Today has been a waste

@NJChicaa (128279)
United States
October 17, 2026 3:58pm CST
Seriously. I've been awake and then asleep for a few hours over and over. I was woken up about half an hour ago by the freaking ice cream truck coming through. I have the windows all closed but the stupid song triggers me so much that I must be super sensitive to hearing it. I can still hear it. I have no idea why it is still in this complex. It isn't that big. Oh well. I guess that's what weekends are for--resting and relaxing. It is 50 degrees F and sunny here. I had to close the windows and turn on the heat. It has been warm enough that I haven't really had to turn it on but the next few days are going to to be pretty cold. My gas bill for last month was only like $35 but I won't see a number like that again until like April or May. I never got around to making the broccoli cheese soup last night so I am going to get going on that. It is easy to do and freezes well so it will be good to have on hand for work lunches or a quick dinner. I want to bake some bread tomorrow so I will get the levain going tonight. It has to proof overnight. My ex called me while I was asleep. I called him back but got voicemail. I don't know what he wanted. Who knows--maybe he will show up later. I'm not worrying about it. What's everyone else up to tonight?
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@Wrexxo (10496)
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17 Oct
Ugh, that ice cream truck song is the worst when you're trying to sleep. Your soup and bread plans sound so cozy though, especially with it getting cold. Tonight I'm just staying in and keeping it low key, hope you get some rest.
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@NJChicaa (128279)
• United States
17 Oct
I've already gotten plenty of rest today. Who knows what time I'll be up till tonight. My goal is until 10pm b/c I love seeing "Have I Got News For You" on Saturdays. So funny.
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• United Kingdom
17 Oct
The soup and homemade bread sound like a lovely way to spend a chilly evening. I hope the ice cream truck has finally moved on so she can enjoy some peace!
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• United Kingdom
17 Oct
@NJChicaa Sounds like you've got your evening planned around that programme! Some shows are worth staying up for. I hope you manage to catch it at 10.
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@crossbones27 (54198)
• Mojave, California
17 Oct
The ice cream truck is cool if there r is a line of kids, if there is not, go somewhere else. Problem no one can afford anything anymore either. Go somewhere else, we do not want to be reminded when things were affordable.
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• United Kingdom
17 Oct
That's a fair point. The music can bring back memories of simpler times, but with prices going up so much, buying a treat isn't as easy for everyone as it used to be.
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@RasmaSandra (101948)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
17 Oct
Well you do what is best for you and get all the rest you need before taking on another work week, Just my usual posting and writing onine it keeps me going.
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• United Kingdom
17 Oct
It's good that writing and sharing posts give you something enjoyable to focus on. Having something you look forward to each day can make a difference.
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@JudyEv (390593)
• Rockingham, Australia
18 Oct
Back to work tomorrow. I hope your week goes well.
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@Deepizzaguy (126343)
• Lake Charles, Louisiana
17 Oct
I am currently working on sharing news stories and completing surveys today.
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• United Kingdom
17 Oct
You've certainly kept yourself occupied today! Do you enjoy doing surveys, or is sharing the news stories the part you find most interesting?
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@Deepizzaguy (126343)
• Lake Charles, Louisiana
18 Oct
@septabchips I enjoy completing surveys since I can get paid quickly.
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@septabchips (2241)
• United Kingdom
17 Oct
That ice cream truck really picked the wrong time to make an appearance! At least you’ve got some homemade soup to enjoy.
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