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DH THOUGHT I WENT NUTS

Shanus — Wed, 25 Mar 2020 14:06:17 GMT

Last night before dinner, I put on a "going out outfit", did full makeup and set the up the dinner in the dining room complete w/ cloth and candles and wine. Date nite? No, he had tax returns to finish after eating, but it was a pleasant change from jeans, tees greeting him at the door and eating in the kitchen. Actually, it was kind of fun. Shanus's Cafe.

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LindaSal — Wed, 25 Mar 2020 14:18:59 GMT

You go girl! That's way better than me, I'm taking a shower and putting my pj's back on!

(LOL) Unless it's our big day at the supermarket, then the jewlery comes out

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Shanus — Wed, 25 Mar 2020 14:21:41 GMT

@LindaSal Just needed to get out of the rut!

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queendiva — Wed, 25 Mar 2020 14:23:47 GMT

Sounds a little nuts to me, lol!

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magicmoodz — Wed, 25 Mar 2020 14:28:02 GMT

@Shanus

On several occasions you have stated you don't drink. Has COVID-19 pushed you over the edge?

Note: this has nothing to do with distain for alcohol. I personally enjoy "happy hour" most every evening before dinner.

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Shanus — Wed, 25 Mar 2020 14:38:01 GMT

@magicmoodz wrote:
@Shanus

On several occasions you have stated you don't drink. Has COVID-19 pushed you over the edge?

Note: this has nothing to do with distain for alcohol. I personally enjoy "happy hour" most every evening before dinner.

@magicmoodz I have nothing against drinking, I had 1/2 glass of wine. I don't drink often, so have never built up enough of a tolerance, so one cocktail and it's all I can handle.

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Lovs2shop — Wed, 25 Mar 2020 14:40:22 GMT

Sounds like a great idea! Thanks for sharing. I like to

wear jewelry every day even if I am in all day.

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Leggett28 — Wed, 25 Mar 2020 15:06:14 GMT

@Shanus Sounds like a very nice dinner 🤗

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Leggett28 — Wed, 25 Mar 2020 15:08:59 GMT

@magicmoodz I’m right there with you. I also enjoy happy hour 😉 especially nowadays.

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Mom2Dogs — Wed, 25 Mar 2020 15:11:06 GMT

@Shanus wrote:
@magicmoodz wrote:
@Shanus

On several occasions you have stated you don't drink. Has COVID-19 pushed you over the edge?

Note: this has nothing to do with distain for alcohol. I personally enjoy "happy hour" most every evening before dinner.

@magicmoodz I have nothing against drinking, I had 1/2 glass of wine. I don't drink often, so have never built up enough of a tolerance, so one cocktail and it's all I can handle.

That's me, one drink and I'm under the table...so to speak!

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hckynut — Wed, 25 Mar 2020 15:19:27 GMT

@magicmoodz I have nothing against drinking, I had 1/2 glass of wine. I don't drink often, so have never built up enough of a tolerance, so one cocktail and it's all I can handle.

@Shanus

I'm an "all or nothing guy". Quit all my bad habits(?) Cold Turkey. Smoking/gambling/drinking and meat. Tried the tapering a few times and no luck. Quit drinking over 25 years ago. So engrained
now I don't even think of it till I see it mentioned.

Stay well and safe now.

hckynut

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godi — Wed, 25 Mar 2020 15:40:22 GMT

I just told DH we are creating an Itian Resturant here Saturday evening. Spaghetti and Gardiene Meatballs (the meatless ones, they are so good) nice bread and wine. Candle on table and Jerry Vale music in background. So excited and something to look forward too. 🍷🍷 🍝

Goodness I forgot I'm making a chocolate cake also!

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qualitygal — Wed, 25 Mar 2020 18:10:48 GMT

The heights and depths we will go through to maintain our sanity and keep things fresh!! For even having the idea and carrying it out, my hat is off to you with a "atta girl!!!"

I'm putting wine on next week's grocery list too. I'll see if that helps too. Cheers!!!!

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Shanus — Wed, 25 Mar 2020 22:06:57 GMT

@qualitygal wrote:
The heights and depths we will go through to maintain our sanity and keep things fresh!! For even having the idea and carrying it out, my hat is off to you with a "atta girl!!!"

I'm putting wine on next week's grocery list too. I'll see if that helps too. Cheers!!!!

Cheers @qualitygal . After 50 yrs. of marriage, I've had to come up with lots of surprises and treats. 😜

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Warrior2022 — Wed, 25 Mar 2020 22:28:21 GMT

What a great idea @Shanus!

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ECBG — Wed, 25 Mar 2020 22:44:05 GMT

We always eat in the dining room.

I don't like to eat looking at the kitchen counter. Also, the apron (the side) of the table is more suited to someone of smaller stature. Our sons had breakfast there as well as lunch when out of school, and it was also the homework center.

My dining room isn't formal, it's antiques. We do eat on placemats to protect the wood.

If anyone hasn't seen my dining room, I'll be glad to post it.

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AuntG — Wed, 25 Mar 2020 22:49:19 GMT

Great idea. We aren't even bringing in carryout food. Friday is steak night at our house; hope we can grill on the deck. Not sure I want to get out of my loungewear though.

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Mary Bailey — Wed, 25 Mar 2020 22:50:41 GMT

@ShanusI think that is sweet. It sounds fun.

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ECBG — Wed, 25 Mar 2020 22:57:28 GMT

@AuntG wrote:
Great idea. We aren't even bringing in carryout food. Friday is steak night at our house; hope we can grill on the deck. Not sure I want to get out of my loungewear though.

@AuntG Saturday night is our steak night. I always get a whole tenderloin on sale for $10.98 a pound. I cut my own filets and freeze two to a qt zip lock (actually prefer press seal). I get filet for less than rib eye sells-always.

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Shanus — Wed, 25 Mar 2020 23:15:56 GMT

@ECBG wrote:
We always eat in the dining room.

I don't like to eat looking at the kitchen counter. Also, the apron (the side) of the table is more suited to someone of smaller stature. Our sons had breakfast there as well as lunch when out of school, and it was also the homework center.

My dining room isn't formal, it's antiques. We do eat on placemats to protect the wood.

If anyone hasn't seen my dining room, I'll be glad to post it.

@ECBG OK, I'll take you up on the home tour of the dining room. I remember your post w/ the gorgeous fireplace.