned soups and other prepared stuff for convenience. I just had my physical and all my numbers are near perfect. The only pills I take are for problems caused by a couple of tons of steel plowing into to me not once but twice.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 06:03:40 PST   Listings
That IS unusual, T-Gal. Most institutions (and some institutional restaurants) are not noted for 'good eats'. The pale snowflake banner above is all of the white stuff I need, in this part o' the world. I don't miss it, even at the holidays, because I know what goes with it: boots, hats, mittens, shovels, frozen digits, runny noses, cluttered-up foyers, etc. ....
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 05:53:06 PST   Listings
Below "Hi, Ragcooks"
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 05:52:36 PST   Listings
VERY pale up at "categories, motors, stores, etc"
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 05:51:12 PST   Listings
Where are the snowflakes? I have been reading about those, but do not see. (actually, we had some Tuesday morning, but not on the screen).
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 05:49:31 PST   Listings
It's "Thanksgiving" at MIL's facility today ... they really go all out, with a lovely dinner, etc. We have to leave about 11 to get her downstairs to the BIG activities room and get a good seat, etc. They have just hired a new chief cook, and the food is unbelievably good ... unusual, eh?
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 05:45:33 PST   Listings
Good morning, T-Gal. :o)
I am going to be up and down - fixing breakfast and a take-out lunch for the college & working girl.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 05:41:46 PST   Listings
I HAVE SNOWFLAKES UP TOP TODAY !
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 05:41:16 PST   Listings
Ditto....
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 05:38:46 PST   Listings
I am what is referred to as a "periferal shopper." I go into a grocery store and my path is produce, dairy, fresh meats and the checkout lane. The only deviation is for napkins, toilet paper, paper towels or canned tomato products. I am almost 67 and am no medication except for some Naproxen for arthitis. Something is working. I see folks in the grocery store with piles of frozen dinners. Read the labels and you will find most ingredients are unprounceable chemical names. I want fresh meat, veggies and good dairy products. (PS-I can pronounce those chemicals, and most are preservatives. Eat enough of them and you will not need a mortuary when you die. You will be preserved by what you eat. (off my stump)
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 05:35:04 PST   Listings
Goooood morning....! Rained all night, but stopped now ...
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 05:12:23 PST   Listings
Good morning, Rag. It's a foggy 64 here; when the gloom burns off, we're supposed to see a sunny 79. Mother Nature must be peri-menopausal, because she's been hot-flashing all week.

Regarding the quote, I have read that it's ironic: the wealthiest and poorest women in the USA eat roughly the same. I am neither, thank goodness.

Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 04:46:33 PST   Listings
Actually, that should have been 40, and light fog.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 04:45:50 PST   Listings
Light fog and 50 in the Heartland of America. In addition to Plumey's quote, there are 15 million Americans who go to bed hungry every night, as there are at least that many who are on a diet. It has been dreary for 4 days, mist, snow, drizzle and rain. The sun is supposed to shine today. We shall see.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-19-09 at 04:25:27 PST   Listings


Blessed are those who hunger and thirst, for they are sticking to their diets.
Anonymous

Posted by   ( ) on Nov-18-09 at 21:29:25 PST   Listings
Jaxie--I'm with you on the clear cuts. Just flying over the northwest makes me pout. There is a lot it of in the Cascades, not so much in the Rockies. Here when they clear cut they either plant back or nature takes it over and there is growth within a couple years. I really say not too much anymore after going up Mt. St. Helens and seeing all the growth amount along with the dead growth. That was encouraging.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-18-09 at 20:37:14 PST   Listings
errrm...morale [not moral].

Birdsis: Did your friend at least benefit from the logging? There are so many clearcuts between here and coast; it just makes me weep. There are three huge new ones that are on incredibly steep slopes. We were coming back from the coast a few weeks ago and there was a really large slash burn on one of them; was creepy seeing it from a distance at night as it looked like a forest fire.

DH and I cannot talk about clearcuts; it's a big hot button issue between us. He has a degree in foresty and spouts facts; I speal emotion and rant and rave about the environment, wildlife, aesthetics. It never ends well, so we sort of avoid the topic any more. Though today even he grumbled a bit about the three new ones. [A morale victory for meeee.]

Two and I'm out. Night.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-18-09 at 20:31:55 PST   Listings
Evening, all.

VT, Bamaj and Tgal: Thanks for the nice thoughts for DH. The new bondage doesn't make any difference in his mobility, but, it's a moral booster for sure.

Birdsis: 13"? Holy smokes. We went to the coast today; the winds didn't fire up until 4:30 and no rain -- the ocean was pretty wild. It was a bit eerie driving through areas where the firs lined the highway [lots of downed trees and broken boughs from the other day]. Ate a late lunch in a restaurant on a bluff with a great view. Nice day. My favorite bought-in-Scotland-on-a-freezing-day scarf almost blew to China; I had to chase it down.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-18-09 at 19:37:30 PST   Listings
well-I know all of youare witing patiently tog t a full report on the homeoweners meeting. There were 4 of us there to protest the fees. It will stay same for next year. 185.00 a mo. Too much-but can't fight 2 attorneys sitting there speiling off the budget. LOL
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-18-09 at 19:31:21 PST   Listings
Oh T_GAL-I bet to differ. I have worn my glasses to bed so often I shriek-why can't I remember to un-do these buggers. See-I wear the string or cute cord with them-and use as a necklace for just reading. Then when one gets uh=elderly-one forgets they have them on. It's sorta like wearing a girdle. LOL
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-18-09 at 19:29:44 PST   Listings
ps Lucy - the packaged Thai mix was edible, but needed a lot more spices and "heat". My opinion only! :)
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-18-09 at 19:26:53 PST   Listings
well doggie birdsitter-that about sums it up for me. Teach others to ?? think? What kind of world would we have if we all could THINK!!! LOL- I do enough thinking for 12 people that do not know the word. hahaha
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-18-09 at 19:07:41 PST   Listings
Here is tonight's poetry reading:

http://www.uuwestport.org/Readings/okarma.html

We're waiting for storm #3 to hit us with lots of wind and rain, so that we can get on to storm #4, and hopefully have a rather mild weekend. The weather service is calling us a "storm magnet" I have a friend who lives in an area that has had over 13" of rain in the past 48 hours. Unfortunately, she lives on a hill, and they have logged above her.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-18-09 at 18:08:59 PST   Listings
The turkeys in Vermont don't look like the turkey's here.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-18-09 at 18:03:31 PST   Listings
Hi there VT.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-18-09 at 17:52:51 PST   Listings
I'm off to bed. Sleep well everyone.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-18-09 at 17:44:29 PST   Listings
Bama, here is the link to my pictures.

http://picasaweb.google.com/TripleOFarms

Night Tgal.

Hello Redde!
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-18-09 at 17:26:32 PST   Listings
oh yes. I got off a bit early today.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-18-09 at 17:25:23 PST   Listings
OK, all filled in ...
JAXIE, glad to hear DH is becoming less of a weight !!!! The black cast will be much more comfy ... hope you get a storm in ...
Off to the tuuuube
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-18-09 at 17:20:37 PST   Listings
...YRR on phone....mbbl
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-18-09 at 17:12:44 PST   Listings
Time for the alpaca sox in your desk drawer? Oh, you were home by the time the sun set, right?
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-18-09 at 17:08:23 PST   Listings
I've been cold most all day, the sun did heat up nice tho about noon,but as soon as the sun set, it started dropping. all our heat has escaped.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-18-09 at 17:03:32 PST   Listings
Goooood evening!
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-18-09 at 17:03:06 PST   Listings
"Men seldom make passes at girls who wear glasses", so Dorothy Parker once said. She said it quite rightly, they're sometimes unsightly. (But no one wears glasses to bed!)
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-18-09 at 16:51:03 PST   Listings
Oh, that could lead a person to limerick!
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-18-09 at 16:39:53 PST   Listings
In honor of Ginnyrose:

i like to drink a martini.
two at the very most.
three and i'm under the table.
four and i'm under my host.

dorothy parker
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-18-09 at 16:20:53 PST   Listings
Well the red tide is on its way out, I hope it don't come back soon.
I had to go to town today and meet the girls that I have to sometimes call on the phone. Its not a bad thing, its just not really needed. Won't hurt to be friendly but I had a lot of other things I think I need to be doing. Oh well.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-18-09 at 15:53:00 PST   Listings
Poof and gone.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-18-09 at 15:52:40 PST   Listings
jaxie - Glad to hear your DH is out of the plaster. It's all good from there. One of our coworkers had serious wrist surgery and is only now able to use her right hand to work her 4-speed Jeep. She had a temporary handicap sign that allowed her to drive a demo Lexus from her DH's dealership with her left hand. We enjoyed riding in the Lexus to lunches out. Heh. But too many little gizmos for me.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-18-09 at 15:48:17 PST   Listings
VT - I don't have your albums bookmarked, got a link?
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-18-09 at 15:47:16 PST   Listings
Hey VT...ltns at the same time. How are all the girls? And Rocket?
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-18-09 at 15:33:05 PST   Listings
Evening folks!

Jaxie, I'm glad your DH is getting better, I bet he is twice as glad!

Here's a couple of neat photos I took today so I thought I would share with you. They are in the Reflections album.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-18-09 at 15:23:45 PST   Listings
I will give him a try! Thank you
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-18-09 at 15:04:16 PST   Listings
sillychili - You should carry renter's insurance anyway. You need it for your clothes and personal belongings and it's a good expenditure. Mark will offer his artwork advice for free initially, tell him you found out about him here and if he thinks it's good he'll tell you and maybe give a better price for a formal appraisal. If he thinks what you have is junk, be warned he'll tell you that too. ;-D
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-18-09 at 14:58:51 PST   Listings
oh wow..the only price I can find listed is 49.99 per item. That is way out of my range. My renter's insurance is only going to cost 20 a month..what should I do? Any suggestions?
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-18-09 at 14:53:41 PST   Listings
going to click click click..thank you!
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-18-09 at 14:44:33 PST   Listings
An insurance company will require a written appraisal with photographs. That's pretty hard to do online.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-18-09 at 14:42:37 PST   Listings

FOR GLOBAL ANTIQUES INFO USE


THE ANTIQUE BOARD'S "CLICK ME" POST

The link below will take you to a page of links containing information on art, antiques, shipping resources, paid appraisal services and pages about antiques of all description. If you're unable to find what you need, post a question on the board. Don't post your real email address.

* HOW TO PUT YOUR PICTURE HERE *

FOR NEW POSTERS - We can't see your image if it's still inside your own computer, and most prefer that you not ask to send pictures by email attachments. It's easier than ever to post images on this board...it's just different from posting an auction picture using eBay's server. If your internet provider doesn't give you room to store images (most do) you can use the image host at THIS LINK. Photobucket is a free permanent image host, and all you need to do is register a new account. Instructions are clear and easy to follow. Once your image is uploaded and you can see it, right click on it, select Properties, and you'll see the URL (the internet address) the host has assigned to your image. Copy that URL and paste it in the message window here. The address will appear on the board as a blue clickable link we can use to see your item.
Simple as pie.

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Posted by   ( ) on Nov-18-09 at 14:40:31 PST   Listings
sillychili - Most online appraisals offered for free and without a hands-on inspection aren't worth the email they send you. There should be a respectable antique appraiser in your local phonebook (or in the nearest large city). You'll need to pay a minimal fee for their expertise, but you'll find for insurance purposes that's better than an online guess. There are some links to appraisers in our board's blue helpful links post (one is board friend Mark Winter) who can offer assistance. I'm about to post that again, so watch for it.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-18-09 at 14:37:44 PST   Listings
Could be man has done a lot before he thinked. I don't think we made 50. The promise for tomorrow is better. I received a call from a friend today who is cleaning out their fridge and needed someone to come consume leftovers. I'm not proud. I accepted.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-18-09 at 14:35:58 PST   Listings
Hello! I am considering getting renter's insurance as I have accumulated some very nice things over the years but am not sure about how much to pay for an appraisal of my "stuff". I volunteer at a college art gallery and no one here seems to know much about it. Actually I was told that there is no one in town to appraise but that I could find affordable ones online. I have googled and googled but am still looking. Basically I have about 10 paintings and china and murano...these are the most important things in my collection as well as some large pieces of victorian furniture that I know aren't worth more that a couple of thousand each. Can someone point me in the right direction. I am hoping for affordability!

Thank you for your time.
Anita
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-18-09 at 14:33:45 PST   Listings
There's an extra e if anyone needs it later.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-18-09 at 14:32:29 PST   Listings
Our weather weenies missed it today too. It was supposed to reach 60 and be partly sunny. Didn't happen. If we got to 50 today I'll be surprised.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-18-09 at 14:31:26 PST   Listings
Another Ogden Nash.... A Caution to Everybody

Consider the auk;
Becoming extinct because he forgot how to fly, and could only walk.
Consider man, who may well become extinct
Because he forgot how to walk and learned how to fly before he thinked.

Greeetings, all
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-18-09 at 14:11:14 PST   Listings
Evenin'! I guess I don't want to fuss with anyone but the dooferati. I did not like today. Where do I put in my request for tomorrow?
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-18-09 at 12:49:27 PST   Listings
Going down to fuss with the home owners assn. They want to up their fees. gad, then Son will be out 200.00-without a job to cover it-and then the mean ole lean comes into play. Bless "Mom and Dad" for helping him out-"Mom". LOL
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-18-09 at 12:47:24 PST   Listings
A little something to ponder from Elbert Hubbards' little journeys booklet--"We are always contemplating that our days are few, and acting as though there would be no end of them". SENECA--that sorta makes a bit 'o sense to me.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-18-09 at 12:33:25 PST   Listings
We are off for a ride -- I'm going to nonchalantly head west in hopes of catching a storm at the coast.

Heh heh.

Later.
Posted by   ( ) on Nov-18-09 at 12:32:28 PST   Listings
Inny: We visited some folks not long ago --- the husband had the same scenario set up in his shop. He was just a happy clam out there with his tv, boat, tools, guy stuff. We only strolled through the house, but, it had neat-as-a-pin-slightly-not-lived-in feeling.

We do not use our living room much; not because it's special but because there's just two of us and the family room is connected to the kitchen. Though, we are using it now because there's a chair with an ottoman in there [toss a few pillows on that baby and it's perfect for elevating his leg]. I told our neighbor that it's like the movie Rear Window in reverse. ;-)

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