And it is hot in Oregon! For the fourth day in a row we are over 90F. That is hot! Humidity is running about 14% - 22% and that means one careless spark can cause a forest wildfire, a grain field to explode into flames, or burn a backyard. That's why I am staying inside, in the cool.
Packing continues. Seems I just get one area done and another pops up needing packing! Oh well, the liquor store boxes are just plain great. Strong and just the right size for most everything. Debbie will be here Wednesday to help with the loading, unloading, and putting things right. She will be taking home a dozen of Mom's Ball Freezer Jars for herself and a dozen for Peggy. Those things are selling for $12 each. Which means any leftover will be sold. I just plan on keeping a few for me.
Yesterday, we spent our 40th Anniversary packing. We took it slow and easy. Sometime in the next couple of months we will go to the Coast for a weekend. We celebrated with a Taco Salad with Chicken. Scott was so tired he was in bed by 8:30pm and he slept the night through.
That's it for today. I won't be posting for the next few days. Lot's to do.
Monday, August 16, 2010
Saturday, August 14, 2010
Happy 61st Scott!
Yeppers, today my soul-mate turns 61! So, Happy Birthday my Love!
Boy, were we busy yesterday. It started off with a Dr visit for me. Just a follow-up on my mental state. I was in and out and on my way in less than 40 minutes. While I was doing that, Scott took Grover to the Humane Society. I realized that this will be the 4th re-homing for him. He is so adorable, I really think he will find a new home quickly. I just hope that this one will be able to keep him.
Then, it was off to the newspaper to get more end rolls. I am packing the jars with food in them. We decided to sell all the rest of the jars and canning supplies. It was a hard decision, but with the fibro and mental problems flaring I just don't know if I will be able to do the work when the food is ripe and waiting.
Scott needed to get some diabetic testing done. It took minutes and we were off again. We ate brunch at a little cafe in West Salem that used to have the best food around. Alas, the new owners don't know how to cook. It was disastrous!
Then home we went. We digested our breakfast as we talked about what needs to be done, bought, and all for the bathroom. Scott was off for his Dr visit. I decided to take a nap, I'd only slept four hours the night before. I woke, sometime later, all groggy and Scott was nowhere in sight. I called him, he was getting the cashier's check for our apartment deposit.
Back to Salem we went to pay the deposit and sign the rental agreement. Scott explained he was at the Dr's office for two and a half hours. Seems there were two emergencies that came in. He was there for a check-up, he's fine, and to get some official paperwork filled out and signed by the Dr. With that done, he went to the bank.
While waiting our turn at the manager's office, we were able to make the change from homeowners insurance to renters insurance with one phone call. Papers signed, we decided on burgers for dinner. Home again. We missed getting the address changed at the PO and getting our garage sale permit from the city. Scott will do both next week.
It was a busy, busy day. Poor Scott didn't sleep well last night. I hope he gets some rest tonight. We have the garage/shop to go through tomorrow. Since the temps are in the 90's, we need to get the work done early or else late. And I vote for early. That leaves late for rest and recuperation.
Boy, were we busy yesterday. It started off with a Dr visit for me. Just a follow-up on my mental state. I was in and out and on my way in less than 40 minutes. While I was doing that, Scott took Grover to the Humane Society. I realized that this will be the 4th re-homing for him. He is so adorable, I really think he will find a new home quickly. I just hope that this one will be able to keep him.
Then, it was off to the newspaper to get more end rolls. I am packing the jars with food in them. We decided to sell all the rest of the jars and canning supplies. It was a hard decision, but with the fibro and mental problems flaring I just don't know if I will be able to do the work when the food is ripe and waiting.
Scott needed to get some diabetic testing done. It took minutes and we were off again. We ate brunch at a little cafe in West Salem that used to have the best food around. Alas, the new owners don't know how to cook. It was disastrous!
Then home we went. We digested our breakfast as we talked about what needs to be done, bought, and all for the bathroom. Scott was off for his Dr visit. I decided to take a nap, I'd only slept four hours the night before. I woke, sometime later, all groggy and Scott was nowhere in sight. I called him, he was getting the cashier's check for our apartment deposit.
Back to Salem we went to pay the deposit and sign the rental agreement. Scott explained he was at the Dr's office for two and a half hours. Seems there were two emergencies that came in. He was there for a check-up, he's fine, and to get some official paperwork filled out and signed by the Dr. With that done, he went to the bank.
While waiting our turn at the manager's office, we were able to make the change from homeowners insurance to renters insurance with one phone call. Papers signed, we decided on burgers for dinner. Home again. We missed getting the address changed at the PO and getting our garage sale permit from the city. Scott will do both next week.
It was a busy, busy day. Poor Scott didn't sleep well last night. I hope he gets some rest tonight. We have the garage/shop to go through tomorrow. Since the temps are in the 90's, we need to get the work done early or else late. And I vote for early. That leaves late for rest and recuperation.
Tuesday, August 10, 2010
It's still summer. I had to remind myself this morning. It's 11am and 63F outside right now. Overcast and a little windy. I'm in a sweater, long pants, and socks. I used to love these mornings when I was picking beans or blackberries. You can sure get a lot done without the heat!
Yesterday I did a number on my back. No, not picking up something too heavy. I was just walking across the floor and POW! my back went into spasms. I treated it quickly, muscle relaxer and pain reliever, and by this am it is fine. I didn't get much done yesterday, as I was too 'floaty' to get much done. I did fix dinner and it was yummy.
It's time to get back to work. I have the coat closet and bathroom non-essentials to pack today. Have a great day!
Yesterday I did a number on my back. No, not picking up something too heavy. I was just walking across the floor and POW! my back went into spasms. I treated it quickly, muscle relaxer and pain reliever, and by this am it is fine. I didn't get much done yesterday, as I was too 'floaty' to get much done. I did fix dinner and it was yummy.
It's time to get back to work. I have the coat closet and bathroom non-essentials to pack today. Have a great day!
Sunday, August 8, 2010
Conversation
Oh, how I want to talk with my mother. To sit with her and just chat about whatever. To share my pain and my joys. To snuggle with her while she plays with my hair. The feel of her, the smell of her, I miss it so.
Tonight, Scott and I watched 'Shrink'. I recommend you take the time. In the end, everything is looking up for all who were hurting in the beginning. It made me cry. Because, you see, I will never feel like everything is looking up. No without more therapy and a cocktail of psychotrophic drugs.
The movie ask the question, "Why do suicides do it?"
There was no answer. Because, there is no answer. I personally know some of the answers. But, each individual has their own reasons. Some cannot express those reasons.
The most common reason is pain. Physical or psychological, it's pain. It is unrelenting. You can never escape it.
I am doing better. I have handled most of this move on my own. I found the apartment. I scheduled the new utilities and the movers. I am doing the lion's share of the packing and sorting.
I think, from the time we move, I will be more involved in our finances. It's only right that we share those duties and tonight we made up a dirty budget. We still have to figure somethings out; but for the most part, every expense is accounted for. It's a good budget, with savings, vacations, dinners out, clothes included.
Tonight, I want to finish sorting the dining room and living room. The storage room is filling with all the boxes and stuff. Funny, how when you really look at it; just how little you really use everyday and just how little you need for your life.
Less is more! I did find solutions for all the crystal, that will have it accessible. My old baby dresser (Dad converted it to nut, bolt and nail storage) will be used for Scott's tools and a few nuts and bolts. I will sand it and verethane it (to reduce the lead pain chipping off.) It will fit in the 2nd bedroom closet.
Bon Nuit!
Tonight, Scott and I watched 'Shrink'. I recommend you take the time. In the end, everything is looking up for all who were hurting in the beginning. It made me cry. Because, you see, I will never feel like everything is looking up. No without more therapy and a cocktail of psychotrophic drugs.
The movie ask the question, "Why do suicides do it?"
There was no answer. Because, there is no answer. I personally know some of the answers. But, each individual has their own reasons. Some cannot express those reasons.
The most common reason is pain. Physical or psychological, it's pain. It is unrelenting. You can never escape it.
I am doing better. I have handled most of this move on my own. I found the apartment. I scheduled the new utilities and the movers. I am doing the lion's share of the packing and sorting.
I think, from the time we move, I will be more involved in our finances. It's only right that we share those duties and tonight we made up a dirty budget. We still have to figure somethings out; but for the most part, every expense is accounted for. It's a good budget, with savings, vacations, dinners out, clothes included.
Tonight, I want to finish sorting the dining room and living room. The storage room is filling with all the boxes and stuff. Funny, how when you really look at it; just how little you really use everyday and just how little you need for your life.
Less is more! I did find solutions for all the crystal, that will have it accessible. My old baby dresser (Dad converted it to nut, bolt and nail storage) will be used for Scott's tools and a few nuts and bolts. I will sand it and verethane it (to reduce the lead pain chipping off.) It will fit in the 2nd bedroom closet.
Bon Nuit!
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