My third weekend in a row to work..YAY..it's over! I had a good day with both books coming in and what went out. I believe that the majority of the customers were pleased, but there were a few that weren't expecting their purchases to be as high as they were...some put some books back, but the other went ahead with their choices....I glad that we're set up to refigure their choices easily....if we were computerized it would be a much more difficult process, or at least much more time consuming. I did have one customer that wasn't very happy with the new policy that will be going into effect in a couple of weeks...I guess two customers in 3 weeks time isn't too bad for all those others that have expressed their support for our attempts at staying open. I am not proud of myself that both times I've gotten really extremely angry over it, but hopefully I've put it behind me and can manage to not let it effect my opinons of these two forever and a day?? But...really...why would it bother me if they could care less if we go under??....uh...maybe because it's my job and Lisa's livelihood?

Noticed where my daughter was blogging about being well on her way toward being finished with her Christmas shopping. Good for her!! I can remember a time or two where I was almost done by the beginning of Dec....but, many, many more times where I'm still out there a couple days after Christmas still trying to fufill my list! Sometimes I wonder if she's really MY child! LOL Well...guess I should say offspring, as she's definitely no longer a child, but an adult almost old enough to be no longer a young adult! LOL

I've gathered all my stuff to go into my shoeboxes for Christmas. Samaritan's Purse Operation Christmas...uh..Child? Shoebox? Whatever..can not keep their title in my head, and it's something I can look up if I need it! LOL I do need to start putting it together as I need to take it with me tomorrow. After this it will be time to choose toys for the Christmas Toy Drive for the association...Like that they let the parents purchase presents for their children instead of just giving them away...seems to be more in the spirit of allowing them their dignity.

OK...this is it for now...will check in later sometime....

more random thoughts

I'm thinking that I need to stop eating all these cheetos and leave some for the person that purchased them!! Why in the world would he bring yummy snacks into the house and expect me to be able to resist them? Well, to be fair...when I'm in full out dieting mode, I can resist most anything in the line of snack foods...but, it's so rare anymore that I'm in full out dieting mode...I'm more often in a cutting back mode. Which rarely survives the temptation of cheetos!!! ARGH!!

So...went to work today and kicked butt!! Did manage to get a ton of work accomplished and the store looks way better!! GO ME!! Of course, I was almost 1/2hr late getting there...I was messing around here at home, but...then again...I got some things done here, too. I'd be worried or concerned about my bad habit if I received regular paychecks....since I don't, I'm into full out passive aggressive mode.

Now, admitting my nasty habit of being a passive aggressor...what do you all do when you're faced with a perpetual situation that you're resigned to stick with but irritated by??

Supper time...am thinking pork chops and broccoli with something....it's the something that's holding me on here instead of in the kitchen cooking...just not quite got the urge to go cook just yet. Tired of fried/baked potatoes and don't want to concoct a rice dish from scratch. Maybe I should look into some mac and cheese? I think I might have enough cheese to pull it off.....maybe.

OK...now my random thoughts are even boring me....gotta go...bye

final thoughts to share

Well, it's been a good day, even if I wasted most of the morning. Ended up going shopping for the shoeboxes...I found all sorts of things, but not some of what I went looking for. I decided to aim these two boxes at the older set of kids. I think they're harder to do....more expensive that's for sure! I also think I probably over purchased, but if it's possible at all, I'd like to squeeze everything in the boxes. I'm wondering if I can put some of the things like scarves/mittens/socks into a ziplock bag and suck out all the air to make them shrink down?
Scott had supper ready for us by the time I wandered home. I'm so grateful that he doesn't seem to get all bent out of shape about taking on the chore of cooking when I'm doing other things. His cooking has greatly improved over the years, but tonight we had to have the discussion about when you're cutting bad spots out of potatoes you take the time to look at the potato to make sure the bad is allllll gone!! He's still stuck on the thought that if you cut at it, it's gone...well...not always.

My niece is experiencing a spinal headache from some tests she had to undergo. I'm miffed that they, the professionals, didn't keep her flat, nor did they impress upon her the need to stay as flat as possible meaning someone else needs to be taking care of her kids for her. I have a headache in sympathy for her. I've had spinal headaches...they are NOT something to be taken lightly.

OK...gotta go...need to do some laundry tonight and I keep putting off folding the sheets that are in the dryer...causing a back up in the laundry process...

lost words...arghhh...

arghhh!! I forget on occasion how to get back to my page after previewing what I've written...if you hit the wrong button, you lose everything! arghh!!

I wrote everything I wanted to say on the blog I lost...do I want to do it again??

Nahhh...I'll write some when I get back from getting some things accomplished. I need to clean up and get out to shop for Operation Christmas Shoebox...this Sunday is our church's deadline for getting them into the church.

OH...and, that's not all I have on my agenda for today...it's going to be a busy day if I can ever get myself up from the computer and started! LOL

Hope you all have interesting things in store for yourself to do today!!

I found my lost blog! yay!!

Today has been interesting in a couple different ways. Of course, only interesting to me...the chances of anyone else finding them slightly intriguing is slim. So...think I'll keep that to myself and go on from here.



I received notice from my daughter that she'll be using blogging to try and stay in touch a bit better from here on out. I've not noticed that blogging is any easier than emailing, but she didn't ask my opinion! LOL Guess the main advantage is she can do it leisurely without dealing with immediate feedback.



I'm planning on preparing two shoeboxes for Operation Christmas Shoebox. Never have done just one, as I like to do one each...boy/girl. This year I'm thinking of aiming for the older child. I have the shoeboxes, and the wrap. But, I need to gather the stuff to fill them with. I found a few things when I was shopping with Linda the other day. Very few things considering the stores we were in....I need to hit a Dollar Store, WalMart, Target or Meijer's...etc..to get the main things. I've also had good luck at Walgreens or CVS stores for goodies to pack in there. Main thing is, I just need to DO it today!!



Halloween trick or treating was last night here in my community. There are restrictions set up for who is allowed to participate....I think my last person didn't read them. She had to be 40 if she was a day!! Scary "country" witch!!



Let's see....anything else going on? Uh...I have two new pairs of shoes....wore one pair while out with Linda and then to work yesterday...I thought they were extra comfortable when I purchased them...I no longer feel that love for them! LOL I need a pair of shoes to wear with dress slacks or dresses...for winter...I HATE SHOE SHOPPING!! ARGHH!!



OH..yeah...Husband has been officially diagnosed with arthritis...still has one more appointment with the doctor to discover if there is any injuring involved, also. I don't think he has understood the meaning of switching exercise programs from jogging to non-load bearing exercises like cycling or swimming. He promptly went out yesterday and walked for 2miles!!! SIGH



OK...guess it's time for me to go finish my AM routines and get myself up and out of the house. Once back I have a ton of things to do...the house still looks like a tornado hit from when the kids were visiting.

more random thoughts

I'm just hanging loose today. I should be working from a long to-do list, but just didn't want to. I have tons to do, but oh well...either it'll get done or it won't.



Things are happening around me....



The switching over of the store's policy is going well, except for the boss getting out the info to her handwritten addresses. Don't know why she's not thought to consign some of those to the rest of us to do.



The family's reunion is this Saturday in another town. Scott's about gathered everything he needed to replace from last year...paper goods and such. He's also picked up the drinks, and asked me for suggestions which he didn't want to hear. I do need to figure out what I'm going to take, as I'll be needing to fix it tomorrow night. Or Sat morn.



We'll be heading further on up the road after that. Going to the home of some good friends so we'll be ready for our old church's 170th homecoming. It's cute....they've invited anyone that has had anything to do with the church in the last 170 years to come and participate!! LOL I'll be tickled to see how many ghosts show up!! LOL Unfortunately we won't be able to stay for the singing on the grounds after the lunch picnic. Which is the part that our friends and I think Scott would enjoy the most. I've started a Bible study here with my own church, and the 2nd meeting is Sunday evening....both Scott and I think I should be here to attend it.



Melanie's considering coming in for her class reunion. She's not encouraging Jon to attend with her, the last I heard on the subject...just because he doesn't know anyone, plus, the woman she's planning sitting with won't have her husband there, either. I'd not want to go to one without mine. Oh well....different ways of thinking once again.



This will be the same weekend as our CourtDay celebrations in Mt. Sterling, Ky. Traditionally, we(the circle of family and friends that went to school together)meet at one of the homes there to have supper on Saturday night. A big time of fellowship and eating. Will be interesting to see how many, if any, of the grandkids will be allowed to go with us into this informal grouping. The grandkids don't know any of these people, so will probably be intimidated by being surrounded by strange and loud people...strange home. I think Xander would have a ball....not sure about the twins. There's not a chance in the world she'll let us have Marie to take with us. Sigh...it makes sense, but still...



Melanie's birthday is also this same week. I've not even begun to think of a present for her...maybe I'll ask if there's anything she's been needing or wanting. Hard to believe she'll be 29 this year. She's my BABY!!



OH my!! It's finally decided to rain again today!! WoooHooo!! So desperately needed for our poor dry land!! We're so not desert country here!! Our plants just aren't used to this treatment!! Maybe I should think about finding some small mums to plant for new color!!



That's all for now....need to go get something positive done for the day. Wonder what direction to aim...

Finally....after days of trying!!

This is the first time I've managed to get into here for awhile...finally went in and changed my password, and, am pretty sure I put back in my old one. Makes me nuts when a site won't let you access your information and you KNOW you're entering it correctly!!!

Missy, this is the day a group of us met for lunch at Applebee's. We MISSED you!! It ended up being a large group with everyone coming in at strange times. I was only 1 1/2hrs later than planned....typical, I guess...under the circumstances of knowing they'd be someone there. I was in time to see everyone, so I am a happy camper.

I'm currently waiting for a repair man to show up and take a look at my brand new washer that won't agitate. Doesn't mind filling up...won't do it's business after that, though. One thought that's been mentioned as to what might be causing it, is the switch on the lid....never knew the lids had switches, but you'd think that new lids would work!! Also...it's the old deal where they're supposed to call before they come...oh, and they finally gave us a 2hr window...so, now I'm waiting for the call...which better be soon!!

I have green beans waiting to be broken up and cooked...need to stop playing online and get to it. OK...so, guess I will.

Hope everyone's been having a good day...Mine has been fun, even if I sound grumpy around the edges!! I'm really not...or, don't think so...maybe I am??