COLD DARK ROOM

[Momof4]

Oh and sorry for those of you with weak stomach/sensitive to sight of blood. Did’t even think about that. Probably should have not post that pic...[emoji849] sorry

Glad everything went well and good for you for finding another doctor for a 2 opinion and other options!

 

[Maro2Bear]

Here’s a quick update regarding yesterday’s carving adventure.

As you recall, we started off with this little innocuous piece of wood marked off into three sections.



And, after a few hours of carving while watching some football, we have this little guy.



Still needs the final touches...some eyes, a long pointy carrot nose, and a nice big grin. Then some paint, and we will have ourselves a nice little Snowman for the fireplace mantel.

 

[JoesMum]

Here’s a quick update regarding yesterday’s carving adventure.

As you recall, we started off with this little innocuous piece of wood marked off into three sections.

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And, after a few hours of carving while watching some football, we have this little guy.

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Still needs the final touches...some eyes, a long pointy carrot nose, and a nice big grin. Then some paint, and we will have ourselves a nice little Snowman for the fireplace mantel.

Awww

 

[Momof4]

Here’s a quick update regarding yesterday’s carving adventure.

As you recall, we started off with this little innocuous piece of wood marked off into three sections.

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And, after a few hours of carving while watching some football, we have this little guy.

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Still needs the final touches...some eyes, a long pointy carrot nose, and a nice big grin. Then some paint, and we will have ourselves a nice little Snowman for the fireplace mantel.

So jealous of your creativity!!
I can’t even draw a stick figure!

 

[Cheryl Hills]

Here’s a quick update regarding yesterday’s carving adventure.

As you recall, we started off with this little innocuous piece of wood marked off into three sections.

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And, after a few hours of carving while watching some football, we have this little guy.

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Still needs the final touches...some eyes, a long pointy carrot nose, and a nice big grin. Then some paint, and we will have ourselves a nice little Snowman for the fireplace mantel.

Wish I was that talented. I do make things but have not tried carving.

 

[Momof4]

I can’t wait to dig in!!

Before


After

 

[EllieMay]

So jealous of your creativity!!
I can’t even draw a stick figure!
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[emoji23] Lol!! Me either!!!

 

[EllieMay]

Here’s a quick update regarding yesterday’s carving adventure.

As you recall, we started off with this little innocuous piece of wood marked off into three sections.

View attachment 259807

And, after a few hours of carving while watching some football, we have this little guy.

View attachment 259808

Still needs the final touches...some eyes, a long pointy carrot nose, and a nice big grin. Then some paint, and we will have ourselves a nice little Snowman for the fireplace mantel.

Really cool!

 

[EllieMay]

@JoesMum
Thank you so much for the lovely card & stickers [emoji16]. I love seeing cards from other countries!! My heart is smiling this afternoon..

 

[Maro2Bear]

I can’t wait to dig in!!

Before
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After
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Looks great. Squash soup?

 

[Momof4]

Looks great. Squash soup?

Yes!!

 

[Pastel Tortie]

I would love to be able to have one of these:

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Can you imagine? Those leaves are about five or six feet across! Only thing is, they need a swampy area to grow in. I don't have anyplace on my property where I can have water running often enough to keep this giant watered. My sister has a giant rhubarb in her front yard, but then, she lives in Oregon, where people don't tan, they rust.

Is that what that plant is? A giant rhubarb? I don't know that I've seen one that large in person... On either side of the pond.

 

[Pastel Tortie]

It is called Gunnera and it grows enormous and, yes, it definitely needs boggy conditions. It grows quite well over here in the UK. It does back in the winter and grows fast in the warmer weather

It looks like something that would grow well in the UK and in Oregon.

 

[Pastel Tortie]

And most Brits

The shorter days in winter took quite a bit of getting used to, when I lived in England. As did the extremely late sunset during the summer. Florida is at a MUCH lower latitude.

 

[Pastel Tortie]

Oh and sorry for those of you with weak stomach/sensitive to sight of blood. Did’t even think about that. Probably should have not post that pic...[emoji849] sorry

I think we can manage, considering all you've been through. Delighted to have you back!

 

[Cowboy_Ken]

Yeah - Sunday. Enjoy. Did i tell you that it’s STILL RAINING!

Time to get working on our ark.

Make it plenty large enough.

 

[Pastel Tortie]

Glad everything went well and good for you for finding another doctor for a 2 opinion and other options!

Never be afraid to be choosy about your doctor.

Some years ago, my grandmother told me she always preferred to have a young doctor. The older doctors had more experience, but the younger ones were up to speed on the latest research and current technology. She always was an unconventional grandma.

 

[Cowboy_Ken]

Never be afraid to be choosy about your doctor.

Some years ago, my grandmother told me she always preferred to have a young doctor.. She always was an unconventional grandma.

Who possibly enjoyed “young doctor hands” lol

 

[CarolM]

Hey there CDR-dwellers! I started trying to catch up on this thread, but... it’s proving to be an overwhelming task, especially while using my iphone[emoji854] anyway, just wanted to thank everyone for all your well wishes, thoughts, prayers, I know those were the huge part of what’s carried me through the surgery and the first week post. View attachment 259798 the operation went well, though took much longer than anticipated. I was on the table for 2.5 hrs while my surgeon was tearing, cutting, prying off all the scar tissue to get all that metal out. It was supposed to come out 3 yrs ago, but I was too much of a chicken to do it. The first 2 operations were VERY painful! And that is why I asked another ortho surgeon to remove it this time, that other one had a very simple formula for post-op pain management, this same for all patients. My current guy customizes treatment to the patients medical history/individual needs. Back then I had been in a wheelchair for 6 months, in lot of pain every single day for first few wks... didn’t feel like doing anything! And I have 3 young kids! And 2 tortoises!!!! I can’t just sit around feeling sorry for myself! Now I’ve been walking more and more every day, even climbing stairs! Tomorrow will be 2 wksView attachment 259801 so this was the first night post op, scared me a little bit, but that was IT, no more problems after that. Just didn’t manage to do my cards till yesterday, sorry all you Overseas Guys if yours come late. I’ll try to do better next year. It’s good to be back, I’ll try to catch up on “the CDR scoop” little by little. Meanwhile, whishing you ALL a wonderful Devember afternoon[emoji9]

Oh I am so glad it went well. And I wish you a great recovery.

 

[CarolM]

Here’s a quick update regarding yesterday’s carving adventure.

As you recall, we started off with this little innocuous piece of wood marked off into three sections.

View attachment 259807

And, after a few hours of carving while watching some football, we have this little guy.

View attachment 259808

Still needs the final touches...some eyes, a long pointy carrot nose, and a nice big grin. Then some paint, and we will have ourselves a nice little Snowman for the fireplace mantel.

I love watching you work. [emoji6] . Even if it is only by pictures.