Technology & Guns

I’ve been thinking about a couple things that were news worthy items this week and wanted to share my two cents, not that it will change anything.

First – The kid who used ChatGPT to commit suicide. I heard on a tech podcast that this kid wasn’t the first person who consulted a computer regarding suicide and in fact this was the 3^rd case. Technology like anything can be weaponized and destructive or deadly. I get that some people don’t have anyone to talk to. Look at me I am pretty much all alone. I also get that folks might think that others won’t understand what they are dealing with. Suicide is a drastic thing and as I learned in therapy when I was much younger, it’s a permanent solution to a temporary problem.

We are all dealing with something. It might be work, school, sexuality, the death of a family member or friend, a sick pet or a pet that has passed, a traffic accident or ticket, some other legal issue and the list goes on. No matter what you are dealing with you are not alone there are help lines in every single country that you can call and talk with a human being. You can find resources for your country at https://www.suicidestop.com/call_a_hotline.html

I speak from experience from having wanted to commit suicide a couple times in my adult life and also in my teenage years. The worst times in my life were the death of my spouse and then when I lost Gator my long-time cat that had been with me for 18 years. Once she passed away that ignited former feelings of being all alone and it was kind of like my spouse died all over again. I honestly didn’t think that things would ever get better or see a clear path. All I wanted to do was die because it just didn’t seem to me that life mattered that much or that anyone would truly miss me if I was gone. I didn’t bottle things up; I took someone up on their offer that they would listen to me and I sought them out and opened right up telling my life story to them. It was hours of time we spent. I did a lot of crying. I also went to the pet store and looked at cats but that just made me cry. I managed to go a month without a cat and then I started looking that’s how I wound up with Rudy and Mora. They are my lifesavers, seriously. They are so attached to me and since I am their 3^rd owner I told them that this was their home and they are here to stay. I mean that is unless I drop dead or get killed in a car accident or some other hazard.

I’ve had some low points and at times even with these two cats’ life can be overwhelming and I have had some thoughts of calling life quits. Deep down I don’t want to die, I just want my circumstances to change so the pain would stop. I know how I felt back when Gator passed and then nothing mattered. That was the closest that I came to actually going through with it. I had a lot of people scared even my own doctor. With some of the things I told him he should have had me locked up for my own well being but he trusted me when I told him that I wouldn’t do anything. How many people say that and then the next thing you know they are gone?

I’ve said all of that to say this. Reach out for help to solve your problems, talking honestly deep down feels really good especially when you’re talking to the right person that you can trust.

A former friend of mine told me think about what if you try something and you wind up hurting yourself and you live and don’t die but are handicapped or permanently injured. Also think about whom ever would find your body, that’s something that they will never be able to unsee. Regardless if it’s a seasoned professional like a police officer or fire fighter. They are human. It’s much worse if that person is a family member or friend.

I do think that ChatGPT and other AI chat bots should have restrictions placed on them so they don’t discuss mental health issues and/or assist with how to form a plan to end your life. I think that should have been obvious from the day AI started but obviously it was overlooked.

Second - The shooting at the Catholic School in Minnesota. I looked using AI for what country school shootings occur in. I was surprised to find that the US is not the only place but sadly we are the leading country where this happens. It’s to the point where it’s at epidemic levels.

I know that the 2^nd amendment gives the rights to bear arms and you have the right to defend yourself if you are being attacked or in imminent danger. It’s odd that each time this happens all we do is send thoughts and prayers. Well, those don’t do a whole lot to solve this problem that is continuing to occur. One child shot is one too many and this is something that never should have occurred.

I do think there should be stronger gun laws, I do think that all firearm owners should be responsible and lock/secure their weapons from children or those that might have mental health issues. I think that perhaps raising the cost of ammo would also be another action that could be taken. Look the world is filled with a bunch of intelligent people and brilliant minds, surely if we had some dialog and discussions on this a plan could be formulated that would solve this issue once and for all.

However, it’s not until the problem affects you or someone you know that people really focus much attention on this issue. These are innocent children who are trying to get an education and they are not out to harm anyone. I think it’s wrong to steal a child’s innocence regardless of how it’s done. Because once they are robbed of that it’s something they will never ever get back and it will stick with them through out their lives.

I grew up Catholic and started off in Catholic grade school. We had to go to mass every day we were at school. We said the pledge of allegiance to start the day. It was all very much a routine but times were way different and we had no school shootings then. We also had no technology then. However, we did have firearms but they were reserved mostly for hunters and those that wanted self-protection. Sure, we had criminals who had them to rob and steal. I also went to public grade school from 5^th grade forward and then on to public high school.

Kids can be cruel there is no doubt about it. I can think of a few kids that I grew up with that I wished I had never met. We were all free though in that we went to school each day and there was no worry or concern that someone would come in guns blazing. Being a kid today is radically different from when I grew up and honestly if I was a kid today, I would be scared out of my mind. I can’t imagine having to walk through a metal detector and using a swipe card to gain access to school. I can’t imagine hearing gun shots while I was trying to learn and then having to take cover. What if I was just walking to or from a class and was in the wrong place at the wrong time? My childhood wasn’t perfect but no way would I trade my school experience for what exists today.

I think that this problem is going to continue and it’s going to get much, much, much worse before it ever gets better. It won’t be until someone important like a politician’s kid gets injured or killed before things change in the US. There is never a time where I’d love to be proven wrong than now and from today forward never ever hear about another school shooting for as long as I live.

I can’t imagine being a parent to get the call that their child was injured or killed while at school. I feel sad for the kids as well as the parents.

Please someone find a way to solve this problem and the sooner the better before another life is lost.

The tip is gone

Good afternoon,

Today has been quite busier than a normal Thursday. The morning was calm but I was busy working on a project. I got interrupted a few times but for the most part was able to concentrate my efforts. I planned to pick up and hopefully finish that project today after lunch. Well, that's when things got really crazy busy out of the blue. I wasn't able to devote any additional time to the project and my part has to be done tomorrow or at the latest before Monday. I really don't plan to work the weekend so I am going to try to finish up tomorrow. I had a usual touch point conversation with my boss; we both complained to each other about our day. It was the usual waste of time.

The cluster project is still on going and I really thought that this week at some point the second wave for me/my team would be ready but thus far that's not the case. I can only hope that it holds off for one more day because I've got a lot on my plate to get done and limited time.

Last night I had Stouffer's Lasagna, which isn't bad for microwave food, all things considered. Watched a podcast and more YouTube.

Rudy was itching to play before bed and I picked up one of the old cat teasers (back from Momma's family) we had been playing with it since it's all feathers. That's when I discovered one of them (most likely Mora) chewed off the rubber tip at the end. I'm certain that it was small enough that which ever one of these cats did it that they swallowed it. I figured that would be impending doom and I worried but played with Rudy.

Slept crappy woke up at 3a and had to watch TV in order to fall back asleep. The cats kept me company.

Passed out breakfast and Rudy was all about it. Mora was very slow to get out of bed. I had to call her several times to eat. Just as I was about to get up, she came around the corner. I saw her eat and that's when that feeling of impending doom left me. Both cats are eating, drinking and going to the bathroom – so all is well.

I've got the trash out, even if I was later than I wanted to be. Fed the cats supper and now Mora is next to me waiting for treats but were hours from that time. I need to figure out what I am going to eat.

I'm just passing time and watching things at work, hoping that I am done for the day. My left shoulder is killing me, there is a knot in the back and I would love nothing more than to rip it out but that's not happening. No massage scheduled until the end of next week. Hopefully, I can work it out a little bit and get some relief.

Hope that you had a superb day! Talk with you all again soon.

Whirlwind

Hey – I managed to tame my inbox and get caught up.  It took me most of the morning to get things under control.  There is a lot going on.  The cluster project is still going on and it’s turning into a cluster they are way behind schedule and things aren’t going nearly as smooth as was the plan.  I think this will linger on into next week while I am gone. 

I had a lousy nights sleep which was mostly due to nerves.  Something about going back after being out a couple days causes me to not sleep well.  Now that I am back and have had no naps I suspect that I will sleep good tonight or so I hope. 

There is plenty of work to tide me the next two days.  I am still not done with today but in my mind the day is pretty well over with. 

Had lunch and both cats started fighting.  Rudy was chasing his sister.  I got them to calm down and I was able to enjoy a 1/2 sandwich and a donut while I watched a couple of You Tube videos. 

Lunch was over way quicker than I wanted.  It’s nice out with some cooler temps and the AC hasn’t yet kicked on but I know that it probably will since things heat up a bit in the afternoon. 

I feel fine for the most part, I think it was allergies that got me.  Inhaling all of that pollen while I was trimming the weeds combined with a temperature change.  I have a slight cough at times but otherwise all is well. 

Glad that things are back to normal or close to it.  I also hate that I just got caught up and will be out next week so I will have to do it all over again. 

Thought I’d take a moment to post this before I head up for the afternoon to be with the cats and keep an eye on things at work.  Hope all is well in your world.  Take care!

Did you miss me?

I just published a post that I drafted over the weekend.  Turns out that Monday morning when I woke up I felt horrible.  I wasn’t sure if it was allergies or if I was actually sick.  Plus my twitching/shaking was still present.  I elected to take the day off, not what I really wanted to do but it was in my best interest. 

I took a muscle relaxer along with my normal morning meds.  Had breakfast and fed the cats.  Then watched TV until the magic of the muscle relaxer did it’s job and knocked me out. 

The cats never left my side as I proceeded to sleep the day away.  I got up to pass out lunch for them.  I felt better but still highly groggy.  I wound up going back to sleep. 

I was up for supper, had the Chipped Beef I spoke about.  It was pretty good. 

To help ensure a good nights sleep I took some Benadryl and slept pretty good but not solid through the night.  I wound up taking today (Tuesday) off. 

Cats got fed first as usual, then I had some cereal and powered up my phone to let my team know I wouldn’t be in today.  Then I went back to sleep for a couple hours and woke up. 

I’ve managed to stay awake all day long and watched free movies on You Tube the afternoon went by and Rudy pushed for an early supper.  I gave in and I had my left over BBQ, which was pretty good. 

I can already tell you that my work mailbox looks like a bomb went off I have tons of mail to sift through.  There is also plenty of work to be done.  I do plan on returning tomorrow and knocking out the next 3 days before I go on vacation.  Hopefully, my body cooperates and I feel decent. 

Right now I think that this was just allergies that had me feeling bad but I am coughing a little bit.  Weather here has changed and it’s much cooler.  Temperature swings always affect me and I usually wind up getting sick.

I am only guessing by what I have seen but I am counting on not having time tomorrow to post much less do anything other than work.  Not looking forward to it but the sooner I go back the better off I will be. 

Hope your doing well. 

Wake up call

Morning, my day started at 4a when I was woken up by Mora jumping on me.  I was having the best dream.  I was with my late spouse at McDonald’s and we were enjoying breakfast.  I had just taken a job at a place that I used to work at, that was a complete nightmare.  I dream from time to time that I got sucked back in there.  For some reason I was elated about it because I figured I’d be making more money but I would also be doing a job that I really didn’t want to.  Just about the time I was going to bite into my second Sausage McMuffin with Egg is when Mora woke me up. I don’t see my late spouse often enough in dreams and was rather upset that Mora woke me up, I would have loved to at least finish my dream breakfast.  I haven’t had a Sausage McMuffin with Egg in a long time.  

Maybe I was talking in my sleep or maybe she just wanted to cuddle.  At any rate that’s what happened she snuggled up in my arm for a little bit.  Then Rudy came and sat on my chest and pressed on my stomach.  My bladder kicked in and I told them both I had to get up.  I returned to bed after using the restroom and then we all got situated again.  Rudy wound up by my feet and Mora was back snuggling in my arm. 

After a few minutes of trying, I realized there was no getting back to sleep so I turned the TV on and watched an episode of Sanford (this spin off from Sanford & Son).  It was on YouTube and I just wanted something to pass the time until I got groggy again and could go back to sleep.  That couldn’t happen fast enough for me.  After that was over with, I turned the TV off and had to move.  That caused Mora to leave me.  Which was fine because she was nipping at my finger thinking it was a play toy.  It hurts but she hasn’t broken the skin yet.  Her brother does it too from time to time, but he’s a bit gentler than she is. 

It took me a little bit but I managed to get back to sleep for a bit.  Then the trash truck came through and woke me up.  I was able to dose off for a bit before Rudy started his it’s time to wake up routine.  I cuddled with him since he was early and then we all got up to get Friday started. 

As per usual I am done with my morning tasks at work and have the rest of the day wide open just waiting for something to occupy time.  I have gone looking to help out but there isn’t anything pending right now that I can lend a hand with. 

Last night when I took the trash out, I noticed in one of my landscaping beds that there were a bunch of rather tall weeds.  It’s as if the lawn people haven’t been doing their job.  I broke out some Roundup and sprayed.  I will peek at it when I bring the empty barrel in later on today.  The last thing I want is to get in trouble with the city.  I’ve been thinking about buying a weed trimmer for a couple years now.  Every once and a while I find something that they skipped. 

Speaking of the yard since I fired my tree trimmer, I didn’t have any work done last year and managed to skate by just fine.  However, things are to the point now where I need to have work done.  I said I wouldn’t call him back because he charged me for a tool he forgot.  He went to buy one at a local store and magically the price of my bill went up by exactly what he paid for the tool.  Well, his prices are pretty fair and while I really don’t want to call him, I really don’t want to start over with anyone else.  A simple fall clean up that can be done later this year or early next year – it’s no rush. 

Yesterday's post I removed something that I really wanted to put in, it’s the Thirsty part of the post.  I know of one particular porn star that is local to my area (who shall not be named).  I was curious to see if he did escort work and when I went surfing, I didn’t find him but found another Twink porn star.  I actually thought about calling for a split second.  My dick was saying do it, we need this.  My brain however said its trouble steer clear of this.  I’ve never done anything like that before and know that it’s a tricky rope to walk so that you don’t violate the law.  The trick is that you're paying for a person's time and not for a sexual act.  If you pay for a sexual act that’s prostitution and highly illegal.  While I doubt that a porn star would be an undercover cop or wired, they probably approach each person that calls them with some suspicion.  I’m quite lonely and while I don’t want to just jump into bed, I want to form a connection and get to know a person before we go to the bedroom.  Paying for that would get awfully expensive.  That was heart/brain talking.  My dick says pay some money, have some fun – no strings.  However, I don’t know if I could just do casual sex.  I’m sure I’d form some kind of a bond and want more, again it could get awfully expensive.  Part of me felt a little cheap posting about it but another part of me said post it, get it out of your system.  It’s not going to get me laid but somehow it might benefit someone else. 

I am toying with getting back to the dating apps just to see if I can find someone but honestly, I have no hope and don’t think anyone that I’d be interested in (twinks late 20’s to 30’s) would be interested in me.  I suppose every older guy wants someone younger.  I’m not looking to support anyone or to have anyone support me in a financial way.  Spending money on each other is just part of dating and I’m okay with normal expenses in that respect.  Heck I’d even settle for someone in there 40’s.  I’m looking for a one and done, I don’t want to play game or cycle through several guys.  However, something about dating says you have to play games and you will likely go through several guys.  I don’t have the patience or ability to tolerate getting my heart broken.  It’s kind of held together by some crappy super glue as it is and quite fragile.  I’m vulnerable and know it.  I think that I will die alone but I am not expecting to die anytime soon.  Talk about agony and suffering.  However, I know you miss 100% of the shots you don’t take and that I am already alone.  Things are pretty grim in that respect so the only place they can go is up.  I like the single life in that you have no one to report to and there is abundant freedom.  However, I am kind of over being alone.  I guess it all boils down to a catch 22.  If there is a guy for me and he is out there here’s hoping that our paths cross sooner than later. I know that time really isn’t on my side here, as age continues to climb the less appealing I am. However, the heart wants what the heart wants. I'll keep you posted if anything develops.

Speaking of age were getting closer with each passing day to my birthday. That's something I used to look forward to when I was so much younger but ever since my 30's birthdays haven't been that appealing to me. My 35^th birthday was really special and it was all because of a friend I had at work that made things come together. I was so much happier then and just didn't realize it. Nothing yet has compared to the way that birthday was celebrated but I sure do have some great memories to reflect on.

Well, I should stick a fork in this post and call it done. Hope that you all have a great weekend and thanks as always for stopping by. Take care!

Thirsty Thursday

Good morning!  Life is moving along with the week.  Here we are at Friday eve already and feels like just yesterday it was Monday. 

Last night I was brushing my teeth and heard this noise, I had seen Rudy got on the Cat Treadmill and was scratching it, that was just a precursor to tell me that he was ready to play.  Well that noise I heard was Rudy actually using the treadmill.  I peeked around the corner and he was staring right at me, he knew it would get my attention.  Apparently he knows how it works.  Not sure if he’s a fan of it or just doesn’t want me to know that he knows how to use it.  It made me happy but by in large I still think that it was money wasted.  Both cats still play with the box it came in way more than they give the treadmill any actual attention.  So glad I didn’t spend hundreds of dollars on that contraption.  I got my usual wake up call from Rudy this morning and he gave me a love bite on the chin again but not before trying to wash my face.  ICK a cat bath, I don’t mind a lick to my arms or on my forehead but not a fan of a cat or dog licking my face.

The other night Mora tore up the cat teaser.  It was relatively brand new and with just a couple swipes she wrecked it with her claws pulling out several strands of the ribbon.  Rudy likes to hear the ribbon whipping through the air so he can try to jump and catch it, he’s pretty good.  Now I need to head back to the pet store for another one.  I did some Amazon looking but nothing there struck my fancy. 

The fuck up ferry visited me again at work.  My mistake making colleague make a change to one system for someone but didn’t bother to update all of the other systems, so I got called out for a mistake that he made.  I just sucked it up and fixed it.  I really want to gave a go at his nuts, just one swift kick and I think I’d feel better.  I can’t believe he’s that lazy or forgetful, I think that he doesn’t apply himself enough and that he also smokes way too much pot.  To the point that it has cooked way too many of his brain cells.  He came back after his leave and appeared to be on top of his game but that was short lived and now were back to normal so I anticipate that there will be more messes like this, joy just what I needed.  To say that he owes me a lot is quite an understatement but the best gift he could ever give to me (provided he wanted to) would be to get his act together.  I don’t expect that I will ever collect on what he owes me but I suppose stranger things have happened. 

It’s one of those mornings again where I have a lot of time on my hands.  Lunch time will bring a meeting and a little bit of work but then my day is essentially done unless something comes up.  The whole wait and see approach makes for a long day but I’d rather have that than be pulling my hair out.  This is my last week of relaxation before I go on-call next week, which I am not looking forward to.  I am trying to enjoy the downtime while it lasts. 

Finished off the pizza last night.  Wow that thing lasted way longer than I wanted it to but it was still good.  Tonight will be a Mexican Beef Burrito, store prepared.  Not sure if I want to chop it in half and make two meals out of it or just enjoy the whole thing in one sitting. 

Well I think it’s time to escape the computer while I can.  I know it’s only an invitation for chaos to start and my phone to blow up but that might not happen either.  Hope that your having a good day.

Midweek

Hey we made it to the half way point of the week.  It’s moving pretty fast for me.  This morning I heard an advertisement for a Christmas Concert in November and then next thing I know there was a story on the news about Snow removal.  Were only in August.  I thought Pumpkin Spice season started early.  I know that by in large the world things that Summer is done but it’s actually still alive for a little bit longer, fall doesn’t start until September 22nd which is a month away. 

Saying that I heard that our temperatures will be dropping into the 50’s overnight in the next day or so.  However, it’s still going to be warm out during the day and feel very much like summer time. 

Back to school seems to usher on Fall, Thanksgiving & Christmas and before you know it the year is done and were starting all over again.  I know that time doesn’t stand still for anyone but damn it could slow down a little bit. 

Things here are moving right along.  Two weeks and my birthday will be here along with some much needed vacation.  I crunched the numbers yesterday and if my calculations are correct I still have roughly 2 weeks of vacation to burn.  I want to see that materialize before I go burning time that I had planned on saving.  I like to keep 2 weeks in reserve just in case something happens and I need it. 

Last year I said that on my birthday next year (this year) I’d buy a new vehicle but mine is doing fine and only dropping in value.  I don’t honestly need a new vehicle but the temptation is sure there.  I think I am going to stay put with what I have, keep saving money and hope that all goes well to make it another year.  Truth be told I will probably drive this until the wheels fall off or something goes seriously wrong that there is no trade in value.  I just feel so connected to this vehicle & I bought it not having any idea of how or if I would be able to pay it off and I manage to pull that off.  I suppose if I start driving more that I would be more apt to give in and get something new but right now staying put seems like the best thing to do. 

Speaking of cars I watched a video last night on Waldo’s World (You Tube Channel) about Range Rovers.  Waldo is a hunky and attractive guy to me but he’s also got a lot of knowledge.  Videos have a way of making everything seem simple.  Anyway this video was about the cost of ownership.  I already knew if you owned a Range Rover or Land Rover you need a 2nd car on standby because they are not reliable but they seem comfy and fun to drive when they are actually functioning correctly.  I’d never buy one because I don’t have that kind of money but the video was fun.

Yesterday I went down the porn rabbit hole and found a free site that had a lot of interesting content.  Between work and surfing in my free time I spent way more time in front of the computer than I wanted to.  However, I had a fun night. 

Cats are doing well.  I’m eating pretty good.  Tried a Starkist Tuna Fish lunch kit.  It’s a box you pick up for $2.35 and it’s got everything you need to make your own tuna fish and crackers.  Kind of neat.  I threw it in the fridge even though it doesn’t require refrigeration until you open it, that made it taste better.  Rudy tried to fight me for the Tuna when I cracked it open.  His little nose smelled it and wanted some but I didn’t give in.  Maybe some day I will but I seriously doubt it.  Once you start that you will forever be chasing your tail, so to speak. 

Today is meeting day and the cluster project thus far is still moving right along.  I figure that towards the end of this week or the start of next is when things will become an issue but we shall see. 

Right now I’ve got a bunch of time on my hands and I plan to enjoy it while that time remains mine but if work beckons I shall answer.  Hope all is well in your world. 

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. 

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!

Lost Cat

Morning, I really hate seeing posts on local social media about lost cats and dogs.  Makes me want to go hunting for them to bring them all back home.  That probably wouldn’t be a highly successful task but for those that were found it sure would be quite the reward and thrill.  I saw a post a couple days ago about a lost cat not far from my place.  Makes me appreciate my two cats a bit more.  I am extra careful with them and thankfully they aren’t door dashers but you never know when curiosity will strike and they might try to go exploring. I watch outside and what activity the cameras would pick up but I’ve never located a lost pet yet.  I did get an alert after breakfast the other day that a deer was in the back yard.  I saw a couple butterflies later that day set off the same camera. 

Having cameras does make a difference and I am surprised by some of the things I have seen, like neighbors using my property as if it’s their own.  No real crimes though but they do come in handy to watch for packages and to keep tabs on the lawn crew that shows up so I make sure I am billed correctly. 

This morning got away from me I had to mop up a mess someone else created for me yesterday by giving me bad information.  I had an upset person that I was dealing with that was sending me some anger through email. I wanted to tell her that it wasn’t my fault she put her maxi-pad on sticky side up.  I got things cleaned up and she’s all calm and even managed to squeeze out a thank you.  Honestly it wasn’t as big of a deal as she made it out to be but it’s just part of the types of people I work with. 

We had storms yesterday roll in and that brought about some flooding in the surrounding area but none for my immediate area.  When I went up I saw the cats sitting in the dark and had to turn on some lights so that I could see while I worked.  At least the grass got cut before the rain moved in. 

Supper last night was Beef Mini Burritos from the grocery store.  It was more like a snack but they were sure good.  I remember when they used to fill me up but now I could eat a couple more and then I’d be full.  I love Mexican, Italian and some American foods.  However, there is nothing like a good home cooked meal.  Closest thing I can get to that would be at a Cracker Barrel if things were just right. 

I saw Josh Wolf’s new special on You Tube last night, I fast forwarded through all of the singing because I am more about the standup than the funny music.  It was okay but the fast forwarding made things go by fast.  When that was done I climbed in bed and saw a video on sleep.  I remember hearing the words pink noise and hearing a soothing voice.  I didn’t think much of it and just turned the TV off.  Man I was out like a light after that.  Might try watching that same video tonight before bed just to see if it has the same effect. 

Well it’s back to the fun at work.  Got my usual Wednesday meeting and I am working on the latest clusterfuck project that we are ramping up for. 

I hope it’s a great day for you.  Thanks for stopping by.  Talk with you all again soon. 

Late to the party

Hey hope that all is well.  Sorry I am late to the party with my post.  This morning things were super chill and I rode the wave and watched TV & got in a nap.  It was nice to relax and get paid for it at the same time.  The ride was over after lunch and it got busy but I am riding a lull again and hope that it lasts for the rest of the day. 

My neck is still bothering me a little bit.  I thought about cancelling my massage but I am still going.  I am just going to ask that my neck not be touched.  I got my shower last night and did a double cleanse of my neck area.  I finished with cold water and man that felt really good.  It bothered me a bit after I got out but it faded away quickly.  One side looks really good and the other side it’s still red.  I think a haircut tomorrow probably isn’t the best thing but there will be no neck shaving with a razor blade. 

Supper last night was two frozen White Castle cheeseburgers.  I added some Sizzling Cheeseburger chips in from Doritos and it wasn’t a bad meal but it wasn’t the best.  I was more of a desert fan and had a hot Apple Fritter.  Thinking about that I’ll bet a hot Apple Fritter with some Vanilla Ice Cream would be pretty good.  Might try that later on tonight. 

It is so hot and humid outside you can for sure tell that were back in August.  The poor AC has been running and I am glad that I have it & it’s functioning as designed.  The cats still love to feel the cold air from the vents and just sit in front of them and stare, soaking it all in.

Speaking of the cats, it’s been a day and there hasn’t been a fight thus far.  Here’s hoping we make it the whole day.  We played pretty hard last night.  Rudy was jumping and really got into playtime like I haven’t seen from him in a while.  He also hasn’t bit me on the chin again, which I am thankful for. 

Hope that all is well in your world and that we all have a great weekend.  Take care and thanks as always for stopping by.  Feel free to drop a comment, I don’t bite unless you want me to!

Pain in the Neck

Hey there thanks for stopping by and welcome in. 

My neck is doing okay.  I managed to resist the urge to apply anything to it yesterday.  I find that when I put on or take off my shirt that seems to aggravate things.  I feel itching and burning, kind of like if I think about it the symptoms seem to come on.  Looking in the mirror one side is pretty well cleared up while the other side is still bright red.  I noticed some additional peeling last night before bed.  I took another Benadryl capsule and my regular sleeping meds.  I did wake up briefly overnight at 3a.  I thought I would have problems going back to sleep but managed to pass out before I knew what hit me.  Woke up to a cat fight that was mild, I yelled and managed to go back to sleep. 

Rudy was with me for my wake up call.  He’s started a new habit with me that I will get to in a moment.  Last night he was grooming himself and I went to pet him twice and managed to scare him half to death.  He jumped and his tail puffed up.  I apologized and calmed him down.  He came over to me and gave me a couple licks on the face and then he bit my chin.  I figured that was just payback for scaring him.  Well this morning with his wake up routine I got licks and another chin bite.  Not sure if this is going to be a regular thing now.  It’s funny but it hurts a little.  It’s a love bite and he isn’t breaking the skin.  I kind of hope that this isn’t going to be a new habit.  Biscuits are great and licks are okay as well, even though sometimes they too are painful.  

Speaking of last night I was on track to get a shower but instead opted to watch a movie and it pulled me in.  The suggestion came from social media and it was spot on.  The movie is called The Pickup and it’s on Amazon Prime.  Pete Davidson and Eddie Murphy are in it.  I don’t laugh easy and this movie had me laughing at least twice.  It’s action and comedy.  If you watch it stay until the credit roll. 

I had more Fried Chicken last night and it felt like the meat tasted worse.  I ate a little bit of it but threw the rest out.  Finished up the mashed potatoes, have some coleslaw (which is delicious) and a biscuit left, along with 2 more pieces of Chicken.  I am going to eat the Coleslaw and probably the biscuit but the rest of the meal is going in the trash can.  I hate to do it but just can’t stomach it again.  Next time I will stick to original recipe and wait around for drumsticks if they don’t have them.  Never really had issues with KFC. Hope that this was an isolated experience. 

I am for sure getting a shower tonight, I’ve got a massage tomorrow evening.  Depending on how I feel I might tell the therapist to stay away from my neck.  I really don’t want to irritate my skin any more than it has to be.  Giving things a chance to calm down and while the redness probably won’t go away so long as the itching, burning and skin peeling stops I will be good with that for now. 

Last night I was reminded of one of the biggest lies you can tell yourself.  The words I will be happy when or I will be happy if.  Truth is you won’t be happy, you will always want something else. There is a song by Lazyboy that calls this out but right now I don’t know the name of the song.

Hope it’s a great day for all of us.  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!

KFC & Monday thus far

Morning!

I made the trip to KFC and wow disappointment. They only had Extra Crispy and only 3 legs.  I like all legs.  The coleslaw wasn’t as full as it’s been in the past, I’d go so far as to say it was half full.  This wasn’t as enjoyable of a meal as I had planned on.  I’ve got plenty left over and really don’t look forward to left overs.  Rudy was begging me for some of it though, it did smell good.

I spent the evening watching TV.  I had planned to do some writing but talked myself out of it.  I went to shave and Mora came in and sat on the bathmat, which is highly unusual.  I proceeded to the shower and she looked at me funny but I got in and pulled the curtain.  I peeked out after I started and she was sitting there just looking at me.  I got to work and when I was ready to get out she was gone.  That’s the first time since they moved in that I have taken a shower with the bathroom door open.  I haven’t done that since Gator left.  I just didn’t know what these two would do, I figured that at least one of them would try to join me in the shower.

All in all it was an enjoyable evening that was over way too quick.  Just wish my dinner was better. 

This morning I got my usual wake up call from Rudy, we made it out for breakfast and I got the day started. 

I’ve been busy for the past few hours tackling tasks but I am glad that I am finally done.  Now it’s just a matter of watching for any work that comes my way and thus far it’s super quiet.  My calendar is clear for the rest of the day and I hope it stays that way. 

I went up for a bathroom break a bit ago and saw Rudy waiting for me at the top of the steps on what I refer to as Rudy Duty.  I peeked out both the front and back windows for a quick check and all is well. 

Came back down to start typing this and just got an alert on my camera that an animal was at the front door.  I looked and it was our bunny rabbit.  Really surprised that it’s still in the area. 

We have cooler weather for a few days before we jump back to Hot August weather, at least that is what I heard while I was eating breakfast. 

I’ve got a massage scheduled on Friday and to keep up tradition I booked a haircut for Saturday morning.  That will force me to get up early and I should be able to get breakfast at my usual spot.  I kind of already have Saturday planned out.  Seeing my friends in the morning after my haircut and then home for some rest.  Afternoon will be a trip for some food at a place close by the office and then a trip into the office so I can turn a page on a calendar and see what if anything is on my desk.  Also need to drop off a card for a colleague who is retiring at the end of the month. 

Well guess I will get back to work and doing somethings that I really don’t enjoy but if I can accomplish what I want I am being proactive and it should keep me in a good spot. 

Hope it’s a great day for all of us.  I don’t know about you but I am ready for the weekend again.  Take care!

 

 

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!

Traffic

Happy Saturday!  I hope it’s been a great day for you. 

All in all mine was okay.  I wound up getting woken up at 6a by trash trucks again, they showed up to pick up recycling.  For a second I thought it was Friday when I woke up but reality set in quickly.  Rudy wanted breakfast and I just gave in. 

I watched a little TV and then went back to bed.  Finally woke up around 10a and had my breakfast.  Don’t you know that Rudy asked for more food, as if I hadn’t fed him hours earlier.  I fed him again and he was really happy.  I think he things he got one over on me. 

My breakfast was a warmed Apple Fritter sprinkled with Cinnamon Sugar.  Washed that down with some Dark Chocolate Milk and had a Banana.  Then got my morning meds and lounged in my recliner.  Surfing You Tube once again and watching some mindless videos and some that were interesting.  Came across a couple different car auctions.  I like hearing auctioneers talk that is just pure entertainment to me, don’t know why but I like it. 

Several hours later I got up and passed out lunch for the cats.  I grabbed a soda and went back to my bedroom to continue watching You Tube. 

I knew when I wanted to leave and started getting ready for that at 3p.  I was out of the house a little after 3:30p.  It’s about a half hour drive on a normal day to the pizza place.  Damned if I didn’t disregard what GPS told me and went my usual route.  I wound up in not one but two traffic jams.  The first one was short and I was able to go around it.  The second one was closer to my destination and it went on for like 10 minutes.  People were loosing their minds, cutting in and out of traffic.  One car thought he was special and rode the shoulder.  It was all due to construction.  I said as I sat in the traffic jam I sure hope I get to see some cute guys that will make all of this worth it. 

Well I arrived and just like last time there were more girls working but they had a few guys.  A new guy walked out of the back, blond hair blue eyes and he had some meat on his bones and a very nice ass.  I took in the view and wished that I had taken a photo.  Seeing him was great but that was short lived he just popped out to clock in and then he went to the back where I couldn’t see him any longer.  My pizza came and it was hot & delicious.  I took some home and paid my bill.

On my way back home I stopped at the post office.  I saw a note on the front door, the place was supposed to be closed for maintenance but it was wide open.  I went in and grabbed my mail and got out of there.  That was a lucky break for me. 

My neck is back to giving me trouble.  I had a shower today and resisted putting anything on afterwards.  It itches and burns.  I had some minor skin peeling as well.  I’m starting to think this might have turned into something more than razor burn.  I got some prescription antibiotic my doc gave me a few months ago.  I am breaking that out to see if it helps.  If not then I might be going to the doc via the computer tomorrow.  I need this under control asap. 

It was nice to be able to relax and loaf.  I also turned my phone off for a short time as well.  I’ve gotten some work emails today, I was able to just file them away and keep on moving. 

Kind of lonely now that the day is winding down.  I wish I had kept with my original plans but that early morning wake up call did me in.  I could have forced myself but I honestly just wanted to relax.  So it was a me day.  I got in quality time with the cats. 

Speaking of which last night I was sitting on the couch watching TV and Rudy snuggled up with me.  He had Cheetos, which is what I call it when he grooms his back claws.  He chomps on them and it sounds like he is crunching on Cheetos.  I saw one claw that looked crooked.  Like he broke it.  There was a slight tinge of blood.  He let me touch it and mess with it for a few minutes before he told me to stop.  I got on my phone and looked, I didn’t know cats can break toes/claws and that requires a vet visit.  However, since he let me touch it I figured it was minor.  I went back at it and got a flashlight to help me.  I saw part of his claw was loose so I pulled it away, he wasn’t happy about that but I got it after a little bit of effort.  I watched it to see if he was bleeding but he wanted me to leave him alone at this point.  I hung on for a bit and didn’t see any blood.  I thought for a brief moment we were going to be headed to the vet.  Earlier on Thursday I saw something sticking out from between his toes on a back paw and I’m guessing this was it.  He was able to hide it from me but not for long.  I brushed both cats as well.  This time Rudy was just as furry as his sister. 

That’s my day in a nutshell.  I’m headed back up to put away laundry, get ready for bed.  I charged up my headphones which I haven’t gotten out in a long time.  I plan to listen to some music for a while.

Tomorrow will start and I will be making my usual morning rounds and getting a car wash.  I really don’t need it but hey I’m paying for it with my membership so might as well take full advantage of it.  I’ve already got my moneys worth.  I hope to see more cute guys that is a bonus for me.  Thinking of BBQ for supper tomorrow night, it’s closer and will keep me out of construction traffic. 

Have a good night!

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!