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[melaniesuzanne]

I wish I weren't so terrified of the dentist. My new dentist is the kindest, most gentle dentist I've ever visited and I still want to throw up before appointments. My temporary crown is now in and I should have the permanent crown in a couple of weeks. No fuss and just a little tiny bit of muss.

I was a slug yesterday, gulping water and advil to chase away the too-much-sun headache which plagued me most of the day. My shoulders feel a little tender today. Must NOT forget my hat the next time I retain.

Retaining for Her Majesty at Chalice on Saturday was a lot of fun. I'm the "parasol authorized" retainer despite knocking the edge of the parasol against His Majesty's crown a few times. I need to order a couple more parasols because my current one dates to 2002 and has spouted a few holes. I'll be retaining again at this weekend's event in Lochmere.

Tonight there will be a LOT of housecleaning. My Chalice gear is dumped all over the hall, kitchen and dining room and basement stuff is also dumped in the kitchen and dining room. I need to take photos of basement furniture which is going on freecycle. I need to straighten up the craft room after my failed dress project from Thursday. Hubbyfink and I have to get the house in order for this Friday's newcomers' meeting.

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[pirategirleee.livejournal.com]

I never made it over to say hi to the head retainer. Did you pass on my message? I hope I get to retain for them in the future....Saturday was just not a good day.

[melaniesuzanne.livejournal.com]

I did, and no worries. We had plenty of people to take care of HRM.

I'm sorry Saturday wasn't good for you. :(

[pirategirleee.livejournal.com]

Aww thanks. I was just having an off day (see my post). I'm much better now.

[ballistabob.livejournal.com]

Hi, Mel. What sort of furniture are you talking about? I'm thinking the El Brato and his brother may be interested in some of it for their new apartment.

[melaniesuzanne.livejournal.com]

Scott has a monstrous (and I mean MONSTROUS) desk. It's an L shape and about 6 feet long. We've also got some fake ficus trees which need a new home. I had planned on putting a few other pieces up for grabs, but Scott just now vetoed my plan.

[ballistabob.livejournal.com]

Ah, okay. I think we can safely pass on monstrous desks and fake ficus. :-)

[melaniesuzanne.livejournal.com]

Sorry. :) I'll let you know if we toss anything more bachelor pad-esque in the future.

[sskipstress.livejournal.com]

Would el brato and his brother be interested in a surround sound receiver & 6 mediocre speakers (w/ speaker wire, but probably not any RCA or s-video cables), a black metroshelf 3-shelf cart on wheels, or a white Ikea table?

[ballistabob.livejournal.com]

I would say a definite yes to the first, and a maybe to the other two. Any chance to get pics of the other two?

[sskipstress.livejournal.com]

I can get real pics and/or measurements, but here are some web links for an idea of what the 3-shelf cart and table look like.

[ballistabob.livejournal.com]

Okay, I think we can pass on those, but I think the receiver and speakers would be most welcome.

Parasol Authorization

[weebaby.livejournal.com]

So, I have become an SCA meme.

I am the loser retainer who bashed Duke Valharic in the face during Royal Court at Pennsic. I'm glad to hear that other Pontoons are able to carry the mantle (parasol?) where I fail.

But I admit relief to hearing that the crown got a little abuse by someone who was not me!

Re: Parasol Authorization

[melaniesuzanne.livejournal.com]

Oops. :)

Parasols

[strawberrykaren.livejournal.com]

Which kind are you looking for? (The big paper style is $5 at Oriental Trading Company. Dharma Trading Co. used to carry blanks, but don't at the moment. You might also be able to get them at the Market Fair in October.)

Re: Parasols

[melaniesuzanne.livejournal.com]

My current parasol is a coated paper jobbie which can stand up to rain. I found a site last night which carries this type. Of course, it's bookmarked on the home laptop and not the work one. :)

Re: Parasols

[psalite.livejournal.com]

Ohh can you share the site when you have access.I could use a parasol like that as well

Re: Parasols

[melaniesuzanne.livejournal.com]

I've ordered my parasols from Pearl River. I'll let know what they're like when they arrive.

Re: Parasols

[melaniesuzanne.livejournal.com]

My parasols from Pearl River arrived today and I think the paper could perhaps stand up to a light drizzle, but not a decent rain. *sigh*

[thanate.livejournal.com]

also re:parasols, once you have a replacement, you can also try peeling the paper off the old one and using it as a pattern for a light-weight fabric as a replacement. (I keep meaning to do this myself, but haven't ever gotten around to it.) Then waterproof the fabric, and as long as it's not real silk, it should hold up longer.

[bronx-baroness.livejournal.com]

Oh not to worry! I got smacked in the head and poked in other places more then once by overly enthusiastic parasol bearers. There was one time where the parasol supposedly shading me from the sun kept slipping lower and lower until I lost sight of the populace during Court. :) I had to gently lift the thing up and move it to one side so I could continue Court. It was *great* comic relief!