Thursday, August 24, 2006
So many Crayons
School started two weeks ago, so there is a glut of supplies on sale. Today, I was walking through the grocery store aisle and saw all the different boxes of crayons. Holy Moly! 96 crayons! I remember growing up having 8 crayons in Kindergarten, 16 crayons in first grade, and 24 crayons in second grade. I always wanted 65 crayons, but my parents couldn't afford them. BUT 96 crayons!!! The 8 box of crayons looked so dinky.
Then there are on the "other" brand of crayons. I always hated getting the other brand of crayons. The ones my mom would get me didn't write very vibrant. It was like I was coloring with a candle stick instead of a crayon.
Remember the chunky, fat, crayons for small hands? I was envious of the kids who had the chunky crayons that had a flat side so they wouldn't roll. They were less crayon, but they cost more.
Wednesday, August 23, 2006
Took a Huge Break
I've been out for a while. I didn't really want to say what was going on, but now I can express my feelings.
I thought I was PG. Seems I really was just under a lot of stress from work and sorting out all the paperwork for the mortgage for the vacation house which caused me to be late by two weeks. At first I was scared, then a few days later I was excited. Finally, I decided to take a PG test which said "Not Pregnant". I was sooooo dissappointed. Scott and I don't have a problem getting pregnant, but the doctors have advised against it.
I was scared because of the health risk. Then I was excited and hopeful I would be able to overcome some of the health concerns. I haven't told Scott about what happened. No use freaking him out about it.
I thought I was PG. Seems I really was just under a lot of stress from work and sorting out all the paperwork for the mortgage for the vacation house which caused me to be late by two weeks. At first I was scared, then a few days later I was excited. Finally, I decided to take a PG test which said "Not Pregnant". I was sooooo dissappointed. Scott and I don't have a problem getting pregnant, but the doctors have advised against it.
I was scared because of the health risk. Then I was excited and hopeful I would be able to overcome some of the health concerns. I haven't told Scott about what happened. No use freaking him out about it.
Monday, August 07, 2006
Met M&M
I got a fantastic surprise from my co-worker friend "K" who got back from China a few weeks ago. She brought by little M & M. I haven't told "K" about my blog, so I don't want to post pictures I took. Little M&M was in the middle of a meltdown when they stopped by, but K didn't want to leave without me getting a live glimpse of M&M before leaving. Oh, she is so adorable. K was absolutely glowing with pride and happiness. M&M is still going through the bonding stage so she won't let anyone hold her. I told K if she needed a babysitter, I live just a few miles from her house. She said she will hold me to that offer.
The one surprise I had when looking at the pictures of M&M and the family is how well the "matchers" did with the facial features. M&M has the facial features of her daddy, but also resembles K as well. K used to laugh about who M&M would look like since she is tall, blond hair, blue eyes. Yet the family resemblence is truly amazing.
She had to go straight back to work two weeks after getting back from China. She brings her into the office for the first two hours of the day, then takes M&M to daycare. Her husband, T, tries to get off work early and pick up M&M so she doesn't have to be in daycare more than 6 hours. When T left for work a few days after getting back, M&M cried for nearly four hours and just stared out the window in her walker waiting for daddy. K said the day she left M&M at daycare was heart wrenching because the child was just learning to trust they are a forever family. The daycare called after two hours because M&M was screaming with fear and wouldn't let anyone touch her. M&M has adjusted to daycare and now actually likes it. K says they can't believe how much M&M eats. She has the appetite of a horse.
The one surprise I had when looking at the pictures of M&M and the family is how well the "matchers" did with the facial features. M&M has the facial features of her daddy, but also resembles K as well. K used to laugh about who M&M would look like since she is tall, blond hair, blue eyes. Yet the family resemblence is truly amazing.
She had to go straight back to work two weeks after getting back from China. She brings her into the office for the first two hours of the day, then takes M&M to daycare. Her husband, T, tries to get off work early and pick up M&M so she doesn't have to be in daycare more than 6 hours. When T left for work a few days after getting back, M&M cried for nearly four hours and just stared out the window in her walker waiting for daddy. K said the day she left M&M at daycare was heart wrenching because the child was just learning to trust they are a forever family. The daycare called after two hours because M&M was screaming with fear and wouldn't let anyone touch her. M&M has adjusted to daycare and now actually likes it. K says they can't believe how much M&M eats. She has the appetite of a horse.
Sunday, August 06, 2006
Inspection
The inspection found a few things which need to be fixed and a few things which may be a major expense. We are planning a major renovation in a year, so there isn't anything that needs attention right away. We have given the inspection report and the list of things we want taken care of before closing on the house. We have asked the real estate agent to call us on Monday to let us know if the seller agrees or disagrees. We are getting kind of hesitant with hurricane season seeming to get active, but we hope IF a hurricane hits, it hits before closing.
Wednesday, August 02, 2006
Suffering Withdrawal Symptoms
I am starting to feel withdrawal symptoms of quitting unnecessary spending until (if) we close on the house. The other day I went to the JCPenney Salon to get my eyebrows waxed. Eyebrow waxing is a necessity. I work in the corporate world and meet high profile execs as well as customers. Having a unibrow may be detrimental to my career. At the very least, it keeps people from talking behind my back about my lack of grooming habits. The salon I go to is the only place I know in my area where they are open after 6pm. Passing through the store to get to the salon, I saw all these 60% off sales on summer clothing. I had to call my mom for intervention. My hand was starting to shake as it got a mind of its own to reach for the wallet. My legs started knocking as they tried to make me walk toward the sales racks. AHHH!!!
Then today as I was driving to run to pick up office supplies for the department, I was at a red light and saw my favorite fast food joint. I could smell the burgers and fries. I was Jonesing so bad for one, but then remembered that they only take cash. Darn! I had no cash in my purse. I almost pulled over to search the floor for loose change. The light turned green and I had to try and avoid looking over my shoulder as I sped away as fast as the speed limit allowed me to travel.
Scott and I have been really good not spending money. Although we miss going to the movies, going out to eat, and recreational shopping. Although Scott did regress a week ago when he said he mysteriously ended up at the fishing sports store. He says it was like he was in a fog but when the fog lifted he was in the truck, had a bag in his hand which had "goodies" in it, along with a receipt that had his credit card and signature on it.
The most challenging part of trying to save money has been cooking every day. We have been shopping only once a week, but we don't always get what we need for the week because we are not in the habit of planning our meals. Scott and I like to cook, but we both HATE to clean up. There is nothing worse than coming home to a dirty kitchen. We try to clean up as we cook, but we sometimes get sidetracked with TV or surfing the internet on our laptops.
Scott and I also temporarily cancelled our house cleaning and lawn service. The house is getting rather dirty and the backyard is starting to look like a jungle. Ugh! I HATE cleaning the house. I guess this weekend I'll let Scott clean it because he prefers that chore to washing, folding, and ironing clothes. I don't mind doing the laundry, but Scott seems to have a lot of clothes. When I am sorting them I notice ... Scott , Scott, Scott, Scott, mine, Scott, mine, Scott, Scott ... Geez! You have more clothes than a woman! No wonder your clothes are piled mountain high -- you have too many of them.
I have to remember what our goal is ... buying the vacation home. Friday , I'll let you know how the inspection went. We are doing a day trip to Port Lavaca to walk through the inspection. If we are fine with findings, we'll finalize the contract.
Then today as I was driving to run to pick up office supplies for the department, I was at a red light and saw my favorite fast food joint. I could smell the burgers and fries. I was Jonesing so bad for one, but then remembered that they only take cash. Darn! I had no cash in my purse. I almost pulled over to search the floor for loose change. The light turned green and I had to try and avoid looking over my shoulder as I sped away as fast as the speed limit allowed me to travel.
Scott and I have been really good not spending money. Although we miss going to the movies, going out to eat, and recreational shopping. Although Scott did regress a week ago when he said he mysteriously ended up at the fishing sports store. He says it was like he was in a fog but when the fog lifted he was in the truck, had a bag in his hand which had "goodies" in it, along with a receipt that had his credit card and signature on it.
The most challenging part of trying to save money has been cooking every day. We have been shopping only once a week, but we don't always get what we need for the week because we are not in the habit of planning our meals. Scott and I like to cook, but we both HATE to clean up. There is nothing worse than coming home to a dirty kitchen. We try to clean up as we cook, but we sometimes get sidetracked with TV or surfing the internet on our laptops.
Scott and I also temporarily cancelled our house cleaning and lawn service. The house is getting rather dirty and the backyard is starting to look like a jungle. Ugh! I HATE cleaning the house. I guess this weekend I'll let Scott clean it because he prefers that chore to washing, folding, and ironing clothes. I don't mind doing the laundry, but Scott seems to have a lot of clothes. When I am sorting them I notice ... Scott , Scott, Scott, Scott, mine, Scott, mine, Scott, Scott ... Geez! You have more clothes than a woman! No wonder your clothes are piled mountain high -- you have too many of them.
I have to remember what our goal is ... buying the vacation home. Friday , I'll let you know how the inspection went. We are doing a day trip to Port Lavaca to walk through the inspection. If we are fine with findings, we'll finalize the contract.
