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Jun. 19th, 2021 08:49 am![[personal profile]](https://www.dreamwidth.org/img/silk/identity/user.png){kind=small}
turpsJames went back to work on Wednesday after his annual leave, and I have to admit we got very little done in the house -- like, only taping up the ceiling where we'd had the leak, little.
But, we also went to the cinema four times, took my MiL and FiL out for a couple of day trips, went walking in the sunshine often, met Corey for dinner, pottered in the garden and of course, went to my sister's wedding. So, all in all, it was a good way to spend time.
Since Wednesday I've been painting the downstairs toilet, and it's now a very bright lime green. I thought it would be done much faster than it's actually taking but because the space is so small I was having to paint two walls and leave to dry otherwise it would have been impossible to get up on the step stool without planting my backside against wet paint. Plus, it needed two coats. Now I've only got the glossing of the woodwork to do and a new bathroom cabinet to put up, though that won't happen until Monday. I'm hoping once that's up and a few pictures rehung it'll tone down the colour as right now it's a bit luminous.
Bad thing was I managed to break the lid of the closomat toilet. I was using the stepladders then and the lack of space meant I overbalanced, stepped back onto the closed toilet and crack. Thankfully it was just the lid and not the seat which is attached to the jets so it's still usable, but still, it's £100 for a new one. I bought some heavy-duty glue and will try glueing the pieces back on, but if that doesn't work, at least it's just cosmetic damage so there's no rush to buy new.
And while we're talking about the not so good, James managed to trip up the steps to the front door yesterday and fell down them. Thankfully our neighbour next door was out with his toddler so came over to help James up and into the house. He's okay now, a bit bruised on his leg as he caught his shin on the edge of the step, but it could have been a hell of a lot worse.
Today I've an Olio order to pick up at 9:30, then I think we're heading off to Re.F.Use for breakfast before heading to Durham for an afternoon showing of In The Heights in the IMax, it looks like it's going to be a ridiculous musical and I love those lots, so I'm looking forward to it.
I need to do a big online catch-up, and intend to asap. So will say in advance, sorry to everyone that posts often.
But, we also went to the cinema four times, took my MiL and FiL out for a couple of day trips, went walking in the sunshine often, met Corey for dinner, pottered in the garden and of course, went to my sister's wedding. So, all in all, it was a good way to spend time.
Since Wednesday I've been painting the downstairs toilet, and it's now a very bright lime green. I thought it would be done much faster than it's actually taking but because the space is so small I was having to paint two walls and leave to dry otherwise it would have been impossible to get up on the step stool without planting my backside against wet paint. Plus, it needed two coats. Now I've only got the glossing of the woodwork to do and a new bathroom cabinet to put up, though that won't happen until Monday. I'm hoping once that's up and a few pictures rehung it'll tone down the colour as right now it's a bit luminous.
Bad thing was I managed to break the lid of the closomat toilet. I was using the stepladders then and the lack of space meant I overbalanced, stepped back onto the closed toilet and crack. Thankfully it was just the lid and not the seat which is attached to the jets so it's still usable, but still, it's £100 for a new one. I bought some heavy-duty glue and will try glueing the pieces back on, but if that doesn't work, at least it's just cosmetic damage so there's no rush to buy new.
And while we're talking about the not so good, James managed to trip up the steps to the front door yesterday and fell down them. Thankfully our neighbour next door was out with his toddler so came over to help James up and into the house. He's okay now, a bit bruised on his leg as he caught his shin on the edge of the step, but it could have been a hell of a lot worse.
Today I've an Olio order to pick up at 9:30, then I think we're heading off to Re.F.Use for breakfast before heading to Durham for an afternoon showing of In The Heights in the IMax, it looks like it's going to be a ridiculous musical and I love those lots, so I'm looking forward to it.
I need to do a big online catch-up, and intend to asap. So will say in advance, sorry to everyone that posts often.
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Date: 2021-06-19 05:35 pm (UTC)I'm glad James is okay.
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Date: 2021-06-21 03:20 pm (UTC)no subject
Date: 2021-06-20 06:22 am (UTC)Go you getting the painting done, also. That sounds frustrating about the toilet lid, but good that it's not an immediate practical issue. (I am still driving around with a dent in my car door for similar reasons...)
I'm glad James wasn't hurt worse. Those sudden trips can be scary!
And I hope you had a wonderful show!
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Date: 2021-06-21 03:19 pm (UTC)The toilet lid was annoying. It's glued together now but still doesn't look that good. But really, as it's a looks issue only I can deal. Same with your car I'm sure, sometimes things just have to wait as long as they're not causing issues.
Yeah, he grazed his shin but it was the shock more than anything I think. Especially when he was literally a step from home.
I loved the show :D
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Date: 2021-06-21 08:45 am (UTC)Hope James' leg is properly recovered.
PS Random icon!
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Date: 2021-06-21 03:16 pm (UTC)That's very true, and we did enjoy the last few weeks.
James has some nasty grazes on his leg but is otherwise fine. I told him to land on the false one next time.
That is an excellent icon!
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Date: 2021-06-22 04:33 am (UTC)I hope James has pulled up okay after his tumble and I'm so glad you have such great neighbours where you are.
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Date: 2021-06-22 08:29 am (UTC)James is fine apart from a grazed shin. Thankfully our neighbours are great, though their two-year-old daughter is very concerned about James now and keeps saying poor him, poor his leg when she sees him *g*
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Date: 2021-06-25 07:51 pm (UTC)Sounds like you have a very bright and fun downstairs loo now. It's a pity that you managed to crack the toiled lid but hopefully it isn't too noticeable. I'm sure the walls will keep people's attention ;-)
Poor James! I hope the bruises and scratches on his leg has healed up by now!
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Date: 2021-06-26 01:41 pm (UTC)The toilet seat is fixed, but sadly you can see the crack. But, we can live with that. Especially as you're right, the lime green really attracts attention. It's so bright, especially when it's sunny. I look in the mirror and my skin is always tinged green *g*
His shin is still a mess of healing scrapes. But, he's fine apart from that.