No Monday Blues for Me!

Monday rolled around in usual fashion. The beginning of the week, which is filled with things to do for the week is always busy or so it seems. So, I composed a list, not a small post-it as my list is long and filled to the edges. Perhaps, I can put it on the copier and shrink it, so that I don't think about ALL the things I must do and the list will give me the illusion that the list is do-able.

My list of things went like this-

1. Finish my MIBISIGI projects. I am thrilled with my finished pieces that range from a Halloween Boyd's bear that is sitting in a painted bear bucket that I did. When I go to the MIBISIGI event, I will be bringing popcorn balls made with candy corn. Yum yum. My sister suggested the recipe and she is a way better cook than I am hands down, oven and stove on without causing a red hot fire.

My other projects include a painted snowman tray that says Brr.....It's time for hot cocoa and marshmallows and on the painted tray, I put two holiday mugs with Swiss Miss hot cocoa mixes. How did she get to be the Swiss Miss? How about the Swiss man? Or is it not manly to drink hot cocoa?!!!!

I also painted a shelf sitting sign with a snowman that says,"Snowmen will melt your heart." And of course, I painted a cute snowman with flakes falling on him.

Next, I sewed a dog Christmas stocking that is filled with all sorts of goodies for the canine in your family. The material has dogs on it of course. I also painted a dog bone frame that says, "Dog gone cute." So, your favorite dog picture can be easily displayed.

I put together a cute glass door that says Hayrides- 5C each along with small pumpkins that won't fade on the vine or rot. It is very cute.

I think that was everything. The MIBISIGI extravaganza is so much fun that I can't wait to see all the goodies.

Betty M. will keep me posted on the latest news with that and I will post what she sends me. I invite you all to come and have some fun.

2. Make phone calls about the chimney flue at the new home. Santa will be having problems getting down that flue, if it isn't fixed. It seems that all the chimney folks are busy. Tis the season for cleaning repairing, installing, upgrading and scads of other problems that go hand in hand with chimneys. I am learning more about this type of flue than the flu. Which is worse? I am not sure.

3. Called the doctor's office and received a recorded message to record a message and after hearing my recorded message, they would then phone me. Have I hear anything yet? Heavens no.

4. On the trail of my Super Detox soap, which I think is working and helping out my second mom with a soap that she is in need of. Her current situation is mind boggling as both her mom and brother are in the same hospital with various troubles. Dad is possibly experiencing some heart difficulties after having both knees replaced and poor mom has a horrific cold. I think she is trying to do too much. So, hopefully the soap will put a smile on her face during this difficult family time. Mom is a wonderful blessing to her family, including me. I am one lucky gal to be apart of their family. My prayer is that they all recover quickly and can all go home soon.

5. Pick up of the sleigh bed and matching accessories at Pete's Barn kitty corner to the Unadilla Drive In. My good friend, Tom G., who I have known for years is an absolute peach of a fellow, who can get you laughing in no time at all. He has the biggest heart of any fellow that I know. He is genuine, kind and a sweetie pie. He picked up my furniture and he and his dogs, Spice and Mo delivered the goods to the storage shed. The dogs were so excited to be apart of the moving experience. Either that or they had to go to the bathroom. Who knows which one it was?

Needless to say, my cousin, Huckleberry will be happy with the bedroom suit as he is wrestling with the idea of staying at the storage shed instead of Motel 8, where they leave the light on. I did discover that you can buy those lights with the batteries. I shall have to invest in them as Huckleberry will need a nightlight. I believe he may have a shotgun with him to ward off any varmints that might want to share his bed. I told him no noise after 10, but you never know with him. He reminds me of Larry the Cable Guy, when it comes to poachers, especially at the storage facilities. No doubt, he will take chalk and write out the conditions and expectations while he is residing at the storage shed out in front on the pavement. Then, he will pray that it doesn't rain and remove his particular commandments.

6. After taking care of the bedroom furniture, off to my first meeting with my sorority sisters in 2 and 1/2 years. It was so exciting to see them all. They are just as I remembered them-welcoming, funny, engaging, happy, full of life and willing to help others. What a sensational group of women with many similar aspirations, but still retaining their individualism. I told them that it felt wonderful to see them and hear their voices. Lorrie R. and Pat N. gave us a tour of their trip to Greece, Italy, France, etc. They had a great time with many funny stories. We were howling with laughter after Pat N. told us about being locked out on their balcony and trying to find someone to rescue them. Call Pat if you should need help after this incredible episode on the cruise ship. Mind you, they were not even on land yet and already the fun began for her and Bob. What a classic story. We won't mention what happened to Lorrie during the trip.

I so enjoyed myself. What I love about my sorority is the ladies, of course, but that our sorority is service oriented-doing for the community in our small way.

7. Planning my transplant benefit-This is not an easy feat coordinating everything, I must say. My sister is in charge of the stamping up part and the Chinese auction. I am helping out there. I've crafted a bunch of items. Also, we will be seeking donations of gift cards, certificates or items from our local community. My sorority will be offering various foods. It will be a fun day, no doubt. Just getting it from its infancy to the actual day will be a challenge-but a good challenge. I am lucky to have so much support. It is encouraging to me to receive this kind support. When I know all the details, I will post them.

8. Well, could there be anymore things that needed my attention? Oh, yes, the insurance company, who billed my blood labs incorrectly. So, the loopy loop cycle begins once again in trying to correct the billing department. A recording? No, that can't be. What is worse, a recording or talking to someone in a foreign country that you can't understand? I think I would have to toss a coin on that one.

May you not have any Blue Mondays, but instead Happy Mondays!