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Daily things 5️⃣ Five Things Friday

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If the wallpaper is not bubbled or loose, you can skim coat over top of it. I ran into the same issues trying to remove it in our kitchen and ended up skim coating over the damage. I found out after the fact, as I removed the wall paper and messed up the underlying drywall. I could have saved myself some trouble and skim coated over it. It cheaper than tearing out the existing drywall and replacing it; and it's cheaper than putting 1/4" drywall over top.
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That is exactly our plan. We are also going to sand down the locations where they overlapped.
 
1. Craving tacos al pastor.
2. Germany does not have good Mexican food.
3. I have kitten fever.
4. There is a chocolate festival a few towns over and we are not going.
5. St. Nicholas pays a visit tonight.
 
dandy_warhol said:
1. Craving tacos al pastor.
2. Germany does not have good Mexican food.
3. I have kitten fever.
4. There is a chocolate festival a few towns over and we are not going.
5. St. Nicholas pays a visit tonight.
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1) I thought St. Nick's Day was tomorrow?

2) Decorating this weekend. Hubby's not thrilled.

3) Ready for an adult beverage - large! :wine:

4) Thinking about getting my nails done.

5) My sister comes in less than 2 weeks!
 
1) gotta get serious about finishing putting up all the Christmas decorations this weekend
2) Chips and dip sounds good right now
3) If I time traveled back to 1975 I'm not sure whats the first thing I would do
4) Chuck E Cheese is just wrong
5) I'm fortunate not to suffer from significant dental problems thus far in this lifetime
 
1) It's going to be a multiple cups of coffee morning.

2) Busy day tomorrow, but should be calm Sunday.

3) Sister gets here in less than a week!

4) Getting my nails done at lunch.

5) I sent an error message (screen shot) to the GIS people. They are confused as to how I would have gotten it, since it's referring back to someone else's computer. So this afternoon I have a call with them to go through all the department GIS templates to see what the F is going on.
 
1. Should I play golf tomorrow?
2. That is not a typical question for December 13.
3. 56* tomorrow when it should be in the 30s.
4. Mrs. is really getting into tracking down vintage Shiny Brite ornaments.
5. We have accrued several this year.
 
1 - Christmas gathering plans have been made except for in-laws, who will change things at the last minute anyways
2 - I've bought a couple things for Mrs. P but I haven't found what I'm looking for
3 - put all the totes back in the attic last evening then pulled out the wrapping paper and ribbon
4 - making chili this weekend
5 - this week has been crazy from the beginning, at least today is calm (so far).
 
1. Maybe I should play golf too tomorrow h/t to @SlaveToTheGrind
2. The atmospheric river that hit the PNW this week did not do much in the rain shadow I live in. Still family is checking up on me, that's nice.
3. I moved in October and have boxes slated for my office. They are stacked in my apartment for now as the new building/office at my job wont be ready till Feb.
4. I work with a lot of Latinos... and speak more Spanish in City Hall than I ever have before. The song "La Chona" is currently in my head.
5. Dont have my kids this weekend. Thinking tonight I will watch a sad drama movie at the house. (That is not to say my mood is sad, however)
 
1) Looks like we will not have a White Christmas in Chicago this year. We will be in Chicago, but the snow won't. Although I get it. We are in crazy weather pattern right now. The low this weekend will be around 15 degrees and by mid week the high will be 70.

2) Oldest takes the ACT's tomorrow morning then is having a "Birthday Movie Marathon" tomorrow afternoon. 5 movies running one after another. He was going to do it in the kids TV room, but we don't allow food up there so we will let him have the living room area which is open to the kitchen.

3) It's good to see @zman posting on a regular basis again... even if he is an Av's fan... and they are stupid good this year.

4) Wife just about fell out of her chair when I told her about former coach Moore. I was surprised that she didn't hear about it sooner.

5) We didn't get a chance to do Taco Tuesday this week, so we are doing Fiesta Friday tonight.
 
The Terminator said:
1. Jagaurs
2. Pumas
3. Lions
4. Leopards
6. Polar Bear
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1) It is nice an sunny today. Much better than the thunderstorm that we had last night. It was full of lightning and minor flooding on our roadways. Although it is below freezing this morning too.

2) We have several Christmas related events today that should be a lot of fun. I bought 60 packets of hot-coco. However the new guy is a bit on the angry side because I told his supervisor no when he asked about his 'ugly' Christmas sweater. Its not that it is ugly, it is because I know a couple people in the department will be offended and if we have elected officials walk through, they will be angry. I am sorry, but if one thinks they need to ask permission, perhaps it is an indication that it is not OK.

3) Tomorrow late morning our neighborhood is having a Neighborhood Christmas Breakfast. It sounds like it will be a late morning block party type of setup. Pajamas optional.

4) This morning's workout sucked... I was able to complete everything without too much issue, but I forgot my headphones at home. It is amazing how much difference headphones can make during a workout.

5) There are a couple people in here who seem to be angry with me. I swear I could post that the sky is blue and they are going to argue with me. Makes me think "He's an Angry Elf..." Oh well.
 
1. Put in my PTO for next Mon-Tues.
2. Wed-Fri office is closed.
3. Including the weekends, I will be off the clock for 9 days.
4. Forecast for the next 7 days -
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5. Yeah, I'll be golfing again.
 
1 - just had lunch with The Girl & boyfriend
2 - a little slow, but there's a big issue that needs to be worked out due to the fire code on a project
3 - right now the weatherman is saying 68 degrees on Christmas Day
4 - need to get the golf clubs out again
5 - little Christmas presents & treats keep arriving.
 
1) Yesterday was stressful with Dad issues, and I'm still very tired today.:sleep:

2) Just hanging with my sister tonight.

3) Tomorrow is errands and Date Night with Hubby!

4) Sunday is the in-laws family thing. Looks like most of the cousins are going to make it this year.

5) Three days of work next week.
 
1 - yes I'm here working
2 - NYE party went well with no major injuries, just full bellies & mild hangovers
3 - I have seen portions of a lot of football bowl games, but only a couple full games (except for yesterday)
4 - big decisions to come this year
5 - starting the year out with a good number.
 
1) Had a low-key, chill, safe NYE at home with Hubby and sis. Fireworks on TV and wine/champagne was had by all. :wine:

2) Sister left NYD and I'm sad. :'(

3) At work today. Light traffic, made it here in just under 30 minutes.

4) No huge plans this weekend. Laundry, groceries, and sleeping in. Probably start a new book.

5) Felt like a Monday this morning. My head is happy that the next 2 days are "off the clock".
 
1. Slow Friday at work.
2. Flexing Mon for Wed next week.
3. Birthday on Wed.
4. Brunch at a local eatery.
5. Afternoon at the aquarium where I'll likely watch the otters most of the time.
 
1. Grocery shopping after work. Used to do it on Saturday, but found that sapped motivation for the rest of the day. Better this way.
2. Hauling down the tree and decorations tomorrow. The tree is very dry. It is time.
3. Hope to get back to tiling the bathroom floor. Need the garage to sawcut the tile and temps should be favorable soon.
4. The stray that adopted us has mostly fit in as if he'd been here all along. That's him in my profile pic. So far, his health seems to ahve stabilized.
5. We start ZBA and PC meetings at 5:30PM beginning next week. It'll be interesting to see how that plays out, but I'm already excited to regain some of my evenings. Old PH signs here noted meetings used to start at 8:00PM. Holy sheet!
 
1. Was on the phone with my friend in Wyoming last, catching up on the holidays... New Years was last week and yet it seems like a lifetime ago.
2. I really don't like random zoom meetings scheduled, without checking on my calendar.
3. I really don't like having to play the game of "when are you available to discuss this issue?" and trying to find times to schedule a zoom meeting.
4. I do like writing contradictory statements in Five Things Friday.
5. Going to the Washington vs. Washington State club hockey game tonight in my fair city (neutral site). $15 tickets and a couple beers with a friend is a great cap to the week.
 
1. Snow on the ground at work, not at home.
2. Pheasant hunt tomorrow.
3. Do otters, at least in captivity, do anything else but play?
4. The birthday/holiday onslaught between Thanksgiving and January 7 is finally over.
5. Legislative bills starting to emerge.
 
zman said:
1. Was on the phone with my friend in Wyoming last, catching up on the holidays... New Years was last week and yet it seems like a lifetime ago.
2. I really don't like random zoom meetings scheduled, without checking on my calendar.
3. I really don't like having to play the game of "when are you available to discuss this issue?" and trying to find times to schedule a zoom meeting.
4. I do like writing contradictory statements in Five Things Friday.
5. Going to the Washington vs. Washington State club hockey game tonight in my fair city (neutral site). $15 tickets and a couple beers with a friend is a great cap to the week.
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Tri's? Spent some time in Pasco. TC Americans still play?
 
SlaveToTheGrind said:
Tri's? Spent some time in Pasco. TC Americans still play?
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Yep, the Ams are still around. They play tomorrow night. Tonight is just the college teams coming to town. The arena is old and there are long term plans for a new one... but it is easy to get to, parking is free, and about 2 miles from my place in Richland.
 
1 - going to home improvement store tomorrow since it will be raining to look at bathroom reno options
2 - the recent phishing emails I'm receiving are really looking professional & real
3 - looking forward to the new Taco Bar restaurant opening in downtown - unfortunately they failed their final inspection this morning
4 - the fire inspectors can get really testy sometimes during plan review
5 - time to RJ today.
 
1- boy this has felt like a very long week, but at least next week is a short one
2- met with the ACM every day this week about various things, most of the talk was about the new council's direction and impacts we're seeing
3- need to register for a conference, but it looks as though NPC26 is not in the picture
4- this weekend I want to take the ebike out for about 7-10 miles ride to get comfortable with it - but its gonna be cold
5- we might get a dusting of snow Sunday, but in all probability, not.
 
1. Local spring conference has been announced - Bryce Canyon.
2. NPC 25 is Detroit.
3. Torn to where I want to go - never been to Detroit, or Michigan.
4. Detroit does not excite me like other cities in the past and honestly, neither does Houston - next year.
5. Next year could be my last NPC.
 
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1) Ugg - need more caffeine!

2) Lunchtime zoom meetings are a pain if you have to participate. Much easier to just listen while eating.

3) Long weekend! I've got plans for each day.

4) Weather is turning cold for the weekend. Oh well.

5) BOA meeting next week. But otherwise, a short week.
 
  • Patiently waiting on the mayor for a meeting about Planning Commissioner appointments at 3:45 on a Friday...
  • Thinking about cooking burgers tonight for the boys
  • Excited for the Broncos game tomorrow, but apprehensive
  • My stomach has been a mess this week. I can attribute this to a teenager diet, nicotine pouches, and stress.
  • Once again I find myself working for a growing city with big city goals, but small city staffing levels.
 
1- the last 2 days have not what I'd call 'refreshing'
2- I think we're good for the weekend, but we'll see
3- Mrs. P works for the school system & I told her this morning she might have all of next week off
4- taking items home to work on if we're off on Monday (which is probable) - there a couple of cool projects I'm working on that I want to see succeed
5- I've got comp-time so it's time to RJ.
 
1. Never good when the Police Chief is calling you before 6AM. It was an officer involved shooting.
2. Officer shot in leg but will recover. Different outcome for the suspect.
3. Might see some rain from the big storm but nothing beyond that. This pleases me.
4. My new pickleball paddle arrived today. Anxious to try it out tomorrow morning.
5. Suckered into a 55+ softball league. At this point in my life I'd prefer to play 1st base but pretty sure I'll end up in left field. My arm is still pretty good and my fat ass moves a lot quicker than people would assume. Good problems to have I guess.
 
1. I like to cook on weekends. I had big plans, but
2. Panic shopping became panic scavenging.
3 I have a lot of baking planned.
4. Sub-zero temps will keep me home tomorrow.
5. I can't allow myself to leave my house with the taps running.
 
1) Leaving a little early today but it's been raining all day. The drive home is going to suck.

2) Part of me hopes it's bad enough over the weekend that we are closed on Monday.

3) I know I'll need a drink when I get home. Bought some Vanilla Porter to enjoy while the world freezes.

4) Not sure about a couple of applications in my queue. Might have to do some actual on-the-ground measuring!

5) My coworker does not have an indoor voice.
 
1. Feeling anxious about work and realizing I'm behind. Had a convo with the City Recorder and that is everyone's default state here.

2. Leaving early for a conference in Los Angeles that begins on Monday. Some time away in SoCal will be nice.

3. Meeting with the County all morning, tried to do tangible work in the afternoon, but leaving early. Too little time to start something substantial, so I may leave even earlier.

4. I cant pack a bag and plan outfits. I probably have too many socks and too many t shirts for this trip... I may come back and inventory what wasn't used.

5. I feel like I'm forgetting something...
 
1) Wife bought a "today's holiday" calendar for her office. Today is croissant day, so she picked some up for her coworkers. It is also yodel for your neighbor day... but that would just be weird in a hospital setting.

2) One of my many frustrations is when counter service restaurants pack up a to-go order, they almost never provide napkins. I now grab a stack anytime I remember so I have them for the times that I forget.

3) A coworker has a bird clock. On the hour (ever hour) it makes a different bird noise.

4) Completed the paperwork to have our pool refinished. It is going to be more expensive than anticipated, but it really needs it. Past owners didn't keep up with the chemicals and the pool heater messed up the pool walls.

5) I have no idea what I am going to eat for dinner, but I know it will be accompanied by at least one adult beverage. I think Jamison & Ginger sounds right.
 
1. I need of a haircut - been going to the same barber for 25 or so years.
2. High of 57 this weekend - need to dry out my new driver shaft.
3. Vintage Christmas ornaments still coming in - Mrs. lost count.
4. You do not want to know how much she paid for 6 vintage in the box 1958 glow in the dark ornaments.
5. Seller was St. Vincent De Paul so all is good from what I know.
 
1 - waiting for the snow to begin overnight & continue throughout the day
2 - it's supposed to be a 'dry powdery' snow which will be nice & hopefully much less chance of fallen trees, limbs & power lines
3 - was going to send invites out for a meeting in 2 weeks, but with the weather coming in it would probably get buried, so that's first thing Monday
4 - can't find any snow melt
5 - chicken chili for dinner tonight.
 
1) After yesterday's car sick incidents, I went no alcohol at home. Was a good idea.

2) Office pot luck for lunch - Super Bowl theme, of course.

3) Seeing dad this weekend.

4) Next couple of weeks same-o-same-o.

5) Getting a new whiteboard in my office!
 
1. Working through .38 Special's catalog today.
2. All set for NPC26.
3. Beautiful weather this weekend.
4. I prefer the Winter Olympics© over the Summer.
5. No carboard beds (Paris) in the athlete village.
 
1. My calendar is way too full today being that it is Friday
Salmissra said:
2) Office pot luck for lunch - Super Bowl theme, of course.
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Same here

3. Youngest has a basketball game tonight. Because of the storm, it will be the first time in two weeks since they played or practiced.

SlaveToTheGrind said:
4. I prefer the Winter Olympics© over the Summer.
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Same here

5. My to-do list this weekend includes the following:
  • Move a loveseat from first floor to second floor
  • Assemble home office desk and set up monitor, keyboard, and docking station
  • Find out why Dishwasher will beep but not wash
  • Get Allergy Shot
  • Take wife's vehicle to get washed
  • Watch Winter Olympics
 
1 - brother coming in for dinner tonight & taking mom to Walmart on Saturday
2 - need to finish getting the ice off the deck tomorrow
3 - everybody around here is saying how tired they are of the cold weather
4 - cooking chili for Sunday
5 - super bowl 'party' is only going to be about 15 people this year, which is perfect
 
1 - anyone want to take the Park & Rec survey
2 - there seems to be some false rumors flying around which are opposite of the real story and have been planted with certain people
3 - I have an opinion on who it is & there are others with that same opinion
4 - taking mom & Mrs. P out for a late lunch tomorrow
5 - enjoying the Olympics on peacock without the talking heads and feature stories.
 
Planit said:
1 - anyone want to take the Park & Rec survey
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Only if I can request zip lines that drop into public swimming pools. Oh and jousting tournaments too!





1) Wife normally does not like to get all dressed up and go to big social events. So tomorrow for valentines day, we are going to a sports bar in jeans and t-shirts for dinner. But it will just be the two of us so that should be nice. I did get her a gift so the beer and a burger won't be the whole Valentine's Day.

2) I bought cup cakes for staff today to celebrate one of staff's 20th anniversary today.

3) Trying to convince @Tide that he needs to skip work on a Monday to go to a hockey game. It is weird that the game will be at 1:00 PM on a Monday though.

4) I got my hand slapped for a procedural thing at work regarding my registration for NPC. My boss didn't even know about that element of the procedure until the Finance Director contacted me.

5) I am excited because there is a good chance that my dad will get to see my youngest play basketball next week when he is in Town for the weekend.
 
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1. Speaking of jousting (the state sport of Maryland), was something I saw a good deal of when I was a little kid. Two of my relatives are in the Jousting Hall of Fame.
2. Not that unusual for an early start to a pro sports game on a holiday.
3. Going to a dueling piano thing at the neighborhood theatre tomorrow. That's always pretty fun.
4. Tonight is a Ghost Pirate's hockey game in Savannah. The opponent is the Icemen from Jacksonville.
5. Soil temps have warmed to the point that me and my broadcast spreader will be applying a pre-emergent treatment to the lawn tomorrow afternoon.
 
1) Doing Valentine's dinner tonight rather than tomorrow.

2) It's been two full days of public notices, signs, etc.

3) Help Desk says they resolved my issue. It's been 6 weeks since I submitted the ticket. I have no idea if its resolved IRL.

4) My weekend to grocery shop. I need to start the list.

5) Rainy weekend expected. Good thing I have a couple library books to read!!
 
1. Haircuts for my youngest and me this weekend.

2. Taking my son's car for an oil change. It used to be my car and I still like driving it, easier to park than my truck

3. Innocuous comment to show have eclectic and cool I am

4. Thinking about orange chicken and rice for dinner.

5. Im out of whiskey... need to fix that problem.
 
1 - tried to light the grill this week & only 1 burner lit - so I guess I'm going to take it apart & fix that
2 - found some leftovers in the back of the fridge from the superbowl gathering - forgot it was there & now disappointed I have to throw it out
3 - it poured here around 9:00 am for about 30 mins & quit - now its bright & sunny
4 - my golf game is nonexistent right now - that's unfortunate on days like today
5 - putting together project notebooks for the steering committee - they look almost empty right now but there will be lots more paper in them soon.
 
1) One of the biggest challenges that I had with a coworker at the last job was the Public Works Director and his continued desire to instruct his staff to commit crepe murder. He abruptly retired a few months after I left and from what the remaining Parks Director said, the trees looked amazing. This morning she sends me a picture of it going right back to the crepe murder.

2) I have been running on fumes for the past several days, and decided to sleep in an extra hour this morning. I needed it and feel a little better, but not nearly where I would like to be.

3) It was almost 80 yesterday and felt so good... and then realized how warm it was in the bedroom and that I like to sleep in a cooler environment. I ended up turning the AC on instead of opening a window since there was a high chance of storms last night.

4) I average about 200 e-mails a day. About half of them are things that I am just copied on, a quarter are not important, about 50 of them require direct attention and a response from me. If I could, I would have an AI assistant that would review these, classify them, and give me a heads up on the urgent ones and the important ones. Also provide a summary at the end of the day on the others just so I am kept in the loop.

5) I received good news yesterday that the CM is going to recommend approval for some minor renovation and rearranging in our department. If this happens, we will end up with a really good size meeting/training room something that we have had very limited space in the past a new division head will get a bigger office (mine) and I will end up moving to a very nice corner office space with a view of a park and lake. The CM asked why I didn't move into that space sooner, and I said we needed the meeting room space first.
 
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