Weekender Thread 22-25 September 2016
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I'd also like Ken's energy. And his cooking ability. And his beautiful geographic location. And his endless kindness.
I have today off. My all-time favorite restaurant is closing so I'll head to lunch there. It's a wonderful place, the flavors of North Africa's Mahgreb meets Provence. And, despite how that might sound, very affordable. The owner has run the place for 28 years with basically no days off. Does all the cooking, having come to America from Algeria via France. So this is a nice transition for him, but his delightful fare will be missed sorely.
Off to an appointment shortly. Take care, everyone.
I have today off. My all-time favorite restaurant is closing so I'll head to lunch there. It's a wonderful place, the flavors of North Africa's Mahgreb meets Provence. And, despite how that might sound, very affordable. The owner has run the place for 28 years with basically no days off. Does all the cooking, having come to America from Algeria via France. So this is a nice transition for him, but his delightful fare will be missed sorely.
Off to an appointment shortly. Take care, everyone.
Giving up is NOT an option.
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I wish I had a 3-day weekend. I have so much stuff to do at home! Was supposed to go help guy friend mow at his cabin tomorrow but I told him I need to stay home and get caught up. And mow my own lawn!
I look young for my age.
Join Date: Jun 2016
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Goodmorning all. Welcome to the newcomers all!
CnG--good to see you here. You were on my June Newcomer class for a while. Stick with us here and we'll get you through the weekend with flying colors.
I'm in the office but leaving to "work from home" in a few minutes. Unfortunately, I might actually have to work.
Peace all.
CnG--good to see you here. You were on my June Newcomer class for a while. Stick with us here and we'll get you through the weekend with flying colors.
I'm in the office but leaving to "work from home" in a few minutes. Unfortunately, I might actually have to work.
Peace all.
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Oh the weekend, such a trying time for a young man such as me. When all your friends are raving about how they're going to get super drunk and have a good time. Making plans to hit up all the bars and nightclubs for some good 'fun'. And then there's me the one who's afraid what might come at the end of a drunken binge drinking session over the weekend. Who I may have offended, how much did I spend, how did I get home, etc.
I miss the fun times, but I dont miss the inbetweens of blacking out and not remembering much. I dont miss the negative bank account balance after buying too many drinks over the weekends and leaving outrageous tips because I was feeling super generous.
I do miss hanging out but the pressure would be too great for me to be with my friends to drink. They question me all the time, and always say "well just have one drink". I cant withstand that type of pressure so I've just found I have to remove myself from that scene.
I've found better use of my weekends though thankfully.
Cheers to the weekend!
I miss the fun times, but I dont miss the inbetweens of blacking out and not remembering much. I dont miss the negative bank account balance after buying too many drinks over the weekends and leaving outrageous tips because I was feeling super generous.
I do miss hanging out but the pressure would be too great for me to be with my friends to drink. They question me all the time, and always say "well just have one drink". I cant withstand that type of pressure so I've just found I have to remove myself from that scene.
I've found better use of my weekends though thankfully.
Cheers to the weekend!
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Join Date: Aug 2016
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Originally Posted by trachemys 
Mero, the answer is; I can't. I can't have just one drink. It's OK for that to be the answer.
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My sweet, glorious, I have nothing planned and nothing is expected of me-weekend has finally arrived! I haven't had a down time/non-traveling weekend since July, so I'm psyched! I love my grandbabies and vacations but there is something about to be said about down time!
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Location: London
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Welcome to the Weekenders thread :-
Pinky
CuteNGayYay
Bertyboy
Rob
Merotti
Good to see some new faces
MidnightBlue maybe communicating with your boss would be a good thing? He may have some useful suggestions or even help
HappyandFree I somehow doubt you have got to lose a few Stones. 1 Stone = 14lbs
I am still at work but the finishing line is in sight. It has been an extremely vexatious week for me this week what with early morning alarm calls and clients changing their minds every 5 minutes but I intend to spend my free hours sober
Pinky
CuteNGayYay
Bertyboy
Rob
Merotti
Good to see some new faces
MidnightBlue maybe communicating with your boss would be a good thing? He may have some useful suggestions or even help
HappyandFree I somehow doubt you have got to lose a few Stones. 1 Stone = 14lbs
I am still at work but the finishing line is in sight. It has been an extremely vexatious week for me this week what with early morning alarm calls and clients changing their minds every 5 minutes but I intend to spend my free hours sober
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Location: Southern Cali
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Originally Posted by Merotti
Oh the weekend, such a trying time for a young man such as me. When all your friends are raving about how they're going to get super drunk and have a good time. Making plans to hit up all the bars and nightclubs for some good 'fun'. And then there's me the one who's afraid what might come at the end of a drunken binge drinking session over the weekend. Who I may have offended, how much did I spend, how did I get home, etc.
I miss the fun times, but I dont miss the inbetweens of blacking out and not remembering much. I dont miss the negative bank account balance after buying too many drinks over the weekends and leaving outrageous tips because I was feeling super generous.
I do miss hanging out but the pressure would be too great for me to be with my friends to drink. They question me all the time, and always say "well just have one drink". I cant withstand that type of pressure so I've just found I have to remove myself from that scene.
I've found better use of my weekends though thankfully.
Cheers to the weekend!
I miss the fun times, but I dont miss the inbetweens of blacking out and not remembering much. I dont miss the negative bank account balance after buying too many drinks over the weekends and leaving outrageous tips because I was feeling super generous.
I do miss hanging out but the pressure would be too great for me to be with my friends to drink. They question me all the time, and always say "well just have one drink". I cant withstand that type of pressure so I've just found I have to remove myself from that scene.
I've found better use of my weekends though thankfully.
Cheers to the weekend!
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