We watched a very good message from Pastor Jentezen Franklin from Free Chapel church yesterday morning. He spoke on I Samuel 30:6. Well, 30:1-6 were all the versus but focus was on verse 6.
6 David was greatly distressed because the men were talking of stoning him; each one was bitter in spirit because of his sons and daughters. But David found strength in the Lord his God.
You would need to look it up and read the story (www.Biblegateway.com) in I Samuel 30, but a rough outline of it would be David and his men had been out raiding and when they returned, they saw smoke where their homes were. Their women and children had been taken captive and their homes burnt down. They were all exhausted from their raids and here they come home to nothing. Why they wanted to stone David, I haven't figured out, but isn't that what we do? We blame someone else for our troubles?
But the key part of verse 6 is this: But David found strength in the Lord his God.
I don't want to tell you too much cause I would love for you to listen to it, (you can go to facebook or YouTube and type in Jentezen Franklin or Free Chapel) but during these trying and difficult times, where are you finding your strength?
What is holding it together for you?
I choose to believe that my God is for me and He will see me through any circumstance. I rely on His strength. I like what my father-in-law told me years ago -
"God said it. I believe it. That settles it."
Amen and Amen.
Blessings!
Monday, April 27, 2020
Friday, April 24, 2020
Friday.....finally.....
Fridays are Fridays and once we are through this day it gives us two days of "weekend". But then we blow through those two days and we are back to Monday. I often think of all the things I want to get done on Saturday and Sunday, but as a rule, little of it happens. I've even thought of taking a day off work to get things done - and then I think about how I waste every weekend so why would I take a vacation day to do nothing....
And now, with the house being painted (hopefully they will finish today), the reality of needing to make a firm decision to move or not is quickly approaching. Daughter and son-in-law, who are realtors, say it doesn't matter to them. They will help us fix up the house if we want to stay here - or will help us find another house, help us move, and then will clean this one up, fix it up, and sell it for us.
I think we have finally made the firm decision to move and are in agreement. The house looks nice with what has been painted. And if we redid the flooring in a couple rooms, really cleaned the inside, it would be like being in a new house. But we still have the pool and Sheeba just does not having running room. I've been walking her some, but now that it is getting hot, it will be more difficult. I started out for a walk with her at 6:30PM yesterday and got about a block before it dawned on me that perhaps the sidewalk was too hot for her paws. She didn't act like it, but I didn't want to take a chance on hurting her, so we turned around and came back. I would love to take her out now for it is cool out, but I started work about an hour and a half ago. I don't go too far from the computer during the day - even eating lunch in front of it most of the time - in case my boss sends me a message. Ever so often I will go back and jump on the treadmill for about 10 minutes just so I can get movement back in my legs.
But I'm afraid I'm s-p-r-e-a-d-i-n-g out much farther than I should be. Sitting way too much. But, once I start my new exercise program I hope to curb that some. Change up my diet too - more veggies, less carbs. Sad part is, I LOVE carbs. and they love me. :-)
I have so much work to do today.... and I have my mind flying every which direction on other things I'd rather do.
Knowing God makes all things new. A new heart, a new life, a new thought process. Sometimes we try to do things on our own, but when we give it all to God, He takes it over and helps us with all things. I'm trusting Him to keep me focused today. Hope you are too.
Blessings!
And now, with the house being painted (hopefully they will finish today), the reality of needing to make a firm decision to move or not is quickly approaching. Daughter and son-in-law, who are realtors, say it doesn't matter to them. They will help us fix up the house if we want to stay here - or will help us find another house, help us move, and then will clean this one up, fix it up, and sell it for us.
I think we have finally made the firm decision to move and are in agreement. The house looks nice with what has been painted. And if we redid the flooring in a couple rooms, really cleaned the inside, it would be like being in a new house. But we still have the pool and Sheeba just does not having running room. I've been walking her some, but now that it is getting hot, it will be more difficult. I started out for a walk with her at 6:30PM yesterday and got about a block before it dawned on me that perhaps the sidewalk was too hot for her paws. She didn't act like it, but I didn't want to take a chance on hurting her, so we turned around and came back. I would love to take her out now for it is cool out, but I started work about an hour and a half ago. I don't go too far from the computer during the day - even eating lunch in front of it most of the time - in case my boss sends me a message. Ever so often I will go back and jump on the treadmill for about 10 minutes just so I can get movement back in my legs.
But I'm afraid I'm s-p-r-e-a-d-i-n-g out much farther than I should be. Sitting way too much. But, once I start my new exercise program I hope to curb that some. Change up my diet too - more veggies, less carbs. Sad part is, I LOVE carbs. and they love me. :-)
I have so much work to do today.... and I have my mind flying every which direction on other things I'd rather do.
Knowing God makes all things new. A new heart, a new life, a new thought process. Sometimes we try to do things on our own, but when we give it all to God, He takes it over and helps us with all things. I'm trusting Him to keep me focused today. Hope you are too.
Blessings!
Thursday, April 23, 2020
How do you control your temper when .....
UGH. I actually got MAD a couple weeks ago and it was riled again today. We had taken Sheeba into a PetSmart nearby to get a bath. Well, the small girl (think around 20's, seemed to be of Asian descent - just saying so you know her size) could not control Sheeba. Sheeba is probably close to 100 pounds now, and although we are working on training her, she still gets real excited when around other dogs and people.
Which is what happened. This young girl could NOT control Sheeba and let herself be pulled every which way but loose. I did see the interaction between Sheeba and this person when we went to pick her up. Sheeba was excited (not an excuse for her behavior, but she is a dog) and was jumping on all the "spa stations" once she got out of the door. Once I got her, she was once again under control. This person put in her file that Sheeba could NOT be seen at a PetSmart Spa anymore because she was very aggressive toward other dogs and nearly bit her. I doubt that part. She put her in the crate and kept her hand inside - Sheeba probably tried to lick it - which is what she usually does.
Anyway, when I heard THAT - I was very angry. Now mind you, Sheeba's appointment was at 2PM and they close at 5:30PM. We were there at 5:15 and when Sheeba was brought out, we were told she was so aggressive they did not do her nails. Excuse me?
This is the second time we have taken her to this specific PetSmart and were not told there were any issues the first time - although the same person had tended to her needs 4 months ago when she was there. I guess it was then she put it in the files. We were not aware of any of it.
We usually take Sheeba to the PetSmart up by Arrowhead. The people there are much nicer and when we have put her in the pet hotel and get a bath we have always gotten glowing report cards on how sweet and loving she is and they can't wait to see her again. We have taken her there several times for her baths and nails. NEVER have we received a bad report.
Today hubby called the Arrowhead PetSmart so that we could get Sheeba in to get another bath and her nails trimmed because the other one didn't do it. They told us in her file there was a note that Sheeba could NOT be seen at ANY PetSmart because she was so aggressive. I heard that much of the conversation and walked away.
Hubby just left to drive over to the Metro PetSmart and talk with the manager to get this taken off her report. I told him I wasn't going because I'm afraid I would get really angry. Sheeba is not aggressive with other dogs or with people. She is a very large dog who gets excited when she is around others and we are working on that to keep her from jumping up on them. Bite someone? I don't believe that she would do that. She would put her teeth around their hand, but not bite - it is usually because she wants petted. She does it to us all the time.
Not that it really matters at this point. We have been told of a family place that could give her the baths - and we would need to take her to them and see how she reacts around them. The trainer we are using mentioned last week that he also does dog boarding. Interestingly he mentioned that the "doggy days" that are at PetSmart and we usually get for Sheeba to allow her to interact with other dogs (and does just fine) is not a good thing. Reason? Because she learns their bad habits, even in that short time. Hmmm
Anyway.... that is the current dilemma.... how do I turn this into a positive? I guess it is like us when we want something and get it, we get so excited about it that we may over-react over the item. Wouldn't it be cool if we 'over-reacted' about God? Interesting thought.
Blessings!
Which is what happened. This young girl could NOT control Sheeba and let herself be pulled every which way but loose. I did see the interaction between Sheeba and this person when we went to pick her up. Sheeba was excited (not an excuse for her behavior, but she is a dog) and was jumping on all the "spa stations" once she got out of the door. Once I got her, she was once again under control. This person put in her file that Sheeba could NOT be seen at a PetSmart Spa anymore because she was very aggressive toward other dogs and nearly bit her. I doubt that part. She put her in the crate and kept her hand inside - Sheeba probably tried to lick it - which is what she usually does.
Anyway, when I heard THAT - I was very angry. Now mind you, Sheeba's appointment was at 2PM and they close at 5:30PM. We were there at 5:15 and when Sheeba was brought out, we were told she was so aggressive they did not do her nails. Excuse me?
This is the second time we have taken her to this specific PetSmart and were not told there were any issues the first time - although the same person had tended to her needs 4 months ago when she was there. I guess it was then she put it in the files. We were not aware of any of it.
We usually take Sheeba to the PetSmart up by Arrowhead. The people there are much nicer and when we have put her in the pet hotel and get a bath we have always gotten glowing report cards on how sweet and loving she is and they can't wait to see her again. We have taken her there several times for her baths and nails. NEVER have we received a bad report.
Today hubby called the Arrowhead PetSmart so that we could get Sheeba in to get another bath and her nails trimmed because the other one didn't do it. They told us in her file there was a note that Sheeba could NOT be seen at ANY PetSmart because she was so aggressive. I heard that much of the conversation and walked away.
Hubby just left to drive over to the Metro PetSmart and talk with the manager to get this taken off her report. I told him I wasn't going because I'm afraid I would get really angry. Sheeba is not aggressive with other dogs or with people. She is a very large dog who gets excited when she is around others and we are working on that to keep her from jumping up on them. Bite someone? I don't believe that she would do that. She would put her teeth around their hand, but not bite - it is usually because she wants petted. She does it to us all the time.
Not that it really matters at this point. We have been told of a family place that could give her the baths - and we would need to take her to them and see how she reacts around them. The trainer we are using mentioned last week that he also does dog boarding. Interestingly he mentioned that the "doggy days" that are at PetSmart and we usually get for Sheeba to allow her to interact with other dogs (and does just fine) is not a good thing. Reason? Because she learns their bad habits, even in that short time. Hmmm
Anyway.... that is the current dilemma.... how do I turn this into a positive? I guess it is like us when we want something and get it, we get so excited about it that we may over-react over the item. Wouldn't it be cool if we 'over-reacted' about God? Interesting thought.
Blessings!
Wednesday, April 22, 2020
It's "My" Day!
Today is Administrative Professionals Day. I had actually forgotten it was until one of my bosses sent me a text this morning, telling me when we are back in the office she will take me to lunch.
Back in the office. If I was in the office today, being Administrative Professional's Day, I would be receiving presents and gift cards and flowers and taken out to lunch. Working from home, it is emails and phone texts. LOL And that's ok.
I sent a big emoji out with a note to all the administrative professionals that report up through our division first thing this morning. Now that they are all 'coming to work' at 8AM, they are getting it and are sending back. LOL We have to be our own cheering section some times. Just kidding! I am treated very well, in spite of how busy I am during the day. I am very fortunate I support - well, five people now, some pretty special people. And each one is different.
The "top" is a person who is so busy that she doesn't always remember until later in the day - but she is sincere when she does. My next "top" person is one who is one of my best friends - we have worked together for over 25 years. I admire and adore her. She was the first person who text me this morning. Always thoughtful, considerate, and loving. The next "top" (as they are all upper level management) is mine because her A.P. took a leave of absence - and has not returned in the past 5 months. We don't think she is coming back. I admire this person as she so on top of things. She's beautiful and always seems to have it together. Next would be a man... I only support him in a few things and he is so smart that he probably won't even remember what today is unless his wife reminds him. LOL Seriously, I think he used to be a professor at a college. He is way up there in smarts. But he is kind and friendly to me and I like working with him. He thinks I'm awesome. :-) This last one is a new hire and I'm not sure yet about him. He isn't as high up on the ladder as the other 4, but the one time I met him, he seems nice and kind. He's still getting his feet wet as being on the job for only this week. I don't know if he would remember or not.
Some days I wonder how I ended up in this position. Well, yes I guess I do remember. The second person I mentioned above, my best friend, she had gotten a promotion at two companies ago where we worked together. I was no way an "administrative professional" at that company. But she got a promotion, and she wanted me to become her administrative assistant. I knew nothing about Word or any other program. She said she would teach me. And she did. After she left there, I was promoted to an executive assistant for two years - then I left. When I was ready to find another job, she had one for me. I worked there about a year and the administrative position came up for her again - and she asked me to take it. Of course I did. I did that for 5 years, and she got me promoted to executive assistant. She left that company due to circumstances beyond her control (we lost a contract) and went to another company. A few months later, she had an executive admin assistant position open and I applied - and got it. That is how I have ended up where I am, doing what I do. I still don't know as much as I think I should, but I've determined that I will be the best I can be.
Today is a "recognition" of administrative professionals everywhere. Doesn't matter what level you are - each one is valued. And that is what makes us all special.
Just like with God. We may not have a title with Him, but He loves us just the way we are. The gifts He gives us are more than we could ever wish for, hope for, dream for. He gives us life, hope, and grandchildren (and great-grandchildren)... oh, and children.... and lots of special friends. Thank you, Lord!
Blessings!
Back in the office. If I was in the office today, being Administrative Professional's Day, I would be receiving presents and gift cards and flowers and taken out to lunch. Working from home, it is emails and phone texts. LOL And that's ok.
I sent a big emoji out with a note to all the administrative professionals that report up through our division first thing this morning. Now that they are all 'coming to work' at 8AM, they are getting it and are sending back. LOL We have to be our own cheering section some times. Just kidding! I am treated very well, in spite of how busy I am during the day. I am very fortunate I support - well, five people now, some pretty special people. And each one is different.
The "top" is a person who is so busy that she doesn't always remember until later in the day - but she is sincere when she does. My next "top" person is one who is one of my best friends - we have worked together for over 25 years. I admire and adore her. She was the first person who text me this morning. Always thoughtful, considerate, and loving. The next "top" (as they are all upper level management) is mine because her A.P. took a leave of absence - and has not returned in the past 5 months. We don't think she is coming back. I admire this person as she so on top of things. She's beautiful and always seems to have it together. Next would be a man... I only support him in a few things and he is so smart that he probably won't even remember what today is unless his wife reminds him. LOL Seriously, I think he used to be a professor at a college. He is way up there in smarts. But he is kind and friendly to me and I like working with him. He thinks I'm awesome. :-) This last one is a new hire and I'm not sure yet about him. He isn't as high up on the ladder as the other 4, but the one time I met him, he seems nice and kind. He's still getting his feet wet as being on the job for only this week. I don't know if he would remember or not.
Some days I wonder how I ended up in this position. Well, yes I guess I do remember. The second person I mentioned above, my best friend, she had gotten a promotion at two companies ago where we worked together. I was no way an "administrative professional" at that company. But she got a promotion, and she wanted me to become her administrative assistant. I knew nothing about Word or any other program. She said she would teach me. And she did. After she left there, I was promoted to an executive assistant for two years - then I left. When I was ready to find another job, she had one for me. I worked there about a year and the administrative position came up for her again - and she asked me to take it. Of course I did. I did that for 5 years, and she got me promoted to executive assistant. She left that company due to circumstances beyond her control (we lost a contract) and went to another company. A few months later, she had an executive admin assistant position open and I applied - and got it. That is how I have ended up where I am, doing what I do. I still don't know as much as I think I should, but I've determined that I will be the best I can be.
Today is a "recognition" of administrative professionals everywhere. Doesn't matter what level you are - each one is valued. And that is what makes us all special.
Just like with God. We may not have a title with Him, but He loves us just the way we are. The gifts He gives us are more than we could ever wish for, hope for, dream for. He gives us life, hope, and grandchildren (and great-grandchildren)... oh, and children.... and lots of special friends. Thank you, Lord!
Blessings!
Tuesday, April 21, 2020
Who ever heard about Housewashing?!
We are getting our house painted. We're going from a powdered pink with pink raspberry trim to.... are you ready for this.... beige/white and maybe some black. I don't know. And, at this point, I'm not sure I even care. My son-in-law came over this morning and painted some colors on the house and asked my opinion. I finally told him "I don't care, I'm not going to be living here anyway.". The reality of that hits too.
We have a pool that hasn't been used but maybe twice in the past 2-3 years - and we pay someone to come in each week to do maintenance on it. It would cost about $4000 to fill the pool in.
We have a big dog who would love to have a big yard to run in. Currently running around the pool, she truly doesn't get real exercise - even when I take her for a walk. I need to learn how to run - now that would give her some exercise! But since I don't know how to run, walking is it. She's a big dog, and needs more.
Anyway, back to my title of this post - the men are here washing the house with a powerhose. That thing hits hard and I am going to assume cleans all the dirt off the house! In fact, it was so strong, when the powerwashed the back door, water came in through the sides of the door and left water. Of course that could also be because the door doesn't fit tight against the door posts.
I hadn't really heard about housewashing. That even sounds funny.
I pulled my car out cause I thought they might paint today- and saw how dirty it was from sitting in the driveway for the past month. Yeah, I think I will take it for a good carwash this afternoon. I don't want to put it back in the driveway as dirty as it is. Maybe it's time for a break and grab lunch while we're out. I still won't let hubby drive my car or he would drive it to get it done.
Housewashing. It's kind of like when we accept Jesus as Lord and the Holy Spirit washes over us, don't you think? When we ask for forgiveness, He washes over us and makes us clean again.
It's worth it.
Blessings!
We have a pool that hasn't been used but maybe twice in the past 2-3 years - and we pay someone to come in each week to do maintenance on it. It would cost about $4000 to fill the pool in.
We have a big dog who would love to have a big yard to run in. Currently running around the pool, she truly doesn't get real exercise - even when I take her for a walk. I need to learn how to run - now that would give her some exercise! But since I don't know how to run, walking is it. She's a big dog, and needs more.
Anyway, back to my title of this post - the men are here washing the house with a powerhose. That thing hits hard and I am going to assume cleans all the dirt off the house! In fact, it was so strong, when the powerwashed the back door, water came in through the sides of the door and left water. Of course that could also be because the door doesn't fit tight against the door posts.
I hadn't really heard about housewashing. That even sounds funny.
I pulled my car out cause I thought they might paint today- and saw how dirty it was from sitting in the driveway for the past month. Yeah, I think I will take it for a good carwash this afternoon. I don't want to put it back in the driveway as dirty as it is. Maybe it's time for a break and grab lunch while we're out. I still won't let hubby drive my car or he would drive it to get it done.
Housewashing. It's kind of like when we accept Jesus as Lord and the Holy Spirit washes over us, don't you think? When we ask for forgiveness, He washes over us and makes us clean again.
It's worth it.
Blessings!
Monday, April 20, 2020
What is it you need today.....
I found this on another post this morning.....
WE REALLY WERE MADE FOR MORE
As I was cleaning up after a workout today, I listening in to a conversation between two men. They were talking about their weekend plans. One commented he wouldn't be doing much because this was a low money week. The other commented about going to Red Lobster for dinner. It would be the highlight of his weekend. To which the other responded that eating at Buffalo Wild Wings had been fantastic the other night.
It became obvious that a major highlight of these guys lives was where they would eat out. Don't get me wrong, I enjoy food and eating out as much as anyone, but it isn't a highlight. Their conversation really caught me off guard. Am I really hearing what I think I'm hearing? I'm convinced I was. I was saddened for these two men. Everything in me wanted to grab them by the shoulders, look them in the eye, and say "You were made for so much more! The life God has for you is so much bigger - so much richer - so much grander than a weekend meal at a nice restaurant." But . . . Strangers that grab other guys by the shoulder in a locker room are considered bizarre and a lot of other things so I held off.
But I did pray for these two men. I asked God to open their eyes to the more they were made for. I asked for a divine opportunity with them in the future. And I thanked God that He had graciously led me to the more found in life with Jesus. I thanked Him for allowing me to be a part of His mission to help others discover the more they were made for! May He use me to point people to life with Jesus! And may He do the same for you!
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I found this post very thought-provoking. Of course we can't go to the gym right now because of COVID-19 and everything is closed, but what about the people you know.
Is eating out really the highlight of a person's life? I think for some people it may be because they don't do anything else.
Something to think about. What is your highlight in times like where we are now?
Blessings!
WE REALLY WERE MADE FOR MORE
As I was cleaning up after a workout today, I listening in to a conversation between two men. They were talking about their weekend plans. One commented he wouldn't be doing much because this was a low money week. The other commented about going to Red Lobster for dinner. It would be the highlight of his weekend. To which the other responded that eating at Buffalo Wild Wings had been fantastic the other night.
It became obvious that a major highlight of these guys lives was where they would eat out. Don't get me wrong, I enjoy food and eating out as much as anyone, but it isn't a highlight. Their conversation really caught me off guard. Am I really hearing what I think I'm hearing? I'm convinced I was. I was saddened for these two men. Everything in me wanted to grab them by the shoulders, look them in the eye, and say "You were made for so much more! The life God has for you is so much bigger - so much richer - so much grander than a weekend meal at a nice restaurant." But . . . Strangers that grab other guys by the shoulder in a locker room are considered bizarre and a lot of other things so I held off.
But I did pray for these two men. I asked God to open their eyes to the more they were made for. I asked for a divine opportunity with them in the future. And I thanked God that He had graciously led me to the more found in life with Jesus. I thanked Him for allowing me to be a part of His mission to help others discover the more they were made for! May He use me to point people to life with Jesus! And may He do the same for you!
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I found this post very thought-provoking. Of course we can't go to the gym right now because of COVID-19 and everything is closed, but what about the people you know.
Is eating out really the highlight of a person's life? I think for some people it may be because they don't do anything else.
Something to think about. What is your highlight in times like where we are now?
Blessings!
Saturday, April 18, 2020
There is a positive.........I think........
to working from home for awhile. I am finding more time to write in this blog. Although yesterday was a real bear in trying to do much of anything except create meetings. UGH. I don't mind the meetings, it's finding the time in an already full day. And not just on my boss's calendar, but for every executive she wants included!
Today has started off as a pretty good day, I think. I wanted to get more done than I have thus far (it's 3PM), but I have managed to get a little done.
I had made up my mind that with all the hubby distractions during the day that I would move a card table to the back room and work back there. It did sound REALLY good, but I got to thinking that the card table really wouldn't give me much space, really not any more than I have at the end of the dining room table. So I pulled the table out and took the entire table over pretty much. I am sitting now on the side next to the wall with my back to it. My computer on my right and the monitor in front of me.
I had to run to the office the other day so I grabbed my wireless keyboard. It's nice because it is also ergomatic or whatever the word is. Anyway, I now have a better area to work in. It won't stop the interruptions and distractions from hubby, which is a problem, but at least I have some room. Funny thing about those distractions and interruptions, hubby calls it "bugging" and that he doesn't do it very much. Whatever.
At noon we met the trainer for the 3rd lesson with Sheeba. She did, and is doing, really well. The first week we taught her how to "heel" and walk with us. Last week we taught her to sit, "stay" and we would walk in front of her aways, then go back to her and say 'heel' and continue to walk. This week it was more to get her to come to us. Pulling the former two weeks in, we would 'heel' and walk a bit, then stop and say "stay", then walk in front of her while she sat and looked at us. After a minute or so we would say 'heel' again and she would get up, walk to us, and sit at our left side. Then we got to tell her how good she is. We did it several times in that hour and she did very well. We need to work more with her daily, but it is such a relief not to have the hassle we had prior to this - even with the bit of training we already had her in. That one was a joke, for sure.
Today is a beautiful and sunny day. Too bad our summer can't stay like this, and not get any hotter.
I put a roast on in a crock pot a bit ago for dinner. I balanced the Board's checkbook for which I am responsible for and did the profit and loss and the balance sheet. Our meeting is Monday night and I wanted to be prepared. I balanced my checkbook. And here I am. I want to start packing and get a storage unit to start putting things in until we find another place to live.
I like the place we are in, but we need a place without a pool and drop that expense. We never use it anyway. We haven't been in a rush to find anything and have only looked at a few houses a few weeks ago. My SIL is bringing a painter over on Tuesday, I think, and he will forever change the color of our current home. I feel almost sad. We came to look at this 'pink house' some 25+ years ago. Who would have ever thought we would be here that long. But, come next week the colors will be beige and brown. It will make it easier to sell.
My thinking is that we can get a storage unit and start boxing things up and get out of the house. Also, all the things I want to give to Savers - which is getting a nice pile - can also go to storage until Savers opens up again and I can donate it. I'd love to have a yard sale but may end up doing that in a few months. For now, I need to make decisions. And I'm going to. Oh - that was what I wanted to do today - work in the closet and go through boxes. Hmmm - it's after 3PM... probably won't happen today.
Going to daughter's tomorrow for lunch and take my knitting. There aren't many places that we can go so I am glad we can be with family some. The daughter isn't allowed out much due to her immune system so she is looking forward to company too! Now to figure out what I can take for lunch.
We got our stimulus check the other day - and yes, we split it. I have my own reasons. Paid off our airline tickets that I had to postpone the end of this month, and paid on a couple other bills. Plus I actually splurged and bought some Omaha Steaks to be delivered next weekend. Keeps me from going to the store and trying to find something.
Need to get off and do something.
Blessings!
Today has started off as a pretty good day, I think. I wanted to get more done than I have thus far (it's 3PM), but I have managed to get a little done.
I had made up my mind that with all the hubby distractions during the day that I would move a card table to the back room and work back there. It did sound REALLY good, but I got to thinking that the card table really wouldn't give me much space, really not any more than I have at the end of the dining room table. So I pulled the table out and took the entire table over pretty much. I am sitting now on the side next to the wall with my back to it. My computer on my right and the monitor in front of me.
I had to run to the office the other day so I grabbed my wireless keyboard. It's nice because it is also ergomatic or whatever the word is. Anyway, I now have a better area to work in. It won't stop the interruptions and distractions from hubby, which is a problem, but at least I have some room. Funny thing about those distractions and interruptions, hubby calls it "bugging" and that he doesn't do it very much. Whatever.
At noon we met the trainer for the 3rd lesson with Sheeba. She did, and is doing, really well. The first week we taught her how to "heel" and walk with us. Last week we taught her to sit, "stay" and we would walk in front of her aways, then go back to her and say 'heel' and continue to walk. This week it was more to get her to come to us. Pulling the former two weeks in, we would 'heel' and walk a bit, then stop and say "stay", then walk in front of her while she sat and looked at us. After a minute or so we would say 'heel' again and she would get up, walk to us, and sit at our left side. Then we got to tell her how good she is. We did it several times in that hour and she did very well. We need to work more with her daily, but it is such a relief not to have the hassle we had prior to this - even with the bit of training we already had her in. That one was a joke, for sure.
Today is a beautiful and sunny day. Too bad our summer can't stay like this, and not get any hotter.
I put a roast on in a crock pot a bit ago for dinner. I balanced the Board's checkbook for which I am responsible for and did the profit and loss and the balance sheet. Our meeting is Monday night and I wanted to be prepared. I balanced my checkbook. And here I am. I want to start packing and get a storage unit to start putting things in until we find another place to live.
I like the place we are in, but we need a place without a pool and drop that expense. We never use it anyway. We haven't been in a rush to find anything and have only looked at a few houses a few weeks ago. My SIL is bringing a painter over on Tuesday, I think, and he will forever change the color of our current home. I feel almost sad. We came to look at this 'pink house' some 25+ years ago. Who would have ever thought we would be here that long. But, come next week the colors will be beige and brown. It will make it easier to sell.
My thinking is that we can get a storage unit and start boxing things up and get out of the house. Also, all the things I want to give to Savers - which is getting a nice pile - can also go to storage until Savers opens up again and I can donate it. I'd love to have a yard sale but may end up doing that in a few months. For now, I need to make decisions. And I'm going to. Oh - that was what I wanted to do today - work in the closet and go through boxes. Hmmm - it's after 3PM... probably won't happen today.
Going to daughter's tomorrow for lunch and take my knitting. There aren't many places that we can go so I am glad we can be with family some. The daughter isn't allowed out much due to her immune system so she is looking forward to company too! Now to figure out what I can take for lunch.
We got our stimulus check the other day - and yes, we split it. I have my own reasons. Paid off our airline tickets that I had to postpone the end of this month, and paid on a couple other bills. Plus I actually splurged and bought some Omaha Steaks to be delivered next weekend. Keeps me from going to the store and trying to find something.
Need to get off and do something.
Blessings!
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