kittensaver
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Post by kittensaver on Jul 17, 2015 9:08:40 GMT -5
The community where I work has been experienced pretty severe power outages for the past three days (so the office is closed) and my 6 pm physical therapy appointment was moved up to yesterday, so I unexpectedly (but not sadly  ) find myself with an entire free day on my hands. Other than sleeping in (which I already did), what would you do if you suddenly had a whole day to yourself with no obligations? Looking for fun ideas. |
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Cookies Galore
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Post by Cookies Galore on Jul 17, 2015 9:11:01 GMT -5
Pedicure
Day drinking
Read a book outside
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andi9899
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Post by andi9899 on Jul 17, 2015 9:11:05 GMT -5
Get a massage and maybe a mani/pedi.
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Post by andi9899 on Jul 17, 2015 9:12:21 GMT -5
I thought the drinking was a given. I'm amending my suggestions to include drinking too.
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cael
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Post by cael on Jul 17, 2015 9:12:46 GMT -5
I'd go to the beach!  |
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Post by swasat on Jul 17, 2015 9:16:01 GMT -5
I'd watch junk tv, with a mojito in hand, then go for a massage.
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Post by cael on Jul 17, 2015 9:21:13 GMT -5
mm, junk tv... marathon something on Netflix would be my next rec. after the beach!
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kittensaver
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Post by kittensaver on Jul 17, 2015 9:25:16 GMT -5
Not to sound like you-know-who (deflecting all the suggestions), but I did the massage and mani/pedi yesterday (when the office closed down for the second time).
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andi9899
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Post by andi9899 on Jul 17, 2015 9:26:55 GMT -5
In that case, I would watch old movies and drink.
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Post by sesfw on Jul 17, 2015 9:52:36 GMT -5
Old movies and needle work .........
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Post by NancysSummerSip on Jul 17, 2015 10:41:56 GMT -5
Get in an extra workout (ducks to avoid incoming blunt objects being thrown by EE'ers at me).
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Post by The Captain on Jul 17, 2015 10:54:05 GMT -5
The community where I work has been experienced pretty severe power outages for the past three days (so the office is closed) and my 6 pm physical therapy appointment was moved up to yesterday, so I unexpectedly (but not sadly ) find myself with an entire free day on my hands. Other than sleeping in (which I already did), what would you do if you suddenly had a whole day to yourself with no obligations? Looking for fun ideas.  But seriously...I'm on a major purge/organization kick right now. Got anything that you can pack up and take to Goodwill? It's amazing how much of a drag a cluttered/dis-organized space can be on you menally. |
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Post by The Captain on Jul 17, 2015 10:54:28 GMT -5
Get in an extra workout (ducks to avoid incoming blunt objects being thrown by EE'ers at me).  You were kidding, right? |
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Post by lexxy703 on Jul 17, 2015 10:58:56 GMT -5
I would put on my jammies & read a book. Then I'd start drinking & watching marathon TV or movies. |
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Post by Chocolate Lover on Jul 17, 2015 11:09:28 GMT -5
Yes to everything but decluttering. Even though I agree it's much nicer to not be cluttered. I also suspect that Kittensaver isn't very cluttered. I could be wrong..... I have books calling my name on the Kindle so I vote for reading and drinking.  |
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Post by ArchietheDragon on Jul 17, 2015 11:10:08 GMT -5
internet porn
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Post by saveinla on Jul 17, 2015 11:25:50 GMT -5
Go to the dine in cineplex at Santa Monica, then to the library and get some fluffy books and come home and veg out.
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Post by NancysSummerSip on Jul 17, 2015 11:28:30 GMT -5
Get in an extra workout (ducks to avoid incoming blunt objects being thrown by EE'ers at me). You were kidding, right? Sadly, no.  |
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Post by lexxy703 on Jul 17, 2015 11:33:58 GMT -5
Yes to everything but decluttering. Even though I agree it's much nicer to not be cluttered. I also suspect that Kittensaver isn't very cluttered. I could be wrong..... I have books calling my name on the Kindle so I vote for reading and drinking. Did you miss Nancy's post about working out? |
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Post by Chocolate Lover on Jul 17, 2015 11:35:05 GMT -5
Yes to everything but decluttering. Even though I agree it's much nicer to not be cluttered. I also suspect that Kittensaver isn't very cluttered. I could be wrong..... I have books calling my name on the Kindle so I vote for reading and drinking. Did you miss Nancy's post about working out? I chose to pretend it doesn't exist. It's just so wrong in so many ways. |
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Post by Cookies Galore on Jul 17, 2015 11:38:11 GMT -5
Get in an extra workout (ducks to avoid incoming blunt objects being thrown by EE'ers at me). Ooh yeah. Just got back from lunch and it's absolutely gorgeous. I'd get in a nice long run if I had the time! |
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Post by Robert not Bobby on Jul 17, 2015 11:44:24 GMT -5
The community where I work has been experienced pretty severe power outages for the past three days (so the office is closed) and my 6 pm physical therapy appointment was moved up to yesterday, so I unexpectedly (but not sadly ) find myself with an entire free day on my hands. Other than sleeping in (which I already did), what would you do if you suddenly had a whole day to yourself with no obligations? Looking for fun ideas. That is an unexpected delight...so obviously I'm not a lady, but me... play tennis go for a long walk around the neighborhood help someone who needs help listen to music...it is good for your soul |
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Post by NancysSummerSip on Jul 17, 2015 11:52:59 GMT -5
Did you miss Nancy's post about working out? I chose to pretend it doesn't exist. It's just so wrong in so many ways. Hey, I'm not even going to argue. Let's just say you and my DH would get along very well on this subject.  |
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Post by Chocolate Lover on Jul 17, 2015 13:17:16 GMT -5
Smart man, Mr. Nancy |
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Post by kittensaver on Jul 17, 2015 19:15:11 GMT -5
Well lol Chocolate Lover is right - I don't have much decluttering to do, our house stays picked up most of the time. I can't live in a mess! [for anyone who's interested, try reading Marie Kondo's book The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up: The Japanese art of Decluttering and Organizing] I took a little bit of everyone's advice! I spent two hours riding my bike at the beach, ran some errands and then caught up on a knitting project. Thanks everyone for the suggestions! Back to the office on Monday! |
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Post by msventoux on Jul 17, 2015 20:47:45 GMT -5
I'm reading the Marie Kondo book now. I can kinda get on board with the whole sparks joy thing. I can't get on board with thanking my coat, shoes, clothes, etc. for their service during the day everyday when I come home. I refuse to be nicer to inanimate objects than I am to the people and pets in my life.  Glad you had a good day! |
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Post by The Walk of the Penguin Mich on Jul 18, 2015 11:45:53 GMT -5
Cook something detailed for dinner.....
I have a tenderloin roast in the freezer I'm waiting for a free day (and cooler weather) to do Beef Wellington.
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Post by KaraBoo on Jul 19, 2015 16:28:09 GMT -5
I'm reading the Marie Kondo book now. I can kinda get on board with the whole sparks joy thing. I can't get on board with thanking my coat, shoes, clothes, etc. for their service during the day everyday when I come home. I refuse to be nicer to inanimate objects than I am to the people and pets in my life. Glad you had a good day! Just saw this thread today - I have her book as well. I'll agree that I can't get into the "thanking inanimate objects" individually - but the sparks of joy is actually spot on! I followed the instructions to gather everything into one place. As I went through everything - I didn't stop to think about the object in detail - just long enough to think, "do I love this?" If yes, back to a keep pile to replace into the closet, drawer, shelf. If no - straight into the donate pile (or trash as it applied). If I hesitated due to strong emotional memories - I put it in a separate pile and re-classified the item into the "sentimental" category and placed it somewhere else in my house to go through later when I'm on the last step. I've only had the chance to go through my cloths and books at this time. I went from a fully stuffed closet and dresser to only things I actually like and wear. After throwing away stuff that wasn't in good shape to donate, I got rid of 3 large bags of cloths. When I went through my books, what did pack a large bookshelf, now only takes up less than 1 shelf (donated 3 large boxes to oldest daughter to take to half-priced books for her to turn in for whatever she wanted). What I did do - before taking items to donate - I looked at the large piles of things I was getting rid of and attempted the "thanking" part. It was clumsy and felt awkward - but I did it anyway as instructed in the book. What I found was - instead of thanking each individual item, once I thanked the pile (for being there when I needed it, showing me what I didn't like, amusing me with the words I read) - I was able to let go of the items without any guilt regardless of where the items came from or how much I paid for them. I'm on the paper part now - and that's where I seem to be stuck at the moment..... it seems so overwhelming!!! |
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Post by Artemis Windsong on Jul 19, 2015 19:19:27 GMT -5
I'm late to the party but anything outside in the sun and green.
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