So many thoughts swirling around this big head of mine so I thought I’d just go hog wild and do some brain dumping right here on the blog. You know, with people that can’t walk away from me when I’m talking. Okay well technically you can but I can’t see you so I’ll think you’re still here. You are here, aren’t you? Hello? Hello?
Is it wrong for a grown woman to cry when she no longer has cable? I mean really it’s only been a day and I am seriously going through withdrawals. I watched the clock every couple of minutes the entire time I knew Dancing with the Stars was on and then this morning I couldn’t help but wonder if Regis and Kelly were missing me. I’m sure they are just as devastated as I am (don’t you burst my bubble!). And the shakes, please, it’s so pathetic. Can we say addicted much. Good grief! To be truthful though I’m secretly relieved to have had this decision made for me in the wake of my husbands impending job loss. I don’t think I would have had the strength to do it on my own and obviously that big black box in my living room has more of a hold on me than I even realized. I have a feeling this change in my life will be huge.
If you are hanging around my blog these days you may come across a lot of links that are crossed out like this. I had a new super cool plugin installed on my blog that kindly points out all my broken links by doing this with them. I am working my way through fixing them bit by bit but just wanted to tell you so you didn’t think I’d gone all crossed out crazy on ya for no apparent reason except maybe to drive you nutso. Now would I do that to you? Don’t answer that.
image courtesy of jonk
Isn’t that picture awesome? Wouldn’t it be great to really see that in the sky out of the blue one day. It would just tickle me silly.
So I’m very excited that I’m an Organizing Junkie has over 500 fans now on Facebook. Just past the 500 mark today I think. Anyhoo wasn’t sure if everyone was even aware I had a Facebook Fan Page. It still annoys me that I can’t get my links to appear in my sidebar or a links tab to appear across the top but despite that I do hang out over there once and awhile and would love to have you join me.
Speaking of my blog…I’m the type of girl that gets bored easily, that likes to re-arrange rooms and containers and freshen things up on a regular basis. And while I absolutely love my current blog design, I’ve now had this same look for two years. TWO YEARS! I’d change it myself but well I have no clue how..lol. I’ve been thinking about a blog re-do for forever but here’s the thing. I’m terrible to work with. No really I am because you see I’m a visual girl that can’t quite make up her mind on what I want until I see it. And you know what that means don’t you…a lot of work for well whoever is helping me. I wouldn’t even want to work with me! Just ask my hubbie how annoying I am when I ask him to move the furniture around just so I can change my mind when I see it and have him put it all back. Oops. So when it comes to describing to someone what I want…well I just don’t know. I’m so helpful like that. I know I want change, a new look, perhaps even a new Wordpress theme but really that’s probably not quite enough information to give someone..lol. I have no idea why I just told you all that but hang in there with me. I’m sure I’ll figure something out soon :)
Okay gotta go, I’m working on a very cool Christmas ornament this year that I can’t wait to tell you about. Well that is if they turn out. In my head they look awesome but we’ll see how that translates in real life. Wish me luck!
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Thanks everyone for all your encouragement and support!!
Laura
You can get used to anything except hunger. Be patient. God bless.
I think I could live without cable. We got it earlier this year because of getting a digital tv and not getting many stations well in our area. My husband loves to watch all sorts of programs and he’s a couch potato sometimes on Sat. but that’s ok, I guess. There are alot of programs that I won’t watch. Am more addicted to reading blogs on the computer. ARG!! As for what I’m up to, not doing good on finishing the quilt I told you about. A bit at a time and it will get done. :0) Hang in there, Laura.
The computer is good for tv, but I found for myself that when I got past the habit, it wasn’t so bad. That being said, it is still really challenging!
Hang in there, Laura! It will get better!
Warmly,
M
It has been nine years since we gave up cable and almost a year since we thought we lost network television. We go to our library and check out videos and watch our favorite shows online. It is actually nice not to have to sit through the raunchy commercials and get caught up in a show I really don’t want to, need to, or should watch. It takes some time to get used to, but it is liberating.
I love reading your blog; not sure that I’ve commented very often. I didn’t know you had a Facebook Fan Page…but I am now a fan!
~Jada
Not to interrupt your productivity but some shows that air on NBC & ABC are available to watch at http://www.ch131.com and from my understanding it’s based in Canada so maybe you can find them there? If not netflix could be a great tv entertainment option if that’s available to you.
I know I’m a little late on this but I think I would be emotional about losing cable too. Not so much because of the loss of cable but because it would be an in my face reminder about the challenges we would be facing.
I think it shows so much strength & courage for you to share something so personal, maybe someone else who is experiencing financial changes will be encouraged by you & not feel alone. I am sure things will look up and who knows what opportunities could be ahead for your family.
Yup…. no cable here! But we are good, we still get to watch all our shows!! My hubby hooked up a computer to the T.V. and then he downloaded this probram called VNC viewer where you can use your laptop as a remote and then use your TV as a computer, hence, watch all your favorite shows on ABC or other TV websites.
I crave change too and get bored easily…I was wondering how bloggers can continue blogging and not get bored day after day, year after year? I guess we just have a lot to say!
How is your local library? We can get DVD checked out for a week at a time. And it’s free (unless your ar late returning them.) My library also has a free book rack that they use to circulate paperbacks. I love the inspirational romances.
We are all glad you still have the internet!!!!!
We ditched our cable a few years ago, and we are amazed at how much more productive we are! We do a little bit of online TV watching, but we do not regret the decision to get rid of the cable.
I’m not sure I could go without cable. But if I had to…I guess I would have to, LOL!
Have you checked out Ruby & Roja Designs?
Hi, Laura:
I’ve been away for a while and am just getting caught up on your blog. Good luck with your ornament crafting! I hope you’ll post pictures.
I’m starting a local group for “Crafternoon” meet-ups. (There’s a fun Web site by the author of the “Crafternoon” book that inspired me here: http://www.crafternoon.com/)One of our goals is to use up old craft materials that we already have in our stashes. We also swap materials that we don’t want anymore. It’s win-win — we have less stuff to organize in our craft areas, and save money, too.
As to how to fill the TV void, I bet you’ve probably already adjusted to your new situation, and are finding great ways to fill the time. Happy holidays!
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