TGIF - 6/20/08 - WooHoo!!!!!

15 years ago

Well, TGIF and a happy, happy celebration!

Today was Brendan's first day back at work! It's been a long road, but many thanks to all who supported him and us through this terrible ordeal. He was given last rights three times, but one year and four days after his assault, he is back in uniform. You can read an update at the link below.

In other exciting news, Brian was invited to run in the high school outdoor track championships, one of only 5 sophomores to go. He finished 20th in the country in a very strong field. WooHoo

So, it is an exciting day all-around. The weekend brings me down to earth though, with lots of yard work to continue and cleaning. I now understand the phrase "growing like weeds."

Probably some overtime this weekend too, since work has all of a sudden gotten crazy (don't these people know it's summertime?!)

I hope you have the happiest of all weekends.

*Clink*

Here's to you, Trooper! :)

Here is a link that might be useful: Back on the Job

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fearlessem
15 years ago
Oh Lori! HOORAY! Thank you for sharing such wonderful news -- I started to cry reading the article! And congrats to Brian too!

Thanks for starting my morning off with smiles!
Emily
User
15 years ago
I'll be raising a glass to Brendan tonight and to you and Brian as well Lori. Brendan's story is amazing.

Ann
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lindac
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Amazing guy!...And aren't you glad he's on your side?
Don't work too hard!!
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stacy3
15 years ago
oh my gosh, I am crying too. What an incredible story about an incredible man from an incredible family...

And Brian - 20th in the country - WOW! That's truly amazing. Don't work too hard Lori - Let the excitement carry over into the weekend a little...

I am behind here too. I had a very slow, very creepy outside house painter here for way too long - I didn't even want to be outside when he was here and I kept all the shades and curtains closed as I never knew what window he was going to show up at next...ewwww.

Today is Scott's b'day - but he is returning from Albany - or Blue Mountain Lodge or something. He won't be home til after dinner...We will celebrate tomorrow.

Clink - with some unsweetened iced tea w/ lemon - yum!

Stacy
wizardnm
15 years ago
Simply amazing!! Brendan is a role model for all.

Lori, thanks for the link.

TGIF to all!

The summer season gets into full swing this weekend here. The crowds are returning and there is something special going on in the area every week. Tomorrow, all the restaurants are under tents, serving up their specialities. Our research and development chef will be in the store making fish taco's using fresh whitefish. Ill sneak out at some point to see what goodies the restaurants are making. There's always strong competition among them.

Have a good weekend all!!!!

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caliloo
15 years ago
WHat a wonderful story! I will definitely be clinking to all of you later this afternoon.

Not a lot of excitement here this weekend, going to have a friend "re-do" the new laptop tonight, Vista is just awful so we are having it scrubbed and XP Pro will be reinstalled.

The rest of the weekend is going to be spent working on DS#1 room, we are emptying it for a complete overhaul. Paint, new flooring, etc will be done over the next few weeks.....

Have a happy and safe weeked everyone!

Alexa
rob333 (zone 7b)
15 years ago
Lori, While I think I may have posted only one post on your support threads (I didn't feel like I knew you well enough to say a lot more), I've been watching and hoping right there along with you. Most of us worry about lurkers seeing us in a bad light (when fights can occur), but there are also times they see what's good in you. This time, I'm saying something. Way to go, you've done what few of us could do. Your hardships are great, but your grace and inner strength are greater, well done. Futher, you're blessed to be part of such a great group who has helped you; way to go to those who have helped her. Last, Brendan is an amazing guy who obviously takes nothing for granted. Great job working to get what he wanted. He knows how he got there too. I'm proud of him. Raising my glasses to you, Lori, the Cooking Forum, and to Brendan. You're all wonderful in my book. The greatest of my blessings to you on this Friday!
dedtired
15 years ago
Wow, that story gives me goosebumps. What a comeback. I will be sure to keep within the speed limit and not drive drunk when I pass through Rhode Island this summer. Troope Doyle is not to be messed with.

My weeked will be a bit like Lori's. I have to edge the grass. I live on a corner and have a sidewalk, so that means three times the perimeter of my property (both sides of the sidewalk and along the curb). Oy. My back hurts thinking about it.

I also have to compose a note to leave in the door of my very weird neighbor who has been playing loud music every night. At least he plays stuff I like, but I really don't want to hear Bruce Springsteen when I'm trying to fall asleep. The neighbor is a very odd duck.

So, this weekend work. I am saving up play time for the Fourth.

Have a good one everyone -- and stay safe.
trixietx
15 years ago
Lori, your post and the article on Brendan touched my heart. I am so happy that you are healing and Brendan's story is a miracle, it's just incredible.

Good luck to Brian at the track meet!
triciae
15 years ago
Lori, Brendon's story is one of strength, courage, & the miraculous power of love for sure. What a courageous young man. The whole state of Rhode Island is blessed by his recovery.

Kudos to Brian! What an accompishment. You & your entire family are inspirations. Enjoy the gardening. If I were you, I'd just pull out a chair & enjoy your wonderful new view!

Tomorrow is our marina's annual fluke tournament.

We'll leave the marina party early to attend the Seaport's Annual Summer Soltice Party. This year's theme is the Rebirth of New Orleans. Dinner's gumbo and shrimp & andouille sausage jambalaya. Entertainment is Wycliffe Gordon, the 2001 and 2002 Jazz Journalists Association Critics' Choice Award for Best Trombone. At sunset he's going to play from the bow of the 'Joseph Conrad'. Then, it's dancing on the green with Wycliffe's quintet.

Sunday, we'll be too tired for much! Probably, a bit of garden stuff &, as usual, the weekend will be too short.

Stacy, glad the creepy painter is gone. Ick!

Nancy, enjoy the fish tacos & the other goodies. Summer's finally here! Hurray!

Alexa, don't work too hard.

dedtired, take it easy with that edging...don't hurt your back! Hope your neighbor cools it a bit...but, you're right, could be worse than the 'Boss'.

Have a great weekend. Hope everybody has terrific weather.

/tricia
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15 years ago
Woohoo is right. Thanks for the update Lori. It's a hell of a story. Brendan is a trooper in more ways than one. I'm going to share his story with Sara. It will be very inspiring for her.

Gorgeous weather here, would love to be up North but have city plans.

My GF is taking me out today for a birthday lunch. Tonight her DH will join us after work here and the four of us will have a few "pops". Barb and I won;t be hungry so I'll order in pizza for them.....or Clive can BBQ.

Tomorrow we have a 60th B-Day party for a friend , Sunday we are going to take a little road trip, maybe the wine country , maybe up to Mennonite country.

Have a great weekend everyone!
Bizzo
15 years ago
Lori, thanks for the link, and the wonderful news!!

I have a busy weekend ahead.. DH it out of town dealing with family drama, and my weekend's full - of both chores and friends...

*Clink* with ice water now, a little wine tonight
stacy3
15 years ago
Tricia, fun weekend - can't wait to hear about it.

Sharon, I had to post again...you made me think of my Great Aunt Evelyn who's been gone a number of years now.

She used to always ask for a glass of 7-up but then she'd tell whoever was getting it to "put a stick in it"...LOL. Once I understood what she meant, I just always thought that was so funny. Enjoy your "pops".

Stacy
bunnyman
15 years ago
Good to see you happy Lori!

I'll be seeking a cool comfortable chair this weekend to relax in. A little gardening to be done. Dolly has a new game where she runs around me in circles and I have to slap her bottom as she passes. If I fail to take a swipe she stops and looks puzzled. Dolly is quick and I often can't make contact as she whizzes past. This delights her to no end and seems to be her way of scoring a goal. The cats are all disgusted with the dog getting their attention.

Tonight will be a good night to drink under the stars. I have some apple/blueberry wine that is calling for a solstice celebration. Plenty of wine for me and some I will spill as an offering to the earth in memory of those that have walked here before me. Good to be so wealthy that I have wine to make offerings with. Those that wish to join the party only need take their drink outside and we will be together under the stars!

: )
lyra
dedtired
15 years ago
Lyra -- I love that idea! I'll be joining you.
Gina_W
15 years ago
Lori, that's wonderful news about Brendan. Brendan is one of my heroes. We should all live our life with such spirit and will to go on!

I'll keep that in mind today as I started out the morning in a sour mood. Deep breath. Moving on!

Table tennis tournament tomorrow. I'm not playing - I haven't started playing competitively in these tournaments yet. But soon. I will go to cheer on my DH and the club members, and to watch and learn.

Sunday I start Pilates. My car is very dirty. I have to do something about that too :-)
robinkateb
15 years ago
Lori, your Wahoo of joy could be heard here in Vermont!! It also caused me to read a thread i don't normall yeven look at. That article is amazing and I have tears in my eyes. Congrtatulations to Brendan and all who love him. I see Bob's hand in this beyond the 6 monthes he coached him back to health.

-Robin
stacy3
15 years ago
Lyra, I'll be under the stars with you and Pam...that is a nice thought.

I will be celebrating. Creepydude is here taking the last of his ladders away. YEA!!!!
rachelellen
15 years ago
Indeed! Oh, I went and got all weepy and now I feel silly for having been so annoyed and bothered that it's going to be so hot this weekend that the yardwork I've wanted to do will be unpleasant rather than a joy. Jeepers, that should be my only challenge!

I will raise my cocktail this evening to the fortitude and steadfast courage of the young American men who reassure me that our country and culture will be equal to the challenges that face us.
sally2_gw
15 years ago
Yeah! I'm so happy for Brendan and Brian! Such a courageous man, and I'm proud of Brian, too. Wooo hooo!

Sally
lakeguy35
15 years ago
TGIF everyone!!

Lori, that it is just so cool...he is a fine young man and it goes to show you what you can do if you give it your all... and it's been a year already...same goes for you... I read your posts but have only posted once or twice. I can honestly say you are an amazing lady.... keep on keepin' on your doing great with all that you have been through this past year...((hugs)) to you and the kids!

Another busy weekend here, just got in after dinner out with friends. Helping take care of DS kids this weekend while she takes in her 20th high school reunion..pool day tomorrow and a BBQ. Sunday is chores and I hope to go check out some new flooring for the kitchen...not sure if that will happen or not..lol..I'll probably sleep in.

Joining lyra and the rest of you with a late night clink under the stars and a dip in the pool...

Have a great weekend everyone!

David
sooz
15 years ago
Sooooooo nice to read happy news about Brendan!

Doing the happy dance!
Sooz
compumom
15 years ago
Woohoo is right! I'm all choked up after reading about Brendan's amazing recovery and return to his job. What a guy! Bob must have been a wonderful dad, and whoohoo to Brian too! You and your family are such an inspiration!

Today was graduation, 22 seniors were roasted and toasted as they graduated in the hot sun today. 3 cheers to them, their parents and the fabulous school staff!
The staff celebrated following graduation and then dinner with DH at a delicious restaurant nearby. It was scorching hot today and tomorrow looks like more of the same. Clinking with something tall and cool!
jessyf
15 years ago
WTG Brendan! Lori, is that the good news in his future you alluded to in Support #7 or is there something more?

Lyra, it has been so hot here (Ellen how did everyone get through graduation!!!) that we still had the A/C on at 9:30 at night. More today and tomorrow.

Yesterday I took DS #1 to the DMV to take his written provisional driver license test. He passed, dang. California requires six hours profe$$ional driver training, and that starts next Saturday! Clear the roads!

Tonight I go to my High School 30th reiunion. I have't even been to one of them. I contacted someone I used to be freinds with and we're looking forward to hooking up again. I'm leaving DH at home - why do people take spouses, they will only be bored! I'm going with a synagogue member - someone connected the dots for us. We never knew each other in high school, but interact a lot now. Small world.

Tomorrow I dump DS #2 off at computer camp. Heh heh. Buh-bye!

Trying to stay cool. It will be record breaking HOT here this weekend, so hot I didn't make a challah yesterday, I didn't want to turn on the oven. Yikes!

Clink with iced tea!
compumom
15 years ago
Jess, We didn't have any major casualties during the 2+hour ceremony, but I was dripping! Many stayed in the hot sun, --luckily it's held at the Yacht Club at the Marina, but others retreated far to the rear which held some shade. Frankly, the ceremony was too darn long and the class was large. Next year's class is larger, so a change in the format must be made. I slathered the sun screen and wore a white linen shirt over my sleeveless tank and slacks,but my chest still found a way to get slightly burned. I was the photographer, so didn't wear a hat (it interferes with my camera) but next year if it's hot, I'm NOT sitting out in the sun, let them hire someone else! LOL
compumom
15 years ago
I forgot to comment on beautiful Sara! Sharon, she looks fabulous, from that photo I have no idea about facial paralysis, just a beautiful smile. I thought she might have had to shave her head, but it looks like most if not all of her hair is in tact. Good for Sara, and she really looks happy about those ribs!
Tracey_OH
15 years ago
Lots of good, happy news on the forum this weekend! Congrats to both Brendan and Sara for working so hard and overcoming such challenges!

Baseball, baseball, and more baseball this weekend. Munchkin #2 is playing a tournament, but as they have not yet won a game, we should be done tonight.

Happy weekend everyone!

Tracey
bunnyman
15 years ago
Thank-you for joining me. The fireflies were so spectacular.

Ah Jessy. About 58 degrees here. Shame we can't trade a little cool for a little heat.

lyra

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TGIF - 6/20/08 - WooHoo!!!!!

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