Hi Everyone!

[gja1000]

It's been sorta quiet in here! I've checked in everyday, but haven't had much time to post.

School is busy right now, it's about the middle of the semester, so that means things are gearing up, assignments are due, and students are getting a little stressed!

We are getting ready for accreditation by our national organization in April. We've been writing what is called a "Self-Study" for the past year. It contains EVERYTHING there is to know about us and our school. Then, for 3 days in April, we will have visitors from the accreditation organization spend time here with us looking over things and talking with faculty, students, and anyone else they want to talk with! It is a very stressful time, but we are in good shape and shouldn't have any problems!

Gary is still at the lake fishing with his aunt and uncle. I've gone down the past two weekends and will go again this weekend. I like getting away to the lake, but being gone every weekend is tough! He will likely stay through my spring break (I'll go down for the week when I am off).

Abigail has a track meet today and volleyball on the weekends. I got to see her play v-ball last weekend and I'm going to her track meet today. My Yorkie boyz are NOT happy with Gary and I for being gone so much. They are being very whiny and clingy when I am home. I don't blame them, I'm not home very much! I feel badly for them.

When you have a minute, tell us what has kept you so busy!

[DianaB]

You are such a busy woman, Gayle!!! Working your job then going to the lake on the weekends and keeping up with your Granddaughter's activities!!! It's no wonder that you haven't been on much.

I don't know what I've been doing. I've come on and kept up with the new posts and then when I have more time I go back over the ones that I've already answered. I've been searching for stuff on e-bay for my flea market booth but I'm hesitating buying much until I actually have my booth but I do enjoy finding good buys on e-bay so it's hard to resist at least looking. However when I'm on the computer a lot Glen gets upset with me so sadly.....4WT suffers for it. I will admit that I do spend wayyyyy too much time on the computer.

Besides that we went to Wichita to a couple of antique malls just to get away for a while before Glen gets busy in the field. I found a few things....not much. We also stopped at Lowe's and I picked out a nice curtain rod for my living room. The one that I had up was just one of the cheap white metal rods. The curtains were pulled back and the rod kept showing. Glen put it up for me a couple of days ago and it looks soooo much better. The curtains are hanging nicely at the side and the window is more open now....of course, you can see all the fingerprints from Karlie and nose prints from the dogs now!!!!.......You know.....that lived in look!!!

I had Karlie for awhile yesterday!! She was so excited to be here and she told Glen and I that over and over. We just saw her on Sunday!!! She makes us feel so loved.....I don't know what we ever did before we had her in our family!!! Dae Lynn went to the doctor and she is going to be induced on Friday. The baby hasn't dropped so that's a big concern. If she doesn't deliver on Friday they'll try inducing again on Saturday and if that still doesn't work then they'll take him c-section on Saturday evening. Please pray that she can deliver naturally on Friday. She's been diabetic and the doctor is concerned about letting her go over because she thinks the baby is big....................and the real kicker is that she's going to be gone next week. Anyway, by the weekend we should have our baby!!

I haven't been doing anything with the wedding plans....it seems that Jaci is determined to do things on her own.......I've really been struggling with that and my feelings have really been hurt. No disagreements or anything like that......just not being included in the decisions. The thought that my kids will finally be out of the house is difficult for me too. Just a lot of emotional things going on right now.

Anyway....for the next few days I'll be waiting for the baby and getting used to being a new Grandma!!! I can't wait for that sweet little boy to arrive!!!!

[paula1961]

I have been on here everyday too. It sure has been slow lately. Sometimes when I check in, there aren't even any new posts Anyways........wow Gayle you sure have been busy.

Enjoy your time at the lake and the time you are getting to spend watching Abigal in her sports. You will just have to give the boyz extra treats and love.

I have been busy seems like, but it's just been doing things that are not at all enjoyable. I have had some problems with my lungs after I had that really bad cold and flu. That hung on for a couple of months. So now I am dealing with having to go for a ct on my chest, that one was Monday. One on my neck will be on the 8th, and then back to see the dr on the 16th for a followup. I guess I will find out then what the problem is. Say a prayer for me please.
That's about it for me except just trying to keep up with these yorkies, that puppy is wild as a little buck I have her advertised but have only had 2 calls on her. I sure wish I could find her a wonderful family. I am in no hurry, I wouldn't want anything less than perfect for her. She is a mess

Diana, I certainly will say prayers for Dae Lynn! You let us know the minute that little bundle of love gets here. I will be watching everyday now for your news.
Sorry that you are not getting to help much with wedding decisions. I know that is tough for ya. But you can bet that before it's over, she will be wanting her Mom's input. That just seems to be how it goes.

[Janet]

Sounds like everyone has something going on doesn't it. I think Facebook has hurt us a lot...anyone else think the same thing? It's so easy to get a quick check on everyone and then off we go again...

I've been on the computer too much too Diana, only I'm not doing anything productive, mostly checking forums real quick and then playing games. I need to get our taxes done, but haven't done that yet...or Ricky's. I also need to learn to put this computer away for awhile. Seems like once I'm on it....the hours fly by and my house shows.

Been taking care of whatever Mom needs. She went to the Dr. today. Still has fluid in her lungs and Dr. thinks it's because of the dialysis. It's not taking enough fluid off. It's so hard to find a balance.

Ricky lost his job so been busy trying to find place for him to apply to part-time. It's hard to work and go to school, not everyone wants a part-time employee. Please keep him in your prayers.

We are considering selling Fancy. Haven't decided yet for sure, but I bought her for a specific purpose and so far nothing. It's like selling a family member and will be hard, but somethings gotta give somehow.

Looking forward to spring break the last full week of this month. Can't do much of course, but maybe I can get my house in order...clean a few closets and drawers. I just want to be able to sleep a little later...lol.

Hopefully everyone will come back to 4WT soon. I do miss the closeness. As nice as FB is for keeping in touch with friends and family, I almost wish it didn't exist. It's drawn alot of us from here.

Looking forward to baby news from Diana and keeping Dae Lynne in my prayers for a safe and easy delivery.

[Blueyes]

Hi Everybody!! I'm glad you started this thread, Gayle. Working and weddings and babies and medical tests and care giving....life does get tedious sometimes, huh?

I have been busy helping Teresa. I took her to see her surgeon today. He said she was doing great and can start cardiac rehab in 2-3 weeks. Then I get to drive her there 3 days a week I really don't mind, lol! I'm just thankful she's getting better!

I decided that I'm tired of looking at my bedroom walls, so I'm painting them tomorrow! The carpet is blue and the walls are very pale blue. It really doesn't go with the rest of my house, but I can't get new flooring right now. So I'm painting my walls a color called Crushed Grapes. It should look decent with the carpet...I HOPE!! I have ordered a new quilt for the bed. I want my room to look sort of "feminine antique". Yes...I just made that up, lol!!! Here's the quilt... http://www.walmart.com/ip/Carmel-Quilt-Set/10730039

[gja1000]

OH! I love quilt spread, Betsi!!! It DOES look feminine antique!!! Is the crushed grapes wall color like the purple in the quilt?

[gja1000]

Betsi, I thought you might be spending time with your sister-in-law. It sounds like she is really doing well! I'm sure your TLC is helping LOTS!

[gja1000]

We are all busy in different ways, aren't we! I guess spring is the time we begin to get out and about and start doing more things!

Diana, I know you are so thrilled that the new baby will be here soon. Then you will be even busier!

I hope that you and Glen are able to find that perfect 5th wheel and do some traveling.

Janet, I know you are busy with your mom, Ricky, work and everything else!

Paula! You haven't told us that you are still having respiratory problems. Please let us know what the CT shows!

I enjoy facebook, but the communication there is so brief and superficial. I find that I enjoy connecting with friends and family but on a very brief and episodic basis - nothing like the connections I find here.

I know we will be more active on 4WT - we all wax and wane from time to time. But I do miss the closeness here when the site is slow!

[Blueyes]

Originally Posted by gja1000

OH! I love quilt spread, Betsi!!! It DOES look feminine antique!!! Is the crushed grapes wall color like the purple in the quilt?

I sure hope the grapes match, LOL!!! It hasn't come in yet, so if it's too bad I'll just have to send it back. I was hoping to get enough variety of colors that it just sort of "goes together".

[Blueyes]

Originally Posted by gja1000

We are all busy in different ways, aren't we! I guess spring is the time we begin to get out and about and start doing more things!

Diana, I know you are so thrilled that the new baby will be here soon. Then you will be even busier!

I hope that you and Glen are able to find that perfect 5th wheel and do some traveling.

Janet, I know you are busy with your mom, Ricky, work and everything else!

Paula! You haven't told us that you are still having respiratory problems. Please let us know what the CT shows!

I enjoy facebook, but the communication there is so brief and superficial. I find that I enjoy connecting with friends and family but on a very brief and episodic basis - nothing like the connections I find here.

I know we will be more active on 4WT - we all wax and wane from time to time. But I do miss the closeness here when the site is slow!

Ditto!!

[DianaB]

Betsi, I bet that your room will look adorable when it's done!! I love the bed spread!!! You must be in the painting mood, now that you've been helping your son!!! I have some painting that I want done but I'm so slow and cautious about picking out just the right color!!

I agree with the FB comments. I like it for a quick check in but I'd much rather be on here. I have to be so careful of what I say on FB because you never know what might get spread around in a small town like ours!!! Small town living at it's worst!!!!

Paula, you're going to have to keep us updated on how you are doing. I didn't know that you were still having problems.

[paula1961]

Betsi, I love that quilt too. You will have to post a pic when you get it done. So glad your sil is doing well.

I will keep you updated on what the cts show. I just hadn't mentioned it before. I took 2 rounds of a steroid( can't remember the name of it) and 2 rounds of Levaquin and I still am having problems. I never had a breathing problem until I got whatever this is that I have Anyways just say a little prayer for me.

Diana, I sure hope you and Glen can find you a 5th wheel too. It is so enjoyable to go on a little getaway. Larry and I go mostly during the week when there isn't such a big crowd. We stay 3 nights at a time, unless we are going to Myrtle Beach or somewhere, then we stay at least a week.

Janet, I hope your Mom is doing ok. Has Ricky got any jobs lined up yet? I know around here jobs are few and far between, at least the decent ones are. I hope he finds something soon.

Gayle, I too am so glad that you started this thread. I miss you guys when it's slow. I don't have facebook, I know I should because of family but I just don't want to be on this computer anymore than I already am LOL.

Everybody have a wonderful day!

[judy]

This is a good thread! Thanks Gayle for starting it! It sounds like you are really busy, but enjoying your weekends! It is good that Gary is well enough to spend time with his aunt and uncle, and fishing! Spoil the doggies....they will be just fine!

Paula, I will be praying for your health. So sorry that you are not feeling great! Hopefully, you will be just fine when spring gets here. You are smart you don't belong to fb.

Diana, the baby will keep you so busy! What is sweeter than a baby? I am keeping DaeLynn in my prayers, and hopefully she will have an easy delivery.
Sounds like Jaci wants to be very grown up, doing the wedding stuff on her own. She is such a wonderful young woman. She will turn back to you - don't worry! I can understand your feeling left out though. You raised an independent, strong child! The booth/store sounds like fun, and the 5th wheel sounds like something to look forward to!

Betsi, I just love the quilt you chose. I think grape walls and blue carpeting will be so pretty with the quilt. I like the "feminine antique" name you gave it all. Sounds like shabby chic, which is so pretty! I can't wait for pictures.

Janet, you are also so busy! Soon, it will be Spring Break, and you can relax a bit. I hope Ricky finds a job soon that meets his needs. He is such a good guy!
Sorry that Mom hasn't found the balance she needs between her meds, dialysis, and other health problems. Is she still scooting around Walmart? It is hard to rehome Fancee, but you have to do what's best. Jessie is trying to rehome the Malamutes, and is also finding it hard to let go. Steve is finding it harder though!

Facebook has taken some of our women away from us for sure. I am sorry that they have chosen fb over us. I prefer 4WT because we have a closeness that can't be beat. I share things here that I would never share on fb, and probably not with too many other people either! I do like being in touch with family, and old friends who I don't have contact with otherwise, but I also have hidden lots of stuff, like Farmville (?), Mafia Wars, etc. posts. They have good games though. I have been playing a lot of online games lately - good because they keep me off of eBay - bad because I'm online too much. I do want to stimulate my brain though, and I have heard that these games are good for that. I'll get tired of them soon, and cut back. I have been home way too much between my car being in bad shape, and the snow. I'm still looking for a car, and have decided not to settle, but to look for exactly what I want. My car can still get me around well enough. I'm trying to get an appt. with my dentist down in the city, and will just rent a car for the day when I have to go down there. Everything is pretty quiet around here. Just waiting for Spring to come. The weather this week has been lovely though., It's in the high 30's, low 40's, so a lot of the snow will melt. It will be nice to be able to take off the boots and the down coat soon.

[Janet]

Okay....did I miss a thread where Diana is searching for a 5th wheel? I had wanted one at one time but of course Rick nixed that idea. He didn't want to take the topper on his truck on and off. Very selfish!! So I tried looking for a motorhome. Guess it just wasn't meant to be because now things are rough financially.

Paula...I pray you start feeling better soon. Please keep us updated.

I always get cabin fever if I'm in the house too long Judy. Our weather is warming up...today in the 40's and tomorrow in the 50's with wonderful sunshine. I'm so excited. I may run to Lafayette...I need some new walking shoes...mine are getting too worn and I can tell in my legs and back.

Betsi, I love that quilt. I just know the room will look great and I hope you'll post pics when you're done.

Gayle, I'm so glad you started this thread...it's so great to be able to catch up.

Now...if we can just get Gina back here and Mandy and Kat and wow...so many others!

[DIANE W]

Hello - i have enjoyed reading what everyone is upto.

Me ...... well off the top of my head i would say not really been doing much, but when i think a little, i have been working as normal, i work Monday - Thursday from 8am to 6.30pm (however i do work the last 2 hours each day at home - which is great). This week i have been so busy at work, i cant recall a week as busy in a long while - mind you i do prefer to be busy as the day goes quick and i get home sooner.....

Today i have been to my Aunt & Uncles, i do the shopping and get medication and generally organise their lives for them, i stay and have a meal with them, then head home to collaps in front of TV or computer. Later i take Harvey out for a walk, he will not let me not take him, no matter how tired i am - its those eyes that does it - ha ha ah.

Tomorrow i will go shopping with my daughter, looking for a gift for mothers day, for myself, from Kayley and for my mother in law too - not sure yet what to get. We usually have lunch out and will have a nice day i am sure. In the evening Dave and i usually chill out, have a drink and watch TV - wow that sounds boring!!!!! Then another walk with Harvey.

Sunday, we usually do cleaning and organising around the house and visit in-laws.

Well that is my usual week, off out now with Harvey, which reminds me i must find some time to give him a trim and bath...

I dont use Facebook at all, but i have noticed how quiet it is on here lately, i too am guilty of not posting much - but i always snoop around checking if i am missing anything.....