May. 4, 2008 - Extinct
I finally killed our vacuum. Anyone who has been around my blog for a little while might suspect the REASON with fairly good accuracy. I was in denial of it for a while (smoke? smoke? What smoke?) but had to come to terms with the fact that getting a little 'extra' money and then having your Hoover, your computer, your car battery, and your husband's motorcycle-slash-primary-source-of-transportation all go south at the same time, might actually be considered God's provision. Don't worry Honey, I won't fail to include the ticket that was received on said primary-source-of-transportation in this equation.
Maybe my mistake was that I had just put a little too much emphasis on the term 'extra'?
Regardless, this girl just can not live without her vacuum!
My new one is just like my old one, but this time in the shiny red sports model. Can't say I am afraid of change. And you know what? As boring and practical as it is, I do kind of look forward to using it knowing it will work.
Also, be assured (Mom) that the fun is not all lost either, because we do still get to take the girls to Portland for my Birthday on the 15th to see the DINOSAURS.(And no that is not any indication of how old I am going to be. Shame on you!)I can't tell you how excited we all are. My girls are getting to that hyper I-just-might-burst stage of excitement and we still have more than a week to go.
I have to admitt, It does feel just a little like we are getting away with something; being able to take off in the middle of the week. Skipping class maybe? Who says that learning = what happens Monday-Friday between the hours of 8:00am and 3:00pm in a school building? Not you, of course, I know your sort.
Not us either.
Comments
May. 5, 2008 - Untitled Comment
Posted by SmallWorld
Congrats on your beautiful new purchase!
May. 5, 2008 - Untitled Comment
Posted by CrossView
There is just something about a new vacuum! =D
You know, I never thought I'd *say* that. LOL!
Happy Almost Birthday. And I won't touch the irony of the dinosaur exhibit. =/
May. 5, 2008 - Untitled Comment
Posted by drewsfamilytx
LOL I like ze shiny red!
And I'd die without my Dyson!
Oh and HAPPY BIRTHDAY to youuuuuuu!
May. 5, 2008 - Careful...
Posted by anotherblogonthefire
you don't want to get a ticket with that new vacuum.
Does it make cappuccino?
May. 5, 2008 - He,he
Posted by momofsix
Yep, either printers, vacuum cleaners, or washing machines burn out in our house. It seems that I need some regular warranty with them because I can't keep them working for too long. Thanks for the giggles.
May. 7, 2008 - Untitled Comment
Posted by MayTheyBeMightyMen
So sorry about the passing of your vacuum and other various things. We've had the same kind of thing going on here. I guess "economic stimulus" has less to do with fun and more to do with need. *sigh*
Glad you are back occasionally. :') I get a kick out of your blog.
May. 10, 2008 - Untitled Comment
Posted by callmekate
Thanks for the birthday greeting!
And Happy Birthday to you, a bit early. I hope you have a great day seeing the Dinos with your girls. It is a blessing to be able to go during the week to things like that, less crowds and all. Learning happens anywhere and all the time.
Your new vacuum sounds hip! I couldn't live without mine, either.
Have a Happy Mother's Day!
Kate
May. 11, 2008 - Untitled Comment
Posted by debbiecorley
How about a Dyson!!!??? I've been coveting one of those babies for years...I wish *my* vacuum would break so I'd have an excuse to buy one!
Happy Mother's Day!
May. 12, 2008 - It never fails...
Posted by myheartsjoy
that when we look forward to a tax refund, child tax credit, or what have you, something always comes up that requires the use of it versus us being able to trot off to Disney or buy a "pleasure" item. But like you, we have come to see it as God's provision and are glad we don't have to scrape it up from somewhere else!
Jun. 12, 2008 - Wow - a red vacuum!
Posted by sockmonkey
Is that what WOMEN get when we have a mid-life crisis?! Ha! Seriously, that's one plum pretty vacuum! We recently had to buy a new one when our 18 year old Royal gave up the ghost. The new one is so fun my daughter ASKS if she can vacuum! No doubt the novelty will wear-off, but until then, I'm taking advantage!
Jun. 20, 2008 - Untitled Comment
Posted by debbiecorley
Where are you, friend?????
Jun. 25, 2008 - <em>Untitled Comment</em>
Posted by mycrazylife
Hey there stranger! I just wanted to pop by and tell you I was thinking of you. I know you can't visit because your computer can't take the stress, but just know you are missed! I hope you are well!
Blessings,
Hallie
Edited by mycrazylife on Jun. 25, 2008 at 9:47 PM
Jun. 26, 2008 - Untitled Comment
Posted by chris36
I understand what you mean. I'm in denial myself. But, we just bought ours, so until it blows up, I'm using it :).
Hope you're having a great summer. How were the dinosaurs?
Aug. 11, 2008 - Untitled Comment
Posted by sagerats
May? What on earth have you been up to? Did the computer finally die as well?
We just had to get a new vaccuum too. I just bought a super cheap one. I have no luck with vaccuums no matter what I spend so I may as well go cheap. I can buy three cheap ones for the price of a so called decent one. For me, that actually saves money, all things considered in my vaccuum world.
Abiding in the Vine!
Aug. 31, 2008 - sorry this is off topic
Posted by Suzanne
I saw that you're a friend of Marsha (drewsfamilytx)'s, so I wanted to ask you to pray for her. If you're not sure why, please stop by her blog http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/drewsfamilytx/581634/ or mine http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/Suzanne/580889/.
thanks.
