A new definition for "Working Remotely"

It was a typical Monday morning. I was heading to my office early to make sure all my ends were tied up from last week...meaning my timesheet was done before billing. Soon into trying to connect to the internet...my timesheet...I realized that internet wasn't working. So, I ran downstairs to see if it was working for Mikey before he left for work...it wasn't. And then we found out cable wasn't working either. Hmmm...I did the only thing I thought would make sense, I called Comcast. They told me there was a fire that took out one of their major lines to Savannah and that we would be out of service until the afternoon. So, I did the only thing I could think of...I took off in my Jeep in search of a wireless connection that wasn't through Comcast.

After driving 15 minutes I finally found one...outside of Locos...but they weren't open yet so it meant me working out of my Jeep. Then the lunch rush hour hit Locos and I didn't figure it would be appropriate for me to take up a table for a couple hours so I waited until that was done. Since it was nearly 2 PM I figured our Internet had to be working again...got home, nope it wasn't working. The new updated time was end of business day Monday. So, I headed back to Locos and worked out of my car until the end of business day. I figured at this point I had bonded with my Jeep so why go into Locos, plus I was told I had to pay for it if I went in...so I stayed in the Jeep!

Yep, I worked remotely yesterday. That is for sure! I think some of the workers at Locos were trying to figure out if I was a PI or just a stalker! And the customers walking in didn't think anything about it, until they came out to see me still there! Hehe. It was fun, but I did have to zip into the mall every once and a while for a bathroom break and to recharge my computer battery.

Don't worry - I'm back to working from my home office. Phew. My Jeep was getting a little cramped yesterday!

Some "names" have been changed for their protection

Today was a rough day in our household. It was the day that I had to face the reality that I no longer live in North Dakota. I had to get a GA license and my Jeep (completely throwing a fit about it all day) had to get GA plates. The process went smoothly. I spent about an hour and a half in lines, which meant a lot of fun people watching. I was thankful that I did not have any small children, as the wait was a bit long...but we had air so I couldn't complain much.

I waited for my number to be called (so different then in ND where there are 12 people total in line at the DMV) and went through all of the paperwork to start the process of getting my GA driver's license. Don't worry...I didn't have to take a test...if that would have been the case this blog entry might have been more about the great public transportation system of Savannah! I passed the vision test and had all proper documentation. There was one part that made me feel pretty rebellious though...I got to keep my ND driver's license! Hahahaha - I put one past them. I didn't want it taken away, I just needed to keep it as a keepsake. So, I did my research and found a way...as far as the GA DMV knows...my ND driver's license was lost! (That is until they read this blog)

The second line I had to stand in was the Tag Office line. It took about 20 minutes to get through the line and again the process went smooth. She handed me my GA license plate and I was on my way (of course after paying taxes and registration...ouch). One interesting note...I only have one plate...on the back of my Jeep. But, I can tell my Jeep hasn't accepted being a full GA resident yet, if you look at the front you can still read the numbers of my ND plate from the dirt collected behind the plate. Some day it will understand...I think it just has an issue trying to understand why it can be in full 4-wheel drive use like it did most of the year in ND.

Well, that is all I have for now...I am still always going to call ND home. I am just a resident so I abide by the law, no other reason because I am a "Northern Belle", not a "Southern Belle"

Until next time!

Hanging Low

It's been a while since I've updated everyone...mainly because I've been laying low and so the stories aren't as comical. I haven't had any run-ins with the lizard...no more weigh station mishaps...and no armadillo sightings lately! So, I'll update you on the more "boring" side of my life!


This weekend we've been super productive. We are calling it "Grown-Up Weekend." We have been spending money on home improvement elements and getting things done. This week I'll be busy painting my office and Mikey will be busy hanging all my photos! (I'm sure he is excited...or will be when he finds out.) I am also prepping myself for the upcoming events of this week. I am going to have to officially claim to be a Georgia resident. I am sad to give up my ND driver's license and my Jeep is also sad to be a GA registered vehicle. I didn't want to do this, but I guess the time had to come. So...check back and I'll be sure to share photos of the "Jeep makeover" and possibly the new office look!

Looking forward to seeing as many people as I can when I'm home in less then 2 months!