What's on my mind: My self-imposed deadline to have everything done inside and out before it gets cold is November 1st and I think I will make this deadline. We're almost finished changing out rooms which took a lot more time than I anticipated but that is always the case. I took quite a bit to the thrift shop that I was finally willing to let go of for sentimental reasons. This clock is an example of something that it's time to let go of. I've had this since I was probably 7 years old. Why I still had it I'm not sure. I'm a firm believer that just because you have space doesn't mean you should keep things that you don't like and don't use.
A bit more cleaning inside and out and we will be good. I also need to make an appointment to have the gutters and the outside of the house cleaned before November.
Where I've been: Work was not pleasant this week but trying to remember my agreement with myself that I give them 8 hours of my time in exchange for money and benefits helps me keep things in prospective. Binx had his yearly checkup and rabies shot and he was such a good boy in the Jeep and at the office. He's maintaining his weight of 11 pounds which makes him the smallest cat we've ever lived with. I stopped by the farmers market for honey and a few other things. There still is a lot growing but I know we have only a few weeks left for most of it.
My favorite farmer had the most gorgeous and delicious strawberries that he grew on his farm. It is a special variety that produces in the Spring and the Fall. They are as delicious as they look.
Where I'm going: TBG has a doctor's appointment Tuesday in the city 50 minutes away that we shop in a lot so I'm going too so we can pick a few things up while we are there and have a nice lunch. Other than that, I don't have any appointments.
What I'm watching: I watched Hocus Pocus one night this week like I do every October. I also watched the new series on CNN, Tony Shalhoub Breaking Bread and really enjoyed it. We have a few series to catch up on hopefully this weekend.
What I'm reading: I started Good Husbandry by Kristin Kimbell after finishing her first book.
Roasted chicken, mashed potatoes, green beans
What made me say hmmm? I saw two different women at work this week with bizarre unusual haircuts that made me wonder who the hell is cutting their hair. One was a very short cut in the back with strands in the front that were shoulder length. The other had her hair in a ponytail and was telling the woman with her that her hair is so thick she had him hack cut the hair underneath. I don't typically judge or even really notice things like this but these haircuts both looked like Edward Scissorhands did them.
What is making me smile: Even though we're still in the 70's-80's during the day the cooler nights are enough to make me smile.
I hope everyone has a great weekend and a lovely week ahead.
Good for you for meeting those your deadline. I self impose deadlines on myself too, but it's a good thing - keeps me on track! I got rid of lots of stuff last year and had to be brutal about it. I think I need to do it again this winter.
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It feels so good to get rid of stuff. I drove the last of my mom’s clothes down to her favorite charity that’s 45 mins away for me. It was 8 winter coats (most never worn) that they wouldn’t accept until October due to space. I’m glad to know they will be used by people in need.
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