Finally went for a run on my own this morning. DH hasn't been able to run with me. He's either been too tired, or our evenings have been filled. Had to do something as I've been gaining weight again.

Yesterday I started to change out DD#2's head/footboard. The old one was really showing it's age. DMIL had one from a workhouse that was much sturdier, so we replaced it. Did have to make a quick trip into town though, the bolts weren't quite long enough. Bad thing was that I forgot to buy bed risers! (Dh is getting some on his way home from work)

I was going to just drill new holes and raise the frame to where we needed it, but the mattress would have been 4 inches taller than the footboard. Not good.

Today, I'm going to get back to sewing. I really must get DD's quilt and curtains done! DD#1's bday is in Sept and she's been hinting about updating her room. She will turn 13, so it might just be in order. Will have to talk with DH about that.

Hope you all have a great day! Cya~!

Dianaro: Thank you. We have been riding a roller coaster with DH's job for at least the last 5 years if not longer. This was not necessarily a surprise and was planned for financially. Still tough, especially for him. But I know there is a plan and everything will work out! In the meantime, his schedule is more flexible for baseball season. Have to look at the bright side!
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I am trying to remember what I accomplished last night, LOL! I think I mostly puttered since no major accomplishment comes to mind.

I am work early this morning and will get off around 4:00 to meet DH and the kids. We are participating in an Amazing Race style adventure this summer and we need to complete our second hike. Hoping the weather holds! Have several errands to run at lunchtime.

Jodi: What is this adventure your doing? Sounds fun!

I did a bit of gardening, yesterday, and then, dusted my bedroom furniture. Also, cooked dinner, did the dishes, ETE'd the kitchen, and a quick clean of the bathroom.

Misc.
1 load of laundry (dry, fold, put away)
Take out garbage (already 4 loads out)
Friend to come over and pick up satellite dish (done)
Pack (done)
Move stuff over to friend's house
Pay bills (done)
Unplug internet modem (tomorrow morning)
Clean coffee maker (tomorrow morning)

Kitchen
Wash a load of dishes (done)
Clean out, wipe down, and pack toaster (done)
Clean out, wipe down, and pack microwave (done)
Wipe grill (done) and pack (done)
Wipe and pack kettle (done)
Wipe sink
Wipe counters (done)
Empty all cupboards (almost done)
Clean out fridge/freezer (almost done)
Wipe fridge and freezer (done)
Vacuum floors (done)
Mop floors (done)
Wipe down walls (done)

Dining Room and Living Room
Clear off tables (done)
Pack wii (done)
Dust (done)
Pack printer (done)
Vacuum floors (done)
Wipe down walls (done)

Bedroom, hall, and laundry room
Pick up magazines (done)
Clear out closets (done)
Clear out dresser (done)
Clear out nightstand (done)
Wipe walls (done)
Dust (done)
Take down curtains
Mop laundry floor (done)
Vacuum laundry, hall, and bedroom (done)

Bathroom
Wipe mirrors (done)
Wipe counters and back of toilet (done)
Toilet (done)
Sink (done)
Tub (done)
Vacuum floor (done)
Mop floor (done)
Wipe walls (done)

WOW Tina, you did great!!!!!!!!!!! WHOOOOOOOOOOOHOOOOOOOOOOO!

Wendy:
Good going on the run,and redoing the bed headboard!

Jodi:
I am glad you were able to plan for DHs layoff, it still is tough.

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Had the UFP group over. We always have a good time.

Thanks for the great support and encouragement! I was feeling a little overwhelmed last night, but oh, my goodness! I have had a very productive day. With BIL's assistance, I got all but two pieces of furniture that I have planned for. I got three of the pieces cleaned up and set up in the living room to replace the the very cluttered entertainment center. The new furniture has so much storage that I was able to get all of our electronics in it with room left over and none of it shows. I was also able to get the good TV from the bedroom to the living room and it fit perfectly. If it had been an inch wider it wouldn't have worked. I took pictures and sent to my sister and niece.

I posted the replaced entertainment center on Craigslist, but I don't have much faith that I will be able to get rid of it, even though it is really cute. I don't want it to stay around here past the weekend. It is taking up too much space.

I have been working steady since about 2:00 this afternoon (it is 9pm now and we haven't eaten supper, so I should probably quit for a while but it's difficult when I am so motivated. Also, I have a piece of furniture still sitting outside.

Thanks again for the support! You are all so inspirational!

Wendy: It is a contest sponsored by our local hospital. Every two weeks they e-mail you a hike with instructions on where to find a hidden box at the end. You do the hike, find the box and take a picture of your team at the box to prove you were all there. In each box are clues to a mental challenge. At the conclusion of 6 or 7 hikes you will try to use all the clues you have gathered to figure out the mental challenge. That should lead you to the location of the final hike.

There are prizes for the top 10 teams to finish the entire challenge. Everyone gets the first 6-7 hikes at the same time. The race will come in when it's time to solve the mental puzzle.

We finished hike #2 tonight and now have four pieces of the clue to the final puzzle. It was a rainy evening but we decided just to go for it. In the woods it wasn't too bad at all. We got a little wet on the summit of the hike but it was a great adventure and we enjoyed ourselves. Sometimes in the Northwest, you have to hike in the rain!

We are not really expecting to win any of the prizes, although that would be neat. It is more just a fun family thing to do and we are fans of the Amazing Race on TV.

Back home now and preparing for an early morning departure for baseball. Riding down with one of the other baseball families so that will be enjoyable.

Texas Girl, bet it feels great to change the furnishings, etc.

Jodi, don't you also do geocaching? Sounds like fun with the family.

Tina, whew! You did a lot!

Bless, too hot here for gardening.

Wendy, good luck on the sewing.

Diana, what does UFP stand for?

I got a lot done yesterday, I picked up the money, went to two big box stores, made a return in one, then bought a new screen door in the other. Now I have to get help trimming it so I can hang it. Maybe Laura's BF will help me. Got the dog biscuits at BJ's.

Went to see a new customer for yearly service and hopefully, I will sell them an additional system they are interested in.

Tried two lawnmower places looking for a stupid seal, unfortunately I had to order it online. $2 part and $10 shipping.

Went to the bank and the post office. Came home in time for the thunderstorms that were brief and little rain. It did cool off a lot! BBQ'd some chicken and had some leftover sides.

It's beautiful out this morning, so will probably work in the yard.

Jodi
WL asked the question I was thinking. It sounds like such fun, and what adventures for all of you.

WL:
UFP stands for Un Finished Projects! We all have tons of them, and work on things, have a show and tell, and eat and gabb!
We meet the 2nd and 4th Friday each month from 1-4 here at my house....ever in the area, park on the driveway and come on in!

You certainly did get a lot done!