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Wednesday, September 2, 2026
Today only, your CVS Balance Points run out
Today Is the Last Day for Your 457 ExtraCare Points
Honestly, I completely forgot to mention the little herb box on the side of the house.
You know the one I mean, right by the porch light. It gets good sun in the morning.
If you have a few spare minutes this week, maybe check on it.
I think the mint is getting a little crowded again, but the chives look strong.
Not a big deal either way, just something I noticed when I was out there.
Anyway, let me know if you want to trade recipes again soon.
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It was much muddier than I expected, but the overlook part near the end was worth it.
We stopped for a while near the oak tree with the split trunk.
Saw a couple of blue jays and one very stubborn squirrel.
Next time I'll bring different shoes, maybe the ones with better grip.
Also, the coffee place on the way back changed their hours again, just so you know.
If you go before noon it's usually not crowded.
Anyway, hope your week is going okay so far.
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
Walmart points now converting into a 1OO card today
I actually moved the shelving unit by the north window over the weekend, and it opened up the floor space near the entrance by a good few inches. It is not a huge change, but it makes it easier to walk back to the sink without bumping into the easel.
I also found a few old lamps stored in the back closet. One of them has a nice warm glow that would be great for still life setups. If you want to come by on Thursday, we can test the light placement before the group session starts. I think it will fix the weird shadow issue we noticed.
As for the smell from the paint thinner, I started keeping the lids on tighter and opened the side vent. It was getting a little too strong in the afternoon, but the cross breeze seems to help. I will remind everyone to cap the jars completely when they step away.
Anyway, no rush on the storage bins. I have a few spare milk crates that work fine for now. Just let me know if you want to swap the wall hooks for the magnetic strips. I think the strips hold the brushes better.
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My cousin said it tasted like a forest floor, but in a good way? I am not sure that is a compliment.
Next time I might just blend the herbs into the sauce instead of scattering them on top at the end. The texture was a bit odd too, because the noodles got a little sticky while I was waiting for the pan to cool down.
I also forgot to buy the good parmesan, so I used the pre-shredded stuff from the back of the fridge. It melted fine but it did not have that salty bite I wanted.
The music playlist during dinner was mostly old jazz and one random sea shanty that came on shuffle, which everyone thought was hilarious.
Anyway, if you want the recipe, I can type it out later. I think with a few tweaks it will actually be good enough to serve to guests.
Don't let Kroger points expire, convert today
I found three jars of the same spice and a bag of rice that had definitely seen better days. You should have seen the way I just laughed. Sometimes you have to just laugh at the little messes. I think we should do a movie night next week if you're around. Nothing fancy, maybe pop some corn and pick something neither of us has seen. I'll bring the blankets because I know your couch is basically a sheet by now. Let me know what night works.
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I keep saying I'll get new hiking shoes and then never actually do it. Maybe this weekend I'll finally go to the store and look. Not the outlet place, the other one that has the good insoles. Last time I went I spent way too long looking at water bottles and walked out with one that leaks. Classic me. Let me know if you want to come along and we can grab lunch after. I'm free most of Saturday.
Act before tomorrow - Club points will be lost
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CVS points balance expires today
It makes the whole yard look softer, every object outlined in gold for about twenty minutes.
I was out there with the dog earlier and kept stopping just to look at it.
He did not understand why we paused so long, but he was patient.
Sometimes the best moments are the ones that refuse to be rushed.
Anyway, I will probably head back out once the sun starts leaning west again.
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I completely forgot to mention the neighbor's cat was sitting on the fence again this morning,
watching the birds with that patient little stare. She never tries to climb over, just sits there.
I waved at her and she blinked very slowly, which I took as a polite hello.
Then she hopped down and wandered off toward the woodpile.
The birds did not seem bothered, which was nice to see.
Anyway, if you come by later, maybe bring a book - the light really is perfect out back.
Today is the last day for your CVS Points
I kept saying I would finally organize the bookshelf but instead I made soup from scratch
It took three hours and honestly the kitchen looked like a small storm passed through
Now I am trying to decide if it was worth the effort
Spoiler: it probably was not but at least the leftovers are good
Anyway, tell me what you ended up doing on Saturday
I heard it rained for a bit in your area
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The rest of the afternoon I just watched old baking shows and folded laundry
There was a moment where I thought about calling you to ask about the bike path but then I dozed off
Monday came around faster than expected though
Any chance we can do that drive next weekend if the weather holds up
I also found a weird little ceramic dish behind the couch if you recognize it