Milestones

In the past week, I've reached several milestones in my life. Today's post will be in list format.

• I had a birthday a week ago. I'm 36. Which means, I'm closer to 40 than 30, but I still consider myself in my mid-thirties, not "pushing forty". I had some great celebrations (dinner out - great company, great food; wine with friends and family; great gifts; a fun party) and learned a valuable lesson. Always, always take your birthday off from work. I'll remember this next year.
• I finally went to the Super WalMart in the next town. The last time I tried to go, which was also the first time, they weren't open yet. It was a lonely drive through the parking lot for me. In my formerly awesome CAR, which...
• Bit the dust yesterday. I was driving home, took a left off the main road, almost home, and the car slipped out of gear and got stuck in neutral. In the middle of the road. I managed to get it up the street after turning it off and on and sending it through the gears a few times. I had the bright idea that it was fine, just a fluke. So I decided to try to take it to the Y. I made it a block and a half. So... I borrowed my brother's car, went to the Y, and called AAA to have it towed to the local mechanic. Diagnosis: Transmission is shot. Repair cost: $2,500. The milestone here is, it was the first brand new car I owned, a 2001 Honda Civic, and it's gone. If I had known it was my last ride, would I have been more appreciative of the car?

Stood Up

I've been stood up for a date w/Cat Allergy guy (he's allergic to cats). We had plans to go out for dinner tonight, plans made last Sunday. I guess they weren't firm to him because it's 6:50 on Friday night and I'm not on my way to dinner. I'm on my way to WalMart. That's right. I'm off to buy storage for my knitting supplies. :) There are some benefits to being stood up. I can work on clearing my clutter. I can turn brain off for the night. I have a new movie from Netflix. Plus, I won't be tired or hungover for my birthday party tomorrow! Still, though, it is kind of rude.

The Bobbsey Twins

Amanda and I went for a walk at the Rail Trail. We wore the same outfit. An older couple said "Hi, Kids" when we passed to us.

Laser Tag

It's pretty dark in the video, but look closely. Noel loves the laser pointer toy.

Just Can't Get Enough

Curiosity

Sam's nose, trying to figure out what the hell is going on in the dining room. Some hissing, growling, and general malaise occurred, but he was easily distracted by food and water from the tub faucet.

The Week That Was

Here we find Noel in one of her favorite vacation spots: The Dining Room Table Cave. It's cheap to travel here; you don't even need to get on a plane. And someone give you three square meals a day. Granted, there's not much variety, but sometime they even play with you!

"Hmm, should I get up off of this chair, or am I feeling too lazy?"

"Let's check out this little toy. Oh! There's something delicious in it. Is that catnip I smell?"

The catnip takes effect...

During the week, I gave Noel a change of scenery. I blocked off some rooms and she was able to explore the lands of Kitchen and Pantry. She enjoyed it.