Text 9130, 107 rader
Skriven 2008-06-17 19:54:47 av Carol Shenkenberger (15284.cooks)
   Kommentar till text 9098 av Ruth Haffly (1:396/45.28)
Ärende: TAP classes and leftovers                                [1]
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 >  CS> If there was a way to pay in installemnts, I didnt over hear it.  (I
 >  CS> was trying to be polite but couldnt help hear about it).
 > 
 > I know, those "offices" don't leave much room for privacy.

True.  Best you can do is stand back 2-3 feet.

 >  >  CS> Fine with me!  I'll probably bring my yellow-tan miso with me as I'm
 > 
 >  > OK, I've had a bag of it in my fridge since HI; I think it's the red
 >  > type. I may bring it up and pass it on; it should still be good as it's
 >  > been under refrigeration most of the time I've had it. Second thought is
 > 
 >  CS> If it's pure miso, it should be fine.  Refridgeration is optional with
 >  CS> it.  I normally keep mine in the freezer door but that's just a handy
 > 
 > Then I'll pull mine out and start playing with it. If I use small
 > amounts, it shouldn't affect either Steve's or my blood pressure anyway.
 > 
 >  CS> place to have it.  I think it's funny how it never really freezes.
 > 
 > Something in it that keeps it like that?

Salt maybe?  Not sure really.  I do know it's all organic stuff so whatever
makes it that way, is natural to it.

 >  CS> Can I make a suggestion?  See if Steve can sign you up just yourself
 >  CS> right now.  The Navy class I was in was for all branches (there's
 >  CS> nothing branch specific in TAP but the name may be different for you).
 >  CS>  Spouses are highly encouraged to attend and do not need the military
 >  CS> member with them at the same class.  So, you can go now and later
 >  CS> Steve and you can go again.
 > 
 > Easier said than done at this post. I suspect I'd have to go down to
 > Fort Stewart for most of them and since I don't drive........  I'll keep
 > my eyes open in the post paper to see what I can get here.

If there is a family assistance office, just give them a call and see if you
can hook up with another for a ride.  One of the folks in my class was riding
with another and found the link that way.  If not possible, will have to
wait.

 >  CS> Ours is 4 days long then there are ancillary classes for specific
 >  CS> needs, such as one specific for folks like me who need to pre-file for
 > 
 > I  think but can't say 100% that the Army version is 2 weeks.

The priamry aprt is the VA benefits part.  2 weeks feels too long to me. 
Perhaps ours is shorter because they intend all to attend about 12-14 months
out, then again 2-3 months before terminal leave.

 >  CS> Some of it wont be all that relevant to you, but it wont hurt you to
 >  CS> find out how to do a proper job interview or how to write a resume
 > 
 > Or how to feed the family on a extra low budget until the retirement pay
 > kickes in.  I coud teach that one. (G)

Naw, Navy class doesnt teach that.  They do have a finances section though
taught at lunch break (bring your lunch, extra stuff that hour).

 >  CS> <g>.  They even had a section on how a spouse who hasnt been working
 >  CS> due to constant moves, can do one.
 > 
 > I've been self employed at various places. Not made a bundle of money
 > but it's generally been my hours, whenever I want.

They have a resume section specific to that.  Also how to start a home
business.

(back to food)

 >  >  CS> one in a lite seaweed (fresh kelp) then making a suprise packet
 >  >  CS> riceball.
 > 
 >  > Tuck a bit of hot pepper into it for a real surprise. (G) Remember the
 >  > old Fire Ball candy? How about a meat/rice/fire ball?
 > 
 >  CS> Oh that would be interesting!
 > 
 > I meant using the hot pepper bit as the center, fire ball. That would
 > light up your mouth!

No habaneros for us though!

(picnic)

 >  CS> I imagine Charlotte will be having fun with everyone.  Running around
 >  CS> with the dogs too.
 > 
 > I expect her to fit in, no trouble. She probably has her own tales to
 > tell about your family cooking, especially if Don tried something unusal
 > while you were on one of your cruises.

Might be!  I warn you though, she's missed the 'flock' so much now that she's
uncomfortable if it's mentioned and pretends it never happened.  The school
guidance counselor says to let it be as it's a common reaction when no other
kids around her have a relevant memory and she's a 'singlit'.  She will grow
out of that, but not super fast.

I took to the counselor to ask as it really threw me when she looked blank
when I made a reference to the kids in Japan.  He says it's ok.  For the
moment, she's blocking much of her Japan memories because she misses it.

                  xxcarol
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