Park models bill themselves as a type of home that you can retire in. They do look super cute to me. They remind me a bit of the type of homes I think I’ve seen on shows that talk about downsizing your life. If you’re hoping to get out from under a huge mortgage, this might be the way to go.
Not a Shipping Container
May 8th, 2012 by AdminMy New Favorite Site
May 8th, 2012 by AdminI discovered Pintrest. I didn’t realize you could get an account with them because I never thought that I might want to pin something. Thank goodness there are people out there who actually do want to do that. I reap all the benefits – including several new recopies and a few ideas for summer projects!
Hide A Computer
May 4th, 2012 by AdminMy mom was recently in the hospital getting her hip replaced so I got to see a new wing of the place. Usually I just see the OB ward – I think you can figure out why. They have these really cool hide-a-computer closets. (You can see some at Howard-Medical.com computer cabinet.) But I think they would be a great way to tuck a computer away at home. Especially if you have limited space and have to have your living room or bedroom double as your office space.
Polite Crud
May 4th, 2012 by AdminYikes – the muck at the bottom of my pool has really gotten gross. I tried vaccuuming today and only made it a third of the way through before I had to backflush. The weird thing is that the water is crystal clear. Usually when I get this kind of muck it pretty much gets everywhere but this time it’s politly sticking to the sides waiting for me to suck it up.
I like this crud a lot more than last year’s crud!
Not Really a Sacrifice
May 4th, 2012 by AdminIf I had my way, my interior would include a water feature like wall fountains. As long as I only hear the sound of the water falling and not the sound of the motor humming, I think it would be very relaxing. They come in a lot of different designs that I like so I imagine that picking my favorite might be difficult but I’m willing to make that sacrifice.
Yummy
May 4th, 2012 by AdminI’m here blogging and my wonderful live in chef (aka my better half) is making me some fried ravioli. I starved myself in a most unhealthful way all day so that my stomach would be empty for this culinary delight! I survived on only pepperoni, grape sized tomatoes and tons of diet Mountain Dew. Now I’m jittery but still hungry and am very much looking forward to a late dinner.
Aren’t you jealous?
Pedal Harder
May 4th, 2012 by AdminA great gift for your musically inclined friend is a maxon. Having the pedal that you want is a great thing – going without a pedal at all is a rotten thing. If you don’t know what a pedal is or you think it is only a thing on a bike, I invite you to do some research and gain a little insight into the world of musical accessories.
It’s Here!
May 4th, 2012 by AdminMy oldest has just returned from his first ever overnight trip without relatives along. He and his entire 5th grade spend 4 days in the woods, camping. The siblings missed him, the parents missed him, the extended family has inquired about his return.
His first words to me upon seeing me were ones I will hold dear forever:
“Where’ve you been?!”
Oh adolescence, I have so long awaited your arrival!
Florida!
May 4th, 2012 by AdminI’ve been to Florida just twice in my life and both times it was to visit DisneyWorld. I hear there are other things to do, like visit the wonderful beaches. I’ve always stayed in hotels in Orlando or very nearby because I want to be as close as possible to all my Disney fun! Or as close as possible to my Sea World fun!
Really, is there anything else in Florida?
The Post is SOOO 30 Seconds Ago
May 4th, 2012 by AdminWith all they hype surrounding the ‘appearance’ of Tupac last month at that famous concert that I’d never heard of before, I’m beginning to think we’re seeing the end of the live performance. Why be there when you can have your hologram take your place? Performers won’t make mistakes (unless they decide to include them on purpose) and that also means the end of the ‘wardrobe malfunction ala Janet Jackson, though not ala Kanye.
I’m being so hip and with it, I better stop.
Comfort for the Home?
May 4th, 2012 by AdminIf I had known how affordable church chairs are, I would have bought some as furniture long ago. Granted the prices I see are for 100 chairs, but maybe I can just buy them anyway and try to convince people that these would look good in their houses, too. They’re comfortable AND affordable (in large quantities).
Off to see how much they cost individually.
Turns Out, I’m Spoiled
May 4th, 2012 by AdminI haven’t been to the movies lately and I haven’t been playing board games either. The bulb has burned out on the projector and my Playstation isn’t working. The DVD player is on the fritz and I cancelled my cell phone service because it was getting too expensive. All I have left is my Nook.
Oh, what to do about my first world problems.
The Last Coat I Ever Loved
May 4th, 2012 by AdminMy sister-in-law might know something about leather dyeing but since she’s so far away AND about to graduate (yay!) I have to look this sort of information up on the internet.
Once upon a time I had a beautiful green leather coat. I know it sounds ugly, but it was wonderful enough for someone to steal it so I know I’m not the only one who liked the look. It was a forest green and it was wonderful. I miss my coat.
What’s In This?
May 4th, 2012 by AdminI just went to one of those permanent farmers markets and accidentally made eye contact with someone giving out samples. Happily, I liked the stuff she was selling and it was cheap. I’m such a soft touch – it’s horrible. My only defense is not making eye contact. If they can manage to get past that, it would be hard for them to NOT get me to buy what they’re hawking.
In any case, I’ve now tried eggplant. It was mixed in with so much other stuff I still don’t know what it tastes like.
Shades
May 4th, 2012 by AdminI’ve been looking for a nice way to cover up my windows. I can’t stand blinds – the dust drives me mad. For the first 10 years that they’re up, I just let the dust gather and then I cave and try to get it off. All that does is leave me with a bunch of black spots all over them. Why, oh why are these things almost always white?
When I finally get the redecorating money together that I’ll need, I’m considering Bamboo shades. They don’t look like I can break them as easily as I do my vertical blinds and they look a lot prettier when pulled up than my horizontal blinds do. And the color will hide any dust that might collect. Wins all around!
Where I’ve been.
May 2nd, 2012 by AdminHere’s my map of the states I’ve visited. This doesn’t include layovers for changing planes which I usually include in my list.
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Pool Side
March 22nd, 2012 by AdminI’m pretty sure that when you want to get REALLY comfortable out by the pool, you need a zero gravity recliner. It would be a great way to lay out and soak up the sun (using the appropriate SPF sunscreen of course) and also a great way to just sit and read a book. Look for one that has the extras that you want like a drink holder or a sunscreen.
Pumps
March 22nd, 2012 by AdminNo I’m not talking about shoes, although that could be nice. I’m talking about the kind o fpump that moves things from one place to the other. Pretty much always liquids. You know what these things are. I might be in the market for goulds pumps soon because I need to drain my pool and I don’t think I’ll be able to siphon that all off with just a hose in a reasonable amount of time.
Spring Has Sprung
March 22nd, 2012 by AdminI’m going mad because I haven’t been able to really enjoy the great weather we’re having. I’ve been pent up behind a window that looks out on the beauty but keeps me away from it. There’s also the computer screen that’s between me and the window, so it’s not like it’s the window’s fault. I do, however, get to spend a ton of time in my car. Which gets too hot in this weather. Don’t tell me to roll down the windows. I can’t explain it, but it seems to make my eardrums flap. Happily, it does not have the same effect on my ears.
Wonderful
February 25th, 2012 by AdminWill the wonderful uses for the internet never end. Aside from the fact that I cannot find Michigan Cherries anywhere on it, you can pretty much get whatever you want or need here. Kaufmann fabrics are on the internet. I didn’t even realize until recently that you could get brand name fabrics, let alone that you can get them on the internet!