We'll see how this works. I sent the President a message/question today which I would almost guarantee will not receive a response. Basically I asked since he now reestablished federally funded abortions how that improves our economy, job situation, security. Personally I would not want abortion to be illegal again, too dangerous but that doesn't mean I want to pay for it to be performed. I'm sure no where in the constitution does it provide for the government paying for medical procedures, I'm not an expert but I highly doubt it. I suggested maybe he pay for them or have the people who paid for part of his little party pay for them. I'll need to check out Yahoo to see if there is a group committed to bringing down their income enough not to pay taxes as a means of protest. Hopefully.
Big weekend with wrestling as there is a tournament in town. It is so nice when they are in town because when your team isn't competing you can come home. Most of our other meets are about 2 hours away, so, not possible.
Hope every one has a great weekend.
Friday, January 23, 2009
Sunday, January 18, 2009
The Good/The Bad
The good is that I made my 50,000 steps last week with no problem and have a good portion already started for this week. This week starts a new program at the Fitness Center that I have signed up for, it is a point system based on weight loss (if you choose), and time exercising. Should be fun and also a little more motivation. This is Good.
Finished a few more goals this week #2 (Reading two books) and #4 (Paying off Citibank) is done. They are the easy ones. The knitting and quilting ones are easy, just take much more time, but they are getting worked on. This is also Good.
This weekend Sam's wrestling tournament was canceled. The weather here, although nice and much warmer in the mid 30s, is so windy. There are no hills or a lot of trees to block the blowing snow so it drifts horrendously. We ended up staying in Bismarck last night because the roads were closed off. Today on the way home there were 10 cars in the ditch, one upside down. At times we were driving on sheets of ice, kind of scary. There was a high school basketball tourniquet in Bismarck also on Saturday and none of the kids could get home so they were at all the hotels. Finally at 12:30 Dan called down and asked them to do something about the girls, giggling, screaming and running up and down the halls, we were wiped out. This was not so Good.
The reason we went to Bismarck was to go shopping as Dan was a little stir crazy. Was a great weekend to go. Old Navy had 50% off their 50% off merchandise. I got 3 shirts for $2.50 each, a coat for $12.50 red of course, Sam got three shirts, some boxers, messenger bag, got some gifts for next Christmas, some socks for myself (6 pair for $1.50) and then Dan got some items too. It was great. Picked up some clearance stuff at Barnes and Noble, Bath & Body, Hallmark, Jo-Ann Fabrics and then got groceries at a Supermarket there. The selection, at the bigger grocery stores, is so much nicer than here in Watford and significantly cheaper. We stocked up on chocolate chips for $.99 and got a bunch of other stuff. Anyway, it was fun, other than the drive home.
I called Tina and told her about the Old Navy sale and she did pretty well too, getting some stuff for this year and next year. She had a good time. It is fun to get a deal, especially when you actually need the stuff you are getting, not just buying it because it so cheap, which in the end isn't really a deal.
The one thing I was really looking for I didn't get which is size 2 bamboo circular needles so will just have to order those. I need a skein of yarn to finish some socks I am making so will place the order this week.
At Barnes and Noble I bought a calendar to keep track again of how much I spend. It is amazing when you have to write it down what you can blow money on. Kind of like food if you have to write it down you might not eat it.
Finished a few more goals this week #2 (Reading two books) and #4 (Paying off Citibank) is done. They are the easy ones. The knitting and quilting ones are easy, just take much more time, but they are getting worked on. This is also Good.
This weekend Sam's wrestling tournament was canceled. The weather here, although nice and much warmer in the mid 30s, is so windy. There are no hills or a lot of trees to block the blowing snow so it drifts horrendously. We ended up staying in Bismarck last night because the roads were closed off. Today on the way home there were 10 cars in the ditch, one upside down. At times we were driving on sheets of ice, kind of scary. There was a high school basketball tourniquet in Bismarck also on Saturday and none of the kids could get home so they were at all the hotels. Finally at 12:30 Dan called down and asked them to do something about the girls, giggling, screaming and running up and down the halls, we were wiped out. This was not so Good.
The reason we went to Bismarck was to go shopping as Dan was a little stir crazy. Was a great weekend to go. Old Navy had 50% off their 50% off merchandise. I got 3 shirts for $2.50 each, a coat for $12.50 red of course, Sam got three shirts, some boxers, messenger bag, got some gifts for next Christmas, some socks for myself (6 pair for $1.50) and then Dan got some items too. It was great. Picked up some clearance stuff at Barnes and Noble, Bath & Body, Hallmark, Jo-Ann Fabrics and then got groceries at a Supermarket there. The selection, at the bigger grocery stores, is so much nicer than here in Watford and significantly cheaper. We stocked up on chocolate chips for $.99 and got a bunch of other stuff. Anyway, it was fun, other than the drive home.
I called Tina and told her about the Old Navy sale and she did pretty well too, getting some stuff for this year and next year. She had a good time. It is fun to get a deal, especially when you actually need the stuff you are getting, not just buying it because it so cheap, which in the end isn't really a deal.
The one thing I was really looking for I didn't get which is size 2 bamboo circular needles so will just have to order those. I need a skein of yarn to finish some socks I am making so will place the order this week.
At Barnes and Noble I bought a calendar to keep track again of how much I spend. It is amazing when you have to write it down what you can blow money on. Kind of like food if you have to write it down you might not eat it.
Tuesday, January 13, 2009
Sorry
Sorry no pictures. Time got away from me and so did the sunlight.
Walked 10194 steps today.
Will do better tomorrow.
Walked 10194 steps today.
Will do better tomorrow.
Gurney's Sale
If you are putting in a garden this year and order from Gurney's they are having a 50% off sale today only. We don't plant that much so won't take advantage of the sale. We will again plant mostly tomatoes and possibly expand a little bit into other vegetables but have to find a way to keep the deer from eating them. They liked the green beans last year.
Monday, January 12, 2009
Another One Bites The Dust
Another goal has been achieved -- yah!! #9 is done, John's blanket. Pictures tomorrow, it is too dark tonight. I only had to finish sewing it together which is the part I really dislike the most.
Also started the Walk North Dakota program. Went to the Fitness Center today and exercised for an hour. As of this time, which I'm about done for the night and have 8941 steps. Will leave it on until bedtime so I can get over 9000 steps. To stay on track with the program with working out 5 days a week you need to do 10,000 steps per day. Maybe I will stretch it into 6 days, we'll see how the schedule works.
Sam had school off today. We had about 3-5 inches of snow but were under blizzard warnings. It was a beautiful day so they should have gone to school. Last Saturday he placed fourth in his wrestling tournament. The team took first place.
Also started the Walk North Dakota program. Went to the Fitness Center today and exercised for an hour. As of this time, which I'm about done for the night and have 8941 steps. Will leave it on until bedtime so I can get over 9000 steps. To stay on track with the program with working out 5 days a week you need to do 10,000 steps per day. Maybe I will stretch it into 6 days, we'll see how the schedule works.
Sam had school off today. We had about 3-5 inches of snow but were under blizzard warnings. It was a beautiful day so they should have gone to school. Last Saturday he placed fourth in his wrestling tournament. The team took first place.
Friday, January 9, 2009
Walk North Dakota
Goal #11 is done. I have signed up for the walking program which starts on Sunday.
Grocery Shopping/Anniversary
Although grocery shopping is not the most exciting thing in the world we went tonight out of necessity. It was kind of fun as we have Albertson's in our area. When shopping there you have to be really careful on the specials as they are very specific. Tonight we did good. We ended up paying $42.48 for a bunch of groceries (didn't take a picture sorry). We used a $5.00 gift card from a previous purchase, and saved $51.54 (savings, coupons and double coupons), and in addition have 3-$5.00 coupons off our next visit. My kind of shopping. I am really trying to concentrate on stocking up on items when they are on a really good sale and I have coupons to match.
Went to Wal-Mart and picked up a manicure set for $2.50 and a few other little items we may use for Christmas gifts next year, stocking stuffer type items.
Today we (Dan and I) celebrated our 28th anniversary. Sometimes it doesn't seem that long, and sometimes seems like forever......we both say this so it is okay. He bought me a very beautiful locket and he got a kaleidoscope.
Work has changed in that we are now on a rotating weekend schedule. There are six of us rotating so will only have to work about 8 weekends a year. I probably won't know what to do with myself after working the past three years every weekend but I'm sure I'll figure something out.
Went to Wal-Mart and picked up a manicure set for $2.50 and a few other little items we may use for Christmas gifts next year, stocking stuffer type items.
Today we (Dan and I) celebrated our 28th anniversary. Sometimes it doesn't seem that long, and sometimes seems like forever......we both say this so it is okay. He bought me a very beautiful locket and he got a kaleidoscope.
Work has changed in that we are now on a rotating weekend schedule. There are six of us rotating so will only have to work about 8 weekends a year. I probably won't know what to do with myself after working the past three years every weekend but I'm sure I'll figure something out.
Wednesday, January 7, 2009
Wednesday
Started exercising today at about 4:15, for about 45 minutes and then had to get ready for a party tonight for the Economic Development and Chamber of Commerce groups. Was fun.
I have decided to order another skein of sock yarn for the #8 item on the list instead of cutting the socks short or using a different color which I would have to order anyway. All the yarn shops are having sales but not on the yarn I need. It is temping but will resist.
All my e-bay items have been paid for so I'm pleased.
I have decided to order another skein of sock yarn for the #8 item on the list instead of cutting the socks short or using a different color which I would have to order anyway. All the yarn shops are having sales but not on the yarn I need. It is temping but will resist.
All my e-bay items have been paid for so I'm pleased.
Tuesday, January 6, 2009
Ebay
All my current e-bay listings are done. Listed 5 books and 1 movie. All that didn't sell was one book. Yipee. Hopefully they will all pay quickly and I can get them out of the house this week.
Afternoon
Well out of the list of 10 #1 can be crossed off. Joined the fitness center this afternoon and will be going back at 4 to start. I am also adding a #11 onto the list.
11. Sign up for Walk North Dakota.
Currently I am having to revise #8 a little. The yarn I am using is only 215 yards and I need 210 meters which equals 229 yards. The yarn has some black in it so I'm considering doing the heel and bottom of the foot in black. I would think that should be enough to keep with the original pattern, otherwise I will make the cuff shorter which I'm not sure I want to do. Next time I need to look at the yarn pattern and amount of yarn closer. 14 yards is a lot of knitting when it comes to socks.
11. Sign up for Walk North Dakota.
Currently I am having to revise #8 a little. The yarn I am using is only 215 yards and I need 210 meters which equals 229 yards. The yarn has some black in it so I'm considering doing the heel and bottom of the foot in black. I would think that should be enough to keep with the original pattern, otherwise I will make the cuff shorter which I'm not sure I want to do. Next time I need to look at the yarn pattern and amount of yarn closer. 14 yards is a lot of knitting when it comes to socks.
January To Do List
The following is my To Do List for January. I decided to do a monthly list rather than a resolution list as I never seem to keep them. I don't think I do well planning a whole year ahead.
Each month there will be 10 things To Do if I can think of that many.
For January:
1. Join Fitness Center.
2. Read Two Books (1 is complete)
3. Lose 8 pounds.
4. Pay Citicard Balance (Not a big issue, few Christmas gifts).
5. Complete Bella's shrug. (Friend's granddaughter)
6. Complete YoYo Doll.
7. Cut out quilt pieces.
8. Complete Christmas Socks (gift for next Christmas).
9. Finish John's blanket.
10. Make doctor's appointment.
All of the above are easily completed if I stay on task and not get distracted.
The weather is beautiful today in the 20s so will be walking downtown to run some errands. The people in town do not do a very good job at keeping the sidewalks clean so the walkers take to the streets.
Some of my favorite sites for finding deals using coupons and rebates are:
http://www.dealseekingmom.com/
http://www.moneysavingmom.com/
http://www.yourcouponbuddy.com/
http://www.coupons.com/
If you are into doing the rebates, CVS ECB, using coupons these are great sites.
Each month there will be 10 things To Do if I can think of that many.
For January:
1. Join Fitness Center.
2. Read Two Books (1 is complete)
3. Lose 8 pounds.
4. Pay Citicard Balance (Not a big issue, few Christmas gifts).
5. Complete Bella's shrug. (Friend's granddaughter)
6. Complete YoYo Doll.
7. Cut out quilt pieces.
8. Complete Christmas Socks (gift for next Christmas).
9. Finish John's blanket.
10. Make doctor's appointment.
All of the above are easily completed if I stay on task and not get distracted.
The weather is beautiful today in the 20s so will be walking downtown to run some errands. The people in town do not do a very good job at keeping the sidewalks clean so the walkers take to the streets.
Some of my favorite sites for finding deals using coupons and rebates are:
http://www.dealseekingmom.com/
http://www.moneysavingmom.com/
http://www.yourcouponbuddy.com/
http://www.coupons.com/
If you are into doing the rebates, CVS ECB, using coupons these are great sites.
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