It's been almost a week since my last blogging session. I've been a busy bee trying to keep the house clean, the laundry folded and put away, and the dishes washed. You wouldn't think this housekeeping stuff for 2 people would keep you so busy but, it does. The majority of the mess is from myself, I'll admit, since I've recently taken up this whole cooking thing. Whatever I am making generally ends up on myself and all over the countertop and surrounding areas. Take for example: I was making chicken alfredo, sounds delicious right?? Well I was heating the alfredo sauce up in a smaller pan before mixing it in with my chicken and fettucine noodles... Needless to say, the ADD in me decided that while I was heating up the alfredo, I needed to start the dishes so I would have less to clean up after the meal was finished.....that didn't so much work out the way I was planning for it too because in a few short seconds I had alfredo flying all over my kitchen like a volcano had just erupted. I've never moved so fast in my life. Andrew comes running in shaking his head in disbelief that I had somehow managed to spray the kitchen with alfredo. My new goal is to contain my cooking to one area in the kitchen..however I'll keep you all updated on how well that goes. I feel like I am Paula Deen herself when I have all her cookware strewn across my kitchen. Ok, we all know I am not her, but I am working on it!
Enough about my messiness in the kitchen...even though it's a real hot subject! My boston terrier has recently moved from my parents house to live with Andrew and I. We LOVE having our fur baby back around. However, we still miss our Angus very much and are hoping to purchase another bulldog in our future so Miss Frenchy can have a playmate. Remember how earlier I was still trying to adjust to sleeping in my bed with my husband?? Well add a dog into the mix, no sleep for me. I wouldn't have it any other way though, love my husband and our pooch.
I'll admit, I am a jumpy person by nature. So it seems only right that I am extra jumpy in our new home. I have not adjusted to the sounds in our new house just yet and I'll be glad when I do. I'll wake up in the middle of the night to the sounds of the icemaker thinking someone is trying to come into our house. I think Andrew will be glad when I get acclamated to the sounds too because I've woken him up a few times due to my jumpiness. Whoops!
I could ramble on about my super exciting life all day, but I must go attempt to cook a new dinner entree. I'll let you know how it goes. But, for now, a new list of Houtsch How-Tos....
Houtsch How To's Edition 2:
How to maintain proper body mechanics....
If lifting an item keep load close to your body while maintaining the natural curve in your back. Spread feet to get a good base of support when lifting. Make sure to lift with your legs and not your back. Even if you aren't lifting something, make sure to maintain proper body mechanics at all times and during all activities to avoid straining your back. Always remember it's better to push than to pull. Just a healthy how to for you all out there.
How to use your common sense...
Alright everyone, this seems to be a tough one for a lot of people. It's really not that hard. If you think it is ethically and morally wrong, you probably shouldn't be doing it. Think before you speak, it gives you a little time to gather your thoughts before you blurt out something completely ridiculous. Ask a friend before doing something stupid. It's always better to have two heads than one. So if you mess up and do something wrong, you're not the only one that looks stupid. If all else fails, ask me. I'll assist you the best way possible.
How to unwind after a long, hard day.
Go home, uncork the nearest wine bottle and drink. If the first step doesn't work, repeat until your day has gotten better. If wine doesn't work, hit up the liquor carousel, you don't have one you say?? Go to your nearest Bed, Bath, and Beyond and purchase one. It's quite delightful.
How to end a converstion with a dreaded telemarketer....
When you have exhausted all truthful options and they keep on talking...either fabricate some long drawn out story on why you can't afford to donate or hang up immediately. I don't mind to donate when possible, but with a new house and the bills that come along with it, I'm sorry, but it just won't work. When I tell you I don't want to donate at this time, don't keep nagging, that's one way to really set me off. It's either click, goodbye or I make up a really great story. Sometimes if you keep talking so much, they end up hanging up on you. I get that it's a job, I do but please respect my decisions and my privacy.
Hope you all find February with good health and good spirits (the alcoholic kind)!
Mrs. H
Tuesday, January 31, 2012
Thursday, January 26, 2012
New at this....
I never thought I would be one to start a blog, but here lately I've been thinking it will become my outlet to exercise my freedom of speech. I am almost positive I was born to be a comedian, or atleast make an appearance on the Chelsea Lately roundtable, so I'm hoping my blog will shoot me straight to stardom.
I've recently become married and I am still trying my best to adjust to being around my husband all the time. It's difficult after spending so many years laying cross ways, upside down, cockeyed, spread eagle, etc in your own bed to have to sleep in one spot everynight because your sharing the bed with someone else. Let's just say I've been a little tired the last few days, because it's not as easy as I would have hoped to adjust to sharing my bed. Ha.
We just got back from our honeymoon and yet I am already ready for another vacation. Seems as though work became ridiculously crazy while I was gone. Let's just say I missed my co-workers (well a few of them) and not much else. I am still trying to adjust to becoming a domesticated housewife. Those of you that know me well, know that I moved back in with mom, pops, and the baby bro. My mom is great, she did all the domesticated things such as cooking and cleaning. I'd occasionally help out, not enough I know, but hey, I said occasionally atleast. Living with your parents at the age of 24 isn't bad, however when I moved out, I'm still trying to figure out how my mom accomplished it all for 4 people. Hell, 2 people is enough for me. I'm still trying to master my mom's homemade gravy. I'll never get it.
I've recently noticed that I've been thinking more and more about drinking large quantities of alcohol when I get home from work. Ok, so that sounds a bit alcoholic-ish, but it's the truth. I don't necessarily come home and booze myself into a drunken coma, but I've thought about it frequently.
Here lately, I've had a lot of thoughts come to mind that I wish I would be able to just blurt out, but in order to save tears from being shed from others from what is spewing out of my mouth, I've decided to swallow my words and throw hate darts instead. Hate darts, you ask??? That's one of those looks that after your royally ticked me off, that if I could shoot darts of hatred out of my eyes, they would reach you. That sounds harsh...I know, believe me. But, I feel as though some feel so entitled that they need to be knocked off their high horse a time or two.
I sound quite bitter in the prior paragraphs, when in reality, it's quite the opposite. I'm an extremely happy individual and I take delight in making others smile. I just feel as though sometimes things need to be said. In closing, I've come up with an idea that I think will make me the queen of the Twitter world.... The Houtsch How-Tos....what's this you ask?? It's kind of like a here's your sign, only a how-to get through your day without being a dumbass....
The 1st Houtsch How-To edition:
How to not piss of your boss:
*Come to work at starting time, get down to business, and complete all your work before you leave for the day. Sounds simple right?
How to accomplish said tasks:
*Lay off the cellphone....there is a lunch break or other small breaks throughout the day to utilize the cell phone. Yes I realize, this how-to is one I need to work on.
How to offer a helping hand to a friend:
*send a text, make a call, facebook a friend...all these let your friends know your still there..a friend may not need much, but every once in a while above suggestions make the difference between a crappy day and a great one
How to get yourself away from a dumbass boyfriend/girlfriend:
*Wake up, smell the stench of asshole and run. You are better than that. I know, I know, but he/she will come around they always do...they really love me, they just have a hard time showing it, I didn't see him/her cheat so when they say they didn't do it, I have to believe them...yeah, I've been there...I kicked my own ass for that one. You can do better, you will do better. I did.
Just a few Houtsch How-To teasers. There will be a new Houtsch How-To column coming to a computer near you soon.
Have a fabulous day my friends...
Mrs. H
I've recently become married and I am still trying my best to adjust to being around my husband all the time. It's difficult after spending so many years laying cross ways, upside down, cockeyed, spread eagle, etc in your own bed to have to sleep in one spot everynight because your sharing the bed with someone else. Let's just say I've been a little tired the last few days, because it's not as easy as I would have hoped to adjust to sharing my bed. Ha.
We just got back from our honeymoon and yet I am already ready for another vacation. Seems as though work became ridiculously crazy while I was gone. Let's just say I missed my co-workers (well a few of them) and not much else. I am still trying to adjust to becoming a domesticated housewife. Those of you that know me well, know that I moved back in with mom, pops, and the baby bro. My mom is great, she did all the domesticated things such as cooking and cleaning. I'd occasionally help out, not enough I know, but hey, I said occasionally atleast. Living with your parents at the age of 24 isn't bad, however when I moved out, I'm still trying to figure out how my mom accomplished it all for 4 people. Hell, 2 people is enough for me. I'm still trying to master my mom's homemade gravy. I'll never get it.
I've recently noticed that I've been thinking more and more about drinking large quantities of alcohol when I get home from work. Ok, so that sounds a bit alcoholic-ish, but it's the truth. I don't necessarily come home and booze myself into a drunken coma, but I've thought about it frequently.
Here lately, I've had a lot of thoughts come to mind that I wish I would be able to just blurt out, but in order to save tears from being shed from others from what is spewing out of my mouth, I've decided to swallow my words and throw hate darts instead. Hate darts, you ask??? That's one of those looks that after your royally ticked me off, that if I could shoot darts of hatred out of my eyes, they would reach you. That sounds harsh...I know, believe me. But, I feel as though some feel so entitled that they need to be knocked off their high horse a time or two.
I sound quite bitter in the prior paragraphs, when in reality, it's quite the opposite. I'm an extremely happy individual and I take delight in making others smile. I just feel as though sometimes things need to be said. In closing, I've come up with an idea that I think will make me the queen of the Twitter world.... The Houtsch How-Tos....what's this you ask?? It's kind of like a here's your sign, only a how-to get through your day without being a dumbass....
The 1st Houtsch How-To edition:
How to not piss of your boss:
*Come to work at starting time, get down to business, and complete all your work before you leave for the day. Sounds simple right?
How to accomplish said tasks:
*Lay off the cellphone....there is a lunch break or other small breaks throughout the day to utilize the cell phone. Yes I realize, this how-to is one I need to work on.
How to offer a helping hand to a friend:
*send a text, make a call, facebook a friend...all these let your friends know your still there..a friend may not need much, but every once in a while above suggestions make the difference between a crappy day and a great one
How to get yourself away from a dumbass boyfriend/girlfriend:
*Wake up, smell the stench of asshole and run. You are better than that. I know, I know, but he/she will come around they always do...they really love me, they just have a hard time showing it, I didn't see him/her cheat so when they say they didn't do it, I have to believe them...yeah, I've been there...I kicked my own ass for that one. You can do better, you will do better. I did.
Just a few Houtsch How-To teasers. There will be a new Houtsch How-To column coming to a computer near you soon.
Have a fabulous day my friends...
Mrs. H
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