Lioness- *hugs* Congratulations!
Samhain- We are going to make fondant skulls, we decorated pumpkins and will set a place at our table for our ancestors. Of course jack o lantern carving and a party at my parents house.
Healing for those in need!
pot roast- I don't cook meat. Well, that's not exactly true. The only pork we eat is bacon (and that's an every couple of month treat), we don't eat fish/sea food/shell fish (allergies), and we have ground beef or shredded chicken maybe once or twice a week since my mom puts chicken or beef in most of her canned stews/soups/slaws. So really it boils down to the fact that I'm not comfy cooking most "big cuts" of meat. I'll do ground beef and bacon, maybe (maybe!) chicken breasts if forced. But more than that it goes to DH for cooking. So if he cooks the roast and shreds it I could make tacos... assuming of course that he had bought the taco shells. Which he didn't.
Ugh...well, it sounds like he better get on the stick with preparing it-- that or maybe you might need to figure out how! 99 isn't that bad of a fever, but I bet it's hellish with nursing and 4 kiddos and Tor being the Tasmanian devil. I sure would help out if I were there. I can cook pot roast in the crock pot like nobody's business 
Do you have a crock pot? If you (or DH) put it in there, it should shred pretty easily after a day of cooking. I'd only use maybe garlic, salt, pepper, and maybe a bit of paprika for color and a TEENY (1/4c) bit of water. Then you can spice it up later depending on the dish. Feel better, mama 
I don't think M is going to make it to the meeting after all 
He took his meds (especially the one) for the first time in days, apparently, and it's knocking him out. He was falling asleep on the phone. Funny how his disease, rearing its ugly head, makes me want to stick harder to MY program.
I'll try the crock pot approach, or make Dh do it. My temp is normally 97.2, so 99 is a bit hotter for me than for others.... but my temp is actually 100+ in the half hour or so leading up to my ibuprofen dose. It's 99+ about a half hour after the dose. I swear, I can feel every freakin' hair follicle on my body, every joint, every breath of air. There's a blurb in national geographic about how sensitive a seal's whiskers are and I think I'm getting close to their level! LOL As long as I don't grow big ol' wiskers a la Dr Seuss! :)
I swear, I can feel every freakin' hair follicle on my body, every joint, every breath of air. Oh gawd, mama. I HATE when I feel like that. I say "my skin hurts"-- I totally feel ya. Poor Clay
Do y'all have ROSS stores where you are, anybody? I have never been in before, but boyoboy did I score today. Put $71 on the credit card but came away with So.Much.Stuff. for Christmas and for those baskets! Thank you so much for the basket ideas! I found a Starbucks-type travel mug that looks like it's paper, biscotti, organic lollys (for ds and ds's best friend), Himalayan pink salt in its own grinder (been looking for that for ages!) for me and for my best friend, a giant thing of hot pepper flakes for my best friend, some honey hard candies for ds, a new coffee mug for me (travel mug that is all stainless inside! No plastic!) and some almond coffee, fold-up fabric laundry bag for the one niece, all sorts of other things. Oh, and a gingerbread tree, instead of a house, for ds to put together at some point during the season. SCORE!
Tomorrow is the basket hunt. I want this all done by Thanksgiving. At this rate, I will be! Yay!
Tomorrow night, Caregiver is coming to watch ds so I can go to the Ancestor Vigil 
ROSS? No, but we now have our Wegman's, on our way to our shiny new chiropractor! It's 80,000 sq feet of imposing. I don't think we'll shop there much because it's just too big (and no GF goodies in the bakery, harumph!), but it was nice to have some sushi in the cafe.
Actually, ROSS sounds like our Christmas Tree Shop, which when you move up here, I'm totally showing you. We got a nice pentacle that lights up there for a few bucks, and it now hangs in our window all year:) Does that OUT our household or what?
Hello mamas, I'm back! This is Tris (formerly MaxsFox) back with a much less confusing name. I got tired of people calling me by my husband's name all the time.
Things have changed. Oh, how they've changed here. I won't get into all of it, but I'll say it's mostly good.
Closing is this Wednesday, and we'll be land owners! We're taking Badger up with us, and will be camping for a few days so we can get some work done. We're all very excited. I'm a little nervous about winter camping with a small child and a camping newb, though. I'm a pretty experienced winter camper, but it's been a while, and I was always on my own (or with a group of winter-experienced friends). Hopefully all goes well and we get a lot done. We'll be coming back just in time for trick-or-treating with the ex.
I'm going to read a few pages back to catch up a bit, but in the meantime I'm sending blessing thoughts out to everyone!
ROSS? No, but we now have our Wegman's, on our way to our shiny new chiropractor! It's 80,000 sq feet of imposing. I don't think we'll shop there much because it's just too big (and no GF goodies in the bakery, harumph!), but it was nice to have some sushi in the cafe.
Actually, ROSS sounds like our Christmas Tree Shop, which when you move up here, I'm totally showing you. We got a nice pentacle that lights up there for a few bucks, and it now hangs in our window all year:) Does that OUT our household or what?
Ross is nothing like a grocery store or a Christmas shop...it's more like...Oh, maybe TJ Maxx or something? It's kind of department store-y, but a bit more jumbled and cheap. But I'm looking forward to our foray into your shops up there! Yes...lurve outing the household 
Hello mamas, I'm back! This is Tris (formerly MaxsFox) back with a much less confusing name. I got tired of people calling me by my husband's name all the time.
Welcome back and congrats on landowning! Camping...you'll totally be fine
Hey Clay-- quick flyby and I'll be back later-- question? Mother Holle is Grimm's? Right? What is the name of it in the Grimm collection? I found my Grimm's and Anderson's collections but don't know what to look under. Also, how is it pronounced, like Holly? In the Grimm's I think she's known as Hulda, but I like Holle-- just don't know how to pronounce it.
pssst i have a secret. dont tell anyone.
WAHOOOOO!!!!
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Oh, mamas....M has been drinking. A lot. I had no idea. He just admitted he came off a week-long binge. ON LITHIUM. Omg, I am so despondent. We spent like 6 hours on the phone and web cam yesterday. I'm so afraid he won't be able to stop. And will die.
I freaking hate alcoholism. I hate it. I can't even begin to imagine what havoc I wreaked in other people's lives as a drinking woman.
He SAYS he's willing to go to just about any length to stop this. I am dubious. I have heard this song and dance before. Time will tell. Please keep him and us in your thoughts and prayers.
This sucks. I'm thinking of you and sending baskets full of strength for you.
Speaking of baskets: Awesome scores at Ross! I miss ross, we had one in baltimore, of course but none here.
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Hello mamas, I'm back! This is Tris (formerly MaxsFox) back with a much less confusing name. I got tired of people calling me by my husband's name all the time.
Things have changed. Oh, how they've changed here. I won't get into all of it, but I'll say it's mostly good.
Closing is this Wednesday, and we'll be land owners! We're taking Badger up with us, and will be camping for a few days so we can get some work done. We're all very excited. I'm a little nervous about winter camping with a small child and a camping newb, though. I'm a pretty experienced winter camper, but it's been a while, and I was always on my own (or with a group of winter-experienced friends). Hopefully all goes well and we get a lot done. We'll be coming back just in time for trick-or-treating with the ex.
I'm going to read a few pages back to catch up a bit, but in the meantime I'm sending blessing thoughts out to everyone!
WOOHOO!! Congrats on closing on the land!! weeee!! Will send you warm, patient energy for your camping trip. It will be a blast!! and, yes, Welcome Back!!
Clay: My sister always does her potroasts in a crock, too. They come out incredible and she does little to nothing with them. I hope you feel better soon!
Witchy, I hope you feel better soon, too!! bah! The sickness begins...
*looking forward to the new moon tomorrow*
Just a quick update because I'm exhausted.
Jennifer/Lioness- Congratulations on your happy news!!
My recovery is slow and painful. By noon I'm wiped out and end up dozing. My insides feel twitchy and crampy...almost feels like when a fetus moves around. It's just weird.
I get queasy a lot. I get hungry but then can't eat much. Have to eat multiple mini meals.
I get weepy when I see babies on tv. I know that I probably wasn't going to have another child but to get that decision taken away hurts. I have to say goodbye to my heartfelt dream of having a daughter or just any healthy child.
I'm coughing and having bm problems (both extremes) which are all causing stress/pressure on my internal incision. Which leads to more pain and bleeding.
I'm lonely and hating being single.
It's difficult to think positive (other than being grateful that I'm alive.)
Also, got some bad news in the work department and I'm upset about losing income.
Just sad, tired, and sore.
Sorry to be so negative. I needed to get all my feelings out and I figure my pagan mama circle was the best venue for doing just that. Thanks for reading.
Huge *hugs* to you DoK! I'm so sorry for your pain, and your grief. Sending healing thoughts your way.
Oh, mamas....M has been drinking. A lot. I had no idea. He just admitted he came off a week-long binge. ON LITHIUM. Omg, I am so despondent. We spent like 6 hours on the phone and web cam yesterday. I'm so afraid he won't be able to stop. And will die.
I freaking hate alcoholism. I hate it. I can't even begin to imagine what havoc I wreaked in other people's lives as a drinking woman.
He SAYS he's willing to go to just about any length to stop this. I am dubious. I have heard this song and dance before. Time will tell. Please keep him and us in your thoughts and prayers.
(((hugs))) I am so sorry to hear this. I will keep him in my thoughts and prayers. I hope he can get a handle on it, I really do.
Hello mamas, I'm back! This is Tris (formerly MaxsFox) back with a much less confusing name. I got tired of people calling me by my husband's name all the time.
Closing is this Wednesday, and we'll be land owners!
Congrats:)
Just a quick update because I'm exhausted.
My recovery is slow and painful.
:( So sorry to hear. I hope you begin to feel better soon. (((hugs)))
Lioness, Congrats! What wonderful news:)
Boy so many people are ill:( I hope everyone feels better soon. (((hugs))) and healthy healing vibes:)
DoK: 
Blessings to all as the seasons change here in the NorthEast US. Life gets busy and I'm not as in touch with the changing world around me as much as I would like. I would like to find time to make it to at least High Holiday Rituals. Haven't found much in the way of community here in Eastern MA though. If anyone is out my way I would love to connect.
Blessings to all as the seasons change here in the NorthEast US. Life gets busy and I'm not as in touch with the changing world around me as much as I would like. I would like to find time to make it to at least High Holiday Rituals. Haven't found much in the way of community here in Eastern MA though. If anyone is out my way I would love to connect.
I'm in Metrowest. Welcome!
Just a quick update because I'm exhausted.
Jennifer/Lioness- Congratulations on your happy news!!
My recovery is slow and painful. By noon I'm wiped out and end up dozing. My insides feel twitchy and crampy...almost feels like when a fetus moves around. It's just weird.
I get queasy a lot. I get hungry but then can't eat much. Have to eat multiple mini meals.
I get weepy when I see babies on tv. I know that I probably wasn't going to have another child but to get that decision taken away hurts. I have to say goodbye to my heartfelt dream of having a daughter or just any healthy child.
I'm coughing and having bm problems (both extremes) which are all causing stress/pressure on my internal incision. Which leads to more pain and bleeding.
I'm lonely and hating being single.
It's difficult to think positive (other than being grateful that I'm alive.)
Also, got some bad news in the work department and I'm upset about losing income.
Just sad, tired, and sore.
Sorry to be so negative. I needed to get all my feelings out and I figure my pagan mama circle was the best venue for doing just that. Thanks for reading.
thanks dok! i had just scheduled my tubal. i had gotten to the point where i was sure and made the appt.
i am sorry it is taking so long to feel better. take it easy and take care of yourself. i ws actually just reading a new book about hormones and cycles and stuff. your uterus is responsible for some hormone production, so it will take awhile for your body to adjust. be easy on yourself. it is ok to feel all those feelings that you are having. it is normal. <<hugs>> and again i am sorry that video hurt your stitches. i wasnt thinking about that.
(((DoK)))
Congratulations Lioness!
Yay on closing on the land FeralFox
(((Maia)))
Tending to the fire and doing more cooking is helping me feel more spiritual - I'm feeding my Kitchen Witch side and it feels great!
Samhain/Halloween : It's hard. Honoring the Deads, the Ancestors just bring so many emotions... It's about a month away from Mom's death first anniversary (Nov. 29)... I still haven't been able to visit her grave... Think I'll try to do some sort of releasing ritual and/or attempt to communicate with her to find some relief.
Both kids will go Trick or Treat. I need to sew an apron for DD2's costume (Pippi) and find something to hold her braids. Bought fake lashes glue to turn DS into a werewolf with our dog's shedding. I much prefer homemade costumes!
Doc wants me to go in early for a follow up. She's at the hospital right now because her patient is in labor. She asked me to page her after Roo's parent/teacher conference and she'll let me know if she can see me today.
I can't sit up straight because...well...my girly bits are sore. She said it shouldn't be at this point. (I'm not talking about the surgical area, just the lower girly bits).
Blessings to all as the seasons change here in the NorthEast US. Life gets busy and I'm not as in touch with the changing world around me as much as I would like. I would like to find time to make it to at least High Holiday Rituals. Haven't found much in the way of community here in Eastern MA though. If anyone is out my way I would love to connect.
I'm in MetroWest too:) Welcome to our circle.
This sucks. I'm thinking of you and sending baskets full of strength for you.
Speaking of baskets: Awesome scores at Ross! I miss ross, we had one in baltimore, of course but none here.
Thank you. Oh, and Ross-- OMG, I am so going to have to stay out of there! I need more CC bills like a hole in me head! 
I went back today, and holy cow, I found THREE Ben10 things for my ds! Each for like $5 or less! Now I hope they're the right ones...but for that price, who cares? 
My recovery is slow and painful. By noon I'm wiped out and end up dozing. My insides feel twitchy and crampy...almost feels like when a fetus moves around. It's just weird.I get queasy a lot. I get hungry but then can't eat much. Have to eat multiple mini meals.
I get weepy when I see babies on tv. I know that I probably wasn't going to have another child but to get that decision taken away hurts. I have to say goodbye to my heartfelt dream of having a daughter or just any healthy child.
I'm coughing and having bm problems (both extremes) which are all causing stress/pressure on my internal incision. Which leads to more pain and bleeding.
I'm lonely and hating being single.
It's difficult to think positive (other than being grateful that I'm alive.)
Also, got some bad news in the work department and I'm upset about losing income.
Just sad, tired, and sore.
Sorry to be so negative. I needed to get all my feelings out and I figure my pagan mama circle was the best venue for doing just that. Thanks for reading.
Oh, hon....I'm sorry you're feeling so icky This isn't going to sound encouraging right now, but, well... time takes time. You'll heal. And your emotions will, too. It's so early yet. Hang in there.
(((hugs))) I am so sorry to hear this. I will keep him in my thoughts and prayers. I hope he can get a handle on it, I really do.
Thank you, redveg. Me too, of course.
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Blessings to all as the seasons change here in the NorthEast US. Life gets busy and I'm not as in touch with the changing world around me as much as I would like. I would like to find time to make it to at least High Holiday Rituals. Haven't found much in the way of community here in Eastern MA though. If anyone is out my way I would love to connect.
Welcome and MM! I am in NC, but hoping to be in MA soon. My house is for sale and nobody's come to see it, even though it's a sweet house and the price is right. If you read back in the archives, my high school sweetheart and I are back together after 35 years 
and we've been in a long-distance for two years now I really, REALLY want to be up there with him. This house can't sell fast enough for me.
Tending to the fire and doing more cooking is helping me feel more spiritual - I'm feeding my Kitchen Witch side and it feels great!
Samhain/Halloween : It's hard. Honoring the Deads, the Ancestors just bring so many emotions... It's about a month away from Mom's death first anniversary (Nov. 29)... I still haven't been able to visit her grave... Think I'll try to do some sort of releasing ritual and/or attempt to communicate with her to find some relief.
Both kids will go Trick or Treat. I need to sew an apron for DD2's costume (Pippi) and find something to hold her braids. Bought fake lashes glue to turn DS into a werewolf with our dog's shedding. I much prefer homemade costumes!
Me, too, Valerie; now that I can EAT again I am making all sorts of things! NOMMY chicken tonight, in the oven. I need to make another soup again soon! The last one was pork and kale and yellow squash and onions.
I'm in MetroWest too:) Welcome to our circle.
I hope to be, soon, too Like....by Spring would be nice.
Oh my goodness, $5 Ben 10 toys??!! My ds is sooooo into Ben 10.
Thank you. Oh, and Ross-- OMG, I am so going to have to stay out of there! I need more CC bills like a hole in me head! I went back today, and holy cow, I found THREE Ben10 things for my ds! Each for like $5 or less! Now I hope they're the right ones...but for that price, who cares?
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