Qubanqtee Posted August 6, 2017 Share Posted August 6, 2017 On 8/3/2017, 2:00:45, L Swearengin said: Where in SOCA? Humidity? Wow. Never saw a humid day until I left the state in 73 yesterday humidity was 66% ...it's been averaging high 40's for humidity which is unheard of for us ....I'm in Rancho Cucamonga ...on the way to Palm Springs and Vegas 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thimble Hall Posted August 6, 2017 Share Posted August 6, 2017 Well this will sound very silly to most folks but I am planning a trip. First let me put you in the picture. For many years my husband drove me everywhere, when my husband was too ill and had to give up driving I hardly went out as I was caring for him, after he went into the care home I started to drive again but I only drove the car within my own town for groceries etc but if it was anything other than that my daughter or SIL drove me. I realized that is silly as I am perfectly good driver I have just got out of the habit and we have had tons of road changes near me so single lanes are now triples and it seems a bit scary. Well I have decided that I am going to drive to the US border today or tomorrow, it will be a dry run to get me ready for collecting the stuff I have shipped to my US address I have over there .It is 20 years since I did this. I have map, a full tank and am ready to go, I just need the courage to start. It is not far but in my heart I feel like I am driving across Canada. So that is what I am doing this week, very small, very simple but very scary...mmm will I/won't I. This is very daunting XX Jeannine 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Qubanqtee Posted August 6, 2017 Share Posted August 6, 2017 3 minutes ago, Jeannine said: Well this will sound very silly to most folks but I am planning a trip. First let me put you in the picture. For many years my husband drove me everywhere, when my husband was too ill and had to give up driving I hardly went out as I was caring for him, after he went into the care home I started to drive again but I only drove the car within my own town for groceries etc but if it was anything other than that my daughter or SIL drove me. I realized that is silly as I am perfectly good driver I have just got out of the habit and we have had tons of road changes near me so single lanes are now triples and it seems a bit scary. Well I have decided that I am going to drive to the US border today or tomorrow, it will be a dry run to get me ready for collecting the stuff I have shipped to my US address I have over there .It is 20 years since I did this. I have map, a full tank and am ready to go, I just need the courage to start. It is not far but in my heart I feel like I am driving across Canada. So that is what I am doing this week, very small, very simple but very scary...mmm will I/won't I. This is very daunting XX Jeannine Jeannine, I'm very excited for you that you're grabbing the bull by the horns and taking the plunge!!! Please keep us posted and snap a picture when you get to the border! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KathieB Posted August 6, 2017 Share Posted August 6, 2017 57 minutes ago, Jeannine said: Well this will sound very silly to most folks but I am planning a trip. ... I have map, a full tank and am ready to go, I just need the courage to start. It is not far but in my heart I feel like I am driving across Canada. ...So that is what I am doing this week, very small, very simple but very scary...mmm will I/won't I. This is very daunting Jeannine, I know the feeling. Although I was a fearless driver for years, even crossing the country alone once, Then for 13 years II didn't drive except for the odd short, brief run. When my husband died earlier this year, I had to start driving in New Orleans, a city designed to get one lost with a mix of curving streets (dictated by the bend in the river) and an interstate system dropped right on top of the maze. It took me a few months to get relatively comfortable, but now I've even managed a couple round trips to Atlanta, with two more planned for the coming weeks. Don't get me wrong, I'd love to have a chauffeur, but I know I can do it myself now. I'm sure you'll handle the trip well. You go, girl! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havanaholly Posted August 6, 2017 Share Posted August 6, 2017 1 hour ago, Jeannine said: ...very small, very simple but very scary...mmm will I/won't I. This is very daunting... Every journey begin with a step out the door. You go, girl! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thimble Hall Posted August 6, 2017 Share Posted August 6, 2017 Thank you so much, I have goose bumps now but I am determined, tidying all up today, then tomorrow I am off. If I get nervous I will envision that little cheerleader picture cheering me on. Oh and I forgot 1 thing, there is a Greenleaf kit available on craigs list almost at the border , very close to where I will be crossingso I may just feel comfortable enough to make an extra turn and grab it 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havanaholly Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 I'm looking forward to reading bout your successes when you come back home. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
L Swearengin Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 14 hours ago, Qubanqtee said: yesterday humidity was 66% ...it's been averaging high 40's for humidity which is unheard of for us ....I'm in Rancho Cucamonga ...on the way to Palm Springs and Vegas Grew up in Placentia, brother lives in Redlands. I love the desert, but alas the hubby hates CA. Be careful of fires. Best Greek I've had is in Baker. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thimble Hall Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 Well gals, I did it, I made it to the border, crossed the border, bought some cheese and drove home..now there is a big leap for mankind.. 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mid-life madness Posted August 7, 2017 Share Posted August 7, 2017 2 minutes ago, Jeannine said: Well gals, I did it, I made it to the border, crossed the border, bought some cheese and drove home..now there is a big leap for mankind.. Good for you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beulah Posted August 8, 2017 Share Posted August 8, 2017 you did it. Wooooohooooo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aquamarineus Posted August 8, 2017 Share Posted August 8, 2017 My new set of toyo tires that I ordered from 4WheelOnline arrived. I changed my tires a while ago and did some car cleaning. Ready for test drive tomorrow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sable Posted August 8, 2017 Share Posted August 8, 2017 My sister passed away this morning. Although it was expected, I'm still kind of numb and in a daze. I keep playing the song "Falling Slowly" over and over. It sort of explains our relationship, her choice to not fight her cancer and my interpretation of the song's lyrics 'sinking boat' Her wish was to be buried at sea in a steel casket off of Ft Lauderdale. Although she didn't have a penny to her name, I will see that her wish is granted. Enough said. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rodentraiser Posted August 8, 2017 Share Posted August 8, 2017 Oh, Sable, I'm so sorry. I can't imagine what you're going through. {{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{hugs}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}} Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sable Posted August 8, 2017 Share Posted August 8, 2017 Thank you so much, Kelly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havanaholly Posted August 8, 2017 Share Posted August 8, 2017 {{{hugs}}} from me & prayers for happy memories, Denise. Jeannine, I knew you could do it! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beulah Posted August 8, 2017 Share Posted August 8, 2017 Oh Sable I am so sorry. I know the feeling. Sending you a big hug. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mid-life madness Posted August 8, 2017 Share Posted August 8, 2017 Sable., prayers for comfort and peace to you and your family. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
L Swearengin Posted August 8, 2017 Share Posted August 8, 2017 Sabel, prayers for healing. (Can not "like" your post) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thimble Hall Posted August 8, 2017 Share Posted August 8, 2017 Sable I am so sorry. You two must have been very close. hugs XX Jeannine 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
My Miniature Madness Posted August 8, 2017 Share Posted August 8, 2017 She is lucky to have a sister that cares about her wishes, Denise. It's difficult when we have to take responsibility for the choices of other people, especially family. You must feel a little dumped on with having dealt with so many issues surrounding your brother-in-law's estate recently. You are a good person for also taking this on. I hope you find peace in that. Big hugs, Jodi 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havanaholly Posted August 8, 2017 Share Posted August 8, 2017 We heard back from the contractor last week and in the AM we are taking The Kid back to his (hopefully) now-completed house in Tallahassee. I'm cooking him one last shrimp dinner tonight to hold him until his next visit in December. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Qubanqtee Posted August 8, 2017 Share Posted August 8, 2017 Sable, so very sorry for your loss 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Qubanqtee Posted August 8, 2017 Share Posted August 8, 2017 Jeannine!!!!! yay! so glad you made there and back! What an adventure and now you'll be ready for more! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbresr Posted August 8, 2017 Share Posted August 8, 2017 Oh Sable. I am so very sorry. I will hold you in my prayers. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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