While getting ready this morning I found myself worrying that my furnace was failing, It needs to be working when they replace it to get the rebate. I was disturbed by a sound similar to a motor trying to turn over but soon realized it was accompanied by vibration which meant it came from the construction site down the block. Again, I am so grateful to not live on the closest side of the park, nor do I have to be home every day. Another thing I don’t understand is how great the construction integrity can be when they are building a multi story condo on a bog while it is frozen. How will it not settle and crack? The whole complex is very large and on the front of the property. As it rises from the property I see that balcony and window facings may allow a view of my yard.. sigh.
I had a few things happen at work that allowed for connection outside of ‘regular’ hours and others that left me setting boundaries around what I was willing to stress about and what I wasn’t.
Today was exciting for Subway lunch and a new chair. I have been testing different stool chairs, to not much success. Rae met me at her work to test chairs as the one I bought from them is not working for me. I found one that fits my lumbar needs and is beautiful. While deep in a file I heard wheels rolling down the highway and realized my new chair had arrived. The rest of the afternoon was so joyful. I am still trying too decide if I want the stand up adjustable stool to go with my desk.
I have to admit it made my day to get amusing texts and email from clients that are more like friends. I also got a lovely message from another director for the theatre and am grateful for all the love. It makes the sacrifices and personal touch worthwhile.
I was so excited to get invited to my Framily for dinner tonight. The problem for me is that I will always say things straight up. I don’t want to offend but I will also be honest. I had so much fun playing Patchwork, enjoyed a delicious meal and was thrilled that 16 year old Aiden wanted to come play doubles crib. Somewhere along the way a friend was hurt. I still am not sure how and am unclear if it is mine to fix. That is where things become very family. When you can only hope that the love is stronger than the moment.
Aiden and Sean and I played Taxi, a card game that left us laughing and I only hope things are good in the long run.
The skiff of snow tonight showed off the footprint of my oldest, nearly worn out Fluevogs. I am loathe to give them up but they are disintegrating each time I wear them.
Do you think that people know I love them even when I have an opinion about what they are doing?
triumphgal 