Grownut - no. That would just be cruel.
You could do situps if you prefer. Or coffee-cup ups.
Eggsplorer II: Mission SMORE
NPGC seriously threatening mutiny if error in commendation and insubordination not corrected.
Commander Moxon hereby improves morale all around by sharing a personal slide show of a barn visitor this morning who was stuck in a cardboard tube. Commander Moxon rescued said life form, and was very taken with it, and wanted to keep it. However, she was able to exercise restraint and let it go. Commander Moxon realizes that most people will think she is eccentric (if they didn't already) and crazy for liking said life form, but Commander Moxon likes most life forms, especially small furry ones.
Commander Moxon fed said life form some chicken scratch, since it had probably been stuck in said tube for some time and was hungry. Life form very appreciative. Commander Moxon held a meeting with said life form for about 20 minutes, encouraging it to avoid cardboard tubes on their ends, and sharing some thoughts on the environment.
The efforts of Northern Pacific Ground Control are very much appreciated and Commander Moxon sends them her highest commendations for their continued dedication.
Such a cute little mousie-wousie....
OK, did i read right that they are on day 20? did you know the last three days they should not be turned or candled, or even open the latch, becasue the humidity is so critical? sounds like you have been candling through the "hatch period"?
NPGC only partially mollified by donuts and adorable hirsute life form.
Concern remains regarding incorrect information on permanent record. For the official record: NPCG did not mention SMORES in any form, NPCG does not like SMORES. Moreover it was NPCG and not Lieutenant Harmony that advised on bantams.
Sulking initiated.
Oops. Commander Moxon apologizes for not having consumed her coffee at initiation of morning message.
All discussion of SMORES should have been directed at Private Grownut for causing confectionary confusion. NPCG fully cleared of any and all misleading. Deepest apologies to NPCG.
NPCG is encouraged to try SMORES because they are yummy.
Both NPCG and Lieutenant Harmony advised on bantam eggs and are both thus deserving of much commendation.
Permanent record updated to show full dedication by NPCG and Captain Catscan is now promoted to Major Catscan.
Captain TF - it was candling out of sheer desperation. Commander Moxon is still new at hatching and has irresistible urges. Sorry. But this morning's illegal candling about 5 minutes ago revealed peeping inside millie egg and movement inside silkie egg and 2 EE eggs that are easy to candle. The other 3 EE eggs are difficult to candle. Promise not to open again unless hatch occurs in order to transfer to brooder.
I understood that Commander Moxon initiated SMORE talk with alternative ground support base. SCC suggested reference capable of bad interpretation by incipient lifeforms. NPCG advised, SC seconded on bantams.
How did NPCG get suckered into chocolate/graham cracker/ marshmallow debacle? Not mentioned in notes.
Suggest Raspberry Jam filled Donuts as possibly suitable mollifier.
over.
RJFD mailed by super pigeon post to NPCG. P. Grow does not know how this happened, but she never does
over.
(isn't the over stuff to keep us from cross-posting?)
Raspberry-Jam-Filled Donuts recognized as suitable commendation and active mollifier. Ground staff continues to reject SMORES due to unfortunate camp incident and resulting marshmallow PTD.
Program resumed
YOU GUYS ARE HILARIOUS!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Commander Moxon has now had her coffee and is awake on all levels. NPGC is allowed to reject SMORES per their contract. No marshmallow accidents are desired.
Raspberry filled jam donut shipment initiated. Plus Major Catscan was given a promotion and didn't even acknowledge.
Private Williams. Remember who you are addressing here. We are a fully operational shuttle crew and ground crew. If you wish to be part of the crew, you will have to adopt proper etiquette when addressing crew members. Don't make me assign you to do coffee-cup-ups.
Pipping expected within 24 hours based on peeping noises from inside egg.
the Commander gets that way sometimes near lift-off and starts slinging coffee cup-ups like there's no tomorrow. Suggest Maternity room jitters as probable cause. Really brings out that authority/dominance thing. supposedly due to upbringing in ****the far north**** shhh.
Lieutenant Harmony apoligizes for absence and Did advise on eggs but advised Comander Moxon to candle 3 days after hatch date to see if there was life forms in eggs if said eggs didn't hatch on the assigned date. I have been banding my birds for breeding and lost track of time.
Private Grow was left in charge of SRGP and did a honorable job. Lieutenant Harmony of SRGP back at post Private Grow hows the CF watch I need that report ASAP "SALUTE"
PRIVATE Grownut!!!! That's hatching room, not maternity room. Commander Moxon has no maternal instincts WHATsoever and never will have them, so don't even go there! And the far north upbringing helps me to weather the Iowa winters, which are actually worse than where I grew up.
Commander Moxon candled because she is weak minded and addicted to her eggs.
Lieutenant Harmony recognizes said small life form[its so cute] as a mouse and have defended a couple myself. Will counter act cuteness with a bunny kiss hopeing to throw off CF.
Awww...bunny kisses. Little smoochy woochy bunny wunny....
Eerrr......Commander Moxon here....reporting that mouse is believed to be a white-footed mouse but I am not an expert in rodent identification.
Commander Moxon reports (somewhat shamefully) candling during last hatch every day and during pipping. However, humidity in house is similar to humidity in incubator. In fact, the other day it was higher than humidity in incubator. Go figure.
This is said Bunny that gave the kiss her name is Mary Anne and she will smother the CF with kisses Distracting her from her missions Lieutenant Harmony SRGP "SALUTE"
Private Williams apologizes and asks for a change in disciplinary action. I don;t know if you have seen me after coffee cup ups but I tend to bounce off the post walls. Would prefer soda or sweet tea ups. I am awaiting a ruling from the Commander.
over
Private Williams. Sweet tea ups or soda ups would be a fine substitute, but kiss the bunny first. Mary Anne is now officially the Shuttle Mascot. All crew members should kiss the bunny (wunny).
Ahem. Over.
Commander Moxon I would like to report an awol Private by the name Grow First name Last name Nut She has neglected to report to me with a CF report Waiting on Your Input Lieutenant Harmony :Over: "SALUTE"
Commander was NOT supposed to hear that. It was input as a private aside to Private Williams. The computer is probably STILL searching for the appropriate smiley face.
Ummmerrr.Over. ummmm.
Lt. Harmony, SIR YES SIR, P. Grownut was feeding alternative life-form "Husband" who is under the impression that he IS the mission. No Communications received from CF at this time. Unsure as to how to proceed. Please advise.
Bunny reported as kissed. Slight transfer of veggie bacon stir-fry, not deemed harmful.
Over.
Official Bunny Kiss has been issued with respect. Awaiting further instructions.
Respectfully Private Williams
over
Panther Creek outpost, Private Williams reporting that she is signing off in order to throughly feed 4 small human life forms and tie them to their bed for naps. Will check back with mission control during sleep time.
Over and out!
P Grownut continue feeding said life form: Your report has been excepted and is being processsed threw appropriate Channels. Please Use napkin Before contact with bunny as bunny does not like stir fry. Inform said life form this is a private mission and is to be considered top secret.
Lieutenant Harmony :Over: "SALUTE"
Commander Moxon has collapsed in fit of giggles regarding bunny and stir fry and cannot presently breathe properly.
Private willams out / Private Grownut out / lieutenant Harmony watching soap opera out/
private Williams rushing to the aid of out fallen Commander. I believe CPR may be needed. I can do chest compression if someone wants to volunteer for the mouth part. Private williams is also stressed as one 4 month old human life form refuses the tied to bed procedure and seems to be refusing the whole idea of napping in general.
am going back to commando babysitting.
Sheila
OMG, pass the donuts.
Commander, please do not remove newly hatched chicks to brooder. leave on wire for up to 24 hours. catscan can explain.
over.
out.
Private Grownut passing the buck, having already passed stir-fry once today.
Is Commander resuscitated sufficiently? Avoid stir-fry if at all possible. Mission at risk..
Over.
Commander Moxon reporting, urgent message to ground control. We have a pip! Millie is pipped. Repeat....WE HAVE PIP! Mission is a go despite temperature spike of yesterday morning. Crew rejoicing.
Commander commends Private Williams for quick CPR response. Private you are now Sergeant Williams. Congratulations.
Lieutenant Harmony, be careful with soap operas, they are called that because they wash your brain. Of anything and everything previously found therein.
congratulations commander!
Thank you Private Jordan! I hope your chick is conforming to proper life form behaviour.
Acknowledging promotion to Sergeant Williams and humbly accepting as long as it does not include any added duties.
Williams over and out
Congratulations, Sir.
No extra duties Sgt. Williams, except you are now second in command to General Dusty, who is our medical expert, and since you responded so well with first aid treatment, you are now part of the medical unit.
Thank you Private Grownut. But I'm Ma'am.
LOL, just saw this thread title pop up on latest posts. I nearly peed my pants laughing. How inappropriate would this be?!
"Overwintering hen and chicks in zone 5a in a strawberry pot"
Fortunately, she was talking about succulent plants...