Is it just me?

tinkercreek comments on Jul 6, 2019:

NO, you're not! Any intimate partner should be listening to what is said, and acting on both preferences and avoidances, which is the kind, caring and fun thing to do. Anything less is rude and selfish, if not outright vindictive and controlling. I dated someone like that once, who was interesting, sweet, and charming until he thought the time had come to start breaking my will. It was all quite unpleasant, and involved him stalking me for a while until I had to involve law enforcement. Run!

Spicy orange basil noodles: I had 1/2 an orange and some fresh basil I needed to use.

tinkercreek comments on Jul 6, 2019:

Sounds GREAT!

It's just turned midnight in the UK, making this the 7th of July and for the 1st time in 4 years, I ...

tinkercreek comments on Jul 6, 2019:

Sounds like a healthy choice, and those transitions do take time.

Most of the time anymore i just quickly throw something in the air fryer oven (pork, drum sticks, ...

tinkercreek comments on Jul 6, 2019:

and that is . . . ???

Asparagus from our garden, scallions, mustard greens, and some kale from a coworker's of Linda's ...

tinkercreek comments on Jul 6, 2019:

With that assembly, it will be brilliant - enjoy!

In the Virgin Islands we've had a very dry year so far, but this area adjacent to my house is shady,...

tinkercreek comments on Jul 6, 2019:

Wow, I'm astounded at your beautiful garden, and your bounty!!!

YUM! YUM! Except for the bacon, everything in tonight's supper came from my yard/garden.

tinkercreek comments on Jul 6, 2019:

Beautiful, and I bet it was yummy!

You gotta love it when your shift starts like this!

tinkercreek comments on Jul 6, 2019:

Your office beats the heck out of mine!

Never ♥️

tinkercreek comments on Jul 6, 2019:

Never too late to start! Other ladies over 50/60: we were trained well, yes?

Sincere apology

tinkercreek comments on Jul 6, 2019:

Now that's a GREAT bit, cracked me up!!!

Eremurus, the fox tail lily is just coming to its peak now, the grass to the side is the Giant ...

tinkercreek comments on Jul 6, 2019:

Such a tranquil garden spot, with the softness of those blooms.

It started... I changed my first diaper yesterday! Woohoo! 😲😵 and yuck!

tinkercreek comments on Jul 6, 2019:

Haha, just wait for the blowouts! It's really incredible what we can take in stride for being so in love with our babies!

Ooooooooooooooh! ❤️

tinkercreek comments on Jul 6, 2019:

Oh my, my oh my!!!!!

This Is What Therapists Tell People Who Are Sick Of Being Single

tinkercreek comments on Jul 6, 2019:

Oh, that I would have had that great advice offered to me when I was young! We all have different paths to learning of life, ourselves, and others, and it's been healing for me to see my own kids make positive choices. Maybe, just maybe, they were able to learn something helpful from me??

Good morning Happy 4th, I’ve been busy working and traveling but going to enjoy the day! ...

tinkercreek comments on Jul 4, 2019:

Such fun, enjoy for those of us still in offices, will you please?!!

I took my kids down to the beach to play at the playground (they are 10, 12 and 13 🤪) and catch ...

tinkercreek comments on Jul 4, 2019:

Glad you all had such a great day, making memories forever! AND the last pic of you on the beach is gorgeous!

Did I just see the Bat signal?

tinkercreek comments on Jul 4, 2019:

Maintenance, much?

For the Womenfolk: My 4th of July Gift to You My daughters are big fans of Lizzo.

tinkercreek comments on Jul 4, 2019:

I like it!

I can no longer celebrate my country.

tinkercreek comments on Jul 4, 2019:

Many of us are feeling that today, regrettably.

Happy fourth of July all and happy birthday to baby Jillian too.

tinkercreek comments on Jul 4, 2019:

Congratulations, and so glad to hear that all is well with you both!! This is a bit funny to me, for my little firecracker is age 34 today, middle name Gillian!! My mother-in-law said at the time, as only a southern woman can, "Well, it looks like she got her independence, and you lost yours!"

Coneflower Time! I like having a garden that has something blooming all the time.

tinkercreek comments on Jul 3, 2019:

LOVE the coneflowers, what a wonderful gift! I also had a bank of those yellow lilies spring up, with a beautiful scent, yes?

Excellent perspective!

tinkercreek comments on Jul 3, 2019:

OK, this is my new favorite notion of hopefulness!

I like the idea, though I have never been able to achieve it myself.

tinkercreek comments on Jul 3, 2019:

It's a process!

Look at these wild beauties.

tinkercreek comments on Jul 2, 2019:

Both are lovely, just as they are.

Every now I outdo myself! I'm posting a pic of this sauce, a kicked-up aioli sauce that contains ...

tinkercreek comments on Jul 2, 2019:

Love the flavors you used - yummy!

And little donut

tinkercreek comments on Jul 2, 2019:

Lawyer-speak

Dierama Wandflowers I have mentioned before I like unusual plants.

tinkercreek comments on Jul 1, 2019:

Lovely!

why is htis site so hard 4 me to browse through?

tinkercreek comments on Jul 1, 2019:

Because you make no sense, and pay little attention to detail?

The unusual long flower spikes of Ligularia przewalskiae are coming out now in the garden down near ...

tinkercreek comments on Jul 1, 2019:

Amazing physics there!

When you feel lost or disconnected, what's something you do to help you feel grounded?

tinkercreek comments on Jul 1, 2019:

Into the forest I go, to lose my mind and find my soul.

I'm in a frustrated mood.

tinkercreek comments on Jul 1, 2019:

It is just so rough 'out there', and folks can be very inconsiderate. Please take good care of yourself, and keep sight of the wonderful and valuable person you are.

Tough cheese [youtu.be]

tinkercreek comments on Jul 1, 2019:

Hahaha, that was fun!

Hey all no one has posted much here.

tinkercreek comments on Jun 30, 2019:

Sorry you had to go through that! I really have no idea why even a scammer would go through all that playing, to what end??? Maybe you were expected to offer to wire him $$ to make a return visit or something?

I think they look nice!

tinkercreek comments on Jun 30, 2019:

I would happily give them a kind word, with a wide, wide berth. They have the look of little snappers to me.

Stop doing that😡

tinkercreek comments on Jun 30, 2019:

That's cute!

From Canadian Humour Facebook group The RCMP found over 2000 dead crows on Alberta hwys recently,...

tinkercreek comments on Jun 30, 2019:

First time I've seen it - brilliant!!

This is my Penny.

tinkercreek comments on Jun 29, 2019:

What a doll, and what a dear landlord to work with you on guessed breed names! I learned last year that the AKC now recognized "Bull-Boxer", the English Bulldog/Boxer cross. That could also come in handy!

Deadly combination.

tinkercreek comments on Jun 29, 2019:

I could easily suffer that.

Today's harvest

tinkercreek comments on Jun 29, 2019:

So beautiful and so yummy!

This is a Honeysuckle! Edit! Found the name! ‘Kintzley’s Ghost’ Honeysuckle is the most ...

tinkercreek comments on Jun 29, 2019:

That is absolutely gorgeous, love the blue hue and interesting little leaf shape! I will certainly be adding that to my garden center search list. Do you have it in a sunny spot?

You know how FB occasionally sends you suggestions for friends?

tinkercreek comments on Jun 28, 2019:

Likely the surprise of it was a major contributor to your reaction, but I can well understand how you could feel so gutted by the situation. Sorry you had to see it all like that, and hope you can do something nice for yourself while those feelings fade.

Me, nowadays.

tinkercreek comments on Jun 28, 2019:

Yes, that's me, too!! They are so sweet and peaceful, and seem to enjoy the conversation . . . or am I just losing it?

Good morning fellow gardeners!

tinkercreek comments on Jun 28, 2019:

Yes, I do, and have developed a serious dislike of florist blooms!

My thought for the day.

tinkercreek comments on Jun 28, 2019:

Mmmmm, maple anything! Thanks for the great photos and travelogue, hope you keep having a marvelous time and great visits!

My garden , always a project in progress .

tinkercreek comments on Jun 28, 2019:

Wow, such a beautiful oasis!! Your hard work definitely shows well.

Good news all.

tinkercreek comments on Jun 27, 2019:

Well, it's 8-5 for me, some new tech installs for the team and partial cover for someone's dentist appointment, but I hope you have a marvelous time!

What a difference a day makes.

tinkercreek comments on Jun 27, 2019:

What fun for you, hope there are some activities available (may need a stopwatch to go with the tape & net), then lots of time to rest after you wave good-bye!

Gather around fellow time travelers as we rotate around at 1000 miles an hour on this orb of chaos ...

tinkercreek comments on Jun 27, 2019:

It holds promise!

I left this group because it gets too personal for me, but rejoined for some advice - so, what I ...

tinkercreek comments on Jun 27, 2019:

Brilliant, hysterical, sad, funny, and certainly the perfect bust of a scammer! I dropped from the online dating ventures a while back, primarily due to SO MUCH of this. In the past I have met a couple partners, and some nice friends, but there has been a shift recently . . . or because I'm older???

Aggg just overheard at this family reunion “I’ve studied the Bible and now that I understand ...

tinkercreek comments on Jun 27, 2019:

It can be a challenge, as so many others have said, but leaving comments like that without remark is the best course for everyone - but so frustrating to hear that nonsense!

My greenhouse in Wasilla, Alaska... 12 Tomatoes, 3 Bell Peppers, and 3 Eggplant

tinkercreek comments on Jun 27, 2019:

What do you do with so many tomatoes?

Gardening is so relaxing.

tinkercreek comments on Jun 27, 2019:

Just play in the dirt and have fun! Every property is it's own little eco system, and plants that work on the other side of town may not be happy in your space, and vice versa. Research plants that you like or want to see if your growing parameters are likely to work, and just do your best. My gardens change a bit each year, sometimes just trying something because it looks interesting!

I'm headed to California soon! NorCalFreeThinker and I pooled our resources, and I finally get a ...

tinkercreek comments on Jun 26, 2019:

Happy, Happy, fun times!!

I was feeling it was time to end the US tour I began April 4, but then I hit Montana.

tinkercreek comments on Jun 26, 2019:

As an Oregonian, I value the choices we have for nearby wonders: ocean, forest, rivers, desert all within a very few hours' drive. That being said, the popularity of that has pushed our urban boundaries out ever farther and visitors abound. I have always wanted to explore Montana, know several who moved there, and it sounds like you found some wonderful spots!

Good morning fellow foodies! I've a lifestyle question for the group.

tinkercreek comments on Jun 26, 2019:

The folks I've known who refused or tossed all leftovers, specifically a former spouse, seemed bent on proving via this and other confrontive behaviors that they were free of the perceived poverty of their youth (it wasn't). Ego, pride, fear, together working to establish evidence of a life they had achieved, and one they rejected, but the waste was ridiculous.

What are your surefire best cold remedies?

tinkercreek comments on Jun 26, 2019:

Capsules of Olive Leaf and Echinacea/Goldenseal, and water, water, water. To remain well, take a good Iron combo and at least 3000 units vita D daily.

Does anyone have these? Skeleton flower

tinkercreek comments on Jun 26, 2019:

New to me, and how gorgeous!

Random pictures of my garden taken this weekend....

tinkercreek comments on Jun 25, 2019:

Lovely!

When I first moved into my house, the backyard was nothing but weeds and dirt.

tinkercreek comments on Jun 25, 2019:

That is gorgeous, love them with the hostas for a lush retreat!

There's an ad on TV for a particular site (the one that rhymes with "Snatch") that's been running ...

tinkercreek comments on Jun 25, 2019:

Good point!

Honey berry across between a blueberry and a Saskatoon berry

tinkercreek comments on Jun 25, 2019:

I read of those before, tried to locate a plant to buy. Are they native up there, or a specialty nursery item?

I took my babygirl to the vet yest.

tinkercreek comments on Jun 25, 2019:

So sorry about your baby, and hope things go well from here!

Kevin Jordan [youtube.com]

tinkercreek comments on Jun 25, 2019:

I did a little time on the 911 call center - nothing but the greatest respect for LE, but love the humor!

I screwed up.

tinkercreek comments on Jun 25, 2019:

You dodged the bullet on this one, and I think your gut was helping you along~

It's been 2-3 months since the avocados set, now many are 3.

tinkercreek comments on Jun 25, 2019:

Avocado envy!

Ever see jellyfish in the sky? This is one of the stangest cloud activities i have ever seen

tinkercreek comments on Jun 25, 2019:

Beautiful! Reminds me of a musical score.

Beautifully done. "Straining to be" by Paul Hill

tinkercreek comments on Jun 23, 2019:

oooh, do you know where this is?

Random photos of my backyard.

tinkercreek comments on Jun 23, 2019:

Lovely plantings!

Flowers do great in Alaska !

tinkercreek comments on Jun 23, 2019:

Sweet and simple, I love it!

Oh no, they say he's got to go, go go Godzilla.

tinkercreek comments on Jun 23, 2019:

This is really funny!

Standing up for atheists, I reported a Christian zealot x-ray tech.

tinkercreek comments on Jun 23, 2019:

More power to you, in doing this just as you should! I have worked decades for a Catholic-based healthcare system, experiencing my own transition away from childhood faith practices early on there. Within the last 2 decades the organization went face-forward with their diversity (racial) movement, with myself and others bringing personal beliefs into that arena - "oh, that, too?"! The required respect is at least evident, but some folks just make mindless assumptions. NOT under my team! I call B.S. on not ID'ing the tech involved, as that is required to stand in the medical record. Creating an affront to your personal comfort on any level is a violation in patient care, may as well have been sexual harrassment or impropriety. I would hope that leadership is there to monitor the HR investigation. Keep us updated, please!

A post a while back mentioned something about running across people you know on dating sites.

tinkercreek comments on Jun 23, 2019:

That sounds so sweet! Just today, a song took me back to the years with my first boyfriend, how wondrous and hopeful life was, and we were. My mind drifted off a bit to considering what it would be like to have a conversation with him now, and that sounded so healing.

I couldn't sleep last night, so I went down to the beach with my Dinghy and I soon drifted off.

tinkercreek comments on Jun 23, 2019:

And now I am humming "sittin' on the dock of the bay . . ."

Looking for advice here.

tinkercreek comments on Jun 22, 2019:

Always handle pie crust as little as possible. Best crust I've made had bit of white vinegar added: Single crust: 1 1/4 c. flour, 4 oz cold unsalted butter, 3/4 tsp kosher salt cut or processed til like small peas. Add 1/2 tsp vinegar and 3-4 tbs cold water, mix just til bound. Shape into a 1" thick disk, wrap in plastic & chill for 30 mins. Gently roll on well-floured surface out to 1/4" thick, cover w/plastic again on a baking sheet and chill 30 mins or more til ready to use. Let me know how it goes if you try it!

I'm making pastrami sandwiches this afternoon for lunch.

tinkercreek comments on Jun 22, 2019:

Sounds SO good - have fun, and enjoy!

Tom Selleck served in the 160th Infantry Regiment of the California Army National Guard from ...

tinkercreek comments on Jun 22, 2019:

Wow, even more handsome without the mustache!

Checking in.

tinkercreek comments on Jun 22, 2019:

Such a nice report, and congrats on the show!!

I guess it’s ultimatum day.

tinkercreek comments on Jun 22, 2019:

Oh my. Now with school out, seems it would it be easier for him to see them on weekdays, but there may be more at play here. Deep breaths.

Two daylilies with rather similar coloring, blooming on the same day, on different plants .

tinkercreek comments on Jun 22, 2019:

Beautiful, and the ink bottles are perfect!

Baked veggies and shrooms.

tinkercreek comments on Jun 22, 2019:

That looks like a perfect dish, and I will be making it here soon, thank you!!

The baby to not throw out with the bathwater.

tinkercreek comments on Jun 21, 2019:

Good people are everywhere, and this is a healthy reminder.

Agree or disagree? 👍 I Agree 🤗

tinkercreek comments on Jun 21, 2019:

Not even a question, can't get rid of stuff fast enough these days!

Wit's end.

tinkercreek comments on Jun 21, 2019:

I am certainly a frequent visitor!

Just a few punny memes

tinkercreek comments on Jun 21, 2019:

Those are GREAT, and stolen!

Owchies! It's even more stitches than i expected :( the ones in my thigh hurt worse though

tinkercreek comments on Jun 20, 2019:

Whoa, serious ouchies! Get better soon!

I really enjoy good food, and see it as a great means of fulfillment, but...

tinkercreek comments on Jun 20, 2019:

I dunno, thinking these are separate arenas. And rooms. And tables. And . . . yeah.

This seems to be a great time of life to travel.

tinkercreek comments on Jun 20, 2019:

I've encountered a mixed experience with my daughter, who moved to the other aide of the planet, New Zealand, after a study abroad in college. I know she is living a wonderful life in a marvelous place, and married a truly great guy, now has two healthy and happy kids! They have a better upbringing there than here could ever be, and we utilize online visits. Yes, I miss them all, but I visit there for a month each year and see something new of that glorious land each time! I think next visit I need to start adding an "adventure leg" to my trips.

People looking like paintings.

tinkercreek comments on Jun 20, 2019:

I'll have to plan my next visit to Portland Art Museum a bit more carefully!

The pros and cons of being single! Just ran across these today.

tinkercreek comments on Jun 20, 2019:

Pros: not having the drama of another in my home, not second-guessing motives or finding myself the subject of expectations. Being able to fully relax after a workday, with no complications. Learning to experience life as a glorious adventure, discerning only the good that I see. Cons: not having the input of a valued other when I ponder choices, not being able to pass along decisions or planning when I tire of it. Not having someone to laugh with in discussing the day's events. Being unable to see joy of shared experiences in the eyes of another, and having no one to reminicse with. Being without physical closeness and pleasures, learning together.

It’s been a rough day, various reasons, but I shared on my Facebook that I was sad and asked my ...

tinkercreek comments on Jun 19, 2019:

We all have those thoughts and days when we're on our own, and you are a champ for finding positive ways of helping yourself out. Reminds me of something a beloved mentor once phrased: full-speed, face-forward, into the unknown!

Day 4 of healing and it’s been a rough day, everything is normal but it is very unpleasant.

tinkercreek comments on Jun 18, 2019:

Hoping someone else reads this to you: Rest those eyes! Like any other surgery, that tissue has been traumatized, albeit for good reason. Recovery time is key to the successful result you want, so sit back, re-live your lovely holiday adventures . . .

This is the result of birds not eating all of their seeds from my bird feeder.

tinkercreek comments on Jun 18, 2019:

Garden Bonus!!

The Truth About Women and Men Our Age.....We've Seen it All?

tinkercreek comments on Jun 17, 2019:

I'm good with the verbiage, but that image, REALLY??!

Cooked Up A Little Sauerkraut Tonight! First, drain sauerkraut about 2 hours before cooking and ...

tinkercreek comments on Jun 16, 2019:

Yum! I have read the gut benefits of sauerkraut are uniquely healthy.

Where to vomit 🤢

tinkercreek comments on Jun 16, 2019:

Or the back of the closet, under the bed, or in the shoes left in the front hall!

The procedure was a success, I have 20/20 vision! My eyes still hurt because the top layer is ...

tinkercreek comments on Jun 16, 2019:

So happy for you! In the early 90's I worked at an optical clinic where RK surgery was done (pre-Lasik days). Near-sighted with glasses from age 9, then 15 yrs of hard contacts due to astigmatism, I was counseling/selling patients on the procedure while wearing glasses, so they offered me free vision correction. I researched & studied folks with similar Rx's, and though data was already showing the non-permanence of RK, I took it - over 10 yrs with no vision correction was worth it!! That history now prohibits me from having Lasik (not quite permanent for most?), but I still await the day a permanent corneal replacement is readily available. ENJOY your lovely new freedom, Gwen!!

Have you.....

tinkercreek comments on Jun 16, 2019:

Would I be here now if I hadn't?

Oh FFS, if this relationship goes south it will be because of one of the following: 1.

tinkercreek comments on Jun 15, 2019:

Just a bit of exasperation, eh? Dang it, it has sounded as though there is much more promising and simpatico going on with you two. I hope this will be looked back upon as "a moment".

This sounds great to me!

tinkercreek comments on Jun 15, 2019:

Sounds too good to be true!

What a rollercoaster at work and I've only been here 3 hours so far x.

tinkercreek comments on Jun 15, 2019:

I hope it's encouraging to learn that your boss has gotten so much help in motion for you. Replacing staff who have left simultaneously is a nightmare under any circumstance, and I hope this generates an evaluation from higher leadership over how & why this situation transpired to leave just two of you on board. Something is seriously wrong in that house!