Sunday, June 18, 2006

It's been ages since I've done two entries in one day.  I felt the need to because I've been venting and ranting so much lately.  That really wasn't the intent of my journal when I first started.  I wanted it to be a fun place to be.

Small things frazzle me.  Many small things piling up super frazzle me.  That shouldn't be that way.  I need to be thankful that these are minor inconveniences. In the scheme of things, I have many, many blessings to be thankful for.

LOL...for some reason, my air conditioner got a second life this evening.  It's cool and I'm calm once again.  I love hot weather but I love coming home to a cool house not an oven.  And no, I didn't dip in the pool because my pump isn't working right.  My BF has the book out and has to take it apart.  My ex could fix it in a minute but would probably gerry rig (sp) it so that it would electrocute me.  But hey, I'm sitting here in the super cool familyroom...I mean ice cold because the thermostat is set low and I'm afraid to turn it up.

I was ready this afternoon to whack it one.  Someone really needs to take the hammer and throw it away.

Poor Grizzly with that thick black coat of his.  He was withering.  He isn't used to heat and couldn't get comfortable at all.  Once I got the air going, he was laying in front of a fan I bought at Walmart today.  I left in on to get the AC circulating.  I could almost see the relief on his face.

When I get home tomorrow from work, I will be finishing my packing for my trip to Ohio....WHOO HOO!!!!!!  I cannot wait to meet my Penny girl in person.

I hope all the daddys had a good day today.  You all deserve it.  To those who still have their dads, give them a hug and tell them you love them....

Chris

20 comments:

Anonymous said...

I think your journal is awesome.  However, that is just my opinion.  I like it when we can all share in our journals about the good and the bad times.  Its great when it is like that.  Even the babblings and ramblings it makes it better.  I think it brings us all closer together.  Take care of yourself and I am glad that you have some cool air.  I know that doesn't feel good especially when you are me and premenopausal.  (LOL) - Hugs Tish

Anonymous said...

Hi Chris!  I sure hope you have a great trip and get to relax a bit!  Be safe....and you KNOW we will wanna see pics!!  So don't forget your camera!
Have fun~~~Pamela

Anonymous said...

Chris,  Sometimes a bigger hammer does the job!!!!  I'm glad you are cooler today.  Milo sends his regards to Griz.  We had a great Fathers Day at our house.  David

Anonymous said...

Yay, I'm glad your cool and collected. : )  Happy Fathers Day to all the dads in your life.  Hugs and GBU, Shelly

Anonymous said...

Glad to hear that your AC is working hun...this heat has been brutal.

~ Susan
http://journals.aol.com/njmom72/TheStrawberryPatch

Anonymous said...

I feel that I have been venting a lot in my journal too.  I guess that is what it is here for.  I am happy that you are cool now.  It has been really humid around here lately as well, and with the central air, it is not at least barable.  Love ya,
KJ

Anonymous said...

Can hardly wait to hear all about your road trip!
I'm so excited, you'd think I was meeting you gals there! LOL
Blessings, Sug

Anonymous said...

glad your ac is still working:) hope you can get the pool fixed soon:) have a good monday

Deb

Anonymous said...

Hi Chris:

Been catching up on your journal.... a lot going on.  Listen you vent all you want. We all need to once in a while.  You are far from being a downer and I just love you!!!

Kara :)

Anonymous said...

Have fun meeting Penny. Happy the air is working at least. I hope you had a great day.

Anonymous said...

Put down the hammer and step away.  LOL
Rant and rave ALL you want.  Why not? When are you going to Ohio? Richard has been on vacation for 23 min. LOL and we haven't decided where to go. LOL
Have fun.  Tell Penny hello.  It's probably OK to turn the therm up. LOL  and have a great great week.
Hugs, Barb  

Anonymous said...

I didnt call my dad today.

I am glad the AC is working and i hope it continues to work! The poor dog, i am so glad that he has a fan. I hope you have a good day tomorrow.
Love you,lisa

Anonymous said...

Honey...if you can't vent here just where can you?  I say it's your space, vent away!  And the thing about ex's rigging stuff...ya...understand you there sister!  Glad the AC is working.  Don't know where you live but I'm happy mine is working in AZ with 108 today!  Woo Hoo!  De ;)

Anonymous said...

I know it was my intention too to write my journal in a certain way,at the beginning I did achieve it,writing about my domestic abuse and couselling others via email,I still do,however,as with life,we grow and develop as we write,why shouldnt you rant,I do,things on a day to day basis really can affect you,and it is for you to bring other peoples attention to that,their comments then help you to get through things from their experiences.I think it would be so boring to read a journal that has no personal experiences or feeling in it,I think yours is honest and appitimises journal writing for all to see,keep ranting hun,otherwise I will be alone doing it myself lol.xx zoe xx.
http://journals.aol.co.uk/zoepaul6968/DomesticAbuse/

Anonymous said...

Chris, so glad your A/C is up and running! Hey, your BF doesn`t have time to work - you`re  keeping him too busy! lol  Sounds like he retired just in time. heh heh.
Wow, do you believe tomorrow is the day?? SEE YOU TOMORROW!!!!! Drive safe.
Hugs,
Penny
http://journals.aol.com/pennietoonz/PennysPlace

Anonymous said...

Glad that your air is working Chris!!!! I'm like you!!! I like all the modern convienences!!! LOL... Hope you have a great time with Penny!!! Travel safe!!!! http://journals.aol.com/shayshaydc/Golfaholic
Sharon:)

Anonymous said...

Hi Chris!

Oooh thats so exciting! You are going to visit a J Land friend.  Gwynn and I have been trying to get together for a couple months. First she was busy with her girls sports, then I went to work.  But we'll gonna do it..yeah we are! Can't wait to hear how it went!

Hugs!
Darlene

Anonymous said...

Hey Chris,

Can't wait to hear all about your visit with Penny.  I think it's wonderful when people get to meet their J-Land buddies.  Hope you will post pics and stories of all you get to do together.

Take Care,
~Bilinda~

Anonymous said...

I hope you have a wonderful trip and that your ac is fixed!  I cannot stand being without ac...

be well,
Dawn

http://journals.aol.com/princesssaurora/CarpeDiem/

I am still reading and catching up....

Anonymous said...

A day late and a dollar short; I know you are on your way to meet Penny today (if I remember correctly). I do hope you have a wonderful trip.

As far as venting and rambling in journals, its our journals to list what we want to list, know what I mean? We all need a place where we can voice our thoughts, feelings, etc. I'm privileged you feel comfortable enough to share them here among friends to get support and I'm honored to be called a friend of yours.

Poor Griz; Koda understands perfectly. He doesn't like going outside much on hot days; its that black fur of his; instant magnet of the sun's rays

betty