I'm psychic....

Recently, I wrote an entry about how all of us mom's at the bus stop ride our kids scooters home once the kids get on the bus. And I did a funny little thing about falling off....I must be psychic....

Yesterday I was walking down to the bus stop, to wait for my dd to get home. I was talking to my sister on the cell phone as I was leisurely strolling down the sidewalk. I had left early, so I was the only one walking at that time. I decided that I had better hang up, because it would be rude to talk on the phone as the other moms arrived. So, as I'm saying goodbye I turn to look down the street, and what do I see?  I see the mom who has two boys, trying to ride both of their scooters (one on each foot), to the bus stop.  Inevitably she begins wobbling....becomes panicked....tries to casually jump off....and lands face first on the sidewalk.

I tell my sister, in a calm voice, "I have to go, one of the moms just fell off her son's scooters." From Indiana; hysterical laughter. So, I hang up and begin to walk to her, at which point she jups up into the "I'M ALLRIGHT!" stance....and takes a deep bow. Luckily she wasn't hurt, although she did get some dirt on her jeans. And she was wearing a new shirt that she had just bought that day....but it too survived the fall. I told her, "Honey, you are going to be the star of my next journal entry!" She laughed....and ask that I not use her name, in order to protect the clumsy.

I find it weird that I just wrote about this....and then it happened. So, lets try a little experiment, shall we? Here are my predictions....

Kara's dh will suddenly be struck with an overwhelming urge to become romantic 24/7.
Monica will be offered a job with National Geographic as a star photographer.
Cheezy will inherit a Krispy Kreme franchise.
Lisa will become Jon BonJovi's personal assistant.
Kim and I will become so skinny, you won't be able to see us when we turn sideways.
Sully will inherit a Borders Book store.
Lannywill win a lifetime of cruises for he and his wife.
Martha will find out that beer really IS good for you.

WE WILL ALL WIN THE LOTTERY!

 

Sad....

Dearly beloved, we are gathered here today to say farewell to an old friend....Sugar. Sugar has been with me for 34 years, and we have been best friends since the day we met. I remember our meeting as though it were yesterday. I had been crying for what seemed like my entire life, which up to that point had been around two months, when my mother brought Sugar to me. It only took one spoonful of blueberry buckle....and I was hooked.

Memories of childhood come rushing back to me now. Sugar and I together on the swingset, enjoying a cherry popcicle. Packed snugly into my Hong Kong Phooey lunch box was my chocolate snack pack. How we laughed together at the fair on the merry-go-round, holding a mile-high cotton candy on a paper cone.

The years passed and soon I was a teenager....and Sugar was right there beside me. Six packs of Coke seemed to disappear in an instant with friends. Our first sip of Strawberry wine....even our first kiss,lips drenched in blueberry flavored Baskin Robbins lip gloss. Of course, there was that time that Sugar and I weren't speaking. I had decided to "diet", and Sugar didn't hang around to watch. However, within a week we were back together again, celebrating our reunion with a box of Ho-Ho's.

As an adult, Sugar has been with me on my most memorable occasions. Our chocolate wedding cake, endless boxes of Valentine's Day candies from my husband....but it's not just the special occasions. Everyday things are made more special with my beloved Sugar. That morning cup of coffee, the bon-bons I eat while watching soap operas, and the ice cream after dinner. Sugar has been with me through happy times and sad times and has never let me down. Sugar has stuck by my side, and ON my side/hips/butt for my entire life.

They say you can never have too much of a good thing....however my doctor and the results of my glucose testssay differently. So, it is with great sadness I must bid farewell to my lifelong friend. Oh, I will be able to see Sugar on occasion....special celebrations, a Christmas cookie here and there....but our constant companionship must cease. I suppose it is for my own good. My health must come before my obsession with sweets; I wouldn't be a good wife or mother if I continue to feed my cravings and ruin my health. I will miss you,my friend. But remember, we'll always have the pumkin pie....

Your friend, Sherry

IT'S A BUOY!!!!

The B. family proudly announces the newest addition to their family, weighing 1500 lbs., 17 ft. long....

This is the kind of "welcome to the family" that my husband would love to print up and send out. Me? "Oh, yeah, we got a boat." He has been in the garage playing with his new toy since he brought it home. Our youngest has been out there with him, sitting in the driver's seat, pretending to steer. It's pretty cute. He's already talking about getting a top made for it....Martha, I can't say you didn't warn me! LOL....

Now, comes the daunting task of naming it. I am open to suggestions. The ones I like the most I will post in a few days and we can have a "boat vote"! How fun! So far my favorite is "John Buoy" since my hubby watched the Walton's as a kid....and his name is John....

Goodnight all!

"GY-NO-MITE!!!!"

Well, it's that time of the year again. Time to start planting flowers, mowing lawns, and....having my annual check-up. I went this morning and, along with the "usuals", we discussed some blood tests I had done earlier. It seems as though my sugar levels are out of whack, and a lot of the symptoms I've been experiencing are due to this fact. She put me on the SouthBeach Diet. I am so bummed. I suppose it could have been worse....she could have put me on Atkins....yuck! At least I have a bit more freedom on this one. Has anyone out there been on/is on this diet? What do you think of it? Any tips, tricks, or good sites out there to help me start up?

I forgot to mention....when I called to make my appointment, the receptionist asked me what I needed to be seen for. I responded with, "It's time for my annual check up." She responded with, and I am NOT making this up, "Would you like a pap with that?" I literally had to bite my tongue to keep from answering, "Yes, and could you supersize it?" OMG....the girl HAD to have been new. It was hysterical.

I'm still waiting to hear from dh about the boat. He is test driving it as we speak. I know what is going to happen....he's going to ask me what I think....yet will already have told the guy yes. *Sigh. Oh well. Maybe it will keep my mind off of carbohydrates!

P.S. Lanny....you are TOO funny. I actually LOL-ed and woke the dog!

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Here's the update....I hope everyone had a wonderful weekend!

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Friday!!!!

As I was riding up my driveway after taking my dd to the bus stop, I spotted a squirrel standing in my yard. He was so cute....sitting perfectly still, hoping I wouldn't see him. What a day to be without my camera.

I don't know if this is the trend elsewhere, but here in Florida, all the kids ride scooters....they are more popular than bikes among the pre-10 year old set. Every morning the kids race out to the bus stop and spend the wait time riding in circles, trying not to crash into each other. Then, as the bus pulls up, you hear them all dropping to the ground as the kids race to be the first one on the bus. Which, of course, leaves the moms to pick them up and take them home. I didn't notice until this morning, what a sight we all make. There were 5 moms, all over the age of 30, riding scooters down our street. I can only imagine what kind of site that was to anyone who happened to pass by, or look out their window. I have to say, riding that thing makes me feel young again. Rolling along, the wind whipping through my hair....of course, remembering that I am not a kid becomes quite apparent when I hit the curb and trip over myself into the driveway. I wonder what would happen if all of us fell off one morning. Can you imagine the 911 call?

"911, what is your emergency?"
"Ummm, well, I'm looking out my front window, and there are 5 sahm's lying in the street."
"Excuse me sir?"
"Uh, well, it looks like they may have fallen off their scooters."
"Scooters sir?"
"Yes, they are lying at the ends of their driveways with various broken bones...."
"Sir, you do realize that 911 is not a joke and is reserved for true emergencies?"
"No, really....they are out there....robes tangled, soaking up the spilled coffee from their shattered coffee mugs, slippers scattered across the street...."

Oh the humanity....

 

 

 

Surrounded at my desk....

It is an absolutely gorgeous day out there. The sun is shining and there is a fresh, spring breeze blowing....and I'm sitting here at my desk, surrounded by bills and paperwork. *Sigh. Being a grown up is no fun.

What I should do is hook up my incredibly slow lap top and go sit on the porch, but that would take gumption and energy....both of which I am lacking today. So, I just ran around the house, opening a few windows. That's better. The birds are really singing today!

On a high note, the car sold yesterday and the neighbors gave us a check for the mailbox....WOOHOO!!!! Now we can get it fixed, and dh can stop complaining that it looks like a hillbilly box. Oh please....he's such a drama king. After depositing the money in the bank from the sale yesterday, he brings home a "boat trader" book. You would think he'd let the money sit for a while, before spending it....but noooooo. I would like to use it to put up a fence, put in a new a/c unit, and possibly get my computer cleaned up and upgraded. However, I doubt that will happen. Oh well....

My parents are supposed to come over later, but as I check my buddy list, I see that my mom is online. I guess I rank below aol....lol. Just kidding mom, if you are reading this! Dh has a business dinner tonight, so I won't see him till late. That's good....not that I won't see him, but that I won't have to cook. I just don't feel like it today. I think I'm coming down with a sinus infection. I think I caught the virus from mrscheesestix, who's kids have been sick for the past few weeks. I think she coughed on me while instant messaging. Gee, thanks Cheezy.

Well, I am off to fold the last of my laundry and then, ::dread::, put it away. I don't mind folding it, but I hate walking around the house, putting it away. I wonder why that is?

Good Morning....

For some reason, I have a craving for a good cup of coffee. I think because I read in a comment that Lisa enjoys a large coffee....with 13 creams and 3 sugars.  Personally, I think she should order a large cream, and go from there (lol). 

I have so many things that need to be done today!  Including paying dh's motorcycle insuance, which expires tomorrow. Thank goodness for online bill pay! I am a fanatic about paying bills on time.  I also need to do an assignment for my online class, catch up on my Bible study reading, and of course, do my Wednesday cleaning....

I can't believe the kids are nearing the end of the school year. Only 9 weeks to go. Back home, they used to get out in June.  Of course, getting out in May means going back the first week in August, so I guess it works out the same. It's funny, but I got used to having the girls at home during spring break.  I miss them running up to me asking for things, having to fight the oldest for time on the computer, having giggling girls at each end of the house.  Of course, I probably won't feel that way 10 weeks from now.

Well, writers block has officially set in. I need to make sure dd has brushed her teeth, and has all of her things together for school.  Btw, is a beautiful day here in Jacksonville Florida, the highs today in the low 70's with sunny skies.....

I swear, this is the last one....

I am getting bored of talking about my auction happenings, but I wanted to update on the situation....

The guy from Georgia who begged us to sell him the car first, came today....and left without the car. The %#$*! screwed us out of the deposit money. Then he offered a ridiculously low amount, which my dh refused. I have to say, it's lucky I wasn't there....because I would have really let the guy have it. Ironically, I was at Bible study, and we were talking about how some people live their lives in "solitude" and don't reach out to others. I had just mentioned that this is how I am, and it is an area in my life that I need to work on. Along with trusting people. Then my phone rang and I excused myself and went into the foyer. When dh told me what happened, I let out a string of curse words that would have shocked a sailor....thank goodness they didn't hear me. I had to remind myself where I was, and calm down. I didn't hear the rest of the study, as I was having an internal discussion with myself....

"That a*& hole!" 
"Now, Sherry, remember where you are." 
"Okay, but he screwed us!" 
"But wouldn't the Lord say to forgive?" 
"Yes, but the Lord didn't lose a sure buyer to a scam artist!"   "Now, that is not quite Christian of you, is it?" 
"No, I suppose it isn't...but..." 
"But nothing, let it go." 
"*Sigh....okay....(mutter...jerk)" 
"What was that?" 
"Nothing."

So, on the upside, the original buyer called, and wants the car. He will be here tomorrow. He is 63 and on the downside of life (his words), and collects 57 Fords. He has seven of them and said he doesn't care what it is....he just wants it. Yippee! I told dh to give it to him for the reserve price, since things got messed up. And that.....is the rest of the story.

Today I got my hair highlighted, and asked for a "heavier" job. Well, I got what I asked for....and I look somewhat like a blonde now. I really do like it, and so does hubby. I haven't decided if it makes me look older or younger. My youngest didn't like it (but she doesn't like change), and my oldest said, "Oh, yeah. Looks nice." Well, gee. Don't get so emotional about it....*enter sarcasm here. 

Well, it's after 8 and I need to get the wee one in bed, and settle in for a 3 hour block of "Law & Order, SVU"....dun dun....

 

I need a good, stiff drink....

Remind me NEVER to do eBay again. Here's the story....

As you know, we had the car on eBay as of Sunday evening. We also placed the "buy it now" option on the auction. This means, if someone would click on that button, all bidding would stop and that person would immediately win the auction. We immediately began getting inquiries from would-be buyers, wanting to call and talk to my dh and ask questions.

First of all, lets just say my husband doesn't "get" the whole eBay thing. I had to put the car on the site, deal with the e-mails, etc. So, he calls this one man back, talks to him, and tells him he can have the car (without telling me)....and in the excitement of it all, the guy forgets to hit the "buy it now" button. So, of course, our auction is still going. When he gets home, I had just clicked off eBay, and went to report that the bidding was starting to get good. He then proceeds to tell me that the guy is on his way from Georgia to pick the car up. So, I say....let me go end the auction so no one hits the "buy it now" option before the guy can get here. As I leave the bedroom, I laughingly say, "Well, it's not like someone is going to buy it in the next 2 minutes...." WRONG....

I swear to you, it was not 10 minutes and someone had HIT THE BUTTON. You can't even imagine my horror as I opened my e-mail to, "Congratulations! Your item has sold!" I didn't know what to do! All I could imagine was me, sharing a cell with Martha. (Not that I would complain about my cell mate....)

So, I send an e-mail to the "buyer", explaining the situation and praying that he won't be angry. I couldn't eat or sleep last night, wondering if the eBay police were going to show up at my door. This morning at 7 am, I get an e-mail from the guy, saying he got the message, and "If this seller doesn't come through, I'm still interested in the car."  PRAISE BE TOGOD!!!! I almost cried on the spot. I immediately sent off a "thankyouI'msorry" e-mail, and then immediately went to eBay to post OH SO POSITIVE feedback for the guy. I swear to you....this was the first and LAST time I will ever do something like this. It was an honest mistake....I swear I'm not a scammer! LOL.

Many, MANY thanks to Cheezy, Karen and Kim, who felt my pain. I tell you, I never imagined I would find so many wonderful and caring friends here in journal land. I never imagined it to be a "family", like it has become. Even with silly problems, my friends were there to give advice and cheer me up....for that I am truly thankful!

Monday ramblings....

Well, so far so good....we've got the bids trickling in and lots of e-mails for more info. Boy, you can sure tell when a man is writing an e-mail. Here's an excerpt....

HI INT IN CAR DOSE HAVE RUST WHAT IS ORIGINAL COLOR THANKS RL

Hmmmm, methinks this one is not a business man.

So, it's half past noon on this lovely Monday morning, and I have cleaned the house, gotten cleaned up, and am now sitting here, at my desk, with the intention of doing bills and checking on insurance. However, I keep reading journals and goofing off. Somehow I don't think I'd be able to work from home. I keep thinking of other things to do....such as, I need to run to the store to get new foundation and mascera. I have enough for about a week, but I keep thinking about it. And it's lunch time, but I'm not really hungry....but I am. What's that all about?

You know what I hate? When I'm cleaning, or in bed, I get the best ideas for journal topics....then when I sit here, I completely forget. Why does that happen? I should keep a notebook with me at all times. You know how older women wear their glasses around their necks on the chains....well, I should get a mini pen and pad to wear around mine. I worry that I'm too forgetful. I start to go into a room and, I swear to God, I completely forget what I'm there for. So, I just turn around to finish what I was doing....that is, if I remember what it was. Jeez, when did we get old?

Well, I should get to my work. Dh has called 3 times to remind me to call about the insurance (for the mailbox). *Sigh. You know, his fingers can dial my number, I wonder why they can't dial the insurance company?

Sunday....

Well, our company came and went. It was so good to see them! The kids were adorable as ever....and perfectly behaved after 2 days in the car....amazing. We had lunch together before they started out for Disney World. They are coming back on Friday, and we are taking them to the beach on Saturday for some fun in the sun. I'm looking forward to it. It was 85 here today....very warm. Of course tomorrow is supposed to be 65, so we will get a break, however our summer is just about here. You could feel it in the air today.

This evening I put dh's car on eBay. It's a 1957 Ford Custom 300, and you can see it HERE. Go ahead, bid on it....

I was reading Kara and Michelle's journals and they are so cute! However, it is after 9 on Sunday night, and I need to get to bed....so I'll give you just a taste of 100 things about me....

1. I love all things British.                                              

2. I can't figure out how to single space these things.

3. I love things with mice on them, like ornaments or cards with sparkles and glitter.

4. I, too, love only Jif peanut butter, no other will do.

5. I want my hair long, but get impatient and chop it off.

6. I'm not worried about getting fat.

7. I already am.

8. I have zero will power.

9. I love food.

10. I love the smell of spring.

11. I'm a procrastinator, but we'll talk about that later.

12. I take baths with candles lit and music playing.

13. I cross myself when a black cat crosses my path....but I'm not Catholic.

14. I can't stand not having polish on my toes.

15. I have a color for each season.

16. There are rules for burning candles....you can not burn a pumpkin spice in the summer, nor can you burn a cucumber melon in the fall.

17. I love taking pictures.

18. If I could live anywhere in the world, I don't know where it would be.

19. I hate to fly, but I would love to.

20. I wish I were exceptional at something.

21. I love my kids so much, I wish I could go back and do it all again.

22. I loved being pregnant, and wouldn't cry if I found out I was again.

23. My favorite smell is a baby just after a bath.

24. I love to travel....the car ride is the best part of the trip.

25. Rest areas are fun.

26. I would love to go back in time to the 20's, 30's and 40's.

27. My dog is cute, even though he is old.

28. I have a Golden Retriever.

29. I got him because of Dean Koontz and "Watchers".

30. I wanted to name him Einstein, but my daughter was into Thomas the Tank Engine.

31. So his full AKC registerd name is "Sir Percy of Barneswood".

32. My first house of 900 sq. feet was my favorite.

33. I miss the memories.

34. I am surprised that I'm 34.

35. I wonder where my childhood/teen years/young adulthood went.

36. I wonder if my other true love D. Horgash is married.

37. I kind of felt guilty writing that.

38. But maybe someone who knows him and reads this will tell me.

39. I hope it won't be his wife.

40. If it is, I'm sorry.

41. I love the smell of cherry almond pipe smoke.

42. I'm scared of heights, enclosed spaces, and snakes.

43. I just tucked my dd in for the 3rd time.

44. My oldest is on the phone with her boyfriend.

45. I have ocd and do things in sets of 4....

46. I just got mail.

47. I wonder who it's from.

48. I would like a tatoo.

49. My husband thinks they're trashy.

50. Done right, I think they're sexy.

51. The e-mail was a question about the car.

52. I hope we don't end up on the People's Court like all the other dissatisfied eBay-ers.

53. I wash my face every night with noxema.

54. My favorite laundry detergent is the one on sale.

55. I won't buy meat at Food Lion, but I like the store.

56. Grocery shopping is fun.

57. I love to spend money.

58. That's why I'm in debt.

59. I am not in love with my house.

60. I want to move.

61. But I'm lazy.

62. I think I talk about myself too much.

63. I wonder what people are thinking of me.

64. I don't want to be that way.

65. I love all my journaling buddies.

66. My personal checks have the Simpsons on them.

67. I will watch Arthur even if the kids aren't home.

68. I prefer the "original" Barney kids. (Min, Michael, Tina, Lucy)

69. I used to watch Degrassi Jr. High when my oldest was little.

70. I wish they would bring back Afterschool Special's.

71. I read Judy Blume's "Are You There God, It's Me Margaret" over 30 times.

72. I used to love the big, round Bonnie Bell bubblegum lip gloss.

73. I played trombone in the band and loved it.

74. I taught myself to play the flute.

75. I play the piano and took lessons for 12 years.

76. My youngest dd has a natural musical aptitude.

77. So does my oldest, but she didn't want to bother practicing.

78. I have a violin and want to learn to play it.

79. I love the symphony.

80. Vivaldi's Four Seasons reminds me of Chicago.

81. I love the Cubs.

82. I love to decorate with primitive and country things, but this house I decorated more whimsically.

83. I am beginning to like tropical things.

84. But not the Golden Girls.

85. I love Woody Allen and his movies.

86. Regardless of his personal beliefs.

87. My Dad is the same age as Woody.

88. But he is sick and won't get better.

89. It's hard to watch him get sicker.

90. My Mom is a wonderful and caring caregiver.

91. She will definately be going to Heaven.

92. But not soon.

93. I am reading the Purpose Driven Life.

94. I've yet to discover my purpose.

95. I just realized I was only going to do 10 of these.

96. This is addicting.

97. I will really be mad if I wen't over the character allotment.

98. I wonder if I spelled allotment right.

99. I don't think I did.

100. Oh well, I'm done.

 

Sunny Saturday....

Today, some friends of ours from Indiana have started out toward Disney World....with a stop along the way to visit. They should be here tomorrow afternoon. It will be good to see some friendly faces from the past. I miss seeing them, and their little ones.

The weather is absolutely perfect right now. The forecast calls for sunny skies in the mid 70's for the next seven days. I need to finish up the indorr stuff, so I can get cracking on the outdoor renovations. We are in the process of building a deck for the pool, and re-sodding the backyard....which means right now I've got quite the dust bowl back there. The sides of the yard are all rimmed with bricks and mulch and plants....but the inside is nothing but dust and the occasional weed. I can't wait to get that all finished!

I'm not sure if we will do the closets today or not. It's really nice outside and I kinda feel like going somewhere. I do need to get some new curtains/valances for my front rooms, so maybe I will go to Penny's or Sears. Hmmmm.....decisions, decisions....

Have a lovely Saturday everyone!

Much better, thank you....

Well, I'm feeling better now. My kitchen is positively pine-scent fresh ::sparkle, sparkle::, my ironing is done, and I am just enjoying a quiet moment at the computer. It's a gorgeous day outside. I've got the sliding doors open to the Florida room, and my Hawiian Breeze candle is burning. (To all you candle fans out there....it's made by Glade and it is spectacular!) Spring is definately here....with summer on it's heels.

Tonight I've got a teriyaki turkey loin in the oven, and I think we will go with mashed potatoes and fresh green beans. I don't usually cook on Friday's, but I don't feel like a heavy take-out dinner tonight. I am hoping to talk dh into a trip to Borders, to peruse the latest in literature.

This is the last "official" day of spring break for the girls. They have spent it cleaning their rooms, watching tv, and sitting in front of the computer. I know, I know....we are in Florida, why aren't we outside enjoying the sunshine? Heck, I don't know. I think, unfortunately, you begin to get used to it, and don't take advantage of it like you should. Tomorrow, however, there is a big art festival in San Marco, which my aunt is taking my youngest to. As for my oldest and I, well, I think we are going to clean out her closet. Not for fun, (well, maybe a little), but because I am redecorating her room and we need to get rid of the non-essentials. And before anyone admonishes me for cleaning closets on a weekend....it was her idea. Just call her Martha Jr.....

Who cares....

Ya know, I've been having a crappy week. Things have not been going right. I need to have this sign tatooed on my arm because it's how I feel. I've been snapping at the kids, giving dh the silent treatment, and cleaning like a madwoman (the telltale sign that I should be approached with extreme caution). I don't like feeling this way, but sometimes, you just have to let it out. So, here I go....AAAAAARRRRRRRGGGGGGHHHHHHHH!!!!!

Whew, tha'ts better. Kinda ironic that I feel this way, when I just took the "what cartoon character" quiz Monica sent around. You know what I am? Spongebob Squarepants. Here's the definition of "me"....

(29-34 points) You are Sponge Bob Square Pants: You are the classic person that everyone loves. You are the best friend that anyone could ever have and never want to loose. You never cause harm to anyone and they would never not understand your feelings. Life is a journey it's funny and calm for the most part.

Hmmmm, just where does the "calm" part come in? LOL....I suppose I should just take this week in stride and look forward to the weekend. Yeah, I think that's what I'll do...

"I'm ready, I'm ready, I'm ready, eddy, eddy, eddy, eddy.....I'M READY!!!!" ~Spongebob

Update....

Well, the good news is that it was the fan motor. They changed it, and took off the $65 service fee, since they had just been out. So, I walked away only $185 poorer. Not bad. And just in time for the 80 degree week that is being forecast. Whew!

I've been asked by several people where I get my "entry appropriate" graphics....I subscribe to the Animation Factory. Just click on one of my graphics, and it will take you to their site.

Well, dh is home from work, and it's time to get the steaks on the grill. We are also having a lovely salad, baked potatoes with sour cream and fresh chives, home made bread, and yellow layer cake with bittersweet chocolate frosting. Yum!

 

When it rains....

As the "animation graphics" site is not letting me log in, due to an "internal 500 service error", I will not be putting up the appropriate graphic to go with my story today. Instead, please imagine a broken air conditioning unit....

Yes, my ac unit has decided to take a cue from my toilet....and take a crap. I am so frustrated. Especially since we had the service guy out on the 9th for it's annual check up and he gave it the a-ok. The unit kicks on, but the fan does not spin. Dh fixed our old one, by buying a new fan motor....however, how much you want to bet, it will be suggested to me that we replace the entire thing? Never mind. After paying for it, I won't have any betting money left.

I am so frustrated right now, I could scream. I know, I know....I should learn to let it go. BUT I CAN'T. I want to smash something....but I really like my dishes. I suppose I should just wait to see what the guy says.

My youngest has her friend over. She spent the night, and they are now playing in their tent in the family room. I can't even look in my daughter's room....well, okay, I did peek at it, and it looks like a snowglobe after a vigorous shaking. I can't believe they made such a mess. Hmmmm, I wonder if that is contributing to my stress level this morning. Add it to the huge fight dh and I had last night, and I'm surprised my head hasn't just exploded.

Well, on that happy note, I will leave you all to enjoy your bright and sunny days. Have a great one everyone!

 

 

Happy St. Patty's Day!!!!

May your bowl be overflowing with yellow moons, purple horse shoes, orange stars, green clovers and blue diamonds....this is the closest thing to an Irish blessing I know!

 

"Oh Crap!"....

Sherry sighed as she sank down into the hot tub. She could almost feel the tension seeping out of her tired muscles. Tendrils of steam rose upward, curling the loose strands of her upswept hair. The silken water caressed her skin, as tenderly as a lovers touch. She smiled to herself, and closed her eyes....

This is the part where my daughter and her friend, frantically knock on the door, yelling that the toilet in the other bathroom was overflowing. *Sigh. So, I say, is it just filling to fast and you think it's going to go over? NOOOOO....it's all over the floor and into the carpet....so what can I do? I jump out of my tub, throw on a nightshirt and run. Oh yes, they were telling the truth. I had at least 3 inches of water on the floor, and into the carpeted area. I call my dh who of course, doesn't answer the phone. So I call my uncle, and he says dh is there with him. He puts him on and I frantically explain...as the water is still coming out....and he tells me, "Go get a mop".  WTH???? I yell back, "This situation is WAY beyond mop...." and so he agrees to come home. (I found out later they were in the meeting and although I don't remember yelling, dh said everyone could hear me in the phone!)

So, right now the plumber is here, replacing our septic pump for a whopping $450, and I am taking a break from steam cleaning. Dh went back to work, and I am left with the clean-up. Dd and friend were *so much help to me. *enter sarcasm here. They sat at the computer, talked on the phone, played music and ate nachos. All this while I and my rubber gloves are cleaning up. The youngest, of course, in the middle of everything decided she had to go to the bathroom right now, and I had to run her over to my uncles house. Sheesh!

So, enough of my lounging in front of the computer. I must go continue my drudgery. Perhaps this evening, I will be able to finish thatbath....

Good Monday morning....yeah right

Well, it's Monday morning, the sun is shining and the air smells crisp and clean....and my head is pounding! Dang it. I woke up with a headache again. I slept on my neck wrong the other night, and now it hurts when I get up. I will be taking tylenol as soon as I finish with this.

I have so much to do today! I have to finish my sewing, an assignment, get caught up on my bible study reading, and conquer the huge mountain of ironing that is threatening to overtake my bedroom.  This is all in addition to the "after weekend cleaning" and "before dd's friend arrival". *Sigh.

So, did everyone have a lovely weekend? I have to say, the weather has been absolutely glorious lately. I could get used to no humidity. We've probably got a few weeks left before it settles in.  The girls are off this week,  and I don't have much planned so far. I think that we might go to an outlet mall one day, and of course, the beach. This weekend our friends from up north are goingto visit. They are stopping by on their way to Disney, and then again on their way back. They are both 26, and have four kids ages 1,3,4,and 6....boy, I'd hate to be in that car for 2 days of driving! LOL....although it would probably cure me of my "baby fever"!

Oh....dh talked to the neighbor (finally), and he said that he is going to call the guy who gave us the lowest estimate, and have them fix both mailboxes. His wife took theirs out with their van last spring, and it's been teetering on 4 bricks since then. (Classy....) So, hopefully the job will get done soon.

Well, that's it from the sunny south. Enjoy your Monday....I know I will~!

Welcome sister!!!!

I would like to take this opportunity to welcome a new reader to my journal....my sister, Jody. She is the baby of the family, and lives with her husband Keith and their two dogs in Indiana. I am now going to share a sweet story about her, with you, my journal family. This is my favorite story about her, and she just loves it when I tell it.

Jody has always been a very relaxed and laid back (read lazy) girl. One day, around the tender age of 10 (if memory serves correctly), while taking a shower she felt the urge to scratch her "cheek". Because it would take so long to actually reach around and scratch the itch, she decided to take her sister's razor and use that instead. Hilarity ensued. Apparently, she pressed a little too hard on the razor, and cut her butt. Yes, she panicked and tried to rinse it off, only to be stung on the bum with the pelting water. As I recall, it took quite a while for the bleeding to stop, and she ended up with a nice scar on her cheek for her efforts.

Since this event, she has done many, many more stupid things, but none so entertaining as this. Although, the time she worked at the local grocery store in the liquor department, and called for help over the intercom for the entire store to hear, "Assistance needed in the ALCOHOLIC department", is a very close second. (she was over 21 this time....)

In any event, to my sister I send a warm and heartfelt welcome to my journal. I look forward to your comments! (And please remember, TOS does apply to the journals....so don't curse at me! LOL)

Love, Sherry ;o)

Good Sunday Morning....

Good morning! I am getting ready for church, but decided to write in my journal first. How do you like the new colors? I thought they were sunny and cheerful....however, some of the "older folk" viewing my journal have complained. Apparently their aging eyes are having trouble adjusting to the bright colors. Being a "younger" person, I do not know what that is like, so I should probably tone it down a bit, in order to respect my elders. However, I've decided on another plan. If you send $2.95 (+$5.00 s&h) to "SAHM Creations", I will send you a pair of state-of-the-art sunglasses. You will be the envy of the neighborhood, and hit of the party in our shades. Look your best while driving, looking at the sun, or reading my journal.  The line forms behind MRSCHEESESTIX....

*Offer void in TN, MA, PA, NY, OK, WA, IL, IN, FL, NV, and British Columbia. Complete satisfaction not guaranteed, so if you don't like them, tough.

**This will only make sense to those who saw the journal before I toned it down....there....ya happy now? lol

Pictures for you.....

Good morning! I am here, trying to use my "YGP", and it keeps freezing on me, telling me that my cookies aren't enabled (which they are), and generally screwing things up....but the pic's are here anyway!

The entry before this one, is of our trip to Blue Springs. You have to "view larger" to see the manatee's better. The pictures really turned out good! This set is just my other roll of film, which had Valentine's day and our trip to the beach.

So, today I am going to work outside on my landscaping, while my oldest mows. After that....who knows!  It's a gorgeous day here in Jacksonville, FL....sunny skies and 73 for the high. Have a great day everyone!

Blue Springs....although they look green

Fresh air.....

Well, it's 1:45, and I'm no where near getting my housework done. It's absolutely gorgeous outside today, and I should be out there, soaking up the sun. I got a late start today, due to the fact that the girls started their spring break today....which means I got to sleep in....kind of.

Dh woke me at 5:45 to let me know that he was leaving for work....like I didn't know that already! Then at 7 am, I get up and check to see if oldest was up, as she needed to be at her babysitting job at 8 am. I, of course, looked in on the youngest, and she was snoring peacefully....so I gave her a gentle kiss and made my way back to bed. Ahhhhh, the coolness of the sheets, the quiet of a spring morn....of course, 10 minutes later the youngest bounds in like she's been up for hours. "Morning Mom!" She smiles. Right in my face. How could I be upset? I gave her a quick kiss and she gets in bed with me....only to flop around, pull on the covers, get up and go to the bathroom, come back, play with the dog.....you get the picture. So I tell her, either lay with me or go watch cartoons....she chooses the cartoons. Again she comes in and wants me to get her online....then wants breakfast....FINALLY I get back to bed and get some shut-eye....only to be awakened by the phone. Crikey! So, at that point, I get some bkfst and get back into bed with my magazine. Dd comes back in, takes the magazine from me and says, "It's MY time now mom...." and jumps into bed to talk. So, there we stayed till 10....laughing and talking. It was, actually, a nice morning.

Now, she is with my mom, oldest is babysitting, and I am sitting here, taking a break from my cleaning. In my mind I know it is Friday, I know I need to finish up the pre-weekend cleaning, but because I know the girls are off, it feels like a vacation day....which is why I'm having trouble keeping on track. Not to mention the beautiful day out there. *Sigh.

So, I suppose I will continue on, trying to get things done, and maybe later, I'll go outside and sit on the porch. That would be nice. Just enjoy the afternoon sun....drift off with the caress of the spring wind on my neck....yeah....that sounds like a plan!

 

I ROCK....

About 3 months ago, I heard a song on MTV or VH1, I'm not sure....and I just loved it. When I finally figured it out I asked my teenager if she had ever heard of it or the group, (Harder to Breathe, Maroon 5) and she looks at me and says, "Nooooo...." So I tell her how much I like it and will she download it from the music site. She does. Then, about 3 weeks ago, I catch their new video on VH1 and decide I need to purchase this cd....and I do. When dd sees what I'm getting, she says, "Mom, that sucks. Why do you like that so much?" Well, I don't know....I just do. It reminds me of being young and carefree. And lets face it, some of the lyrics are "sinfully delicious". (Although I didn't tell her that part).

So, we are driving today, talking about music and she says, "Mom, you aren't going to believe this, but a friend of mine at school has a Maroon 5 t-shirt....everyone loves them."  Hmmmm, how to contain the joy? She is looking at me like....go ahead, get it over with. So, I do. "You do know what this means, don't you?" I ask her. She looks at me, eyes all squinty, "What, Mother?" I savor the moment....then, "It means your Mother is....COOL!!!!"  Then I do my totally dorky "cool" dance in the drivers seat....and continue on saying things like, "Remember? I wanted that song like three months ago. I knew they would be good....I have the entire cd memorized....I can sing with your friends!" I'm not sure at which point she stopped listening, but I got her attention when I said, "Hmmmm, maybe I'll get a M5 belly shirt, and get a belly ring...." This is where I know she was listening. "OMG MOTHER....that is just SICK!"

I don't care what anyone says....it's fun parenting teens!

 

The scoop....

Okay, here's the deal. The police officer just left and said that it was the people's son who did it. They also said he was afraid because if we called the police, they would figure out that there is a warrant out for his arrest. Great. The mom said that the dad was going to come over and talk to dh last night, but they had gotten home late (which was true), and said that they will take care of it. She gave all the information she had, and luckily, the van was registered to them as part of their company. So, I've got all the insurance info., etc. They told the officer that they have tried everything to help the kid, but he's just a bad apple. They don't even have an address for him, as he lives in a neighboring state (look out Karensull....he might be in your neighborhood!) So, I'm glad it's all settled now.

As for my day, well, I've cleaned and journaled....and now I have to sew. I keep thinking of Krispy Kreme's though. I really want one. But I'm too lazy to go get some. I won't get them at the gas station....I prefer them hot off the line at the shop. I really need to think about what to make for dinner. We've had our fill of chicken for a while, so I need to think of something else. Crap. I don't know....what I DO know is that I've got to get my butt in gear....

Confidential....

"6:09 am, subject has not returned to scene of crime. Survellance has shown two adult suspects, roughly 45 years of age, arriving home approximately 7:45 pm, March 9, 2004. No signs of trouble. Blue van, nowhere in sight...."

*Heavy sigh. I've been up for an hour, worrying that someone is going to "get me" for reporting them. I know that nothing will come of this, because I was remembering last night that a few months ago, I got a call from a credit collection agency. Not for ME, but for our neighbors at *****. They asked if I knew this person, and his whereabouts. I knew who they were talking about, but I had no idea where he was....nor did I care to. So, if his parents are hiding him from creditors, I'm sure they will have "no knowledge" of any "mailbox" incident. Crap. Oh well. What cha gonna do?

Today is "sleep-over" day at my dd's school. They get to bring a pillow and blanket and stuffed animal, along with any books from home that they want to read. They will be able to read and relax all day, since their standardized testing is done. Dd is so excited about it. She packed her backpack FULL last night, and said to me, "Mom, I'm sure glad this thing has wheels!" LOL....Boy, wouldn't you love to return to the days where your biggest worry was which stuffed animal to take to school?

Just My Luck....

So, I leave the house this morning to go to bible study. I spend my time there, come home, and as I'm driving down the street, I'm looking at my mailbox thinking, "Hmmmm, I never realized how crooked that is." Now we don't just have a box on a pole. We have the arched brick kind with the planter attached to the side, and the box is actually cemented in. As I get closer I realize, it has been hit.

I just happend to notice this morning, that across the street there was a big, blue, raggedy van parked outside the neighbors house. They have a son that comes around every once in a while for who knows what, and is always in a different "hooptie". Well, upon closer inspection of my mangled mailbox, there was glass on the street, curb, and even under the leaves of my plants....along with a few blue streaks of paint along the box cover. So, I immediately get my trusty camera and take a few shots. Then, I get a baggie and scoop up most of the broken glass, then scratch some of the paint into my "evidence bag". (It pays to watch Judge Mathis). I then proceed to contact our local police department to file a report. The office was amazed that the structure hadn't crumbled, because it had been hit with such force. The entire structure has been moved at least 4 inches, and is now teetering precariously on the curb. Then, he takes down the info, questions me a bit and gives me my "hit and run" slip for the report. He will be back in the morning to talk to the people, since no one was home. However, if I see the van, I am to call the station and not approach the people. Well, duh!  You know, if they had hit it and just cracked a brick, I wouldn't have said anything. Or if they had left a note and tried to be responsible....but to do that kind of damage and say nothing???? Crazy, I tell you. So, who knows what will happen after this. Dh is ready to move....we've got the cat lady, the nosepicker/flasher, the hit and runners.....what a lovely neighborhood! And let me tell you, the houses here aren't cheap....I would expect this if I lived in some bad part of town....but not in a nice, quiet suburb! Sheesh!

So, that was my day. On the upside, the air conditioner guy came and said our unit was old, but running fine. We can probably get another 2 years out of it, since it is the original one and the house is 15 years old. And I did make a good dinner....baked chicken over salad....yummy! And in honor of mrscheesestix birthday, I had a piece of cheesecake....how appropriate, huh?

 

Someone Has a Birthday....

Okay everyone, on the count of three....

"Happy Birthday to you, happy birthday to you, happy birthday MRSCHEESESTIX.....happy birthday to you!!!!

Hope your day is wonderful and full of fun!

 

Free at last....free at last....

"The Mother-In-Law has left the building!" Freedom, sweet freedom. My house is back to normal, In just 2 hours, I will be alone in my home....I'll be able to clean what I want, say what I want, and doggone it....why aren't I as happy as I thought I would be?

 This may come as a shock to some, but, in all actuality, I will miss having her around. She isn't a problem, she doesn't complain, and my kids do love her.  I feel like during this trip, I got to know her better.  I was with her for 3 full days without my husband, so we did a lot of talking and shopping....I can't believe I'm going to say this, but it was actually kind of fun.  And I know she is very lonely. She is alone in Indiana, kids at either end of the country, husband gone and one sister left (who's wheel is spinning, but the hamster is dead).  She is a devout old school Catholic, and works the soup kitchen on holidays to combat the lonliness, and is a full time nurse.  Don't get me wrong, there are things that irk me, but when I look at the big picture, I feel like a smaller person for complaining. Maybe I've learned something about myself in the process of spending time with her.  Maybe it was God's gentle nudge to remind me to stop practicing my "out of site, out of mind" mantra.  Yes, *sigh, I will miss her.

But still....TODAY IS CLEANING DAY....WOO-HOO!....I can't wait...."Hello Mr. Clean, whatcha knowin?  Good morning Sir Windex, let's get the window's a-glowin!"  Remember that commercial with Fred Astair dancing with the vacuum? Well, you can just replace my face with his and visualize..........................................

Sunday....

Well, today will be spent seeing the manatees....again. I don't want to go. It's a 2 hour trip, and we will stay for an hour....then go home. I'm tired of sight seeing and tired of being on a psuedo vacation. Oh well....what can you do?

As for me and Martha, well, I'm not going to turn my journal into a debate about her. But, I'm not going to be swayed into thinking anything other than I feel. (Lanny, this is not aimed at you, but at some e-mails I receieved from people I don't even know!)  I like her, I support her, and I don't apologize for it. And that is all I'm saying....(I'm borrowing your "yes, I can be a bitch and I don't care what anyone thinks!" attitude, Karen! ;o)

Well, it's time to get ready to go....whoopie. Have a great Sunday everyone!!!!

Why? Because she's a woman?

Sunny Saturday....

Well, it's a quiet Saturday morning....7 am and everyone is sleeping....except for the mil, and my youngest dd and, of course, me. I know, I know....I can finally sleep in, and I'm here, on my journal. Well, I had no use of the computer last night, as my teen and her giggly friend were on until 11....

Percy (my golden) has been epileptic since he was 3 years old. He is such a good dog, and it makes me feel really bad when it happens to him. He has grand mal seizures, just like a human, and is taking Phenobarbitol. He is down to about one seizure every 3 months, and he usually shows warning signs. He will get really jumpy and hide in the closet. The vet says he know's it's going to happen....like a premonition. After he has his seizure, he just looks at me like, "WTF was that?!" Then he hobbles around for a minute....and bounds off like a puppy again. Very strange. Anyhow, thanks to all who were concerned....he's fine. I chose the animation because I'm sure that is how he will feel this morning. "I'm the one who is sick....and they leave me home to go to the beach!"

So, in a few hours, we will be heading out to the surf and sun. It is supposed to be windy today, so the surf should be high. I love seeing the waves come crashing in. Dd is only allowed to go out to her knees....so I don't worry too much. And of course, the oldest and her friend "don't like the beach". Well gee, sorry I am spending the day taking you to one of God's finest creations! *Sigh, I can't win!

Have a wonderful Saturday everyone!

"Nothing starts your day like a hot, hearty bowl of plain oatmeal with prison issued silverwear....it's a good thing."

FREE MARTHA STEWART

Shop till you drop!

As you may have guessed, we shopped once again today. We hit the other outlet mall, and did a lot of shopping.  I ended up spending $40 on two unmentionables, (okay, bras), and $4 on a Simpson's sound machine for my dh to use at work. He will be the hit of the office.  My mother in law went into any and every shoe store there was, and tried on 20 pairs in each. She never did find anything to buy. *Sigh.  All in all we had a very nice day. She bought my oldest some clothes, and my youngest a boogie board, goggles and water balls for the beach tomorrow.  Truthfully, I've enjoyed having her here. She is not the mil from hell, and she has always respected me.  I'll probably even miss her a bit when she leaves....

Dh called from his trip. They are staying in a hotel that is right across the street from Plymouth Rock. (Not to be confused with Schoolhouse Rock...."conjunction junction, what's your function?") He said they have a pool that is replicated after the bay, complete with a ship and waterslide.  Oh, how I'd love to see him and his buddy from work sliding down that thing.....

Last night I was feeling horrible. I could barely swallow, and my head was aching. I went to bed at 9:00....then the youngest came in and wanted me to switch movies for her. So, I treck to the other side of the house and do that. Then, as I'm drifting off to sleep....she comes in again to tell me she just wants it turned off altogether. So, another trip to her room, kiss, and I'm back in bed. Finally, I''m on the cusp of falling into a beautiful, refreshing sleep when....the bed is shaking and I hear a yelp....the dog is having a seizure. WTF????  He wasn't jumpy, and had had his medicine(he's epileptic)....so all I could do was listen to him pee on the floor, then flop around for a few minutes. Of course, once he was done, I had to give him a bath and clean the carpet.  Then, I had to clean the bathroom, mop the floor, etc.  Sometime after that I told my mil I was going to attempt to go to bed again.....although I might see her later, as things were not working to my advantage. Luckily, I did manage to get to sleep after that. Whew.....

So, that's my story. Tonight the oldest has her friend over, and we are going to the beach in the morning. I am going to sit and relax and try to get over this cold/throat thing.  Have a great weekend everyone!

"FREE MARTHA STEWART"

MIL visit.....

    Today, I began my day taking the dog to the vet with my mother in law. We then took him home and went shopping. We hit a few of the decorating stores, etc. Then, when I suggested lunch, she said that she would be fine with leftovers from last night. Alrighty, fine with me. So, we came home and had lunch. I am feeling like crap today. My throat is hurting something terrible, and I'm achey and tired....so I decided to sit on the couch and cover up. However, mother in law decided to clean. I don't know why that irked me, but it did. I guess I feel guilty sitting there, while she is cleaning my house. She vaccumed the entire place, cleaned the bathroom, washed dishes....I know, I know....be happy she is doing this. I am....but it doesn't feel right. And I don't feel like I should be just sitting there while she does it. But I feel so bad today! She has already raked our entire yard for goodness sakes! She said that she can't stand to sit still. She recently sold her home with an acre sized yard, and bought a cottage home. I know, she used the yardwork to help with her grief over losingher husband. And I'm not complaining....it's just weird. I told Lisa I was getting to the point where I'm not picking up things at the store, because she keeps buying them for me. There is no telling this woman NO. LOL....

Anyhoo, that's my day. I am typing this while she is out on her walk, so she doesn't think I wasn't well enough to vacuum, but I am well enough to go online!  Join me in my mantra, won't you?  Three more days, three more days, three more days, three more days....

 

Early morning doctor appointment....

Well,I just got back from the doctor. We have the Solantic offices around here....so if you can't get into the regular doc's office, you can walk in. I have to say, it's a very nice place. It's brand spankin new, clean and bright, and has the friendliest people there. I woke up feeling much sicker than yesterday, and when I looked at my throat, I figured it was strep. So, the doc looks and says, looks like strep....then swabs, sets the test timer and DING....it's not strep. It's a viral infection, courtesy of my daughter who has had a nasty cold for the past week. *Sigh. So, I spent $35 for him to tell me to take ibuprofin and drink plenty of fluids. Oh well. And he also told me my blood pressure was up. I told him my mil was visiting....and he said, "That could be it!"

So, here I sit, eating a piece of toast, taking advil, and thinking about the scale I just stepped off of at the doctors. I really need to become serious about losing a few pounds. It just isn't healthy to be overweight, especially with a history of high blood pressure in the family. So, hopefully the fact that I am not hungry because of the cold, will jump start a "life style change". I did start out the morning with a shake and a 2 mile walk yesterday, and I will do the walk this evening, since I'm already "done up" for the day.

I've gotten a lot of requests for the strawberry creme cake recipe....I have to tell you, it is the most delicious cake you will ever taste. Three layers of light, yellow cake with a rich creme filling between them, covered in strawberries. It is the best cake I've ever had. However, if I told you the recipe....I'd have to "off" you....so I'll just post the pic when I make it, and let you drool via the internet. Aren't I sweet?

My day....

 This is a picture of Florida I found. However, it is not stormy here. Today it's 84 degrees outside. I can't believe how warm it is! And they are predicting 89 for Thursday. I am not ready for shorts yet.

Today has been a long day. I went to bible study, and we had 2 new girls....so of course, it lasted 2 hours instead of the usual 45 minutes. My mil didn't want to go, so I felt bad that it took so long. However, I used the time to chat and visit, and de-stress. When I got home, she was raking the front yard. How's that for a treat? She spent the whole morning out there....then she swept the driveway, garage and sidewalks. She is a nature lover, and hates to sit inside....so I just let her go! I put some grocerys away, started dinner, did dishes, wash and ironing. Now, I'm sitting here, with a horrible sore throat and achey muscles. Crap. Every time she comes, I get sick! What is up with that? I just took some tylenol, so hopefully I will feel better later.

My oldest is with her boyfriend for the afternoon. It's his brother's birthday, so his mom was taking all 4 of them to the mall for the afternoon. She's a nice lady, and is very involved with her son's lives....so I feel good about letting her go over there.  My daugher always picks really nice boyfriends. I don't know who was more upset at the last breakup....her or me! LOL....but, they are still friends, so that's good.  They talk for hours on the phone....

Tonight's dinner will be beef sandwiches. I put the roast in the crock pot, and covered it with a jar of pepperonicci and let it cook all afternoon. The house smells pretty good. I'll just serve chips with it. I'm not up to cooking a big dinner. Although, tomorrow I will bake a birthday cake for my mil, since her birthday is next week.  I will be making my famous 3 layer strawberry creme cake. I made it for my daughters birthday the first summer we were here....and have made it about 10 times since! My aunt requests it for all birthdays and even some of her friends did too....hmmmmm, a new career path? Perhaps..............................................

"Dear Lord...my EYES!!!!"

I have this neighbor....you might remember him. He's the guy who lets his dogs poop in my yard. Well, he just keeps getting stranger and stranger. Here's the story....(remember, he's married to wife#2 and she has a son....)

First of all, let me say that he did something else between this episode, and the dog pooping....but it's so gross, I don't want to say it. I'll just put in a picture and you can decide for youself....He was doing this at the bus stop, in his car. The gross part, (if this isn't bad enough), is that he wasn't using kleenex....and when he got home, he probably wasn't hungry for breakfast....

So, back to Saturday. I was windexing the windows in my car, when I noticed his dog was outside. It was 11 am and the sun was shining. I was just coming out of the garage, and had my head down because of the glare of the sun. I start to look up, just as he opens the door to call the dog....he is standing there, BUCK NAKED. (and yes, I did resist the urge to yell "Snausages!") He sees me, and steps back into the house, but doesn't close the door. So, I act as though I forgot something and go back into the garage. I couldn't believe what I saw! So, I step back into the driveway, just as he is opening the door and calling for the dog again.  What kind of freak is this guy?

First of all, it's 11 am....what is he doing walking around the house all "free willy". Secondly, he has a 7 year old step son who was home. And thirdly, why wouldn't you ask your wife (who was also home) to go get the dog? I just don't get it!

So anyhow....I spent the day shopping with dh and mil. I ended up getting two cucumber melon candles....they smell so good! Very spring/summerlike. Oh! I almost forgot....Jacksonville is enjoying a warm-up, with temperatures in the mid 70's....