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Sunday, November 21, 2010

Ah sweet msytery of life...I found you

No I didn't. I'm just screwing with your head. I did find some Chinese food and a turkey sandwich though. I came home one tired puppy tonight. I was a horrible day. Completely exhausting. Tomorrow better be better! And I mean it.

BFFMS reminded me the craft show is next weekend. DRAT!! I better get busy. I reminded her that she needs to go with me. I am trying to bribe her with free sandwiches and cookies (the ladies of the craft show are providing them for the vendors...but a free lunch is a free lunch). I am hoping for good cold weather (hat sales). But nice weather. No rain.

And I was thinking about Thanksgiving 3 years ago. We had snow here and it was beautiful.

I am only writing a couple of paragraphs tonight. I am really tired and am nursing a backache. (Work induced) But maybe more tomorrow.

Oh...did you see the Blue Moon tonight?? I was glorious. 

Later friends...

b

Saturday, November 20, 2010

Why must people just keep pissing me off!

Here's the deal. One of the 'musicians' who supposedly played last night at the local dive, Railroad Blues, called and said he had left something in his room and he'd be over in 10 minutes. That was at 10:30 this morning. I...#1 because I didn't give a shit...thought he had come and gone. Well...at 2:30 this afternoon he shows up in the office and says he needs to get his $70 electric toothbrush. Well guess what. It wasn't in the room. I was in the big green metal box we call the dumpster. Here's where the problem begins.

In the real world, housekeeping should have brought it in and put it in 'found'. Well...they didn't. They said it was in the bathroom and didn't work so they threw it out. Yes...this was a mistake. It should have been kept...just in case and just because. But it wasn't. When Music Man demanded it be taken out of the dumpster...'housekeeper' said...I'm not getting it out of there.

He thought differently. By now he was standing at the laundry room door. He thought someone...other than him, by God, should get it out of there.

I, mouthy bitch that I am, said, "You do realize it is in the dumpster?"

He said, "Yes, but it cost $70 and I called and said I left it and would come get it."

I said, " Well, you also said you would be here 5 (I think it was really 4, but who's counting...)hours ago and I just don't know what to tell you."

He said, "Well...it cost $70 and I am pretty upset that it was thrown out."

I said, "Well, next time maybe you should check your room a little better before you leave it."

He, getting a little antsy said, "Well, I don't know why it just wasn't brought to your lost and found department."

I have to admit...he had a valid point.

I said, "Well, it wasn't."

He said, "Well, someone needs to get it for me.

I, by now I'm more pissed, said, "Let's go."  Out the door I went.

We got to the dumpster and I started picking up bags. I looked at him after each bag I held up.

He said, "My trash only had a couple of cups in it...maybe they put it with another bag!"

Whatever.

"Is this it?" Nope. "Is this it?" Nope. "Is this it?" Nope. And I am chucking the bags to the side.

He said, "That's it..." No shit. The bristle end was sticking through the bag. He dramatically pulls it out with his middle and index fingers and there is food stuff stuck to it. There was food in the bag. Surprise.

He said, " I paid $70 for this toothbrush. I have a bad tooth and I really like this brush and I paid $70 for this and..."

SHUT THE FUCK UP!! I know what you paid for it!!

Enough is enough. I told him to give me the toothbrush and I'd replace it. He said he really needed it tonight and he wanted to know who to talk to in order to get this resolved. Couldn't the lady in the office do something??

I said no she couldn't and no one would be able to anything until Monday morning. Call Jennifer and she will help you. He said, yeah like she'll call me back...

I told him she would...blah blah blah...and then I said...look...go up front and give them your address and I will personally see to it that you receive a new toothbrush just like this one!!

"Well," he said, "Is there a pharmacy in town, or a Walgreen's where I can get a replacement head or brush?"

"Um...no!! This is Alpine...! Everything closes at noon on Saturday except Alco. That's your choice. But give me the toothbrush and I'll replace it."

Guess what. He took the toothbrush...did NOT go to the office and off into the sunset he drove. If he calls back...great. If he doesn't...great. I found the exact toothbrush on...you guessed it...Amazon! for $19.99. Yes it was $59.99 msrp...who cares. And the replacement head was $11.99 and three brushes were $8.99. I'll deal with it if we ever hear back from him.

There's more to the story but this is enough shit for one day. What a pain in the ass this job is.

Husband made me tortilla soup for supper. It was wonderful.

My blood sugar is so messed up. It has been extremely low all day...actually since yesterday. I probably should call the ER and tell/ask them about it...but I won't. I'm thinking that now that it's getting in check...perhaps I have too much medication in me. I'll find out on Tuesday. In the mean time...I'll eat sugar. Damn!!

I cleaned out the refrigerator. Sort of. There was some mystery stuff in there. I'm sure glad those cheap Glad containers are...cheap. Sometimes it's too scary to even open them. And I know I haven't made anything fuzzy lately. I found a little bit of sour cream that went perfectly on the potatoes I ate a a few minutes ago. I'm not supposed to have sour cream. Now I don't have to worry about it anymore.

I think I'll settle back and watch TV. Ahhh...the end of a perfect day! See you later!

b

Friday, November 19, 2010

The (short lived) sweet smell of success

Got a lot done today. A feeling of success. Although it was superficial to anyone else...we got mostly organized. Not completely...but made an honest stab at it. We still have a long way to go but will take baby steps. Many moons ago, when B&B Remodeling was in complete control of all of their stuff..i.e. tools, equipment, stuff...we didn't worry about where we left anything. It was exactly where we left it. In our room. But quite a few 'light fingered handy helpers' have done just that. Helped themselves. And moved our shit! And that...my friends...really pisses us off. So...since we were hauling a lot of our stuff back to our storage room after finishing #2, we decide to eliminate a bunch of shit and put our stuff where we wanted it. Like I said...some stuff is in a temporary home...but we know where it is. It looks so much better.

It wasn't terrifically busy today and we actually got our checks early and got to the bank before they closed...another monumental feat around here. We ran a couple of errands this morning, mainly picking up medication at the pharmacy. I have a DR appt. on Tuesday...but only had enough meds till Saturday. Hmmmm....so I called DR and asked for more. They give me 30 at a time (this conversation sounds familiar...so if you've heard it already...sorry!) and I take 4 a day. You do the math. I seriously hope DR cuts the meds down. Maybe my vision would improve! I have been keeping my blood sugar in the 'amazingly good range'. A little below to a little above 100. I have cheated only a couple of times and it wasn't critical. I am eating right...very right...as a matter of fact. So it stands to reason. I am proud of myself. I think I need a treat!! Something that involves chocolate and caramel!! Yes!!!

The 'Go Texan' group was set up at the courthouse today for the opening day of Gallery Night. The Women's Club of Alpine was sponsoring them. I think it's the Juniorettes (?) or vice versa. They had called me to have a table. Not a bad idea except you never know what the weather will be like. It's 100% going to be cold...especially since you are supposed to stay 'set up' until way after dark when the crowds come out...and today was quite breezy. I'd call it windy myself. Glad I didn't do it. When we drove past on the way back from the bank, several of the tables had already closed up.

Pretty much everybody walking around at night is going to stay on the main street anyway since that's where all the action it. All of the stores...with free food and wine...and the galleries are there as well as the beer and any entertainment. It would be nuts to stay at the courthouse and hope for foot traffic. It's going on again all day tomorrow and I bet the crowd is better. Hopefully. The craft show is enough for me. And no I didn't get anything creative done today. I wasn't in the mood.

I just ate an orange it was wonderful. Nice and juicy and really tasted like an orange. It's so hard to get good fruit.

Petrageous Designs Silly Kitty 6.5" Oval Pet Bowl
I ordered a present for Tom. He will be so excited.  He doesn't know yet...so I won't let him read this. I want it to be a surprise! 

I think it's quite cute. And it looks just like him!

I got a cherry pie today. I had ordered it from a friend who's little boy was selling them to raise money for his soccer team. This was obviously pre-diabetes. I wouldn't mind having a piece of it right now...but It's in freezer where it belongs!! It's my home made contribution to Thanksgiving.

I think I want to get my hair trimmed next week. It's growing out and I look like a bushman. Mostly the top looks like shit. Of course if I didn't go to bed with wet hair and f**k it all up it might not look so bad. Tough. Obviously I can't see it, except when I go by a mirror...which I try to avoid. I saw it today. Bad. Very bad.

I need to co-ordinate all of this in one day. Dr day. If I remember.

Well...I'm off to shower (and do my hair). Have a nice night!!

b

Thursday, November 18, 2010

Much better today

Thanks for asking! I do feel better and I don't know why...ours is not to question why...right??

The shower 'remodel' is done on in #2. I am so glad. I think that was part of the headache, too. But alas...the job is complete.

I came home and threw some stuff out. I just walked over to the mess and pitched it. I only have a few magazines to check out and out they go. I had ordered a couple of three ring binders to 'organize' and I will begin to fill those up. Husband has one overflowing with his personal recipes. I have dividers by main ingredient so I'll have to figure out book one from book two.

Fa la la la Felt: 45 Handmade Holiday Decorations
I got a craft book in the mail today with felt ornaments.
I couldn't help it! The little trees on the front cover were
so cute! And the stuff inside is really cute, too. Excellent
investment!

I already have a bunch of stuff cut out to sew...but I am always looking for new ideas. And I like ideas that are already made for me.

I am going to make a few pairs of earrings tonight. I have them ready to assemble...so I know the colors match! The hats are done and ready to go. (I was busy today!) I sort of went through the 'craft show box' and I think I need another one. This one is pretty full. I am packing all of the items that are ready to go (such as the hats and Francine's head) Here's a good one...I already know what I am going to wear! Not like it's a big deal...but I will be fully prepared!

I need to eat something and might be back. I want to finish off these magazines while I eat.

Later......

b

Wednesday, November 17, 2010

This won't be long

I still have a headache. My neck hurts which is not a good thing. Typical migraine symptoms. So I am taking a hot shower and then some Excedrin Migraine. I have held off long enough.

Busy day. Stressful. I had to think too much. Painful.

I only have two hats left to sew up the back. I have decided that when I make another one (?) I will completely finish it. No more waiting to do them all at once. I have enough hats for the craft show anyway and will hope to get some other things done. And I will.

Poinsetta Scroll Printed Tablecloth, 100-Percent PolyesterI found a really nice table cover on Amazon. It's pretty...don't you think? The rich color will compliment anything I have. I used a shower curtain last year and it looked really nice. But I wanted something different this year. I have my 'Craft Show Box' pretty much intact, but I think I'll get it out in the next couple of days to sort it out. I have last minute Christmas stuff to add. And I know I need some business cards. 

Sleeping With the Enemy is on. It's better than Forrest Gump.

I think I'll go have that shower and medicate with some hot tea. See you later...

b

Monday, November 15, 2010

Cookies

OK...since we all know that I am on the brink of death from this diabetes shit...I have to share my miracle cure with you. Cookies. Yes...I said...cookies. I get tons of emails now with recipes and hints and garbage for diabetics. Then....I got this recipe. And I made them a little while ago. They are amazing. And incredibly easy to make. Yes there are still carbs...but they are nominal. And I mean it...these cookies are very tasty.

Here goes:

1 cup oatmeal (Old Fashioned)
1/3 cup Splenda
1 cup unsweetened applesauce
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 egg
1 tsp. vanilla

\Mix together and drop by large spoonfuls on a greased (Pam) cookie sheet. Bake at 350 for 15 minutes. Eat!! This amount of batter makes 10 cookies.

They are a cake-y cookie and delicious. Next time I'll add some chopped pecans. The reviews were all good and someone suggested adding chocolate chips or raisins. (Both sound good!) But these are worth making...so easy!

I was going to work on some stuff...but I have a headache. I've had it all day and I am sure it's weather related. The wind was wild and the dirt blowing was even wilder. It was a front moving in and through. And I hope it's gone. But I still have the headache and I feel like I was sand blasted.

Sam the Cooking Guy is cooking Chinese. It looks really good.

My hands are so rough! I need some Corn Husker's Lotion. I use a lot of hand cream and lotion in general because it is so dry out here.

I think I'll go scrap the dirt off and lie down. I took some Tylenol a couple of hours ago...but it doesn't seem to be working yet. Maybe after some screaming hot water....have a nice night.

b

Saturday, November 13, 2010

It's Complicated

That's the name of the movie coming on HBO tonight at 7. It's supposed to be funny. I hope it is. I want to watch something funny.

It was busy today. I hated it. But the day is over and I am home waiting for 7 o'clock. I ate some broccoli for supper...so far. I need more food, but am pacing myself. I had a grilled chicken salad from Dairy Queen today and it was very good. Surprising. But evidently I didn't eat enough protein. I am still trying to figure this food thing out. Gail, who works in the office is diabetic and when I told her how I felt...she said "Not enough protein!". I believe her.

So I ate some nuts when I got home and I did feel a little better. I felt like I was shaking on the inside. That is not a good feeling. I'll be more careful. I woke up with a headache this morning and I haven't had a headache in 3 weeks. I'm not sure why. My BS was good. Maybe it's the weather. I don't know.

I will work on some more hats tonight. I seriously need to finish them and maybe in a few days I can make some earrings. I can't see any better, yet, but if I work in the light of the day maybe I can create!! Or nothing will match and I won't give a shit anyway....

I should finish those teddy bears I started last year...Wait...I have to use the sewing machine and thread the needle...screw that. Damn I'm lazy!!! See!!! That just goes to show you that you just can't predict the future. It's the old...you can wish in one hand and crap in the other...guess which hand always fills up first for me!!

It was chilly here this morning  (Sorry my Yankee family...I can see your weather!) But it was nice. (Does that make it any better??)

OK. I just watched the movie. It was definitely a chick flick. Husband slept through it anyway. But I liked it. 

I only finished 2 hats. I was absorbed in the movie. And since I have to wear my redneck bi-focals...2 different sets mind you...one for close work and one for TV!!!! it was too much trouble to keep switching them so I just watched TV. I think I'll do a couple more when I'm done here. Maybe not...I still have a bit of a headache. I'm thinking it's my eyes.

I need a shower but don't feel like getting wet. Ever had that feeling?

I hope there is something else on TV. Husband is awake and watching the Outdoor Channel. Damn deer hunters. At least it's not Hitler on the History Channel! I think I'll take that shower and get comfortable enough to work on a couple hats and then hit the hay. I'm thinking it will be another busy day tomorrow...nite!!

b