26 Reply by Janet (AJ) Reid

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Norm d'Plume wrote:

Aussie! Welcome back. As promised, you are a mass murdering robot in my book. You run Acme, Inc., a firm founded by the Professor that holds a monopoly on all tech manufacturing, including a coconut powered time machine.

I run a company?!!! A bad-ass company! And we have coconut powered time machines! How clever (if I may say so myself...), coconuts are everywhere! big_smile

Norm d'Plume wrote:

However, for various reasons, I've decided not to publish the book until after I write and publish a totally different story about the rise of the Antichrist within the Catholic Church. The book summary for it is on the last page of my thread.

I'll have to check it out. This may be too close to the truth though.... If we don't hear from you again, we'll come looking for you under the Pope's dress! [hopefully I'm not offending anyone here....let me know and I'll edit my post But Dirk made me do it!]

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27 Reply by Janet (AJ) Reid

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Kdot wrote:

Hi, new person

Wow, K, I can almost FEEL the excitement in your reply! smile Or was that wit? Probably wit. big_smile

Hope you're doing well!

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28 Reply by Janet (AJ) Reid

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njc wrote:

I have a new idea on how to get Pausonallie and Merran out of the porn-spell theater.

I return to TNBW to check in on your guys, and this is what I read first...... yikes

What. The. Hell. njc! big_smile

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29 Topic by Janet (AJ) Reid

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Hey guys!

I am still alive! smile How are you all doing?! What is news? Did you miss me (a little)? I'm good with fibs and white lies! smile I miss you guys...

On this side, I think I'm finally settling in in the States. Sort of. It's been busy with work (lots of work - at one stage I was doing 3 major projects with a bunch of smaller ones thrown in the mix just to keep me busy over weekends as well - industry standard is 1 major project per person or 3-5 smaller ones.... I always suspected managers can't count!) and life in general and I just didn't have the time for TNBW (and I'm still pissed at the shite membership that is basic) and editing NS. How is this for a run on sentence? Do you remember all of a sudden why you were actually glad that I went quiet?! tongue big_smile wink

Yes, NS is still ongoing. And I'm still writing like the wind.... I'm about to start revising Ch20 tomorrow. lol Looking forward to a bit of time off over Christmas to make a dent in the damn thing. I think it's better than before, much better actually. But then again, I'm the ever optimist! big_smile But the move to the States didn't do my writing any favours.

Work is going better - I got a new job (same company). I'm travelling more, and things are picking up, but it's not 50hr weeks and every other weekend anymore. So there's that. And I'm in Amy's vicinity second week of January.... I'm going to meet Amy!!!! Accommodation is booked for the extra weekend and everything. big_smile

Husband and kids are also doing well! And the dogs. smile Our visa has been extended for another 2 years just last week. So we'll be visiting Canadia soon to get the new visa 'stamps' in our passports.

My dad isn't doing too well. He's booked for another heart procedure early next week - he has an aneurysm and they need to replace a good part of his aorta. They've been looking at ways to avoid open heart surgery, but no can do. Otherwise the family is going well.

njc, how is your health going these days? And the sorcerers and writing and stuff? Are you still tinkering with electronics?

K, K, K.... I miss your wit (and your charts, sort of, hehehehe)! Hope it's going well with your books and writing! And your secret squirrel stuff. big_smile

Dirk, are you still around? How are you doing? And your writing?! And that Aussie bitch queen AI? I hope she's still rocking it! Please tell me she's still rocking it!

Amy, when am I going to buy your books?!!! And I'm hoping you're kicking some real life butt too! But we'll catch up in person soon, and much quicker than I can type! big_smile

Everyone else? Who's still around?!

I'll check in again tomorrow and hope to hear from you!

Have a good night!

Janet xx

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30 Reply by Janet (AJ) Reid

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amy s wrote:

OK, folks.

Here is the skinny on Team Sonoda

Hard to read, but even harder to write. I've got ovarian cancer. Surgery is Tuesday. At that point, I find out the staging. Then I can make plans about how much longer I will have to finish this damn book of mine. If it is the most common form of cancer, then I am eligible for IV chemo AND peritoneal chemo, which drastically increases the amount of time that I can pick on you guys and wreck your plots. That is the scenario that I'm hoping for. (Wrecking plots included)

So I'll be out of commission on Tuesday and Weds. Thursday, I might have it in me to pick up the phone and text an update. Until then, there will be a dearth of reviews from me.

Wish me luck.

Feel free to insult me during my absence.  You know I like it when you guys care. Feel free to make an insult-chain rather than a prayer chain.

And I already let it be known that I will cover my hairless scalp with a pussy-hat. Just out of spite. I may even sew on some bangs so that it looks like I have hair.

Maybe a tiara on the pussy-hat. Or is that too much?

Love you guys,
A

You better stick around to pick on and wreck each and every plot of my next 6 books (7 total). And you better stick around to see your name in my first ever published book. Or else I'm going to go over there, take your tiara and slap you silly on your pussy-hat, repeatedly. And don't even think of not finishing your books!!!!!! No way, not an option!

Truth be told, I really think K needs you more than me though. And then njc. And then Dirk. They know it's true, but they'll never admit it. So it'd be really good if you could keep that in mind too! wink smile

But deep down inside I think you've got this! Nothing you can do until you know more. Stressing about it is human, but it won't change the outcome. You'll be in my thoughts the whole Tuesday. And will be checking all communications for the update.

Go and get this SOB!!!!!

Lots of hugs Amy!!!!!!!

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31 Reply by Janet (AJ) Reid

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amy s wrote:

We miss you. Revise, and then revise again. Push forward on book 2. I'm so proud of you!

Could not have done it without you guys! Plan is to do the final revision after I'm done with book 2. That'll be more than enough time to give it a rest and be able to look at it with new eyes. smile

And I'm getting super excited about book 2. I already have the outline in my head. Just need to get #1 done and get the new stuff on paper! smile

amy s wrote:

(FYI, it might be time for another phone call. We need to check in with each other at least once a year!)

In that case, we're behind. We passed the two year mark in the States a week or so ago! The next two weekends are going to be crazy, but I'll let you know when things are quiet and I can talk without any chances of being cut short. Really looking forward to that!!!!

I'm still following C's progress on FB. You and Mr S are doing great!

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32 Reply by Janet (AJ) Reid

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njc wrote:
Janet (AJ) Reid wrote:
Norm d'Plume wrote:

Are you planning to post your latest revision of NS, Janet?

Not at the moment, Dirk. Plan is to do the revision, let it rest while I start with book #2. I'll post that one again for reviews.

And you have peace from my pestering you about participles.

Not yet. The dreams at night are still vivid! big_smile

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33 Reply by Janet (AJ) Reid

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Norm d'Plume wrote:

I'll ping you when Aussie reappears. He's definitely going to have a kickass scene in the book's revised wrap-up chapter.

I'll check in every now and again. If all else fails, email me at janetreid.aus@bigpond.com and I'll be all over it like bad rash! smile

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34 Reply by Janet (AJ) Reid

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Norm d'Plume wrote:

Are you planning to post your latest revision of NS, Janet?

Not at the moment, Dirk. Plan is to do the revision, let it rest while I start with book #2. I'll post that one again for reviews.

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35 Reply by Janet (AJ) Reid

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Hey everyone!!!!

Just wanted to drop in and say I'm still alive and the revision of NS is going well. And I miss you lot heaps.

There's not too much news on my side apart from the project I was working on is on hold, so the site visit isn't going to happen. This doesn't mean I'm never going to get close. When it happens I'll let you know!!!

Hope you guys are doing well!

Janet

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36 Reply by Janet (AJ) Reid

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Norm d'Plume wrote:

No worries. I've whittled it down to one of the two writeups in my previous post above.

Any preference, anyone?

Dirk

It works for me! You could also go with Rippa to imitate how it's pronounced!

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37 Reply by Janet (AJ) Reid

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njc wrote:

Fingers well crossed.

I can cross my fingers and toes for you! This side, we've had a terrible season too with flu and colds.

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38 Reply by Janet (AJ) Reid

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Norm d'Plume wrote:

I like the down under joke a lot, but I'm shooting for PG-13 with v3. How about:

“A drag queen? Fascinating! I would like to explore that. Would you consider calling me ‘Queen A.J. Rowling?’ That was the nom de plume of a notorious Australian spy masquerading as an author of historical porn while on a walkabout in the United Sta.... My infrared sensors detect a sharp rise in your facial temperature, Admiral. Are you ill?”
...
Brain said, “I gather you were unimpressed with my last request, Admiral. Perhaps you are right. ‘Rowling’ is nonsensical. No good could ever come of such a name. The very thought of it is tickling my safeguards against homicide.” The AI paused, then asked, “Would you consider ‘Aussie?’ I’m sure that would be perfectly safe.”

This would work Rowling - Reid. And the Aussie makes it clear it's me (to us at least!). smile

So I don't think the Jangaroo/Rowling needs to be Australian speak so to say.

But here's a few suggestions with the translation in brackets:

Queen Chook (Queen Chicken)
Queen Cracker (like, good. When you're having a cracker of a day, it ain't get better than that!)
Queen Cuppa (cuppa = cup of tea)
Queen Snag (Queen Sausage)
Queen Tosser (another way of saying wanker...)
Queen Postie (mailman)
Queen Esky (Queen Ice Cooler)
Queen Cordial (contrary to believe, it's basically the Australian version of Kool-Aid)

Thongs are out (it's flip-flops), Dunny is a toilet.

Let me know if none of these work and you want more suggestions! I'm trying to think of all the differences I've picked up in the US over the years... I'll let you know if more comes to mind! smile

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39 Reply by Janet (AJ) Reid

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Norm d'Plume wrote:

Woo hoo! All my outstanding updates are done for chapters 1 - 5. Of course, Amy and Bill K. haven't weighed in on the later chapters yet, so there's sure to be another frenzy of activity soon. I wonder how long I'll be able to keep up with edits as I try to push forward with v3.

Great going Dirk!!!!

I'm done with Chapter 6! big_smile

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40 Reply by Janet (AJ) Reid

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Dirk, don't go with down under. It's a much bigger thing outside of Aus than inside of Aus... We never refer to Aus like that. Almost never.
AUS 101 for today. smile

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41 Reply by Janet (AJ) Reid

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amy s wrote:

Porn queen? Brings new meaning to the phrase, "down under".

Good one! Never heard that one before! tongue

ps - only because I like you Amy, you get away with shit like this! big_smile

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42 Reply by Janet (AJ) Reid

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njc wrote:

From Kate Paulk.  USA politics, translated into Aussie.  YMMV

You know you've been in Aus too long if you can read that and don't need any translation! big_smile
Thanks njc!

ps - How are you doing these days? Staying out of hospital???

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43 Reply by Janet (AJ) Reid

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Okay, premium expired, and I HAVE to renew as with basic membership, you lose access to ALL your in-line reviews. Even though you received them when you've been been a paying member... Not nice at all.

I've upgraded for the next 3 months - I don't want to lose anything because I've received so much help and good suggestions, it's probably worth paying for it again. smile

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amy s wrote:

There is something called YakTrax to put over your shoes when the weather is horrible. While sledding, it is a must to keep your balance on ice. I have an extra pair. Do you want to give them a try?

Googled YakTrax. That looks awesome! We did okay with just our snowboots yesterday, didn't fall around at all even when we pulled the sled uphill, but we still had to be careful. I think Yaktrax will be even better. You hang onto yours, you need it way more than us. We first have to see how often we'll need them, and then I'll let you know. You're the best Amy!

Glad we went yesterday, rained overnight, so now it's slush outside. And I've finally seen what brown snow looks like (and yellow snow - it's funny to see the two Dachshunds in the snow and doing their thing - the snow was shoulder height for them, poor things).

I have to catch up with reviews and what not. Later today!

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45 Reply by Janet (AJ) Reid

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Ha! Are you saying I could be a freelance editor? hehehehehe

Lots of things happening this side. For now, we're staying in the States. Trust me, pollies everywhere are the same and equally bad. Takes more than a cheetos face (hahahaha) to get rid of me/us!

We are still planning a site visit on to our Toledo Refinery, so I'm still bargaining that would happen. I've been busy building "you owe me's" with hubs, so it's all good for me staying longer and catching up with you guys!

We went sledding today. It was fucking awesome! Made me miss the dunes in Aus, because it's exactly the same except instead of hot and dry, it's cold and wet! We're learning, but we did good - seems like our gear is good for playing outside in the snow! whoo-hoo!

I'm hoping to be back tomorrow for a few more chapters!
xx

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46 Reply by Janet (AJ) Reid

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Dirk, I like wiseass. tongue

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47 Reply by Janet (AJ) Reid

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I also owe reviews all over the place. I'm trying to catch up with Amy first (for no reason other than duh!), then I'll check out Dirk and njc. And Rebecca. And then some more! Work isn't helping as always. sad

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48 Reply by Janet (AJ) Reid

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24F when I was driving home today. It's official - I'm effin cold. A little bit of snow, and a little bit sticking around too. The two boys built snowmen - they're still standing after 3 days. Next week, more snow predicted.

Rewrite of NS is going well. Chapter 3 done and dusted. Some of it's new, some old.

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49 Reply by Janet (AJ) Reid

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Quick update before I go to bed:

Mr American Chicken, our turkey, was still frozen on Thanksgiving Thursday. That's the bad news. The good news was that we didn't have hundreds of family coming over for Turkey! LOL

Mr C cooked it for us on Saturday and it was delicious. We had Turkey sandwiches on Sunday (our Turkey sandwiches still need a bit more work - next year, we're going to add some bacon). Had Turkey pasta Sunday evening. I had Turkey pasta Monday for lunch at work. We still have frozen Turkey in the freezer. But, we got into the swing of things.

Work is still crazy as. Planning to take some leave over Christmas. So looking forward to that. The tree went up this weekend. Pressies are done - just have to post the overseas ones this week. We're also busy with child passport applications - the two boys' passports expires this coming week. Cross fingers the Vancouver consulate will help us, otherwise we have to go back all the way to LA or San Fran.

Other than that, the site visit hasn't been finalised yet. I'll definitely let everyone know when I know more! I haven't forgotten about it or you yet!

And on this note, think of me. Snow has been forecasted tonight. I have to drive to work tomorrow - either in snow or on black ice. I just hope the idiots sleep in. The rest of the week looks like more snow is possible. Will let you guys know what happened and how well it went?! smile

Good night!
Janet

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50 Reply by Janet (AJ) Reid

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Dirk, as in crazy?

Couple of suggestions that could work, but there's not really anything unique to Aus (I know, a grave oversight for which I apologise, we're usually on top of this game).

Feral
Loose cannon
Mad as a cut snake
Off your head (although this is more when someone is on drugs)

If you give me a little bit of context, I might have a few more suggestions.

ps - these are the more polite ones. smile

Hope this helps!

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