COLD DARK ROOM

[CarolM]

Very quiet in the CDR.

Even though we have had our Winter Polar Vortex, with sub-freezing temps, my Red Wriggler compost wo4ms are “kind of” active a few inches down.

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Ooh you have got lots of them.

 

[CarolM]

This one was about 6-8” I bet with a perfectly smooth shell..absolutely gorgeous... and in an aquarium not big enough to poop in... I told my hubby about it and he said “ all I want to know is if it is still in the store” [emoji23][emoji23][emoji23]..... his price was almost $300 .. I will have to check and see if he is still there next week because I won’t be able to help myself!! And this was a Petco as well [emoji848]

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[EllieMay]

I was gone for a few days because I found that leprechaun that owned me 20 bucks.
He didn't have a 20 so he lent me a horse.
So I have been thru the desert on a horse with no name.
I think it was a desert it was hot and dark. I hope that was sand hitting my face.

A good story is always welcome here! So what happened to you in the hot dark desert on your borrowed horse??

 

[CarolM]

Happy Friday!
Fred got his new top hat today [emoji846]View attachment 264435

Love it!!

 

[Yvonne G]

Oh Fun! I can wait to see your souvenirs
Did you remember to wear your shirt so you can get deep discounts?

Yes, I'm wearing my "I [heart] Tortoise Forum" shirt. I'll be leaving in an hour or so.

 

[CarolM]

Progress today
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I have two tricky gate areas to finish and the soak hole... then it’s just cultivating. I am making one of the gates myself.. got an idea off of Etsy and it’s way cheaper for me to make than buy. I’m saving that for the grand reveal

It is fantastic. You are doing a stellar job.

 

[Pastel Tortie]

Pine is great wood for campfires but not so great for chimneys with the creosote buildup. Learned that the hard way.

Is creosote an issue with untreated pine? I knew it's an issue with railroad ties and old wooden utility poles, but I wasn't aware of how pines ties in. I learn something new all the time!

 

[CarolM]

Happy Saturday Roomies Why is it so quiet? I guess everyone else must have actually something to do [emoji4]. Ok then.... read ya later. Wishing you all a great morning!

Hi'ya.

 

[CarolM]

I was gone for a few days because I found that leprechaun that owned me 20 bucks.
He didn't have a 20 so he lent me a horse.
So I have been thru the desert on a horse with no name.
I think it was a desert it was hot and dark. I hope that was sand hitting my face.

Whahaha. Was it a good horse? I hope it was sand as well.

 

[CarolM]

Yes, I'm wearing my "I [heart] Tortoise Forum" shirt. I'll be leaving in an hour or so.

Have fun.

 

[Pastel Tortie]

Why did you have to say that. Lol

It is tempting but I go in for surgery on the 22nd on my leg. It might be hard to take care of a redfoot called Wild Child. . Tempting though if ZeroPilot still has Wild Foot after my recovery it might be the one.​

I think Wild Child is the temporary working name of the redfoot that hatched in Ed's outdoor redfoot enclosure last year (I think). @ZEROPILOT hasn't had success with incubating redfoot eggs, but they seem to hatch in the ground in South Florida just fine (hence the "wild child" that just showed up from the bushes in the outdoor enclosure). He wasn't in any rush to find a home, wanted to make sure it's the right fit.

 

[Maro2Bear]

Pine is great wood for campfires but not so great for chimneys with the creosote buildup. Learned that the hard way.

Yep. I cut down, cut up, chop up....and we have campfire wood all year ‘round.

 

[Maro2Bear]

Lol. Lucky Sully.

Yes....one massive sully soaking in the spa.

We FINALLY weighed The Sully Monster - 70.5 lbs with the box. So, a solid 70 pounds of Sulcata. This May Sully will be 5 years old.

If they came with handles, 70 lbs would be pretty easy to lift in and out of places. Hhhmmmmmm, I’m seeing a Sully Transporter invention on the horizon. I have the perfect audience to pitch and sell to. Discount of course for card carrying CDR officers.

 

[Maro2Bear]

Is creosote an issue with untreated pine? I knew it's an issue with railroad ties and old wooden utility poles, but I wasn't aware of how pines ties in. I learn something new all the time!

More than you wanted to know. Perfectly good dry cured pine is fine....it’s when it’s a bit green, with sap and low temperature burning that creates issues. Read on.... https://homeguides.sfgate.com/burning-pine-indoor-wood-stove-48601.html

 

[Momof4]

There's a reptile shoe in Bakersfield today and I'm riding along with a couple of acquaintances to go take a look. I'll try to remember to take my camera.

Yvonne you have been a social butterfly lately!!
Have fun!!

 

[Momof4]

Happy Saturday Roomies Why is it so quiet? I guess everyone else must have actually something to do [emoji4]. Ok then.... read ya later. Wishing you all a great morning!

I slept in until 8:15!! I woke up before sunrise but made myself go back to sleep!

Yesterday my husband came home early and we put the top cap on the pond.

 

[Momof4]

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I know right?!?!

I secretly hope he doesn’t get the job. It sounds creepy to me.

My husband doesn’t want him working right now anyway because he’s afraid he’ll be introduced to “things” he did when he was with his coworkers back in the day.

 

[Momof4]

@ZEROPILOT

Ed, can you come say hello! We miss you around here!!
How’s everything? How’s your mom?
Can I see a pick of your pond?

 

[CarolM]

I know right?!?!

I secretly hope he doesn’t get the job. It sounds creepy to me.

My husband doesn’t want him working right now anyway because he’s afraid he’ll be introduced to “things” he did when he was with his coworkers back in the day.

Ha ha ha. That is every parents nightmare.

 

[CarolM]

Yes....one massive sully soaking in the spa.

We FINALLY weighed The Sully Monster - 70.5 lbs with the box. So, a solid 70 pounds of Sulcata. This May Sully will be 5 years old.

If they came with handles, 70 lbs would be pretty easy to lift in and out of places. Hhhmmmmmm, I’m seeing a Sully Transporter invention on the horizon. I have the perfect audience to pitch and sell to. Discount of course for card carrying CDR officers.

Hmm. I like inventions.