What did you accomplish today?

[Blade]

Cleared out space around my recumbent bike with some help. And cleaned out a box 😆 and I took a shower, that is a major project with my healing knee. I put together a sprayer and filled it up for use. That's about it. I really didn't do much but it felt good to feel like doing something

[easygoingfemme]

Yesterday's accomplishments:

Made really good omelettes with broccoli from our garden in them.
Harvested a bunch of our greens that were on their second round so I pulled them and re-seeded for the next round.
Built up a fence to go around our beans and cantaloupe because a groundhog discovered them and went to town.
Cooked ahead for the week: Baked haddock, chicken covered in rosemary and thyme from the garden, veggie loaded quiche, and shrimp curry.
Took out the trash.

Today is going to be over 90 degrees and I work in a swamp so I'm glad I got all of that done yesterday because today will be about staying upright until I don't have to anymore.

[Gemme]

I accomplished not getting any kind of heat sickness, which is great. I'm very happy with that accomplishment today.

[Bèsame*]

With all this handwashing and sanitizing, my nails are definitely taking a beating! Brittle. Peeling. I've tried nail hardeners, that starts to peel off within 36 hours. Short, filed..nope still peeling.

Today I got my manicuring skills out. It's been about 20 years since I dabbled in acrylics. Well, let's just say left hand, very well executed! The right hand, I'll have to hone in on more practice. Lol. Let's see if this is the solution I need.

Psst...the polish makes them look much better.

[Kätzchen]

* Slept in and had a lazy late morning breakfast and yummy cup of herbal tea.

* Trimmed and colored my hair.

* Later on today, catch up on some household chores, wash and dry some laundry, maybe go for a late afternoon drive.

* Mostly, I have taken good care of me. Best plan ever, if you ask me.

[Gayandgray]

Got the grass cut and all weed wacking done, cooked chicken & dumplings for dinner, bathed 3 of the 4 dogs, now watching 90 day fiancé, I’m ashamed to say I’m ADDICTED to this show!

[GeorgiaMa'am]

Changed the cat litter, called my sister and my mom, watched baseball. It was a very laid-back day.

[Kätzchen]

I worked today: it was a long day, but the weather was beautiful, even though it was terribly warm.

And that is an accomplishment, being able to work and spend the better part of my day at work.

My work is like my home. It's my home away from home.

Just today, I saw someone I haven't seen since last February or was it in mid March? Mask or no mask couldn't disguise the joy in our voices or in the laughter we shared.

[GeorgiaMa'am]

I worked today and then I went to the doctor's office. This is the first time since I was in the hospital back in May that I have walked with my rollator, except for a trip to the DMV. Those marble floors in the hospital office building sure are pretty, but they are awfully hard on my knee and ankle. My shoulders took a beating too, because I was leaning heavily on the rollator. However, I made it without a wheelchair! Also, I got good news from the doctor. And when I got home, there was a wonderful surprise in my mailbox.

[RockOn]

Hi GeorgiaMa'am,

I was sooooo happy to read you received good news from your doctor!!!

My friend, I am sending you a big bear hug! :)
RockOn

[Kenna]

My Monday morning started with going to see my Ortho, getting 3 very painful cortisone shots in my neck and shoulder...

Then my day went totally wild from there...
To hardware store for a bale of Fescue for the goat.
Other chores in town.
Lunch at Sonic.
Bought my new "Wheelies" (walker).
Headed home about 1pm then busted ass to get the camper ready for my trip tomorrow.
Back to town to Lowe's for a set of "louvered door tracks" for the camper.
Rush home.
More gathering gear, building a special set of steps for the side door of my new handicap accessible camper, tried to hitch camper to truck but ran into a problem with the crank on the jack (called neighbor for help, had to wait an hour), did kitchen chores and 2 loads of laundry, tended to dogs, met with pet sitter for goat and kitties, cleaned up my mess from building steps, heated up leftovers for a late dinner, made sure my roommate had his bad knee wrapped in ice, cleaned 2 dog crates, mowed part of an acre of grass (the rest can wait till next week), during the Lowe's trip I also went to pet store for dog food, and a bunch of other junk my tired brain can't recall.
Finally got a shower just after midnight and laid down about 1:45am.

Damn.

[Gemme]

I got some house cleaning done, ran some errands, bought some groceries, met with a contractor and loved on the kitties.

[GeorgiaMa'am]

I got some work done in the morning, went to the drugstore in the afternoon, and made a list of all the things I've got to get done before my surgery on Sept. 24. Oh, and I played "Chase the Laser" with the kitty.

[Kätzchen]

Besides being on the job today, I've been working on my list of "Do Not Forget" things I need to take with me, when I get ready to go on vacation next week.

And, I got the front wheel off my bicycle so I can get it fixed tomorrow at the bicycle shop (in town).

Tomorrow, it's household chores day, so there's that.

[Gemme]

I dare say that I haven't been very productive at all today.

[Kätzchen]

I dare say that I haven't been very productive at all today.

Haa!! That is going to be me tomorrow, because my whole entire week has been wayyyyyy tooooo bizzy. *LOL* :tease:

So that's me tomorrow: Not busy or productive. Just taking it easy. :blueheels:

[Orema]

Cleaned the refridgerator and prepped some food :)

[Gemme]

I was productive today! Laundry, hand washing face masks, washing my hair, unloading and loading the dishwasher, going through stuff and organizing, boxing up old stuff, vacuuming, putting a couple bags for donation aside, trash and recycling are out...actually recycling went out twice today...and I drank more water and ate less sweets today, which is something else I'm trying to work on now. I feel good about the day.

[FireSignFemme]

Made lists, took some inventory, organized pantry, other storage areas. I make it a habit to try and purchase a little extra of the household products I use on a regular basis as well as make sure I have some non-perishable foods on hand so if something like this happens I don't have to go out, fight crowds, wind up standing in some bread line, or even worse. I might choose to go out, purchase things to make myself more comfortable, the meals fresher, less repetitive but I don't have to. That brings a little peace of mind. If hard times can't be avoided then I try and learn from them so hopefully the next time I'll be a little better prepared than I was the time before. It's one thing to image what you'll need during these type of situations and a completely different thing altogether to know as a result of having lived through them. So today was just one of those kind of no fun but know it needs done anyway kind of days. I hate doing it when I'm doing it but later when, inevitably, something like this comes along I'll be glad I got up off my duff and did it anyway back when I didn't want to.

[easygoingfemme]

Yesterday:

Made a couple gallons of Salsa. Canned some and froze the rest.
Chopped up a bunch of tomatoes to vacuum seal and freeze for winter treats.
Made zoodles of zucchini and yellow squash.
Cooked our first garden pumpkin and made soup and muffins out of it.
We also went out to the farm where we get our meat and it was so nice out we sat out for a while watching the chickens and turkeys play. They were all being silly and having fun.

Then it was stuff like laundry, litter boxes, and taking out the trash.

[Stone-Butch]

My van got her yearly detailing, she is so clean.
Tomorrow she gets her hot oil innards sprayed for winter for salt and rust.

[Kätzchen]

--Came home, for a sec, to do some laundry.
--Checked mail box, cleaned out fridge.
--Leaving soon, again (beach time :stillheart:).

[GeorgiaMa'am]

Today I basically cried a lot, called two friends and cried some more, and threw in the towel over all the stuff I need to get done before I have surgery.

Tomorrow, I will actually do something on the list.

[VintageFemme]

Very little so far and it's not looking good for the rest of the day either. I have almost zero motivation to do anything these days. In the middle of the night, I have all these amazing plans for things to do and then when the morning comes around, eh maybe tomorrow.

[Build A Bridge]

Probably too much and ruined myself for this fantastic weekend. Only time will tell. I am not passed out sleeping. Of course, I turned the ac down lower as soon as I made it home

[Gemme]

A lot! I have organized a bunch of things in my craft room and moved some furniture to my storage to sell off as well and vacuuming and cleaning most of the room. I put a box aside for donation too.

[GeorgiaMa'am]

I organized about a third of my bedroom. It's been awhile, so I had stuff piled everywhere. I did the first third yesterday, and tomorrow is for the last third.

There's a huge pile of stuff at my curb. I heard on some news program today (can't recall which) that a lot of people are getting rid of clutter due to staying at home during COVID-19. They discussed how clutter tends to be generational - people from the depression area never throw out anything that might be remotely useful some day; even broken things that could possibly be repaired. The Boomer generation feels a sense of obligation to store memorabilia - for a generation that doesn't want it. The latest generations just don't want clutter, period. I'm Gen X, so I guess at heart I really want to get rid of clutter, but I was raised by people with depression-era values. I have plenty of junk that might be useful "someday", or that I could sell in a yard sale, or that somebody else might be able to use. I have recently decided, though, that if I don't just get it out of the house, it's never going anywhere, and it will just be left here for my relatives to eventually deal with. Therefore, it's going on the curb, where it will eventually wind up in a landfill - which makes me feel rather guilty. But at least I will feel guilty in a house where I have more room to walk than just paths between all the piles of junk.

So, that's what I accomplished today: decluttering, self-guiltifying, and rationalization.

[Bèsame*]

Funny, Georgia mentions what Boomers do with their stuff. As I'm sorting and releasing things to pack or not to pack, it makes sense now why I've held onto the things I have. Memorabilia. Things to look back on. Why do I have all my report cards? All my year books? All my patches from girl scouts? Well today, I looked over things and said, this was nice. Goodbye tap shoes from my Art Linkletter dancing days. Goodbye bible I received from my grandmother that said to me, from her. Nothing else was in that book. Not one thing highlighted or note. I'll donate that but I'm keeping her childhood bible. It's a picture bible from 1908. ...oh my..over a hundred years old.

I have no kids to pass on things to. It's me. Why hold on to things? I'm going to use the milk glass dishes more often.

I do have one doll left from my bride doll collection. But, it's not worth much, I checked on Ebay. She will get donated. I will, however, keep the doll my granddad brought home from France during WWII. I'm sure one of my neices will appreciate her.

Boomers...holding on to things to reminiscence. Well.....
....thats nice....
....goodbye things

[homoe]

I've been purging this weekend as well! I'm a boomer and a cancer which makes me a prime candidate for the typical "hoarder" but I'm far from that!

I've left family heirlooms in the care of my nephew's wife. From time to time she asks if I want her to send me things but I know it's wise for them to remain in her care. More than likely my grandniece, her daughter, will inherit them & can do as she pleases with them.

My week-end purge has been of clothes and shoes, that have seen better days, shredded medical and tax documents, and books. I usually don't keep books so I've decided it's time to send Can You Ever Forgive Me, A Man Called Ove, and about a dozen or so other books off to new homes via the used bookstore here in town!

A good purge always makes me feel tons lighter...:hangloose:

[Wrang1er]

I cleaned off the back porch
and then I mowed the grass.
Came in and washed the dishes
now I am sitting on my ass.

[JDeere]

Work
Shower
Ran dishwasher
Gathered trash to be set out for pickup this evening
Ate some rice, not much appetite lately

[Gemme]

Sounds like a lot of us have purge fever. Marie Kondo would be proud! Today, I found a way to get more usable floor space with the exact same amount of stuff. No purging but definitely a smarter usage of what I have. I'm going to call that a win.

Work was fast and furious today as most half days are. I vacuumed some when I got home and I talked with someone about buying a desk I'm selling as well. I'm hoping to get a load of laundry done and a nice, hot shower before day's end. Other than that, I'm pretty much kaput for the night.

[easygoingfemme]

Today. Vacation day!

Laundry
Mowed the lawn
Scrubbed down the back porch
Painted back porch floor
Scrubbed down kitchen (so I can paint cabinets tomorrow)
Scrubbed down front porch
Painted steps to front porch

I think that's enough? More fun tomorrow!

[Wrang1er]

I accomplished a five mile kayaking trip. It was fun. I am going to accomplish a nap now!

[clementinefemme]

I had my first appointment with an acupuncturist! I loved it. Made me consider a second career in acupuncture lol. Helping people heal themselves must be beautiful.

[FireSignFemme]

Today I decided to hell with conventional I was I never all that great at it anyway even when I was so decades latter why start now. So to that end I spent today off and on cleaning, rearranging, moving furniture around. Working to make this a place that, though maybe not show case, just works better for me. I was hoping to be done by tonight but here I am, it's just barely past nine and I don't have any more energy left to put into it. I told myself I was just going to take a break but now that I've stopped there's no getting that momentum back. It hurts too much just sitting here to stand up and think about giving it the old college try. After I finish this coffee that's kept me going I'm going to clear just enough space on the couch for Monte and I to fit and hang out while I watch television and hopefully have enough oomph left to make it through, forget about an entire movie, just one full episode of a television program.

[clementinefemme]

I got accepted into a yoga teacher training program, which I'm excited about, but also nervous due to the workload on top of my job and graduate school. Not sure if I should go for it...

[Gemme]

I've logged over 8100 steps today, busted my hump at work, had dinner, loved on my fur babies and nearly fell asleep watching an episode about a home built on a tiny island in the middle of a river.

[FireSignFemme]

Did you ever start on one simple project and wind up doing a whole bunch of stuff you never had any intention of doing because once you get going one thing leads to the next leads to another? Well that's how it's been for me the past few days but finally I'm done, everything is very organized, completely inventoried, clean and things look good.

I never thought I'd have canned goods, household cleaning products and other bulk items in the bedroom here but it really works. Eventually I'll get tall freestanding cabinets so it won't look so - Hey everybody I've got half my kitchen pantry and other staples in the bedroom on shelves. For right now though it's not it's bad and it's only a few steps away to retrieve things.

Also it's much easier now to see what I have, what I need, to reach for things without all the hassle I had to go through before. Now I've got room for that small dining table and freezer in the breakfast nook area. Which I've really wanted but where to put it. So if I have to walk to the bedroom to get that can of tomato sauce or pack of TP or whatever it's worth it.

I don't know how comfortable I'd feel about having an overnight guest with this crazy set up though. Hey I have an idea, let's go do this in the fallout shelter. Well hopefully she'll have a place we can go. Hotels can get expensive. Well If not I dated someone once who lived in a shelter while I was busy living in a nunnery and we figured it out. I was in my 20's though, probably not as fun in your 50's.

[GeorgiaMa'am]

I filled up two pickup truck loads of junk to be hauled to the curb.

[Gemme]

Did you ever start on one simple project and wind up doing a whole bunch of stuff you never had any intention of doing because once you get going one thing leads to the next leads to another?

Welcome to my brain. All day, every day.

I filled up two pickup truck loads of junk to be hauled to the curb.

I just received a brochure for College HUNKS (https://www.collegehunkshaulingjunk.com/providence/?providenceb&utm_campaign=ri-providence-401&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_content=chair10-brand&L=true&gclid=Cj0KCQjwqfz6BRD8ARIsAIXQCf2p8SwCVzqdRDQvBzxU LICb9jRzY2n0Mo32ocfSqRzQEa1S-lO41f0aAuxPEALw_wcB). Want me to send one over?

As for myself, I made it through the day. Every time I turned around, some other problem/issue/challenge asserted itself. Some small, some big plus one customer who I fear is falling deeper and deeper into psychosis.

She is paranoid and that's always been that way as long as I've known her and has always been directed at people outside my work environment but now she's suspicious of myself and my coworker. If she only knew how little we cared about the things that she does, she would feel tons better. In the meantime, I'm playing therapist but you can't say the word therapist because it's a trigger for a meltdown, which happens often.

I'm trying not to lose my sh*t on this woman because she's causing my coworker to gnaw her cuticles and nails down to bloody stumps from anxiety. I've spent a lot of time building my coworker up and I'm about to tear my customer a new one for dragging my girl down like that.

So, yeah. I made it though the day without researching RI's version of the Baker Act. That's a win.

[homoe]

~~
Nothing YET, but the day's still young!

[Gemme]

I completed the fastest transaction I've ever made on Craigslist. Score!

As a bonus, I also finally switched my passenger and driver car seat covers like I've been meaning to for a few weeks now. I even vacuumed out some of the floorboards. Not all; I'm not a maniac.

:blink:

[LOQUI]

Work....
Two Zoom events: 4 hours...2 hours....

Im done! :byebye:

[AlexF]

long live the king of procrastination!

[Gemme]

So far, today, I've accomplished acquiring 9.5 hours of sleep, having a very unusual dream (even for me), making my bed, visiting the facilities and securing my mop of hair, feeding the fur babies, drinking a glass of water and checking an online account. And visiting here, natch.

Upcoming accomplishments include: breakfast, tidying up and organizing, putting clean dishes away, dumping out my dehumidifier water, working on a craft project and cleaning the bathroom. I also plan on staying indoors most of the day and staying in my pajamas the whole day.

[Kenna]

Early morning Ortho visit for my shoulder. She gave me another shot (Dammit)
Quick grocery shopping.
Got home, started charcoal grill.
Took care of dogs.
Seared beef roast over grill.
Finished it by chopping it into bite sized pieces, placed in crock with my favorite mix of "beefy mushroom" soup and other stuff to make Stew Beef...
Took care of dogs again.
Took a nap with my old furbaby.
Then made the rest of dinner...homecooked glazed carrots, peas and rice.
Entertained "Mawmaw" for dinner.
Cleaned up mess.
Cooked sausage for roommate's breakfast.

[Kelt]

Got the potted Plumaria tree, which is about 8 feet tall, moved to the opposite corner of the courtyard. Three guys and a floor jack later mission accomplished!

It really does look kind of amazing in its new spot. Fabulousness!

Next up, down to the beach for a sunset walk...

[homoe]

~~
Tonight there is a frost warning so today we figured we'd better bring in items we had in the garage like, extra soda, bottle water, etc etc! It took us a good chunk of the day with figuring out where to put it all once we got it into the house! All I can say is we must of hit one hell of a sale on soda, it's lined up like cord wood! Same with bottled water, but I know the sale price is always the same 2/$5.

While Mary stored the stuff in the house, I stayed in the garage, cut up boxes, swept, hauled cardboard out to the recycle bin.Then I re-arranged and took inventory of paper toweling, t-paper, etc etc. That garage resembles a mini Costco...LOL

[Orema]

Purged my bedroom closet. Putting those things aside till I purge other closet, cedar chest, and dresser drawers.

[Kelt]

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[Gemme]

I worked and went to the bank....saw a tiny car nose down in a ditch and firefighters trying to winch it up....went to Wally World and picked up a ton of rather healthy options that was definitely more expensive than my usual fare....and now I'm tying up loose ends so I can hit the sack.

[Kelt]

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I decided that enough time had passed today that I should sign up for notification when my ballot is accepted. Surprisingly, I was told that it was already accepted on the 28th! Pretty quick turnaround, glad to know that this one’s in the bank.

[Kätzchen]

I didn't eat any bread and I stuck to small portions, which sometimes is really hard for me to do because I'm an emotional eater.

[Kätzchen]

On Sunday's, I generally set aside time to investigate places to visit while on vacation. Rico and I plan on taking a once-in-a-lifetime vacation to a Mediterranean destination, in the near future. Today, like most always, I daydream about us visiting Santorini. :stillheart:

https://www.telegraph.co.uk/content/dam/Travel/Cruise/Ocean/Santorini-sunset-no-people.jpg?imwidth=450

[Stone-Butch]

Went grocery shopping after I worked for 1/2 hr. to brush off my van. Stood in line for another 1/2 hr to get in the store (Walmart). Bought some treats for my wonderful neighbors just cause. Watched a lot of tv and chatted a bit.

[nina03]

I put together pint jars of refrigerator oatmeal for the week. I also made a big pot of vegetarian jambalaya for dinners for the week, and prepped homemade lentil burgers for lunches. I'm not vegetarian, but I'm trying to incorporate more vegetable meals into my routine. I also chopped and prepped veggies to eat with these meals.
Then I folded laundry, so all my laundry is clean. Now the house is clean, the food is prepped, the dishes are done, and I get to relax. I did all that work while playing music and dancing and singing along, so I had some fun, too.
Also, I have a job interview this week. I don't know if I want the new job, but it's nice for them to be interested in me.

[Kätzchen]

I booked 4 day weekends through out most of this coming summer. It will be nice to have extended time off to relax with Rico or get a few days too for myself.

:hk20:

[Kätzchen]

I found time to get my weekly household chores done; then I went on a 13 mile bicycle ride; then I made a big batch of coconut milk-mixed berry protein shake drinks (for the work week); and made an appt with our CPA to file an amended tax return, since the new stimulus package allows for tax credit on last years unemployment and stimulus funds. It is a bummer that I have to dish out another C-note for CPA fees, but at least I will get a better tax refund once our CPA files my amended return.

[Kätzchen]

I got a bunch of things I am going to work on today, including a months-long crafting project I start working on before summer gets underway, because it is an art project I make for each person in my life that I interact with at work or in my private life. It takes months to get it done, so it's ready by the time the late fall holiday season comes around.

I will most likely go for a bicycle ride today too, because the weather will be warmer than it has been, since last year.

And, then sometime late today, I will go pick up my Honey from his chemo appt and ferry us to his house for some R&R time together.

[randrum]

Today I completed the patchwork in the upstairs bathroom from the remodel I did last weekend. I also removed the downstairs vanity and sink so I could patch behind it before installing the new one. I washed the exterior of the house. And I went on a 3-mile hike before getting dinner and watching a movie with a friend.

[FireSignFemme]

Did a little house work
Cleaned up some bookmarks before son got here
Watched grandson while his dad worked on TV and computer
Took care of some laundry
Spent some quality time with Monte

[Stone-Butch]

Went shopping for groceries. Scrubbed the devil out of the bathroom and kitchen, vaccumed the apt.. I will cook soon and do up the dishes and I am done.

[Bèsame*]

I just finished washing and waxing my car. Ohhh, its beautiful! And..btw.....I've never named any of my cars!

I love having a yard to play in the water with. Little on my toes, a little watering the grass.

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[Happyfemme]

In my office at work right now reviewing the business intelligence reports and Tableau data.

When I get home take my silky out for a ride in the car. He loves riding in the car.

Then make steak and salad for dinner.

[FireSignFemme]

Behaved myself in Costco – In and out of there quick with no side trips, only what I came for and without trying any of the freebie samples either.

[Happyfemme]

At work reviewing census reports and huddle boards.

Then when I get home take Milo out for a ride in the car and make dinner.

[randrum]

Drove home from Chicago. Created and gave a presentation at work (totally procrastinated that one). Had a few other meetings. And now just relaxing.

[Orema]

– Removed the storm window and added the screens to the front door and sliding door.

– Assembled a bookcase

– Started assembling a sewing table but I need a better screwdriver. Will finish tomorrow.

– Exercised

[randrum]

- Mowed the front and back lawn
- Applied spring fertilizer to the front and back lawn
- Removed some peony plants that I thought I killed off last year
- Applied weed killer to the front driveway

And managed to get it all done before it started raining.

[Gemme]

So far, not nearly as much as I thought I would have done by now but I made an executive decision and slept a huge chunk of the morning. I've been shorting myself of sleep for so long, it felt entirely alien but nice.

The first load of laundry is finished and the bed has been remade and the bedroom put back into a semblance of order. The second load of laundry is in the dryer now. The fur babies have been taken care of and a load of trash and recycling have been take out of the house as well. The fridge had a once over in terms of clearing old things out and the floors have been swept and all the carpets except the craft room have been vacuumed. The big cat tree had a once over with the vacuum nozzle as well. I talked to a friend while I ate brunch and have putzed around online, playing checkers and making a pleasure purchase while doing research for an upgrade purchase. I've also moved a couple things around the kitchen in the name of organization.

I have a list as long as my arm, which is clearly not getting finished today but at this moment, I'm okay with that. I know I'll get to several more of the smaller items on the list but I'm pretty sure the big furniture moving is not happening.

[Happyfemme]

I went to CVS for a few things.
Took Milo out in the car.
Started the laundry.
Cleaned the house.
Made cinnamon rolls and hash browns.
Ordered a Target same day delivery.
Wiped down everything from CVS and Target.
Colored my hair.
Later I will finish the laundry and make dinner.

[Kätzchen]

* Slept in (I slept over ten hours).

* Had a lovely breakfast with my Love, Rico.

* Went shopping for a few items at the grocery store (I made Chipolte salads with baby spinach leaves, tempeh browned in evoo, sliced avocado and ruby red Cherub tomatoes, topped with corn kernels, wild brown rice and quinoa, and baby black beans, for our lunches this week).

* Painted my fingernails after I manicured my own natural nails.

* Ironed a few scarves, to go with certain things I will wear this week at work.

* Oh, and I cleaned out our sock drawers so I can go on a sock shopping spree. I will keep the odd socks I find to make cute sock puppets for Christmas toys to give to children as keep sake gifts, this coming holiday season.

[Gemme]

At work? Not much of anything, unfortunately. My new hire had problems with every account that he set up and none of his passwords worked after they were created and emails from Payroll just disappeared. Also, the grinder he used shredded a brand new blade in seconds.

Is it Mercury retrograde?

[Happyfemme]

At work I did a presentation on census and attendance then I did huddles and supervisions.

At home I took Milo out and made dinner.

[JDeere]

not much, I still have alot of things to do before Friday!

[Blade]

Bush hogged the small side of the driveway.
Weedeated the end of the driveway.
Tore down some brush around the fence posts down there
Cleaned out the fridge and washed a sink full of dishes
Made my breakfast and washed dishes again.

I'm done for today...not really

[Orema]

All boxes in the femme cave are unpacked, broke down, stacked in the garage ready to be tossed out.

I still have boxes in the garage to unpack but will do that next spring or summer after I get some shelves built in the garage.

My walls are still bare, but I’m no longer staring at boxes.

It’s feeling like home.

:bow:

[Orema]

It may not sound like much but Steve and his son came by to take away the empty boxes and move some large pieces of furniturea again—everything is now in its place (as long as I don’t change my mind again).

Also, cute Tony* (a neighbor) came by and removed some doors I had on a closet in the bedroom. Have decided to remove the doors and hang curtains.

I’m a happy camper and am ready to start adding artwork to the walls. I can do some on my own and will get Rick to help me with some others.

Things could be worse.

:bow:

*Tony is a dude and I’m a lesbian but I can still recognize cuties. He’s a biker who keeps an eye out for some of the retirees.

[FireSignFemme]

I've been taking stock of things shuffling, rearranging, working on inventory since this morning. With food out of the way I'm taking a look at other basic necessities. Food wasn't too bad. Food = Happy and filling, thinking about tasty times ahead. Laundry soap, dish detergent, other cleaning supplies, household necessities which just point to drudgery and endless amounts of it under bitter circumstances, in deplorable conditions, or even worse. I guess if shit hits the fan it will prove to have been worth the effort but for now – yuck!

[Kätzchen]

Laundry (and a few other household chores), Banking errands, and I got our tax appts scheduled for us both. Oh, and daydreaming about our next vacation.

[Kenna]

I made a blueberry blackberry pie.
I did some cleaning.
I took the dogs out several times and worked on training the new 3 month old pup.
My chest and arm started to hurt, so I didn't accomplish much. But I was content with what I did and how good my hot shower felt later.
(I was reminded of the Lupus Spoon Theory)

[Kenna]

I made a good dinner of salmon patties and veggies. Made me proud considering my current situation with bulging lumbar disks that make certain chores very painful.

I walked the dogs outside a few times, surprised at how chilly it was outside.

I accomplished reaching out to a local friend I haven't heard from since December. We both go different directions at times, her work is consuming and my Lupus tends to make me antisocial. It's an accomplishment for me to reach out and communicate. We set up lunch for next week.

[Kenna]

I got a lot more accomplished today than I thought I would. To end my chores, I marinated 3 small pork roasts so I can grill them tomorrow.

All 3 dogs are exercised, fed, happy and now sleeping.
Now time for Momma to rest.

[BullDog]

Today I got half of my 21,000 listed postcards on eBay set up and organized in my “warehouse” (aka the garage). Yesterday I got my office equipment set up in my temporary office and office & packing supplies put up and organized on shelves in the garage. Tomorrow I will finish setting up the rest of the postcards. Business is open!

[Kätzchen]

So far, after showering and getting all dolled up for my workday, I am on my second cup of coffee (home brewed Caramel flavored coffee with zero sugar coffee creamer in Pumpkin Spice).

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50154007672_8e5829702b_b.jpg

Workday cometh soon, so I ought to make something to eat.

Scrambled eggs, toast (half a slice) with oranged coconut jelly and butter.

Got my fitbit watch on too, so I shall see how many steps I get today at work.

:blueheels:

[MaddieRobbie]

Today? I got out of bed which, on a cold and damp morning, feels like enough of an accomplishment. I'm sipping an enormous mug of Italian coffee and sifting through emails. Since I don't have to be in the office today or meet with clients, I can wear sweat pants and a beat up sweat shirt.

[Kenna]

A marathon grocery shopping trip (3 different stores because of sales) then unloading everything from the truck.

[GeorgiaMa'am]

A marathon grocery shopping trip (3 different stores because of sales) then unloading everything from the truck.

That kind of thrifty shopping trip, while tiring, always leaves me with a great feeling of accomplishment, especially afterwards when I'm going over the receipts and seeing how much I got and how much money I saved. Deeply satisfying.

* * *

Today I organized the kitchen and found places and storage for all the new doggo equipment, snacks and food.

[Kenna]

That kind of thrifty shopping trip, while tiring, always leaves me with a great feeling of accomplishment, especially afterwards when I'm going over the receipts and seeing how much I got and how much money I saved. Deeply satisfying.

* * *

Today I organized the kitchen and found places and storage for all the new doggo equipment, snacks and food.

That's exactly how I felt, especially when I unloaded my large Coleman cooler and big red wagon that I used to move things from the truck to the front door so I didn't have to make multiple trips. Today was even more of an accomplishment because I haven't felt like doing much due to my bad health.
And an extra treat was the slight rain made the fall leaves absolutely beautiful for my trip.

[nhplowboi]

[I]Other than mucking out the stalls, dropping hay and readying for the night feeding it has been phone work/computer work. I called to have an appliance repair on the stackable washer. The washer door boot has a huge rip in it so it means water everywhere after a wash. Duct tape is NOT doing it. I was shocked but happy to be informed we bought the warrenty when we got the set so it will be a free repair. Then I wrote Silver Singles who I recently joined. I contacted them about a scammer who sent me a message. Some asshole sent me a message that said 'was your dad a king because I was such a PRINCESS' WTH...dude did you look at my picture or were you just trying to enrage me?! Being old and I think single is sucking. [I]

[Kenna]

Took my puppy to get spayed. They upset me bad after informing me they needed to keep her over night. They couldn't tell me this days ago when it was arranged?

[GeorgiaMa'am]

- cleaned the kitchen
- did some laundry
- mixed up a batch of pork spice rub
- computer stuff

[GeorgiaMa'am]

I put up my Christmas tree and decorated the whole house, inside and out!

https://i.imgur.com/WZq89fLm.jpg

(jk, I never took down the tree from last year. I didn't even bother to take a new picture, this is last year's pic. Oh, and the rest of the house? Fuhgeddaboutit! :) )

[Toolio]

I made a miniature minnie mouse christmas decoration today.....

[Gemme]

I put up my Christmas tree and decorated the whole house, inside and out!

https://i.imgur.com/WZq89fLm.jpg

(jk, I never took down the tree from last year. I didn't even bother to take a new picture, this is last year's pic. Oh, and the rest of the house? Fuhgeddaboutit! :) )

I kept my tree up, fully decorated, for 2-3 years one time. It was a white tree so I had to dust it to keep it not looking dirty but it made for the prettiest white, twinkly night light.

[Toolio]

I found these battery operated gumdrop light but I had to figure out a way to display next to chocolate walkway I made that leads up to blowmold gingerbread house. So I decided to cut that none smooth styrofoam block into strips just deep enough to hold lights....but I used this round hard tube to make holes in foam just big enough to shove light base thru when bulb part was off.....

[nhplowboi]

I woke up this morning and decided I was going to tackle my Comcast/Infinity problem. The Roku is ok but I am set in my ways and miss my normal TV routine. After about an hour of pure frustration and anger I ended up with associate Scott and he should be cloned. He was extremely personable and I think family, had worked for Comcast for 24 years and was extremely knowledgable. I had my TV back up and running shortly and did not need to replace my TV box. I told him I don't kiss boys but if he were in my living room he would get one!

From there it was off to the stalls to feed and then muck and clean. I thought they would be much worse then they were because they went in early yesterday.

After that I decided the truck needs winter tires so I went to a local tire shop and bought four new winter and studded tires.

On the way home I stopped and bought cracked corn for the horses, a new Carhartt vest for me and 2 bales of shavings.

When I got home I had to figure out water for the horses. The hose line had frozen (I will deal with that later) but their buckets needed filled for tonight.
I ended up loading buckets into the back of my truck, filling them in the truck and then driving down to the barn. Other then having soaking wet coat and pants (in 30 degree weather) by the time I got done, the stall buckets were full and I should be covered for tomorrow night also. As the horses were supposed to be at their new facilities by now, I never bought a new trough and will now have to do this a few more times before I am in the clear.

I stopped on the way to the house and cut a little more wood for tonights fire which is now all aflame and bumping up the room temp about 10 degrees.

[nhplowboi]

Some minor storm prep:

Got the woodstove cleaned out and set up a fire to go but may wait until tomorrow night to light it. It is comfortable right now and the temp is supposed to go up into the 50's tomorrow. It will be good to go when the bottom drops out tomorrow night.

A little extra wood got brought in to dry out in case the wood stove becomes my only source of heat.

The bathtub was filled for toilet flushing in case the power goes out.

Layed a rope line down the hill to the barn in case it ices up as bad as they say it might.

Dropped extra hay to the stalls so I won't be dealing with it the next few days.

Took the plow truck down to the boys and they topped off the reservoir. The plow has a piston leak and it had run so low I could barely get the plow to move. I did make an appointment for service at the Fisher dealership but they can't get to it until 01/04/23.

Relocated a couple buckets of salted sand for easy access in case they are going to be needed. Depending on how this storm rolls out I may have to go to the town garage tomorrow and pick up more.

Brought my battery jump-pack into the house so it can charge up. It is handy to charge other things like a cell phone or computer and all of those things are also charging right now.

[Toolio]

https://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/150x100q90/923/xB4stF.jpg

[Toolio]

I am not very computer savvy so hopefully this shows my holiday creation accomplishment....

[Toolio]

I think picture link sucks and hard to see ...I tried

[Kätzchen]

We got up slowly and plan to do nothing except go for a drive to the coast (maybe).

[GeorgiaMa'am]

We have lounged around for most of the day. I did fill stockings and put some presents under the tree. I thought about unloading and loading the dishwasher, but . . . no.

[Toolio]

Today the sunshine state actually was sunny for me so was yard work.....I hate st Augustine grass thou because it crawls along ground growing....

[Kätzchen]

1) slept in
2) colored my hair
3) painted my nails
4) things to do yet: laundry, go by insurance office, go by leasing office in my home community, then make dinner. Maybe go on a carrot cake fest. :cheesy:

[GeorgiaMa'am]

I started a new craft project. That's pretty much it, except for taking care of the doggo.

[kittygrrl]

cookies:hk11:

[Bèsame*]

For a day off I did alot!

Highlighted my hair
Pedicure
Lunch with a friend.
Stops at Tjmaxx, Sally's beauty, grocery store, smoke shop (been visiting since xmas) and a car wash. I even vacuumed!
Made manicotti.
Walked 3 miles before dinner was finished.


Whew.
Wonder what tomorrow will bring?

[GeorgiaMa'am]

The boi and I got our Covid-19 booster shots, and I got a shingles vaccine.

[GeorgiaMa'am]

I cleaned out the refrigerator AND the freezer. I found a few treasures, too - a pack of beautiful NY strip steaks, some homemade chicken broth, and a ham bone. I also have baby butter beans to cook with the ham bone. I'll be having those in the next few days! Fortunately, I didn't have very much waste to throw out - I hate wasting food because I forgot it was in the freezer for too long!

[FireSignFemme]

I made white beans and leeks from scratch. Turned out horrible and it was a lot of hard work. My grandmother made it look effortless. Well I guess in a world with no fast food and a whole bunch of mouths to feed this would be a simple recipe, a very simple one. Yet still I botched it. I don't have her recipe she never used them. She didn't use measuring cups, spoons, scales, timers, meat thermometers or anything like that either. So to learn how to make it the way she did she'd have to be here to show me. Well I won't give up. I can see how it would be better if next time I did this or didn't do that so live and learn. I'll just have to keep at it till I get it right. She wouldn't want me to quit and hey at least I didn't burn it, that's off to a pretty good start right?

[Gemme]

I have succeeding in wasting my day off by running work errands and then zoning out watching Ink Master. I need to get my tush in gear so I can actually accomplish something on my to do list other than pay bills.

[GeorgiaMa'am]

called my sister to wish her "Happy Birthday" and have a chat
called my bff to chat
called the boi to chat
ran errands
watched "The Fosters"
played with the doggo

[FireSignFemme]

Worked on budget
Paid bills
Cleaned house
Laundry
Put together grocery list
Watched a little television
Coffee and conversation with my eldest
Lost Keys, searched to no avail

[Orema]

Got out of bed today and didn’t use the walker. Usually, I need the walker when I first get up, but not today. Not sure I’ll try that tomorrow. Was feeeling game this morning.

Rode the exercise bike for 10 minutes yesterday.

:bow:

[GeorgiaMa'am]

- Washed dishes
- Cleaned up the dining room table
- Recycled a bunch of cardboard boxes

[FireSignFemme]

- Had a cheese bagel w/cream cheese breakfast at a nice little coffee shop
- Spent some time at price checking at Costco, making a plan before I spent
- Quick trip to Safeway
- Lunch with J and grandson
- 2 hrs online fixing Costco checkout errors, their bad not mine - Frustrating!
- Gave Monte some play time love and attention
- Placed Chewy.com order
- Dinner, dishes and dessert
- Now, finally, enjoying a little down time

[Kätzchen]

Not going to do much today except stay in bed with my legs propped up and my sleeping mask handy nearby.

Been on a two week wrk assignment covering shifts for people out on vacation.


Got to get my beauty rest. 😴🤫🤞👗🦋🌺💫🥂

[GeorgiaMa'am]

Little things around the house: wiping down the outside of appliances, cutting some flowers for a vase, returning phone calls.

[clay]

Finished my project & in mail for our penpal group!! YAY!!

Camper all packed, headed out tomorrow for 5 days, with my wife!!!

Pool, springs, good food, camraderie!

[Soft*Silver]

It was a very very busy day in the garden. It was a very cool but sunny 72° weather in northeast Ohio. So I took advantage of it. I had two of my garden helpers come out. One welded, sanded and painted a gorgeous vintage metal round Picnic table set. I’ve had it for years and been waiting to have this done and finally it got accomplished today!
And then myself, and my other helper put together nine raised beds. Then lined them with weed fabric. Once in the ground, we raised cattle panels and turn them into trellises between the beds. This was an incredible amount of work and I swear I am done buying raised beds!

[GeorgiaMa'am]

- art
- cleaned the kitchen (somewhat)
- created 5 days of menus for my visit with Mama

[Kätzchen]

--- I slept in late.:moonstars:

---- We will go out for dinner and drinks tonight. :cheer:

----- Go by the bank. :nixon:

------- Maybe tone/color my locks of hair. :bow:

---------- Definitely rest. :tease:

[Kenna]

Transplanted several tomato plants into their new raised garden beds. It was 90° by 9am :seeingstars:

Fed/watered the old goat (she recently turned 8 years old and is a rare goat because she likes to be the only goat)

Fed/watered dogs and medicated my sick pup.

Managed to feed myself by 2pm.

Attended a Visitation for a dear friend's mother.

Came home to heat up leftovers and do dishes.

Not a very productive day, but I'll make up for it later.

[GeorgiaMa'am]

Took out the trash.

Reorganized a corner of my bedroom.

Food prep.

Played with the doggo.

Watched the Braves game. (We won!)

[firegal]

Moved to Butte Montana 2 weeks ago.Tired ofthe Lawlessness in the Seattle/Tacoma area.All my family has moved to montana area.So im trying to unpack a box or 2 a day.I live across the street from the municiple golf course.So i find golf balls every day and my grand nephew lays claim to them. Hope all is well with folks.BYEEEEE

[GeorgiaMa'am]

- dropped off the doggy for a spa day
- got the oil changed
- put on my new license plate
- washed all the doggy crate accoutrements and put in a new doggy bed
- had a nice, long nap

[Kätzchen]

Today was my Monday at work and we were very busy.
But I got off work early, so there’s that.

Now, I’m just about to drift off to dreamland….but I am listening to some good stuff (https://youtu.be/TurM4wB4H7o) and will curl up soon with my love….who is my everything.

Here is a thought I saw earlier today and I like it:

“Don’t pray for a miracle. Be a miracle.”

Nite nite
:moonstars:

[Gemme]

So far, just two loads of laundry and tootling around. I got home very early this morning and slept late, so for me, that's an accomplishment too.

[GeorgiaMa'am]

I worked on taxes today.

[Orema]

Yesterday I organized my office closet. That’s where my tools, supplies, computer, music and project equipment are kept. I put most items in see-through plastic containers with lids and labels. Tossed out a lot, but kept some things, too.

Completed a couple loads of laundry.

Today I plan on repotting a newly-started lemon basil and a sweet basil plants. Maybe start some inside cannabis plants. I got some seeds from Amsterdam right before I moved here and I just hope they’re still good.

Puchase some fresh-cut flowers for the dining room table.

Get some prices on having a bush removed from my lot since the HOA is taking their damn time removing it. Tsk.

[Orema]

I was able to get the HOA to reduce the amount of water used to irrigate my lawn thereby reducing my water bill. My water bill for the 2022 summer months was $450. I almost had a baby when I saw that bill last year.

The HOA board blew me off when I brought it to their attention. Told me about inflation and city requirements for nice lawns. That didn't go over well with me.

I went to the Department of Public Works and spoke with the Superintendent. He also thought it a was an outrageous amount for my size lot and he didn’t like it.

He told me what to do, what to say, what to expect from my HOA board and what to expect from his department. If necessary, he was willing to show me how to turn off the sprinkler system for my lot if I couldn’t get the HOA to turn it off when it rains. He told me to let them know that he was monitoring this situation (even though there was little that he could do since I signed a contract with the HOA when I purchased the condo). Still, he was hoping his name and department would carry some weight. It did.

I went back to the HOA board and got their full attention. I asked for a 50% reduction of water and got a 35% reduction. I asked for the watering schedule and got that, too. Again I asked for a map of the zones and sprinkler heads and this time I received it. They showed me how to turn off the sprinklers when it rains. They also replaced or repaired sprinklers that weren’t working properly. This summer’s bill was $281. The DPW Superintendent and I still think that’s high, but it’s a good start.

I’ll send a letter to the HOA board letting them know I appreciate the changes, the changes made a difference, and that I’d like to know of any future changes in the water schedule, zones, sprinkler heads, etc.

I'll drop off some donuts for the Superintendent and his team.

I've been moanin' and groanin' about the water situation since I moved here. So glad this battle is behind me, at least for now.

[Kätzchen]

Two nights ago, I made a lovely supper for my friend at work (and her husband). I marinated two huge chicken breasts in Tequila and freshly squeezed limes with cilantro, for two days in the fridge. Then I browned them in a skillet with evoo; then cooked a batch of organic Italian semolina noodles and cooked from scratch, a creamy, cheesy Alfredo sauce and married it all together, for our evening meal. It was simply delicious. That’s what I did a few days ago.

Today I see my bone doctor.

Then I have a special counseling appt with a therapist to help me with trauma stuff I’ve been re-experiencing and other family trauma stuff.

This evening I plan to wait up for my partner to get off work and hope to do something fun tonight (giving each other a body massage).

[Blade]

Long list, let's just say Ima have to go back to work to get some rest

[GeorgiaMa'am]

I got my healthcare.gov application for 2024 healthcare coverage done. And the price they gave me is $180 less than what the State told me it would be! Apparently I qualified for some kind of bonus, and now my premium is less than $100 per month. (Also I live in one of those awful States that handles its own healthcare insurance. Very annoying, does not completely dovetail with the national healthcare insurance. Causes miscommunication.)

[Kätzchen]

Here’s what I’m gonna try to get done today (not doing anything tomorrow, of course, lol):

1) go see my doctor
2) buy a bunch of skin cream for my sweetie
3) find time to sit and enjoy the sunshine. ☀️😎
4) maybe find time to shop for our special holiday dinner and do some holiday cooking prep (pie, cranberry sauce, yummy mashed taters, basically oink out, lol :flyingpig: )

:hk20: :kissy:

[Kätzchen]

Not much, but I did come home with a new-to-me vacuum and now the air is cleaner inside the house (Dyson fan now).

Right now, I'm listening to a playlist of songs I liked from years ago.

Submotion Orchestra's Snow. :sparklyheart:

l7nAXuMiAks

[GeorgiaMa'am]

I organized my bathroom today. I did one load of laundry. And then I did ART!

[Blade]

Not just today because I've actually been lazy today. The past week I have cleaned my entire livingroom, dusted ever figurine shelf or anything else that could be cleaned or dusted. Cleaned off and dusted 4 cabinets/bookcases. Vacuum Vacuum Vacuum. Cleaned the ceiling fan. Loaded my new gun safe and also pit important papers in it. Did I mention dusted pictures. Lord I'm getting tired talking about it. Ima have to go back to work to rest

[nhplowboi]

I pulled a Kelce and did a "two things at once" by getting both a flu and RSV shot. Got the shots at Wally so also picked up some groceries. While I was out and about I filled the car's gas tank (ouch) and grabbed some adult beverages for my tank. Oh and I did a load of laundry. I guess it was basically a day of adulting.

[GeorgiaMa'am]

I made a Lemon JellO salad, and I cleaned out the refrigerator.

[Kätzchen]

I worked the late shift today. Did I share that I fell at work a few days ago? I did. My hand is bruised up and thankfully no bones were broken. Got my doctor to reset my left hip. But I’m doing better. Don’t have an appetite lately, but maowed down on pistachios and had some Campbells “Cream of Mushroom” soup and heart shaped saltine type crackers. Now, because it’s late, I’m sipping on a Hot Buttered Rum.

🍸🍸🐾🐾🐾❤️❤️

https://www.thekitchn.com/hot-buttered-rum-recipe-23587983

[ksrainbow]

...and "nothing" is a totally acceptable place in time that I truthfully enjoy being a part of. Nothing more and Nothing less :pile:

Ks- :thinking:

[GeorgiaMa'am]

I did laundry today. I also paid bills (yuck).

[cinnamongrrl]

Today I managed to hang a new mini blind and put my daybed together. For both I had only primitive tools (Allen wrench?? Why 😳)
I won’t say cussing didn’t occur….but I feel rather proud and strangely empowered. If I don’t end up on the floor in the middle of the night I’ll chalk this one up as a win!

[Orema]

This weekend I replaced the rug in my office. Was able to move everything out (and back in) on my own and didn't need my dolly. I took small trips with small loads (using a laundry basket (https://i5.walmartimages.com/seo/Sterilite-2-Bushel-Ultra-Laundry-Basket-Plastic-White_e47e1e2f-a549-4a13-aad3-fe11bb657619_1.a435580e729aed1433d6de21ce297d31.jp eg?odnHeight=2000&odnWidth=2000&odnBg=FFFFFF)) and I made sure I could easily get from room to room without breaking my neck. I started on Friday and ended today so it took three days, but I made it happen.

I also got a chance to do a bit of purging.

It looks soooo nice with the new area rug and was worth the effort.

[ksrainbow]

I retrieved the holiday decorations from my basement yesterday and Today they are out and up including the tree with all her glorious adorun-ments ! Ms Sasha inspected every step of that process :dog:

In my travels up and down I noticed light switch plates: Who/what/where/why in the hell did all those go unclean in my 40 yrs living here? Need less to say: they ALL are cleaned and replaced (goodlord am I getting blind) :glasses:

Put a kroeger discounted ya-woo discounted chuck roast in the crock pot with carrots, celery, onions and red potatoes for dinner. Added a nice bottle :wine: and my weekend is complete.

Ks- :byebye:

[cinnamongrrl]

Today I acquired many several things from marketplace for my new place. It was like a scavenger hunt. I found the most perfect cabinet for kitchen storage. And it was free!
Also took the steps necessary to enroll in the one pre req I need for a nursing program I’m applying to for September. It was literally down to the wire. One seat left in the class and I had to prove I had the pre requisite necessary for it. The online process is lengthy so I made the trek to my old college to get it done the old fashioned way.
Yet more organizing left to do. I can’t wait until my days off are actually relaxing….

[Kätzchen]

— got all my Christmas packages delivered to my small circle of friends here at home (huzzah!).😇

— colored my hair roots with a mixture of Lanza’s wildflower coloring treatment in a 12v/12p mix with 40vol. 🧚🏻‍♂️

— going to get all of our laundry caught up, by sundown. 😎

— either today or tomorrow, hang out with my credit union membership relations manager and refinance my car. 🤩

[ksrainbow]

My son and his g/f will be here 12/23 to 12/26 :) Their last visit for xmas was 4 yrs ago when they moved to Boston-they and I are happy that 2 hours of windshield time is the best! Their xmas wish list below has been completed!

-seasoned oyster crackers with the associated Sam Adams beer in the fridge (check)
-pumpkin bars with choco chips iced with cream cheese frosting (check)
-pecan balls a short bread buttery cookie (check)
-pecan sandie cookies (check)
-fixens for lasagna my son makes (check)
-fixens for open faced roast beef samwhiches for g/f (check)
-Waldorf salad for me (check)

Group wish list: Vodka,Scotch, Bourbon and beer stocked (check)
3 pets: 1 kitty and 2 doggo's treats/toys and beds secured (check)

I am blessed to have family present and memories of those who have passed. It is the reason for this season everyone gathers in love, kindness and reflection.

Happy Holidays BF Folks!

ksrainbow-

[GeorgiaMa'am]

Sometime before I go to bed I have to take a shower and wash my hair. Our family Christmas gathering is tomorrow, and if I wait until tomorrow to shower and wash my hair I will then be too tired to go to the party. Almost any kind of effort really wears me out these days. I have already picked out an outfit and accessories. All the presents are wrapped.

[GeorgiaMa'am]

Sometime before I go to bed I have to take a shower and wash my hair. Our family Christmas gathering is tomorrow, and if I wait until tomorrow to shower and wash my hair I will then be too tired to go to the party. Almost any kind of effort really wears me out these days. I have already picked out an outfit and accessories. All the presents are wrapped.

I made it to the dinner and had a great time. I did not fall down, I did not break down crying (not even when one of my gifts was a quilt with photos of all our beloved family members on it, including the dead ones). I made it home safely and climbed the stairs (Yay me!).

[Kenna]

This morning started rough, but after lunch I accomplished taking my little dog to the vet, first day driving my truck any distance since surgery, stopped for gas, groceries and then several miles to an office to drop off special paperwork. Then 20 miles home. Made dinner, took care of dogs and my meds (I take 4 shots of insulin per day, Jardiance, Lyrica and meds for post op... it's hard for me to keep up with some days).
I'm thankful and proud that since November 20th, today was a good day relatively pain free and I managed not to totally exhaust myself.

[GeorgiaMa'am]

Wow, I was not nearly as productive as Kenna, but I did find boxes to wrap all the Christmas presents in, and I did a bit of Christmas shopping for a few last minute things. I'm hoping I don't think of any more last minute things and that I'm done shopping. Oh, and I bought myself some shoes.

[Kenna]

Today I marked my first 24 hours without pain meds or muscle relaxers since surgery. :tea:

[cinnamongrrl]

Golly where to begin:

Moving into a hastily vacated apartment that definitely lacked a woman’s touch.

I had to clean everything. I also had to pack up the remainder of the last tenants belongings to make room for my own things. Not cool. But I’ll have money taken off my rent.

[GeorgiaMa'am]

I bought one last stocking stuffer - no, I didn't need it, but I think it will be fun. It is 10 tiny cans of Play-Doh. It will give us something to play with while we sit and watch Christmas movies.

I made a big pot of soup that will keep us fed until Christmas Day.

I looked up "Stollen" so I will know what it is when my friend brings me one she made. I hope it's good; her creations are sometimes hit or miss. No matter what, I will offer her a slice while we drink cafecitos and I will act like it's the most delicious thing I've ever tasted. Hopefully not much acting will be required.

I had a wee bit too much Jim Beam and ended up spilling some family secrets to the boy. He met more of them at the Christmas dinner a few days ago, so he had context. We laughed and laughed.

[Kätzchen]

So far: I slept in and got up after I felt completely rested. I’ve also made a light breakfast of scrambled egg and veggie hash, and sipped on a cup of coffee. I’m getting ready to go to the gym and hope to swim to my hearts delight, then soak in the jacuzzi for a bit. I also plan to go for a bike ride if the rain lets up this afternoon.

[GeorgiaMa'am]

- I cleaned the kitchen.

- I visited with a dear friend who came over for coffee, snacks and gifts.

- I baked some cookies for tomorrow.

- I absconded with the boy's Christmas stocking to make sure all the stocking stuffers would fit into it, and found the best packing arrangement.

- I selected a movie for this evening, A Christmas Wedding Tail. (It's about dogs.)

[Kätzchen]

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Is to be …. Amazing! :eyebat:

[Kätzchen]

I got up super early to call AAA to have my car towed to the mechanic’s garage…. And then came home by bus.

I don’t plan to do much today except try to figure out what happened to my sleeping mask. If I’m lucky to find it, I might just take a nap this afternoon.

Feels good to do nothing.

[Kätzchen]

I got up super early to call AAA to have my car towed to the mechanic’s garage…. And then came home by bus.

I don’t plan to do much today except try to figure out what happened to my sleeping mask. If I’m lucky to find it, I might just take a nap this afternoon.

Feels good to do nothing.

Found out my car is okay and did not need the service recommended by manufacturer! I guess they replaced timing chain ten years ago, so it’s a huge relief to not spend a bunch of money for something my car doesn’t need. Yay!

I haven’t found my sleep mask, tho. *lol*

[kittygrrl]

i survived 2nd day with trump as president

[easygoingfemme]

I did not accomplish the summit of the hike I was on. That hardly ever happens. But it was very very icy and slippery and the ice was melting, making it extra slippery. Our microspikes weren't even working to dig in or be safe over rolling rocks. About 1/4 mile from summit I told my buddy I didn't have a good feeling moving forward. It was a very steep rock scramble full of melting ice. She said, okay, and we turned back. I proceeded to slide (on my feet) town a steep embankment. I don't know how I stayed on my feet but I'm so glad I did because it was a sharp drop on my right. Somehow I skidded to a stop in some mud in front of a tree.

Then I accomplished a difficult conversation with my father about how him being home isn't working well and I'm worried for his safety and the safety of my mother. He depends on her to do everything for him when I'm not there and she can't sustain that. I don't know what he understands and comprehends. It's hard to know where the truth lays in what he told us he was capable of doing before he came home. Maybe he thought he cold do more but he's declining rapidly and it's not good. So, at least I got the conversation started.

[GeorgiaMa'am]

Today I accomplished making lists of things to accomplish tomorrow and Monday.

[Bèsame*]

Before the day is over, I will have moved my Mom's cedar chest down the hall, out of the closet. It's going to be behind my love seat. I'll be able to see it all the time😊😊

It was always in her room. I don't know what I'll put in it just yet. Maybe all the handknitted sweaters she made. I can't give those up💝💝💝

[GeorgiaMa'am]

Before the day is over, I will have moved my Mom's cedar chest down the hall, out of the closet. It's going to be behind my love seat. I'll be able to see it all the time😊😊

It was always in her room. I don't know what I'll put in it just yet. Maybe all the handknitted sweaters she made. I can't give those up💝💝💝

I have my grandmother's cedar hope chest in my bedroom. I've used it for various things over the years, but I've been meaning to put my winter sweaters in it. You've inspired me to get moving on that. I'll do it this evening.

[cinnamongrrl]

I started out by doing wash and hanging it out to dry.

Brought a ton of recycling to the dump

Gave my car a much needed deep clean

During which I realized my back tires weren’t great, so had them replaced


Not my accomplishment but…… my landlord installed a beautiful new window in my apartment. I came home from doing all the things and found it done. He was even careful to take my plants out of the window…….

[Chancie]

My small town has a program for seniors to work off a portion of their real estate taxes. Selection is made by lottery and I was lucky enough to win a slot this fiscal year. My assignment is working one-to-one with seniors who need help with technology. It’s very enjoyable.

[GeorgiaMa'am]

My small town has a program for seniors to work off a portion of their real estate taxes. Selection is made by lottery and I was lucky enough to win a slot this fiscal year. My assignment is working one-to-one with seniors who need help with technology. It’s very enjoyable.

That sounds like a great idea! I think I will suggest it to our town council rep. Do you have any idea how many resources it takes your town to run something like that? Better yet, could you provide me with a contact so I can get some details?

* * *

I did some dishes and cleaned the kitchen. But I spent most of the day looking at accessible bathroom fixtures and shower curtains. I'm getting grab bars in my bathroom, and part of that is taking out the glass shower doors and getting a shower curtain instead.

How in the world does anyone pick out a shower curtain? I've always had doors, and I'm having a really hard time. For one thing, the curtain is so big it takes over the look of the whole room, and this is a small bathroom. For another, I will have to like it enough to look at it several times a day and not get sick of it. It's like choosing art. It could be fun, but really it's just stressing me out.