Off Topic Part Quatre

[Sprailenes 47]

Yea we figure the money we would save from the other place, we could use to update the kitchen in the other.

The place with the nice kitchen, all new floors and paint is aesthetically pleasing, BUT it needs new windows, has a dated hot water tank, dated washer/dryer and a dated air conditioner.

This other place is so much cheaper, is bigger, but just needs some paint and a new kitchen.

I'm already thinking... tuscan... I can see it now.

[Hugglebuggles 60]

I'm already thinking... tuscan... I can see it now.

The other day Bill and I were talking about things to do to the house, and we both decided we want to Tuscan up the kitchen. How? No idea, but it sounds good. So when you get some good ideas going, be sure to share, yes?

[darkchilde794 5]

Hello friends! Happy Valentine's Day to all!!!

Last night my BIL, the WIL and my most wonderful nephew came over. The WIL was her usual witchy self and her demeanor pretty much "glummed" down the entire dinner. However, my nephew and I had sooo much fun. He and I made a bet on Wii bowling -- winner gets to tickle loser for a full minute. I had no idea this boy was such a Wii bowling wiz -- hit 5 strikes and cleared up all his spares. He banked a 202 and tickled me for a minute! And afterward he sat beside me and we snuggled while we watched the other grown ups play. God I love him!

[J&K 0]

Yesterday was such a whirlwind day!

In our small town, the recession had really hit it hard. A lot of shops and things had closed (and still our...our Movie Gallery is closing )

But, we've had a few new things open and it's just really revitalized the town. A new restaurant (we went the other day, and it is sooooooooooooooo good, and fairly inexpensive).

So anyway, a few months ago a new Tae Kwon Do place put up a sign where an old fitness place had gone out of business. John has been talking about doing TKD ever since I met him, as he had started to learn back when he was in the Navy. But the closest places were either in Winchester, or just not close enough. So when he saw this place was going to open, he got all excited.

Yesterday was their grand opening, and we went in to see what it was all about, and how much.

And wouldn't you know it, they were having a special on membership.

So, I had to think about it (since I'm the money manger) and we watched a demo. He kept looking at me and smiling and that (canIcanIcanI look )

I finally gave in, and guess what...We're BOTH doing it!

I'm actually excited. I took Karate when I was younger and loved it, but had to stop because of my committments to hockey.

So, while I would never go to a gym (out of pure laziness), I think TKD will be fun for both of us.

Then, I had a hockey game up in Baltimore. As some of you know, I've been a goalie since I was 6 (I'm 27) and decided to play out this year. The team isn't that good, so I'm one of the better players anyway.

I scored 2 goals! (we lost 7-2), but OMG it was awesome! The second one couldn't have been on a highlight reel

I don't think I'll ever forget that moment

[Wyatt's Torch 45]

Very cool, J&K! Just think...after a bit of Tae Kwon Do training, you'll be an even better hockey player. And if not? Well, at least you'll be able to give a swift and effective chop to the opponents' windpipes.

I miss my high school days of playing ball hockey. When I get back into decent shape again, I should try and find a league down there. The only problem is that I play a very physical game, and most ball hockey leagues I've come across have a no-hitting policy.

[J&K 0]

Even if they don't have hitting, playing will still be fun!

Arlington county has one (which as you know, is close to Alexandria)

http://www.arlingtonva.us/departments/park.../page62828.aspx

I agree TKD is definitely going to help me with hockey. My physical fitness took a nosedive when I moved down here. I used to be in pretty good shape playing AA/AAA women's hockey and Rep Softball (finished 5th in Nationals in 2001).

I'm looking forward to that part.

Plus, with it being in Berryville, we can walk / run / or bike to the school

[Wyatt's Torch 45]

Yeah, I hear you on the physical fitness thing. It seems that my body wants to be a certain weight. I've been in good shape before, but whenever I get in good shape I get sick every three months or so, and my blood pressure goes higher. When I'm not working out daily and watching my caloric / fat levels, I (naturally) get pudgier, but always to about the same weight...and my blood pressure is always better, oddly enough...and I don't get sick.

Nonetheless, my wife and I are both planning on getting back into shape once I'm down there. It's one thing to be able to justify being overweight, but it's another thing to look in the mirror and go "bleah!"

[Marilyn. 340]

I am not sure why but I am feeling really nervous about our new car... I think I am worried that we made the wrong decision.. the car runs great but I am just worried that it is going to fall apart.. and I keep obsessively checking the coolant gauge

[Marilyn. 340]

I have no desire to sort through my laundry and go to the laundromat I long for the day when I get my own washer and dryer

[TimandJoyce 1]

Yea we figure the money we would save from the other place, we could use to update the kitchen in the other.

The place with the nice kitchen, all new floors and paint is aesthetically pleasing, BUT it needs new windows, has a dated hot water tank, dated washer/dryer and a dated air conditioner.

This other place is so much cheaper, is bigger, but just needs some paint and a new kitchen.

I'm already thinking... tuscan... I can see it now.

hmmmm I'm no decorator...guess I'll have to google that one later!

I have no desire to sort through my laundry and go to the laundromat I long for the day when I get my own washer and dryer

I can appreciate that. My late husband and I lived in a place with no laundry facilities for 5 years. Ever Tuesday, we did laundry out! ugh!

[Malrothien 6]

I started working out again today. 25 minutes on Wii Fit Plus = a tired Mal.

[TimandJoyce 1]

I started working out again today. 25 minutes on Wii Fit Plus = a tired Mal.

I'd like to get one of those. Don't know too much about it, but my sister did bowling. She didn't know there was that many muscles in her butt!!

I had the best V-Day!! Tim took me for a great steak lunch, and then gave me a certificate for a two hour spa!!! I've never had one of those before.... I can't wait!!

Edited February 15, 2010 by TimandJoyce

[Hugglebuggles 60]

I had the best V-Day!! Tim took me for a great steak lunch, and then gave me a certificate for a two hour spa!!! I've never had one of those before.... I can't wait!!

Awww that's great Joyce! You diserve it!

[Rhiannercakes 14]

We just opened the bottle of Martini & Rossi Asti and the cork hit the ceiling!

We didn't expect it to do that, so we laughed our butts off

[trailmix 77]

Good morning all.

So yesterday we started to pull totes out for packing - big box for the tv etc - colour coded all the totes so the movers would know where to put them. Needless to say the small apartment is quite...full of stuff right now.

Thankfully we move next Wednesday. So we should have everything packed by next Monday. Not that we need a week to pack, we don't have that much stuff, I just like to start getting things organized in advance so there is no big rush. Plus I need to re-sort some of them.

The dryers here have been out of commission for at least a week and a half, so we have things hanging all over the place too, it's great