Mood:  rushed

I am a bit ahead of myself on the other website as we are literally rushing to get a few last minute things done around the house. I am also a day behind on this blog. Although it's dated as Sunday. I am writing this blog early Monday morning before heading off to the hospital for surgery.

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Updated: July 5, 2018 5:03 AM EDT

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Mood:  bright

You know what they say... a little laughter goes a long way!

Milk-Bone... DRUNK!  

Hehehehehe!

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Updated: July 5, 2018 5:03 AM EDT

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Mood:  sad

At the end of the day... we have each other.

Posted by GastroparesisAwarenessCampaignOrg. at 12:01 AM EST

Updated: July 5, 2018 5:05 AM EDT

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Mood:  chillin'

All this rain sure puts one in a mood... a M-E-L-L-O-W... mood.

Who has tried this really mellow, smooth tasting peach raspberry tea in a can? Actually... made by the Marley Family themselves!

Really? No.. Reallyyyyyyy MAN... hehehehehehe!

If you haven't had the chance to taste this smooth tea that really does not only relax you, but tastes like something from the cabana on the beach. Then you are totally missing out! For anyone who doesn't do very well with iced tea, flavored tea or really any kind of tea. The Marley Family have created a hit list of some serious super tasty beverages that are sure to hit the spot! A delicate, flavorful, easy on the stomach spot!

The Mellow... Spot...

http://drinkmarley.com/

Onto the main course by Chef Eric... HA!

Another rainy day here along our little Lazy River Town also means a perfect opportunity to catch up on repairing and repainting the basement steps. Followed by another cooking class for Chef Eric, by little ole me. Hehehehehe!

Nothing has gone easy as far as repairs in our home of less than 2 years. We are doing our best to stick to a timely schedule on what is left as far as smaller repairs. The basement steps should had been a small repair and repaint project. But it seems the cheap wood board used behind the steps proved more difficult than anticipated to remove after someone used ginormous, far-too-long nails. Also the bottom step must had been an after thought, because clearly only using a few nails will not properly secure any bottom wooden step. The nails... they cracked the wood and another small project was then born. Gees! At least the reflective white paint by HGTV Sherwin Williams looks a million times better than the old 50's style, retro mint green paint! Hehehehehe! I can't wait to show off the 'after' photos... soon to come!

This evenings Chef Eric dish just happens to have something in common with our flooding river... fish. Actually, a far cleaner, most definitely better tasting fish and veggies. One can never go wrong with Tilapia and organic veggies! Two power coupled foods on a plate that is also powerful for the brain and the body! A dash of sea salt, organic Amish butter and 25 minutes in the oven on 375 degrees. Quick, delicious and oh-so-healthy! Chef Eric is on his way of making the next step dishes that will take a lot longer than 25 minutes. But so far... I give him a thumbs up for a perfectly cooked dinner! Fish and veggies for him... a protein shake for little ole me.

Bon Appetit!

Posted by GastroparesisAwarenessCampaignOrg. at 12:01 AM EST

Updated: July 5, 2018 5:06 AM EDT

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Mood:  bright

I got my loving self back to walking the trails after needing to take a break for awhile. Health reasons that sometimes get in the way.

And you know what? I wasn't the walking, hiking beast that I used to be.

You know what else? It doesn't matter.

What does matter is that I got up, got dressed and showed up. I didn't show up for anyone else... but me.

I would be lying, if I didn't say that the past few months have been super tough! I've struggled. I've almost fell back into areas of relationships that have not served me well. During the past few months when times were tough... I have proved to myself that this gal is TOUGHER!

I know that I have been growing through it all because, in the midst of all the really hard stuff, I still didn't fall back on old coping mechanisms. I finally took the bull by the horns and got comfortable, being uncomfortable. I took it day-by-day. This year, I vow to continue to love myself with nothing... but love.

Having the emotional power and strength to say no to what does not serve you well is one of the best feelings you will ever experience in a lifetime. We all have the power to change... to change for the better. I may not have the strength and beast mode like I used to have while walking or hiking along the trails. But I don't let it stop me. I don't let my illness stop me. I don't even let the pain stop me.

Today was another day... a day to break free and go above and beyond any of even my expectations. Because at the end of the day. The most important expectations are what you set for yourself, by loving yourself and knowing that there are good days... and there will always be bad days. To see what is working and what's not.

Posted by GastroparesisAwarenessCampaignOrg. at 12:01 AM EST

Updated: July 5, 2018 5:08 AM EDT

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Mood:  cheeky

Yep, we had to go here... and... here we go!

In light of this years housing market which seems to be starting off a bit like last year...

Hehehehehehe!

#10. Not writing down accurate details on listing. If it states exterior material is vinyl siding... that doesn't equal pressed wood. Unless it was built back during the Abe Lincoln era.

#9. When you clearly know the land behind any given property has already been sold... to a land developer whom will be building a cookie cutter subdivision. This does not equal the peace and quiet any potential buyer is looking for that states in the beginning that they are looking for a quiet area. I may sleep with a sound machine-white noise, but that is definitely not the same as a bulldozer, jackhammers and other construction sounds.

#8. If a sex offender lives next door... it may not equal such a safe neighborhood as one may suggest it to be in the first place. Sure, people have the right to change. We all make mistakes. But shouldn't you be honest with whom you know lives next door, if you know that tad bit of important information ahead of time?.

#7. Hiding major home issues behind Grandma's antique oil paintings is a huge no-no! A golden rule to remember when hiding major flaws is that everything, in time, comes to surface.

#6. If the home smells like bad  socks that have been sitting for months. Why not take a few dollars and purchase some air fresheners before showing the home to a potential buyer. The first impression is a very important impression.

#5. Please be honest if you know what the current taxes are on a property instead of just trying to cover it up or guessing on your own. Nothing worse than to place an offer and then let the buyers know a week later that the taxes are on the high end... highest end with zero exemptions. $648.00 vs. $2,800... a HUGE difference!

#4. If you know the home has basement water issues. Just be honest! Do not attempt to hide the problem 24-hours before showing the property using fans and dehumidifiers. Some folks have a keen sense of smell when it comes to mold and mildew. Those whom have gone through radiation therapy and some forms of chemotherapy have an even stronger sense of smell... 10x stronger than the average person.

#3. Be honest with not just the potential buyer, but with yourself when making sure to include pictures of all the rooms within any given property when sending over the disclosure. Hiding a basement that looks like something out of 'Friday The 13th' is not only silly. But as for myself... I always ask to see the basement... first. If Jason is standing down there with a bucket and a boat... then clearly you have a water problem.

#2. No one wants to play the game of Trump. Unless you are the President, Donald Trump. Playing one offer against others in order to get the maximum commission makes you a sneaky realtor... not a good realtor.

And...

#1. Do not list a property for sale or as a private owner with a property for sale, just for the sole reason of finding out this years current appraised value. We have personally had this happen to us and trust me by saying, it speaks volumes about those who do such a thing. Especially when finding out through research that the same home owner has done it not just once, but several times over the years. Tis a great way to show others that you not only do not have a conscious. But what a downright sneaky, dishonest individual that you look like to others. Don't waste other folks valuable time. Invest $500.000 and buy your own appraisal. To any potential buyers during this years open market... we have some words of advice, "Never, ever share your appraisal with anyone, but the bank representative on the other end of the phone."

And there you go... our Top 10 Realtor Pet Peeves... from our own personal experience. It should be no surprise to anyone why we plan on making sure to sell our home privately and with a local real estate attorney. Less than $600, compared to over $10,000+ using a realty company.

You do the math!  It really is a no-brainer!

Living in a little, lazy, river town really does mean being one with the river! What an eye-opening video of where we used to walk along the river trails while capturing the amazing strength of the all mighty river! 

Posted by GastroparesisAwarenessCampaignOrg. at 12:01 AM EST

Updated: July 5, 2018 5:09 AM EDT

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Mood:  cheeky

We both have watched the latest video of super silly Babyblue vs. a SWIFFER clean SWEEP so many times now that we both lost track! Hahahahaha! If you haven't had a chance to check out today's Podcast-Blogcast video at, "Our Crazy Little Life," you certainly don't want to miss this one! Hahahahaha!

https://ourcrazylittlelife.podbean.com/

What didn't start off on a very funny day was literally having to reschedule today's rescan for tomorrow. I could not get comfortable at all with the nagging tumor pressure and pain. It also started firing up seizure aura... so needless to say... the radiologist felt it would be best to come in tomorrow afternoon. This way I could take my medication and let my brain and body rest. It took until around 11am for the pill to finally kick in, but finally I was able to go to sleep... Geesh!! I can't wait to get this next surgery over and done! I would much rather just get this one over with so if there is something that can be done surgically, at least it might lead up to far better days. More good days to enjoy life and share plenty of smiles and laughter with our little family. The new surgeon who took over my case will be performing surgery early next week in a hospital setting where at least they can handle any issues right then and there, not having to go under the surgical lights more than a few times over and over again. The past few months have literally been a huge learning curve for myself and Eric. Just because one, two, three or even more than four surgeons may not feel that nothing surgically can be further done on a far more complex medical case. Doesn't necessarily mean that every other surgeon will feel that exact same way. Each and every surgeon is truly different and unique when it comes to their expertise and personal opinions on far more complex medical cases. I am fortunate to now have come across my third surgeon in this still so very new... new year. Three new surgeons who are willingly wanting to go above and beyond so this gal can see far better days ahead. Amen!

Live~Love~Laugh

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Updated: February 20, 2018 3:09 AM EST

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Mood:  chillin'

Tis was very much a relaxing, take it easy, kind of Sunday... zzzzzz...

We have another early morning wake up call so my surgeon can get a bit better imaging before surgery. The scheduling department called yesterday so they could give me my new surgery date, but I was fast asleep! Of course, I am definately awake now after getting over 12 hours of some seriously rest. My body asked... and I delivered, along with Eric who said he got a bit too much sleep. Hahahaha! 

After sifting through the rest of our videos and photos of the overnight stay at a very historic barnhouse located in Kentucky. We came across this quite interesting photo that was taken in the parlor room. Eric was playing the piano... or at least trying... while I was sitting back taking random pictures of the property. Two pieces of our ITC equipment are visibly seen below this sort of spectacular white energy that seems to be reaching for an old stuffed animal that we placed along with our equipment, on top of the piano. We didn't come across this photo until earlier yesterday evening. After going through other photos and videos of the exact same room and area on top of the old piano. We have no solid explanation of what appears to be someone reaching for the old stuffed animal that we found up in the attic and placed on top of the piano earlier in the evening during our overnight visit. A few that we shared the photo with did also make mention that they firmly believe this to be some sort of energy... possibly from whomever was present within the parlor room while Eric was playing the piano. What an amazing capture of what really does appear to be someone reaching for the stuffed animal! The current owners have other information that suggests of a young girl that still resides within the old historic barnhouse. Could it be the little girl? I guess the only way one will ever find out... is in the afterlife. I am so glad to had captured such an amazing photo!

With it being Eric's rotating off days from work over the next few days. We plan on crossing off a few smaller projects around the house on our spring to-do list. While this gal takes it easy... Eric will be busy! We both can't wait to have the remaining touch ups finished by mid spring so this house can finally be listed on the open market. So far... it really is slim pickings for buyers. It's a sellers market around here, but hopefully just the opposite out west. Us buyers need our options too!

Posted by GastroparesisAwarenessCampaignOrg. at 12:01 AM EST

Updated: February 19, 2018 3:41 AM EST

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