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Seysonn_ 8a-NC/HZ-7
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Comments (2)Brenda, Not to worry. Here in Nova Scotia, we barely had any snow last year. We actually only had one snow storm which closed the schools, and normally there's at least 5 'snow' days. Our 2005/2006 winter was the warmest on record, but we still had some chills in February and March! If your soil in the containers is about 3" deep and you've soaked it before sowing the seeds, there won't be any need to start watering - or even checking for watering - until the weather starts warming up. Just make sure you have holes in the top for the rain and the snow to get in. If you are doing the 2 liter pop bottles, the cap being off is sufficient. Welcome to winter sowing and many successes!...See MoreLet's talk about the weather
Comments (22)I know you're all jealous...-38C this morning! (without the wind chill...but no wind yet anyway thank goodness) Garden chicken, goofy here too...up to -2 for Thursday as well. Its going to feel like t-shirt weather :^) What's really goofy is that the birds were still chirping this morning even before the sun was up. They're sure tough little guys. They're tougher than the dogs who stayed out for less than 5 minutes to eat and do their business. They come barrelling in the door when its opened like bowling balls! Toots...See MoreCan you talk to me about anxiety/panic attacks?
Comments (26)Busy, busy days so I couldn't get here for an update - better late than never, right? What a difference 24 hours can make. For starters, Ross seems to have gotten a much better night's sleep (no racing thoughts) and that alone will start a day with a better perspective. He texted me first thing Friday to say that he's put a lot of things together in his mind and has a better understanding of why he 'crashed' and feels more in control, at least in the context of the program he's in. Two days ago he wanted to bail but last night he felt empowered to stay, glean what he can, and let go of feeling inadequate for the program - most of the students are feeling the same way. We've spoken a few times since but between his 18 hour days and the time difference, we don't have a chance to get into long conversations. He sounds so much better, though and I can breathe a bit again. He's coming home the day after the program ends, will have a week here with us and his cousins/my nieces and their kids. It's an interesting dynamic because there's a 1/2 step generation difference - my nieces are like my little sisters and his older sisters at the same time. I've been speaking with my middle niece who has dealt with anxiety issues and she will be great council for Ross. He has really isolated himself at college by choosing the location he did and much as he loves the place, the mountains, the snowboarding, it seems he is feeling the distance as he comes to the end of his college years. And I really think the state of the world, economy and job market are weighing heavily on him. It's damn scary to think about having to launch yourself at this time - I feel so sorry for all of our kids! But coming home will let him see what a large and varied support system he has - just wish his brother could be here also. We'll be doing some research to find a good medical fit for him at school. He has a horrendous fall schedule between classes, labs and research so I know going in he's going resist carving out time for regular sessions if that's needed. With his background, he's been 'therapied' up one side and down the other but maybe he's ready to approach it from the standpoint of an adult in control of the choices as opposed to a child being directed by mom and dad. I appreciate every perspective given here and don't want anyone to think their words were misplaced. In my mind, any information is good information and it's always in my power to sift through and use what fits. Or not. I think the internet can be a great place for advice but it's only a first step, nothing more - no expectations for instant cures. Chickadee I don't know the program you're referring to but there are no guarantees with this one so doesn't seem to be the same. Again, way too long! Thank you all for your comments and support. When I know more, you'll know more....See MoreDo/Did you worry about who you are once you retire?
Comments (34)I plan on teaching another 2-3 years, while DH does part-time (sometimes full-time) consulting mostly from home. We work with a "wealth management planner" and always planned on retiring when DH was 60. That time came, we decided we "want" to keep working. I think the key is that it is now a choice, not a requirement. We have met (or exceeded our goals) and tend to be fiscally conservative. We are in our early 60's and are healthy and active, with hobbies and interests outside of work. I have never defined myself by my profession, and had the luxury of working part-time while raising our family. We planned for college, planned on paying off the mortgage, pay cash for cars......yes, we are planners! We live within our means and always have. What scares me, is that like Pal, we both have longevity genes and could live a long time. That was the case with my late father, who spent the last seven years of his life in a wonderful assisted living facility. He had the money, it met his needs and it was the best place for him. That came at a price (about 80K year at the end). He had the money and could afford that lifestyle. How does one plan for THAT? We did not buy long-term care insurance and are now to "old" for it to be affordable. We do not want to be a burden to our children-ever! If we have grandchildren at some point we would like to help with college tuition and "gift away" our assets as allowed by the IRS. In the meantime, we are in a sweet spot and are enjoying life in general. We feel very blessed!...See More
Nitsua
8 years agodigdirt2
8 years agoTomatoZesty 9B Central CA:Coastline
8 years agolast modified: 8 years agoSeysonn_ 8a-NC/HZ-7
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lartomato
8 years ago
aniajs
8 years ago
I just want a little consistency. Perhaps definitive seasons, with a nice linear progression. Two weeks ago had days of setting new heat records, well into the 80s. This week we had snow, hail, and days of lows in the 20s. Monday's high was only 48. Average LFD is two weeks away, and I honestly don't know what that will look like.
lucillle
8 years agoChris0333 WI zone 5a
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