Wednesday chat

 Its a pretty morning here - we are due to hit mid- upper 90's today and tomorrow. This comes as a complete shock as we haven't 'officially' hit 90* this year yet. Its like the 5th latest we've hit 90. Of course the temps reported on my phone, thermometer and reporting areas on WeatherUnderground have been in the 90's, not sure where the 'official' temp is taken LOL

I am so sad about Sinbad, I know that Kate gave him a better life than most dogs will ever know exists, but he was still learning normal things. I will always recall her telling me when he destuffed his first toy! Hard to imagine but he was about 12 at the time.  Every time I hear of a loved pet going to the Bridge, I wind up giving  Bugsy an extra kiss.

I've got nothing else.

DH just left for work and I'm betting he'll actually get some rest these next 2 days in comparison to how busy he's been with the move.

An appraiser is coming by at 8. It's a little embarrassing to have anyone come in but he does know we're in the middle of a move. The refi should be complete by next week, so that'll be nice. I'll be glad to be done with all the paperwork for 2 loans. Someday I'll have to get it all organized cause right now it's scattered everywhere.

Our weather is gorgeous right now. Sunny and mid 80s. It could stay like this forever and I'd be happy.

So bummed for Kate today.

In case anyone's wondering, this is what I wound up getting Pop for Father's Day:

http://shop.thespicelab.com/index.php/ultimate-gourmet-salt-tasting-collection-11-tubes.html

He's somewhat of a "foodie" and likes to play around in the kitchen and on the grill, so I thought this would be a pretty unique gift.  He's so hard to buy for - he doesn't want anything, he doesn't need anything, and could care less about clothes, gadgets, electronics, etc. He and Mumsie would much prefer to cook some gourmet meals at home rather than battle the crowds on the Island in the summer.

Deb W.

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I am so sad about Sinbad, I know that Kate gave him a better life than most dogs will ever know exists, but he was still learning normal things.

I'm feeling pretty low this morning.  Thinking of Kate and hoping she's doing ok in dealing with the loss of sweet Sinbad. 

Work has thrown some more challenges in my face and I just don't feel up to it. 

I've agreed to working an event that I hadn't committed to at the volunteer meeting. The volunteer organizer somehow "misunderstood" my statement that I couldn't confirm this particular event due to a family birthday.  This one will be more fun than the tattoo event we're going to be at, so I'm not really upset.  I didn't want to go to the birthday thing anyway. lol

Had a visit from a friend of one of my family members yesterday.  The conversation concerned my family member and was depressing and neither of us have a clue how to change things for the better.  

One happy note yesterday.  I ordered an extra large crate for Rex.  It arrived yesterday and I set it up for him in the bedroom.  He loves crates and prefers to nap and sleep in one.  At night he hasn't been crated for years.  The last few months he's been sneaking into Belle's ex large crate right before bedtime.  I decided he deserved his own crate even though I had to make it my new bedside table in order to fit it in the room.  I don't really care as our house has never been featured in House Beautiful. lol   I'd much rather have happy dogs than a house that's picture perfect.

Well, enough whining for now.  I need to get to work even though all I want to do is pull the covers over my head.

(((Jackie)))

Siding is nearly done, only thing left was fascia and gutters. Hopefully DS has charged his camera and can take a few pics for me.

My mystery man George Graham has called me 2 more times, but never says why he wants to talk to me in his voice messages, so I blocked his phone number. It worked. I'm not paranoid but I don't give out my phone number to too many people, and I have no idea who he is. I'd rather not chat.

Thinking of Kate.

Cathy, that's a beautiful tribute.  I love Cat Stevens, too -- and those lyrics are especially fitting.  Like I said yesterday, I just don't understand why the world has to lose such special people like that long before it should, when there are so many others who bring nothing but bad things to the world.  He looked so fit and healthy, but heart attacks can strike anyone I guess.  My condolences to everyone who feels his loss.

Keeping Kate in my thoughts today, too.  I was thinking last night that it must've been awful for her to go back to the island on the ferry alone yesterday.  I'm assuming she went to the mainland for the vet visit, and I doubt she ever imagined she'd come home without sweet Sinbad.  Sending lots of comforting vibes to her and Mozey.

On a lighter note, that salt collection is a great gift, Deb.  I've never seen that site, but I'm going to remember it for DH's birthday and/or Christmas.  He's a pretty good chef and loves to use unusual ingredients and spices -- and he's hard to buy for, too.  I bet your Dad will be thrilled.

Jackie, if it weren't for dog crates, where would we put things like our pocketbooks and other junk we carry in with us each day?  Doubling as a nightstand (or other piece of furniture) is an added benefit.  The great thing about Tonka's crate was that is was so huge that it was like having another huge table top in the room!

Last night was our first night since last Wednesday to have the house to ourselves.  DH said, "Boy, is it nice not to hear constant talking!"  We enjoyed 3 episodes of "The Daily Show" on the DVR without interruption!  :-)

Yup, that saying is quite true for certain visitors (usually family).  I was about done with them on Day 2, and they were here for nearly 6!  We've got another quiet night on our own tonight, then DH's other sister and her husband arrive Friday afternoon.  I could probably tolerate both his sisters for longer periods if it weren't for the fact that my MIL has to be over our house a lot while they visit, too.  I think I've mentioned before that she's not my favorite person. 

Someone in the next office is cooking/heating up something for lunch, and the smell is coming through the walls.  I already ate my tuna sandwich, but I'm still hungry.  I wish it didn't smell so good because it's making my stomach growl.

Jackie, I enjoyed your comment about the dogs being happy... :)  Ron is always sayin...what if someone dropped by and saw all this hair??? uh excuse me but if they dont like it they dont have to come back   I clean my house but not every single day! Of course that is the perks of being out in the country people dont "drop" by.

((Hugs)) for Kate and her family, ((Hugs)) for Cathy and the Homeward Bound Family.  Cat Stevens is a fav of mine also, oddly enough I just saw a CD at lunch today that was a new remake of his best hits...I had it in my hand and opted to wait til payday.

Deb great idea for your Dad.  I still think I am going to check out the thermometer for Ron. dont tell him.

Have I mentioned how much I have enjoyed the last two days of 90 degree weather with our new AC?  After 3 summers of record heat Ron and I are both very appreciative of the AC.

 hahaha Julie! That's awesome. You're welcome!