Hi folks,
As some of you are aware I am going to be wandering around the northern half of the USA on my way to/from Maine.
When and where I'll be on any given day even I do not know. It's just the way I do road trips. I get a destination in mind and I mosey until I get there. I should be hitting Grand junction, Co, a little north of Springfield.Mo. Possibly the upper peninsula of Michigan, Altoona, Pa and of course Maine.
I may be able to make a few stops on the way there or back. Some have expressed a desired to meet me for real and that might just be possible. Anyone that would like me to see if I can arrange a meeting or short visit please PM me so we can exchange contact info. I can send my email address first if you prefer just let me know.
I am not promising, but it could happen.
Hugs,
Laurie
Have a great trip Laurie and hopefully a safe one as well :)
Quote from: bubbles21 on May 31, 2017, 12:49:50 PM
Have a great trip Laurie and hopefully a safe one as well :)
Thank you Bubbles. I usually enjoy every minute of them.
Hugs,
Laurie
Incase you get lost Laurie I made a map for you.
Laurie towers > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > North (If you meet Santa you've gone too far)
Have a wonderful trip you crazy girl. I know you'll travel to Timbuk2 to get out of a makeover.
Peace and love and all that good stuff,
Sadie
Have a safe trip , keep us updated ( bunch of old gossiping women that we are) may the weather be kind and your truck be strong and don't forget to pack the breakfast pans!!!
Safe travels and keep us updated.
Hugs,
Balerie
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Thank you who are wishing me a good safe trip. I promise I will be safe, I will enjoy it. And I will make updates about the trip. Also I can't get lost now that Sadie has drawn me a map. ( actually I know where Maine is and I will find it. It all those places in between I might have trouble finding)
I'll let everyone know when I start it.
Lol Thank you all.
Hugs,
Laurie
Coming to Boston?
Hugs, Devlyn
Quote from: Devlyn Marie on May 31, 2017, 08:20:45 PM
Coming to Boston?
Hugs, Devlyn
Hi Devlyn,
Boston could be on the way somewhere... as long as it isn't anywhere near the city. Been there, done that, don't ever want to do it again. I lived at the north end of Wollaston Beach for about a year, registered for the draft in North Quincy, And got my first driver's license in a slushy suburb of Boston. I also left home from there to go join the Navy.
Hugs,
Laurie
Wow, small world. I grew up and currently live in Weymouth. :) We'll make arrangements, I don't mind driving to intercept your course.
Hugs, Devlyn
Quote from: Devlyn Marie on May 31, 2017, 08:40:16 PM
Wow, small world. I grew up and currently live in Weymouth. :) We'll make arrangements, I don't mind driving to intercept your course.
Hugs, Devlyn
Hi neighbor.
lol Yes we were pretty near each other for a bout a year weren't we? Bought my first car and rebuilt the engine there. Gas was only 24.9 cents a gallon until they engineered to gas shortage a were rationing gas while closed stations had fuul underground tank and oil ships were being anchored out in the bay because they wouldn't let them offload. Yeah the good old days of the 1970s.
Yep Devlyn we will have to get together for sure.
Hugs,
Laurie
If you reach Adelaide you have gone to far and have probably driven over a cliff.
Quote from: Laurie on May 31, 2017, 11:29:04 PM
Hi neighbor.
lol Yes we were pretty near each other for a bout a year weren't we? Bought my first car and rebuilt the engine there. Gas was only 24.9 cents a gallon until they engineered to gas shortage a were rationing gas while closed stations had fuul underground tank and oil ships were being anchored out in the bay because they wouldn't let them offload. Yeah the good old days of the 1970s.
Yep Devlyn we will have to get together for sure.
Hugs,
Laurie
As we say in the motorcycle fraternity ...stay Upright!!
If your in Maine, are you going to cross the border and visit lovely New Brunswick.
Quote from: Cindy on June 01, 2017, 01:37:26 AM
If you reach Adelaide you have gone to far and have probably driven over a cliff.
Hi Cindy,
I think I should be okay until I am heading back home. At any rate if I find myself under salty water I think I'll know I made a wrong turn somewhere. Large bodies of water are usually to be avoided on road trips.
Thanks for the heads up though.
Hugs,
Laurie
Quote from: ElizabethK on June 01, 2017, 02:45:08 AM
As we say in the motorcycle fraternity ...stay Upright!!
Never actually got into the motorcycle scene though there were desires... Thank you Liz. I'll do my best to keep the dirty side down.
Hugs,
Laurie
Quote from: Kelly1ca on June 01, 2017, 08:52:45 AM
If your in Maine, are you going to cross the border and visit lovely New Brunswick.
Alas Kelly, I will not be crossing over this trip as I lack a passport to do so. I had no desire to do any more border crossings so I never obtained one. I had no good reason to be visiting Canada but apparently now I have two. Perhaps I'll look into getting a passport for next time.
I've never been to Nova Scotia or New Brunswick.
Hugs,
Laurie
I find Maine and New Brunswick very similar. Being Canada and US are the only real differences. The people and landscape are very similar.
Quote from: Laurie on June 01, 2017, 09:21:03 AM
I've never been to Nova Scotia or New Brunswick.
It is tempting to drive down to Maine to meet you, Laurie. But there's no way I could get into the States for quite a while.
Quote from: KathyLauren on June 01, 2017, 10:28:26 AM
It is tempting to drive down to Maine to meet you, Laurie. But there's no way I could get into the States for quite a while.
Hi Kathy,
Awww thank you. Still under house arrest? IIt's such a bother. I jest Kathy I'm kidding really it's was only a joke. I really Would have driven a little further this trip to see you and Kelly Had I been adequately documented to make the crossing. I won't attempt a secretive crossing as I like my freedom. Sorry.
Hugs,
Laurie
You could always claim refugee status. :D
Quote from: KathyLauren on June 01, 2017, 11:48:01 AM
You could always claim refugee status. :D
Funny Kathy,
I do have a response but I do not want another minus added to my rep for the site.
Hugs,
Laurie
Quote from: Laurie on June 01, 2017, 09:16:42 AM
Never actually got into the motorcycle scene though there were desires... Thank you Liz. I'll do my best to keep the dirty side down.
Hugs,
Laurie
That works equally as well for me ;D
Quote from: Laurie on June 01, 2017, 10:46:51 AM
Hi Kathy,
Awww thank you. Still under house arrest? IIt's such a bother. I jest Kathy I'm kidding really it's was only a joke. I really Would have driven a little further this trip to see you and Kelly Had I been adequately documented to make the crossing. I won't attempt a secretive crossing as I like my freedom. Sorry.
Hugs,
Laurie
Laurie, what were
you thinking, bringing up the home detention. You know she is sensitive about it.
Three things.
First, are you planning on walking?
Second. You are three hours later or is it earlier than me. My partner wanted to know why my phone came to life at midnight last night, you crazy woman.
Third. Are you walking?
Forth. Oh that is one to many, sorry.
Moni
My dear Moni or whatever you're going by these days,
In response...
Quote from: HappyMoni on June 02, 2017, 08:01:59 AM
Three things.
First, are you planning on walking?
I will be driving my trusty steed (well mostly trusty), and home away from home, 2006 Chevy Silverado crew cab pickup. (doubles as a travel trailer at rest stops and out of the way wide spots in the road) It's midnight blue under the dirt.
I know you said "walking" but was really thinking "is she traveling by broom? Will she be bringing her familiar?"
Quote from: HappyMoni on June 02, 2017, 08:01:59 AM
Second. You are three hours later or is it earlier than me. My partner wanted to know why my phone came to life at midnight last night, you crazy woman.
As for the above please convey my apologies to your partner. I am sorry to have disturbed her rest. I realized what your local time was right after hitting that send button. And yes I did think of it disturbing her and wished I could have rescinded the outgoing message. Alas, we both know that it is just a wee bit too late to do so at that point. Again, please tell her I'm sorry for bothering her.
Quote from: HappyMoni on June 02, 2017, 08:01:59 AM
Laurie, what were you thinking, bringing up the home detention. You know she is sensitive about it.
Yeah well, you would think she has had plenty of time to have gotten over it by now. Though I hate to admit you being right about anything, it was a bit insensitive of me. (I have been told several times "You lack tact and diplomacy" Hell, I'm no politician, I tell it like it is.) Besides she's in a foreign country and can't get at me to retaliate.
Three thins huh? you always have this problem with numbers?
Hugs,
Laurie
QuoteI will be driving my trusty steed (well mostly trusty)
Rusty??? :D
Quote from: Laurie on June 02, 2017, 10:36:56 AM
My dear Moni or whatever you're going by these days,
In response...
I will be driving my trusty steed (well mostly trusty), and home away from home, 2006 Chevy Silverado crew cab pickup. (doubles as a travel trailer at rest stops and out of the way wide spots in the road) It's midnight blue under the dirt.
I know you said "walking" but was really thinking "is she traveling by broom? Will she be bringing her familiar?"
As for the above please convey my apologies to your partner. I am sorry to have disturbed her rest. I realized what your local time was right after hitting that send button. And yes I did think of it disturbing her and wished I could have rescinded the outgoing message. Alas, we both know that it is just a wee bit too late to do so at that point. Again, please tell her I'm sorry for bothering her.
Yeah well, you would think she has had plenty of time to have gotten over it by now. Though I hate to admit you being right about anything, it was a bit insensitive of me. (I have been told several times "You lack tact and diplomacy" Hell, I'm no politician, I tell it like it is.) Besides she's in a foreign country and can't get at me to retaliate.
Three thins huh? you always have this problem with numbers?
Hugs,
Laurie
Laurie,
Five. I still don't think they found all the bodies at Kathy's house. She and Aunt Martha had 13 buried in the Panama Canal in her basement as I recall. (name that movie)
Seven. Or is it D)? You are right, she can't get to either of us. Besides, Canadians are too smart to come here right now.
Nine. It's ok about the phone. I really just wanted to complain about you. I thought I would answer at 6AM my time. lol
Moni
Four. When is liftoff for this epic journey? Not specifically, don't want to crimp your style.
Quote from: AnneK on June 02, 2017, 10:38:33 AM
Rusty??? :D
Hi Anne,
No, not at all, it has been a very reliable vehicle needing only a few repairs in the 10 years I've owned it. It current has a 4 wheel drive problem I hope to have fixed before starting my trip. It wouldn't stop my trip from happening if I didn't as I currently have it disabled.
The Silverado 1500 crew cab is comfortable. I have the 5.3 liter engine and get good mpg for a pickup. I've been very happy with it.
Hugs,
Laurie
Quote from: HappyMoni on June 02, 2017, 10:59:49 AM
Laurie,
Five. I still don't think they found all the bodies at Kathy's house. She and Aunt Martha had 13 buried in the Panama Canal in her basement as I recall. (name that movie)
Seven. Or is it D)? You are right, she can't get to either of us. Besides, Canadians are too smart to come here right now.
Nine. It's ok about the phone. I really just wanted to complain about you. I thought I would answer at 6AM my time. lol
Moni
Four. When is liftoff for this epic journey? Not specifically, don't want to crimp your style.
Hi Bony errr I mean Moni,
15M. Yes I like lace, especially on my undies. (blush) TMI? not so enthused about arsenic, though it can be useful in combating all sorts of rats due to it's sweetener properties. ;) ;) ;)
17o. Yep we should definitely be safe. Besides she would have to fight against the prevailing traffic to come for us and would probably be detained as a imagined terrorist by the administration.
19n. Yeah that's what I thought. That is why I apologized to your partner specifically. :P :P You could respond at anytime you wish as i do not hear my phone when I sleep, even though I keep it above my head beside the bed.
3i. I won't be heading out before the 6th (I think) and hopefully before the 13th (I think) It is all subject to change as will my progress to Main and back. I'm thinking I can probably be away 4-6 weeks.
There did those answers help you at all?
Hugs,
Laurie
Hi folks,
I guess it's time for a little update on this thread. I am still far from ready to hop in the truck and hit the road. But I am closer than I was. I believe I know when I am leaving! Well actually I've narrowed it down to two days (and yes even that can still change)
I've decided to take a break in my preparations to have another short adventure. I will be going out to the coast (only about 100 miles) and visit with Tessa tomorrow while attending the Astoria Pride festivities and return Sunday evening. Tessa invited me to come and enjoy the pride weekend many months ago. I decided to do so though it will likely delay my departure by a day.
Which brings is back to when am I getting started. If everything falls into place I might be able to leave on Monday the 12th, but more realistically it will be Tuesday the 13th. I hope to be meeting with Jane Emily and RandyL on my way to Missouri. and that is as far as my ghostly plans have reached so far. Beyond Visiting my good friends in Missourah is just a cloudy rough draft in my head. I could head northeast to the upper peninsula of Michigan or continue east to Altoona, Pa. Both places have relatives I'd like to see on this trip. I could even try to hit both on the way out to Maine or split it to one in each direction. Like I said it is still just a rough draft in my head at this point.
So now you all know as much as I do. More updates will come as I figure things out.
Hugs,
Laurie
P.S. Moni, Watch out girl, I'm going to hunt you down... I'll teach you to malign me!
Hope the packing is going well Laurie, and a fresh batch of cookies are in the oven for the journey.
Sounds like it's going to be quite the adventure, I can't seem to find a 'green with envy' emoticon :P
Have a great trip and we want photos and a daily diary to make sure you're not getting up to too much mischief ;D
Peace and love and all that good stuff,
Sadie
Quote from: Laurie on June 09, 2017, 06:48:27 PM
P.S. Moni, Watch out girl, I'm going to hunt you down... I'll teach you to malign me!
This reminds me, you better get your truck maligned before you get on the road. So, when can I expect to have to try to hide from you Laurie? I won't be walking too fast, so I think it fair I get a head start. I can see her posting the picture of us now. Her and I, her choking the life out of me. Don't be afraid to testify against her, there is always the witness protection program. They can set you up in a new life in the gender of choice, I hear. Just remember sometimes stalkers are harmless and sometimes they are Laurie.
HappyNervousMoni
Quote from: Shy on June 11, 2017, 05:06:30 AM
Hope the packing is going well Laurie, and a fresh batch of cookies are in the oven for the journey.
Sounds like it's going to be quite the adventure, I can't seem to find a 'green with envy' emoticon :P
Have a great trip and we want photos and a daily diary to make sure you're not getting up to too much mischief ;D
Peace and love and all that good stuff,
Sadie
Quick, Sadie, what kind of cookies were they? Maybe I can ply her with cookies so she doesn't 'off' me.
Moni
My god Laurie have you been discharged at last ( that straight jacket never really did suit you) I think we need to inform the west side that you free, 5.3 litre engine I bet that's good on fuel 2 miles to the galleon, can't believe that moni has invited you over are you mad woman moni please don't eat those dam cookies there's something hooky about them believe me any way Laurie have a safe trip & don't go picking up any strange people especially if there eyes are too close together. Sara x
Quote from: coldHeart on June 11, 2017, 08:24:20 AM
My god Laurie have you been discharged at last ( that straight jacket never really did suit you) I think we need to inform the west side that you free, 5.3 litre engine I bet that's good on fuel 2 miles to the galleon, can't believe that moni has invited you over are you mad woman moni please don't eat those dam cookies there's something hooky about them believe me any way Laurie have a safe trip & don't go picking up any strange people especially if there eyes are too close together. Sara x
I invited her? No, she said she's gonna hunt me down. By the look of things, she must be on the road. I don't see every other post, signed 'Laurie' today. lol i ain't eatin no cookies, no brownies, nothin! That's how she sedates her victims.
Moni
I don't like the sound of this moni I got a bad feeling about this "road trip" I think Laurie has it in for you I hope to god she doesn't extend this trip to England I fear me & Davina will be next pppsssst I can't write any more I think she might be reading this. Sara x
Quote from: Laurie on June 09, 2017, 06:48:27 PM
More updates will come as I figure things out.
Hugs,
Laurie
Yes, please do keep us posted, Laurie. If you do plan to pass through or near Alexandria, VA, let me know!
~Terri
Did someone say cookies?
(https://www.susans.org/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1279.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fy537%2FDevlynMarie%2FModstuff%2FWhy-Men-Shouldnt-Bake-Cookies_zps674c0630.jpg&hash=55591b834a3626bd9a55a238d7693fb459866d9e)
So that's where my spare panties went!!!
Quote from: Devlyn Marie on June 11, 2017, 04:08:37 PM
Did someone say cookies?
(https://www.susans.org/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi1279.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fy537%2FDevlynMarie%2FModstuff%2FWhy-Men-Shouldnt-Bake-Cookies_zps674c0630.jpg&hash=55591b834a3626bd9a55a238d7693fb459866d9e)
. That's Laurie's wall paper.
Wow, suddenly I feel hungry and 'randy' all at the same time. Who needs lousey Oreo's.
Quote from: HappyMoni on June 11, 2017, 08:09:16 AM
This reminds me, you better get your truck maligned before you get on the road. So, when can I expect to have to try to hide from you Laurie? I won't be walking too fast, so I think it fair I get a head start. I can see her posting the picture of us now. Her and I, her choking the life out of me. Don't be afraid to testify against her, there is always the witness protection program. They can set you up in a new life in the gender of choice, I hear. Just remember sometimes stalkers are harmless and sometimes they are Laurie.
HappyNervousMoni
I had more of a picture like "two old ladies in Zimmer frames shaking fists at ten paces with plates of cookies to throw at each other"
:D :D
Quote from: coldHeart on June 11, 2017, 03:20:40 PM
I don't like the sound of this moni I got a bad feeling about this "road trip" I think Laurie has it in for you I hope to god she doesn't extend this trip to England I fear me & Davina will be next pppsssst I can't write any more I think she might be reading this. Sara x
You do realise that Laurie/Jeanette's trusty stead is actually a black hawk helicopter...True story....shhh I wasn't supposed to say anything
Okay you jokers. I guess you should have posted Road Trip delay #1. At the request of A very anti-social member of this here forum who shall remain nameless (rhymes with Pony), who claims impending invalidism and has begged for a bit of a head start in order to have more time to hide. I took pity on her and will not be starting until Thursday the 15 or Friday.
Because of this requested delay I graciously grated, I found myself with a couple days to fill. Coincidentally This weekend was the Astoria Pride weekend. Having been previously invited by Tessa to come out to the coast and check it out months ago I contacted her and insinuated myself onto her weekend guest list. (word of caution: if you don't want to be an adhock volunteer, don't accept invitations from event coordinators) She even hard me walking in the parade holding up one end of a rainbow banner and waving to spectators.
What the weekend turned out to be was a couple of days spent en femme in the company of friends. You know doing things like a block party with a drag show and other entertainment, eating food, attend a dance pack with strange people like me, some work helping set things up and tear them down and of course getting shanghied for the parade. Thank you Tessa for the weekend with you and your friends.
Hugs,
Laurie
Laurie, it's good to hear that you are getting out and about more. See, you walked right down the middle of the street carrying a rainbow flag, and there were no problems. :)
Life is good when you can just live it, and be yourself.
Quote from: Michelle_P on June 11, 2017, 11:33:39 PM
Laurie, it's good to hear that you are getting out and about more. See, you walked right down the middle of the street carrying a rainbow flag, and there were no problems. :)
Life is good when you can just live it, and be yourself.
Michelle,
Down the street? Not quite. Picture a very small San Francisco. In Astroria they ave a river walk. Partially paved, other places a board walk. (tiny fisherman's wharf) They also like SF sport a trolly running down the middle of the river walk. Yeah, they tried to run me down with the trolly they made me help decorate with rainbow banners and flags. Believe me it was a good thing they didn't make me play tag with the autos in the streets. BTW the trolly missed me. And there were no nasty protestors to be seen in the whole 2 mile walk.
Hugs,
Laurie
Quote from: Laurie on June 11, 2017, 11:14:27 PM
What the weekend turned out to be was a couple of days spent en femme in the company of friends.
There now, doesn't get much better than that! Good practice for what's gonna happen when you get here [emoji1]
Wait, did I say that? No don't worry. Nobody would recognize us hehe.
Randy
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CAtch up...
Sadie - Packing got interrupted and now have laundry to do before starting to pack again.
Moni - You have your grace period. Still not telling when it becomes hunting season. Chocolate chip cookies homemade with family recipe.
Sara _ It was Kathy that was incarcerated. My pickup gets 16.5 mps @75-80 mph better if I slow it down a bit.
Moni - Soon it will be hunting season
Sara & Davina - You're both safe for now.... no passport remember?
Devlyn - cool looking cookies but I'd watch out for the chocolate chips..... That is Not my wall papper... silly people
Moni - Don't you go bad mouthing my OREOS... Only home made chocolate chip cookies can beat OREOS !! 2 more demerits. (Little girls have pretty curls but I like OREOS...)
Liz - hmmm 10 paces and cookies.... depends on the type of cookies. Black Hawk helicopter?? when do I get delivery of it?
Whew all caught up.
Hugs,
Laurie
Quote from: Laurie on June 11, 2017, 11:42:46 PM
Michelle,
Down the street? Not quite. Picture a very small San Francisco. In Astroria they ave a river walk. Partially paved, other places a board walk. (tiny fisherman's wharf) They also like SF sport a trolly running down the middle of the river walk. Yeah, they tried to run me down with the trolly they made me help decorate with rainbow banners and flags. Believe me it was a good thing they didn't make me play tag with the autos in the streets. BTW the trolly missed me. And there were no nasty protestors to be seen in the whole 2 mile walk.
Hugs,
Laurie
Ah, so perhaps you were doing something like this:
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10213026670759744&set=pcb.1929510590663760&type=3&theater (https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10213026670759744&set=pcb.1929510590663760&type=3&theater)
Tessa and Astoria Pride posted some parade pictures... ;)
Quote from: RandyL on June 11, 2017, 11:48:47 PM
There now, doesn't get much better than that! Good practice for what's gonna happen when you get here [emoji1]
Wait, did I say that? No don't worry. Nobody would recognize us hehe.
andy
Yes, Randy it was a good weekend. I load my stuff into the truck all dolled up and drove out to the coast that way and returned the same.
See you and Jane on Saturday
Hugs,
Laurie
Quote from: Michelle_P on June 11, 2017, 11:57:41 PM
Ah, so perhaps you were doing something like this:
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10213026670759744&set=pcb.1929510590663760&type=3&theater (https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10213026670759744&set=pcb.1929510590663760&type=3&theater)
Tessa and Astoria Pride posted some parade pictures... ;)
Michelle,
Kinda exactly like that. If you look and the pictures with the Astoria Pride banner I'm behind the guy holding the left end of the banner. I'm in my pretty purple striped sweater.
Laurie
Oh Wow
Laurie
Great to see you there in the march. I am so glad you are able to feel confident enough to get out there and start being yourself...it is a liberating experience that you seem to be thriving through...
look out world here comes Laurie :icon_flower: :icon_joy:
Yay, go team Laurie :icon_dance: See what happens when you hand out free cookies, you get a whole bunch of awesome folk following you all dressed up in rainbows. ;D
Peace and love and all that good stuff,
Sadie
Wait, are you walking? That makes sense, you're taking a road trip. If you were driving it would be a highway trip. I reckon I'll be seeing you...roughly next April? :laugh:
Hugs, Devlyn
Good to see you Laurie out & about as you but I fear it will go to your head, what next rainbow coloured cookies 😀 Sara
Quote from: Laurie on June 12, 2017, 12:05:18 AM
Michelle,
Kinda exactly like that. If you look and the pictures wit the Astoria Pride banner I'm behind the guy holding the left end of the banner. I'm in my pretty purple striped sweater.
Laurie
Woo-hoo! Looking good, out in public, Laurie! It should be a piece of cake to go for that makeover now. >:-) Drat, I think I just violated my parole.
Laurie,
You went to a 'Pride' parade? You know what they say, "Pride cometh before the fall." You gonna fall when you come into my wheelhouse, baby. I'll get up out of my recovery bed and belt you right in the cookies.
Okay, Laurie that was for their benefit. Now, come closer. Closer! All this talk about duck season, are you telling me I will need to duck. You know, for when the camera is rolling for the youtube? Cause, if it is really about hunting ducks, I am no duck. I'm a certified chicken, thank you very much!
Moni
Quote from: Devlyn Marie on June 12, 2017, 05:43:08 AM
Wait, are you walking? That makes sense, you're taking a road trip. If you were driving it would be a highway trip. I reckon I'll be seeing you...roughly next April? :laugh:
Hugs, Devlyn
Devlyn, I bet she even parks on a driveway and drives on a parkway.
Moni
Rest in peace, George Carlin!
Quote from: ElizabethK on June 12, 2017, 02:23:48 AM
Oh Wow
Laurie
Great to see you there in the march. I am so glad you are able to feel confident enough to get out there and start being yourself...it is a liberating experience that you seem to be thriving through...
look out world here comes Laurie :icon_flower: :icon_joy:
"able to feel confident enough to get out there" ?????
Really Liz? LMAO
It's like this. If you go anywhere in Astoria with Tessa, you are going to be "out there" There is no avoiding it. Tessa is so involved in Astoria LGBTQ+ that EVERYONE knows her and you are thrust into the public eye by virtue of proximity. I was introduced to so many people she knew that I was getting used to being called Laurie. I was up front in that parade because she brought the banner that we carried and I was given an end to hold up and the rainbow banner's place was just a little behind the brand new first ever Astoria Pride Banner. The rainbow banner lead the parade last year. Our group (the Astoria Q Center) had the place of honor of first in line for the parade.
I thought I was going out to observe the weekend festivities. I was wrong. With Tessa, you are a part of them!
I thank Tessa, Julie, Alicia and everyone out there for a great weekend experience.
Hugs,
Laurie
Quote from: Shy on June 12, 2017, 03:49:21 AM
Yay, go team Laurie :icon_dance: See what happens when you hand out free cookies, you get a whole bunch of awesome folk following you all dressed up in rainbows. ;D
Peace and love and all that good stuff,
Sadie
Thanks Sadie, That gave me a good laugh.
Laurie
Quote from: RandyL on June 11, 2017, 11:48:47 PM
There now, doesn't get much better than that! Good practice for what's gonna happen when you get here [emoji1]
Wait, did I say that? No don't worry. Nobody would recognize us hehe.
Randy
Is that a threat? It sounds like a threat. I suppose it could be a challenge or possibly and invitation.
Oh heck, now I'm not sure what it was.
Hugs,
Laurie
Quote from: Devlyn Marie on June 12, 2017, 05:43:08 AM
Wait, are you walking? That makes sense, you're taking a road trip. If you were driving it would be a highway trip. I reckon I'll be seeing you...roughly next April? :laugh:
Hugs, Devlyn
*sigh* Devlyn Devlyn Devlyn
Quote from: coldHeart on June 12, 2017, 05:58:44 AM
Good to see you Laurie out & about as you but I fear it will go to your head, what next rainbow coloured cookies 😀 Sara
I could buy M&Ms instead of regular chocolate chips I suppose, Sara. Would that do?
Thanks Sara, It was a fun weekend. I hope you are having good times yourself girl.
Big Hugs for you.
Laurie
Quote from: HappyMoni on June 12, 2017, 04:33:23 PM
Devlyn, I bet she even parks on a driveway and drives on a parkway.
Moni
Rest in peace, George Carlin!
*sigh*
Moni Moni Moni (Here she comes now, sing moni moni, Jump down turn around moni moni....)
Laurie
Quote from: KathyLauren on June 12, 2017, 10:51:33 AM
Woo-hoo! Looking good, out in public, Laurie! It should be a piece of cake to go for that makeover now. >:-) Drat, I think I just violated my parole.
Thanks Kathy, Im sorry I could read the sentence about cake, there seems to be something wrong with it.
And yes You have lost your parole privileges.
Hugs,
Laurie
Quote from: HappyMoni on June 12, 2017, 04:29:06 PM
Laurie,
You went to a 'Pride' parade? You know what they say, "Pride cometh before the fall." You gonna fall when you come into my wheelhouse, baby. I'll get up out of my recovery bed and belt you right in the cookies.
Okay, Laurie that was for their benefit. Now, come closer. Closer! All this talk about duck season, are you telling me I will need to duck. You know, for when the camera is rolling for the youtube? Cause, if it is really about hunting ducks, I am no duck. I'm a certified chicken, thank you very much!
Moni
My dearest Moe-knee,
Yes, Monica, I was forced to walk in the parade carrying the heavy banner. There was quite a bit of physical labor required of me when all I wanted to do was sit in the shade and preen.
"belt me in the cookies" huh That's dirty pool as you will have had your cookies removed by then just so I can't retaliate in kind. Ducks? camera? youtube? What the heck are you talking about. I won't be hunting ducks... By the time I catch up with you I'll be hunting felines (can't use the real word here). You'll be as playful as a kitten by then.
I'm sure you won't be able to run anywhere by that time so you'll be easy prey.
BEWARE!
Hugs,
Laurie
Quote from: Laurie on June 12, 2017, 05:40:37 PM
Is that a threat? It sounds like a threat. I suppose it could be a challenge or possibly and invitation.
Oh heck, now I'm not sure what it was.
Hugs,
Laurie
If we're going to go get makeovers together, I'll need to be making appointments...just sayin ;)
Randy
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Quote from: RandyL on June 12, 2017, 06:11:23 PM
If we're going to go get makeovers together, I'll need to be making appointments...just sayin ;)
Randy
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*sigh* threat
Quote from: Laurie on June 12, 2017, 06:16:42 PM
*sigh* threat
Laurie,
You spelled 'treat' wrong, no 'h.'
Quote from: HappyMoni on June 12, 2017, 06:46:38 PM
Laurie,
You spelled 'treat' wrong, no 'h.'
RANDY !!!! See what you've gone and started now?
Arrrrrg
Quote from: HappyMoni on June 12, 2017, 06:46:38 PM
Laurie,
You spelled 'treat' wrong, no 'h.'
Lol. Nope, no humor here. Nope. Very serious.
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Quote from: RandyL on June 12, 2017, 11:14:31 PM
Lol. Nope, no humor here. Nope. Very serious.
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My dearest Randy (rhymes with candy and sandy)
I believe I am becoming confused...
I one response you are talking about "Good practice for what's gonna happen when you get here". In the next you are threatening me with that "M" word. And in the last you're telling me you're not joking.
Ut oh typing it all together like that makes it appear ominous. Has Cindy and/or several other instigators been giving you ideas? Making suggestions? Or is this your own devious plan?
Hugs,
Laurie
Well after your public outing a**ov*r should be a doddle, Take a bag of hugs from me for the girls and have a good time.Would send some cake but it will be stale before you get it!!!
Quote from: davina61 on June 13, 2017, 03:56:35 PM
Well after your public outing a**ov*r should be a doddle, Take a bag of hugs from me for the girls and have a good time.Would send some cake but it will be stale before you get it!!!
Hi Davina,
I'm sorry I couldn't quite decipher your first sentence. Something about doodling in public. At least I think is was something about doodling.. I'm pretty sure sure it wasn't about diddling in public. That just doesn't sound right at all. At least for me it wouldn't... now there's no telling what that Monnie might do.. I sure wouldn't rule out her doing something like that.
I appreciate the thought regarding cake but have to agree with you that it probably would survive very well especially in going through customs. Since we're talking food I was wondering how roasted ->-bleeped-<-gots taste. I know they aren't curried but I thought you may have tried them.
Thanks for the bag of hugs. After this past weekend I'm about to run out of the supply I have. My supplier tells me they are in high demand and are now on backorder. So yours will come in handy.
Hope all is well there across the pond hon.
Hugs,
Laurie
Quote from: RandyL on June 12, 2017, 06:11:23 PM
If we're going to go get makeovers together, I'll need to be making appointments...just sayin ;)
Randy
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*sigh*
Okay Randy I give up. Set it up if you want to.
Laurie
Quote from: Laurie on June 13, 2017, 08:15:56 PM
*sigh*
Okay Randy I give up. Set it up if you want to.
Laurie
Oh shoot, she called my bluff :police: :o ;D
Quote from: RandyL on June 13, 2017, 10:39:47 PM
Oh shoot, she called my bluff :police: :o ;D
You mean I can still get out of this?
Quote from: Laurie on June 13, 2017, 11:15:20 PM
You mean I can still get out of this?
No, but...our schedule is a bit iffy. We could do 15-minute walk-ins at Sephora on Sunday after 11am. I have just discovered my foundation doesn't match my summer skin color!
Quote from: RandyL on June 13, 2017, 11:21:41 PM
No, but...our schedule is a bit iffy. We could do 15-minute walk-ins at Sephora on Sunday after 11am. I have just discovered my foundation doesn't match my summer skin color!
Darn you got my hopes up and dashed them in two sentences.
*sigh*
I suppose it's too late to keep this under wraps?
I leave it in your capable hands. Will your wife be there to capture it for this rowdy bunch online?
Hugs,
Laurie
Quote from: Laurie on June 13, 2017, 08:15:56 PM
*sigh*
Okay Randy I give up. Set it up if you want to.
Laurie
;D ;D
->-bleeped-<-gots cooked in rich gravy with peas and mashed potatoes. Very tasty but are US ->-bleeped-<-gots the same? made from liver etc. Prefer to get mine from local butcher not mass produced Tat . You packing plenty of corn chips and nuts to keep you going?
Quote from: davina61 on June 14, 2017, 02:10:52 PM
->-bleeped-<-gots cooked in rich gravy with peas and mashed potatoes. Very tasty but are US ->-bleeped-<-gots the same? made from liver etc. Prefer to get mine from local butcher not mass produced Tat . You packing plenty of corn chips and nuts to keep you going?
Davina,
Yes Davina, they are vastly different in the USA. That is because here the word has nothing to do with food, rather it is a derogatory term used for people like us in general it refers to males that do not beet the cis-world's definition of the sexual norm. I think I much prefer the UK version as I do like liver. Sadly I didn't get a chance to try them the two times I was in England. I did have plenty of time to sample the warn beer in quite some detail.
Hugs,
Laurie
Quote from: ElizabethK on June 14, 2017, 01:24:04 AM
;D ;D
Did you see that Liz and Cindy? I put it all in Randy's lap, now if we don't do it, it is all her fault.
Laurie
Quote from: Laurie on June 14, 2017, 05:36:26 PM
Did you see that Liz and Cindy? I put it all in Randy's lap, now if we don't do it, it is all her fault.
Laurie
That is more than acceptable :D I can not wait to see the fantastic results...so now that you have that organised.....about these clothes you are taking on your road trip!!!
(Randy the cheque is in the mail ;) ;))
Quote from: ElizabethK on June 14, 2017, 07:09:32 PM
That is more than acceptable :D I can not wait to see the fantastic results...so now that you have that organised.....about these clothes you are taking on your road trip!!!
(Randy the cheque is in the mail ;) ;))
It hasn't happened yet...
As for the clothes it will be both. I believe I will have separate bags. One for each mode (if I can fit all the female paraphernalia into one. I mean sheeesh!! clothes, makeup, shoes, purse, bling what a pain just to figure out what to take and what to leave home. I ask you is this normal?
Hugs,
Laurie
Quote from: Laurie on June 14, 2017, 08:00:50 PM
It hasn't happened yet...
As for the clothes it will be both. I believe I will have separate bags. One for each mode (if I can fit all the female paraphernalia into one. I mean sheeesh!! clothes, makeup, shoes, purse, bling what a pain just to figure out what to take and what to leave home. I ask you is this normal?
Hugs,
Laurie
You should see the gigantic suitcases my sister in law travels with. I hurt my back with them, so I learned to make myself scarce when she was loading up.
On the other hand, my wife and daughter travel very light.
Hope you don't have a giant bag when you arrive here. I might be "indisposed" lol.
We'll discuss the makeover when you get here. Being a weekend I couldn't make any large formal appointments. This way I can maneuver it back to being your fault if we don't go through with it [emoji1] [emoji12]
Randy
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Quote from: RandyL on June 15, 2017, 12:24:35 AM
You should see the gigantic suitcases my sister in law travels with. I hurt my back with them, so I learned to make myself scarce when she was loading up.
On the other hand, my wife and daughter travel very light.
Hope you don't have a giant bag when you arrive here. I might be "indisposed" lol.
We'll discuss the makeover when you get here. Being a weekend I couldn't make any large formal appointments. This way I can maneuver it back to being your fault if we don't go through with it [emoji1] [emoji12]
Randy
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Packing? I knew there was something I probably should be doing... Instead of doing suck mundane things I was out at a few stores trying to find a couple things. I went to the Burlington coat store figuring to buy a light woman's coat or jacket.... they must have gotten out of that line of business. It looked like they were now competing with Goodwill by the rows and rows and rows of clothes. It even appeared as it they were pre-owned clothes the haphazard way there were displayed and bad signage. Oh yeah I saw about 6 jackets on a clearance.
So I went across the freeway to the mall... slim pickings at sears, Macy's, Dave's sporting goods, and J C Penny's. I guess the beginning of summer isn't a good time for coat shopping. *sigh* So not coat or jacket for the trip.
Oh btw Randy... While in J C Penny's I went into the Sephora section and was greeted by the girl behind the counter. I decided to have a chat with her and walked up to the counter. I inquired about the 2 makeovers the do and the short one is pretty much help with a specific area or makeup type of your choice. The long one covers more of a full face makeover for a look of your choice. night out, day time, glamour etc, that they will do for you like for a prom or wedding etc. She suggested scheduling before going and give a bit of information of what you want so they can get some products ready before hand. We were discussing it as if it was for me and she also suggested making it know before hand that it would be "for a gentleman" as some techs may not be comfortable with doing it for a male. I imagine the same consideration should be given for us. If you want it to be a learning experience you should also tell the tech so explanations can be given as the work is performed.
There ya go Randy... I did the footwork, ball is back in your court.
Tomorrow I should go fill up the truck and go to one more store. Then I suppose I should start packing.
*Oh bother*
Hugs,
Laurie
Quote from: Laurie on June 14, 2017, 08:00:50 PM
It hasn't happened yet...
As for the clothes it will be both. I believe I will have separate bags. One for each mode (if I can fit all the female paraphernalia into one. I mean sheeesh!! clothes, makeup, shoes, purse, bling what a pain just to figure out what to take and what to leave home. I ask you is this normal?
Hugs,
Laurie
Mix and Match as much as you can...when I went to Queensland I took 3 complete outfits right down to the shoes and from these 3 you could make 5 or 6 different combinations...I found myself in jeans and tops because the weather was crappy...then of course there is the make up, shoes, hair accessories jewellery, and I managed to keep it all to just under 50 pounds for being away 2 nights and 3 days...you are going to need a road-train https://www.siku.de/en/sortiment/road-train.html (https://www.siku.de/en/sortiment/road-train.html) if you are taking both :D
Quote from: ElizabethK on June 15, 2017, 01:26:43 AM
Mix and Match as much as you can...when I went to Queensland I took 3 complete outfits right down to the shoes and from these 3 you could make 5 or 6 different combinations...I found myself in jeans and tops because the weather was crappy...then of course there is the make up, shoes, hair accessories jewellery, and I managed to keep it all to just under 50 pounds for being away 2 nights and 3 days...you are going to need a road-train https://www.siku.de/en/sortiment/road-train.html (https://www.siku.de/en/sortiment/road-train.html) if you are taking both :D
Hi Liz,
Lets see;
50 lbs is to 3 days as
X lbs is to 35 days. X = 583.3 lbs
I might need more bags.
Hugs,
Laurie
Laurie was spotted the other day test driving her truck to see she could fit a few more outfits on ;D
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6PHbUSwDY4U
Peace and love and all that good stuff,
Sadie
Quote from: Laurie on June 15, 2017, 01:40:59 AM
Hi Liz,
Lets see;
50 lbs is to 3 days as X lbs is to 35 days. X = 583.3 lbs
I might need more bags.
Hugs,
Laurie
Sounds about right.
You're gonna need a bigger truck... ;D
Quote from: Shy on June 15, 2017, 03:30:29 AM
Laurie was spotted the other day test driving her truck to see she could fit a few more outfits on ;D
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6PHbUSwDY4U
Peace and love and all that good stuff,
Sadie
Sadie,
... say Californie is the place she ought to be, so she loaded up the truck and she moved to Beverly, Hills that is!
The only thing I can't figure is where Granny's gonna sit. Oh, you say she's driving? Okay.
Moni
Swimming pools, movie stars!!! Cue the banjo's.
Quote from: HappyMoni on June 15, 2017, 11:30:29 AM
Sadie,
... say Californie is the place she ought to be, so she loaded up the truck and she moved to Beverly, Hills that is!
The only thing I can't figure is where Granny's gonna sit. Oh, you say she's driving? Okay.
Moni
Swimming pools, movie stars!!! Cue the banjo's.
HA!!
Packing has begun (translation coffee and breakfast have been consumed) Really, I have stuff on my bed to put in a bag or bags once I get everything together. *sigh*
Laurie
That will be a U-Haul then ,have you got a tow bar or 5th wheel? If you don't have room just leave the bloke clothes out for the bin men.
Quote from: davina61 on June 15, 2017, 11:41:18 AM
That will be a U-Haul then ,have you got a tow bar or 5th wheel? If you don't have room just leave the bloke clothes out for the bin men.
Davina,
Hey now I still need those "bloke" clothes!
And yes I do have a tow hitch.
Laurie
Packing female things is a pain
its like getting showered / changed as it used to take me 20 mins for a triple S (That's a shower, shave and a-----------------------------shampoo) now its more like 40mins and that's not counting make up!!!!!! When I go Drag Racing for 4days every thing went in a soft (sports style) bag , Will need a suit case next year.
PS if I miss you before you start ENJOY ( especially the make over) oops did I just type that out loud
I have some stuff packed in the truck, female clothes in the bag, still working on makeup, bling and guy stuff.
I hate packing.
Laurie
Quote from: davina61 on June 15, 2017, 03:26:17 PM
its like getting showered / changed as it used to take me 20 mins for a triple S (That's a shower, shave and a-----------------------------shampoo) now its more like 40mins and that's not counting make up!!!!!! When I go Drag Racing for 4days every thing went in a soft (sports style) bag , Will need a suit case next year.
PS if I miss you before you start ENJOY ( especially the make over) oops did I just type that out loud
Thanks Davina,
I'm still working on it. I'm not good a decision making or planning.
Laurie
Me thinks someone packs for so long cause they are afraid of the truth that awaits them at the end of the road! Dun dun dun!!!!!
Quote from: HappyMoni on June 15, 2017, 04:02:44 PM
Me thinks someone packs for so long cause they are afraid of the truth that awaits them at the end of the road! Dun dun dun!!!!!
.....like sands through the hour glass, so are the days of our lives.....
What's scary is that I know that line LOL
You've got a truck, for heaven's sake, so getting all the girls stuff in should be a piece of cake. As for the guy stuff, well you won't be needing it anyway.
Safe travels!
Quote from: KathyLauren on June 15, 2017, 04:54:10 PM
You've got a truck, for heaven's sake, so getting all the girls stuff in should be a piece of cake. As for the guy stuff, well you won't be needing it anyway.
Safe travels!
That's not the problem Kathy. It's deciding what to take. I've got the girl clothes in the bag except for what I'm going to wear. I have to shower and put on a little makeup then I can decide what to put in my purse and maybe pack a little more in the bag. Then figure out the bling I'm going to bring. Then it's the easy stuff - pack a guy bag That takes about 10 minutes.
But before all that My toe and finger nails need to dry.
Quote from: ElizabethK on June 15, 2017, 04:13:18 PM
.....like sands through the hour glass, so are the days of our lives.....
What's scary is that I know that line LOL
I've heard that line before Liz. You don't grow up in a houseful of female types and not know that one. Remember Dark Shadows? That was also a regular.
Quote from: HappyMoni on June 15, 2017, 04:02:44 PM
Me thinks someone packs for so long cause they are afraid of the truth that awaits them at the end of the road! Dun dun dun!!!!!
What Joanie?, errr mommy? no that's not it. I know it's M something... oh yeah Moni. Is there a giant lobster waiting to pinch me in Maine? Get the water boiling I ready for it.
btw Monica dear, It won't be long now and I'll be on my way...
Hugs,
Laurie
Hi folks,
9:15 pm but I'm on the road to Denver finally.
Watch out Moni, here I come! I'm hunting you down lady.
Hugs,
Laurie
Have a wonderful trip Laurie :)
Peace and love and all that good stuff,
Sadie
Be safe you crazy person. Set your GPS for Birmingham, Alabama. Philadelphia is right over the border from there. Don't get lost now, hear!
Moankee... doh, I mean Moni
Hey, hey...is she gone? Now we can talk about her. lol
Laurie, yeah you lady truck driver! Best wishes for your road trip :-)
Seattle isn't on your route, but any time you are north lemme know we can grab a coffee in the rain.
Safe travels, take care, hugs
Beware of Clyde!, Woof, Woof!
I have almost made it to Utah. I'm coming after you Mini ummmm errr Moni. Thx fot the good wishes everyone.
Hugs,
Laurie
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Quote from: Denni on June 16, 2017, 08:43:44 AM
Safe travels, take care, hugs
Beware of Clyde!, Woof, Woof!
Denni,you scamp, you better watch it or I'll tell her where you live. Then you might 'buy the farm' after she 'offs' me.
Laurie keep your freakin eyes on the freakin road. You are supposed to be indisposed so we can talk about you.
Moni
Gosh, why do I laugh every time you bark? How's that golf game coming?
Well I made it through Utah and into Wyoming. I saw I am getting places too quickly and would be in. Denver tonight if I didn't do something about it, so I took a shortcut and went sightseeing back in Utah for about four hours. I made it back into Wyoming about twenty miles further down the freeway from where I started.
I am about 100 miles west. Of Cheyenne. ... Still too close to Denver.
Still coming to get you Minnie
Hugs,
Laurie
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What!! You're not spending the night in Rawlins?? Best campground ever. About 100 yards from the freeway on-ramp. Semis accelerating through all 18 gears, all night long. Errrrg, errrrg, errrg, errrg, errrg, errrg, errrrg...
See ya tomorrow -- sometime? Let me know when you know. We might be out biking, or better yet, thinning scrub oak saplings.
Randy
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Sounds so fun. I'm in southeast though.
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Still at the rest stop I spent the night at . Still too early for lunch in Denver if I head there now. Guess I'll go find coffee and a bite to go with morning pills. I' m sure I look like a diad this morning.
Jane - should be in Denver around 11ish
Randy - will call you after lunch with Jane
Mini moni miney - still coming after you.... Beware!!!!
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Moni keep an eye out for a bright pink 40 foot rig, with the amount of clothes Laurie's got she could be stopping at your house for a longgg time, good luck with that 😊 you can always set Clyde on her. Sara
Quote from: coldHeart on June 17, 2017, 07:16:53 AM
Moni keep an eye out for a bright pink 40 foot rig, with the amount of clothes Laurie's got she could be stopping at your house for a longgg time, good luck with that 😊 you can always set Clyde on her. Sara
Lol I didn't bring that many, Sara. In Denver now waiting for Jane and lunch.
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Quote from: coldHeart on June 17, 2017, 07:16:53 AM
Moni keep an eye out for a bright pink 40 foot rig, with the amount of clothes Laurie's got she could be stopping at your house for a longgg time, good luck with that 😊 you can always set Clyde on her. Sara
Sorry Sara, if you know the nature of Clyde, I don't sic him on anybody. Clyde doesn't even bark anymore. lol
I have a plan to avoid Laurie. I will pull the sheets of my recovery bed over my head and try not to giggle or sneeze. She'll never find me.
Moni
Quote from: Laurie on June 17, 2017, 12:39:15 PM
Lol I didn't bring that many, Sara. In Denver now waiting for Jane and lunch.
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Wow Laurie, from the sound of that, it sounds like you are gonna eat her. You aren't one of them cannibals are you? Laurie Lecter! Maybe you shouldn't visit me after all.
Moni
Quote from: HappyMoni on June 17, 2017, 12:55:03 PM
Wow Laurie, from the sound of that, it sounds like you are gonna eat her. You aren't one of them cannibals are you? Laurie Lecter! Maybe you shouldn't visit me after all.
Moni
No silly but we did have a nice lunch and about 2 hours of good conversation.
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Quote from: HappyMoni on June 17, 2017, 12:50:15 PM
Sorry Sara, if you know the nature of Clyde, I don't sic him on anybody. Clyde doesn't even bark anymore. lol
I have a plan to avoid Laurie. I will pull the sheets of my recovery bed over my head and try not to giggle or sneeze. She'll never find me.
Moni
Oh I'll find you
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She will she has sonar
Quote from: davina61 on June 17, 2017, 03:58:19 PM
She will she has sonar
She is 'bat poop crazy' so I spect she does have radar of some kind. I really didn't want to use 'poop' but the kids, you know.
The only hope you've got Moni is to mention the "M" word. It scrambles the tracking signal and send Laurie speeding off in the opposite direction. ;D
Hope you're having fun Laurie, where's the postcard? I mean it's been two days already. :D
Peace and love and all that good stuff,
Sadie
Quote from: Shy on June 17, 2017, 04:20:18 PM
The only hope you've got Moni is to mention the "M" word. It scrambles the tracking signal and send Laurie speeding off in the opposite direction. ;D
Hope you're having fun Laurie, where's the postcard? I mean it's been two days already. :D
Peace and love and all that good stuff,
Sadie
Lol You are right Sadie. For some reason I picture it making the guinea pig inside her head fall off the spinning squirrel cage.
Moni
Quote from: HappyMoni on June 17, 2017, 09:00:33 PM
Lol You are right Sadie. For some reason I picture it making the guinea pig inside her head fall off the spinning squirrel cage.
Moni
Okay you all. I read all that sonar crazy bat poop in squirrel cages. Moanknee you are gunna get it big time when I find you..
I found Randy and wife's hilltop abode and it's a nice one with a fantastic view. They fed me a good meal with lots of food things but I couldn't find the meat. I ate everything they put in front of me at the table. It looked and tasted good but I swear there wasn't a speck of meat to be found in it.
I would post a picture of Jane and I but can't remember the picture app I use at home to post them.
You realise Moni Moni has a whole pack of ferocious animals to let loose on you Laurie when you show up at her gate ;D
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=enoXnWdrPoc
Peace and love and all that good stuff,
Sadie
Your all be fine in day light as Laurie whoops I mean bats only go around at night, she need insects & lots of them moni so stock up
Quote from: Shy on June 18, 2017, 03:55:37 AM
You realise Moni Moni has a whole pack of ferocious animals to let loose on you Laurie when you show up at her gate ;D
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=enoXnWdrPoc
Peace and love and all that good stuff,
Sadie
Moni I never knew Clyde had friends. Sara x
Sadie and Sara,
Wow, I am left speechless after that........Okay, I'm over it. I must have had my Wheaties in that video. Usually, I only squeeze all my animals once. And I'm not sure how I got to be left handed, but you just never know do you. Notice there are no bats. The dark side of me wants to stage a picture of Laurie on the floor with my attack animals drawing fake blood. That would teach you sassy ladies a lesson. :)
Moni
Sara thank the heavens that Clyde isn't pictured there. You don't want to see him. Hell I don't want to see him.
Onward to Mizzeri to visit my friends. I still in girly mode. This might be fun.
Getting closer Maoni
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I think that video is more scarier that Laurie any day
As every second goes pass moni she's a getting nearer, I,m lucky I have a huge puddle of water between us phewwwwww. Sara.
Stopped for gas in Burlington, Co and locked my keys, purse, and phone in my truck. Had to go inside and ask for help and call a locksmith to come unlock the door. Laurie getting tried by fire.
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Uh huh. "I stopped in this little market in Colorado and bought the best brownies I ever had in my life......."
LOL Devlyn, I bet you're right.
Laurie - When we said your future holds many unlocked doors, this isn't exactly what we had in mind.
Always lock the door with the remote. Always lock the door with the remote. I locked my keys in the car once and that was before I had a remote so I started locking it with the key instead of pushing the button. I never locked my keys in the car again.
It's called an "ignisecond". That moment you realize the keys are in the ignition as you're shutting a locked door.
When she said she was rolling, I had no idea! :laugh:
If she'd put the damn cookies and Devlyn's brownies away she wouldn't have this problem. And by 'away' I don't mean being consumed by the crazy woman in her truck. (or standing outside her truck pulling on the handle.)
So glad you are safe Sara.
Moni
I swear, we didn't feed her any "brownies" here. Just some chocolate chip biscuits. Oh wait...
Well, looks like she got out of the state anyway. We got a dog in Burlington once. Maybe Laurie is bringing one for Moni. Hmm, maybe not what the doctor ordered.
We had a good time here. Counter to all expectations spawned by all these good folks here, Laurie was actually a gentle and gracious guest. Give her enough WiFi to satisfy the needs of her 50 pound gaming "laptop" and she is happy. Sorry we're vegetarians here :) Hope her legs are recovering from our hike "around the block" (kinda big blocks out here in the sticks).
Randy
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Randy,
Hahaha, Clyde needs no successor. He's done enough damage. So you are saying Laurie is not a serial killer? Are you sure you just didn't fit her profile.
Glad you had fun not eating meat together.
Moni
Quote from: HappyMoni on June 19, 2017, 05:22:36 AM
Randy,
Hahaha, Clyde needs no successor. He's done enough damage. So you are saying Laurie is not a serial killer? Are you sure you just didn't fit her profile.
Glad you had fun not eating meat together.
Moni
Now Moni
You know she had you as her "special case" for quite some time now :icon_userfriendly:. Beware the visitor bringing little rubber animals....I think you are pretty safe, she's got to be able to get back in her truck first LOL Ever seen Pricilla Queen of the Desert LOL....I can say pretty much what I like because I know she can't get to me, :eusa_naughty: :eusa_naughty: no matter how good that truck of hers is...
distance = Bravery :icon_drunk:
Devyls Brownies...hmmmm...it's got a ring to it. Gotta copyright that, and get baking! :laugh:
Quote from: RandyL on June 18, 2017, 10:48:47 PM
I swear, we didn't feed her any "brownies" here. Just some chocolate chip biscuits. Oh wait...
Well, looks like she got out of the state anyway. We got a dog in Burlington once. Maybe Laurie is bringing one for Moni. Hmm, maybe not what the doctor ordered.
We had a good time here. Counter to all expectations spawned by all these good folks here, Laurie was actually a gentle and gracious guest. Give her enough WiFi to satisfy the needs of her 50 pound gaming "laptop" and she is happy. Sorry we're vegetarians here :) Hope her legs are recovering from our hike "around the block" (kinda big blocks out here in the sticks).
Randy
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Hi folks,
I made it to my friends place in Mizzeri. My pickup has decided to rest here for several days. I made it here in girl mode so that makes this the longest continuous time I have been in girl mode.
I want to thank Jane for meeting me for lunch and a couple hours of good conversation with our food. Thanks to Jane's presence, I was able to relax and ignore the fact that I was dressed appropriately as myself in a restaurant full of strange people and enjoyed my time with her. I did notice a lot of the diners were looking in my direction, (there was a TV showing some sporting event behind me) but only one woman looked directly at me and smiled. Whete she did this because I was a diad or just another diner I have no idea. No one that I noticed stared or said anything that I know of. We we just two other diners. It was a nice lunch. Thank you Jane.
I also want to thank Randy and her lovely wife, two quiet and gracious people that opened there very nice home to me for a very pleasant visit. These are two very nice people who are very in tune with each other. The view they have is as beautiful in daylight as it is spectacular at night. I cannot recall ever being served an intentionally "vegetarian" meal until visiting Randy and his wife. Both dinner and breakfast were delicious consisting of many different vegetables and fruits and tasted very good. Watching Randy and his wife preparing the meals was interesting to see. I do not thing I have seen two people more in sync with each other, complementing each others efforts to put together the meals with little need for conversation.
Both are talented accomplished people and I fear I overwhelmed them with my incessant inane talking. I was hopeless out classed by these two yet they made me feel very welcome in their home. Thank you Randy and better half.
The rest of the trip to Missouri would have been uneventful had I not locked myself out of my truck. There is one distinct advantage men have over women... Pockets! Had I been traveling in male mode this would not have happened. My wallet would have been in one pocket and my keys in another. I also probably not have been locking the doors because my purse was being left inside the truck.
I had plannned on paying at the pump, pumping my gas, and driving off down the road again. Locking the keys inside with me on the outside sort of put a crimp in those plans. So there I was having to perform the classic damsel in distress play in real life. How embarrassing! Having to go inside and explain my predicament to one person who led me to another that dialed a phone for me so I could get the locksmith to come unlock the truck. I explained he would be looking for a woman and described my pickup for him. I then went back outside after thanking the people that helped me and waited beside the truck in the very busy gas station until he arrived and let me back in. It was not the kind of real world female experience I was looking for. *sigh* But as you can tell I survived it.
Beware Moni... I am 2/3 of the way there. You have several days to worry before I continue.
Hugs,
Laurie
I find myself wishing Laurie was a vegetarian, I would be just a little less nervous.
Liz, where did you get that Imogee, it is so reassuring.
Moni
Somebody please feed the traveling cannibal meat before she gets here!
Lol. Laurie your last post sounded like an Oscar speech.
You certainly deserve one girl for your new road movie ;D I hear it's going to end with a vegetarian zombie outbreak as Michelle's amateur radio club starts broadcasting a message for everyone to head for Liz's safe zone in Australia. Moni Moni's genetically modified squishy critters have gone feral it's been reported......oh the suspense ;D
Peace and love and all that good stuff,
Sadie
Quote from: ElizabethK on June 19, 2017, 05:57:32 AM
Now Moni
You know she had you as her "special case" for quite some time now :icon_userfriendly:. Beware the visitor bringing little rubber animals....I think you are pretty safe, she's got to be able to get back in her truck first LOL Ever seen Pricilla Queen of the Desert LOL....I can say pretty much what I like because I know she can't get to me, :eusa_naughty: :eusa_naughty: no matter how good that truck of hers is...
distance = Bravery :icon_drunk:
Hi Liz,
I too like the emojies. Yes you and Sara are safe..... for now (note to self- look into getting a passport)
I'm not worried about Cylde. Rumor is he'll be put out of his mizzery before I arrive. The other ferocious critters don't bother me either as I am sure they are fictitious and created in an effort to derail me from my intended purpose for a visit to that woman.
Quote from: HappyMoni on June 19, 2017, 10:36:48 AM
I find myself wishing Laurie was a vegetarian, I would be just a little less nervous.
Liz, where did you get that Imogee, it is so reassuring.
Moni
Somebody please feed the traveling cannibal meat before she gets here!
No such luck Mani umm Tony? oh right moanie. Two vegetarian meals does not a vegetarian make. I'm carnivorous.
Quote from: Shy on June 19, 2017, 12:17:44 PM
Lol. Laurie your last post sounded like an Oscar speech.
Sadie
Thanks Sadie, I did have to put a little thought into it. I thought it was rather good myself.
Well ,I have a choice to make. Put my hair back on and go fishing in girl mode or wash my face and change into guy mode. I did forget my guy socks.... Decisions decisions.
Hugs,
Laurie
Keep your wig on!!!!! You trying for a fish supper? When I do my road trip next year I can go visit the UK girls for you, I do biscuits as well. Sounds like you are having a good time (keys in purse and bag in hand). You been eying up the road kill for a Barbie?
Well at least I am safe from Davina. I was a little concerned with that welding torch of hers.
'that woman' you say? Well that's the closest you have come to my real name in a while. I do have a question. You are on a road trip right? How do you get any driving done and still post on all 8 of your threads. I am waiting for the 'I locked my key in the car thread.' >:-)
M O N I
Quote from: Laurie on June 19, 2017, 09:18:58 AM
The rest of the trip to Missouri would have been uneventful had I not locked myself out of my truck. There is one distinct advantage men have over women... Pockets! Had I been traveling in male mode this would not have happened. My wallet would have been in one pocket and my keys in another. I also probably not have been locking the doors because my purse was being left inside the truck.
I had plannned on paying at the pump, pumping my gas, and driving off down the road again. Locking the keys inside with me on the outside sort of put a crimp in those plans. So there I was having to perform the classic damsel in distress play in real life. How embarrassing! Having to go inside and explain my predicament to one person who led me to another that dialed a phone for me so I could get the locksmith to come unlock the truck. I explained he would be looking for a woman and described my pickup for him. I then went back outside after thanking the people that helped me and waited beside the truck in the very busy gas station until he arrived and let me back in. It was not the kind of real world female experience I was looking for. *sigh* But as you can tell I survived it.
Hugs,
Laurie
Compared to locking your keys in the car, this a makeover is going to be a walk in the park, in your case we should also send a carer to make sure you don't get lost in the park and they could probably help you when you need to take that jacket off that does up at the back with the arms that wrap around you and ties in the back... Problem is I think they are only made for straight people ??? ;D
Laurie,
Enjoy the fishing. I've heard that fish are afraid of men. Just sayin'.
Randy
Quote from: davina61 on June 19, 2017, 02:45:04 PM
Keep your wig on!!!!! You trying for a fish supper? When I do my road trip next year I can go visit the UK girls for you, I do biscuits as well. Sounds like you are having a good time (keys in purse and bag in hand). You been eying up the road kill for a Barbie?
Hi Davina,
So you are volunteering to be my surrogate in the UK and take care to those across the pond for me are you? Sounds like a plan...
Sorry, no fresh road kill seen yet. And yes I am having a good trip so far. I did change to guy mode and went fishing. We did pretty good today and brought home 4 fish the best of which were a 7 pound Walleye I caught and about the same size cat fish Jim caught. They've been filleted for eating later.
Quote from: HappyMoni on June 19, 2017, 03:04:24 PM
Well at least I am safe from Davina. I was a little concerned with that welding torch of hers.
'that woman' you say? Well that's the closest you have come to my real name in a while. I do have a question. You are on a road trip right? How do you get any driving done and still post on all 8 of your threads. I am waiting for the 'I locked my key in the car thread.' >:-)
M O N I
My Dearest
Moanie, How am I keeping up with the threads I can while on the road? Why I pull off the road at the nearest exit occasionally so I can check on what terrible things you are saying about me while I'm busy driving. That way I can keep an eye on not only you Loni but my other friends also. I'm sorry to have to tell you this dear, but you are not my whole world. I mean like the other seven ladies I am trying to meet this trip. You're just one of my pack of admirers. You'll have to get in line for my attentions. There is a good chance you'll wind up being the last one I meet with provided I can find the time.
Love you dearly Nonni or whatever,
Hugs,
Laurie
Quote from: ElizabethK on June 19, 2017, 04:21:08 PM
Compared to locking your keys in the car, this a makeover is going to be a walk in the park, in your case we should also send a carer to make sure you don't get lost in the park and they could probably help you when you need to take that jacket off that does up at the back with the arms that wrap around you and ties in the back... Problem is I think they are only made for straight people ??? ;D
Hi Liz!!
I thought you might have gotten lost or held captive for final clearing at your electrologist.
Yes, locking my keys in the truck was traumatic and I thank you for your concern over my welfare. Though it was a rough patch they did not have to deploy "the jacket". I've been behaving for so long now that I almost miss hugging myself in that jacket. btw if you haven't tried the padded room yet I highly recommended it. I wish they would change up the decor though, stark while just isn't esthetic at all, but the room itstelf is so soft and plush one just cannot hurt oneself and you can sleep anywhere in it.
I'm sorry Liz, your keyboard must be acting up again as I couldn't quite make all what you were saying out again. Was it something about enjoying the majestic views? I could see it started with an "m" but the rest was pretty garbled.
Well I hope all is well there with you down under. btw Have you heard from Cindy recently?
Hugs,
Laurie
Quote from: RandyL on June 19, 2017, 11:34:52 PM
Laurie,
Enjoy the fishing. I've heard that fish are afraid of men. Just sayin'.
Randy
Hi Randy,
Jim and I did enjoy the fishing. I should have worn my bikini top so I could work on proper burn lines. My neck is sun burnt, as are my arms, and lower legs. I can feel it today. My feet are bruised from walking on the rocky creek beds not to mention my legs are sore from all the uneven ground walking. If I had worn my swim suit I would have been more appropriately dressed for the swim across the river to retrieve a hung up lure.
Oh yeah the fun part... We did catch several fish consisting of perch, sunfish, catfish, bass, white bass, and a walleye. We kept one catfish Jim caught that was about 7 lbs, the walleye I caught also about 7 lbs and 2 of the white bass. The two biggest fish were 24-25 inches. All the ones we brought home have been filleted and frozen for later meals. So it was a fun, tiring, productive day.
We ate BBQ rib steaks with mashed potatoes an string beans cooked with bacon. So far I've had to cook my own brunch yesterday and today for Peggy and myself. ( they don't get moving early enough for a breakfast. This morning was a scramble with eggs, bacon, chorizo, sliced onion and rainbow bell peppers. I think I spoil Peggy when I visit as she doesn't eat breakfast usually.
What's on the agenda for today I don't yet know. It going to be another warm day up about 90 degrees so this afternoon will probably be another river trek with fishing poles. I'm going to need a vacation to rest up.
Hugs,
Laurie
I'm glad you are having fun Laurie and I hope the rest of your trip is fun too.😊
Quote from: Julia1996 on June 20, 2017, 12:12:42 PM
I'm glad you are having fun Laurie and I hope the rest of your trip is fun too.😊
Thank you Julia,
Yes, it's being mostly fun so far. Maine is only about 1600 miles further down the road but It'll probably be well over 2000 miles before I get there if I go up the upper peninsula of Michigan to say hi to a cousin on the way. Moni is only 1200 miles .... I could be there in a day...
I hope you are doing well also Julia.
Hugs,
Laurie
Quote from: ElizabethK on June 19, 2017, 04:21:08 PM
Compared to locking your keys in the car, this a makeover is going to be a walk in the park, in your case we should also send a carer to make sure you don't get lost in the park and they could probably help you when you need to take that jacket off that does up at the back with the arms that wrap around you and ties in the back... Problem is I think they are only made for straight people ??? ;D
Liz,
I love how the crazy one on here started as me and has migrated to Laurie. Glad you see it too. Keep up the good work. I will have my butterfly net ready if she ever gets here. She stops at every exit to see who is talking about her. Classic paranormal, that one!
Moanie Dog gone it she has me doing it now! Moni
Quote from: Laurie on June 20, 2017, 11:27:54 AM
My Dearest Moanie,
I'm sorry to have to tell you this dear, but you are not my whole world. I mean like the other seven ladies I am trying to meet this trip. You're just one of my pack of admirers. You'll have to get in line for my attentions. There is a good chance you'll wind up being the last one I meet with provided I can find the time.
Love you dearly Nonni or whatever,
Hugs,
Laurie
So you admit you have other targets beside me. Watch out girls, and for heaven sake hide her keys. It seems to slow her down.
Moni
Sounds like Missouri has been great so far! So glad you are enjoying the visit with your friends & had a successful day of fishing.
Quote from: HappyMoni on June 20, 2017, 01:06:59 PM
So you admit you have other targets beside me. Watch out girls, and for heaven sake hide her keys. It seems to slow her down.
Moni
Moni moani moanknee,
I do have other ladies to meet with, yes. But you, my dear, are my only target.... so far. Now if I possessed a passport......
Hugs,
Laurie
Quote from: Laurie on June 20, 2017, 01:56:45 PM
Moni moani moanknee,
I do have other ladies to meet with, yes. But you, my dear, are my only target.... so far. Now if I possessed a passport......
Hugs,
Laurie
Oh god no...(runs for cover)...somebody please tell me she hasn't got a passport :o :o
Quote from: Laurie on June 20, 2017, 11:42:03 AM
Hi Liz!!
I thought you might have gotten lost or held captive for final clearing at your electrologist.
Yes, locking my keys in the truck was traumatic and I thank you for your concern over my welfare. Though it was a rough patch they did not have to deploy "the jacket". I've been behaving for so long now that I almost miss hugging myself in that jacket. btw if you haven't tried the padded room yet I highly recommended it. I wish they would change up the decor though, stark while just isn't esthetic at all, but the room itstelf is so soft and plush one just cannot hurt oneself and you can sleep anywhere in it.
I'm sorry Liz, your keyboard must be acting up again as I couldn't quite make all what you were saying out again. Was it something about enjoying the majestic views? I could see it started with an "m" but the rest was pretty garbled.
Well I hope all is well there with you down under. btw Have you heard from Cindy recently?
Hugs,
Laurie
"Spoke" with Cindy briefly via messages earlier in the week and she is not the most comfortable but as usual has her positive attitude working overtime...She has not lost that slightly bizarre sense of humour that's for sure LOL...Just ask her what wrong with her neck...make sure you have no hot liquids anywhere as you are apt to spill them.
So I got a call from my Electrologist yesterday as I headed out the door for my treatment saying her Rabbit was sick and we had to cancel the session...this is the second time she has, as they say in the car industry, had a "Budgie Story" for cancelling an appointment. She is far better than anyone else I have used and the results speak for themselves which is why I put up with it...but to be fair she has also waited for 25 minutes because my injecting Dr was running late so yes it is irritating but that is about all...Glad to hear you are safe and well despite the odd mishap..
Stay safe
Quote from: ElizabethK on June 20, 2017, 07:08:41 PM
"Spoke" with Cindy briefly via messages earlier in the week and she is not the most comfortable but as usual has her positive attitude working overtime...She has not lost that slightly bizarre sense of humour that's for sure LOL...Just ask her what wrong with her neck...make sure you have no hot liquids anywhere as you are apt to spill them.
So I got a call from my Electrologist yesterday as I headed out the door for my treatment saying her Rabbit was sick and we had to cancel the session...this is the second time she has, as they say in the car industry, had a "Budgie Story" for cancelling an appointment. She is far better than anyone else I have used and the results speak for themselves which is why I put up with it...but to be fair she has also waited for 25 minutes because my injecting Dr was running late so yes it is irritating but that is about all...Glad to hear you are safe and well despite the odd mishap..
Stay safe
Liz,
Did she happen to mention how tall the rabbit was?
Moni
Glad Cindy is still kicking a**.
Quote from: HappyMoni on June 20, 2017, 08:38:06 PM
Liz,
Did she happen to mention how tall the rabbit was?
Moni
Glad Cindy is still kicking a**.
...why do I get the feeling I am missing something here......no she didn't actually mention how tall the bunny was....
Why? do you ask my eminent sage ;)
Quote from: ElizabethK on June 20, 2017, 07:08:41 PM
"Spoke" with Cindy briefly via messages earlier in the week and she is not the most comfortable but as usual has her positive attitude working overtime...She has not lost that slightly bizarre sense of humour that's for sure LOL...Just ask her what wrong with her neck...make sure you have no hot liquids anywhere as you are apt to spill them.
So I got a call from my Electrologist yesterday as I headed out the door for my treatment saying her Rabbit was sick and we had to cancel the session...this is the second time she has, as they say in the car industry, had a "Budgie Story" for cancelling an appointment. She is far better than anyone else I have used and the results speak for themselves which is why I put up with it...but to be fair she has also waited for 25 minutes because my injecting Dr was running late so yes it is irritating but that is about all...Glad to hear you are safe and well despite the odd mishap..
Stay safe
Liz,
Yes you are still safe as I still do not have a passport.... yet
Thank you for the update on Cindy. I grow concerned when I don't see her posting. Rabbit huh? Any further info regarding said alleged hare? She seems to be overly preoccupied with hair doesn't she? Well I hope your all come out properly. The one youn want removed that is.
Hugs,
Laurie
Quote from: ElizabethK on June 21, 2017, 12:52:57 AM
...why do I get the feeling I am missing something here......no she didn't actually mention how tall the bunny was....
Why? do you ask my eminent sage ;)
Liz,
It's really nothing to worry about. Moni has probably lost track of Harvey again and is looking for him.
Hugs,
Laurie
Hint;
http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0042546/
Quote from: Laurie on June 21, 2017, 01:08:34 AM
Liz,
It's really nothing to worry about. Moni has probably lost track of Harvey again and is looking for him.
Hugs,
Laurie
Hint;
http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0042546/
Oh Dear if that is the case then she is further "gone" than we suspected...
Well I struggle from my bed to find that the gender political structure of the USA is being inexorably changed by the travelling Wilb-Lauries.
"Hi cutie, I've locked my keys in the car can you help me please :-*" Even I haven't resorted to that excuse; well I hadn't but I thought I'd give it a try, and then I remembered that I hadn't put my speech valve in and had to smile take the 'lost' keys out of my purse and retreat from the parking lot. But we won't talk about that; he wasn't that cute anyway.
As Liz said I have been dealing with some pain issues and had to see my surgeon who took some delight in explaining that since my neck tissue had been heavily irradiated that repairing my surgical wounds took effort in establishing good skin to skin grafts.
When I asked if that was why my shoulders where now next to my ears and my boobs where my tonsils should be he nodded his head wisely (and with considerably more nod than I have) and replied, "Yep we stitched your head on really tight." I expressed gratitude that I could not laugh it off as he gave me a script for pain killers and an appointment for some physiotherapy.
My first physio appointment went well and I have been taught how to 'Kiss the Giraffe, look for Lions and watch for snakes.' That the Physio was cute and had decided that I have the IQ of a 6 year old took me by surprise until I realised that I may have babbled about six foot rabbits. hares, balding chihuahuas, budgies and butterflies while being massaged.
Oh well back to work.
"Even I haven't resorted to that excuse"
Say what? You lit your own house on fire to meet firemen! :laugh:
Hugs, Devlyn
Quote from: Cindy on June 21, 2017, 04:14:49 AM
Well I struggle from my bed to find that the gender political structure of the USA is being inexorably changed by the travelling Wilb-Lauries.
"Hi cutie, I've locked my keys in the car can you help me please :-*" Even I haven't resorted to that excuse; well I hadn't but I thought I'd give it a try, and then I remembered that I hadn't put my speech valve in and had to smile take the 'lost' keys out of my purse and retreat from the parking lot. But we won't talk about that; he wasn't that cute anyway.
As Liz said I have been dealing with some pain issues and had to see my surgeon who took some delight in explaining that since my neck tissue had been heavily irradiated that repairing my surgical wounds took effort in establishing good skin to skin grafts.
When I asked if that was why my shoulders where now next to my ears and my boobs where my tonsils should be he nodded his head wisely (and with considerably more nod than I have) and replied, "Yep we stitched your head on really tight." I expressed gratitude that I could not laugh it off as he gave me a script for pain killers and an appointment for some physiotherapy.
My first physio appointment went well and I have been taught how to 'Kiss the Giraffe, look for Lions and watch for snakes.' That the Physio was cute and had decided that I have the IQ of a 6 year old took me by surprise until I realised that I may have babbled about six foot rabbits. hares, balding chihuahuas, budgies and butterflies while being massaged.
Oh well back to work.
Oh my gosh, we should all bow to you, the master of the humorous post, Cindy. The Traveling Wilb-Laurie comment, I love it. I have to argue a couple of things. Your IQ is much higher, maybe that of an 8 year old, maybe 9. The rabbit is 6 foot 3 1/2 inches tall. (Let's stick with the facts here.) And the Chihuahua is hairless, not bald, but I really don't want to split hairs. I did not initially recognize the mating habits of the Traveling Wilb-Laurie in the wild. It is a wondrous thing to behold, I would imagine. I only wonder if she told the fish she caught about her key trauma. Hope you feel better. Keep on flirting with those therapists.
Moni
Quote from: Devlyn Marie on June 21, 2017, 05:42:31 AM
"Even I haven't resorted to that excuse"
Say what? You lit your own house on fire to meet firemen! :laugh:
Hugs, Devlyn
But I'm innocent it was her over there ->
{Ok what's it worth not to talk about stuff? We can do a deal here I won't talk about the roof space invading Aardvark if we forget the stalking floor cleaning instrument}
These people are nuts just smile.
That aardvark was vicious. It needed killing. >:-)
Gesnork, gesnork, gesnork, gesnork
Opps, sorry... Blonde moment
Celebrating the first day of summer :icon_chick: Love you all - Hugs
Yes, happy summer! I have a Sawzall and grinder. We should turn Laurie's truck into a convertible. Also a solution next time she locks herself out.
Liz, your electrologist canceled after being injured by their 6 foot 3-1/2 inch rabbit. Rabbits won't sit still for 2 hours of electro-shock hair removal without one of Laurie's road trip brownies. (Note I didn't say hare removal - that would have been really bad).
Quote from: Kendra on June 21, 2017, 08:02:03 AM
We should turn Laurie's truck into a convertible.
I think Laurie's truck is actually a transformer that morphs into a 6 foot 3-1/2 inch rabbit. Watch out Moni, if you see Harvey again make sure it's not Laurie's truck in disguise. ;D
Peace and love and all that good stuff,
Sadie.
You're all nutters, glad to find a place where I fit in ;D
Morning folks,
After reading everything since the "Where in the World is Cindy" update from Liz I have arrived at the considered conclusion that you are all nuts with Cindy obviously setting the standard you all follow. I want to thank you all for reaffirming for me that I am the normal one posting in the thread. I had begun to question myself in light of recent events but now know there are others that are far more in need of therapy than I.
Kendra, You stay away from my truck with that sawzall and grinder of your. A convertible may be nice most places in the country and surely would resolve future key adventures for me but once I returned to the pacific northwest it would become a portable bathtub and the would not be a good thing. Then again I could probably stack it with the fish Jim and I are catching and stop bruising the bottoms of my feet from walking on all those creek bottom rocks. Think may need a bit more thought as it does have merit.
Speaking of fishing, Jim and I went creek walking again yesterday and I work my bikini top w/o shirt most of the time with cutoffs that I shortened further to make them appear more gender appropriate. The suntanning wasn't very effective as Jim too me to a creel that was well shaded. perhaps well get better sun wherever we go today.
Oh right ...fish. Yes we did catch a fair amount of fish yesterday but the were mostly pretty small consisting of perch, sun fish, small and largemouth bass so we didn't bring any home. Walking in the water did help provide some relief from the 90 degree heat.
I hope everyone managed to catch their respective beasts in the menagerie let loose in this thread recently so it will be save to venture out once again.
Once again I was pressed into service as a breakfast chef for Peggy. It's the price I'm forced to pay in order to come visit my friend Jim. This morning I cooked her a breakfast fajita/tostata. I melt butter in a fry pan and put a flour tortilla in it, then 2 mixed and seasoned eggs on top of it ,covering while the eggs set. Next is a layer of fajita meat (usually leftover at at home) that I cooked first with rainbow bell peppers and onions. That is covered with grated cheese and finished with salted sliced tomato. Cover again and cook until cheese is melted then serve.
Hugs,
Laurie
Ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha! Ha ha ha ha ha ha! Breath, ha ha ha ha ha ! Wait, catching breath! Oh Cindy, I must take back what I said about you being the tops for most humorous post. It is actually Laurie, with her, ha ha ha, get this... "I am the normal one." post. I thought I was gonna have to give Harvey a paper bag to stop him from hyperventilating, he was laughing so hard. Save the 'whopers' for your fish stories Laurie.
Moni ;D :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
Watched QI (stands for quite interesting) on telly last night and one of the questions was about the average or normal person. A fact that does not exist. example take 2000 peoples statistics and work out the average and you will never find any one to fit so that makes us all normal then or is that raving normal????? Roadster pick up , that's cool , bet I see one this weekend at the Hot Rod meeting that I am going to (mini road trip, 30 miles) so camping, cooked breakfasts, barbies (home made kebabs) and pushing the boundaries of coming out. Well if some bloke can wear tattoos, ear grommets and dreds should be no prob if I wear sandles with painted toe nails, finger nails , rings and sparkly ear studs. No fishing though------
Quote from: Laurie on June 19, 2017, 09:18:58 AM
It was a nice lunch. Thank you Jane.
I had a good time too. Next time you're back in Denver we must do it again. As for blending in you did great. Just another classy retired gal is all I could see.
Quote from: Laurie on June 21, 2017, 12:02:56 PM
This morning I cooked her a breakfast fajita/tostata. I melt butter in a fry pan and put a flour tortilla in it, then 2 mixed and seasoned eggs on top of it ,covering while the eggs set. Next is a layer of fajita meat (usually leftover at at home) that I cooked first with rainbow bell peppers and onions. That is covered with grated cheese and finished with salted sliced tomato. Cover again and cook until cheese is melted then serve.
We'll I can see now that we missed the boat, or the creek bottom, when we didn't force Laurie to make breakfast.
I'll have to try a variation on this for breakfast tostadas.
Randy
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Quote from: RandyL on June 22, 2017, 05:51:26 PM
We'll I can see now that we missed the boat, or the creek bottom, when we didn't force Laurie to make breakfast.
I'll have to try a variation on this for breakfast tostadas.
Randy
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Your better off not having her to fix breakfast. If she did, she would have made a meat eaters breakfast with eggs on the side after the dinner you served her. The carnivore in her wouldn't be sleeping for long.
Laurie, I'll take my eggs sunny side up, with hash browns, and sausage. Please make sure my orange juice is cold. Oh, and no pulp.
Moni
Morning paper too dear, if it's not too much trouble.
Quote from: RandyL on June 22, 2017, 05:51:26 PM
We'll I can see now that we missed the boat, or the creek bottom, when we didn't force Laurie to make breakfast.
I'll have to try a variation on this for breakfast tostadas.
Randy
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Hi Randy,
it should be very easy for you to adapt the meal to one the fits in with your cuisine. If you nee any details on it I'll be glad to share how I cook anything that I make.
Hugs,
Laurie
Quote from: Dena on June 22, 2017, 06:40:51 PM
Your better off not having her to fix breakfast. If she did, she would have made a meat eaters breakfast with eggs on the side after the dinner you served her. The carnivore in her wouldn't be sleeping for long.
Ahhh Dena you know me so well. I got right back into the carnivore mode w/o any trouble at all. Randy's vegetarian meals were good to eat but they did not have a lasting effect on me.
Hugs,
Laurie
Quote from: HappyMoni on June 22, 2017, 09:21:39 PM
Laurie, I'll take my eggs sunny side up, with hash browns, and sausage. Please make sure my orange juice is cold. Oh, and no pulp.
Moni
Morning paper too dear, if it's not too much trouble.
Loonie,
Are ye daft lady? You know better than that. If your lucky I might, just might bring you some plain instant oatmeal but I wouldn't count on it Sweetie.
Hugs,
Laurie
Quote from: Laurie on June 22, 2017, 11:56:29 PM
Ahhh Dena you know me so well. I got right back into the carnivore mode w/o any trouble at all. Randy's vegetarian meals were good to eat but they did not have a lasting effect on me.
Hugs,
Laurie
I know the type. My roommate was bacon/sausage, potatoes/toast and eggs nearly every morning. We would buy eggs at Costco in the 5 dozen package and never had them go bad on us. Normally her eggs were fried and mine an omelet.
Quote from: Laurie on June 22, 2017, 11:56:29 PM
Quote from: Dena on June 22, 2017, 06:40:51 PM
Your better off not having her to fix breakfast. If she did, she would have made a meat eaters breakfast with eggs on the side after the dinner you served her. The carnivore in her wouldn't be sleeping for long.
Ahhh Dena you know me so well. I got right back into the carnivore mode w/o any trouble at all. Randy's vegetarian meals were good to eat but they did not have a lasting effect on me.
Hugs,
Laurie
Good! Because if I get ahold of you, we're eating steak. :)
Hugs, Devlyn
Quote from: Devlyn Marie on June 23, 2017, 11:36:17 AM
Ahhh Dena you know me so well. I got right back into the carnivore mode w/o any trouble at all. Randy's vegetarian meals were good to eat but they did not have a lasting effect on me.
Hugs,
Laurie
Good! Because if I get ahold of you, we're eating steak. :)
Hugs, Devlyn
Hi Devlyn,
Should I plan on a dinner visit then? I like mine rare. Medium rare is okay too but if it's well done it's been burnt.
Hugs,
Laurie
Quote from: Dena on June 23, 2017, 12:24:43 AM
I know the type. My roommate was bacon/sausage, potatoes/toast and eggs nearly every morning. We would buy eggs at Costco in the 5 dozen package and never had them go bad on us. Normally her eggs were fried and mine an omelet.
Hi Dena,
Yep, you got me pegged though I try cutting down on the carbs (operative word there is "try").
This morning I cooked up the rest of the fajita meat as you do for fajitas, seasoning, onions, peppers, scrambled some eggs with Scarborough fair ( parsley, sage, rosemary, and thyme ) salt and pepper. I served them with heated flour tortillas, a sprinkle of cheese and a few hot chili peppers on the side.
While here I've cooking more for brunches due to the late times we all have been getting up. By the time we drink our coffees it's 9:00 or later.
Hugs,
Laurie
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Morning folks,
Still here in Missouri with my friends. I'm as comfortable here as I am at home. I wear what I want here and have been in some state of presenting female most of the time. I fear their neighbors probably think my friends have three people visiting though they can see only only at a time. I've been outside in the yard presenting male. I've been out presenting female in my wig. And I've been out presenting sort of female and sort of not with combinations of male and female attire without my wig. So they see blond hair and a bald top or a baseball cap. So the neighbors probably don't know what to think, and you know something? I don't really care.
Jim and I have been out walking the creeks everyday fishing with varying levels of success. It doesn't really matter if the fish are large or small as long as we catch fish. Which we've done everyday. Today we are probably not going for a couple of reasons. First is that it's supposed to rain and second all the walking in wet shorts have taken it's toll on the tops of my inner thighs and caused some painful chaffing that need to have a day or so to recover. My lower back and bruised feet could use a day off also. I have already finished ruining the old shoes I brought with me as the sole in front tore loose from the upper on one of them. I had to use part of my shoe lace to tie it up so I could continue fishing that day. Yesterday we went to Dollar General and bout me another pair to ruin.
I have been fishing in female mode sans wig (ball cap instead) with cut off blue jeans and my bikini top. Proof posted below) We only see a few people when we first get to where we are going to fish and when we come back to the car. I have a little bit of bikini top tan starting to show. The sunblock we have works pretty darn good and I haven't burned and except on my fore arms and lower legs from the first day we went and I didn't use any. I was in male mode that day.
Well that's all for this update. I hope all are well and are enjoying their own life adventures.
Hugs,
Laurie
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Laurie,
You can keep the fish but by Monday I will be ready to eat your food pictures right off the computer.
Moni
No oatmeal, french toast maybe.
Quote from: Laurie on June 23, 2017, 12:35:44 PM
Hi Devlyn,
Should I plan on a dinner visit then? I like mine rare. Medium rare is okay too but if it's well done it's been burnt.
Hugs,
Laurie
Dinner is exactly what I have in mind. Whenabouts are you making the East Coast?
Hugs, Devlyn
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
Quote from: HappyMoni on June 23, 2017, 04:45:02 PM
Laurie,
You can keep the fish but by Monday I will be ready to eat your food pictures right off the computer.
Moni
No oatmeal, french toast maybe.
Oh, I'm sorry Dear, would you care to see a menu? I may be able to find you one with your food choices though I usually cater to those with more discriminating tastes.. May I suggest Fruit Loops or Lucky Charms? with a side of banana slices?
Laurie
Evening folks,
Today was a break from fishing in order to recuperate. It was spent quietly in kick back mode and once the rain clouds blew away the clear sky and bright sunlight afforded some time in the yard pretending to work on my bikini tan. I know, I know, it's a lost cause. That alabaster skin that almost never sees the light on day will never tan. It only turns bright red for a few days then peels back to the stark white underneath. But the lounging in the sun did feel good and I can at least say I tried. The proof is below.
Still trying to figure when I should leave here and which direction I should head first. My choices are northeast to the UP in Michigan or east to Altoona, Pa. I'll figure it out eventually.
Hugs,
Laurie
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Nice catch Laurie, the big catfish looks like our prime minister ;D
Looks like you're really enjoying yourself girl, It's been kind of quiet around here without you but I guess you'll makeup for it when you get back. Have fun for the rest of the trip.
Peace and love and all that good stuff,
Sadie
Don't worry Sadie, she'll MAKEOVER any trace that she's been gone when she gets back. You can't keep a good mouth woman down.
Moni
Quote from: Shy on June 24, 2017, 04:42:46 AM
Nice catch Laurie, the big catfish looks like our prime minister ;D
Looks like you're really enjoying yourself girl, It's been kind of quiet around here without you but I guess you'll makeup for it when you get back. Have fun for the rest of the trip.
Peace and love and all that good stuff,
Sadie
Awww I've been missed. Thank you Sadie.
'Tis true I've been busy visiting my friends here. I usually get up before they do and make coffee, sort my pills for the day, then have a cup or two while checking the forums and facebook. Once Peggy gets up it's fetch her a cup and start slaving away over a hot stove preparing another culinary delight for her and I. Somewhere along the line Jim wakes (they both are not what you would call early risers) and I bring him his cup, creamer and the coffee pot. (By this time it's the second pot, Peggy and I having demolished the first) Then it's back into the kitchen and finish cooking whatever delight I'm cooking.
I think it will be an omelet this morn filled with the last of the open package of chorizo I brought with me, peppers, onion, and lots of cheese of course. Perhaps I'll add a bit of tomato somewhere. Something to leave Peggy drooling in anticipation of my return. I do believe she is spoiled by my visits. Once breakfast is over it's cleanup and relax a bit while Jim figures out what we will be doing to abuse my body again in the afternoon and starts getting things together to go do it. This is another opportunity to check the forum for a short bit to see what I should respond to. Unfortunately due to time constraints it usually is limited to this thread and "That Woman's". Others have been sorely neglected, especially my greeting duties of the newcomers. Such is life on the road.
Yes, I did mention Peggy would have to wait for my return for more delectable delicious delights. I've decided I will be on the road once again tomorrow. (Yes, Connie or Bonnie, whatever you are going by today, I coming for you) I will be heading to Altoona, Pa from here to visit my sister's daughter and great nephew I have never met. I'll visit a day or so and probably meet a transgender friend of hers. Once I leave there I'll head to Sunbury for lunch with Amber Waves if I can get it arranged.
My plans from there are to head for Maine (The original main objective of this sojourn) with a stop for dinner with Devlin & company either on the way there or on the flip side. I've given her the choice. That should put me right on schedule for the "Moanieca Hunt". I'll be shooting for the event to be held on Friday the 30th. I've heard she should be coming out of her misery by then and hope I will be able to put an end to her suffering once and for all. I'll have to use extreme caution though, you know what they say about confronting an injured or cornered animal....
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.
Well the Peggy is up and the Jim is awake, both have been served their coffee so I better get in the kitchen.
More to come later.
Hugs,
Laurie
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. ;D
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. ;D
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
>:-) 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 >:-)
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. ;D ;D ;D
OHhhhhh Boooonnie.... I'm getting closer..
Hugs,
Laurie
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? :laugh:
Hugs, Devlyn
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? :laugh:
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
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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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
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
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! :laugh:
Hugs, Devlyn
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
Don't forget to get a bag of carrots for that waskely wabbit
I have a great idea! Why don't we all pool up and send Laurie on a UK Wrecking Tour to visit Davina? >:-)
If I had the money I would come and pester sorry I meant visit you all
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!
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
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
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
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.
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.
See, I'm not falling for the whole traumatization spiel. I have meat ready for the carnivore, and besides, I'm The Devyl.
We know who isn't going to be safe up here. >:-)
Hugs, Devlyn
Quote from: amberwaves on 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.
Hi folks
Lunch with Amber & co. was another very enjoyable event. Due to her bringing her body guard and numerous witnesses I was forced to be satisfied with a few hours of good conversation. I did get the meeting documented with a picture but forgot to ask permission to post it. Sigh
Hey moodie, I am several hours closer. I hope the Clyde conversion went smoothly so you are feeling good when I catch up with you. I am coming for you.......
Hugs,
Laurie
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Quote from: Devlyn Marie on June 27, 2017, 05:47:00 PM
See, I'm not falling for the whole traumatization spiel. I have meat ready for the carnivore, and besides, I'm The Devyl.
We know who isn't going to be safe up here. >:-)
Hugs, Devlyn
Meat? Good charred meat? I can dmell it from here. I am on my way. I'm somewhere in Pennsylvania still. Haven't located any moanys yet though.
Hugs,
Laurie
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You can get charred meat if you want. I'm going to lure mine to the table with a handful of hay. :laugh:
Hugs, Devlyn
Quote from: Laurie on June 27, 2017, 06:37:14 PM
but forgot to ask permission to post it.
You can post the picture.
Quote from: Devlyn Marie on June 27, 2017, 06:43:58 PM
You can get charred meat if you want. I'm going to lure mine to the table with a handful of hay. [emoji23]
Hugs, Devlyn
I was thinking of char on the outside, the indife can still moo.
Laurie
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Quote from: amberwaves on June 27, 2017, 06:46:12 PM
You can post the picture.
Thank you Amber. I will when I can connect eith my laptop.
Oooops, stopped for gas. Went to get back in and, you guessed it, door was locked again.
I had to reach through the window I rolled down before I got out and unlock it. (I could have used the key I took out of the ignition and put in my pockey too) See I'm learning. ..
Hugs,
Laurie
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Moany got lucky. Somehow I lost Pennsylvania and found Vermont so I turned right before New Hampshire and am heading south towards Pennsylvania again. I know it's down there somewhere. Btw I'm in Massachusetts and getting closer.
Hugs,
Laurie
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Quote from: Laurie on June 28, 2017, 01:45:57 AM
Moany got lucky. Somehow I lost Pennsylvania and found Vermont so I turned right before New Hampshire and am heading south towards Pennsylvania again. I know it's down there somewhere. Btw I'm in Massachusetts and getting closer.
Hugs,
Laurie
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No wonder you lose your keys.
In case you lose it, your head is the lump between your shoulders that sticks up vertically (mine has a zip around the base but that is uncommon).
Quote from: Laurie on June 28, 2017, 01:45:57 AM
Moany got lucky. Somehow I lost Pennsylvania and found Vermont so I turned right before New Hampshire and am heading south towards Pennsylvania again. I know it's down there somewhere. Btw I'm in Massachusetts and getting closer.
Hugs,
Laurie
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Even after I spent all that time drawing you a map you still get lost.
Peace and love and all that good stuff,
Sadie
Quote from: Cindy on June 28, 2017, 02:52:46 AM
No wonder you lose your keys.
In case you lose it, your head is the lump between your shoulders that sticks up vertically (mine has a zip around the base but that is uncommon).
Hi Cindy
A zipper? The only one of those I can find is at the tops of my legs... It's not that one is it? That one can't see over the steering wheel. Ate you sure you have yours on straight?
Hugs,
Laurie
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Quote from: Shy on June 28, 2017, 03:06:29 AM
Even after I spent all that time drawing you a map you still get lost.
Peace and love and all that good stuff,
Sadie
Hi Sadie,
Your map was so pretty i framed it and hung it on my bedroom wall. Besides it got fark and I couldn't see Pennsylvania anymore. So I tried using the directions That Woman sent me. I should have known they weren't any good when they said toclick my ruby red slippers together 3 time while saying " There's no place like home"
That didn't work either. 'sigh'
Hugs,
Laurie
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Kansas is flat and I wish I wasn't. I am counting days until I can join your HRT club.
Quote from: Kendra on June 28, 2017, 09:57:25 AM
Kansas is flat and I wish I wasn't. I am counting days until I can join your HRT club.
Yes, Kendra, it surely is, but Kansas isn't where you you are right? If I recall you are in Chahallis. I hear they are taking applications for the hrt club. Have you put yours in?
Hugs,
Laurie
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Well, I think I found a Devlyn burrow but rumor has it the Devyl has left the building. I shall find a spot to lie in wait for her return.
Hugs
Laurie
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I live in Kirkland across the lake from Seattle. I also have a house in Eastern Washington State, small town of Roslyn - the 1990s television show Northern Exposure was set there as Cicely Alaska. My band plays at the Brick Tavern couple times a year. A band member owns the Roslyn Cafe with the moose mural on the wall. For a small town Roslyn is surprisingly open and diverse - the first African American mayor in Washington State was elected there in 1974.
But the town I am originally from - Arlington, Washington State - that's a different story. Might be ok today but in the 1970s that place was textbook redneck. I responded by accelerating school to get the heck out of there - graduated high school and entered the University of Washington (engineering and music) when I was 15.
Shhhh I'm lying in wait for a Devlyn.
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I wonder if the Devlyn ever went down to Georgia.
Quote from: Laurie on June 28, 2017, 12:33:07 PM
Shhhh I'm lying in wait for a Devlyn.
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Watch it Devlyn she's waiting for you and she knows how to fillet things, and I don't mean a bra ;D
She might wait for it to get "fark" first before she pounces. Yes, for some strange reason she pronounces dark "fark" much like she calls Moni, Mon-Knee. Very odd, i'm sure she's Welsh. Next she'll be calling Pennsylvania "Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch" No wonder she gets lost poor thing ;D
Peace and love and all that good stuff,
Sadie
She's like putty in my hands...after I promised her a steak! We're headed to Boston!
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Well don't you two ladies just look amazing. Have fun in Boston girls!
Peace and love and all that good stuff,
Sadie
looking hot girls,mines medium rare with pepper sauce------------
Looking marvelous, ladies--enjoy Beantown!! :-*
Looking good, ladies! :)
Next victim, assume the position. Laurie is on her way to you! :laugh:
She's a hot ticket and we talked up a storm on the way in and out of Boston.
Hugs, Devlyn
How's the Salmon out that way?
You have better salmon out there. You can't beat the North Atlantic for cod, haddock, and lobster, though. I can make miracles with a fresh piece of cod.
Hugs, Devlyn
Lobster gonna make me drool, but cod is pretty darn tasty too
Maybe I should go buy some butter and dream on it
I must say that for a funny sounding Boston gal that devylish Devlyn is one fine catch. She gave me one heck of a fight, walking me all over beantown working up and appetite berfore being landed in a fine restaurant. Prime fillets, mashed potatoes, asparagus were had by all. Pallets were whetted with hot buttered rolls and delish chowda. I believe what eventually wore her down though was my incessant chatter.
I have to give the rough edged citified Devlyn four thumbs up (Don't worry minihooha moni won't notice a couple more missing parts) on wining & dining.
Thank you for a very enjoyable afternoon an evening Devlyn.
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I haven't made it into Maine yet. Heck, I didn't make it out if Massachusetts yet. (I'm so close, I can smell it)
My full tummy needed a nap. Nap over.... I'm on the road again.
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There really is a place called Maine!! I claim this land in the name of the United States of America. Bring me lobster
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She reached the promised land! I couldn't have asked for a better dinner partner. If you come this way again we're going to Provincetown. :)
Hugs, Devlyn
"rough edged, citified" .....that's got a ring to it! :)
Quote from: Devlyn Marie on June 29, 2017, 06:12:22 AM
She reached the promised land! I couldn't have asked for a better dinner partner. If you come this way again we're going to Provincetown. :)
Hugs, Devlyn
"rough edged, citified" .....that's got a ring to it! :)
You have a deal Devyl errr I mean Devlyn
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Stopped in to see SadieBlake for a few hours. She is another fine example of the good people to be found at Susan's place. I thoroughly enjoyed our conversation as I have with each person I've met so far.
4 more to meet. p you're next I think. Tomorrow hopfully early enough to leave time to go hunt muoinis or whatever that woman is calling herself now.
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You off to the poor old dogs wake? Buried 6ins under in sacred ground .
Quote from: davina61 on June 29, 2017, 04:29:51 PM
You off to the poor old dogs wake? Buried 6ins under in sacred ground .
Yep, Davina, I hope to bag me a Moauni, tomorrow. Going hunting a p first if I can find one.
Hugs
Laurie
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Ready for my breakfast date in Franklin Park,NJ. Why isn't this diner open yet? I might as well take a nap.
Hugs,
Laurie
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I met with my biggest fan p for breakfast. She's a pretty and intelligent lass. We enjoyed a good breakfast frought with good conversation. She politely listened to this mean rotten old broad ramble about herself. After breakfast we moved venues to a local park for more talk and a couple pictures. All too soon she had to leave for work so we parted ways.
On the bright side. .. Moanous mini I coming to get you. Let loose the hounds! The hunt has begun!
Hugs,
Laurie
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So wonderful meeting you for breakfast, Laurie! I was sorry to have to run. And I didn't even get your autograph! ;)
We chatted up a storm over classic Jersey diner fare, and Laurie sampled some Pork Roll (/Taylor Ham for those in north Jersey), the local delicacy. Laurie has such a great outlook on life and has had a ton of interesting experiences. I think we could have chatted for a couple more hours easily.
Last I saw of her, she was locked & loaded and headed for Moni. Watch out!
I ran into a slight problem in the hunt for my prey. It tirns out That Woman Myani chose a decidedly hunter hostile recovery location. After many fruitless attempts to locate a secure base camp for my operations (probably could have used a different word) I was forced to admit defeat. That wiley woman had out foxed me. Then after attempting to tender my letter of surrender she sends word that she wasn't even out of the hospital yet. (That woman , Mhony, needs to work on her adherence to schedules)
Armed with this new tactical data I quickly reassessed my strategy and hopped back aboard my trusty steed and the hunt was once again on.
I tracked her to her lair in the hodpital and found Moanycka defended by three formidable foes. Though outwardly very nice individuals they collectively were too much for this seasoned hunter. I was unable to bag my prey. I' m not sure that wasn't a good thing given the deteriorated condition the prey was in. I obviously had seen better days and was displaying frequent grimaces of discomfort.(though they could have been a ruse to throw me off my game)
Mindy sadely wasn't the only in in sad shape. It is with heavy heart I report to you this day the demise of Clyde. I seach for his remains but That Woman had hidden then well. I a demonica moment of triumphant glee she presented me with what appears to be the last known remnants of Clyde in the form of a flattened and decorared caricature of a minature penis. Such is the depths she will go to taunt me with her victory.
After magmonously conveying all of your hugs and congratulations, I hung my head in prayer for the world as I unleashed her once again upon the wotld and let her valiant defenders convey her to her recovery burrow un New Hope. Als the hunt for Minihooha Moni is over.
Down the road I go to meet what is probabaly the last two denizens of Susan's Place ( MaybeBaby and Georgette) before turning my trusty westward towards home.
Hugs'
Laurie
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Laurie that's an epic statement, with surgical precision any way you cut it.
Quote from: Kendra on July 01, 2017, 11:18:34 AM
Laurie that's an epic statement, with surgical precision any way you cut it.
Well you know me I couldn't just say I saw what's her name and leave it at that
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I just left a pretty lady after talking her ears off. MaybeBaby lives high in the sky with a very nice view. Again I had a very good time visiting with her. She made me feel welcome as have everyone I have met with. It is interesting hearing each's stories and sharing experiences.
Onward I go.
Hugs,
Laurie
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Tonight I will light a candle in honour of the late great Clyde, he will be sadly missed. Sara
Quote from: coldHeart on July 01, 2017, 05:22:13 PM
Tonight I will light a candle in honour of the late great Clyde, he will be sadly missed. Sara
Do not mourn for Clyde, as he is now in a better place. Well, places...
;D
Glad you met your nemesis Laurie. Seriously girl you're gonna be for it when the anaesthetic wears off ;D
Have fun for the rest of the trip, stay safe and watch out for that Georgette, rumour has it she's gonna be dragging you out to a night club so she can film your dance moves and post them on youtube. :icon_dance: :icon_dance: :icon_dance:
Peace and love and all that good stuff,
Sadie
Quote from: Shy on July 02, 2017, 03:56:46 AM
Glad you met your nemesis Laurie. Seriously girl you're gonna be for it when the anaesthetic wears off ;D
Have fun for the rest of the trip, stay safe and watch out for that Georgette, rumour has it she's gonna be dragging you out to a night club so she can film your dance moves and post them on youtube. :icon_dance: :icon_dance: :icon_dance:
Peace and love and all that good stuff,
Sadie
Unfortunately Sadie, due to some miscommunication, scheduling problems, and timing issues Georgette and I were not able to meet up. As I was heading out of town We did have a bit of conversation via phone. So it wasn't s total miss. Pethaps sometime in the future I will once again overcome my aversions towards big cities and masses of humanity to try again to meet in person. For this trip I had passed my maximum exposure level and had to escape.
Headig out of town I entertained backtracking to try to visit "That Woman" again along with one more visit with my number one fan p aka Patty. But alas doing so would again require another excursion into areas of too many cars, people, and too tight quarters for both my trusty steed and me. Sorry miss Manico (or whatever) and Patty I opted for the road west, my niece's place(as promised) and a hot shower.
I arrived about dark, slept well on her comfortable couch and will stay again tonight. Tomorrow I'll head west again and need to decide if I am going to the Michigan U.P. to say hi to my rarely seen cousin. She does not yet know I am transitioning do that could be interesting.
Another update when I have something to relate.
Hugs,
Laurie
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O will Ne hlad ehen uou get bacccl to your compyter as to msny spellinh mistypws on youe phonr
Davina is typing Welsh!
Sorry cant help it my sense of humour gets the better of me, noticed Lauries typos and now Monies doing it after her visit!!!!!!
Quote from: davina61 on July 02, 2017, 03:21:59 PM
O will Ne hlad ehen uou get bacccl to your compyter as to msny spellinh mistypws on youe phonr
Ohhh so you all noticed I am phone typing challenged? Actually I would class it more as retarded. * sigh *
I try though to keep you all informed.
sorry... Hugs,
Laurie
Quote from: davina61 on July 02, 2017, 03:52:31 PM
Sorry cant help it my sense of humour gets the better of me, noticed Lauries typos and now Monies doing it after her visit!!!!!!
The difference Davina, is "that Woman" has an excuses.... she's on drugs. I didn't have that excuse. (she wouldn't share)
Hugs,
Laurie
Quote from: Laurie on July 01, 2017, 01:16:04 PM
I just left a pretty lady after talking her ears off. MaybeBaby lives high i the sky with a very nice view. Again I had avery good time visiting with her. She made me feel welcome as have everyone I have met with. I is interesting hearing eachs stories and sharing experiences.
Onward I go.
Hugs,
Laurie
It was a pleasure to meet you, Laurie. It think your road trip is pretty amazing! But where is our picture you said you would post?
With kindness,
Terri
Quote from: Maybebaby56 on July 02, 2017, 06:24:24 PM
It was a pleasure to meet you, Laurie. It think your road trip is pretty amazing! But where is our picture you said you would post?
With kindness,
Terri
Hi Terri,
I just got to where I could use my laptop so I can post pictures now.
see? You and I as advertised
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Thank you for letting me share some of your life and listen to some of your story. I had a good visit with you and hope all goes will with you in the future.
Hugs,
Laurie
Hi folks,
Here are pictures of those I met that gave me permission to post pictures of them and myself. But first proof that I made it to in Maine in girl mode.
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Here is p (Patty) and I
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Devlin already posted a picture of us.
Here is Amber (Amberwaves)
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Randy I goofed and didn't get a picture. ( I may drop in on the way home to fix that)
And I think I posted this one of Jane Emily already but she deserves another one.
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There ya go ladies. Thank you all for allowing me to be a small part of your stories, for being a part of mine, and being my friends. You all made this road trip more fun and worthwhile.
Love you all.
Hugs,
Laurie
COOL!!! Laurie and friends, thank you for posting photos. An epic road trip like no other.
I hear Maine copied Oregon and named a city after Portland. :P
Quote from: Kendra on July 02, 2017, 09:29:11 PM
COOL!!! Laurie and friends, thank you for posting photos. An epic road trip like no other.
I hear Maine copied Oregon and named a city after Portland. :P
That's obviously true. I have been to both now and prefer Oregon's
Hugs,
Laurie
Hi Laurie, have you chosen your return route yet. We live in northern Colorado about sixty miles south of I80. Let us know if you will be taking I80 home and we could meet up with you in Cheyenne or Laramie. - Anne
Quote from: Anne Blake on July 03, 2017, 11:56:11 AM
Hi Laurie, have you chosen your return route yet. We live in northern Colorado about sixty miles south of I80. Let us know if you will be taking I80 home and we could meet up with you in Cheyenne or Laramie. - Anne
Hi Anne,
I would love to try and make that happen. At this point in time I am thinking of returning home by that general route. I say general because I can tend to wander and explore non big interstate highways. I've even been known to roam on dirt roads between destinations. I could likely come to you. I warn you it probably won't happen within the next week.
I started this trip to Maine to complete my goal of having been in every state and have done that. But the highlight of the trip has been visiting all of the wonderful ladies I've been able to meet with. Had I not had all of you to meet with I probably would have done this trip in girl mode. All my travel time and visits have been en femme and it has been helping me a lot. Thank you all.
I checked and find it hard to believe I have been on the road for 4 weeks come tomorrow. And what a month!
Hugs,
Laurie
I oh see how it is, post pictures of only those you left no bruises on. I told you I wasn't gonna prosecute. Ok, be that way.
Moni
Quote from: HappyMoni on July 03, 2017, 05:36:10 PM
I oh see how it is, post pictures of only those you left no bruises on. I told you I wasn't gonna prosecute. Ok, be that way.
Moni
Oh did I miss one?
Quote from: Laurie on July 03, 2017, 05:55:05 PM
Oh did I miss one?
I guess posting pictures of Clyde wasn't enough for you know who...
Here is the picture of Moni and I that I missed.
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I hope you are HappyMoni now.
Loves ya Girl. I'm glad I did get a chance to visit you, Anne , Suki and yes I forgot your brothers names and I'm sorry for doing so But yes your brother too.
Hugs,
Laurie
Quote from: HappyMoni on July 03, 2017, 05:36:10 PM
I oh see how it is, post pictures of only those you left no bruises on. I told you I wasn't gonna prosecute. Ok, be that way.
Moni
Yeah, it's you and me, Moni. I guess your bruises are worse than mine though. Glad to see your sense of humor is returning. Take care!
Randy
Quote from: RandyL on July 03, 2017, 08:19:51 PM
Yeah, it's you and me, Moni. I guess your bruises are worse than mine though. Glad to see your sense of humor is returning. Take care!
Randy
Hey Randy, we going to get that picture we forgot in about a week?
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Quote from: Laurie on July 03, 2017, 10:53:51 PM
Hey Randy, we going to get that picture we forgot in about a week?
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No more bruising encounters for me! We're leaving the country!
Ok, so this was planned months ago -- going to visit our son in Singapore. I
am bringing a cute new top I just got -- maybe I can find the courage to wear it in Indonesia, where we'll be Scuba diving.
Safe drive home!
Randy
Laurie
Looks like you had some trip. So sorry we could not meet. When I saw your post to my phone, My mind was not working well, Didn't get up till noon on Friday and it takes awhile for my brain to work, Was only out/up till 3 am the night/morn before.
Friday and Saturday nights can get busy for me, Singing Dancing and some Drinking till the wee hours. Last week was busy, out for TUE thru SUN nights. Plus some of the day stuff, Movies Groceries Clothes shopping 1/2 hour Electrolysis (Oh my as a woman ages we get some growth of hairs on chin and lip). Hope this week will be easier.
At least 2 movies Groceries give blood for doctor appointment.
I guess Maybebaby (Terri) and I move in different circles, as much time as I go thru Alexandria.
Georgette
Quote from: RandyL on July 03, 2017, 11:04:25 PM
No more bruising encounters for me! We're leaving the country!
Ok, so this was planned months ago -- going to visit our son in Singapore. I am bringing a cute new top I just got -- maybe I can find the courage to wear it in Indonesia, where we'll be Scuba diving.
Safe drive home!
Randy
Have a great trip and good visit. Tell your better half I said hello.
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I guess I should have mentioned I made it back to my niece's place in Altoona (perhaps I did I'm too tired to remember atm) I spent a couple nights there and took her to dinner both nights. I left there yesterday evening and made my way back to south eastern Missouri today stopping for a visit with and internet friend I had never met IRL (seemed like the thing to do....) We talked a few hours and then I left to continue to my friends in western Missouri and just made it about 15 minutes ago. I parked and went inside to find lights and TV on but no one home. They are out eating. So I've brought my things in and made myself t home as I usually do. It was a long drive here and I had to sto several time to give myself a break. I've learned sleeping while driving isn't a sound practice. It could even be considered hazardous.
I've driven over 6000 miles on this trip so far and still have 2000 more to go before I make it home. Another milestone is that I have been in girl mode this whole trip while traveling and have been in male mode only twice. Since heading east from my stop at my niece's to meet Amber and everyone else I've been in girl mode continuously. I expect to remain in girl mode until I get home. After that who knows?
I will relax here for several days and I'm sure there are more fish for Jim and I to catch in the streams nearby.
Hugs,
Laurie
Quote from: Laurie on July 04, 2017, 09:39:35 PM
> I have been in girl mode this whole trip while traveling and have been in male mode only twice
You go girl!!! Easier with each mile isn't it.
Quote from: Laurie on July 04, 2017, 09:39:35 PMI have been in girl mode this whole trip
While I am sure that meeting so many forum friends IRL tops the list, this has to be right up there with it. WTG, sister!
What's happened in that photo Laurie, has moni been eating those bloody cookies again, hope she's never seen that film " misery" speedy recovery moni
Hugs Sara
Good to see you have made it as far as you have but just thought I would remind you of something
You went from this
Quote from: Laurie on January 25, 2017, 04:16:15 PM
............How I long for a day when I can feel comfortable shopping for myself in the women's departments. I still have to cull my girly possessions due to limited hiding space. Yes, I am still very much in the closet. Very few people know about my proclivity for female things............
To thisQuote from: Laurie on July 04, 2017, 09:39:35 PM
......I've driven over 6000 miles on this trip so far and still have 2000 more to go before I make it home. Another milestone is that I have been in girl mode this whole trip while traveling and have been in male mode only twice. Since heading east from my stop at my niece's to meet Amber and everyone else I've been in girl mode continuously. I expect to remain in girl mode until I get home. After that who knows?......
In 6 Months...you have a come a long way my friend...you should never ever doubt your ability to succeed at anything you set your mind to. In your haste to escape the dreaded makeover has had you out and about as yourself. Mission accomplished I would say and with an A+ passing grade.
Hugs
Liz
What a road trip Laurie :icon_rockon: When's the movie coming out? ;D
Tight lines and drive safe you crazy, mixed up whirlwind of chaos you. Thanks for sharing, it's been fun :icon_dance:
Peace and love and all that good stuff,
Sadie
Quote from: coldHeart on July 05, 2017, 06:57:03 AM
What's happened in that photo Laurie, has moni been eating those bloody cookies again, hope she's never seen that film " misery" speedy recovery moni
Hugs Sara
No Sara,
I take no credit this is how Maonie looked in the picture. She did that to herself. I was so taken back by the poor condition of my prey I decided not to do any future have in my per suit of her and left her to either perish in peace or recover to once again hunt her down again when she can again be a viable challenge.
Hugs,
Laurie
Quote from: Shy on July 05, 2017, 09:46:40 AM
What a road trip Laurie :icon_rockon: When's the movie coming out? ;D
Tight lines and drive safe you crazy, mixed up whirlwind of chaos you. Thanks for sharing, it's been fun :icon_dance:
Peace and love and all that good stuff,
Sadie
Hi Sadie,
I am glad to have been able to share this wonderful experience with all of you here. It isn't over yet either. I still have the opportunity to meet with Anne in Colorado when I decide to continue on my way home. I'll also take her suggestion and travel another route up over the continental divide where I have yet to experience.
And sometime after I make it home I will coordinate a visit with Kendra. She will make it 10 of Susan's denizens I will have met due to this adventure. I never expected so many ladies would want to meet me IRL
It's been a great trip so far.
Hugs,
Laurie
Quote from: Laurie on July 05, 2017, 10:03:56 AM
No Sara,
I take no credit is how Maonie looked it the picture. She did that to herself. I was so taken back by the poor condition of my prey I decided not to do any future have in my per suit of her and left her to either perish in peace or recover to once again hunt her down again when she can again be a viable challenge.
Hugs,
Laurie
Wow after viewin that picture two things come to me. One, why did I ask her to post it. Two, maybe my memory might be a little clouded and maybe she did kick my butt. The question also comes up, does Laurie tour every year? I say we gang up and give her no choice. Do I hear the sounds of a mob starting? Get the torches and pitchforks!
Moni
Guess what Laurie, I am starting to be able to see the computer again. You are in for it now.
Quote from: HappyMoni on July 05, 2017, 11:42:30 AM
Wow after viewin that picture two things come to me. One, why did I ask her to post it. Two, maybe my memory might be a little clouded and maybe she did kick my butt. The question also comes up, does Laurie tour every year? I say we gang up and give her no choice. Do I hear the sounds of a mob starting? Get the torches and pitchforks!
Moni
Guess what Laurie, I am starting to be able to see the computer again. You are in for it now.
LMAO Moanynika,
I saw the condition you were in and took pity on you. You were in no condition to put up any sort of defense so I let you be. I decided that given enough time you may heal into the formidable foe I had envisioned when I started the Mayony hunt. Alas you were no challenge at all.
As far as my travels go I embark upon them when the mood to do so hits me and the bank account has had time to recover from the last one. I've been on the road twice this year and at least twice last year. I even thing it was twice the year before that.
I do not see that changing anytime soon and have another in mind for the upper portion or Michigan which I decided not to do this trip. So you there is a possibility I will darken your doorstep once again if you heal enough to present a challenge.
Hugs,
Laurie
We don't have to make this harder than it really is. Organized tours shouldn't be required. Do what I did, nail some meat to a tree. Laurie will find you. :laugh:
Hugs, Devlyn
Lube job on the pickup when you get back then. Girl mode you go for it
So glad the trip continues to go well, Laurie! It's so fun to see your pictures--and I am noticing that you seem to be ;D SMILING ;D a lot more these days. Have a great time in Missouri!
:-*
Patti
Think you need to get that pick up in for a good service when you get back home, Davnia's a wizard with the spanner's plus she's order to lube you up Laurie or was that the truck.
You do realize moni that woman while you were with the faries has planted a homing device were Clyde came from! Your never be safe now. Sara
Quote from: coldHeart on July 05, 2017, 06:28:57 PM
Think you need to get that pick up in for a good service when you get back home, Davnia's a wizard with the spanner's plus she's order to lube you up Laurie or was that the truck.
You do realize moni that woman while you were with the faries has planted a homing device were Clyde came from! Your never be safe now. Sara
Hi Sara,
I do hope you are doing okay. I haven't been able to keep an eye on you like I usually do so you best be behaving.
Yes my pick up has been telling me I need to change the oil for several days now. I should reset the counter I suppose. I so dislike machines telling me what to do. I still have about 2000 miles to drive before arriving home. Have been 6000 so far.
Hugs,
Laurie
Quote from: ElizabethK on July 05, 2017, 07:19:23 AM
Good to see you have made it as far as you have but just thought I would remind you of something
You went from this
............How I long for a day when I can feel comfortable shopping for myself in the women's departments. I still have to cull my girly possessions due to limited hiding space. Yes, I am still very much in the closet. Very few people know about my proclivity for female things............
To this
......I've driven over 6000 miles on this trip so far and still have 2000 more to go before I make it home. Another milestone is that I have been in girl mode this whole trip while traveling and have been in male mode only twice. Since heading east from my stop at my niece's to meet Amber and everyone else I've been in girl mode continuously. I expect to remain in girl mode until I get home. After that who knows?......
In 6 Months...you have a come a long way my friend...you should never ever doubt your ability to succeed at anything you set your mind to. In your haste to escape the dreaded makeover has had you out and about as yourself. Mission accomplished I would say and with an A+ passing grade.
Hugs
Liz
I have to apologize to Liz for not responding to this post reminding me of where I was 6 months ago. Reading it was a emotional experience for me. I remembered how uncertain and fearful I was at the beginning of this journey. I don't think I even knew where I was going with this HRT thing. And here 6 months later I've made a lot of friends in Susan's. Friends that I owe for helping me to get to this point I'm at today. I have come out to almost all the people I felt a need to tell personally. I'm on this road trip where I've been myself almost exclusively. I'm coming to accept myself as really being a woman named Laurie and I'm blown away by it. I am not completely there but I am a far cry closer to it than I ever imagined.
Reading this reminder from Liz brought me to tears, another indication of the changes I'm going through. I was overwhelmed with emotion of where I was and what I've gone through to where I am now. It just kind of hit me. I'm really doing this. it's real. It is no longer a wish I've had almost as long as I remember. And it feel right. I feel good about myself finally. There are no regrets.
Thank you Liz. Thank you, everyone for your help in making Laurie a reality.
Hugs,
Laurie
Hi folks,
Been kicking back here in Missouri with my friends. Went fishing with Jim and his sone two days ago walking the creek until after dark. The day was off and on cloudy with rain paying us visits several times. I gave up all attempts on staying at least partly when I got caught in a downpour while standing out in the middle of the creek in waist deep water. I just said "what's the use" and kept fishing. We caught a good number of smaller fish, saw 3 snakes one fairly fat and over 3 feet long, and a deer.
Yesterday we didn't do a lot as the day was cloudy and out fishing clothes were refusing to dry. Yes we go wading in the creeks and get all wet but at least we start out dry. Anyway we hung out around the house until suppertime when we all got in the car to go have dinner at Smiths. I had a salty version of blackened catfish, mashed potato and gravy, a salad and roll. Afterward it was off to Walmart for a few things and had to endure Jim and his son picking out all sort of girly things they though would be good for me to wear from sporting good to shorts and tops, shoes and nail polishes. I have to say they ideas of what I need are not anything near my ideas.
One really nice thing that all three of them did without asking or previous discussion, during the whole outing they referred to me as Laurie and she/her. I was touched by their consideration.
It looks like I need to go don my bikini top and the rest of my fitchin attire as it appears Jim and I are going wading again today. I better put on the sunscreen though as it's supposed to be in the upper 90s today. I'll be working on my tan lines.
Have a great day everyone.
Hugs,
Laurie
Power to your rod and hope you catch some thing big enough to barby , your friends are great more reason to go full time sunshine!!!! Its hot here 30+C today and welding my bus again,rather have my feet in a creek
Quote from: davina61 on July 07, 2017, 03:37:50 PM
Power to your rod and hope you catch some thing big enough to barby , your friends are great more reason to go full time sunshine!!!! Its hot here 30+C today and welding my bus again,rather have my feet in a creek
I'll take the creek.
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Salty blackened catfish with mash I think not, i bet it tastes as bad as it sounds, stick to chips Laurie.
Sara
Quote from: coldHeart on July 08, 2017, 04:41:09 PM
Salty blackened catfish with mash I think not, i bet it tastes as bad as it sounds, stick to chips Laurie.
Sara
But it was good Sara. The fish was pretty salty but good and well mashed taters and gravy is always good.
Hugs,
Laurie
Hi folks,
Just thought I'd let you know the adventure continues tomorrow. I've already tendered my notice here so that my friends could started looking for another breakfast cook. My feet are sore and I'm peeling from all the toasting I've gotten in this Missouri sun. For the first time I have some tan lines I never thought I'd have.
So probably tomorrow afternoon I will be heading on down the road heading for Colorado again with yet another of Susan's denizens as my target. This time it's Anne I have in my sights. I plan on another night on the road so I can have a good visit with her on Tuesday.
Once I leave there I will head for another cis friend in SE Idaho to may a service vist for both her and her Mom to check out their computers and see if I can clean up the garbage her Mom gets on hers and see if I can determine why Wendy's computer (I built for her) is overheating and see if there are any other issues with it. I told Wendy (and her mom and dad thanks to being on a speakerphone) about me transitioning on a previous phone call about her computer back when I began this road trip) All of them seem to be okay with my changes. I've told them I will be in girl mode for my visit so we'll see.
From there it is only one more day's drive for home an this road trip will come to an end but somehow I think my journey will continue much enriched from the experience I've had with all of you.
Hugs,
Laurie
Quote from: Laurie on July 09, 2017, 08:58:34 AM
From there it is only one more day's drive for home an this road trip will come to an end but somehow I think my journey will continue much enriched from the experience I've had with all of you.
I think this journey has covered a lot more distance for you than just from Oregon to Maine and back. Like any good road trip or vision quest, you are returning as a much different person. Well done!
When is your epic cross country transformation novel hitting the press, and can we expect a movie? ;D
I know I was enriched by meeting you and having a wonderful day on the town. :)
Hugs, Devlyn
I am not sure what to do with this new Laurie, folks. All the nice stories, her visiting everyone, her curing the sick with but one touch of a computer. I don't quite know how the heck I am to pick a fight with her in this atmosphere. I can't work in these conditions, people!
Moni
Quote from: KathyLauren on July 09, 2017, 09:06:07 AM
I think this journey has covered a lot more distance for you than just from Oregon to Maine and back. Like any good road trip or vision quest, you are returning as a much different person. Well done!
Hi Kathy,
Yes, I think you are right Kathy. I have a long way to go in accepting everything about this change in my life but on the other hand I have come quite a ways in doing so also. I have to thank everyone for wanting to meet me because if they had not I am sure I would have made this trip in male mode. Because these ladies wanted to meet me they were the inspiration for traveling in girly mode as I wanted to meet them all as Laurie. Each one was a stepping stone in my progress not only in my travels but also in my personal acceptance of myself. Talking with each and enjoying their company and kindred spirits did more for me than anything else has.
Now as I head home I am already thinking about my next road trip.... where to go.... should I get that passport I didn't think I would ever need?... Hmmm There time to thing about those things yet I suppose.
Hugs,
Laurie
See what I mean? Ridiculous!!!!
Quote from: Devlyn Marie on July 09, 2017, 09:13:58 AM
When is your epic cross country transformation novel hitting the press, and can we expect a movie? ;D
I know I was enriched by meeting you and having a wonderful day on the town. :)
Hugs, Devlyn
Dev,
My visit with you was indeed an adventure I shall remember a long time my funny speaking friend. You and Jane both dragged me out of my comfort zone and into public settings. I needed that.
Thank you both
Hugs,
Laurie
Quote from: HappyMoni on July 09, 2017, 10:00:44 AM
I am not sure what to do with this new Laurie, folks. All the nice stories, her visiting everyone, her curing the sick with but one touch of a computer. I don't quite know how the heck I am to pick a fight with her in this atmosphere. I can't work in these conditions, people!
Moni
Oh don't you worry Ninnie, Moaning oh heck whoever you are, Since you were in such sad shape when I tracked you down you were not challenge what-so-ever. I would get no pleasure from bagging you at that time and made up my mind on the spot to allow time for you to heal and gain strength before hunting you down once again.
I promise you now woman there will be another hunt if I have anything to say about it. The Moonie I saw was but a shell of the foe I expected to find. Next time will be better.
Tell your lovely partner and your brother and Suki I said hello and thank them all for the consideration they gave so I could visit have you to myself for my visit. That was so nice of them. I may not have met such considerate people before.
Beware the return....
Hugs,
Laurie
Laurie & moni, Thelma & Louise.
Quote from: coldHeart on July 09, 2017, 05:30:57 PM
Laurie & moni, Thelma & Louise.
There you go and Sara, plotting our eventual demise again. But it sure has been one heck of an adventure for both Moani and I.
Hugs,
Laurie
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Hi folks,
Well break time is over. I had a very good time here fishing and cooking breakfasts for my friends here in Missouri but it's time to be heading on down the road towards home.
Did you see that Anne I'm finally on my way to meet you in Colorado. I should be there on the morrow.
Down the road I go...
Hugs,
Laurie
Laurie, I got that and am looking forward to your visit. Did I get it right that giving you my address wouldn't be of help but that I need to nail some raw meat to the fence post?
Anne
Road kill squirrel should do it or a decent cheese burger
I'm not a vegetarian because I love animals. I am a vegetarian because I hate plants.
Quote from: Anne Blake on July 10, 2017, 12:36:10 PM
Laurie, I got that and am looking forward to your visit. Did I get it right that giving you my address wouldn't be of help but that I need to nail some raw meat to the fence post?
Anne
Honest to God, she was in my driveway like a Havahart trap when I got home from work.
It worked like a charm. :)
Hugs, Devlyn
Nail a piece of salty blacked run over chewed by wild dogs catfish thingy on her door, that gets Laurie's juices going.
Sara
Quote from: Kendra on July 10, 2017, 06:13:00 PM
I'm not a vegetarian because I love animals. I am a vegetarian because I hate plants.
I knew that about you. Animals have instincts and legs and can run away from
us when we look hungry. Poor plants can't go anywhere as some herbivore
bears down on them. Those poor peppers and tomatoes. Oh, the humanity! :laugh:
Hugs, Devlyn
Quote from: Anne Blake on July 10, 2017, 12:36:10 PM
Laurie, I got that and am looking forward to your visit. Did I get it right that giving you my address wouldn't be of help but that I need to nail some raw meat to the fence post?
Anne
I believe that was Devlyn's suggestion but I could be wrong. I do think addresses work equally well.
Hugs,
Laurie
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OMG You ladies sure can get carried away can't you? If you all keep it up you'll scare her and I'll have a harder time getting in.
Stopped in Salina to get a bite for the road and take my mefs and shot. Now at a rest stop on I-70 throwing the trash away responsibly and checked to see you nuts have gone nuts.
Less than 400 miles to go to meet my next victim.
Down the road I go....
Hugs,
Laurie
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You've turned into a great spectator sport, or a spectacle, Laurie. Congratulations on a road trip well done!
I'm off in Singapore on my family's own "road" trip. I've never sweated so much in my life! Interesting place however.
Have fun!
Love
Randy
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Quote from: coldHeart on July 10, 2017, 06:27:55 PM
Nail a piece of salty blacked run over chewed by wild dogs catfish thingy on her door, that gets Laurie's juices going.
Sara
Oh wow, Sara that sounds more. like good cat fish bait than a tasty meal. [emoji13] [emoji13] [emoji1] [emoji2] [emoji3]
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Quote from: RandyL on July 11, 2017, 05:08:15 AM
You've turned into a great spectator sport, or a spectacle, Laurie. Congratulations on a road trip well done!
I'm off in Singapore on my family's own "road" trip. I've never sweated so much in my life! Interesting place however.
Have fun!
Love
Randy
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Well, Randy, I am sure you are enjoying your road trip just as much as I am enjoying mine. Say hi to your Mrs.
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Quote from: Laurie on July 11, 2017, 07:41:10 AM
Well, Randy, I am sure you are enjoying your road trip just as much as I am enjoying mine. Say hi to your Mrs. for me and give her a hug too. Sorry we missed that picture of us together.
Hugs,
Laurie
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So my road trip is finally done after 3 extra days. We got home yesterday. How did I know I would find you all talking about food. Anne, beware, she looks tame enough but if you see that glint in her eye you better watch out, you might be on the menu.
Sara, if we were Thelma and Louise you know we would fight for who gets top billing right? Who's that cute girl in the avatar picture?
Randy I see you are fleeing the country for safety. Smart move.
Can you catch a girl up here? Did we hear from Cindy lately?
Kendra, when you were younger, were u scared by a movie called Little Shop of Horrors? "Feed me, Seymour!"
Moni
Welcome back Moni! Glad everything went well in spite of having Laurie show up. :P
Quote from: HappyMoni on July 11, 2017, 01:57:17 PM
> Kendra, when you were younger, were u scared by a movie called Little Shop of Horrors? "Feed me, Seymour!"
The talking trees at Dizzyland were even worse. (When I was little that's what I called Disneyland). Best with A-1 Steak Sauce.
Thank god your back moni ( I did light a candle in memory of poor old Clyde ) any way THAT WOMAN no names mentioned has been trying to over take the forums & has tried to ruin you goddess like status ( between me & you too much blacked catfish) hope your feeling better as you needed to get up to speed very quickly as the power is going ( that woman again) to her head, you've come back not a moment too soon moni.
Sara
Quote from: coldHeart on July 11, 2017, 06:01:16 PM
Thank god your back moni ( I did light a candle in memory of poor old Clyde ) any way THAT WOMAN no names mentioned has been trying to over take the forums & has tried to ruin you goddess like status ( between me & you too much blacked catfish) hope your feeling better as you needed to get up to speed very quickly as the power is going ( that woman again) to her head, you've come back not a moment too soon moni.
Sara
I have a goddess like stature if you consider Medusa is a god. U should have seen my hair after laying in bed a week. It took 3 ladies half an hour to detangle me. No lie. I am thrilled to be back. Looks like you have been kicking butt on the boards, my friend. So proud of you.
Kendra, its rather ironic but since I started HRT I can't get enough of sausage. I know, let the jokes begin. I would have to find veggie sausage to turn vegetarian. The closest to being a vegetarian is me sitting on the couch watching TV all day. That's being a veggie isn't it?
Gosh, I hope Laurie ate before seeing Anne today.
Moni
Quote from: HappyMoni on July 11, 2017, 09:30:24 PM
Kendra, its rather ironic but since I started HRT I can't get enough of sausage. I know, let the jokes begin. I would have to find veggie sausage to turn vegetarian. The closest to being a vegetarian is me sitting on the couch watching TV all day. That's being a veggie isn't it?
On my trip back home after surgery, I reached the Denver airport about dinner time and I hadn't had any lunch. While I was in the hospital, I couldn't get enough food so I lost 5 pounds so I had developed a real appetite at the airport. My plane wasn't going to board for over a hour so I went looking for something to eat. Unfortunately the only thing I could find was a hot dog cart so I bought two. All the jokes from my youth flashed through my mind and though I got them down, they didn't sit easy in my stomach.
Quote from: HappyMoni on July 11, 2017, 09:30:24 PM
I have a goddess like stature if you consider Medusa is a god. U should have seen my hair after laying in bed a week. It took 3 ladies half an hour to detangle me. No lie. I am thrilled to be back. Looks like you have been kicking butt on the boards, my friend. So proud of you.
Kendra, its rather ironic but since I started HRT I can't get enough of sausage. I know, let the jokes begin. I would have to find veggie sausage to turn vegetarian. The closest to being a vegetarian is me sitting on the couch watching TV all day. That's being a veggie isn't it?
Gosh, I hope Laurie ate before seeing Anne today.
Moni
Yea, verily. How could we not? ;D
I like sausages in buns. >:-)
<running away>
Quote from: Devlyn Marie on July 12, 2017, 06:12:20 AM
Yea, verily. How could we not? ;D
I like sausages in buns. >:-)
<running away>
Sorry Devlyn, I never let the sausage touch my buns.
Quote from: Dena on July 11, 2017, 10:51:36 PM
On my trip back home after surgery, I reached the Denver airport about dinner time and I hadn't had any lunch. While I was in the hospital, I couldn't get enough food so I lost 5 pounds so I had developed a real appetite at the airport. My plane wasn't going to board for over a hour so I went looking for something to eat. Unfortunately the only thing I could find was a hot dog cart so I bought two. All the jokes from my youth flashed through my mind and though I got them down, they didn't sit easy in my stomach.
Dena,
You dirty girl, two hot dogs? You are ambitious! Where they foot longs?
Moni
Quote from: HappyMoni on July 11, 2017, 01:57:17 PM
So my road trip is finally done after 3 extra days. We got home yesterday. How did I know I would find you all talking about food. Anne, beware, she looks tame enough but if you see that glint in her eye you better watch out, you might be on the menu.
Sara, if we were Thelma and Louise you know we would fight for who gets top billing right? Who's that cute girl in the avatar picture?
Randy I see you are fleeing the country for safety. Smart move.
Can you catch a girl up here? Did we hear from Cindy lately?
Kendra, when you were younger, were u scared by a movie called Little Shop of Horrors? "Feed me, Seymour!"
Moni
Hey Meanie!!,
I'm glad you and your entourage had made it home and are feeling somewhat better. I knew I should not have spared you when I caught up with you, but in your slightly incoherent and emaciated state I could not in good conscience fo othewise. And now that you are recovering, you are intent on scaring off my future prey.
HA! You are too late.. In the case Anne (Tia as she is known by those in the know) is all too eager to have me visit. So eager in fact I was leery of accepting her invitation lest it be a cunning trap set for me. Even so I did enter her lair.... More on that later.
Hugs,
Laurie
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Quote from: Devlyn Marie on July 12, 2017, 06:12:20 AM
Yea, verily. How could we not? ;D
I like sausages in buns. >:-)
<running away>
What the heck???? You are all playing some strange version of hide the sausage? ? No, nevermind I don't want to know about it.
Laurie
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Just a quick fyi. I have escaped from Tia's lair after being held up for a night. (I hope it is okay to use Tia in place of Anne. I forgot to ask) ... More to come on this harrowing experience. Meanwhile I am making good on my escape. .... Down the road I go.
Hugs,
Laurie
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Quote from: Laurie on July 12, 2017, 11:48:33 AM
Hey Meanie!!,
I'm glad you and your entourage had made it home and are feeling somewhat better. I knew I should not have spared you when I caught up with you, but in your slightly incoherent and emaciated state I could not in good conscience fo othewise. And now that you are recovering, you are intent on scaring off my future prey.
HA! You are too late.. In the case Anne (Tia as she is known by those in the know) is all too eager to have me visit. So eager in fact I was leery of accepting her invitation lest it be a cunning trap set for me. Even so I did enter her lair.... More on that later.
Hugs,
Laurie
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What you didn't know is Anne is on my payroll as one of my henchwomen. (Check's in the mail Anne.) We go way back. Hope she was able to torment you a bit since I couldn't. I have tentacles all over, so beware.
How's the butt holding up with all this driving. Wondering whose is sorer, yours or mine.
Moni ca
So glad the entertainment channel is back, Laurie time to give your truck and yourself a rest after a life time adventure.
Quote from: davina61 on July 12, 2017, 03:21:01 PM
So glad the entertainment channel is back, Laurie time to give your truck and yourself a rest after a life time adventure.
Shhhhh it has been that Davina but don't tell anyone, I might want to do it again.
Hugs,
Laurie
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I think Tia must have slipped something in my water. I've been driving for hours and can't seem to find an end to this state and I know Wyoming wasn't that far away.
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Laurie I have tried to stay away from your travelogue here as I don't want to add to your weight and mileage on the road. And then, it seems we might consider some further shared journey's to the nether regions from our NW base here.
Please come visit again after you get home and we can pull out the maps. We both just did the east-west trip, maybe we look at going north-south next time? A trip through the Emerald City and on to Victoria and Vancouver BC?
That's it Tessa, get her! You know she is powerless to resist. As soon as she reads this, her eyes will glaze over and she will start talking like a zombie, "Road trip, road trip, road trip! Must go! Resistance is futile."
Moni
Does she even pull over for siren calls anymore??
Quote from: HappyMoni on July 12, 2017, 11:30:16 AM
Dena,
You dirty girl, two hot dogs? You are ambitious! Where they foot longs?
Moni
They were large but not foot longs. As I said, I was hungry and I knew that would be my last chance for food till breakfast the next day.
Found Wyoming
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Sorry girls, Deb and I had Laurie at our mercy but she was such a sad thing after failing to bag a Moni when she had her chance, she was a broken women. We had to give her food and rest and send her on her way to slowly heal from her missed opportunities......so sad.
Actually we had a delightful visit and enjoyed ourselves very much and appreciate her altering her travels to stop by. I do believe that it was the road kill we nailed on the fence post that let her find her way. Laurie, you are welcome back any time.
Anne (Tia Anne)
Well Hi again folks,
I finally got to a place (Idaho) where I am able to get my laptop on the internet to post a picture. I as mentioned I managed to engineer my escape from Tai and Debi. I believe I mention I was a bit leery of entering there den as they seemed a little too eager to get me there offering meals , a comfortable bed and a shower.
I was cordially greeted upon arrival by what appeared to be a happy loving couple and invited in. Just in case I left all my worldly goods in my trusty vehicle in case I needed to make a hasty retreat. We sat and visited for awhile I intended to only visit for a bit and then continue on my way. But then they dropped the ultimate lure (coached by their boss Maony no don't) knowing that it would likely be the bait that would snare me. They dangled the chance to meet another of Susan"s Place denizens later that evening for dinner. The hook was set and I was caught. I agreed to stay the night in order to meet this mysterious "other" woman...
Beware if you happen to meet these two in your travels. (This should be a wanted poster)
(https://www.susans.org/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2FG3GIO01.jpg&hash=15a9027a2e5261ab4587d3ff547e6c092a338017)
Well I was wined and dined for lunch at a local Mexican restaurant favorite of theirs and I must admit the food was very good there. We returned to their den for more polite conversations where I was grilled about my travels. More bait was offered in the form or a clean towel and washcloth in the bathroom. It was about this time that they told me the mysterious other woman would not be coming with us to dinner. By that time it was apparent I was not leaving any time soon. I was coerced into a dress for this outing by their example of being attired in skirts and blouses. Thus they managed to get me out in a public setting in a dress for the first my time ever. Such is the deviousness I encountered in these of two Meeni Moanie's henchmen. I was then enticed into another restaurant (Chili's) for a good meal of ribs and chicken. We return home once again I was interrogated by Tia and Debi. These conversations were not one sided as they willingly shared their lifestyle and experiences with me. No doubt in an effort to put me at ease so I would not be expecting the coup de grâce when it came. I must say this conversation was skillfully delivered and kept my interest and did allay my initial fears.
I guess I hadn't been fattened up sufficiently for I was shown to an attract comfy bed and we said our good nights and retired. awoke well rested and after a warm shower, refreshed. I was allowed to retrieve my portable pharmacy and sort my medications for the day before being rushed off to breakfast at what they described as their "Home" and as advertised everyone there appeared to know them and the service and food was delicious.
We got up to leave and went outside for a photo shoot. It was here that I realized that I was about to meet my end. We returned to the den and I proceeded to gather my things and say my good byes as I headed out to my trusty steed. I believe this quick action was what saved me from their clutches as it caught them unprepared. Thus I was able to depart unscathed.
In spite of their ulterior motives I found these two to be generous in their hospitality and friendship. Therefor I must thank them profusely for the food, tidy accommodation and shower. Had they not been under "That Woman's dastardly diabolical orders, I think we could become fast friends.
Here I present a couple more views of these two so you can keep them fresh in you minds and thereby avoind their clutches.
(https://www.susans.org/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2FM5OEH3q.jpg&hash=bae0a6d014e7fac35790f1eceb3412cd6998b368) (https://www.susans.org/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2FPuV7KG6.jpg&hash=80e47c0b1fbaa2037c1e55a2bcc8ba264a33cef6)
Hugs,
Laurie
All you seem to do is eat & fish! Next year road trip of Europe perhaps!.
Sara
I am not really sure what she has said, she used a lot of words and used that lovely sweet girl Moni's name in vain several times. But behind all that I think that she said that she enjoyed herself and thanked us. Is she getting soft and mushy after all those miles on the road?
Quote from: Anne Blake on July 13, 2017, 09:09:46 PM
I am not really sure what she has said, she used a lot of words and used that lovely sweet girl Moni's name in vain several times. But behind all that I think that she said that she enjoyed herself and thanked us. Is she getting soft and mushy after all those miles on the road?
Anne,
I don't know what she is talking about either. I think our friend is just a little road weary. I think she has a 'pair of noids' in that truck of hers if u get my drift. Love the pictures.
Moni
After two nights I was finally able to befriend Wendy's 3 guard dogs and engineered my escape from Preston, Idaho. If didn't know better I could believe that Moonika had gotten to her anf enticed her to waylay me. For whay nefarious purpose is anyone's guess.
Anyway I am once again on the road. . on a freeway, during daylight hours. ... No everyone knows that just isn't right. .. I feel a shortcut coming on. ..
Down the road I go
Hugs,
Laurie
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Sounds like you have had a few narrow escapes, keep on trucking homes a callin
She should sleep for a week when she gets home. There is no way I could do that trip. She's a strong one, that one!
Moni
230 miles to go. Hey Meini, do you think I could borrow your donut? I think I've bruised my tail bone.
Hugs,
Laurie
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Well folks I have arrived at home, I'll comment tomorrow.
Hugs,
Laurie
Nice to see you home safe and sound ;)
Quote from: ElizabethK on July 15, 2017, 02:41:22 AM
Nice to see you home safe and sound ;)
Thanks Liz, I'm tired but I had a wonderful time.
Hugs,
Laurie
Laurie,
I am glad you are home, I'll give you a few hours before I start instigating ya. By the way, whatever happened to Clyde. I had this picture in my head that he got ambushed by the feds and cut down by machine guns like in the movie. Is he in a trash can somewhere in Tuscaloosa?
Moni
Quote from: HappyMoni on July 15, 2017, 10:52:27 AM
Laurie,
I am glad you are home, I'll give you a few hours before I start instigating ya. By the way, whatever happened to Clyde. I had this picture in my head that he got ambushed by the feds and cut down by machine guns like in the movie. Is he in a trash can somewhere in Tuscaloosa?
Moni
Morning Lil' Miss Moniker,
Despite all the horrible things you have said about me and all the nastiness you have assigned to my ever so sweet person, I have realized the significance of poor Clyde's remains. Although you have never given Clyde the proper respect he deserved and have only plotted his demise, he was in fact an important part in your life. So much so that you my dear Moaner, would not be the woman you are today without his vital influence. (I know he is still playing an important part even if you chose to deny it).
No dear one, he has not been thoughtlessly discarded in a convenient trash can. Rather he has resided in my purse (occasionally brought out to share with others that can appreciate his significance). He will be kept safe until I can arrange for a proper resting place for him. One where he can be honorably displayed.
Hugs,
Laurie
Laurie, welcome home and - wow what an epic journey. So many memories. And the next time you momentarily wonder where your keys are, you will remember Burlington Colorado.
Glad you made it back in one piece Laurie :) Now stick half a cow in the oven or whatever you do for breakfast and have a good rest ;D It's been fun. :icon_dance:
Peace and love and all that good stuff,
Sadie
Quote from: Kendra on July 15, 2017, 11:44:55 AM
Laurie, welcome home and - wow what an epic journey. So many memories. And the next time you momentarily wonder where your keys are, you will remember Burlington Colorado.
OMG Kendra, I sure will. And don't you go thinking you are not a part of this road trip. You asked to be included and you will be. I put visiting you in my plans right away and we will get together very soon. You can bet on that and have my promise. I may even drag Tessa up with me if she is available to make a day trip.
Hugs,
Laurie
Quote from: Shy on July 15, 2017, 12:13:27 PM
Glad you made it back in one piece Laurie :) Now stick half a cow in the oven or whatever you do for breakfast and have a good rest ;D It's been fun. :icon_dance:
Peace and love and all that good stuff,
Sadie
Thank you Sadie,
It was a wonderful adventure and I am glad I started this thread for it so you all could share it with me if even just vicariously. It is by far the best road trip I have made to date.
Alas I was lazy this morning and only cooked breakfast sausage and fried eggs. Simple but still tasted good.
Hugs,
Laurie
Quote from: Laurie on July 15, 2017, 11:24:08 AM
Morning Lil' Miss Moniker,
Despite all the horrible things you have said about me and all the nastiness you have assigned to my ever so sweet person, I have realized the significance of poor Clyde's remains. Although you have never given Clyde the proper respect he deserved and have only plotted his demise, he was in fact an important part in your life. So much so that you my dear Moaner, would not be the woman you are today without his vital influence. (I know he is still playing an important part even if you chose to deny it).
No dear one, he has not been thoughtlessly discarded in a convenient trash can. Rather he has resided in my purse (occasionally brought out to share with others that can appreciate his significance). He will be kept safe until I can arrange for a proper resting place for him. One where he can be honorably displayed.
Hugs,
Laurie
Why am a picturing the scene from The Godfather where the movie magnet wakes up to a severed horse head in his bed? AAAAAAAGH AAAAAAAAGH AAAAAAAAAGH!!!!!
So, Laurie, what is the grand total of people you killed visited?
Moni
Quote from: HappyMoni on July 15, 2017, 12:36:10 PM
Why am a picturing the scene from The Godfather where the movie magnet wakes up to a severed horse head in his bed? AAAAAAAGH AAAAAAAAGH AAAAAAAAAGH!!!!!
Never you mind Dear. Just get yourself healthy for our next encounter. Next time no quarter will be given....
Laurie
Quote from: HappyMoni on July 15, 2017, 12:37:59 PM
So, Laurie, what is the grand total of people you killed visited?
Moni
I met 10 friends I had never met IRL. 9 of those were from this forum.
I missed Georgette (due to scheduling issues) and Kendra for being a little inconvenient off the route home. I will meet with her shortly to fix that.
That leaves 3 others I already had met that I made stops at.
So after 32 days and over 8200 miles, I visited 13 and missed 2
Hugs,
Laurie
Jane
Randy
Amber Waves
Devlyn
Sadie Blake
p (Patty)
someone too sick to recognize
Terri
Anne (Tia)
I missed Georgette and Kendra
Beverly (a non forum friend)
My niece
My Mizzeri friends
Wendy (another non forum friend)
That's pretty epic, my friend.
I think I have been hallucinating.
Some story about a person leaving home and travels around america and meets heaps of weirdos.
I know that one "Easy Rider'!
I think after that movie there was some stone statue in the desert, a weird priest, a kid with a rotating head and projectile vomit.
The Moni Excorcist
Too many flash backs, it must be the pain meds.
Quote from: HappyMoni on July 15, 2017, 12:59:16 PM
That's pretty epic, my friend.
That my friend is a statement I will not argue with. It was wonderful and done in Laurie mode with only 2 events with non forum friends in guy mode before I met with Amber in Pa. on the way out.
It was wonderful.
Laurie
Quote from: Cindy on July 15, 2017, 01:22:49 PM
I think I have been hallucinating.
Some story about a person leaving home and travels around america and meets heaps of weirdos.
I know that one "Easy Rider'!
I think after that movie there was some stone statue in the desert, a weird priest, a kid with a rotating head and projectile vomit.
The Moni Excorcist
Too many flash backs, it must be the pain meds.
LOL Hi Cindy,
I've missed you. I've been kind of wrapped up in myself to keep track of everyone else and it will take some time to get caught up. I hope all is and has been well with you.
Love and hugs,
Laurie
Just an FYI for you all. I will be closing the book on this thread as this particular event in the life and times of Laurie comes to a close. I will add my own comments regarding the trip and leave it open for a few more days for other responses. I lieu of this thread I will be returning to my normal the regarding the life and times of Laurie "Here I go again and continue relating things there.
it can be found at
https://www.susans.org/forums/index.php/topic,220953.new.html#new
Laurie
Apart from the mini excursion any plans forming for road trip 2. Glad your back safely and the truck survived unscathed (goodjob moni was strapped to a bed) . Inspired me to do a road trip of my own next year, must get the panel finished!!!!
Quote from: davina61 on July 15, 2017, 03:42:24 PM
Apart from the mini excursion any plans forming for road trip 2. Glad your back safely and the truck survived unscathed (goodjob moni was strapped to a bed) . Inspired me to do a road trip of my own next year, must get the panel finished!!!!
Oh Davina I do hope you do a road trip to meet others yourself. My doing so was such a good experience for me.
It has help me more than I could have imagined.
Go for it.
Hugs,
Laurie
Hi Folks,
Well this road trip has come to a close, I've made it home. Late yesterday after getting my last fill-up which would enable me to drive the last stretch home I reflected on this wonderful trip and the wonderful people I had a chance to meet on it and I wanted to cry as I am now.
It was just another trip. Just one more of many I've made before. Yes it had a goal just as the others have had. The only one that made it special was that it would complete a long held goal of physically being it all 50 states of this United States of America. Not many can make that claim but now I can. That was my only goal. Yes, I planned on visiting my friends in Missouri and my niece in Pennsylvania and possibly a cousin in Michigan, but those are just normal things to do when I travel. Nothing special.
What began to make it special was when a dear friend I'd never met from these pages mentioned that she would love to meet me if there was anyway I could make it happen. This woman, Moni, even with the surgery of her life looming wanted to meet me. I resolved to do my best to make it happen. As usual though, my fear of commitment kept me from actually promising that I would. It is to Monica that I owe this wonder experience Without her I would not have thought of starting this thread by asking if there were others along my route that would also like to meet. The response was greater tan I expected and I was surprised and flattered that so many others were interested in meeting. It was almost overwhelming. Dang it I was going to have to do a little actual planning and scheduling in order to make it happen. Things I actively try not to do as I prefer the spontaneity of the moment when I travel, but again I resolved to try and make it happen.
Again had Moni not inspired this request to meet it would not have happened. Another thing her asking caused was the thought that I might meet a couple of you in Laurie mode. This was reinforced by Liz, Davina and Kathy urging me to leave the guy clothes behind. (As it turned out I could have done that.) I decided to leave here in girly mode thinking I could probably manage to meet with both Jane and Randy as myself. Which I did. Eating in a restaurant with Jane dressed as myself was a first for me. (One of several on this trip) I found that with someone being in public was not a difficult thing to do. Jane and those to follow were my security blankets. Talking with Jane allow the others around us to fade into the background and talking to her in person allowed us to share as this forum does not. Thank you Jane.
From there I enjoyed the hospitality at Randy's home for the evening and the morning. Randy and her better half made me feel at home and we shared many of our thoughts and feelings I almost could not believe the welcome openness to their home and lives they shared with me, a virtual stranger. Thank you Randy and Jacquie.
Having made it that far I decided another day in Laurie mode wasn't too much and continued my trip to Missouri full of (well maybe only a little) confidence. But then before I could escape Colorado there was that disturbing gas station incident. I did discover that I could survive being outed in public from it though. In Missouri among friend as myself for the first time I discovered I did not actually need my male clothes after the first day going fishing (in male mode) After that day I did not bother to Don my male persona. I did though one more time for dinner out with my niece in Pennsylvania after driving to her place as myself. Why I change then I do not know. By this time I had resolved to do all my traveling as myself.
I proceeding on to meet Amber and again had a security blanket making all okay in the public world as we ate and visited. Amber and her wife are very nice people in what appears to be a very comfortable relationship with each other. like randy and Jacqui it was refreshing to see couples still in love with each other in these difficult situations.
Then it was on to see "Devilish Dev" A whirlwind on the move and though she talks funny, she's a great host whisking me off to Downtown Boston via train keeping my distress caused by crowds and cities at bay by ever distracting my attention from them. The best security blanket this insecure lady could ask for. She's fun, confident and full of grace towards others. At the same time she's a rough edged New England scamp. What a combination. I'll not soon forget her and her generosity.
On to Maine and the fulfillment of my quest. Emotional with a feeling of accomplishment yet anticlimactic too. Maine is just another place with good scenery like all the rest. A place to say I have been. There was no other motivation or attraction. It was done.
Back to Massachusetts to hunt down the first of two late additions to my visit list. If she had requested it any later she would have been missed. Sadie. Sadie was a surprise as we hadn't really corresponded much at all on the forum. Sadie is not your typical mtf that I was expecting for no good reason. Sadie is my first gender fluid person with a female presentation to meet and talk to. I enjoyed our visit and she presented me with a different perspective on gender. Thank you for that Sadie.
Next was another public meeting with my #1 fan, p or Patty as I now know her. Had she not been available to meet for breakfast I may have missed her. As it was we only had 2 short hours to visit. From the very start she lived up to my image of her being my number one fan by waving at me excitedly from inside her car as she parked and giving me an enthusiastic hug as soon as she could all with a huge smile on her face. I asked but I still don't understand why she has become so enamored with me. She's a pretty young lady of 29 years with a bubbly personality and was a joy to visit with. I would have liked to have visited longer with her had her scheduling permitted. Thank you Patty.
Then it was time to visit "Her", my nemesis, my anticipated prey, That Woman, my foe, Monica. I was heartbroken I was going to miss here at the Gaia House where I thought she was due to the horrible location of the place. It is a quaint little tourist town, picturesque place with narrow streets and absolutely no place for visitors of those vacationing there to park especially if you drive a full sized crew cab pickup. It even took a couple miles to find somewhere to turn around. I suppose it is fine for those with small cars and reserved parking spots but for me it was decidedly hostile. If you read the rest of this then you know I was ready to leave without meeting Monica because of this. I was not happy but then after I had texted Monica my regrets I got a response from Anne her partner telling me they were still at the hospital and would be there long enough for me to visit. So I did get to meet the one responsible for me meeting all of you I did and culprit responsible for giving me the opportunity to have people to meet along the way dressed as myself. Being able to meet with Monica was the highlight of the meeting as I owed so much of this wonderful experience to her for the snowball she set in motion by asking to meet me in the first place. Meeting with her as a good friend grown from all of our banter was great but the results from that one expressed wish had a more profound affect on me. Thank you sooo much Monica.
After a good visit (for me, she was still in a lot of discomfort) I went on down to the DC area to try to meet with Georgette and Terri (MaybeBaby) This was the most stressful part of this trip for me. They are both in high population areas with altogether too many people and cars. Lots of buildings confusing roadways, narrow streets (many of them one way). In short everything about a city I do not deal well with. It did not take long for me to go into overload. It was afternoon when I arrived and got a hold of Terri and due to her scheduling I would have to wait for the morrow to visit. I don't think I attempted to contact Georgette at that time (I should have though) Any way I scouted the area (building stress) thinking of possibly getting a motel but opted to leave the area in search of a highway rest stop (did I mention I'm cheap when I travel) after finding a McDonalds and trying to get lost in the old city I fought traffic out of town about 20 miles out and found a crowded rest stop to spend the night in the morning I fought my way back into town, found the same McDonalds to get breakfast, tried contacting Georgette, Bought a couple tops, a pair of jeans and leggings at a nearby Costco and got a call from Terri telling me She could now visit with me. During that time I had a couple more failed attempts in contacting Georgette and wound up missing meeting her altogether due to sensory overload for me for too long, I needed to get out of there by then and sticking around another night was not going to happen. We did manage to talk on the phone for about 30 minutes though. Terri and I did have a very pleasant visit though in her high rise apartment. I has a very very nice view.Terri is a nice lady and is a bit apprehensive about her own pending GCS operation coming up soon. She's a sensitive loving lady that cherishes her two sons. It shows. Thank you for the visit and conversation Terri.
Having exhausted my visit list, and in crown distress I headed back to my niece's place as I had promised a couple more days visiting with her. It was somewhere about this time I got another visit request from Anne (Tia) back in Colorado or it may have happened after I got back to Missouri. So I added another to my list. From the onset she invited me to stay the evening with her and her wife Debi. I initially consented to just a few hours but was persuaded to stay the night by the prospect of meeting another of Susan's denizens that sadly did not happen.
But I got ahead of myself. I visited my niece going out to dinner en femme both nights and then returned to Missouri for more servitude as breakfast chef to Peggy and fishing abuse from Jim all en femme still. Several days of this and it was time to head back to Colorado and my stay with Tia and Debi. I found them to be gracious hosts and we went out for lunch, dinner and breakfast in the morning at their local favorite restaurants. I must say I enjoyed each meal they treated me to.and the conversations we had during the whole visit. Again it very very nice to see a couple staying together and working the trails out. Thank you Tia and Debi I really enjoyed your company.
Onward to Idaho to visit a couple niights with a non forum friend and look at her Mom's and her computers for a couple of minor issues. From there it was time to go home. Kendra had requested to meet and although I do want to meet her I knew that once I got that close to home again, home would be my destination. She is close enough that I will make a special trip to go visit her very soon. Sorry Kendra.
I've made a special point in thanking Moni as being responsible for causing this road trip to become something special for me and I feel she deserves the credit. But she is not the only one that has made this trip special. I owe each and every one of you that commented on this thread for the encouragements, the suggestion, the friendship and well wishes from those I could not visit. I owe each one of those I did visit for being there for me and wanting to meet, for the friendship, food, the beds and showers but most of all the sharing of yourselves with me. The same goes for my non forum friends who have accepted me as Laurie.
A very different person left home a little over a month ago than the person that has returned. I feel I left to accomplish my goal of visiting all the states but I feel I also left in search of myself or more specifically in search of Laurie. I may have found her. She's still pretty shy but she is present here more than she has ever been. I have not been in male clothes for almost a month now and still going. I think I may be full time now. At least that is what I am going to try. I think Leonard left home in a virtual dress and Laurie has returned. I could not feel this way without all of you. Thank you all.
Love,
Laurie
OMG Laurie, you have me seriously crying reading this. I must say you are making it very hard for me to mess with you. It was definitely my pleasure to meet you. Contrary to rumors we never did fight. (I still think I can take her.) I never would have thought such a trip could have such a wonderful effect. The transformative effect it had on you Laurie was truly amazing. You have gone from caterpillar to butterfly during this trip. You brought a smile and kind words to a lot of people. I am proud to a call you friend. Of course, I still am not sure about giving me credit for inviting you. I seem to remember something you said about hunting me down for evil purposes. lol Anyways, I love you Girl,
Moni
Damn you even got my name right! What's this world coming to.
Quote from: HappyMoni on July 15, 2017, 11:55:19 PM
OMG Laurie, you have me seriously crying reading this. I must say you are making it very hard for me to mess with you. It was definitely my pleasure to meet you. Contrary to rumors we never did fight. (I still think I can take her.) I never would have thought such a trip could have such a wonderful effect. The transformative effect it had on you Laurie was truly amazing. You have gone from caterpillar to butterfly during this trip. You brought a smile and kind words to a lot of people. I am proud to a call you friend. Of course, I still am not sure about giving me credit for inviting you. I seem to remember something you said about hunting me down for evil purposes. lol Anyways, I love you Girl,
Moni
Damn you even got my name right! What's this world coming to.
The credit is well placed. I firmly believe had you not said you would like to meet me, I would not have started the thread and asked if others would like to also. And all my blessings this trip flowed from there. So yes Milnie or was it Minnie? Well whateva, ::) ::) it's all your fault and everyone else's for making this a wonderful trip.
(and I got your name right several times)
Tell Ann she's a special person for putting up with the likes of you and give her a hug for me.
Next time it won't go easy for you. Mark my words.
Hugs,
Laurie
So Laurie....about that makeover...... ;D :eusa_whistle:
Your Friend
Liz
I'm hoping to make it back to Lexington, KY, in the next month, if all goes well. I've been teaching in Thailand since 2010, but have to return due to health reasons.
Are you going to be near Lexington during your trip?
If not, it's OK, as I'll likely be a guest of my daughter for a while.
Whew! This is the part where the guy lifts the safety bar and you say "I wanna go again!"
It was a true pleasure meeting you, Laurie. If you get out this way again, we're going to the end of the land...Provincetown. :)
Hugs, Devlyn
Quote from: Laurie on July 16, 2017, 12:40:58 AM
The credit is well placed. I firmly believe had you not said you would like to meet me, I would not have started the thread and asked if others would like to also. And all my blessings this trip flowed from there. So yes Milnie or was it Minnie? Well whateva, ::) ::) it's all your fault and everyone else's for making this a wonderful trip.
(and I got your name right several times)
Tell Anne she's a special person for putting up with the likes of you and give her a hug for me.
Next time it won't go easy for you. Mark my words.
Hugs,
Laurie
Okay, next trip, cage match, you and me. Loser gets make over.
At least the forces of the universe are back in alignment as far as you and my name.
Later,
Marni
You have shown a lot of grace with the intentional misspellings of your name, I don't want to add my finger to the pie.
Here's to our Lady of Patience, HappyMeringue
Hugs, Devlyn
the Devlyns Food Cake has spoken. With just desserts.
Laurie,
You have really impressed me, probably all of us. It has taken an incredible amount of courage and strength to do the things you have done over this past month. Perhaps the biggest hurdle was allowing yourself permission to let Laurie run free. With the sort of growth you have experienced from this trip I look forward to the continued metamorphosis.
Deb and I had tears in our eyes reading your post from last night. We feel honored to have participated in a part of this journey.
Thank you,
Tia Anne
Quote from: ElizabethK on July 16, 2017, 06:56:31 AM
So Laurie....about that makeover...... ;D :eusa_whistle:
Your Friend
Liz
What was that Liz? It got a bit garbled coming across that ocean between us. I think there was a bad storm when you hit send.
Sorry
Hugs,
Laurie
made you a home coming cake, date and walnut(https://www.susans.org/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2Fy8rfkbG.jpg&hash=d1fa2014abc0ece03f73c6b03968f91c0210e21b)and cut yo a slice(https://www.susans.org/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2FAFY3uCf.jpg&hash=53ec62543aa7799097d51426d65617980956ea38)enjoy your virtual cake
as the road went by
beautiful destination
began to appear
gender backup clothes
Burlington Colorado
locked in truck with keys
OMG what now
Laurie's lorry knows answer
time to be true self
much like taking swim
do not over analyze
just jump in and be
feels good doesn't it
the earth did not stop turning
in fact better place
use carpool lane now
one person with two people
one stronger one fades
Laurie shows us all
Yes as a matter of fact
I do own this road
Quote from: Raell on July 16, 2017, 07:28:25 AM
I'm hoping to make it back to Lexington, KY, in the next month, if all goes well. I've been teaching in Thailand since 2010, but have to return due to health reasons.
Are you going to be near Lexington during your trip?
If not, it's OK, as I'll likely be a guest of my daughter for a while.
Hi Rae,
It's not often I get to hear from you so I am glad you were with me in spirit. Alas we have missed the opportunity to meet as I have returned home and am just closing the chapter on my road trip. I did go through parts of Kentucky though I don't think I got close to Lexington. Perhaps sometime in the future we'll be able to meet while on another road trip. I've been making a couple each year and so far have no good reason to stop.
Have a safe trip back and het those health issues taken care of.
Hugs,
Laurie
Quote from: Devlyn Marie on July 16, 2017, 07:49:57 AM
Whew! This is the part where the guy lifts the safety bar and you say "I wanna go again!"
It was a true pleasure meeting you, Laurie. If you get out this way again, we're going to the end of the land...Provincetown. :)
Hugs, Devlyn
I will take you up on that someday Devlyn. It may be a while but I can see it happening.
I want you to that now when I read your comments I can hear your Boston accent. I really enjoyed our time together even though you dragged me into that city.
Hugs,
Laurie
Quote from: HappyMoni on July 16, 2017, 10:55:37 AM
Okay, next trip, cage match, you and me. Loser gets make over.
At least the forces of the universe are back in alignment as far as you and my name.
Later,
Marni
Let's get it on!! btw just who is this?
Laurie
Quote from: Devlyn Marie on July 16, 2017, 11:20:07 AM
You have shown a lot of grace with the intentional misspellings of your name, I don't want to add my finger to the pie.
Here's to our Lady of Patience, HappyMeringue
Hugs, Devlyn
Run along Devlyn you citified ruffian.
And keep your fingers out of that dang pie.
Quote from: Kendra on July 16, 2017, 11:42:21 AM
the Devlyns Food Cake has spoken. With just desserts.
OMG Kendra you didn't just say that did you?
btw when are we going to get together? Any preferences? (no cities)
Laurie
Quote from: Laurie on July 16, 2017, 01:55:04 PM
Quote from: Kendra on July 16, 2017, 11:42:21 AM
the Devlyns Food Cake has spoken. With just desserts.
OMG Kendra you didn't just say that did you?
btw when are we going to get together? Any preferences? (no cities)
Laurie
Yes, she did, and she's 102% pure awesome! ;D
Hugs, Devlyn
Quote from: Anne Blake on July 16, 2017, 12:54:35 PM
Laurie,
You have really impressed me, probably all of us. It has taken an incredible amount of courage and strength to do the things you have done over this past month. Perhaps the biggest hurdle was allowing yourself permission to let Laurie run free. With the sort of growth you have experienced from this trip I look forward to the continued metamorphosis.
Deb and I had tears in our eyes reading your post from last night. We feel honored to have participated in a part of this journey.
Thank you,
Tia Anne
Well thank you Tia, and Debi for being a part of my story. I very much enjoyed the unbridled hospitality you and Debi showed me while I was there. We talk a lot and shared what was important to us thereby giving a part of who we are to each other. Though much of our stories different in experiences there was still that bond of commonality in who we are and what we endured to get to where we are today. The pain and insecurities of growing up different and searching for answers of what was wrong with us that we could not be "normal" I think that is something we all share.
I especially enjoyed my talk with Debi while you were out getting that all important second approval letter. I got to listen to a side of our issues few get to hear. That of the spouse and the impact on them. Debi obviously loves you very much and is solid in that love for you as you are to her. You two have something very special there. Cherish it and her.
Tears? Yes, I've heard that from a few others, so you are in good company. It was not my intent to make anyone cry though.
I assure you I had tears in mine as I was writing this synopsis and my thoughts on this wonderful trip and all of you that made it wonderful for me.
Again I thank you for opening your home and hearts to me.
Hugs,
Laurie
Quote from: Devlyn Marie on July 16, 2017, 11:20:07 AM
You have shown a lot of grace with the intentional misspellings of your name, I don't want to add my finger to the pie.
Here's to our Lady of Patience, HappyMeringue
Hugs, Devlyn
Et tu, Brute? I will have a slice with a little chocolate ice cream on top, Devil Lynn. lol
well I tried to tempt her with cake, suppose there wasn't enough meat or fish in it!!!!!!!
Quote from: davina61 on July 16, 2017, 01:29:39 PM
made you a home coming cake, date and walnut(https://www.susans.org/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2Fy8rfkbG.jpg&hash=d1fa2014abc0ece03f73c6b03968f91c0210e21b)and cut yo a slice(https://www.susans.org/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi.imgur.com%2FAFY3uCf.jpg&hash=53ec62543aa7799097d51426d65617980956ea38)enjoy your virtual cake
I'm sorry Davina,
I was responding to posts above yours when I got side tracked by a BLT (actually 2 of them) and did not get back to this thread until now.
Thank you for the virtual cake is sure looks good but when I tasted some of it there was very little flavor and was reminiscence of glass. Perhaps if it is heated and drenched in butter I will enjoy it more. Oh well next slice.
Hugs,
Laurie
Quote from: Kendra on July 16, 2017, 01:40:46 PM
as the road went by
beautiful destination
began to appear
gender backup clothes
Burlington Colorado
locked in truck with keys
OMG what now
Laurie's lorry knows answer
time to be true self
much like taking swim
do not over analyze
just jump in and be
feels good doesn't it
the earth did not stop turning
in fact better place
use carpool lane now
one person with two people
one stronger one fades
Laurie shows us all
Yes as a matter of fact
I do own this road
OMG! Kendra poetry!
Are you flirting with me? (blush) Actually I got teary eyed reading it. It is a good synopses that briefly captures me and my trip. Thank you I love it!
Hugs,
Laurie
Quote from: davina61 on July 16, 2017, 03:56:30 PM
well I tried to tempt her with cake, suppose there wasn't enough meat or fish in it!!!!!!!
Patience grasshopper I was getting to it.
Hugs,
Laurie
Grasshopper cake, eewww no thanks. But Davina's cooking looks yummy. And she can weld.
Laurie you inspired us all to the point I just had to write a Haiku. ;)
Quote from: Kendra on July 16, 2017, 11:27:50 PM
Grasshopper cake, eewww no thanks. But Davina's cooking looks yummy. And she can weld.
Laurie you inspired us all to the point I just had to write a Haiku. ;)
You ladies flatter me to the point of embarrassment. I truly did nothing more than drive to Maine and back and took the opportunity to meet some of the ladies I talk to here on Susan's Place (and I even blame That Woman Maniac, Moonpie, Melani or whatever she is calling herself for setting that part in motion.) Who wouldn't jump at the chance to meet their new found friends if they could?
Hugs,
Laurie
Dear Laurie,
I have decided that you inspired me also and I think I must follow in your footsteps. So, since you changed your name, I feel I must do the same. Since you are incapable of pronouncing my name anyway, it all makes sense. It does, after extensive research, seem that you are able to pronounce my new name. I think I will now be called 'HappyThatWoman.'
I will soon ask Devil Lynn to draw up the paperwork to make it official. Of course, my second choice is still kind of appealing. It was HappySexGoddess. Maybe I better go dilate on it before I decide. Only question is whether or not you can pronounce it.
Moni (You know, Moanie)
Quote from: HappyMoni on July 17, 2017, 10:16:59 AM
Dear Laurie,
I have decided that you inspired me also and I think I must follow in your footsteps. So, since you changed your name, I feel I must do the same. Since you are incapable of pronouncing my name anyway, it all makes sense. It does, after extensive research, seem that you are able to pronounce my new name. I think I will now be called 'HappyThatWoman.'
I will soon ask Devil Lynn to draw up the paperwork to make it official. Of course, my second choice is still kind of appealing. It was HappySexGoddess. Maybe I better go dilate on it before I decide. Only question is whether or not you can pronounce it.
Moni (You know, Moanie)
Dear Milner,
I supposed now would be a good time to confess before you go and do something silly.. I can pronounce your name correctly if I want to. It is completely your fault that I don't. It was your insistence on correcting me that very first time I incorrectly referred to you as Moni (as in the Tommy James and the Shondels song "Moni Moni") that caused this rift between us. Had you not been so adamant that it was Mon-i, as in Connie or Bonnie all this animosity between us would never have developed. May I suggest that you work on that pig headed stubbornness on correct pronunciation of that silly moniker of yours.
Had you not been so self centeredly insistent on correcting those (like myself) who innocently made an extremely minor mistake we might have become fast friends instead of bitter combatants always at each others throats over nothing more than a silly names.
All this makes me ask the question "What's in a name?" would that the answer for us could have been, "That which we call a rose by any other name would smell as sweet." or rather Monica.
*sigh*
Alas it was not meant to be or not to be, I suppose that was the question.
Hugs,
Laurie
Okay folks it looks like this saga is finish and therefore I am closing this thread out. Thank you all that contributed to this wonderful story in my life. You all will remain a part of my story from now on.
Thank you.
Love to you all,
Laurie
Quote from: Laurie on May 31, 2017, 12:42:16 PM
Hi folks,
As some of you are aware I am going to be wandering around the northern half of the USA on my way to/from Maine.
When and where I'll be on any given day even I do not know. It's just the way I do road trips. I get a destination in mind and I mosey until I get there. I should be hitting Grand junction, Co, a little north of Springfield.Mo. Possibly the upper peninsula of Michigan, Altoona, Pa and of course Maine.
I may be able to make a few stops on the way there or back. Some have expressed a desired to meet me for real and that might just be possible. Anyone that would like me to see if I can arrange a meeting or short visit please PM me so we can exchange contact info. I can send my email address first if you prefer just let me know.
I am not promising, but it could happen.
Hugs,
Laurie
Are you from Maine?
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Quote from: Gertrude on July 19, 2017, 09:49:50 PM
Are you from Maine?
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No I am not Gertrude. Maine was the only state I had not been in. Now I can say I have been in all 50 states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico. It was a personal goal I set years ago. Not it's done.
Hugs
Laurie
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