Wonder woman

So a few weeks ago, the belt on my vacuum cleaner broke. I didn't realize it until last Saturday. How silly of me right? Anyway, I went to Walmart and picked up a new one yesterday. I came home and proceeded to put it on my vacuum. That was the hardest thing I've had to fix since the beginning of the deployment. Sure things have broken around my house. The toilet handle, the heating element in my oven, the doorbell, but they've all been things I can easily fix or convince one of my neighbor's husbands to come fix because men just know what tools are what. I am so clueless in that department. Alright, back to the vacuum cleaner belt. I have cuts on my fingers.... It was soooooo tough to stretch the belt over the brush at the top and then manage to stretch the other end all the way to the bottom. I was afraid I'd end up having to go to the hospital needing stitches. Thank the good Lord I didn't! My reaction after I successfully put the belt on was so hiliarious. I was strutting around the house, saying "oh yea, I don't need a man around to help me rebelt my vacuum!" Danny probably would have had a good laugh about that one.
My list of things to do before my trip is slowly dwiddling down. I've gotten a new belt for the vacuum and put it on. Most of my things are packed in my carry on bag. I've arranged for my trash to be put by the curb, (thanks Janelle). I've got a ride to the airport and back, both here and in Florida. My mail will be held while I'm gone. All my visits with friends have been scheduled. The only things left to do really are relax, last minute cleanup or trash and dishes before I go, and enjoying myself on vacation! I'm getting soooo excited. (=