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At least the rain came after you were done with most of the yard work!
So true! And now he won't have to do it for two weeks since we have someone coming while we're on vacation.
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Another busy day, getting everything done around the house - honestly you put us to shame with the way you methodically work through everything. If only we had that work ethic when it comes to the house and garden.
I think being raised by a major in the army instilled a work ethic in me. No complaints as it has come in handy.
You're certainly inspiring me to get my house in order this week before we leave too. My DD lives with us so I know it won't stay super clean for our return though. I'm with you on gaining a few pounds over the winter without our daily walks. I really hate the cold and just can't bring myself to walk in the frigid temps. I've been really watching my diet and walking a lot for the last few weeks so hopefully it will make a difference when I have to put my shorts on! Your Care Net dinner sounds lovely.
It's good to know that I'm not the only one who doesn't want to walk in frigid temperatures.
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I know just how weather affects the plans you put into place. But its a great feeling when you can beat the rain. I think we all go through the winter without thinking just what will happen when spring gets here and our clothes decide to shrink , but we must continue forward!!!!!
I was up early this morning as my rescheduled manicure was for 8:45 AM, and wanted to be sure I was fully awake before that. Unfortunately, the morning began in gloom with rain. While I was driving home, the weather looked like it might clear up at least long enough for a walk. But nope! Since we weren’t going for a walk, Luke decided to call Sam’s Club to check on the tires that he ordered last Thursday for the Edge. He wants them on before we headed to Nashville next Thursday. Because he ordered them online, he started with that number, but after talking to them for around 15 minutes, the call was suddenly disconnected. So next he called the local Sam’s Club to see what was going on. The response there was the tires were in stock, and Luke was told to bring the car in. We headed out and just as we were about to pull up at the garage at Sam’s Club, Luke’s phone rang. It was the guy he had talked to about coming in. He told Luke that he had been mistaken and did not have the specific tires that had been ordered. He did guarantee that the right tires would be in Monday, and he or someone else would call for us to bring the Edge in.
Since we were already there, we went into the store to pick up a couple of things. I even found a cute skort that will probably be making the trip. I mentioned to Luke that we still needed to stop by Bath & Body for a couple of things, so that came next and we browsed Macy’s as we walked through there into the mall. By the time we got back home, it was time for lunch. When we finished, Luke checked the radar, noting that we had a window of dryness for walking. We easily made our 5K before rain returned. I did not sleep well last night, just never got completely comfortable. So after our walk, I checked e-mails and then took a short nap.
We ate out tonight at our favorite Mexican place. Afterwards, we went to Target to pick up three of my four prescriptions as I didn’t figure correctly when I worked on our medicines yesterday. The four will be ready Monday. They were out of stock today. Our last stop was Meijer for a couple of travel size toiletries we hadn’t found at Target or Wal-mart. Finally, success! Luke asked me as we got back in the car if that was everything that needed to be bought before the trip. I told him I was afraid to say yes or we’d figure out something else.
Sounds like another day of many accomplishments . Sorry about driving all the way over to Sams to find out he was mistaken. But score on the new skorts!
What a pain about the tyres. I know that feeling about saying "yes, everything's done, we've got everything for the trip", as you just know if you say it, you'll have forgotten something.
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It sounds like you got a lot done again today even if you weren't able to get your new tires put on the car! Since the rain subsided here by late morning yesterday, we were able to get our walk in during the day. All the walking has helped me with my sleeping at night! This weekend is my time to start packing for the trip.
Well we got your pesky rain here today!! That stinks about the tires but at least you made the trip worthwhile! I also love skorts!! I use them even on my jogs!! Great score! Glad you guys made out at Meijer.
Too bad with the mix and your tires at Sam's Club! I'm sure it will be fine when you bring the Edge in! Hope you enjoyed your dinner at the Mexican eatery the two of you enjoy! What is the name of the restaurant?
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That is the most aggravating thing to me, is to tell me something is in only to find out that's not true. It is right around the corner for you two!!!!!!Luke asked a dangerous question, especially when it comes to knowing whether or not you have everything you need for the trip!!!
Sounds like another day of many accomplishments . Sorry about driving all the way over to Sams to find out he was mistaken. But score on the new skorts!
At least the trip was not a total bust as the skort is a great score.
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What a pain about the tyres. I know that feeling about saying "yes, everything's done, we've got everything for the trip", as you just know if you say it, you'll have forgotten something.
And I did earlier today realize there is something else we need. We may pick it up tonight after church.
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I love skorts for Disney! They are so comfortable!
It sounds like you got a lot done again today even if you weren't able to get your new tires put on the car! Since the rain subsided here by late morning yesterday, we were able to get our walk in during the day. All the walking has helped me with my sleeping at night! This weekend is my time to start packing for the trip.
Today was much better than today for walking. It is only 50 degrees and the wind has been strong all day. No walking yet, but maybe??? with your packing.
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Well we got your pesky rain here today!! That stinks about the tires but at least you made the trip worthwhile! I also love skorts!! I use them even on my jogs!! Great score! Glad you guys made out at Meijer.
Another day down!!
I wear my skorts for our walks, too. Just so comfortable and practical.
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Too bad with the mix and your tires at Sam's Club! I'm sure it will be fine when you bring the Edge in! Hope you enjoyed your dinner at the Mexican eatery the two of you enjoy! What is the name of the restaurant?
The restaurant is Real Hacienda, local authentic Mexican.
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That is the most aggravating thing to me, is to tell me something is in only to find out that's not true. It is right around the corner for you two!!!!!!Luke asked a dangerous question, especially when it comes to knowing whether or not you have everything you need for the trip!!!
At least we got some other errands done, so it wasn't a total waste of a trip.
Sounds like you've been very productive and you are almost ready for your trip! I did the Caring For Giants tour last week, and I think you will really enjoy it!
Sounds like you've been very productive and you are almost ready for your trip! I did the Caring For Giants tour last week, and I think you will really enjoy it!
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I'm with you on gaining a few pounds over the winter without our daily walks. I really hate the cold and just can't bring myself to walk in the frigid temps. I've been really watching my diet and walking a lot for the last few weeks so hopefully it will make a difference when I have to put my shorts on!
, but we must continue forward!!!!!
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I also love skorts!! I use them even on my jogs!! Great score! Glad you guys made out at Meijer.
I'm sure it will be fine when you bring the Edge in! 
with your packing. 
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