Ramblings

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I’m so happy I bought the backup dress because the first dress I bought hasn’t shipped yet.  The company hasn’t responded to my emails asking when my item will ship.   The shower is in less than a week.  I emailed the company and requested that they cancel my order.  Maybe that will get their attention?

I’m so glad I shopped early for the dress I will wear to the wedding.  I have to decide when to go to my tailor for alterations — the dress has to be shortened. 

Becca’s dress has arrived and she is going

 to her first fitting.  But there’s a problem with one of the bridesmaid dresses…sigh…

I just donated 9 bags of clothes that don’t fit me anymore.  The charity sent a truck to my house to do a pickup.  So easy. 

 And I’m really feeling good about the weight loss.  My “healthy eating” plan has been a bit off this week, but I’ll get back on track next week.  

Looks like I won’t be doing any walking at Eisenhower Park for the next two weeks.  The park is closed because of the cricket matches. Streets around the park will be closed on days when a match is held.  I’m staying far away. 

I can walk in my neighborhood, of course.  And I haven’t been down to the beach in awhile. Nice to have options.

It's feline Friday so getes a picture of Duchess getting into mischief on the couch 








Comments

  1. Liz A.May 31, 2024 at 1:50 PM

    The backup dress was brilliant. It's a good thing you saw those reviews or you'd be in a panic right now. It's nice when some things work out.

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  2. AlanaMay 31, 2024 at 3:16 PM

    Good thing you followed your gut and got the backup dress. Re the backup, my gut says "contact someone for alterations ASAP" this being June they may be quite busy.

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  3. messymimiJune 1, 2024 at 10:06 PM

    Customer service isn't much these days, in many places.

    What are you calling mischief, mama? It's a cat's duty to fur up all the clothes in the house, especially the clean ones.

    Thank you for linking up with Feline Friday!

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