For a long time I've been putting up with the charger for my laptop, which is twisted and nearly pulled apart. It was actually close to being in two sections when I did a Rube Goldberg job of splicing and taping it - actually it has worked splendidly for me for several months although I often have to adjust the electrical tape holding it together.
Today I was rummaging around in my spare room looking for additional items I can set out to donate tomorrow. I came across my original Apple laptop, which I ruined by spilling a full glass of something or other onto the keyboard. I took it to the Apple store and they were able to salvage most of the hard drive and copy it onto the new Macbook Pro they happily sold me. I still have the old computer. It is heavier, with a 17" display which my aged eyes would certainly appreciate. Apple corporation would be the most expensive option for trying to get it fixed, but I'm thinking of taking it to a local computer refurbisher to see what they think. I loved that computer and would give anything to have it back, but meanwhile I am using its power cord. Now I'm wondering what took me so long to find and try the old charger.
The sciatic pain continues to lessen, but when I start thinking I'm completely over it my body lets me know I'm not. I'll be sure to feel the aches and pains when I start moving donations outside for tomorrow morning's pickup. It is supposed to rain tomorrow and I just hope it holds off until mid-morning at least. I have a big tarp that I will use as a ground sheet and cover, if necessary. Some of the items will be left on the porch, so if I start the trail down by the curb and work it up to the porch, I'm sure UCP will take it all away.
Enough of staying at home - I'm going shopping. Lord how I hate to shop! I need a nice top to go with a good pair of, as yet unworn, slacks I bought a few months ago.
LATER - I'M BACK
I found a top at Marshall's white lace that will go nicely with black slacks. I feel like a ton has been lifted off me. I hate shopping!
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ReplyDeleteJim has cords stashed everywhere. And I have no idea what they are for. No harm in getting an estimate to repair the old computer. I also hate shopping so 90% of mine is done on line. And I don't do much of that either.
ReplyDeleteI have several Garmin GPS cords. They look exactly alike, but somehow you can't substitute one for another. I'm afraid to throw any kind of cord away.
ReplyDeleteMostly I buy clothes at Costco any more.
It is hard keeping track of cords, which goes with what. The plug on my HP laptop pulled out and I took it apart but couldn't find a place to plug it back in. So, that is why I had to buy a new laptop. I insist on a 17 inch screen.
ReplyDeleteI don't understand why each device has to come with its own cord, and why they shouldn't be compatible across all devices. Extension cords probably haven't changed in decades - all these companies (not just computers) are causing us to be awash in cords, and I'm sure they include the cost of a cord in the price we pay.
DeleteThe cord game, I was looking for the one for my Kindle as it starts to do wierd things once in a while and plugging it into the laptop will fix it. I can use the phone charger cord to charge the battery but what a time I had finding one to fit into the kindle that fit the laptop. I finally found it in the cord drawer. It now is in my back pack for the cameras sure to be able to find it next time..??
ReplyDeleteI'm with you I hate shopping for clothes and groceries.
It seems every electronic device I own is acting up. Are there sun spots or solar flares that are messing with our reception?
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ReplyDeleteYou do know you can hook your MacBookPro up to your TV or another larger monitor, don't you? It doesn't even have to be a Mac.
ReplyDeleteI'm afraid that is more technical than I would ever be able to do at this point.
DeleteI share your loathing of shopping. I even hate to go to the grocery and other than a dress for my daughter's wedding and underwear I haven't bought any clothing for years. I'm sure I have enough to last decades.
ReplyDeleteSomehow I usually don't mind going to the grocery, and maybe tht's because I go often - usually 3x a week - so it doesn't take a lot of time. The one exception is Costco. I love Costco and can spend a lot of time trolling the aisles. That's where most of my clothes come from these days. After sorting and organizing my clothes a few weeks ago, I realize I could go the rest of my life without needing anything else.
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ReplyDeleteGlad you were able to find a nice top. I like Marshalls they have good quality items at reasonable prices.
ReplyDeleteIt is pretty and was a good price, although I don't know how often I will wear it as it is pretty dressy.
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