I cannot write much these days.
I wish everyone Happy Holidays and a Wonderful New Year!
To those who celebrate Christmas, Merry Christmas!
Friday, December 22, 2017
Friday, December 15, 2017
Busy Week, No Time to Post
I had a very busy week but I still have a ton to do today. I am hoping to have a productive day.
Tuesday night, I introduced the new CEO-to-be to my team in Ankara. After a brief meeting, we had a nice dinner. Technically, he is still CEO-to-be since, the company hasn't oficially changed hands yet. They are waiting for an approval from a state agency to make sure that competition is not being affected in our line of work. The approval probably will be given before the year is up.
Gotta go now. Hope, everyone will have a nice weekend.
Tuesday night, I introduced the new CEO-to-be to my team in Ankara. After a brief meeting, we had a nice dinner. Technically, he is still CEO-to-be since, the company hasn't oficially changed hands yet. They are waiting for an approval from a state agency to make sure that competition is not being affected in our line of work. The approval probably will be given before the year is up.
Gotta go now. Hope, everyone will have a nice weekend.
Monday, December 11, 2017
Peaceful Weekend
I have had a peaceful weekend. No mood swings.
On Saturday, I was out shopping for kiddie gifts. I had a ball because I love toy stores. I think I am done shopping. My family and I gave up giving gifts to each other for the New Year because, thankfully, we all have what we need. So, instead I am buying gifts for the children of the guards, the gardener, the office assistant and the office boy. I am also giving gifts to the daughters of the cleaning lady.
On Sunday, I was planning to paint the large piece but did not feel like it. So, that is on hold. As I was waxing the two pieces I have painted, I found some areas where I did not do such a great job. I must touch those up too.
It was a dark and soggy day on Sunday so, I did some laundry, spent time on the couch watching TV and dozing off.
I will be in Ankara tomorrow and Wednesday. I will have only a few hours to see mom but, that's OK. We'll be together for the New Year.
I cannot believe that 2017 is almost over. Personally, it was not a bad year but, I think it was a pretty bad year in terms of economy, unemployment, international relations and general governance of the country. I have a feeling that 2018 will not be much better. The growing tension between the nations for all sorts of stupid reasons make me worry but I will foucus on my life and try to make the best of every single day if I can.
It is time for me to come up with the budget of 2018. I will be working on that till the end of the year.
On Saturday, I was out shopping for kiddie gifts. I had a ball because I love toy stores. I think I am done shopping. My family and I gave up giving gifts to each other for the New Year because, thankfully, we all have what we need. So, instead I am buying gifts for the children of the guards, the gardener, the office assistant and the office boy. I am also giving gifts to the daughters of the cleaning lady.
On Sunday, I was planning to paint the large piece but did not feel like it. So, that is on hold. As I was waxing the two pieces I have painted, I found some areas where I did not do such a great job. I must touch those up too.
It was a dark and soggy day on Sunday so, I did some laundry, spent time on the couch watching TV and dozing off.
I will be in Ankara tomorrow and Wednesday. I will have only a few hours to see mom but, that's OK. We'll be together for the New Year.
I cannot believe that 2017 is almost over. Personally, it was not a bad year but, I think it was a pretty bad year in terms of economy, unemployment, international relations and general governance of the country. I have a feeling that 2018 will not be much better. The growing tension between the nations for all sorts of stupid reasons make me worry but I will foucus on my life and try to make the best of every single day if I can.
It is time for me to come up with the budget of 2018. I will be working on that till the end of the year.
Friday, December 8, 2017
Mood Swings
I have terrible mood swings these days. Yes, I am a Gemini, yes my company is going through a transition, yes I have lost a colleague a few weeks ago and yes I am going through menopause...
Ummm, I guess I have enough reasons for mood swings.
After I finish the painting job I have on hand, I think, I will take up some knitting. I am not a great knitter but that is not the point.
For those over 50, please let me know any tips you might have for mood swings.
Ummm, I guess I have enough reasons for mood swings.
After I finish the painting job I have on hand, I think, I will take up some knitting. I am not a great knitter but that is not the point.
For those over 50, please let me know any tips you might have for mood swings.
Wednesday, December 6, 2017
Chalk Paint II
Last weekend I tried my hand in painting two small folding coffee tables before attacking the larger piece. Below are the before and after pictures but I haven't waxed them yet. The color is called Versailles and it is not as white as it looks. It has a yellow-greenish tint to it. Once waxed, I think it will look just a bit darker.
I applied two coats of paint and I love the fact that, nothing needs any prep work such as sanding.
I will share better and final pictures hopefully this weekend. So far, I am happy with the result. I just do not know how the large TV unit will turn up.
Friday, December 1, 2017
Chalk Paint
I have a TV stand bought way back in 1998 that I was planning to replace but, I could not find anyting to replace it at my price range. Then I came across Chalk Paint. It apparently clings to many surfaces and seems like a pretty good solution to my problem.I like the TV stand but some of it's finish is scraped over time and since it is not made of good wood, other paints will not work.
I have decided to try my hand in painting this TV stand and two small folding coffee tables. If I can manage it, I will be able to save a significant amount of money.
I like the TV stand but some of it's finish is scraped over time and since it is not made of good wood, other paints will not work.
I am not a handy person but I have watched some videos and decided to try. I will paint one of the coffee tables first to see if I can do it well enough before jumping in to paint the large TV stand.
Some friends of mine are doing a really great job transforming their furniture and I always envied their talent. Wish me luck. I will share photos.
I like the TV stand but some of it's finish is scraped over time and since it is not made of good wood, other paints will not work.
I am not a handy person but I have watched some videos and decided to try. I will paint one of the coffee tables first to see if I can do it well enough before jumping in to paint the large TV stand.
Some friends of mine are doing a really great job transforming their furniture and I always envied their talent. Wish me luck. I will share photos.
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