The weather here turned rainy, windy, cold, and nasty. It’s been rainy pretty hard for almost a day. Pretty soon I’ll need another new roof.
I didn’t even want to go out in it so this is a shot from my 4th story balcony.
I forgot about this fireplace on this balcony. I need to sit outside and use it once the rain clears up but before it gets too hot out to take advantage of it.
Note to self: Bring something from Here…
…Out to Here
What’s a good rainy day project?
Getting your tax paperwork organized and ready to mail to the accountant.
And what’s a good thing to eat when it’s rainy and miserable out?
Warm and hearty food…
Caribbean Coconut Rice with Garbanzos & Veggies
Or Savory Pumpkin, Potato, & Carrot Soup
Or warm and comforting breads or cakes…
Vegan GF Peanut Butter Banana Bread
Or a warm Microwave Blueberry Banana Oat Cake
Ready in 5 minutes
From my earlier Challenge Post about Zodiac signs and if you think your sign fits you, and how much stock you do or don’t put into them, it was fun to read your perspectives on astrology, horoscopes, your sign, and also whether you believe in things like Full Moon phenomenon. Thanks for the fun comments.
Questions:
1. Best thing you’ve ate or done so far this weekend?
Being done with another day of work is definitely a good thing. I’ve been working so much lately. Just checking each day off my list as being another day being “done” with work is a good feeling. Item #2 has been in full force which has been facilitating Item #1.
2. Have you gotten started on your taxes yet? Do you expect that you’ll have to pay in? Get a refund? Or pretty much even?
I have structured things so that I hope I am even. But one never quite knows until all the numbers are ran. Fingers crossed I don’t have to pay in!
I don’t even care (or want) a big refund. Some people count on having a big refund which is great for them, but I’d rather have access to my money all year, rather than the government holding it, and then giving me my money back in the form of a refund each spring.
However, for some people, it’s a sort of forced “savings” plan. The IRS holds your money, then gives it back to you in one lump sum, and it feels like you just hit the lottery. Which hey, whatever works.
I have had years where I’ve had to pay in a ridiculous sum. To the point that I literally didn’t know what I was going to do and was pawning and ebay’ing my life away. Thankfully, this hopefully shouldn’t be one of those years.
3. What do you like to do on rainy days?
Right along with going to the gynecologist, going to the dentist, and getting my tax paperwork in order, I’d like to watch paint dry or listen to nails on a chalkboard on rainy days. Kidding.
Not really much changes for me, I still actually squeezed in a 20 minute run during a break in the rain.
I worked, got housework done…
…and made sure this little one had plenty of paper and crayons and indoor things to do.
Enjoy your weekend! What are you up to?
Reading a good book is my top thing to do on rainy days! :)
Girl you have a balcony?! That is the most gorgeous outdoor fireplace I have ever seen! Slash I wish it was sunny today:(
i have 3 balconies spanning 4 stories. they are on different floors. I love the views I get :)
Our accountant got our taxes ready today :) I can’t wait for the refund to hit our account! It’s such a good feeling to cross it off my list!
I have to do all of my errands and activities this morning because your rain is heading my way this afternoon!
So I always just got Roma tomatoes because they are so much cheaper then cluster tomatoes. but wow. i had a vine-riped tomato and it was SO much tastier. I could nosh on a plain one and be totally satisfied. wish they weren’t so pricey :( i shelled out the $7.31 for my bunch today.
this and Vegan Slaw dressing… long time staples for sure
Thanks Averie :)
vine ripes come out to usually .80 cents to nearly a buck each depending on size…like a bunch of 5 is almost 5 bucks….but totally worth it IMO :)
Ick, that sums up our weather for most of the week. And it’s still looking like that today making me not sure I wanna cram in my long run. Totally use the fireplace, I love mine on days like this because it takes the cold edge off the room quick without having to run the heater. Yes, alcohol also takes the cold edge off. :-)
Hubby finished our taxes early and I couldn’t be more thankful, I hate dealing with that.
1. Since it’s so early, coffee I guess. :-)
2. Done, woohoo! And we’re getting a refund which will mostly be mine. :-)
3. Work on indoor projects like cleaning, re-organizing and recipes. Also watch TV and play video games.
glad YOU are getting most of the refund :)
I’d take rain right now….its snowing. We’re supposed to get 10-18 inches in the next 24 hours. Talk about being stuck at home. Ick. I should go out to the store now, before it gets worse.
I used to be that person that liked a big refund, until I learned how to save money. The refund is nice, but saving and getting the interest on that money all year long is even nicer.
Do you use your fireplace much? It looks so lovely!
no but i plan to!
We’ve already got both of our refunds. Rob files electronically the moment we get our W-2s.
Been raining here, too. It’s a drag if it rains when I’m on my way to the gym (walking) because then I have to change into dry shoes and socks when I get there. Don’t mind if it pours on me on the way home, ’cause then it just feels all the cozier when I put on dry, snuggly sweats.
Fearless Flyer time at Trader Joe’s! Going today to pick up some new stuff; the sweet potato gnocci is a must-try.
i got the FF in the mail yesterday too.
I still have to do my taxes too – UGHH such a hassle!
I’d actually love to be there in the rain right now, especially because it’s only 30 degrees here!
I’ve never done my own taxes. I consider myself a pretty intelligent person in most areas, but finance? Um, no. Numbers are not my thing. I leave that to my dad! I know he pays a lot in taxes and generally isn’t too happy about it…but then again, who is??
On rainy days I like just watching TV and vegging out. I love them…unless I have to go outside!!
Ahh…taxes; I need to get on that, stat!
The weather here is super windy and ironically, snowy too, since yesterday it was nearly 60 degrees outside! I can’t wait for spring.
The best thing I’ve done this weekend is had a relaxing Friday reading!
Ooh I like your outdoor fireplace! I could use one of those, that’s for sure.
We haven’t started taxes yet, but I agree with you on not needing/wanting a big refund. I prefer to have my money when I get paid!
I get my hair done today, so I assume that will be the best thing I do this weekend :)
Have a great weekend!
Boo to that weather!! The most exciting thing I’ve done this weekend so far is eat sushi. :) That coconut rice looks amazing!! I have the recipe bookmarked. We have an accountant do our taxes since the Husband also owns a business – he takes care of EVERYTHING. I’m not good with numbers.
Hope your weather improves!
Went to a salsa club last night (Friday usual); and then more dance and studying this weekend.