Weekend catchup

Greetings!

It’s been quite a weekend full of fun and money spent. All in all, I enjoyed myself and the break from work, shame it’s not a longer break but I’m so close to vacation that I can taste it.

Friday by dumb luck I found a couple of gay porn blogs that show photos from studios that I can save. I used to do this with Banana Guide before they went out of business. I use the photos as my wallpaper on my main computer and have it set to a slide show so I never know what photo is going to pop up next. It’s amazing how more often than not I will get two photos that have the same guy in them but from different scenes or studios. In addition to that I found a porn tube site that I was able to download a lot of both OF and Studio porn from for free. I’ve got more porn that I have time to watch it but hey some day there will probably be a porn drought and if/when that occurs, I will be prepared.

My friends confirmed the time were getting together on my birthday and we worked out the details about transportation. The place we are eating at is closer to me than them. They wanted to know if I wanted to drive to their place and then we could all arrive at once. They are older and riding with them your kind of taking a bigger risk. Their vehicle is seriously old and they are comfortable with a touch of AC so I’d be sweating to death. They also always run seriously behind by anywhere from 5 to 20 minutes. I’m positive that I will arrive first and be waiting on them. Honestly it would make more sense if they drove to my place and then I drove. They don’t like riding with me; my driving scares them. My reflexes are better than theirs and I do drive a bit faster. At any rate I am so looking forward to getting together with them. I’ve wanted them to try this place for a while now and thought that this would be the perfect occasion. Here’s hoping that things go well when the day comes to meet up. This will not be an inexpensive meal but it will be worth every penny.

Saturday, I lounged around for a while. I had some breakfast and Rudy let me sleep in an extra hour. I took some extra medicine and man it worked like a charm for the most part. I was really surprised that Rudy permitted me to sleep in. He did his normal wake up call but I just told him 5 more minutes or not now. He waited patiently but once I woke up, he just wanted to snuggle. That’s unusual but I let him and we had a nice time for a few minutes. That is until my bladder called and I had to get up. At lunch time I gave up on watching TV and loafing. I moved to start gathering porn photos. After a couple hours of that I was bushed and needed a nap.

I went to bed and turned on a podcast and closed my eyes. Rudy was laying next to me and I was out like a light. 30 minutes later I woke up and that’s when I opted to get a shower and get moving.

I drove to the buffet. Something about this felt so very right. It was an enjoyable trip and I only took 2 wrong turns which GPS was quick to correct me. The place was packed, more so than I have ever seen it. The food on the buffet was delicious. I got a bunch of fried chicken all legs (my favorite), some BBQ pork, Mashed potatoes (they tasted funny) and some corn. I made a few trips and then just opted to call it quits. I had my eye on the board for dessert. Chocolate Cake was calling my name but I just paid my bill and got on my way. People were still pouring in as I left.

I got great gas mileage for driving an SUV, 30 MPG. Each time I get some exceptional mileage I document it by taking a photo so I have proof. Honestly the longer drives are better and they produce the best MPG’s. The drive got the car dirty.

I was supposed to visit the pet store to get a cat teaser but despite wanting to go both Saturday and Sunday, I never made it. Saturday, I said I’ll go tomorrow. Sunday well I was too worn out.

On the way home I grabbed the mail which had my car insurance bill and also my escrow reconciliation statement for my mortgage. Car insurance went down but the mortgage payment is going up. Paid bills when I got home and of course surfed for porn.

Turned in around normal time as I carried the laundry upstairs. Mora was glued to her chair in the basement and didn’t move. Rudy kept me company once I got upstairs and we put the laundry away together. Just as I was finished Mora showed up so I closed up the basement and then went on with my routine to brush my teeth and get the dishes started.

We watched TV and I got to bed at a decent hour.

Sunday, made it for breakfast and things are back to normal. Got my normal waitress. The college kid they have helping out also came back and I saw him this morning. He’s so cute I really want to make a move but am afraid of not only getting turned down but embarrassment to the point that I wouldn’t want to go back there, so I just keep eyeing him up and not saying anything.

Made a Target run and I was a little upset that I had to check myself out. I didn’t’ get anything much just some cat treats and soda. I walked the store though for the exercise. I also park far away for the same benefit.

Next stop the grocery store. Found some Churro Donuts and let me tell you they are good. Got a classic in store for a meal this week. Creamed Chipped Beef. I used to get this as a kid. Have it on toast, it is really good. Once again, I forgot to pick up a frozen pizza to keep on hand.

Next stop the home improvement store. Yeah, so those weeds I talked about last week, Roundup did nothing for them or anything else that I sprayed with it. I bought a battery-operated weed trimmer that was on sale. With tax it was $170. I kind of feel like deducting that from the next bill I get for grass mowing. However, I won’t. I fought a little bit to get it assembled. The cats were both quite interested in what new thing I brought home. Charged up the battery which didn’t take but an hour. It had some charge on it already.

Found that Rudy got sick while I was away so yet another mess to clean up. Today wasn’t exactly my day.

After trying to take a nap and failing I got up and went weed trimming. It’s a nice tool but I cussed the entire time. I only trimmed them because they were seriously tall and had been forgotten for several weeks. My fear was trouble with the city and having had that happen once already I just didn’t want to leave it to chance and hope that come Tuesday the lawn people would do their job correctly. Now the job is done, my allergies flared up. Worst of all I got the shakes, which is why I stopped maintaining my lawn myself. Holding the trimmer for some reason stresses out my upper back muscles and then it takes a full night of sleep before things calm down. I fought to drink a soda and eat a donut when I came back in. I looked like I was having a seizure but I didn’t spill or drop anything. Try eating out and having that happen it’s embarrassing and people stare as if I am putting on a show.

I rested for a little bit but then quickly got back to work with the carpet cleaner and getting Rudy’s mess cleaned up, that only made my shakes worse. After knocking that task out I cleaned the kitchen sink and then cleaned the cats water fountain. Finally did some light house cleaning and elected not to vacuum this week.

Made it to the basement to enter the money I spent and cuss some more about the weed trimmer I bought. Then went porn surfing. Mora came down and I had to give her plenty of attention. She jumps up in my lap, then I pick her up and flip her on her back. I rub her belly and she makes biscuits in the air and spreads her front claws really wide. I’d love to capture a picture of that but it would take another person to be here. She purrs the entire time and just soaks it all up. Then I flip her back on her feet and she either leaves or sticks around for ear rubs. Once you start messing with either of the cats’ ears it takes forever for them to leave, they just enjoy it so much and just don’t want you to ever stop. Mora would leave for a bit, let me be and then come back to check on me and get some more attention.

I was mostly passing time until it was time to head out for supper. Something came in from work and while I wasn’t on-call I knew that it needed immediate attention so I jumped on and took care of it since I knew my mistake making co-worker who is on-call wouldn’t. If I would have let it sit then it would have been a hot potato to deal with in the morning.

I went out for BBQ and got an order to go so that I could have the same thing again at home one night during the week. I will probably not let it sit and eat it tomorrow night but we shall see. Before returning home I hit up the car wash. Wow a nice twink was working the wash and he had a fine ass on him. Shame I didn’t think of it in time to snap a photo. I was listening to Dixon Dallas who sings about gay sex and I was already super horny.

Dried off the vehicle and put the to go order in the fridge and then finally was able to shed my clothes. Watched a little TV. Surfed social media. Then opted to take a break and put together this post. It’s still early but I am ready for bed.

Not looking forward to this week. The cluster project is still going on and this is the final touches week, it’s going to be busy. Plus being on-call I am wishing I would have taken this week off. However, I am comforting myself by reminding myself that after this week I will be on vacation for a week and can relax and enjoy the week. Time off on vacation goes by way faster than if you’re working. However, I still have plenty of time left to take and there will still be 4 months left to fit that in.

Here's hoping the week isn’t nearly as bad and as much of a nightmare and cluster that I think it’s going to be. I hope your week ahead is great also. Thanks for stopping by.

That’s not Diet Soda

Sunday afternoon went on just fine.  I made it to the Mexican place, service sucked a little bit because they were slow to take my order.  When the waiter finally came over I told him everything I wanted.  He took his sweet time bringing me my Diet Soda which turned out to be regular soda.  This is the second time that has happened here.  The food was delicious as always and I did enjoy it.  They plated it a little differently which was a surprise and from the time the order gets to the kitchen to when it arrives at your table is super quick.  I didn’t drink much soda because regular soda actually makes me ill.  I can’t handle all of that sugar.  I know I could have said something but just opted not to, kind of eat and get back home. 

The trip home had a bunch of tire treads in the highway and a bunch of broken down vehicles.  They just kept coming the closer I got to home.  It was a super hot day out and I know that most people really don’t take care of their tires like they should.  I’m pretty anal about it and once a month check to make sure the pressure is set properly and I check it in the morning before doing any traveling.  That’s the best way to get an accurate measurement.  Not to say that I won’t ever blow a tire or have problems but I think that the odds are unlikely.  Tires are not cheap and having bought several over the years I learned the hard way about alignment, pressure, rotation and balancing.  It all plays a part into making sure you get the most out of your tires. 

I was back home way faster than I thought I would be.  I had passed out supper for the cats before I left because Rudy was doing his biscuit dance.  They enjoyed it.  We got to spend some time together before I gave in for treats.  I nursed on a bottle of cold water and that helped to flush the sugar out of my system. 

I woke up this morning feeling fine.  I’ve already taken a break and had a nap just because there isn’t anything going on for me at work.  I did get a call from my boss and had to check on something but otherwise I am totally free for the day.  I am keeping a watchful eye on email and if something crops up I will certainly jump in. 

It’s about lunch time and the fridge is full between what I picked up at the grocery store yesterday and the left over pizza from Saturday.  I will be eating pretty good this week.  This is the first week that I was able to find Chocolate Cake at the Grocery Store, they only had 2 pieces I am proud to say I bought them both.  I look so forward to getting some cake this week and sadly that’s not euphemism but I will enjoy it never the less. 

Time to gobble some lunch and waste away the afternoon.  Hope that your all having a good Monday. 

Pizza & Eye Candy Time

Happy weekend, hope all is well.  It’s super hot here and not a whole lot of fun to be outside unless it’s for short periods of time.  Yesterday I loafed for the morning.  I didn’t get that good of a nights sleep and kind of knew what my future would be, which is okay. 

I had fun napping a little bit but mostly awake and watching TV.  A great old movie came across my YouTube feed called The Apple Dumpling Gang Rides Again.  It’s a western movie but had some slapstick comedy with Don Knots and Tim Conway.  I’m not one for western movies at all but this one just pulled me in.  I watched half of it before I had to get going and finished it when I retired for the evening.  It was very enjoyable and I got a couple laughs. 

I ventured out for cat food.  The pet food store now seems to have an issue with the wet food hairball formula that I feed the cats, it’s not in stock.  I had issues last time as well but at least they had a few cans in a couple different variety's.  This time nope nothing at all.  I was thankful they had Duck that’s one of their favorites and it’s for Sensitive Stomachs.  Gator liked it and it took me a little bit to get these two hip to it but now when it comes out they gobble it up quickly.  Long story short I got food just not what I had planned on, so the cats won’t go hungry. 

After that I returned to the car and as soon as I sat down I felt it, my blood sugar was tanking.  That hasn’t happened to me in a long time.  It’s quite uncommon with the medicine I am on now but not out of the realm of possibilities.  I had some gum in the car show I popped a piece of that in and headed for pizza.  It was a difficult ride but I made it. 

The place was packed and it was much later on Saturday so kind of expected.  I got to see some hot guys.  I wanted to get some food fast so I asked for a small side salad.  They brought me this giant bowl of greens that was lightly dipped in Ranch dressing.  I forgot the rule not to order salad here but got my reminder.  This was horrible and I didn’t eat much of it.  My waiter used to be what I call a food runner, they just deliver food.  I got to know his name and he took okay care of me, he got swamped.  He’s a bit young but damn I wouldn’t kick him out of bed.  He’s legal enough because he serves alcohol and you have to be of legal age to do that here.  I didn’t hit on him.  I saw the blond hunk of a guy that caught my eye last time but he just came out to get a drink.  I stared at him hard and I’m sure that got some peoples attention. 

I was about half way through my meal when 3 guys walked in.  A couple of them were okay but one for sure wasn’t my type.  Anyway, one of them got up after a few minutes and grabbed his phone.  He started wondering around I knew he was looking for the bathroom.  A friend of his got up and they both went to the bathroom.  I couldn’t help but think they were filming an Only Fans scene.  I’ve never been to the bathroom at this place, I kind of steer clear of public bathrooms unless it’s a necessity.  I really wanted to walk in though thinking that I would have seen a show.  They never came back out before I left, so they were up to something.  I don’t know about you but I don’t keep my phone in my hand when I am walking into the bathroom.  I know some people like to multi-task and use the restroom and surf or even talk on the phone.  I go in for one task only and if my phone goes off it has to wait until I am out of the bathroom.  There isn’t anything that is that important, I mean we all need some alone time.

I grabbed the mail on the way home.  Spent time catching up on finances, doing laundry, passing out attention, food & treats to the cats.  Surfing for porn and resolving a computer issue.  Got the dishes going and then I turned in for the night finishing that movie I spoke about before. 

This morning was back to normal or so I thought.  My usual waitress wasn’t there.  However, I changed up my order slightly and got Blueberry French Toast & Eggs.  It was really good.  Made it to the grocery store.  I was supposed to stop at Target but just wasn’t in the mood.  Hit up the gas station on the way home and then back home to unload. 

I was surprised to see Pumpkin Spice Krispy Kreme donuts out so early.  I couldn’t pass them up and brought 6 of them home with me.  I had two of them for lunch.  Wow, once that sugar rush wears off I am going to tank.  However, I was able to clean the house and put out my meds.  Working on more laundry and just playing on the computer. 

I don’t plan to stick around in front of this machine too long considering that I will spend more time in front of it next week.  I am planning on heading out for supper getting Mexican food.  Then I will be done for the day. 

It did sprinkle a little bit yesterday when I was out but I managed to avoid any real rain.  Thus I haven’t been back to the car wash.  Might stroll through there on the way home from supper.  The car looks so much better and brighter with regular car washes.  That became apparent to me yesterday. 

Here’s hoping for a great rest of the day and to enjoying some good food.  Talk with you all again soon. 

Friday already

Hi and welcome in.  Wow, it’s Friday again!  Not sure why but it really seems like this week flew by on fast-forward.  I’m glad that it’s Friday, there is not much going on and I’ve been coasting ever since I knocked out my morning tasks.

I watched a webinar about some benefits stuff and then packed up and headed upstairs.  Watched some YouTube and wound up taking a nap. 

Rudy was extra early this morning with his wake up call, 2 hours early and there was no way I was getting up.  He followed me with anticipation to the bathroom and I told him I was going back to bed.  He joined me and stayed on top of me to make sure I didn’t disappear.  Now that would be a neat trick if I could pull it off.  I never even knew the trash truck came this morning.  My sleep wasn’t the best but I didn’t feel hung over when I woke up. 

We had lunch and I watched some more TV.  Went out to fetch the trash can and then came back to check in at work.  Still all quiet and I’m fine with that.  Moved on to surfing for porn and browsing blogs.

Having left over Potato Casserole tonight.  It was pretty good last night I didn’t do the Doritos Taco add in that I had done.  I just stuck with some Hot Sauce and a little Sour Cream. 

Were back in a heat wave here and it’s going on for a few days.  I honestly have no plans for tomorrow other than getting cat food, mail and finding something to eat.  Not sure what exactly I want but I know I won’t go hungry. 

I am heading back up after I post this.  I will keep an eye on work from my laptop and watch some TV.  Not a bad way to spend a hot Friday afternoon if you ask me. 

Have a great weekend and take care!

Interrupted connection

Good afternoon, today hasn’t gone like I thought it would.  I was up and working away in the middle of a task when poof, there goes the internet.  I fought for 15 minutes to try to get my desktop and phone to pair up so I could get back on-line.  It was no use it wasn’t happening.  I had to run upstairs and grab my laptop.  I got back on-line and finished up my task.  Then when the dust settled I went backup stairs with my laptop and phone.  I hung out in my room keeping an eye on email and watching TV. 

Eventually a note came in from the cable company telling me there was an outage in my area.  Really, do tell.  I’m not exactly sure what is going on but my connection has been far less reliable than what I am used to.  Today’s issue was blamed on a power outage.  There are no automatic bill credits given for interrupted service.  I haven’t bothered to call but they are pushing my buttons and I am about to boil over.  I know it won’t do any good to call which is why it hasn’t happened.  However, if I do call I will be asking for a lower rate.

Service was back around lunch and I came back down and finished up what I had to for the day.  I am just watching the clock and looking for something to do.  I will be heading back up soon and watching TV but not before I get the trash out. 

This week seems to have moved by extra fast, it’s hard to believe today is Thursday.  It’s the last week before school starts up in the area so I am sure lots of people are dreading next week. 

I am dreading next week because that is when the clusterfuck project is slated to start.  I got through the prep work yesterday and now it’s just a matter of sitting back and waiting for things to come together. 

On a different note I was surprised that I got a text yesterday from my Thanksgiving friends.  They want to take me out for my birthday to any place of my choosing.  Well I picked a Steakhouse that I go to in the country.  It’s good food but it’s not cheap.  They operate on reservations but if you get there when the doors open you can sit at the bar and enjoy a meal, which is usually what I do.  I’ve never been to this place with anyone else and I know that they will like it.  It’s nice adding something else to my list of things to do that week.  I know that will be a meal that I will enjoy!  I’ve also never ordered off the menu and always had something that was on special.  I’m really looking forward to this. 

Rudy started my day with an early morning wake up call.  I need to figure out how to adjust his time setting because he’s an hour early.  I don’t mind early like 10 or 15 minutes before wake up time but a whole hour, no thanks.  Let me sleep. 

My cat food supply is really short and I am struggling to provide variety for them.  I can’t get to the cat food store to re-stock soon enough but don’t plan on it until Saturday.  Rudy figured out that if I put something out he can sniff it, tell me he doesn’t like it and ask for something else.  A little persistents and I will give in.  Then he loads up and his sister moves in and does the same.  Who’s Zoomin’ Who?  I know I am being played but it doesn’t start out with me feeling like that, it’s only after the second can goes down that I realize it.  He hasn’t done it but twice but I am sure he is keeping notes and will probably pull that stunt again.  I take such good care of them I wish that I was them and they were me at times. 

Time to go spend the rest of my Thursday afternoon upstairs and get the trash out.  Take care!

Neck Fire & Fighting Cats

Morning and what a morning it is!

There was a little bit of work last night but for the most part I was left alone and got to enjoy my evening.  Had the mini burritos from the grocery store and they were really good.  Surprisingly they didn’t fill me up like they had in the past.

I find it kind of odd but last year and again this year the grocery store has been selling Christmas cookies they make year round.  There is one particular cookie I go for it looks like it’s covered in glitter and it’s so good. They limit those to 3 per box and then toss in an assortment of other cookies, all of which are made with lots of butter.  I broke into the box I got last night and had some for desert. 

The rash on my neck was bothering me more so than it has in days past.  I put some of the new ointment on it but that didn’t stop the burning or itching.  It actually seemed to make things worse.  I found an old prescription ointment that my late spouse had and put that on.  Things calmed down a little bit but were quick to fire back up.  I wanted relief since it felt like my neck was on fire.  At this point I am just throwing things at it to see what will work.  I found some spray for my feet that I remember went on ice cold.  I used it and it wasn’t that cool and I smelled like menthol.  I broke out a paper towel and soaked it with some cool water, wiped everything off.  Then repeated the process but this time instead of using cool water I used rubbing alcohol.  Back to good old refrigerated Benadryl gel.  Ah, that brought relief.  For good measure I took 1 Benadryl capsule as well along with my regular sleeping medicine.  I anticipated waking up with the hangover feeling.  However, that was way better than the hell I was going through. 

I woke up at 3a and as much as I tried to go back to sleep it just didn’t happen.  I was up and watched TV.  That summoned the cats to my room and between watching them sleep and TV I finally began to feel drowsy after an hour and half.  I finally fell back to sleep, but that didn’t last nearly as long as it should.  Around 5:30a I was woken again this time to the sound of both cats fighting.  I let them duke it out as I laid in bed yelling at them, which really did nothing.  Eventually it stopped.  Rudy came in bed with me and he was on an adrenaline rush.  There is no doubt in my mind he started the fight.  I held on to him in bed.  He tried a few times to get away from me but that just made me tense up and tighten my grip.  I wanted him to cool off and calm down.  After 10 minutes I let him go and he reverted to playing with a toy and crowing loudly.  There was no getting back to sleep for me and I know I am probably going to crash at some point this morning. 

I climbed out of bed at normal time.  Rudy didn’t get to do his dance and he was not happy about that.  However, no point in trying to wake me up when I was already awake.  The morning routine went off without a hitch.  Then I looked in the mirror as I was taking my medicine.  My neck is back to peeling.  I wiped that off with water and a paper towel.  I feel a little burning but haven’t put anything on my skin.  I am going to try to hold out and not put anything on and see what happens.  If things go back to being worse I will likely seek medical care via a virtual visit.  This started out as Barber Rash and maybe it is just in a severe form but I really want it to go away it’s been with me for far longer than I want it to be. 

Yesterday I had some time on my hands in the afternoon so I queued up the Man Candy for today.  That post is scheduled to publish towards the afternoon just in case you came here thirsty. 

Things are calm and it’s still very early here.  I am feeling the effects of the lack of sleep so I am going to try to go sneak in a nap and hopefully I won’t be bothered for a bit but I won’t hold my breath on that, no sense in turning into a smurf for nothing. 

Have a great day!

The Weekend

Greetings and welcome in. 

Saturday was a loaf or rot day for the most part.  I did get out for cat food, mail and to get some Mexican Food.  I watched TV both YouTube and an old series that I never got to finish called Flashpoint that is on Paramount Plus.  It stars David Paetku.  He’s got blond hair and blue eyes, I liked him from the moment I saw him.  Flashpoint is an old Canadian Police show about a S R U (Special Response Unit) or better known as SWAT (Special Weapons And Tactics).  Found a new comic on YT named Michael Blaustein.  He’s straight but cute and his sense of humor is awesome.  Just watch some of his crowd work compilations and you will see what I mean. 

I got some laundry done, found some new porn and the day got away from me.  I was also pretty tired as the evening wore on.  I went to bed around normal time, had no interest in porn and just watched TV. 

Sunday I had breakfast at home, something I haven’t done since I think the Pandemic ended.  It was a couple of Jimmy Dean Blueberry Pancake Sausage and Egg sandwiches minus the cheese they included.  I put some Blueberry Syrup on top and poured myself a tall glass of milk.  Delicious!  The meal was over with way too quick.  I had some time to kill before Target opened so back to TV for a bit. 

Made my way over to Target went looking for something for my neck again.  The redness continues but the itching & burning are a bit out of control.  If I resist scratching it will eventually subside but if I give in and scratch that makes things that much worse.  I’m not back to the miserable stage yet it’s just annoying.  Found something for Eczema & Dermatitis that looked appealing.  It’s nothing more than hydrocortisone in a slightly different format.  I’ve put some on and it helps a bit but doesn’t last long.  I should have probably went to a Pharmacy instead. 

Hit up the grocery store, got some fuel for the vehicle and then back home.  Unpacked, watched TV with the cats and napped.  Got up passed out lunch and had something as well.  Pill sorting time (fun) and then the phone went off.  It was work and I should have let my colleague handle it because I am not on-call but I felt compelled to jump in and as per usual I was sorry I did that.  However, the issue is resolved. 

Cleaned the house, put my laundry away and came back downstairs.  Porn surfing and catching up on emails.  Rudy was sleeping in my arms off and on for an hour as I slowly made my internet rounds and finally rebooted my system.  Mora was sleeping in a chair behind us but she woke up and went up to grab a toy and came back down crowing.  Crowing is nothing more than meowing while something is in their mouth.  There is an actual name for it but I’ve always called it Crowing.  Momma and some of her family did it.  It’s kind of cute.  I will have to round up toys before I head back up. 

Last night I saw a scene from an old porn movie with Jeff White in it.  He’s got blond hair and blue eyes so I was sold on him a long time ago.  He’s also known as Jeffrey White.  He was in a couple of Falcon Films as well as others.  I went down the Jeff White rabbit hole in surfing for porn.  I’ve seen every movie he’s ever been in, which actually isn’t a whole lot of films from what I saw online. 

Feeling a little lonely and kind of wish I had some company or could be around people just to have a casual conversation.  I know I’ve got a phone and could make calls but honestly no one calls me so why should I bother to call them, at least that is what I am thinking.  I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, I could drop dead and if it wasn’t for work checking on me I would lay here for months on end. 

Just about supper time.  I am going to fetch some KFC that’s a meal that I will be able to enjoy for a couple days.  I couldn’t really decide where to go and honestly I would rather go someplace and dine in just to have some away time from the house as well as the cats.  However, KFC came to mind and the saying winner, winner chicken dinner sounds so good!

I will be on-call starting tomorrow and this week is going to be busy.  I couldn’t believe it but I forgot a 1st of the month task on Friday.  No wonder I had so much time on my hands.  It’s on my calendar for tomorrow and juggling that plus another project and being on-call I expect will keep me fairly busy.  Perhaps I will be surprised and things will be calm but it’s been anything but that for the on-call person this past week so my hopes aren’t high for boredom.  I fully expect to be glued to my computer way more than I want to be. 

Hope all is well in your world and that your weekend has been fun and enjoyable.  I’m off to KFC.  Talk with you again, soon hopefully.  Take care! 

Amazed @ myself

Morning world!

We are at the half way point in the week.  I do believe unless something changes that this will be my last non-busy day of the week.  My afternoons have picked up a bit but the last few mornings have been calm and quiet, something I could easily get used to. 

Speaking of work, not sure why but lately when I join a Zoom meeting from my laptop it picks up my microphone and camera.  That never used to happen.  I don’t mind the microphone for audio but kind of prefer the phone.  As for the camera I’m no fan of it at all.  I keep it turned off even when everyone in the meeting has theirs turned on.  You can easily tell who’s in the office and who’s working from home, even if there background is blurred. 

I had two back to back meetings yesterday before my day ended.  The last one I was the hero in making something work on the fly.  I am quite amazed at myself and how quickly my brain worked to figure things out.  It made a huge impression.  I’m still amazed by it all.  I always tell the cats that daddy knows how to do his job and that’s no lie.  I also celebrated 11 years at this same work place this past Sunday.  The day wasn’t marked on my calendar as it normally has been.  I could tell by my photo memories that I was close.  I looked it up yesterday and found the exact date.  The longest I have ever worked at one place.  Here’s hoping for many more years, more money and less BS at the same place.  Hey 2 out of 3 isn’t bad but all 3 would be even better!

I watched that scene from Corbin Fisher I spoke of a few days ago last night.  Also managed to squeeze in part of a new Himeros scene between Grant Ducati and Christiano.  It felt good after several days to finally experience release!

This should also be our last super hot and humid day as a cold front is moving in and tomorrow temperatures through the weekend should be cooler. 

Supper last night was half of a Store made Beef Burrito.  It was pretty good and I polished off the quart of ice cream I had been working on.  I am having the other half of the Burrito tonight.  Desert will probably be ice cream but I might switch that up. 

As for the agenda today there are 2 meetings on my schedule.  I might miss one of them but the other one I have to attend.  There is so much going on at work and I honestly don’t look forward to my turn next week at being back on-call.  However, I am sure enjoying my time this week.  Able to spend time with the cats, get in a nap and just goof off a bit.  No play and all work is dull & boring. 

Hope that your having a great day and all is well.  Stay hydrated!

Rain Dance

Morning!

Yesterday I made it for BBQ, turns out the waitress got my order wrong.  I got a smaller portion of what I ordered.  I thought something was wrong but once the bill came that confirmed it.  I was satisfied and wondered why I wasn’t nearly as full as I normally am.  She offered to fix it but I said nah, it’s okay.  I also got a much lower bill so why complain.  I thought about getting some to go but didn’t. 

Over the weekend I had to oil the fan in the freezer, it was growling.  It scares that cats sometimes but mostly is just an annoying.  I found a bunch of things that I need to eat and some I need to throw out.  I didn’t need to go down the frozen food isle at the store so I plan to remedy that this week.  I’ve been on the lookout for a Slice of Chocolate cake at the store but all they seem to have is white cake.  Glad I have one in the freezer.  I don’t want to pull it out and eat it just yet. 

On my way home from the BBQ place I noticed that there was some junk on my windshield so I opted to go through the car wash.  No cute guys to look at.  I came home afterwards and dried things off.  Then went inside. 

About a half hour later it started to thunder it woke both cats up as it continued.  They looked all around I told them it was just thunder.  About fifteen minutes later it started pouring.  Looks like going through the car wash was the rain dance.  I’d love for it to not rain after I went through the car wash.  The good news is that the car is fine and still clean because it’s in the garage.  As it stands right now it won’t see the road again until Saturday. 

Watched a movie I’d seen before but at first glance it looked like something new.  It was called The Man and was on Starz.  It had Samuel L. Jackson and Eugene Levy in it.  Once it started playing I realized oh yeah I’ve seen this before.  I still finished it because it was just that good.  Both actors are favorites of mine and they both entertain as well as make me laugh. 

Went to watch some porn but had some technical difficulties, they were quick to remedy but once I did that I was out of the mood.  At first I thought the slight power blip we had took down my pc or that when I rebooted earlier in the day a service didn’t start but that wasn’t the case, it was a change I made earlier in the day.  Sometimes I’m my own worst enemy. 

Due to my morning nap I had problems falling asleep last night but eventually it happened.  Then I had nightmares.  Rudy came to my rescue but it was only 5a and there was no way I was getting up, not even for my full bladder.  I rolled over and went back to sleep for a short period of time tossing and turning.  Rudy came to curl up with me and wait me out until I gave in.  When it was time to get up he made a quick b-line to the kitchen. 

It’s very, very slow here on Monday.  I’ve got a meeting to attend in a bit and then another one later in the afternoon.  After the workout on Friday I am kind of glad that it’s slow.  I’ve been able to be away from the computer and I even got a nap in.  I really didn’t want to take a nap but got bored watching TV and it naturally happened.  Then the phone kept waking me up as email after email started to filter in.  I finally said enough and came back down.  I hope this slow theme is the theme for the week, if so it will almost be like being on vacation.  However, I’m not holding my breath I know eventually work will come in. 

Take care and thanks for stopping by.

Happy Sunday!

I woke up early again this morning and was able to go back to sleep for a bit. Got up a little after my normal time. Rudy made sure of that. I passed out breakfast for the cats and both of them were ready and waiting. That is a rare thing but I like to see it. Normally Rudy eats first and then Mora moves in for her turn. As long as they are both eating it makes me happy. I remember all too well what it's like to watch a cat look at food and then just walk away, it's heart breaking.

Anyway, I got ready and headed out for breakfast. I went to a place that I used to frequent. A lot has changed there. One of my all-time favorite dishes that was a special finally made it to the menu to stay. It's a breakfast pizza made with Garlic naan bread, scrambled eggs, potatoes and cheese. They used to serve it with a side of gravy in case you wanted extra and some spicy ranch. The sauces were there but they changed spicy ranch to angry ranch. I tried it and man it was just too hot for me. I used to gulp that stuff down like it was going out of style but not today. I had a good time and really enjoyed my meal.

Off to the grocery store afterwards and that was a quick stop. I think it was 15 minutes and I managed to cover the store, pay and back to the car. I opted not to go for a car wash it had rained earlier this morning and honestly the car looks fine. I also elected to not stop for gas. I have more than enough to make it several hundred miles and that will cover me, no sense in topping off the tank.

Back home to unload and get everything put away. Got out of my clothes and into my recliner to watch YouTube videos. Found some car repair videos that looked interesting. One a lady's daughter took her car to a friend to try to save money and it wound up being way more expensive. The friend didn't know what he was doing and drained the transmission fluid instead of the oil and tried to put oil back in the transmission. Never bothered to change the oil filter. Knew enough to tell her not to start the car, to have it towed to a shop. That's where the camera caught it. Lucky break they changed the oil. Filled and flushed the transmission twice and all was well. That's the second oil change horror story of the week. My boss went to a quick lube place this week, they put on the wrong size filter, mind you that the manager took care of his car. On his way home the oil exploded in the engine cabin and went he got home and turned the car off the rest of the oil drained on his driveway. He took it back since it was super close to home, not sure how he made it there with so little oil in the car. They made it right and he walked home to clean up his driveway. Moral of the story stay away from quick lube places or friends who don't know what they are doing. I've had issues with quick lube places before and I just simply won't go there it's not worth the risk or the money. If you have had better luck and love them, great glad it works for you.

Got my cuddle time in with both cats and wound up taking a nap. Rudy curled up next to me and purred away while he drifted off to sleep, that was enough to make me drowsy just watching him sleep.

After nap time I got lunch for us. Mine was two White Chocolate Macadamia Nut cookies and a Sprite Zero. Not exactly what you would envision for lunch but it was good. Worked on putting my meds out and then cleaning the house. Got more laundry tossed in and waiting to move it over to the dryer. Need to bring the vacuum down here and that won't make Mora happy, she's napping in the chair behind me right now. If I leave the door to the basement open, she usually is pretty close to me. She has to have attention and nags me a lot but I try to get that out of the way from the start so I can have some peace to surf, pay bills, etc.

Regarding my neck, last night I found that antibiotic gel from a couple months ago. There isn't a whole lot left. However, I put some on and wow it seemed to really help. I woke up this morning and my neck was fine but my face was itching. I haven't shaved yet so that explains that. I put another dose on this morning. I plan to use up all of this stuff that I have left in the hopes that I wipe out whatever this is. I suspect it's Barbers Rash or Barbers Itch aka Folliculitis barbae. That's what the gel was prescribed for. However, my neck has never peeled before unless I had a sunburn. I still have some red bumps more rash type looking stuff and redness to my skin. I've been fighting to get rid of this for months and it's bothered me for over a year. All of this started with a neck shave not done by my usual barber. I'm pretty certain I will wind up in a dermatologists' office if this continues. If I can at least quell the worst of it with what little gel I have left and stop the skin peeling I'll be slightly happy.

Speaking of last night I watched scene #2 from Falcon (Men at Play) To the Nines with Grant Ducati and John Brachalli. I am a huge Grant Ducati fan. He looks good and makes some of the greatest faces to express himself. I wasn't really about the clothes ripping but it was kind of a hot scene. He's got one more scene in the movie and it's a group scene, I am eager to watch it.

That's pretty much it. Just waiting until it's time to go back out for supper. The relaxation theme continues but it will all be over with way too soon. Hope you have a great day. Talk with you all again soon!

Early Morning Phone Call

Hey we made it to another Friday!  Did you ever get an early morning phone call?  That’s how my day started.  I had finished breakfast and was in the bathroom applying moisturizer to my neck and my phone started ringing.  It was a little after 7a.  My first thought was who in the world could this be.  My second thought was this probably isn’t good news.  I made my way to the bedroom where my phone was and answered it with greasy fingers.  It was only the trash company aka waste provider telling me that recycling was delayed due to unforeseen circumstances.  That doesn’t affect me because I am not a recycler.  All of my waste/trash goes in to the same bin regardless of what it is. 

I thought that would be the end of it and I got dressed and got in front of the computer to start my day.  I got 3 more phone calls in a short time telling me the same damn thing all from a robo dialer.  One of the calls was for a different address in the subdivision but our house numbers matched.  Thankfully that was the end of it and I haven’t heard anything further and hope that I don’t.  All I care about is the trash pickup and they came at 6a and did their job of waking me up early. 

I knocked out my morning tasks and did some prep work for other work later in the day.  I got to a happy spot where nothing was going on so I went upstairs.  Got comfy in my chair with both cats in my lap, were all cozy.  Then the phone rings again and this time it was work.  Calling because of a problem, it was something my mistake making colleague setup and honestly this time he didn’t do anything wrong.  I wound up coming back down and troubleshooting it.  Then I called him and told him about it and what I found.  By that time another team had punted the issue back to us.  My colleague took it and that’s the last I heard about it.  I kind of want to know how the issue turned out. 

By then I had to kill about 30 minutes and it was time to go back to work, so I just stayed in front of the computer.  Worked away for a while longer and then went up when it was Rudy’s lunchtime.  He was drowsy and not interested in food, so I just proceeded to my bedroom and we all reconvened in my recliner.  That’s when the cats decided to start a fight and I yelled to break it up and got clawed in the leg when they jumped out of my lap. 

Back to watching TV and relaxing.  Eventually they both came back and we all wound up taking a nice but too short of a nap.  The phone woke me up but this time it was an email alert.  I saw it was nothing and tried to go back to sleep but then another alert came in and another.  That’s when I just gave up.  It was normal lunch time so I told the cats it was time to get up for food. 

Passed out their lunch and ate mine.  Then watched more TV and moved to the couch.  The cats settled down next to me for naps.  I saw I had over extended my lunch period and decided to go out to fetch the trash bin.  It is hot out but didn’t feel all that bad.  I suppose if I would have stayed out there for a while I might have felt differently.  Came back in and here I am.  I checked on work and nothing is brewing so I have a few hours to pass before it will be time to go back to work. 

The real work starts around 5p and that should keep me occupied for a bit.  Then I have more at 6p and should hopefully be done for the day by 6:30p at the latest, that’s provided everything goes smoothly and I don’t get sidetracked.  Kind of an extra long day but I knew it was coming. 

There is absolutely nothing on You Tube today everything I have watched has been junk and somethings I just gave up on mid way through and decided to take my chances to find something else. 

I’ve already visited all of my regular sites, got my smut for the day, checked my email and paid a bill.  Now it’s back to finding something to do until it’s time to go back to work again or until work calls because of an issue.  Hoping that it’s a great weekend for all of us.  Relax, unwind, have some fun, eat some good food and do what you want.  Monday will be calling way too soon. 

Thanks for stopping by, talk with you all again soon!

Superman

Hi and welcome in.  It’s been a busy few days all work related.  My 3 day work week felt more like 5 days.  The co-worker I complain most often about tried to get me to do his job for him but I pushed back.  We were on a project and I had done my half.  He thought we could split his half of the project but that wouldn’t be fair to me and in times past I have always done the bulk of the work.  Not this time!

I am not looking forward to next week because I will be on-call but we did manage to get this project out of the way so I think or hope that that worst is behind me. 

As you might guess by the title of the post today I went to see Superman.  It was in 3D and that was nice.  I got in a few minutes late but the movie hadn’t started yet however the house lights were down so it was dark.  I managed to find my seat with no problem.  I’m not a Superman fan and the cast I referred to was just Skyler Gisondo who played Jimmy Olsen.  The movie however was interesting and I had a good time and feel like I got my monies worth, as if that’s possible.  I recommend the movie if you like Superman or just want to see a new movie.  

Afterwards it was much later than I had anticipated.  I went back to the nearby restaurant where a while back I asked a hot good looking waiter out only to find out that he was straight.  Well, he wasn’t there or if he was our paths didn’t cross.  I had a Ruben with fries.  It wasn’t exactly what I wanted but I needed to have something different and that did it.  It was an okay meal and I had a nice drive home.  Unlike on my way down where I was speeding and seemed to get behind all the slow pokes, isn’t that the way it always is when your in a hurry?

I wanted to make a couple more stops on the way home but I needed to go to the bathroom and just headed for home.  I can make those other stops tomorrow.  It was a better safe than sorry move.  Plus I knew it was past meal and treat time for the cats so they would be hungry as well as pleased to see me.  It was the right move to make. 

That cell phone case I spoke of in my last post, I wound up returning it because the metal was impeding the signal of the phone.  I loved how it looked and the fact it was a full body case but just didn’t like it messing with the signal.  I got 2 Felony cases that I have had my eyes on.  Granted they are only silicone covers, something is better than nothing.  I’m glad that I got them but still kind of want a full body case.  I put a screen protector back on the phone.  I’ve always had a screen cover and while I am super careful with my phone it’s another move made out of caution.  I can afford to replace the phone if something happens but I would much rather hang on to my money than buy a replacement device. 

Saw the new Madea movie on Netflix last night.  It’s pretty good but I didn’t laugh like I have at past Madea movies.  That too is a decent movie if your looking to watch a new movie at home or on the go and have Netflix. 

Considering that I slept in and napped as well I am not super eager to go to bed despite the clock continuing to tick closer and closer to normal shutdown time.  Mora is with me and snoring in the chair behind me.  I hope it’s a good dream she is having. 

Well on to see what kind of trouble I can find and then eventually back to bed.  I hope that your doing well and staying hydrated.  Summer sure is nice but I could do with a bit less humidity.  I am going to get the car washed tomorrow and I am sure that means it’s going to rain again, it’s like a sure fire guarantee. 

Take care!

2nd Time not as good

Happy Weekend, hope all is well. 

Friday I made it to my friends house, the gathering was super small me and their neighbor (who’s a little crazy).  Oddly enough both the neighbor and I are both widowers.  We had burgers, potato salad, baked beans, and corn on the cob.  A few hours later Ice Cream with Chocolate and Carmel sauces.  It was a decent meal.  The burger tasted strange. 

More than anything I enjoyed the company and being able to chat.  Originally when I walked in the door they were watching TV and she was interested in some murder mystery series.  I didn’t want to stick around for that and tried to leave but then conversation started as their neighbor left.  I soon found out that I wasn’t the only one who felt he is a little strange. 

They were planning on going out to dinner on Saturday and made the mistake of mentioning it to their neighbor, he invited himself along, told them where they were going to go and said he was paying the bill.  I asked them what time dinner was so that I wouldn’t miss it.  They both said we wish it was you instead of him we were going with. 

I got home just before dark and all of the fireworks started.  This year the cats were not happy with the noise.  Previous years it hasn’t bothered them but I suppose things change with time and age.  It was super noisy and someone put on a nice commercial type show at the end of the street, which you could see from the living room window.  I glanced out for a second and then went back to getting ready for bed. 

Saturday I made it to the buffet and despite them having dinner out they charged me the lunch price again.  I was so pleased about that because this time it was crap for food.  I ate mostly fried chicken, had one small piece of fish.  Lots of mashed potatoes that oddly enough tasted like they came from KFC, they were so good.  I saw something in the desert case and asked about it.  It was Hot Fudge Peanut Butter Pie.  I ordered a piece, wow that was the best part of the whole meal.  I left full not quite as satisfied as I was the last time.  They had pork but it was grilled I was counting on BBQ. 

I missed one of the turns in getting there so I had to go down a small one lane road and a car was coming from the opposite direction.  It was a tense moment but between the two of us we made sure that we got by each other tight as it was.  That little mistake ruined my clean car.  I looked like I went mudding or hit a puddle but it was all dust. 

Made it back home, late for the cats supper but they got fed and had some treats. 

Today (Sunday) I woke up early and headed out as per usual.  Paid for two older ladies breakfast as a good deed.  I haven’t bought anyone else’s meal in a long time.  That felt so good and when I made the announcement to them it went over rather well. 

Drove to the car wash and rather than spend another $25 for a wash I opted to join the club so I paid $40 and now I can wash my car during the month as many times as I want.  It’s recurring so the 6th of every month they will debit my card.  I can cancel anytime there is no long term contract.  There was a nice guy working the wash and he had a good looking ass.  He smiled at me but never caught me peeking.  Not sure if that was his normal smile or if he wanted to get it on.  I almost drove back through but opted to just keep on going.  My information pops up on a screen so if he’s interested he can always call me, but I’m not holding my breath. 

Made it to Target for more cat treats and a few other items.  Then on to the grocery store.  I really wanted to get started surfing the net but by the time I got home I saw the cats made a couple messes for me and I just wanted to relax and enjoy the morning like I normally do.  We (the cats and I) all took a nap in my recliner.  They were in between my legs and while it sounds uncomfortable it wasn’t bad. 

I got up after nap time, fed them lunch, cleaned up their messes, set out my pills and munched on a snack.  Finally made my way to the basement.  I had planned on joining a website for some new content with one of my favorite porn stars (Sam Bridle) that just dropped.  However, I talked myself out of it for the second time.  It’s not a question of money but rather something I want and really don’t need. 

Speaking of needs it’s about time to get up and swap loads of laundry, head out for supper and some cat food.  Thinking maybe of taking in a movie later kind of depends on how I feel. 

Tomorrow is car maintenance and lunch with my friend, that won’t be a super cheap day.  Other than that I don’t have any real plans for tomorrow or Tuesday.  Just relax and take it easy, probably go back to the car wash just for fun. 

I hope that your staying cool.  Hang in there the weekend will come around again soon!  Shame we have to wait until September for the next holiday in the US, that’s when I will be on vacation again.  Something to look forward to.  Take care!

Average Sunday

Hey there, welcome in!  Last night I took 1/2 of a muscle relaxer and I did it early so that the drowsiness would hopefully hit me early.  I laid on the heating pad and searched for something to watch.  Oddly enough I watched The Day The Earth Blew Up.  It’s a new cartoon movie with Donald Duck and Porky Pig.  Not something I’d normally watch but it was on HBO and it caught my eye.  I scrolled social media a little bit but mostly paid attention to the movie and the cats. 

When that was done I turned the heating pad off and brushed my teeth.  I wasn’t feeling super drowsy so I took my sleeping pill.  Then back to TV and about a half hour later I was ready for bed.  I climbed in and off to dream land I went. 

Strange dreams are an unpleasant side effect of the muscle relaxer and I had a few.  Woke up around 5a and used the restroom.  Rudy thought it was breakfast time but I assured him I was going back to bed.  I woke up around 6:30a and told my Amazon Echo to set an alarm.  Rudy sprung to live when he heard my voice, certain that it was time to get up and he tried to rouse me but I told him nope I need a bit more sleep.  He let me be and I realized that if I didn’t force myself that I would easily lay there for hours and when I did get up I’d be mad because the morning or most of it would have slipped by. 

A short time later I got out of bed and passed out breakfast for the cats.  Then got ready and headed out the door for breakfast.  Not before I told Echo to cancel the alarm.  I’ve forgotten it before but always been home when that happened.  I’d hate to leave and have it go off, the cats would be bothered for sure. 

Had my usual Strawberry French Toast and Eggs.  I threw in an order of sausage links.  Not sure why but the links cool off way too fast, faster than the eggs.  It was good and it helped me wake up a bit more. 

Hit up the grocery store and found a very interesting item.  French Toast Fritters.  I couldn’t pass them up.  I’ve already had one and they are pretty good.  Warm one of those up and I think it would be quite delicious.  I got them as something to enjoy with breakfast but I know there will be a serious sugar crash. 

I am working on finishing up laundry.  Passing time until I go out for supper.  I was all set to visit a local pizza place but Mexican actually sounds more appealing to me so that is what is what I will be eating.  It means a little longer drive but that’s okay. 

Talk with you all again soon.  Be well. 

Ok Sunday

Morning and welcome in. 

Sunday was an okay day, still very hot outside.  I woke up early and took care of morning tasks.  Came home and lounged/napped with the cats.  Then got up and tackled the rest of the day.

I found the Cannoli Chips & Dip at the store, tried it last night it’s pretty good. Doesn’t taste anything like any Cannoli I have ever had but still it’s good. 

Went to the pizza place known to have the hot guys on staff, but I only saw one or two walking around for a quick second.  Still I changed up my pizza order and got a meat lovers.  Wow it was really good. 

Watched TV and chilled with the cats last night.  I got in some brushing and the most important of all claw trimming.  Mora fought me but Rudy was more relaxed, until he realized what I was doing which I was about done and then he put up a little bit of a fight but it was really for nothing. 

Here we are back at Monday.  I am on call again, yuck!  I woke up not feeling well.  My neck was hurting and I felt like I was starting to get sick.  I have had a slight cough for about a month now.  It’s occasional and not persistent but still like all cough’s I have had before this one I just want it to go away.  Got a Charlie Horse about an hour before it was time to get up and I sprung out of bed.  Rudy thought it was time for breakfast but I told him we still had time left.  He cried for a minute but then climbed back on top of me and we went back to sleep. 

Once I got up and had breakfast I started feeling a little more normal but now that the AC has started up I am freezing and ready to go back to bed.  I hate to bail on the day considering I did that last Monday so I am going to try to stick it out.  However if it gets too bad I will certainly jump ship. 

We are stuck in a heat wave all week long and relief won’t come until next week, which I suppose is good timing for the Independence Day (aka 4th of July) Holiday.  Looking forward to that and a couple days off as well. 

Here’s hoping all is well in your world.  Take care!

21 Years ago today

A lot has changed in 21 years.  Momma had her kittens on this hot June day 21 years ago today in the very basement I am in typing this.  It was a glorious day and I experienced a peace like nothing I have experienced since that day.  That day all was calm and right in the world, or so it felt that way. 

I sure do still miss Momma and all of her kids as well as our two strays we took in.  They were my world, my family and I’m very proud to say that.  I changed the course of everyone’s life that day – mine, my late spouses as well as Momma and her kittens. 

Happy heavenly birthday, I hope your all together having fun. 

On a different note, welcome in and thanks for dropping by.  It’s super hot and humid here.  The sun is out and so are the guys.  I saw a bunch of shirtless guys this morning, running.  I very easily could have had a wreck as I was looking at them. 

Made it to my friends shop, chatted a bit.  Scheduled a service appointment for my vehicle in a couple weeks.  I know that I am a bit early on my oil change but for the price they charge me, it’s smart to change the oil often.  Having the tires rotated and balanced as well.  I should be able to parlay that into a free lunch with my friend.  Again, something to look forward to. 

The heat was getting to me so I scooted out of there.  I had plans to stop for the mail and cat food but instead opted to come home and see the cats.  I needed to use the bathroom and wanted to grab a cold soda.  That turned into me getting nearly naked and watching TV.  I managed to fall asleep and felt better once I woke up.  Passed out lunch for the cats and then came back and watched more TV to pass time. 

Early afternoon I got dressed and headed out.  I went back to the country, the place I was the other day.  Damn I struck gold when it came to timing.  I got charged the lunch buffet price but I was there long enough they were changing over to dinner.  I ate very, very good.  The best meal I have had in a long time.  Sloppy Joes, Catfish, Fried Chicken, BBQ Pork, Mashed Potatoes and corn.  I was stuffed but figured since I had gone that far I made a trip back for some Peach Cobbler.  It was so so, could have been better but the main meal it was on the money.  This place is around 60 miles from home and it feels like I will never ever get there but eventually I arrive.  Chatted with the waitress a bit and found out that Sunday is actually the pick day they have more comfort food that day.  However, every day it’s a good spread.  I did look at a menu and they have a few items that look appealing but I can’t not order the buffet. 

When I walked in there was a couple sitting in the spot I normally get.  I kind of felt like Sheldon from The Big Bang Theory and wanted to say your in my spot.  The guy was super hot but he was all tatted up and that is kind of a turn off for me, still I got a good look at him and took it all in for what it was worth. 

Tomorrow is gonna hurt when I go to fill the gas tank.  The fuel gauge said that I could go 90 miles before I needed gas.  It’s been lower before but not that often.  I’m super anal about my fuel level and it was a little uncomfortable to make the trip but I knew for sure I wasn’t going to run out of gas.  Plus there is a fail safe when your down to I think it is 25 or 50 miles left a low fuel light and alarm comes on.  I’ve only seen that once in the 8 years I have owned this vehicle. 

Still never made it for cat food or the post office, those are tomorrow tasks.  I needed to use the restroom so I just came straight home.  I could go back out but damn it’s so hot out I really don’t want to.  Feels nice here in the basement where it’s 70 degrees.  It’s 91 degrees outside.  Besides that it upsets the cats when I leave.  If they had their way I would never ever leave their sides. 

I’m off to peruse the internet and watch more TV.  Perhaps I can trim some cat claws they sure are sharp.  Take care and stay cool.

Happy Father’s Day

Hi, hope that your having a great day!  Last night I watched Straw on Netflix.  It’s a new movie from Tyler Perry.  I watched the preview and Netflix said they thought I’d like it.  I flipped around but wound up coming back to it.  Netflix was spot on and I enjoyed it.  If you like dramas then you will enjoy this movie.  It’s about a woman who is down on her luck and things just continue to spiral downward for her.  It’s a bit of an intense ride and there is violence in this movie.  Best thing I have seen on Netflix in a while.  I am toying with the idea of cancelling my subscription just because there doesn’t seem to be enough content there for the money I am paying.  I’m a long time subscriber.  I used them back when they used to mail DVD’s and eventually went to on-line, it was quite the adjustment to make but eventually I broke away from DVD’s and now here we are streaming, the wave of the future. 

Woke up and once again briefly forgot that it was Sunday but once that clicked I was pretty happy.  The last thing I want to do is go back to work but Monday is around the corner like it or not. 

Made it out to breakfast, Target, the Grocery Store and filled up the gas tank.  Home to unload, get naked, watch TV cuddle with the cats and eventually take a brief nap.  It’s hot and sticky outside, the sun is shining brightly and I’m pleased about that.  However, rain comes back tomorrow. 

I picked up something new Italian Waffle Cookies, Dark Chocolate flavor.  It’s kind of like eating a rice cake but it has some flavor to it.  The store has been advertising Cannoli Chips & Dip but despite looking all over the store I have yet to find it.  Saw a hot stud that worked there and wanted to ask him for his number but I just followed him around since we were headed in the same direction.  Watched his butt in the distance, it was a nice show even if he had clothes on. 

Got my medicine set out for the week ahead.  Peeked at my calendar to see what is planned for the week, mostly a normal week until we get to Friday it’s a little busier than a normal Friday. 

This is the first year in a long time where no one wished me Happy Father’s Day.  Normally I hear it at least once.  Despite it not applying it’s kind of appealing to hear.  I usually tell people I’m a cat daddy.  They either get it or ask me to explain. 

Plans for the rest of the day include hauling the laundry upstairs and putting it away, relaxing a bit more, possibly writing some then heading out for supper.  I plan to stop at the horrible pizza place I went to a couple months ago.  There is one more dish on their menu that I want to try, it’s baked fish.  They have two kinds if memory serves so I will have to make a choice there.  Their pasta dishes are really good and quite filling, I am expecting the same thing tonight with the fish, at least it sounds delicious.  It’s also unique.  I got a family size portion of Spaghetti & Meatballs from the grocery store, thinking of getting take out cheese garlic bread so that I will have it to enjoy with the pasta. 

I feel a little strange about this but mentioning it just to get it out of my system.  I am going back to the police station to drop off a couple thank you notes and gift cards to show appreciation for the ride along I had yesterday.  Part of me thinks that the gift cards are too much and the other part of me thinks it is a nice gesture.  I really wanted to get something from a business that was within city limits but that didn’t happen.  Still I think they will be well appreciated.  I know I don’t have to go this extra mile but it’s just a part of who I am and how I was raised.  The Thank You note is a minimum.  While I don’t expect anything in return if the offer to have me come back again I’ll for sure do it in hopes of seeing more action and the adrenaline rush. 

Well here’s hoping my allergies stay under control because the pollen is sure flying.  Have a great rest of the day and thanks for stopping by to peek into my world for a brief moment.  Take care!

Last Leisure Day

Hi and welcome in.  I hope that all is well in your world.  This is my last day off before it's time to head back to work and resume a hectic and chaotic life.  If you sense some apprehension your spot on.  I do not look forward to it at all.  However, as the saying goes you have to go back sometime.  Another one comes to mind, all good things must come to an end.  

I woke up early and tried to sleep in but I thought of Rudy and how hungry he probably was.  I rolled over and he wanted to snuggle with me for a minute.  Then he climbed on my chest and started making biscuits and stared at me with the smile on his face.  It never gets old waking up and seeing him in such a good mood.  It's the happiest I am pretty much all day every day. 

I made the trip to the bathroom and then to the kitchen to get food for the cats.  I grabbed a glass and headed to the bathroom to take my morning pills and try to do something with my hair.  Threw on a shirt, pants, socks and an old pair of slip on shoes.  I wasn't in the mood to tie shoes this morning and wearing the old shoes I knew my feet would hurt but I was lazy.  

Off to breakfast.  My usual waitress wasn't working.  She is always bright and cheery plus she is loud it kind of helps jump start me a little bit.  I got the scowling waitress, ordered the usual Strawberry French Toast, Sausage Links, 3 eggs scrambled and I added cheese to them.  Washed it all down with a diet cola.  It was pretty good.  

After I paid my bill I headed off to the post office to pick up mail, just one letter and then to the grocery store.  I purchased something new Churro Chips.  They are tortilla chips seasons with Cinnamon and Sugar.  I've always wanted to try them and today was the day.  $5 for a bag which I didn't know but I also didn't care.  Pair those with some ice cream and you got a nice treat that is hard to beat.  Anyway, finished up grocery shopping and then hit up the gas station.  I was $2 off from my prediction that I would spend somewhere between $35 and $45 in filling up.  The estimate in the car for number of miles I could drive hit 400.  That's when I know the vehicle is quite happy and in peak performance.  It loves to be driven but I don't always want to go for a ride.  Sadly with me working from home the car doesn't get driven enough but having time to burn and the trips I took this week helped to get things back on track.  

I came home and put the groceries away and then stripped down to my underwear and socks.  Time to relax.  I sat in my recliner and watched TV, it didn't take long before I got sleepy.  Mora was in my lap and I had to wake her up.  She didn't want to get up but I did.  Once up I went to bed and curled up next to Rudy.  It wasn't long before Mora joined us and she tried to gently talk her brother into moving but since he wouldn't she just plopped down.  We all snuggled up and off to dream land for about an hour.  

Woke up and grabbed lunch for the cats.  That's when I tried the new chips and found out how good they actually are.  Then put out my medicine for the week ahead.  It was off to the basement to try to tidy up a little bit.  I didn't get my paperwork filed away but I got my desk cleared and ready to go back to work mode.  The computer was humming right along and all was well.  

I surfed around a bit looking for porn as well as checking on a couple of other items and looking at email.  I went through a bunch of photos that I had and found a few that I wanted to print out and hang up.  I unpacked the photo paper I got last week.  It didn't feel anything like I expected it would.  However, it preformed wonderfully and I am glad that I spent the money.  Next time I will get glossy paper.  That paper soaks up the ink unlike traditional copy/printer paper and really makes photos pop.  Now I've got some nice naked men to look at when I am in front of the computer.  

Finally was able to push myself away from the computer and head back upstairs.  The cats were all comfy in the basement.  Rudy was on the couch on a pillow.  Mora was resting on an old office chair of mine that has a cat pad on it.  Something about the pad attracts cats, they are drawn to it.  This was where Ruth (one of Momma's girls) would sit and keep watch.  Then hiss at me when I would pass by.  She wasn't a people person unless it was on her terms.  Anyway, I told them I was heading up and they could join me, which in short order they did.  

I sat on the couch and started resuming writing my fictional story.  The Amazon delivery driver came and I had to get up to get my package.  I don't like to let anything sit outside longer than it needs to, it's just temptation although we haven't had any porch pirates in our area that I know of.  This was the cell phone case that I ordered.  It wasn't a two piece snap on case but rather a one piece case that you pop your phone into.  I couldn't get a mag safe accessory to charge the phone so I figured the case was defective and arranged to return it.  

I got dressed and headed out for pizza.  I went to the place that is known to have cute guys.  I saw one for a split second but it was all females working today and well that didn't do a thing for me sexually speaking.  I was all excited to get to see some eye candy.  I did get a decent pizza.  However, I was surprised at the charge, I think prices went up because I don't remember spending $32 for a large pizza and a soda, that was before the tip.  I got a box for what I didn't eat which was a decent amount.  I've managed to shrink my stomach by only eating 2 meals per day.  I'm sure I probably dropped a pound or two along the way but it will catch back up to me eventually.  

Headed home and had an idea about the new cell phone case so I gave it another try and wow I got the mag safe accessory to work and my phone started taking a charge.  I cancelled the return.  Played just a brief moment on the computer to update finances, balance a bank account and quickly look for porn.  I found one scene that I have been waiting for as part 2 of a series.  Downloaded that and then headed back upstairs.  I didn't want to spend too much time down there because I will be trapped there tomorrow and for the rest of the week as work resumes.  I'll be on-call as well.  That on top of playing catchup will make for a difficult few days but I've done it before and I know that I can do it again.  I just don't want to.  

Looking forward to getting my teeth cleaned at lunch time tomorrow.  I plan to get a shower and shave tonight so that it's one less thing I have to worry about tomorrow.  

A few days ago I followed ThioJoe's video about settings for the Chrome Browser.  I'm running into all kinds of issues.  I am having problems remoting in to my computer from upstairs, just discovered that when I went to make this post.  I also have problems commenting on a couple blogs.  My work around is that I have a few browsers on my machine and eventually I find one that works.  I am giving serious consideration to undoing some of those changes so I can get my machine back to working like I want it to.  

I've got about an hour before I have to start preparing for tomorrow and getting that shower & shave.  Hoping that I am able to get a decent nights sleep.  Right now I am going back to continuing to write since both cats are passed out.  When Rudy wakes up he will try to play with my pen.  He doesn't like me writing for some reason it bothers him but I can watch TV for hours and he's fine with that.  

All in all not a bad day.  I don't expect to have time to be able to blog tomorrow or for that matter a couple days, so if I am absent just know that I am playing catchup at work.  I'm already counting the days 3 more months until I go back on vacation, unless I decide otherwise.  I like to take time off around the holidays, things are much slower and there is a lot less stress when I come back, unlike Summer time when things are all hustle and bustle.  

Wishing you all a great week ahead and hoping that I too will have a good week.  It's June so Happy Pride!  Take care and I will talk with you all again soon.  

Ah Monday - not so bad

Hey there well I made it to bed at a decent hour.  I woke up super early.  I had a horrible dream.  I was on a ride along with the fire department and we went to a suicide call.  It was a young man who took his own life.  I wept and wept, everyone there did.  It was quite somber.  Then magically I woke up and my sweet Rudy was all curled up on top of me.  I never knew he was there, that’s his stealth skills at work.  I was so happy to see him as well as learning that I just had a bad dream. 

I got up and got moving, passed out breakfast for the cats.  Got a shower and got dressed.  Then watched a little TV to help pass a bit more time.  Finally I headed out for breakfast and was so looking forward to it.  I got my usual Strawberry French Toast, 3 eggs and added sausage links.  It was very good and I asked for an extra piece of French Toast so I got 4 slices instead of 3.  From there it was on to make my Target run.  Then on to the grocery store and finally the gas station.  Then back home, put everything away. 

Just like a typical Sunday I got out of my clothes and watched TV.  The cats joined me and they were all comfy cozy in my lap when I had to get up because I wanted to lay down.  Nap time.  We all reconvened in my bed and all passed out together.  I had some silly dream this time but don’t remember it.  Rudy was next to me just waiting for me to wake up.  We laid in bed for a while and I watched a little more TV.  Eventually he make enough of a ruckus that I got up. 

Passed out lunch (yes my cats are spoiled they eat 3 meals a day, which is more than I do on some days).  Threw on a shirt and grabbed more laundry and headed downstairs.  Logged my spending for the day, got the laundry going.  Had to head back upstairs to use the restroom.  Grabbed a soda, munched on some cookies and then headed back down. 

Time to do the work stuff that I had been putting off.  Again this was only to help me so that I wasn’t scrambling when I came back.  That’s not to say I won’t be scrambling when that time arrives but I did what I could and knocked out more work than I had intended to.  I also cleaned my mailbox back to zero messages.  Here’s hoping it doesn’t get too clogged up but that is wishful thinking.  I am going to try my best to resist peeking and let it be a surprise. 

I thought about all of the time I have left and wow I have 6 days to fill.  Gutter guy comes tomorrow to clean them out, I suppose that is if it’s not raining.  I’ve got lunch plans on Thursday but other than that I am free and have lots of time to pass.  I had planned on taking a day trip but after researching that online it looks like it would be a bust so I took that off the list.  I do plan to hit up a restaurant that takes me an hour to get to, they have a lunch buffet that is really good.  Saw that the last Mission Impossible movie is out and I plan to see that.  Thought about going today but with it being a holiday figured that it might be a bit crowded. 

Booked my next doctors appointment on my birthday of all days.  Lined up my yearly facial for that same week.  I’ve been getting facials for the last couple years around my birthday.  Put in for that week off as well.  This is all in September so I have a bit to wait.  Not to say that I won’t take more time between now and then but I have nothing scheduled.  I am sure that I will face the same problem I face most years that is using my time before I loose my time.  

Back to the whole ride along thing.  I’ve never heard of a ride along with the fire department but maybe that exists some where.  I know that police departments offer that.  I pursued it last year and my request got buried and no one ever got back to me.  It’s bothered me.  I mean I can take rejection but would certainly want to know why.  I’ve never been arrested and only had a couple of speeding tickets in my youth when I was a new driver.  My job requires a clean criminal record and I have to maintain that in order to keep my job.  This year I opted instead of walking in and talking to someone in lower level management I went to the Chief of Police, actually a few moments ago via email.  Today is a holiday so I don’t expect a response today but I do expect that I will hear something in the next few days.  It would be awesome if this turns into a reality then I can see my tax dollars at work.  I always wanted to be a cop but I am too out of shape and also too old.  I could certainly work a desk job but actually being out chasing bad guys no way, I couldn’t catch one to save my life. 

The way that I figure it, it’s like a hot guy that I used to work with said.  You are already at no, ask you might be surprised and get a yes but the worst than can come of it is a no.  He was saying that about me asking a guy out.  Kind of nothing ventured, nothing gained.  I’ve taken a few shots at different guys over the years.  Some say no, some say yes when they mean no because they don’t have the balls to be upfront.  I wish people would just be honest it would make life so much easier.  I don’t want to get my hopes up about a possibility that never materializes. 

I need to vacuum both levels of the house as well as clean up my desk.  However, I really only have the desire to loaf.  Thinking about grabbing some BBQ for supper.   Today has turned out to be quite the nice day.  No rain and there is some sunshine.  It’s still pretty cool out but it’s enjoyable. 

I am probably going back upstairs and going to loaf and lounge, until it’s time to grab dinner.  It’s not like I don’t have time on my side or anything.  Normally that is not the case.  It’s kind of enjoyable having time to waste and not being in a hurry. 

Hope that your having a good day and all is well in your world.  Talk with you soon.

Bad Luck Sunday

Hi everyone and welcome in. 

Today was one of those days for me.  I woke up to feed the cats at their normal time and I just wanted to go back to bed.  Hey, I’m on vacation so I’ve got the option so I took it.  Damn that felt so good! When I woke up around 10a I knew I had a box of Eggo Blueberry Thick & Fluffy Waffles.  I polished the whole box off and had a very large glass of milk.  I put Blueberry Syrup on the waffles and knew that when the sugar high wore off I would be drowsy again. 

Back in my room I powered on my phone and got caught up on what little bit there was in my personal email and notifications.  Work email is still turned off.  Since it was later in the day I plan to do my normal Sunday tasks on Monday. 

Curses but I have 2 outstanding issues @ AT&T so I attempted to remedy them.  I got on the phone merry go round with their customer service.  My fuse is very short with them and I let some supervisor have it.  I started cussing and he got very firm with me and told me I had to keep the call professional.  I told him my problem, professionally.  His response was I don’t know how to fix it.  That’s when I told him to FUCK OFF and hung up on his ass.  Damn that felt so good but I hated that I got to that point.  I was all set to port away from AT&T but considering that my issues all stemmed from me acting out of anger, I thought better take a step back.  I did and inquired about the large credit balance on my account and what would happen to it.  I was told that they would deduct my current months bill from it and then it would just vaporize.  Well glad I asked.  Now I know that I am stuck riding out a few more months with AT&T to use their money and then I will likely part ways with them.  No one was able to resolve my issues after multiple calls, talking with multiple departments and spending hours on this.  I eventually gave up and resorted to letter writing.  I will get a call on Tuesday since Monday is a holiday and hopefully that will bring about an end to this mess.  I just want to do something else with my time other than work with AT&T.  I am starting to think that AT&T stands for All Talk and Turmoil. 

I wound up watching some porn and after I got off, I switched to normal TV and eventually wound up going back to bed.  I woke up around 3p.  I wanted Nachos and headed to a sports bar but damn if they weren’t closed when I got there.  I wound up going to Denny’s because they have nachos but service was so slow that I never did get waited on and wound up walking out.  I wound up at IHOP and had Fish, Shrimp and Fries for supper.  It wasn’t bad but service at IHOP wasn’t a whole lot better.  I got waited on right away and got a drink but my food took forever to get to me.

Finally I was able to return home and I was never so glad to see Mora greet me at the door.  I got food for her and her brother passed out.  Then started working on getting my medicine set out for the week ahead.  I felt pretty lousy from a mood stand point.  It was a little depression mixed with disgust.  I emptied out the cat’s litter boxes and took care of cleaning their drinking water fountain and putting a new filter in it. 

I’ve got my complaint letter off to AT&T and submitted electronically.  Backed up my iPhone and loaded on my music from my iTunes library.  Laundry is in the dryer and I am just waiting for it to go off. 

I don’t really want to go upstairs and I know I am not nearly ready for bed but it’s actually bedtime now 9p.  Mora has already come to get me and I told her that I am working on a few things.  She is sleeping in a chair outside my office and when she wakes up I know she will come nag me again.  She’s got my best interest at heart and I love her so much. 

My friends haven’t reached out about any dinner/get together plans for the holiday like they normally would.  Not sure if they aren’t doing anything this year or if they are pissed at me because I called them out for my Easter invite that I got that didn’t include a time.  I’m super lonely and being around other people would be very helpful but I am not calling and nosing my way into something.  If they are having a get together and want to invite me that’s fine.  I learned a long time ago don’t invite yourself or beg for an invite.  If people want to invite you they will and if they don’t they won’t.  Pretty simple stuff.  Besides that I don’t want to be somewhere that I am really not wanted.  That’s not helpful for anyone. 

I’ve got a small list of things to do that I may work on next after I publish this.  I also know there is an item lingering at work that I really need to knock out to help myself but I am kind of resistant to doing so.  It seems I always wind up working when I am on vacation, that gets old and no one else does it. 

I hope that you had a good day and I really appreciate you dropping by.  Looks like I am off to get into mischief.  I just hope that I am able to force myself to get moving come early morning or nothing will get done tomorrow either.  Take care!