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You're well on your way to being a star in the shabby chic/reduce, reuse, recycle furniture makers club! ;) Whatever works!
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it was 5 degrees last night and I don't think I'm prepared for winter just yet :(
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Winter has officially arrived for some of us, complete with plenty of snow!

I went home early from work today because I was feeling so unwell. I get colds sometimes, but today I had chills and felt light-headed a bit, until (fortunately) close to the end of the day where I felt so shaky and couldn't stop shaking and was really light-headed to the point of seeing spots and having a coworker tell me I was totally white. It made me thankful to usually be healthy, and really thankful for a wonderful coworker who covered for me so I could go home (as soon as I felt safe to drive) and have a two-hour nap. I still don't feel great, but I feel way better than I did earlier!
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Exciting things are happening here! For starters we've almost finished getting everything moved in to the apartment. My desk that I mentioned earlier is now moved in however it is currently sitting upside down and only has one leg on it. I made it a bit too big to fit through the doorways at the apartment. It will let me add some more sturdiness to the legs though so it's not all bad.

Finally, after a year of working at the tire shop I will be able to start looking for a different job. The past couple of months I was able to take the exams for the CompTIA A+ certification which is basically computer troubleshooting. With that under my belt I'll be able to get a job as a computer technician!
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Wow, you have been busy, Brad! :D I hope you find the right new job!

I got to spend a few hours this afternoon with my little niece, so that was fun! She's so busy, and it's fun to read and play with her. <3
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It was -1 degrees this morning. Now it is six degrees.
BUT NO SNOW!!!! :x

Happy New Year by the way :D
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Happy New Year indeed. :D

I spent some time sorting and organizing today, then spent a few hours visiting a friend (with our conversation interrupted regularly by her two adorable little girls) and then did some grocery shopping, where I managed to find more things than I had on my list. It's amazing how that happens. ;)
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Life... Where do I start. :mrgreen:

A year and a half ago, I flipped my convertible on the interstate and walked away with little more than a scratch (just Google "Lexington Man Flips Convertible").

More recently, my latest vehicle (a small 250cc motorbike, because I can't afford to insure a car; see above :mrgreen: ) conked out on me so I've been barely making enough to survive what with the cost of Ubering to work and back every day, the business I work for is shutting down, and my landlord is selling the house I'm renting. But oddly enough, I'm in good spirits, and I'm just glad I'm not dead (which is a feat in and of itself, believe me :mrgreen: ).
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Dang, glad to hear that you're ok! Will definitely be praying for your future, sounds like it'll be crazy.
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I'm glad that you're okay with all that stuff going on in your life! I guess an accident of that magnitude changes your attitude about some things. I hope things turn around for you in those other areas soon. :)
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~JCGJ~ wrote:More recently, my latest vehicle (a small 250cc motorbike, because I can't afford to insure a car; see above :mrgreen: )
I can only imagine. :( I got into a (relatively minor) accident a few months ago, and my rates doubled. And our 20-something male demographic isn't very conducive to good auto insurance rates to begin with.
~JCGJ~ wrote:But oddly enough, I'm in good spirits, and I'm just glad I'm not dead (which is a feat in and of itself, believe me :mrgreen: ).
That's definitely the most important thing.
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I’m going on vacation soon and yesterday I obtained my second nursing certification - specialty certifications that basically say I have special knowledge. It makes my professional name longer essentially lol. My mom told me I was the smartest in the family. After a 165 question test, I passed to become a Blood and Marrow Transplant Certified Nurse ☺️
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Way to go, Danielle! That sounds pretty impressive to me. :D It sounds like you've more than earned your vacation!
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Great to hear, Danielle! Now I know how to call if I suddenly need some blood. ;)

I just moved from Michigan to Tennessee, which is pretty exciting. Lots of new adventures!
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New adventures sound good, Nate! I hope you're enjoying your new home. :D

I had a nice Sunday. I went to church, spent time with my family, and then got together with some old friends for coffee in the evening. Now to get ready for work tomorrow morning... ;)
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I decided to wear pants to work today. \:D/
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Good call, Top! Me too. I saw somebody wearing shorts the other day. He was outside pumping his own gas at a self serve spot at a gas station that provides full service for the same price. It was about -30C. I am not that kind of person. ;)

I had an evening meeting to attend after work, which makes for a long day, but at least I appreciate being home more afterwards! \:D/
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I have a friend who always wears a kilt. I'm kind of jealous but I'm not distantly Scottish like he is, so I don't want to appropriate a culture. :(
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Wow, he must stand out in a crowd! That's fun!

I spent the evening at a church prayer meeting, and it was wonderful. What a great way to spend an evening! :yes:
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But what about spending an evening at a church prayer meeting while wearing a kilt?! Win-win! \:D/
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