Balcony Relaxation?

Today I was feeling motivated to do some cleaning. I need to take advantage of these days since I'm still off track and that seems to be the time I get the majority of my cleaning done anyway. I washed the sinks in both bathrooms. Then I figured I'd wash some windows. A nice little birdie had pooped on the doors in my master bedroom, so I might as well start there. After washing the inside, and the bottom track part, which need I mention looked like no one had ever cleaned before. I ventured outside to clean off the bird poop.

I have a very small balcony off my master bedroom. It's more of a pretend balcony really. All you can do is take one step out, somewhat turn around and come back in. It was quite tricky cleaning the bottom part of the window. After finishing I went to pull the door back open, and lo and behold it won't budge. Starting to panic I yank and begin cursing as my futile efforts do nothing to open that door, scraping up a few fingers in the process, which of course started bleeding. I'm stuck outside on my balcony, or more like a ledge I say.

This is about the time I start thinking, what the hell am I going to do? I don't have a key to get in (not that the door has a key hole on it, what moron what lock it behind them to begin with), I don't have anyone inside my house to let me back in, and I don't have a phone to call for help, plus no bandaids to stop before said bleeding. Should I try to jump over the side and risk breaking a limb? But where would that get me, I'd still be locked out from the front door. Before I let the tears take over, I see a guy in the driveway next me. I get his attention and ask if he's got a phone I could use. He throws me up his cell phone and I call my dad (he lives about 25 minutes away) going through my saga of locking myself out, though I still can't figure out why the door won't open since I can see the lock is not down. After explaining to my dad that no, I'm not on the regular balcony where I could actually sit and down and somewhat relax, I'm on the pretend balcony.

As I'm waiting for my dad to get here with his spare key (this is also about the time I start wishing I'd given my sister a key since she only lives about 15 minutes away), I'm trying to look as nonchalant as possible to passers by. Now do remember I'm pretty much wedged between the door and railing, acting as if I'm just enjoying the heat of the day.

When my wonderful daddio comes and lets me out of my prison, I realize the wooden dowel thingy that has been in the door track since I moved in had decided to fall down locking me out. I immediately lugged that baby outside to the garage, also vowing not to wash windows anytime in the near future (though I do have some nice clean windows I can now see out of).

My Scentsy

I was so excited today to get my Scentsy. Thanks Hayley for bringing it over. My house is already smelling like yummy Orange Dreamsicle. I'm loving that I can leave it plugged in without having to worry about a candle flame. I'm definitely thinking I need to have a party of my own here in the next few months and get more warmers and definitely some more delicious scents. So if you're reading this, count yourself invited and I'll let you know when I decide to host it. Who wouldn't love a Scentsy or two of their own? Check out their website here and you can view a catalog.

Cinderelly

You Are Cinderella!

Dignified and hard working. With a gentle and soft-spoken manner you have something many people don't. Patience. Even through the moments of heartbreak you're still able to hold onto all of your hopes and dreams. Bide your time; your dream will come true.

Which Disney Princess Are You?


Thanks Liz for such a fun quiz. I'm Cinderella too. Take the quiz yourself, by clicking up above and let me know which Disney princess you are.

Misconceptions

I've never really understood before what people that go through a divorce deal with. Granted, mine it "easier" I guess you could say than some others. I always had the twisted illusion that when a marriage came to divorce, you pretty much fell out of love, life sucked, but since you didn't really love him anymore life wasn't so bad after all. Why is it that because I had such a contorted view on marriage/divorce I had to learn the "hard core reality" stuff first hand?

I know that something isn't always better than nothing. That something better be darn worth my time and effort to make it worth my while. I've learned that I don't need to put up with crap and forever be the "fix-it man/woman" just to survive a mediocre life. I deserve the best and that's what I'm going to get.

Last I checked until a divorce is final you probably shouldn't be dating others. Am I wrong here? I don't know, maybe once again I'm reverting to my twisted, contorted views, but I know for me anyway, that I wouldn't feel comfortable, let alone want to be with others while still married, especially since I still love the jerk, don't ask me why. Heck, the idea of the dating world again is quite frightening and unappealing at the moment. But then again, maybe I'm of the minority. Maybe most people get over minor life changing experiences, say like marriage, a lot quicker than I do. Maybe I better get my head checked for some sort of concussion I'm unaware of.

Well, I think I've been on my soap box enough for one night. I think I'll go hunt up a punching bag (too bad certain people's heads aren't in range), get a little workout and head off to beddie bye. Goodnight all.

"Stubby" Noses

Lately I feel like I've complained, complained, complained. Whether it's about my rotten mood, my trauma with appliances, or the impending divorce, stress, stress, stress, things just haven't seemed to go my way lately. Today I think my body has finally had enough. Last night I went to bed not feeling the greatest and woke up feeling much worse. I have a "stubby" nose, sinus pressure, and all around yucky feel. I'm glad it's looking to be a sunny day and somewhat warmer outside. The thoughts of a good day did help me get out of bed. And yesterday my kiddies were fabulous. We had so much fun together, that I'm looking forward to their good mood and mine again today.

Happy Mother's Day

I hope everyone had a fabulous Mother's Day yesterday. Even though my momma went out of town on Saturday and I wasn't able to see her on Sunday, I still called her to wish her a happy Mother's Day. You're the best momma ever!! Her and my dad left for a weeks vacation to Williamsburg, Virginia. She told me last night there was a tornado watch so they stayed in their hotel most of the evening. It didn't get close enough, luckily, and they didn't need to camp out in the bathtub. Fun times in Virginy.

Little Black Rain Cloud-Winnie the Pooh

Here's the song to go along with my previous post. I love Winnie the Pooh.

I'm Just a Little Black Rain Cloud.....

This day is definitely turning out to be one of those days where I wish I could've spent it in bed, curled up in the fetal position. I woke up this morning to horrible, pelvis ripping cramps. Oh joy, that time of month again. It's been rainy/cloudy all day, reflects my mood I guess. This afternoon after school I'm heading over to the courthouse to begin the filing of my divorce papers. I must say I'm grateful that this is an "uncontested divorce". However, it's still crappy, painful, and frustrating and I wish it was all over. Lucky for me it's a short day here at school, and the sooner I can get this day over with, the sooner I could crawl back in my bed and maybe it'll disappear.

Enough All Ready!

Oh boy, could anything else go wrong? Scratch that....I really don't want anything else to happen or get worse. This morning upon waking up I found my water dispenser was not working on my fridge. Hmm...strange I thought. Everything was just fine last night. My parents were coming over for dinner tonight so I figured my wonderful daddio could check it out for me. When they got here my dad emptied all the ice, etc. etc. We had our dinner (some delicious halibut, I love me some fish). The milk was not as cold as it normally is. Once again...hmmm....strange.

By the end of the evening the fridge was not making the appropriate ice making noises, not to mention normal fridge noises. Oh $#%! is all I could think. I was cursing that stupid appliance. Pretty sure my fridge is dead. Some of my ice cream, and other frozen items were not exactly frozen anymore. We began emptying my fridge of all items. My parents took home things to put in their fridge and my sister, living close by, took some more and gave me her cooler to keep a small amount of milk, orange juice, yogurt and a hot pocket to survive through tomorrow. I'll be ordering a new fridge, just what I've always wanted. Wish me better luck.

UPDATE: I bought a new fridge and they delivered it last night (Tuesday). It's a really nice one (it better be for what I paid), and it better last a lot longer than this last one. It has the ice and water dispenser and lots of cool gadgets and buttons. It's nice to have my food back in my own fridge, not to mention now I can have normal meals again. Hurray!

Splish Splash?

Last night I started a wash while watching some old episodes of Lost. The water sounded louder than normal, figuring I left the doors open on the closet I went to investigate. What did I find? A lake of water pouring down my tile hallway into the carpet in my bedroom. I said many choice words as I went running for towels to throw in front of my bedroom to stop the flow of water. I shut off the washer and called my dad to come fix it. I love my daddy! I spent the next few hours soaking up the water of my bedroom carpet and walk-in closet, and mopping up the water in the wash room closet and hall.

My dad was able to fix my washer for me. Apparently when the people had installed it they had not properly attached the hose with the drain and it had come completely out, pouring the water onto my floor. Lucky for me I was home and was able to catch it in time so it didn't cause any major damage. I'm still soaking up water today from underneath the water pan, and hoping that my carpet will continue to dry. What a pain!!