Life As A Creek

I am currently sitting on the couch in front of the gas fire, listening to Oliver's happy kitty noises (he has installed himself in the prime location right in front), with Numb3rs on in the background.  My family is arriving tomorrow between 11 and 11:30 for Thanksgiving, at least according to the Thanksgiving Plan Email that has been circling for the last few days.  And, looking around, I have a TON of cleaning to do before they arrive.  Sure, it's only the three of them, but it still looks like boxes exploded all over the place.  It's not a ton to do, but somehow I find it massively overwhelming.  Time to look to one of my favorite websites ever for inspiration:

UnFuck Your Habitat

It's absolutely wonderful - it's for people.  Just like that - for people.  Whether you're a lazy college kid, or someone with chronic pain, or a chronic illness or anything, there are tips and tricks for you here.  It has completely changed how I clean - not that I ever knew how to clean.  I was not one of those people born with the ability to clean things.  Now, I use a LOT of white vinegar.  When it doubt - white vinegar.  It's fantastic - who knew!?  No wonder it comes in such large quantities as compared to the other types of vinegar.

But there are more things on my mind than just cleaning:

With the end of the year fast approaching, it has come to my attention that I need to start planning my races for 2013 and begin training.  I'll keep you posted with the races that catch my eye and things I actually register for.  Going to be an expensive race season, I fear - as I already know I need a new bicycle helmet.  And one doesn't skimp on an important safety device.

Anyway - it must be 2030 - Oliver is telling me he is hungry.

Goodnight, and Good Luck,

-Gingko