Sudokuaholics Anonymous 9A

Thanks for the explanation, Suzy.

HAH!!!! Cheated you out of the TOPP, eaa!!!

"A great friend is someone who makes your problems their problems just so you don't have to go through them alone!"

Nasty Hides, Nasty.

Nah! Joking, Just moving things along.

Your house must be very noisy every morning with all your "friends"

That it fly in then flit out. LOL

Its time they invented Viagra eye drops so men can take a long hard look at themselves!!!

Well I'm done. 4 now. 2roo

Life is short, don't waste time, energy, and love on those who don't deserve it. Instead give extra time, energy and love to those who deserve it.

This is getting seriously creepy... Why does a 29 year old man want to hang out with 17 year olds??

Suzy, who are you talking about??
Heidi, I tried to give Dylan jobs to do bet kept getting the answer "I don't want to." He was just in a mood.

Tami, a friend of Ebob's. He has a girlfriend but keeps showing up here!

I Am Stuffed. Gotta stop eating so much.

He sounds like a real creep, Suzy, and the kind of guy you've gotta watch closely.

She just gets away from one....

Suzy, Be afraid, be very afraid. I know it is going to be hard to reason with Ebob right now, but maybe you can talk to her and tell her it does not seem right that a 26 year old is interested in a 17 year old.

Suzy, she's at the age where she's not going to listen to you, and she might do the exact opposite of what you would like. I do feel for what you're going through, sweetie.

Good maEn everyone! I missed 3 pages, I hope I can remember some of what I read.
MizT: Al was out of the hospital, any more news on how he's doing?
Heidi: Chocolate farm?? I could EASILY live there too. Congrats on tne new lovebirds. I'll check photos out soon.
eaa: LOVE the viagra comment, too funny!! Please keep the gems coming, every time I see them I smile.
TTT: Dylan sounds like he needs an attitude adjustment! I posted a quote on "the other site" that I saw yesterday: Raising Teenagers is like nailing Jell-O to a wall" Thought of you & some of my FB friends & it made me laugh.

Theresa: Thank you for your help with what we've been discussing. I sent you a PM tonite, hopefully you can give me some ideas to help my friend.

I'm heading off to bed really early tonight. I have lots of work to do tomorrow, with the tractor.

Well, it's almost 11:30 PM, so I think I too shall hit the hay. So it's goodnight from me. Hugs and love to all who need it - I've got tons.

Gekko, Fellow SA9Aers!

Hi, June, Suzy, Broni, Theresa, Tami, Heidi, Nola and eaa (page 549)!

June, what wonderful news that some new fluff is growing for your friend! That must be a relief!

Suzy, thumbs up for Alie! So glad she had a great singing day - even if she forgot a word or two. (It happens to the best of them.)

June, you are amazing! With all you have going on in your life, you found time to meet with Glenn's daughter to welcome her and introduce her to the best shops! Imagine the peace of mind you have given Glenn! What a thoughtful thing to do! Thank you!

Tami, I hope the "Saturday Camp" went well! Has your school found that it helps the students when they take the test in April?

Theresa, even though your daughter doesn't need to self-donate another unit of blood, she should continue to eat iron-rich foods, if possible. Some of the suburbs in our area have a "nurses' lending closet" (the name varies) that has supplies like walkers, bath tub seats, raised toilet seats, etc. that you can borrow. When my MIL moved into assisted living after rehab from a hip replacement, they gave us a list of nearby communities and or organizations that provided such a service. If she's pretty sure that she will only need an item for a relatively short time, it might reduce the amount of equipment that will need to be bought. In the meantime, was her MIL thinking ahead when she applied for work at a medical supply firm? If so, what a great idea! Keeping fingers crossed that you can find part-time work with good hours, if that will help out! Wish there were something I could do to help! Well, sending positive thoughts and prayers!

Theresa, a room that makes chocolate or a chocolate room is a brilliant idea!

Heidi, I imagine the new lovebirds are settling into their new home! Can't wait to see pictures!

Hi, Nola! How are your assignments coming along? You're doing great to still be smoke-free! Good for you! Keep up the good work.

My nephew has found a way to quit smoking that I hope none of you ever copies. This is the nephew who was in the horrible roll-over car crash in November who broke at least one cervical vertebra, etc. He had quit smoking 2 days before the accident, but was still craving cigarettes. He had amnesia for a week or so after the crash and now no longer is interested in smoking. I have seen an X-ray of his head after they had to open his skull to relieve the pressure. OMG! I thought they were just going to drill a hole. I envisioned it being no more than an inch. Well, it looks like at least 4 holes were drilled and they played "connect the dots" between them, opening up an area probably at least 7 or 8 square inches (about fist-size or larger).

Now, a request for prayers. He went back for a CAT scan of his neck last week. There has been no healing. The doctor knows he has been wearing the cervical collar religiously, so asked if he smokes. When told that he had quit 2 days be

Gosh, I haven't done this for a while! My post was too long. Here's the rest:

When told that he had quit 2 days before the accident, the doctor said, "Not soon enough." Apparently, smoking causes some bone loss. Anyway, my nephew is scheduled for surgery on Wednesday to fuse or encase the vertebra. Apparently there has been some shifting of the adjacent vertebrae and they won't know until they get in how much needs to be done. Any prayers will be appreciated.

June, it's interesting that you say working with/making chocolate can cause you to dislike it. I've heard the same about baked goods. When my siblings and I were younger, we delivered newspapers in our hometown. I used to love climbing the stairs to the apartments above a bakery; it smelled heavenly. But I was told that they tired of it after a while.

Heidi, I hope the lasagna dinner tonight was yummy! Haven't had lasagna in too long, I think. It sounds wonderful!

eaa, your witty sayings are always appreciated!

I have obviously missed something recently. Suzy, what is FPR? I have seen it a few times, but haven't figured out exactly what it means.

Reading and commenting now on page 550.

Hi, Heidi, eaa, Suzy, Tami, Theresa and Suzanne!

Great TOPP, Heidi!

eaa, your comments are well appreciated, as usual! While I really enjoyed the viagra comment, I think the best is the last one, which deserves repeating. "Life is short. Don't waste time, energy, and love on those who don't deserve it. Instead give extra time, energy and love to those who deserve it."

Suzy, your question about the 29-year-old man hanging around 17-year-olds sent a shiver up (and down) my spine. It's one thing for him to be a friend, but he doesn't need to hang around. Have you or your hubby talked to him? Are there any classes at school that might address how unhealthy such a situation could be? (I'm just thinking that 17-year-olds don't always "hear" what their parents try to tell them. Or maybe some other trusted adult could discuss with her that someone his age should have more age-appropriate friends and interests? I hope you can keep her busy with school, softball and work - and hopefully keep her away from him! Sending positive thoughts and {{{{HUGS}}}} your way!

Good Night, Heidi! Good Night, Theresa!

I need to head to bed also! It's been a long day. Thinking of all of you and your family and friends. Sending {{{{{HUGS}}}}} positive thoughts, and prayers for all to share!

Good Night!

Nola, go you!!!

Chocolate room, I'm in :)

June, you are a sweetie, bet Glenn's daughter really appreciated what you did. Please tell your friend I am very happy about her fuzz.

Gekko all,
Excuse my swearing: Julie, FPR = food preparation room

I laid down and read a book this afternoon and when I got up Ebob was gone - with the man and his girlfriend!! Not happy!! Hubby just doesn't see the problem because he has a girlfriend - idiot, I've been right before but he won't listen to me!!

Just got rid of the kids, they all came for Sunday lunch. Love them as I do, it is so peaceful when they leave! Son and gf brought my grand-doggy Robbie with them today, he was so well behaved...but we haven't seen any of the cats all afternoon!
We decided to change our gathering to once a month Sunday lunch, it suits them all better as they work next day, and it suits us because it means they go and it's still daylight!
Today we had Roast Lamb (poor man's meat according to D#1, little does she know the price!), plus a Roast Chook for those who don't really like lamb, but everyone had a little of each. All the veggies served with dinner were from our garden and very nice they were too. We had stuffed zucchinis (got too big on the vine), roast potatoes (Nicola and Desiree), baby carrots and roast parsnip.

ps followed by apple pie (bought), cream and ice cream.

That sounds wonderful Gail! And delish! Lamb hasn't been poor man's meat for a while now! Particularly leg of lamb.. Does D1 ever go shopping?

Not when she was living here, I think kids these days exist on chicken

Went to Belinda's today and took Leah (Glenn's daughter) with us. She got to ride a horse, saw wild kangaroos, some sight seeing etc so I think she enjoyed her day. Laura was there working with her horse (she is going in a show next weekend). Laura asked if Leah could "come up again as I like having her around!"
I had another fall today. Going down a slippery (damp leaves) to the creek at Belinda's. Feel OK but gave me a bit of a jolt!

Belinda has to go to Canberra this wee so I will have to go and stay to feed the horses! Will go up Tuesday and home Thursday.
Hugs to you all. Pretty tired tonight.

My 14yo just told me she is sorry I have the memory of a goldfish - anyone want her?!

Suzy, tell her that if she doesn't stop it, you are going to curse her. "May you grow up to be just like your mother and have a child just like you." That might work. Tell her that it is an ancient Jewish curse and blame me if you want. I don't think she can find me

Am I counting correctly? Is it almost time for a topp?

Should I CP and take it over or should I leave it for someone else?

Suzy, you can use that back lots of times. Every time she wanted something done you can tell you "forgot as I only have a memory that lasts 3 seconds" (I do not believe that about gold fish as mine know me rather than other people and when I feed them.)

Teenagers are such fun. Glad mine are past that stage.