It's weird

I'll never understand why I go into cleaning sprees. My whole life I have been messy, but on occasion I clean with too much gusto and always LATE at night. I skipped dinner in favor of cleaning. I am a nut......

Finally

I called karate at 10:30. I just now got the problem solved. I was not nice to the finance woman. She was being completely ridiculous, or maybe she thought I was that gullible. I know what I paid, what I owe and when it's supposed to be withdrawn. I also know that for NO reason are they allowed to debit my account without my consent, or knowledge for that matter. I feel better now.

Besides that, James is at work and I am stuck at home. Normally I don't mind but I REALLY don't feel like being at home. James is off tomorrow and thursday. we have tons to do. He has an appt to go to and I have the bank test, and then we have to take our car in. I think the gas gauge is screwy again!

*EDIT 8:50pm* Yep Amy I cancled the EFT ("but it has to be in writing mam," like that worked before or something!) I have never had a company fuck it up so badly. I mean how hard is it to set up? NOT VERY for the average person......

What a weekend

James was so bad at karate on saturday that I didn't even stay for the lesson. I am so tired of his little attitude, but I can only blame myself for allowing the behavior to continue. He had no tv or toys all weekend. Like that's gonna make a difference. He was fine yesterday but we'll see how quickly he relapses.

To top off the awful weekend karate took yet another months payment out. TWO WEEKS after the last payment. I am over it. They are in breach of their own contract. I am beyond being nice about it. Both the nice instructors and the lady doing EFT are going to see the rude side of Bonnie, and believe me, it's not pleasant. I am trying to figure out exactly what to say, so I don't start stammering for words.

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I found the pillow material and finished them and both Darlene's bags. I was the only one cashiering yesterday so I wasn't able to get the initials, but I will today. They are so cute, if only I could remember to bring my camera in from the car!

I have a dentist appt on the 8th and my Dr. appt on the 14th, hopefully both will go well. I have been feeling strange lately, but in a personal (let's not discuss) sort of way. A few different things going on so hopefully not only will she find a reason why we aren't pregnant yet, but also why the other things are happening. Nothing painful, just not normal for me.......

I got up at 7am this morning, which is why I am able to update now, I have 30 minutes to kill!

Friday Five

1) When does liking someone a lot become loving that person? I have no idea.
2) Is there a job you would do for free, and is it your current job? It's called being a housewife. That's the only thing I'd ever do for free, since I can't get paid for it. I'm broke I can't afford to volunteer, no matter how much I might love to do something. And if it ever comes to the point where I'm not broke then I'd be too worried about keeping the money.
3) What is one person/thing that inspired you to take action of some sort? I am very pessimistic. I lack the ability to find encouragement in anyone.
4) Though you might not believe in it, would you like fate to exist? Fate exists.
5) What's the kindest thing that anyone has ever done for you? Oh hell. A lot of people have done really nice things for me. And each act of extreme kindness I value just as much as the next. But yesterday morning it started to rain while James and I were walking across the post office parking lot, a kind lady shared her umbrella with us, that was pretty damn nice of her!

What a day

After work I took our "magnet" application down to the school board. They don't recommend mailing them in..... I am hoping he gets a spot in either school (we only applied for two) Our first choice was a math and science enrichment school, the second was the health and fitness school.

James had another belt graduation at karate tonight, he's up to Camoflage.

Darlene picked out really cute material for the bags she wanted. I finished the larger one, but left the camera in the car. The finished product is so cute. She really picked out a good print!!!!! I'll take a photo tomorrow morning. It was so nice having lunch with an adult. James was a little nutty (as usual) but we ended up here and once he was in his own home he wasn't as goofy. He was too busy trying to show AJ every toy he owns ;)

I have lost the fabric I was using to make my mom's pillows. It's driving me crazy because I have searched this apartment 10 times, at least, and not found it. I don't remember taking it out of our bedroom (which is where my machine is set up) I am beyond pissed about it. I asked James to look but so far he has ignored my requests.

We have Karate in the morning and I am gonna finish AJ's little tote and then I will once again search for the missing fabric. If I can't find it I will have to buy more so I can finish mom's pillows. If the other turns up I'll use it for the one's James wants. I have a few other errands to run (I bought some books online last night and forgot to put my debit card back in my wallet, talk about a pain in the butt) and I need to go grocery shopping.

I'd love for a day of peace and quiet!

Ummmm Ok, but I don't think it's right

Your Five Factor Personality Profile

Extroversion: You have high extroversion. You are outgoing and engaging, with both strangers and friends. You truly enjoy being with people and bring energy into any situation. Enthusiastic and fun, you're the first to say "let's go!" Conscientiousness: You have high conscientiousness. Intelligent and reliable, you tend to succeed in life. Most things in your life are organized and planned well. But you borderline on being a total perfectionist. Agreeableness: You have high agreeableness. You are easy to get along with, and you value harmony highly. Helpful and generous, you are willing to compromise with almost anyone. You give people the benefit of the doubt and don't mind giving someone a second chance. Neuroticism: You have low neuroticism. You are very emotionally stable and mentally together. Only the greatest setbacks upset you, and you bounce back quickly. Overall, you are typically calm and relaxed - making others feel secure. Openness to experience: Your openness to new experiences is high. In life, you tend to be an early adopter of all new things and ideas. You'll try almost anything interesting, and you're constantly pushing your own limits. A great connoisseir of art and beauty, you can find the positive side of almost anything.

The Five Factor Personality Test

Thanks Darlene, lol

I'm sweaty and gross

I just got done washing the car. I think I should do it as weekly exercise. I only had to pay to vacuum (the apt. has a car wash area) so I spent $1.50. SWEEEET

I went to the bank and the woman was so helpful. But as soon as she saw my Gulport MS drivers license she got that sympathetic look. She did ask if we moved here because of the hurricane and of course I told her no. We got to chatting as she opened the new account and fixed the savings. I was right the savings was coded wrong and she even refunded the fees ($12.71, that's a lot of fees for one quarter) As we were finishing up she asked me if I was working anywhere because she thought I would fit right in. I guess I don't have to be to worried about the interview process now, lol. Too bad it won't be her!

We have to leave for Karate in 30 minutes and I am a mess. Guess I should go fix my hair and wash my face.

I found a position

FINALLY.

I found a bank branch over towards James school that is hiring. I take the tests on Thursday!

I just called Joann to see if my manager had put up the schedule. He already had but he gave me Thursday off, no questions asked. I really like this manager, and I think it's because he reminds me of my dad. Not so much in looks but the way he acts and talks. Weird. I'm glad he likes me enough to change my schedule and not be a butt about it.

Now let's just keep our fingers crossed that I pass their test and get the job. The test won't be so bad. I have passed them twice before (for different banks) I just hope someone else applying isn't more qualified!

back to the gallbladder

So I did my own google search and the funny thing is that MOST of the web pages containing the word spelled it with two T's. Once I saw the majority was spelling it this way I began to second guess my spelling abilities. But Merriam Webster has assuaged those fears and proven me to be correct!

I'm off today

I had plans to start tanning, but I am not sure if that'll happen today.

I am working on the pillows for mom. James likes the material and wants me to use it in our bedroom. I like it too, but I was planning on doing the room in sky blues, since our furniture is dark. (as you know I love blue and brown together) He isn't too keen on it, so I am not sure what I'll do. I think I may make two sets, since I am just making throw pillows and new cases for our sleeping pillows. I have a duvet cover so I won't need to change the rest of the linens.




I have to buy Little J some new shoes. We went outside and he stepped in dog poop. I am sure you all remember my rants about bastards that don't pick up after their pets. I was livid, but there isn't much you can do about it. So anyway. I don't mess around with shitty shoes. I don't care how much you scrape unless you throw them in the washer you can't get it all. This morning I was checking his size and noticed his toes were getting tight, so I don't feel as wasteful as I did for just buying shoes to get rid of the crap. I can't believe he needs new shoes already. I bought his current pair about 6 months ago!

I am also cleaning out the car today. It's an awful mess. I'm even gonna vacum and wash it!

I tried to open a new checking acct. on line, but it kept telling me my "primary citizenship" was incorrect. Whatever that means because it's info they pull from my other account (nothing I entered) I can't change anything online so now I am gonna have to go to the bank. I hate going to the bank, but I guess it's a good thing, since they pulled service fees from little J's savings, and since he's under 18 they aren't supposed to. I can only assume the officer who opened the account labeled it incorrectly.

And that's all for me!

I love it when

People react the way you expect them to (even if it's insincere)

I was nervous about talking to the Karate owners, because I really like them. I worked up the nerve and She reacted perfectly. She showed frustration that the corporate lady wouldn't help, since it's her job, and the lady should have known what was going on. Then when I got to the part about the bad kids she was sympathetic and even laughed when I said if it happened again I was gonna shake the little jerks (Some people wouldn't have found that funny) So things are fine. I am still mad about the money and I really expected them to play dumb about it. Since she didn't I have gotten over it some.

A friend of James' from school came to a class today. If he signs up James gets a credit for the graduation fee (which I did NOT know) It's pretty expensive, and I am not sure the little boys mom wants to spend that much, when there are other sports and things that are cheaper. We'll see how it pans out. I think the little boy would do REALLY well.

We were really busy at work today. All you crazy sale shoppers!

Now I am starving! I guess I should go eat, and then get the kid ready for bed.

FYI about "gallblatters"

Whoever keeps searching for info about them it is spelled GALLBLADDER

And why am I one of the related websites??? Have I ever before mentioned one? I don't recall.

Sooo

I have been really pissed off the last couple of days. James did his best to lift my mood but the fact that I had no control over the karate problem was really eating at me. And now what do I say come Monday when they get back. How do I relate just how pissed I was without alienating them or cursing them out?

In the end James decided we wouldn't pay one of the bills and still go out. I wasn't happy about that but at least we got to go. I needed a new top and found a $60 sweater for $6 on the clearance rack at Lane Bryant. I felt pretty good about my appearance and actually had a smile on my face. We decided to go to one of my favorites restaurants since we haven't been there in awhile. Things started off ok, our waitress was cute but as her section filled up (4 tables) she got less cute. I won't go into detail but she forgot some things anf then we sent our entrees back twice and they still came out bad (we have never had a problem before) The manager pretty much brushed us off after initial contact so by the time our second entrees came out bad we were livid. She acted like it was no big deal and couldn't wait to get us out the door. We left and by this time I wasn't even hungry. We had wasted two hours and I was one unhappy girl. James was starving so we decided to go somewhere by the beach (closer to karate) We ended up at Bonefish Grill, it was our first time there and I loved it, even though I don't eat seafood. Our waiter was awesome and James' entree was delicious. He had salmon and I had a salad and a raspberry martini. The moment we walked in the door our mood changed and I am thankful for that. I am still pissed about the other restaurant but I will call the GM on monday. I don't want anything for free but I do want them to know how unconcerned and rude that manager was.

Friday morning we toured another school and then went and looked at a few used cars. We didn't find anything James thought was worth buying so we are still looking but unsure when we'll get another car.

Today I worked one of the free kids classes at Joann's (with little james) and then we played outside. The boys practiced bike riding and I fed the ducks. It started off just a few and ended up about 50. (I got a little nervous they might attack me, lol) Then we went to the park. The boys played Basketball for awhile then we headed over to the playground.

Now we're back at home. I want to go shopping but don't really have the money. We all need new summer clothes. Little James just needed a few shirts, so I got some from target. But James and I can't buy $4 t-shirts ;) Who knows what we'll do. I think I may buy a shirt each payday. We'll see how that goes......

I got my period again so I made a dr's appt. I plan on taking the info I have gotten from Jamie and Brandee and telling her I want to start testing now. I have already wasted a year. I don't want to waste anymore time......

Other that that this weekend has been great.

Happy Valentine's Day

I went to check my bank account this morning, as usual, and noticed it was lower then what I had budgeted. The karate payment came out in full, even though I had a credit and they were only supposed to take the balance due out. The owners are out of town until next week and no one else can or will help me. I just paid those bastards for "parent's night out" and now thanks to them we aren't going anywhere. We honestly don't have any money. Happy fucking Valentine's day right? I was really looking forward to this weekend, especially since J has a three day WE. Now our broke asses will be sitting on the couch staring at the wall.

How Funny

Last night James walked into the kitchen and forbade me from ever buying cheap dryer sheets again. (He actually said forbid) It was really funny. I don't notice a difference in the smell of our clothes but obviously he does. He is just on cloud nine over the damn bounce.

As we settled in to watch Grey's Anatomy he lit the candles and they smelled so good. The scent is Harbor Mist and it's awesome. I couldn't believe how much light they created. I think I may buy more candles, it has to be cheaper then electricity! ;)

I am thinking of going full time at work, but only if they give me a pay raise. I am still looking into the banking world, but as usual there are no openings in our area. Hobby Lobby is opening this month, so if I can't get a raise I am going to apply there. (there is no store I love more then Hobby Lobby!)

The education director asked me to help with a kids class this weekend and since I can bring James I agreed. I didn't realize until I talked to James that little J has karate at that time, so they're gonna drop me off on their way. Too bad, little J would have had fun.

We ate all the potato soup so now I have to scrounge up some dinner for myself. That soup was so good. Next time he has to make a bigger pot! (even though there was enough for 3 days of lunch and 2 dinners each)

Gift

This is what James got me for Valentine's day, even though I asked for nothing, that turkey. I love it!! It's above our dresser (I hate the standard mirror that people usually put up)

More later, gotta make dinner.

A blustery day

It started raining around 5 o'clock last night. It wasn't really cold, just dark and windy. The other night I had mentioned wanting Potato soup and James made it for me last night. We also had BLT's. It was the perfect dinner for such a miserable evening. This morning we woke up and it's COLD. It was 60* yesterday, now it's 39* (31* w/ windchill) We all sleep in t-shirts but I had to jump into my flannel PJ's and socks before I could venture out from under my quilt. Little James just woke up and I made sure he put his PJ pants on too. I am not sure why he slept so long but I am positive today will be a good day because of it.

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I haven't bought good dryer sheets in about 4 years. I buy the cheap 88 cent ones. Before we had little J we had a lot more money (because we split the bills with his cousin and we were both working full time and James had a part time job as well) So I didn't mind spending $7 on tide and $3 on Bounce. Now I can't bring myself to pay for that luxury. James has been complaining lately because he misses the smell. So I splurged and bought Bounce. He walked into the laundry room, smelled it and then came out and kissed me. I didn't realize at first what was going on (I was on the computer) He was SO happy, small pleasure huh? Well yesterday morning Little J's uniform was fresh from the dryer and while I was putting it on him he pulled his collar to his nose. "MMMM Mama this smells gooood!!!" I guess I'll be buying bounce from now on. The damn dryer sheets are more appreciated then me when I smell good, LOL.

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Today is our (my) day of rest. James drives himself to work and little J and I just hang out. I have some cleaning to do but I don't mind that so much these days. Since James cleaned so well I have been making an effort to keep it up. It's much easier to do and now I am not feeling so grumpy about it. I am going to do my best to keep up with it. I have done so well that James complimented me on it. (that's really big of him, since he feels I don't clean well enough) (I really don't!)

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We have a three day weekend coming up but I am unsure as to what we'll do. We have karate graduation and I had to buy a new uniform so that ate up a huge chunk of my "play" money. I'm so glad that J will be starting Kindergarten in a few months and I can actually get a full time job without having to pay for daycare. The school's after care is only $100 a month so if I do need it it's not gonna break the budget like a daycare would ($400 or more a month)

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It's only 9 am but I think I am gonna have some more of that delicious soup!

Karate really pissed me off

(I remember Amy having a problem like this)

Some of the kids are really agressive during sparring. The rules are: NO CONTACT. When you are punching you are to come close but not touch your partner. Most of the kids follow the rules but there are a few who are overly aggressive. And believe me I can tell the difference. The last few sessions another mom and I had noticed that the instructors either don't pay attention or don't say anything.

Today I asked them to especially watch the boy James was sparring because he is too rough. Even though I asked they still let the boy hit too hard. So now it's time to have a meeting with the owner. (me and another mom who until now have let it slide.) One of the boys kicked James to the ground, and NOT on accident. So hard that he flew across the mat. They noticed that one but I am still pissed about it. The little jerk is a black belt and supposed to be setting a GOOD example. The other little jerk is his friend (hmmm is it obvious why they are both little jerks?) and punched James square in the chest and then hit the other boy. Just last week the little boy got hit so hard in the face that he had a bruise. Today he got very upset (as the little jerk knocked him to the ground and then kept punching him) and I don't blame him. I understand they are supposed to be learning to defend themselves, but the instructors don't pay attention and the little kids are getting hurt. I am not paying money so my son can be bullied by the other children. It's not a class to release aggression. I know I signed a contract but if something doesn't change I will stop paying them and could care less what they put on my credit report.

I am so glad it's the weekend.

I went grocery shopping after I picked up little J. We had NO food. The last couple of months I haven't really needed to restock my cupboards, which won't need to be done again for awhile.

I made the treat bags and only spent $10. I decided if three different kids bring treat bags none of us need to go overboard.

We haven't decided what we'll do for V-day, but I am positive I don't want anything. I don't need anymore jewelry (I have enough that I don't wear) and I don't want any of the other standard gifts. Perfume? No. Nightgown? Yeah right. Candy? Tryin to lose weight. Besides I'd rather not waste the money. I am going to buy James some cologne because he ran out. There is nothing he loves more then a new bottle of cologne.

Gotta run, James is calling!

1.) Do you believe in God or a higher power? Yes
2.) Are good and evil just concepts, or real powers in the universe? I believe in Karma.
3.) What is your view on forgiveness? I can forgive, but never forget.
4.) Do organized religions do more harm than good? depends on who's preaching. I don't choose to participate but I'd never tell someone they were wrong for going.
5.) If you had a day to spend playing God, what would you do? I'd help people. Sounds silly but everyone needs something. If everyone could have just one item on their wish list I'd be happy. Then I would take a stroll through Heaven and visit everyone I have lost.

FOR DARLENE

Soooo

That jackass found his watch, it was in the couch. He also cleaned the house (I mean really cleaned) on his two days off. It shows how much I was slacking, if he decides he can't stand it anymore. I am sloppy, he likes it neat.

I am listening to them play cards. I think J is teaching little to play War.

We went and toured one of the two schools we like for kindergarten. They have scheduled tours, which are nearly impossible to make. I tried to schedule an appt with the second school but the butthead hasn't called me back yet. The other program director called me and let us take the tour the same day.

Being in an Elementary school really brought back memories. I haven't been in one since I was a little girl. Do they all smell the same? This one had that same weird smell as mine. Seeing the classrooms really sparked my desire to be a kindergarten teacher (which is what I wanted to be when I was younger)

Our county is so in need of teachers that they will take anyone with an existing degree and pay for their schooling to get a teaching degree, as long as they agree to teach in a needy school. I wish they would do it for anyone that wants to teach. I sure could use that free 4 year degree.

I need to start thinking about school but we really can't afford it. We're still paying J's student loans, and we just don't have enough income (and I don't qualify for financial aid) to add another loan to it. I don't like the idea of working (FT to afford school) and going to school full time. Think the house is messy now? Picture it then!

Time for dinner. I'm glad tomorrow is Friday. I'm tired.

There's a thief

James' good watch is missing. The last time we remember seeing it was before the maintenance guys came and fixed the water heater (while I was not home.) Since he doesn't wear it to work he hadn't noticed until last night. He tore the house apart and is really pissed off. I am in shock that it can't be found. There are only so many places it could be. I cleaned and still didn't find it. Long story short he thinks the maintenance guys took it. I just wanna know where it went.

Speaking of maintenance guys. One of em came to fix my kitchen drawer and he creeped me out, just by asking me my name, and then asking what I was doing (making a bag) I don't want to make idle chit chat. Fix my drawer and get the hell outta here you weirdo. (he's one of the two suspect's is the missing watch case)

First of all

Is anyone is West Palm Beach and trying to call me? I don't give out my phone number unless you're a friend and I don't recognize the number. I don't believe anybody I know lives down there but it was worth a shot ;)


THE SUPERBOWL PARTY.....
Not so bad. It was just us, our hosts, and their neighbors. Just like last time we were invited. Our hostess was pissed that other people invited didn't show up or have the courtesy to decline the invitation.

We had a good time (just like last time) I like that no one else came. Since the game was such a bore we left in the 4th to get home for Grey's Anatomy. (which my sis in OH had agreed to tape and send to me, lol)

I like the wife. It's rumored she's a little nutty, but I think the neighbor influences her thought process too much (I have sat and chatted w. neighbor twice and still don't like her that much) They are the type of women that get together and husband bash, but worst of all they are VERY catty and have too much to say about other women the husbands might be looking at, or for example helping mow the lawn (host husband mowed the new neighbors lawn because her mower was broken) The wives have obvious jealousy issues. I don't think it's funny so I didn't giggle and join in. I feel bad for the husbands and it just reassured me that I wasn't wrong when I decided I didn't like most women (for this exact reason.) So I am thinking that if the neighbor wife wasn't around hostess wife not be so catty? Especially if there is no one else to join in the cattiness.

Here's the most shocking event of the evening. The neighbor dad let their 6 yr old drink beer. I'm not talking just a taste. He chugged the end of the bottle, (it was about half a cup) and then came back when daddy got a fresh one. James and I were shocked. And little James you ask? He looked at us with saucers for eyes, and then told the boy, "I don't drink beer, it's not for kids" (that's my smart boy) Some of you may not be as shocked, but I feel it's really inappropriate, especially when you are not in you're own home and around other people's children.

We came home and Grey's Anatomy ended horribly. I don't think they'll kill Meredith but her damn hand is on a freakin bomb. I love this show so much that I hate when the hour is up. I can hardly wait for next week!

Little James did not get enough sleep last night and was so grouchy this afternoon that I skipped karate. I can't deal with his moods when we're there. Mondays are always bad because we have to take James to work, so little J has no time to nap. Then he is a whiny irritating grouch at karate. I think I may skip monday classes from now on. I still take him twice during the week and can always switch out Mon for another day.

He is headed for bed now, and I am gonna finish my brown bag. I got the handles halfway done, but little J wanted to play a game, and then I took a nap.

Say Cheese

James is running around with my camera. He loves to take pictures.

Soooo how'd the farmers market trip go???? Well it took me 2.5 hours. I got lost 3 times. James' directions weren't perfect. The last few got the best of me. I turned around and tried again. and again. and again until I ended up at the zoo which is in the complete opposite direction. So as I was on 95 driving home I saw an exit for Beaver Street. I got off and now the peanuts are boiling away. After all that trouble I was not going to come home empty handed. The peanuts have been in the crock pot since last night and are really yummy.

Now it's time to clean up (since I have been working on that damn bag since 8am) and then get ready for football. And I am sooo not wanting to go. Tonight is Grey's Anatomy and I don't have Tivo or DVR. How mad am I? Mad enough that I may back out of going.

The bastard

Here's the tote I made for friend at work. It was pure hell and I ripped it apart at least 10 times. I will NEVER make one like this for ANYONE (except maybe myself, because I don't care if they aren't perfect) It was the satin lining and straps that kicked my ass. I kept screwing up. Bahhhh. But it's done and looks much better then I expected it to.

The latest unfinished tote!

Outside

Inside

Another awful house

I had two houses to look at yesterday both in the 120k range.

The first was AWFUL. It was still occupied by the owner and the place was disgusting. We walked in and walked right back out. The 2nd house was the best of all the houses I have seen. It appears to be well maintained, is on a quiet street, and has a nice size fenced back yard. I would put a bid in if we had more time. Since I have to tell the apt complex if we're staying or not, we don't have time to get a proper inspection. I don't want to rush into a house, and with the whole stupid 60 day notice to the complex we are rushing. Hopefully we will find something in the next 7 months that is just as good (and cheap)

The house wasn't perfect, so I am not devastated by not buying it. The windows would need to be replaced (they were crank windows with no screens) one of the bedrooms needs the hardwood floor refinished and the bathroom had that awful 1970's tile (except it was brown instead of pink or green) So it wasn't my dream home, but compared to the other much more expensive houses this place was a mansion!


We have a super bowl party at the GM's house(how did I get invited, I hate football and parties!) James is bringing boiled peanuts, mmmmm, and wanted me to go to the Farmer's Market for him. He forgot to tell me how to get there, and I have NO idea where it is. All I know it is that it's over by his mom's house. I guess I will have to call him and find out (just as soon as my phone charges)

We have karate this morning and then I have to go to Joann's for buttons. I swear I am in that store every day. Even when I didn't work there! James lost a button on his chef jacket and I just assumed there were extras sewn into the sleeve (like his Friday's jackets) but I was wrong. :(

I have to finish the bag for my friend at work. Did I tell you the fusible fleece mishap? The material she chose was flimsy, so we decided to use fusible fleece (iron on)to give it some shape. I had someone else get it for me (I have never used it before, but she has) and she didn't get fusible (she thought she did, it was labeled that way) So I had to be creative. I didn't want to(and couldn't) quilt the fleece to the material so I had to find another way to do it. In the end I used steam a seam fusible web in between the layers. So after that mishap I was really over making the bag. I just have to line it and make the straps, so if I actually sat down and worked it would only take 1/2 hour at the most.

Besides that I did make the blue and brown quilted bag. Oh how I love that quilted material. It's so easy to make a bag. I finished it in no time, since it didn't need interfacing or lining. I just have to finish the straps. I NEVER FINISH THE STRAPS. I have 2 bags in the closet that I made for myself but never got around to the straps. I have every intention of finishing this one because it came out really cute.

I'll go take a picture.

Oh... hey MsMoody

The cereal thing... Well I am a nut. I go months without eating something then I get a craving and eat it until I am ready to throw up if I take another bite. I am almost to that point with the cereal and then it will on to something new, lol.

It might be too good to be true

I received a listing for a house not far from where we are now and it's only $120,000. Since pictures are always deceiving I have no idea what to expect. The one I saw yesterday was SOOOO cute in the pic and then it was horrible. With this one being so cheap I have to wonder about the condition and the neighborhood. Since I really have to let the complex know what we're going to do I put in a call and an email to our RE agent, but so far I haven't been able to get in touch with her, which is strange. Maybe it wasn't meant to be ;)

In other news I have been experiencing really bad acne the last couple of months. I didn't have an acne my problem in my teens and then I was on ortho tri-cyclen, which is supposed to help acne problems. I wonder if it's my body adjusting to the lack of my BC? Or if I am just an oily dirtpuss. I have tried OTC stuff, ummm oxy and clearasil but it didn't work as well as I wanted, or maybe I didn't use it as often as I should. I bought clean and clear acne face wash and lotion. I am hoping the combo of acne med will help. I was previously using bodywash on my face and sauve lotion (hmmm could that be the culprit?)

James took a three day weekend for the wk end after Valentine's. Karate is having a parents night out from 8pm-12 on friday so we're gonna send james. It doesn't cost anymore then paying a sitter. We're gonna go out to eat and probably see a movie (I HATE going to the movie theater so I better come up with something else)

Little James has his school party on the 14th and he asked me to sign up for treat bags (oh the hell of treat bags) I am not being fancy this time around. It's all gonna be store bought and un-creative. What besides candy can I put in them. Most of the valentine goodies I have seen are aimed toward girls......

I have dishes to do. I forgot to turn on the dishwasher yesterday so they piled up last night after dinner.

OMG

The house was AWFUL. It needed alot more then "minor repairs!" I won't go into detail cuz I would be here all night.

Here's the scoop

Our renewal for this apt had to be turned in on the 31st. At that time we had decided it was best for us to go ahead and renew, as we hadn't found a house we liked. I begged for a few more days since the office was supposed to give us 15 days(they only gave us 10) Now I have found a house that seems promising, but I have to look at it without James. DAMN. It is priced right at our limit and has already been reduced by 10k, which leaves little room for negotiation (on closing costs) I don't have 5k for closing closts. Wish I did. But we also had to have $1000 binder and $500 for the appraiser (I am guessing on the $500 it may be a little less) So I had to call my dad (just for the $1500, he can't afford more.) Of course he came through, but James hates that I asked. I understand where James is coming from because even with being his daughter I felt weird asking.

The house seems perfect but their realtor told our's that they have had a lot of showings(but no offers yet) The house says that it needs minor repairs, so I am nervous that some hotshot house flipper will buy it before we can make an offer, and then that bastard will sell it for twice what he paid. Flipping is rampant in Jacksonville.

So I have an appt at 3pm. This house seems perfect from the description and picture! But looks can be deceiving. It may need a lot of repairs, so I will report back around 4pm.