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Jimbits76 · 1 April 2009, 10:00 PM

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Originally Posted by redshirt1957

Don't worry mate. I am from the era before car seats, bike helmets and such and I turned out just fine!

Good Lord...

I'm off to wrap him in cotton wool and bubble wrap!!!!!!!!!!!!

J

Lion · 1 April 2009, 10:52 PM

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Originally Posted by redshirt1957

Don't worry mate. I am from the era before car seats, bike helmets and such and I turned out just fine!

Or is that just what you are telling us!!!
I just think it's a cover story.

Lion · 1 April 2009, 10:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Jimbits76

Good Lord...

I'm off to wrap him in cotton wool and bubble wrap!!!!!!!!!!!!

J

Jim, I wouldn't worry too much. Kids are very resilient and bounce back in no time at all. Our son at 2 1/2 years old did a header down a flight of stairs and didn't even have a bruise!!!

Carolina · 1 April 2009, 11:00 PM

Off to my book club, and then to look at camellias!!

Lion · 1 April 2009, 11:05 PM

With a household to take care of and spending time on this addiction called the Forum, when do you find time to read???
MULTITASKING!!!

Carolina · 2 April 2009, 03:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Lion

With a household to take care of and spending time on this addiction called the Forum, when do you find time to read???
MULTITASKING!!!

Our next book (Team of Rivals) is almost 900 pages! Yes, multitasking.

away36 · 2 April 2009, 05:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Lisa

Yes - the plan is approved and the crew is showing up tomorrow morning to start digging out the beds. They'll haul away the ancient holly hedge that has really evil pointed leaves - that will be good to have out of there. Then they'll dig out all the roots, take out most of what I've already planted last year and incorporate those plants back into the new plan. They'll refill the beds with some good enriched composted soil, and top it all off with cedar mulch.

The one thing that is staying put is the saucer magnolia. Elements in the new plan are a Tanyosho Pine, Weeping Blue Atlas Cedar, Weeping Tolleson's Juniper, hydrangeas, Japanese red maple, azaleas, coral bells, hostas, peonies, and the Japanese Yew to replace the holly hedge. Also a smattering of daylillies, shasta daisies, dianthus and dwarf boxwoods - the latter being a backdrop to the east beds.

I'll try to get photos of the progress.

I think I'm as excited about YOUR landscaping as I am my own!

away36 · 2 April 2009, 05:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Jimbits76

Seems dumb but since the natasha richardson thing, both Claire and I worry when he hits his head....which he doe quite often the clumsy little bugger!!!!!!

I'm gonna have to get him a helmet!

J

Jim, you could spend every waking moment worrying about them and it won't change a thing except to stress you to the max. I had four sons. If I had a dollar for every time I went to the emergency room, I could retire right now! Once, my four year old was being chased across our lawn by his friend. The friend pushed him and he landed head first on the concrete driveway curb next door. He had a concussion. Fun stuff! Kids are pretty resiliant. They scream bloody murder at the time, but that's often more because they are startled than anything else. Trust me...all will be fine! Relax and enjoy that little angel!

away36 · 2 April 2009, 05:59 AM

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Originally Posted by redshirt1957

Don't worry mate. I am from the era before car seats, bike helmets and such and I turned out just fine!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jimbits76

Good Lord...

I'm off to wrap him in cotton wool and bubble wrap!!!!!!!!!!!!

J

Heaven only knows how much damage was done THERE eh!

Lion · 2 April 2009, 08:05 AM

Carol, did you end up buying a Camellia plant? And if so do you want/need planting instructions!!!
Lately my reading skills include the dictionary!!! LOL!!!

Lisa · 2 April 2009, 08:15 AM

Jim - first off, please don't worry about your little guy. He'll be just fine. I still shudder to think of some of the stuff that happened to my kiddos when they were little - and it's still awful every time they get banged up - but they do survive and so will you!

The landscape guys made a lot of progress today and will finish up tomorrow. Here's some pics...

They got the boxwoods planted...

Salvaged plants I'd put in last year - hydrangea, coral bells, dianthus, columbine, and some succulent green stuff?

Flagstone for hose duty...

And the icky holly shrubs are gone, the space ready for some yews...

And then some pics of the yogurty munchkin... she's 21 months old now.

Wonder if those eyes will end up being green!

Lion · 2 April 2009, 08:25 AM

Lisa, great Pics of your yard, the boxwood really look nice!!!
And your daughter looks really cute and imagine she can be a handful at times. Has her Dad ordered a chastity belt yet!!!!!

ijen0311 · 2 April 2009, 11:58 AM

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Originally Posted by MyManLovesWatches

I have an appt on the 13th Caroline so we will see what she suggests. The nurse suggested that new IUD thing and mentioned some cervex freezing in office procedure--we will see...

Sorry, I'm a dummy, it's called Mircette. Mireyna is a forum member

Carolina · 2 April 2009, 12:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Lion

Carol, did you end up buying a Camellia plant? And if so do you want/need planting instructions!!!
Lately my reading skills include the dictionary!!! LOL!!!

Going to the nursery hopefully tomorrow (or Friday). Couldn't get there today!

When I do, you know I'll be needing advice from you!

redshirt1957 · 2 April 2009, 12:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Lisa

Jim - first off, please don't worry about your little guy. He'll be just fine. I still shudder to think of some of the stuff that happened to my kiddos when they were little - and it's still awful every time they get banged up - but they do survive and so will you!

The landscape guys made a lot of progress today and will finish up tomorrow. Here's some pics...

They got the boxwoods planted...

Salvaged plants I'd put in last year - hydrangea, coral bells, dianthus, columbine, and some succulent green stuff?

Flagstone for hose duty...

And the icky holly shrubs are gone, the space ready for some yews...

And then some pics of the yogurty munchkin... she's 21 months old now.

Wonder if those eyes will end up being green!

Hey, when was Hope at your house? Cute kid and yes I am biased.

Lisa · 2 April 2009, 12:47 PM

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Originally Posted by ijen0311

Sorry, I'm a dummy, it's called Mircette. Mireyna is a forum member

Yes, but there really is a new birth control thing called Mirena - almost spelled the same. I figured that's what you were referring to.... I think it's a pill but don't pay much attention to the ads...

Lisa · 2 April 2009, 12:50 PM

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Originally Posted by redshirt1957

Hey, when was Hope at your house? Cute kid and yes I am biased.

I bet she does look like Hope's baby pictures!

And I have an idea of what Violet will look like when she's 7!

I swear, we really could just mix up all of those kids of ours and no one could tell whose was whose!

Jimbits76 · 2 April 2009, 08:16 PM

Landscape guy????? Wow Your Highness!!!!!!!!!!!

Great pictures of your house Lisa.

Even better pictures of V'.

J

ob1 · 3 April 2009, 12:15 AM

Hey Lisa, thought I'd just chime in to say how nice your house and gardens look. I've been building/converting a chapel into a house for the last 2 yrs. It never seems to end! I haven't got near the landscaping yet. Your daughter is very cute too. I have a 4yr old boy whose chops are permanently covered in something sticky too.

Jim, Its terrible when you become a parent, you can't help but get worried at everything they do. When I was a child, I broke my legs, cracked my head open more than once, chopped the top of my finger of (got sewn back on though),got lost wherever my parents took us etc.. The worry I must have caused my parents! Now I'm a father and its very difficult to let your children find their own way, and when you hear of deaths like Ms. Richardson's it brings it home how fragile we all are.

Mark

Ashley · 3 April 2009, 03:31 PM

Lisa, your place is stunning, and your little girl is just beautiful!

Ashley · 3 April 2009, 03:33 PM

You know what totally made my night tonight?
I went into a maternity store to buy something for my pregnant aunt, and the woman who worked their (the manager!) first asked if it was my first time in the store, then asked "So how far along are you?"

:-| it totally killed my good mood for probably a month!

Jimbits76 · 3 April 2009, 06:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Ashley

You know what totally made my night tonight?
I went into a maternity store to buy something for my pregnant aunt, and the woman who worked their (the manager!) first asked if it was my first time in the store, then asked "So how far along are you?"

:-| it totally killed my good mood for probably a month!

I'm sorry Ash but that made me chuckle a little.

You should have clutched your tunny and started screaming "Oh God, not now, not here!!!!!!!!!!"

The look on their faces would have been priceless!

J

Lion · 3 April 2009, 09:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Ashley

You know what totally made my night tonight?
I went into a maternity store to buy something for my pregnant aunt, and the woman who worked their (the manager!) first asked if it was my first time in the store, then asked "So how far along are you?"

:-| it totally killed my good mood for probably a month!

Ashley, under the right circumstances(i.e. older, in love,married,ready,etc.....) making a decision to conceive life and becoming a parent is a beautiful experience. You are a young lady with a lot of living to do before you settle down and make a choice to start a family. But when you do you will see that children are a gift and pleasure that will enlighten your own life!!!

Lisa · 3 April 2009, 09:54 PM

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Originally Posted by ob1

Hey Lisa, thought I'd just chime in to say how nice your house and gardens look. I've been building/converting a chapel into a house for the last 2 yrs. It never seems to end! I haven't got near the landscaping yet. Your daughter is very cute too. I have a 4yr old boy whose chops are permanently covered in something sticky too.

Jim, Its terrible when you become a parent, you can't help but get worried at everything they do. When I was a child, I broke my legs, cracked my head open more than once, chopped the top of my finger of (got sewn back on though),got lost wherever my parents took us etc.. The worry I must have caused my parents! Now I'm a father and its very difficult to let your children find their own way, and when you hear of deaths like Ms. Richardson's it brings it home how fragile we all are.

Mark

Mark, that's so cool that you're converting a chapel to living space. An old church or chapel had been my dream home for the longest time, but the trouble was finding a place that was in the location we preferred - plus, there weren't many old churches up for sale.

I bet the architecture is something. If you ever get the chance, it would be really interesting to see some pictures of your progress.

Lisa · 3 April 2009, 09:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Ashley

You know what totally made my night tonight?
I went into a maternity store to buy something for my pregnant aunt, and the woman who worked their (the manager!) first asked if it was my first time in the store, then asked "So how far along are you?"

:-| it totally killed my good mood for probably a month!

Oh, Ash - do not fret! They're used to seeing skinny women shopping. I never looked pregnant until about 20 weeks along... lots of gals don't.

Now, HERE'S something to kill a good mood - our landscape foreman thought Violet was my granddaughter!

Lisa · 3 April 2009, 09:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Ashley

Lisa, your place is stunning, and your little girl is just beautiful!

Thanks, Ash - she usually looks a little, er, cleaner. Oh, who am I kidding. She usually looks about like that!

Jimbits76 · 3 April 2009, 09:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Lisa

Mark, that's so cool that you're converting a chapel to living space. An old church or chapel had been my dream home for the longest time, but the trouble was finding a place that was in the location we preferred - plus, there weren't many old churches up for sale.

I bet the architecture is something. If you ever get the chance, it would be really interesting to see some pictures of your progress.

You pair should have spoken to the master....converted chapels (and agricultural holdings) are my speciality!!!!!!!!!!!!

J

Jimbits76 · 3 April 2009, 09:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Lisa

Now, HERE'S something to kill a good mood - our landscape foreman thought Violet was my granddaughter!

Death by laser beam stare???????????????

J

Lisa · 3 April 2009, 10:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Jimbits76

You pair should have spoken to the master....converted chapels (and agricultural holdings) are my speciality!!!!!!!!!!!!

J

Oh, Jim! That is SO HOT!!!!!

Seriously, a converted barn, old mill, church - wheeee!!!! Fantasy home.... we're very pleased with our conventional dwelling for lot of reasons, but I am very drawn to the idea and can't get enough of pictures, articles, etc. on the subject. Architectural Digest had a few stories back when I was a subscriber - great stuff.

Lisa · 3 April 2009, 10:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Jimbits76

Death by laser beam stare???????????????

J

Truthfully, I'm so weird I don't mind at all telling them I'm just old!

Then I guess they can wonder how in the world it even happened!

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Lion "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Leo Location: Midwest Watch: GMT-II 16710 PEPSI Posts: 21,461	Carol, did you end up buying a Camellia plant? And if so do you want/need planting instructions!!! Lately my reading skills include the dictionary!!! LOL!!! __________________ SS GMT-II 16710 PEPSI(Z-serial#) THE ONLY DIFFERENCE BETWEEN MEN AND BOYS IS THE PRICE OF THE TOYS!!! MontBlanc Meisterstuck Doue Silver Barley MontBlanc Meisterstuck Solitaire Doue Signum Proud Card Carrying Member of the Curmudgeons.....Yikes!!!

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Lion "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Leo Location: Midwest Watch: GMT-II 16710 PEPSI Posts: 21,461	Lisa, great Pics of your yard, the boxwood really look nice!!! And your daughter looks really cute and imagine she can be a handful at times. Has her Dad ordered a chastity belt yet!!!!! __________________ SS GMT-II 16710 PEPSI(Z-serial#) THE ONLY DIFFERENCE BETWEEN MEN AND BOYS IS THE PRICE OF THE TOYS!!! MontBlanc Meisterstuck Doue Silver Barley MontBlanc Meisterstuck Solitaire Doue Signum Proud Card Carrying Member of the Curmudgeons.....Yikes!!!

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Lisa "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: oklahoma city Posts: 15,741	Jim - first off, please don't worry about your little guy. He'll be just fine. I still shudder to think of some of the stuff that happened to my kiddos when they were little - and it's still awful every time they get banged up - but they do survive and so will you! The landscape guys made a lot of progress today and will finish up tomorrow. Here's some pics... They got the boxwoods planted... Salvaged plants I'd put in last year - hydrangea, coral bells, dianthus, columbine, and some succulent green stuff? Flagstone for hose duty... And the icky holly shrubs are gone, the space ready for some yews... And then some pics of the yogurty munchkin... she's 21 months old now. Wonder if those eyes will end up being green!

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Jimbits76 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: UK Posts: 9,407	Landscape guy????? Wow Your Highness!!!!!!!!!!! Great pictures of your house Lisa. Even better pictures of V'. J

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ob1 Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Mark Location: canterbury Watch: new pussycat? Posts: 635	Hey Lisa, thought I'd just chime in to say how nice your house and gardens look. I've been building/converting a chapel into a house for the last 2 yrs. It never seems to end! I haven't got near the landscaping yet. Your daughter is very cute too. I have a 4yr old boy whose chops are permanently covered in something sticky too. Jim, Its terrible when you become a parent, you can't help but get worried at everything they do. When I was a child, I broke my legs, cracked my head open more than once, chopped the top of my finger of (got sewn back on though),got lost wherever my parents took us etc.. The worry I must have caused my parents! Now I'm a father and its very difficult to let your children find their own way, and when you hear of deaths like Ms. Richardson's it brings it home how fragile we all are. Mark

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Ashley "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Real Name: Ashley Location: Calgary Posts: 6,967	You know what totally made my night tonight? I went into a maternity store to buy something for my pregnant aunt, and the woman who worked their (the manager!) first asked if it was my first time in the store, then asked "So how far along are you?" :-\| it totally killed my good mood for probably a month!

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