Happy Monday chat

Julie -- that would rank way up there with me on "NIGHTMARE" -- ugh.

Lisa -- oh boy that would make ME cranky!! Where are people's brains sometimes?

Back at work at least part time now to start. 

I had a very nice weekend - met up with Mumsie and Pop for a very nice lunch at a resturant near them on Sat.  Yesterday, we went out for breakfast.  Only to a local diner, but sometimes, nothing beats a good diner breakfast !!!

Deb W.

I'm at the doctor now, seeing my least favorite guy, but it's who could see me first. They always make something quickly for my dad, so he called for me. I actually had to race right out the door when he called. After I woke up coughing and nearly puking at 5 AM, I decided it was time to go. I come here so infrequently, that they still had me on my dad's insurance (I was kicked off August or September 2011).

Callie - I'm glad you're feeling a little better too. Don't overdo it today.

DH just left for work and after I go grocery shopping, I plan to enjoy the rest of the day doing nothing but reading and relaxing. It'll be in the mid 80s and I'm loving this weather.

We submitted the low-ball offer on that house yesterday. If they even respond, I'm sure it'll be a counter-offer. They had an open house yesterday, so I wouldn't be surprised if they got some other offers. This house is about as close as you can get to our largest lake, so I can't believe he's not getting offers over the asking price but it hasn't been on the market that long.

I'm finally on the downside of the allergy/cold induced congestion and coughing. Froze my butt off working at the track over the weekend. There's just something not right about wearing long underwear and a winter coat in the middle of May and having snow falling.

DS gave me a gift certificate for a massage for Mother's Day. I found Dove dark chocolate swirled with mint at Target, so that was my gift to myself. Delish!

Working on corporate Amex this morning - it's not helping my headache.

I hope Maureen is feeling better and also that Jackie isn't too stressed about the big bid (and gets a positive answer soon.)

Tina, I'm so out of touch lately I didn't realize racing had started back up.  Stupid cold weather that required major winter gear at the track.  Glad to hear you're feeling better other than the Amex induced headache.  My stress levels have dropped considerably.  Waiting game now.

Jen, hope the doc gives you something to get over the crud.  Maureen, hope you're doing better.  Callie, glad you're able to get to work if only part time. 

Lisa, that is crazy about those guys starting work before 8 AM.  I'm not a late sleeper but I like a little peace and quiet in the mornings.  We have a neighbor who starts mowing at 7AM on the weekend. 

Hope everyone has a good day.  I'm so behind with regular work, after neglecting some of it these last few weeks, that I better get busy.  I did manage to get some bills paid this morning.

iluvjamison

sometimes, nothing beats a good diner breakfast !!

Cathy, I finally looked at the photos for that house.  Holy cow -- what a spectacular place!  It's so open and bright.  I love the window seats in the "smaller" bedrooms.   I also love the seated vanity space on in master bath counter.  In my advancing age, my lower back starts to hurt after having to stand in front of the mirror for so long, drying/styling my hair, applying make-up.  I'd love that space to sit, with a lighted magnifying mirror on the counter (failing eyes = also due to age!).  And that yard and pool ---- living there would be like being on permanent vacation!  I hope they accept your offer!

I heard a strange sound outside about 9:30pm last night . . . it was heavy rain.  First rainfall in about 3 weeks, I think.  The grey skies are bleh today, but boy, is the garden going to be happy.

Glad you're back to work Callie -- don't overdo it!  And Jen, I hope the Z-Pak helps.  I know what you mean about the docs tossing those around at everything, but if it helps your nasty cough finally go away, that's good.  Oh, is everything okay with your niece?  You mentioned the frantic call from your Mom.

 Julie - I hate ticks too.  Right now they're starting to get bad around here.

Lisa - 7am is waaaay to early!  I'll never forget the old management company our condo used to use.  They totally neglected to tell us our unit was slated for balcony inspection/maintenance.  Well, I was home sick with the flu that day when I saw someone climbing up and onto the balcony (2nd floor off the master bedroom).  Scared me poopless!  The management company we have now is very good about notifying us all about stuff going on and they'd never start that early!

Today is flying by today.  Managed to renew our worker's comp insurance and get billing out thus far.  Oh and training the part time office assistant.  I'm also starving and should probably go and fix that!

Cathy -- that's so exciting!  That kitchen is incredible.  I hate cooking, but I might learn to enjoy it in a space that amazing.  And seriously, that yard and pool?  It's like a private resort just for yourselves.

You've met the owner it sounds like?  Maybe if maximum money isn't 100% of his motivation, maybe he'll favor you guys over the other people if he's feeling sentimental about the home and took a liking to you and DH.  Hey, did you introduce him to Shane?  Maybe he's a dog person!  It might make him feel good to know that a really nice couple with a sweet, handsome dog will look after his home in a special way, truly appreciating all it's wonderful qualities and keeping the lovely yard looking nice, etc.  I assume a seller can "pick" his buyer, even if they're not the highest offer/bid, right? 

Keep us posted!

 Good luck, Cathy! Let me know when we can all move in.