Happy Sunday!
Up, caffeinating, breakfasted and fixing to do KP. Sis and BIL should be here sometime today.
When I took Nelson out this morning, he was doing his business when my neighbor with the sweet pittie opened his door to take her out. Nelson lost his mind. We did manage a brief introduction to the dogs, but it will take a while for Nelson to chill and make friends.
Stay safe and healthy y’all!
oopsie What exactly do they expect you to do with a busted trash bin? I would be raising a fuss.
shoe Sounds like you’re in for some rough shifts for a while - a broken POS and main line is a lot to deal with.
Mollie yay for the fundraiser and a good time chatting with others!
Please forgive some ignorant questions (I know nothing about wiring) - you mentioned you had insulation removed before the new was put down. Was the old insulation also over the wiring? Either way, since it sounds like it was installed improperly, isn’t the insulation installer responsible for making right about what was done?
I had leftover Thai red curry for dinner last night. It was spicy to begin with, but after marinating in the fridge for a day - holy cow I was breathing fire last night! But OMG it was too delicious to stop. My stash of Tums has been seriously depleted.
I need to get moving this morning and go to the grocery store before the Sunday Horde descends. And then a late lunch with my mom and some of her friends - I’m not thrilled about the restaurant they want to go to. The menu is small and the dishes are inconsistent at best, but they have inexpensive carafes of mimosas and I suspect that has been the leading factor in today’s selection.
Enjoy Sunday!
Transplanting is done. Iris at the top of the slope, day lilies at the bottom. It still needs to be mulched, but I ran out of steam. Plus it started drizzling. So I’m showered, dressed, and lunched. I think maybe some ibuprofen for lunch dessert…
FCD is on his way back from the boat - he had to measure something for a tool cabinet he’s building. He called when I had a mouthful of sammich to ask if I wanted to go to lunch. Too late… Maybe supper?
Not sure what the rest of the day will hold…
Maybe it was still in the washer/dryer from a previous load? Happens to me fairly often.
Afternoon, mumpers! It’s currently 21c/72f with no predicted change, and cloudy. Weather app says “It’s nice outside if you like overcast fucking nonsense. If you don’t, you’re fucked.”
My mother was convinced that curry was invented to disguise the less-fresh state of whatever meat was in it. This was based on her experience of curries when she stationed in Egypt doing her National Service. I couldn’t persuade her that curry could be tasty, to the end she flatly refused to try it!
Awww…that sounds like a fabulous conversation with Amy, and she’s quite right, you are beautiful.
{{{{{shoe}}}}} I hope the POS gets fixed soon, and you don’t have to deal with annoying people either.
Oopsie fingers and paws crossed for HusbandBFF. And well done with the Lego, it looks fab!
We are safely back home from our trip to Welsh Wales, the Travel Gods were good to us and we had virtually no delays in either direction. We arrived at our accommodation, checked in and got changed, then got an Uber to Cardiff Castle. Getting into the festival was pretty straightforward and it was not a long walk from the entry point to the castle grounds.
We found a nice spot to sit quite a way back from the stage and off to one side so we stayed right up until the headline band came on, then we went all the way down to the right-hand side of the stage. The weather was kind, it was overcast and cloudy in the early evening so it was very nice to be outside in that. All the bands were very good and we had a great time.
We left our accommodation this morning and headed into Newport to a café we found online but before we got there, we drove past another little café so did a quick u-turn and went there instead. Breakfast was delicious, and exactly what we needed before the long drive home. Temperatures have dropped about by 6c today so it’s much more pleasant. The house was registering 27c when we got in so we’ve opened all the windows, given the cats fresh food and water, and hopefully it will cool down soon.
I have unpacked, moved dry laundry out of the bathroom and am washing a load of bedding. I bought some new bedding a couple of weeks ago and hadn’t even taken it out of the packaging. It’s in the wash now, so it’ll be going on the bed later this week.
I am tired, I need more tea, and I have a need to impersonate a sloth on my sofa!
Good morning. I’m at the Costco getting new tires put on Mrs Magill’s highlander. She’s gonna be putting a lot of miles on it in July. She’s planning to drive Fang home on the 5th, then while she’s there, she’ll drive to Plano to visit her office there - at least a four hour round trip. She’ll come home the following Saturday and immediately turn around and take Squeaky to Raleigh for NC State camp. She’ll split her time that week between Raleigh and Charlotte, where her parents live - and she’s got an office there, too. She’ll have a day of rest (and laundry) Saturday, when Squeaky will be able to visit his Granddad. Then Sunday they’ll embark on a college campus tour all over the Northeast and Midwest - from Buffalo to Iowa. I’ll need to do something nice for her when she gets back. Maybe get her a massage.
Shoe - Saturday night at a pizza place with the POS down? Are you sure there wasn’t some tall, red-skinned, goateed dude in the corner holding a pitchfork?
That would be confusing and Metal as hell.
It’s funny how much I like talking about it with somebody who’s in my circle, since I can let my guard down and not watch every single word I say.
Tires done. Time to grab some eggs and bread.
Yesterday I tried to move the downstairs couch, which included disconnecting the (heavy) arms and then reconnecting them upon discovering that I couldn’t budge the rest of it. I just want it a few inches to the right and then a few inches forward, but between the carpeting and the weight of the main section – which includes a chaise – it ain’t movin’. Even with furniture-moving pads under the feet. I’ve lived alone for a long time and have never had a piece of furniture that I couldn’t figure out how to move on my own…I even shoved my big solid-wood dresser across the carpeted bedroom myself shortly after I moved in! Anyway, it’s mostly alright where it is; I’ll wait until someone is around who can help me try to lift-and-shift[1].
I tell ya, though, my back is not happy this morning! Sitting in my Aeron desk chair is probably the most comfortable I can get/the best thing for it. But still, I’m not sure how happy to be about the fact that after this post I need to stay up here and work for a while before I can adjourn to the Lego table (aka my kitchen table). 
At least I thought ahead when I was in the kitchen early this morning to take my meds and grab a protein shake, and I brought lunch up for later (a banana and an Uncrustable, for those who are wondering!). At some point I need to do laundry, but otherwise once I’m done working I can just chill today. And the Yankees game is on Peacock tonight! 
I did start a new Lego set last night: I thought it would be the Shelby Cobra, but when it was time to actually open a box I wound up going for the Dumbledore’s Office book nook. I finished the small middle section before going to bed. There’s already a cool hidden thing: the Sword of Gryffindor is in a compartment under Dumbledore’s desk. 
It’s going to be yet another long and busy week at work, including two separate projects – including the one I’m temporarily managing – having significant customer events. Like the 2-hour briefing that I’m facilitating tomorrow afternoon (which, luckily, is just virtual!). There’s also a bunch of annoying administrative stuff happening. And it’s gonna be +100°F Wed/Thu/Fri. 
I said before that I’m really glad Friday is a federal holiday: knowing that it’s only a 4-day week will go a long way toward helping me get through it.
In happy news, though, the lease for the house I just moved out of ends on Tuesday: as of Wednesday morning I’ll no longer be responsible for anything there! I’ll pay the final utility bills in July, then all that will remain is to wait for my security deposits – both regular and pet – to be returned. The property manager told me on the phone that he agrees the house is in great shape and he doesn’t plan to charge me for the three sets of mini-blinds I hadn’t replaced, so I should get 100% of both deposits back sometime before mid-August (we’ll see[2]). That will be a big relief, both financially and because then I’ll finally really be done with that place.
A 19% increase is a big deal/wonderful! 
It’s hard to read, but that’s exactly what the “paper” in the typewriter says:
Ok, so, now I’m a little scared of your manager… 
Nah: one was just Snoopy lying on top of the doghouse, and the other was Snoopy and Woodstock roasting marshmallows around a campfire (I put those pieces in a baggie in case I ever want to build that scene). I would totally buy a WWI Flying Ace set, though – and/or Joe Cool! I really hope they do more Snoopy sets in the future.
I inherited it when I moved in: my property manager told me that the refuse company switched to new recycling bins a while back, but “for some reason” they never took the old one away. My guess is that a previous tenant simply didn’t put it out when they should have. So I’m stuck with it, unless I decide to contact the company someday. But I really don’t need three trash bins – regular, new recycling, and the old one – taking up space in my one-car garage: I was happy enough to wheel the old one around to the back and park it out of the way. I’m never going to use the back yard/space under the deck, and I keep the vertical blinds on that sliding glass door closed all of the time (so I hardly ever even look out there).
Sounds like an excellent trip indeed! Hooray!
Yeah, the Sunday puzzle is large, but usually doable; although today’s had me falling short by about four answers.
67F at the moment. Woke up late to dark clouds rolling in. Then a thunderstorm erupted and dumped at least an inch of rain on us. Good for forest fires and plants, of course. Seems to have pretty much blown itself out at this point and we didn’t lose power. Tomorrow will see us in the 90s.
Savory oatmeal for breakfast and I have no idea about dinner, although I made a big Waldorf salad yesterday, so that will be part of it.
I cleaned, dusted, and vacuumed. I changed Spot’s litterbox. I took out the trash and recycling, and swept the porch and sidewalk. Spot is alternating Screaming Tuxedo Zoomies and killing Lambchop.
This is why we love you.
But then she could go to Ambecrombie&Fitch with Mckeighleh!
Technically they only have to give me 17.5 hours a week, but I can type, and nobody else wants to be a damge clerk, so I make a good living for Spot.
{{{{JtC}}}}
They ignore it, come in, and say the words “false advertising” like it’s a spell that terrorizes you and makes you give in. Luckily I never failed a saving through vs. Stupidity.
Or MetalMouse is the recipient end for the lost sock wormhole
I just made my FB link public. Apologies to anyone who couldn’t access it.
Lazies continue. I should be wearing my sloth t-shirt.
It’s 95°F right now. I had some errands to run and then lunch at the local brewery, because by golly sometimes a girl needs a beer and a good burger.
An old friend from high school reached out to see how I was doing. I had previously looped ber in, and she wanted to see how Pride Month was going. I let her know my chosen name and why I’d chosen it. She liked the sentiment.
I am now hiding in the A/C. I probably won’t emerge until it’s time for yoga.
I think you are downplaying how important that type of interaction can be for your mental health. I have only had a small taste of what you’re dealing with - my politics run counter to the majority of people where I live, so I keep a tight reign on what I say or respond to. Having trusted people where I can just say what I think without worrying about walking through a minefield is huge. And that’s not something near as deeply, intensely personal and existential as what you’re dealing with.
So big hug, friend, and I hope you can build a large circle.
oopsie I love your enthusiasm for Legos. It’s never been my thing, but your enthusiasm keeps making me think I should give it a go!
Do you want to go full time, or are you happy with the hours/benefits you currently get? It seems like you’re already always at work, so I’m also surprised you’re only part time!
Lunch has been lunched, and thankfully my mom and her friends didn’t have a lot of hang in them today so we were done after a couple of hours. Now it is time for the Sunday chores while the Sunday Scaries begin to lurk in the corners. I’m not looking forward to this week at work - there will barely be any work to do so the days will pass very slowly, and word is slowly getting around about something that happned last week so the rumor mill will be running full-bore.
It really did. It was just a very disappointing experience because I can’t raise my right arm past my waist without using my other hand so washing my pits was annoying enough to bring many words to my lips.
It will go better now that I know bar soap isn’t my thing ATM.
Hubs is being really sweet about this whole thing but like I’ve long suspected, he doesn’t see all of the little shit that needs doing every day. He will do it when I point it out, but it would be so much easier if I could just do it myself.
George tells me he can see the bottom of his kibble blow. I used to be able to open the fud closet door, unseal the bin and scoop a cup out. Now I have to go and find Hubs, get his attention and tell him what the problem is while George is actively dying of hunger.
It was a dark and stormy night . . . oh heck, ninja’d by doggio
If you ever have or go to a cookout, that would be the appropriate time to put this scenario together. I have an Instagram post in my Saved Snoopy collection that has the gang (Linus, Sally, Peppermint Patty, Charlie Brown, Lucy) roasting marshmallows and Snoopy is sitting next to Lucy typing on his laptop computer. The very first Instagram post that I saved when I started a Snoopy collection is Snoopy and Woodstock roasting marshallows accompanied by 2 other beagle scouts (birds). The caption says "Happiness is a campfire in Autumn!
nellie not sure what STBX stands for but I’m going with SIL That Became eX-SIL. I’m very sorry your daughter had to go through whatever he put her through. Hugs for ND (Nellie’s Daughter). 
Weird day. Hubs threw up several times between 6:30 and 6:50. He said he also had cramps in his hands and legs; thought he was just dehydrated. I was lectoring at 10am mass. Originally Hubs was going to join me then we were going to go to the Jagged Fork for brunch afterwards. That was out. So, I tiptoed upstairs when I got home; he was sound asleep. Made myself eggs scrambled with red bell pepper, parsley and cheddar on top. Also had leftover steak and 'taters with it and a slice of DKB toast. Then I went to Kroger and bought a bottle of Electrolyte drink for Hubs. He was just getting up when I returned so I poured a big glass for him then went back to church to procure a Holy Eucharist for him. We watched mass together on TV and I gave him the host during the TV communion. Then I thoroughly watered the garden; I really prefer to do so early in the morning but today was not the day.
Another lovely cool day today! They will soon be gone, so I will savor them while they’re here. The day started in the low 50Ferrets and will climb to only 68F. < swoon!! >
This is also a great suggestion! If I can’t download them directly using the Doggio Method, I’ll try this next. Honestly, I’m just sort of relieved that I’m not the only person who has struggled with this. Thanks for sharing your way of doing it.
I’m glad. 
That was the goal, TMI notwithstanding. And thanks also for sharing your facility (or more accurately, lack of same!) with your cell phone – I do feel better! The whole mobile phone phenomenon developed and blew right past me while I lived in this place with no cell coverage. I couldn’t even figure out how to answer my phone the first time someone called me on it: “Swipe? What is this swipe??” 
red, I hope Nelson relaxes sooner rather than later over your neighbor’s pittie. Some dogs just bother our pets. Dogs with long fur seem to set Ollie off. I don’t think he sees them as dogs.
52, my Pad Kra Pao did the exact same thing last night. This is the one restaurant in town that takes heat seriously, and I am so glad for that! Only as you say, the heat intensifies the longer you leave it to do its thing so leftovers can become quite fiery. Glad you had Tums aplenty! Also glad the Mom Squad didn’t have much staying power today.
boofae, your outing sounds so fun! I love how you and 'im Indoors stay busy doing enjoyable things. We could all take a page from your playbook.
Mollie, giving Mrs. Magill the gift of a massage is so thoughtful – she will appreciate that a lot! I’m happy to hear how much validation you’re getting.
cat glove, I hope Hubs is better soon. The vomiting without any explanation is a bit worrisome. Hope it resolves without further concern.
Sometimes it’s good to hand over the reins for awhile, just to remember that others may not do things the way we prefer, but they’re still capable of pinch-hitting when necessary. I’m glad you have Hubs to help. This too shall pass! You’ll whip things back into shape in no time.
Today was for getting a start on cleaning rain gutters and blowing off the patio and other cemented areas around the house. I found some trim that needs repainting, too. Mornings will be busy for awhile.
I’ll roast a whole chicken with vegetables for dinner because it’s still cool enough to do that, and I’ll have dinners sorted for a few days. It usually goes: Roast chicken with sides for the first 2 days, then chicken salad of some kind, then chicken soup or pot pie or sandwiches or stuffed pita or, or, or. I have so many recipes for chicken…
Enjoy your evenings, all!
Yeah, I don’t know if the tomatoes like it, but I sure do!
Looks like your 'maters are going to love it starting on the 4th, so not long to wait now! They can wait a little longer.
Mrs. Nott has a small business of selling and reselling purses and jewelry, in the Poshmark system. Today, several of them are doing mini-shows in a row. The Poshers call that a train. Back when I was in high school, pulling a train was slang for a girl having sex with several boys in quick succession. Today’s event was not that kind of train.
Safe travel wishes for Mrs. Magill.
Oopsie, some refuse companies will do a “large pickup” at no extra charge if you call and ask.
Shane Van Gisbergen won the NASCAR road race today. His car was fading fast at the end, and Chase Briscoe very nearly caught him.
I have posted bits of info on the vacant house next door. It had sat empty for about three years and was in pretty rough shape. Last summer there was a guy who knocked on our door wanting to talk about it. He is a flipper. He was very interested, and he would stop by often. He was trying to get the house direct from the family but they wouldn’t sell. He finally bought it at the tax auction.
He has been working pretty hard on it. He has had plenty of time to get the interior done but there is still a lot of activity there. He has told me that he has a dozen houses in various condition and I was wondering if he was using the house next door as his office space. My wife said “why don’t you google him?” so I did.
He is on our state Sex Offender Registry! He was sent to prison for 25 years in Texas for Felony Aggravated Sexual Assault! this is the record of the case
I hope that your hubby is feeling better, cat glove.
I have a functioning desktop now! Got it hooked up this afternoon (shout out to BIL for solving a connection issue for me) and connected the new to me printer (yay! a printer that does what I need it to do edit-wise and doesn’t need a !@#$ing app). I’ll install a couple of games and Office365 later.