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Post by casimira on Jul 28, 2021 17:38:20 GMT
I see Jackie Mason has died. I thought him a really funny man. I'm so glad you posted this Mick. My husband and I were always huge fans of him. We made a point of watching some videos of his shows after hearing that he had died. Being a fellow NYer, some were so "spot on" for me. I'm thrilled to hear that someone from "across the Pond" appreciated his particular brand of humor.
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Post by mickthecactus on Jul 28, 2021 20:20:38 GMT
Thanks casi. I was actually surprised that nobody else acknowledged it.
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Post by cheerypeabrain on Jul 28, 2021 20:46:02 GMT
I used to work with a girl called Jacki Mason...
I know the name but can't put a face to the chap..I will google.
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Post by bixaorellana on Jul 28, 2021 23:46:34 GMT
Hugs & a big thank you, dear Tod!
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Post by tod2 on Aug 2, 2021 14:08:07 GMT
There are days when I wake up and immediately think....what's happening today? Have I thought of something to do? Should I start tidying up that cupboard or leave it until I feel like doing it? Questions questions... until I read an article in the Sunday paper telling us - "Don't Worry, You're not going insane. You're Languishing" What an appropriate word for the way I feel most days! A sort of medium state of distress. It's a charged apathy or an indifference, a bitter nostalgia, a languid automatism. It's the feeling that precedes the urge to stay in bed and skip a shower.
It has been over a year since the pandemic irrevocably altered the fabric of our lives as we once knew them, and many of us are registering a strange sensation that tethers us all to the present. According to psychologists the term for what many of us are experiencing or embodying right now is "Languishing". You may be conscious of experiencing tell-tale symptoms, like an inability to concentrate, indifference in the face of activities and hobbies that you once found stimulating, and it's like every day is Groundhog Day. According to a bevy of psychological and psychiatric professionals, our "Languishing" is an appropriate response to the combination of acute stress and trauma, boredom and sameness that we have all been subject to since the novel Coronavirus made it's global debut. It's a unique form of grief and a unique coping mechanism.
Well that's a relief. Now I'll get on with more languishing....
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Post by casimira on Aug 2, 2021 14:25:15 GMT
Yes, exactly Tod. I have likened it to Ground Hog's Day on many occasions and also have difficulty with keeping track of what day of the week it is.
Another word used for it is a lost name for the emotion we're all feeling right now: ACEDIA.
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Post by cheerypeabrain on Aug 2, 2021 15:00:56 GMT
I've noticed an awful lot of folk around here are ordering skips and sorting out their excess baggage. Our skip was collected yesterday, emptied, then delivered to the house three doors down (same driver, same skip!).
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Post by tod2 on Aug 2, 2021 15:48:06 GMT
Cheery, do you think this is because people are bored to death with mundane chores and have decided to start the clear=out they should have don 20 yrs ago? OR is it simply giving themselves something to occupy their time.? I guess you will never know but it's an intriguing question...
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Post by cheerypeabrain on Aug 2, 2021 16:25:15 GMT
Chatting to neighbours it's a combination of both Tod, altho most people on this street are retired so haven't been on furlough from work. Also no doubt the sight of one neighbour merrily decluttering has inspired others.
Today Jeff took me to a new hobby shop and persuaded me to buy a sewing machine (he's been going on about getting one for ages). I was worried about learning to 'drive' one but it's been ok so far. I've never used one before. So far all I've done is practice loading bobbins with cotton and threading the darned thing...I've sewn a few practice stitches too. It will come in handy when I make the cot quilt for my great-grand-baby...
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Post by bixaorellana on Aug 2, 2021 16:34:00 GMT
I predict that once you get going with that thing there will be no stopping you, Cheery. Honestly, when I look at your fabulous creations I always wonder how you held out on using a machine for so long.
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Post by cheerypeabrain on Aug 2, 2021 16:38:55 GMT
Aw..you are very kind Bixa dear...I love hand sewing tho...in the evening I often sit stitching away in front of the tv, it's very relaxing. I'm keen to see whether dolls made using a sewing machine are more robust than the hand stitched ones...but I think it'll be cushion covers and easy stuff for a while...
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Post by tod2 on Aug 3, 2021 11:59:19 GMT
So pleased for you Cheery - Now all you need is me....Err, I mean my fabric shop!
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Post by questa on Aug 3, 2021 12:28:19 GMT
Did the "meet and greet" part of my doggy ownership yesterday. Little darling gave my friend a salutary sniff and rub then made a bee-line to where I was sitting on a sofa. Climbed onto my lap as I leant back and she snuggled into my chest and started licking over my pullover then dozed off. She was so warm and comfortable I nearly dozed off too. Next Sunday the Boss comes to inspect my premises...keep those fingers crossed. folks!
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Post by tod2 on Aug 3, 2021 12:37:12 GMT
Questa - They are not going to refuse you. Not in a million years. That doggie is yours! BTW, What is her name?
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Post by questa on Aug 3, 2021 12:51:03 GMT
She is called Sophie and I think that is a fine name for a companion dog. Means "Wisdom" and I think she has plenty of that. I'll tell you her back story after Sunday.
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Post by htmb on Aug 3, 2021 12:55:29 GMT
This is very exciting, Questa. Is little Sophie a puppy, or a fully grown dog?
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Post by kerouac2 on Aug 3, 2021 13:57:19 GMT
Looks like you've chosen each other.
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Post by casimira on Aug 3, 2021 14:48:39 GMT
Today Jeff took me to a new hobby shop and persuaded me to buy a sewing machine (he's been going on about getting one for ages). I was worried about learning to 'drive' one but it's been ok so far. I've never used one before. So far all I've done is practice loading bobbins with cotton and threading the darned thing...I've sewn a few practice stitches too. It will come in handy when I make the cot quilt for my great-grand-baby... I'm astounded that you of all people have never had a sewing machine. I had to read your post twice to comprehend this. As Bixa noted, there will be no stopping you now. I anticipate you will be sewing frocks for your granddaughter and more. I had 2 aunts who sewed up a storm. One would sew beautiful outfits for my Barbie doll while the other made gorgeous frocks for me, smocking and all.
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Post by questa on Aug 3, 2021 23:51:57 GMT
This is very exciting, Questa. Is little Sophie a puppy, or a fully grown dog? Sophie is 11 years old and apart from being overweight from too many snacks during lockdowns, in excellent health. One eye has that reflective look that makes me think of cataracts later on and she had some teeth removed but all the major health issues are good.
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Post by htmb on Aug 4, 2021 0:56:30 GMT
She sounds like a perfect match. Good luck!
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Post by questa on Aug 8, 2021 13:21:58 GMT
Well, the 2 people came to check security for my house and the proposed dog and they passed my place as suitable. So Monday I go to the foster home and bring home Sophie. I will post pics asap when she is settled in a bit. (The inspectors were quite impressed with the air-lock design all the outer doors have to prevent dogs from running off.)
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Post by htmb on Aug 8, 2021 13:49:33 GMT
Congratulations! You must be over the moon excited, Questa.
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Post by whatagain on Aug 8, 2021 14:18:29 GMT
Great news ! Sophie will be spoilt !
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Post by bixaorellana on Aug 8, 2021 15:27:38 GMT
Fabulous news, Questa ~ you & Sophie are so lucky!
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Post by tod2 on Aug 9, 2021 8:24:12 GMT
Congratulations Questa! I'm sure Sophie will soon be a svelte little lady as I'm sure you will love her enough to not give too may treats.
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Post by cheerypeabrain on Aug 9, 2021 19:03:46 GMT
Fabulous news about Sophie Questa....good luck dear girl x
I'm not enjoying using the sewing machine (or THAT INFERNAL MACHINE as I call it). Jeffers seems to think that I should know how to work it by now...because I'm a girl.
My very loud cussing (as I again fail completely to sew a straight line) has sent husband, son AND dog scuttling for cover.
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Post by kerouac2 on Aug 9, 2021 19:21:53 GMT
Keep them away from you during your apprenticeship! Or else make them prove that they know how to do better.
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Post by cheerypeabrain on Aug 9, 2021 19:33:38 GMT
The only thing that I've enjoy doing so far is filling the bobbins...I got 4 with the machine and they're all full...
The room clears whenever I start in on a task that the chaps know that I don't like...the ironing, floor washing and now...learning to drive the infernal machine....I do get quite snarly and my language deteriorates considerably....
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Post by onlyMark on Aug 9, 2021 20:13:44 GMT
(as I again fail completely to sew a straight line) I sew a straight line on a machine by drawing a straight line in tailors chalk where I want to sew. Then keep the line in the V formed by the middle of the foot. I don't go too fast, which takes some doing to keep the speed consistent until you get used to the sensitivity of the foot pedal, and keep both hands on the material, either side of the line, so I can ease it left or right if I think it's going to move off line. If it's a long sew, like the side of sun bed covers of which I did a few, I fold the material up first on my lap like a Viennetta ice cream. I use a table that isn't very wide and once the material has passed through the machine I let it drop off the other side onto the floor, which keeps it out of the way, stops it bunching, and tends to keep it tauter over the feed dogs. You are practising on some scrap material, no? Or are you past that stage?
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Post by kerouac2 on Aug 9, 2021 20:20:19 GMT
I had completely forgotten that Mark is our sewing expert. You can trust him.
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