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Greywolf336 said:
There have been bombing attacks in Sri Lanka. I don’t think my friend went home for Easter but I am not sure. She is part of the Catholic minority which were targeted, I am very worried about her and her family. I’ve sent messages but haven’t heard back yet.
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Such a worry for you - and another horrible terrorist occurance. Hoping you will hear a 'safe news' message soon from your friend; and sending prayers for all those who wait.
 
Doesn't help that Trump lied about the numbers - first tweeting that "138 million people" were killed. The number is closer to 200. Still awful. Trump doesn't help with his thoughtless tweets.
 
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Kimmio Laughterlove said:
How can he exaggerate the numbers that much "not" on purpose? I can see accidentally writing thousand when he meant to type hundred. But???? What is wrong with him?
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I have no idea what he said (because I didn't hear and don't plan to go looking) but he tends to shoot from the lip without really thinking about what he's saying or listening to advisors who know better. Anyhow, this belongs in the Trump thread. We do have a standing consensus about no politics in the Room.
 
Mendalla said:
I have no idea what he said (because I didn't hear and don't plan to go looking) but he tends to shoot from the lip without really thinking about what he's saying or listening to advisors who know better. Anyhow, this belongs in the Trump thread. We do have a standing consensus about no politics in the Room.
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Sorry. I didn't realize or had forgotten.
 
I have had a wyrd day, in fact, a wyrd Easter weekend. I just about killed myself with the Seder dinner this year, doing a lot more of the work myself. I managed to sleep through the Good Friday service, then this a.m., I awoke in time, naturally, because I decided not to set an alarm, for the sunrise service, consciously chose to go back to sleep, then slept through the 10:30 service. I have never missed any of these three services in 25 years. Went up to Honey Harbour to deliver "bunny gift" to my baby sister; we're both quite down, maybe just anniversary of dad's death coming up (we were the two daddy's girls of the family of 3 girls). Had a real nice cup of tea, though (long way for a cuppa), I've got a bird ID to figure out, and was enthusiastically greeted by the kitties. But I have never "not celebrated" Easter this way, ever, in my life. Even in my completely non-religious years, it was always a big deal. I have not spoken to my other sister, nor my kids. There's no Easter dinner here. My dog walking neighbour, who always feels compelled to give me seasonal gifts (though I don't reciprocate, because I'm not a 'gift-y' person, except baking), because I so often look after her dogs for a day, gave me a yellow lily, which is the only "Easter-y" thing in the book-y, hair-y, cluttered, "never-finished dishes" chaos that is my house at present. Depressed? No s**t, Sherlock...
 
That sounds like quite a different day for you. Sending hugs and waiting for the ID of that bird.

Nothing happening around here about Easter either - other than enjoying the unseasonably warm temperature. Went out for a picnic a day or two ago and hoping for another tomorrow. Got a text from one of the kids saying 'Happy Easter'. Same kid posted photos on FB telling the world that 'these' are her favourite and most loved people in the whole world. The photos showed that branch of the immediate family and their in-laws. The birth family aren't feeling well loved by this!
 
{{{{ hugs }}}} for @BetteTheRed and @KayTheCurler

Easter weekend brought a few disappointments this way as well.

A family dinner was planned for today but we had to cancel because P3 daughter and son-in-law are sick. :(

The Easter bunny left a few treats here so I hope we will be able to reschedule.

I also learned this weekend that our supply minister has accepted another call . . . not unexpected but I am sad we are losing him.
 
BetteTheRed said:
I have had a wyrd day, in fact, a wyrd Easter weekend. I just about killed myself with the Seder dinner this year, doing a lot more of the work myself. I managed to sleep through the Good Friday service, then this a.m., I awoke in time, naturally, because I decided not to set an alarm, for the sunrise service, consciously chose to go back to sleep, then slept through the 10:30 service. I have never missed any of these three services in 25 years. Went up to Honey Harbour to deliver "bunny gift" to my baby sister; we're both quite down, maybe just anniversary of dad's death coming up (we were the two daddy's girls of the family of 3 girls). Had a real nice cup of tea, though (long way for a cuppa), I've got a bird ID to figure out, and was enthusiastically greeted by the kitties. But I have never "not celebrated" Easter this way, ever, in my life. Even in my completely non-religious years, it was always a big deal. I have not spoken to my other sister, nor my kids. There's no Easter dinner here. My dog walking neighbour, who always feels compelled to give me seasonal gifts (though I don't reciprocate, because I'm not a 'gift-y' person, except baking), because I so often look after her dogs for a day, gave me a yellow lily, which is the only "Easter-y" thing in the book-y, hair-y, cluttered, "never-finished dishes" chaos that is my house at present. Depressed? No s**t, Sherlock...
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Sounds like an Easter to find out what you find important and what not. Sometimes, doing things differently puts a different perspective on things.
 
Seems like a lot of upheaval this year at Easter - I wonder what God is up to?

The sun is shining here today - although it is a bit chilly still. I will soon head out to the garden for a bit of stretching & tidying ... discovering more about what has survived, wondering about bits of green showing in unexpected places, & trying to remember the names of new stuff I planted last year!

Earlier we ventured off to a huger than huge hardware/construction supply place - IHL - to pick up my husband's Xmas gift - a 5' platform step ladder that he can use to be much safer when trimming hedges etc. It JUST fit into the car - maybe 1/2 inch to spare!! He's pretty pleased with it - and I am too - to see him safer on the ladder as he continues to do stuff around here.

Easter leftovers for supper tonight - lasagna & salad & some apple crumble for dessert! We kept it simple - enjoyed a noisy chaotic time with friends & family here, but I must say the silence when they left was a blessing too.
 
Carolla said:
a 5' platform step ladder that he can use to be much safer when trimming hedges etc. It JUST fit into the car - maybe 1/2 inch to spare!!
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I remember buying our first ladder, a 6' step ladder, when were painting our first house. We drove a Pontiac Firefly at the time. With the back seats down and the ladder between the front seats, we made it work. Still got that ladder in the garage, along with an 8' that some contractor left behind when they built the house.
 
Easter was a little unusual here, although not for negative reasons (minus my Dad's surgery and complications, otherwise my parents would have probably been visiting, but he is doing much better).
Both Chemguy and Brother in Law had ideas for the long weekend. When Brother in Law was attempting to back out of plans Chemguy was semi-jokingly complaining that if BIL didn't have to why did he?
So we skipped the meal, my sister came with the kids. BIL got to do some work around the house without having the kids around to interfere. The kids got to fill up on sugar without then not being hungry for a special meal. Chemguy got to act like a big kid and despite that taking time out (and energy, he had a nap later) from plans he enjoyed it. No effort went into cooking a special meal.
Mostly a win on all aspects although it would have been nice to have some good food outside of the usual but maybe we'll do that another time when my parents can join too and there's less pressure of it being an official 'holiday'. There's a few birthdays around now, so that can be the reasoning when they do come.
 
Mendalla said:
I remember buying our first ladder
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ahhh ... the 'firsts' are always memorable :)

This is the new 'envy of the neighhbourhood' ladder ... LOL - he was showing it off to neighbours this afternoon - I'm sure it will make the rounds for a variety of jobs to be done more safely from the standing platform :)
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Carolla --- the Cadillac of ladders!

Haven't quite caught up on the news here yet. I've been away too long. Life has actually got even more busy than I thought possible, but there is a little light at the end of the tunnel.

The fun part --- babysitting (for a couple of months) my 11-month old grandson. He is FAST, and can get into a lot of trouble before I get myself moving in the right direction. But, then, there are the smiles and snuggles that make it all worthwhile.

Handed in my resignation to the church camp board effective October 1. I've been busy interviewing, checking references and communicating with everyone. It sure takes a lot of time! I am frustrated though that, as a volunteer board, it ends up being a few dependable workers and the rest who don't answer e-mails, or don't follow through on what they say they will do. Right now...getting chaplains is my big headache. To make things more complicated, our Board members are spread out over 3 communities, about a 2 hour drive between the furthest two. Lots of challenges.

Still working one day a week, and doing about two church services a month.

Big news: Middle child, and the last of the three kids....got engaged on the weekend. Fun times ahead.
 
In the tree of information and intellect ... add your pitch .. regardless of who complains about the bittersweet whines ... terpenes? Sloe sapiens ...
 
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