Strange nightmare

Happy Friday Eve!  Had an okay Wednesday evening.  Made a Stouffer’s side dish of bacon cheesy potatoes and had that for supper.  Just half of the dish.  I’ll eat the other half tonight.  It’s not bad with some occasional ranch and hot sauce.  The cats smelled the bacon and they were loving it but they have never tasted bacon on my watch.  Had some cake and milk for desert later in the evening. 

Watched YouTube and there wasn’t a whole lot of content.  Lots of stuff about the Government.  I watched a podcast that had some Senators on because they were taking over the Senate floor all night long.  That was a little interesting for a while.  I finally switched to some Night Court and then turned the TV off around 6p. 

I opted to write a story and wow when your imagination runs wild and your putting it down on paper the time does fly by rather quickly.  It’s a fun fantasy world that only exists in my mind and well I suppose on paper too.  Rudy wanted to help me he just loves pens and thinks they are toys.  However he snapped at my pen and it was all metal.  I heard it hit his teeth.  That had to hurt but he seemed unfazed.  I got him to curl up and go to sleep and then I went back to fantasy land. 

After a couple hours of that I had 20 minutes to kill before it was time for a shower and to wind down to bedtime.  I watched more Night Court. 

I opted not to take Melatonin last night and that proved to be a mistake.  I wound up waking up at 3a.  I tried to cuddle with Mora to get back to sleep but that didn’t work.  Eventually she left me and that’s when I turned on the TV to watch more Night Court.  Rudy was still in bed with me but he left and then came back.  I was up for another hour and wound up back asleep by 4:30a.  Rudy was in bed with me sleeping away at my feet. 

I’ve got no idea where my subconscious mind was but I had a true nightmare.  I had a daughter who was just born and looking at her birth certificate showed that she was born in September 2026.  Even in the dream I knew that was in the future and I was so confused.  I was never so glad to wake up.  The only kids I want have 4 paws and a tail and we already share a home.  My brother was in the dream and apparently we were all living together.  There were a couple people in the dream that I had no idea who they were.  Here’s hoping that I never have that dream again. 

Thursday morning I had nothing going but damn I’ve been working and just looked at the clock.  It’s time for Rudy’s lunch so I need to head up.  I usually pass out their lunch early and then eat a bit later and wind up taking a nap or at the very least lay down and watch TV. 

Things are calm at the moment but that can change on a moments notice.  My work computer is acting strange and the display is a bit off.  I’m guessing we have some internet circuit issues.  I rebooted both my home and work machines.  Took me forever to get connected again. 

Hope that your Thursday is going well and that your warm.  Hang in there gang we only got one more day until the weekend!  Talk with you all again soon.

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@ EL HOMO

Probably no surprise but I am at EL HOMO today and didn’t bother with going into the office.  I got in that mental space where I can do everything I need to here and it’s just a huge waste of time and money to travel.  I need to make an appearance soon so I will most likely go in next week.  Honestly, no one misses me and if anyone needs me they send an email or call.  I am reachable and quite responsive.  All of my work is getting done so I honestly see no harm in just staying put. There is only one meeting scheduled today and it’s just our usual yapping session where we give updates as to what were doing.  I loath this meeting but my boss feels it’s necessary so he can get the pulse of what everyone is doing.  He has no clue what anyone is doing he just likes to hear the yapping considering he interrupts everyone often and just loves to hear the sound of his own voice.  I could go the rest of my life and not hear his voice again and I’d be happy.  He and others often talk about personal stuff and we get off in the weeds on some tangent and that just makes the meeting drone on longer.   

I have moments where I feel okay and others where I feel like I am getting sick again.  I can’t help but think that the place I go for breakfast on Sunday is where the germs are hanging out but I could be wrong about that.  I could pick something up literally anywhere I go.  It’s kind of like back when I got COVID and my employer asked so where did you contract it at.  Hell I’ve got no idea.  I had my suspicions but can’t say precisely where it was.  I also don’t want to go around wearing a mask.  I know a lot of people are doing that now that were in Flu season.  If that should become a mandatory requirement again then I’d comply otherwise I am happy to take my chances, at least at the moment. 

I’ve managed to irritate my gum around a back tooth and it seems like there is always something between that tooth and the gum that I need to floss out.  It feels great to floss but I can tell based on feeling that I have irritated the gum.  I floss in that spot multiple times per day and I know that isn’t helping but I don’t like the feeling that there is something trapped there.  Hopefully my body will speed up healing in that area. 

My cyst is still hanging around but it’s a lot more manageable.  It does flair a bit now and then but it’s back to normal size.  It used to be a pouch that just filled with blood and was soft and pliable.  Now it’s just a small hard lump.  Mora seems to have a knack for smacking it with her nose when I am trying to drink and she thinks that I should be paying attention to her rather than quenching my thirst.  Other than that for the most part normal daily activity doesn’t bother me.  I did make finger guns the other day like I was shooting at the cats and for some reason that bothered it.  I just want it to stay like it is so that I can show the doc that it’s a cyst and not a varicose vein like he thought. 

My massage therapist reached out yesterday to try to get me to come in for an evening appointment she was suddenly available.  She is also pushing for an appointment on Friday.  Her kid just got over the virus and she said that things are back to normal.  I’d like to give it a bit more time before I go jumping back in and wind up catching something.  I don’t plan on seeing her until Valentine’s Day. 

I started taking Magnesium on a regular basis to help with sleep.  It also helps to relax muscles and while I am only taking a low dose I have noticed it does help with both the muscle knots and sleep.  I’ve still got the knots but they just aren’t as bothersome as they have been in the past.  It will be interesting to see how the next massage feels and if the pain is less intense.  This is something I did on my own and haven’t talked with my doc about.  I’ve taken Magnesium before but it was in the wrong form and it wound up seriously causing stomach issues as well as a horrible case of acid reflux.  However, it helped me sleep better. 

The news keeps reminding me that were only days away from The Super Bowl.  Whoopie do it is just another day for me.  So long as the grocery store is stocked on Sunday morning when I normally go I will be happy.  Depending on where I decide to go eat in the evening it might just help me get a table.  I’m thinking that The Olive Garden might not be terribly crowded but who knows what will sound good to my taste buds. 

No disrespect but I was thinking is it a coincidence that The Chinese New Year is the Year of the Snake and look at who we have for a President.  Kind of one in the same.  I am not a fan of snakes nor a fan of the Presidents either.  Sadly the Chinese New Year will change next year but sadly we will still be stuck with the same jackass that we have for a President.  It’s only been a little more than 2 weeks and he’s already caused so much chaos.  I shutter to think about what else he might do in the coming days/years.  Can’t wait until his term is over with and I like so many people can stop thinking about him and wondering what he is going to fuck up next. 

On a different note had Penne Abarata last night for supper it was pretty good.  Then had some Keebler Mint cookies (knock offs of the Girl Scouts Thin Mints) for desert to help take the spice away.  A bit later finished up my fresh canned peaches.  Not a bad meal at all. 

Coke came out with a new flavor of Sprite it’s like a cherry lime aid.  I bought it in the Zero (aka diet) formula a few weeks back and damn it was so good.  I picked up another 12 pack of it and damn if I didn’t manage to get the regular sugar version.  It tastes horrible and I can’t believe I made such a silly mistake.  I’ve been drinking diet soda for so long I can for sure taste when I get a regular soda.  Can’t believe I used to drink the sugary stuff more than I drink the diet stuff.  During the week I am on pretty much 2 cans per day.  The weekend I drink as much of it as I want.  However, since my water intake is down I can sure feel and tell a difference with my thirst. 

Got some man candy queued up for this afternoon and I hope that you enjoy.  Meanwhile I think I am headed up to take a break with the cats.  My nose is bothering me.  Both of the cats were worked up this morning and did their normal resting before I came downstairs.  That’s when playtime began and they sounded like they were tearing up the house.  If you like cat videos check out Penny the talking cat on YouTube.  She looks like both of my cats and the content is pretty good.  Not to mention her mom has some amazing decorating and carpentry skills.  I am so jealous!

Happy middle of the week!  Have a good day.

Hot & Cold

Happy Tuesday.  I didn’t realize it until late in the afternoon yesterday but we were in the 70’s.  From my living room window I saw people walking with t-shirt and shorts on I thought it was rather odd on a February day it is normally cold out.  That’s when I looked at my phone and saw the temp had climbed.  It’s like we went from Winter to Spring. 

Not exactly sure why but I went from comfy to hot several times overnight to the point where my body woke me up.  Each time Rudy was in bed with me sleep guarding me.  He started in at 5a when I woke up last and thought it was breakfast time.  I went back to bed and he begged me to get up and feed him.  By 6a he was on top of me patiently waiting until I gave in.  That didn’t happen until much closer to 7a.  He’s really something special and he knows it too. 

Not exactly sure what happened yesterday but working along in the morning I started to feel like crap.  I went upstairs and watched TV.  Managed to fall asleep in my chair and then an old co-worker called to wake me up.  The more I talked the worse I sounded.  I was pretty sure that I was getting sick but after lunch it passed.  I had some Chicken Noodle soup.  Rudy heard the can crack and thought he was getting a second lunch but I told him that sometimes I eat out of cans like he does.  As per usual the broth is/was too salty for me but I gulped some of it down and ate all of the noodles and chicken.  Hopefully, what ever that was is gone.  My nose has bothered me a little bit but for the most part I am fine. 

Had the Beef Stew I picked up from the store.  Looked like dog food but damn it was pretty good.  The microwave didn’t get it all hot but it was warm enough that a couple stirs and everything was fine.  I will look for that again.  It’s a great way to add a little variety to my otherwise boring evening meals.  I was thinking of going to Taco Bell or even back to Wendy’s the only thing that stopped me was the fact that I would have had to get behind the wheel and it was rush hour when I had those thoughts.  Traffic around here gets pretty hectic then and accidents go way up.  I didn’t want to be one of them and besides that I did want to at least try the Beef Stew. 

Cuddled with Mora and she got her belly rubs as she patiently waited for the clock to strike 6p so that she could get her treats.  I gave in a little early and got them for her and her brother.  Then I snuggled up with some Ice Cream.  Watched some old episodes of Night Court mixed in with some YouTube videos.  Kind of a boring night that matched the boring day. 

I think I am headed up for a bit to be with the cats and relax, until duty calls or it’s meeting time.  I’m sure I can get in some quality relaxing that is if the phone will leave me alone. 

Hope all is well and warm in your neck of the woods and your doing great.  Thanks for reading my yapping.  Talk with you all again soon.

The Weekend

Welcome back, hope that you had a great weekend.  Mine was pretty good but nothing spectacular happened. 

I got woke up early Saturday morning by an app on my phone that tracks Earthquakes.  It’s set to nearby stuff only so I don’t get alerted to all of the earthquakes that happen daily.  This is the third time the thing has misfired and got me out of bed.  I did some fine tuning on it and I’m giving it one more chance.  Next false alert and it’s gone.  Glad it’s a free app.  Since I had problems going back to bed you know that means that my Saturday plans went into the dumper. 

I was lazy and loafed as well as went back to bed.  Never did make it to see my friends.  I did get bothered a couple times with work stuff, so it was good I was close to a computer. 

Later in the day and hit up my usual Mexican place.  Service was lackluster.  They were busy and I kind of fell by the wayside.  My drink which was only a soda took forever but thankfully my food was right on time.  I scarfed it down like it was my last meal.  Not sure why I really wasn’t in any hurry.  Got the car washed.  Man that place was crowded and I saw a couple hot guys.  Glad the vehicle is clean but it won’t last long.  Rain is in the forecast this week, just my luck. 

Decided not to do any laundry this weekend as it looks like I can make it.  We have connected water meters and I’ve got an app that tells me how much water I am using.  Never in my life would have thought that I use nearly as much water as I do.  It’s just me and the cats.  They get water from a jug that I get from the store.  It’s just crazy but I suppose every drop counts.  It was nice to see the decline in usage.  But that won’t last terribly long as this weekend I will be doing laundry if I don’t give in during the week. 

It was a warmer day on Saturday but Sunday felt like Spring we were in the 60’s. 

Finished off The Recruit on Friday night that was really good!

Sunday just did the usual morning run.  Loafed when I got home and got in a nap.  Saw the cute guy at the restaurant and he’s got quite the rear view that I enjoy.  I kind of think he’s straight but hey I can still look and enjoy the view. 

Got minimal house cleaning done I just wasn’t feeling like engaging in anything.  Played on the computer and when it was time to eat.  I opted to make a Wendy’s run.  Enjoyed a Burger, Chili and Frosty for supper last night.  Both cats begged me but I never gave in.  They are so cute and I can’t fault them for trying. 

For me Sunday was the most enjoyable of the two days.  I was feeling fine but then this morning came along.  My cough has returned and so has all of the mucus.  I’m hoping it’s just allergies.  The only thing about getting out is that it’s a great way to pick up unwanted germs, especially this time of year.  Here’s hoping I was spared but I suppose I will know soon enough.  Last thing I want is to get sick again since I just got well. 

Picked up some store made Beef Stew yesterday and thinking of having it for supper tonight.  It’s been a long time since I had that dish.  Only wish is that I had some bread but I’ll make do. 

Planning to go to the office on Wednesday this week but like everything else in life that is subject to change.  It mostly depends on how I feel and my attitude.  It’s kind of a lot of jumping around for no reason at all and I consider it not only a waste of time but a waste of gas.  However, it’s important to keep up appearances.  Last time I was in only a couple people noticed me.  I like to stay in my office and not do much mingling, it’s safer that way.

At least I am no longer on-call and am very happy about that.  I am headed up for a bit to take an extra allergy pill to see if I can’t get my nose/throat under control and will probably work in nap.  Unless something comes in from work I probably won’t be back down here until the afternoon and I am more than okay with that.  I more enjoy spending time with the cats and I think they like that as well. 

Here’s to what I hope is a great week ahead for all.  Take care!

Best laid plans

Well looks like no massage for me.  My massage therapist has a sick kid and he’s got a virus.  She’s been in close contact with him (obviously) and while she doesn’t have any symptoms I don’t want to take any chances since I just got well.  I am not happy about that but it is what it is.  My next appointment won’t be until Valentine’s Day, that’s a long time to have a back ache. 

The good news is that I filed my taxes a short time ago.  That cost a pretty penny.  At least I can put it behind me.  Now just need to wait for confirmation that my returns were accepted and then wait for the money.  I like to get it over with as soon as I can not only because it’s uncomfortable but because of identity theft.

Guess I don’t have to rush supper I can have some frozen cuisine and watch some TV with the cats.  At least they will be happy. 

Cheers!

Work It–Friday

Ah the day that I have been waiting for is finally here, Friday!  Not just because it’s the last work day of the week but because I have a massage scheduled for later on this evening.  I wish I could just fast forward through the day and skip to that, which I consider to be the good part.  Despite some pain and soreness I know I will have I do rather enjoy getting the knots worked out.  I could stay on a massage table for hours not that my wallet could but I just get there and never want to leave.  I’d really like to fall asleep there, when I wake up I am sure I’d be super groggy but damn relaxed.  I’ve been in that super groggy state before that’s how I was when I was new but now that I am used to it I am more lightly groggy and it wears off quickly. 

Finished off the crappy pizza last night.  I won’t make that same mistake again.  Only decent frozen pizza I can say is consistent on flavor and turns out the same each time is Tombstone.  Not sure why the retailers in my area don’t all carry that brand.  However, I know one store that does and in fact I have one left in the freezer. 

The bigger quest is what should I eat tonight.  I’m thinking I will make it a sweet night and polish off a slice of cake or something quick and simple.  Last time I gulped down my dinner and it felt like it was starting to come back up when I was on the table.  I want to avoid that for sure.  I don’t plan on doing anything but vegging after the massage and going to bed, my day will be done. 

On the work front I’ve zipped through several things this morning.  One of which was finding more mistakes by my mistake making co-worker.  I kind of feel like he would fit right in Trump’s cabinet since he fucks up just like they do.  I guess it’s a good thing we don’t do anything that is life and death.  I just don’t get how after 5 years of me pointing out his fuck ups that the boss won’t do anything other than say bad boy you need to do better and call it a day.  I think of this and it’s kind of motivation to leave the job and let them wallow in their fuck ups.  Not gloating but I know that without me lots of things would fall apart.  They did when I was out with COVID and they do each time I get sick and am out for even one or two days.  Imagine that being the norm.  I know that eventually some heat would come and they would have to reform.  I am very much carrying them and yeah it’s kind of old but I guess life goes on. 

Started watching the new season of The Recruit last night on Netflix.  I am only three episodes in I believe.  It came time for me to take a shower and I paused it.  I plan to resume again later this evening and/or tomorrow.  I expect that it will be my weekend entertainment.  Seeing content like this on a more regular basis would make me feel like my money is being well spent on the subscription. 

Here’s hoping that today will fly by just a little faster than yesterday did.  I do hope that the calm theme from work continues.  This has been the most laid back week of on-call that I have had in a very long time.  Here’s hoping that I haven’t jinxed myself. 

Have a great weekend and be well!

Boring Day

Hey … Not that I am complaining but it’s been a boring day and those days always seem so much longer than an average day should be.  However, I was permitted to take a short nap and got lunch.  Things started to pile up while I was at lunch and I came back early.  Just got everything under control and then went on my daily surfing quest. 

Made a frozen pizza last night for supper.  The cats were underneath my feet and I had to shoo them away.  Last thing I want to do is injure one of them or myself while doing something simple like cooking dinner.  I sat with Mora on my lap and that 20 minutes it took to bake the house started to smell so good.  I was hopeful that the pizza would be awesome.  However, it was not nearly as good as it smelled.  I’ve got left overs and that’s tonight supper I think. 

Got in lots of cuddle time with Rudy today.  He came over and slept on my chest/lap like his sister does at lunch time.  That was a first.  Normally he climbs in my lap and then goes to sleep.  Something about watching a cat sleep is something I really enjoy.  I heard him breathing but when I put my finger in front of his nose I couldn’t feel a thing.  That was odd but I didn’t want to disturb him.  He woke up a short time later to do more bathing and readjust himself.  Sadly that’s when I needed to get back to work. 

It’s a cold rainy day here.  What’s left of the snow from earlier in the month that hasn’t melted is getting washed away.  Still need to get the vehicle washed.  It’s just been too cold for me to even consider that.  Now that we have thawed out a bit and temps are warmer I am thinking of getting this done over the weekend.  I had a poor experience years ago when it was cold and I drove through the car wash the windshield cracked, started small and then spread by the time I was out of the wash.  Ever since that I don’t go to car washes when it’s below freezing out.  Had a rental car that I turned the defrost on and the heat caused a small crack to spread.  Unless it’s necessary I don’t use defrost.  Besides that heat rises so I turn it on the floor and let it work it’s way up, that’s a trick from my late spouse.  Still serves me well to this day. 

Got to round up the trash and get the barrel out to the curb.  Then later tonight get a shower before bed.  Hoping that nothing gets in the way of my massage which is scheduled for tomorrow evening.  My poor back needs the work and I am looking forward to feeling some hot rocks working on the knots.  It will take up the bulk of the evening and I am okay with that.  Typically, Friday nights are calm regardless if I am on-call or not.  Fingers crossed for a good experience. 

Hope all is well in your world and that you are doing well.  Talk with you all again soon.

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The Sugar Wore Off

Welcome … Made it to the middle of the week.  That a good thing, I think.  Had some strange dreams last night.  Woke up to find both cats in bed with me.  Rudy was behind my back but sprang on top of me when he knew I was awake.  Mora just laid at my feet looking at me.

We all marched to the kitchen and I got working on breakfast.  Rudy was done with his pretty quickly and was begging me as I was heating water for my oatmeal.  He knew I was also going to get an Apple Fritter out and he wanted some of that sugary goodness.  However, I told him no. 

I sat down to enjoy my breakfast and Mora was eating hers.  The two of us seem to eat together more often than not.  It’s predictable and a routine that I look forward to. 

Not exactly sure why but the sugar from breakfast wore off and I am so tired now.  It also might have something to do with the fact that I have had hours of little to no work and have been watching TV while sticking by my computer. 

Took my first bathroom break a few moments ago and since I had a half hour to spare until it was meeting time, I opted to lay down.  I got the TV fired up and had plans for dozing off.  That’s when my phone went off and I had to come back down.  Took care of the work task and now I am bored again. 

Watched a cat video it’s one of those where the owner give a voice to the cat.  They talked about a ham sandwich and damn if that doesn’t sound so good.  Too bad I have no ham.  Kind of looking forward to lunch but more so just to get a break from the computer. 

I caught a little bit of the Kennedy confirmation hearing.  I can’t stand his messed up voice and hope that he’s not confirmed but just like you I am waiting and watching. 

Last evening was rather enjoyable.  Watched an episode of The Neighborhood recorded from Monday.  Found some other videos from YouTube to amuse me and finished up another story.  Although Rudy tried to play with my pen as I was writing. 

I got some decent porn yesterday and I just finished up watching a clip that I had viewed earlier.  It’s not exactly a surprise ending but I like to see it anyway.  I was watching the second scene that Helix released of Josh Brady.  I was really surprised he came back to film two scenes with them.  Not a fan of the mustache but he still looks good.  I was too tired to do anything other than watch.  It wasn’t long before I called it quits and it was lights out. 

Had Stouffer’s Spaghetti & Meatballs last night.  It was perfect.  Then later on had a few peaches from the jar that I broke open on Monday.  It took me a while to open that but despite Rudy’s begging and my lack of muscle I did manage to get the jar open.  That was one sweet reward.  I love fresh cold peaches and could have polished off the jar.  It will be all gone by the weekend for sure.

Well it’s about meeting time and then I will be headed up for lunch and my break.  Here’s hoping that this day is done soon.  I know I’m wishing my life away but I am ready to fast forward to Friday night as I am getting a massage. 

Stay warm and take care!

Talky Tuesday

Hey there and welcome! 

As I reheated my Red Lobster Fish and Biscuits, Rudy started dancing in the kitchen.  Guess he could smell the goodness and he wanted some.  He even begged me when I sat down at the table.  Never mind that I just fed him and he just ate.  I told him no and he wasn’t terribly happy about that.  I polished it all off despite the fact that some of it was cold.  I was hungry for it and it just didn’t matter.  It was cooked just lacking some warmth. 

I went in search of a good movie to watch and came up empty.  Nothing striking my fancy.  I watched some YouTube videos for a while to occupy time.  I saw a quiet window at 7p and opted to pick up writing a story.  Both cats were sleeping but Rudy woke up and then he wanted to play with pens and lay on the pad I was writing on.  He’s jealous of some paper and my pens.  It’s all about attention for him and hey I get it.  If I looked that cute I’d demand attention as well. 

Got in my shave and shower.  As per usual I thought my face was smooth but when I got in the shower to wash it I felt some stubble.  I hate that but just left it.  It’s not visible and even if it was no one is going to see me until the weekend so it won’t matter. 

Watched a political talk show before bed and that just reminded me of the crap state our country is in.  The orange man is going to fuck it all up and it doesn’t seem like there is anyone that is able to totally stop him.  Each day brings more news of what he’s done and honestly I think it’s way more than the average person can take or even comprehend.  We see what he’s doing but what isn’t he showing us.  It’s got to be an illusion to distract us from something else going on out of site, at least that is what I think.  Who knows for sure?  Not me.  I am not a fan of politics real world, office or otherwise.  They bring out the worst in people. 

To help calm me down and get me ready for bed I took in a couple more episodes of Night Court.  That did the trick and I was out.  I also had the bed all to myself which is very rare.  I almost didn’t know how to act that I was able to actually get comfortable.  I woke up with Rudy in bed and then on top of me.  He had to make sure I didn’t oversleep and this was the first morning I remembered to turn off the alarm clock. 

I got some Apple Fritters from Target and had put them on the table Sunday when I got home.  Rudy thought they were a play toy and was on the table to knock them to the floor and bat them all around.  Thankfully they were in a plastic protective case that was Rudy proof.  Well I had one of them this morning and as it warmed in the microwave Rudy started doing his begging dance.  That cats nose works almost too good.  Nice try but he didn’t get any.  It was delicious and I’ve got 3 more where that one came from. 

On the work front after my shower last night I heard my little voice say check your phone.  There won’t be anything there but you will have peace of mind.  Okay so I gave in and damn if there wasn’t something urgent waiting for me.  I was all set to relax and had to jump back into work mode.  Thankfully I wasn’t working all that long. 

My meeting yesterday got cancelled and it was pretty much a calm day and semi-boring day.  I’ve got 2 meetings today and am hoping for the same calm and semi-boring day.  Then a more relaxing evening. 

Here’s hoping your doing well and warm.  Take care!

The Flood Gates Opened

Morning … I made it to Red Lobster yesterday afternoon.  It was a nice drive up.  They weren’t busy and I got seated right away.  I sat in a booth by the window and it kind of felt a bit like I was sitting outside.  It was damn cold.  My waitress came over and got my order.  I got my cup of soup and she warned me that it was very hot.  I saw the butter in the base of it and just knew it was going to be delicious.  I cautiously took a few bites and yeah it was hot but damn it was good.  I finished the bowl, sniffles and all.  Soup always makes my nose run a bit.  As I sat and waited for my meal the flood gates of my nose opened up and I was constantly tending to my nose and sneezing.  That went on for hours, even after I got home.  Clearly I encountered something I was allergic to but not exactly sure what it was. 

I got my fish and ate that.  I could have polished off the whole meal but I used some restraint and brought home two pieces and some left over mashed potatoes, that will be supper tonight.  My waitress got me some bread to take home and some extra tartar sauce.  The price they get for soup is a bit on the high side but still I wanted it and ate it so I paid for it.  Really wanted a bowl instead of a cup but the bowl was just too pricy for me. 

Both cats greeted me when I got home.  I passed out their dinner before I left because I knew it would be close to normal feeding time when I got home.  They were both on me because they wanted treats.  Despite it being early I opened a new package and got them taken care of. 

Then it was time to work on me.  I took some extra allergy meds and use some nasal spray.  Ye old nose was still flowing heavy.  I just prayed that I wasn’t going to be sick in the morning.  I finally got it to calm down.  Once the extra allergy pill kicked in that dried everything up until I was ready to go to bed.  Then it started up again but I used a different nasal spray and that helped a little bit. 

I got my laundry put away and enjoyed a nice evening in front of the TV with both cats.  Brushed both of them.  They both enjoyed it but Rudy just wouldn’t sit still to let me finish.  Mora wanted me to only do one side and not the other.  Picky.  I was pleased with the amount of fur I got off of her.  Rudy doesn’t shed a whole lot.  However, he is the one who coughs periodically.  To me he is an excessive groomer and between that and bathing his sister it’s no mystery to me as to why he is the one with the cough. 

Watched a couple episodes of Night Court and by 10p I was starting to fade.  I climbed in bed and finished the current episode I was on and then turned out the lights.  I was out quickly and woke up around 1a but managed to roll over and get back to sleep.  Woke up around 5a and then Rudy woke me up at 6a.  Both times I rolled over and went back to sleep.  I woke up naturally before 7a and once again forgot about the alarm clock.  I was fixing my breakfast when it went off.  I headed back to my room and turned it off.  Then I was able to enjoy my breakfast.  That’s when Mora comes in and does her eating as well.  The cats played a little bit then sat drinking water together in front of the water fountain. 

Here I am on-call and available for the first crisis.  I’ve tackled a few things this morning already.  I hope it’s a calm day as Monday’s typically are a bit laid back.  Tuesday & Wednesday are much busier and Thursday’s & Friday’s are more relaxed.  This is all typical behavior but seems like it’s always a full moon and Friday the 13th when I am on call because all of the weird stuff happens.  Being on-call is a lot like gambling you just never know what is going to happen.  That my friends is why I don’t leave the house until the weekend when I am on-call unless it’s absolutely necessary.  Seems like I am always watching out for others but the favor isn’t reciprocated to me as much. 

I am happy to report I feel normal but my nose is still bothering me a little bit.  I really don’t want to be sick again.  There was talk in the news about something called snow mold.  As the snow melts away the mold becomes more airborne and folks with allergies begin to suffer.  I checked my list of things I am allergic to last night and mold isn’t on there but I have gotten sick from it before so I’d say I am allergic.  Perhaps it’s what is in the air and just allergies, if I will manage.  Time will certainly tell.  Were in for a warm day in the 50’s.  Nice to be out of the deep freeze.  I know that it’s probably just a matter of time before we go back because Winter is far from over. 

My cyst is still hanging around it was really bothering me again on Saturday and I once again almost poked it with a needle.  Had to talk myself down.  It’s better now but still flares up.

Best wishes for a great Monday for all.  Hoping that evening time rolls around quickly so I can enjoy my fish and hopefully relax a bit.  Thanks for dropping by, it means a lot to me to have you here.  Take care.

How it went

Hey there … Hope your weekend has been wonderful.  Mine has been just okay.  Saturday morning I woke up and opted to just stay home because it was too damn cold to get out.  Had breakfast here and hung out with the cats.  They seemed to like it.  Finished up The Night Agent on Netflix.  Just got my price increase notice this afternoon, $2 and some change.  Not horrible but not great either.  Got moving towards the afternoon.  Made it to the Mexican place that I wanted to visit.  Service was horrible just like it was when they had a place that was closer to home.  However, the chips and salsa tasted exactly the same and they were spot on.  I was pleased.  I couldn’t find what I wanted on the menu but ordered it and it was no problem.  The beans were cold but everything else was great.  Didn’t get charged for my soda or the extra food item I ordered, so it was a great deal for me.  My stomach was starting to give me fits as I waited for the check.  I knew that I would need to visit a restroom but I am not a fan of public restrooms and unless it’s a dire emergency I will pass.  Turns out that was a mistake on my part.  I had a 40 mile ride home and only made it part of the way before “the accident” occurred.  I was mad at myself but kept on the path to home. 

I almost had an automobile accident to boot.  I was in the fast lane and the dummy in front of me brake checked me twice.  There was plenty of room between us.  I went to go around them and damn if they didn’t change lanes with me.  They went over three lanes and I had to swerve to miss them.  It was a near miss.  I was pissed at them but quickly recovered and got back in the fast lane and pressed on the gas.  I was really going fast to get home. 

As I got closer to home I started game planning in my head for what needed to happen.  Of course I predicted that Mora would be waiting for me at the door and I was right.  She didn’t want to move but I was loud and moving fast so she knew I meant business.  Got in the bathroom and took my second shower of the day.  Cleaning up that mess was not fun but at least I had the forethought to close the door when I went into the bathroom otherwise I would have had cat company and that wouldn’t have been good. 

I got dressed and fed the cats.  Then went back out to grab the mail and their cat food.  The cat food store shelves were bare again, it feels like were back in the pandemic.  It didn’t help that there was a worker in the small isle crowding me.  Then came back home.  I had started working on laundry before I left for the restaurant and didn’t realize that I would have extra loads to do.  Plus it was the night I normally do dishes so the water company is going to love me along with the power company. 

As if I didn’t have enough fun already I opted to work on taxes.  That was a mess.  I made a mistake with how I prepared the state returns and had to scrap ‘em and start all over again.  Poor sweet Rudy opted to bug me and he felt my temper.  I was upset about that as well but we made up and I told him I was sorry.  I think I more confused him than hurt his feelings.  Turns out that I can’t file my taxes just yet I am waiting on some forms from the states to become available.  Likely next weekend I can get them filed.  The good news is that I am getting refunds and don’t have to pay anyone, which is normally not the case.  

Needless to say with all of that extra drama I had no problems getting to sleep.  Woke up a little early this morning with Rudy on top of me.  I stopped off at the bathroom and damn if the alarm clock didn’t go off.  That confused and interested the cats.  Not a sound they have heard that often.  I took care of that and then made my way to the kitchen where I passed out their breakfast. 

Got dressed and head out for my breakfast.  Went to a place that I hadn’t been to in a while.  Not a lot had changed but I was craving a specific menu item and got that.  Then it was off to Target where I never dreamed I could spend $100 but it happened today.  Then on to the grocery store, gas station and finally back home.  Put everything away, watched TV and went back to bed for a bit. 

Got up and passed out lunch.  Rudy let me know he was hungry.  Got them taken care of and then worked in getting my meds out for the week.  Then it was on to cleaning and trash duty.  Now I just threw in the last load of laundry.  The cats finally settled down and are in my office with me.  Mora is on a chair that she normally occupies.  Rudy is asleep on the floor.  Not sure how long that will last but I sure do enjoy the quiet and looking at how angelic they both look.  So sweet and innocent that is until their eyes open and they decided to start nagging me again. 

I originally wasn’t going out for supper when I was at the grocery store I decided it was just too damn cold.  However, it’s warmed up a bit since then and were just slightly above freezing.  I put some air in my tires and am thinking I will make a go to Red Lobster.  Soup and Fish sound pretty good.  Had a Pina Colada yogurt for lunch.  I normally get the real drink at Red Lobster but they changed ice machines a while back and they are still good but not as good as they used to be.  Here’s hoping that turns out to be a good experience. 

I am off to surf the web.  So not looking forward to next week but I know I will make it though somehow, someway.  It won’t be over as quick as I want it to be but at least there is an end in sight, it’s a million miles away now but each day will bring it closer.  

Hope your warm and well.  Ciao for now!