I haven't finished my account of how we survived Ulysses. The clean up isn't done yet. But, we had to go back to our routine. So, clean up is just done in between appointments.
The recliners have been picked up for re-upholstery. They will be finished by January. I do not mind. I just wanted to get them out of my sight. All appliances seem to be working, even the partially submerged TV. It was quite a relief. It was a good idea to buy small back-up items like the toaster and a double burner. The washing machine acts up sometimes, but it still works.
I have decided against putting up Christmas decors. It took me weeks to finish trimming the tree before it was flooded in. I got a DIY advent wreath instead, made up of fresh pine. It took me hours to make it look decent. I still long for a tree, though.
I have accepted cake orders too. I'm still getting the hang of things since some tools aren't working properly and the layout of my kitchen has changed. My oven's light and top heating aren't working. But, I can do away with those.
This afternoon, Joaquin broke Vic's phone. There is a hole that broke the screen. We don't know if it can be fixed at this time. Expenses never end. It is getting frustrating.
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I thought this would be the year I'd be gallivanting around Christmas markets in Europe. I can just imagine the nippy air and fragrant spices of wintertime. Sigh. At this time, one can only dream.
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