What's Up Wednesday

Another week has passed. And mostly it's just more of the usual around here. Been working the job during the week and the house glow up projects on the weekends. Same old mostly.
It has been cold (mostly in the 40's) and raining. Pretty much ALL THE TIME. But Saturday we actually had a nice day so I took the dogs out to play.

And they were like "OMG mom so hot bring us in." (It really wasn't hot. It was like 61. But the sun us a whole new thing for us.) So I brought them in and went and did my boot photo shoot.
On Sunday, I got to visit my tall kids. Pammon needed grain, so I went over early (8 am) before everyone would show up to ride. And I got to see all my kids and pump them full of delicious cookies. Pammon and Shiny were having their turnouts, which was nice since I didn't have to loiter in the barn much. And Eros' stall is right next to the door so I feel pretty safe by him too.

Pammon photos are always a challenge, so I'm kind of mad i cut his ears off in the one above... I mean, these are the others:

Such a goof. I miss him.
So updates on everyone! Eros and Pammon saw the vet on Friday. Eros, unfortunately, has another month of hand walking. He's healing but it's slow going. Pammon started tack walking this week. I haven't heard anything, so I'm guessing no news is good news on that front. And all is well in Shiny land. I think she's perfectly happy being temporarily retired.

I need to call and get my ring graded this month and have my fence fixed so the kids can get back here.

But while I'm waiting on all that, here's what else I worked on this weekend:

My craft room! So I have this super weird room in my house, upstairs. It's very narrow and long. I always joked about making it a bowling alley. But I finally decided that it will be a craft room. And it will be pink, because why not? I got these wire shelves and put them all together on Sunday. They fit almost perfectly in that recessed area!

I didn't get to finish filling them yet, as I have some more organizing to do. I have some other book shelves en route, so the room isn't done yet. But it's getting there! It will be so nice when this house is organized and neat. I really like things orderly and in their place, but my house is nothing like that which makes me antsy. But it's getting there!
So this weekend I plan to move a few other things in there, and hopefully work on getting more of the organization done. Be nice to start on another room as well, but we'll see how far I get.
Not much else happening here... so I guess I'll just show you some of the crap I bought and/or that arrived this week. I know you all love when I buy stuff I don't need!

I wound up going an entirely different route for the browband for my side pulls bridles than what I had posted on Instagram asking for advice. Instead of the Boy O'Boy browband, I decided to brainstorm with Dark Jewel Designs. And we came up with this:

I wanted to make sure it would be as perfect as I hoped, so I photoshopped it onto the bridle:

Looks good to me! Be nice if/when the full sized bridle arrives. So obviously no rush for the browbands to get here. Plus you know... I'm not actually riding.

I found my dream Winston coat on sale on ebay earlier this month and it arrived today, just in time for my birthday tomorrow! Happy Birthday to me!

It's perfect and I'm so excited to have it finally! Maybe someday I'll actually horse show in it! (Maybe.)
The MOST exciting items to arrive though, were the rest of my items made with Rio's hair. I wanted some very customized pieces so the wait was a bit lengthy, but TOTALLY worth it!
First up is the belt:

Yes, it's green, and it's completely amazing. I'm so in love with it. I also got two bracelets. One the same as Jampy's green one, but with Rio's info. And the other I designed to wear with my apple watch. It's black and a thin wrap so it won't be too much with the watch. Here they are in the order of introduction:

They are from a lady on Etsy, her shop is called The Sugar Lady. She's super nice, and does an amazing job. I'm so grateful she let me get creative with all of these.

And the last thing is the most ridiculous. Because you knew there would be something a little silly and totally extra right?

They read "Social" on side and "Distance" on the other. Totally necessary purchase during these crazy times.

In other news, my helmet hasn't arrived yet. I received the package that was supposed to be my helmet and all it contained was the free pair of sunglasses it came with. Lame. I bought the helmet from Ebay because I had some Ebay bucks to use, but the seller was actually Stateline. They are a complete hot mess right now though. I called Friday to see what was happening, and was told they would ship it out immediately and send me tracking. But heard nothing. So today I called again, was on hold for 11 minutes before finally getting a human. She told me she sees the replacement was supposed to go out asap with upgraded 2-day shipping, but that there was no tracking number. So she's "checking on it and will get back to me". I guess we'll have to wait and see. She sounded very confused, and potentially a little stoned... so my hopes are not high. It's not really a hurry obviously, but I have very little to look forward to, so I'd like to get it sooner than later! #firstworldproblems

Tomorrow is my 40th birthday which is kind of depressing. I don't mind getting older, but I had always kind of hoped for a big bash for this milestone. Instead I'll be by myself. BUT, I'm not one to let that get me down. I am making myself a strawberry funfetti cake tonight (for tomorrow) and obviously I got myself that great coat for a gift. And I have wine. So all is not that bad.

How are you all holding up? Buy anything fun while stuck at home? Have any weird rooms in your house? I still have one more weird one to share with you guys, but right now it's a disaster/holding area.

Truthful Tuesday

Guys. I think I have an Amazon problem. Yesterday I nearly ordered all I would need to grow my own vegetables. Which sounds brilliant and all, but generally speaking I can't take care of plants. It would be very wasteful. Thankfully I came to my senses before checking out.
I also nearly bought a new vacuum cleaner. It's still on my list of things I would like. But I didn't do it. See, I have some self restraint!
So I have had a person clean my house for me for the last several years. Honestly, it's the best money I've ever spent. I just really hate cleaning. It takes forever. Obviously though, with The Covid, I'm having to clean up after myself these days. Which is totally fine. Except for one thing. My cleaning person has broken all of my cleaning tools and never thought to tell me.
Floor steamer? Broken in half. Swiffer sweeper? Half the handle is gone. The vacuum still works but I have no idea what she's done to the hose. It was connected improperly and it's all stretched out. I did order a new floor steamer and new swiffer handle. And truthfully, the vacuum will probably happen soon too... But at least those are responsible purchases! Better than clothes right?
I also go on Amazon every morning to see if hard to get items have returned. This has proven successful as I have a large pack of paper towels en route. Thank goodness, as I only have 1 roll left. I also found toilet paper, though that hasn't shipped yet, so my hopes are not high there. I still have some of that at least. Today I found some bathroom cleaner, so we'll see if that ships. Still no luck on lysol though. I would really love to find some of that!
So what about you guys? Have you developed an Amazon addiction? Or doing other types of online retail therapy? Any leads on where to order lysol?

What's up Wednesday

The calendar tells me it's Wednesday. So I'm guessing that's accurate? Obviously there isn't a whole lot going on over here. Working from home. Not seeing the tall kids. But I am seeing LOTS of the short kids at least! You guys. They sleep ALL THE TIME. So lazy.

Artie has decided to join me upstairs while I work, which I love. P can't do the stairs, but I think she's just as happy to sleep downstairs anyway. I made Artie a window seat so he can enjoy the view from up here.

I never really used the upstairs of my house, my master is downstairs along with all the living space so it's mostly been for storage. Nice to actually make use of the rest of the house. Here's my work space:

I need to hang something on the wall. Blank walls are kind of depressing. Perhaps this weekend I'll work on that.

I've spent the last couple of days eating lots of bread, corn, and pasta products (oh and cookies!) since Passover starts tonight. Nothing makes quarantine easier that food restrictions, amiright?! Lol. Joking. Kinda.

Pancakes with little bro's famous syrup (Rugged Ridge Forest, get some online!)

The most exciting thing though is that my hay arrived!!!! YESSS!!!

With how work is, and everything else going on, my horses will stay boarded at least through this month. But we'll see. Hopefully they can come home soon. I just don't think I can juggle the farm work plus my job right now with how much special attention Pammon requires. As much as I want them back in my life, I need to do what's best for them too.
I thought I was handling not seeing them pretty well honestly. But then I got some photos yesterday and maybe I cried a little. Any one else weirdly emotional with all of this happening? I'm usually pretty stoic.... I will get to see them briefly either tomorrow or Friday evening. I have to drop off their smartpaks, so I'm going to pop in and give them each some cookies. I will touch nothing and bring treats I have here at home for them.
In happier news, my amaryllis that I've had for YEARS decided to bloom this year. The first bud has come and gone already, but the second bud just bloomed and produced FOUR flowers. It's beautiful!

That's it from here. How are you all holding up? Anything good to report? Or do you need to talk about anything? Let's be here for each other through this weird, weird time in our lives. I hope you all are staying healthy and safe!

Truthful Tuesday

Day I don't know how many of the new normal. I haven't left the house since last Tuesday. The last time I saw my horses... And I have lots to confess today!

First: I left my car key in my pocket that Tuesday. Which would be all well and good. But I left it in there and washed and dried the breeches that owned said pocket. Guess I better find that spare... And then figure out which battery it needs. Hahaha. Good thing I can't go anywhere.

Second: Still haven't rolled the wraps.

Third: I'm a little afraid to get my credit card bill this month... especially the Amazon one. I've bought a lot of snacks. And some furniture. And Amanda made my buy a sidepull bridle. She's the worst. And I got the horses new fly sheets for if and when they move home. I couldn't help it, the ones I got last year weren't working as well as I'd hoped, and Smartpak made ones in white with hunter... plus matching masks and fly boots. So. Yeah. I stress bought all that.

Fourth: Thank goodness for Freshly because if not for that service I would definitely starve of malnutrition. I apparently still have zero interest in cooking meals.

That's probably enough confessions for one day. How are all of you holding up? Are you being more responsible than I am? Ugh, I hope so. I should be grounded.