So I have been thinking about a post for a while now and I've been debating posting it. One, because it requires transparency and two, because I wondered if anyone else ever noticed or ever had this problem. When P. Randy talked about it today I could identify and I wondered how many others could. I was thinking how many times I have been asked "How are you?" and I just answer with fine or good or even sometimes great, even when I know that its not the truth. Granted not everyone who asks you that question really wants to know. I mean come on, the lady at the checkout probably doesn't want you to tell her your about how whiney your kids have been, how stressed to the max you are and start crying because your having a bad day. I do, however, think we take the question so lightly when asking it and come to think of it, especially when answering it. I also think when asked we need to really evaluate how we really are feeling and not be embarrased to just say I feel lousy. Now don't get me wrong, I am the first one to just throw "I'm fine" out there and move on, but whats wrong with just saying you know I'm having a bad day, week or even a season. So I challenge all of you that next time someone asks you that (other than the lady at the checkout..lol) that you really think about it before you answer. :)
Now please understand that I am talking to myself here. It has to do with this whole transparency thing for me. :) So be careful when asking me that question because you just may hear whether you want to or not. Haha!!
I also wanted to post some pictures! We have been quite busy this weekend, but its been a good busy! The weather has been so off and on that I haven't had a chance to get my garden planted so I was hoping to get it done this weekend. I know its late, but hopefully it will be okay. I am so proud of it this year!! I'm really not trying to sound all full of myself, its just that last year was my trial run and consisted of not many plants and was outlined in chicken wire and stakes to keep it up. It wasn't very attractive at all, but it worked and was cheap. So I was hoping to make it more appealing this year since its on the side of my house and you can see it from the road. I'm happy to say I think I was successful!! While not many of the plants are up and it doesn't look very gardenish (haha) yet, I think it turned out pretty good.
I am also happy to report that my garage has finally been cleaned out!! WOO HOO!! Sorry Jessica! I was completely embarrased the other day. However on the flip side it gave us a little motivation. It was one of those dreaded jobs that needed to be done, but you just don't want to do. Am I the only one that has those? Haha We (me and my husband) tend to be the ones to keep stuff "just in case". Well...not any more! It was a job that needed to be done (which, granted, you can't set a ton of trash out to the curb when its downpouring) and finally got done!
I hope everyone has a wonderful rest of the weekend! I'm off to do more dreaded chores that just need to be done! :)
7 comments:
That garden looks awesome! I did a small garden this year also as a trial run and already I wished I had made it bigger, planted more, etc. Great job on yours. Doesn't it feel great to get rid of some of the Garage clutter? I am definitely one who doesn't mind throwing most things out that aren't being used. My husband on the other hand....
I definitely accept your challenge at not just answering with a "fine" if someone has asked me how my day was and I don't mean it. Actually, my standard answer lately has been that I could complain, but no one would listen! ;} Please know that if I ever ask you how you are, I really mean it and am fully prepared to be a shoulder to cry on, a cheerleader to cheer you on, or just a listening ear, if that's what you need!
I already know how you are but I am wanting to know if things have gotten better.
I do like your garden. I cant wait unitl I can plant one. I just found out that it rained here on Friday and all I can say is that I am glad I was out of town.
And thanks for adding the part about the cashier. I very seldom know how to respond when someone that I know says they are having a bad day.
Your garden looks GREAT, April. Seems like everyone I know has a garden these days. I would love to have one. I just have no mad gardening skills and wouldn't have a clue how to successfully grow anything. Plus we have a small yard and I don't know that I'd want to take up anymore precious space with it.
I agree with what you said about our responses to how we're doing. I may elaborate more with people I know fairly well, but not typically a store cashier. If I ever ask how you are and you're not so great, please let me know. I'm a great listener!!
We are all so busy with outdoor work! Looks great-isn't it nice to feel that fulfilling feeling of "I did that"...anyway, how ya doin'? Just kidding;-) I'm crazy tonight hyped up on caffeine and over half done with this shift-wa-who! My project is to line the perimeter of my house with landscape stone and fabric and the back fence line to keep weeds up. It's 4 tons of rock and 100's of feet of fabric but hopefully it will halt weeds and such and look nicer. It's a slow process but I think it will be worth it.
So are you walking Tuesday evening? You may've already answered but I'm forgetful;-)
apirl you are so good at what you do so when will you come do mime (ha ha) love you girl
tisha
April ~ Your garden looks fabulous! Mine is just a tilled up area. No extra touches this year, way to go though!
The garage...I didn't think it was a mess, your to hard on yourself!
Hope to see you tonight at the park to walk. I'd call, but I don't have your number or have your email address. I keep forgetting to ask for them.
If I ask how you are??...I'm mean it! I'm ready to hear anything and be what ever you or anyone else needs. I wouldn't ask if I didn't mean it. I do feel when the cashiers at the store ask, it's just something they say! Why do we do that??? Oh, I've been know to spill it when a friend asks me how I'm doing and I'm not doing well. I can't lie to the ones I care about, I don't know why!
Loving everyones projects! So inspiring.
Wow! I love the garden. I have always wanted one, but I just am not good at growing things! Maybe I'll have to get pointers from you!
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