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[Otis]

HFS my buddy witnessed this!

http://gothamist.com/2014/05/27/woman_hit_by_saw_blade_in_hells_kit.php

Priceless FB update

I watched this happen while walking Felix to school this morning. It was like some crazy weapon out of a Kung Fu movie whipping down the sidewalk toward a crowd of pedestrians.

Felix wants to take a different route to school tomorrow.

That's a pretty sweet payday in a lawsuit, for sure.

 

[BobbyLayne]

HFS my buddy witnessed this!

http://gothamist.com/2014/05/27/woman_hit_by_saw_blade_in_hells_kit.php

Priceless FB update

I watched this happen while walking Felix to school this morning. It was like some crazy weapon out of a Kung Fu movie whipping down the sidewalk toward a crowd of pedestrians.

Felix wants to take a different route to school tomorrow.

That's a pretty sweet payday in a lawsuit, for sure.

Yeah, this seems like one of those rare "def deserves to get paid" lawsuits.

####### falls into the L train tracks leaning over the edge because he doesn't believe the sign that says 2 min? No. Tried to gulp coffee a clerk just poured 10 seconds ago? Get out. A 3 foot saw blade going 60 mph hit you as you were walking to work? How much you need...here, fill it in.

 

[Ignoramus]

Twice over the weekend we ran into people with Shiba Inus while hiking. Just FYI, owners tend to look at you askance, or worse, when you start shouting "Much forest, very hike, wow!" at them.

Hate doge, love this.

 

[Gadzooks]

When taking a 7 year old on a plane, do I need to bring his birth certificate or some form of ID? I was gonna PM homer but I figure he's going to bed soon.

 

[Tiger Fan]

Hope everything went well shuke

shuke,

Hope your daughter does alright with the surgery. That kind of crap terrifies me.

Thanks guys. She did really well. Took a good nap when we got home and was in good spirits tonight. But she definitely has some double vision and is putting her arms out when she walks near walls or objects. This can be typical for a little time while the brain adjusts to the eyes being aligned, but it is not easy for me to watch. But she kept making jokes about there being two of whatever she was looking at.

Re: your son, it seems like a no-brainer to NOT make him do it in front of people. Why not take him to a parking lot on a Sunday for some place that is closed? There has to be somewhere else you can do it, otherwise you may only be making things worse.

I agree I have to get him somewhere else. Someone posted a link earlier about going down a grassy slope, maybe Bobby Sac. Thanks, looks like good advice.

My son was the exact same way after his eye surgery. Everything turned out great. Hope it's the same for you GB

 

[heckmanm]

Pretty sure the answer to this question is ball cancer, but I'll ask anyways

For the past two nights, I've been extremely itchy over my entire body. Nuts, legs, scalp, back, nose, ###, stomach...everything.

During the day, it hasn't been so bad, but every night when I get ready to go to bed, I'm itchy all over.

GMTAN, MD - diaganosis?

Dehydration AIDS?

You think I'm Peter Mike Brady?

fixed

 

[heckmanm]

Hope everything went well shuke

shuke,

Hope your daughter does alright with the surgery. That kind of crap terrifies me.

Thanks guys. She did really well. Took a good nap when we got home and was in good spirits tonight. But she definitely has some double vision and is putting her arms out when she walks near walls or objects. This can be typical for a little time while the brain adjusts to the eyes being aligned, but it is not easy for me to watch. But she kept making jokes about there being two of whatever she was looking at.

Re: your son, it seems like a no-brainer to NOT make him do it in front of people. Why not take him to a parking lot on a Sunday for some place that is closed? There has to be somewhere else you can do it, otherwise you may only be making things worse.

I agree I have to get him somewhere else. Someone posted a link earlier about going down a grassy slope, maybe Bobby Sac. Thanks, looks like good advice.

GL little Shukelet

Also, wasn't aware Bobby Sac was asianed.

 

[5-ish Finkle]

Pretty sure the answer to this question is ball cancer, but I'll ask anyways

For the past two nights, I've been extremely itchy over my entire body. Nuts, legs, scalp, back, nose, ###, stomach...everything.

During the day, it hasn't been so bad, but every night when I get ready to go to bed, I'm itchy all over.

GMTAN, MD - diaganosis?

Clearly **** chiggers. They've just decided to migrate north since it's nearly Summer(at least that's how I'm going to pretend they got into your nose, anyway).

 

[bentley]

Twice over the weekend we ran into people with Shiba Inus while hiking. Just FYI, owners tend to look at you askance, or worse, when you start shouting "Much forest, very hike, wow!" at them.

Hate doge, love this.

So much laugh.

 

[strykerpks]

When taking a 7 year old on a plane, do I need to bring his birth certificate or some form of ID? I was gonna PM homer but I figure he's going to bed soon.

I don't think minors need ID unless you're going overseas, then obviously he would need a passport.

And Homer don't do planes. He's got that windowless van

 

[Good Posting Judge]

So nobody wants to hear about my cousin in Minnesota who got arrested last night?

 

[YSR]

'Zooks, are you still not banging that teacher?

 

[BobbyLayne]

When taking a 7 year old on a plane, do I need to bring his birth certificate or some form of ID? I was gonna PM homer but I figure he's going to bed soon.

I don't think minors need ID unless you're going overseas, then obviously he would need a passport.And Homer don't do planes. He's got that windowless van

;coffee:

This would be good info. My oldest always brings his passport but I just realized the youngest has no picture ID and we're flying to a wedding in July.

 

[-fish-]

So nobody wants to hear about my cousin in Minnesota who got arrested last night?

 

[Officer Pete Malloy]

What I have for sale:

-- 20% off coupon from Bed, Bath, and Beyond: $4.00

--$50 gift certificate from The Mark Restaurant with about $19.00 left on it: $18.75

--Approximately 65 VHS video tapes (middle school History related): $1.84

--A lime/neon green T-shirt commemorating the Merle Haggard Middle School class of 2014's trip to Disneyland (size large, worn once): $16.03

--Approximately 10 black t-shirts from a national BBQ chain restaurant. All used. Sizes vary.

--One 15lb dog. Chihuahua/Terrier/Wolverine mix. Guaranteed to bark at any other living creature within a 75 foot radius of your domicile: $9.99

See my sig and message me the deets brohan

I'm not swapping. I'm selling high quality goods for money. I'm not some gypsy.

What's the price on the t-shirts?

Just found out that wife doesn't want to get rid of them just yet. Sorry, boys.

 

[Officer Pete Malloy]

What I have for sale:

-- 20% off coupon from Bed, Bath, and Beyond: $4.00

--$50 gift certificate from The Mark Restaurant with about $19.00 left on it: $18.75

--Approximately 65 VHS video tapes (middle school History related): $1.84

--A lime/neon green T-shirt commemorating the Merle Haggard Middle School class of 2014's trip to Disneyland (size large, worn once): $16.03

--Approximately 10 black t-shirts from a national BBQ chain restaurant. All used. Sizes vary.

--One 15lb dog. Chihuahua/Terrier/Wolverine mix. Guaranteed to bark at any other living creature within a 75 foot radius of your domicile: $9.99

Can you post pics of the shirt?

Link

 

[krista4]

What are we doing Friday????

I might have to reschedule. Should know today. If so, what about next Friday instead?

 

[Officer Pete Malloy]

Poet L'oreal died (original content)

 

[-fish-]

What are we doing Friday????

I might have to reschedule. Should know today. If so, what about next Friday instead?

I have roverkid that night. every other weekend she goes to her mom's.

 

[YSR]

What are we doing Friday????

I might have to reschedule. Should know today. If so, what about next Friday instead?

I have roverkid and her new kitten that night. every other weekend she goes to her mom's.

 

[Otis]

What I have for sale:

-- 20% off coupon from Bed, Bath, and Beyond: $4.00

--$50 gift certificate from The Mark Restaurant with about $19.00 left on it: $18.75

--Approximately 65 VHS video tapes (middle school History related): $1.84

--A lime/neon green T-shirt commemorating the Merle Haggard Middle School class of 2014's trip to Disneyland (size large, worn once): $16.03

--Approximately 10 black t-shirts from a national BBQ chain restaurant. All used. Sizes vary.

--One 15lb dog. Chihuahua/Terrier/Wolverine mix. Guaranteed to bark at any other living creature within a 75 foot radius of your domicile: $9.99

Can you post pics of the shirt?

Link

Well, I probably couldn't poop a better shirt.

 

[Officer Pete Malloy]

What I have for sale:

-- 20% off coupon from Bed, Bath, and Beyond: $4.00

--$50 gift certificate from The Mark Restaurant with about $19.00 left on it: $18.75

--Approximately 65 VHS video tapes (middle school History related): $1.84

--A lime/neon green T-shirt commemorating the Merle Haggard Middle School class of 2014's trip to Disneyland (size large, worn once): $16.03

--Approximately 10 black t-shirts from a national BBQ chain restaurant. All used. Sizes vary.

--One 15lb dog. Chihuahua/Terrier/Wolverine mix. Guaranteed to bark at any other living creature within a 75 foot radius of your domicile: $9.99

Can you post pics of the shirt?

Link

Well, I probably couldn't poop a better shirt.

As ugly as they were they served their purpose. It was easy to spot our kids wandering around Disneyland.

 

[Officer Pete Malloy]

What are we doing Friday????

I might have to reschedule. Should know today. If so, what about next Friday instead?

I have roverkid and her new kitten that night. every other weekend she goes to her mom's.

Get her a kitten like this.

 

[Henry Ford]

What I have for sale:

-- 20% off coupon from Bed, Bath, and Beyond: $4.00

--$50 gift certificate from The Mark Restaurant with about $19.00 left on it: $18.75

--Approximately 65 VHS video tapes (middle school History related): $1.84

--A lime/neon green T-shirt commemorating the Merle Haggard Middle School class of 2014's trip to Disneyland (size large, worn once): $16.03

--Approximately 10 black t-shirts from a national BBQ chain restaurant. All used. Sizes vary.

--One 15lb dog. Chihuahua/Terrier/Wolverine mix. Guaranteed to bark at any other living creature within a 75 foot radius of your domicile: $9.99

Can you post pics of the shirt?

Link

Well, I probably couldn't poop a better shirt.

As ugly as they were they served their purpose. It was easy to spot our kids wandering around Disneyland.

Just look for the kids getting the #### beat out of them by the other kids in attendance?

 

[DA RAIDERS]

When taking a 7 year old on a plane, do I need to bring his birth certificate or some form of ID? I was gonna PM homer but I figure he's going to bed soon.

I don't think minors need ID unless you're going overseas, then obviously he would need a passport.And Homer don't do planes. He's got that windowless van

;coffee:

This would be good info. My oldest always brings his passport but I just realized the youngest has no picture ID and we're flying to a wedding in July.

we've traveled a lot with my 7 y/o daughter. we've always brought some form of ID for her. she's had a passport since she was 2. which i think will expire this year.

 

[BobbyLayne]

Need some GMTAN advice on how to handle an extended family situation.

[blows out]

I'm from west Michigan, and my three siblings along with most of my 9 nieces/nephews live around there. I was exceptionally close with #1-7, as there is a ten year gap between number seven and my son. About 25 years ago, my oldest sister (divorced/remarried mother of three) elected to adopt with her husband of five years since they were unable to have children. A year into the process, they adopted a brother/sister aged 4 and 5. Before they met them, they were informed of the full case history. The little girl had been sexually abused, repeatedly and over an extended period, by her father. The little boy was known to have witnessed this on more than one occasion. My mom (R.I.P.) was adamantly opposed to this, but once they made the call, we all accepted them and loved them like they were our own flesh and blood. (ASIDE: yes, the scumbag father is still incarcerated.)

Fast forward a quarter century. Despite years of therapy and a loving home environment, both kids turned out to be individual train wrecks. I have no idea what is going on with the boy, who a decade ago was in prison for robbery when my sister disowned him out of safety concerns. My niece is now 29 years old and lives in Groton, CT. She ended up there because the father of her three children was in the Navy. They divorced several years ago. She got pregnant by this guy at age 15, but stayed in school and they continued to date while living at their respective parents homes. About 4-5 years into it they got married.

Anyway, I don't have the same bond with her that I do with my other extended family. Not because she was adopted, but simply because I didn't babysit or take her on day trip adventures like I did the other kids. She's not a bad person (AKAIK), but from her VagueBook posts I know she's a emotional roller coaster. There's an endless stream of drama up on her timeline, most of which doesn't register, but one day a few months ago she mentioned she was engaged (!) and planning on living where the palm trees grow. I honestly didn't even try to figure it out.

So this summer, as I have done for the last 7 years, I rented a house on Shelter Island (between the north and south fork of the island that is Long). I've done a couple full MD-LD seasons out there, but have only gotten away for a month the last few years, and this year just have it for just two weeks. One of the nice things about having a summer cottage is entertaining guests. This year I invited both my sisters (brother can't get off from work) for a week.

Without discussing it with me, the oldest sibling decided to invite her daughter, who she is seldom able to see. As in just figured with four bedrooms and a small guest house, should be no issue. Yeah, thanks.

I'm mulling this over last night and decide to look over the niece's timeline, just trying to figure out 1) what'd she name those three rugrats, and 2) just what is going on with her life. The alleged fiance has a public timeline with nary an acknowledgement of my niece. He does have lots of selfies of his tats, his homies flashing gang signs, various rap videos. Straight up thug or wannabe, I don't want this guy anywhere near my property/family. I'm not all that much more comfortable having my niece visit either.

Her few last VagueBook postings:

I can't believe I'm watching Maury! So into it, its so sad! Yet somehow, I feel so much better about my life!! I have problems but shooooooot... Not like other people!

Omg another NL clown. Yeaaaa noooooo

I spent my day off alone.. Which in the end was probably really needed deep down inside. Funny how that works! But I'll be damned the benadryl and alcohol isn't putting my mind to sleep.. Not so good lmao. Smh I just want to sleeeeep

Along with the typical spends-too-much-time on FB shares, most of them vulgar bathroom humor related. I know I probably sound like an old fuddy duddy but she just seems low rent.

I'm a little conflicted here. I love my big sister but I wish she wouldn't have imposed on me. I remember what a sweet little girl my niece was. She's had a ton of issues to overcome, and keeping her baby when she was 15 might not have been the wisest choice, but dayum, how can you expect someone who was adopted to turn their back on their own kid. Now she's dirt poor, no car, moves a lot, works as a bartender at a Japanese steak house, raising 3 kids by herself. I'd love to open up and connect with her again. Cut her a break, give her and the kids a nice vacation spot. But she's a sort of white trailer trash, no doubt swears/smokes all day long, possibly not a fit mother...just not sure I want her around my kids. I have about 10-1/2 weeks to figure this out.

Leaning towards having a heart to heart with my sister. I don't think I want to be a ##### and take the direct route ("No, absolutely not"). Might be better if I just lay out my concerns/fears with my sister and see how she reacts. GD I hate these kind of dilemmas.

Anyway, would appreciate any insight or stories about family wackos you want to share. Not in a rush to force the issue, but I need to get these off my chest by mid-June so everyone has the same expectations (or time to deal with the disappointment/change of plans).

 

[GroveDiesel]

Did you have an empty bedroom, or did you plan on your kids or someone else being in that 4th bedroom?

Seems like the easiest play is to let your sister know that the 4th room is already being used and that there really just isn't room for anyone else. See if there are other rental houses nearby and helpfully suggest she could rent one of those if she really wants her daughter to be there with the grandkids.

 

[kevzilla]

...pond would be good for her

 

[krista4]

...pond would be good for her

Never fails to amuse me.

 

[Henry Ford]

Need some GMTAN advice on how to handle an extended family situation.

[blows out]

I'm from west Michigan, and my three siblings along with most of my 9 nieces/nephews live around there. I was exceptionally close with #1-7, as there is a ten year gap between number seven and my son. About 25 years ago, my oldest sister (divorced/remarried mother of three) elected to adopt with her husband of five years since they were unable to have children. A year into the process, they adopted a brother/sister aged 4 and 5. Before they met them, they were informed of the full case history. The little girl had been sexually abused, repeatedly and over an extended period, by her father. The little boy was known to have witnessed this on more than one occasion. My mom (R.I.P.) was adamantly opposed to this, but once they made the call, we all accepted them and loved them like they were our own flesh and blood. (ASIDE: yes, the scumbag father is still incarcerated.)

Fast forward a quarter century. Despite years of therapy and a loving home environment, both kids turned out to be individual train wrecks. I have no idea what is going on with the boy, who a decade ago was in prison for robbery when my sister disowned him out of safety concerns. My niece is now 29 years old and lives in Groton, CT. She ended up there because the father of her three children was in the Navy. They divorced several years ago. She got pregnant by this guy at age 15, but stayed in school and they continued to date while living at their respective parents homes. About 4-5 years into it they got married.

Anyway, I don't have the same bond with her that I do with my other extended family. Not because she was adopted, but simply because I didn't babysit or take her on day trip adventures like I did the other kids. She's not a bad person (AKAIK), but from her VagueBook posts I know she's a emotional roller coaster. There's an endless stream of drama up on her timeline, most of which doesn't register, but one day a few months ago she mentioned she was engaged (!) and planning on living where the palm trees grow. I honestly didn't even try to figure it out.

So this summer, as I have done for the last 7 years, I rented a house on Shelter Island (between the north and south fork of the island that is Long). I've done a couple full MD-LD seasons out there, but have only gotten away for a month the last few years, and this year just have it for just two weeks. One of the nice things about having a summer cottage is entertaining guests. This year I invited both my sisters (brother can't get off from work) for a week.

Without discussing it with me, the oldest sibling decided to invite her daughter, who she is seldom able to see. As in just figured with four bedrooms and a small guest house, should be no issue. Yeah, thanks.

I'm mulling this over last night and decide to look over the niece's timeline, just trying to figure out 1) what'd she name those three rugrats, and 2) just what is going on with her life. The alleged fiance has a public timeline with nary an acknowledgement of my niece. He does have lots of selfies of his tats, his homies flashing gang signs, various rap videos. Straight up thug or wannabe, I don't want this guy anywhere near my property/family. I'm not all that much more comfortable having my niece visit either.

Her few last VagueBook postings:

I can't believe I'm watching Maury! So into it, its so sad! Yet somehow, I feel so much better about my life!! I have problems but shooooooot... Not like other people!

Omg another NL clown. Yeaaaa noooooo

I spent my day off alone.. Which in the end was probably really needed deep down inside. Funny how that works! But I'll be damned the benadryl and alcohol isn't putting my mind to sleep.. Not so good lmao. Smh I just want to sleeeeep

Along with the typical spends-too-much-time on FB shares, most of them vulgar bathroom humor related. I know I probably sound like an old fuddy duddy but she just seems low rent.

I'm a little conflicted here. I love my big sister but I wish she wouldn't have imposed on me. I remember what a sweet little girl my niece was. She's had a ton of issues to overcome, and keeping her baby when she was 15 might not have been the wisest choice, but dayum, how can you expect someone who was adopted to turn their back on their own kid. Now she's dirt poor, no car, moves a lot, works as a bartender at a Japanese steak house, raising 3 kids by herself. I'd love to open up and connect with her again. Cut her a break, give her and the kids a nice vacation spot. But she's a sort of white trailer trash, no doubt swears/smokes all day long, possibly not a fit mother...just not sure I want her around my kids. I have about 10-1/2 weeks to figure this out.

Leaning towards having a heart to heart with my sister. I don't think I want to be a ##### and take the direct route ("No, absolutely not"). Might be better if I just lay out my concerns/fears with my sister and see how she reacts. GD I hate these kind of dilemmas.

Anyway, would appreciate any insight or stories about family wackos you want to share. Not in a rush to force the issue, but I need to get these off my chest by mid-June so everyone has the same expectations (or time to deal with the disappointment/change of plans).

How old are your kids?

 

[BobbyLayne]

Did you have an empty bedroom, or did you plan on your kids or someone else being in that 4th bedroom?

Seems like the easiest play is to let your sister know that the 4th room is already being used and that there really just isn't room for anyone else. See if there are other rental houses nearby and helpfully suggest she could rent one of those if she really wants her daughter to be there with the grandkids.

The guest house is just a well crafted 300 sq ft shack, electricity but no running water. My sisters have dibs on that. The house isn't that large but it is two stories. Two bedrooms have kind/queen, two bedrooms have two singles. I also have a couple pillow top air mattresses around. Unfortunately the logistics won't save me here, ten isn't a stretch. There's also a big 1/2 acre yard in the shade, walking distance to town or beach.

 

[BobbyLayne]

...pond would be good for her

Never fails to amuse me.

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[BobbyLayne]

Need some GMTAN advice on how to handle an extended family situation.

[blows out]

I'm from west Michigan, and my three siblings along with most of my 9 nieces/nephews live around there. I was exceptionally close with #1-7, as there is a ten year gap between number seven and my son. About 25 years ago, my oldest sister (divorced/remarried mother of three) elected to adopt with her husband of five years since they were unable to have children. A year into the process, they adopted a brother/sister aged 4 and 5. Before they met them, they were informed of the full case history. The little girl had been sexually abused, repeatedly and over an extended period, by her father. The little boy was known to have witnessed this on more than one occasion. My mom (R.I.P.) was adamantly opposed to this, but once they made the call, we all accepted them and loved them like they were our own flesh and blood. (ASIDE: yes, the scumbag father is still incarcerated.)

Fast forward a quarter century. Despite years of therapy and a loving home environment, both kids turned out to be individual train wrecks. I have no idea what is going on with the boy, who a decade ago was in prison for robbery when my sister disowned him out of safety concerns. My niece is now 29 years old and lives in Groton, CT. She ended up there because the father of her three children was in the Navy. They divorced several years ago. She got pregnant by this guy at age 15, but stayed in school and they continued to date while living at their respective parents homes. About 4-5 years into it they got married.

Anyway, I don't have the same bond with her that I do with my other extended family. Not because she was adopted, but simply because I didn't babysit or take her on day trip adventures like I did the other kids. She's not a bad person (AKAIK), but from her VagueBook posts I know she's a emotional roller coaster. There's an endless stream of drama up on her timeline, most of which doesn't register, but one day a few months ago she mentioned she was engaged (!) and planning on living where the palm trees grow. I honestly didn't even try to figure it out.

So this summer, as I have done for the last 7 years, I rented a house on Shelter Island (between the north and south fork of the island that is Long). I've done a couple full MD-LD seasons out there, but have only gotten away for a month the last few years, and this year just have it for just two weeks. One of the nice things about having a summer cottage is entertaining guests. This year I invited both my sisters (brother can't get off from work) for a week.

Without discussing it with me, the oldest sibling decided to invite her daughter, who she is seldom able to see. As in just figured with four bedrooms and a small guest house, should be no issue. Yeah, thanks.

I'm mulling this over last night and decide to look over the niece's timeline, just trying to figure out 1) what'd she name those three rugrats, and 2) just what is going on with her life. The alleged fiance has a public timeline with nary an acknowledgement of my niece. He does have lots of selfies of his tats, his homies flashing gang signs, various rap videos. Straight up thug or wannabe, I don't want this guy anywhere near my property/family. I'm not all that much more comfortable having my niece visit either.

Her few last VagueBook postings:

I can't believe I'm watching Maury! So into it, its so sad! Yet somehow, I feel so much better about my life!! I have problems but shooooooot... Not like other people!

Omg another NL clown. Yeaaaa noooooo

I spent my day off alone.. Which in the end was probably really needed deep down inside. Funny how that works! But I'll be damned the benadryl and alcohol isn't putting my mind to sleep.. Not so good lmao. Smh I just want to sleeeeep

Along with the typical spends-too-much-time on FB shares, most of them vulgar bathroom humor related. I know I probably sound like an old fuddy duddy but she just seems low rent.

I'm a little conflicted here. I love my big sister but I wish she wouldn't have imposed on me. I remember what a sweet little girl my niece was. She's had a ton of issues to overcome, and keeping her baby when she was 15 might not have been the wisest choice, but dayum, how can you expect someone who was adopted to turn their back on their own kid. Now she's dirt poor, no car, moves a lot, works as a bartender at a Japanese steak house, raising 3 kids by herself. I'd love to open up and connect with her again. Cut her a break, give her and the kids a nice vacation spot. But she's a sort of white trailer trash, no doubt swears/smokes all day long, possibly not a fit mother...just not sure I want her around my kids. I have about 10-1/2 weeks to figure this out.

Leaning towards having a heart to heart with my sister. I don't think I want to be a ##### and take the direct route ("No, absolutely not"). Might be better if I just lay out my concerns/fears with my sister and see how she reacts. GD I hate these kind of dilemmas.

Anyway, would appreciate any insight or stories about family wackos you want to share. Not in a rush to force the issue, but I need to get these off my chest by mid-June so everyone has the same expectations (or time to deal with the disappointment/change of plans).

How old are your kids?

15 and 5.

Niece's kids are 14, 8 and 6. Four adults, five idiots darlings. No doge.

 

[Gadzooks]

When taking a 7 year old on a plane, do I need to bring his birth certificate or some form of ID? I was gonna PM homer but I figure he's going to bed soon.

I don't think minors need ID unless you're going overseas, then obviously he would need a passport.And Homer don't do planes. He's got that windowless van

;coffee:

This would be good info. My oldest always brings his passport but I just realized the youngest has no picture ID and we're flying to a wedding in July.

According everything online ID is required for anyone 18 or older. However, when I called SouthWest the customer service lady told me to bring his birth certificate because everybody needs ID. I had my brother when he bought the tickets if they said anything and he said no, but he also called SouthWest and the person he talked to said it wasn't required for anyone under 18. I'm bringing it anyways just to be safe.

 

[Ignoramus]

So nobody wants to hear about my cousin in Minnesota who got arrested last night?

"Just kidding, my cousin lives in Wisconsin and hasn't ever so much as jaywalked. Suckers! Hahahahahahahahahaha!!!!!"

 

[Osaurus]

I am at the airport waiting to pick someone up. It's not as exciting as it sounds.

 

[Henry Ford]

15 and 5.

Niece's kids are 14, 8 and 6. Four adults, five idiots darlings. No doge.

If they were all older, I'd say it sounds like it would be fine, but a 5,6,8 year old around someone who's a risk might be pushing it. It just sounds like she's a little weird, but not dangerous.

 

[Gadzooks]

'Zooks, are you still not banging that teacher?

I don't bang. I make quick joyful awkward love.

I was kinda losing interest with each date and pretty much lost all interest after the banging. I feel like an ### for that, I was literally contemplating sneaking out of her house in the middle of the night to go home and sleep peacefully in my own bed. We went out one more time and for the last couple weeks my schedule has too "busy" to be able to see her. I'm leaving tomorrow morning for Colorado for a few days and yesterday she called me out (via text) for being distant and putting her off. I feel bad, she's very nice person. We're going to get together next week to "talk".

 

[BobbyLayne]

Full disclosure: my sister did actually ask if it was OK, via email. AFTER she invited her daughter. So, basically I'm in a corner here. I haven't responded yet.

 

[Ignoramus]

Did you have an empty bedroom, or did you plan on your kids or someone else being in that 4th bedroom?

Seems like the easiest play is to let your sister know that the 4th room is already being used and that there really just isn't room for anyone else. See if there are other rental houses nearby and helpfully suggest she could rent one of those if she really wants her daughter to be there with the grandkids.

The guest house is just a well crafted 300 sq ft shack, electricity but no running water. My sisters have dibs on that. The house isn't that large but it is two stories. Two bedrooms have kind/queen, two bedrooms have two singles. I also have a couple pillow top air mattresses around. Unfortunately the logistics won't save me here, ten isn't a stretch. There's also a big 1/2 acre yard in the shade, walking distance to town or beach.

"Gosh sis, it's going to be tight quarters with all of you staying in the guest house."

 

[Captain Quinoa]

Full disclosure: my sister did actually ask if it was OK, via email. AFTER she invited her daughter. So, basically I'm in a corner here. I haven't responded yet.

"No"

 

[General Malaise]

What are we doing Friday????

I might have to reschedule. Should know today. If so, what about next Friday instead?

I have roverkid and her new kitten that night. every other weekend she goes to her mom's.

Get her a kitten like this.

I don't think that's a cat, GB. More like a toy. For Homer.

 

[St. Louis Bob]

Pretty sure the answer to this question is ball cancer, but I'll ask anyways

For the past two nights, I've been extremely itchy over my entire body. Nuts, legs, scalp, back, nose, ###, stomach...everything.

During the day, it hasn't been so bad, but every night when I get ready to go to bed, I'm itchy all over.

GMTAN, MD - diaganosis?

I'm not sure but that's not chiggers. Chiggers will leave bumps like mosquito bites.

You may just have really dry skin? I would try this if I were you, GB.

 

[St. Louis Bob]

'Zooks, are you still not banging that teacher?

I don't bang. I make quick joyful awkward love.

I was kinda losing interest with each date and pretty much lost all interest after the banging. I feel like an ### for that, I was literally contemplating sneaking out of her house in the middle of the night to go home and sleep peacefully in my own bed. We went out one more time and for the last couple weeks my schedule has too "busy" to be able to see her. I'm leaving tomorrow morning for Colorado for a few days and yesterday she called me out (via text) for being distant and putting her off. I feel bad, she's very nice person. We're going to get together next week to "talk".

No way I'm leaving Mrs. SLB to you now.

 

[St. Louis Bob]

Jesus. So sorry to hear Bobby. :(

 

[General Malaise]

When taking a 7 year old on a plane, do I need to bring his birth certificate or some form of ID? I was gonna PM homer but I figure he's going to bed soon.

I don't think minors need ID unless you're going overseas, then obviously he would need a passport.And Homer don't do planes. He's got that windowless van

;coffee:

This would be good info. My oldest always brings his passport but I just realized the youngest has no picture ID and we're flying to a wedding in July.

According everything online ID is required for anyone 18 or older. However, when I called SouthWest the customer service lady told me to bring his birth certificate because everybody needs ID. I had my brother when he bought the tickets if they said anything and he said no, but he also called SouthWest and the person he talked to said it wasn't required for anyone under 18. I'm bringing it anyways just to be safe.

We've flown Southwest many times with the boys and never even once thought to bring them...nor have we been asked to provide them. But, better to have it and not need it than stick your wang in the mash potatoes or something.

We will bring the BC for Hurricane Hazel as she will still be under the magical flying age of 2 when we head to Mich in 2 weeks...

 

[General Malaise]

'Zooks, are you still not banging that teacher?

I don't bang. I make quick joyful awkward love.

I was kinda losing interest with each date and pretty much lost all interest after the banging. I feel like an ### for that, I was literally contemplating sneaking out of her house in the middle of the night to go home and sleep peacefully in my own bed. We went out one more time and for the last couple weeks my schedule has too "busy" to be able to see her. I'm leaving tomorrow morning for Colorado for a few days and yesterday she called me out (via text) for being distant and putting her off. I feel bad, she's very nice person. We're going to get together next week to "talk".

pics?

 

[General Malaise]

Did you have an empty bedroom, or did you plan on your kids or someone else being in that 4th bedroom?

Seems like the easiest play is to let your sister know that the 4th room is already being used and that there really just isn't room for anyone else. See if there are other rental houses nearby and helpfully suggest she could rent one of those if she really wants her daughter to be there with the grandkids.

Tend to agree here. Some other things:

1) I'm assuming that since this is a rental there is a strict NO SMOKING policy in place. If there is not, create one.

2) If your sister invited her family, she should be paying their room & board. Right? Maybe start canvassing the area for hotels/motels/rentals that are close by that the same $$$ owed to you can now be owed to somebody else.

3) Now would be a great time to put an ad on CL seeking a hot single mom of young kids who wants a free vacation with the only caveat being that she pretends you are her BF.

 

[UniAlias]

She smokes AND swears a lot?

 

[guru_007]

If the niece is coming with just her kids, I don't see what the big problem is. Poor girl probably hasn't caught much of a break for most of her life, and now has a chance to get away and spend a week with family and relax. I dunno, just the way I see it.