Unplugged Chit Chat Thread

[SorcererHeidi]

So you enjoyed visiting her in FW in a 5th wheel? We are going in a couple of weeks as this will be my first time staying there NOT in cabin. I have never stayed in an RV/5th wheel and want to experience the resort in that way (we are renting a 5th wheel to be site-dropped). I even made a DisBoards FW sign using the moderator's template; I'll take some snaps when onsite.

I really like Biloxi, but it was merely a stopover for trips to New Orleans and last year for Birmingham (IndyCar race). The Milwaukee Brewers MLB team has a minor league team there (Shuckers) and the stadium is fantastic. It is right on the Gulf (well, across the street). What took me by surprise was the Gulf water there; it is not very attractive unlike Destin (stayed there last month). Destin/Panama City have gorgeous blue/green/clear water, but Biloxi was opaque brown.

Are you planning a return trip to GN?

I will admit to not even knowing what a 5th wheel WAS until I saw my friend's, but it was pretty daggone cool - had a big bumpout and everything. retty cozy, I must say. I'd love to hear about your experience, and see any pics you'd like to share - whether here, or if you do a trip report, I'd love to follow a link!

They have a trip to GN in February, but not being sure about what the weather's going to be, so not being sure if I'll be able to make it toe club house to catch the bus (was this time too, but got lucky!) and nobody has thus far not offered me a ride, I'll have to play it by ear. If the weather looks okay a week out (you have to pay for your ticket at least a week in advance, so they know how big/how many buses to run) and there's room on the bus, I'd LOVE to go again. They're not returning to GN until the fall. They have trips going to Resorts, and some other casinos/racetracks around, but not sure if I'll go to those or not. I like to TRY and keep my comps in relatively the same place, to make them worth my while. Not cheap, but not TOO stupid. LOL. I may also decide to get wild, and spend a few nights at GN for my 60th in June. Haven't decided yet. I would have to pay for transportation there/back then too, since it would be on my own.

 

[SorcererHeidi]

By the way - I am happy to report that my therapist and I did pretty much "click", and I am very relieved. She does have a very "NJ attitude" , and jumped to judgement about something with me, and was vocal about expressing that, but I felt comfortable enough to correct her, and she listened. As long as I keep feeling comfortable enough to keep doing that when necessary (asserting myself has always been an issue for me, especially with authority figures) we'll get along okay. I'm cautiously optimistic about being able to do some productive work together, and am VERY glad I'm accessing support for myself.

 

[hertamaniac]

By the way - I am happy to report that my therapist and I did pretty much "click", and I am very relieved. She does have a very "NJ attitude" , and jumped to judgement about something with me, and was vocal about expressing that, but I felt comfortable enough to correct her, and she listened. As long as I keep feeling comfortable enough to keep doing that when necessary (asserting myself has always been an issue for me, especially with authority figures) we'll get along okay. I'm cautiously optimistic about being able to do some productive work together, and am VERY glad I'm accessing support for myself.

That's awesome! Self-expression with the "NJ attitude" is what I do on rare occasion (although I spent most of my life on the border of NJ/PA). If you have to contain your inherit thoughts/feelings to the point of choking on your words, then I'm not sure that person is for me/you (ya know what I mean). I share your assertions concerns, but through experience and professional accomplishments, you can stand proud (not arrogant). I think it is a fine line between being bold and disrespectful. The best part, if I am interpreting your message correctly, is that you self-recognized this and early on. Kudos!

 

[SorcererHeidi]

Blushing. And I did learn - a LONG time ago - there is a HUGE difference between being ASSERTIVE, and being AGGRESIVE, for sure!!!

And I will share the tidbit that one of the things that had me humbled, and in tears (and I am NOT typically an outwardly or publicly emotional person!) is her recognizing my Naval service. Despite her having been deployed to Iraq twice, and having gone through OCS. Very unfamiliar (and somewhat uncomfortable) dynamic for me. I knew she had served prior to my arrival, it's on her web site- one of the things I thought we could perhaps "bond" over. Of course she had no idea I did, until I told her that was part of my selection process when she asked me.

 

[NC Belle]

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I just noticed a lot of new to me choices on the available smilies while posting my Nascar picks on the CB.

I have been studying cars for couple weeks when dh kinda had an "OOPS" with our now old car. No tickets and no injuries for us, but he manage to damage the underneath (axle and transmission plus other stuff that would be more than its worth). We were gong to replace it later this year so we just moved that up and got a good deal with a 2016 suv with lots of newer safety items and gadgets galore plus wifi hotspot.

DH is not in the dog house for the car because it was becoming a money pit (replaced front brakes and had annual safety inspection like 1-2 weeks before his oops (noticed potential $$$ repairs that would had been needed soon enough). The new to us car has where the driver seat and side mirrors settings can be saved and adjusted to which one's key. I saw this feature after purchase and it has always been a pain to adjust everything when switching.
We made it 12 months without having a car payment...so longer last minute trip plans for now.

 

[SorcererHeidi]

I am happy to report I am definitely trying to fit into my new community. And again, I sincerely appreciate all the love and support I have gotten here, which has helped me deal with this HUGE lifestyle and location change. It has given me the courage to go out into "the scary outside" and approach what were strangers, deal with many unfamiliar situations, and put myself out there. I can never thank everyone enough. That's why I'm glad to have encouraging things to share with you.

Have taken the twice-weekly community minibus to go shopping several times, and also to the Post Office, and bank. Two very nice ladies, and the driver, all helped to make me feel welcome, and provide hints and tips. Also took the once-a-month bus to the mall, same ladies helped again. Going to different/bigger mall next month. I've also signed up for several day trips in the future going to AC (Golden Nugget again, and Resorts), Cape May, NJ, and Amish Country for a buffet and shopping.

I also have to be trained, but have volunteered to be a "base" member for the Safety Patrol, which involves 2 overnights a month, receiving calls from mobile patrol members calling in things like open garage doors, etc.. I would then call the residents to hopefully get them to rectify the issue, and if not, then call the local PD. Figured volunteering for something that relies heavily on my past skillset, and also gets me to meet people, and become part of the community, while giving, back, is nothing but a positive. I might volunteer for other things I might be of use for, later on down the line.

Therapist and I continue to do work, and I am hoping my personal issue comes to be less of an issue for me with time, and hard work. Another reason I want to get involved, to take my mind off of things, increase my self esteem, and decrease depression and self doubt. It's all a process, and will take time.

I am also entirely grateful for the County-run disabled transportation in my new area. Everyone I have encountered with that has been SO nice, and helpful. It is SO well run!

 

[ChristeneHolder]

Hey everyone! I finally joined the DISBoards - after listening to the podcast since 2012! Ahh that's crazy.

Anyways, I'm a new stay-at-home-mom, just had our baby girl in November.
Lately I've been dealing with a lot of anxiety and other things. The news is just never fun to read - always bad things happening. There's a lot of stress in my life right now (outside of baby things). Last week (maybe 2 weeks ago) I was watching the podcast and John mentioned that they were going to just forget about all the bad stuff happening and have fun and just "go to our happy place" and it totally resonated with me. I felt like I was in such a better mood after that podcast and I realized I needed to finally register for "the boards" and just interact with the community more.

thanks for having me here

 

[SorcererHeidi]

Hey everyone! I finally joined the DISBoards - after listening to the podcast since 2012! Ahh that's crazy.

Anyways, I'm a new stay-at-home-mom, just had our baby girl in November.
Lately I've been dealing with a lot of anxiety and other things. The news is just never fun to read - always bad things happening. There's a lot of stress in my life right now (outside of baby things). Last week (maybe 2 weeks ago) I was watching the podcast and John mentioned that they were going to just forget about all the bad stuff happening and have fun and just "go to our happy place" and it totally resonated with me. I felt like I was in such a better mood after that podcast and I realized I needed to finally register for "the boards" and just interact with the community more.

thanks for having me here

@ChristeneHolder - Welcome! Glad to have you around these parts. And colngrats on your new bundle of joy! Planning on some future visits with her?

 

[ChristeneHolder]

@ChristeneHolder - Welcome! Glad to have you around these parts. And colngrats on your new bundle of joy! Planning on some future visits with her?

Yes!! We want to try and go in 2021 for the 50th! I was there for the 25th when I was 5 years old, so I thought it would be fun to visit again. That was the year of the cake castle lol!

 

[SorcererHeidi]

Yes!! We want to try and go in 2021 for the 50th! I was there for the 25th when I was 5 years old, so I thought it would be fun to visit again. That was the year of the cake castle lol!

Yeah, I was there for the cakestle (still makes me nauseous to remember that Pepto Bismol pink - EVERY pun intended!) , but I was FAR from 5 years old! Now I feel ancient!!

 

[superme80]

Went to my Kiwani's meeting and we had a "game of luck" after the meeting. I won $119!!!! I rarely win anything.

 

[SorcererHeidi]

Don't know if anybody else here plays HQ Trivia, but I was saddened to learn last night it is shutting down. I am so sad. It has literally been part of my daily life for 2+ years, and I will totally miss it. I am hoping that another company might buy and restart it, despite it already having 1 failed attempt. I doubt it would remain fee, though - I always wondered how long that was going to last.

 

[NC Belle]

Don't know if anybody else here plays HQ Trivia, but I was saddened to learn last night it is shutting down. I am so sad. It has literally been part of my daily life for 2+ years, and I will totally miss it. I am hoping that another company might buy and restart it, despite it already having 1 failed attempt. I doubt it would remain fee, though - I always wondered how long that was going to last.

NC Beast and I used to play another game that his mom liked for short time (think it was on Google play) and like playing Candy Crush still plus a couple of other King.com games.

 

[NC Belle]

Yeah, I was there for the cakestle (still makes me nauseous to remember that Pepto Bismol pink - EVERY pun intended!) , but I was FAR from 5 years old! Now I feel ancient!!

The Cake Castle happened after my honeymoon...my youngest 2 first cousins were born 96/97. (big spread of ages on that side)

 

[NC Belle]

Our favorite girl scout came by and I bought 5 boxes (different types for hopefully spread out times). I don't know when we would have another opportunity with plans to move this year (part to apartment complex is still for sale despite being in a hot market area).

 

[SorcererHeidi]

Rumors on Twitter have it HQ will be coming back, under another name, no other details that I saw yet though. Like I said - I will be very surprised if it remains fee, while still allowing you to win real, free money. They also promised that everyone who attempted to cash out their winnings when the new broke, will eventually be paid, which is good news. Took me over 2 years to earn my $12.12, a few pennies at a time!

 

[SorcererHeidi]

A very happy and healthy birthday is wished for @WebmasterJohn, and my good firend, @TheMaxRebo . May both your days, and year to come, be filled with good friends, good laughter, good love, and good memories!!

 

[TheMaxRebo]

A very happy and healthy birthday is wished for @WebmasterJohn, and my good firend, @TheMaxRebo . May both your days, and year to come, be filled with good friends, good laughter, good love, and good memories!!

Thank you! It was a very good birthday (we are at WDW after all) and had dinner at the Give Kids the World Village and got to meet Linda Larkin (so I can check "have am actual Disney Princess wish me a Happy Birthday" of the list)

 

[SorcererHeidi]

Thank you! It was a very good birthday (we are at WDW after all) and had dinner at the Give Kids the World Village and got to meet Linda Larkin (so I can check "have am actual Disney Princess wish me a Happy Birthday" of the list)

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@TheMaxRebo And you and Judi look fantastic!!

 

[superme80]

Happy Birthday Max!!!1 How exciting! What a great birthday!!!