I have a spider story but I don't know if it will only make you more paranoid after that experience! I'll put in in a spoiler and if you ignore I won't be mad
I had one of those Keurigs with the attached water reservoir. I saw it was getting low so I pulled it out, pulled off the top and there was a spider with it's gross webby nest in the lid! I won't exaggerate and say it was huge but it was the size of my thumb nail.
I totally just went to check mine now... Just in case
Ugh @led that sounds like a nightmare. I hope it's dead!
teraiin, I am in the same position and just keep procrastinating. I'm thinking I'll get the Mazda CX5 but I loathe the idea of going to a dealership and haggling, dealing with slimy sales men, etc. I wish there was an Amazon for cars where I could just order online and they would bring it to my driveway.
I am in the middle of an early morning webinar, and then I have another call, and after that I head to the office for a lunch and learn. It would have been nice to be at home all day but I guess I need to get out of my PJs.
I go into work early and of course, I manage to get locked out of my desktop.
I've done that before. One day I came in early, got locked out of my computer and had to wait for a coworker to come in to give me the number for help desk. That's why I now keep the number on a post it at my desk.
A couple of CWs and I planned to attend a Diamondbacks game when we go to Arizona for our annual conference. She emailed me last night after I left that she'd purchased our tickets. I'm not a huge baseball fan but I like new experiences and I haven't been to a ball game in ages. I hope it's a good game.
I've spent the last hour comparing vehicles prices for new/used/leased for SUVs and trucks trying to figure out what we want. Too many numbers. Is it bedtime yet?
I stopped researching for our new SUV. It gave me a headache. Esp since DH has changed his top picks so.many.times. He threw me a curve ball this week and said he'd prefer a pickup truck. For a new side business he wants to start up. WTF. We need a bigger family car. This means a second new car def has to be added in the next year. He business better be a big money maker!
teraiin H and I are in a very similar position! I want to get rid of my car because I want an SUV with AWD/4WD now that I live in ice and snow. I know people drive around all the time with cars in ice and snow, but this is going to be my first winter living where it snows, so I want a bigger vehicle.
H has a 4WD SUV that we both love. If I get something else, then he will continue to drive his SUV. If he gets something else, then I will get his SUV. We can't decide who should get something else and what that should be. What are you leaning towards?
That's pretty much our dilemma. I'm going to put it behind a spoiler so anyone not interested in car rambling doesn't need to read it all
Originally our idea was to trade in MH's SUV in 2-3 years (if it made it that long) because his is old enough and worn out enough that it's really not worth much. He would take my truck and we'd get me something. But now it looks like my truck is going to need to go soon. Probably either before or right after his SUV (again depending on how long his SUV holds up).He's pretty firm on wanting a truck and I'm pretty firm in wanting a family/dog friendly SUV. So we're most likely going to end up with those it really just depends on who we want to get what first and that might depend on the incentives being offered at the time. We also had always planned on leasing our next vehicle and then possibly purchasing the other one. (See we had this master plan that clearly isn't going to happen) Mostly because we don't put many miles at all on our vehicles and they depreciate so fast. Now our hands are being forced because we might not have the luxury of waiting around. IDK.As far as WHAT we're leaning towards specifically, he's dead set on a chevy truck (2 door, full size, 4 wheel drive). I've always wanted a grand cherokee (I learned on a cherokee and I loved it) but they're pretty pricey (imo) so I'm not against looking at comparable vehicles. Google suggests Toyota Highlander and Honda CR-V (CR-X? IDK). I really need to see them in person. Growing up in such a snowy city has made me sort of a 'snob' when it comes to tires, wheel bases, etc. We bought new snow tires for the truck this past winter because we figured we'd have the truck another 5+ years (hopefully) so part of me is wondering if I could see what is 'out there' that would use those tires... but realistically we'll just sell the tires and start fresh.So as you can see we have no real direction right now. :(Originally our idea was to trade in MH's SUV in 2-3 years (if it made it that long) because his is old enough and worn out enough that it's really not worth much. He would take my truck and we'd get me something. But now it looks like my truck is going to need to go soon. Probably either before or right after his SUV (again depending on how long his SUV holds up).
He's pretty firm on wanting a truck and I'm pretty firm in wanting a family/dog friendly SUV. So we're most likely going to end up with those it really just depends on who we want to get what first and that might depend on the incentives being offered at the time. We also had always planned on leasing our next vehicle and then possibly purchasing the other one. (See we had this master plan that clearly isn't going to happen) Mostly because we don't put many miles at all on our vehicles and they depreciate so fast. Now our hands are being forced because we might not have the luxury of waiting around. IDK.
As far as WHAT we're leaning towards specifically, he's dead set on a chevy truck (2 door, full size, 4 wheel drive). I've always wanted a grand cherokee (I learned on a cherokee and I loved it) but they're pretty pricey (imo) so I'm not against looking at comparable vehicles. Google suggests Toyota Highlander and Honda CR-V (CR-X? IDK). I really need to see them in person. Growing up in such a snowy city has made me sort of a 'snob' when it comes to tires, wheel bases, etc.
We bought new snow tires for the truck this past winter because we figured we'd have the truck another 5+ years (hopefully) so part of me is wondering if I could see what is 'out there' that would use those tires... but realistically we'll just sell the tires and start fresh.
So as you can see we have no real direction right now.
Post by requiressnacks on Aug 5, 2015 8:17:01 GMT -5
teraiin - I always hesitate to give car advice because there are so many factors at play: personal taste, budget, family needs, etc. But my mom just bought a brand new CRV and loves it. Worth checking out.
teraiin my famy owns a lot of Honda CRV'S. Very dependable and last a long time. I think they look nice too. The Highlander is my top choice. I think that's bigger than the CRV.
My brother-in-law just got a CRV and he loves it. But MH doesn't want to get one because he says we'll never hear the end of how our brother-in-law picked out our car. I told him I couldn't care less who has which vehicle so long as the vehicle works for us and is a price we can handle.
My 4th day at the new job. I work for a food dist and the Kitchen is on the same floor. Whenever they are done testing new recipes the food is brought out to the break room. So far there's been: bagels, cheesecakes, fruit cobblers, mini choc mousse cakes, blueberry muffins and poppy seed muffins. The break room also has free coffee and cappucino machines. This is the worst, & best, job ever.
I had to speak on the radio for Relay for Life this morning. They told me it was going to be 15 minutes, but I was on air for more like 45. It exceeded my expectations, so I am glad that I did it. Next time I won't have so much anxiety about it. It was on an AM station at 8 am in the summer. There is no chance that anyone was even listening to it!
Tried to pack last night and DS made it impossible. Everything I packed he unpacked. Then he'd start throwing random items into the suitcases. I'm going to try again tonight once he's in bed.
I'm super hungry for lunch right now. I'm seriously thinking spicy chicken fried rice.
We got new dental insurance since DH started at the new school. It goes into effect in September. I was hoping the dentist we really liked would take it. Nope. I hate searching for new dentists and doctors. UGH!
I had to speak on the radio for Relay for Life this morning. They told me it was going to be 15 minutes, but I was on air for more like 45. It exceeded my expectations, so I am glad that I did it. Next time I won't have so much anxiety about it. It was on an AM station at 8 am in the summer. There is no chance that anyone was even listening to it!
You'd be surprised! I used to do radio interviews for Relay on weird AM stations and someone would always call/email me to tell me they heard me!
A couple of CWs and I planned to attend a Diamondbacks game when we go to Arizona for our annual conference. She emailed me last night after I left that she'd purchased our tickets. I'm not a huge baseball fan but I like new experiences and I haven't been to a ball game in ages. I hope it's a good game.
I always feel like baseball games are less about the game and more about the drinking beer and eating hotdogs. But that may just be me
I had to speak on the radio for Relay for Life this morning. They told me it was going to be 15 minutes, but I was on air for more like 45. It exceeded my expectations, so I am glad that I did it. Next time I won't have so much anxiety about it. It was on an AM station at 8 am in the summer. There is no chance that anyone was even listening to it!
You'd be surprised! I used to do radio interviews for Relay on weird AM stations and someone would always call/email me to tell me they heard me!
Well, I am glad that you tell me this now that it is done! Telling myself that no one was listening is what got my butt in the chair this morning!
I am at work today. I am sooo tired and sore. I was helping with some games at a city event last night and I did so much bending and squatting and lifting. Simultaneously makes me feel terrible and like I really need to work out a lot more. It was fun though.
Ugh @led that sounds like a nightmare. I hope it's dead!
teraiin, I am in the same position and just keep procrastinating. I'm thinking I'll get the Mazda CX5 but I loathe the idea of going to a dealership and haggling, dealing with slimy sales men, etc. I wish there was an Amazon for cars where I could just order online and they would bring it to my driveway.
Behind here so sorry if this has been addressed already, but I have the CX5 and absolutely love it. We did a ton of research before buying (created spreadsheets, test drove quite a few, etc) and for us it was definitely the best choice. I can answer any questions on that one if you have any!
EGAD spiders are the worst. (Don't worry guys, I won't go there lol) I just found out my parent booked me a site for a week at the campground they have a seasonal site at. I am excited to go and just chill with my dog for a week before going back to work. Andplusalso my friend + her other bridesmaids might come up for one night and do a bachelorette a la glamping style.
I am at work today. I am sooo tired and sore. I was helping with some games at a city event last night and I did so much bending and squatting and lifting. Simultaneously makes me feel terrible and like I really need to work out a lot more. It was fun though.
Squats are the devil! I'm glad you had fun though.
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