Fantastic Friday

Hey there … there’s nothing terribly special about today other than we finally made it to another Friday!  I love and live for the weekends or any time away from work.  I’m the happiest on the weekend, more so on Saturday though. 

Started watching the second season of The Night Agent on Netflix.  BTW I’ve seen a couple things on-line that there is a price increase coming.  Just in case your a subscriber like me keep your eye out.  I’ve not gotten any formal notice from Netflix as of now.  This is pretty good series.  Episodes are an hour each and I am only half way on the 3rd episode.  I opted to pause it and pick back up today rather than continuing to watch as I drifted off to sleep. 

Got in both play and cuddle time with both cats last night.  Both were extra vocal with me at different points in the evening.  They both tag teamed me to pass out treats early as they gave me “the look” and nothing like guilt to compel me to give in.  I can and have said no to both of them but it depends on their request.  Both have learned how to finagle me into giving up and giving them what they want.  However, there are times that no matter what they do I won’t give in.  Begging at the table is a prime example.

Yesterday was one of those work days that just lingered.  I had occasional spring to action requests but for the most part I was left alone.  Although when I tried to catch a nap at lunch time I was pestered consistently giving more credibility to my theory that my phone knows what I am up to.  I anticipate today to by much of the same and I am savoring and enjoying my down time, wishing that it could last a little longer like another month.  Nothing wrong with dreaming it’s free!

The clicking in my neck sadly continues today.  It drove me crazy yesterday and I figured with a pillow adjustment that a good nights sleep would fix things.  However, I was wrong.  I broke out the massager this morning and ran it over my neck.  That helped a little bit but still a head turn equals a pop.  It doesn’t hurt it’s just annoying.  Kind of like my knees that pop and creek when I use the stairs.  They have done that since I was a kid and it is just something I have gotten used to. 

It’s been a few days since I wrote about my cyst.  It’s still hanging on but has deflated a bit.  It bothers me the most when I first wake up but once I get going things are okay.  There is still a mass or lump and it hurts if I press on it but it’s gotten a lot less sensitive.  It’s on my list of things to mention to the doctor when I see him late next month. 

Now on to a more touchy subject.  Politics.  I’ve been watching as I am sure the rest of America and the world has as The Donald has been in office.  It’s no surprise to me that his approval rating has dropped from when he was elected to now that he is in power.  He is putting on his usual shock and aw show.  Which makes me wonder what he is trying to distract us from focusing on that he is doing while all of the shock and aw is going on.  I’m no fan of his and never have been.  I do think that when his term is up that it might take two presidential terms, if not longer to fix everything that he manages to fuck up.  I think that America is headed for FUBAR (Fucked Up Beyond All Recognition) status now that he is in power.  One of my favorite journalist Rachel Maddow is back on the air for the first 100 days of Trumps term.  I’ve been watching her nightly and it has been nothing short of scary to see and hear all of the things that The Donald has done thus far.  I hope that the majority of those in power are able to keep their sanity as well as us citizens and we can all get through this together.  I’m glad my late spouse is not alive to see all of this BS.  These truly are different and strange times we are living in!

Now that it’s warmed up a bit during the day time, I am thinking of traveling to that Mexican place by the office tomorrow.  I’ve been craving their salsa and chips for the longest time.  Not to mention the food.  I’ve got to make a cat food run for sure tomorrow.  Also thinking of getting up early and having a quick breakfast bite out and then going to see my friends, haven’t been to the shop since last year.  Largely plan to loaf and relax tomorrow.  Sunday I am thinking of heading to Red Lobster.  Craving some Clam Chowder which I get infrequently.  I last enjoyed it two years ago.  Planning is fun but it’s better to see what happens in reality and if I can make my plans actually happen.

I hope that you have an enjoyable weekend and can stay healthy & warm.  Take good care of you!

Popping this morning

Hi and welcome in!  I had a bout of insomnia last night.  Since my bedroom is mostly dark at night I take small steps just incase there is a cat on the floor.  I also feel in my recliner before I sit down.  I was glad I did that last night because Mora was there all comfy cozy.  Not a usual spot where she rests but I know that both cats do sleep there occasionally.  I know that if I would have sat down I probably would have been bitten or scratched and considering I was naked everything would have been fair game.  Since I saw her there I told her to stay put and I got back in bed and turned on the TV.  As soon as I got comfy she got up.  Typical cat.  I got up and took her spot before she had a chance to change her mind.  She opted to roam the house and play since I was awake.  Rudy stayed in bed and just waited patiently for me to return.  Mora came back to bed and stretched out where my feet go.  Just as she got comfy is when I decided to climb back into bed and go back to sleep.  She moved but wasn’t terribly happy about it. 

My body woke me up several hours later about a half hour too early from the time I would normally get up.  I just closed my eyes and waited.  Eventually I attracted Rudy’s attention and since he knew I was awake he started making biscuits.  We got a few minutes of cuddle time and he smiled at me.  He’s always so happy in the morning, doesn’t matter the day of the week.  I think he is more pleased that it’s time to eat than anything but for all I know he’s just happy I am awake or perhaps both. 

I rolled out of bed and made my way to the bathroom where Rudy started his begging dance where he paces a little bit then jumps on my leg and just looks at me cute and with that smile.  I told him I’d take care of him and that he’s never going to starve as long as I am around.  He gets impatient and must think that I’m going to forget him. 

I feel more normal this morning than I have in a while.  I still have a cough but had no sinus congestion.  My neck is clicking and popping with almost every turn.  It doesn’t hurt just is annoying since it’s not the norm.  I’m used to a pop or crack once and a great while.  Hopefully that will calm down as the day wears on. 

Today is an easy day at work at least from the look of my calendar.  I’ve taken care of a couple of issues that have popped up but I’ve only got one task and I usually put that off until the afternoon.  Meanwhile I can take a break and hope that I am not needed.  If that turns out to be the case then I get time away from the screens if I choose to take it and trust me when I say I will be taking it.  Tomorrow looks a lot like today but I have a couple more things to do.  One thing I have learned is that you can plan all you want but the day has plans of it’s own and usually no two days are a like.  However, I am taking advantage of every break or ability to get away this week while I can.  Next week I won’t have that luxury since I’ll be back on-call.  I hate that but then again so does everyone else that has that responsibility.  Sadly it’s not going anywhere.  If I ever would change jobs I’d look for something that didn’t have an on-call responsibility but it’s quite common in IT to have that requirement.  Just that I am not on the front line, those folks really get bothered every damn day of the week and there is no rest on the weekends.  So while I complain I know that it can always be far worse than it is.  The others on my team have no idea what that feels like (to be the front line). 

Our temperatures have normalized but I know that more cold is coming.  Still before I take out the trash I will be pulling the battery charger off the vehicle.  It should be fine come Saturday when I am ready to leave again. 

Hoping that it’s a great quiet day and that I can relax more than I work.  I hope the same for you.  Stay warm & well!

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Still Cold

Morning … It’s still super cold here but were supposed to almost be above freezing today.  Of course once the day turns to night it will be back in the freezer. 

The colder temperatures aren’t good for my skin, it dries out especially my hands.  I am not a big fan of gloves so it’s kind of my own fault.  I hate the winter itch and I’ve had it already and ready to kick it to the curb.  Not much of a hand lotion kind of guy, that sticky feeling sucks.  However, I will be putting some on because I know my skin is crying out for help. 

I’ve still got my cough and feel some sinus pressure and have had a couple minor headaches.  Not sure what did it to me but something I ate yesterday didn’t agree with me.  I feel fine now (other than the sinus stuff).  Kleenex is sure making a profit off of me, I’m going through tissues like they are going out of style. 

On the work front yesterday I got a surprise that one of my last two office friends was leaving.  Yesterday was her last day.  Sadly she only came into the office after the pandemic sparsely and worked from home.  She was just mandated to come back and they also changed her job duties to something she had no idea on how to do, so she left.  This place is turning into some place that I am slowly starting not to recognize.  Lots of dumb policies and rules.  I really don’t want to start over but hearing stuff like this just further cements that bad taste in my mouth.  I am happy to have a job but if I didn’t need the money I sure wouldn’t work where I am.  As they say, this too shall pass and life will go on. 

I should be in the office today and had planned for it last week but based on the cold and the way I feel I opted to just stay put.  Less contact with germs and I can be closer to the cats as well as relax a little bit. 

I only have one dumb meeting today and hope that it passes quickly with no “bad news”.  Not sure about you but I am already over not only winter but this year.  Ready to fast forward a bit even though it would age me. 

Didn’t really want to eat supper last night.  Had some yogurt and a muffin.  Then later snacked on some yogurt pretzels and a Diet Root Beer.  Had to fend off Rudy who really wanted to check out the pretzels.  If I didn’t know better I would think he wasn’t being fed.  His stomach wasn’t being kind to him yesterday so I imagine he might have been a little hungry but he got treats. 

Well here’s hoping that today is just “an average day” and there are no more unpleasant surprises.  I wouldn’t mind a positive surprise but then again I don’t know anyone who would object to a positive surprise. 

Hope that all is well in your world, that your comfortable and well.  Thanks for dropping by. 

Cold & Goofy

Ah, Monday was a nice day for the most part.  I fed the cats had some breakfast myself and then we watched TV.  Eventually I wound up going back to bed.  Super cold outside and I was in no hurry to get out in that mess. 

Watched several movies the best one was Blended on Netflix.  I have wanted to see this for a long time but kept putting it off.  It was funny and cute. 

Passed out lunch for the cats and grabbed a snack for me.  Then it was back in front of the TV.  Eventually I saw that time was ticking and I just had to get moving. 

I made a special trip to Walgreens just for cough drops, figured might as well since I seem to forget them.  Don’t you know they didn’t have any Halls brand just Walgreens brand but they are “equivalent” to Halls but I’m brand loyal but settled for Walgreens brand just because it was my only option.  Paying for them was quite the challenge because the lady in front of me was using an AMEX card and she was having all sorts of problems.  Eventually another cashier came out and took care of me. 

After that trip it was on to Sam’s club.  I needed/wanted 3 things and damn if I didn’t get them all.  Soda, Trash Bags and Otis Spunkmeyer muffins.  I stayed away from the Sam’s Club Bakery that is just temptation I didn’t need.  Never thought I’d eat an Otis Spunkmeyer muffin again but that all changed yesterday.  They are so good.  Check out was easy and quick. 

Finally back home and only had one more trip out to make but it was a couple hours later.  I grabbed some food.  Went to a local Pasta Place that makes Cannelloni the authentic way, got 3 pieces of that and a soda.  It used to come with soup or salad and I got Chicken Noodle Soup.  It was good but I didn’t realize I was charged $5 for that.  I was not happy but still paid the bill without any argument.  I don’t go to that place very often just because they have gotten pricy.  I was happy with my meal just not the bill.  Made my way back home. 

We were going to have some super cold weather and well it’s still on going so I decided to hook up the car battery to a charger.  It was hooked up over the weekend as well.  Super cold just doesn’t play well with this automobile.  The battery gets zapped pretty quick.  I kept worrying about it and then later in the evening got out my test tool.  Ran the whole system through a test and everything is working, the battery just needed to be charged.  Still got 72% life in the battery.  I put the charger back on and left it.  I checked on it this morning and it’s all done just trickle charging now and I’m leaving it that way until I leave the house next.  It’s not going to hurt anything. 

Turned on my laptop just because I wanted to see if I missed anything in porn and damn if it didn’t go goofy on me.  Couldn’t connect to my Microsoft account and it told me to dismiss the lock screen, then poof it was like it was reset.  I got everything back to the way I wanted it and rebooted.  Damn if it didn’t go right back to being reset.  I got sick of that and forced a reset on it.  Everything was back to normal but it was 9:30p and I needed to scoot off to bed.  Not sure why things went south, it’s been solid for the 2 years I have had it. 

Got everything reset almost to the way I want it.  There is a piece of software that I want to install the install happens but the company went out of business so it can’t verify my license key.  So I can’t use that software but it’s okay. 

The cats have been brushed and nails trimmed.  I’ve done nothing but clean up after them for a couple days.  Not sure why they still have hairballs after all of the fur I got off of them.  Mora was the worst.  I’ll be going back over both of them again just to see if I can get any more off of them.  I cleaned out the water fountain and am wondering if that might be what is making them sick.  If this continues I will be tossing that in the dishwasher for good measure. 

Got the furnace turned up 2 degrees and it’s nice and toasty in here.  Everyone was a little chilly this morning.  However, that isn’t the case now.  I am kind of a little bit too hot.  Scared to go upstairs to see how warm it is up there since hot air rises.  I just wanted the place to be comfy. 

I think I am staying home this week just because it’s way too cold to get out and honestly no one is going to miss me.  I will be trapped here next week because I will be on-call but hey it’s all good, I can manage.  Plus it will help keep me away from the germs or so I think. 

Back to the fun today and thus far it’s been calm so far.  I’ve got a couple meetings this afternoon.  I don’t plan on doing a whole lot today but am present if something should erupt. 

Heading up to check on the cats and use the restroom.  They will probably want lunch but it’s a bit early.  Really enjoyed having the extra day, wish every weekend was like that. 

I do hope that you are well and warm.  I also hope that you had a great weekend.  Thanks for dropping by.  Talk with you all again soon.

The last laugh

Friday afternoon was not a whole lot of fun.  Things were calm and boring at work.  I decided that I would have some fun on Only Fans and check out a former porn star.  I subscribed to his OF and then my internet went down.  This was 3p and it didn’t come back up until 7a on Saturday. 

I had to get connected for work never mind porn.  Thankfully I turned on the hotspot on my phone and was able to login with my laptop to work.  I also connected my Roku player and was able to stream content so I wasn’t stuck bored with absolutely nothing to do. 

That pretty much took care of Friday night.  I couldn’t sleep very well because I was concerned about the internet but I had no control over that.  I woke up a couple times during the night and it was still down. 

Woke up at my normal time and decided to just get up and get ready.  I showered and just waited for my haircut time and left.  As I looked out my front yard I saw something sticking out of the snow but couldn’t identify what it was.  When I left for my haircut I got a closer look.  Those kids that cleared my driveway left one of their shovels.  They actually buried it with the snow they were clearing.  Looks like I got the last laugh there because it’s a nice shovel, not that I will ever use it.  I kind of felt like calling the guy up and holding the shovel for ransom but I know that wouldn’t go anywhere so I am just telling you about it and keeping the shovel.  I thought it was quite funny. 

After my haircut I went for Blueberry Pancakes that I had been craving.  It was damn cold outside but wasn’t a whole lot warmer inside of the restaurant I went to.  A hot young blonde stud came in with a small family.  Of course he sat facing me so I never got to look at his rear end but damn I just imagined that he was probably hung because he was super skinny and had the deepest voice.  He probably was somewhere between 18 and 20 if I had to guess.  I enjoyed breakfast and behaved myself. 

Next stop was the post office and wow there was a lot of mail.  Of course I get home and got an email that a package of medicine was just delivered.  I debated if I should go back.  However, I was in my nice warm home and there was no way I was going right back out. 

I loafed with the cats as we waited for the Amazon person to arrive.  I got immersed in a new series on Amazon called Cross.  It’s a mini series based about homicides that play out in the cast of characters.  It does get pretty sick and twisted but I was roped in and just finished it this morning.  Lots of plot twists and turns that kept me wanting more.  I hope they make a second season of this show. 

Went out for BBQ in the afternoon.  The meal it’s self was horrible but I didn’t leave hungry but didn’t exactly enjoy my meal.  An older guy walked in and my little voice spoke to me to buy his meal.  I haven’t done that kind deed in several months.  I got his waitresses attention about the time I was wrapping up with my meal and paid his bill.  She asked me why I was paying and I told her it was a random act of kindness.  I told her my line about the magic trick and about all of the crazy ass responses I’ve gotten.  Nothing could prepare me for the response I was going to get from this guy.  Once I paid my bill I got up and walked over and threw my line on him.  He told me that he doesn’t like magic.  I told him that I made his bill disappear and he just looked at me and said okay.  He acted like he didn’t believe me.  I said I really paid your bill. He just said yeah, okay whatever.  I told his waitress that she would have to explain it to him.  That is the first time I didn’t get a thank you.  That bothered me but I know I did the right thing.  My little voice doesn’t typically lead me in the wrong direction.  His bill was peanuts so it’s not like it’s going to break me. 

After doing that kind deed you’d think the universe would be kind to me.  Nope I went back to grab my medicine from the post office and damn if I didn’t step in chewing gum.  I didn’t figure that out until I got inside of the house and my shoes were sticking to the carpet.  Why do people not use trash cans. 

I worked on laundry and got on Only Fans.  Damn it was late when I was done like 10p and I came down around 5p. I did break to pass out cat treats and throw the laundry into the dryer.  I was just determined to make my way to the end of the page.  There was lots of good content but most of it was solo.  I was all horned up but damn tired.  I gathered the laundry headed up and the cats followed me.  It was time for bed.  I had zero energy left.  Just watched a little TV and I was out. 

Rudy woke me this morning and I hit snooze on him. He gave me 15 additional minutes before he began his biscuit making routine.  I got up and passed out breakfast for them.  I got dressed, took my pills and headed out for breakfast.  The car said the outside temp was 11.  I was damn cold and after I ate and was on my way to the grocery store the outside temp was 10.  It’s supposed to just get colder all day long.  Although right now it’s 13 and windy.  The high for today is 22 but I don’t think we are going to see it and the low is 5. 

Silly me decided that I would go to a favorite chain Mexican place.  The problem is that this place is not terribly far from work so it’s about 40 miles from home.  The food is good but I don’t know that it’s worth the trip but my taste buds are telling me to go, but my body says stay home.  I am going to venture out for a bite to eat just not sure that today is the day I am going to that Mexican place.  Might just go to a place that is closer to home. 

I’ve had my nap after the grocery store and gotten my medicine out as well as cleaned the house.  Came down to do more laundry and play on the computer.  I found a podcast called Out ‘N Proud on YouTube.  The hosts are two hot blond kids and of course they have Only Fans accounts.  One of them said that he was really super hung and well I got curious.  I signed up for his OF and turns out he’s a total tease.  He never shows the goods just photos of him hard in underwear.  I didn’t pay that much for joining but damn I did feel like a sucker.  I was afraid he would have all PPV content but he doesn’t.  Everything he has is just a tease to get you worked up and of course take your money.  That and apparently PPV content is the new thing that younger generation is using to make their wealth.  I felt like a sucker for giving into my hormones and joining but you do get what you pay for. 

Oh yeah, the Amazon person did come yesterday.  I got a new heater for my office in the basement.  It’s Chinese made and while it works it’s nothing like the USA brands that I have seen before nor does it work exactly the same, close but not the same.  It was also a disaster to get the base on the thing but after much trial and error I succeeded.  The one thing that I do like about it is there is what I call a dead man switch.  As long as the switch is in contact with the floor the until will operate but the second it loose contact with the ground the unit grounds to a halt.  This thing seems to think that it’s 68 degrees in the basement and I’ve got a thermometer here that says different.  Not sure if this thing is in Fahrenheit or Celsius and there doesn’t seem to be a way to tell or change that.  Nevertheless it does put out some decent heat.  Once again it goes back to you get what you pay for. 

I want to make it to Sam’s Club tomorrow that’s my only goal for the day.  Thought about trying to grab lunch with a friend but talked myself out of that.  I may dine out tomorrow as well just because I can and it’s more enjoyable than eating at home.  Although it’s not going to be any warmer tomorrow than it is today.  Were not going to break out of the serious cold until Wednesday and even then the high is only 30.  Not sure about you but I am over winter already. 

Thanks for stopping by.  Hope that you are warm and well.  Take care!

Yay Friday

WELCOME … We made it to another Friday!  Here’s hoping that you’ve got a 3 day weekend due to the Martin Luther King Jr Holiday.  If not at least you have 2 days off, which is better than nothing. 

I got my massage last night and it was okay.  I was sore going in and sore coming out.  This morning I can for sure tell that I was worked over.  I am hopeful that in a day or two the soreness will subside.  As expected the massage gobbled up the bulk of my evening.

It’s always fun coming back home to see the cats and to get their reaction/greeting when I walk in the door.  They were both happy that I was home.

I had a decent nights sleep and was only up once to use the restroom.  I pounded the water after I came back home.  That’s one thing you want to do after a massage or those toxins will make you sick and considering I just got over something I didn’t want a repeat performance.  I always worry that what I consume in water after words won’t be enough so I tend to go overboard just to play it safe.  I’ve been sick from not drinking water after a massage a couple times and I vowed that will never happen again. 

Rudy was early with his wake up call and we got in some cuddle time.  I felt his motor turn on which is rare but it’s a joy to hear & feel.  Normally if it’s on it’s low and you can feel it if you touch him but otherwise you wouldn’t know.  I like a loud purring cat it’s calming and soothing plus lets me know they are happy. 

Since I was up early and got breakfast out of the way there was plenty of time to cuddle with Mora as well so they both got equal treatment. 

Were breaking out of the deep freeze here today and it’s going to be 50.  However, we have rain moving in overnight and once that stops tomorrow morning temperatures are going back to the deep freeze for a few days.  We might get some light snow but nothing major.  It won’t warm back up until around Wednesday next week.  That’s when I plan on being in the office next.  Something about going in on a Wednesday just feels right and the week seems to sail on by. 

Work is oddly silent this morning.  I took care of my morning tasks.  Next thing on my calendar is a meeting with the boss.  I missed out on that little bit of joy last month so he’s making up for it now.  I am hopeful that it will be a super quick call and won’t ruin my lunch or my weekend.  Lunch is up next after that call and then my calendar is clear for the rest of the day.  Of course I have my eyes open and ears out watching and waiting if something crops up.  Friday’s tend to be a little bit more chill than the rest of the week but regardless of the day or time of the calm, it can always get super busy without warning.  I am hopeful for a break it’s been a couple hellish weeks and calm would be much appreciated. 

I am waiting for the warm up before I go out to fetch the trash bin.  Not exactly sure what I am having for supper tonight.  I finished up the Chinese food last night.  Got a haircut on the books for tomorrow and otherwise nothing else scheduled for the weekend.  I’d like to be able to knock out a Sam’s Club run as well as my usual chores and eating out.  Looking forward to some loaf time where I just lounge and do nothing. 

The cyst is still hanging on.  For some reason it hurts like crazy when I first wake up but once I get moving the pain subsides.  It’s getting smaller so maybe with any luck I will be free of this thing over the weekend.  It’s really tough to resist shoving a needle in it but I just remind myself of all the ways that could go wrong.  Following through on continuing to resist is difficult but I’ll make it.  I’m not doing anything to treat it just using the wait and watch method.  That seems to be paying off despite patience not being my strong suite especially when it comes to medical issues with my body. 

Here’s hoping we all have an amazing and relaxing weekend.  Take care and thanks for stopping by!

Slowly Winding Down

Hi there.  It was a freezing ride home, I warmed up once I was about 15 minutes from home.  I broke out the gloves which I normally don’t wear.  The seat warmer felt good and so did the heat but I just had a hard time getting warm.  Once I got home and walked in the house that all changed and I went to super hot.  Partially because I was sitting in the sun. 

The cats greeted me as per usual.  Mora was walking up to the door and Rudy was in his box (it’s an Amazon box he loves).  I said the magic word of food and they both became anxious, which was expected. 

I got them fed and went to change clothes.  Then to put away the stuff from lunch that I didn’t eat and get logged into the computer.  My phone was chirping the whole way home and as per usual I wondered what fresh hell was waiting for me but turns out all was calm. 

As I waited for the business day to end so that I could finish up my work, I turned on the TV and watched Episode 2 of an Amazon series called On Call.  It’s a police drama based in Long Beach CA.  Very realistic with society today all though I don’t know much about gang life but imagine that was depicted accurately.  I was attracted to the guy who plays Officer Alex Diaz (played by Brandon Larracuente ) he had a shirtless scene and damn he’s really fine looking to me. 

Eventually the day ticked away and rather than jump into work I opted to grab a bite to eat.  It had only been about an hour and a half since I arrived home but Rudy wanted his supper.  They viewed the meal they got when I got home as a late lunch.  I gave in and put another can down.  Rudy ate part of that and still begged me for some Fettuccini.  I just ignored him and he tried but he eventually gave up.  I hated to do that but I wanted to eat too. 

I took care of work after dinner and then I jumped back into On Call.  They started an episode where a crazy teenager was racing through a subdivision and hit a dog.  The dog was in bad shape.  That was emotional to me.  I think they had to shoot the dog but I couldn’t watch that had to fast forward.  I started crying and had to pause the TV until I regained my composure.  I think had I not had any experience with pet loss that I might have been able to handle it but it was just too raw and real for me.  Anyway, I wound up finishing the series.  I hope they make another season it was a very well done show!  One thing I hated was the recap at the start of each episode, at least there was a skip button but still if you binge watch a show you don’t need the recap, just my opinion. 

Once that was over I wound up turning over to regular TV and saw St. Denis Medical on NBC it was good as usual.  Then on to FOX and watching DOC with Scott Wolf.  That pretty well took me to bed time. 

I was amazed that I seemed to have endless energy and never tired out all day long despite being up since 5a.  Even when it was bed time it was a little difficult to wind down.  However, once I had enough I fired up the white noise machine and said good night to the cats.  Turned out the light and rolled over.  Then I was out until around 2a when I had to use the restroom and still managed to get right back to sleep until 5a when I had to repeat things.  Rudy was in around 6:00a to wake me and I rolled over again and woke up a half hour later and after laying awake for a couple minutes to savor what was left, I got up and started moving. 

Did some Amazon shopping yesterday and have a space heather coming for my office.  The basement does get cold and it’s nice to kick on a space heater to get warm.  The one I ordered is similar to the one I have upstairs.  It’s got a remote and a thermostat as well as oscillation.  I think it will keep me quite comfy cozy.  Plus it’s got modern safety features.  Based on the weather forecast it sounds like I ordered it just in time.  We have another artic blast of cold air coming.  Minimal chance for more snow but it’s mostly super cold weather.  

Thus far it’s a quiet work day with nothing pending on my plate.  I do have a couple systems to backup but that is quick and easy, I usually put it off until after lunch.  Unless something comes rolling in that needs my attention for all intense and purposes I am free.  I know if I go to take a nap or decide to stray from home for even a quick minute that is when all hell will break loose so I just stay put and ready.  I’d rather be ready and waiting for a storm that never comes than to leave and not be able to handle a storm that came. 

The cyst is still hanging on.  It’s shrunk and not bothering me nearly as much today.  Hopefully, in a few more days it will be all gone.  There are times when I flex my arm a certain way it strikes the tendon and that really hurts like hell.  I did think seriously last night about breaking out a needle but I know I am better off not playing doctor with my own body, even though I think I know what I am doing.  I have no medical degree or training.  I’d hate to have to go to the ER and look like a fool because I decided to try to “fix” something and wound up creating a bigger problem. 

Looking forward to my massage this evening.  My upper back is aching and in need of some attention.  I long for the feeling of a warm rock being rubbed on my back or even a hot towel.  Hands are good too but I’d rather feel the rock.  Nothing sexual about a massage for me although if I had a hot guy for a massage therapist I might not be able to keep it together.  Finding a decent massage therapist is difficult and once you get one you want to hang on to them.  For me all of the good ones have happened to be women, which is fine.  I’d rather not have sexual tension.  It’s all about relief and relaxation for me.  This will take up the bulk of my evening but it’s so worth it. 

I’m off to see what the day has in store for me.  Here’s hoping that I remember tomorrow morning it will be Friday and not Saturday.  My massages usually happen on a Friday and it’s a great way to end a long trying week.  Hope you have a great Thursday! Thanks for stopping by.

At the office

Welcome!  Not sure why but I woke up at 5a and couldn’t go back to sleep.  I just threw in the towel and got up and started moving.  The cats were all too happy to eat breakfast at that hour but I am sure they are missing their lunch.  By the time I got ready it was 6:30a which is about the time that I would have wanted to leave if I had gotten up at 6a.  I headed out into the very cold and dark morning. 

The commute wasn’t a problem but the usual way in had some roadway changes since I last traveled the route.  I thought I was going to have a close call with a semi as it looked like the lane was shifting and ending.  However, I had plenty of room and all worked out fine.  Just got my heart racing for nothing.  I also hit the gas and that turbo kicked in quickly.  Got great parking. 

Once I arrived and made my way in I saw the card waiting for me to sign.  Begrudgingly I signed it but didn’t put in any long paragraphs like everyone else did.  It’s on it’s way and I am done.  I just imagined that if I didn’t sign it and word got back to my boss that something that petty would show up on my review that I wasn’t a team player.  I just don’t care for this particular co-worker.

After that was done I got logged in and took care of morning tasks.  Next thing you know I have been filing email and cleaning up my email.  Not exactly sure why but every once and a while I get kicks to get organized.  If I didn’t do that I wouldn’t have anything to do and I don’t want to sit here and do absolutely nothing. 

I am surprised that my energy level has kept up and I am not tired but I know that will be coming, it will probably hit tonight after I am home.  Shame but I have more work to do after hours.  I’ve got it all planned out so it should be quick and simple, fingers crossed.

Checked on the cats and they are in my bed, as per usual.  I turned the furnace up before I left so they would stay toasty warm all day long.  I am eager to see their faces and hear them welcome me home.  I know they will be hungry. 

Got a message yesterday that my massage for Friday is cancelled and I wasn’t happy about that but the good news is that I was able to get it moved to Thursday so I won’t be missing out.  I really need it given the time I spend in front of these screens and the snow removal.  I am all knotted up and looking forward to having most of that worked out when I get on the table tomorrow night. 

Looking forward to a 3 day weekend.  I booked a haircut for Saturday, let’s hope that the barber isn’t still sick.  I just hate being out with all of the viruses in circulation.  Last thing I want is to contract something else.  I need to stay well and able to work. 

As for my cyst it’s still there.  It shrunk in size from when it first showed up but it’s starting to bother me more.  I’ve got urgent care as an option but I hate to walk in there because that will be germ central.  I also wonder if they will actually try to drain it with a needle or just send me on my way and tell me to use warm compresses.  I am trying to be patient but the more it hurts and bothers me the more I lean towards getting to urgent care.  This thing has never been punctured before and I know if that happens it will likely be sore.  I just wish I didn’t have it or it at least would go back to being dormant like it has been for so many years.  It really sucks when I hit it on something and typing all day I am sure isn’t good for it.  Neither is trying to hold Mora when she wants to cuddle when I am watching TV in the evening. 

Well back to the fun for a couple more hours and then I will be on the road home.  I hope your having a good day and that you enjoy the Man Candy I posted. 

Stay warm & well. 

Man Candy - Enjoy

Terrific Tuesday

Welcome!  I had my Chinese food and the cats were both under my feet.  Not exactly sure why it summons them and they beg so much other than it just smells so good to them.  It was a nice change of pace for me and I’ve got plenty left over so I will be eating on it for a couple days. 

I caught Rudy last night on the kitchen sink.  I know he’s been jumping up on the counter and the stove.  I’ve had a couple times where I almost caught him but last night I just peeked in from the living room and yelled.  It got the job done.  I put out a sheet of tin foil in the hopes that will break him of his habit.  He’s going to be the one that gives me trouble as he ages.  He is rambunctious and really has that curiosity bug bad as of late.  I think it has something to do with getting older.  As long as he doesn’t get hurt or hurt his sister it’s all good but I’d really like to keep him off of the counter. 

I’ve been watching Night Court on Amazon Prime.  The original series from back in the 90’s.  My grandfather watched it and I never liked it when I was a kid.  It’s pretty comical today and while I get the humor it’s very rare that I laugh.  Something just has to strike me the right way to get that audible response. 

I spent considerable time on social media last night doom scrolling.  Mora interrupted me and got me back to reality.  At which time I opted to have a slice of Peanut Butter Pie and a glass of milk.  It hit the spot. 

I also got out something called “the original bed buddy” it’s a cloth type material filled with beads or rocks and there are two rope handles on each end.  It’s made for neck aches.  You throw it in the microwave and heat it up for 2 minutes.  It’s really come in handy when I have a neck ache.  Last night I figured I could use it as my “warm compress” on my hand to deal with this cyst.  It worked but it was a little too hot at times.  The cyst is smaller this morning but still present.  I might give it another go tonight.  Oddly enough the opposite hand feels like I’ve got a cysts there as well but there isn’t anything there.  I think it’s just sympathy pain.  Not the first time that’s happened.  Sure would be nice to be young again and not have to deal with aches and pains!

I got too hot during the night and woke up around 5a.  Never really made it back to sleep.  Tonight I’m turning the thermostat down a degree in the hopes that will help keep me comfy all night long.  Were going in to the negative digits and of course tomorrow is the day I am going into the office.  It’s going to be extra cold but I’ll manage.  Perhaps the ice cold Diet Mt. Dew I will be drinking on the way in will help warm me up.  If not my bun warmer (aka seat heater) and heater will help do the trick.  I do not relish getting up an hour early to make what I think is a pointless trip to waste my time but I do like getting out of the house. 

Since I am not on-call the week doesn’t have a whole lot too keep me terribly occupied but there is always a chance something will break or come up and the tide will shift.  It was kind of like that yesterday as I was trying to get away, I’d finish one thing and something else would come in.  Eventually I broke free. 

Sadly my boss added back to the calendar another years worth of dumb useless meetings twice per week.  I was kind of hoping he’d forget or had changed his mind but no such luck.  Got to listen to him ramble today twice and then again tomorrow.  It’s like the voice I can’t get away from. 

Hope that your warm and well on this Terrific Tuesday. 

Cyst on wrist

Hello & Welcome … I did make it to Olive Garden and I got the food I wanted.  However, it wasn’t nearly as good as it should have been.  It’s the way it was prepared, which was Olive Garden’s take on it and not the authentic way the dish is normally made.  I also only spotted one cute guy and that was when I was leaving and walking to my car.  He was ahead of me and I got a nice show for 40 or so seconds. 

I did spend some time with the cats and they got their treats, but it was delayed because I was caught up in the computer.  I didn’t brush them or trim their claws. 

I was never so happy when I broke out a new razor and got to remove all of the fur from my face.  It was starting to itch and I was ready to claw my face off.  It took a bit to shave but it was so worth the time.  I have thought about keeping it before but there is too much white and I never seem to make it past the itchy stage.  I don’t know how guys who have beards manage it seems awful to me but then again to each their own.  I’m a clean shaven guy and have always been.  I don’t mind a little stubble but after a week it’s all got to go. 

I watched some porn before bed and after that was done it wasn’t long after I was out like a light.  Kind of felt like a kid again, well almost. 

I woke up in the middle of the night to use the restroom and Rudy thought it was time to get up for breakfast.  I assured him that I knew how to tell time better than him and crawled back into bed.  He joined me.  Everything seemed quite normal to me, other than I had a slight cough and my nose was a little stuffy. 

A few hours later when I woke up I had the same slight cough and stuffy nose.  However, my left wrist hurt like hell.  That’s when I looked and saw that my cyst had flared up.  Thankfully this is NOT my dominant hand.  No doubt this was due to the snow shoveling that I did.  It’s a double whammy because it’s a varicose vein and has a cyst underneath it.  Normally if I just lift my hand in the air it decreases.  This however was hard and firm.  Shame I can’t have some fun and make it go away.  However, I moved on to getting breakfast out. 

As the day is moving on and now it’s afternoon it’s decreasing a little bit.  I found an urgent care near by that is connected to my doctors office network so if push comes to shove I can go there.  I would love to drain it and I’ve got syringes and sterile needles left over from cats so be able to poke it and try to drain it.  However, since I don’t know what I am doing I am sure I would inflict a lot of pain and probably wind up making things worse. 

I know for medical advice the internet is really not your friend but I turned there and it talks about wearing a brace to limit movement of your wrist.  As well as warm compresses if that fails then it’s either having it drained or cut out.  I think I could get a doctor to drain it but if it had to be removed I would need a hand surgeon for sure. 

Normally it’s just a slight lump that doesn’t bother me.  The last time it flared up I was a kid.  I remember hitting it with a phone book, you know the thick yellow pages.  I put it in a vice and tried to crush it that hurt like hell.  Went to the doctor then and he said it was a cyst but he didn’t do anything.  I’m surprised I didn’t get penicillin for it.  He just loved to inject that stuff like it was candy. 

I plan to have some Chinese food for supper which I know will get the cats begging me for food.  Watching some TV and trying some warm compresses on my wrist to see if that helps.

Right now work has suddenly heated up so back to the so called FUN.  Take care and thanks for stopping by!

Ye old weekend

SATURDAY

The guy I called about the snow removal never showed up. I was not pleased. However, at 7p on Friday I went out all dressed up and gave it my best shot. I got about half of the driveway cleared in an hour and a half. I took many breaks and was quite winded. Yet another reminder that my body isn’t what it used to be, then again I never did care much for manual labor. Finally, I said screw this and cleared a spot for the trash can and got it put out. I was inside by 8:45p and just wanted to go to bed. I got out of my sweaty clothes, took my medicine and called it a night. The cats wanted to play but I was in no mood for that I just wanted to pass out.

I had my insomnia kick in and I peeked at the driveway in the hopes that the guy had come after I went to bed but nope. I reached out to him this morning once Rudy told me it was time for breakfast. I was pissed because I counted on this guy and figured that he would have the common courtesy to call me if there was an issue. I had to leave a message and he did call back about two hours later. By then I had already started making calls to find someone.

Who knew that finding someone do to snow removal from a driveway was just as difficult as trying to find someone in the dating pool that was mutually interested. I called several places they were either closed until Monday or too damn tired from working the last 3 days and taking today off. Hey I get it after last night I know what hard work is in removing snow with a 3 inch layer of ice underneath it. There was easily a foot of snow out there .

Social media to the rescue I logged on and saw an ad, called and the kid said to text him my address and he would see me in a bit. Now to me that means within an hour, to the younger generation it means something totally different. I sent the text and asked who I should make the check out to. He said to make it out to him and not his company. Me thinks someone is hiding income. It was 9a when I called him and got the text sent off. In the hours that ticked by I began to experience serious doubts that he too was going to ghost me. I gave him space and around 11:30a I sent a text message asking for an ETA. Around 1:30p I got a response that said he was on his way. Turns out it was his brother and about 3 other guys, all easily in their mid twenties and uber hot. Keep in mind that I did half of the work for them last night. Still I was told the price was $65. Funny thing on social media it said residential driveways starting at $20. My choices were either to say no and try to negotiate and if they wouldn’t then tell them to pound sand OR I could just give in. I did the latter because it was the easiest option. It’ not like I didn’t have the money. They came to a zip code known for wealth and they fucked me but not in the way I wanted. On the bright side the driveway is clear, I was highly disappointed they didn’t put down any salt or chemical just did the basic shoveling. They polished things off in about 30 minutes but there were 4 of them and they were all young. The other bright thing is that I got some nice buns to view and they are on tape working so I can roll back in the archives if I want a refresher.

As you might imagine my back is quite sore and I know the work I did was done in the incorrect manner in that I bent over instead of letting my legs do the work. There was just something about bending over that gave me leverage to chip away at the layer of ice. There were plenty of neighbors out that saw me working and taking breaks, no one said a word to me. Back home (in my childhood home) we all knew each other and they neighbors would have asked if I wanted help instead of watching me struggle. Not having neighbors in your business is nice but having neighbors that wont help you because you don’t know them or maybe have talked once or twice, that really sucks.

I am still able to walk it just hurts like hell to get up and down. That’s going to be around for much longer than I want it to be. I’m putting some heat on it. I put on some Ben-gay but it was as if I just put powder on. Other than the smell I couldn’t feel a thing from it.

Back on track with the day. The kids left about 1:30p and that’s when I got naked and hopped into the shower. Holy cow that felt so damn good. It’s been a couple weeks since I shaved and I look hideous. I wanted to scrub my face well and then get some moisturizer on it. Did that and got dressed. 3 stops to make. I decided the most important stop had to come first and it’s was good thinking. The breaks I took last night I sat in the car, it wakes up and turns on lights inside and outside using up battery power. The battery was quite low and it barked at me when I went to start it. Started up fine. I went for my usual Mexican and the trip there is about 30 minutes via freeway. That did the trick to charge up the battery. When I was done and came back to start it up to leave the restaurant it was all happy and acted normal. Next stop was the post office and I had no mail, just as I had thought but stopped to double check. Then on to the pet food store. Damn that place looked like the grocery store last week. They didn’t have many varieties of food to choose from and to make it I had to buy some extra expensive Purina food. I know both cats will enjoy it but it really did a number on my wallet. I asked about salt because I wanted to put some down but the pet store was all sold out. I might have a look at the grocery store tomorrow, I know I will check on cat food to see if I can pick up a couple extra cans to add to the variety. The bigger question is will I remember cough drops?

Outside of the back ache I feel pretty damn good. I was all horned up on Friday but then got the idea to go shovel snow, that killed my mood quickly. Tonight I thought would be perfect I was kind of in the mood when I got home but opted to do some maintenance on my PC that took way longer than I wanted it to. In fact it’s still going and I am typing this post as a draft on my iPad at 10p from the comfort of my bedroom. I am tired but don’t want to give up the ghost just yet.

Watched The Pit on MAX.  Noah Wylie did an amazing job and I look forward to more episodes.  It’s kind of similar to ER but lots of different characters.  Check it out if your into Medical Drama’s or just a Noah Wylie fan like I am. 

SUNDAY

I was concerned that I would have ice on the driveway but concrete is mostly dry, there is a puddle at the end of the driveway on the street.  The more I look at the driveway those kids could have cleared more snow but it’s manageable to get in and out with ease.  I am just miffed that I forked out all that money for the job they did.  Yeah I could always stop payment on the check but I’m not going to do that.  It’s over and I just need to move on and get over it, that will happen with a little time.  At least I will be better prepared next time we get dumped on, probably will be a few more years down the road.  If it’s all snow then I think I can manage but the ice is what made it so difficult. 

Anyway… I went to my usual place for breakfast, got Biscuits & Gravy with 4 scrambled eggs on top.  I added a good dowsing of pepper to improve the taste as their gravy is a little bland for me.  Washed all that down with a diet soda. 

Then on to the grocery store where I got what I needed but damn if I didn’t forget cough drops again.  Not that I really need them now but it would be nice to have them on hand. I did at least remember to look for cat food but the store didn’t have much more variety to offer so I didn’t pick up anything extra for them.  They won’t starve but I like to provide some variety.   

Stopped off at the gas station to top off the tank.  2 gallons is all I needed and I was out of there and on my way home. 

Hooked the car battery up to a charger.  I could tell there was an issue when I closed the tailgate there were no chimes.  If you leave the gate up for a long period of time you will get that or if the battery is low you will also get that.  Battery was at 40%.  After a few hours were back at 100%. 

Groceries were put away and I watched some TV and took a nap.  Woke up early and didn’t want to get going but I talked myself into it.  My back feels slightly better, it’s still very sore. 

Medication is all set out, cats had their lunch, I had some Pina Colada Yoplait Yogurt.  That’s pretty good stuff but it would have been better if it was colder.  House has been cleaned and trash taken out.  Computer maintenance is done.  Working on laundry.  One of my shirts came out with something sticky on it.  Tried washing it again after spot treating it and that didn’t help.  Put some goo gone on it and worked that in, that got rid of the sicky stuff.  I think there might be a stain.  I am rewashing it for the third time.  It’s a fairly new shirt so I am not happy.  I’m sure it was something on my sweats that rubbed off in the wash, looked like a combo of cat hair mixed with a little chewing gum.  I didn’t chew any gum, it’s a mystery to me. 

Talked myself into going back to Olive Garden for supper.  Three Cheese Manicotti is what I am getting although I believe it’s actually Cannelloni, it’s a dish that I love and I’m interested to see how Olive Garden tastes.  Looking forward to some Pasta Faggioli and of course looking at buns of the cute waiters, hopefully there will be some working. 

Back home after that and I’ll be in until my pilgrimage to the office which I am planning for Wednesday but might switch up to Tuesday.  Thinking about that stupid card for my co-worker on the arrival of his kid and if it’s waiting for me I think I am just sending it back as if I had signed it but I am not going to sign it.  I could care less that he made a baby.  He’s back on Monday and will only be prone to making more mistakes because he won’t have a decent nights sleep because he will have to deal with the baby.  Kind of wish he would just take all of his leave now instead of switching it up but whatever. 

HUMOR

Little Johnny went to the dentist to have a tooth extracted. He gets in the chair and the dentist pulls out the needle and Johnny says no doc I can do needles. The dentist said okay we will use the mask and give you some gas. Johnny says I can’t do that either it makes me feel claustrophobic. The dentist says okay how about some Viagra? Johnny says I didn’t think that did anything for pain. The dentist said your right it doesn’t do anything for pain but it will give you something to hold on to while I rip that tooth out of your mouth! Just heard that one today and know for sure I can’t tell that one at work.

Hope you are having a great day and staying warm.  All the best for the week ahead.  May the headaches be few and the time be fast moving so we can get back to another weekend, which will be a 3 day weekend for me because on Monday the 20th it’s Martin Luther King Jr Day.  The last holiday I have until May.  Take care and thanks as always for stopping by!