The best two weeks have reaffirmed the fact that I have a love for numbers, and not necessarily colors. As a matter of fact, I realized that I am color illiterate. I generally like a challenge, but trying to choose colors for this house is not a fun challenge. Come to think of it, maybe it it were COLOR by NUMBER I'd be good at it. No decisions, just follow the recipe. I like a structured set of steps. Paint, and interior decorating mumbo jumbo do NOT assimilate well with my mindset. However, I do think that I am learning. Slowly.
What a nice change this weekend. My bag didn't need to get packed and it was a weekend away from decisions (for the most part). I've seen Altona a lot the past couple of months, and a weekend away was a nice change. The nice weather allowed for some relaxing walks. The malls were graced with my presence and my kitchen got some attention after being a long stretch of being neglected.
I cooked some BBQ chicken Sandwiches on Friday night. It was quite tasty. I love new concoctions. I'm back on a smoothie kick. Consumed a couple of booster juices on the weekend and made myself a few homemade smoothies. It's the warmer weather that makes them that much better! I should try a new recipe every week.
I think it's about time to go stare at more paint colors and become utterly confused and frustrated. All while still holding on to the tiny hope that, perhaps with the click of a mouse, or out of nowhere the perfect scheme will emerge. Fingers crossed.
Monday, April 27, 2009
Thursday, April 16, 2009
Thursday!!!
The occasional trips to Altona have been different as of lately. The widespread flood waters have forced detours and new routes. The trips are a little less relaxing and a little more time consuming. It would be hard having to be one of the many people who have to boat to get to their property. I'm happy that all I have to worry about is find new routes. Things could always be worse.
Some exciting news. A new house! I think pretty much everyone knows already and it probably isn't because of me. Some people like to talk about such things whereas I like to keep things quiet until all the details have been worked out. Now that the papers have been signed I feel that it's appropriate to share my excitement. And I am exciting. I can share pictures. The pictures are dated, but still, they are pictures.
The past weekends have been busy making all sorts of decisions, like flooring and cabinets. It is lots of fun except for the fact that I really don't enjoy decisions. I wish that I had more time to enjoy the whole process, but it is all going so fast. I am, however, excited to see everything get put together. Excited to make the transition. The next couple of months will continue to be interesting. I'll take pictures as I learn more. Then I'll have something to share.
The past weeks in school have gone by quickly. I feel like I've been away a lot, and I really don't like that feeling. Things should settle down in the next little while. Report cards get sent out next week. I have completed my comments and a large majority of the marks. I am still in disbelief that the school year is 3/4 over already. Where does time go?
It's playoff time! My sharks are about to play in a matter of minutes. Playoff hockey is exciting, and it provides me with a guarentee that I'll have something to watch every night. It helps me relax, which is really what I need this week. Time for a slow down.
This weekend will be another exciting one. I think a majority of the decisions will be completed, and then what will I do with all my extra time (because I have soooooo much of it...). Go Sharks.
Monday, April 6, 2009
Spring Break
When you get a week off, it flies by. The week started off great with a trip to Grand Forks. Watching my mom navigate through the water that had overtaken the road was priceless. She really stresses about such things. Maybe I shouldn't laugh. Well we made it safe and sound so it is a little funny.
The hotel room was stellar. I quite enjoyed the jacuzzi tub. It was relaxing. The food was heavenly. I can't wait to do it again!
The rest of the week, well it was slightly mundane. There was another lovely storm which sort of confined me on Wednesday. I made it out for lunch on Thursday. Didn't know I'd end up at a restaurant that ran out of chicken fingers just before me order. That always happens when you are craving something for a week in advance. The company was good, however, and that's the important part.
Friday I stayed busy during the day getting stuff sorted out. The day flew by. I got hungry - and then grumpy of course. I have a tendency to ruin things when I'm hungry. I got to work on that.
A week off and the stories aren't too numerous. It's crazy how much those kids add to my life. Back at school today was great. I haven't laughed that hard, or as much, as I did today. They are full of stories, and comments that never fail to make me smile. It makes coming back from a holiday that much better.
Time for some sleep. I'm tired and tomorrow will be another fun-filled day!
The hotel room was stellar. I quite enjoyed the jacuzzi tub. It was relaxing. The food was heavenly. I can't wait to do it again!
The rest of the week, well it was slightly mundane. There was another lovely storm which sort of confined me on Wednesday. I made it out for lunch on Thursday. Didn't know I'd end up at a restaurant that ran out of chicken fingers just before me order. That always happens when you are craving something for a week in advance. The company was good, however, and that's the important part.
Friday I stayed busy during the day getting stuff sorted out. The day flew by. I got hungry - and then grumpy of course. I have a tendency to ruin things when I'm hungry. I got to work on that.
A week off and the stories aren't too numerous. It's crazy how much those kids add to my life. Back at school today was great. I haven't laughed that hard, or as much, as I did today. They are full of stories, and comments that never fail to make me smile. It makes coming back from a holiday that much better.
Time for some sleep. I'm tired and tomorrow will be another fun-filled day!
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Monday, April 27, 2009
Numbers...Not Colors
The best two weeks have reaffirmed the fact that I have a love for numbers, and not necessarily colors. As a matter of fact, I realized that I am color illiterate. I generally like a challenge, but trying to choose colors for this house is not a fun challenge. Come to think of it, maybe it it were COLOR by NUMBER I'd be good at it. No decisions, just follow the recipe. I like a structured set of steps. Paint, and interior decorating mumbo jumbo do NOT assimilate well with my mindset. However, I do think that I am learning. Slowly.
What a nice change this weekend. My bag didn't need to get packed and it was a weekend away from decisions (for the most part). I've seen Altona a lot the past couple of months, and a weekend away was a nice change. The nice weather allowed for some relaxing walks. The malls were graced with my presence and my kitchen got some attention after being a long stretch of being neglected.
I cooked some BBQ chicken Sandwiches on Friday night. It was quite tasty. I love new concoctions. I'm back on a smoothie kick. Consumed a couple of booster juices on the weekend and made myself a few homemade smoothies. It's the warmer weather that makes them that much better! I should try a new recipe every week.
I think it's about time to go stare at more paint colors and become utterly confused and frustrated. All while still holding on to the tiny hope that, perhaps with the click of a mouse, or out of nowhere the perfect scheme will emerge. Fingers crossed.
What a nice change this weekend. My bag didn't need to get packed and it was a weekend away from decisions (for the most part). I've seen Altona a lot the past couple of months, and a weekend away was a nice change. The nice weather allowed for some relaxing walks. The malls were graced with my presence and my kitchen got some attention after being a long stretch of being neglected.
I cooked some BBQ chicken Sandwiches on Friday night. It was quite tasty. I love new concoctions. I'm back on a smoothie kick. Consumed a couple of booster juices on the weekend and made myself a few homemade smoothies. It's the warmer weather that makes them that much better! I should try a new recipe every week.
I think it's about time to go stare at more paint colors and become utterly confused and frustrated. All while still holding on to the tiny hope that, perhaps with the click of a mouse, or out of nowhere the perfect scheme will emerge. Fingers crossed.
Thursday, April 16, 2009
Thursday!!!
The occasional trips to Altona have been different as of lately. The widespread flood waters have forced detours and new routes. The trips are a little less relaxing and a little more time consuming. It would be hard having to be one of the many people who have to boat to get to their property. I'm happy that all I have to worry about is find new routes. Things could always be worse.
Some exciting news. A new house! I think pretty much everyone knows already and it probably isn't because of me. Some people like to talk about such things whereas I like to keep things quiet until all the details have been worked out. Now that the papers have been signed I feel that it's appropriate to share my excitement. And I am exciting. I can share pictures. The pictures are dated, but still, they are pictures.
The past weekends have been busy making all sorts of decisions, like flooring and cabinets. It is lots of fun except for the fact that I really don't enjoy decisions. I wish that I had more time to enjoy the whole process, but it is all going so fast. I am, however, excited to see everything get put together. Excited to make the transition. The next couple of months will continue to be interesting. I'll take pictures as I learn more. Then I'll have something to share.
The past weeks in school have gone by quickly. I feel like I've been away a lot, and I really don't like that feeling. Things should settle down in the next little while. Report cards get sent out next week. I have completed my comments and a large majority of the marks. I am still in disbelief that the school year is 3/4 over already. Where does time go?
It's playoff time! My sharks are about to play in a matter of minutes. Playoff hockey is exciting, and it provides me with a guarentee that I'll have something to watch every night. It helps me relax, which is really what I need this week. Time for a slow down.
This weekend will be another exciting one. I think a majority of the decisions will be completed, and then what will I do with all my extra time (because I have soooooo much of it...). Go Sharks.
Monday, April 6, 2009
Spring Break
When you get a week off, it flies by. The week started off great with a trip to Grand Forks. Watching my mom navigate through the water that had overtaken the road was priceless. She really stresses about such things. Maybe I shouldn't laugh. Well we made it safe and sound so it is a little funny.
The hotel room was stellar. I quite enjoyed the jacuzzi tub. It was relaxing. The food was heavenly. I can't wait to do it again!
The rest of the week, well it was slightly mundane. There was another lovely storm which sort of confined me on Wednesday. I made it out for lunch on Thursday. Didn't know I'd end up at a restaurant that ran out of chicken fingers just before me order. That always happens when you are craving something for a week in advance. The company was good, however, and that's the important part.
Friday I stayed busy during the day getting stuff sorted out. The day flew by. I got hungry - and then grumpy of course. I have a tendency to ruin things when I'm hungry. I got to work on that.
A week off and the stories aren't too numerous. It's crazy how much those kids add to my life. Back at school today was great. I haven't laughed that hard, or as much, as I did today. They are full of stories, and comments that never fail to make me smile. It makes coming back from a holiday that much better.
Time for some sleep. I'm tired and tomorrow will be another fun-filled day!
The hotel room was stellar. I quite enjoyed the jacuzzi tub. It was relaxing. The food was heavenly. I can't wait to do it again!
The rest of the week, well it was slightly mundane. There was another lovely storm which sort of confined me on Wednesday. I made it out for lunch on Thursday. Didn't know I'd end up at a restaurant that ran out of chicken fingers just before me order. That always happens when you are craving something for a week in advance. The company was good, however, and that's the important part.
Friday I stayed busy during the day getting stuff sorted out. The day flew by. I got hungry - and then grumpy of course. I have a tendency to ruin things when I'm hungry. I got to work on that.
A week off and the stories aren't too numerous. It's crazy how much those kids add to my life. Back at school today was great. I haven't laughed that hard, or as much, as I did today. They are full of stories, and comments that never fail to make me smile. It makes coming back from a holiday that much better.
Time for some sleep. I'm tired and tomorrow will be another fun-filled day!
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