Saturday, October 28, 2006
Orlando, baby!
We are going down to Orlando this weekend. I'll be good next week and tell you all about it (plus Mr. T's visit and DC) promise!
Monday, October 23, 2006
Living in Fernandina Beach - by Stakit
I've been "living" here longer than KC. Approximately 3 1/2 months later, here's what I think:
1) July and August were hot. October is much nicer. I can finally understand why people love living here. Most of the bugs are gone, the temperature has dropped into the 70-80 degree range, and it is just very pleasant outside. I have become a big fan of the NOAA and The Weather Channel.
2) I'm still getting used to the "countryside" feel. Let's just say that I was excited when the Target opened up here a month or so ago.
3) Jacksonville is 1/2 hour away, Orlando is 2 1/2 hours south, Savannah is 2 hours north, Charleston is 3 1/2 hours north - all of these neat tourist areas are really close to where we live.
4) Monday night football doesn't start until 9 pm. I don't have to rush home to catch the opening kickoff.
5) We can swim year round. Of course, the locals don't like to swim outside when the temperature drops to a frigid 60 degrees. However, I have every intention of using the pool during the winter. The Atlantic Ocean is 15 minutes from our house too.
6) The beer isn't as bad as I had feared. It's hard to find microbrews but we do get more European beers in the bars.
7) I should say this really quietly (looks around). We don't have to recycle here.
8) We are finally settling in but we still miss Portland (especially all of our friends).
1) July and August were hot. October is much nicer. I can finally understand why people love living here. Most of the bugs are gone, the temperature has dropped into the 70-80 degree range, and it is just very pleasant outside. I have become a big fan of the NOAA and The Weather Channel.
2) I'm still getting used to the "countryside" feel. Let's just say that I was excited when the Target opened up here a month or so ago.
3) Jacksonville is 1/2 hour away, Orlando is 2 1/2 hours south, Savannah is 2 hours north, Charleston is 3 1/2 hours north - all of these neat tourist areas are really close to where we live.
4) Monday night football doesn't start until 9 pm. I don't have to rush home to catch the opening kickoff.
5) We can swim year round. Of course, the locals don't like to swim outside when the temperature drops to a frigid 60 degrees. However, I have every intention of using the pool during the winter. The Atlantic Ocean is 15 minutes from our house too.
6) The beer isn't as bad as I had feared. It's hard to find microbrews but we do get more European beers in the bars.
7) I should say this really quietly (looks around). We don't have to recycle here.
8) We are finally settling in but we still miss Portland (especially all of our friends).
Monday syndrome
Friday, October 20, 2006
Is this really October?
We were just packing our bags with long sleeves and jackets for DC last week. Oh, wait we didn’t have jackets; we kinda resisted to take any jackets or coats! We were freezing cold when we were there. We thought jeans will do for low 60s (as for the highs; high 30s for the lows) but ummmmmm no! We forgot.
Now we are back to high 80s. Much better.
Now we are back to high 80s. Much better.
10 days of fun
Thank you for coming over and visiting us, Mr. T! We had a wonderful time and Stakit had a Grrrreat birthday!
We took a ton of pictures in Disney World, FernandinaBeach, and DC. Of course, none of them are as good as Mr. T’s pictures. I’m going through them and will post some of the better ones soon… and yes, I will tell you all about our trips and the visit.
We took a ton of pictures in Disney World, FernandinaBeach, and DC. Of course, none of them are as good as Mr. T’s pictures. I’m going through them and will post some of the better ones soon… and yes, I will tell you all about our trips and the visit.
Friday, October 06, 2006
Our first visitor
Mr. T is going to be here for a week. We are going to meet him in Orlando tomorrow, stop by Disney World for a few days. Come back and head out to Washington DC for the following weekend, for Stakit's birthday. Then our first visitor will fly out from DC.
Stakit and I can't wait to pick him up from the Orlando airport and we go Play! Even it rains, we don't care!
Stakit and I can't wait to pick him up from the Orlando airport and we go Play! Even it rains, we don't care!
Table for Three please
We have been here for 2 months. We have been dinning in (a lot more than before, when we are DINKs, Dual Income No Kids) and also dinning out to check out everything in this area. No matter where we have dinner, there is party of two.
Unit last night, Jonathan (Stakit’s friend from corporate) came over and visited us. Then, we all when out for dinner.
A bottle of wine, grilled Brie with carmel, lobster & steak, and dessert. That was good. I’m getting hungry just by talking about it… ummmmm..
After dinner, we realized that’s the first time we have dinner in FL with a friend since we moved.
Unit last night, Jonathan (Stakit’s friend from corporate) came over and visited us. Then, we all when out for dinner.
A bottle of wine, grilled Brie with carmel, lobster & steak, and dessert. That was good. I’m getting hungry just by talking about it… ummmmm..
After dinner, we realized that’s the first time we have dinner in FL with a friend since we moved.
Tuesday, October 03, 2006
Moving in
Sorry, we had not been online much lately.
Good news! My clothes are finally moving into my new closet! We removed all the builder-wire-shelving in my closet. We installed closet organizers, shelves, drawers …. gone through my clothes and donating a bunch of them.
This is getting very, very close to be done; just a few more shelves. As soon as it’s done I’ll post some pictures.
Boy, oh boy, what a big different it makes. I feel like I finally moving in to this house.
Good news! My clothes are finally moving into my new closet! We removed all the builder-wire-shelving in my closet. We installed closet organizers, shelves, drawers …. gone through my clothes and donating a bunch of them.
This is getting very, very close to be done; just a few more shelves. As soon as it’s done I’ll post some pictures.
Boy, oh boy, what a big different it makes. I feel like I finally moving in to this house.
Tuesday, September 26, 2006
Monday, September 25, 2006
need a hair cut Badly
My hair and my nails are growing super fast since we moved. I haven't had a haircut for over 2 months! (for short hair, that's pretty long, I think) Poor Stakit, have to look it everyday. Me? I just don't look at the mirror.
I asked around and finally found a place for haircut. I made an appointment for tomorrow. I hope she will be the lady that will do my hair from now on during my "extended vacation". Will see!
I asked around and finally found a place for haircut. I made an appointment for tomorrow. I hope she will be the lady that will do my hair from now on during my "extended vacation". Will see!
Friday, September 22, 2006
Inspiration
I got this via email and I think I'll print it out :)
This should probably be taped to your bathroom mirror where one could read it every day. You may not realize it, but it's 100% true.
1. There are at least two people in this world that you would die for.
2. At least 15 people in this world love you in some way.
3. The only reason anyone would ever hate you is because they want to be just like you.
4. A smile from you can bring happiness to anyone, even if they don't like you.
5. Every night, SOMEONE thinks about you before they go to sleep.
6. You mean the world to someone.
7. You are special and unique.
8. Someone that you don't even know exists loves you.
9. When you make the biggest mistake ever, something good comes from it.
10. When you think the world has turned its back on you, take another look.
11. Always remember the compliments you received. Forget about the rude remarks.
This should probably be taped to your bathroom mirror where one could read it every day. You may not realize it, but it's 100% true.
1. There are at least two people in this world that you would die for.
2. At least 15 people in this world love you in some way.
3. The only reason anyone would ever hate you is because they want to be just like you.
4. A smile from you can bring happiness to anyone, even if they don't like you.
5. Every night, SOMEONE thinks about you before they go to sleep.
6. You mean the world to someone.
7. You are special and unique.
8. Someone that you don't even know exists loves you.
9. When you make the biggest mistake ever, something good comes from it.
10. When you think the world has turned its back on you, take another look.
11. Always remember the compliments you received. Forget about the rude remarks.
Tuesday, September 19, 2006
Birthday
Thank you for all the phone calls, eCards, and emails! Thank you for thinking of me :)
I made it! I had ONE happy day! I still miss all of you a lot.
So, what did I do on my birthday?
Morning: didn’t work on the house; went and try something new, Watsu and had a aromatherapy body wrap.
Afternoon: Didn’t work on the house!
Met Stakit for lunch by the harbour. Had some yummy shrimp.
Then, I was going to go shopping but before I went to THE shopping place. I stopped by a lighting store (sucker) and happened to order a chandelier that we had narrowed down. (whoops, but it’s ok. That was fun.) It will be here next week. That’s good. I got something done! Come home and just stay online and IM, IM, and IM! That was nice! It’s like an online birthday party. Mingle from one screen to another! Haven’t done THAT for a long time (and didn’t even have to feel guilty!) cause, it’s my birthday!!
Thank you all that spent some time online with me and called me. I understand you are all very busy.
Evening: Stakit and I went out for dinner. We only had been there one other time before. They have very fresh everything; dishes are well thought-out, tasty and unique. I noticed tonight that they don’t even put salt and pepper on the table! Dessert: a slice of decadent Chocolate truffle torte!
Birthday went by quick and I did Not get all down and depress! I hope my happy day will extend to the next day, and to the next….
I made it! I had ONE happy day! I still miss all of you a lot.
So, what did I do on my birthday?
Morning: didn’t work on the house; went and try something new, Watsu and had a aromatherapy body wrap.
Afternoon: Didn’t work on the house!
Met Stakit for lunch by the harbour. Had some yummy shrimp.
Then, I was going to go shopping but before I went to THE shopping place. I stopped by a lighting store (sucker) and happened to order a chandelier that we had narrowed down. (whoops, but it’s ok. That was fun.) It will be here next week. That’s good. I got something done! Come home and just stay online and IM, IM, and IM! That was nice! It’s like an online birthday party. Mingle from one screen to another! Haven’t done THAT for a long time (and didn’t even have to feel guilty!) cause, it’s my birthday!!
Thank you all that spent some time online with me and called me. I understand you are all very busy.
Evening: Stakit and I went out for dinner. We only had been there one other time before. They have very fresh everything; dishes are well thought-out, tasty and unique. I noticed tonight that they don’t even put salt and pepper on the table! Dessert: a slice of decadent Chocolate truffle torte!
Birthday went by quick and I did Not get all down and depress! I hope my happy day will extend to the next day, and to the next….
Saturday, September 16, 2006
Birthday?!? Already?
I'm not ready! not ready to get another year Older!! My emotion is still in the roller coster phase from the relocation. I'm not ready to celebrate (and beside my husband, no one else here that I could celebrate with) My birthday is just a taunt!
We came up to Savannah, GA for the weekend. It's nice to get away for a little. When we return, I hope I won't have the whole "Monday Syndrome" again.
We came up to Savannah, GA for the weekend. It's nice to get away for a little. When we return, I hope I won't have the whole "Monday Syndrome" again.
Friday, September 08, 2006
Wednesday, September 06, 2006
new license plate
I'm back from Disney World! It was fun! We are going back next month with our first visitor. Photos should be on Flickr.com soon :)
For now, I need some help!
I need to get a new license plate for my car this week. There are too many to choose from!
Which one should I have?
For now, I need some help!
I need to get a new license plate for my car this week. There are too many to choose from!
Which one should I have?
Wednesday, August 30, 2006
I'm back!
I'm back! Two weeks have gone by very quickly! PDX and SEA for one week and HNL for another! I'm back in JAX! My messy new home. We are not stopping yet. We are going to ....... ORL!!! We are going to visit Mickey, Minnie, Pooh, Donald, Goofy, and everyone else!
As far as internet, NOPE! Still no internet! I will have it on Sept 8th! Hopefully. I'm living in the stone age! Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh :(
As far as internet, NOPE! Still no internet! I will have it on Sept 8th! Hopefully. I'm living in the stone age! Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh :(
Saturday, August 19, 2006
Back in the NW
We came back to the NW and visit both of our families for one week. Also, it's my grandma's big birthday! A lot of relatives are in town as well. It was very nice to see everyone. I can't believe how quick the week went by!! We hardly could see any friends and visit any places! Mr. KC had gone back this morning and he's back in Florida already this afternoon! I'm heading to Hawaii tomorrow for one week to visit my uncle and aunty! Hope I won't get too lost there ;)
Tuesday, August 08, 2006
Still no Internet
It’s been 10 days! We have been in the house for Ten days! We still don’t have internet. It looks like we will have it this Friday! Right before we fly out to PDX to visit my parents! So, once I come back, I should have internet, home phone, and everything! I’ll be Back Online!
I found a coffee and tea place that has free WiFi in the area. This is the 3rd time I came here. People are very nice. Last time I was here, I got 2 dozen of Roses! They just wanted to thank me to be there customer! Did I say they are very nice?
I found a coffee and tea place that has free WiFi in the area. This is the 3rd time I came here. People are very nice. Last time I was here, I got 2 dozen of Roses! They just wanted to thank me to be there customer! Did I say they are very nice?
Wednesday, August 02, 2006
Moved in!
We are officially moved in! We checked out of the hotel (and the internet… Sniff! Sniff!) on Sat and went into the house with our luggage. We did some major cleaning for the weekend!
The big moving truck came in on Monday and we have everything. I mean EVERYTHING except the missing boxes! So, now we have a huge mess at the new house! Why? Because, apparently some people can’t read labels on boxes!! (or labels of the rooms on the wall!)
So, we were not supposed to have alcohol, candles, aerosol cans, live plants….. etc. AND guess what we found? Jack D, Kahlua, Bombay, Vermouth, sake….. (darn, I should have left my Grey Goose there when they packed!) some candles, a bottle of PAM, AND an Orchid!! They. Packed. A. Live. ORCHID!!! Hello!?!?!
Since Tuesday, after the big truck left, all sorts of subcontractors came in and “finished” the house: counter dude, tile guys, site foreman, wiring people… you name it! Tomorrow we will have the appliances guy! But no, NO, internet guy until at least next week! :( I guess I have to come back to the coffee shop again!
Car update! Good news!! I got My Car!!! Yippee!!!! It’s weird to have my car here! It still has PST on my car clock.
The big moving truck came in on Monday and we have everything. I mean EVERYTHING except the missing boxes! So, now we have a huge mess at the new house! Why? Because, apparently some people can’t read labels on boxes!! (or labels of the rooms on the wall!)
So, we were not supposed to have alcohol, candles, aerosol cans, live plants….. etc. AND guess what we found? Jack D, Kahlua, Bombay, Vermouth, sake….. (darn, I should have left my Grey Goose there when they packed!) some candles, a bottle of PAM, AND an Orchid!! They. Packed. A. Live. ORCHID!!! Hello!?!?!
Since Tuesday, after the big truck left, all sorts of subcontractors came in and “finished” the house: counter dude, tile guys, site foreman, wiring people… you name it! Tomorrow we will have the appliances guy! But no, NO, internet guy until at least next week! :( I guess I have to come back to the coffee shop again!
Car update! Good news!! I got My Car!!! Yippee!!!! It’s weird to have my car here! It still has PST on my car clock.
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