At the moment, my camera's rechargeable battery is getting recharged. Otherwise, I would be posting some photographs of the reality or underbelly of some of the ongoing projects. Namely the monster task of removing the deep freezer chest and refrigerator from the sun porch in the rear of the house yesterday and the now "monster" task of the chaos having to move items that large creates as things have to be moved to other areas.
Plus, there are years and/or decades of dirt that has accumulated under and behind these units that isn't going to magically disappear when the units move. I think for those that have never undertaken some of these projects themselves that perhaps you don't understand the magnitude of the task associated with each projects; man hours and time lines, etc.
Therefore, it probably isn't fair of me to always just post the positive after photo. But, at times, I need to let you know approximate number of man hours it took to achieve the project and to let you see some of the disorganization, dirt and mountain of trash that comes as part of the process. So, in the near future be prepared to see some of the not so pretty images. ;^)
Monday, October 18, 2010
“Chasing Leaves and Dust Bunnies™”
Lying in bed this AM, I was thinking about my blog and that family, friends and those that happen upon my site and start reading are going to be thinking "This Brighton, she is always chasing the proverbial dust bunnies".
That would be dirt to you common folks.
I was sharing with a friend, earlier today, that there I was in bed still with blog thoughts coming like ocean waves and breaking on the shore and then retreating. In and out the thoughts went and I realized that the content of my blog isn't just about me chasing those darn dust bunnies, but often includes my adventures outdoors chasing leaves, weeds, etc.
With that I decided that I have to just go with what came to mind as a catch all category for my blog post that involve cleaning endeavors “Chasing Leaves and Dust Bunnies™”.
That would be dirt to you common folks.
I was sharing with a friend, earlier today, that there I was in bed still with blog thoughts coming like ocean waves and breaking on the shore and then retreating. In and out the thoughts went and I realized that the content of my blog isn't just about me chasing those darn dust bunnies, but often includes my adventures outdoors chasing leaves, weeds, etc.
With that I decided that I have to just go with what came to mind as a catch all category for my blog post that involve cleaning endeavors “Chasing Leaves and Dust Bunnies™”.
CAT-AS-TROPHY
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| Another "Cat-As-Trophy" |
The Boyz are fine.
The plant that I had been rooting appears fine, for the moment.
The jardenier. Not so good. The remnants have already made it outdoors into the trash.
The wood floor and carpet got the water mopped up and are still drying.
Extra Large Heating Pad For Muscle Aches
Sometimes, you have to literally stumble upon a new use for an item you already have. Like I did a couple of weeks ago after I had been out working in the yard. As by nightfall, I realized I had some tight sore muscles and needed some heat.
The standard post yard work process involves a hot bath with only a night light on and immersing myself like in a scene from "Altered States". I try and relax all over by warming up the muscles and eventually stretch them a bit.
Plus, I like the fact that whatever might have gotten onto my skin will hopefully be washed and rinsed off and not turn into some nasty allergic reaction rash (poison ivy and Virginia creeper thrive here).
Following the "Altered States" bath, it was off to bed.
Since there was a bit of a chill in the air and I was still feeling the ache of the muscles that I had used earlier, I decided to grab the Sunbeam, fleece, warming throw that I keep in the den.
It just had never dawned on me prior to this time that this throw is essentially an oversized heating pad. Large enough that I had my torso down to my knees wrapped up nice and cozy for the evening. The fleece and the extra heat feels wonderful for all of those aches and pains.
After moving a lot of items yesterday, I went through the ritual of the hot bath along with the newest addition the Sunbeam warming throw. I wrapped that blanket around myself from my torso down to my thighs in order to get some heat to my hip joints and relaxed into a nice deep slumber.
If you already have one of these throws, give the alternative use a try. If you do not have one and would like to purchase one they are available in larger drug stores seasonally, such as CVS and Target. Mail order from sites from Amazon.com year round. Cost generally ranges from $25 - 30.
On the bright side of Sunbeam, (Sorry, I can not help the pun) they do have a 5 year warranty on their product. Last year, I sent in the throw and they replaced the electrical cord and control unit free of charge, after it failed and required replacement.
The standard post yard work process involves a hot bath with only a night light on and immersing myself like in a scene from "Altered States". I try and relax all over by warming up the muscles and eventually stretch them a bit.
Plus, I like the fact that whatever might have gotten onto my skin will hopefully be washed and rinsed off and not turn into some nasty allergic reaction rash (poison ivy and Virginia creeper thrive here).
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| Sunbeam Warming Throw |
Since there was a bit of a chill in the air and I was still feeling the ache of the muscles that I had used earlier, I decided to grab the Sunbeam, fleece, warming throw that I keep in the den.
It just had never dawned on me prior to this time that this throw is essentially an oversized heating pad. Large enough that I had my torso down to my knees wrapped up nice and cozy for the evening. The fleece and the extra heat feels wonderful for all of those aches and pains.
After moving a lot of items yesterday, I went through the ritual of the hot bath along with the newest addition the Sunbeam warming throw. I wrapped that blanket around myself from my torso down to my thighs in order to get some heat to my hip joints and relaxed into a nice deep slumber.
If you already have one of these throws, give the alternative use a try. If you do not have one and would like to purchase one they are available in larger drug stores seasonally, such as CVS and Target. Mail order from sites from Amazon.com year round. Cost generally ranges from $25 - 30.
On the bright side of Sunbeam, (Sorry, I can not help the pun) they do have a 5 year warranty on their product. Last year, I sent in the throw and they replaced the electrical cord and control unit free of charge, after it failed and required replacement.
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