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Post by Office Ninja on Jan 10, 2011 13:21:40 GMT -5
Everyone in Tulsa here is freaking out because of the snow. I wake up and the sidewalks are clear and there is a little dusting on the grass. Really people? Thats nothing.
And no I am not a vegetarian Norfy, I just learned how to eat different things on my diet. Its amazing what you can substitute and lose a few hundred calories.
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Post by dejibo on Jan 11, 2011 20:14:46 GMT -5
expecting 18 to 24 inches of snow tonight and tomorrow. Ah, NH is finally getting back to normal. Its scary when NC gets more snow than NH. What is wrong with this world?
Feeling crappy, but working thru it. Hope all is well with you guys.
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Post by Office Ninja on Jan 14, 2011 23:13:44 GMT -5
House turned out to be not so great come inspection. Looks like we will be looking for another house.
Makes me sad.
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Post by Norfy the Walrus on Jan 17, 2011 23:50:16 GMT -5
Today was day one of veggie. During the weekend mom and I went to the store to find some veggie meats. We have meat balls, chicken burgers, and tofu turkey slices for sammiches. Ironically named Tofurkey. We had the meat balls tonight in a vegetable stir fry and they were actually really good. The texture differs slightly but the taste is spot on. Surprising! I'm not expecting to like everything but its good to get a feel for what tastes good and what doesn't. The only problem is that a lot of this veggie meat stuff is kind of expensive. I was hoping to get some veggie chicken breast slices for salads or stir fries but you get a super small package for $7. Spend a few dollars more and you can get a nice big box of real chicken breasts. So thats a bummer.
Still getting along well with the woman at work that likes me. I still feel a bit of regret about the situation but I know its the smartest thing. So....oh well I guess.
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Post by dejibo on Jan 18, 2011 8:11:33 GMT -5
Congrats on the veggie life style change (even if its temp) There are many wonderful products out there that taste just like meat. I am hoping that you will walk away from meat and its substitutes for a week and get used to the way veggies can taste without using any of its look alike friends. There are just tons of ways to cook without meat. Hell, there are tons of ways to cook by removing any ingredient you choose. My son ex cant eat any wheat or food that has shared wheat machines. There are flourless cakes, brownies and so on. Im so proud of you!
its snowing...again. need I say more.
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Post by Norfy the Walrus on Jan 18, 2011 23:37:42 GMT -5
Thank you ;D We also went to a store called Bulk Barn. They sell everything in bulky barrels and you scoop them into a bag and are charged by weight. I bought a ton of almonds, cashews and red pistachios. Nuts are good for protein. Had a good weekend. My friend came over and we had a few beers. Since my Xbox is red ringed we couldn't really play Halo so we just watched a whole bunch of random, stupid shit on You Tube. Mom and I also have a vacation planned again. We are either going to Eastern Canada towards Nova Scotia (if we can afford it) or head west to British Columbia to visit family. I'd rather go east but going west won't be so bad. Its been a while since I've seen the family. I hear there's a lot of drama going on though. I'll visit but just stay uninvolved in their shit. In other news with Prince whatshisface in Britain now married there is concern over if his first born will be a boy or a girl. If its a girl she automatically loses any claim to the throne in the future unless a brother or whatever dies. So Britain is planning on changing that law so the first born is always first in line to the throne no matter what the gender. To pass this law Britain is calling for a vote from not just within the country but also from its "colony" countries. This includes Canada. However most of us say we don't give a fuck what they do so why even bother asking us for a vote? I personally think the monarchy needs to be annulled completely cause that kind of system has no place in modern society. But I'll be happy if Canada at the very least severs those monarchical ties to Britain. I don't like seeing a queen who has nothing to do with my country on my 20 dollar bill. Sorry! End rant. ;D
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Post by dejibo on Jan 19, 2011 8:25:59 GMT -5
You guys looking to be adopted by USA? our redheaded step child? I think we outta drag you guys in from the cold anyway. You dont belong with those chip eaters you belong with the cowboys and the land of Flo the progressive girl. its going to snow again...sheeesh! I got a 4th generation ipod touch and now need to sell my 3rd gernation. looks like I am going to have to use ebay. someone is going to have to teach me. There is a local girl that know alot about it, lets see how this goes.
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Post by Office Ninja on Jan 19, 2011 12:23:02 GMT -5
Norfy, when are you going to come vacation at my house? Im going to have a spare room soon!
Party at my place!
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Post by Yvondith on Jan 20, 2011 17:43:16 GMT -5
Possibly sad news on my end. Smokey is sick, he's acting like it's painful for him to urinate, and he's having issues actually urinating. He's going to make taken to the vet tomorrow. I pray it's something they can easily fix. If not, unfortunately we will have to have him put down. It's absolutely breaking my heart, but I don't want him to suffer.
I will have an update on this matter tomorrow I hope.
In lighter news, Fred has absolutely no problems urinating and thinks it's cool to piss in my sinks. /facepalm
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Post by Norfy the Walrus on Jan 20, 2011 20:45:11 GMT -5
No we're not looking to be adopted by anyone. Although I think we have more in common with the US than with Britain anyways. I'd rather us just be free and independent. Kik, maybe some day. Maybe some day. Your cat sounds like it has a urinary tract infection. I think thats what its called. There is a special cat food out there that helps prevent that from happening. Its called Science Diet. It costs a bit more but its worth it. Its what we feed Simon. I hope your kitty lives.
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Post by Yvondith on Jan 20, 2011 21:04:05 GMT -5
I hope that's what it is. I'm praying that it isn't what afflicted Dej's kitty. I'm hoping it's a UTI. I will find out tomorrow.
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Post by Yvondith on Jan 20, 2011 22:03:33 GMT -5
This is exactly what he is doing. He also meows pitifully when he's attempting to urinate. This is a sign of UTI. However, he's also not eating or drinking, which has me severely worried.
Needless to say I'm an emotional wreck right now. I love this animal so much, and I pray that it's something easy to fix.
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Post by dejibo on Jan 21, 2011 9:09:39 GMT -5
If you have no money to fix this and you see it happening, switch him to NON fish diets. They say fish makes it worse. If he is blocked its an EMERGENCY. As long as he pees ONE drop he is getting stuff thru, but if he isnt peeing anything his kidneys will shut down. If a cat goes 24 hours without peeing its life threatening. It would require expensive medical care. They dont know why this happens to some cats and not others. Usually the cat is lazy and overweight. Less active and a bit of a marshmellow. Active cats tend not to get this condition. it rips my heart in two to think of this happening to anyones kitty. Jack was miserable. Jack still struggles even tho we had 3 caths done, and then a penectomy. He still is on meds, and dribbles when he doesnt feel well. He is quick to hide and has become a magnum opus to care for. I wonder somedays if I did him a favor by keeping him alive. The last cat that I had with this did great after surgery, but this guy is making it hard. Im sorry ((hugs))
its snowing...again, or should I say still.
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Post by Norfy the Walrus on Jan 21, 2011 11:14:35 GMT -5
Is he orange? I don't know why but I have heard that orange cats are more likely to get urinary infections. I don't understand what fur color has to do with it but I also heard that white cats are more likely to go deaf.
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Post by dejibo on Jan 21, 2011 17:18:44 GMT -5
I called and the cat passed whatever was blocking him. he peed all over the carrier. I believe he is a dark tiger kitty. He stayed the day at the vet for tests. They will check his urine to see if he is making crystals and blocking, and can continue to pee on his own. Its a horrible thing to watch. The vet will give them his best advice on what to do when they pick him up later on.
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