Well, in about about 59 minutes Husband will be applying to several residency programs that will determine the next phase in our journey thru life. Although I'm just along for the ride, I don't really look forward to the new people I have to get to know, the new ways of the new city, and the new jobs that we'll have. Scott could totally hate the program he gets into, and I could hate my boss or the company I work for, we could hate the neighborhood we moved into, we could end up being really poor compared to everyone else if we moved to expensives places like New York, Boston, Southern California...which would make me really sad and unhappy.
It's taken me a bit of heartache, crying, and adjusting to get used to Johnson City, and now after I've figured everything out, and finally feel comfortable where I am, its time to move again. This time next year I am not 100% certain where we will be. We expect to be in JC for at least his intern year, but that also gets decided in the match - unlike what I originally thought.
So, I sit there everyday, and I stress out about how long its going to take to get this house finished so I can just relax and shift focus to other important things.
I think this is just what life is.
Monday, August 31, 2009
Saturday, August 29, 2009
The Appalachian Fair
Yes, we decided to visit the Appalachian Fair this year and see what all the fuss is about. Scott had gotten back in from Knoxville to spend the weekend at home, so he met us out at the fair. We met up, and got some fair grub. Of course, I can't resist the turkey legs. That's the reason why I even go to the fair. Some go for the rides, the expos, and maybe even the demolition derby, but no, I ONLY go for the turkey leg. So I almost overdose on tryptophan, then we get up and walk around aimlessly viewing some of the wildlife expos, and end up at the demolition derby. Spent quite some time there, saw a man with a really good mullet cheering for his favorite derby car.
Then we mosy onto the livestock and saw some really fat cows, like REALLY FAT. Like so fat and full of milk, the sac looked like it was gonna burst. I'm glad they are dairy cows, cause they had names...I can't eat animals that, I knowingly, was named. I don't mind drinking Daisy Cow's milk, but I can't eat her.
Ah, the rides, we did a couple of the rides, then I was done. Tryptophan and fast spinning rides don't mix. Not to mention I scream like a little girl on everything.
These sheep were really loving - we even saw one try to mount another.
A HA! The mini-horse!!!
The "cheepest" chicks you'll find!
Do you see what's wrong with this photo???? Poor, poor sheep!
Cow butts!
Little piggies!
And of course, the amazing mullet I told you about!!! Can't go to a fair and not see one of these!
Then we mosy onto the livestock and saw some really fat cows, like REALLY FAT. Like so fat and full of milk, the sac looked like it was gonna burst. I'm glad they are dairy cows, cause they had names...I can't eat animals that, I knowingly, was named. I don't mind drinking Daisy Cow's milk, but I can't eat her.
Ah, the rides, we did a couple of the rides, then I was done. Tryptophan and fast spinning rides don't mix. Not to mention I scream like a little girl on everything.
These sheep were really loving - we even saw one try to mount another.
A HA! The mini-horse!!! 
The "cheepest" chicks you'll find! 
Do you see what's wrong with this photo???? Poor, poor sheep!
Cow butts!
Little piggies!
And of course, the amazing mullet I told you about!!! Can't go to a fair and not see one of these! Kitchen is completely empty
Ok, so it's empty. This is getting scary, I'm doing two projects at once... Obviously, the kitchen won't get done first. The bad part about redoing the kitchen is that it involves 4 spaces: kitchen, half bath, butler's pantry, and mud/laundry room. We are going to attack all of those spaces at the same time, because they share the same flooring almost.
Surprisingly, we discovered that there are hardwoods underneath the linoleum, so we're going to have that refinished. I think hardwoods in the kitchen looks amazing - it's like an upgrade for potential homebuyers.
Shockingly, the plaster underneath the wood paneling is in incredibly bad shape. As bad as you can possibly imagine. The plaster is crumbling as we take down the paneling. There's no repairing it, but that was a cost we had budgeted in, because we didn't want to keep any original plaster in the kitchen anyway. Also, the laths are bad - that's going to come out and new framing must go in. I'm actually going to reuse the existing framing 2x4's that was used to cover the beautiful original beadboard and lower the ceilings on the front porch. It's in good shape, and it would be a shame to waste good solid pine wood.
Another challenge with the space(s) is electrical/plumbing work. The electrical wires for the appliances are coming out of the floor - which means there will be holes in the hardwoods, but fortunately, the cabinets will be covering them. All of the switches/outlets must be realigned and retested to make sure they all work. New electrical work must be done to add a light fixture in the butler's pantry (which will be renovated to relocate the fridge and surrounded by built-in cabinets for more storage - storage is the biggest issue in this house).
As for plumbing, it's coming out of the floor again, so we're going to see if we can get some advice from a plumber on how we can build the cabinets around it so it won't be so obviously retarded looking.
Here are some not-so-tasty photos of the current state of the kitchen.
^^View into the mud room: They wood-paneled this kitchen to DEATH. I can't wait to rip that crap down, and get drywall up. This wall will have a pantry cabinet, sink, dishwasher, and more cabinets.
^^View into the butler's pantry: This location will house the range, and otr microwave, also a peninsula countertop over some cabinets to store pots and pans.
^^This is what the plaster looks like when we tore off part of the paneling. I picked off some of the plaster by hand.
^^What the plaster looks like from a distance.
^^Scott wanted to see the chimney stack and the condition it was in. Definitely not good, so we're going to drywall over the paneling.
Surprisingly, we discovered that there are hardwoods underneath the linoleum, so we're going to have that refinished. I think hardwoods in the kitchen looks amazing - it's like an upgrade for potential homebuyers.
Shockingly, the plaster underneath the wood paneling is in incredibly bad shape. As bad as you can possibly imagine. The plaster is crumbling as we take down the paneling. There's no repairing it, but that was a cost we had budgeted in, because we didn't want to keep any original plaster in the kitchen anyway. Also, the laths are bad - that's going to come out and new framing must go in. I'm actually going to reuse the existing framing 2x4's that was used to cover the beautiful original beadboard and lower the ceilings on the front porch. It's in good shape, and it would be a shame to waste good solid pine wood.
Another challenge with the space(s) is electrical/plumbing work. The electrical wires for the appliances are coming out of the floor - which means there will be holes in the hardwoods, but fortunately, the cabinets will be covering them. All of the switches/outlets must be realigned and retested to make sure they all work. New electrical work must be done to add a light fixture in the butler's pantry (which will be renovated to relocate the fridge and surrounded by built-in cabinets for more storage - storage is the biggest issue in this house).
As for plumbing, it's coming out of the floor again, so we're going to see if we can get some advice from a plumber on how we can build the cabinets around it so it won't be so obviously retarded looking.
Here are some not-so-tasty photos of the current state of the kitchen.
^^View into the mud room: They wood-paneled this kitchen to DEATH. I can't wait to rip that crap down, and get drywall up. This wall will have a pantry cabinet, sink, dishwasher, and more cabinets.
^^View into the butler's pantry: This location will house the range, and otr microwave, also a peninsula countertop over some cabinets to store pots and pans.
^^This is what the plaster looks like when we tore off part of the paneling. I picked off some of the plaster by hand.^^What the plaster looks like from a distance.
^^Scott wanted to see the chimney stack and the condition it was in. Definitely not good, so we're going to drywall over the paneling.Office Update
Well, I've started on it. The hodge podge of random stuff is out of there and sprinkled all through the house. We sold the super-dusty ceiling fan at the yard sale, so we haven't had overhead light in awhile...which makes us even more anxious to get this room up and functional.
A few things we're going to do:
1. Remove the crumbled plaster in the closet. The plaster is so bad that while we were removing the hanging rod, we heard plaster keys crumbling on the inside, which is not a good sign that this plaster is in good shape. So, we're going to knock it out, leave the laths and put up quarter-inch drywall over it. Then we're going to install a shelving solution so it can store more stuff.
2. Prepare the wall and trim surfaces by patching any holes, cracks, gashes, peeling paint, and other ugly stuff. Then paint it a cool earthy green.
3. Install a new light fixture.
4. Refinish the original 1920's hardwood floors.
5. Replace all switchplates and covers.
We can't wait to get our office ready for stuff, because the space holds all of our books (and we have a lot!) art, filing cabinet, media cabinet, TV, desk, 2 bookcases, a large comfy chair with an ottoman, lamp, side table and decorative stuff. We used this room alot at our last house, so we hope we can get it up to par.
A few things we're going to do:
1. Remove the crumbled plaster in the closet. The plaster is so bad that while we were removing the hanging rod, we heard plaster keys crumbling on the inside, which is not a good sign that this plaster is in good shape. So, we're going to knock it out, leave the laths and put up quarter-inch drywall over it. Then we're going to install a shelving solution so it can store more stuff.
2. Prepare the wall and trim surfaces by patching any holes, cracks, gashes, peeling paint, and other ugly stuff. Then paint it a cool earthy green.
3. Install a new light fixture.
4. Refinish the original 1920's hardwood floors.
5. Replace all switchplates and covers.
We can't wait to get our office ready for stuff, because the space holds all of our books (and we have a lot!) art, filing cabinet, media cabinet, TV, desk, 2 bookcases, a large comfy chair with an ottoman, lamp, side table and decorative stuff. We used this room alot at our last house, so we hope we can get it up to par.
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
Starting on the Office
Ok, I figured I needed some distractions so I think I'm going to start on the office. I'm going to get this room ready hopefully in 2 weeks (that's working only nights and weekends.)
Wish me luck. When I get all of this stuff out then I'll take some photos of the space. It's a decent sized room. It's going to be painted green (my favorite color!)
Wish me luck. When I get all of this stuff out then I'll take some photos of the space. It's a decent sized room. It's going to be painted green (my favorite color!)
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Alone. Microwave. Ice Cream.
Today, Scott left for his Knoxville Radiology rotation. He'll be there for a month, then he'll be in Charleston for the following month for another Radiology rotation. So for the most part, I'll be at home by myself for the next couple of months. He'll make it back into town on weekends while he's in Knoxville, but probably not at all while he's in Charleston. It kind of sucks, but that's what it takes.
As you know, our kitchen is empty at the moment. The only thing that is in there is the fridge. Thank goodness we at least have a fridge. We haven't had a microwave since we left our other house, so we went to Target and bought a microwave so that I may eat at home instead of at McDonald's every day. I seriously hate fast food especially the way it makes me feel after I eat it, but it's convenient and cheap. We were hesitant to buy a microwave for many reasons because of the renovation. We didn't want to purchase a free-standing microwave now because we were going to purchase an over-the-range later when we start on the kitchen. I'm kind of at the mercy of my health and my wallet. More so my health - my acid reflux/heart burn has been incredibly intense in the last few months. And I've put on a few pounds since the move, so I'm going back to the frozen dinner diet. I also renewed my gym membership so I'll try to hit that at least 3 to 4 times a week again. I like being busy, but home is supposed to be where I relax, and it's not been quite relaxing here at the Embry House lately.
While Scott is gone it will be difficult to get many tasks done. I'm just going to focus on some overlooked details and perhaps a room or two.
Guess I can go shopping for some frozen foods! Yay! More ice cream!
As you know, our kitchen is empty at the moment. The only thing that is in there is the fridge. Thank goodness we at least have a fridge. We haven't had a microwave since we left our other house, so we went to Target and bought a microwave so that I may eat at home instead of at McDonald's every day. I seriously hate fast food especially the way it makes me feel after I eat it, but it's convenient and cheap. We were hesitant to buy a microwave for many reasons because of the renovation. We didn't want to purchase a free-standing microwave now because we were going to purchase an over-the-range later when we start on the kitchen. I'm kind of at the mercy of my health and my wallet. More so my health - my acid reflux/heart burn has been incredibly intense in the last few months. And I've put on a few pounds since the move, so I'm going back to the frozen dinner diet. I also renewed my gym membership so I'll try to hit that at least 3 to 4 times a week again. I like being busy, but home is supposed to be where I relax, and it's not been quite relaxing here at the Embry House lately.
While Scott is gone it will be difficult to get many tasks done. I'm just going to focus on some overlooked details and perhaps a room or two.
Guess I can go shopping for some frozen foods! Yay! More ice cream!
Friday, August 21, 2009
Tasty Windows courtesy of IKEA
Well, they aren't that tasty just yet, but I do have some treatments up. Just a taste of the progress that's coming along on Locust.
Dining windows:
Some lamp shades we bought from IKEA: 
Living room window:
Storage boxes from IKEA:
View of the dining from the living:
Our first ceiling fan we've purchased for the house:
Dining windows:
Some lamp shades we bought from IKEA: 
Living room window:
Storage boxes from IKEA:
View of the dining from the living:
Our first ceiling fan we've purchased for the house:
Yea I know we need some crown - waiting on finding the right person to put it up.
The kitchen is gone baby gone!
Mmm...the smell of demolition. We sold our cabinets at the Tree Strees yard sale last Saturday to a really nice couple who is going to come in and take them out. We spent last night after we got back in from Charlotte taking out the appliances and cleaning out the cabinets.
They came in this morning and began removing remnants of this old home. Here are some tasty pix of the demo.
We took all of the appliances out in this photo.
Here are the lawn treasures from our old kitchen. I guess the buyers are airing them out before they pack them in their trailer to take back to Kingsport. They do have a 30 year old stench.
My nasty old kitchen sink....too bad we didn't have more time together. Guess I'll have to clean my paint brushes in the bathtub.
A view of the kitchen from the dining including the butler's pantry.
No more stank-nasty cabinets!
They came in this morning and began removing remnants of this old home. Here are some tasty pix of the demo.
We took all of the appliances out in this photo.
Here are the lawn treasures from our old kitchen. I guess the buyers are airing them out before they pack them in their trailer to take back to Kingsport. They do have a 30 year old stench.
My nasty old kitchen sink....too bad we didn't have more time together. Guess I'll have to clean my paint brushes in the bathtub.
A view of the kitchen from the dining including the butler's pantry.
No more stank-nasty cabinets!
Wednesday, August 19, 2009
My first visit to IKEA!
I went to IKEA for the first time today in Charlotte, NC. I've heard a lot of great things about it, but the experience was by far better than what I imagined. The store was huuuuuuuge, and people from all over were visiting this particular store.
I was so excited, I couldn't help myself from snapping photos of the entrance - they made it feel like it was an expo center. When you walk in, they give you a tour map of the levels, and show you where to go. The whole store is like a museum tour of furniture (I remember telling Scott how I was drooling over everything I saw). The best part of the experience, was the prices. Everything was completely affordable.
Right after the tour guide person/lady told us where to go, this dresser is the first piece that I saw, that I think Scott and I may purchase a little later when we start on our bedroom.
We have all plans to do a white kitchen, so everywhere we go we are always looking for white cabinets. I hope that Scott and I agree to do an IKEA kitchen because it's so much cheaper and the style is highly functional. The quality is definitely better than the stock cabinets at Lowes or Home Depot.
I took a picture of this because the sink was sooo tiny and it was located in a tiny little bathroom but it didn't feel crowded because the equipment was soo tiny. That's what IKEA is all about - modular furniture for small spaces.
This room matches my personality. Highly organized chaos. I love to have alot of stuff, but organized.
So, I have a thing for chairs....cool chairs. I have to sit in as many as I can find, and give an opinion on each one. I tend to go for funky sophisticated chairs that I would actually put in my house. This one is just my size. :)
This is not a white kitchen but for some reason, I really liked the style. There's lots of storage in these cabinets.
I think I would die in a kitchen this small.
This is probably my favorite kitchen and the one I will consider purchasing for our house.
Aahhh....I'm incredibly wiped from spending 3 wonderful hours at IKEA. Time for some Swedish Meatballs!!!
Boy, I sure love this place!
I brought some goodies home....not Jelly Rats, but some Swedish cookies and chocolate.
Well, I did buy some stuff besides food. We bought curtains for every room in the house except the bathrooms. kitchen, and mud room. Window draperies are the BEST DEAL at IKEA. I got 10 panels for $150! Pottery Barn/RH/Crate&Barrel/etc. sells on average 1 panel for that price! AND these panels are 98" with hemming kit so you can hem to your desired lengths! My windows need 96" and I have not been able to find any 96" panels for less than $50ea panel. Not to mention I've only found 2 in Johnson City at Lowes.
I think we're going to head back tomorrow to pick up a few more decorative items. We found some art we'd like to pick up there. I think we're going to head up to Blowing Rock, NC and Boone to look at some art galleries. We're thinking about purchasing a statement piece for the living room.
I was so excited, I couldn't help myself from snapping photos of the entrance - they made it feel like it was an expo center. When you walk in, they give you a tour map of the levels, and show you where to go. The whole store is like a museum tour of furniture (I remember telling Scott how I was drooling over everything I saw). The best part of the experience, was the prices. Everything was completely affordable.
Right after the tour guide person/lady told us where to go, this dresser is the first piece that I saw, that I think Scott and I may purchase a little later when we start on our bedroom.
We have all plans to do a white kitchen, so everywhere we go we are always looking for white cabinets. I hope that Scott and I agree to do an IKEA kitchen because it's so much cheaper and the style is highly functional. The quality is definitely better than the stock cabinets at Lowes or Home Depot.
I took a picture of this because the sink was sooo tiny and it was located in a tiny little bathroom but it didn't feel crowded because the equipment was soo tiny. That's what IKEA is all about - modular furniture for small spaces.
This room matches my personality. Highly organized chaos. I love to have alot of stuff, but organized.
So, I have a thing for chairs....cool chairs. I have to sit in as many as I can find, and give an opinion on each one. I tend to go for funky sophisticated chairs that I would actually put in my house. This one is just my size. :)
This is not a white kitchen but for some reason, I really liked the style. There's lots of storage in these cabinets.
I think I would die in a kitchen this small.
This is probably my favorite kitchen and the one I will consider purchasing for our house.
Aahhh....I'm incredibly wiped from spending 3 wonderful hours at IKEA. Time for some Swedish Meatballs!!!
Boy, I sure love this place!
I brought some goodies home....not Jelly Rats, but some Swedish cookies and chocolate.
Well, I did buy some stuff besides food. We bought curtains for every room in the house except the bathrooms. kitchen, and mud room. Window draperies are the BEST DEAL at IKEA. I got 10 panels for $150! Pottery Barn/RH/Crate&Barrel/etc. sells on average 1 panel for that price! AND these panels are 98" with hemming kit so you can hem to your desired lengths! My windows need 96" and I have not been able to find any 96" panels for less than $50ea panel. Not to mention I've only found 2 in Johnson City at Lowes.I think we're going to head back tomorrow to pick up a few more decorative items. We found some art we'd like to pick up there. I think we're going to head up to Blowing Rock, NC and Boone to look at some art galleries. We're thinking about purchasing a statement piece for the living room.
Tuesday, August 18, 2009
My first Shirt.Woot
Are you full enough? Indeed.
Ain’t got enough cash to get yourself fed?
I don’t care if you got no bread
I’ll rock your crackers, I’ll rock tortillas,
I’ll rock those buns that go around your wieners
I’ll be last minute or I’ll be pre-planned
I’ll feed a whole lunchroom, make a picnic grand
On the roof of your mouth, I’ll make you say “Damn”
Now ya’ll get ready cause here comes the jam
Lunch
LUNNN NNNNCH
We’ll feed the multitudes
And that’s nutrition that you can use
Lunch
LUNN NNNNCH
We’ll feed the multitudes
And that’s nutrition you can use
I add a little something and my something is sweet
I’m like a dessert that’s okay for you to eat
As a meal. Or at least when mixed
With the protein powered powerhouse that can make some people sick
You think you’re allergic? Hey, yo, walk fast
We’ll cut your crusts off and then we’ll both laugh
Cause me and P don’t care if you think our mix is icky
We ain’t goin’ home until the wheels of steel are sticky
Lunch
LUNNN NNNNCH
We’ll feed the multitudes
And that’s nutrition that you can use
Lunch
LUNN NNNNCH
We’ll feed the multitudes
And that’s nutrition you can use
Wear this shirt: when you’re making mashups in your bedroom. No, it’s okay, we know our target market here.
Don’t wear this shirt: when eating a grilled cheese. It would be unethical.
This shirt tells the world: “Girl, you don’t love me. You just love my chunky style.”
We call this color: I Had One Lemon Rind And My Mom Got Scared, And Now I’m The Official Lunch Of Bel-Air
Design Placement: Centered
Design Size:
3X – S: 11” x 11.15”
WXL - K4: 8.25” x 8.36”
Pantone Color(s): White – 5215C – 2587C – 5205C – 729C – 731C
Please check our sizing chart before you order. The Woot Tee follows a classic closer-fitting style. If you prefer a baggier look, order a larger size. If there is not a larger size, consider starting a belly-hanging-out trend.
Random Tasty Video #2
I went to Charleston with some friends for spring break in 2009. This video is just of a couple of guys climbing on each other.
Monday, August 17, 2009
Random Tasty Video #1
Ok, so this video was shot back in 2007 at a friends birthday party at my old house. We threw her a birthday party and somehow this video was shot with no sound. See if you can decipher what is said here.
Here's the picture that was taken:
Closer to becoming American, and farther away from Alien
In a couple of days, I am heading down to Charlotte to get fingerprinted so I will be on DHS's registry. And of course cross-reference me just incase I'm a criminal of some sort which will prevent me from becoming a US Citizen. Boy, I sure hope they don't find out too much ;) Anyway, it's exciting, because it seems like they are very on top of getting this citizenship thing processed. I just want to hurry up and get my citizenship done so I can be protected by US laws. Right now, if I were to travel outside of the states, I wouldn't be considered priority in an emergency situation. Which would kinda suck if we were ever in a hostile state. Soo, I'm anxious to see what happens next. So far, in just 1 month, they've acknowledged that they received my application, cashed the $700, and now I'm going in for fingerprints. So far so good. I didn't expect to get fingerprinted for at least 2 months.
The rules of this citizenship thing is that I "surrender" my alien card. I'm kind of sad that I will be losing my card here soon. But I guess that's what happens when you're not an alien anymore.
Here's what they look like.
Anyway, wish me luck on my journey to becoming a real life American. :D
The rules of this citizenship thing is that I "surrender" my alien card. I'm kind of sad that I will be losing my card here soon. But I guess that's what happens when you're not an alien anymore.
Here's what they look like.
Anyway, wish me luck on my journey to becoming a real life American. :D
Sunday, August 16, 2009
Yard Sailors
Our neighborhood had a yard sale yesterday - a massive, chaotic, yard sale. I witnessed some characters who just wanted to attact attention to themselves. Here is a list of what happened yesterday:
1. We didn't set out the night before, and got a late start in the morning. Scott spent most of his time pulling stuff out of the house and throwing it onto the lawn, while I set it out for sale and tended to the customers.
2. We sold almost every light fixutre we had, including allowing people to come into our house to see which ones they liked, and if they liked it, we would take it down for them.
3. We had a sign that said, "kitchen cabinets & appliances for sale inside".
4. We had several groups of people come into our house to check out the cabinets.
5. 1 guy haggled us on the cabinets, and scott said, No. We ended up selling it to a couple in Kingsport, who is coming over next weekend to take them down.
6. We had alot of friends and a few co-workers stop buy to see the house. Even Scott saw some people he worked with stop over.
7. I saw a guy in black skintight leather pants in a sailor hat wearing a bra with a gold disco top on riding a bike and singing out loud, "Blackwater" by the Doobie Brothers, with a few of his very frat-ish/hippie friends.
8. A group of kids had caught a wild squirrel in my yard and put it in a bird cage. Then I told a few bystanders they caught a squirrel, and a woman immediately yelled out loud, "You're gonna get rabies!!"
9. This really obnoxious kid from across the street, yelled "SHAVED ICE!! COME AND GET YOUR SHAVED ICE! IT'S JUST A BUCK FIFTY YA'LL!" over and over and over again, and by noon, I was soo hungry, I almost went over there to get me some.
10. My neighbors sold kitchen countertops at their yard sale. They were also trying to make some money by selling random furniture stuff for like $400.
11. My neighbor from down the street worked for the neighborhood organization and she made me pay her $8 for the yard sale. She also told me she made $700 on Friday alone!
12. People always wanted half of whatever price I quoted them.
Customer: "How much you want for this christmas tree?"
Me: "Well, I dunno, how about $2 for that 6ft Christmas tree with lights and a stand, with various decorations included?"
Customer: "How 'bout I give you $1 for it?"
Me: (Without hesitation) "Sure, why not, you wouldn't be getting a deal at $2, but at $1? Absolutely."
13. My boss's mom and church talked me into buying a blue chair with an ottoman for $5. But I paid them $10 instead.
14. We sold 2 bikes for $18. Now that's a deal on a bike.
15. A woman came over and asked Scott about a set of blinds and asked him if they worked, and Scott said yea of course, then he picked it up, pulled the strings and it fell out. Needless to say, she left.
16. I received several business cards and phones of people who do housework. I'm going to call them next week.
17. We currently have no lightfixtures in our house except the kitchen and bath. Because we sold them all.
18. I wish I had of taken some photos of the sale. :(
1. We didn't set out the night before, and got a late start in the morning. Scott spent most of his time pulling stuff out of the house and throwing it onto the lawn, while I set it out for sale and tended to the customers.
2. We sold almost every light fixutre we had, including allowing people to come into our house to see which ones they liked, and if they liked it, we would take it down for them.
3. We had a sign that said, "kitchen cabinets & appliances for sale inside".
4. We had several groups of people come into our house to check out the cabinets.
5. 1 guy haggled us on the cabinets, and scott said, No. We ended up selling it to a couple in Kingsport, who is coming over next weekend to take them down.
6. We had alot of friends and a few co-workers stop buy to see the house. Even Scott saw some people he worked with stop over.
7. I saw a guy in black skintight leather pants in a sailor hat wearing a bra with a gold disco top on riding a bike and singing out loud, "Blackwater" by the Doobie Brothers, with a few of his very frat-ish/hippie friends.
8. A group of kids had caught a wild squirrel in my yard and put it in a bird cage. Then I told a few bystanders they caught a squirrel, and a woman immediately yelled out loud, "You're gonna get rabies!!"
9. This really obnoxious kid from across the street, yelled "SHAVED ICE!! COME AND GET YOUR SHAVED ICE! IT'S JUST A BUCK FIFTY YA'LL!" over and over and over again, and by noon, I was soo hungry, I almost went over there to get me some.
10. My neighbors sold kitchen countertops at their yard sale. They were also trying to make some money by selling random furniture stuff for like $400.
11. My neighbor from down the street worked for the neighborhood organization and she made me pay her $8 for the yard sale. She also told me she made $700 on Friday alone!
12. People always wanted half of whatever price I quoted them.
Customer: "How much you want for this christmas tree?"
Me: "Well, I dunno, how about $2 for that 6ft Christmas tree with lights and a stand, with various decorations included?"
Customer: "How 'bout I give you $1 for it?"
Me: (Without hesitation) "Sure, why not, you wouldn't be getting a deal at $2, but at $1? Absolutely."
13. My boss's mom and church talked me into buying a blue chair with an ottoman for $5. But I paid them $10 instead.
14. We sold 2 bikes for $18. Now that's a deal on a bike.
15. A woman came over and asked Scott about a set of blinds and asked him if they worked, and Scott said yea of course, then he picked it up, pulled the strings and it fell out. Needless to say, she left.
16. I received several business cards and phones of people who do housework. I'm going to call them next week.
17. We currently have no lightfixtures in our house except the kitchen and bath. Because we sold them all.
18. I wish I had of taken some photos of the sale. :(
Tuesday, August 11, 2009
Got my teeth cleaned today! Yay!
I went to the dentist about 4 weeks ago, shamefully, it was only my second visit ever. Anyways, I blame it on my parents although I shouldn't be ashamed of it - they never took us to the dentist because we were poor and didn't have dental insurance.
Needless to say, I was due for a good cleaning. I went in today to finish up my cleaning. Last time all they did was debridement, and they spent 2 hours just knocking off tartar buildup. Man it feels soo much better with all that stuff knocked out. It was painful a bit, but I stuck it out. I didn't ask to be gassed. Besides the multiple cavities (five to be exact) my dental hygienist said that my teeth weren't as bad as they could have been. The cavities weren't so severe that I needed 5 root canals, or whatever other major restorative work would have been needed. She did say that I brushed my teeth well, and to keep it up. :) I feel like such a kid in there, because the rooms have animal prints and cartoons all over the walls and equipment. Not to mention, I could tell the staff was very used to seeing kids by the way they spoke to me.
Well, I have a few more appointments set up to fill in all of my cavities. Yay! Next step after this may be braces.... ;) My gaps are so big I could stick a pencil in between some of them!
Needless to say, I was due for a good cleaning. I went in today to finish up my cleaning. Last time all they did was debridement, and they spent 2 hours just knocking off tartar buildup. Man it feels soo much better with all that stuff knocked out. It was painful a bit, but I stuck it out. I didn't ask to be gassed. Besides the multiple cavities (five to be exact) my dental hygienist said that my teeth weren't as bad as they could have been. The cavities weren't so severe that I needed 5 root canals, or whatever other major restorative work would have been needed. She did say that I brushed my teeth well, and to keep it up. :) I feel like such a kid in there, because the rooms have animal prints and cartoons all over the walls and equipment. Not to mention, I could tell the staff was very used to seeing kids by the way they spoke to me.
Well, I have a few more appointments set up to fill in all of my cavities. Yay! Next step after this may be braces.... ;) My gaps are so big I could stick a pencil in between some of them!
Sunday, August 9, 2009
Almost done with the living room!
Ah! I'm so excited! This chaos has stressed me out for 3 weeks. We're almost done, just a few little things, and then we'll be able to move furniture back into it. We have the brick almost completely painted. It just needs a few top coats, and it will be ready. Besides trimwork, and the lighting (we're getting a new ceiling fan and a set of sconces for next to the fireplace), the entrance door is the last thing. It needs to be removed, sanded and varnished/shellacked, then hinges replaced. And the doorway casings need to be painted, the weatherstripping needs to be replaced, and then it should be ready.
Here's what it looked like before -
Here's what it looked like before -
We removed the wood above the fireplace - and put up 1/4" drywall over it.
Here are some photos of the progress:
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