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Sand Through the Hourglass

8/25/2014

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I read a blog post a while ago written by another blogger about all the things she didn't do because she didn't have time. I thought that was a smashing idea so I intended to steal it.

Then, I realized…who am I kidding? 

I have all the time in the world. I haven't been gainfully employed in several years. 

I just don't want to do them.

So, the following are things I have plenty of time to do but have no intention of doing.

1. Nail or Hair Maintenance: 

Toenails creep me out. Even my own. 

The whole clipping, cuticle scraping, whatever. Ack. Thank God my manicurist doesn't feel the same way.

I don't know why anyone does their own hair...I mean the big stuff. Cutting, dying. I get some are constrained by budget so I give them a pass. And young people who, on a whim, color their mohawk blue in the bathroom. That's okay too. But, everybody else? 

Bangs go in the front. Need I elaborate?

2. Housework: 

This is shameful. 

When my kids were little, I kept a spotless house. I didn't know anyone who hired out their dirty work. Now, my nest is empty and I have 5 toilets I wouldn't get near in a HAZMAT suit. 

My idea of cleaning is spraying Febreze on stuff. I mean, you've seen those commercials. They find some saps to sit in a filthy car with bags of old food, dog crap, etc. and they spray the whole disgusting mess with Febreze. 

"It smells like Spring," they say. That's good enough for me.

I do have bad hips. Which obviously means I can't hold a sponge. Not even if you paid me. But, I will pay others, quite cheerfully. I take that back. My husband pays them. See below.

3. Pay Bills: 

We should all admit our weaknesses. Handling money is not something I do well, or enjoy. Unless I'm handling it to buy stuff. That's a whole other thing.

Balancing the checkbook is...wait...I nodded off.

4. Put Gas in the Car:

I don't do gas stations.

5. Keep up with Current Events:

I didn't watch Breaking Bad until 6 months ago. I equate a fictional television show with current events. THAT's how uninformed I am. I don't Keep up with the Kardashians either. I do occasionally check in on Bruce Jenner. By all accounts his gender reassignment is going well.

Hubby occasionally reads me something interesting out of the Wall Street Journal. Usually it has to do with sporting events or sporting events.

Being uninformed doesn't stop me from having a strong opinion though.  I have been known to take a political argument to the mat all the while talking out my ass.

6. Lawn care/Gardening

I saw the gardener using one of the blower things. I think I could handle that. But why would I? 

You might wonder...what the hell does she do? Well, I'd make a list but do I look like I have that kind of time?
18 Comments
Carol Cassara link
8/25/2014 03:24:21 am

Oh, I knew we were soul sisters. I just had that feeling. Yes, yes, and so many yeses.

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Kathleen
8/25/2014 04:41:22 am

Amen, Sista!

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sandy Dillard
8/25/2014 03:30:53 am

This is another one of your priceless blogs! Love it! See you soon!

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Kathleen
8/25/2014 08:34:38 am

Thank you Sandy! Just for that I'll feed you dinner.

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Marcia Shaw Wyatt link
8/25/2014 05:04:56 am

You hit the nail right on the head, Kathleen (not that you'd wanna do that - too much work) 😊 ... Whether we have the time or not there are just certain things we don't want to do. I wholeheartedly agree and love your excellent post. Thank you for the smiles & laughter it brought today!

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Kathleen
8/25/2014 08:34:05 am

Thank you Marcia!

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Lana link
8/25/2014 05:27:45 am

Very funny - and I have to say I agree with all of them! I also don't wash cars or do any general maintenance around the house. That's what I had kids for :)!

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Kathleen
8/25/2014 08:33:33 am

Oh yeah...car washing...goes without saying that's a NO.

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Marybeth
8/25/2014 05:47:20 am

This is hilarious. Don't kid yourself...this kind of humor takes time and energy!

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Kathleen
8/25/2014 08:33:01 am

Well, that's my story!

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Suzie
8/25/2014 10:48:54 am

I used to refer to my girls as "my personal slaves" But, seriously working a full time job I simply cannot do all the housework as well. So, we all pitch in. I have to agree on the girly stuff... not a big fan. Wear my hair in a ponytail these day for time savings in the mornings. Curling irons... oh please! Thanks Kathleen, you always make me laugh :)

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Kathleen
8/26/2014 05:22:42 am

Well, you have an excuse with a job. Not me! I'm just lazy.

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Susan - ofeverymoment link
8/26/2014 04:21:24 am

Thanks for the laugh - I'm going to think of this now every time I say I don't have time for something!

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Kathleen
8/26/2014 05:23:23 am

Feel free to do nothing...it really works for me.

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Rena McDaniel link
8/26/2014 11:51:25 am

Oh God Kathy we are COMPLETE opposites! That's what I love about blogging we can still be friends. The diversity is what I love! Anytime you want to hire a personal assistant I'm your girl! Total control freak here!

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Kathleen
8/27/2014 02:18:50 am

I used to be the exact opposite! Now I'm lazy. Yes, Rena...diversity makes the world go round. Wouldn't it be dull if we were all the same?

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Roshni link
9/3/2014 04:02:23 pm

LOL! I wish I did have someone to clean my toilets...I really wish I had a Hazat suit on when I do those!!

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Kathleen
9/4/2014 01:27:46 am

I'd lend you mind but I don't have one...cause of the cleaning lady and all...

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