9 posts tagged “week-end wrap up”
Yesterday was such a waste. It was a gorgeous summer day and I was hungover for the better part of the entire day. I wouldn't mind so much, but this was a completely uindeserved hang-over as I really didn't drink that much. Damn you white wine! It was a fun time at my sister's though...
So... this week... golf, a meeting about the upcoming 9 hole invitational tournament, a little painting at a friend's rental, a little shopping (with gift certificates), some work at my sister's, lounging by the pool, a night out with the girls, and pretty much same old same old.
Same old is good though, as is life.
Here are some recent pics... and yes, I'm in 2 of them because there are from Kiks. (THX BTW Kiks)
This past week-end was awesome. I golfed on Friday morning in the 18 hole league, (it was frinkin' hot!) and then Billy and I went back to play alternate shot for the couple's league and stayed for dinner. Most fun indeed. Saturday was Kiks' pool party and golf outing and it was a blast! I laughed so long and hard at something Kiks did... I'll never forget for as long as I live! We sang and danced and drank and ate. Best Party Ever!
People seemed to be on good behavior which made it easier for me to let loose and party... that and not really caring about what they think... there were a couple of things that I let slide, but all in all, they didn't add to my good time, but they certainly did not ruin it. Surprisingly...
So what else... oh, on top of having the house in TN broken into, the guy that's down there now...(not the same guy from last week) called and the AC is broken. Perfect. I think it just needs freon, (which I'm fairly sure is illegal here to refill, however, this is TN...) and hopefully won't cost too much... last time I think it was about $80.
Today we're going to MomG's for my birthday dinner. Yep, 35. I don't feel any different. It's weird to realize that I'm the same age now as when Billy and I first starting dating... funny because he was old... haha. He seemed like he had his life together... and I'm still as scattered as always.
Life's great. I'd have to say the last year was one of the best ones in my life. More to come... just need to slow down a bit...
A few girls came over Thursday for some drinks and chats, and it was really nice. We didn't solve any of the world's problems, but of course it was great to be with everybody. I ate way too many apps...
Friday during the day I golfed in the 18 hole league with perhaps the most miserable woman I've ever had the pleasure of meeting. Every event, experience and nuance was worthy of criticism. The only thing she had something positive to say was regarding the resort she stayed at during a recent trip... I should hope so, as it is one of the top golf resorts in the world... so at least the golfing public at large got that one right... good to know.
I wonder if she realizes how completely ridiculous she sounds, constantly complaining. It really brought my mood down, and it was hard to enjoy the beautiful day, and the gorgeous condition of the course (although slightly flooded).
I'm curious to know if she's ever had an event in her life that made her simply appreciate life. It really didn't seem like it. It was painful to be around her...
Friday night I had a couple of offers, (which was great) but I decided to hang out with my sister on her front porch. It's quite loaded with herbs, tomatoes, beans, etc. and makes a nice surrounding, We had a nice visit. We consumed local wine and her excellent homemade cider (11% alcohol) and that was the beginning of the end of me, as I unintentionally became quite loaded. Opps. I had to load up on water, aspirin and food before I fell asleep so that I could awake feeling good enough to weed whack and go golfing with TOL.
It was a perfect day yesterday and TOL and I golfed nine holes then hung about and had a leisurely lunch, and a couple of drinks. If you ever need a few laughs, simply consider how exactly clam-ato juice was first created. We were joined by a casual friend and had a great time.
Last night was designated couch night. I hadn't spent a night home alone since Billy left for TN (he's having a great time by the way...) so that's exactly what I did... ahhh...
Today? Some yard and house work, maybe a little pool time, then off to MomG's for dinner and home with pooch. I miss William, but it's been a good week...
Here are some pics from the week-end...
This is the view from the suite at the Hilton, pretty nice...
We took a boat tour along the Detroit and Windsor coast line. Here is a sample of the poorly developed Detroit coast. This is less than 1/4 East of the GM building, pretty much downtown... very sad... although the people fishing don't seem to mind...
This totally decrepit and vacant apartment building is normal for the Detroit River. This building is about 1 mile East of downtown... scary...
Taking this cruise with people from out of town really made me realize how unique and awesome our waterfront is. Park land for miles. Kiddie parks, a scupture park, bike and walking trails, gardens, fountains, it's gorgeous.
This is the Hilton viewed from the river.
This is a picture of a creepy window at the Francois Baby house in Windsor, behind the Hilton. Spooky!
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Friday I was pretty tired from driving all day... how that tires one out, I'll never know... anyways... we pretty much lounged about, and that was nice.
Saturday Billy skipped golf and we had a bunch of things to do around the house. He washed and waxed both vehicles, while I vacuumed and cleaned the inside of the car, and did laundry.
We ate dinner, packed up some snacks and drinks and yes, went to the drive in in Grand Bend... of course we tossed the futon mattress in the back of the pick-up!
I know, I know, to drive for 2 hours to see 2 movies at a drive in, but we totally love it! It was packed as the movies were Indiana Jones and Iron Man (both were really good, pleasantly surprised by Iron Man's awesomeness...) We guessed that there were well over 1,000 people there, many left after the first movie...
The first movie didn't even start until after 9:30, and the second was done around 2 am I think. We decided to be complete redneck losers and catch some z's on the side of the road somewhere between Arkona and Watford (aka: nowheresville and Home of the Silver Stick...).
The most ridiculous part of the entire adventure was us waking up and wanting to leave, (have to pee!) and discovering that there was a guy reading a paper in a van about 10 feet from us... Oh well, suck up the fact that we're losers... we crawl out of the back just in time to be completely busted by another guy in another van pulling his golf clubs out of the back. He laughed at us. Figuratively, seriously; I was mortified (but only for like 2 seconds... then it was pretty funny...) I know I would laugh pretty hard if I saw two ratty looking people crawling out of the back of a pick-up at 6:30 on a Sunday morning...haha
When we got home, Billy and I pretty much showered and went and golfed 18 holes (golfed okay... I am now sporting a fantastic farmer's tan...) then went to MomG's for prime rib. Delicious, fun times.
So, how many of my friends would sleep in the back of a pick-up on the side of the road? At age 34 3/4? I don't know if any would, so am I super classless? I don't think I care about that anymore. It was fun and one of the best week-ends ever! I love my life!
This week-end was a little odd and definitely productive.
Odd because Billy took Friday off, and because we golfed on Thursday night, it seemed like a Friday, and because he had Friday off, it seemed like a Saturday, you know what I mean...
The Saturday morning meeting, was, well, seeing as I don't have much to complain about, I'll say that it was very annoying... apparently these same women have been essentially running the league for about 6 years, and still it took almost 4 HOURS to get everything in order... honest to God, with the exception of developing a theme and flyer for the 9 hole invitational it would have taken 1 person about 1 hour to do all that was needed, if said person was able to actually make decisions. As I said before, as simply a score-keeper, my presence was absolutely unnecessary, and in fact, the ladies couldn't remember who was nominated to be co-captain this year, so she wasn't even there... I guess there was a purpose to my attending, as I was the one who remembered... oh well, at least all aspects of the league are set (except some fine tuning for the invitational...) until September 19th or sometime like that...
Probably due to my agitated state at these meeting I felt like crap for the rest of the day, which is too bad because it was gorgeous outside, so instead of doing anything productive, I was on the couch... ugh.
On Sunday Billy finished cleaning and power washing the deck, which took about 10 hours total to do. It still has to be stained, but the timing of that fun job is dependant upon the weather. I spent about 5 hours doing the pond. Do you realize that our pond is a little bigger than a toilet? I couldn't imagine the work involved if it was larger... Well after discovering a couple of leaks, and moving just about every rock, the pond is running very well, and looks great if I do say so myself.
It's great to have those 2 big jobs done, and the lawn was rolled on the week-end as well ($120!), so everything is coming together nicely. I'm acclimating my indoor garden, preparing it for the move to the greenhouse (or garden tent as William calls it).
God, I love spring! Especially my first spring without being a Realtor! I can't believe the amount of stress I endured over the years... I know, I know, it's a part of life, but let me tell you, I appreciate my freedom from it!
Life's good... now to the chiropractor, then to visit a friend... Later I have a rant, and hopefully some pics...
Ugh, I was moving a plant today and I totally wrenched my lower back. I've never had back pain this bad ever, and there seems to be no position to be pain-free. Great.
Anyway, it was a great week-end. Davey came over for dinner on Saturday and Billy made prime rib. The guys' portion size was large enough to make an appointment with a cardiologist. Seriously...
Halia ate her fill too, and this is her favorite position to sleep in. Such a comfort monger...
I read a lot this week-end, as the weather is still super shit-tacular, and I can't do too much around here when the house is completely in disarray due to the ongoing painting saga.
I didn't have many plans for today, as the painter is here, so that means the upstairs is off-limits. I haven't even made the bed due to immense back pain... So I guess it's the perfect day (and excuse) to be on the couch and read... if I can get out this chair...
BTW... the golf course is supposed to open tomorrow... it's supposed to be 55*F today, but there is still snow about... we'll see... I don't think I could putt right now, let alone walk one hole... ugh!
Last night a couple three girls came over to eat at Grady's Steakhouse and Wine Bar.
Here was the menu in case you care...
Nachos and Salsa (our own recipe)
Homemade Focaccia Bread
Roasted Seasoned vegetables
Peppery Mushrooms
New York Strip Steaks with three topping options: Warm, creamy blue cheese, black olive vinaigrette, and chimichurri sauce.
Homemade Cleveland Creme Pie for dessert
Wine was Riesling from Sprucewood (for the Nachos) and Pinor Noir with the steak.... yummmm
I think the dinner turned out pretty well, and it was fairly simple to make... the conversation was great, and it's always nice to be with friends.
Entertainment was me bustin a move to Dance Dance Revolution, and yes, me dancing is quite entertaining...
Tonight? Pizza and maybe a few cocktails with the husband. He's had a hella week at work, (including today) and could use a nice mellow night...
Life's good...
The week-end has seemed to have escaped me. Where did it go? Let's review:
Friday: Billy had the boys over and I hung about, not really wanting to sleep at my mom's, (no heat upstairs), so I ended up in our room with the TV on... Billy had fun.
Saturday Billy took his mom out to shop for cars and she ended up ordering a new Ford Edge. Sweet. I'm trying to think of excuses to borrow it. So far I haven't come up with any.
I finished painting the office on Saturday, and it looks nice, it's a little darker than what we have, and *greener*. A little too green I think to do the entire house in... I think it would like nice in the bathrooms, we'll see I guess. I estimate to paint am 11 X 12 room from beginning to the end takes me 14 hours. There are only 2 touch ups, and then a few spots I need to fix with primer when the tape pulled the paint off. Super. So all in all worth it, and I'm planning my next room this week...
Last night our camping friends ventured our way and took us out to dinner in Essex. Who knew that Essex has a nice restaurant? DiVino was awesome and we had great food, conversation, wine and dinner, oh and they treated! How cool is that? They came back to our house after with their daughter and we had a few drinks and laughs. It was a great night.
Did I mention that it's frickin' freezin' outside? According to MSN, right now it is 10*F. That's cold. The wind chill makes it feel like -8*F. Brr. I haven't been outside yet today, (Billy did a coffee run, good man) but I have to go to (crinch) church later for Jake's confirmation, then over to MomG's for dinner.
Right now in Green Bay the actual temperature is -6*F and the wind chill makes it feel like -27*F. That's going to be one damned cold football game today! Brr!
Life is great, really!
