Saturday

PhotoHunt

The theme for this week is I love______________

The one and only Sam Elliot



The sexy, wonderful Tom Selleck







And the ageless, totally cool Robert Duvall



Girls night out last night was so much fun. We laughed and chatted and gossiped. We decided that the next get together will be to get a psychic reading.

We have made plans for next Sunday to have dinner with Debbie and Pat. I am looking forward to that.

I am truly going to enjoy my 3 day weekend!

Today Lorna is coming over to teach me how to make beaded braceletts. She called to confirm yesterday. So alot of dusting, sweeping and puttting away will be going on before she gets here.

Friday

Friday Feast One Hundred and Sixty Nine



Appetizer
What was your first “real” job?

I was a long distance telephone operator for Pacific Bell in Sunnyvale, CA.

Soup
Where would you go if you wanted to spark your creativity?

Several places come to mind, but, first Joann's Fabrics and Crafts. Then Michael's Crafts and then to Pacific Crescent Quilting My favorite motto has always been the one who dies with the most craft supplies and fabric stash WINS!

Salad
Complete this sentence: I am embarrassed when…

when I think of how I squandered my inheritance.


Main Course
What values did your parents instill in you?

A good work ethic and a strong sense of right and wrong.

Dessert
Name 3 fads from your teenage years.

This is really dating me. Mini skirts, Peace marches/hippie-San Francisco culture of Haight/Ashbury and platform shoes are the first things I can think of.

Thursday

The day went by pretty smoothly. No really bad calls where I wanted to bang my head on the desk and scream Why Me?

After work I had to go and buy gas. I was running on fumes. I wish every republican voter when they gas up their cars just kicks themselves in the ass! Even with my Safeway 10 cent discount I had to pay $3.07 per gallon.

I went to Bath & Body but they were out of the twisted peppermint lotion. So off I went to Northtown to try the Bath & Body store there. I bought two lotions for anniversary gifts and the twisted peppermint shampoo for me. I drove over to the Accupuncture place on Northwest Blvd. I sort of figured out that she mostly does animals. So tomorrow I will contact the 2 other accupuncture places.

I didn't feel like cooking, so, I stopped at KFC for the leg & thigh special. That gives us dinner tonight, M's lunch for tomorrow and dinner for him for tomorrow night.

Thirteen Things about Saoirse My favorite Shopping Places 1…. C. J. Banks This is my favorite place to shop for upscale clothes. They have unique styles and excellent sales. I especially like that they wrap your purchases in tissue and always give you a shopping bag. 2. Claires - I am an earring freak. 3. Icing - I love to shop for earrings here too. 4. Borders Books and Music - Great selection. I can spend hours looking at everything. They have a great coffee stand there too. 5. Target - They have lots of fun stuff. I buy alot of gifts there. 6. Circuit City - I buy most of our electronics here. 7. Linens and Things - I could go crazy here. I want every kitchen gadget I see. Great place to buy candles and wedding gifts. 8. Bath and Body Love lotions and potions. I look forward to new smells for every season. 9. Costco - We call it the $200 store. I cannot get out of there until you have at least $200 or more of stuff in the cart. 10. Cost Plus World Market Terrific imported items. I can find everything from accessories, dishware, exotic foods, wines and jewelry. 11. Joann's Fabrics - Sewing and crafts - I believe the one who dies with the most craft supplies and fabric WINS! 12. Value Village - Especially for their 1/2 sale days. 13. Walmart - If you need it - they have it. Links to other Thursday Thirteens! 1. (leave your link in comments, I’ll add you here!)

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Tuesday

The first part of today was like Hell. I either could not hear them, could not understand them or could not for the life of me figure out how to solve their issue. I had a headache and a back ache. I finally took 2 aspirin and started to feel better around 11:00.

I stopped at the store and got the few things I needed for the stir fry. My Zooba selection came today. I had ordered the book, Love From Baghdad, about a soldier who adopts a stray dog and smuggles him back to the US. I know M will love this book. I went to the library and returned most of the books I had checked out last time. This visit I checked out some books about Spokane history. I also drove out to Post Net and picked up my bracelet I had ordered last weekend.

I called Comcast and changed our service to the platinum package, along with the phone service. No more qwest and i get to keep my same phone number. They are coming next Monday to do the installation. We will have all the channels again. More to choose from.

The stir fry turned out so good. It had shrimp, mushrooms, onion, snow peas, mandarin oranges and garlic and slivered almonds. Tangy and a little sweet. I hope M will like it when he gets home.

It was bright and sunny today. On the cool side. Rain is coming later in the week.

Monday

We are in for a cold and wet week up here in Spokane. Makes my mind think of stews and soups. I hope everyone has a great week with alot of meals made up of warm comfort foods.

Monday - Beef Stew and cornbread

Tuesday - Garlic Almond Shrimp, White Rice and hot tea

Wednesday - Smoked Sausage Primavera

Thursday - Pizza Sandwiches

Friday - Girls Night Out to Azteca Mexican Restaurant

Saturday - Minute Steaks, Mashed Potatoes, Creamed Onions, Green Beans

Sunday - Cha Cha Pork Chops, Green Salad with homemade ranch dressing, Sweet Potatoes

Big wind storm outside. I hope my trees and house survive. Last year we had quite a few wind storms. I hope we do not repeat those this year. We need to replace our garage roof.

Work was very busy today. I didn't think it was going to be so busy being a holiday and all. No really bad calls today. Joanna and Melissa are still on for Friday's Girls Night Out. I am looking forward to that.

No mail today because of the holiday. I still have not received the patterns I sent for. It's been quite awhile and I'm starting to get a little worried. If I do not get them by tomorrow I'm going to send her an email and see if she has shipped or mailed them yet.

Sunday

Happy Veterans Day.


It's been a great weekend. Yesterday I went to 2 craft shows. One was at SCC. Saw Lorna. We made plans for her to come over next Saturday so we can do the bead thing we talked about. Did not see anything at the craft shows that was unique or different.

Today we stayed around home all day. I did laundry. I made beef stew and it was the perfect meal to have on a cold and breezy fall day. They say we may even have some snow this week. We watched the movie, Wild Hogs. It was so funny. What a great cast!

This weekend just flew by so fast. I can't believe I already have to go back to work tomorrow.

Saturday

PhotoHunt

This week's theme is Flexible. First thing that comes to mind is yoga.

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Friday

Feast One Hundred and Sixty Eight



Appetizer

Which snack do you like to get when you go to the movies?

I love a big ol' tub of buttery salty popcorn. Before I knew I was diabetic I liked getting a box of Goobers. Now I just stick with the popcorn.

Soup
What year did you start using the internet?

We started back in 1993. It was dialup and we had to use a phone number that was long distance. And it was sooooo s-l-o-w! Not very many sites were available back then. We are so spoiled now with our wireless laptops and cable modem. We are definitely light years from where we began.

Salad
What is your first name in Pig Latin? (Here’s how to speak it if you don’t already know!)

indalay

Main Course
Name something you are picky about.

I am so picky when it comes to how my shampoo smells. I like unique wonderful fragrances when it comes to washing my hair. I have had lemon, pineapple, raspberry, rootbeer, banana smoothie just to name a few. One of my favorites was pecan pie. I just hate to wash my hair with soap smelling shampoos and conditioners.

Dessert

Fill in the blanks: I was so worried about my little dog Sammie yesterday and I am so happy is feeling better and back to normal today.

Thursday

Thirteen Things about Saoirse 13 Crochet Projects I Would Like To Learn How To Complete 1. Granny Square Afghan 2. Crochet Flower Purse 3. Ripple Stitch Afghan 4. Crochet Flowered Hat 5. Crochet Slippers 6. Crochet Sprite 7. Crochet Monkeys 8. Granny Square Purse 9. Shamrock Pattern Afghan 10. Crochet Towel Topper 11. Puff Stitch Afghan 12. Hairpin Lace Skirt 13. Crochet Jiffy Slippers Links to other Thursday Thirteens! 1. (leave your link in comments, I’ll add you here!)

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Wednesday

It's been a cloudy-rainy day today. It was raining pretty good on my way to work. I ordered 2 poinsettia plants from Amanda. One for mom and one for me. One is called a jingle bell color and the other is a marble color.

I talked to someone today who is as big a cookbook fan as me. I always notice she is reading cookbooks between calls just as I do. I am going to bring in my newest cookbook to share. It will be nice to have a book kindred spirit to talk with.

I stopped at the dollar store and bought some dish scrubbies and a grater and a ladle. I also stopped for a mocha because it is so cold and damp. I thought that would warm me up and it did.

I signed up for my first crochet class. I am going to A Grand Yarn up on south hill. I'm getting a one on one lesson and it includes the supplies and a discount card for any supplies I purchase. I am so excited. I cannot wait to get started.

Tuesday

My productivity was nice and high today. Average is 13.3 and I was at 16.4. Amazing. I did find out that my friend Cynthia was let go on Friday. So sad. I really liked her. Maybe her productivity wasn't so high but she came to work everyday. Better than the rest of my training class.

M started his new hours today. Just me and the pups in the afternoon and evening. I went by and returned a book to the library. Lots of people were dropping off their ballots in the drop box they have set up there. It seems strange not to go to the polls to vote. We have to vote by mail now.

They announced the Fred Russell verdict this afternoon. This guy back in 2001 was drunk and was driving his SUV recklessly and hit and killed several college students. While on bail he skipped and ran to Ireland and hid out for 6 years. The US Marshalls (my heros) caught him and he was extradited back to the US. Today he was found guilty on all 3 counts. Justice served. I hope they send him directly to prision. You know he will skip again if they give him bail.

Monday

I should make this list when I am hungry. But here we go...

Monday: Pancakes

Tuesday: Meatloaf, Mashed Potatoes & Corn

Wednesday: Shrimp Salad & Crescent Rolls

Thrursday: Fried Chicken and Fries

Friday: Pizza

Saturday: Sandwiches & Macaroni Salad

Sunday: Sausage & Peppers

Today at work I got an email that made my day. We can now transfer provider calls to India. Provider calls are easy but take so long. Our productivity is based on how fast we can get through the calls. I am sure the providers are not going to like this turn of event but it sure is great for us.

M put a new drive in my desktop computer. He hurt his back in doing so. The Banner Fuel tech came out and worked on the furnace. Of course once he showed up it would not make the sqeeking noise. Just like taking your car to the mechanic. Oh well since he left it has not made the noise. After he left I took M to Dr Phil's to have him work on his back.

Came home and made pancakes. Something very easy. I paid a few bills. Now i can relax and play on my computer or read my new book from the library. I'm currently reading The Runaway Quilt by Jennifer Chiaverini.