Here is an update on the 3 things that are most important to me right now:
Housing:
I found out on Monday that I will not be getting the house I've been waiting on for 6 months (and 3 days). This is okay, I knew that was a possibility. I've spent the last couple days thinking about what it is that I want to do next. I obviously need to do something, I cannot live indefintely in my parents' house with no access to any of my personal belongings. I'm going to look a few new houses this weekend and see if any of them seem like the right fit. I'm also considering going back to renting. We'll see.
Stuff:
I continue to miss my things. While this sometimes makes me feel selfish and materialistic, it also reassures me that I actually need some of the things I own. It's not all total excess. I didn't want to have to do this, but in the last week I've had to make a few purchases to replace things that I already own, but that I cannot get. While the list is small, I know that it will grow if I don't get my things back. So far this week I bought: A new PSU Jersey (a boys large: $14), and a hat/scarf/glove combo. I came very close to buying a down vest. I think that is one of the things that I will miss the most in the fall season.
TV:
Last week I re-arranged my bedroom to accomodate a larger than 12" television. I also ordered a dvr. It came on Monday JUST in time for the new TV season. (after 10 days... c*mcast managed to not send it after my original order, though they did immediately charge my account). I spent about 1.5 hours setting it up on Monday night, on and off the phone/live chat with our cable friends. After all of this the remote they sent wouldn't work. So last night I drove to their office. Turns out they had mailed one that was not compatible with the dvr they sent. Super. When I got home last night and was finally able to program my dvr with my new remote, I discovered that I'm missing about 20 channels. That will be tonight's phone call. Gotta love it.
After all of that, though, I can say I'm pumped for new television. Thus far I have watched the season openers of Parenthood, HIMYM, and 2 1/2 Men (I was curious about Ashton!). Looking forward to the rest of the week's worth thatmy dvr will have in store.
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Wednesday, September 21, 2011
Thursday, January 13, 2011
i'm a little ocd
So, I know I have some OCD tendencies. Probably more than most around me know (there are days I spend convincing myself to do things that are out of the ordinary for me).
This came to fruition a few weeks ago when a friend was over and washed his hands at the kitchen sink and then used a paper towel. Always the environmentalist, I reminded him that I have regular towels so as not to waste paper. He said "I don't understand your towel system. It scares me." Yikes. Didn't know I was so frightening. Then he said "you should blog about this, because it's weird." So I am.
In this photo you'll note the bonus "guest towel" in the center. They are only for holiday times. You may use it on your hands, but I would prefer that you don't because they're so small and when you use it it gets it all off center. See? I'm crazy.
I've had a lot of roommates over the years- most have adapted to my system, and for that I thank them! (worst tea towel experience - I went to clean some dishes and a roommate had wiped up spilled cake batter w/ the dish towel and hung it back up. it was gross).
One way that I'm particularly OCD is with towels. Now, I know some people who are WAY worse than me (I promise), but I am particular about what kind of towel does what. Especially in the kitchen.
This came to fruition a few weeks ago when a friend was over and washed his hands at the kitchen sink and then used a paper towel. Always the environmentalist, I reminded him that I have regular towels so as not to waste paper. He said "I don't understand your towel system. It scares me." Yikes. Didn't know I was so frightening. Then he said "you should blog about this, because it's weird." So I am.
Here is my kitchen - towel system. Is it weird??
On the left is the hand towel. It is made of terry-cloth and that's how you know it's for your hands. It's more absorbent. Always use the terry towel on your hands. On the right we have the dish towel. It's a "tea-towel" material (I don't really know what else that's called). It is only for dishes. (these kind are better for dishes b/c they don't leave lint). Now, why the difference? Because even though you just washed your hands, they still aren't totally germ free, and I don't want someone's sloppy hand mess on my freshly cleaned dishes. They need to be kept separate.
On the left is the hand towel. It is made of terry-cloth and that's how you know it's for your hands. It's more absorbent. Always use the terry towel on your hands. On the right we have the dish towel. It's a "tea-towel" material (I don't really know what else that's called). It is only for dishes. (these kind are better for dishes b/c they don't leave lint). Now, why the difference? Because even though you just washed your hands, they still aren't totally germ free, and I don't want someone's sloppy hand mess on my freshly cleaned dishes. They need to be kept separate.
In this photo you'll note the bonus "guest towel" in the center. They are only for holiday times. You may use it on your hands, but I would prefer that you don't because they're so small and when you use it it gets it all off center. See? I'm crazy.
I've had a lot of roommates over the years- most have adapted to my system, and for that I thank them! (worst tea towel experience - I went to clean some dishes and a roommate had wiped up spilled cake batter w/ the dish towel and hung it back up. it was gross).
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