Clean Carpets and a Deal

When we were signing the lease on our apartment, the landlord told us that she wasn't happy with carpet cleaning job that had been [supposedly] done and that they would let us move in and then have the carpets cleaned at our convenience. When, might I ask, is it ever convenient to clean carpets? With a family of five in a small three bedroom, we don't have a lot of free floor space. Well, we decided that it was mainly the living room, dining area and hallway that needed attention. So last Thursday we cleared as much stuff as possible out of those spaces and waited for the carpet cleaners to come. They didn't show up. John called to find out what was going on and they said they wouldn't be able to make it until 2 PM. UGH! John told them to just come back the next week. It was rescheduled for this morning at 9 AM and we had to clear the rooms again. Thankfully, they were only 35 minutes late and it only took the guy 30 minutes to get it cleaned. We went to the library, the mall and a grocery store while waiting for the carpets to dry.

This mall is not the one near our apartment but it's closer to the library. It is beautiful and has some great stores. I really think I would enjoy it on a crisp fall day. It's not enclosed like a typical mall so you have to walk outside in the heat to go from store to store. It would be great in a place like San Diego. Oh well. The girls and I had to go to Claire's. We always do. I could live without it but the girls love it so much. Today we happened upon a good sale. They had a couple of sections marked, "10 for $5." I was able to get a bunch of clippies for Holly who is trying to grow her bangs out. Don't you love to find a great deal?!

We are home again. The carpets are still damp. At least they are done and look much better.