Simon: I swear when it's appropriate. Kaylee: Simon, the whole point of swearing is that it ain't appropriate.

'Jaynestown'


Goodbye and Good Riddance 2013: That Was the Year That Was  

Every year we watch the Charlie Brown special, do the Snoopy dance, wish everybody a Merry Thanksgivukkahmas, and thank our Secret Santas in the good riddance thread. Which is this one, in case you were wondering. Out you go, 2013!


brenda m - Dec 16, 2013 5:15:38 am PST #79 of 774
If you're going through hell/keep on going/don't slow down/keep your fear from showing/you might be gone/'fore the devil even knows you're there

Do you have a lease? It's very dependent on local laws, but in most places he should have to honor it. And at any rate he has to give reasonable notice (though presumably his idea is payment in lieu.)


Amy - Dec 16, 2013 5:18:31 am PST #80 of 774
Because books.

Yeah, I would imagine 30 days' notice at least, if not 60.

I'm sorry you have to deal with this now, Laura, when you have so much on your plate already. Delegate where you can.


brenda m - Dec 16, 2013 5:35:00 am PST #81 of 774
If you're going through hell/keep on going/don't slow down/keep your fear from showing/you might be gone/'fore the devil even knows you're there

Secret Santa gifts have been purchased! They will be relayed to their recipient Real Soon Now.

Now all I have to do is buy presents for everyone in my family.

This.

Although this year has been a little different as family goes. I brokered a deal with my sister and dad that instead of doing gifts for each other, I will buy tickets for the Packer game at Lambeau next week, my sister will provide the tailgate, and my dad will make wassail, get handwarmers, and be designated driver. Done!

But then yesterday I also strong-armed my brother and his wife into buying a really nice coat for my sister, so now I need to get a little more focused on buying him and SIL something nice.


NoiseDesign - Dec 16, 2013 7:38:21 am PST #82 of 774
Our wings are not tired

Unfortunately I just did a quick check on FL Rental laws and if the rental property is on a month to month lease then the Landlord only needs to give notice 15 days before the end of the current monthly rental period. Assuming that the lease is month to month on calendar months, then if he has already given notice Laura will need to be out by January 1st.

Looks like FL doesn't do much to protect the renter. In CA it's 60 days if the tenant has lived there for 1 year or longer and 30 days if less than one year.

Let me know if there is anything I can do to help Laura. Pix and I will be in your area at the end of the month and even if it's just taking you guys out to dinner or giving you an escape for a few hours we'd love to help.


Laura - Dec 16, 2013 7:49:52 am PST #83 of 774
Our wings are not tired.

Florida is not a renter friendly state. The new owner guy seems nice enough and seems willing to pay a price to get us out. It is mostly having to make decisions and do stuff when time and mental energy is at such a premium.

I do indeed look forward to seeing you and Pix when you get here. A most welcome distraction!


meara - Dec 16, 2013 10:47:02 am PST #84 of 774

Wow, 15 days?? That's shitty! You'd think they'd have to at least give 30.


Calli - Dec 16, 2013 10:50:42 am PST #85 of 774
I must obey the inscrutable exhortations of my soul—Calvin and Hobbs

I'm sorry about the impending move, Laura.

In other news, my Secret Santa gift is on its way to its recipient. Yay!


Amy - Dec 16, 2013 2:57:35 pm PST #86 of 774
Because books.

I got a card! From not-my-secret-Santa! Unexpected and delightful, especially today.


Anne W. - Dec 16, 2013 3:10:50 pm PST #87 of 774
The lost sheep grow teeth, forsake their lambs, and lie with the lions.

So did I, Amy!

The timing of it couldn't be better. I'm feeling exhausted and on-edge, and it was such a lovely thing to receive at the end of a long day.

Thank you, not-my-secret-Santa!


msbelle - Dec 16, 2013 4:39:14 pm PST #88 of 774
I remember the crazy days. 500 posts an hour. Nubmer! Natgbsb

I too got cards! from my elf and others of you. Then I also got this: [link]

notice the SIZE of that box. I had no idea.

Inside was this [link] [link]

1) it is totes magotes adorbs
2) that packaging is ridic

I promised not to look at packing papers so no idea who it is from. I LOVE IT THOUGH AND WILL CARRY IT TOMORROW. Thank you Thank you Thank you!