Yard Work

I was on a mission yesterday, which almost turned into a disaster. I knew it was going to rain today so I wanted to mow the lawn and fertilize the day before. I put the lawn mower together in the garage and followed the directions. Had no idea how to attach the bag, but my Dad said leaving the grass cuttings outside acted as fertilizer. Next step, adding the gas and oil. I followed the directions like a good girl. I was instructed to pour the gas into the tank and leave 1/2 inch remaining at the top. Step 2, add oil and empty the entire contents of the bottle. Hmmm, there wasn't enough room. Oh well, I'll poured the amount that fit in. As I'm pouring I then realize there is a cap on the other side of the mower that says 'Oil.'
SHIT.
I call my Mother panicked and she says the lawn mower is most likely ruined and to call my Dad. He tells me to empty all the oil/gas into a coffee pot or any container and go buy more oil and fill it up the correct way. I felt like such an idiot! I went to Lowe's and an employee there told me everyone has done this, it was not a blonde moment. Right, I'm sure he was just saying that to make me feel better.
I got back to the house and filled up the gas tank and oil tank correctly. After 10 attempts at starting the engine, and 10 gassy explosions, it started. Phew! I mowed the lawn and felt pretty proud of myself. After the gas smell went away I got to enjoy the cut grass/onion smell. Love it.
I fertilized the yard and killed some more weeds too. Thankfully when Fraser got home I was all smiles and told him the story.
Mid afternoon I thought the day was going to be a disaster but thankfully I saved myself and the lawn mower and this did not happen!