I'm off to the eye surgeon to see why I still have "startbursts" in my eyes.. ''
Then on the way home I'll stop by the apartment office to see what I can arrange for moving in the future.
Have a good day!
Re: Jolly Mon Sing Tuesday @ the MSC
Posted: January 6, 2026 8:46 am
by dnw
Good morning, Pen and BN. Happy Tuesday!
Re: Jolly Mon Sing Tuesday @ the MSC
Posted: January 6, 2026 9:01 am
by Dr.Corona
Good Morning Penny, Deb & the BN'ers to come!
I'm off to the eye surgeon to see why I still have "startbursts" in my eyes.. ''
"Starbursts"......dang.....doesn't sound like good times. Hope there's a simple solution or explanation.
Enjoy your 6th day of January everybody
Re: Jolly Mon Sing Tuesday @ the MSC
Posted: January 6, 2026 9:24 am
by Saltx3
Hey Folks!
Nothing exciting at Carolina Cabana today -- Painter Sergio will come back to sand the spot from the old ceiling fixture (which will be dusty).
I'm heading to the library this afternoon for a "flavor it up" session. This month is cauliflower.
We sent the last disbursement to Kevin's sister today from the inheritance from mom. We had to do it in "pieces" to avoid us paying gift tax on it.
We have $2,000 in reserve in case any bills come in -- all providers have one yr from date of death but the ins company told us that anything outstanding would be covered 100% but we just want to make sure .
Re: Jolly Mon Sing Tuesday @ the MSC
Posted: January 6, 2026 10:25 am
by LIPH
Good morning.
I went to one of our local breweries for lunch yesterday. It wasn't busy, one other guy at the bar and a couple of people sitting outside because it was a pretty nice day. The other guy, the bartender and I were chatting and somehow birthdays came up. The guy said his birthday was in July and the bartender said her's was in July too, she'll be 25 this year. I was wearing my Buffett Havana Daydreamin' tour t-shirt from 1997. I told the bartender my t-shirt was older than she is.
Re: Jolly Mon Sing Tuesday @ the MSC
Posted: January 6, 2026 12:29 pm
by SeattleParrotHead
I couldn't decide,
this one....
or this one....
Re: Jolly Mon Sing Tuesday @ the MSC
Posted: January 6, 2026 12:41 pm
by SMLCHNG
Dr.Corona wrote: January 6, 2026 9:01 am
"Starbursts"......dang.....doesn't sound like good times. Hope there's a simple solution or explanation.
It's not uncommon for people who have had cataract surgery. And it takes just a few minutes to correct:
Target: A YAG laser uses a precise, high-energy pulse to create a tiny opening in the cloudy posterior capsule of the eye.
Mechanism: This process, called photodisruption, forms a plasma bubble that precisely cuts the tissue without damaging surrounding structures.
Result: Light can now pass through the new opening, restoring sharp vision.
Procedure (YAG Capsulotomy) Preparation: Eye drops dilate the pupil and numb the eye.
During: You sit at a machine, and the doctor uses the laser to make a small hole in the cloudy capsule, a process taking only a few minutes.
After: Vision often improves within hours, though it can take up to 24 hours to fully clear; antibiotic drops are usually prescribed for about a week.
Re: Jolly Mon Sing Tuesday @ the MSC
Posted: January 6, 2026 12:42 pm
by SMLCHNG
Saltx3 wrote: January 6, 2026 9:24 am
I'm heading to the library this afternoon for a "flavor it up" session. This month is cauliflower.
Do you cook while there, or just exchange recipes?
Re: Jolly Mon Sing Tuesday @ the MSC
Posted: January 6, 2026 12:43 pm
by SMLCHNG
LIPH wrote: January 6, 2026 10:25 am
I was wearing my Buffett Havana Daydreamin' tour t-shirt from 1997. I told the bartender my t-shirt was older than she is.
I love it when I can do that.
Re: Jolly Mon Sing Tuesday @ the MSC
Posted: January 6, 2026 12:43 pm
by SMLCHNG
Thanks, Mr. SPH. I love both.
Re: Jolly Mon Sing Tuesday @ the MSC
Posted: January 6, 2026 12:57 pm
by bodypainter
Hi there! I worked out for an hour, and my weight was up a pound from Friday. We are eating early lunch because of a teeth cleaning. No onions or garlic at lunch. Rats.
Re: Jolly Mon Sing Tuesday @ the MSC
Posted: January 6, 2026 1:38 pm
by SMLCHNG
bodypainter wrote: January 6, 2026 12:57 pm
No onions or garlic at lunch. Rats.
I'm sure your dentist is grateful.
Re: Jolly Mon Sing Tuesday @ the MSC
Posted: January 6, 2026 2:48 pm
by parrotinparadise
Good afternoon, everyone!
I've got nothing to do, so I guess I'll just watch TV today...
Have a great Tuesday
Re: Jolly Mon Sing Tuesday @ the MSC
Posted: January 6, 2026 4:22 pm
by bodypainter
Stoopid cat! A fleece jacket was low enough on the coat rack that he could reach it and chew it! He chews elastic on shoes, my jeans and zippers. He chewed the jacket zipper in minutes, ruining it.
Re: Jolly Mon Sing Tuesday @ the MSC
Posted: January 6, 2026 5:13 pm
by big john
bodypainter wrote: January 6, 2026 4:22 pm
Stoopid cat! A fleece jacket was low enough on the coat rack that he could reach it and chew it! He chews elastic on shoes, my jeans and zippers. He chewed the jacket zipper in minutes, ruining it.
He'll learn his lesson someday.
Re: Jolly Mon Sing Tuesday @ the MSC
Posted: January 6, 2026 5:13 pm
by SMLCHNG
Bummer, Bill. Sounds more like what a dog would do!
bodypainter wrote: January 6, 2026 4:22 pm
Stoopid cat! A fleece jacket was low enough on the coat rack that he could reach it and chew it! He chews elastic on shoes, my jeans and zippers. He chewed the jacket zipper in minutes, ruining it.
He'll learn his lesson someday.
Ha! We hide ear bud wires too.
Re: Jolly Mon Sing Tuesday @ the MSC
Posted: January 6, 2026 7:01 pm
by Caribbean Soul
SMLCHNG wrote: January 6, 2026 8:42 am
Good morning all!
I'm off to the eye surgeon to see why I still have "startbursts" in my eyes.. ''
Then on the way home I'll stop by the apartment office to see what I can arrange for moving in the future.
Have a good day!
Hope you get a good answer/solution for those "starbursts"...
and "moving"?! Are you fast-tracking your exodus to the Gulf, or is this different?
SMLCHNG wrote:
LIPH wrote: January 6, 2026 10:25 am
I was wearing my Buffett Havana Daydreamin' tour t-shirt from 1997. I told the bartender my t-shirt was older than she is.
I love it when I can do that.
Same here!
Re: Jolly Mon Sing Tuesday @ the MSC
Posted: January 6, 2026 7:07 pm
by SMLCHNG
Caribbean Soul wrote: January 6, 2026 7:01 pm
and "moving"?! Are you fast-tracking your exodus to the Gulf, or is this different?
Nope. The Gulf is out. I'm staying in the same apartment complex, just a smaller apartment (this is a 3 bedroom, and I can't afford that).
Dr.Corona wrote: January 6, 2026 9:01 am
"Starbursts"......dang.....doesn't sound like good times. Hope there's a simple solution or explanation.
It's not uncommon for people who have had cataract surgery. And it takes just a few minutes to correct:
Target: A YAG laser uses a precise, high-energy pulse to create a tiny opening in the cloudy posterior capsule of the eye.
Mechanism: This process, called photodisruption, forms a plasma bubble that precisely cuts the tissue without damaging surrounding structures.
Result: Light can now pass through the new opening, restoring sharp vision.
Procedure (YAG Capsulotomy) Preparation: Eye drops dilate the pupil and numb the eye.
During: You sit at a machine, and the doctor uses the laser to make a small hole in the cloudy capsule, a process taking only a few minutes.
After: Vision often improves within hours, though it can take up to 24 hours to fully clear; antibiotic drops are usually prescribed for about a week.
My plan is to have the surgery in May at this point. Work will slow back down, Lynn will have time to chauffeur me around & hopefully brothers situation will be improved & less stressful
Bummer, Bill. Sounds more like what a dog would do!
I'm staying in the same apartment complex, just a smaller apartment (this is a 3 bedroom, and I can't afford that).