Topic: IMR's countdown thread! Tell everybody I'm on my way... (Read 19825 times)

Lunamione7 · « **Reply #50 on:** November 21, 2012, 01:08:07 AM »

Quote from: fancyfont on November 18, 2012, 11:19:58 PM

Being that most of your flight will be over the ocean, I would go for the leg room.
What a fantastic photo of "D" plane! We can't wait for you to arrive!

Just a side note to everyone that knows what a variety of pies we have here in the U.S. IMR has never had fruit and cream pies before, just meat pies. By the time she gets back on "D" plane, she might take up the row of seats.

I love that show I LOVE that show!

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InmemoryofRomeo · « **Reply #51 on:** November 21, 2012, 11:34:42 PM »

*dances around* I got some US currency today

Very different from the Aussie stuff I can tell you!

7 days, 17 hours and 45 minutes until my flight leaves

InmemoryofRomeo · « **Reply #52 on:** November 25, 2012, 01:20:12 PM »

OMG 3 days left! I gotta pack!!! *panics*

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AJ is snoozing very unconcerned beside my luggage, sadly though I can't tell him that I'm not going to be gone forever and I will be home again in three weeks. Almost wish I could pull his battery out for that time!

RedwoodsMama · « **Reply #53 on:** November 25, 2012, 01:59:28 PM »

Poor Aj, he doesn't understand, My dog does not seem to get too upset, but my cats allways look like they feel like they are being deserted.. makes me feel so guilty! Just give AJ lots of TLC and extra hugs and treats before you leave. Do you have someone that is going to take care of them while your gone.. three weeks seems like forever. When I am gone just for the weekend or overnight, I panic about my babies even though my hubby tells me they are fine..The next 3 days are going to go by so fast you won't believe it. I guess you have a full schedule when you get here and hopefully the weather co-operates for a nice trip. At least it is not stormy now, though Dec. and Jan tend to be the coldest stormiest wettest time of year in Extreme Northern CA. Where you are headed is slightly milder and more gentle, so you are lucky.
Better feed those pleos so they can stock up on food for awhile! RWM

InmemoryofRomeo · « **Reply #54 on:** November 25, 2012, 02:32:02 PM »

AJ is stopping here with my dad and his girlfriend. I don't like leaving him with them but he pines in kennels so it was the lesser of two evils. The cats are stopping here too, they have a pen outside they can escape to, and Sunny probably won't care so long as his seed dish remains full.

gucci_boi7782 · « **Reply #55 on:** November 25, 2012, 02:47:36 PM »

Well IMR, your big San Fran trip is right around the corner! I bet you must be so eager to get over here! Just remember though, as things are warming up 'Down Under', they are also cooling down over in the States. Never been, but from what I hear San Fran is a pretty chilly city. What's ironic is my favorite author is from there. His name is Christopher Moore. It might be fun if you read any one of his books while waiting, or on the plane. I would recommend 'Bloodsucking Fiends', not to worry, all of his books are more or less comedies. You will be in for a shock for sure when you get over here! I am too excited for you. Funny thing I noticed was with all the pie talk, nobody mentioned the best, most delicious pie of all--Pumpkin Pie! Especially now around the holidays. Be sure you try that one! Well I wish you only the best, safest trip ever. Be sure to do all the tourist-y things like Ghiradelli Square, the Golden Gate bridge, etc...I wonder how far DisneyLand would be from you? Anyway, I am quite sure your tour guides, Fancy & 49er will do a splendid job of showing you around.

Oh yeah, and one more thing..If for whatever reason you find yourself all the way on the other end of the country, near Tampa, FL...Don't be shy!! Hope all is great on your vacation!

InmemoryofRomeo · « **Reply #56 on:** November 25, 2012, 03:08:12 PM »

Grabbed it from iBooks

I'll read it while waiting for flights, on board I need to do some work

Hehe don't worry I shall pack warm things... Now where'd I put my bikini...

I shall be doing all the touristy stuff

49er hooked me up with a citypass that is great value and covers loads of places plus I have personal guides hehe. And Fancyfont and I are heading for Lake Tahoe as well as exploring the countryside.

Mmm pumpkin pie... I have actually made that here, Linda gave me the recipe, it was yummy, but it tasted even better the next day!

RedwoodsMama · « **Reply #57 on:** November 25, 2012, 03:22:45 PM »

IMR is in great hands with Fancy and 49'er as her tourist guides, esp 49'er. I lived there first in late '67, '68 and then again in 70. (NO, I do not mean 1870 ...

) I was amazed in 2004,and again in 2008 when I had to go back to UCSF for back surgery consultation at how much things had changed in certain areas, but stayed the same in other parts of the city. It is a great place with so many things to see, that even in 3 weeks you won't be able to see everything, but be prepared to eat so many types of ethnic foods and more pie than you could think possible!
Gucci is right, nobody mentioned pumpkin pie! Pumpkin pie is an American tradition, esp this time of year. as well as mincemeat. Then there is pecan pie, apple pie, peach pie, Blackberry or Marioberry Pie, Rhubarb Pie or more often Strawberry-Rhubarb Pie, and etc, etc. Then there are the cream pies, banana creme, kiwi lime pie, chocolate pie, strawberry chiffon, coconut pie, ( one of my favorite.....YUMMY) and it just goes on and on. One of the best places to go for pies of any kind is Marie Callendars, They have chains all over the states and I know San Francisco has a few of them as well. As for meat pies, there are lots of varieties as well. Being a vegetarian, I know the names but can't tell you how they taste, I will leave that to Fancy and 49'er. I am sure you have had a version of Shepard's Pie where you live, and that is one I used to like as a child..Oh, and I just remembered, Apple Pie comes in many varieties as well, Deep Dish, Dutch Apple Pie to name a couple. I am sure you are going for the Real variety, cause there are lots of sugarless Pies now too.

I am glad AJ and the cats have a safe and loving place to be while you are on vacation. Do you think they will get a bit spoiled while you are gone..? Are you planning on bringing back any treats for them, are you allowed to bring back food products...? Do you have a suitcase just for suvineers, Empty now and bursting at the seams on your return...! Could be your Christmas gifts for everyone! I will have to PM Fancy just to give her some more questions and things to check on... ;)Oh, be sure to take a good camera and lots of SD cards for your adventures. We will all be waiting for a few good videos and lots of photos. Your class is going to want a report too I am sure when you go back to work. Well enough talking your head off, sorry if I rambled, just so excited for you, Fancy and 49'er who is so quiet on here... Make sure you rest well before you leave! RWM

and Everyone else in the Redwoods

Oh gucci, Disneyland is a long ways away from SF, but there are other amusement parks closer by...who knows what Fancy and 49'er have up their sleeves though?

** Lake TAHOE!! R You too going Gambling?! Dont let Fancy corrupt you...............or is it for a "skiing trip?" LOL, be careful of those ski Lodges, you may see a few movie starts while there at the Holidays...

kat · « **Reply #58 on:** November 25, 2012, 04:21:43 PM »

AJ looks like he's measuring himself against the luggage to see if he might fit in somewhere

Poor little fellow will miss you heaps I'm sure.
You must be getting really excited now

InmemoryofRomeo · « **Reply #59 on:** November 25, 2012, 05:03:24 PM »

Lol RWM, not gambling, just sight seeing, I've heard it is beautiful up there on the California side

I have a suitcase for souvenirs of course, but it is certainly not empty! It's packed full of gifts

Plus my suitcases are expandable, and I haven't utilized that yet

Of course I have cameras, may need another memory card though, I can only take 8000 photos...

I actually stop over in LA just a hop, skip and jump from Disneyland

But its not on the agenda this time.

Yes Kat, I am super excited! I am hoping for a days work tomorrow to keep me busy and further top up the all important spending money fund

and I am working Wednesday

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RedwoodsMama · « **Reply #60 on:** November 25, 2012, 05:17:05 PM »

You are right, it is beautiful in and near Lake Tahoe! You could never see Disneyland in one day let alone in a stopover, so I understand that ............As for the suitcase, you are right, I remember about the gifts now, just my late in the day fogginess setting in. Be sure to carry a small portable umbrella, as if the rain doesnt get you, the good ole San Francisco fog does wonders to hair.........................( Like a Pocupine) LOL . Good thing to know they make expendable luggage these days...! RWM

InmemoryofRomeo · « **Reply #61 on:** November 25, 2012, 05:30:09 PM »

I don't know about these days... I've had my luggage set for ten years

Best $80 I ever spent. Nowadays a set like mine will set you back $400 at the cheaper end! And aside from a broken 'foot' (not wheel) on the larger case they are still in good condition, everything still works and zips up

fancyfont · « **Reply #62 on:** November 25, 2012, 09:51:06 PM »

Storm's a coming! Wouldn't you know a stormy day is predicted for IMR's arrival. I think IMR is going to be a little surprised at how chilly it can get.

That's what both of us are hoping for, though! Enough of the heat already!

I know IMR is going to want to ride the ski lift, and up until a couple of weeks ago, I thought I would, too. However, I made the mistake of watching a movie about three young people getting stranded on one. Only one made it. I think the movie was called "Frozen' I will stay on the ground with the animals.

Oh, yes! Pumpkin pie with lots of whipped cream on top will be a must, but first IMR will get to try an apple pie. No, I'm not making it! One of the best I have had is made by Claim Jumper, a brand of frozen pies. All I have to do is pop it into the oven and make sure I don't burn it.

I know Lucky Market and most supermarkets carry Claim Jumper, now. The pumpkin is very good, too.
Gucci, where have you been? What a surprise to see you, here!

IMR, if your dad could, only, pop out a battery for all of your pets, I know he would be, extremely, happy! One of the advantages of pleos!

. I see Pleakley will be traveling first class, well at least, on top of your bags and with you. Such a cute photo!

RWM, I think the only one who will have a hair problem in the rain is Reina, my Havanese. She takes much longer to blow dry than I do.

I know of a few foods that IMR hasn't had before. WHat foods do all of you think will be new to her?

Tried to find movie! Wasn't "Frozen" Anyone know which one I saw?

InmemoryofRomeo · « **Reply #63 on:** November 26, 2012, 03:54:10 PM »

Pleakley won't be travelling at all if I can't get him working :O He won't turn on! He just snores, and beeps, then turns off.

I've tried resetting and replacing the clock battery, I've tried a software update, I've tried fresh batteries and resets... but he won't turn on

Well... the good news is he's working! The bad news is I appear to have two defective batteries :O

Further edit: Thanks to Kat we may have narrowed down the problem! It's just grime! All the points on the batteries and chargers (and Pleo's) just needed a good clean. So far both batteries are charging without turning green straight away... so keep your fingers crossed!

RedwoodsMama · « **Reply #64 on:** November 26, 2012, 08:19:57 PM »

so is Pleakly going, was it just grime and such on the battery terminals? I hope so, let us know if that was the case, It is amazing how simple a thing like grime and grit on the battery and terminals can put a pleo to sleep! Let us know how the battery goes.Keeping fingers and some toes crossed. RWM

InmemoryofRomeo · « **Reply #65 on:** November 26, 2012, 10:30:37 PM »

Yup Pleakley is good to go! Crisis averted

InmemoryofRomeo · « **Reply #66 on:** November 28, 2012, 03:21:42 AM »

In 16 hours my journey will begin

I spy with my little eye...

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Crewella · « **Reply #67 on:** November 28, 2012, 03:47:23 AM »

Nice to see that Pleakley has plenty to read on his trip.

And some company.

InmemoryofRomeo · « **Reply #68 on:** November 28, 2012, 03:54:27 AM »

Poor little chap has his head and tail all smothered in bubblewrap

But he's not actually travelling like that for the trip to Melbourne

At the moment his spot is being filled by my jacket which I will wear on the plane but which is going to be far too hot for tomorrow!

Fleur · « **Reply #69 on:** November 28, 2012, 06:38:23 AM »

Have fun on your trip! Make sure you take lots of pictures for us

RedwoodsMama · « **Reply #70 on:** November 28, 2012, 09:58:09 AM »

Have fun on your trip,be prepared though to put that jacket back on and get your umbrella out. Northern CA, thus SF and Fancy and my neck of the woods is being currently bombarded with a first major Winter storm, and it is RAIN, RAIN AND HEAVY WINDS, MORE RAIN, RAIN AND WINDS THROUGH AT LEAST FRIDAY AND SATURDAY AT THIS POINT.

so enjoy the sun while you have it. Glad to see pleakley is working with a good battery and has great reading material. Will check in on you before your plane leaves.

RWM

mweed · « **Reply #71 on:** November 28, 2012, 10:11:45 AM »

Did you pack me any kinder eggs? You know they're illegal in the US . . . so we have to smuggle them in!

InmemoryofRomeo · « **Reply #72 on:** November 28, 2012, 11:22:07 AM »

Lol, but if they are illegal wont they make me dispose of them on arrival... Or worse

Will have pics galore of course

Soggy pics...

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RedwoodsMama · « **Reply #73 on:** November 28, 2012, 03:25:16 PM »

Am keeping happy thoughts for you and Pleakley for a safe warm and fun flight with lots of good memories along the way. Be sure to take photos along the way and let us know when you arrive in SF, or the Redwoods Township will have to organize a search and rescue party to find you if you get lost. With Fancy and 49'er there to greet you upon your arrival, we all know you are in safe hands! Have a terriffic time!

RWM :cat:and the Pleo Township of the Redwoods, ( on standby if needbe......)

kat · « **Reply #74 on:** November 28, 2012, 04:41:07 PM »

Have the best time IMR

(sorry about our chat

My computer is just not playing nice today

)

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