Road trip

Michelle_P · June 24, 2017, 10:13:19 AM

QuoteSomehow I have to hunt p down probably in NJ and after the hunt I'll go in search of Georgette, Terri. If you were counting that is 6 more of you that I still have to find a way of meeting. It will happen.

Sounds like I'm safe from her for a while whilst she is stalking the East Coast.

Laurie · June 24, 2017, 12:29:55 PM

Quote from: Michelle_P on June 24, 2017, 10:13:19 AM
Sounds like I'm safe from her for a while whilst she is stalking the East Coast.

Hi Michelle,

Yes, you are safe for now. Not only am I heading east but California is a place I do not frequent any more. I do pass through parts of it occasionally though so you better keep an eye open whilst you sleep. Perhaps I'll take I-80 home again through Sacramento. We both know the bay area isn't much further. I even remember where Walnut Creek is. It could happen...

I read your update and saw that you are still a busy woman. How you manage all that I'll never know. I have difficulties trying to decide where I'm heading next and when. It can keep me busy for days. The visit with your daughter sounds like good thing are beginning to happen in that arena. Sometimes all it takes is patience and and a door left open. I hope my own daughter become more open to me again but I'll not hold my breath. It took years for her to begin letting me back in after I quit the drugs and alcohol. Why should I expect anything different this time. I suppose her I can hope her god decides to tell her I do not need fixing someday.
Sorry , just my "poor me" coming out due to the subject. Anyway I am happy for you Michelle the your daughter took it into her own hands to reestablish the relationship with you. You sure can't ask for a better greeting in light of the history you've shared with us. It's awesome Michelle. If we ever get the chance to meet I'll give you a warm hug then hunt you down. How much of a head start do you think you need?

Hugs,
Laurie

Dena · June 24, 2017, 04:44:08 PM

Laurie, as I know you are into torture, I am going to give you the secret. Even after the packing is out, the bottom remain sensitive for weeks. Laughter is painful if you really get going. How did I learn this? After my packing was out, I was roaming around the hospital with another patient and we stopped at the nurses desk. She started telling us quadruple amputee jokes (don't ask, it's what nurses do) and got both of us seriously giggling. I was hurting so bad I couldn't move and my only option was to lay my chest on the counter in front of me until she ran out of jokes. First time I ever had a good time while hurting

Laurie · June 24, 2017, 05:54:11 PM

Quote from: Dena on June 24, 2017, 04:44:08 PM
Laurie, as I know you are into torture, I am going to give you the secret. Even after the packing is out, the bottom remain sensitive for weeks. Laughter is painful if you really get going. How did I learn this? After my packing was out, I was roaming around the hospital with another patient and we stopped at the nurses desk. She started telling us quadruple amputee jokes (don't ask, it's what nurses do) and got both of us seriously giggling. I was hurting so bad I couldn't move and my only option was to lay my chest on the counter in front of me until she ran out of jokes. First time I ever had a good time while hurting

Dena,

So you are telling me to save some of my best material for when I find 'That Woman"? Soni or whateva her name is. You know who I mean, the one with the rabbit and soon to be deceased chihuahua, Clarence or something like that.

Thanks for the tip.

OHhhhhh Boooonnie.... I'm getting closer..

Hugs,
Laurie

Devlyn · June 25, 2017, 08:23:02 AM

Quote from: Laurie on June 23, 2017, 08:22:23 PM
Quote from: Devlyn Marie on June 23, 2017, 04:55:27 PM
Dinner is exactly what I have in mind. Whenabouts are you making the East Coast?

Hugs, Devlyn

Evening Devlyn,

My goal is to get from here in Missouri to Maine and back down to visit that woman (umm what's her name dang it) in Pa on the 30th. Since you would like to meet for dinner I'd guess the 28th if we meet on my way to Maine or the 29th if on the way back. Pick one that will work for you as I have no set plans other than getting into Maine and possibly staying long enough to have a surf and turf lobster meal. Then possibly finding a rest stops to sleep. And oh maybe a bowl of chowda somewhere along the way.

Hugs
Laurie

The 28th of this month, right?

Hugs, Devlyn

Laurie · June 25, 2017, 08:38:09 AM

Quote from: Devlyn Marie on June 25, 2017, 08:23:02 AM

Evening Devlyn,

My goal is to get from here in Missouri to Maine and back down to visit that woman (umm what's her name dang it) in Pa on the 30th. Since you would like to meet for dinner I'd guess the 28th if we meet on my way to Maine or the 29th if on the way back. Pick one that will work for you as I have no set plans other than getting into Maine and possibly staying long enough to have a surf and turf lobster meal. Then possibly finding a rest stops to sleep. And oh maybe a bowl of chowda somewhere along the way.

Hugs
Laurie

The 28th of this month, right?

Hugs, Devlyn

Well yeah. Even Moynie understood that. Is the 28th of this month your preference choice? Today is the 25th in case you didn't check the calendar. I'm working on packing my things back into the truck as we speak. okay so I'm really on the computer thinking about packing the truck, and a shower, and breakfast, and what to wear and if I need a bit of makeup....

I'll get it all done eventually and be on my way east again before you know it. (because I won't tell you, Don't want Moynie to worry too much).

Hugs,
Laurie

amberwaves · June 25, 2017, 08:50:17 AM

Oh dear, I've been officially added to the list of stops. I would like everyone to know that I've enjoyed browsing the forums and interacting with all of you lovely people. I say this with a sad heart because I am sure that after our lunch I will be reduced to a state of gibbering madness, much like the protagonist of a Lovecraft novel, after peering into the mouth of unspeakable horror. At least if the opinion of others on thread are to be believed.

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Laurie · June 25, 2017, 09:41:52 AM

Quote from: amberwaves on June 25, 2017, 08:50:17 AM
Oh dear, I've been officially added to the list of stops. I would like everyone to know that I've enjoyed browsing the forums and interacting with all of you lovely people. I say this with a sad heart because I am sure that after our lunch I will be reduced to a state of gibbering madness, much like the protagonist of a Lovecraft novel, after peering into the mouth of unspeakable horror. At least if the opinion of others on thread are to be believed.

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And here I thought I was leaving Missouri today to get away from abuse. Did you all see how Amber talked about me? I'm innocent I tells ya, Innocent!!

Hugs,
Laurie

amberwaves · June 25, 2017, 10:31:56 AM

Quote from: Laurie on June 25, 2017, 09:41:52 AM
And here I thought I was leaving Missouri today to get away from abuse.

Did you really think it was going to be that easy?

I don't always sass people in online forums, but when I do...

I make sure it's directed at Laurie.

Teehee,
Amber

Devlyn · June 25, 2017, 11:02:19 AM

Quote from: amberwaves on June 25, 2017, 08:50:17 AM
Oh dear, I've been officially added to the list of stops. I would like everyone to know that I've enjoyed browsing the forums and interacting with all of you lovely people. I say this with a sad heart because I am sure that after our lunch I will be reduced to a state of gibbering madness, much like the protagonist of a Lovecraft novel, after peering into the mouth of unspeakable horror. At least if the opinion of others on thread are to be believed.

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It sounds like you're well on your way!

Hugs, Devlyn

Maybebaby56 · June 25, 2017, 02:20:53 PM

Quote from: Laurie on June 24, 2017, 09:35:10 AM
Somehow I have to hunt p down probably in NJ and after the hunt I'll go in search of Georgette, Terri. If you were counting that is 6 more of you that I still have to find a way of meeting. It will happen.

Hi Laurie,

I look forward to your visit! The 30th would be good after 6 PM or so. Saturday, July 1, I may be busy later in the day/early evening. I will be flying out to LA to visit friends July 2-4, so please do let me know if/when you are passing through so I can calibrate my schedule.

With kindness,

Terri

davina61 · June 25, 2017, 04:13:51 PM

Don't forget to get a bag of carrots for that waskely wabbit

Devlyn · June 25, 2017, 04:17:51 PM

I have a great idea! Why don't we all pool up and send Laurie on a UK Wrecking Tour to visit Davina?

davina61 · June 25, 2017, 04:26:13 PM

If I had the money I would come and pester sorry I meant visit you all

HappyMoni · June 25, 2017, 06:15:41 PM

Quote from: amberwaves on June 25, 2017, 08:50:17 AM
Oh dear, I've been officially added to the list of stops. I would like everyone to know that I've enjoyed browsing the forums and interacting with all of you lovely people. I say this with a sad heart because I am sure that after our lunch I will be reduced to a state of gibbering madness, much like the protagonist of a Lovecraft novel, after peering into the mouth of unspeakable horror. At least if the opinion of others on thread are to be believed.

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If you value your life, you will not drink the Elderberry wine when Laurie offers it to you, or you might find yourself buried in the locks at the Panama canal in the basement with Mr. Spinalzo. Or maybe swimming with the fishes with Luca Brassi.
Moni
I love reading this thread but could you please, please stop talking about food?

Do I get any credit, an Arsenic and Old Lace reference and a Godfather reference in the same post while dreaming and drooling about food? Come on now!

HappyMoni · June 25, 2017, 06:17:52 PM

Quote from: davina61 on June 25, 2017, 04:13:51 PM
Don't forget to get a bag of carrots for that waskely wabbit

Davina, if you come over to the states, I'll introduce you to Harvey, although he prefers whiskey to carrots.
Moni

Laurie · June 26, 2017, 08:15:10 PM

Quote from: Maybebaby56 on June 25, 2017, 02:20:53 PM
Hi Laurie,

I look forward to your visit! The 30th would be good after 6 PM or so. Saturday, July 1, I may be busy later in the day/early evening. I will be flying out to LA to visit friends July 2-4, so please do let me know if/when you are passing through so I can calibrate my schedule.

With kindness,

Terri

Hi Teri,

I don't think the 30th can be met but it might. Saturday is more likely. I'll call when I know more possibly from Moony's rehab center when I know more.

Laurie

Laurie · June 26, 2017, 09:58:49 PM

Hi folks,

I made it to my Niece's place this morning and had a short nap. the evening we went to dinner at a local Italian cafe where we ate some good breaded calamari before our dinner of stuffed shells with meatball and bread. Then it was a short walk at Penn State Altoona followed by playgroung time for my great nephew Bill at a local playground. An evening of talk followed but not before confirming a lunch date with Amber tomorrow.

Hey moaner, how much of a warm fuzzy feeling do you get knowing I amd currently in the same state as you? I'll be heading even closer tomorrow.....

Hugs,
Laurie

Kendra · June 26, 2017, 11:58:58 PM

Sheesh, all this talk of food which seems to have started in Colorado, the Brownie State.
My first endo appointment is 4 weeks from now, at which point I'll need to be more careful with calories... yeah thanks! Now ya got me thinkin about food again.

I'll sulk away and find some carrots to eat with Harvey.

amberwaves · June 27, 2017, 03:52:48 PM

Shame on you ladies! You all had me worried sick that I was going to be left permanently scarred from lunch. Laurie is a very nice person, that I totally didn't need to file a restraining order against. Do you have any idea how hard it is to have lunch with no less than 100 feet between us? My voice is hoarse from shouting everything.

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