I’ve been a little distracted by this thing called life. Which means I have to act like a grown up and do grown up things. I am tired of doing it. I need to not have to think, do, or say grown up things for a little while. I promise not to bark, though.
Unless I don’t get snacks.
Momming is hard. Love yourself.
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September 28, 2016 at 10:21 am
Wishing you the best and a lot of rest Victoria ! 🙂
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September 29, 2016 at 10:08 am
😀 Thanks, Doug!
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September 28, 2016 at 10:21 am
Sorry ! I didn’t mean Victoria ! Oooops ! 🙂
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September 29, 2016 at 10:10 am
Oh, I meant Ken! 😉
No, worries. I’m not bothered in the least. I was called Nan somewhere the other day. Then there was a correction and the correction called me something entirely different, too.
Call me whatever you like(within reason, of course), just don’t call me late for dinner!
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September 28, 2016 at 10:22 am
I’m just getting old ! 🙂 Anyway lots of rest !
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September 29, 2016 at 10:11 am
Old, schmold. It’s just a pesky number.
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September 28, 2016 at 10:23 am
(((hugs)))
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September 29, 2016 at 11:26 am
(((Zoe))) ❤
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September 28, 2016 at 10:24 am
Ruth, you and Victoria are about the only females I follow. Oh crap, now I almost forgot Nan. I better stop digging the hole. 🙂
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September 28, 2016 at 10:28 am
Lol. I’m glad you don’t follow me!
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September 29, 2016 at 10:12 am
It’s hard to follow people when you’re busy digging holes. lol
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September 28, 2016 at 10:30 am
Sofa. So far so good. Dogtime is sofa time. My feet are inextricably linked with Tosca’s. Snows is sprawled elsewhere. On the chair arms.
Keep well, and stay safe, and … dogs know best.
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September 29, 2016 at 10:14 am
Dogs definitely have the right idea. Sleep all day, play at night, snacks whenever they like. Mine think they own the joint!
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September 28, 2016 at 10:55 am
I completely understand. I am determined to have some dog time this weekend.
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September 29, 2016 at 10:15 am
Everybody needs a little dog time every now and then.
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September 28, 2016 at 10:55 am
I have frequently wondered where you’ve gone Ruth. Happy to hear/read that you are as well as can be expected(?)… just dealing with Life’s curveballs, surprises, and “adult” responsibilities. I can CERTAINLY relate and empathize! 🙂 ❤
Be well, get rested with the dogs, and I will try to locate my bag of treats to toss your way. *smirk*
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September 29, 2016 at 10:23 am
I’m okay. Just need a breather. A lot of things(not necessarily all bad) happening at once.
I like Reese’s Miniatures from the freezer.
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September 29, 2016 at 2:53 pm
LOL… the canines like miniature Reese’s too???? 😉
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September 29, 2016 at 2:57 pm
The pupsters cannot have chocolate. It’s all for me!
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September 29, 2016 at 2:58 pm
Haha! Well, I guess you and ONLY you deserve them, huh? ❤
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September 29, 2016 at 3:05 pm
If you only knew how completely rotten these dogs are…
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September 29, 2016 at 3:11 pm
Bwahaha!!! Then WHY IN THA HELL do they stick around!? It can’t POSSIBLY be the stimulating conversation, out-of-tune singing, and phenomenal dancing can it!? 😛 😉
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September 29, 2016 at 3:15 pm
It’s the boiled eggs every morning!
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September 29, 2016 at 3:53 pm
Oh my! Should I ask who moves upwind and who stays downwind? LOL
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September 29, 2016 at 3:59 pm
OMG, they love them! Needless to say they get a vigorous walk afterwards.
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September 28, 2016 at 10:59 am
Been missing you, Ruth. Happy you popped in.
*leaves snacks*
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September 29, 2016 at 10:25 am
I love your idea of treats. There wouldn’t happen to be any Moscato in there by chance?
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September 29, 2016 at 11:19 am
Would I disappoint? If you dig a little deeper in the basket of goodies, you will also find ibuprofen to curtail hangovers. 😀
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September 28, 2016 at 11:30 am
If only this damn interface would allow me to send you a good ol’ English Cuppa tea! That’ll put you right!
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September 29, 2016 at 10:31 am
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September 29, 2016 at 12:24 pm
Looks like instant coffee!
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September 29, 2016 at 12:27 pm
Might well be. I just googled pics of cups of tea. I was looking for two, but that is a bit dark, though I don’t take milk in mine.
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September 29, 2016 at 1:22 pm
Me neither. I like weak black but good tea.
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September 28, 2016 at 12:24 pm
Hi Ruth. Enjoy your rest and be well
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September 29, 2016 at 10:33 am
Hi mak! Thanks! How have you been, my friend?
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September 29, 2016 at 10:34 am
I have been well. And I have missed you. Glad you are well. You had been mia
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September 29, 2016 at 10:40 am
So kind of you to say. Completely unintentionally mia. I just got really busy and one day turned into another and then into a week and before I knew it a month.
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September 28, 2016 at 3:17 pm
Missed you. Take care and do whatever’s necessary to get back in the groove.
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September 29, 2016 at 10:33 am
I’m getting back there. I’ve missed all of you, too.
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September 28, 2016 at 3:34 pm
Haha. Adulting can suck.
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September 29, 2016 at 10:33 am
Massive understatement.
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September 28, 2016 at 6:00 pm
You are one of my favorites Ruth. You are missed whether you blog everyday or not for months. Either way I am always hoping things are going well. Thank you for giving us an update and I’m sorry that there is been all work and no play. *hugs*
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September 29, 2016 at 10:36 am
Such kind words. I really appreciate your encouragement. Things are going well, just busy. I trust things are going well for you, too. *hugs*
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September 29, 2016 at 10:49 am
Mostly things are going well but heading into a stressful time. We have 20 days to sign a new contract or all faculty in the Pennsylvania state system schools will be going on strike. Never a fun prospect.
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September 29, 2016 at 12:28 pm
Yikes! I take it everyone has to sign or the strike takes effect?
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September 29, 2016 at 1:41 pm
Well just between the negotiation teams on other side have to sign. We’ve even called for 3rd party binding arbitration, but the state refused because they know their offer is unfair. The faculty have already voted to strike by an 83-17% majority and the date is set.
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September 29, 2016 at 3:04 pm
That could become a real nail-biter!
Those kinds of things seem to always go down to the wire. More often than not they get settled but it’s still stressful.
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September 29, 2016 at 3:20 am
I hope the sun is pleasantly warm on you. Always good to hear from you.
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September 29, 2016 at 10:36 am
Indeed, it is quite pleasant. Thank you, Clare. I hope you are well.
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