March 6, 2012
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Certain things always make me smile and make me feel good when I see them. No, I'm not talking about Brad Pitt. I saw someone carrying a balloon bouquet across the grocery store parking lot and it just perked me up. I may need to get myself one one of these days-just for the fun of it.
Speaking of Brad Pitt, I'm trying to find a new kitchen trash can. What does one have to do with the other you may be asking? (Or have I just gone off my rocker again.) My trashcan is next to my cabinet-its one of the tall ones and normal sized. A couple of months ago at Target, I saw a tall kitchen trashcan that was skinny. It was perfect! But I did one of those "I'll wait a couple of weeks and then I'll get it". Naturally, they didn't have them anymore. So I've started the Great Quest for the Perfect Kitchen Trashcan. Don't know how many stores I've hit. Found one I could live with, but IT WAS $70!! Then I went on-line. I don't shop on-line, but decided to make an exception. Found the perfect trashcan. It would be a joy to put stuff in it and empty it. I really loved this thing. The price? $500!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! After I got over the initial shock that someone would actually pay that much for a trashcan, I decided that I would pay that much if Mr. Pitt would empty it for me on a daily basis. So to heck with finding the perfect man, I just want the perfect trashcan for no more than $25.
Hey, a girl can dream.
Was rereading my journal where I pour my heart out and write about everything. I haven't read it since I started keeping it at the end of August. I don't keep my journals once they are full. But this one is a keeper. I wrote about the joy of the first night of sleeping in my bed again instead of the hospital bed out in the livingroom. How, if I had to use a bed pan, I was going to call it the royal chamber pot which cracked the boys up. The first time the boys loaded me in the wheelchair to take me for a ride so I could just get out of the house after 3 months, and feeling the sun on my face again. And the first time I was able to wash my hair-all by myself! The frustration of having to deal with the ex-husband while going through everything. Knowing I wouldn't make it past 9/30 (according to the doctors), so I started cleaning out as much of the house as I could in my wheelchair so the boys wouldn't have to deal with that. A few of the wonderful hospice people who worked with me and I really do miss. How the boys took me out to my favorite restaurant on 11/10 to celebrate me officially being released from hospice care. I guess all this is coming up because I have a doctor appointment tomorrow. Find out the results of the scan I had last month. I'm really nervous about it. Afraid she will say I have to go back in the hospital for all kinds of tests and proceedures. Logically, I know that's not going to happen. I know I'm so much better. Whenever I want to see a miracle, I look in the mirror. Matt knows I'm very freaked out about it. He is being super supportive right now. Took me out for breakfast this morning. I haven't told Sam yet. I'm really trying not to make a big deal out of it. But I will be a much happier camper tomorrow after 10:30.
Okay, can't deal with anymore serious stuff right now.
Finished all the "Hunger Games" books and loved them! The author is very happy with the adaptation. I love seeing the commercials on tv and the still photos on line, because I immediately recognize which part of the book they are from. So excited for that movie!
Since my Target now has groceries, I do most of my grocery shopping there. And you know what else they have? A baby section! I bought Tristan 2 gowns, 3 hats, and a blanket today. All with dinosaurs on them-Matt has always loved dinosaurs since he was young. I also found some yarn at the local craft store to start a blanket for Tristan-its kind of this chanielle stuff and super soft. Also very lightweight because when he makes his appearance in August, it will definitely be on the warm side. My hands are feeling so much better so I'm going to start crocheting tonight.
Finished season 2 of "Downton Abbey"-so darned good! Going to watch "GCB" on the computer this afternoon-feel that is going to become one of my guilty pleasures. I love children's movies and Disneyland and blowing bubbles. But, at times, I swear like a sailor. I also listen to inappropriate rap music and enjoy a high body count in a Quentin Tarantino movie. But then, typical me, went to buy the GCB book last week. Asked the lady if they had it. She said, "what book?" I leaned across the counter and whispered, "Good Christian Bitches". She started laughing at me....and said she'd call me this week when the book came in.
Oh, and the rock star flew in last night. Five days in Rhode Island. He got to see it snow and learn to talk with a New England accent. I have heard some of the tales of his adventures, but also know they are being edited because there is just some stuff you don't tell your mom. But its good to have Sam home. His Maine Coon cat, Leon, always takes a vow of silence whenever Sam takes off. He is quite the conversationalist-except when Sam travels. Was nice to hear him yelling at Sam this morning.
I think its time to make cupcakes....just because.
Comments (3)
i've learned to never put off till later when i see something i'd like to buy -- it's never there when you go back ... & why is it when you decide you need something -- it's either impossible to find or ridiculously priced? hope the results of the scan are what you want to hear -- take care.
I think it is a great idea to keep your journal! Imagine what an inspiration that could be to someone else at some point...if, of course, you were ever inclined to share. Either way, it's very cool.
I need a new trash can too. But first, A KITCHEN TABLE. I am determined.
500 for a trash can??? who are these people?? what a colossal waste of money! lol I can't imagine! How did the Doctor's appt go??? I hope you got some good news. Look how far you've come and how much you've accomplished over the past few months - you're truly an inspiring woman:)
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