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2013-04-25 7:58 PM
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I'm so far behind in here.  Anyhows, good swim tonight at masters.  I'll miss the college kids when they're gone for the summer.


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TriAya - 2013-04-25 3:11 PM

Speaking of shenanigans ...

The new mentor season is very shortly upon us (another reason why I'm not starting a new Manatees thread). I figure we keep the same format (I'll update my bio with the appropriate amount of new DNFs) ... there's no ONE or TWO mentors; we're all here to share and share alike. If there's any dispute, whoever sends me Pop Tarts wins.

I'll take care of administrative stuff and maybe have some real hanky panky whoopee fun by selectively editing some of your posts. Laughing

I also vote we open the group up (briefly) to let more (a very few) Manatees swim with the pod.

Sounds good to me.

2013-04-25 9:26 PM
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Asalzwed - 2013-04-25 6:50 PM

I just clicked on a link for something on our SBUX website and it opened like 100 internet explorer windows. I effing hate anything to do with internet explorer and am ashamed it comes from the great NW. 

 

I guess my rant is over but not promises.

AD BLOCK!

Also, why were you using IE?

2013-04-25 9:28 PM
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MadMathemagician - 2013-04-25 7:39 PM

Hot wings and a cold beer.    Modern day ambrosia, methinks.

 

Just sayin' because I have nothing better to say....    Cool

Yum.  I didn't have beer at the race (lines waaaaay too long for a sick baby), but I'd bought some the day before: bourbon coffee stout.  So good.  Drinking it now.

2013-04-25 9:28 PM
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Also, race report from tonight!
2013-04-25 11:07 PM
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Asalzwed - 2013-04-26 5:34 AM

4agoodlife - 2013-04-25 5:15 PM ok... now looks like a good time for an update since nothing fun or exciting seems to be happening for me to rain on. I got "the call" yesterday late morning. Mom said Grandma went peacefully... in her sleep... in her bed... in her room... at home with one of her daughters sitting beside her. Just how we all hoped. I am very sad I missed her by such a short time, but I know the woman lying in the bed wasn't who I really wanted to see. It makes her last instructions to " Remember me how I was, not how I am" not nearly as difficult. I also know she would slap me silly for crying over her. So it's time to smile and celebrate the phenomenal woman she was. Thank you all for your thoughts and prayers!

Ah, so sorry to hear that. Glad you can focus on the celebration aspect! I think that is very important as death is one of the 100% guarantees in life.

Thinking of you and your family today!

x2 I have been praying for your family and glad to hear she passed peacefully and sad to hear that she's gone, all at once.

Me, I'm still so (in a good way) overwhelmed by my dad's memorial, I can't quite talk about it yet.

I also can't stop crying today. It's the first time I've really cried or let go since my dad died and frankly, it kind of sucks.

And for once, just for once, I wish it wasn't bullshyte all day every day from everybody today, but nope, it's just another normal day at the Crazy Castle. No running water, no phone, but a lot of real &$%#! and on the business side of things too. I think I'm finally breaking down. Surprised it took this long.

Also got a really nasty text from my neighbor (again) about my dogs. That's a whole 'nother issue, and too bad, it's HIS issue. I've looked really really carefully at my part in things, tried to look at things from his point of view, had very diplomatic discussions with other neighbors, and the conclusion is that most of his wife's in-laws have moved in with them into their tiny 2-bedroom home and he's going nuts.

The other day he threw large rocks at our other neighbor's gate in the middle of the night because he claims their dog was barking too much (same claim about my dog). Nobody woke up over the dogs, but our entire block woke up to the sound of large rocks connecting with an iron-sheet gate at high speed.



2013-04-26 12:10 AM
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TriAya - 2013-04-26 4:07 PM
Asalzwed - 2013-04-26 5:34 AM

4agoodlife - 2013-04-25 5:15 PM ok... now looks like a good time for an update since nothing fun or exciting seems to be happening for me to rain on. I got "the call" yesterday late morning. Mom said Grandma went peacefully... in her sleep... in her bed... in her room... at home with one of her daughters sitting beside her. Just how we all hoped. I am very sad I missed her by such a short time, but I know the woman lying in the bed wasn't who I really wanted to see. It makes her last instructions to " Remember me how I was, not how I am" not nearly as difficult. I also know she would slap me silly for crying over her. So it's time to smile and celebrate the phenomenal woman she was. Thank you all for your thoughts and prayers!

Ah, so sorry to hear that. Glad you can focus on the celebration aspect! I think that is very important as death is one of the 100% guarantees in life.

Thinking of you and your family today!

x2 I have been praying for your family and glad to hear she passed peacefully and sad to hear that she's gone, all at once.

Me, I'm still so (in a good way) overwhelmed by my dad's memorial, I can't quite talk about it yet.

I also can't stop crying today. It's the first time I've really cried or let go since my dad died and frankly, it kind of sucks.

And for once, just for once, I wish it wasn't bullshyte all day every day from everybody today, but nope, it's just another normal day at the Crazy Castle. No running water, no phone, but a lot of real &$%#! and on the business side of things too. I think I'm finally breaking down. Surprised it took this long.

Also got a really nasty text from my neighbor (again) about my dogs. That's a whole 'nother issue, and too bad, it's HIS issue. I've looked really really carefully at my part in things, tried to look at things from his point of view, had very diplomatic discussions with other neighbors, and the conclusion is that most of his wife's in-laws have moved in with them into their tiny 2-bedroom home and he's going nuts.

The other day he threw large rocks at our other neighbor's gate in the middle of the night because he claims their dog was barking too much (same claim about my dog). Nobody woke up over the dogs, but our entire block woke up to the sound of large rocks connecting with an iron-sheet gate at high speed.

It does suck but it needs to happen it's part of the deal ...

Your neighbour sounds nuts.

All I can do is send hugs.  Be well.

2013-04-26 12:13 AM
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TriAya - 2013-04-25 11:07 PM
Asalzwed - 2013-04-26 5:34 AM

4agoodlife - 2013-04-25 5:15 PM ok... now looks like a good time for an update since nothing fun or exciting seems to be happening for me to rain on. I got "the call" yesterday late morning. Mom said Grandma went peacefully... in her sleep... in her bed... in her room... at home with one of her daughters sitting beside her. Just how we all hoped. I am very sad I missed her by such a short time, but I know the woman lying in the bed wasn't who I really wanted to see. It makes her last instructions to " Remember me how I was, not how I am" not nearly as difficult. I also know she would slap me silly for crying over her. So it's time to smile and celebrate the phenomenal woman she was. Thank you all for your thoughts and prayers!

Ah, so sorry to hear that. Glad you can focus on the celebration aspect! I think that is very important as death is one of the 100% guarantees in life.

Thinking of you and your family today!

x2 I have been praying for your family and glad to hear she passed peacefully and sad to hear that she's gone, all at once.

Me, I'm still so (in a good way) overwhelmed by my dad's memorial, I can't quite talk about it yet.

I also can't stop crying today. It's the first time I've really cried or let go since my dad died and frankly, it kind of sucks.

And for once, just for once, I wish it wasn't bullshyte all day every day from everybody today, but nope, it's just another normal day at the Crazy Castle. No running water, no phone, but a lot of real &$%#! and on the business side of things too. I think I'm finally breaking down. Surprised it took this long.

Also got a really nasty text from my neighbor (again) about my dogs. That's a whole 'nother issue, and too bad, it's HIS issue. I've looked really really carefully at my part in things, tried to look at things from his point of view, had very diplomatic discussions with other neighbors, and the conclusion is that most of his wife's in-laws have moved in with them into their tiny 2-bedroom home and he's going nuts.

The other day he threw large rocks at our other neighbor's gate in the middle of the night because he claims their dog was barking too much (same claim about my dog). Nobody woke up over the dogs, but our entire block woke up to the sound of large rocks connecting with an iron-sheet gate at high speed.

Well, I think that's a good thing that you can finally really - I dunno, feel it? It sucks that you have to deal with a bunch of BS at the same time. I guess just control the things you can and let the rest go (ie your azzhole neighbor)
2013-04-26 12:21 AM
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Asalzwed - 2013-04-26 12:13 PM Well, I think that's a good thing that you can finally really - I dunno, feel it? It sucks that you have to deal with a bunch of BS at the same time. I guess just control the things you can and let the rest go (ie your azzhole neighbor)

Good advice really no matter what the issue is.

And he is an azzhole, so I'll just let him be an azzhole.

2013-04-26 12:24 AM
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TriAya - 2013-04-26 12:21 AM

Asalzwed - 2013-04-26 12:13 PM Well, I think that's a good thing that you can finally really - I dunno, feel it? It sucks that you have to deal with a bunch of BS at the same time. I guess just control the things you can and let the rest go (ie your azzhole neighbor)

Good advice really no matter what the issue is.

And he is an azzhole, so I'll just let him be an azzhole.

Well if you need a laugh, and speaking of azzholes... We named Stevie's Hellen. As in Mt. St. Helens.
2013-04-26 12:24 AM
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jobaxas - 2013-04-26 12:10 PM

It does suck but it needs to happen it's part of the deal ...

Your neighbour sounds nuts.

All I can do is send hugs.  Be well.

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2013-04-26 12:27 AM
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Well, I can't control much today, including my feelings, but I still seem to be in possession of some of my faculties, including free will and the ability to move my limbs.

I don't even want to get out of bed today (although I have, and am dressed, but am back in it now) and am hurting from head to toe, but I might try to get myself out the door for a nice soothing self-care EASY recovery swim. Somehow floating in water always makes me feel better.

Also, they have showers there.

2013-04-26 12:29 AM
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Also I hate you. And I never want to go to the pool again. Except I have to. Tomorrow.
2013-04-26 12:33 AM
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Asalzwed - 2013-04-26 12:29 PM Also I hate you. And I never want to go to the pool again. Except I have to. Tomorrow.

I knew SOMEBODY could put a smile on my face today! Cool

I actually do feel so much better now.

I really wish the bankers would show up so they can hand over the new materials and I can give them my dad's ones back. And go to the pool, and MAYBE transfer your hate to Sheila. But probably, I'll just LAZY-, not competition-dogpaddle.

2013-04-26 12:34 AM
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Asalzwed - 2013-04-25 10:24 PM
TriAya - 2013-04-26 12:21 AM

Asalzwed - 2013-04-26 12:13 PM Well, I think that's a good thing that you can finally really - I dunno, feel it? It sucks that you have to deal with a bunch of BS at the same time. I guess just control the things you can and let the rest go (ie your azzhole neighbor)

Good advice really no matter what the issue is.

And he is an azzhole, so I'll just let him be an azzhole.

Well if you need a laugh, and speaking of azzholes... We named Stevie's Hellen. As in Mt. St. Helens.

So, are you telling me that we are riding in honour of your dogs butthole?

 

Meh, as long as there is beer I guess.

2013-04-26 12:35 AM
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Asalzwed - 2013-04-25 10:13 PM
TriAya - 2013-04-25 11:07 PM
Asalzwed - 2013-04-26 5:34 AM

4agoodlife - 2013-04-25 5:15 PM ok... now looks like a good time for an update since nothing fun or exciting seems to be happening for me to rain on. I got "the call" yesterday late morning. Mom said Grandma went peacefully... in her sleep... in her bed... in her room... at home with one of her daughters sitting beside her. Just how we all hoped. I am very sad I missed her by such a short time, but I know the woman lying in the bed wasn't who I really wanted to see. It makes her last instructions to " Remember me how I was, not how I am" not nearly as difficult. I also know she would slap me silly for crying over her. So it's time to smile and celebrate the phenomenal woman she was. Thank you all for your thoughts and prayers!

Ah, so sorry to hear that. Glad you can focus on the celebration aspect! I think that is very important as death is one of the 100% guarantees in life.

Thinking of you and your family today!

x2 I have been praying for your family and glad to hear she passed peacefully and sad to hear that she's gone, all at once.

Me, I'm still so (in a good way) overwhelmed by my dad's memorial, I can't quite talk about it yet.

I also can't stop crying today. It's the first time I've really cried or let go since my dad died and frankly, it kind of sucks.

And for once, just for once, I wish it wasn't bullshyte all day every day from everybody today, but nope, it's just another normal day at the Crazy Castle. No running water, no phone, but a lot of real &$%#! and on the business side of things too. I think I'm finally breaking down. Surprised it took this long.

Also got a really nasty text from my neighbor (again) about my dogs. That's a whole 'nother issue, and too bad, it's HIS issue. I've looked really really carefully at my part in things, tried to look at things from his point of view, had very diplomatic discussions with other neighbors, and the conclusion is that most of his wife's in-laws have moved in with them into their tiny 2-bedroom home and he's going nuts.

The other day he threw large rocks at our other neighbor's gate in the middle of the night because he claims their dog was barking too much (same claim about my dog). Nobody woke up over the dogs, but our entire block woke up to the sound of large rocks connecting with an iron-sheet gate at high speed.

Well, I think that's a good thing that you can finally really - I dunno, feel it? It sucks that you have to deal with a bunch of BS at the same time. I guess just control the things you can and let the rest go (ie your azzhole neighbor)

As my dear departed friend used to say, the only way to the other side is to go through it.  Sorry you are feeling it all now, but glad too, y'know?  Hugs from Canada too.



2013-04-26 12:37 AM
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bcraht - 2013-04-26 12:34 AM
Asalzwed - 2013-04-25 10:24 PM
TriAya - 2013-04-26 12:21 AM

Asalzwed - 2013-04-26 12:13 PM Well, I think that's a good thing that you can finally really - I dunno, feel it? It sucks that you have to deal with a bunch of BS at the same time. I guess just control the things you can and let the rest go (ie your azzhole neighbor)

Good advice really no matter what the issue is.

And he is an azzhole, so I'll just let him be an azzhole.

Well if you need a laugh, and speaking of azzholes... We named Stevie's Hellen. As in Mt. St. Helens.

So, are you telling me that we are riding in honour of your dogs butthole?

 

Meh, as long as there is beer I guess.

That's the spirit!
2013-04-26 12:40 AM
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bcraht - 2013-04-26 12:34 PM
Asalzwed - 2013-04-25 10:24 PM
TriAya - 2013-04-26 12:21 AM

Asalzwed - 2013-04-26 12:13 PM Well, I think that's a good thing that you can finally really - I dunno, feel it? It sucks that you have to deal with a bunch of BS at the same time. I guess just control the things you can and let the rest go (ie your azzhole neighbor)

Good advice really no matter what the issue is.

And he is an azzhole, so I'll just let him be an azzhole.

Well if you need a laugh, and speaking of azzholes... We named Stevie's Hellen. As in Mt. St. Helens.

So, are you telling me that we are riding in honour of your dogs butthole?

 

Meh, as long as there is beer I guess.

BAHAHAHA!

Frying-pan dogs and their farts. I miss my boxer pup Yodi in Los Angeles. My housemate (who kept her, they're a great pair, he farts as much as she does) sends pictures sometimes.

I so want to put that in my sig line.

2013-04-26 6:14 AM
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4agoodlife - 2013-04-25 6:15 PM ok... now looks like a good time for an update since nothing fun or exciting seems to be happening for me to rain on. I got "the call" yesterday late morning. Mom said Grandma went peacefully... in her sleep... in her bed... in her room... at home with one of her daughters sitting beside her. Just how we all hoped. I am very sad I missed her by such a short time, but I know the woman lying in the bed wasn't who I really wanted to see. It makes her last instructions to " Remember me how I was, not how I am" not nearly as difficult. I also know she would slap me silly for crying over her. So it's time to smile and celebrate the phenomenal woman she was. Thank you all for your thoughts and prayers!

Erin, I am sorry for your loss. Your outlook is awesome and I pray that you and yours are celebrating the wonderful life that your Grandma had. 

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TriAya - 2013-04-26 12:07 AM 

x2 I have been praying for your family and glad to hear she passed peacefully and sad to hear that she's gone, all at once.

Me, I'm still so (in a good way) overwhelmed by my dad's memorial, I can't quite talk about it yet.

I also can't stop crying today. It's the first time I've really cried or let go since my dad died and frankly, it kind of sucks.

And for once, just for once, I wish it wasn't bullshyte all day every day from everybody today, but nope, it's just another normal day at the Crazy Castle. No running water, no phone, but a lot of real &$%#! and on the business side of things too. I think I'm finally breaking down. Surprised it took this long.

Also got a really nasty text from my neighbor (again) about my dogs. That's a whole 'nother issue, and too bad, it's HIS issue. I've looked really really carefully at my part in things, tried to look at things from his point of view, had very diplomatic discussions with other neighbors, and the conclusion is that most of his wife's in-laws have moved in with them into their tiny 2-bedroom home and he's going nuts.

The other day he threw large rocks at our other neighbor's gate in the middle of the night because he claims their dog was barking too much (same claim about my dog). Nobody woke up over the dogs, but our entire block woke up to the sound of large rocks connecting with an iron-sheet gate at high speed.

Yanti, I am praying for your strength and peace. I have been waiting for this to happen, as it is part of the process. You have been so strong for Mutti and all those around you, but sometimes you just need to get inside yourself, and release. It looks like it will happen for you when you are in the water, away from the world and simply alone with your thoughts of your father. Take care of you, and let the other neighbors take care of the unhappy neighbor. Or we could send Stacey, her band of mastiffs and some floss.Wink

More prayers and {{{HUGS}}}

2013-04-26 7:51 AM
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4agoodlife - 2013-04-25 6:15 PM ok... now looks like a good time for an update since nothing fun or exciting seems to be happening for me to rain on. I got "the call" yesterday late morning. Mom said Grandma went peacefully... in her sleep... in her bed... in her room... at home with one of her daughters sitting beside her. Just how we all hoped. I am very sad I missed her by such a short time, but I know the woman lying in the bed wasn't who I really wanted to see. It makes her last instructions to " Remember me how I was, not how I am" not nearly as difficult. I also know she would slap me silly for crying over her. So it's time to smile and celebrate the phenomenal woman she was. Thank you all for your thoughts and prayers!

Sorry to hear that, Erin.  But you sound like you have the right idea - to focus on what a great life your grandma lived.  But PS - it's ok to be sad too! I personally don't like crying in front of people (I'm slightly emotionally stunted) but it does feel good, so let it out when you need to!



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TriAya - 2013-04-23 12:10 AM

At IMNZ there wasn't even a bit of tent or cloth screen up in front of the change tents ... completely open on both ends and anybody could see in!

Nobody cared. Nobody's watching you. If it makes you feel better to wear a towel, go ahead, but believe me, everybody is so focused on their own race you could probably do the hula naked in there and no one would notice. The volunteers are so focused on doing their jobs and getting everyone in and out of there quickly with all their gear with them or back in the bag.

The spectators are so busy looking for "their" participant/s and cheering people on that they're not looking in the tent either (although most IMs they can't see in).

A lot of the European IMs don't even have separate M/F change tents.

Now we know the whole story...

Are ya achin' (yup yup yup)

For some bacon (yup yup yup)

You can be a big pig too, OY!

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MadMathemagician - 2013-04-25 7:39 PM

Hot wings and a cold beer.    Modern day ambrosia, methinks.

 

Just sayin' because I have nothing better to say....    Cool

Mmmmmm....What's better than hot wings and beer? <drool>

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ArielLIlB - 2013-04-26 8:53 AM
MadMathemagician - 2013-04-25 7:39 PM

Hot wings and a cold beer.    Modern day ambrosia, methinks.

 

Just sayin' because I have nothing better to say....    Cool

Mmmmmm....What's better than hot wings and beer?

Um, Hot wings, COLD beer, and good company???

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cdban66 - 2013-04-26 9:04 AM
ArielLIlB - 2013-04-26 8:53 AM
MadMathemagician - 2013-04-25 7:39 PM

Hot wings and a cold beer.    Modern day ambrosia, methinks.

 

Just sayin' because I have nothing better to say....    Cool

Mmmmmm....What's better than hot wings and beer?

Um, Hot wings, COLD beer, and good company???

Ah, you got me! Neither tastes the same when you're alone!

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