Category: body
08/08/13 11:01 - ID#57978
Laundry nightmare
For some background, I'm allergic to scented laundry detergent, so hanging out at the laundromat isn't really an option if I want to be productive the next day. I take my free & clear detergent to the wash-n-fold.
I stopped in Tuesday night and the attendant wasn't finished with the laundry, so I grabbed a bag of what was done and headed out to the truck - we needed underwear and I needed work clothes. I sniffed it - it smelled strongly of laundry detergent. I went back in and asked if she had used my detergent. She swore she did. I left, thinking I was just being paranoid.
I went back on Wednesday and got the rest. She had put ALL in one huge clear garbage bag that I had trouble dragging to my truck, so I didn't smell it till I got home. It all reeked. I don't mean just a whiff of detergent, I mean it smelled like it had been dipped in Tide and dried on hot.
(e:Dianne) and I returned on Friday morning and the attendant swore again that she had used my detergent, but that she'd rewash it. So Saturday afternoon I lugged all 60# back to the wash-n-fold. I got it back later and it was somewhat better, and clearly washed in my detergent, but I couldn't possibly wear the clothes or use the sheets and towels. (e:Dianne) isn't allergic but I like being snuggly with her so she needs to be allergic-free.
As much as I hated to ask, (e:Terry) said I could use his washer to see if I could get the smell out of a load of necessary items. Two washes, each with second rinse, one load with vinegar, the clothes were still too scented to wear. I almost cried. With as much stress (good and bad) and chaos that have happened in the past two months, the laundry became the tipping point - I can't handle anymore! (e:Dianne) would have happily helped... if she wasn't broken. She can tolerate laundromats.
So today, almost two weeks after dropping my laundry at the wash-n-fold, I'm home at Wendy's and doing MOUNDS of laundry with vinegar and borax. My head is stuffy from allergies and I can't quite tell if the scent is gone but I can tell it's better. I've got some out on the clothesline hoping that helps as well. Cross your fingers for me!
Permalink: Laundry_nightmare.html
Words: 473
Location: Buffalo, NY
Last Modified: 08/08/13 11:56
Category: holiday
08/05/13 04:39 - ID#57973
Infringe: the cool kid
Permalink: Infringe_the_cool_kid.html
Words: 145
Location: Buffalo, NY
Last Modified: 08/05/13 04:45
Category: holiday
08/04/13 04:50 - ID#57971
infringement: Fuck corporate America
At coming home buffalo, there is a little infringement museum and a place to air grievances. Dianne's plate said "Fuck Corporate America". am I wearing off on her or is she self-radicalizing? the cashier's manifesto last night really spoke to her.
Permalink: infringement_Fuck_corporate_America.html
Words: 43
Location: Buffalo, NY
Last Modified: 08/04/13 04:50
Category: holiday
08/04/13 04:43 - ID#57970
infringement: winner of live action pacman
Permalink: infringement_winner_of_live_action_pacman.html
Words: 1
Location: Buffalo, NY
Last Modified: 08/04/13 04:43
Category: holiday
08/04/13 04:03 - ID#57969
infringing: you guys know where to get any pot?
Permalink: infringing_you_guys_know_where_to_get_any_pot_.html
Words: 8
Location: Buffalo, NY
Last Modified: 08/04/13 04:03
Category: holiday
08/04/13 03:28 - ID#57968
infringing everyday
Permalink: infringing_everyday.html
Words: 10
Location: Buffalo, NY
Last Modified: 08/04/13 03:28
Category: holiday
08/03/13 07:44 - ID#57965
cashier's manifesto
Permalink: cashier_s_manifesto.html
Words: 15
Location: Buffalo, NY
Last Modified: 08/03/13 07:44
Category: friends
08/02/13 09:56 - ID#57957
moving party
Edit: Additional gratitude
- Suzanne and Michael, who helped (e:Dianne) pack, and provided food and care in the initial days after the surgery.
- (e:bluevelvetjack) for the recliner and providing me with constant support
- (e:yesthatcasey) for help moving the cat-infested recliner out of my apartment, the traded futon to (e:bluevelvetjack)'s and the new-to-us recliner up our stairs.
- (e:puddlediving) for just general support, errands and that awesome queso.
Permalink: moving_party.html
Words: 158
Location: Buffalo, NY
Last Modified: 08/02/13 12:52
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