Ok. Success. I know how to load the digital photos onto my blog page. WoW!!!!!
Still learning about my apple - I guess.
Gwen aka FiFi
Sunday, June 6, 2010
Let's Try This Again
Ok. Success. I know how to load the digital photos onto my blog page. WoW!!!!!
Still learning about my apple - I guess.
Gwen aka FiFi
Disappointing
Well this is disappointing. I can't figure out how to get a digital photo on to the blog. Whoa Hoo!!!!! Success. This by the way is the Ogdensburg NY lighthouse. Ogdensburg NY is the small border town where I would get my car serviced (well ok, before they went out of business 1 month before my departure), my eye doctor, most co-workers would do their grocery shopping. I will try to go back and re-post my cats photos. I accidentally deleted Simba. Whoops.......I have him in another photo though. I do think I will leave my history lesson for another night. I have already downloaded those photos onto my computer so they won't be going anywhere.
1st couple of weeks of Kids being Home
Its been a couple of weeks since I last sent a message. The kids were just coming home. They have been home now for 2 weeks and they still have some issues. Sometimes when I get in the shower they take off and hide because they think we will be taking off again. When they realize we are staying put the next few days are good they are relaxed and then next thing you know they are back to hiding. I can understand it - 1 week in a hotel in Ottawa, 4 days on the road, 8 days in Brunswick, the more than 24 hours being in crate, and then 4 weeks in quarantine. Long time for their routine to be disrupted.
Here are some photos of them in their new surroundings.
Here are some photos of them in their new surroundings.
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Monday, May 24, 2010
Kids Are Home
I have been updating my Blog each Sunday but I figured since a very historic occasion was going to happen today, I thought I would wait.
I picked up my Cats today from the Quarantine office. We made a quick stop off at the "island vet" and then onto home. The kids were apprehensive at 1st - wasn't quite sure if they should come out of their carriers - not that I would blame them. Once they came out they weren't sure if they should hide under the beds or if they should roam around and investigate. So they decided to do a little bit of both. Which was real good to see.
I went to work to give them time to themselves and when I got home Simba greeted me with his Meowing and by coming to the door. I also found that 1 of the 2 toys I put down was missing. So 1 of them felt good enough to swat the ball around.
They are wanting to investigate everything, i.e., getting on tables and counters. Both for which they get scolded for.
They have used the litter boxes but they have not had any food yet. I'm expecting to wake to empty bowls in the morning.
All is well in the household now.
Didn't do much this weekend. Took it easy. I napped both days and I don't think I've done that since I've been here. Finished another book. All in all a nice relaxing weekend.
I picked up my Cats today from the Quarantine office. We made a quick stop off at the "island vet" and then onto home. The kids were apprehensive at 1st - wasn't quite sure if they should come out of their carriers - not that I would blame them. Once they came out they weren't sure if they should hide under the beds or if they should roam around and investigate. So they decided to do a little bit of both. Which was real good to see.
I went to work to give them time to themselves and when I got home Simba greeted me with his Meowing and by coming to the door. I also found that 1 of the 2 toys I put down was missing. So 1 of them felt good enough to swat the ball around.
They are wanting to investigate everything, i.e., getting on tables and counters. Both for which they get scolded for.
They have used the litter boxes but they have not had any food yet. I'm expecting to wake to empty bowls in the morning.
All is well in the household now.
Didn't do much this weekend. Took it easy. I napped both days and I don't think I've done that since I've been here. Finished another book. All in all a nice relaxing weekend.
Sunday, May 16, 2010
Sunday May 16, 2010
Another week has gone by and I can't believe that in 7 more days my cats will be living with me once again. All seem to be doing quite well, even Pepper, who was quite vocal this morning. She is still upset with me but she will soon get over it.
I attempted to walk out to the 2 WWII tanks this morning but learned quite quickly that I was too short to walk. There was a family out there this morning who had the right idea. They had paddle boards and snorkel equipment. Once the kids are home I will get myself a paddle board and snorkel equipment and paddle my way out there.
Work is coming along. It shouldn't be too long before we have our "networked" computers up and running. Hopefully in the next couple of weeks.
I have purchased a car from a local. 1997 Nissan Pathfinder. I will pick it up tomorrow around 12:00 noon. Next thing I will have to do is get insurance. I can hardly wait until all this is finished and the only thing I will be buying and/or paying for is maintenance. So, so far all is coming together quite nicely. Now all I need is a used TV and I'll be set.
During May there is a food festival that is going on. I went Saturday evening and met 3 attorneys all from the US. Interesting guys, not your "typical" attorney.
Saturday evening after the festival I had my 1st Skype chat. It was quite interesting. There was a bit of a lag time but not much. We even did video so we could see each other.
Today was spent in the usual manner, visited the kids, dropped off a roll of film to have transferred to a CD so yes folks, I have photos.
The 1st set of photos are taken from my hotel room balcony and the best picture of 2 of the WWII tanks. I have some of my loving kids.
Enjoy.
I attempted to walk out to the 2 WWII tanks this morning but learned quite quickly that I was too short to walk. There was a family out there this morning who had the right idea. They had paddle boards and snorkel equipment. Once the kids are home I will get myself a paddle board and snorkel equipment and paddle my way out there.
Work is coming along. It shouldn't be too long before we have our "networked" computers up and running. Hopefully in the next couple of weeks.
I have purchased a car from a local. 1997 Nissan Pathfinder. I will pick it up tomorrow around 12:00 noon. Next thing I will have to do is get insurance. I can hardly wait until all this is finished and the only thing I will be buying and/or paying for is maintenance. So, so far all is coming together quite nicely. Now all I need is a used TV and I'll be set.
During May there is a food festival that is going on. I went Saturday evening and met 3 attorneys all from the US. Interesting guys, not your "typical" attorney.
Saturday evening after the festival I had my 1st Skype chat. It was quite interesting. There was a bit of a lag time but not much. We even did video so we could see each other.
Today was spent in the usual manner, visited the kids, dropped off a roll of film to have transferred to a CD so yes folks, I have photos.
The 1st set of photos are taken from my hotel room balcony and the best picture of 2 of the WWII tanks. I have some of my loving kids.
Sunday, May 9, 2010
Different Time Zone and Weird Stuff
For whatever reason I keep forgetting that everyone is about 14 hours behind me. I was ordering some things for my cats "welcome home" (ok I ordered litter boxes) and I noticed my order went through April 9 at 12:15 a.m. UGH!!!! Though I find it interesting that I know not to call anyone until late this evening or 1st thing tomorrow morning. Funny how that seems to work.
I would have bought the litter boxes here is Saipan, but I couldn't find any. I can get kitty litter and I can even buy the "scoopers" but I could not find anything to put the litter in so I can use the scooper. So for right now I have make shift litter boxes until I get the real 1s.
Tomorrow I am going to sign and send off a request to the Quarantine Vet to release my kids early. I'm figuring I have a 50/50 chance though in all honesty since a lot of things go on "greasing the palms" my chances of early release are slim. But I am going to try it anyway. With my luck he will grant it 2 days prior to their actual release date anyway.
Today I decided to go look for a printer for my computer. There are a couple of "stationary" stores on the island. When I went in the main stationary store, they had everything but printers. Well ok, they had 2 different types and 1 was sold. But they did have stuff for crafts, kitchen items, bathroom items, hangers (I bought 6 for hanging skirts and suck - for .45 how could you go wrong), everything and anything you could think of that did not have anything to do with a stationary store.
There are 3 Ace Hardwares on the island and though I've only been in 2 of them, the 2 I have been in don't even carry the same merchandise.
I spend more time driving around looking for stuff that a tank of gas only lasts 1 week. Hopefully as I get to be familiar with the island and what stores have what and plus after a while you'll have what you need, my gas consumption will go down.
I'm getting to the point where I would like my own car. 1 of the guys in the office has a cousin or some relation who works at 1 of the dealerships. I will also need a PO Box and his uncle is the Post Master General for the island. So, knowing someone who knows someone is the key here to getting things done as well.
This is my 3rd week here. It doesn't seem like it's been that long. All is well. I turned on the air today for a couple of hours just to see how things run. The landlord's husband came up because 3 of the 4 units aren't working properly. They will send over a technician.
Sorry no pictures yet. I need to use my film. I need to start carrying my camera so I can take some pictures. On Thursdays they have a street feast - with entertainment. This past Thursday they had a "dance troop" I believe and the kids did native dancing - maybe. Anyway, the kids were cute and the age range was from 6 or 7 to teenagers. I would have enjoyed having my camera with me to get some photos. I will try to do better. There are a few places that will process film so as long as I can get a disk - I'll be good to go.
Since it is getting time for folks to be waking up - Happy Mother's Day.
I would have bought the litter boxes here is Saipan, but I couldn't find any. I can get kitty litter and I can even buy the "scoopers" but I could not find anything to put the litter in so I can use the scooper. So for right now I have make shift litter boxes until I get the real 1s.
Tomorrow I am going to sign and send off a request to the Quarantine Vet to release my kids early. I'm figuring I have a 50/50 chance though in all honesty since a lot of things go on "greasing the palms" my chances of early release are slim. But I am going to try it anyway. With my luck he will grant it 2 days prior to their actual release date anyway.
Today I decided to go look for a printer for my computer. There are a couple of "stationary" stores on the island. When I went in the main stationary store, they had everything but printers. Well ok, they had 2 different types and 1 was sold. But they did have stuff for crafts, kitchen items, bathroom items, hangers (I bought 6 for hanging skirts and suck - for .45 how could you go wrong), everything and anything you could think of that did not have anything to do with a stationary store.
There are 3 Ace Hardwares on the island and though I've only been in 2 of them, the 2 I have been in don't even carry the same merchandise.
I spend more time driving around looking for stuff that a tank of gas only lasts 1 week. Hopefully as I get to be familiar with the island and what stores have what and plus after a while you'll have what you need, my gas consumption will go down.
I'm getting to the point where I would like my own car. 1 of the guys in the office has a cousin or some relation who works at 1 of the dealerships. I will also need a PO Box and his uncle is the Post Master General for the island. So, knowing someone who knows someone is the key here to getting things done as well.
This is my 3rd week here. It doesn't seem like it's been that long. All is well. I turned on the air today for a couple of hours just to see how things run. The landlord's husband came up because 3 of the 4 units aren't working properly. They will send over a technician.
Sorry no pictures yet. I need to use my film. I need to start carrying my camera so I can take some pictures. On Thursdays they have a street feast - with entertainment. This past Thursday they had a "dance troop" I believe and the kids did native dancing - maybe. Anyway, the kids were cute and the age range was from 6 or 7 to teenagers. I would have enjoyed having my camera with me to get some photos. I will try to do better. There are a few places that will process film so as long as I can get a disk - I'll be good to go.
Since it is getting time for folks to be waking up - Happy Mother's Day.
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
Learning The Ropes
As I'm sure all are aware I have moved into the "flat". Besides being overrun by ants it is a nice place. Roomy. It is 3 bedroom/2 bath. There is a bed and dresser in each room. I have a table and chairs in the kitchen, a table for my computer, and (of all things) leather coach and love seat in the living room.
I have done some shopping for the necessities, i.e., ironing board and iron, pots, silverware (the landlord has provided a set of dishes), hangers, litter box (for when the kids come home), and groceries. I couldn't believe it when I saw a few things gluten free. They even have soy milk. I'm in heaven. Some things I will just have to put up with the prices only because I won't be able to get them shipped to me via Care Packages (thanks Janet).
I'm still adjusting sleep-wise to the new place. Some of it is the odd noises and others just my mind thinking of things - when it shouldn't be.
There are about 4 people from the office who work out as a group 3 times a week. Tonight I have to say was my 1st night working out. We walked for about 30 minutes by Memorial Park and then we threw the football around (yes, you are seeing correctly) for about another 30 minutes.
Afterwards, since I needed to go get some kitty litter, I went by yet another grocery store. I couldn't believe it when I found Gluten Free Elbow Noodles and Gluten Free Bread. They even had Gluten Free bread mixes. Now maybe I won't have to buy the breadmaker. I also found Soy Yogurt. Pricey but still it gives me more breakfast options. I will need to buy a toaster and a waffle maker. The waffle maker because I have a Gluten Free Pancake/Waffle mix with me so I can make the waffles and then freeze them. Yeah!!!!! I even found a small Chocolate Soy Milk. AMAZING!!!!
I do believe I'm adjusting to my new environment rather well. The other day I was thinking about when I moved out of my place in Ottawa. The kids and I have been living out of a suitcase for the last month, since I moved out the house April 5, 2010. I request that everyone who reads this prays for me this coming Monday. I'm going to ask the quarantine office if I can take the cats home. I had the blood test done 4 months prior to arrival so wish me luck. Yes, I do realize there is a good chance they will say no, but if I don't try I will never know. The cats are as ready to come home to their normal life as I am ready for them to be home. It truly makes me sad.
I'm sorry no pictures yet. I still need to find out if I can even get my pictures developed here or not. I guess the time has come to break down and buy a digital camera. If anyone has any suggestions I'm all ears.
Have a very pleasant Tuesday, May 4, 2010. I have finally figured out as I am finishing my day, you are just beginning yours.
I have done some shopping for the necessities, i.e., ironing board and iron, pots, silverware (the landlord has provided a set of dishes), hangers, litter box (for when the kids come home), and groceries. I couldn't believe it when I saw a few things gluten free. They even have soy milk. I'm in heaven. Some things I will just have to put up with the prices only because I won't be able to get them shipped to me via Care Packages (thanks Janet).
I'm still adjusting sleep-wise to the new place. Some of it is the odd noises and others just my mind thinking of things - when it shouldn't be.
There are about 4 people from the office who work out as a group 3 times a week. Tonight I have to say was my 1st night working out. We walked for about 30 minutes by Memorial Park and then we threw the football around (yes, you are seeing correctly) for about another 30 minutes.
Afterwards, since I needed to go get some kitty litter, I went by yet another grocery store. I couldn't believe it when I found Gluten Free Elbow Noodles and Gluten Free Bread. They even had Gluten Free bread mixes. Now maybe I won't have to buy the breadmaker. I also found Soy Yogurt. Pricey but still it gives me more breakfast options. I will need to buy a toaster and a waffle maker. The waffle maker because I have a Gluten Free Pancake/Waffle mix with me so I can make the waffles and then freeze them. Yeah!!!!! I even found a small Chocolate Soy Milk. AMAZING!!!!
I do believe I'm adjusting to my new environment rather well. The other day I was thinking about when I moved out of my place in Ottawa. The kids and I have been living out of a suitcase for the last month, since I moved out the house April 5, 2010. I request that everyone who reads this prays for me this coming Monday. I'm going to ask the quarantine office if I can take the cats home. I had the blood test done 4 months prior to arrival so wish me luck. Yes, I do realize there is a good chance they will say no, but if I don't try I will never know. The cats are as ready to come home to their normal life as I am ready for them to be home. It truly makes me sad.
I'm sorry no pictures yet. I still need to find out if I can even get my pictures developed here or not. I guess the time has come to break down and buy a digital camera. If anyone has any suggestions I'm all ears.
Have a very pleasant Tuesday, May 4, 2010. I have finally figured out as I am finishing my day, you are just beginning yours.
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