Most of you who have followed my blog for any length of time know that I often mention Michellina from the-labyrinth. Miche had the wonderful opportunity recently to give a speech on MCS and Housing at an event called The Good House Dinner. Please read Miche’s speech and learn of her journey.
Posted in Allergies and Sensitivities, Chronic Illness and Treatment, Environmental Illness, Mold, Mold Exposure, Multiple Chemical Sensitivity, Reactions, Sick Buildings, Toxic Free Living
Tagged acute allergies, clean homes, environmental illness, multiple chemical sensitivity, the-labyrinth, toxic free living
In Part 4 of the five-part series Vanessa discusses survival gear and what she feels is necessary when living out of your car or tent. I first met Vanessa on planet thrive. I have always loved her posts and comments. When she posted her tips on living Homeless, I wanted to share them with you.
This is part 4 in a series of installments on the “Homeless” posts I have been doing dealing with issues regarding weather, gear, clothing, food, etc. Section one addressed shelter and security. Section two was on food, water and hygiene. Section three was on clothing. This section will deal with survival gear and the final installment on First Aid.
Survival Gear: If you are going into the remote places of the national forests, BLM (Bureau of Land Management areas), state lands, etc. you MUST be prepared for bad weather, breakdowns with the vehicle and/or equipment and for properly navigating the area.
* Maps of the national forest, national parks, state land, etc. You need to have these to be able to navigate the roads and not wind up on an ATV trail and get stuck. Yes, I have inadvertently took off up a mountain on what I thought was a small two-track that turned out to be for ATV’s only. It was only until it actually narrowed to one trail that I realized my error. It was rather humorous for the people going by however. These maps are available at any national forest ranger station as well as national park offices. You can also purchase them online, but they are more expensive this way because you pay shipping and handling. Outdoor stores/backpacking stores carry maps of the national forest and national parks as well. It is also VERY important that you have maps of the states you are travelling because these will show where the campgrounds are as well as the ranger stations. It will also help you navigate the pitfalls of large cities, agricultural areas, swamps, etc. Get acquainted with not only the area but the state as well.
* Three mylar (or more) survival blankets. These are best used inside a sleeping bag (or outside if you need to keep the bag dry. They also are great for signaling people if you are in distress.
* Sleeping bag. I have a preference for synthetic fill because it is easier to maintain than down since I am homeless and do not have the luxury of fluffing the down up in a dryer. Down also gets compressed which causes it to lose its insulative factor where synthetic takes longer to get compressed. The shells are typically nylon and or polyester, similar to tent fabric because of the need to have “rip stop” fabric in case the bag does get ripped. Bags come in many ratings. Usually from 45 degrees to 30 degrees below zero. A good rule of thumb is that if a bag is rated 10 below, it really is a 0 degree bag. I am not sure why this works out, but it does. The lower the temperature rating, the more expensive. So if you need to, get a 0 degree (10 degree) bag and use a mylar survival blanket as a liner. If in the north, I would not get a bag rated any less than 20 degrees below zero (which is actually 10 degrees below zero). You MUST stay warm. You can achieve this in a number of ways, but do not mess around with a “system” when the wind chill is 20 below and you’re screwing around in your car trying to get it right.
* Wool blankets (NOT cotton). Again, to each their own. If wool doesn’t work, then use a synthetic. Cotton blankets are not a good idea in the winter or damp weather because it will get damp and hold moisture there by wicking your body heat out and lowering it. There is a reason why cotton is called the “death cloth” when it comes to outdoor survival. I have an old (very old) army wool blanket. Yes, it took a while to get it usable, but the effort is well worth it. Yes, there will be all kinds of “stuff” in the blankets (again I cannot afford to get my stuff from high-end stores. I have to get things as cheaply as possible and make it work.) Best way to get the blankets off gassed and cleaned is to hang them out in the elements as much as possible. Sun, wind, rain everyday if you can. Wash with cold water and soap (I use 7th Gen or Sal Suds). I got my blanket for about $15 at an army surplus store.
* Rain gear. I have pants and jacket. You will need the pants for wading through wet foliage on your way to the “latrine”. Getting wet when you cannot build a fire can be dangerous. Should your clothing get wet, change immediately into dry clothing. If you can’t get rain gear then make a poncho out of large, contractor size garbage bags. These are huge and will cover you completely and the bonus is NO FRAGRANCES! Garbage bag manufacturers are no longer labeling their products as scented (at least some of the ones I’ve bought).
* Flashlights. A must is a three D cell Maglight. This is not only a great flashlight but it is durable and a great weapon if need be. It is all metal and fairly heavy. You should also have at least two other sources of light such as a headlamp (fairly inexpensive), which is a necessity so you can have both hands free, and a “mini-Maglight” that is a two AA cell LED flashlight. As far as those who have sensitivities to LED light, I believe there might still be some flashlights left that are non-LED. I use LED because I actually want to see in the dark and see where I am going.
* Knives (yes, plural). First, know the laws in your state. Some states have laws limiting the size of knife you can carry. Secondly, remember to take it off before going to public places, some people are very sensitive to the sight of a knife and may misinterpret why you are wearing it (unless you’re in Montana. Just take it off before going into the courthouse or bank, ha ha ha). There are a number of well-known knife makers like Buck and Gerber that make good outdoor utility knives. I have at least four. I recommend getting two knives that have 3-4 inch blades that can be opened with one hand. Gerber calls these “F.A.S.T” knives. These have a button on the handle that you press (a switch that goes up or down) and a knob on the blade that you push with your thumb and it will flick open. On the surface these look like switchblades. They are not. They have a two-step process that can be used with one hand. This is absolutely a must outdoors. I can’t tell you how many times I have had my hand caught on something (or in) and needed to cut whatever was trapping my hand (usually rope in high tension due to high winds). Another knife would be a small 2 inch blade. Lastly is the Leatherman. This is a square, metal version of the Swiss Army knife with some of the same tools. I have a “mini-Leatherman” which has been great for repairing eye glasses (small screw head), digging out slivers (and other foreign objects), etc. If you get a knife then you need to get a whetstone for sharpening them.
* Good work or leather gloves. Get whatever you can tolerate, but I don’t recommend fabric gardening gloves because they will get destroyed after a few uses (digging rocks, roots, etc). I have a pair of pig skin gloves (Wells Lamont). These are indestructible. I also have a couple pair of Mechanix gloves that are leather and nylon. There are also cloth gloves with rubber palms and finger tips. You’ll just need to experiment with what works for you. Ultimately, you need to protect your hands.
* 100lb test fishing line and some fishing hooks. The fishing line is great for a variety of things, including setting trip lines to deter nosey people from coming in at night.
* A compass and a whistle. Quite frankly I don’t see much value in the whistle if no one is around to hear you, but I still carry one just in case I need rescuing. Learn how to use a compass so you can track your location. Should you need to call for help you need to give the dispatcher good directions on how to find you. Telling them that you’re on a forest service road out by a lake isn’t going to help. Pay attention to what forest service road you are on (they are marked in white numbers on a brown background) and how many miles back you are. Know what national forest you are in and the nearest cross roads with the highway. There have been people who have died because they could not give dispatch accurate information on their whereabouts.
* Wool vest, wool socks, wool pants. During the fall and winter months I carry these in my backpack for “just in case”. * Duct tape and surveyors tape. Get some brightly colored duct tape (Available cheap at either Staples or Walmart). Surveyors ribbon is light plastic ribbon that should be available in hardware stores or Walmart’s hardware department. If you are out in the woods for a walk and you are not very adept at reading a map or compass then tie these every 100 yards or so. This is like “bread crumbs” that the animals won’t eat (except for stupid cows, long story). Duct tape also has many other uses such as short-term repairs, reinforcing axe handles, getting slivers out, etc. *Trioxylene tablets. I covered these back in the “Food” section. They are used in the military and can be used to cook food in aluminum containers and/or for starting a campfire.
* Matches, preferably waterproof or a flint that can be used wet or dry.
* About 50 feet of 550lb parachute cord. This can be used to string up a makeshift shelter if needed.
* An axe or hatchet.
* A hand saw. Available at pretty much any outdoor/sporting goods stores and large retailers who have a sporting goods section OR hardware stores.
* A metal hand trowel and toilet paper. (covered in the opening of this section).
* Silk glove liners and sock liners. These are worn as a first layer in extreme conditions.
* Long johns (covered in the clothing section)
*Wool gloves. I have ones that have Thinsulate and are indispensible.
* Balaclava. These go over the head and cover the neck and face. They are usually spandex and nylon or spandex and polyester. You NEED to have something to cover your nose and face when the wind chill gets below zero.
* Two Shemgahs. A shemgah is what the military wears in the desert (Middle East). It is a square cotton cloth, usually 36-42 inches. They are great for covering your neck and face if you cannot use a Balaclava. These also work great as slings for carrying water jugs from a creek. Note: do NOT get shemgahs in the following color combinations: black/white, red/white, yellow/white, blue/white. These colors are used by the Wahabbi Islamic sect (Saudi Arabia), Palestinians, some other militant Islamic groups and the blue and white is Israel, respectively. Not many people are going to know this, but since I roam around a few military installations I do not want to upset people who may know this or send the wrong message, like expressing support for radical Islam. There are a ton of colors now, but beware, get them from an army surplus site and not a fashion site. The ones used for fashion are poorly made and fall apart/get easily snagged. Plus fashion ones are not 100% cotton. I got mine from Amazon.
* A mirror for signaling help. * Energy foods. Have the following tucked away somewhere for “just in case”. Nuts, energy bars (I don’t care which ones, just something with a lot of calories, fat, not just sugar), nut butters in individual packets (peanut or almond), hard candy, seeds (pumpkin, etc), granola. I also have packets of Emergen-C for replacing electrolytes in hot climates.
*Hats. Have a good cold weather hat in whatever fabric you tolerate (except cotton). It needs to insulate your head from the cold. A good hot weather hat with a wide brim (or drape in back) to protect you face and neck is also a necessity. * Iodine water purification tablets. I covered this in the “Water” section.
* A NOAA (National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Agency) radio. I have an Eton that I bought from Cabelas that is both solar/hand crank lithium rechargeable batteries and battery operated by 3 AAA cell batteries. It also has AM/FM so I have some entertainment. This is crucial for keeping track of adverse weather conditions. I have had to move camp in the middle of the night after tornado and/or flood watches were issued for my area. You can buy cheaper ones that are exclusively for the NOAA weather stations if you don’t want to or can’t listen to the radio.
*A waterproof marker and paper. Ok, I know the marker is toxic but here is why you need this, if you leave your car for an extended period of time, write the date and time you left, your destination and your name. Place it folded over on the dashboard of your car. If for whatever reason you go missing; law enforcement will have this information so they know where to look for you. Do NOT leave it open on the dash. This will announce “BREAK INTO ME!” to someone who is tempted to do so.
* One or two garbage bags. These can be emergency rain gear or used to place on the ground to lie on to protect you from moisture.
* One gallon size Ziploc (or other type) of plastic bag. One of the uses for this is to stuff it full of snow and tuck it in your sleeping bag or inside your jacket (but NOT against your skin) so you can have water. You cannot melt snow in an aluminum (or titanium) cup. When it gets hot it will just steam and jump around. It will not melt.
* Yak-trax. These are non-slip plastic and metal slip on “grippers” (can’t think of the word right now) to keep you from slipping on the ice. You pull these over the bottom of your shoes and the metal on them grips slippery surfaces to keep you from falling. A definite must if you are in winter conditions.
*First Aid kit (to be covered in section 5) This is not an all-inclusive list, but it’s the basics of the most important factors to staying safe (or alive). Keep dry, keep warm/cool, keep hydrated, keep fed and know where you are.
(My “go bag” with a majority of my survival gear)
Posted in Allergies and Sensitivities, Chronic Illness and Treatment, Environmental Illness, Mind and Body, Multiple Chemical Sensitivity, Reactions, Toxic Free Living
Tagged acute allergies, chemical sensitivity, isolation, Living Homeless Survival Gear, Living Homeless with MCS, living in isolation, planet thrive, toxic free living
This is Part 1 of Vanessa’s posts on Planet Thrive related to living homeless. Her bio and history were posted in my recent blog post: Living the Homeless Life with MCS.
This is a subject near and dear to my heart, for obvious reasons. Given the recent posts by fellow PT’rs (referring to Planet Thrive members) I feel compelled to write about the realities of homelessness.
It is not an adventure. Yes, sometimes people talk about it this way, including myself, but this is a defense mechanism to keep sane when your reality sucks. You have to have a sense of morbid humor when you are forced to shit in a hole year round, pee along roadsides (in bushes) because the rest stops are too much to bear. It is hard to laugh though when you become violently ill, by yourself, in the middle of nowhere and sometimes without cell coverage to call for help. I have had full body neuralgia while lying in the front seat of my car and not able to move at all. I have puked on myself (and yes, shit myself) when I had the stomach flu and no amenities. All I could do was to clean myself in the break of the stormy weather as best I could with cold water and change my clothes. These are just a few of the indignities I have endured.
I understand the fear and frustration that comes with facing the prospect of becoming homeless. I remember clearly in May 2009 as I was coming to grips with my worst nightmare. I could not sleep for days prior to leaving for the desert. I finally sucked it up, left and never looked back. I cried in my tent that night, alone and afraid of what was to come. I still have moments when I try to envision my future as being healthy, independent and no longer homeless. I envision myself working and supporting myself once more. But then the grave reality of my present circumstance comes over me like a frigid tidal wave, dragging me back into the open sea of despair.
I can’t emphasize enough how deciding to live in your car, tent or whatever in the woods is dangerous. I have read the statistics and the news regarding just how brutal people can be to a homeless person. The psychology is that the homeless are perceived as weak and that they have no one who cares about their welfare, making them easy targets for harassment. I have experienced firsthand the degradation of being talked down to by law enforcement. I remember one officer contemptuously asking me if this was a “lifestyle”. I simply replied saying “no” when I wanted to say “who the hell chooses to freeze their ass off as a lifestyle. Get real.”
I could go on about the other perils of living/surviving this way. This is no way to live and the fact that some people are forced into this standard of living is unconscionable in our nation. Yes, there are those who really do choose to live homeless, but I think they are the minority. Any sane, rational individual will not choose this for themselves, their families and friends. Safe and affordable housing is a necessity, not a luxury, and is one of the pillars needed to facilitate healing. To obtain and maintain good health the basics such as a safe home, clean water and clean food are essential. Why this is so hard for some to grasp is beyond me.
I am going to list by category what is necessary to survive and give some resources on where to find supplies. These things are imperative to survival.
1. Shelter. This is the first rule of survival. You need a place to keep out of the elements. Getting cold and wet can lead to hypothermia, even if you are in a car. The car is the obvious shelter of choice, but sleeping in it constantly can lead to back problems (which I have found out the hard way). You have to come to terms with the fact that sleeping in your car constantly will also ruin the interior making any chance of resale difficult. There are many styles of tents and many pricing options. I recommend middle of the road tents. You don’t need an expedition style tent, but you shouldn’t go for the ones at Walmart either. You need a tent that will stand up to high winds and the weight of snow. Tents were also not designed as permanent shelters, they are recreational. I have two, a one-man bivy tent and a two-man tent. I wanted a backup for one or the other in case one got destroyed. Each has its pros and cons. One person tents are light and compact, however they do not have a lot of room for extra gear inside. Two person tents are roomy, allows to stow stuff in there with you but are a little more bulky. Look for the following qualities:
– What seasons are they for? Are they three season or four?
-Material. Most tents are made from waterproofed taffeta or nylon/polyester fabrics. The floors are rubberized for waterproofing. It took a few months to air out one of my tents. For a while it smelled like jet fuel whenever it got hot in the sun. With sufficient airing out, washing/rinsing and hanging in the sun (and rain if need be) it should off gas nicely. (but do not use soap, it will ruin the waterproofing).
-Tents that are for all seasons are more expensive than those used in just three seasons or for the summer.
-Durability. Keep in mind you are living in this tent, not camping, and need to gauge on the description if it will hold up to the demands of being used constantly.
-Ease of set up. You don’t want a bunch of pieces to put the tent together. Keep it simple.
The tents I have are: Mountain Hardware bivy/one person, three season tent and North Face two person tent, three season. Places where you can get deals are Campmor, Sierra Trading Post, North Face website, Cabelas. Campmor usually has some of the best deals.
In addition to a tent you will need at least two tarps, thick grade or “mil”. The lower the “mil” the thicker the tarp material and vice versa. I have a 20×20 and 8×10. The large one I use as a shelter or privacy screen and the smaller one acts as a privacy screen and can be placed under the tent to keep the floor dry in heavy rains (but this can also be accomplished by using two large garbage bags as well). Along with the tarps you will need at least two ropes, 50 ft nylon and any longer length of 550lb parachute cord. You will also need bungee cords (of various sizes) and metal stakes. You will also need a hammer to drive the stakes into the ground.
2. Security. You need to be prepared to defend yourself against any aggression whether it is from a person or an animal. I have heard that some EIs travel with firearms. I am totally against this not because I am anti-gun, but because I am for responsible gun ownership. As an EI it is doubtful that the cleaning solvents and lubricants used to maintain a firearm will be tolerated. To be proficient in the use of a weapon in self-defense, you need to practice with it. If you don’t practice you might as well throw the cartridges at the aggressor because you’ll have a better chance of hitting them. As a homeless person, there is no way of properly securing a firearm to prevent it from being stolen. Hiding it somewhere in the car is not enough. Any burglar can easily find it and you also don’t want it so well hidden that you can’t get to it in an emergency. Some have commented that they feel the mere sight of a firearm will deter a criminal. No it won’t. It will only draw unwanted attention and create a dangerous situation. Others have talked about having BB guns or toys as a means of self-defense. Shooting a would be assailant with a BB gun is like swatting a bull with a fly swatter, you’ll only piss them off. If you are serious about defense consider these: Pepper spray or a Taser. You need to make sure that whatever is coming at you gets no closer than 12 feet. Pepper spray comes in 30 ft, 12ft and 8ft ranges. I don’t know what the reach of a taser is, but it probably is less than 12 feet. There are many places that sell these products. I purchased my pepper spray kit (all three sizes) from Cabelas. The manufacture is UDAP based out of Bozeman MT.
Know your territory. Know where the party spots are and talk with the forest service about potential problems with drugs or drug manufacturing in the forest. They will know the areas that are questionable.
Do not act like a victim. Stand straight, look people in the eye, do not disclose too much information about yourself or your circumstances. This is not the time to serve as an ambassador to spread the information about MCS/EI.
Anything can be used as a weapon. Your hands, feet, knees, elbows, teeth. You can pickup rocks, sticks, forks, knives, pots/pans, hot grease, hot water. The combinations are endless. You do not have to be trained in self-defense to defend yourself, you just need a good understanding of the human anatomy and the confidence of how to take advantage of it. However, if you do ever get a chance to take a self-defense course I strongly recommend it.
I am going to stop here for now as this is getting pretty long. The next segments I will cover are food, water, hygiene, clothing, survival gear, and first aid.
I am not a regular follower of Dear Abby but occasionally the headlines capture my attention. Today’s Dear Abby’s headline reads: Perfume puts family in stinky mood.
Hmm, does this sound familiar to any of you out there? I want to thank Dear Abby’s writer, Jeanne Phillips, for her reply. In fact, I plan on sending Jeanne an email (www.dearabby.com) to tell her how much I appreciate her response to this woman’s dilemma of her mother-in-law visiting wearing an abundant amount of perfume. I tried scanning the article but when I do, the background shows through. I found the article on the internet here. I have taken the liberty of copying and pasting it directly into my post. The title on this site is a little different from the one used in our local paper but the content is the same. I know many of you have dealt with this first hand. How have you handled the situation?
Jul 1, 2013Abigail Van Buren
My husband addressed the problem with her when I was pregnant, but now that the baby is here she’s back to her old habits.
We are all sensitive to perfumes and get headaches when exposed to it. When she visits, we can’t get away from the smell. I don’t wear perfume, but was always told that perfume is to be discovered, never announced. However, when I say that around her, she dismisses it.
What’s the proper etiquette in addressing the perfume cloud that surrounds her? — THE NOSE KNOWS
DEAR NOSE: I receive complaints about perfumes almost daily. Perfume in abundance can cause serious allergic reactions in people who are sensitive to it. And when they are exposed to it in enclosed places (elevators, airplanes, houses with storm windows, gymnasiums, etc.), it can cause real problems.
Your mother-in-law should be reminded again that her perfume is causing headaches and asked to please not use it around you. Depending upon how old she is and her sense of smell, she may not realize she is using as much as she is.
Women’s perfumes and men’s after-shave lotions and colognes can also cause problems at the gym. When people who are exercising begin to sweat, the smell can become overpowering and a nuisance to others. Scents that were applied the day before can turn rancid, so a shower before working out would be considerate if this could be you.
Posted in Allergies and Sensitivities, Environmental Illness, Mind and Body, Multiple Chemical Sensitivity, Reactions, Toxic Free Living
Tagged chemical sensitivity, Dear Abby, ettiquette on fragrance free zones, fragrance sensitivity, Perfume puts family in stinky mood, reactions, toxic free living
Several months ago a friend of mine told me about a photographer she knew who was taking pictures of those suffering from chemical sensitivity. I was first directed to Thilde Jensen’s website (see warning towards end of post). You can view the photos by scrolling across the bottom of the screen. There was also an article featuring some of these and other photos at featureshoot.com.
Thilde Jensen, herself, became a victim of chemical sensitivity and soon discovered an “invisible subculture” also forced to live on the fringe of a normal existence to avoid constantly exposing themselves to the very chemicals that make them ill. Thilde has used her photography to bring this disabling condition to the forefront.
While I do have to put a warning that there are two pictures of women with some nudity in them, I love the way her camera lens has captured the very essence of this debilitating condition.
Posted in Chronic Illness and Treatment, Environmental Illness, Multiple Chemical Sensitivity, Toxic Free Living
Tagged acute allergies, chronic illness, depression, environmental illness, invisible subculture, multiple chemical sensitivity, the canaries, the canaries photographs, Thilde Jensen, toxic free living
I subscribe to many blogs. It seems that I keep finding more and more than I am truly interested in that offer a great deal of information relating to me and to my readers as well. Some of the blogs I am fortunate enough to get notified via email of new posts and topics. Some I get through RSS feeds and have to remember to check them. Often it will be days and my brain fogged mind will alert me to the fact that I haven’t checked recently.
Andrea Fabry writes a blog at mold recovery. She had posted a video on environmental health awareness. The link to her blog post and the video is: http://moldrecovery.blogspot.com/2013/01/environmental-health-awareness-video.html
Posted in Allergies, Allergies and Sensitivities, Bedding, Chronic Illness and Treatment, Cleaning, Environmental Illness, Food Allergies, Gluten Free, Hair Care, Mold Exposure, Multiple Chemical Sensitivity, Mycotoxins, Personal Products, Pest Control, Sick Buildings
Tagged acute allergies, andrea fabry, chronic illness, environmental health awareness video, environmental illness, mold exposure, moldrecovery.blogspot.com, multiple chemical sensitivity, toxic free living
From an Environmentally sensitive person’s standpoint my tile floors are great. I don’t have to worry about what may be lurking underneath the carpet and in the pad. I don’t have to worry about all the formaldehyde and other chemicals in the carpets either.
But….
1) The dirt is always on the surface for me to see and therefore always needs to be swept or vacuumed or mopped.
2) In the summertime tile floors are great because they keep the house cooler but in the winter I can’t keep warm because the floor tiles are so cold.
3) My grandchildren were born after my illness and therefore during my tile floor time. The first two managed to learn to walk without too many falls or any major injuries on my hard floors. Grandchild number three is learning to walk and I am more scared than I was with the other two. I think it is because he gets so excited he practically tries to run. The only way he can walk at my house is outdoors on the lawn or if I am holding his hand and he doesn’t want that.
4) “n my old life” I would just have to sweep and mop the kitchen and baths and run the vacuum across the carpet. Now I sweep and mop my entire house.
5) Tile is extremely slippery when wet. I have experienced this twice in the last month. The first time I was in the kitchen and my husband had just filled my granddaughter’s water bottle and must have dripped water on the floor. I had just gone into the kitchen and wham, my right foot turned in under me and I landed hard on my left knee (my right foot actually swelled and bruised and was much more painful than my knee). The second experience was a week ago. I was walking through the living room and this time my left foot turned in under me and I landed on my right knee. Fortunately this time only my right knee was bruised. I never see the water or the juice until I am on the floor at ground level with it. What I do see, is the dirt on the floor where someone has walked over a wet spot on the floor.
Would I give up my hard, sometimes cold tiles for the warmth and softness of carpet? Yes and know. I miss sitting or lying on the floor and the softness of carpet pile under my feet. Having been through all that I have been through I like knowing that there is no hidden dirt under my feet – only what I see on the surface that once again needs to be vacuumed and mopped as I look across the floor. Maybe it will get done today but most likely tomorrow. I have had one of my wonderful sleepless nights and my spoons are used up for today.
My question to you – What is on your floors? Do you like it? What would you change if you could?
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