Aug 12, 2008
last night's activities
the plan was 2 watch "Martian Child" and eat leftover pizza. Esa other plans. So we walked and met up with her friend Mela who we haven't seen in awhile. Then we ran into her friend, Rugby & invited her over. As we were walking 2 our house, Sable was out, so it was play time @ Esa's house! The pups had a lot of fun & it was great chatting w/the neighbors.
(and their human parents)
This blog started as The adventures of a D.I.N.K. family where the two "kids" are four legged and how we are going to retire early. Now it's a 1 income, 1 entrepreneur, and 1 pup getting closer and closer to retirement.
Tuesday, August 12, 2008
how other people live and how church changes things
Aug 12, 2008
how other people live and how church changes things
I know realize the basis for "Wasted" on Planet Green. Having 3 people in our house that are from a different household (and a different part of the country) for the weekend, you see their habits (I'm not saying that in a bad way) when it comes to being "green". Come to find out, my sis-in-law didn't know about "being green". Anyway, it was just interesting. They do recycle (bottles and cans), but they don't use dishtowels at all in the kitchen – papertowels are it. I also know that they (all 5 of them) use a new bath towel every day (that's a lot of laundry).
Like I said these observations are not in a bad way – just a preference and convenience for their family – to me, nothing wrong with that, because I understand the preference. I guess for me, being green also means saving money. Because it does – less laundry; smaller utilities bills, less trash (that means less trash bags used), - less money being spent period.
I was raised in the church – Assembly of God – and every Sunday it was "expected" of us to go. No questions asked. My mom and aunt were very much active in the church, since the Caprarulos were one of the founding families of the church! Anyway, my brothers and I grew apart from the church, but I know that it has made us good people. My sister-in-law, Joanne, wasn't really raised in the church like us. She believed in God, but her personality was a good person, but don't cross her! She'd hold a grudge forever (I've experienced it first hand!). A couple of years ago, she started going to the AG church again and her life has changed. No more smoking, no more holding grudges (she forgives) – she is just more at peace with herself and with her world. I'm so proud of her. We've always been close (except for a period of time after my parents passed away). It was so nice this weekend to spend time with her and remember how well we get along. I swear, if we lived closer to each other, we'd be getting in trouble somehow. We laugh a lot and can have serious talks too. The short of it – it's amazing how a person can turn their life around. Church has affected my niece too. She's starting a Christian college next week studying international studies. Her plan is to become a missionary. Chrissy has just grown so much since starting to attend church. She's actually getting out of the area and traveling (Mexico & Scotland already)!
how other people live and how church changes things
I know realize the basis for "Wasted" on Planet Green. Having 3 people in our house that are from a different household (and a different part of the country) for the weekend, you see their habits (I'm not saying that in a bad way) when it comes to being "green". Come to find out, my sis-in-law didn't know about "being green". Anyway, it was just interesting. They do recycle (bottles and cans), but they don't use dishtowels at all in the kitchen – papertowels are it. I also know that they (all 5 of them) use a new bath towel every day (that's a lot of laundry).
Like I said these observations are not in a bad way – just a preference and convenience for their family – to me, nothing wrong with that, because I understand the preference. I guess for me, being green also means saving money. Because it does – less laundry; smaller utilities bills, less trash (that means less trash bags used), - less money being spent period.
I was raised in the church – Assembly of God – and every Sunday it was "expected" of us to go. No questions asked. My mom and aunt were very much active in the church, since the Caprarulos were one of the founding families of the church! Anyway, my brothers and I grew apart from the church, but I know that it has made us good people. My sister-in-law, Joanne, wasn't really raised in the church like us. She believed in God, but her personality was a good person, but don't cross her! She'd hold a grudge forever (I've experienced it first hand!). A couple of years ago, she started going to the AG church again and her life has changed. No more smoking, no more holding grudges (she forgives) – she is just more at peace with herself and with her world. I'm so proud of her. We've always been close (except for a period of time after my parents passed away). It was so nice this weekend to spend time with her and remember how well we get along. I swear, if we lived closer to each other, we'd be getting in trouble somehow. We laugh a lot and can have serious talks too. The short of it – it's amazing how a person can turn their life around. Church has affected my niece too. She's starting a Christian college next week studying international studies. Her plan is to become a missionary. Chrissy has just grown so much since starting to attend church. She's actually getting out of the area and traveling (Mexico & Scotland already)!
Monday, August 4, 2008
The Weekend Update
Aug 4, 2008
the weekend update
This weekend did not go as planned. I really wanted to go to Ram's Head to see the Rock n' Roll Fantasy Camp, King's X, and Extreme, BUT Dan's work got in the way. Work was stressful last week for him and Saturday, he kept getting calls and then Sunday, he ended up going in. Him going in ruined our plans to go over to the neighbor's house for a cookout. L Despite Dan working the majority of the weekend, I felt like I got stuff done at home – straightening out the guest room, weekly cleaning (dusting and vacuuming), bills, groceries, laundry, etc.
We are still trying to get on a schedule where we do all the house chores (cleaning and such) during the week (see www.flylady.net). I think the grocery shopping is still going to happen on the weekend, but that works since we usually go out to eat them anyway.
Countdown to when the niece arrives! Mae & VJ should be down either Saturday or Sunday and Mae will be staying with us for 2 weeks. I'm sure a lot of shopping (with me) will be happening and a lot of game playing (with Dan). Esa will enjoy having another person around to spoil her. Not sure how long VJ is staying – probably just the weekend.
I ended up going to the chiropractor first thing this morning. I was starting to be in pain. I waited a week too long. If I don't go at least once a month, I get all stiff. I'm sure the beds I was sleeping in on vacation didn't help! Dan's at home today. Since he worked the majority of the weekend, he's taking today as a "weekend" day.
So, Friday, I started thinking about how to use my dayplanner (again!). It seems every 6 months, I change my mind on how to use it. Right now, I have 2 – one for work and one for home. So during the (work) day, I have calendars out. Six months ago, it seemed a good idea – I want work and home separate, but it is only one life – I hate the idea of carrying my bulky planner back and forth though (and that's with only one month in it). Any ideas would be appreciated!
the weekend update
This weekend did not go as planned. I really wanted to go to Ram's Head to see the Rock n' Roll Fantasy Camp, King's X, and Extreme, BUT Dan's work got in the way. Work was stressful last week for him and Saturday, he kept getting calls and then Sunday, he ended up going in. Him going in ruined our plans to go over to the neighbor's house for a cookout. L Despite Dan working the majority of the weekend, I felt like I got stuff done at home – straightening out the guest room, weekly cleaning (dusting and vacuuming), bills, groceries, laundry, etc.
We are still trying to get on a schedule where we do all the house chores (cleaning and such) during the week (see www.flylady.net). I think the grocery shopping is still going to happen on the weekend, but that works since we usually go out to eat them anyway.
Countdown to when the niece arrives! Mae & VJ should be down either Saturday or Sunday and Mae will be staying with us for 2 weeks. I'm sure a lot of shopping (with me) will be happening and a lot of game playing (with Dan). Esa will enjoy having another person around to spoil her. Not sure how long VJ is staying – probably just the weekend.
I ended up going to the chiropractor first thing this morning. I was starting to be in pain. I waited a week too long. If I don't go at least once a month, I get all stiff. I'm sure the beds I was sleeping in on vacation didn't help! Dan's at home today. Since he worked the majority of the weekend, he's taking today as a "weekend" day.
So, Friday, I started thinking about how to use my dayplanner (again!). It seems every 6 months, I change my mind on how to use it. Right now, I have 2 – one for work and one for home. So during the (work) day, I have calendars out. Six months ago, it seemed a good idea – I want work and home separate, but it is only one life – I hate the idea of carrying my bulky planner back and forth though (and that's with only one month in it). Any ideas would be appreciated!
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