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Post by pumpkin on Nov 13, 2020 10:08:08 GMT -5
Gratitude props today to my Dad for instilling in me a love of fishing š£ . From a very young age, I had to bait my own hook, cast by myself, take my fish off the line, use the pliers if the hook was āswallowed,ā measure my own catch to see if it was a keeper, clean my own fish, and do a gentle release for the little ones.
I learned patience, love of the outdoors, the zen of quiet contemplation, self-sufficiency and hazard awareness. I suffered sunburn, bug bites, bee stings, pokes from the hooks, and barely escaped those catfish barbs. I climbed a tree to unwind an wayward cast. Dad was there for advice but we kids were on our own to do the hands-on work ourselves.
When you think you canāt, and doubt yourself, then you do it anyway - thereās not a better feeling in the world.
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Post by pumpkin on Nov 14, 2020 9:14:39 GMT -5
Thankful thought for Saturday: I appreciate those grocery workers who take my list, shop for the items, and load them in my car at the pickup parking spot.
Iām in a state where COVID is rocketing back up in numbers. Hospital administrators are expressing concern about having sufficient medical staff to care for more patients. We are back to ālimit oneā for toilet paper and paper towel. Forget disinfecting spray or Lysol wipes, those shelves are bare.
Yet, my grocery store folks are willing to shop and do their best to fill the orders and thoughtfully select substitutions when they can.
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Post by aljhopefully on Nov 14, 2020 22:07:45 GMT -5
We, too, are experiencing staff shortages. It's so bad that the city is using inmates to transport cadavers from hospitals to morgues. The inmates were photographed with almost no PPE. Not clear if they "volunteered," either. Very disturbing...
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Post by Pixie on Nov 15, 2020 8:06:26 GMT -5
Thankful thought for Saturday: I appreciate those grocery workers who take my list, shop for the items, and load them in my car at the pickup parking spot. Iām in a state where COVID is rocketing back up in numbers. Hospital administrators are expressing concern about having sufficient medical staff to care for more patients. We are back to ālimit oneā for toilet paper and paper towel. Forget disinfecting spray or Lysol wipes, those shelves are bare. Yet, my grocery store folks are willing to shop and do their best to fill the orders and thoughtfully select substitutions when they can. I frequently give them a v ery nice tip and a thank you for working during these times. If I give it to the bagger, I ask her to share it with the checker. Pixie |
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Post by ssaogc on Nov 15, 2020 13:58:18 GMT -5
I am so thankful for ALJ Melissa McIntosh who, along with her team, protects our interests.
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Post by jagvet on Nov 15, 2020 15:32:55 GMT -5
I am so thankful for ALJ Melissa McIntosh who, along with her team, protects our interests. Now this we can agree on, my friend. |
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Post by pumpkin on Nov 15, 2020 16:39:26 GMT -5
Sunday afternoon and my thoughts turn to some things I remember fondly...
Thank you to the people who brought us The Wonderful World of Disney, the Undersea World of Jacques Cousteau, and Mutual of Omahaās Wild Kingdom, with host Marlin Perkins and the very brave Jim.
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Post by hamster on Nov 15, 2020 17:40:59 GMT -5
But donāt forget Bill Burrud!
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Post by Pixie on Nov 16, 2020 9:33:34 GMT -5
Sunday afternoon and my thoughts turn to some things I remember fondly... Thank you to the people who brought us The Wonderful World of Disney, the Undersea World of Jacques Cousteau, and Mutual of Omahaās Wild Kingdom, with host Marlin Perkins and the very brave Jim. You are dating yourself on this post. I remember those shows, but they are on the backside of my memory, just barely visible. Pixie |
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Post by pumpkin on Nov 16, 2020 15:08:38 GMT -5
You are dating yourself on this post. I remember those shows, but they are on the backside of my memory, just barely visible. Pixie [/quote] I will own my advanced age status. But Iām not yet to closely approaching retirement age. Itās not like I ever watched Howdy Doody š |
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Post by pumpkin on Nov 16, 2020 20:41:25 GMT -5
Today I am thankful for my wireless thermostat.
It is rare when I buy a luxury item and even more unlike me to replace something before it is broken or worn out. However, I did exactly that. Despite the fact that my old thermostat worked fine, I upgraded to the Sensi Wi-Fi thermostat. I can turn the heat and air conditioning on and off and adjust the temperature up or down using the app on my phone.
I imagine that this is exactly how princesses must feel. šø
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Post by 2rvrrun on Nov 16, 2020 23:46:46 GMT -5
Today I am thankful for my wireless thermostat. It is rare when I buy a luxury item and even more unlike me to replace something before it is broken or worn out. However, I did exactly that. Despite the fact that my old thermostat worked fine, I upgraded to the Sensi Wi-Fi thermostat. I can turn the heat and air conditioning on and off and adjust the temperature up or down using the app on my phone. I imagine that this is exactly how princesses must feel. šø What happens when the internet goes out? Is there a hotspot for backup? Mine was out recently for 4 days before the provider could come out. I am thankful for the interesting cultural exchange that followed. The first CSR that I spoke with in the Philippines sounded as if she worked in a large chicken raising facility. Turns out she owned about 30 chickens at it ws 5 AM there. She was indeed working from home. The next day it was quieter in the background, but yes the CSR also had chickens and pigs too. We discussed the effects of the Pandemic and flooding due to monsoons there. The world grew smaller for a time. |
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Post by Pixie on Nov 17, 2020 8:51:17 GMT -5
Today I am thankful for my wireless thermostat. It is rare when I buy a luxury item and even more unlike me to replace something before it is broken or worn out. However, I did exactly that. Despite the fact that my old thermostat worked fine, I upgraded to the Sensi Wi-Fi thermostat. I can turn the heat and air conditioning on and off and adjust the temperature up or down using the app on my phone. I imagine that this is exactly how princesses must feel. šø Hope you don't get hacked with a microphone and camera installed in your thermostat and your phone. A fine Princess you would be then. Pixie |
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Post by pumpkin on Nov 18, 2020 17:31:15 GMT -5
Tonight I am thankful for whomever invented the gas fireplace. I find it very calming, peaceful, and relaxing.
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Post by pumpkin on Nov 18, 2020 17:35:14 GMT -5
What happens when the internet goes out? Is there a hotspot for backup?.[/quote The back up plan is that it still works like a regular thermostat on the wall: you push the buttons manually to turn it on and off and to turn the temperature up and down. Now I donāt know about hidden cameras and microphones...never crossed my mind til Pixie brought it upā¦ |
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Post by acttwo on Nov 19, 2020 0:24:53 GMT -5
You know, I don't remember watching Howdy Doody, but my mother told me I did. Guess that means I have advanced age, but never remember I do! I am 34, and sticking to it. Might be in Base 20, but that's okay!
Smile!
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Post by Pixie on Nov 19, 2020 13:11:33 GMT -5
Tonight I am thankful for whomever invented the gas fireplace. I find it very calming, peaceful, and relaxing. And so much cleaner than burning logs. They make a mess. Pixie |
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Post by pumpkin on Nov 19, 2020 14:40:54 GMT -5
Today I am thankful for the people who have pointed out my mistakes in life with kindness - especially those who took the time to explain gently why I was wrong and why another choice was the better solution.
We have all witnessed someone being called on the carpet in a manner which was designed to ridicule, embarrass, or demean. God bless those leaders, managers, supervisors and co-workers who correct errors with sensitivity and discretion.
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Post by x on Nov 19, 2020 20:12:32 GMT -5
But fireplaces ashes are light! I learned that at a-month-ago years of age prepping the fireplace for winter use.
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Post by SPN Lifer on Nov 20, 2020 1:13:36 GMT -5
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