Thursday, January 29, 2015
Internet Woes & DYI Project
My post from the night before last disappeared. I blame wonky internet connection, and I really regret not first jotting down my blog posts in word processing files. Live and learn. Here's yesterday's video anyway.
Tuesday, January 27, 2015
Nighty, Night; Sleep Tight
What does sleep tight even mean? Does it have to do with being tucked in tight under sheet and blankets? I don't know. Now that I think about it, saying goodnight at bedtime has been the most consistent habit we've had as a family. I like that.
My sleep habits are terrible, and life-long. Over the majority of my years, the thing I would place blame on is television. I've been in the habit of watching late-night talk shows since about the fifth grade. That's forty years!
In addition to the t.v. thing, I've also had a problem with fear; fear of earthquakes (Southern California), fear of prowlers or burglers, fear of gang violence, fear of terrible neighbor kid notorious for starting fires on dry brush that ran along the house my mom rented, fear of whatever might be causing creepy noises... like the refrigerator, or heater.
These days, I'm more susceptible to anxiety over nothing or the inability to keep my body still long enough to doze off. Then there's the issue with a 50+ lb dog who anxiously (and loudly) licks his paws until he calms himself before snuggling up to me and falls asleep.
At the moment I'm fighting to keep my eyes open long enough to try to write a coherent blog post so that I can then get back to watching some of my favorite YouTube Channels. I know, right. So, I guess I'll end here.
Good night.
Lil
My sleep habits are terrible, and life-long. Over the majority of my years, the thing I would place blame on is television. I've been in the habit of watching late-night talk shows since about the fifth grade. That's forty years!
In addition to the t.v. thing, I've also had a problem with fear; fear of earthquakes (Southern California), fear of prowlers or burglers, fear of gang violence, fear of terrible neighbor kid notorious for starting fires on dry brush that ran along the house my mom rented, fear of whatever might be causing creepy noises... like the refrigerator, or heater.
These days, I'm more susceptible to anxiety over nothing or the inability to keep my body still long enough to doze off. Then there's the issue with a 50+ lb dog who anxiously (and loudly) licks his paws until he calms himself before snuggling up to me and falls asleep.
At the moment I'm fighting to keep my eyes open long enough to try to write a coherent blog post so that I can then get back to watching some of my favorite YouTube Channels. I know, right. So, I guess I'll end here.
Good night.
Lil
Monday, January 26, 2015
Project: Restoration
It's a monumental task working to re-establish some sense of peace of mind after financial devastation caused by years long joblessness and trauma that comes with loss of proper health care management for chronic conditions. Adapting to fact that we now live in area of the country that we had only planned to return to occasionally for visits with families here, well, that's been a challenge. But the most challenging and frustrating is having to squeeze into a small house, were the only way to exist is to take the spot you've created (not necessarily comfortable) and sit there and hope everyone else stays in their spot in order for you to carve out some "me" time. My youngest has the good fortune of having a room to herself to do homework in peace and not be distracted by pets or noise. My husband comes home and camps out on the bed in our room. The living room is reserved for my son, our dogs and myself.
This may seem a bit like a routine; a sense of calm existence, but no. I'm still waiting for a pattern to develop, but schedules don't seem to allow for this. Add to this, occasional attention focused on elderly mom's medical needs, and stress hits an all new high that I'm just not accustomed to. These days I'm feeling crowded, and others are starting to notice that I'm not as eager to engage in conversation. Even family-time television viewing of favorite shows is getting old. But I have to constantly remind myself that I must be grateful for roof over our heads and a place to keep our belongings safe... we were spared having to live in our vehicle. Two years go, a new job for my husband when we arrived, and being able to rely on family to take us in indefinitely when times were so desperate we had to ask for room on spare beds, sofas or floors, brought tremendous relief.
It seems my only established habits are, writing nightly blog posts, creating daily vlogs (trying anyway), YouTube channel viewing, then bedtime well after 2:00 am. This is not good.
What is good is that my sense of humor seems to be intact and that I can enjoy the comedy shows I like, and that I can still laugh at myself.
I give you now, my new hobby/habit... today's vlog:
This may seem a bit like a routine; a sense of calm existence, but no. I'm still waiting for a pattern to develop, but schedules don't seem to allow for this. Add to this, occasional attention focused on elderly mom's medical needs, and stress hits an all new high that I'm just not accustomed to. These days I'm feeling crowded, and others are starting to notice that I'm not as eager to engage in conversation. Even family-time television viewing of favorite shows is getting old. But I have to constantly remind myself that I must be grateful for roof over our heads and a place to keep our belongings safe... we were spared having to live in our vehicle. Two years go, a new job for my husband when we arrived, and being able to rely on family to take us in indefinitely when times were so desperate we had to ask for room on spare beds, sofas or floors, brought tremendous relief.
It seems my only established habits are, writing nightly blog posts, creating daily vlogs (trying anyway), YouTube channel viewing, then bedtime well after 2:00 am. This is not good.
What is good is that my sense of humor seems to be intact and that I can enjoy the comedy shows I like, and that I can still laugh at myself.
I give you now, my new hobby/habit... today's vlog:
Saturday, January 24, 2015
It's Been A Day
Today could have been more productive, but well, it's me.
Highlights: Did all the stuff I was asking others to help out with. I don't seem to have much of a voice around here. Or, maybe, they think I like the sound of my own nagging voice. Anyway, somehow my demands were eventually heard; teens room got cleaned, husband agreed to trim my hair, then took care of storing Christmas tree decorations, as well as clear out the residual mess that was left after it appeared he was done with that task. I did my part; all I ask that others do same.
Anyway, happy my hair is now a manageable length, fridge is restocked to get us through the weekend, and that there was time in the day to drive over to my sister's to help her with some computer issues. Now, it's time for me to read a couple of book chapters then hit the sack.
Have a good rest of the weekend, all.
Good night.
Highlights: Did all the stuff I was asking others to help out with. I don't seem to have much of a voice around here. Or, maybe, they think I like the sound of my own nagging voice. Anyway, somehow my demands were eventually heard; teens room got cleaned, husband agreed to trim my hair, then took care of storing Christmas tree decorations, as well as clear out the residual mess that was left after it appeared he was done with that task. I did my part; all I ask that others do same.
Anyway, happy my hair is now a manageable length, fridge is restocked to get us through the weekend, and that there was time in the day to drive over to my sister's to help her with some computer issues. Now, it's time for me to read a couple of book chapters then hit the sack.
Have a good rest of the weekend, all.
Good night.
Friday, January 23, 2015
Did You Get It? Did You Get It!
My last post was about dishwasher dreams. It's been a long time since I last used some of my favorite appliances. They're my favorite, because just imagine... What would we do without clothes washer and dryer sets and dishwashers? (Implored the lady with dry, chapped hands.)
Anyway, that's why I miss my appliances. The dishwasher, well, it had to stay in the house we vacated. Mr & Ms Bosch (washer & dryer) are in storage back home... I mean, Colorado. I have been in the habit of wishing things were different, or better.
Just as I typed that last sentence, I realized that I still have a load or two of dishes to wash. So, I better make this quick.
Two years have passed since relocating back to Southern California, and I'm still waiting for the reality to set in that here is where we are... for good, maybe.
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| Meet Mr & Ms Bosch. I miss them. |
I'm the queen of wishful thinking. This is surprising too, because, what I like to say to my kids, or anyone else, really, is to remember, "What you think about, you bring about." My first grade teacher liked to say (still does, I'm sure), "What you believe, you can achieve." I've always liked these expressions, or affirmations as some would say. I've also had several instances when keeping these beliefs in mind... thinking about something, and achieving desired outcome... has actually happened.
An example: Several years ago, I saw a vehicle in televised and print ads. I went online and checked out specs and features. I liked what I read about it and felt it could be a good fit for my family, and comfortable for short little me to drive. So, I printed out a picture of the exact model I wanted. I made the same image the screensaver on my computer, and every day I imagined it in my garage. Six months later, it was. It's parked right outside now. Cool, right?
I'm a firm believer that the Universe will provide. If something exists, it is available to receive or achieve... if you believe.
At the moment, I believe the dishes are still waiting for me in the sink. I'd like to see an empty sink in the morning, so I better get my butt achieving desired results.
Good night and thoughtful wishes.
Lil
An example: Several years ago, I saw a vehicle in televised and print ads. I went online and checked out specs and features. I liked what I read about it and felt it could be a good fit for my family, and comfortable for short little me to drive. So, I printed out a picture of the exact model I wanted. I made the same image the screensaver on my computer, and every day I imagined it in my garage. Six months later, it was. It's parked right outside now. Cool, right?
I'm a firm believer that the Universe will provide. If something exists, it is available to receive or achieve... if you believe.
At the moment, I believe the dishes are still waiting for me in the sink. I'd like to see an empty sink in the morning, so I better get my butt achieving desired results.
Good night and thoughtful wishes.
Lil
Thursday, January 22, 2015
Dishwasher Dreams
Dreams? Dishwasher? More like wishes... I wish I had a dishwasher. But, I don't.
So, here's the game plan:
Soak dinner plates & bowls while I watch this mornings Good Mythical Morning and Good Mythical More YouTube videos.
Video break... hand wash dinner plates & bowls,
Soak plastic containers, beverage containers and snack cups while catching up on recent FineBros React YouTube videos.
Video break... hand wash stuff soaking in sink.
And so on, and so on.
Here's my YouTube vlog from this morning...
So, here's the game plan:
Soak dinner plates & bowls while I watch this mornings Good Mythical Morning and Good Mythical More YouTube videos.
Video break... hand wash dinner plates & bowls,
Soak plastic containers, beverage containers and snack cups while catching up on recent FineBros React YouTube videos.
Video break... hand wash stuff soaking in sink.
And so on, and so on.
Here's my YouTube vlog from this morning...
Tuesday, January 20, 2015
State Of Our Unions a la 2011
I have another blog. I have several other blogs, actually. But the one where I've written most posts is A How-To Guide. I was in the practice of writing about life as I knew it beginning of 2011. Here's a sampling of what I referred to as "State of Our Union" addresses.
March 4, 2011 http://ahow-toguide.blogspot.com/2011/03/march-4th-friday-state-of-our-union.html
March 4, 2011 http://ahow-toguide.blogspot.com/2011/03/march-4th-friday-state-of-our-union.html
My family is grateful that times have improved somewhat since then, and I try to remain hopeful that financial hardships have been left behind for good.
Let me know if anything has resonated with you. Your comments and questions, dear reader, are always welcome.
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