Sunny Saturday 10-12

Sorry about wasting space but there is no other work around for getting breaks in paragraphs that I can see (unless I post from an actual computer)

I'm psyching myself up for a day of "why aren't you married and have kids" questions. To do that i am starting off with a gym work out and ending the day with margaritas with my bff. The bridal shower is going to be pure absolute torture. They should take terrorists to these things. I bet that would get them to talk!

The weather is beautiful for fall though. It's is sunny and is going to be close to 80.

Sigh.  Why don't people GET that marriage is absolutely not for everyone?  With the divorce rate as high as it is, maybe that should be a clue?  After my first marriage, I would have been perfectly content to remain a single mom.  I had my sons, I had my career and I was self sufficient.  I just happened to stumble over "the one" and I don't for a second regret taking a chance, but, darn it there is nothing wrong with a woman, or any person who is strong enough to take life as it comes. And alone if that's what they choose.  Geeze.

I don't believe we're headed for 80's here today, but it's beautiful and sunny.  Would be a good day to go out and put the garden to bed I think.  Maybe I'll actually do that!

Julie, hope your day isn't too unpleasant, and I hope that everyone has a really great day.

 I totally agree Glenda; our daughter is in her last year of graduate school and will get her PhD this spring. She has many friends and has been very happy. If she eventually meets her soul mate, that would be great, but it's not something  DH and I worry about. She loves what she's doing and enjoying life, and that's all that really matters. Sounds like a great day to work in the garden; our weather is beautiful here too. DH is chopping down an old stump in the yard from a tree that died earlier this year.

 Julie;  I hope the shower goes better than you're expecting; don't let it get to you. Just tell them you're happy and that's all that should matter. A lot of times those questions are from those who need to validate their choices; they may be jealous of your self assurance.

Julie, I don't blame you for dreading the bridal shower.  On the list of "Undesirable Ways to Spend a Weekend Afternoon," a bridal shower is second only to a baby shower, in my opinion.  There's only so much ooohing and aaahing you can do over gifts, and I dislike those stupid games they often play.  My friend, who is nearly 40, told me the other day she's glad she's reaching the age where people are finally realizing she isn't changing her mind about having children and they're badgering her less about it at family gatherings. 

In this day and age, the arrangements people make for their home and family lives should not be judged by others.  Kids, no kids, single, married, cohabitating, or like one of my friends, totally committed and monogamous for 15 years, yet living in their own homes because they prefer different residential environments (one likes a tiny house downtown, the other wants huge acreage out in the middle of nowhere).  They visit each other regularly but maintain their own homes.

We went to the annual "garage sale" at the local kitchen/cooking shop downtown this morning.  People get their early to get in line.  We were 8th/9th in line, but only had to stand in the cold drizzle for about 20 minutes.  We snagged an All-Clad saute pan for $30 (scratched, but perfectly usable), a coffee maker, a heavy-dute veggie peeler, a grater, and a super-thin flexible spatula.  All great bargains!

Indoor chores this afternoon, then dinner out with my MIL at a local steak house.  It's kind of frozen in time decor-wise (1980's country club style), but it's quiet and not an "in" place, so no crowd. 

Have you considered using a preemptive strike.

"Why on earth did YOU get married?"  "What ever gave you the idea you could raise nonferal children".  

Took Piper to the WMA for a run.  First day of hunting season.  Beautiful day, a little windy.  She ran and hunted for about 15 minutes, then dropped in to heel.  Just out of gas.  She will sleep well tonight. Got to smell some stuff, run in the high grass, tangle with burrs.  A good day.

When I was younger and my friends were getting married or having babies I loved going to the showers. I actually hosted a few myself and that was a lot of fun. I'd prefer to skip them these days though and also hate the silly games.

I bought and planted some mums today and it really made a big difference on the patio. I wish they'd had more and a better selection but that's what I get for going to Walmart vs. a nursery.

My SIL went out of town unexpectedly this morning and texted to asked if DH or I could stop by this afternoon and let their dog (a Doberman) out to pee. I've met Koa a few times at parties at their house but even then, he's not a super friendly dog. She said he'd bark viciously but just to say his name and he'd be fine. Well, he could see me through the glass beside the door and he could hear me saying his name but he did not calm down a bit. I decided I wasn't taking any chances and called DH and told him he'd have to do it or Koa would have to wait for MIL to stop by later today. DH went over and said Koa really didn't calm down until he got inside and could sniff him but then he was fine. Call me a sissy but I'm not brave enough to walk in on a large dog that really doesn't know me and is intent on protecting his property.

@DougB

"Why on earth did YOU get married?"  "What ever gave you the idea you could raise nonferal children".

Doug, that's hilarious!  I wish I had the guts to say that to a few people I know!  Kind of reminds me of something my aunt used to do.  She couldn't stand the insincere, monotone comment, "Have a nice day," that cashiers sometimes say.  She'd reply cheerfully, "No thanks - I've got other plans."  As a senior citizen, she didn't care what people thought.  I bet she'd have no trouble saying your suggestions to someone!

Cathy, I don't blame you for avoiding going into the house.  I've had to check on a couple friends' dogs who were similar in behavior, and it was rather scary.  You can try to use your friendliest, calmest voice, but it doesn't always work!

Dinner was good, but we ate too much.  We decided to share a dessert, which was a good thing because it was huge.  We couldn't finish it between the 3 of us.  I keep telling myself I need to cut out the desserts and breads if I'm going to lose the 5 pounds I need to lose, but my willpower is non-existent!

We had a nice Friday date night and Saturday movie night.  We saw Captain Phillips with Tom Hanks.  Great movie.  Riveting actually.  Ate at BJ's afterwards and had some fried calamari and brown ale.  

The water heater is repaired without too much cussing. lol

We're having some nice gentle rains today.  Some parts are Texas are being inundated.  

Hi, well said  Tacran. Appreciated.

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