Birthdays

I haven't written on this blog for awhile.  Reggie has a bad cold, the one that's been going around, so I won't be seeing much of him.  Star's computer is in the shop, hopefully she will get it back today.  Jed is coming over later today to play on the computer.  I'm making my brother a decoupaged photo on wood for his birthday in October.  The kitties will be 10 years old, Oct.1st.  That's Reggie's birthday too.  He is vain about his age, but I found out how old he is anyway.  Hee hee! 

I have homework today for I Ching 1.  I'm avoiding doing it by blogging.  And starting new craft projects. *sigh*  I may have to drop the Counseling class because of the workload for I Ching.  We'll see.  That class doesn't start for a couple weeks anyway.  I have a lot of energy today.  That's good because the night before last I didn't sleep at all.  And I got sick. :(   I only got about 5 hours sleep yesterday.  But I slept good last night.  These are a few of my favorite things:  printers, social networking sites, grad school, crafts, birthdays.  Just thought I'd let you know!

Getting Older

I had a birthday and a birthday party since I last wrote.  It went well.  I'm having another party tomorrow night minus the guests of honor who can't make it.  *sigh*  I feel at loose ends lately.  You ever have the feeling that nothing is going your way.  When it actually is?  Like I got invited to go to a rock concert and I keep thinking, "what a hassle!"  I must be getting old.  Like I said I had a birthday. 

Doing homework is part of my Happiness Project for the month of September.  School doesn't officially start for awhile, but I wanted to get in the groove.  My productivity has gone up, since I started that. For the month of September the subject is School.  Last month it was Spirituality, before that it was Energy. Not real sure if I'm happier.  Well, I was sick with a cold for a couple weeks in August.  That would take the wind out of anyone's sails. I guess I'm not real happy today.  I'm waiting for a phone call.  I'm wondering if the party tomorrow will even happen.  Maybe it will be just me and the spaghetti, salad, and cheesy bread.  Hee hee!  I'm not doing goal-setting anymore, just the Happiness Project. 

Jean Jeanie gave me a crystal rock candleholder thingy and Star gave me a bunch of stuff, one of which is a homemade blanket.  So pretty and soft and snuggly!  The candle is on the kitchen table, lit. My kitties are inside, it's raining today.  I'm hungry!  I might have dinner early.  All for now.

A Going to Town Day

I make so many decisions according to how I feel, from what I wear to what I do. I haven't been wearing makeup lately or zip-up pants. Well, I did today because I had an appointment. I guess normal changes from year to year or season to season. I know since I've gained some weight I haven't felt as good about myself. I have all these jeans in my closet that are too small. Lame! I'm actually feeling better today, probably because I got out of the house for more than going to the PO and put on makeup and jeans, etc. I've been thinking way too much about my situation. I'm gonna have to move one of these days and find an apartment that takes kitties, not in that order. :) My dishwasher is broken too. So I actually washed some dishes by hand today. I'm kind of spoiled. I like to be as comfortable as possible on my fixed income. Maybe it's my Mars in the 4th house, but I tend to do a lot of stuff at home, plus decorating. Not into housework though, that gene didn't get passed along, the cleanfreak gene.

Today was a going to town, shopping and appointment type day. My mom always has to go like 8 places, only 6 today. Still, when I got home I took a nap. Muy exhausted. I live in the boonies, so the nearest "big" town is 20 miles away. It's always a trek, whenever we head for civilization. I live in a town without even one stoplight. We have a roundabout now though. Oh my! Lots of wildlife though. One of my cats killed a baby mole the other day. Poor little thing. It was left at the bottom of the steps by one of the kitties. The thing about days like today is I have no energy for anything else. I did do a little embroidery. My brother, Jed, was here for a couple hours using my computer. He mostly just reads news stories, weird news, or watches kitty videos. We visit. I do housework. It's nice having him over, most of the time.

I suppose I should say something about school. Mmmmmm... I think I'm too serious about school. It's one of the ways I motivate myself, like it's life or death if I turn my homework in on time. I need new ways to motivate myself, I guess. Have to work on that. All for now! bye

Computer Hell--Another Level

Still having computer problems, but I'm seeing the light at the end of the proverbial tunnel. Tip: if you are having computer problems but can still do a search, search for the problem. You can get some good results that way.

Had Chinese with Mom today, this spicy chow mein. Pretty good. I still have leftovers. Talked to Star a little today, but I had to pee, so was kinda short with her. She is into her own transformation right now, like a former caterpillar, now looking for her wings. I miss her. I can't call her up or even email her. Weird! I made a couple Valentines today and mailed one off. Mom made about 8. They were so cute! She loves holidays. I'm partial to them too. All of them. We are having a nice dinner next Sunday and even invited a guest. A party of special magnificence. :)

My online college is now offering an MFA. You don't know how tempting that is. But I am signed up for 4 programs already. Maybe someday. I'm kind of worried about Dean Dharma, she is having some health issues. I guess they are more chronic than critical, but still. I've learned tons already. I'm not kidding. I'm listening to Erasure videos. I was watching them and crocheting, but then I decided to tackle the computer again. The kitties are being really quiet. They are both napping. I guess that's it for tonight. Bye!

Crafts

Well, I haven't been getting any homework done for school and I'm tired of blaming other people for that. I'm over it. Over and done with! I think tonight I will at least do a meditation. I've been stressing, but there's no easy way out. Of my life that is. :)

I went to the Quilt Shop today and bought some embroidery floss to make coasters with. These are St.Pat's coasters for Star. It should be a lot of fun making them. I finished my first floursack towel a few days ago, the lemon one, fruit-themed. They are for my mom, but the lady in the shop said no one hardly ever showed her anything they made with what they bought there, so I'm gonna bring in the towels when I'm done. I didn't work on either of those projects today, but I did crochet a little today. The crocheting is on a afghan in fall colors, orange and brown. I think I'm over making jewelry, but I will probably pick it up again later.

I took two naps today, but every time I was about to drop off it was time to go somewhere. So I'm pretty tired today. The housework is piling up. At least I got a load of dishes in the dishwasher tonight. The kitties are both sleeping on the couch. They look so sweet! Little devils, they are sometimes. LOL! Tomorrow, me and Mom and Star are going grocery shopping. All for now!