My Weekend, day by day (Saturday)

I am proud to say I slept in on Saturday. The past few weekends I've either been in PA or NJ, so to be here on the weekend was a bit different (but nice). So I guess I woke up around noon (yes, it felt wonderful). I am also happy to report that our disgusting living room couch is now on our curb and we were given a couch to borrow from people Julie knows. It looks beautiful compared to what we had. So now our living room is looking (and feeling) a bit nicer and more clean. Before they take it away, I should take a picture of what was... and the nastiness called pillows that accompanied it.

Then I decided to tackle a task that I have been putting off, not because of being afraid, but because of how daunting. I wish that I took before and after pictures because I was SHOCKED by the results. Yes, I CLEANED OUR SHOWER. Apparently, the apartment was supposed to have received a thorough cleaning. Well either they forgot the bathroom or the cleaning didn't take place at all. Anyway, I first washed the floor the good 'ol way - on my hands and knees - and then tackled the tub. I scrubbed and scrubbed for near an hour and a half. If I didn't die from the scum coming off the shower walls, I'd die of asphyxiation from the fumes of the chemicals I used. I used Scrubbing Bubbles, Comet, and even a Brillo SOS pad....it was GROSS! But the end result brings me pure joy and satisfaction. And for those who know I love to clean, it was one big mess. :)

So now the upkeep of it will PALE in comparison after the first time. I can't believe it took me this long to clean it in the first place, but it's done and I feel so much better sticking my feet on the floor of the shower. I know, gross, right??

The remainder of the afternoon was lazy and then around 4:30pm, Julie and I walked downtown for Turners Falls 1st annual Pumpkin Fest. They closed down the main street (Avenue A) and the fun commenced.....food, live music, vendors selling their wares, and a LOT 'o pumpkins. I mostly took pictures of pumpkins. Here are just a few (of MANY!!)













I think these two are my favorites. I love the emotions on their "faces":





All in all, a good day, and anticipation for the walk on Sunday......Sunday post coming right up!!