When we moved into our condo community over 4 years ago we hoped to become great friends with our neighbors. This grand idea of having neighborhood block parties and $5 wine nights floated in my head. From the first week of our life in this neighborhood this idea was shot to hell. And I'm talking about the deepest depths of hell...all by one woman. Over the years we have learned to just ignore her complaints against us (some bordering harassment and discrimination) and move on with our quiet existence here. We are fairly good acquaintances with the two ladies next to us, which has made things a little easier.
About a year and a half ago a gay-couple bought a unit across from us, but never fully moved into it until 3 months ago. And from that moment they have been causing us issues. Calling in complaints for rules that don't exist (and our stupid management company sending us a violation notice for said non-existent rule) and joining the other woman in some what harassing and discriminating complaints. About a week later I noticed some violations and took some photos of them with the intent to send them in. A day later I found out through the grapevine that one of the gentlemen just passed away. So I decided not to send in the photos to be nice and not add that to the poor guy's situation.
After tonight screw that shit. Screw trying to be nice and compassionate and neighborly. That just flew way out the window and is now on it's way the icy regions of the North.
We had two friends over to watch a movie and have pizza. One of our friends parked in the space next to this gentleman's unit. We have no assigned parking in our complex. When our friend leaves we see that the guy has intentionally parked his car behind our friend's and in a fire lane. After knocking on the door to ask him to move the guy refuses, so we tell him that we will be calling 311 to have it towed. After this he moves it, but with lots of cursing, vulgar gestures and threats. When he does move the car he flicks off Carl and our friend while honking his horn at them. I immediately call our management company and leave a message with them as well as writing a very unhappy/angry email to them requesting immediate response on Monday morning.
I'm tired of this and I'm not letting it roll off of my shoulders any longer. We're standing up for ourselves! While, I know you can't pick your neighbors and most times when you move it's a crap shoot as to what kind you will get. I think we got the shit end of the stick in these.
Rant done.
Saturday, November 14, 2009
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
Long time no see!
It has been a loooooooong time since I last posted. Life has been a little crazy, but tons of fun. I believe bullet points are the best way to catch everyone up.
Wedding Front:
*Had second engagement party here in Austin. Amazing friends threw us a drive in movie themed party complete with giant blow up movie screen and fresh popped popcorn in their backyard. Tons of fun! Highly recommend the idea for a great party.
* Picked out hotel accommodations for guests. Radisson Hotel downtown. Super friendly and easy to communicate with.
* Save the dates hit the mail on Monday. Still missing half of my mom's list, but I was tired of waiting so those will go out at a later date.
* Started on invitation mock ups. I love love love them. Very time consuming though. Glad I have nearly 4 months to work on them.
* Finalized look for table scapes. My attempt at making antique mason jars was a big fat FAIL! They are now clear with blue ribbon wrapped around the top. Very clean looking. I'm much happier.
* Found supplies for favor bags. Now waiting for them to come back in-stock
Home/Personal:
* Been battling vertigo for the past week and a half. It is no fun. I did get a week at home, but still had to work. Darn remote access. Off to the doctor for the 3rd time in a week tomorrow.
* Finished our office/guest bedroom make over. It is now "my" room. A huge transformation from what it was. Pictures later.
* Sea World excursion with MIL and BIL and his fiancee. It was nice, but I don't recommend going on a Sunday with work looming the next day.
* Organized the garage. YAY!
* Joined a softball league with Carl and some of his co-workers. I suck at this, but I give it a go every week.
*Trying to set some personal and work related goals to accomplish in the coming months. I'm pretty excited by my list.
*Deciding on when going back to school will happen. Definitely within the next 3-5 years and definitely before we have kids.
Work:
* Busy, busy, busy. I work in product distribution side of retail and Thanksgiving/Christmas is looming around the corner, enough said.
* Loving my job even with all of the extra work.
* Enjoying the samples that come in that we aren't going to be carrying. Carl loves them too, since he is a big kid and I work for a game/toy company.
Wedding Front:
*Had second engagement party here in Austin. Amazing friends threw us a drive in movie themed party complete with giant blow up movie screen and fresh popped popcorn in their backyard. Tons of fun! Highly recommend the idea for a great party.
* Picked out hotel accommodations for guests. Radisson Hotel downtown. Super friendly and easy to communicate with.
* Save the dates hit the mail on Monday. Still missing half of my mom's list, but I was tired of waiting so those will go out at a later date.
* Started on invitation mock ups. I love love love them. Very time consuming though. Glad I have nearly 4 months to work on them.
* Finalized look for table scapes. My attempt at making antique mason jars was a big fat FAIL! They are now clear with blue ribbon wrapped around the top. Very clean looking. I'm much happier.
* Found supplies for favor bags. Now waiting for them to come back in-stock
Home/Personal:
* Been battling vertigo for the past week and a half. It is no fun. I did get a week at home, but still had to work. Darn remote access. Off to the doctor for the 3rd time in a week tomorrow.
* Finished our office/guest bedroom make over. It is now "my" room. A huge transformation from what it was. Pictures later.
* Sea World excursion with MIL and BIL and his fiancee. It was nice, but I don't recommend going on a Sunday with work looming the next day.
* Organized the garage. YAY!
* Joined a softball league with Carl and some of his co-workers. I suck at this, but I give it a go every week.
*Trying to set some personal and work related goals to accomplish in the coming months. I'm pretty excited by my list.
*Deciding on when going back to school will happen. Definitely within the next 3-5 years and definitely before we have kids.
Work:
* Busy, busy, busy. I work in product distribution side of retail and Thanksgiving/Christmas is looming around the corner, enough said.
* Loving my job even with all of the extra work.
* Enjoying the samples that come in that we aren't going to be carrying. Carl loves them too, since he is a big kid and I work for a game/toy company.
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