Saturday, April 12, 2008

Ok, Y'all...I'm Stripping Today




Yes, I'm taking down the wallpaper in my kitchen. At first glance, it didn't seem to be a big job; I have wood panelling (yes, I know, gag me) that goes up about 4 feet off the floor. There's not much wall to cover. But the wallpaper is turning out to be a bitch to get off. So I consulted my local paint expert, Mark, who let me in on a professional secret: 2 parts hot water, 1 part vinegar, and a capful of Downy and that shit will come right off. You have to scrub it afterwards a couple of times, but it's got to beat the DIF crap I've been using and failing with.

I'll keep you posted throughout the day. I think I can get done in one fell swoop. I've had a Diet Coke and some beef jerky. I've got the tools and the talent. Wish me luck.






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3:18 pm: I've got one wall in the entry way clear. That formula works! I wish Poor George were here to help me peel the wallpaper off; it's just like peeling sunburnt skin! And only one injury: a barked knuckle:

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5:48 p.m.: Elizabeth arrived with the steamer! Huzzah! We'll be done in no time.

7 Comments:

Blogger SkylersDad said...

Thank you for showing us your war wound Flannery, I just want you to know that all of America supports you!

Saturday, April 12, 2008 4:27:00 PM

 
Blogger Some Guy said...

The beef jerky should provide the sustenance you need. Good choice.

Saturday, April 12, 2008 4:53:00 PM

 
Blogger Cap'n Ergo "XL+II" Jinglebollocks said...

first thought that popped into my head: "nice hands!! You should have modeled for Palmolive!"

Second thought: "fine choice in bandages! I wonder if WE have any her at Possum lodge-- 6 men, 20 power tools, endless amounts of splintery wood and I'll just BET absolutely no Band-Aids..."

third thought: "'Elizabeth came with the steamer'. Is his name 'Stanley', I wonder?"

fourth thought: "the narrative stopped at 6 PM. I wonder what happened next? Did everyone stop to listen to Garrison Keillor and the story of the All-U-Can-Eat Christian Chinese Buffet??"

Thought six was that my back hurt and thought seven was wondering if there was any coffee...

Sunday, April 13, 2008 11:55:00 AM

 
Blogger Cap'n Ergo "XL+II" Jinglebollocks said...

Oh, wait! Thought six came after reading Sky Dad's comment and was Levon wears his war wound like a crown/he calls his child Jesus/'cuz he likes the name/and he sends him to the finest school in town..."

Sunday, April 13, 2008 11:58:00 AM

 
Blogger deadspot said...

So you had a weekend of steamy stripping with E?

How did you find time for remodeling?

Monday, April 14, 2008 9:20:00 AM

 
Blogger Coaster Punchman said...

I hope George doesn't give you the same look he gave me the other day. It was creepy. Truly "Night of the Living Dead."

Tuesday, April 15, 2008 2:38:00 AM

 
Blogger Jenny Jenny Flannery said...

SD: I'm just doing my part.

Some Guy: It was a good choice. And when Elk Jerky is not available, it will do in a pinch.

Cap'n: You think too much.

Deadspot: har, har, har...

CP: Honestly, get him a job peeling wallpaper; it will cure the itch to peel, let me tell you.

Tuesday, April 15, 2008 11:00:00 AM

 

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