After promising myself I would stay home, I decided to go out for a quick cup of coffee. I don't know why I keep doing it to myself, but I went out for coffee to my friend's place. The one who likes to argue with me, and of course after being less argumentative has gone back to her usual angry self. I think I could say one thing and she would automatically say I was wrong even if she knew I was right. I think it is much better for my mental health right now if I just stay away for longer periods of time, that actually seems to help.
It stayed pretty cool today and the wind was fairly strong and has picked up as the day has progressed. Supposed to be even cooler tomorrow. We got a bit lazy today and decided to wait another day before heading out and doing the last of the leaves and putting away a few more pots and such.
Worked on my projects today, and the sewing machine decided it was going to act up a bit. I could have gotten a bit more completed if I hadn't had to clean the throat plate out as often as I had to. Perhaps the machine needs a bit of a rest???? If that is the case I will perhaps cut out Harvey's pajama pants tomorrow and work more on the embroidery. Right now I am leaning more towards needing 9 embroidered blocks. Just to make the quilts wide enough to at least lay at the end of a bed. The rubber backing needs to be sewn on Kris's woven rug so I could get that done as well. Thus giving my machine a bit of a rest and me getting rid of some frustration over the cleaning of the throat plate.
Could also make a few more spice mixes for the gift baskets, and figure out what to do with some rather tough kale. It is a bit hard to eat it in a salad, but today the last of that shall be eaten.
Simplicity wise, my hall is nice and clean. Much easier to keep clean now as well. Next up is to work on what is under my desk. The top is pretty good as I did go through lots of the papers and removed or filed them away. The drawers could use another tidy as well.
Off to get supper started as Harvey needs to watch the ball game tonight. Hopefully the Blue Jays win this one, though after 18 innings last night both teams could be plenty tired. Hope to get some of you visited as well.
Everybody have a wonderful evening.
God bless.
Doesn't sound like a friend worthy of your mental health.
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Hi Jackie, thank you for sharing your news.
ReplyDeleteI used to have a friend who was argumentative like that Jackie. After a visit with her I would feel exhausted. She moved a long way away & we kind of lost touch & I was not sorry at all. xx
ReplyDeleteI don't blame you for keeping your distance if someone wants to provoke you into an argument all the time. Very draining. My sewing machine regularly drives me mad, as it is always unthreading itself. Not sure why, and not great these days when my eyesight isn't as good as it was and I have to keep re-threading it.
ReplyDeleteHave you ever talked to her about what she does with the way she argues? Were you able to get the sewing machine working again? Hope so. I had to take mine in awhile back.
ReplyDeleteYes, I think it will be good to your mental health to stay away from your coffee friend for a while. Your peace is more important. It’s rained here this week and is supposed to continue today, so the things I had planned to do outside will have to wait. You inspire me to get creative in the gift area. I got all my supplies gathered together to start my large casserole hot pads. Now I’m thinking I could make something for Bailey for her Christmas too.
ReplyDeleteI have a friend like that, I stay her friend as I know she needs one, but it is hard at times. You are a good person.
ReplyDeleteI agree, your friend sounds quite toxic, and for your own sake it's best to stay away from her as much as possible.
ReplyDeleteSounds like you've got lots on your plate. I did some knitting during the first game (though I didn't stay at the clubhouse for the entire game...I was tired!). But last night's game was very exciting so I didn't knit at all. If I get through everything I want to do this afternoon, I'll work on it then.
BTW, it is 29C here and I've had to turn on the a/c in the unit. It looks like it will be close to mid-November before it cools off. I'm almost missing the cooler temperatures at home - almost!
Returning to your tough kale - have you tried trimming off the stalks and thick veins, slicing finely, spreading on a baking sheet with a little oil and putting it in a very hot oven for a few minutes, till crispy? Very nice as a veg, or on top of a soup. Used to be sold in the UK as seaweed. You can add in sesame seeds and soy sauce - if that is the kind of thing you keep in the cupboard
ReplyDeleteI’ve had a couple of friends like yours in the past and I have had to let the friendship go because of what it was doing to me. You know the old saying, “with friends like that, who needs enemies?” applies there. No for me it was best to move on.
ReplyDeleteTake care.
I've come to the age that if someone brings me down, they are not worth my friendship. She sounds to me like she wants to bring you and perhaps everyone else down to her level. Save yourself!
ReplyDeleteI had a toxic friend like that and finally gave up on her and I don't regret it for one minute. I feel sorry for her because I doubt she has any friends but she brought it on herself.
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