Books
Now that I've got a stack of books that I'm itching to get into, all the ones that I've put on hold at the library are ready to be picked up - all at once. Time to put those "eyes in the back of my head" to work.
Time
Walked in the door from our "date" night at 11:15. Haven't been out that late in awhile. Almost expected someone to ground me for being late for curfew.
Wind
Missed my morning bike ride cause of the wind. I was afraid I'd get caught up in some great gust and end up in Kansas!
(Made me grateful for the elliptical. Fairly good workout, just not as much fun.)
Hug
One of the very best things to happen today: the very sweet hug and smile I received from our three-year-old neighbor. Warmed my very soul.
Day of Firsts
Today...
I had my first bike flat tire of the season. (Thanks, My Love, for the quick repair!)
Was the first time we used the new bike rack on the back of the car. (works great!)
Was the first time we rode our bikes on the Jordan River Parkway. (Fun ride, will be better when all the construction is finished.)
I saw the first wildlife of the season: deer, fox, and a couple of prairie dogs.
We had our first (and perhaps the last) burger of the day at Five Guys. Love them.
Hot Chocolate
Sometimes you just have to have a cup of triple-thick hot chocolate. Gives you indigestion, a sugar high, and 25 extra pounds, but you just gotta have it!
Acolyte
Looked this word up in the dictionary (second definition) to see if I was using it right. Yup, I was. Still won't be one.
Today I....
Was surprised to learn that meadowlarks still sing in the hail and snow.
Found myself chuckling at the lady standing at her back door (watching the birds) brushing her teeth. Never thought to do that.
Found a tender mercy in the fact I did a quick Costco run in the only real sunshine of the day.
Wondered what it takes to be important.
Decided that yellow makes me happy.
Miles
Managed to go 15.99 miles on my bike ride this morning. Loved that it was a bit warmer, even removed the gloves and earwarmers. Heard the meadowlarks again. Watched the sun rise. Didn't fall down. Successful ride.
Just a Couple Thoughts
1. Feeling only mild guilt over skipping out on R. S. today.
2. Feeling creaky: what with the yard work and helping the guys with the solar stuff yesterday, both The Hubby and I are moving a mite slower than usual.
3. (ok, that's one more than a couple) and now I forgot. Sigh....
Today was a day of Highs and Lows
Low: Having to pull down all the solar panels and replace the maximizer units on the back of each one. (24 panels/35 lbs. apiece/steeply pitched roof.)
High: Having our son to help us - Thanks Son!
High: Getting all panels down, maximizers swapped, and all panels back up in one day. WOW! Nothing broken - pieces, parts, bones, clothes. All good.
Low: Finishing the last panel, trying to plug in the units to the power line and finding they've changed the connectors. Sigh....not only disappointing, but a let-down besides.
High: Not having to fix any meals today.
Low: Leaving our dirty work clothes in the laundry room and getting caught in our undies on our way to the shower. Sorry, Daughter.
High: The huge sense of satisfaction getting it all done. Thanks My Love - You're still the Best!
New Look
I'm loving the new header on my blog. Thanks to my friend for her talent/expertise! I'm hoping that it will inspire me to be more creative in my thoughts (postings). I guess that means I must hold onto those brain cells that are anxious to "desert the sinking ship." Have to figure a way to do that.
Early Morning Bike Ride
Came upon a meadowlark this morning. What simple joy it must be to perch on a bush and warble out your sweet melody without regard for any listeners. If only I could warble, I might be tempted to try it - it could be fun.
Did 14.86 miles this morning. I (still) think I can...I think I can....
Shopping
Two trips to Costco in an afternoon, spent nearly our life savings and still forgot the pecans!
Smile
Absolutely love this song - ended my walk with this one playing on the iPod. Made me step happy.
Weather
Riding along on my bike this afternoon I swear I could hear all the plants (trees, grass, bushes, bulbs peeking through) saying "yippee, yippee, yippee: the sun is shining!!"
Shortbread
Tonight I'm wishing I didn't like that homemade shortbread so well. Couldn't decide between the plain or chocolate frosted so I ate them both: again and again. Indigestion reigns.
Crown
I'm in mourning today for the filling I've had in my tooth for pret' near 30 years. It will go to the filling burial grounds on Friday at which time I'll be in process of crowning that tooth. I guess that makes me royalty.
More
Heard something I like this evening: "I'm so much more than attitude". Tried to apply that to me - figured it wouldn't fly. How about "I'm so much more than worry?" Somehow doesn't have the right ring to it. Have to think on this one.
Meddling
8:30 a.m. and I've already unintentionally meddled and embarrassed myself. At least her clothes will be super-clean.
Hope this isn't a harbinger of what the day will bring. Seriously thinking about going back to bed until Sunday.
Friday
Snowy friday made for a good day to stay at home. (The Samoa Girl Scout Cookies didn't hurt anything, either!)
Appointment
Feeling the loss of a few brain cells today: Presented ourselves at our friendly accountant's office for our tax preparation appointment only to find out it was yesterday.
Sigh.....
Leave Them Laughing
Bought a plant at Cactus and Tropicals today. Mentioned that it was a gift for someone and if it died it was on her. And that I worried that when I got to heaven I was going to be held accountable for all the plants I've killed here; didn't want to add to the number.
He was still laughing when I left the store.
Mileage
This morning's ride: 11 1/2 miles - no matter which direction I was riding, it was into the wind.
Talk It Over
IMHO "The Silent Treatment " is never, never, never effective at communicating anything other than one's own displeasure.
The only thing it accomplishes is to demonstrate selfishness, manipulation, control, emotional abuse and immaturity.
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