BS: Ducks Fly South

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: Sorcha
Date: 29 Aug 05 - 10:21 PM

Jane, what the hell are you doing up at this hour???? Chat room?

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: Mrs.Duck
Date: 30 Aug 05 - 02:24 PM

Not me, Ma'am! Looking forward to tasting that beer, Beer :0)

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: wysiwyg
Date: 15 Sep 05 - 09:39 PM

It appears we will have a large pop-up camper on the premises for any hardy souls not sufficiently chilled at Ramblewood, or for those on the way TO the Getaway who want to pre-chill. hMMMMM..... Maybe that will also be a good place to hide.... (and chill) the.... BEER?

Campfire time!

Oh, and YES! My maw in law is coming to visit a few days after you-all leave-- LOL-- I'm sure you'll help me get the place in proper order for the dear!

~Susan

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: wysiwyg
Date: 19 Sep 05 - 09:05 AM

We've just gotten the word on the financing for the pop-up-- it's a go, and the older, smaller one is still here too. That means foam-mattress sleeping space (for hardy lovers of cold nights) for 3 more couples and several singles, including one (maybe two) kingsize beds. Please help spread the word!

~Susan

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: Mrs.Duck
Date: 28 Sep 05 - 12:06 PM

Only two weeks to go before we beat our wings towards US. We are so looking forward to meeting 'catters both at the Getaway and elsewhere. Trying to resist temptation to pack already - so excited.

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: MMario
Date: 28 Sep 05 - 12:36 PM

don't you mean three weeks?


Getaway should be incredible this year. I'm looking forward to it as well - but first have to negotiate my way through a family wedding - guests start arriving for that in 8 days - the wedding is the 10th. Some guests may still be around when I take off the evening of the 13th for Getaway....Thank goodness it is a small wedding!!!!!

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: MMario
Date: 28 Sep 05 - 12:37 PM

never mind - I can't count.

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: Geoff the Duck
Date: 30 Sep 05 - 03:03 PM

You can count on us!
Quack!
GtD.

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: kendall
Date: 01 Oct 05 - 08:51 AM

There are some American beers that are worth trying:
Sam Adams
Shipyard

I prefer Heineken which is available anywhere.

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: wysiwyg
Date: 01 Oct 05 - 09:28 AM

Aw, go ahead and pack!

I believe Leadfingers plans to stop the night as he heads south, the 10th or 11th of pre-Getaway week. More are welcome.

~Susan

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: wysiwyg
Date: 09 Oct 05 - 09:14 AM

Lo! the great hunter has gone forth in glory and bravely slain the Mighty Groceries for the pre- and post-Getaway hospitality stop at our place. (LilyFestre is coming over tomorrow to help me cook. The crockpots, ovens, and toaster oven will be busy!)

I know that one person is bringing breakfast stuff, and I have more of same so that is covered; I have entree's covered and some snackification.

The refrigerator cries out for "Produce! We shall need fresh produce! And beer!"

~Susan

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: wysiwyg
Date: 09 Oct 05 - 11:36 AM

BTW--

I'm assuming arrivals Monday afternoon-evening for the post-G'way crowd. If that's not the case (and any time is fine), please post here or drop me a PM so I can be sure Faulkner and Ruby don't eat you when you come in and make yourself at home. They're becoming quite the escape artists!

The man who wanted the firewood is out chain-sawing up the trees on the ground in front of the house at the moment. In case he totals our mailbox, be looking for a sign with the house number, on the middle of the white porch columns.

~Susan

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: Mrs.Duck
Date: 09 Oct 05 - 06:25 PM

I'm assuming Monday pm too Susan and will follow Mmario to the nearest beer and produce shop. Just give him a list of the sort of things we should bring. Woopee only three days before we fly out!

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: wysiwyg
Date: 09 Oct 05 - 06:31 PM

Oh, I think he'll know! :~) He's always shown up with the best surprises. He knows what our area has and what's appreciated from the (civilized) Land Beyond. :~) You're coming to the boondocks, you know!

~Susan

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: Mrs.Duck
Date: 09 Oct 05 - 06:36 PM

Looks like we'll be in good hands :0)

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: wysiwyg
Date: 09 Oct 05 - 06:42 PM

It sort of takes on its own momentum-- you'll see! :~)

Jane, I have the Ducklings slated to join you and Geoff up in the Dorm. A delicate question-- do they share bedspace ever? There's also a wonderful foam and duvet bedroll up there-- not sure yet how many are coming-- always a bit of sorting out to do at bedtime.... will they tend to hang out with the music or do they dash off on their own-- what kinds of diversions might they appreciate having available in case the adults are just too, too bohring?

~S~

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: Mrs.Duck
Date: 09 Oct 05 - 06:49 PM

Twins almost always share bedspace and Maddie is fine with it too so no problem there. They tend to be fairly good at amusing themselves and we have books etc with us. They also enjoy the music so its pretty much see how the mood takes them and as long as they are not causing problems...They are folk kids so know what happens and adapt quickly.

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: wysiwyg
Date: 09 Oct 05 - 07:31 PM

I certainly do not mean to suggest they may cause problems! (It's usually well-meaning adults making kids nuts with overly-solicitous "help".) We have enjoyed children of all ages and temperaments being at past MudGathers here...

Let's have Maddie in one bed and the twins in another-- happily, that leaves a bed for Mmario (too cold for the camper) and the bedroll if needed for someone else. The other rooms will flex around others' plans then, quite nicely. This will help me place folks coming PRE-Getaway, too, without a lot of unnecessasry bed-changing in between.

Lovely how it all works itself out! Thanks, Jane!

~Susan

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: Mrs.Duck
Date: 10 Oct 05 - 05:26 AM

And thank you, Susan. All sounds wonderful - can't wait!

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: wysiwyg
Date: 11 Oct 05 - 01:03 PM

Just got Leadfingers on the road after a pre-pre-G'way stop. What a lovely time. LilyFestre worked like crazy yesterday helping me roast and pack up about 25 pounds of various meats for the freezer, to draw from as need arises for entrees and sandwiches. (Well, we did consume the ham already!) She was still here when Leadfingers arrived, and later her husband came by for a late supper and to pick her up. In between there was mighty craic.

Hardi'd had a meeting last night with the Bish that kept him out till late, but then he and Leadfingers had a nice little song-swap and we got to see all the fabulous instruments he'd brought-- including a guitar lent by SINSULL that Hardi enjoyed using to teach him "Built for Comfort." (I have pix of Hardi corrupting Sins' guitar!)

Dear Leadfingers was a wonderfully self-sufficient guest, and he brought up something I might as well address here. He wanted us to accept a budgetary contribution; I refused-- for us this is a lot like parish events, where the host parish would supply the entree and other specified items, and others bring the missing items. (I got a VERY good price at the grocers and bought only what was well-priced-- I enjoyed the day spent cooking with LilyFestre.) So of course I said "No, thank you very much," because it really is our privilege to have folks come here when we can't go "there," and what actually motivates us more than anything else is timely RSVP's. So if anyone is thinking along those lines, "Nuh-uh!" A contribution to Mudcat, however, is always appreciated.

Before leaving, Leadfingers took a few pix to supplement the ones I'd taken the night before; we'll make sure to take some more as the pre/post-G'way visits continue. When LF returns to the UK and can email his to me, I'll send Pene Azul a whole set for the Events section as I did last year with Charmion's wonderful photos. I hope she brings her camera again.... I have another little digital camera to pass around, in addition to my newer camera; I know LilyFestre has one too. So there may be a lot of pix this year.

My main prep task remaining is to cover the living room tables with decorative plastic (beats dusting!). I'll be able to relax and not worry about beer rings getting on them! :~)

I've indicated this thread for other folks who are thinking of coming, for the updates-- hope the Ducks don't mind a temporary thread hijack!

~Susan

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: Pistachio
Date: 11 Oct 05 - 01:17 PM

Jane and Geoff, Maddie and twins....have a superb trip, enjoy and remember it all. I'd love to be over there with you - it sounds so festive, friendly and the whole visit will fill you with fantastic memories. I'm imagining autumn colours - I love this time of year.
Happy holiday.
Hazel.x.x.x.x.x

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: John MacKenzie
Date: 11 Oct 05 - 01:24 PM

Because my son's in-laws are arriving for 14 days on 27th Oct, and they don't have scads of space, I need to go to Massivechewsets 1st after the Getaway. However my return flight on 14th Nov is from Baltimore again so will visit from the north a bit later than all the mob, if that's still OK. Will get details from MMario.
Giok

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: Pseudolus
Date: 11 Oct 05 - 01:25 PM

You'll find a nice assortment of beers at the Antler's Inn, not to mention cheesecake! Tell my sister I said hey! It's been so long since I've been there.... :(

Frank

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: wysiwyg
Date: 11 Oct 05 - 02:58 PM

Giok, that's lovely. Please keep me posted. The only nights we may be away will fall on Thursdays/Fridays, as far as I know at this point.

Pseudolus-- no way, man! Not going there without you. :~) You're s'posed to bring the cheesecake! :~)

~Susan

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: wysiwyg
Date: 12 Oct 05 - 03:52 PM

PLANNED FOOD-- Please let me know of any allergies, soon, if any of the following do not work for you.


Thursday Night Supper Waiting: Chicken & Biscuits and/or Grilled Cheese Triangles, with whatever side dishes y'all bring.

Friday AM Breakfast: Ham/Cheese/Egg Casserole; Key Lime Yogurt; Cereal; Toast.


Monday Night Supper Waiting: Beef as a Sandwich, Burrito, or Salad, and/or Black Beans Hambone, with Sides a la Guest. Fresh, locally pressed apple cider (non-alcoholic) will be on hand for the littler ones.

Tuesday AM Breakfast a la MMario; Soft-Scrambled Eggs.

Maple syrup, coffee, spring water also on hand-- we don't pretend to have any decent tea (herbal or otherwise), nor decaf coffee.

~Susan

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: Sonnet
Date: 12 Oct 05 - 04:12 PM

Geoff

Just give everyone a rendering of Light Cavalry on that bass kazoo!

Jay and Chris McS

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: Geoff the Duck
Date: 12 Oct 05 - 05:41 PM

Can't fit the Bass Kazoo in the luggage unfortunately.
Off to bed shortly for a VERY EARLY start.
USA Beware!
Quack!
Geoff.

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: SussexCarole
Date: 12 Oct 05 - 05:56 PM

See you at breakfast on Friday morning Jane & Geoff & Co

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: Linda Kelly
Date: 12 Oct 05 - 06:07 PM

Came back from Crete this morning so have missed saying goodbye-hvae a really good time -love to you all, xxxx

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: wysiwyg
Date: 13 Oct 05 - 10:33 AM

Pre-Getaway arrivals-- Your chix and bix in the crockpot. Hm, I really should soak some smoky chipotle peppers for a condiment (on the side).... There's a Mexican dish that calls for either chipotles or chipotles plus cheese... Hmmm....... been gloomy waether here for more than a week, and I think I'd rather cook than clean any further!

~S~

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: LilyFestre
Date: 13 Oct 05 - 11:01 AM

I'm with you on that one! It's a GREAT day here to cook all darn day long....got myself a crockpot that is just begging to be used!

Michelle

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: MMario
Date: 13 Oct 05 - 11:03 AM

*drool*

(wiping mouth)

I have to grocery shop after work - but will be down as soon as possible!!!!

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: wysiwyg
Date: 13 Oct 05 - 12:20 PM

Mmario, you still a latish arrival? Bring fruit to add for brekkie?

Lil, how about a salad instead of fruit? Have dressing and grape tomaters, need mixed greens (no iceberg in the mix please).

That chixbix is mighty motivatin'-- I have washing up to do this AM and the onions/garlic are just starting to arome! Don't mind the washing this time somehow.

Did I mention the bix will be beer bread muffins? No? Oh, I'm sorreeeee....... had to do something with the O'Douls before Catters arrive!

~S~

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: wysiwyg
Date: 13 Oct 05 - 12:22 PM

PS to Lil-- that cleaning product you mentioned the other day? Any chance of you bringing same? Can reimburse, thanks to Hardi funding the dogfood this week in favor of MudBudget. Doesn't look like I'll be venturing out today.

~S~

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: MMario
Date: 13 Oct 05 - 12:31 PM

yes - still latish arrival - fruit check. okey dokey....

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: wysiwyg
Date: 13 Oct 05 - 12:36 PM

GOOD Leo. My joy is complete. :~)

~S~

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: beardedbruce
Date: 13 Oct 05 - 12:39 PM

"My joy would be complete, dear
If you were only here.
But still I keep your hand
As a precious souvenier"

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: wysiwyg
Date: 13 Oct 05 - 01:03 PM

LOL-- Leadfingers sang that for us Monday night, so I know JUST what you mean! :~)

~S~

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: LilyFestre
Date: 13 Oct 05 - 01:11 PM

Sorry WYSIWYG, my car is not cooperating. I'll be on my mountain today...can't go anywhere. :(

Michelle

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: wysiwyg
Date: 13 Oct 05 - 01:35 PM

No way! Gimmee directions, I'll come getcha!

~S~

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: wysiwyg
Date: 13 Oct 05 - 01:43 PM

LOL-- I found the old direx you sent me once and I'm on the way over there!

~S~

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: Jack the Sailor
Date: 15 Oct 05 - 02:22 AM

CarolC here, posting from near the Getaway...

Does anyone know what has happened to the Ducks? They didn't show up and when I last talked to others about them, nobody knew where they were.

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: bobad
Date: 15 Oct 05 - 01:55 PM

Is it duck hunting season down there?

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: bobad
Date: 15 Oct 05 - 02:34 PM

This thread was right below the bird flu one - figured I had better move it - ya never know.

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: wysiwyg
Date: 15 Oct 05 - 02:36 PM

Altho I hope they have already arrived, I PMed SussexCarole to see what she might know about their arrival plan.

~S~

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: GUEST
Date: 16 Oct 05 - 05:11 AM

Any news anyone?

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: CarolC
Date: 16 Oct 05 - 11:33 PM

They arrived safe and sound late Friday evening.

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: jimmyt
Date: 16 Oct 05 - 11:48 PM

DUcks are fine and may be nesting by this time of night ! THey are lovely people ! I have really enjoyed them at the Getaway

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: Liz the Squeak
Date: 17 Oct 05 - 03:48 AM

Make a good soup too....

LTS

Subject: RE: BS: Ducks Fly South
From: Liz the Squeak
Date: 17 Oct 05 - 03:49 AM

GLad they made it OK...


Oh, and 100!!!

LTS