Day 86: Ants!

 

With all the crappy weather we've been having, our house is overrun by ants. those little, tiny motherhumpers that you can hardly see, but can't get rid of them. Not are their only an abundance of ants, but the flies and spider have really increased in numbers. All trying to get out of the weather. My mum always says that having ants as we do is a sign we're going to be in for a shit-ton of rain.

So you guessed it, today I'm going around the house and spraying everywhere, especially the window ledges and the doorways. Anywhere these little buggers can come in. Another job that is best done while everyone is either at work or school.

Until tomorrow; remember: Life is just a series of obstacles preventing us from reading books.

Day 85: Family... Gotta Love Them

 

How can you say mad at the grandkids when they look at you after they have done something wrong and tell you that they love you. Or that the reason they are driving you bonkers is because you are their Mar-Mar and they just live you so much.

At least today they are all at school and I can get the floors mopped without them leaving little footprints everywhere because they just walked over my nice clean-and still damp floors.

I'm also back on the computer today; doing a bit here and there. Still just trying to get things decluttered and organised. Though, I swear to God that the computer changes things on me every time I shut down for the day. Takes me forever to find things sometimes.

Seriously though I'm tired of folding up the washing and everyone just chucking it into drawers and baskets... or leave it sitting out until they wear it again. I blame my daughter for this because it's a learned behaviour.

Until tomorrow; remember: Karma takes care of those who have done us wrong.

Day 84: Grocery Day

Today I am hoping like hell that the groceries are not going to cost us a fortune. It seems like every week that they go up and up, and there seems to be less and less in the store.

At least the pantry is now clean, and we (I) can easily put everything away. it drives me bonkers when everyone just shoves it in anywhere.

Today is also deep cleaning the shower day. I'm having a hard time getting the soap marks off the floor. Because Hurricane is allergic to scented soap, we use Sunlight soap, and sadly it is leaving a white residue on my brown tiled floor

Until tomorrow; remember: Psst, my cat says you are a little B*tch

Day 83: Freaking Hell

 

This little fluffernutter is Robson (Robby) he may look all cute and adorable, but don't let the cuteness fool you. he is one humongous pain in the arse. He's taken to getting on my little computer table and taking it over while I'm trying to get shit done... and if I don't pay him enough attention - he mock bites me until I stop everything and pat him.

I've still been going through all my partial stories and writing down character names... then I'm looking for picture of random people to see how I picture them in my mind.

Today I'm also finishing off the girl's bedroom. I don't understand how they can mess it up so fast, especially when they are at school 3 - 5 days a week. Yes I know they are only 4 & 5 years old, but dang they create a lot of havoc.

Also washing today and hanging it on the airers on the patio = better to be safe than sorry and it getting rained on. I know I could use the dryer but why waste the power. the sun when it's out does a better job and the clothes smell better.

Until tomorrow, remember: Don't forget what a fabulous little weirdo you are - and always will be.

Day 82: Damn Weather

 

This is what our sky has looked like for the few days. there has also been thunder and rain, so it has made doing outdoor very difficult. I'm hoping today they just stay as clouds so I can at least attempt to mow the yards... and poison the parts that need it.

Weighed in 104.9kg- the good news is I didn't gain any weight.

Had a huge huntsman spider in my room last night. I know we shouldn't kill them, but dang it when you're terrified of them a whole can of spray is allowed to be used.

Today I have to reclean the dining room and the 2nd loungeroom because no seems to know how to put anything away. It drives me absolutely nuts. I also need to buy two over the door hangers so I can dismantle a mirror and make it so it can hang over a door. I did have two hangers, but no one knows where they went; hence the reason I have buy new ones.

Until tomorrow, remember: When killing them with kindness doesn't work, try a baseball bat... results may vary.

Day 81: Soundtrack Sunday

 

Until tomorrow, remember:

Music is food for the soul.

Day 80: Chore Day Again

 

Today I am going to get the three girls to clean up their rooms. I like to get it all sorted out... also be a good time to declutter the toys and clothes.

I'm also going to do the washing to get ready for school again on Monday... I'll also make sure that my daughter goes through both cars looking for any and all socks... Two months since school started and all the socks are missing again. 

Today I'm also going to think of a better set up for the cupboards above the stove and wall oven. They are what would be described at our junk drawer... we have all the things in them that we don't want the kids to be able to touch. I've ordered some better storage solutions.

I also need to check the tanks to see if they need switching back to town water. I had someone show me how to do it... 

Until tomorrow, remember: When life gives you lemons... it's time to cook fish. because not everyone likes lemonade.

Day 79: Holy Hell

 

I woke up feeling like this today. Last night I couldn't get my brain to shut off. So, every time I dozed off, it was like my brain would come up with something else for me to ponder on.

Coffee is not happening... not at all.

School camp gets back today. Hopefully she had a good time. I suppose I will find out when Graceful gets home.

I worked more on typing up all the synopsis. keep them all in a file so I can easily find them again when/if I want to work on them. Because it drove me nuts when I couldn't find them.

I also had to spend time with Monsoon and Hurricane doing Where's Wally... Monsoon has eagle eyes; she's way faster at finding stuff than I am.

Until tomorrow, remember: Where's Wally can be come addictive... Trust me I know from experience.

Day 78: Parcel Day

This is what I'm hoping turns up today... the kids new trampoline. they need a new one because the current one is too small for all three of them to jump on at once. Don't get me wrong they still do it, but needless to say one of them will come off crying and hurt... but then no more than 10 minutes later they are all back out there jumping like crazy again. Mind you, I'm not looking forward to having to put the thing together.

I've also been back in the kitchen rearranging everything. Trying to get the pantry to a place that I'm happy with it. Where it's easier for me to find stuff when I need it.

Well, I started in the pantry and then moved onto the pot/frying pan pantry. then it was the drawers... I got some organisers to hold all of the cooking utensils... trays that I can separate everything into the correct categories... Now I have to make sure everyone else keeps it neat and tidy.

Until tomorrow, remember: If you use it, you batter damn well put it back where it belongs; or start running if I have to go looking for it.

 

Day 77: Off To Camp

Today was an early start. Graceful had to be at school just after 7am. to get organized to go on the bus. There'll probably be tears galore. Meanwhile I'm at home getting Hurricane and Monsoon up and ready for school at the normal time.

Today I'm also trying to get a bit of work done one my computer.  Easier to do when I don't have Monsoon here serenading me... or annoying the heck out of me because she's starving every ten minutes. Which is what happened to me yesterday.

I'm still looking for character pictures... and typing up any and all synopsis that I've found so I don't lose them again.

I'm also catching up on the washing. I hate having it build up.

Until tomorrow, remember: Some days you just need to stop and take a moment to reset yourself.

 

Day 76: Another Hot One

 

Even though it's all overcast... it seems as hot as hell. It's not helping that menopause is kicking my arse, and I've been having hot flushes all day long.

I made a mistake of introducing my granddaughters to Where's Wally... I have all the books from when my daughter was young. So now any spare minute I have... I'm doing the books all over again, and Wally and his friends are still freaking hard to find.

Did the last bit of shopping before Graceful heads off to school camp. I also got myself a decent pair of jeans from the local op-shop for only $8.50. Nice thick denim... unlike all my other ones that seem to be thinner denim.

It's almost too hot to concentrate enough to get anything done. I've been waiting all day for a parcel to arrive... It looks like it might turn up tomorrow; as it's past quitting time for most people. It's the last part of Gracefuls birthday present.

Until tomorrow, remember: Don't try and conform ~ when you are clearly meant to stand out and shine.

Day 75: I Found Them

 

I finally finished going through all my scraps of papers, and I found the missing synopsis... I knew I wouldn't have thrown them out. The smile when I found them was kind of like this cat. I'm still smiling when I think about it

I also got around to finishing the garage. just got it all rearranged, and then my ex-son in law decided he wanted something out of the garage. He built it so he can take it... and it will even clear up a bit more space.

I now have to sit down and find pictures that fit how I imagine the characters to look like. Doing this makes me motivated to try and start writing again.

Bad news is I'll never try and completely rearrange the garage again while it's so freaking hot. I have sweat rash in places that I shouldn't have it. And now my back is hurting like a bitch; and my head is pounding.

Until tomorrow remember: If at first you can't find it ~ just keep looking.

Day 74: Soundtrack Sunday

 

Until tomorrow, remember:

Don't care what anyone thinks.

be happy dancing to your own beat.

Day 73: Today I

 

Today I'm going to sit down with a clean book, and work on some of the storage problems around the house... see if I can come up with solutions for each one, and how much it's going to cost me... because I always like to know how much and how long it's going to take me to save up and get each thing. It also dictates in what order I buy and do the things I want. Mainly it's all about storage solutions... With three adults and three kids in a house we have a lot of stuff.

Hurricane and Monsoon have swimming lessons. Gracefuls was yesterday arvo. So, I'll have to wash all the wet stuff when they get home. Hopefully they don't take forever to dry. As I hate using the dryer; I think they use too much power.

Today I'm also cleaning out under my bed, because the kids and the cats have made a mess under there, mainly Hurricane and Monsoon. They seem to think under my bed is their own personal cubby house.

Until tomorrow, remember: Smile... just because it makes people wonder what you're up to

Day 72: Pot Cleaning Day

 

Today while everyone is at work/school/kindy... I'm going to tackle the job of getting the pot and frying pan bottoms clean. It'll probably take me all day. I'll do them in batches so that I'm not standing on my feet for so long and sweating up a storm. Seeing as it is so damn humid.

In between time I'm still cleaning up bits and pieces... I'm still thinking of ways to change up the garage. I'm tired of not being able to reach things on the shelves when I need them.

My back is a little tender today, just below the divot in my back. Too much bending. Hence the reason I'm doing all my chores in bits and pieces so that I don't turn my little niggle into something worse.

If I have time, I'll try and get a bit more done on my story sorting project. It doesn't seem like I'm getting anywhere, but I know that I am, even if it is just character naming etc at this time. But I know if and when I'm ready to get back to writing I will be ready.

Until tomorrow, remember: Sometimes it's good to take care of yourself instead of everyone else.

Day 71: Chore Day

 

Today while all the kiddos are at school/kindy I'm going to catch up on all the little chores I couldn't get done while all the kids were home sick. I'm just lucky we have enough airers (6) that I can still hang out a couple of loads of washing.

Today I'm also cleaning the washing machine and laundry again. I don't know why that room always seems to have a smell, and I don't know why. I know right now because it has been raining for nearly a week.

I would love it if I could be one of those people, who could sit on a porch while it's raining. snuggled up with a good book, a blanket and a nice cup of coffee. Sadly, my reality is, when it rains. The patio doesn't stay dry; and my beautiful grandbabies wouldn't leave me alone while I was trying to get my me time happening. So instead of enjoying myself. I'll just work on the chores that need doing.

Until tomorrow, remember: Sometimes you just gotta get it done.

Day 70: Septic and Shopping

Today is septic service day. I pity the poor guy that has to get down there to the septic tank; due to all the rain I haven't gotten the grass cut down, and I know the guy will turn up before we even have the kids breakfast finished.

I'm trying to come up with new storage options in our pantry. The way we have it set out now just isn't working for me. I need to fix it. I like being able to see what's in the pantry. At the moment, everything is stacked on top of each other. So definitely not the best.

Still working on sorting through all my semi done stories. I still haven't found the two I actually first started looking for, which is a bit of a bummer. So for now, I'm going to put them out of my mind and concentrate on the ones I did find.

Until tomorrow, remember: Sometimes it's okay to give up & try again tomorrow.

Day 69: Doctors & School

 

Graceful has doctors today, and then her and Hurricane are back at school. Which is good because I don't think I could handle another day of them being home sick.

Also going through and writing up the grocery list for shopping tomorrow. making sure I don't forget anything... or, stock up on stuff that I have ten-ton of. Something I am very guilty of doing every shopping day.

I worked a bit more on sorting out Hayden Falls. As I'm re-reading through them, I'm writing down characters and how they are all connected to each other. I need it on hand, because I need to know who belongs to what family and where they all work. The reason I'm doing this is because that in the two stories related to Haydn falls in each story same characters; but some of them I changed names or other details about them... and in one family I had an extra brother... I need to know this shit.

Until tomorrow, remember: It's okay to write shit down ~ our memories aren't as good as we think.

Day 68: Character Building

 

Today I'm character finding for two of my stories that I didn't even realize crossed over until I re-read them. So now they became two stories in a series (Hayden Falls). I have no clue who any of the pictures are of... but they just caught my eye for characters... This beautiful woman is my Nikki; one of my main characters... she is actually the first person I found and wrote the character around her looks.

I weighed in today 104.7kg.

It's raining today... supposed to rain all week. I love the rain, but it gets annoying when I need to get stuff done outside... like whipper snip around the septic tank... which I need to get done in the next three days.

I've been watching Home Town. I love Ben & Erin. They make everything look good. sometimes I'd use different colours or tiles, but hey... that's just me. I don't like anything if it looks too busy.

Graceful and Hurricane are both home sick for school. Driving me nuts because they are getting on each other's nerves and whining/fighting a lot. Then Hurricane and Monsoon, snuck out and got on the trampoline in the rain; and couldn't work out why me and their mum was cranky at them.

Until tomorrow, remember: Life is what you make it ~ just remember to do your best.

Day 67: Soundtrack Sunday (My Era)

 

Until tomorrow, remember:

Success is not final ~ Failure is not fatal.

It's the courage to continue that counts.