Under Construction

[leatha_g 4]

You are definitely to be commended Donali, to even attempt such a chore. I'm amazed. But then, we all knew you were an all around pretty special kinda gal. You go girl!! Great job!

[Iluvharleys 15]

Donali - That is looking great! You'll make it! I just can't wait to see the after pictures!

Betty

[Iluvharleys 15]

Leatha - I love your new picture!

Betty

[Bright 9]

WHOOAAAA! Donali - We're not worthy, we're not worthy....

I am amazed at your fabulous work! Only 12 days - omigod! So how long will it be before you're back online after "reconnecting" with Indiana?????!!!!!!:mad: :D

By the way, I'm almost catching up with you - I bought a tin of white paint yesterday AND some polyfiller stuff....siiiiggghhhh - I'm more YDI than DIY - You Do It!!!

[donali 57]

You people are so cute and wonderful!! I guess it's pretty obvious by now that this "lapband support group" has transitioned into an overall support group for me. I come here to read about what's going on in the lives of "strangers" I have come to love and care for, and to socialize, laugh, cry, and even occasionally try and give back to!

Thanks for letting me stick around. YOU PEOPLE ROCK!!! :mad:

[Alexandra 55]

Donali, I think Trading Spaces needs a new carpenter, you interested? You're cute enough!! :mad:

I sure hope you take pics of you and your honey enjoying the new porch. We can't wait to see them!! You've definitely got me thinking of what kid-friendly project I might be tackling in the near future. Something without nails, hmmm....

[donali 57]

I'm more YDI than DIY - You Do It!!!

lol

Sometimes I wish I was more of a YDI than a DIY...

As far as being absent online from the 28th on, I shouldn't be ex-communicado too much. Probably nothing from 9/30-10/3, as we'll be in Austin, and of course the Vegas Bash 9/8-9/10, but other than that, I'll be popping-in throughout the work day.

SHHHHHHH!!! Did I really say that? lol Well, I do get a lunch hour and breaks.... :mad:

I can't guarantee how much post-workday time I'll be spending on the computer, at least at first, but most of you will be the first to tell me that eventually the "cow-eyes" period fades, and life returns to somewhat "normal" - meaning we start doing our seperate things, and never see each other again, even though we live in the same house... lol

Surely it won't get to be that drastic, right? I was just kidding about that last part! I'm counting on him dragging me to the beach and fossil-hunting, and vacationing, and eating lots of Mexican food together, even if we don't spend every waking moment gazing into eachother's eyes... :knockedou

lol

[Alexandra 55]

I think I'm out of the loop, D. This honey of yours is coming to live permanently?!? Are you nervous about that or is it a dream come true?

[donali 57]

This honey of yours is coming to live permanently?!? Are you nervous about that or is it a dream come true?

A lot of BOTH...

Yes, the plan is for him to come and live with me "permanently." He will still travel a lot, and may be away 4-5 months of the year, all told and added together, but I believe the plan is that I will be his "base of operations." lol

He was married for 10 years, so he has a better idea of what to expect than I do. I have never lived with an SO, so I feel like a highschool girl at 43, with all the insecurities and childish ways of that age. I'm hoping my relationship maturity comes on quickly, for both of our sakes!!

You know I'll be keeping you posted... lol Good and bad...

:mad:

[Alexandra 55]

Ooohhh, how exciting!! Enjoy the honeymoon period, it's FUUUN. And now that you're a grownup (and presumably he is too) the post-honeymoon part will be fun too. Good luck with everything!!!

[blossom 2]

Wow, Donali!!! Your new porch is looking great! Dh and I are planning to build a new house next summer. You're hired!!!!!:mad:

[donali 57]

Dh and I are planning to build a new house next summer. You're hired!!!!!

:mad: :D :eek:

lol

[Iluvharleys 15]

Sounds like a hot time in the old town that night! lol

Betty:D

[DeLarla 22]

Hey, next time you don't see my big mouth around here, rattle my cage and tell me to look at some new posts. How did I miss this one?

I'm getting on my knees and bowing to you. I wish I could be there but since I can't I do have some very helpful advice since my husband is in construction:

Say the "F" word a lot and throw your tools. That's what Chris does. Sometimes yell "Co**suck*r" as you throw the tools. Place a lot of blame on others like the wood suppliers and the glass company. It will be beautiful in no time.

I'm so flipping impressed.

[donali 57]

Say the "F" word a lot and throw your tools. That's what Chris does. Sometimes yell "Co**suck*r" as you throw the tools. Place a lot of blame on others like the wood suppliers and the glass company. It will be beautiful in no time.

AAAAAHHHHAHAHAHHAHAHAH!!!!!ROTFLMAO!!!!!! :D :eek:

Ah, DeLarla, you so crack me up! I'll have to try your advice. Although I will say, S**T has gotten me this far... lol

*still chuckling, shaking my head* :mad: