Many moons ago I discussed the noise and drug problems of my abhorred neighbors...There were many phone calls to police in the wee hours of the morning when I should have been sleeping and a general fear of being outside and running into them. Sooo after also speaking with their landlord and numerous complaints the noise finally got down to an acceptable level. I was no longer living next to a constant rave.
There was still the matter of illegal drug use and oh so many "undesirables" lurking around. I thought that was just something that I would have to deal with through the remainder of my occupancy here...Today was my lucky day!
Upon returning from work I smelt the unmistakable odor of illegal happenings...I called the landlord to notify him and he was on it! He raced over with the police and staged a confrontation. After having an intense discussion (from what he relayed to me) with the tenant AND discovering that one of the other "occupants" is wanted for fraud...he agreed to vacate the premises in 15 days. HALLELUJAH!!! My wish has finally been granted and I think I will be able to reside on the patio without fear or reservation. At last!
The day in which they finally move is sure to be a glorious one. I look forward to it and hope that the next tenants (or owners, which would be even better) are normal and courteous.
Tuesday, August 30, 2011
Friday, August 26, 2011
The Delay In Dust Deletion
Soooo the air duct cleaners were on time today, BUT due to the poor design of the utility area in this 45 year old house...they did not have enough room to access both the air lines...fail.
I was oh so looking forward to breathing normally and not thinking about all the dust, bug feces, and god knows what else I am constantly inhaling. But all good things come to those who wait...I guess. We were informed that a different route may have to be taken - perhaps cutting into the ceiling or doing a less effective but still better-than-nothing cleaning of the vents and not the mainline. We shall see - we are awaiting the next phone call.
BUT there is other exciting news that I have not shared yet. I have learned once again that going to a dealership to "look at cars" is indeed a dangerous thing. Especially when you come to not like your current car and all you can think of is the continual depreciation in value that is taking place. Do not get me wrong - Honda is fantastic! Great gas mileage, quality materials, sporty looks...but when you buy the same car twice in a row in different model years and not the much has changed: you have no bluetooth, no nav features, no heated seats...well ok so maybe I did want a more luxurious vehicle...
So what better idea than to stay in the family I know and love but move on to better options...yes indeed I found myself at the Acura dealer. The whole experience was different. Everyone at the dealer had fancy accents from all around the world and offered to show you the "lounge" with ample refreshments. I felt like I was in Beverly Hills for a few hours :) When our sales person offered us a test drive I should have known it was all over and my Honda was not leaving this lot....
The test-drive and acceptable appraisal of my Honda was all it took. Before I knew it we were driving away in a brand new vehicle with all the options I had desired. There are a few minor downsides (but I have decided that they can be over-looked) I now must buy ultimate/premium gas, I do not get as good of gas mileage...BUT I can speed off from a dead stop and not hold up traffic for miles on end, my rear will be toasty in the winter months, and the sound system IS TO DIE FOR!
All in all I am a happy Acura owner - now just to get rid of this dust material in the near future...
I was oh so looking forward to breathing normally and not thinking about all the dust, bug feces, and god knows what else I am constantly inhaling. But all good things come to those who wait...I guess. We were informed that a different route may have to be taken - perhaps cutting into the ceiling or doing a less effective but still better-than-nothing cleaning of the vents and not the mainline. We shall see - we are awaiting the next phone call.
BUT there is other exciting news that I have not shared yet. I have learned once again that going to a dealership to "look at cars" is indeed a dangerous thing. Especially when you come to not like your current car and all you can think of is the continual depreciation in value that is taking place. Do not get me wrong - Honda is fantastic! Great gas mileage, quality materials, sporty looks...but when you buy the same car twice in a row in different model years and not the much has changed: you have no bluetooth, no nav features, no heated seats...well ok so maybe I did want a more luxurious vehicle...
So what better idea than to stay in the family I know and love but move on to better options...yes indeed I found myself at the Acura dealer. The whole experience was different. Everyone at the dealer had fancy accents from all around the world and offered to show you the "lounge" with ample refreshments. I felt like I was in Beverly Hills for a few hours :) When our sales person offered us a test drive I should have known it was all over and my Honda was not leaving this lot....
The test-drive and acceptable appraisal of my Honda was all it took. Before I knew it we were driving away in a brand new vehicle with all the options I had desired. There are a few minor downsides (but I have decided that they can be over-looked) I now must buy ultimate/premium gas, I do not get as good of gas mileage...BUT I can speed off from a dead stop and not hold up traffic for miles on end, my rear will be toasty in the winter months, and the sound system IS TO DIE FOR!
All in all I am a happy Acura owner - now just to get rid of this dust material in the near future...
Friday, August 19, 2011
The Fifteen Years (at least) of Dust
My allergies have been depriving me of sleep recently and we are taking drastic measures...I am giving into all those ads...and having the air ducts cleaned. It is most overdue...the last owner of my house lived here for fourteen years, I highly doubt she had the air ducts cleaned due to the build-up. I guess I just thought dusting once a week was pretty average - but then the dust began to multiply sooner, coupled with my recent bout of extreme night allergies - the ducts are yucky and unfit for my nasal passages, that is my conclusion.
The company we hired promises to show a before and after video inside the duct work. I am sure that will be most disgusting, but will make me feel that my money was well spent. Surely the dogs will not take kindly to the presence of workers and giant vacuum tubes, but it must be done.
Discovering new tunes is always fun :) Those British men and their fantastic alto vocals...ahhh swoon. The Script has a new album out, there are a few good select songs, but overall it is once again the singers ever disastrous love life that permeates the album. It makes me wonder if he is still falling from one girl...or many...one can only guess.
The company we hired promises to show a before and after video inside the duct work. I am sure that will be most disgusting, but will make me feel that my money was well spent. Surely the dogs will not take kindly to the presence of workers and giant vacuum tubes, but it must be done.
Discovering new tunes is always fun :) Those British men and their fantastic alto vocals...ahhh swoon. The Script has a new album out, there are a few good select songs, but overall it is once again the singers ever disastrous love life that permeates the album. It makes me wonder if he is still falling from one girl...or many...one can only guess.
Tuesday, August 9, 2011
The Reassurance Of Getting A Handle
Puppy parenting is finally getting easier! I remember this forlorn stage from raising Chloe and it is beginning to become manageable! Thanks to my very helpful and supportive partner in crime <3
Today, alarm clock went off - out the door with the dogs struggling to keep them both going in the same direction - still not enough to wake me in my sleepy state. On to my steadfast helping of tea. That was better. Breakfast was next (a win for me, I am not a big breakfast during the week kind of a gal). Watching the "Today Show", whilst answering emails is one of my guilty morning pleasures whenever possible.
Experiment Veet time...yes, I am searching for a longer lasting hair removal option, rather than shaving my legs constantly. Veet is stinky, not so much so as Nair (cringe...haven't used that in years thankfully), and was only effective by about 70%. Now this was the first trial run, so perhaps next time it will go more smoothly...no pun intended ;) It was not a total failure...but a far cry from the claims of the commercial.
Next it was time to hit the road for my typical sales calls, the first stop being a church in the ghetto...Upon my arrival I noticed a man digging through a nearby dumpster - we eyed eachother suspiciously and I made a quick dash to the church door...there were not many people around and it was too nice a day to get mugged. After the scheduled stops it was time for a lunch meeting. I have been to this establishment before and the building spelled like an old diaper....I thought that particular day it had been a patron of the restaurant, unfortunately...that was not the case. I was surprised, once again greeted with the pungent odor as soon as I stepped through the threshold. It must be a mold or ventilation issue...after sitting there for about 15 minutes you do not notice it anymore (probably because it has singed off all the hairs in you nose).
After arriving home and letting out the canines for a much needed bathroom break it was time for the scheduled pest control treatment. Again holding strong against the loathesome insects that find their way into my home is a top priority! The warm temperatures lure them in due to the climate controlled alternative to the wilds outside. My routine pest man is fantastic, thorough as can be - he understands my serious battle - and always gives useful advice on other things (today it was on having multiple dogs) and shares entertaining antedotes (the family with the coachroaches falling from the ceiling).
Today was chalk full of good news! We are able to board both dogs at a kennel - the poor woman on the phone made it through my rigorous question session this morning - and thus get away for Labor Day weekend. A weekend without taking the dogs out...will be a much needed break! A good phone call from a coworker and fun weekend plans coming up!
With temperatures slowly cooling I am feeling rather good about things indeed :)
Today, alarm clock went off - out the door with the dogs struggling to keep them both going in the same direction - still not enough to wake me in my sleepy state. On to my steadfast helping of tea. That was better. Breakfast was next (a win for me, I am not a big breakfast during the week kind of a gal). Watching the "Today Show", whilst answering emails is one of my guilty morning pleasures whenever possible.
Experiment Veet time...yes, I am searching for a longer lasting hair removal option, rather than shaving my legs constantly. Veet is stinky, not so much so as Nair (cringe...haven't used that in years thankfully), and was only effective by about 70%. Now this was the first trial run, so perhaps next time it will go more smoothly...no pun intended ;) It was not a total failure...but a far cry from the claims of the commercial.
Next it was time to hit the road for my typical sales calls, the first stop being a church in the ghetto...Upon my arrival I noticed a man digging through a nearby dumpster - we eyed eachother suspiciously and I made a quick dash to the church door...there were not many people around and it was too nice a day to get mugged. After the scheduled stops it was time for a lunch meeting. I have been to this establishment before and the building spelled like an old diaper....I thought that particular day it had been a patron of the restaurant, unfortunately...that was not the case. I was surprised, once again greeted with the pungent odor as soon as I stepped through the threshold. It must be a mold or ventilation issue...after sitting there for about 15 minutes you do not notice it anymore (probably because it has singed off all the hairs in you nose).
After arriving home and letting out the canines for a much needed bathroom break it was time for the scheduled pest control treatment. Again holding strong against the loathesome insects that find their way into my home is a top priority! The warm temperatures lure them in due to the climate controlled alternative to the wilds outside. My routine pest man is fantastic, thorough as can be - he understands my serious battle - and always gives useful advice on other things (today it was on having multiple dogs) and shares entertaining antedotes (the family with the coachroaches falling from the ceiling).
Today was chalk full of good news! We are able to board both dogs at a kennel - the poor woman on the phone made it through my rigorous question session this morning - and thus get away for Labor Day weekend. A weekend without taking the dogs out...will be a much needed break! A good phone call from a coworker and fun weekend plans coming up!
With temperatures slowly cooling I am feeling rather good about things indeed :)
Friday, August 5, 2011
The Vacillating Virgo
Behold! It is the month of my birth! But am I really a Virgo?...new reports this year about the upset of the zodiac calendar may differ in agreement...but I've always seen myself as more of a "Virgo-Leo concoction" anyway, so no matter.
Summer is flying by with supersonic speed and temperatures in the near unbearable range. I have practically had to scrape myself out of the car everyday even with the AC blasting. There have been several deaths that were heat-related in the area, the rain today was much needed and has given us a slight relief with coolness.
Lately, my mind has been be-bopping in millions of directions as I juggle many different things - most recently the care of a new puppy to our pack (which is now two...and is not going to change anytime soon). Improvements have been made, but we are not out of the woods yet! Male puppies are pee-machines - there is nothing that could convince me otherwise.
My friend has had the fantastic idea of creating a dating blog. Oh the stories I could tell! I hope to be a "guest-blogger". We have both had our share of crazy and down right ridiculous scenarios in the dating world. Content in no short supply.
Exercise goals continue to be on-going...Luckily I made it to the gym three days in a row this week - pretty impressive for me if I do say so myself! Unfortunately my metabolism continues to slow, but there are some food goods that I am not willing to give up.
Summer is flying by with supersonic speed and temperatures in the near unbearable range. I have practically had to scrape myself out of the car everyday even with the AC blasting. There have been several deaths that were heat-related in the area, the rain today was much needed and has given us a slight relief with coolness.
Lately, my mind has been be-bopping in millions of directions as I juggle many different things - most recently the care of a new puppy to our pack (which is now two...and is not going to change anytime soon). Improvements have been made, but we are not out of the woods yet! Male puppies are pee-machines - there is nothing that could convince me otherwise.
My friend has had the fantastic idea of creating a dating blog. Oh the stories I could tell! I hope to be a "guest-blogger". We have both had our share of crazy and down right ridiculous scenarios in the dating world. Content in no short supply.
Exercise goals continue to be on-going...Luckily I made it to the gym three days in a row this week - pretty impressive for me if I do say so myself! Unfortunately my metabolism continues to slow, but there are some food goods that I am not willing to give up.
* Happy thoughts this week: "Princess Diana Puppy Eyes", writing, Wye Oak tunes, teacup pigs, autumn, pink, sour gummies, soft skirt, birthday reward certificates, ridiculous dreams (that I secretly enjoy), thoughts of seeing Midnight In Paris...*
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