Wow! It's almost here! I am so close to sleep that it's not even funny! But since I wake up in a new world everyday...a new year is a breeze!!
I'm planning on this being my best year ever....lots of most's.
Most Happy - Most Profitable - Most Healthy - Most Funny - Most Exciting - Most Creative - Most Festive - Most Imaginative - Most Dreamy - Most Dedicated - Mostest of the Most.
I love you...Happy new year!
b
Friday, December 31, 2010
Thursday, December 30, 2010
O Chickadee, O Chickadee, how funky are your feathers...
I don't know...what do you think?? Should I write songs...that make the whole world sing?? No?? OK.
Holy crap it was windy today! I feel like I have a head full of dirt! It's better than mousse! I can make my hair stand straight out on my head. The winds seem to have let up this evening. The poor birds were hooking their little feet around the stick things on the feeder in order to stay on...and the feeder was swinging back and forth in the wind seriously trying to sling them off...it was pretty funny, actually!
I am not complaining. Our weather is calm compared to everything else going on around the country.
I am relaxing. My feet and legs ache. I got my 'insole-serts' today and they have found their new home(s). I have only walked on them for maybe an hour, so tomorrow will be the test! I'm thinking good thoughts.
I made a necklace but I'm not sure if I like it yet. Then again, it's not for me so somebody else may love it. Usually the things that I make and I like aren't great sellers...but the ones that I think...mmmm, I don't know....sell first. There's no accounting for taste!
It's almost 2011!! The suspense is killing me.
It is so dark outside. And it's only 7. It makes me sleepy.
Well this is interesting. The governor of New Mexico, on his last day in office tomorrow, will announce if he will pardon Billy the Kid. Why not! Too bad Billy will never know. Or maybe he will?
I'm going to take a shower, clog the drain with dirt and read for a while. Have a nice evening.
b
Holy crap it was windy today! I feel like I have a head full of dirt! It's better than mousse! I can make my hair stand straight out on my head. The winds seem to have let up this evening. The poor birds were hooking their little feet around the stick things on the feeder in order to stay on...and the feeder was swinging back and forth in the wind seriously trying to sling them off...it was pretty funny, actually!
I am not complaining. Our weather is calm compared to everything else going on around the country.
I am relaxing. My feet and legs ache. I got my 'insole-serts' today and they have found their new home(s). I have only walked on them for maybe an hour, so tomorrow will be the test! I'm thinking good thoughts.
I made a necklace but I'm not sure if I like it yet. Then again, it's not for me so somebody else may love it. Usually the things that I make and I like aren't great sellers...but the ones that I think...mmmm, I don't know....sell first. There's no accounting for taste!
It's almost 2011!! The suspense is killing me.
It is so dark outside. And it's only 7. It makes me sleepy.
Well this is interesting. The governor of New Mexico, on his last day in office tomorrow, will announce if he will pardon Billy the Kid. Why not! Too bad Billy will never know. Or maybe he will?
I'm going to take a shower, clog the drain with dirt and read for a while. Have a nice evening.
b
Wednesday, December 29, 2010
The long and winding road....leads in a circle.
It was awful today. 'Nough said.
And my feet hurt. Insole-serts will be here tomorrow. My legs hurt, also. I had a cup of Stash Peach tea with a handful of Tylenol when I got home. Then some cheese and an orange. Then some green beans. And a few carrots. I am cleaning out the refrigerator a container at a time. Maybe some nachos later. Diabetic nachos. Which means only a few.
I'm too pooped to craft anything. I thought...get that?...only thought...about making some necklaces tonight. I have some great beads and I felt like making something earlier...as in before I went to work this morning. I am not even going to attempt anything tonight cuz I think I'd mess it up. Too tired. Next week is another extremely slow week here and I plan on spending a few days working on my own stuff. I am cutting antlers...without fail. I had a request for a replacement piece...and I also need to send out a few samples to entice some buyers and solicit some orders.
I finally found a book on Amazon with super cute crocheted baby hats! They are adorable! I'd like to make up some for the photographer I met at the Christmas craft show. I also think I will plan on making some camo hats for boys next year. I pretty much had all ladies hats, if you take the colors into consideration, and maybe a couple that were unisex....but I hadn't concentrated on kids stuff. Camo...and even pink camo would be pretty good sellers. But first...baby hats.
Husband got some snacks today for New Year's Eve. Tasty!! I'll be asleep before the crack of 11...so we'll eat early!
Either my glasses or too tight...or my head is getting fat. I hate to stretch them...I'm a chronic 'breaker'. Not a good thing. Oh...and I forgot to tell you, my vision is enormously improved!! I am ecstatic! Only need glass to read now. Yippee!!
Practical Magic is on. It's a cute movie.
I think I'll make a fruit salad. That sounds good.
I suppose I'll close and watch the movie. Husband is catching a few ZZZZ's or we would be watching some stupid shooting show on The Outdoor Channel. He can see the reruns later this evening. They are all reruns anyway....but I'll take advantage of my movie time! Have a great evening!
b
And my feet hurt. Insole-serts will be here tomorrow. My legs hurt, also. I had a cup of Stash Peach tea with a handful of Tylenol when I got home. Then some cheese and an orange. Then some green beans. And a few carrots. I am cleaning out the refrigerator a container at a time. Maybe some nachos later. Diabetic nachos. Which means only a few.
I'm too pooped to craft anything. I thought...get that?...only thought...about making some necklaces tonight. I have some great beads and I felt like making something earlier...as in before I went to work this morning. I am not even going to attempt anything tonight cuz I think I'd mess it up. Too tired. Next week is another extremely slow week here and I plan on spending a few days working on my own stuff. I am cutting antlers...without fail. I had a request for a replacement piece...and I also need to send out a few samples to entice some buyers and solicit some orders.
I finally found a book on Amazon with super cute crocheted baby hats! They are adorable! I'd like to make up some for the photographer I met at the Christmas craft show. I also think I will plan on making some camo hats for boys next year. I pretty much had all ladies hats, if you take the colors into consideration, and maybe a couple that were unisex....but I hadn't concentrated on kids stuff. Camo...and even pink camo would be pretty good sellers. But first...baby hats.
Husband got some snacks today for New Year's Eve. Tasty!! I'll be asleep before the crack of 11...so we'll eat early!
Either my glasses or too tight...or my head is getting fat. I hate to stretch them...I'm a chronic 'breaker'. Not a good thing. Oh...and I forgot to tell you, my vision is enormously improved!! I am ecstatic! Only need glass to read now. Yippee!!
Practical Magic is on. It's a cute movie.
I think I'll make a fruit salad. That sounds good.
I suppose I'll close and watch the movie. Husband is catching a few ZZZZ's or we would be watching some stupid shooting show on The Outdoor Channel. He can see the reruns later this evening. They are all reruns anyway....but I'll take advantage of my movie time! Have a great evening!
b
Tuesday, December 28, 2010
Medical update!
Well guess what! I got a telephone call from my personal physician, Dr. Livingston. And I don't presume...I know! He expressed immense concern over my dibilitating foot condition. Realizing the extreme urgency he gave me, at a premium price I might add, professional advice. Rather than turn me over to his now retired predecessor, Dr. Feelgood, which may have been interesting, he decided to handle my sit-che-a-shun personally.Heeding his advice, I, without hesitation, went directly to the Amazongeemyf**kingfootiskilligme.com site and ordered some Dr. Scholl's inserts. Dr. Scholl's Tri-Comfort Orthotics Inserts to be exact. I will let you know how they work. Dr. L did say that he generally bought his shoes 1/2 size larger to accommodate the insert...but It's a little late for me for that, so I may have to put them in and dremel away anything that just don't fit! I can also remove the inner sole that is already there (in the shoe...not on my actual foot!) Further, I was pleased to hear that likes New Balance shoes as well! Great minds think alike...........
Periodically, the owners here at the Lodge will swap out a room in exchange for services or products. Today the 'products' was fruit. An enormous box of fruit - oranges, pears, apples, tangerines, pineapple - and I brought some home. The oranges are amazing! These folks have brought fruit before that wasn't so great, but this time it is exceptional. Yummy!!
Tom is driving me nuts. He wants something and I don't know what it is. I know what it isn't. An orange. He showed no interest in it. So he can sit here and look at me till he falls over. I am very comfortable and ain't moving.
No, I didn't go to old lady day at Beall's today. It was too busy here. And tomorrow is miserable. I'll wait until next week. It's not an urgent thing anyway.
Husband is making menudo. He has to go cut up pig's feet in a minute. No, we don't eat soup like normal people. We eat guts and feet with hominy. Yu-u-u-u-m-m-m-m-y! I actually like it. Let me put it to you this way...I like the way Husband makes it. I would never order it anywhere.
One of the guests here is a rock hunter and has a million buckets in his/her room for specimens. They go out everyday to hunt and haul back tons, literally, of agate. Well, they have a scale in their room and I couldn't resist stepping on it today. I lost a pound. That's not good. I think I need a couple of sandwiches. I did eat one for lunch. Cheese. Very tasty. I felt funky and really needed it. I worked too hard....not too hard., I think, as much as too fast. I just wanted to get out of here. I got pretty shaky and ate some candy while I made the sandwich. It took about 20 minutes to calm myself down. I won't do that again. And I didn't feel it coming on. Scary.
We are patiently waiting to see if they find the lost 'AX Man" We never watch this show...but the suspense is killing us. But first...they have to blow up a giant log. Now it's bubblin'! Hot diggity dang dog...this is truly excitin'!! Oh-oh...now it's back to finding missing logger, Van Hoffman. They have lost his trail and are screaming out 'Van'. Makes sense....if they screamed out 'Bob' it just wouldn't make sense, now would it! Maybe Van would scream back..."I ain't Bob! I'm Van! Is Bob missin' too??'
Now they think he might have a broken leg...or had a heart attack...maybe he's walking home cuz he's sick of everybody's shit? I would be. He's been missing 38 hours...and there are 2 minutes left of this show...crap! The plot thickens. Son of a Bitch!!! The search contnues...NEXT WEEK!!!
Now Modern Marvels is on. It's all about aluminum. I need to read. Oh wait! Beer cans!! Cool....
OK...now I must read. I am full of fruit and I'm sure my blood sugar is soaring as we speak. Calm down...I checked it first! It was OK for me to eat grapefruit segments. Maybe not as many as I did...but I am happy now.
I'll see you tomorrow. Sleep well!
b
Periodically, the owners here at the Lodge will swap out a room in exchange for services or products. Today the 'products' was fruit. An enormous box of fruit - oranges, pears, apples, tangerines, pineapple - and I brought some home. The oranges are amazing! These folks have brought fruit before that wasn't so great, but this time it is exceptional. Yummy!!
Tom is driving me nuts. He wants something and I don't know what it is. I know what it isn't. An orange. He showed no interest in it. So he can sit here and look at me till he falls over. I am very comfortable and ain't moving.
No, I didn't go to old lady day at Beall's today. It was too busy here. And tomorrow is miserable. I'll wait until next week. It's not an urgent thing anyway.
Husband is making menudo. He has to go cut up pig's feet in a minute. No, we don't eat soup like normal people. We eat guts and feet with hominy. Yu-u-u-u-m-m-m-m-y! I actually like it. Let me put it to you this way...I like the way Husband makes it. I would never order it anywhere.
One of the guests here is a rock hunter and has a million buckets in his/her room for specimens. They go out everyday to hunt and haul back tons, literally, of agate. Well, they have a scale in their room and I couldn't resist stepping on it today. I lost a pound. That's not good. I think I need a couple of sandwiches. I did eat one for lunch. Cheese. Very tasty. I felt funky and really needed it. I worked too hard....not too hard., I think, as much as too fast. I just wanted to get out of here. I got pretty shaky and ate some candy while I made the sandwich. It took about 20 minutes to calm myself down. I won't do that again. And I didn't feel it coming on. Scary.
We are patiently waiting to see if they find the lost 'AX Man" We never watch this show...but the suspense is killing us. But first...they have to blow up a giant log. Now it's bubblin'! Hot diggity dang dog...this is truly excitin'!! Oh-oh...now it's back to finding missing logger, Van Hoffman. They have lost his trail and are screaming out 'Van'. Makes sense....if they screamed out 'Bob' it just wouldn't make sense, now would it! Maybe Van would scream back..."I ain't Bob! I'm Van! Is Bob missin' too??'
Now they think he might have a broken leg...or had a heart attack...maybe he's walking home cuz he's sick of everybody's shit? I would be. He's been missing 38 hours...and there are 2 minutes left of this show...crap! The plot thickens. Son of a Bitch!!! The search contnues...NEXT WEEK!!!
Now Modern Marvels is on. It's all about aluminum. I need to read. Oh wait! Beer cans!! Cool....
OK...now I must read. I am full of fruit and I'm sure my blood sugar is soaring as we speak. Calm down...I checked it first! It was OK for me to eat grapefruit segments. Maybe not as many as I did...but I am happy now.
I'll see you tomorrow. Sleep well!
b
Monday, December 27, 2010
I need some arch supports
I really hate to wear my new shoes out. I have some perfectly good (new) tennis shoes in the closet but they hurt my feet. Brilliant idea - arch supports! But there are so many! I am leaning towards the Dr. Scholl's Gel Inserts. I want exactly what is in the New Balance shoes I got. They are extremely comfortable.
It was a frightful day today. Busy and I hated it. Not so bad tomorrow. I want to be done early. I have important things to do.
I decided to read last night. That 'Knitting Club' book.
I am drinking some Chai Tea tonight. It's very good. One of our friends sent us some pistachio, pine nut biscotti cookies with dark chocolate on top. I am going to have a bite tonight. I am not a pine nut person, but I do love pistachios. I used to make biscotti a lot. A chocolate macadamia nut with white chocolate chips was a favorite. It's a little time consuming, but worth the effort. I used to bake a lot.
Can you believe how fast this year has gone? I am humbled.
Tom and Husband are eating celery and pimento cheese. They love it. I prefer Maine Potato Candy. I like cabbage rolls. I think Husband should make some.
I got a $10 in store check from Beall's today. Tomorrow is old lady day and there are additional coupons on line. I should make a plan.
We are watching Band of Brothers. I like this series. I only dislike the episode with the POW camp. It is painful to watch.
I s'pose I'll go read a bit. And warm up my tea. I had a little nap earlier...not much of one, but I am not bobble headed drowsy yet. Once I start reading I will be. See you tomorrow!
b
It was a frightful day today. Busy and I hated it. Not so bad tomorrow. I want to be done early. I have important things to do.
I decided to read last night. That 'Knitting Club' book.
I am drinking some Chai Tea tonight. It's very good. One of our friends sent us some pistachio, pine nut biscotti cookies with dark chocolate on top. I am going to have a bite tonight. I am not a pine nut person, but I do love pistachios. I used to make biscotti a lot. A chocolate macadamia nut with white chocolate chips was a favorite. It's a little time consuming, but worth the effort. I used to bake a lot.
Can you believe how fast this year has gone? I am humbled.
Tom and Husband are eating celery and pimento cheese. They love it. I prefer Maine Potato Candy. I like cabbage rolls. I think Husband should make some.
I got a $10 in store check from Beall's today. Tomorrow is old lady day and there are additional coupons on line. I should make a plan.
We are watching Band of Brothers. I like this series. I only dislike the episode with the POW camp. It is painful to watch.
I s'pose I'll go read a bit. And warm up my tea. I had a little nap earlier...not much of one, but I am not bobble headed drowsy yet. Once I start reading I will be. See you tomorrow!
b
Sunday, December 26, 2010
Happy Kwanza!! And Boxing Day in Canada!!
Oh my God...another holiday! Can you believe it!! And I am the consummate celebrate-or! Break out the booze...and have a ball...is that all...there is................................................yep!
Didn't feel so good this afternoon. I thought I might be catching Husband germs...but I took a nap fortified with Tylenol Night Time Severe Cough Due to Cold Congestion Headache Runny Nose Pain Relief Blue Striped Capsules and I feel much better. I am drinking hot Stash Peach tea which is quite tasty and relaxing. The sad part? I didn't exert myself at all today!
I ate leftovers for supper minus the cake. It's not that I don't want any...cuz I DO...but I will not press my luck. I may have some popcorn later. Or not. It depends on my blood sugar.
After my Tylenol induced nap I cleaned a couple of craft drawers. Lots of stuff that I didn't need went in the trash and made room for more highly desirable items of interest and functionality. Yeah, right.
I hope something is on TV later. Something that I haven't seen in the past 10 days. I finished my book but am reluctant to start another. I need to do other things. But I'll cave. I have no will power. I do have a book that I started several months ago, The Friday Night Knitting Club, that I could finish. I even remember what was going on when I stopped reading it. That's a good idea. I should finish that one.
Did I ever tell you what Tom got for Christmas? It's a pad
to sleep on...that works with his own body heat...to generate
heat! He absolutely loves it! I am so glad. His old bones
have to hurt and he will lay where Husband has his heating
pad for his back and sleep for hours. I didn't think it was a
smart idea to get something that plugged it (!) and then I
found this one. It's the best gift ever got him. He told me
so. Nothing better than a happy 19-1/2 year old cat.
I'll try to post both photos of Tom. The above was after a
little too much celebrating. And the one next to this writing is
him on his mat. He was sleeping earlier, but this is the photo
that I got...he is obviously disgusted that I disturbed him. Tough.
Oh Joy. Independence Day is on. Again and again and again.
I have to stop for a while. Tom doesn't have diabetes so he still eats a little yogurt at night. I am a good mama. And I think he is about to pass out from hunger...so I must do my motherly duty.
Have a wonderful evening...
b
Didn't feel so good this afternoon. I thought I might be catching Husband germs...but I took a nap fortified with Tylenol Night Time Severe Cough Due to Cold Congestion Headache Runny Nose Pain Relief Blue Striped Capsules and I feel much better. I am drinking hot Stash Peach tea which is quite tasty and relaxing. The sad part? I didn't exert myself at all today!
I ate leftovers for supper minus the cake. It's not that I don't want any...cuz I DO...but I will not press my luck. I may have some popcorn later. Or not. It depends on my blood sugar.
After my Tylenol induced nap I cleaned a couple of craft drawers. Lots of stuff that I didn't need went in the trash and made room for more highly desirable items of interest and functionality. Yeah, right.
I hope something is on TV later. Something that I haven't seen in the past 10 days. I finished my book but am reluctant to start another. I need to do other things. But I'll cave. I have no will power. I do have a book that I started several months ago, The Friday Night Knitting Club, that I could finish. I even remember what was going on when I stopped reading it. That's a good idea. I should finish that one.
to sleep on...that works with his own body heat...to generate
heat! He absolutely loves it! I am so glad. His old bones
have to hurt and he will lay where Husband has his heating
pad for his back and sleep for hours. I didn't think it was a
smart idea to get something that plugged it (!) and then I
found this one. It's the best gift ever got him. He told me
so. Nothing better than a happy 19-1/2 year old cat.
little too much celebrating. And the one next to this writing is
him on his mat. He was sleeping earlier, but this is the photo
that I got...he is obviously disgusted that I disturbed him. Tough.
Oh Joy. Independence Day is on. Again and again and again.
I have to stop for a while. Tom doesn't have diabetes so he still eats a little yogurt at night. I am a good mama. And I think he is about to pass out from hunger...so I must do my motherly duty.
Have a wonderful evening...
b
Saturday, December 25, 2010
We wish you a Merry Christmas!!!
Husband, Tom and I wish you a very Merry Christmas and the best year ever to come!
Remember when we all wondered about moving into the year 2000?? Would all of the computers on the planet freeze...should we run to the bank and take all of our money out...in case? I remember that I found, in a pawn shop, on December 31, 1999...Prince's cassette tape...Tonight We're Gonna Party Like It's 1999. Who'd a thought. So now we're gonna party like it 2011.
I had a wonderful Christmas. Husband cooked like a champ (as always) Prime Rib with his famous horseradish sauce, fresh green beans with ham and red onions, carrots with maple syrup (decadent), sausage cornbread dressing, roasted garlic potatoes, garlic bread...superb. Our friends, Mary Ann and Paul brought an Italian Cream Cake. Holy Moses and Mary...it was sinful! And I ate some! I told BFFMS earlier that I should be in a coma!
BFFMS made me something extremely thoughtful...her homemade Maine Potato Candy! It is melt in your mouth...Here's the funny part...she's my biggest supporter and encourager of staying on a healthy eating plan!!! MAINE POTATO CANDY!!! She loves me!! I love the irony!!!
Today...she is my enabler....don't worry!! I'll dole it out (to me) in healthy portions! Dark chocolate is good for me.
The weather was cool and crisp and wonderfully sunny. There was definitely frost on the pumpkin this morning. My family has mucho inches of snow on their pumpkins! And more to come I fear. Tonight will be a 'mdnight clear'. Some folks who are staying here with their children were putting a telescope together this morning. They should have a blast tonight.
Here's a Christmas story. When I was 14, I got a Bulova wristwatch for Christmas. I knew I was getting it...because I found it in the hamper where my grandmother hid it. I found it around Thanksgiving by sheer accident...honest! It was her fault because she told me to get some embroidered pillowcases out of hamper! My heart skipped a beat. It was beautiful and I had wanted a watch forever. And no...we didn't use the hamper as a real hamper, like ordinary folks...it was where she stored some sheet and pillowcases.
I didn't tell her I saw it, of course...but I did keep checking every day to make sure it was still there. And it was. Right up until 2 days before Christmas. I figured she must have decided it had been expertly secreted away all that time, and finally took it out and wrapped it. I never looked again. Why bother!
Christmas morning came and we opened gifts...all of them. But no watch. I was puzzled. In more ways than on. Let's see...how do I say...'Where's the beautiful watch that I have wanted forever that has been hidden in the hamper since Thanksgiving?' without sounding like a selfish asshole?? I kept looking under the tree...in the tree...behind the tree...in the hamper (what did I have to loose!) Nothing! I was freaked. And frustrated.
We went on with our day. Off to Aunt Elsie's, Aunt Rosetta's, Aunt Betty's, Cousin Jean's, Cousin Nancy's...we made the rounds. Our family tradition was to go to everyone's homes and look at all of their gifts. That's what we did. It was a wonderful day...of course! But I still couldn't figure that watch sit-che-a-shun out.
After a long and happy day, we got home and reflected on how lucky we were. I truly have an amazing family and when I think about my childhood...I smile and laugh out loud. What more could anyone ask for.
It was late and time to go to bed. I went into my room and there on my pillow was a beautifully wrapped package. Big enough to hold a Bulova watch that would thrill any young girl who had wanted one forever.
The card attached said...
'I knew when you found this a month ago that you couldn't stop looking at it but It was worth watching you all day today wondering where it was! With all my love, Mama'
She was a sly one, she was. It makes me cry right this very minute.
Star Wars is on. Oh happy day. I must finish my book tonight. I only have maybe 10 pages left, but I couldn't keep my eyes open last night. I've only been reading this one for 2 months!
Good night. I'll be back tomorrow.
b
Remember when we all wondered about moving into the year 2000?? Would all of the computers on the planet freeze...should we run to the bank and take all of our money out...in case? I remember that I found, in a pawn shop, on December 31, 1999...Prince's cassette tape...Tonight We're Gonna Party Like It's 1999. Who'd a thought. So now we're gonna party like it 2011.
I had a wonderful Christmas. Husband cooked like a champ (as always) Prime Rib with his famous horseradish sauce, fresh green beans with ham and red onions, carrots with maple syrup (decadent), sausage cornbread dressing, roasted garlic potatoes, garlic bread...superb. Our friends, Mary Ann and Paul brought an Italian Cream Cake. Holy Moses and Mary...it was sinful! And I ate some! I told BFFMS earlier that I should be in a coma!
BFFMS made me something extremely thoughtful...her homemade Maine Potato Candy! It is melt in your mouth...Here's the funny part...she's my biggest supporter and encourager of staying on a healthy eating plan!!! MAINE POTATO CANDY!!! She loves me!! I love the irony!!!
Today...she is my enabler....don't worry!! I'll dole it out (to me) in healthy portions! Dark chocolate is good for me.
The weather was cool and crisp and wonderfully sunny. There was definitely frost on the pumpkin this morning. My family has mucho inches of snow on their pumpkins! And more to come I fear. Tonight will be a 'mdnight clear'. Some folks who are staying here with their children were putting a telescope together this morning. They should have a blast tonight.
Here's a Christmas story. When I was 14, I got a Bulova wristwatch for Christmas. I knew I was getting it...because I found it in the hamper where my grandmother hid it. I found it around Thanksgiving by sheer accident...honest! It was her fault because she told me to get some embroidered pillowcases out of hamper! My heart skipped a beat. It was beautiful and I had wanted a watch forever. And no...we didn't use the hamper as a real hamper, like ordinary folks...it was where she stored some sheet and pillowcases.
I didn't tell her I saw it, of course...but I did keep checking every day to make sure it was still there. And it was. Right up until 2 days before Christmas. I figured she must have decided it had been expertly secreted away all that time, and finally took it out and wrapped it. I never looked again. Why bother!
Christmas morning came and we opened gifts...all of them. But no watch. I was puzzled. In more ways than on. Let's see...how do I say...'Where's the beautiful watch that I have wanted forever that has been hidden in the hamper since Thanksgiving?' without sounding like a selfish asshole?? I kept looking under the tree...in the tree...behind the tree...in the hamper (what did I have to loose!) Nothing! I was freaked. And frustrated.
We went on with our day. Off to Aunt Elsie's, Aunt Rosetta's, Aunt Betty's, Cousin Jean's, Cousin Nancy's...we made the rounds. Our family tradition was to go to everyone's homes and look at all of their gifts. That's what we did. It was a wonderful day...of course! But I still couldn't figure that watch sit-che-a-shun out.
After a long and happy day, we got home and reflected on how lucky we were. I truly have an amazing family and when I think about my childhood...I smile and laugh out loud. What more could anyone ask for.
It was late and time to go to bed. I went into my room and there on my pillow was a beautifully wrapped package. Big enough to hold a Bulova watch that would thrill any young girl who had wanted one forever.
The card attached said...
'I knew when you found this a month ago that you couldn't stop looking at it but It was worth watching you all day today wondering where it was! With all my love, Mama'
She was a sly one, she was. It makes me cry right this very minute.
Star Wars is on. Oh happy day. I must finish my book tonight. I only have maybe 10 pages left, but I couldn't keep my eyes open last night. I've only been reading this one for 2 months!
Good night. I'll be back tomorrow.
b
Friday, December 24, 2010
Have your self a Merry Little Christmas Eve........
Santa is almost here!! Tom is beside himself!! He is watching out the window as we speak. To be honest...I think he'd take anything from a bearded fat man. I know I would!
Here's what a pathetic friend I am. BFFMS came over today. Her gift came in the mail this morning (thank God! It was supposed to be here on the 22nd) and was still in the box sitting on the dryer. When I was done at work, she came over to the room and I asked her if she would carry the box for me. She's so sweet...she said sure! When we got to the room, I got out some paper and wrapped it up. And tied my famous 'yarn bow' around it.
She said, 'What's that?'
I said, 'None of your business. Merry Christmas!'
Now wasn't that festive! I thought so. I was going to put it in a Christmas box and make it prettier, but since she was standing there...I wrapped it in it's shipping box. Ingenious.
Merry Christmas Sara!
Husband came home and he feels like shit. Yesterday he thought he had an allergy. But today he has a fever and is sick. He had lots of stuff already prepared for his meals so I can handle everything else. And I thought I only had to put carrots in a crock pot.
We are now watching American Eats on the History Channel. It's all about holiday food...cranberries, turkeys, hams, etc. Americans eat a half a billion turkeys a year. Fact.
I am ready to sleep. I am tired again today. I think I'll even wait to take a shower until tomorrow after I am done with cooking stuff.
Have a wonderful Christmas Day...we are all blessed.
b
Here's what a pathetic friend I am. BFFMS came over today. Her gift came in the mail this morning (thank God! It was supposed to be here on the 22nd) and was still in the box sitting on the dryer. When I was done at work, she came over to the room and I asked her if she would carry the box for me. She's so sweet...she said sure! When we got to the room, I got out some paper and wrapped it up. And tied my famous 'yarn bow' around it.
She said, 'What's that?'
I said, 'None of your business. Merry Christmas!'
Now wasn't that festive! I thought so. I was going to put it in a Christmas box and make it prettier, but since she was standing there...I wrapped it in it's shipping box. Ingenious.
Merry Christmas Sara!
Husband came home and he feels like shit. Yesterday he thought he had an allergy. But today he has a fever and is sick. He had lots of stuff already prepared for his meals so I can handle everything else. And I thought I only had to put carrots in a crock pot.
We are now watching American Eats on the History Channel. It's all about holiday food...cranberries, turkeys, hams, etc. Americans eat a half a billion turkeys a year. Fact.
I am ready to sleep. I am tired again today. I think I'll even wait to take a shower until tomorrow after I am done with cooking stuff.
Have a wonderful Christmas Day...we are all blessed.
b
Thursday, December 23, 2010
I could get used to this
There was n-o-t-h-i-n-g today. Zero. Nada. Zip. I loved it!! I got up...ate cereal...went to the office...saw there was nothing to do...put a load of clothes in to wash...put them in to dry...folded them...went home...fell asleep while I watched Las Vegas...woke up and watched The Closer...Husband got up and we went to the grocery store...went to Harry's and had a glass of wine...talked to people I haven't seen in while (because I am not a Harry's regular)...came home and friends followed us to visit for a while...and am now watching Police Women of Dallas and typing this blog. TA DA!! It was a sort of no brainer day, but I am very tired tonight. My blood sugar has been low all day. That probably has something to do with it. I know there is stuff to do tomorrow but I don't think I am going to do any of it. If the girls come in and I'm sure they will...they can handle whatever there is.
I am waiting for a package from UPS. It was supposed to be here on the 22nd. I checked out the tracking info and it is supposedly in Mesquite, Texas. It best be here in Alpine, Texas tomorrow! If not, I'll be kicking some UPS Santa's ass....
It was another beautiful day. Sorry if I keep repeating myself...but I speak the truth. It's going to cool down a little over the next few days. But will still be lovely.
Tom is patiently waiting for Santa. He knows he has a stocking with a gift and is so excited! I would love to tell you what I got him, but he may read this later and it would totally ruin the surprise. I'll take a picture on Christmas....
I got some new shoes. I like them...but I'm not used to them yet. I've only worn them 2 days. I had those Reebok's that are supposed to be good for your butt and legs...I forgot what you call them and I have worn them for almost a year! That is phenomenal for me....I am really hard on shoes. Primarily because I am on my feet all day and walking constantly. And they were definitely showing signs of wear. (I could feel the pavement) So I got some New Balance tennis shoes. They have a great insole/arch support and are leather uppers with no holes in them or mesh on top. I wouldn't ordinarily care, but a closed in shoe is much warmer!!
It's almost 9:30 and I think I shall take a shower and relax. I planned on doing a few things this evening but instead I smiled nicely and visited. So I am tired. See you tomorrow...
b
I am waiting for a package from UPS. It was supposed to be here on the 22nd. I checked out the tracking info and it is supposedly in Mesquite, Texas. It best be here in Alpine, Texas tomorrow! If not, I'll be kicking some UPS Santa's ass....
It was another beautiful day. Sorry if I keep repeating myself...but I speak the truth. It's going to cool down a little over the next few days. But will still be lovely.
Tom is patiently waiting for Santa. He knows he has a stocking with a gift and is so excited! I would love to tell you what I got him, but he may read this later and it would totally ruin the surprise. I'll take a picture on Christmas....
I got some new shoes. I like them...but I'm not used to them yet. I've only worn them 2 days. I had those Reebok's that are supposed to be good for your butt and legs...I forgot what you call them and I have worn them for almost a year! That is phenomenal for me....I am really hard on shoes. Primarily because I am on my feet all day and walking constantly. And they were definitely showing signs of wear. (I could feel the pavement) So I got some New Balance tennis shoes. They have a great insole/arch support and are leather uppers with no holes in them or mesh on top. I wouldn't ordinarily care, but a closed in shoe is much warmer!!
It's almost 9:30 and I think I shall take a shower and relax. I planned on doing a few things this evening but instead I smiled nicely and visited. So I am tired. See you tomorrow...
b
Tuesday, December 21, 2010
Pretty moon
Husband woke me up at 1:41 to see the moon. It was beautiful. Big and orange....well worth getting up for.
As of last night at 9:00, I was not going to work today. This morning at 9:00...I went to work. Dorina, who has 4 children had one sick on Sunday and Monday...and 2 sick today. So she wasn't able to come in. Bobbie asked if I could help Raven. If not, she would come in but that meant bringing both of Raven's boys which wasn't necessary so I helped Raven. We got done pretty fast. I was another of those days were we had more people here than we expected. It's OK....today/tonight made up for it. There is NOBODY here tonight! I am definitely off tomorrow (DR appt) and might take Thursday too, since I had to work today.
I finished my book. I seriously tried to last night but I just couldn't stay awake. But I got it done this evening. Then we watched 'Christmas With the Kranks'. I like that movie. It's based on the book, Skipping Christmas, by....of all people...John Grisham. It's pretty cute. Jamie Lee Curtis and Tim Allen are in it.
Now we are watching 'Comes a Horseman' with Jane Fonda and James Caan. I'll be asleep before it's over. After all...I'm worn out from reading!
I didn't take a shower tonight and it looks it. I'd rather deal with it in the morning. I just don't feel like getting wet.
I had to go over and flip the switch for the internet. Normally I wouldn't do it. I'd just bitch about it...but I want to look a few things up tonight. It's already 11:30 so I'll do it pretty quick. I have just been so lazy lately. I think about funny things to say all day and when I sit down to write...BLANK.
We made out a grocery list for Christmas dinner. It's short and sweet. I would be happy with a sandwich. I told you I had no holiday spirit. I'm lucky I have Husband, my personal chef. It will be a prime rib meal. And I will love it. I want a pie that I can eat guilt free. I think it will have lemon in it.
I need underwear. I just thought I'd share that with you.
Husband is in the kitchen making Marinara sauce. It's only midnight. Doesn't everybody make Marinara sauce at midnight. It will smell good in here all night.
I am going to sleep now. Forget looking things up.Looking forward to a relaxing day tomorrow. Nite!
b
As of last night at 9:00, I was not going to work today. This morning at 9:00...I went to work. Dorina, who has 4 children had one sick on Sunday and Monday...and 2 sick today. So she wasn't able to come in. Bobbie asked if I could help Raven. If not, she would come in but that meant bringing both of Raven's boys which wasn't necessary so I helped Raven. We got done pretty fast. I was another of those days were we had more people here than we expected. It's OK....today/tonight made up for it. There is NOBODY here tonight! I am definitely off tomorrow (DR appt) and might take Thursday too, since I had to work today.
I finished my book. I seriously tried to last night but I just couldn't stay awake. But I got it done this evening. Then we watched 'Christmas With the Kranks'. I like that movie. It's based on the book, Skipping Christmas, by....of all people...John Grisham. It's pretty cute. Jamie Lee Curtis and Tim Allen are in it.
Now we are watching 'Comes a Horseman' with Jane Fonda and James Caan. I'll be asleep before it's over. After all...I'm worn out from reading!
I didn't take a shower tonight and it looks it. I'd rather deal with it in the morning. I just don't feel like getting wet.
I had to go over and flip the switch for the internet. Normally I wouldn't do it. I'd just bitch about it...but I want to look a few things up tonight. It's already 11:30 so I'll do it pretty quick. I have just been so lazy lately. I think about funny things to say all day and when I sit down to write...BLANK.
We made out a grocery list for Christmas dinner. It's short and sweet. I would be happy with a sandwich. I told you I had no holiday spirit. I'm lucky I have Husband, my personal chef. It will be a prime rib meal. And I will love it. I want a pie that I can eat guilt free. I think it will have lemon in it.
I need underwear. I just thought I'd share that with you.
Husband is in the kitchen making Marinara sauce. It's only midnight. Doesn't everybody make Marinara sauce at midnight. It will smell good in here all night.
I am going to sleep now. Forget looking things up.Looking forward to a relaxing day tomorrow. Nite!
b
Monday, December 20, 2010
Fly me to the Moon-er eclipse...
I hope I can stay awake tonight to see the eclipse. According to all reports I've seen on line...it's supposed to be beautiful. Right this minute, the moon is huge and amazing...
A busier day that we expected. And no DR appointment today. It was postponed until Wednesday. I was fine with that...we had a ton of stuff to do anyway. So I will go on Wednesday and get the verdict.
I came home and took a nap. An hour and a half nap...I think I really needed it. I was so tired last night that I couldn't even think of anything to write...much less actually type it out. And that carried over to today. I may be off tomorrow, but won't know for sure until in the morning. Both girls need to work, but they each have a sick child, so Bobbie and I are playing it by ear. I don't mind working, sort of, but will want a couple days off this week. I don't care which ones they are.
Driving Miss Daisy is on.....again. And nothing else. Well, there's a movie called Baby Doll which I have never seen (on TCM) with Karl Malden, Carrol Baker and Eli Wallach. It might be good. Maybe.
There is a cooking show on, Healthy Decadence with Devin Alexander...she is making a trifle with angel food cake, thawed frozen strawberries and fat free Cool Whip. It looks very good...but I seriously think I would go for the gusto with real Cool Whip. And I could eat a big bowl of it right now. The Cool Whip or the trifle...doesn't matter.
It was so nice out today. The wind gusted a few times but the temperature was in the high 70's. I believe it's supposed to be that way again tomorrow. Record highs.
Holy crap...I almost lost this blog. I have no idea what button I hit but suddenly it was gone. At least the draft was saved this time. I have quite a few things to catch up with online. I lost internet service...again...last night and through this morning as well as the night before. I have said it a million times but I need to have an alternate option for service. It's so frustrating when you are working...take a break and then it's not there. And I loose my ambition. Like I am now.....
I just made some tea and I think I'll read for a while. It may put me to sleep again....but that might be OK. See you later...
b
A busier day that we expected. And no DR appointment today. It was postponed until Wednesday. I was fine with that...we had a ton of stuff to do anyway. So I will go on Wednesday and get the verdict.
I came home and took a nap. An hour and a half nap...I think I really needed it. I was so tired last night that I couldn't even think of anything to write...much less actually type it out. And that carried over to today. I may be off tomorrow, but won't know for sure until in the morning. Both girls need to work, but they each have a sick child, so Bobbie and I are playing it by ear. I don't mind working, sort of, but will want a couple days off this week. I don't care which ones they are.
Driving Miss Daisy is on.....again. And nothing else. Well, there's a movie called Baby Doll which I have never seen (on TCM) with Karl Malden, Carrol Baker and Eli Wallach. It might be good. Maybe.
There is a cooking show on, Healthy Decadence with Devin Alexander...she is making a trifle with angel food cake, thawed frozen strawberries and fat free Cool Whip. It looks very good...but I seriously think I would go for the gusto with real Cool Whip. And I could eat a big bowl of it right now. The Cool Whip or the trifle...doesn't matter.
It was so nice out today. The wind gusted a few times but the temperature was in the high 70's. I believe it's supposed to be that way again tomorrow. Record highs.
Holy crap...I almost lost this blog. I have no idea what button I hit but suddenly it was gone. At least the draft was saved this time. I have quite a few things to catch up with online. I lost internet service...again...last night and through this morning as well as the night before. I have said it a million times but I need to have an alternate option for service. It's so frustrating when you are working...take a break and then it's not there. And I loose my ambition. Like I am now.....
I just made some tea and I think I'll read for a while. It may put me to sleep again....but that might be OK. See you later...
b
Sunday, December 19, 2010
Day is done...gone the sun
And a long day it was. Right this minute I don't even want to take a shower. I am comfortable just sitting here. I am full. Mary Ann and Paul come over and brought steaks to grill. Husband cooked them up and I ate like it was my last meal. It was very good and I think I really needed red meat! Weird, huh? Now I am having a cup of tea and relaxing.
Tom is sitting here with me...chillin'
I have managed to get a couple of boxes ready to mail. My vision is not great tonight so I am crafting nothing. And I may not read later. I am enjoying this book, though. I think if I even start to read...I will fall asleep.
I have a DR appointment tomorrow afternoon. I expect it to go well.
Wow...I'm drawing a complete blank. I must be tired. I am just staring at this screen...tapping my fingers on the keyboard. Perhaps I need to lay down.
I think I will...see you later.
b
Tom is sitting here with me...chillin'
I have managed to get a couple of boxes ready to mail. My vision is not great tonight so I am crafting nothing. And I may not read later. I am enjoying this book, though. I think if I even start to read...I will fall asleep.
I have a DR appointment tomorrow afternoon. I expect it to go well.
Wow...I'm drawing a complete blank. I must be tired. I am just staring at this screen...tapping my fingers on the keyboard. Perhaps I need to lay down.
I think I will...see you later.
b
Saturday, December 18, 2010
Good Night
Gotta get some sleep. I am just tired tonight and this shower that I am a-fixin' to take will ease me into dreamland! Have a nice evening and see you tomorrow.........
b
b
Friday, December 17, 2010
Kind a cool outside
I just went to throw some trash out and it's a little cool out there. The moon is beautiful and there are tons of stars.
Let's see...what were some good things today. Ummmmm...the piece of shit washing machine worked! At least for one load today. That's all we had. It was actually the equivalent of 5 regular loads. But it worked!
The lunch special at the Triangle Market today was Chili Rellenos...and they were very good. Then....they became screaming HOT! I ate one...and brought the other one home. Husband just ate it and HE thought it was hot, too. And he can eat hotter stuff than I can.
Let's see...what else...One of my friends gave me 4 new pairs of jeans. I am going to wash them tomorrow. They are the right size. And they are nice and long.
I got a few more things scratched off my to do list. A very good thing.
I think that's pretty much it. Mostly uneventful.
I think I will read for a while. I know...unusual isn't it. I am very relaxed right now. See you tomorrow....
b
Let's see...what were some good things today. Ummmmm...the piece of shit washing machine worked! At least for one load today. That's all we had. It was actually the equivalent of 5 regular loads. But it worked!
The lunch special at the Triangle Market today was Chili Rellenos...and they were very good. Then....they became screaming HOT! I ate one...and brought the other one home. Husband just ate it and HE thought it was hot, too. And he can eat hotter stuff than I can.
Let's see...what else...One of my friends gave me 4 new pairs of jeans. I am going to wash them tomorrow. They are the right size. And they are nice and long.
I got a few more things scratched off my to do list. A very good thing.
I think that's pretty much it. Mostly uneventful.
I think I will read for a while. I know...unusual isn't it. I am very relaxed right now. See you tomorrow....
b
Thursday, December 16, 2010
Do you know the easiest way to untangle yarn?
I do. You cut it off. It's less frustrating that way. It's like untangling a fine silver chain. Just leave it alone and get another one. Case closed.
It was an easy day. I was by myself and totally took my time. There was one load of laundry (and it wasn't mine!) so I just sat with a cup of hot tea and 'surfed the net'. I talked to Jennifer until almost noon...and was done with my stuff at 12:30. Smoooooth!
I had planned on washing 40 bedspreads...but when I pressed the button on the newly installed piece of shit $5000 washing machine...the only thing that happened was the water went in. Then the timer clicked it's way around the dial. Then the water drained out. Then the water went in again. Hmmmmmm....let's see. No agitation...no spinning from hell....just....water in...water out. Grasshopper. So, I called the handy dandy company and miracle of all miracles...the 'salesman', Francisco, was actually in Alpine!. 'Office woman' said she would keep calling him so he could stop by and look at it.
That's why I just sat there. Not because I was waiting for him...but because I was enjoying the quiet. He finally showed up at 3:30 and supposedly fixed it. I'll find out tomorrow. I have no desire to even look at it tonight.
So I came home and cut up the yarn. I am actually using this stuff up pretty quickly and wanted to see what I had left to work with.
There was one room that was a 'stayover'. I just brought towels over there and it was weird. I knew was there was probably nothing in the room, and there wasn't. They had called Jennifer this morning at 6:30 and asked what to do with the key (good thing I didn't answer the phone, I would heave told them!). She said they could just leave it in the room. But they said they wanted to stay another day. She told them just to hang on to the key (duh) and come in later and pay for another day. Strange people to start with. Anyway, they had hung the bed sheet over the mirror, completely covering it. I have no idea why. It was a little eerie. I just backed out and maybe I can get a look at them to see if they are all dressed in black...or hang bones up outside their room tonight.
I wonder if there is anything on TV tonight. I think it's Mickey Rooney day on TCM. I thought they just had Mickey Rooney day a couple of weeks ago...
We watched 9 episodes of The Guns of Will Sonnett last night. I'm not sure if we are ready for another evening of nail biting excitement! Not without a court order and a six pack!
No....there isn't anything on TV tonight. I just looked. Could be an Adam-12 night.
My blood sugar has been staying in the 80's and 90's. That is very good. And I ate 2 oranges at noon. They were small oranges.
I think I will read my blog tonight. That way I can see how many times I repeated myself. I should print it off. I might. It could prove embarrassing! Or just plain stupid.....
Right this minute I am going to eat something. I need to fill the bird feeder, too. See you later!
b
It was an easy day. I was by myself and totally took my time. There was one load of laundry (and it wasn't mine!) so I just sat with a cup of hot tea and 'surfed the net'. I talked to Jennifer until almost noon...and was done with my stuff at 12:30. Smoooooth!
I had planned on washing 40 bedspreads...but when I pressed the button on the newly installed piece of shit $5000 washing machine...the only thing that happened was the water went in. Then the timer clicked it's way around the dial. Then the water drained out. Then the water went in again. Hmmmmmm....let's see. No agitation...no spinning from hell....just....water in...water out. Grasshopper. So, I called the handy dandy company and miracle of all miracles...the 'salesman', Francisco, was actually in Alpine!. 'Office woman' said she would keep calling him so he could stop by and look at it.
That's why I just sat there. Not because I was waiting for him...but because I was enjoying the quiet. He finally showed up at 3:30 and supposedly fixed it. I'll find out tomorrow. I have no desire to even look at it tonight.
So I came home and cut up the yarn. I am actually using this stuff up pretty quickly and wanted to see what I had left to work with.
There was one room that was a 'stayover'. I just brought towels over there and it was weird. I knew was there was probably nothing in the room, and there wasn't. They had called Jennifer this morning at 6:30 and asked what to do with the key (good thing I didn't answer the phone, I would heave told them!). She said they could just leave it in the room. But they said they wanted to stay another day. She told them just to hang on to the key (duh) and come in later and pay for another day. Strange people to start with. Anyway, they had hung the bed sheet over the mirror, completely covering it. I have no idea why. It was a little eerie. I just backed out and maybe I can get a look at them to see if they are all dressed in black...or hang bones up outside their room tonight.
I wonder if there is anything on TV tonight. I think it's Mickey Rooney day on TCM. I thought they just had Mickey Rooney day a couple of weeks ago...
We watched 9 episodes of The Guns of Will Sonnett last night. I'm not sure if we are ready for another evening of nail biting excitement! Not without a court order and a six pack!
No....there isn't anything on TV tonight. I just looked. Could be an Adam-12 night.
My blood sugar has been staying in the 80's and 90's. That is very good. And I ate 2 oranges at noon. They were small oranges.
I think I will read my blog tonight. That way I can see how many times I repeated myself. I should print it off. I might. It could prove embarrassing! Or just plain stupid.....
Right this minute I am going to eat something. I need to fill the bird feeder, too. See you later!
b
Sunday, December 12, 2010
Me and Santa got it going on
Guess what! Santa came by my house today and left a present and some Tension Relieving Tea. Santa is a really smart girl!! And Santa has great taste...she and I have the same wrapping paper! Tell me great mind's don't think alike!!! And Santa is verrry sneaky...you walk outside and POOF!! She's been there! I love Santa. Santa has been a very good girl this year and there is something special for her, too...but she's not getting it till closer to Christmas! Perhaps she thought Monday was the 20th...also!! Thank you Santa!
I must now tell you how to spike your blood sugar.
I really like Hot Chocolate...but it is a no-no. The commercial kind. And I like Malted Milk. But I have to explain further about that. I like the malted milk powder that you add to milk...and I like malted milk balls....but I don't like a malted shake. It's like bananas. I like bananas...but not banana flavored stuff...like candy, Popsicles, pudding...and limes...I like limes, but not lime flavored stuff like lime jello. Anyway, back to the malted stuff.
Husband thought it would be tasty to have the malted milk powder in the hot chocolate. He's always trying to find snacks for me that are healthy and tasty. And won't kill me. At least not right away. And he was right on with this one. And if you drink a (large) mug of it (with whole milk)...your blood sugar goes to 240. Sooooo....Plan 2.
I start with 2% milk...add 2 (really) heaping teaspoons malted milk powder, 2 tsp. Splenda and 2 heaping teaspoons of cocoa. Very good!!! Seriously good. Blood sugar - 180.
Tonight - 1/2 2%milk/ 1/2 water and the rest of the ingredients the same. Very good. Very chocolaty (sp?) Actually less sweet, more chocolate flavor. Blood sugar - 145.
Now you can also take into consideration that I had this hot chocolate after I had eaten a really good meal, all three nights so my sugar would have been slightly elevated anyway. And yes, there are carbs in the malted milk powder which I need to allow for. But I am thinking that even though this is a nice comfort drink it's not something I need to have at night. Kind of like the oranges...oh...and my blood sugar was definitely higher in the morning with Cup #1 and less with #2 and much less with #3....I also think the cocoa itself makes me not so sleepy for a longer period of time. It is also filling. I am not complaining...I will just monitor it. I think I'll make a pint or two of the 'mixture' for convenience.
OK...nutrition lesson over. Or lack of it.
Busy day. And tomorrow I will put my dishes in the cabinet! I really mean it!
Let's see what did I do...worked...took a nap...ate...That's pretty much it. I was tired today and had a sinus headache. It was chilly-er and I thought it was supposed to be windy, but maybe the winds are coming. I can feel it in my face. Like a facial barometer.
I wrote some letters and got two packages ready to mail. See! I really was busy!!
I am trying to find some patterns for cute crocheted animal hats. I have found a few that I know I can change the features on to make them a little cuter. But I thought I would just find a book that would have 20 patterns in it...but no luck yet. I am having to buy and download a few basic patterns which is no problem. I would just like a book.
I might crotch-it for a while. I have to finish the order I have and I still need to make 3 kids hats. I started a purple/lavender/white one for the girl's hat. Not sure about the boy's colors yet. But I am almost done with the girl's and then only have the 2 left - 1 boys and 1 toddler girl.
I guess I'll stop and get busy while I'm in the mood. I see you tomorrow. Have a nice night.
b
I must now tell you how to spike your blood sugar.
I really like Hot Chocolate...but it is a no-no. The commercial kind. And I like Malted Milk. But I have to explain further about that. I like the malted milk powder that you add to milk...and I like malted milk balls....but I don't like a malted shake. It's like bananas. I like bananas...but not banana flavored stuff...like candy, Popsicles, pudding...and limes...I like limes, but not lime flavored stuff like lime jello. Anyway, back to the malted stuff.
Husband thought it would be tasty to have the malted milk powder in the hot chocolate. He's always trying to find snacks for me that are healthy and tasty. And won't kill me. At least not right away. And he was right on with this one. And if you drink a (large) mug of it (with whole milk)...your blood sugar goes to 240. Sooooo....Plan 2.
I start with 2% milk...add 2 (really) heaping teaspoons malted milk powder, 2 tsp. Splenda and 2 heaping teaspoons of cocoa. Very good!!! Seriously good. Blood sugar - 180.
Tonight - 1/2 2%milk/ 1/2 water and the rest of the ingredients the same. Very good. Very chocolaty (sp?) Actually less sweet, more chocolate flavor. Blood sugar - 145.
Now you can also take into consideration that I had this hot chocolate after I had eaten a really good meal, all three nights so my sugar would have been slightly elevated anyway. And yes, there are carbs in the malted milk powder which I need to allow for. But I am thinking that even though this is a nice comfort drink it's not something I need to have at night. Kind of like the oranges...oh...and my blood sugar was definitely higher in the morning with Cup #1 and less with #2 and much less with #3....I also think the cocoa itself makes me not so sleepy for a longer period of time. It is also filling. I am not complaining...I will just monitor it. I think I'll make a pint or two of the 'mixture' for convenience.
OK...nutrition lesson over. Or lack of it.
Busy day. And tomorrow I will put my dishes in the cabinet! I really mean it!
Let's see what did I do...worked...took a nap...ate...That's pretty much it. I was tired today and had a sinus headache. It was chilly-er and I thought it was supposed to be windy, but maybe the winds are coming. I can feel it in my face. Like a facial barometer.
I wrote some letters and got two packages ready to mail. See! I really was busy!!
I am trying to find some patterns for cute crocheted animal hats. I have found a few that I know I can change the features on to make them a little cuter. But I thought I would just find a book that would have 20 patterns in it...but no luck yet. I am having to buy and download a few basic patterns which is no problem. I would just like a book.
I might crotch-it for a while. I have to finish the order I have and I still need to make 3 kids hats. I started a purple/lavender/white one for the girl's hat. Not sure about the boy's colors yet. But I am almost done with the girl's and then only have the 2 left - 1 boys and 1 toddler girl.
I guess I'll stop and get busy while I'm in the mood. I see you tomorrow. Have a nice night.
b
Saturday, December 11, 2010
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree! How plastic are your branches!
Today is the day! It's officially 'The Holiday's' at our house! The tree is up...the lights are on (not blinking yet...oh yeah...I have to put the blinking bulb in...)..the ornaments are hanging for Tom to knock off...the garland is wrapped around it. No tinsel - Tom eats it. Even some presents wrapped. Husband wants me to make a hat for Tom for Christmas...with slots for his ears. I just might do it.
I was off today. I finally defrosted the little bitty freezer. Like it was going to kill me. It's just a pain in the ass to do. And that's pretty much all I did. The dishes are still in the box. Maybe later...or tomorrow...or Monday. I really want to put them in the cabinet and use them...it's just getting up and doing it. And I'm sure you'd rather have me write bitchy things than not write at all because I am so busy! Let's think about it!
I am drinking some peach tea. It's actually very good. I ordered some Stash tea the other day...the variety pack with 9 flavors. It's tasty. I think it has caffeine. Oh well.
I may crotch-it tonight. I am using up yarn. That's a good thing. I never did take any photos to put them on eBay. You know I wasn't going to. I did think a lot about it, though. Just never got to it. I suppose I still have time. Did I tell you that I thought this coming Monday was the 20th? Well, I did. Imagine my surprise.
I think nothing is on tonight...again. We have a million movies. I just want to see something without war. Or guns. Or cowboys. Or a school marm.
I was watching those Flip this House shows this morning. I like those shows. And it suddenly donned on me! Mumsy (aka Mother-in-Law) has been doing that for years!! Seriously! When I first started working at her Real Estate office many moons ago...I had no idea what I was doing, nor how dramatically my life would change...in a good way. I will tell more of the stories of those good ole days soon...but first, this one.
Musmsy had a work force that consisted of Uncle Ben (a story of a different dimension) and his Motley Crew. Literally. I knew that they did repairs, roofing and remodeling....but I didn't know where the houses that they worked on came from. Mumsy was and still is an investor. She was...I guess you could say...a saver/saviour of properties on the south side of San Antonio. It seemed as if almost daily someone would come in to see her regarding purchasing their home directly rather than selling it. She is an amazing woman. Most of the time not only would she buy their house, but sell them another one in the process. A lot of her business was word of mouth (naturally she ran ads and had many, many listed properties) from families that she had placed in their first homes who would then bring in their brothers, uncles and children because they knew she would treat them fairly and always find a way to make their home buying dreams come true.
Many of the houses she would take in 'trade' were definitely fixer uppers. A lot of them were the poster children for fixer uppers!! I remember lots of them...but a favorite is this one...
She had run an ad for this particular house that was being remodeled. It was for rent with an option to buy...flexible financing. It was a Saturday morning and I was working in the office answering the phone. We would get tons of calls and this was a goodie.
The caller asked if the house was still available.
I said...'Why...yes it is!'
'Oh wonderful'...they answered excitedly. 'Can we go look at it?'
'I'm sure you can', I reply.
'Great...can we come pick up a key?' they ask.
'Let me double check...hold on just a sec', I tell them.
I walked back to Mumsy's office, stood in the door and told her someone wanted to look at the house and could they come by and pick up a key.
She looked at me, smiled and said, seriously, 'Why would they need a key? There isn't any door.'
Hmmmmm.......Makes sense to me!
'Ok', I said. 'I'll just tell them to run on by and if they like it we'll get them a door.'
'Sounds good to me!' Mumsy could solve any problem.
Guess what...they took the house. And they got a door a few days later. And they lived there for years.
But back to the 'flipping'. That was just a small example of what she would do. There were several duplexes in downtown San Antonio that were for sale, but needed to be moved. She bought them, moved them to one acre tracts of land in the country and Uncle Ben and the Motley Crew remodeled them into single family dwellings. I worked with them on one of the houses. I was painting and wall papering. It was fun and quite an experience. I had just never thought about them as being 'flipped'.
Mumsy was the original Flipper. More stories to come...
The Christmas lights are blinking. They are so pretty.
I guess I'll watch Cops. It will keep me occupied for an hour. Have a nice night!
b
I was off today. I finally defrosted the little bitty freezer. Like it was going to kill me. It's just a pain in the ass to do. And that's pretty much all I did. The dishes are still in the box. Maybe later...or tomorrow...or Monday. I really want to put them in the cabinet and use them...it's just getting up and doing it. And I'm sure you'd rather have me write bitchy things than not write at all because I am so busy! Let's think about it!
I am drinking some peach tea. It's actually very good. I ordered some Stash tea the other day...the variety pack with 9 flavors. It's tasty. I think it has caffeine. Oh well.
I may crotch-it tonight. I am using up yarn. That's a good thing. I never did take any photos to put them on eBay. You know I wasn't going to. I did think a lot about it, though. Just never got to it. I suppose I still have time. Did I tell you that I thought this coming Monday was the 20th? Well, I did. Imagine my surprise.
I think nothing is on tonight...again. We have a million movies. I just want to see something without war. Or guns. Or cowboys. Or a school marm.
I was watching those Flip this House shows this morning. I like those shows. And it suddenly donned on me! Mumsy (aka Mother-in-Law) has been doing that for years!! Seriously! When I first started working at her Real Estate office many moons ago...I had no idea what I was doing, nor how dramatically my life would change...in a good way. I will tell more of the stories of those good ole days soon...but first, this one.
Musmsy had a work force that consisted of Uncle Ben (a story of a different dimension) and his Motley Crew. Literally. I knew that they did repairs, roofing and remodeling....but I didn't know where the houses that they worked on came from. Mumsy was and still is an investor. She was...I guess you could say...a saver/saviour of properties on the south side of San Antonio. It seemed as if almost daily someone would come in to see her regarding purchasing their home directly rather than selling it. She is an amazing woman. Most of the time not only would she buy their house, but sell them another one in the process. A lot of her business was word of mouth (naturally she ran ads and had many, many listed properties) from families that she had placed in their first homes who would then bring in their brothers, uncles and children because they knew she would treat them fairly and always find a way to make their home buying dreams come true.
Many of the houses she would take in 'trade' were definitely fixer uppers. A lot of them were the poster children for fixer uppers!! I remember lots of them...but a favorite is this one...
She had run an ad for this particular house that was being remodeled. It was for rent with an option to buy...flexible financing. It was a Saturday morning and I was working in the office answering the phone. We would get tons of calls and this was a goodie.
The caller asked if the house was still available.
I said...'Why...yes it is!'
'Oh wonderful'...they answered excitedly. 'Can we go look at it?'
'I'm sure you can', I reply.
'Great...can we come pick up a key?' they ask.
'Let me double check...hold on just a sec', I tell them.
I walked back to Mumsy's office, stood in the door and told her someone wanted to look at the house and could they come by and pick up a key.
She looked at me, smiled and said, seriously, 'Why would they need a key? There isn't any door.'
Hmmmmm.......Makes sense to me!
'Ok', I said. 'I'll just tell them to run on by and if they like it we'll get them a door.'
'Sounds good to me!' Mumsy could solve any problem.
Guess what...they took the house. And they got a door a few days later. And they lived there for years.
But back to the 'flipping'. That was just a small example of what she would do. There were several duplexes in downtown San Antonio that were for sale, but needed to be moved. She bought them, moved them to one acre tracts of land in the country and Uncle Ben and the Motley Crew remodeled them into single family dwellings. I worked with them on one of the houses. I was painting and wall papering. It was fun and quite an experience. I had just never thought about them as being 'flipped'.
Mumsy was the original Flipper. More stories to come...
The Christmas lights are blinking. They are so pretty.
I guess I'll watch Cops. It will keep me occupied for an hour. Have a nice night!
b
Friday, December 10, 2010
Dietitian is happy with me
I had a good report today. There was only one thing to change. I am not supposed to eat oranges in the evening. She thinks that they are making me have higher BS count in the morning. So...I won't eat them in the evening. I will eat them in the afternoon. As a matter of fact, I bought an bag of navel oranges today to celebrate. And I ate one.
She also said more protein...cheeses...avocado...nuts. I don't have to go back unless there is a problem. As a matter of fact, she said I could e-mail her anytime to keep my chart up to date, and I only need to record food intake if I have a spike or a drop. I am happy with that. Now we'll just see what happens at the DR on Monday.
Bobbie and I went to the hospital (dietitian) and then to the Dollar Store. I had to buy a tree. And some ornaments. Look for my new book...'How to Have the Perfect Cheap Looking Cheap Christmas Tree for Under $20!!' coming out soon. We may have the official tree decorating ceremony tomorrow night. Husband is cooking dinner and I am tired and don't feel like doing anything.
It's not because I worked hard today because I certainly did not. The heaviest load I had to carry were the bags from the store. I washed clothes. Cleaned my teeny tiny kitchen. My life is complete. I finished a hat last night and got half way through another one. I should finish it tonight. But I may not. I have a bit of a headache...more of a face ache...like pressure and I'm sure it's because the wind was blowing today. Barometric pressure.
I may only work a few hours tomorrow, if at all. Maybe I can clean some stuff out of this room. I unloaded a few more T-shirts today, quickly, so I didn't change my mind, but there are miles to go before I sleep! The weather is beautiful but it's supposed to cool down on Sunday and Monday and back into the 80's on Tuesday! (I apologize to my family in Maine!!) The point being, it won't kill me to go outside and sort stuff out. I need to put my new dishes away and I have to downsize so I have room for them. Not a problem.
Tom is exhausted. He has been awake almost all afternoon. He can barely move. I hope he can gather enough strength to eat later. He is passed out on the bed next to Husband who is, as we speak, watching an Errol Flynn western. I already forgot the name of it. There are cowboys and horses and a stagecoach in it. And guns. Don't forget the guns. Oh-oh. They are holding up the train. Oh yeah, there is a train in it. And the school marm. And the poker playing, cigar smoking ruffians/villains. It's quite violent. And the cowboys and villains are shooting at each other from a distance of, oh, I'd say 5 feet...and the are all missing each other. But don't worry, they are almost to the water tower. Holy shit! Somebody started a fire (they are still on the train and trapped like rats) and are holding the school marm at bay...poor wench! It's amazing...the flames are everywhere....but there is no smoke. Oh-oh...now they are trying to escape the fire by jumping to the next rail car. If it was me...I'd be toast cuz there's no way I be leaping to another rail car on a moving train...
I must have missed something. Now they are all (the cowboys...not the villains) at the Judge's house saying...'It's a great day to be alive!' They must have survived the jump. And I think the school marm's going to marry Errol Flynn. Slut. She's serving lemonade. Sweet slut.
They are going to Niagara Falls for the honeymoon. The End.
Watching movies is exhausting.
I need to mail some packages on Monday. First, I have to put stuff in the boxes and then I have to mail the packages. It is so much easier to do this now because I can buy postage on line. I hate to stand in line at the post office. Actually, Husband stands in line...but I can feel his pain. So, for him, I will force myself to print out the labels. I know...my 'goodness' knows no boundaries...
Well, me thinks tis time to watch some TV. The program, 'The Good Guys'...which is kind of cute is coming on. Tom Hanks son, Colin, is in it. I'll see you tomorrow. Have a nice night.
b
She also said more protein...cheeses...avocado...nuts. I don't have to go back unless there is a problem. As a matter of fact, she said I could e-mail her anytime to keep my chart up to date, and I only need to record food intake if I have a spike or a drop. I am happy with that. Now we'll just see what happens at the DR on Monday.
Bobbie and I went to the hospital (dietitian) and then to the Dollar Store. I had to buy a tree. And some ornaments. Look for my new book...'How to Have the Perfect Cheap Looking Cheap Christmas Tree for Under $20!!' coming out soon. We may have the official tree decorating ceremony tomorrow night. Husband is cooking dinner and I am tired and don't feel like doing anything.
It's not because I worked hard today because I certainly did not. The heaviest load I had to carry were the bags from the store. I washed clothes. Cleaned my teeny tiny kitchen. My life is complete. I finished a hat last night and got half way through another one. I should finish it tonight. But I may not. I have a bit of a headache...more of a face ache...like pressure and I'm sure it's because the wind was blowing today. Barometric pressure.
I may only work a few hours tomorrow, if at all. Maybe I can clean some stuff out of this room. I unloaded a few more T-shirts today, quickly, so I didn't change my mind, but there are miles to go before I sleep! The weather is beautiful but it's supposed to cool down on Sunday and Monday and back into the 80's on Tuesday! (I apologize to my family in Maine!!) The point being, it won't kill me to go outside and sort stuff out. I need to put my new dishes away and I have to downsize so I have room for them. Not a problem.
Tom is exhausted. He has been awake almost all afternoon. He can barely move. I hope he can gather enough strength to eat later. He is passed out on the bed next to Husband who is, as we speak, watching an Errol Flynn western. I already forgot the name of it. There are cowboys and horses and a stagecoach in it. And guns. Don't forget the guns. Oh-oh. They are holding up the train. Oh yeah, there is a train in it. And the school marm. And the poker playing, cigar smoking ruffians/villains. It's quite violent. And the cowboys and villains are shooting at each other from a distance of, oh, I'd say 5 feet...and the are all missing each other. But don't worry, they are almost to the water tower. Holy shit! Somebody started a fire (they are still on the train and trapped like rats) and are holding the school marm at bay...poor wench! It's amazing...the flames are everywhere....but there is no smoke. Oh-oh...now they are trying to escape the fire by jumping to the next rail car. If it was me...I'd be toast cuz there's no way I be leaping to another rail car on a moving train...
I must have missed something. Now they are all (the cowboys...not the villains) at the Judge's house saying...'It's a great day to be alive!' They must have survived the jump. And I think the school marm's going to marry Errol Flynn. Slut. She's serving lemonade. Sweet slut.
They are going to Niagara Falls for the honeymoon. The End.
Watching movies is exhausting.
I need to mail some packages on Monday. First, I have to put stuff in the boxes and then I have to mail the packages. It is so much easier to do this now because I can buy postage on line. I hate to stand in line at the post office. Actually, Husband stands in line...but I can feel his pain. So, for him, I will force myself to print out the labels. I know...my 'goodness' knows no boundaries...
Well, me thinks tis time to watch some TV. The program, 'The Good Guys'...which is kind of cute is coming on. Tom Hanks son, Colin, is in it. I'll see you tomorrow. Have a nice night.
b
Thursday, December 9, 2010
A Cat Story
Husband BBQ'd ribs tonight and made me some fish. (I am not a big rib eater...nor do I eat big ribs). So we enjoyed the meal with Paul Becker who is here visiting.
We started talking pet stories and I remembered a funny one.
Many moons ago, my mother-in-law (aka Mumsy) and I decided we just had to go somewhere. I am sure it was a very important trip. At that time, she drove this big dark green Toronado with a vinyl top. (She reads this blog and I am sure she's is remembering this moment...) Well, out to the car we go and lying sprawled out on top of the car roof is the family cat, Morris.
Now...normally...Morris would jump off the car, reluctantly, and we never thought twice about it.
We get into the car and off we go...hair blowing in the wind of the open windows...happy and carefree.
We are driving down Pecan Valley Drive on the south side of San Antonio...and people are driving towards us...and waving.
'My!" we said, 'aren't they friendly!!'
Curious...it seems as if everyone is waving?? And pointing??
'Do you know those people?" I ask.
'I don't think so', Mumsy says.
'Hmmmm', I ponder. 'Do you think something is wrong with the car?'
'Well, I just don't know,' she replies. 'Let's pull over and check.'
'OK.'
She pulls over and I get out of the car and make a startling discovery! Morris...in all his glory, his eyes as big as saucers and bugging out of his head, and every hair on his big ole cat body standing up...is literally molded to the roof of the car...his claws seriously embedded in the vinyl top!
'I think I know what they were pointing at!' I tell Mumsy. 'And I think we need to take Morris home!'
So we pull an U and back to the house we went. It took a minute or so to unhook him from the car top and guess what...he never slept up there again!
End of Story.
It was pretty funny. I'm sure Morris didn't think so.
Let's see. what did I do today. Oh yes. We finished grouting everything. And went home. The girls are painting some of the outdoor metal chairs and I think they are almost done with them and will start on picnic tables and fences next. It's a good time to catch up on all of that stuff. As long as the wind isn't blowing. Business is slow,but they need to get some hours in. We don't normally start projects on Fridays so Bobbie and I will not be killing ourselves for a few days.
I went to get the little tree from my personal storage space today. Where it stayed (for a year) happened to be in the direct sunlight. Did you know....if you leave a cheap, green, plastic Christmas tree in a vehicle, in a window, in the direct sunlight...for a year...the exposed part turns blue? And when you pick it up and shake it...the little fake plastic needles fall out??
Well...they do.
And I couldn't find the bag of ornaments, either. I am sure I will find them on December 26th.
Consequently, I shall purchase a new, little, plastic, green tree with little fake plastic needles on it...tomorrow along with some cheap ornaments. I have a brand new string of lights! And the festivities will begin.
Perhaps this year when it's time to 'take down the tree' I will just go ahead and throw it away so I don't have to look for it next year.
We are watching an Indiana Jones movie. I have missed a lot of it (because I am not paying attention). I hope it comes back on later. I am going to crotch-it again tonight. I sold a hat today.
Well...I guess I'll see you tomorrow. Have a nice night!!
b
We started talking pet stories and I remembered a funny one.
Many moons ago, my mother-in-law (aka Mumsy) and I decided we just had to go somewhere. I am sure it was a very important trip. At that time, she drove this big dark green Toronado with a vinyl top. (She reads this blog and I am sure she's is remembering this moment...) Well, out to the car we go and lying sprawled out on top of the car roof is the family cat, Morris.
Now...normally...Morris would jump off the car, reluctantly, and we never thought twice about it.
We get into the car and off we go...hair blowing in the wind of the open windows...happy and carefree.
We are driving down Pecan Valley Drive on the south side of San Antonio...and people are driving towards us...and waving.
'My!" we said, 'aren't they friendly!!'
Curious...it seems as if everyone is waving?? And pointing??
'Do you know those people?" I ask.
'I don't think so', Mumsy says.
'Hmmmm', I ponder. 'Do you think something is wrong with the car?'
'Well, I just don't know,' she replies. 'Let's pull over and check.'
'OK.'
She pulls over and I get out of the car and make a startling discovery! Morris...in all his glory, his eyes as big as saucers and bugging out of his head, and every hair on his big ole cat body standing up...is literally molded to the roof of the car...his claws seriously embedded in the vinyl top!
'I think I know what they were pointing at!' I tell Mumsy. 'And I think we need to take Morris home!'
So we pull an U and back to the house we went. It took a minute or so to unhook him from the car top and guess what...he never slept up there again!
End of Story.
It was pretty funny. I'm sure Morris didn't think so.
Let's see. what did I do today. Oh yes. We finished grouting everything. And went home. The girls are painting some of the outdoor metal chairs and I think they are almost done with them and will start on picnic tables and fences next. It's a good time to catch up on all of that stuff. As long as the wind isn't blowing. Business is slow,but they need to get some hours in. We don't normally start projects on Fridays so Bobbie and I will not be killing ourselves for a few days.
I went to get the little tree from my personal storage space today. Where it stayed (for a year) happened to be in the direct sunlight. Did you know....if you leave a cheap, green, plastic Christmas tree in a vehicle, in a window, in the direct sunlight...for a year...the exposed part turns blue? And when you pick it up and shake it...the little fake plastic needles fall out??
Well...they do.
And I couldn't find the bag of ornaments, either. I am sure I will find them on December 26th.
Consequently, I shall purchase a new, little, plastic, green tree with little fake plastic needles on it...tomorrow along with some cheap ornaments. I have a brand new string of lights! And the festivities will begin.
Perhaps this year when it's time to 'take down the tree' I will just go ahead and throw it away so I don't have to look for it next year.
We are watching an Indiana Jones movie. I have missed a lot of it (because I am not paying attention). I hope it comes back on later. I am going to crotch-it again tonight. I sold a hat today.
Well...I guess I'll see you tomorrow. Have a nice night!!
b
Wednesday, December 8, 2010
#222
Interesting...this is my #222 posting! Fee-nom-eye-nal! Let's celebrate...I'll eat some cookies and you can watch me. Yummmmmm....they are delicious!
Guess what? They are made with Splenda and rice flour and carob chocolate chips. I am eating 2 of them. Veeerrryyy Sloooooowly as to savor every morsel. I am enjoying them with hot Constant Comfort tea. The perfect snack.
I spoke with the dietitian and I am to see her at 11:00 on Friday. I will take my 'charts' with me. I have had a couple of 'spikes' but for the most part...I have done very well. I think she will increase my food intake...I'm sure it will depend on if I have gained weight. I think that is a definite yes.
It was like Christmas today. I had ordered a Belgian Waffle Maker which arrived today. I think we will try it out tomorrow. I already have some whole wheat waffle mix and I am able to eat waffles every morning if I wanted to. It looks easy. It the kind of maker that swivels around. Fancy Schmancy.
And...BFFMS brought me some dishes. They are white with a delicate blue flower/scroll pattern and are just beautiful! Thank you SO much Sara! I will use them to eat waffles!
I didn't get the little tree out today. It's on my list for tomorrow. The holiday spirit is churning.
I got a great letter from my cousin Jean today. She is a writer...in every sense of the word, and always pens such newsy letters. I am so guilty of not writing at all...and she did tell me that she has accessed this blog (for which I am truly grateful but more guilty because I find time for this but not to actually write letters) through info given to her by my cousin Susan. Please slap me senseless. I did say that I am writing letters...and I am (!). I just need to write faster. Thank you for reading this Jean.
I think every body should write a blog. What a great way to #1 - remember what I do (almost)
every day #2 - communicate. We all know I use mine to whine.
I got an order for some hats today. As I left the office, I said that I was 'off to crochet' but pronounced crotch-it. I have a great name to put on hat tags...'Handmade by the Crotch-ity
Crotch-iter'...what do you think? I need help with the spelling. And I think an image of an old lady in a rocking chair, crocheting, who looks sort of like Maxine. Huh! Huh?
We finished tiling today. And much more than what we planned. We added the edge around the base of the shower...and also, tiled the small window sills in the all of the bathrooms. The tiles are in place and we will grout everything tomorrow. A feeling of satisfaction. The downside? The noise of the tile cutter and the residue from the cutting of the tiles. I am the official cutter and I got sprayed pretty good with the water that slings off the blade. I know...wear something! Well...sometimes I do. Like a big trash bag...but today...I didn't. So I got kind of wet. But I am done cutting!! But I have a headful of tile shit and I had a Tylenol cocktail when I got home. And I'm sure those cookies helped...
Now my ear itches.
Husband wants a sports jacket. I have no idea why. I have been looking online...but I think it's better to buy one where you can try it on. But I can't criticize. I do crap like that all the time. Order shirts or pants on eBay and hope to God they fit. I'll keep looking for a jacket, though. It would be a good Christmas present. I never know what to get him because he, like me, will buy or order what ever it is when he thinks of it. I have to keep my ears open for hints.
Do you ever get those little cracks on the end of your thumb or finger that sting like a mother when you hit them or get water on them?? I have one on my thumb AND index finger! I think I'll wear gloves with Vaseline to bed tonight. I know it's because I have been working with this tile and grout shit. I use lotion but I need more!
Well, I guess I should go wash the dust off and crotchit for a while. See you tomorrow!
b
Guess what? They are made with Splenda and rice flour and carob chocolate chips. I am eating 2 of them. Veeerrryyy Sloooooowly as to savor every morsel. I am enjoying them with hot Constant Comfort tea. The perfect snack.
I spoke with the dietitian and I am to see her at 11:00 on Friday. I will take my 'charts' with me. I have had a couple of 'spikes' but for the most part...I have done very well. I think she will increase my food intake...I'm sure it will depend on if I have gained weight. I think that is a definite yes.
It was like Christmas today. I had ordered a Belgian Waffle Maker which arrived today. I think we will try it out tomorrow. I already have some whole wheat waffle mix and I am able to eat waffles every morning if I wanted to. It looks easy. It the kind of maker that swivels around. Fancy Schmancy.
And...BFFMS brought me some dishes. They are white with a delicate blue flower/scroll pattern and are just beautiful! Thank you SO much Sara! I will use them to eat waffles!
I didn't get the little tree out today. It's on my list for tomorrow. The holiday spirit is churning.
I got a great letter from my cousin Jean today. She is a writer...in every sense of the word, and always pens such newsy letters. I am so guilty of not writing at all...and she did tell me that she has accessed this blog (for which I am truly grateful but more guilty because I find time for this but not to actually write letters) through info given to her by my cousin Susan. Please slap me senseless. I did say that I am writing letters...and I am (!). I just need to write faster. Thank you for reading this Jean.
I think every body should write a blog. What a great way to #1 - remember what I do (almost)
every day #2 - communicate. We all know I use mine to whine.
I got an order for some hats today. As I left the office, I said that I was 'off to crochet' but pronounced crotch-it. I have a great name to put on hat tags...'Handmade by the Crotch-ity
Crotch-iter'...what do you think? I need help with the spelling. And I think an image of an old lady in a rocking chair, crocheting, who looks sort of like Maxine. Huh! Huh?
We finished tiling today. And much more than what we planned. We added the edge around the base of the shower...and also, tiled the small window sills in the all of the bathrooms. The tiles are in place and we will grout everything tomorrow. A feeling of satisfaction. The downside? The noise of the tile cutter and the residue from the cutting of the tiles. I am the official cutter and I got sprayed pretty good with the water that slings off the blade. I know...wear something! Well...sometimes I do. Like a big trash bag...but today...I didn't. So I got kind of wet. But I am done cutting!! But I have a headful of tile shit and I had a Tylenol cocktail when I got home. And I'm sure those cookies helped...
Now my ear itches.
Husband wants a sports jacket. I have no idea why. I have been looking online...but I think it's better to buy one where you can try it on. But I can't criticize. I do crap like that all the time. Order shirts or pants on eBay and hope to God they fit. I'll keep looking for a jacket, though. It would be a good Christmas present. I never know what to get him because he, like me, will buy or order what ever it is when he thinks of it. I have to keep my ears open for hints.
Do you ever get those little cracks on the end of your thumb or finger that sting like a mother when you hit them or get water on them?? I have one on my thumb AND index finger! I think I'll wear gloves with Vaseline to bed tonight. I know it's because I have been working with this tile and grout shit. I use lotion but I need more!
Well, I guess I should go wash the dust off and crotchit for a while. See you tomorrow!
b
Tuesday, December 7, 2010
I am full
Husband got out of the military on December 7 many years ago. So we went out to dinner tonight with friends. BFFMS went (she was the designated driver) and so did Paul Becker. He is here for a few days from El Paso seeing his mom who is a nursing home here in Alpine. We all had a nice meal. It was entertaining. Paul and Husband never shut up. I ate fried food. A lot of it. It was really good. I'll suffer in silence. It will be worth it.
I tiled the shower floor today and also replaced 3 tiles on the actual bathroom floor in Room #24. It looks so much better! It was a very slow day business wise here. Things are slow everywhere here in Alpine. When I checked earlier, a couple of people had checked in.
Elizabeth Edwards died today. I liked her. I admired and respected her as a woman. She was brave. I'm not sure I could handle my situation as gracefully as she did. To be so ill in such a public venue. Perhaps it was comforting to know how much people cared for you unconditionally. RIP.
I have been looking at tea on line. I enjoy tea. I usually buy from DeCoty Coffee when they come here twice a month...but I want something different. There are lots of brands to choose from and I'm just not sure what I want.
I still didn't reach the dietitian today. She was not in her office and I sure hope I can reach her tomorrow. I need to see, or at least speak to her, before Monday. My blood sugar is staying good. When I got home today I was really thirsty for something fizzy and not a Coke Zero, so I drank part of an orange Crush. Not even the whole thing. I waited a few minutes and checked my blood sugar. It was 247! It took about 30 minutes for it to drop....thank God it did! I won't do that again!! (Then I ate the fried food!)
I need to find our little Christmas tree. Time to have some friggin' holiday spirit!! Since there is absolutely NO place to put it...I should suspend it from the ceiling. I need to put that on the list for tomorrow. Along with everything else I haven't done.
I got a sale catalog from Bealls today. There is really nice stuff in it. The problem is...they probably don't have much here in this store. It's the general Bealls store stuff. I think they have on-line shopping now and I might call the Alpine store to see if they do have the things I want and if not, check on line. There are 2 things specifically that I'd like to get. I hope they are here. I hate to have to order a sale item and then have to pay the shipping. Might not be worth it.
It's already 11:30. I need some sleep. See you tomorrow...
b
I tiled the shower floor today and also replaced 3 tiles on the actual bathroom floor in Room #24. It looks so much better! It was a very slow day business wise here. Things are slow everywhere here in Alpine. When I checked earlier, a couple of people had checked in.
Elizabeth Edwards died today. I liked her. I admired and respected her as a woman. She was brave. I'm not sure I could handle my situation as gracefully as she did. To be so ill in such a public venue. Perhaps it was comforting to know how much people cared for you unconditionally. RIP.
I have been looking at tea on line. I enjoy tea. I usually buy from DeCoty Coffee when they come here twice a month...but I want something different. There are lots of brands to choose from and I'm just not sure what I want.
I still didn't reach the dietitian today. She was not in her office and I sure hope I can reach her tomorrow. I need to see, or at least speak to her, before Monday. My blood sugar is staying good. When I got home today I was really thirsty for something fizzy and not a Coke Zero, so I drank part of an orange Crush. Not even the whole thing. I waited a few minutes and checked my blood sugar. It was 247! It took about 30 minutes for it to drop....thank God it did! I won't do that again!! (Then I ate the fried food!)
I need to find our little Christmas tree. Time to have some friggin' holiday spirit!! Since there is absolutely NO place to put it...I should suspend it from the ceiling. I need to put that on the list for tomorrow. Along with everything else I haven't done.
I got a sale catalog from Bealls today. There is really nice stuff in it. The problem is...they probably don't have much here in this store. It's the general Bealls store stuff. I think they have on-line shopping now and I might call the Alpine store to see if they do have the things I want and if not, check on line. There are 2 things specifically that I'd like to get. I hope they are here. I hate to have to order a sale item and then have to pay the shipping. Might not be worth it.
It's already 11:30. I need some sleep. See you tomorrow...
b
Monday, December 6, 2010
Monday bean night...
Considering that I haven't eaten beans of any kind for a while....tonight will be 'bean night'. Husband cooked some with a ham hock, onions and special seasonings. I got beaned out in the beginning of this adventure with diabetes. Consequently, even the thought of swallowing them was nauseating. But I am ready for a bowl.
Yes I called the dietitian. No she wasn't there. I'll call again tomorrow.
Yes I washed clothes today. No I did not defrost the freezer.
Yes I wanted the last piece of (very) sweet potato pie. No I did not eat it.
Yes I have been checking out on-line bargains. No I haven't bought anything (yet).
Yes I took up the shower floor in Room #24. No I did not wear gloves and got that friggin' glue shit all over myself.
Yes today was/is letter writing day. No the day is not over yet.
I am going to watch TV in a few minutes. There is a program on called Mad Hungry for the Holidays (or something like that). The host is a woman chef named Lucinda Scala Quinn and she is making some traditional food for...the holidays!! I have watched her before and I like the ways she cooks. It's not always perfect, which is refreshing, and it's food that you would actually make and eat. Then Hawaii 5-0 comes on. We like that show, too.
And I am crocheting a hat tonight. I did take a few pictures today. No, I didn't put any on line because I want to do that all at one time. But I want to crochet hats till I am out of yarn.
Another beautiful day today. Sorry...I have to learn how to make Yorkshire Puddings...
b
Yes I called the dietitian. No she wasn't there. I'll call again tomorrow.
Yes I washed clothes today. No I did not defrost the freezer.
Yes I wanted the last piece of (very) sweet potato pie. No I did not eat it.
Yes I have been checking out on-line bargains. No I haven't bought anything (yet).
Yes I took up the shower floor in Room #24. No I did not wear gloves and got that friggin' glue shit all over myself.
Yes today was/is letter writing day. No the day is not over yet.
I am going to watch TV in a few minutes. There is a program on called Mad Hungry for the Holidays (or something like that). The host is a woman chef named Lucinda Scala Quinn and she is making some traditional food for...the holidays!! I have watched her before and I like the ways she cooks. It's not always perfect, which is refreshing, and it's food that you would actually make and eat. Then Hawaii 5-0 comes on. We like that show, too.
And I am crocheting a hat tonight. I did take a few pictures today. No, I didn't put any on line because I want to do that all at one time. But I want to crochet hats till I am out of yarn.
Another beautiful day today. Sorry...I have to learn how to make Yorkshire Puddings...
b
Sunday, December 5, 2010
Guess What!!
I didn't wear glasses today. Granted...I wasn't totally 'blur free'...but pretty close to it! I am wearing them tonight while looking at the computer which I would do anyway...but I was so excited when I could (almost) see!! It's a milestone for me.
I worked late tonight on some stuff so I just ate a sweet potato and am nice and full. I love sweet potatoes. I think they are on my endangered species list, but I eat them anyway. I am supposed to have carbs!
I have a few craft things to do. I should (but the question is...will I...) take photos of my hats and put them on eBay. It's a smart idea and there is plenty of shipping time before Christmas. I would need to do it tomorrow if I do it at all. But...you know how I am...
It was a beautiful day today. The wind was light and kind of chilly but the sun was shining all day. We had an easy day and got home fairly early. I was going to wash some clothes but only did the bathroom rugs and ran out of ambition. There is always tomorrow.
One of our friends stopped by this evening and apologized for not recognizing me at the craft show. I spoke to him and he looked at me and answered, politely, and kept on going. His wife came by a bit later and said, 'Oh my God! You cut your hair!'
When he came over this evening he said...'I knew the voice, but you just looked so different!'. I thought it was pretty funny.
I think Saving Private Ryan has been on 3 times today. I think Husband has watched all of them. And Pearl Harbor....sad part? We have both movies. What a pain in the ass.
I did clean the bathroom today. It was gross. Sometimes is good not to be able to see. I need to defrost the little refrigerator. I will no doubt throw everything out (like I usually do). That's half the battle.
Husband asked me what I wanted for Christmas. I told him I wanted a belt sander.
'Why?' he asked.
'So if and when you ever cut me any antlers, you can sand the uncut side before you cut the next slice and save me some work'' I replied.
'You have a sander on the saw itself,' he said.
'No shit!!' I exclaim in wonderment.
'No shit...' he answers.
'Well'...I ask thoughtfully...'then why haven't you cut me any antlers?'
'I have been very busy'...he LIES!!!
'Oh.'
I must formulate a dastardly plan. I can't let him get away with this any longer! I need those antlers! I mean...I want those antlers. More so...now. Damn....men!!
My pants are tight. I suppose I should take them off but that would mean that I have to actually stand up. I'll be fine for a few more minutes.
I need to write some letters. Tomorrow will be letter writing day.
I need to call the dietitian tomorrow. I hope I don't forget. I need to talk to her before my next DR appt. on the 20th. Hey!! Maybe she will tell me I can eat candy!!
I think I should go take a shower and sleep. It's already 10. I know it's not that late, but I am suddenly tired. I got a lot done today. It was a good day. See you tomorrow...
b
I worked late tonight on some stuff so I just ate a sweet potato and am nice and full. I love sweet potatoes. I think they are on my endangered species list, but I eat them anyway. I am supposed to have carbs!
I have a few craft things to do. I should (but the question is...will I...) take photos of my hats and put them on eBay. It's a smart idea and there is plenty of shipping time before Christmas. I would need to do it tomorrow if I do it at all. But...you know how I am...
It was a beautiful day today. The wind was light and kind of chilly but the sun was shining all day. We had an easy day and got home fairly early. I was going to wash some clothes but only did the bathroom rugs and ran out of ambition. There is always tomorrow.
One of our friends stopped by this evening and apologized for not recognizing me at the craft show. I spoke to him and he looked at me and answered, politely, and kept on going. His wife came by a bit later and said, 'Oh my God! You cut your hair!'
When he came over this evening he said...'I knew the voice, but you just looked so different!'. I thought it was pretty funny.
I think Saving Private Ryan has been on 3 times today. I think Husband has watched all of them. And Pearl Harbor....sad part? We have both movies. What a pain in the ass.
I did clean the bathroom today. It was gross. Sometimes is good not to be able to see. I need to defrost the little refrigerator. I will no doubt throw everything out (like I usually do). That's half the battle.
Husband asked me what I wanted for Christmas. I told him I wanted a belt sander.
'Why?' he asked.
'So if and when you ever cut me any antlers, you can sand the uncut side before you cut the next slice and save me some work'' I replied.
'You have a sander on the saw itself,' he said.
'No shit!!' I exclaim in wonderment.
'No shit...' he answers.
'Well'...I ask thoughtfully...'then why haven't you cut me any antlers?'
'I have been very busy'...he LIES!!!
'Oh.'
I must formulate a dastardly plan. I can't let him get away with this any longer! I need those antlers! I mean...I want those antlers. More so...now. Damn....men!!
My pants are tight. I suppose I should take them off but that would mean that I have to actually stand up. I'll be fine for a few more minutes.
I need to write some letters. Tomorrow will be letter writing day.
I need to call the dietitian tomorrow. I hope I don't forget. I need to talk to her before my next DR appt. on the 20th. Hey!! Maybe she will tell me I can eat candy!!
I think I should go take a shower and sleep. It's already 10. I know it's not that late, but I am suddenly tired. I got a lot done today. It was a good day. See you tomorrow...
b
Saturday, December 4, 2010
Craft Show - Off the Check List
It was a great show. I am very pleased and tired. Successful sales...great company (many thanks BFFMS!). MS was asked several times if she made the stuff that was there and she, very sweetly said, 'NO! You dumb Son of a Bitch!'...
I'm joshing you!! She said 'Nope...she did!' And pointed at me. Naturally, I would have taken ALL the credit if I was her, but I told them she was my manager. She was the official 'fluffer'. When something needed fluffing...she was right on top of it! (She has a degree in Fluffing - and it shows!!) She is a pro. She's a Fluffer. It was fun. Of course we had that chicken moment - that I have chosen to keep to myself - sorry, you had to be there.
So now I am home and in need of a shower. I ate a wonderful salad prepared by Husband and am actually over full. I think I won't have any hot tea tonight since I drank hot tea all day.
I think the majority of the vendors did well. Any show is if-y, but the weather was great and that mean a lot when people are looking. And buying.
Sherlock Holmes starring Robert Downey Jr. comes on in a hour. I'd like to watch it, but I don't think I can stay awake through the movie. Especially after I take a shower. Way too relaxing.
Just wanted to let you know how nice the show was and also to thank Sara for being my friend.
See you later...
b
I'm joshing you!! She said 'Nope...she did!' And pointed at me. Naturally, I would have taken ALL the credit if I was her, but I told them she was my manager. She was the official 'fluffer'. When something needed fluffing...she was right on top of it! (She has a degree in Fluffing - and it shows!!) She is a pro. She's a Fluffer. It was fun. Of course we had that chicken moment - that I have chosen to keep to myself - sorry, you had to be there.
So now I am home and in need of a shower. I ate a wonderful salad prepared by Husband and am actually over full. I think I won't have any hot tea tonight since I drank hot tea all day.
I think the majority of the vendors did well. Any show is if-y, but the weather was great and that mean a lot when people are looking. And buying.
Sherlock Holmes starring Robert Downey Jr. comes on in a hour. I'd like to watch it, but I don't think I can stay awake through the movie. Especially after I take a shower. Way too relaxing.
Just wanted to let you know how nice the show was and also to thank Sara for being my friend.
See you later...
b
Friday, December 3, 2010
Animal Farm Update!!
OK....all I have to say is...the chickens made it to the ranch OK...but we are not sure where the donkey is. OK?? That's all the information you get for now...and I know it's killing you!
MS and I worked our collective asses off today at the craft show and it's a good thing everything was in braille cuz I couldn't see a f**king thing! And yes...they had sandwiches. And I ate them. And a banana. And hot tea. And some blueberry stuff (but MS didn't see me, so don't tell her...I'll teach her to leave me alone!!) It was pretty good.
Lots of interesting stuff there. I sold a variety of things and was happy to leave. There were quite a few people there when we left but so what. It was a long enough day as it was. And then....there's tomorrow!!
I kept smelling apple pie there all day and it was driving me crazy. It's a sign from God.
If I was energetic I would make some more, or at least sew up some more, hats tonight. We'll see.
I made a good connection. A lady named Janna, who is a photographer here in Alpine and specializes in baby pictures, wants several baby hats! She doesn't care what color, and would like some with the little animal ears on them. Sounds fun. I prefer an order for something rather than just hope for the best. I have a few patterns already, but will look up a few more.
I feel so much better today. Several people were telling me about their illnesses today and the rash of flu's that are making the rounds. It don't sound good!
I am pooped so I will watch the Quick and the Dead with Sam Elliot for a while and then sleep. Have a nice evening!
b
MS and I worked our collective asses off today at the craft show and it's a good thing everything was in braille cuz I couldn't see a f**king thing! And yes...they had sandwiches. And I ate them. And a banana. And hot tea. And some blueberry stuff (but MS didn't see me, so don't tell her...I'll teach her to leave me alone!!) It was pretty good.
Lots of interesting stuff there. I sold a variety of things and was happy to leave. There were quite a few people there when we left but so what. It was a long enough day as it was. And then....there's tomorrow!!
I kept smelling apple pie there all day and it was driving me crazy. It's a sign from God.
If I was energetic I would make some more, or at least sew up some more, hats tonight. We'll see.
I made a good connection. A lady named Janna, who is a photographer here in Alpine and specializes in baby pictures, wants several baby hats! She doesn't care what color, and would like some with the little animal ears on them. Sounds fun. I prefer an order for something rather than just hope for the best. I have a few patterns already, but will look up a few more.
I feel so much better today. Several people were telling me about their illnesses today and the rash of flu's that are making the rounds. It don't sound good!
I am pooped so I will watch the Quick and the Dead with Sam Elliot for a while and then sleep. Have a nice evening!
b
Thursday, December 2, 2010
I'm as ready as I am gonna get
Craft Show Countdown - 1 day. I am ready. Everything is packed . Even Francine.
MS and I are a goin' to the craft show and we is gonna sell sell sell!! Or buy buy buy...whatever comes first. I am drooling as we speak for one of those free sandwiches!
I feel a lot better today. I am tired tonight, though. Partly the cold medication and partly because I am just tired.
I could go to sleep right now, but it's only 7 pm and I'd be awake at midnight and stay that way. Nothing is on TV tonight. Hopefully if it turns into movie night...it's not war or cowboy movie night. Oh crap...it's 'Secrets of the Secret Service' again. I think I'll take a shower...for an hour.
Hold on...we got a funny movie in the player! Gotta take a quick shower and watch it. And rest for tomorrow...Have a nice nite
b
MS and I are a goin' to the craft show and we is gonna sell sell sell!! Or buy buy buy...whatever comes first. I am drooling as we speak for one of those free sandwiches!
I feel a lot better today. I am tired tonight, though. Partly the cold medication and partly because I am just tired.
I could go to sleep right now, but it's only 7 pm and I'd be awake at midnight and stay that way. Nothing is on TV tonight. Hopefully if it turns into movie night...it's not war or cowboy movie night. Oh crap...it's 'Secrets of the Secret Service' again. I think I'll take a shower...for an hour.
Hold on...we got a funny movie in the player! Gotta take a quick shower and watch it. And rest for tomorrow...Have a nice nite
b
Wednesday, December 1, 2010
It's 9:24 PM and I am officially blind
I am done. I am done making earrings. I cannot see. I cannot see to pee. I cannot see to pee you see. Therefore I cannot pee. Damn! What a talent...
I have strung my last bead. Here's the funny part. I probably won't sell one single pair of earrings!! Oh well... I only have to print off cards which I will do in a few minutes and then I will put the earrings on the cards....and they will be ready for the show.
I have the mother of all headaches now. But it is my fault. I really strained my eyes. I feel much better from cold symptoms, except for the sore throat, still, but I can honestly say I feel better. I am drinking hot tea with honey. No, I'm not supposed to have honey...but I'm not supposed to have a sore throat, either!
It was an easy day today. And will be again tomorrow. Thank goodness. I will be home early and rest. I need to set up at the craft show on Friday around noon. It's open until 8:30 Friday night...but ain't no way I'm staying there till then. It opens again at 8:30 Sat morning and that's good enough for me. BFFMS is going to take me down to the show on Saturday and we can get a preview of the stuff. It won't take me long to set up so we can scout the place out ( and eat free sandwiches!) You never know when people are going to show up. It looks like the weather will be nice all weekend.
I need to check my Craft Show Checklist. I am pretty sure I have everything packed. I'll only need exta water. I already have snack stuff.
I think I'll go print the cards and go to bed. I am physically tired tonight. But in a good way. See you tomorrow!
b
I have strung my last bead. Here's the funny part. I probably won't sell one single pair of earrings!! Oh well... I only have to print off cards which I will do in a few minutes and then I will put the earrings on the cards....and they will be ready for the show.
I have the mother of all headaches now. But it is my fault. I really strained my eyes. I feel much better from cold symptoms, except for the sore throat, still, but I can honestly say I feel better. I am drinking hot tea with honey. No, I'm not supposed to have honey...but I'm not supposed to have a sore throat, either!
It was an easy day today. And will be again tomorrow. Thank goodness. I will be home early and rest. I need to set up at the craft show on Friday around noon. It's open until 8:30 Friday night...but ain't no way I'm staying there till then. It opens again at 8:30 Sat morning and that's good enough for me. BFFMS is going to take me down to the show on Saturday and we can get a preview of the stuff. It won't take me long to set up so we can scout the place out ( and eat free sandwiches!) You never know when people are going to show up. It looks like the weather will be nice all weekend.
I need to check my Craft Show Checklist. I am pretty sure I have everything packed. I'll only need exta water. I already have snack stuff.
I think I'll go print the cards and go to bed. I am physically tired tonight. But in a good way. See you tomorrow!
b
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