Dear So and So

Oh man ... Carla Swart, too. :( :(




keep those bike computers secured gals ... :(

Dear Weather Beings,

Are you having fun with us? :confused: Snow, freezing rain, now more snow. I would be having fun if my nordic skis weren't delaminated. Staying stuck inside is losing it's charm.

Dear MP - I forgot your doppelganger was injured and kind of freaked when I saw the headlines. I'm glad it wasn't you.

~SK

PS - I used the word "doppelganger" just today myself . . . :p

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Originally Posted by bmccasland

Dear Weather Beings,

Are you having fun with us? :confused: Snow, freezing rain, now more snow. I would be having fun if my nordic skis weren't delaminated. Staying stuck inside is losing it's charm.

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Same here in Bendemonium. Mt Bachelor just set a record with 35" of snow in 24 hours which is way cool, but I could do without the rain down below. We're a slushy, yucky mess.:mad:

The Weather Beings are having payback for the incrediblely warm and dry winter we've had so far. Battendown the hatches!

to whom it may concern
thanks for letting the boothbys escape snowmageddon. It really is warmer in hawaii even in January.

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Originally Posted by Biciclista

to whom it may concern
thanks for letting the boothbys escape snowmageddon. It really is warmer in hawaii even in January.

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Jealous! I hope you're having fun!

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Originally Posted by maillotpois

Dear Ski Doppelganger:

I'm just heartbroken that your injuries were so severe that you died today. You were really a beautiful life force, and by all accounts a generous and giving person as well. You were too young.

Love, Your non-X games gold medallist, non model name double.

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It is very, very sad, Sarah coached my DD at a few camps. Their type of skiing Scares me to death but I also believe in people following their passion. Thanks Sarah for promoting strong women!

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Originally Posted by SadieKate

Same here in Bendemonium. Mt Bachelor just set a record with 35" of snow in 24 hours which is way cool, but I could do without the rain down below. We're a slushy, yucky mess.:mad:

The Weather Beings are having payback for the incrediblely warm and dry winter we've had so far. Battendown the hatches!

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Boise as well, all the snow in town has now rained away and the slush it mostly gone. Glad our ski hill finally opened - latest opening on record

Dear Organic Natural Peanut Butter,

You are so nutty and yummy. Whether straight from the jar, garnished with raisins or chocolate chips, or even swirled into a serving of greek yogurt--you are my happy place every afternoon. The other day I licked your jar clean and was forced to use DH's JIF :eek: It looked so gray and its texture so, so . . . unappetizing. I hope to never have to do that again.

Your unabashed admirer,
Limewave

Heh, limewave. I hate "natural" peanut butter. For some reason, I can't eat it without itchy lips...but I can eat Jif and roasted peanuts with no problem.:confused:

Dear snow and ice:
Go away. I have things I need to do tomorrow. I need to go to the mall (shudder) to make a return and pick up a gift (and something for me, perhaps) and get my glasses adjusted. Possibly a haircut.

Dear city (ies):
In case the snow and ice doesn't comply with the above request, could you see fit to actually clear the roads so that I can run my errands as planned? Grr.

Is it spring yet?

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Originally Posted by limewave

Dear Organic Natural Peanut Butter,

You are so nutty and yummy. Whether straight from the jar, garnished with raisins or chocolate chips, or even swirled into a serving of greek yogurt--you are my happy place every afternoon. The other day I licked your jar clean and was forced to use DH's JIF :eek: It looked so gray and its texture so, so . . . unappetizing. I hope to never have to do that again.

Your unabashed admirer,
Limewave

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We should start our own fan club...or seek addiction help, unsure which :o :D

hmmmm, hadn't thought about swirling into into Greek yogurt, I also swirl it into steel-cut oats.

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Originally Posted by Catrin

We should start our own fan club...or seek addiction help, unsure which :o :D

hmmmm, hadn't thought about swirling into into Greek yogurt, I also swirl it into steel-cut oats.

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I was starving yesterday in the afternoon and had two nice spoonfuls right out of the jar. Seriously yummy, and held me til dinner. Love me some natural (and locally made in Belize!) peanut butter. :D

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Originally Posted by jessmarimba

Dear coworker:

I really wish you wouldn't wear headphones when you eat lunch, because the sounds you're making are making me want to vomit. STOP BEING SO GROSS!! CHEW WITH YOUR MOUTH CLOSED!!

Sincerely,
not your mother

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:eek: LOL. Unfortunately, it probably wouldn't matter if the audible chewer/slurper took off the headphones! I can't abide by rude eaters, either. They always seem to choose crunchy foods, don't they?

Be open to the possibility that the person just has very bad teeth and a dental phobia ... I've just had to get used to my DH's mouth noises ...

Dear City of Indianapolis: I cannot wait until the Superbowl is yesterday's news. Believe it it not, there are people out there who don't give a rat's you know what about this ridiculously bloated extravaganza and who just want it to be over.

Same with the playoffs.
A friend called me yesterday to invite us over to "watch the game." I almost said, "What game?" but I sort of remembered, and said, "oh, we'll be out x country skiing."
Also time to hit some good restaurants tomorrow night.

But isn't Madonna going to be the half-time entertainment? ;-)

I'm with you, by the way. And Crankin has the right idea on how best to spend a winter afternoon!

I'd rather the Superbowl than the on-going political primary nonsense. At least the Superbowl has good commercials. :cool:

Dear Dad,

It's been one year since you died. We're doing OK, you made sure Mom would be alright. I'm taking care of her, like I promised I would. I miss you.

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Originally Posted by OakLeaf

Be open to the possibility that the person just has very bad teeth and a dental phobia ... I've just had to get used to my DH's mouth noises ...

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That wouldn't excuse the burping, etc. He's just gross. One of the problems with a small office is that the guys think they don't need manners anymore, since I'm the only person they offend.

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Originally Posted by snapdragen

Dear Dad,

It's been one year since you died. We're doing OK, you made sure Mom would be alright. I'm taking care of her, like I promised I would. I miss you.

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(((Snap)))

Beth, I totally agree with you.

Oh, I'm sick of the primaries, too. The Superbowl never bothered me until now. It's a totally different experience if you live in or near a host city. We have heard nothing but the Superbowl for well over a year and all if downtown has been under construction or repair.

((((Snap)))). Hugs to you and your mom.

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Originally Posted by indysteel

Oh, I'm sick of the primaries, too. The Superbowl never bothered me until now. It's a totally different experience if you live in or near a host city. We have heard nothing but the Superbowl for well over a year and all if downtown has been under construction or repair.

((((Snap)))). Hugs to you and your mom.

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True. My hometown keeps talking about hosting something. That is laughable, since it barely has traffic under control. That, and that whole "Let's cut off the riverfront with a highway!" thing. (Of course, since the riverfront has effectively been cut off in one way or another since the 1930s...)

(((Snap))) - Sounds like you are doing well, but you will always miss your Dad. Thinking of you and your Mom.

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Originally Posted by snapdragen

Dear Dad,

It's been one year since you died. We're doing OK, you made sure Mom would be alright. I'm taking care of her, like I promised I would. I miss you.

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TE not only needs a "Like" button, it needs a "Hug" button.

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Originally Posted by SadieKate

TE not only needs a "Like" button, it needs a "Hug" button.

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"Like" :)

Dear Dr. S--
Your slides...they make no sense to me. It didn't help that Dr. L has no clue how to use a computer and therefore they didn't get put online, but seriously? There doesn't appear to be any logical organization.

Second (or third or fifth - I have lost track) the hug to Snap.

(((((snap)))))

(((Snap)))

Dear Uncle, that remark? Totally uncalled for. Thanks for helping me remember the one very compelling reason why I avoid family gatherings where you're present like the plague. :mad:

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Dear Uncle, that remark? Totally uncalled for. Thanks for helping me remember the one very compelling reason why I avoid family gatherings where you're present like the plague. :mad:

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Sometimes the best thing is not to say anything in family situations, BUT, have you ever called your Uncle on his inappropriate remarks?

(((Alexis)))

When I'm in those situations (all too often with my family, it seems), I remember Marni's advice (on another thread here). She suggested asking the offender, "Now why would you say something like that?", and I think that it really does work without starting a major row.

Well, I've gone with the being quiet part. My mom will get all over me for being disrespectful to my uncle. I've been ignoring him for years at the yearly family gathering but it seems like the more I ignore him, the snarkier his remarks get. I think next year, I'll just go on vacation.

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Originally Posted by alexis_the_tiny

Well, I've gone with the being quiet part. My mom will get all over me for being disrespectful to my uncle. I've been ignoring him for years at the yearly family gathering but it seems like the more I ignore him, the snarkier his remarks get. I think next year, I'll just go on vacation.

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Do you really think your Mom will get all over you if you tell her, I will not attend functions with him if he continues his behavior so you either let me stand up for myself or I don't come to family functions. I don't think cutting off family contact on big occasions is probably the best thing; unless your family life is not great? I sound like your mother now, huh! :) Are you young Alexis, because at some time in our lives, we all build different relationships with our parents and family and become grown up (this happens at different times in our lives); maybe this is one of those times?

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Originally Posted by spokewench

Do you really think your Mom will get all over you if you tell her, I will not attend functions with him if he continues his behavior so you either let me stand up for myself or I don't come to family functions. I don't think cutting off family contact on big occasions is probably the best thing; unless your family life is not great? I sound like your mother now, huh! :) Are you young Alexis, because at some time in our lives, we all build different relationships with our parents and family and become grown up (this happens at different times in our lives); maybe this is one of those times?

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Yes to this. You are an adult and, regardless of what your mother may think or say, you are entitled to draw whatever boundaries you need to draw to protect yourself. There are better and worse ways of communicating those boundaries and of dealing with whatever pushback you may get, but the right to draw the boundary in the first place is fundamentally yours. IMO, the sooner you learn to assert yourself, the happier and more functional your life will be.

I recommend books of the self-help variety somewhat sparingly, but one that I think is very good for just about every woman to read is the Dance of Anger by Harriet Lerner. It will help you learn to calmly and consisently assert yourself with people who want to manipulate or control you.

Dear Drs. S and E:
Your class is a 1-credit hour, pass/fail class. It should not require this much work. Gah.

Dear TE friends
having a great time in Hawaii with DH. I took time this morning to buy him an IBex woolie for when we get home (via telephone). We're getting a little tanned and also rested. It's been beautiful every day.
And Seattle's weather nasty as ever, waits for our return.
Why are macadamia nuts SO expensive.
Love
Mimi

Mimi, I love all the Hawaii stuff. You guys look wonderful.

I second what Salsabike said. If anyone has earned a little time in paradise, it's the two of you! Enjoy the rest of your vacation!

Yay! Mimi, so glad you two are getting some vacation time.


(And yeah ... the Woolies, 50% off and I'm completely stocked up on wool. :rolleyes:)