Did a little shopping with The Daughter and The Middle on Saturday and found this sleeveless sweater on the 80% off rack. 

I didn't have a lot of time this morning, and this photo is darker than I'd like it to be.  Thus, you can't exactly tell that it is purple, and I don't have a decent photo program on my lap top on which to lighten it up a bit.

So, it is what it is.  I just didn't want to miss MAMM again this week.

Totally forgot about MAMM yesterday, so no photo this week.

If time, will try to get my "Things on Tuesday", but who knows what the night will be like.

Found a house we love, but it costs a lot and we still haven't sold the stupid house here.

Gah.

A bullet-point update on the goings-on 'round here...

• We are lowering the price of the house.  Yes, already.  If we really want to move this summer, we have to be more aggressive.  This does not give us much negotiating room.  But the market sucks, so we really have no choice.  Maybe someone will come and have a looksie now...
• I am still sad about leaving my job here.  Everyone knows now, and they have been so sweet.  They really hate to see me go!  Imagine that - a job where they really appreciate you.  It is a blessing.
• We are going house hunting this weekend.  Even if we don't have a contract.  One good thing is that houses are staying on the market for eons, so we still may actually have a chance at a house we like, even if we have to wait for a contract here to make an offer.  (Funny how on one hand that's a blessing and on the other, not so much.)
• I am lovin' Facebook lately.  I have been catching up with all kinds of folks.  Seriously, when you've moved almost 13 times between 6 different states in less than 20 years, ya meet some people!
• Oh!  Not only are we going house hunting this weekend, we are going sans kiddos!  Yes, three nights with just my hubby.  An impromptu get away that will likely be extremely busy, but we'll have to go back to the hotel sometime, eh?
  

I can moblog now.

Oh, man.

This is probably not a good thing.

You have been warned.

(insert ornery grin here)

At least I won't have any excuse not to post to Me and My Monday, eh?

How are you celebrating the 4th of July?

We have absolutely nothing planned today, and it feels WONDERFUL ! After going at break-neck speed for two weeks or more trying to get the house ready, it is nice to be able to take a kick-back day.

Hubby and I are updating our budget as I visit here. Later I will fire up the grill and throw on some steaks and corn-on-the-cob. I will whip up some brownies or cookies for our holiday dessert.  The kids would like to go see fireworks, but I am hoping to convince everyone to just stay home.

Tomorrow it's back to work - weekly house cleaning to keep the house spic-n-span for potential buyers and going through some boxes that I don't want to take with us !

clipped from www.associatedcontent.com Earlier this spring, our entire area was under a wind advisory. As I drove the kids to school, the evidence of this was abundant in the scattering of leaves, branches, and debris in yards and the roadway. In some places, young trees were completely uprooted, causing the kids to gape in wonder at Mother Nature's temper.

What's your favorite type of donut?
Submitted by tomatshonino.

Do I have to pick just one?

Seriously, donuts are the bane of my existence.  I adore them.  I know they are horribly bad for me, but I almost can not resist a donut.

This was really bad news when we lived 2 miles from Krispy Kreme.

Anyway, if I go to the Dunkin', I get either Boston Creme or Toasted Coconut.  If I happen upon a Krispy Kreme, give me a glazed sour cream, and thankyouverymuch.

I still haven't managed to pin Rob down long enough to read the two personality test results, so I submit them now to you - which is more me, or am I a combination of both?

Here's the first result:

Engaged Idealist (EI)

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Engaged Idealists are extroverted and helpful. Others find them to be very congenial and inspiring - especially as they are always willing to see the best in the other person. Their humour, their energy and their optimism attract other people. Engaged Idealists are very good at communicating and are good at convincing and firing on others. That is why it is a matter of course that they often take over the leading role in groups. This personality type often produces very charismatic persons.

Engaged Idealists have an unusually strong ability to empathise. They are tolerant and generous towards others; they sometimes tend to idealise their friends. They always try to suit everybody and want their relationships to be harmonious and satisfactory. To achieve this, they are prepared to invest a great deal and to put their requirements last. As Engaged Idealists are very considerate, there is the danger of them sacrificing and overexerting themselves for others. In their job, they therefore have to be very careful not to develop a burnout syndrome.

Engaged Idealists are reliable, well organised and love structuring complicated situations. They have difficulty accepting criticism; they quickly feel hurt and misunderstood. Their perfectionism also influences their love life - they look for the perfect relationship for life. Once they have made their decision, they are faithful, well-balanced and loving partners. However, should they get involved with the wrong person, it can happen that they allow themselves to be exploited for a long time before they end the relationship.

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Adjectives which describe your type

extroverted, theoretical, emotional, planning, idealistic, committed, likable, enthusiastic, responsible, helpful, loyal, diplomatic, friendly, inspiring, caring, solicitous, optimistic, effusive, adaptable, communicative, articulate, convincing, energetic, optimistic, open, vulnerable

These subjects could interest you

art, psychology, politics, honorary work, environmental protection, nature, travel


Then I went back, read through again, and altered two of the answers (the two that I struggled with choosing between in the first place):

Social Realist (SR)

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Social Realists are popular persons full of energy. They are reliable, well organized and helpful. Traditional values are important to them. Founding a family also plays a central role in their life. Social Realists have a marked social streak. They are always ready to listen to the worries and problems of others and spare no effort when they are asked for help. With empathy and understanding, they can sense what other people need. Social Realists are always willing to highly regard the strong points of the other person and to excuse that person’s weaknesses. They are the most sociable of all personality types. Social contacts are very important to them.

Social Realists find it very difficult to cope with conflicts and criticism - harmony is their elixir of life. Acknowledgement and esteem are very important to this type. Differentiation on the other hand is not necessarily one of their strong points. At work and in partnerships, they are loyal, committed and always there when needed. They find it easy to make friends due to their open, warm manner and they have a large circle of friends. In love, they are faithful and attentive and care for their partners with a great deal of imagination and sensitivity. Social Realists show their feelings openly and honestly. Should a relationship break up, they tend to blame themselves. That is why they find it very difficult to end a partnership even if it has not fulfilled their requirements for some time.

Social Realists are more conservative types. They have a set system of values and rules which is orientated to the prevailing traditions. They prefer clear, structured surroundings and work processes; they find too much change und unrest unpleasant. Their strong points are carefulness and reliability and not so much flexibility and spontaneity. Social Realists are open-minded towards anything new only to a limited extent. But, should one be looking for someone to fulfil a task reliably and exactly, they are the right persons.

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Adjectives which describe your type

extroverted, practical, sentimental, planning, emotional, temperamental, energetic, tradition-conscious, loyal, helpful, devoted, reliable, caring, objective, thorough, organised, warm-hearted, open, friendly, sociable, chummy, obliging, self-sacrificing, public-spirited, sensitive, kind, demanding

These subjects could interest you

honorary work, parties, going out, music, hiking, cooking, craftwork, nature, literature


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After re-reading them today, I am leaning toward the initial result, Engaged Idealist.  What do you think?