# The Pass Over MMP **URL:** \ **Category:** Miscellaneous and Personal Stuff I Must Share\ **Tags:** mmp\ **Created:** [April 10, 2017, 9:09am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-pass-over-mmp/784159 "2017-04-10T09:09:55Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 8
**Author:** ![kopek](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/kopek/32/337_2.png) [@kopek](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/kopek)\ **Post date:** [April 14, 2017, 1:34pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-pass-over-mmp/784159/141 "2017-04-14T13:34:59Z")
> [@Spiderman](#): > > You know, if you go with someone, the cost can be split for just a little bit more…just sayin’. 😉 > > BTW, how often do you shop at the [Miracle Mile Shopping Center](http://www.philly.com/philly/news/20170414_ap_11440a6a6ce644f9a7f37c0af6a49c9d.html) in Monroeville? I’m more likely to go to Monroeville Mall down the road a bit as a zombie or doing a Santa or Easter Bunny gig, but I’ve been at that one as well. Back when flea markets were big Miracle had a really great one going. On Diggerland; our plan is to hit it June 19th. I’ll probably just do the dozer during the day since we want to hit the road towards Dutch Wonderland (new coaster) the same day. This is one of our whirlwind trips we’re doing in place of this years convention with Rehoboth, Ocean City, Diggerland, DW and then home. Depending on how your schedule looks, let us know – maybe we could work a ax killing I MEAN MINI-MUMPFEST along the way. Still page 3? Must be the holiday. ---
**Author:** ![Sunny\_Daze](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/sunny_daze/32/438_2.png) [@Sunny\_Daze](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Sunny_Daze)\ **Post date:** [April 14, 2017, 1:45pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-pass-over-mmp/784159/142 "2017-04-14T13:45:33Z")
Dog decided to go out at 1:15 and I didn’t go back to sleep until 5ish. I has a blurf today. Other than that, I can report the usual. Chivvying of children is well underway at chez moi. ---
**Author:** ![Sahirrnee](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/sahirrnee/32/13937_2.png) [@Sahirrnee](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Sahirrnee)\ **Post date:** [April 14, 2017, 2:09pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-pass-over-mmp/784159/143 "2017-04-14T14:09:55Z")
Happy Firday! It’s chilly today, lots of sun, but chilly. I got a pretty decent nights sleep, from 10ish to 4. I would have liked to sleep until 6, but 6 hours is better than 2. I have a lot to do today, finish laundry, clean up the kitchen, and do some yard irk. I’m avoiding taxes for today, I think a break and then go back at them with fresh eyes. Then we’ll tackle his taxes, I’ll help him this year. His should be easy, _should_. ---
**Author:** ![FairyChatMom](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/fairychatmom/32/21906_2.png) [@FairyChatMom](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/FairyChatMom)\ **Post date:** [April 14, 2017, 2:25pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-pass-over-mmp/784159/144 "2017-04-14T14:25:38Z")
\*\*MetalMouse \*\*- and anyone else - there 's a SDMB group on FB and there’s an invite for trying to meet up for the March for Science next week. Just FYI. I’ll be outta here in about half an hour. Huzzah! ---
**Author:** ![Spiderman](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/spiderman/32/230_2.png) [@Spiderman](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Spiderman)\ **Post date:** [April 14, 2017, 2:35pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-pass-over-mmp/784159/145 "2017-04-14T14:35:18Z")
> [@kopek](#): > > On Diggerland; our plan is to hit it June 19th. I’ll probably just do the dozer during the day since we want to hit the road towards Dutch Wonderland (new coaster) the same day. That’s a Moanday; hopefully, I’ll know more about days off & where I am/not going this year by then. Ummm, you do realize Dutch Wonderland is a kiddie amusement park? I mean size & physical age, not just mental age. ---
**Author:** ![The\_Stainless\_Steel\_Rat](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/the_stainless_steel_rat/32/5727_2.png) [@The\_Stainless\_Steel\_Rat](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/The_Stainless_Steel_Rat)\ **Post date:** [April 14, 2017, 2:59pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-pass-over-mmp/784159/146 "2017-04-14T14:59:09Z")
> [@FairyChatMom](#): > > \*\*MetalMouse \*\*- and anyone else - there 's a SDMB group on FB and there’s an invite for trying to meet up for the March for Science next week. Just FYI. Do you have a link? I’ve looked in Google but can’t seem to find it. > [@](#): > > I’ll be outta here in about half an hour. Huzzah! Slacker.:p;) Enjoy the holiday. Slept until after 8am today. And that is a good thing. **Midget,** hope you’re feeling better. I’ve got Diggerland on my to-do list, but don’t know about a 1-day trip to New Jersey…but if you characters cook something up, let us know… ---
**Author:** ![Buttercup\_Smith](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/buttercup_smith/32/473_2.png) [@Buttercup\_Smith](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Buttercup_Smith)\ **Post date:** [April 14, 2017, 3:20pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-pass-over-mmp/784159/147 "2017-04-14T15:20:07Z")
**Blurf** Was up until 3am ish doing laundry and cleaning. Less I will have to do this weekend. We have no Easter plans yet but I am thinking we will find a local buffet/brunch. I will make some deviled aigs as it just won’t be the same without them. Heck I may even decide to cook. I can’t even with the taxes. We always have to pay as hubby is self employed even with the quarterly payments. I guess I don’t have enough withheld but I pay health insurance, dental, life and 401K plus all the other taxes. Closing for re-fi is Moanday. We got a 3.25% fixed rate which I guess is good. Plus there will be escrow so no having to come up with all the insurances (wind, flood, homeowners and taxes) every year at roughly the same time. The scam part of this is the closing fees are close to $4800. One charge was a $25 courier fee. My hubby has been the courier. Scam I say. TGIF. Happy Weekend **Midget feel better** ---
**Author:** ![swampbear](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/swampbear/32/467_2.png) [@swampbear](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/swampbear)\ **Post date:** [April 14, 2017, 3:20pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-pass-over-mmp/784159/148 "2017-04-14T15:20:39Z")
The bed has been taken apart and moved. I have vacuumed, dusted, and washed, dried, and put away a load of laundry. Go Me! Sis says mom is still out of it this mornin’. She wouldn’t eat breakfast but did take a few sips of water and juice. Looks like this is what we will deal with from here on. As long as she’s comfortable and not in pain I’m good. ---
**Author:** ![FairyChatMom](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/fairychatmom/32/21906_2.png) [@FairyChatMom](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/FairyChatMom)\ **Post date:** [April 14, 2017, 4:18pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-pass-over-mmp/784159/149 "2017-04-14T16:18:40Z")
> [@The\_Stainless\_Steel\_Rat](#): > > Do you have a link? I’ve looked in Google but can’t seem to find it. > **[Straight Dopers | Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/groups/2408464343/)** > > A group for fans of The Straight Dope message board and Cecil Adam's The Straight Dope column. If you are a member of the SDMB and want to join this Facebook group, and your profile is completely... Chimney guy is here cleaning and giving me a lesson on keeping the pellet stove clean. Wish I’d been told this stuff years ago, but now I know. After he’s gone, we’re going to get lunch - I’s hongree!! I just had a few crackers, but I need real food. ---
**Author:** ![carnivorousplant](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/carnivorousplant/32/3563_2.png) [@carnivorousplant](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/carnivorousplant)\ **Post date:** [April 14, 2017, 5:04pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-pass-over-mmp/784159/150 "2017-04-14T17:04:14Z")
Why is he teaching you to clean the fire box when you pay him to clean the chimney? :dubious: ---
**Author:** ![swampbear](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/swampbear/32/467_2.png) [@swampbear](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/swampbear)\ **Post date:** [April 14, 2017, 5:50pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-pass-over-mmp/784159/151 "2017-04-14T17:50:38Z")
A young bear is here to set up mom’s bed. I’m not happy this is happenin’, but I can admire the scenery. 😃 ---
**Author:** ![Buttercup\_Smith](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/buttercup_smith/32/473_2.png) [@Buttercup\_Smith](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Buttercup_Smith)\ **Post date:** [April 14, 2017, 5:56pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-pass-over-mmp/784159/152 "2017-04-14T17:56:38Z")
**Swampy** I know this is so hard for you. Enjoy each minute with your mom. I miss my mama something fierce. It’s been almost 17 years we lost her to a fall causing a massive brain bleed. We had to let her go and there is not a day, hour or minute she is not on my mind. If only i had been there maybe it would not have happened. You are there. That is really all you can do. Now I have something in my eyes. ---
**Author:** ![Sunny\_Daze](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/sunny_daze/32/438_2.png) [@Sunny\_Daze](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Sunny_Daze)\ **Post date:** [April 14, 2017, 7:23pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-pass-over-mmp/784159/153 "2017-04-14T19:23:05Z")
Just took a nap to make up for my not sleeping. I hope I won’t be back in my infinite loop of napping and not sleeping. We shall see. **Swampy** glad there’s pretty scenery to go with the new bed. 😉 ---
**Author:** ![Spiderman](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/spiderman/32/230_2.png) [@Spiderman](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Spiderman)\ **Post date:** [April 14, 2017, 7:23pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-pass-over-mmp/784159/154 "2017-04-14T19:23:34Z")
> [@carnivorousplant](#): > > Why is he teaching you to clean the fire box when you pay him to clean the chimney? :dubious: Because iffn she burns the place down then he looses a customer. :dubious: > [@swampbear](#): > > A young bear is here to set up mom’s bed. I’m not happy this is happenin’, but I can admire the scenery. 😃 [ol] [li] **Swampbear** is there. [/li][li] **MamaBear** is there. [/li][li] **BrotherBear** is (or at least was) there. [/li][/ol] [ul] [li]You set up a bed to make it comfy.[/li][/ul] Ummm, I gotta ask does Sis have blonde hair & are you having porridge for dinner? 😃 ---
**Author:** ![carnivorousplant](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/carnivorousplant/32/3563_2.png) [@carnivorousplant](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/carnivorousplant)\ **Post date:** [April 14, 2017, 7:45pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-pass-over-mmp/784159/155 "2017-04-14T19:45:35Z")
> [@Spiderman](#): > > Because iffn she burns the place down then he looses a customer. :dubious: Ah, one of the Rules of Acquisition. “Sell a man a fish, you feed him for one day. Teach a man to fish, you lose a steady customer.” ---
**Author:** ![FairyChatMom](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/fairychatmom/32/21906_2.png) [@FairyChatMom](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/FairyChatMom)\ **Post date:** [April 14, 2017, 7:54pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-pass-over-mmp/784159/156 "2017-04-14T19:54:17Z")
He told me how I should be maintaining my pellet stove so I don’t face expensive repairs or worse. Because he’s a professional and he takes pride in his work. Because he’s a nice guy. Why else would he take the time to educate me? I’m not sure I understand your question, **flytrap** … My eggs are all boiled and peeled. We lunched at Cracker Barrel, late enough so we won’t be having supper. I’ve got a load of jeans in the washer and I’ll get all the laundry done today. \*\*FCD \*\*is napping because he overdid it today by mowing everything and sucking up way too many loads of leaves. Tomorrow, I’ll plant my partridgeberry ground cover. There’s a chance of rain in the afternoon, so if I get it all planted in the morning, it could get a good drink from Mother Nature. So yay! 😃 ---
**Author:** ![janis\_and\_c0](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/janis_and_c0/32/21_2.png) [@janis\_and\_c0](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/janis_and_c0)\ **Post date:** [April 14, 2017, 8:45pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-pass-over-mmp/784159/157 "2017-04-14T20:45:10Z")
Skimmed. **((Swampy and Mama Bear)))** I needn’t tell you to treasure this time with her, because I know you will. Just know I am praying for you and yours. **rosie’s** sig (rip) to all! Coming up onto the 4th day of Passover here. With that and crunch time at work, plus the hot water tank going out, it’s been a crazy week. I love all yunz, though, and I’ll try to be a better mumper soon, I promise! ---
**Author:** ![carnivorousplant](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/carnivorousplant/32/3563_2.png) [@carnivorousplant](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/carnivorousplant)\ **Post date:** [April 14, 2017, 9:00pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-pass-over-mmp/784159/158 "2017-04-14T21:00:20Z")
> [@FairyChatMom](#): > > Why else would he take the time to educate me? I’m not sure I understand your question, **flytrap** … As I posted on FB. If you sell a man a fish, you feed him for one day. Teach a man to fish, you lose a steady customer. ---
**Author:** ![dogbutler](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/dogbutler/32/428_2.png) [@dogbutler](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/dogbutler)\ **Post date:** [April 14, 2017, 9:10pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-pass-over-mmp/784159/159 "2017-04-14T21:10:50Z")
I worked, came home, walked Gordie. Making Italian Chicken for dinner. And watching hockey. {{{{ **swampy** and **Mamabear** }}}} ---
**Author:** ![swampbear](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/swampbear/32/467_2.png) [@swampbear](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/swampbear)\ **Post date:** [April 14, 2017, 9:42pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-pass-over-mmp/784159/160 "2017-04-14T21:42:52Z")
I posted this on facebook: The hospital bed, oxygen, wheelchair, and bedside potty for mom were delivered and set up this afternoon. I was shown how everything works and am supposed to show family. Lord have mercy on my family for having to depend on me to teach them. Also thanks be to God for the hospice workers who will probably have to show my family all the things I got wrong. 😃 I went to the country [del]hog trough[/del] buffet and got a go plate with catfish, mac ‘n cheese, pinto beans and corn bread. I’s stuffded! In a little bit I shall put on grownup pants as opposed to the shorts I am currently wearin’ and take myself over to good ol’ St. Mark’s for the Good Friday service. [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-pass-over-mmp/784159.md?page=7) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-pass-over-mmp/784159.md?page=9)