We had three days of rain here in my part of Virginia. It did not eliminate our rain deficit, but it helped! I did not even mind the three gloomy, cloudy days. Now I am not so worried about my well.
October is almost over thank goodness! I had so much going on this month: plumbers, broken water heaters, broken pressure switch, a car that needed repair, a tree that needed to come down, a return mammogram, and trying to cover the desk at work when it seemed EVERYONE got a vacation but me. Lets all hope that my November is better. Otherwise, there will be no living with me.
Does anyone have any fun Halloween plans? I love Halloween, but I usually stay home. I have to hand out candy to the little (and not so little) muchkins. I have been reading scary stories and watching scary movies and listening to Halloween music. What are your plans?
Saturday, October 27, 2007
Wednesday, October 10, 2007
Things getting better
To an extent things are getting better. I just charged lots of money on the credit cards for these things, but at least they are taken care of, or getting there. First of all, the tree is down. It looks very empty. I took a picture on my cell phone on my way out this morning so I'll try to remember to post it.
Second, the water heater is now fixed. The plumber had to come out twice, but the second time they charged me a flat rate.
Third, my car is back. The brakes work, and the seat belt comes out. It ended up needing a new battery too.
Fourth, the diagnostic mammogram is done. Unfortunately the processor was down so I am waiting for the results. I'm not too worried, but there is always that anxious feeling in the back of my brain.
I just finished Baghdad Burning: Girl Blog from Iraq by Riverbend. This is the published version of her blog (which she is still updating). Riverbend is an Iraqi woman who tells how the war is affecting ordinary citizens. Well written and a page-turner. No matter what your personal opinion, Riverbend makes you think.
Second, the water heater is now fixed. The plumber had to come out twice, but the second time they charged me a flat rate.
Third, my car is back. The brakes work, and the seat belt comes out. It ended up needing a new battery too.
Fourth, the diagnostic mammogram is done. Unfortunately the processor was down so I am waiting for the results. I'm not too worried, but there is always that anxious feeling in the back of my brain.
I just finished Baghdad Burning: Girl Blog from Iraq by Riverbend. This is the published version of her blog (which she is still updating). Riverbend is an Iraqi woman who tells how the war is affecting ordinary citizens. Well written and a page-turner. No matter what your personal opinion, Riverbend makes you think.
Wednesday, October 03, 2007
Rain!
I am starting to get a bit anxious. Yes, so what else is new, right? We have not had rain in a very long time and its starting to get serious. My county said they have about 119 days left of water in the reservoirs. Now this does not affect me because I have a well, but I worry about it going dry. I am trying to conserve water. I don't water my lawn and I never wash my car. I buy bottled water to drink (because my well water tastes nasty) and I take short showers.
Everyone please hold out hope that it rains soon! I wonder if thats why my tree is so brown?
Everyone please hold out hope that it rains soon! I wonder if thats why my tree is so brown?
Monday, October 01, 2007
Stress
Last week was stressful for me. I had gotten a call back from the woman's imaging center and something showed up on my mammogram. They are sure everything is fine, but they want to double-check, especially since it is my first one. I go back next tuesday for a diagnostic mammogram and an ultrasound. I know all will be fine, but its been on my mind.
I have to get my car repaired and that will be much money. The parts were $300. Thats not including all of the labor.
The big pine tree in my front yard, which has been there for about 30 years and actually moved with us to this house is dead or dying. I think I have to get it cut down and I have to get a professional to do it because it is close to power lines and the house. Plus I really like this tree and don't want to see it go.
And I have another leaky pipe, so I need to get the plumber back too.
This all happened within a week and a half. THATS why I have been so stressed. I am a little better now and trying to take things as they come up. I am doing yoga for my stress relief and trying deep breathing and meditation.
I am reading Archie and Amelie: Love and Madness in the Gilded Age by Donna Lucey. This is a nonfiction work about two very fascinating and troubled people in Virginia during the Gilded age. John Armstrong "Archie" Chanler was a descendant of John Jacob Astor. Amelie Rives was the goddaughter of Robert E. Lee. Archie, like most men, fell hard for Amelie. They married suddenly, and divorced seven years later. But Archie never got over her. They could not live together and they could not live apart. There is so much more too. Insanity, seances, drug addiction, etc. The story is fascinating because it is true and the people lived not too far away, near Charlottesville. I am more than halfway through.
I have to get my car repaired and that will be much money. The parts were $300. Thats not including all of the labor.
The big pine tree in my front yard, which has been there for about 30 years and actually moved with us to this house is dead or dying. I think I have to get it cut down and I have to get a professional to do it because it is close to power lines and the house. Plus I really like this tree and don't want to see it go.
And I have another leaky pipe, so I need to get the plumber back too.
This all happened within a week and a half. THATS why I have been so stressed. I am a little better now and trying to take things as they come up. I am doing yoga for my stress relief and trying deep breathing and meditation.
I am reading Archie and Amelie: Love and Madness in the Gilded Age by Donna Lucey. This is a nonfiction work about two very fascinating and troubled people in Virginia during the Gilded age. John Armstrong "Archie" Chanler was a descendant of John Jacob Astor. Amelie Rives was the goddaughter of Robert E. Lee. Archie, like most men, fell hard for Amelie. They married suddenly, and divorced seven years later. But Archie never got over her. They could not live together and they could not live apart. There is so much more too. Insanity, seances, drug addiction, etc. The story is fascinating because it is true and the people lived not too far away, near Charlottesville. I am more than halfway through.
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