Sometmes he's the only thing that gets me through the night.
Linking up with My Little Drummer Boys' Wordless Wednesday.
Wednesday, 30 November 2011
Wordless Wednesday
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The Love Of My Life,
Wordless Wednesdays
Sometmes he's the only thing that gets me through the night.
Linking up with My Little Drummer Boys' Wordless Wednesday.
Passing time...and Venting.
John Randolph.
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| Sending my tiny Prep boy off to Big School for the first time! |
We're literally just days away from his 4th year of schooling! He's almost finished year 3! This kind of blows my mind a bit, because Year 4 is almost another part of the school. The Year 3 children sit with the younger year levels, in parade, at morning tea and lunch...Their classrooms are all in the same area.
Next year he moves up a level. He'll eat lunch with the big kids, have parade with the big kids. He loved being in the younger set, he liked playing with children younger than him. Will the older boys be mean to him?
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| Just look at him now! |
It seems 99% certain now that he will stay in the same school. So much has changed in the last 24 hours, I can't tell you. It's been a complete turn around.
We yesterday were told we had been approved for a home (renting) in a nearby suburb, the same that Joel's sister and brother in law (and our two precious nieces) and Joel's parents live. It meant a new school, which we were sad about, but it was a wonderful, perfect house for us, with a built in fort/cubby for the boys. It was all approved, waiting on one more call and our signatures.
The real estate agent we are currently with sold us up the river. Told them we wouldn't look after the house, that we'd failed inspections. We have not, once, in our 15 years of renting together EVER failed an inspection. Including with this house.
In fact, we haven't even HAD an inspection from them in 6 months. The one before that the woman came in (she seemed lovely) and sat at my kitchen table and had coffee with me. Didn't even look. She said she could tell right away that it was clean, there was no damage, she didn't need to go any further. The one before that I missed because it was the day I was rushed into hospital via ambulance for what turned out to be a massive kidney infection and kidney stones. They wouldn't put the inspection off (they have their own keys, and I didn't deadbolt it because I didn't know I was going to collapse on the school run and need an ambulance). I confess, the house wasn't clean that day. I hadn't made the beds and the breakfast dishes weren't done (I have ASD children and am in an enormous amount of pain. Mornings are my worst time. I don't always get my house clean before the school run).
He came back a week later (after I complained) and said it was fine, but by then the lawn was longer and he said it needed cutting. Fair enough, but it had been fine the week before. Whatever. I explained my situation, he said that was no excuse and it was my responsibility. And if I was too sick, Joel could do it.
Anyway, every other inspection was fine. We've not had a complaint, a problem, anything. We got the phone call this afternoon that this particular agent (who I had originally complained about, Ben the Bastard ™) is who they spoke to today. He told them that we wouldn't look after the house. That there was no damage, but the fans were dusty, the window tracks never clean, lawns overgrown (Joel's dad owns a lawn mowing business. He does our lawns for us. It wasn't an issue). Basically, he made up a whole load of crap. And they 'misplaced' the ledger from the last two real estate agents that we have (that they themselves had told us were perfect).
We've been here almost 2 years. This is the first we're hearing of it.To say that we are shattered is an understatement. Because the problem is, it won't matter where we apply. They are going to give the same report, and I have no idea what we can do about it.
So we're stuck here. I have no problem with where we live. But we're back to not knowing how to get Alexander to school and back again. We turned down the job in Cairns (though they've not found anyone and Joel could get it back in a heartbeat, it's cutting it fine re school year).
In 15 years, we've never, ever missed out on a home. We've had glowing reports from every home we've lived in (we've only ever had to leave a home because owners were selling). This isn't just frustrating, it's humiliating. Having our record tainted like that, after working so hard to keep it perfect? Devastating.
The only upside is Alexander will almost certainly stay in his school, with the two best friends he has made. That thought is an enormous relief to me (the dreams I've been having about him starting again in a new school....I keep crying). He's pleased too. So it's not all bad. It's just the principle of the matter.
And the fact that we hadn't grabbed a book order (too late now) or ordered uniforms for next year. We have just a few days to do that now.
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Monday, 28 November 2011
Pineterest...ing AND Sunday Sessions, all in one post!
Labels:
Pinterest,
Sunday Sessions
Because they're kind of linked, you see.
Joining in to Tina's Pinterest.....ing link up, one of my favourite bloggy things to do - all of that pretty! I'm so addicted to Pinterest now!
Not nearly the same emotional punch, but I quite loved this Bruno Mars song, which appeared in the credits. Made me want to hang around to listen. Another first time for me, I'd not heard it before (though I'd heard he had done a song for the soundtrack).
Joining in to Tina's Pinterest.....ing link up, one of my favourite bloggy things to do - all of that pretty! I'm so addicted to Pinterest now!
Guess Where I Was Yesterday? First Time in Nearly a Year!
And then linking up with Thea's Sunday Sessions. Two songs I heard for the first time yesterday, and loved.
This is the song played during the wedding. The wedding we've waited for for 3-4 years. And yet, instead of focusing on the screen in front of me, the moment he starts on the chorus, my eyes are closed and my heart hurts, it's so beautiful. Just wanted to soak this beautiful song up. This is my new favourite song.
For Emily
Labels:
CyberCrush,
death and loss,
My Girls,
YouTubeVideos
Emily, beautiful girl, I'm so sorry for your loss. I'm sorry for your entire family's loss. I'm especially thinking of your Granddad, and I hope his children are holding him up with loving arms today.
I wish I was with you right now to hold you up with mine. You're an amazing friend and I love to to bits.
For Em's Nana- rest now, free from pain. You were loved and left and amazing legacy behind you.
Thursday, 24 November 2011
Getting it off my chest once and for all....
(whispers...) And then we shall never speak of this abomination again, mkay?
Ok. So I already made my deep, humiliating confession to you last week. We were all very amused. Ha Ha. Joel threatened me with divorce. I felt like I'd sold my soul to a Devil with a facelift and far too much LVT luggage.
But my final verdict. I've watched all 6 seasons. I've watched all 5 seasons of spin offs. (Yes. Joel is utterly speechless. It's so far past mocking, I think he's just not sure what the hell just happened, but his world shifted on it's axis. Poor dear). And before you get to your mocking, dear readers....let's just call it "blog research"? Yes? Far less humiliating to me. Almost respectable (streeeeeeetching it a little, perhaps?) Like one of those government studies researching the number of hairs on the average 3 year old otter. The kind of stuff that sooo deserves that $600 000 government research grant it got.
So. The Kardashian-Jenner family. Quite the clan, no?
Bruce Jenner.
I have to say. I actually like him. I feel terrible for him that he had to go through that painful ball removing procedure, but I like him. I think he is under appreciated by every single woman/girl in that family. He deserves far more credit from the girls as their father - he raised them from a very young age. I do not understand how he can stand the
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| Don't be fooled. Those are not just large earrings. Those are, in fact, Bruce's balls, all glammed up. |
Someone living vicariously through her babies? Stage Mama? Desperate for the spotlight? Kris? Noooooo!
Although, I'm not sure how many managers attend their 'client's' events dressed like this!
Kourtney and Scott
Meh. She irritates me. He's a douche, but a douche who's not going anywhere. They love him. They hate him. They love him. They hate him. Rinse. Lather. Repeat. There's a (very cute, I have to say) baby now, and desire for another...so I guess he's staying in the picture.
Khloe (& Lamar) because, let's face it. It's always going to be (& Lamar).
She's pretty aggressive though....scary! I do like her and Lamar though. Whirlwind though it may have been, I mostly really like Lamar (because he thinks they're all a bunch of freaks but loves them anyway, like a sweet son-in-law) and think they're a pretty good match. I want them to work, I think I might be invested in them. I hate that I might be invested in them.
I think it's because I honestly, completely believe him every time he tells her how beautiful she is. I know what it's like to be the 'bigger' sister. I know what that does to your self esteem. So to watch him tell her that she's perfect to him, that he doesn't care if she puts on weight, that she's beautiful...I love that about him. Because I don't think that's for the cameras. I think he means it.
Rob Kardashian.
Kylie and Kendall Jenner
Yeah. They probably hate by now always been referred to as Kylie and Kendall, rather than individually. Tough. Spoiled girls, who's mother undermines their real parent (Bruce) at every turn. In my opinion, both too young (and in Kendall's case, IMO far to thin)to be doing what they're doing....
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| 15 when this shoot happened |
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| 14 in this shot. |
I joked (before I watched any of the shows) that it HAD to be a chiropractic problem...that height difference is insane!
But in all seriousness. First of all, did they actually like each other? Not the idea of each other, but did they like each other personally? He clearly was freaked out by what a materialistic snob she was. She clearly didn't think she was punctual/smooth/rich/materialistic enough for her. As close to the rehearsal dinner, both wanted out, and weren't really hiding it at all.
I saw in that episode (the one before the ceremony) her yelling at him that she'd "been dreaming every detail of this wedding since I was 10 years old" and him firing back "Yeah. And you could just slip any groom into the picture".
He's almost right. I can't believe any person close or otherwise thought that this could work. That she had any groom in her head but this one...
There's not a chance in hell (and I say this after 2 weeks of watching the entire series) she was even close to over Reggie Bush.
Sounds a bit like that might be mutual. He's been dating an actual KK lookalike. I'm not saying they have similar features. I'm saying she's played Kim in ads and other TV shows. My tip is that they're back together by our winter next year.
Ok. All done. They're out of our
Tuesday, 22 November 2011
The 63 Reasons
I don't usually pay that much attention when People Magazine names it's sexiest man alive. I know in the past, winners have included George Clooney, Brad Pitt, Johnny Depp, Hugh Jackman, (PLEASE tell me Matt Damon and Ryan Reynolds have managed to be included in this list).
But I did notice that this year's naming of Bradley Cooper has sparked a controversy/internet outcry I've never noticed before. And I have to say, I'm inclined to agree.
I mean, he's cute, I guess. I'm a fan of blue eyes, always have been.
But really? The sexiest man alive? Even just this past year? Really?
I know. This is fluff. I'm keeping things on the blog fluffy for now while they're not fluffy here. So bare with me.
BUT. I do have evidence to back me up. Evidence that they really did make a mistake.
Exhibit A. It's really the only one I need...I realise that 63 reasons may seem like a lot. But I encourage you to scroll your way through them all. I think you'll agree, they do at least brighten your day. :D
Just sayin.....
But I did notice that this year's naming of Bradley Cooper has sparked a controversy/internet outcry I've never noticed before. And I have to say, I'm inclined to agree.
I mean, he's cute, I guess. I'm a fan of blue eyes, always have been.
But really? The sexiest man alive? Even just this past year? Really?
I know. This is fluff. I'm keeping things on the blog fluffy for now while they're not fluffy here. So bare with me.
BUT. I do have evidence to back me up. Evidence that they really did make a mistake.
Exhibit A. It's really the only one I need...I realise that 63 reasons may seem like a lot. But I encourage you to scroll your way through them all. I think you'll agree, they do at least brighten your day. :D
Sunday, 20 November 2011
Pinteresting....Fake it 'til you make it!
Joining up again with the prettiest blog link up of every week - Tina's Pinterest...ing challenge.
Instructions from Tina's blog -
Please play along by…
- Blogging about your favourite pins from the past week. They can be random pins or themed. Totally up to you.
- Grabbing the button (from my sidebar) and adding it to your post and/or your sidebar.
- Adding your blog link to the linky below.
- Visit some of the other links and give some comment love.
Happy Pinning!
(Ooh - look. It goes all pretty when you C&P from her blog. Awesome!).
Things have been kind of rough here. I've barely seen more than the 4 walls of my bedroom for 3 weeks now. I think this hole is a pretty deep one. Strangely, it's not really a psych issue, I'm not depressed (well more than anyone would be in this much pain) I just can't really move. There is no part of my body that doesn't hurt at the moment.
So. I need some happy and bright and sunshine - which takes me automatically to my yellow Pin Board.
Could it be more beautiful?
Wouldn't you just love a cosy breakfast nook like this?
Maybe in your stunning yellow home?
With it's yellow kitchen...
It's yellow bathroom...
Even bedroom...
Honestly, if I had the body..I'd LOVE to wear this. I think I'd wear the hell out of this skirt..
This pic reminds me of my friend Averil. She just loves teacups, and beautiful yellows..
I've been in love with this since I first saw it years ago, not long after I started blogging!
If we ever get a pup, {because my mean husband doesn't want a cat}, this is the baby I'd want...
I love this....it's just daring you not to be happy...
Despite my famous love of all things soft pink, as a child I was all about the yellow. For my first 25 years, had you asked me my favourite colour, I would have immediately said yellow.
Look at these sweet primrose flowers.
I'd have wanted a white bedroom with girlish yellow touches....
Is there anything more sweet and beautiful than a Belle and Boo print? If I had a daughter, her room would be covered in them, I fear...
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