Awoke to the knowledge that I would have to shovel my way out. It wasn’t too bad and I got to work in time to take care of my payroll obligations for the day. Finished the last file and assisted others on theirs via phone and email. My cousin Becky dropped off my new scent sachets for the Scentsy Wookiee I sleep with. Looking forward to that. I left just after 4 so I could have a asked potato at work before I started at 5. Rae-Anne trained me on taking drive Thru orders before she left and I was off to the races. It was something that I had originally asked her not to put me on as I was overwhelmed by all the options and whether my brain could process fast enough. As it turns out, I kind of rocked it. I upsold some and only got thrown when a Skip order came through there. They are supposed to go to the lobby til to pick up and it was a wow what do I do with this moment. Got through it with the great team and even decided to pick up the same shift tomorrow night. It was too funny when not once, but twice, girlfriends came through and we had a good laugh as it was not where they expected me to be. The only downside, sort of was that I had to shovel a lot at the end of my day, meaning I didn’t get in for something to eat and a rest until nearly 10:30. I am not going to go in early tomorrow though so I will be fine. All in all a good day.
Silly deer pushed over the fence again and were here looking at me as I was clearing the sidewalk. I thought I took a good picture but it was a little trippy as I was walking toward them, shooing them out. They were not the least bothered by me, and a lot bigger as well
I had planned to be at the office earlier today but as I stepped out of the shower and was brushing my hair, I heard a vehicle drive up followed by a knock at the door. It was Rae-Anne who pleasantly surprised me with an advent basket of gifts. We ended up having nearly an hour visit before she had to head off and I needed to get dressed and on my way. It is my cousin Joe’s 60th birthday today. For years, I would call him on his day. Along the way I even lost his number but I emailed and Facebooked him. Imagine my thrill when he responded with an amazing picture of our fathers together.
Gene and Toni
Work was work, got a lot done, enjoyed Natalia’s company now that we are both healthy again. I finally remembered to take a picture of the lovely decoration that Emmy made me
After work I came home for a bit and then headed to Key City for the Parkland Middle School band concert. Grades 7, 8 and 9 all performed. There were so many grade 7s that they had to split them into two bands! This makes my band geek heart so happy and they were all so good. Lukas was in the grade 8 bank playing Trumpet and I was so glad to finally be there to see him live. He was thrilled that all 9 family that were available were there.
Lukas
I was surprised that my solar lights were on. It is true that it was a beautiful sunny day but one was under snow!
I was up and off doing errands first thing this morning. Stopped at Hyundai to learn how to reset the service warning, to Shopper’s post office to mail a few items, and then to Community Connections to drop off a full shopping bag of toiletries, clothes and shoes for the women’s shelter. I am actually taking great satisfaction in this downsize process. The next thing was payroll and books before meeting the new owner of my prelit Christmas tree and passing it over. I am glad to find someone to buy it as it is too big for my space. Back to the office to finish off another big file. A small part of one left to go tomorrow is a great feeling. Came home before 6, had some leftovers, watched a few shows and am now ready for bed only 13 hours after getting out of it. I feel sniffly again so that is probably a great plan.
I slept until nearly noon, watched more Ted Lasso and then went out in the melty day to take down some of my Halloween decor and put up all of my Christmas inflatables. Unfortunately only two of the five, my oldest ones worked. I got my further away items ready to mail for Christmas and went to Shopper’s only to find I had missed the post office by 45 minutes. I wandered about for a bit and thankfully ran into Steph for a great in the aisle visit. She always fills my cup when I see her and look forward to making a plan next month to get together. Once home, I made a good meal and once again settled in to watch Ted. I am going to be very sad when it is over as it uplifts me completely. I sold my fake tree and they will pick it up tomorrow. It is too big for my space so now I have to figure out a fun alternative.
I slept amazingly, awoke rested and enjoyed my coffees while starting to watch Ted Lasso. Jason Sudeikis is brilliant in it. He carries this character without playing it for the comedy. He is just so real in an over the top role. It is charming and I am hooked. It feels nostalgic to pick up an Apple Remote.
I met Rae-Anne at the winter market in the arena and was there for over two hours. The rest of the family showed up and I enjoyed spending the time with Sawyer especially. I was able to finish off my Christmas shopping and pick up some fun things for me as well. It was nice to run into people I know and enjoy the festive atmosphere.
An author signing a book for Will’s gift and wrapping it in journal paper to hide it
Next stop was home to drop everything off and then head to my Pedicure appointment. Allison really is great and she takes the best care of Throbby Bobby. I have such soft feet and pretty sparkly red nails now.
From there it was off to Arby’s to relieve a young team member so he could go be in the parade. It wasn’t very busy but just right and I did so enjoy it for the 2.5 hours I was there. It is just the right kind of social for me.
I came home and have been binging Ted Lasso and just enjoying the peace and quiet knowing I do not have to work tomorrow. It was sunny and relatively warm today and if it is decent tomorrow I will put up my Christmas yard decorations. If it isn’t, maybe Christmas cards instead. Who knows, with all the energy, maybe both!
The best start to the day was weighing in and finding I have now lost 40.6 pounds since the 2nd of January 2022. It is a huge accomplishment and I decided to put some before and current pics on Facebook. The support was overwhelming and really boosted my state of mind.
I struggled with sleep last night, tossing and turning from 4 on until I finally just got up and headed to the office. I had a HUGE file to get finished today and had many other momentary interruptions. I did manage to break the back of it and send off questions to the client before my day was done, so that was a relief. I admit to succumbing to feeling sorry for myself and getting more and more drawn into the depths of sadness. Two of the women in the office were especially kind and let me vent. Just when I thought I was going to be done and leave before enjoying the open house to celebrate the new Makerspace, Danika and Emmy arrived with my veggies I’d ordered as a fund raiser and there were so many big hugs that it was impossible to be sad any longer. Emmy has lost her first tooth and has two more loose. She is just adorable. I hung around after they left and had great conversations, a couple beverages and a restoration of my good mood. I reached out to Rae-Anne and picked her up to go to ladies night at Morchella Market. We showed up just in time to avoid line-ups and thoroughly enjoyed our Espresso Martinis which were included in our $10 entry fee. I was the first one to sign up for a 15 minute session with the tuning fork lady. I know there was a more official name to what she does but I forget. I was skeptical but open to the process and was pleasantly surprised by the experience. The very first time she applied them to my left hand and right foot it felt like a pinball of energy up my spine and across my upper back which is where my stress gets carried. I breathed into it and all of the next ones radiated across my hips which is where the pain has been radiating in my sleep. I can only discern that the point of most resistance is what is touched. It really was remarkable and I look forward to seeing if it helps me sleep tonight. We shopped and laughed and had a good time before continuing a great visit at Rae’s house before I headed home. It was good to see all the boys and was stunning to see that Lukas is also taller than I am now!
The definition of depression for me is sinking into a feeling that I am not wanted around and that things will not change. Tonight I am reminded that I am in control of that. I am wanted, I am valued and I do have so much love around me. WORD.
I am obsessed about how close I am to a solid 40 pounds gone since Jan 2nd. The problem is I have had such a crazy schedule that I haven’t gone and bought fruit or healthy breakfast options in a while so I am mostly maintaining. I was happy to weigh in and have Noom give me a cheerful message this morning though.
I was jumping all over with files today, frustrated by not once but twice having to redo payroll as information was not given to me originally. Normally this wouldn’t be an issue, but I have a lot going on and don’t want to make a further problem. I let myself get too hungry and bitchy so when I had to take my car to the dealership to have the service done and the new proper roof rack installed, I stopped first to do a deposit for FPPAS and then at Arby’s for a sandwich to go. Wyatt from the dealership drove me back to work where I took the time to put up the tree outside my office. It makes me happy. I am still debating whether I am putting one up at home.
I must say I am thrilled to have my car back and looking sharp.
I assisted a loved one with some official paperwork and then one last client over the phone to get her file issues sorted before heading home which landed me there around 7:30 and I had dinner ready just after 8. It was tasty and I am relaxed now. Just started sneezing though so should probably go to bed as tomorrow is another crazy one. By the time Saturday rolls around I will have worked 14 in a row and I actually wrote on my calendar that day DO NOT WORK.
I nearly missed the fact that it was American Thanksgiving. I really do appreciate my friends who live there and want only happy for them.
This day was just so full of strange little moments… I don’t know what to dwell on, except the most important… Will is 11!
I was up and at it early, feeling almost normal, no more congestion. Got myself organized to head out, including pulling my USB fireplace out of the shed where it was buried with my Christmas decor (soon to make an appearance). Some time ago, my friend Diana responded to a Meme that she wished she had a fireplace, so of course I had to give her mine! I love her so much and all the encouragement that she fills my life with that there was nothing better than to put a simple smile on her face.
Before I left I took the time to shovel the thin layer of snow and spent time mesmerized by the sun creating thousands of diamonds glistening. I only wish my phone had captured the splendor.
Once at the office, I managed to break the back of a very large yearend by having a conference call with the two owners. I adore these young women and the great thing they are doing. I wish I could share more but suffice to say, I am thrilled to be part of their journey.
There was some frustration as I had to do an extra payroll to catch up sick days I was not made aware of for another company. I am grateful to know how to do that now through their payroll company.
While I was on my conference call, Cindy ordered us lunch and I enjoyed Taco Time and a nice visit with her over lunch. She is busy getting ready for the Open House on Friday to introduce the Makerspace to the public.
Another Christmas present arrived in the mail and I am always grateful when they are the good quality I hoped for through Etsy.
I did have a conflicted moment when I learned of an event I was not invited to coming up. I see why and why not but still wish I had been invited. I work hard not to take it personally, not to go to my default of, “of course they don’t want me there”. I want to think, ‘it’s their loss’, but that is hard to come by when I am not likely to throw myself a company
party of one lol.
After work I dropped by to give Will his birthday present. Poor bug showed up at the door in a mask to meet me as they have all been so sick. I hate not being able to have cake and cuddles but he backed into me for a squish and liked his Rock’em Sock’em Robots. I told him it was the game I really wanted when I was a kid as they first came out in 1964! I love that they are still popular and can’t wait to play with him.
Got home to find three very fat deer in my yard. They had pushed down and jumped over the bamboo fence at the back of the yard. I was stunned how not afraid of me they were as I clapped my hands and marched towards them. They trotted away and leapt the fence before just standing and looking at me like I was a bug on the windshield. I put the fence back up and braced it. We shall see what tomorrow brings.
I let my boss (Rae-Anne) know that I am taking the last part of a shift for an employee on Saturday so he can march in the Santa parade with cadets. She knows this is a sacrifice as I love parades so much but it is more important that he have this memory. I suspect my grandson Gene is in it too and I will be expecting someone in the family to take pictures.
I was excited when I checked my mail as I had received a card from my mom’s cousin Bea in England. She makes cards from her own paintings and it is always such a blessing to get one. I haven’t even begun my cards… they may end up digital this year, although I do love sending paper ones.
I enjoyed getting home and relaxing on the couch. I found myself researching and signing up for free on a couple dating sites. Argh, not sure what I am thinking, but worth the risk. (I may or may not share my adventures here, lol)
I was awake before my alarm, feeling so much better. The first stop of the day was Signal Collision to drop off my car so they could polish out a previous scratch, pro bono. They have great customer service and I will always choose them. Zip drove me back to the office where I worked my tush off between network issues. Things are being upgraded in the building which is ultimately good. That is the mantra I hold. At one point my watch buzzed that my car was unlocked so I automatically grabbed my phone and used the App to lock it. A while later it buzzed again, which I thought was odd and suddenly remembered it was at Signal! I chuckled and carried on. When they called to say it was ready and Zip would come get me, I laughed at the silly autonomic response. While in the car, I told him the story and he filled me in that JD was washing the car when I locked it and the keys were inside. They had to use a slim Jim to break into it and couldn’t figure out how he’d locked the keys inside. You know we had a good laugh. The whole shop chuckled when I told poor JD what had happened. I met Devlin, who was recommended to me to paint my Willys. He said he will put together a plan and a quote. I got more than 8 hours billable time in today which may be a record this month and I still have energy which tells me I am on the mend. Woot!
Came home and defrosted some Argentinian prawns, made penne and poured over a bottle of rosé sauce. It felt so good to eat a meal. I was grateful that Sean treated with Starbucks and Cobs this morning though!
While it is not the ‘Vid, I am not well. I woke up a 5, was at my desk by 7:30. Stayed to myself although Tech guys had to keep coming into my space due to changes in the system. I warned them and sanitized but still ground through the day. I got a great deal done, checked everything twice and headed home before 4:30. I have taken Tylenol Cold & Flu, my inhaler, tea and a few Perogies for dinner. I have a barking seal cough if I breath in fully. It is now not even 8 pm and I am planning to head to bed. I need to sleep this off. It must be a bad one as I can usually mind over matter when I have to get things done. Stay well and safe out there xo
I awoke around 8 feeling much better, still a bit congested but definitely on the mend. After a couple coffee on the couch, I got chores done, folded laundry, watered my plants, got dressed and fed my pets…
That is where I was left with a great sadness as my beta, George III was dead. I didn’t notice him yesterday with all the in and out, so it may have occurred then, but what I do know is that I have never cried over the loss of a fish before. He was my buddy, my friend, my confident. I had him from before lockdown, before Missy, when I was alone with him. I talked to him all the time, he would swim to the side of the bowl and look at me, swishing his tail rapidly, like a dog. He was always responsive to my returning home, to chatting at him. I know the lifespan of a beta is only 2-5 years but I have never had one this long and I am verklempt. Part of me felt silly crying over a fish, I was surprised at the welling up of emotion, but he was my friend and I will miss him.
I think I hoped it wasn’t true, so I went to the office and worked on finishing a file for yearend and running their payroll. I am feeling better but didn’t want the one payroll I have for tomorrow to be late if I awake feeling worse. 7 hours later I came home to George in the same position and knew my fear was realized. I gave him a quick water burial and settled into the evening. I am going to try to sleep early again to give my body time to heal.
I do look forward to getting together with an old friend from Salt Spring Island who is in Cranbrook visiting with his brother and hunting. I haven’t seen Danny in years and look forward to getting together. It was great to hear his voice when he called.
Felt ok but had a runny nose this morning and a bit of a sore throat, so I took a day time cold and flu pill which cleared it up. Showed up for the 11-2:30 shift I was covering for Gene and worked my tail off until 4:30. It was a great crew, working our tails off on what turned out to be the busiest day of the month so far. I had a blast but need to remember to drink water as my lips were burning from dehydration by the end of my shift. I mostly worked the drive thru, taking payments and handing out food. So much joking and honestly, inspiring smiles, which is the goal at Arby’s. Rae-Anne is really sick and it was awesome how everyone on the team stepped in to get things done. I love seeing the owners wives pitch in when it gets crazy as well.
It was crazy cold today, minus 20 when I got up at 8 and the same now at nearly 11pm. The bonus is that it was sunny and gorgeous. I stopped for gas after work as I was nearly out and it was down to 1.69 a Litre, down from 1.859 the day before.
This evening I started to fade out and had a hockey game to go to so I wore a mask and was careful. I hope this heaviness in my chest and catch in my throat goes away soon as it has been a long time since I’ve been sick and I don’t usually feel this way until February! It was fun for numerous reasons at the game. It was Turkey Day, where Steve raced Stagger to score for $500 donated by the Bucks to the Chamber Turkey Drive, there was the Arby’s minute, where if the Buck’s scored everyone got free curly fries. The guy standing up behind us was yelling loudly, Curly Fries, Curly Fries. No luck though.
Made some poutine at home before the game and enjoyed a mulled wine while I was there which both helped.
I have been expressing some of my feeling here, venting on a client who bigger in the friend role, and dancing in the mirror in the morning for encouragement. Yet, the swelling of the vocal chords has returned. I am feeling phlegmy. Let’s hope that is all it is and will pass quickly
A full day of work including lunch out at the Heidout with an Accountant who wants me to take on clients (I gracefully declined and he still treated), After work I headed to Key City to bartend for Samantha Martin and Delta Sugar. The crowd seemed to really be enjoying themselves and I had a good night and was home at a decent time. Off to bed, ready to crash.
I had to roll over and turn off my phone volume last night as I had forgotten and my phone was blowing up with messages about the ferret. So many people cared, it was amazing. I had posted on the Cranbrook Facebook page and the lost pets one. It was shared and shared and so many people offered advice and supplies, fostering and homes, and tagged people who’s it may be. In the morning I received a message from the owner who wouldn’t be available until noon to pick him up. His name is Sid and she has struggled to be a good pet Mama and said she would consider rehoming him but didn’t even know where to start. Last night a woman had private messaged me offering food, advice and a home if needed. I connected her and the owner and Rae-Anne. The thing that got me jumping out of bed and on my way was hearing the snow plow. I realized it would be the first morning that I had to shovel before leaving. On the way to work I stopped at Arby’s to drop off a clean shirt as I had borrowed someone’s last night. Rae-Anne was arriving as I was leaving and we popped next door to Dairy Queen where she bought me a surprisingly delicious breakfast. We get a discount there as Arby’s staff and it was very affordable as well! It was a short visit as Ashlée needed assistance before their Shift Manager meeting. I stopped at Kootenay Winecrafters and took advantage of the 15% off coupon they gave me on my first batch that expires at the end of the month. Doing it now also makes it ready before Christmas. I put down Raspberry Peach Sangria. It worked out to under $4 a bottle! Next stop was the Guedes household to pick up Sid. I agreed to bring him to the office and arrange the pick up. He is just so darn cute. I realized he may be thirsty and he drank a bowl of water. He was a big hit at the office for all but one who doesn’t do ‘rodents’, lol. There were many messages over the day making arranges for the owner to transfer Sid off to the woman from Kimberley who has 2 males and 2 females. It will be good for Sid. When the owner came to pick him up to meet the new owner we had an amazing visit and talk about the damaging effects of life on an empath. I do know that the decision to give up Sid was a hard one but best for all.
The day was glorious, Fall in the Kootenays can be so fabulous.
It was another of those November workdays, so many files to jump around between. Still have much to do but plan to work this weekend as well. I was finally just too tired to keep going so I dropped of the carrier to the kids and headed home. I made a delicious dinner and sat on the couch for the evening for the first time all week. Here it is just after 9 and I am heading to bed soon. A good long sleep will get me through the crazy of tomorrow’s calendar.
Today was very productive! Got so much done at the office even if it had some very frustrating moments. When it was time to head to Arby’s the snow had started to fall. I had a good night at work, the team was awesome, two of the five of us being my daughter Ashlée and my grandson Gene. One of the best parts was a sports team from Fernie who stopped for food for the road. It was challenging as their phones wouldn’t work for the debit machine but they helped each other out and when they left, they lined up like they were shaking hands after a game and each of them rang the bell loudly as they filtered out, signifying great service. Made my day! Simple pleasures my friends, the trick is to find joy in everything you do. I love when people laugh and engage when I warn them that the floor is wet when I am mopping. I tell them not to die on my shift, lol.
By the time we came out at 9, the car was very covered in snow. I drove Stu and Gene home and by then Rae-Anne was there and we went for a walk in the snow up the block. We met up with her Dad out leaf blowing the snow off the sidewalk. Yes, that is how light our snow is!
Then things got exciting as a ferret ran up Ashlée’s leg when she got out of her car. It ran away but as we were standing there talking it came back to us and then got off the snow by going into the kids play house where it easily let Gene pick it up. They put it into a cat carrier and fed it dog kibble, settling it by the fireplace. It appeared starving and shivering. I posted on the Cranbrook page and the Lost and Found Pets one as well. So many people are caring about it, it’s amazing. If only we needed another pet! I hope the owner reaches out soon.
Got home finally and shoveled. At least it is light and didn’t take long.
Up and at it, off to do many things. My left arm is a bit sore from my shot. Not tired though like I can be for a couple days. Stopped at the theatre to drop something off, checked on the contractors and all seems to be going along at a good pace, thankfully. Once at the office I was knee deep in payroll and items that client’s had left to the last minute. I had called for a nail appointment as they are getting too long for work and it was to be tomorrow at 3. Just after noon, when I was finishing up an ROE, they called to see if I could come at 1. I decided it would be good to get it out of the way. I then stopped at Shaw to figure out Mom’s bill. It was then a race back to the office to get everything done that I could before heading to Arby’s for my 5-8:30 shift. One person had to go home sick, the long term employee was off at 7 and then poor Rae-Anne was left with Jesse and I, two newbies. To be fair, we rocked it but after working all day and then doing the mopping, bathroom cleaning, working payments at the drive Thru, as well as a few lobby customers and then doing all the dishes.. I am bagged. My arms are sore but I am so glad I had the confidence of enough shifts under my belt to jump around. Rae-Anne rocked it in spite of being fragile herself. She really is an amazing manager, I just wish she didn’t have to cover so many shifts. I offered to clock out early and keep working but she wouldn’t let me and in the end it was just she and I. I was done by 10. I am bone weary but can’t just go straight to bed before winding down. I may skip the treadmill tomorrow as I am on the same shift tomorrow night but get to work with Gene! Ashlée is the shift manager so it will be fun to work with three generations of us.
A good sleep thankfully as I was up at 7 and on the treadmill which was pretty much what the rest of the day felt like. I was at the office early trying to get organized for payroll and the rest of the week. At 10:15 I left to pick up Mom and bring her to an optometrist appointment. She is 81 and only needs dollar store reading glasses, they confirmed her cataract surgery years ago solved any issues and that she is good to go. After dropping her off again, I drove through Arby’s for a quick to go order and got busy again until 4:30 when I headed towards Kimberley for my vaccination appointment in Marysville. I got the flu shot in one arm and my 4th booster in the other. She also told me there is a new further protecting pneumonia shot I may want to look into. It’s $120 but worth looking into as it was my every year gift for years during late winter, tax time. She didn’t ask me to wait the 15 minutes they usually do so I decided after the week we’d had with Will, that I would stop for a cup of tea at my cousin Donna’s before heading back to Cranbrook. Just had time to enjoy it and a visit before I had to get to the office for our Board Meeting. It started at 7 and I was home by 9:45. I seem to have skipped a couple meals today and that isn’t good for weight loss but I don’t want to eat at this time of night. A few pretzels and a glass of wine, the dinner of champions. I shall sleep good again tonight from the feel of it.
I love how my poinsettia starts to turn red as it gets cold and then goes green again for the summer.
This is what real weight loss looks like. 38 pounds gone now since January 2nd. It was easy at first and then more realistic. A slow downward trend with a few hills. I am proud of me, more to go though.
I did get laundry and other things done after a lovely sleep in my newly made bed. There were many little things to catch up on which I did and then ultimately I made a meal to use for a couple this week and had yesterday’s for a meal before heading to Arby’s for a shift. I had it on my calendar for 4:30-7:30 but fortunately always check the same day and it was at 4. It was a lovely small crew and it was slower so I got lots of cleaning done, read lots of material and studied the menu more. The shift manager was great answering questions about things that hadn’t come up yet and I was glad not to be intimidated by her this time. She did let me go at 6:15 as I’d completed the cleaning g necessary to get them out at a decent time As well. I do find it easy to compartmentalize the areas of my life and make the best of the time for each thing. Tomorrow aims to be really full hence my getting food ready in advance. I am going to skip a few weeks of Hello Fresh and make some casseroles etc, using up the food in the freezer. It will help to take pressure off and make sure I eat properly. I am very sleepy now and it isn’t even 9:30 so I am going to tuck in.
I got to sleep after 3 as my CPAP started spewing water and gurgling. The funny thing was I woke up just after 9, fully awake. As I lay in bed scrolling Facebook and trying to decide if I wanted to sleep longer, I saw a post that reminded me there was a small business fair at the Eagles Hall. I texted Rae-Anne to see if she wanted to go and got myself ready to meet her there as she was already out. We had a wonderful morning of perusing small businesses only in our city after finding treasures at the fair. It was a lot of fun. When I got home just after noon I decided to lay out all the gifts for birthdays in the next two months and Christmas. It turns out I have very few left to get so I wrapped and made a list of what is left. I was watching Casual on Netflix as I worked and it was very enjoyable. As I was going, I also did laundry and changed out my bedding for the buffalo plaid set from my airbnb. I honestly can’t wait to tuck in tonight, it looks so comfy.
Just after 3:30 I headed to New Wellness Energy spa for my waxing appointment. It was great to catch up with the lovely Ireland. I mentioned wrapping today and she said she was buying experiences for her family this year including planning to buy tickets for her Grandma to Daniel Lapp. Full Stop, WHAT? Daniel Lapp is coming here? How did I miss that? I was determined to research when I got home. Before I left the Prestige, where the spa is, I asked the front desk if I could see the train car room as I really want to stay in it. It turns out there are two and they are stunning! Unfortunately they are only available again come April due to the water having to be turned off. They are also about $350 a night but at least I got to see them and can have a dream of a perfect staycation.
Once I got home I started researching Daniel Lapp and was thrilled that he was using Ashlée’s photo as the main page of his website but it had no tour dates. Ireland messaged me the link to the tickets and I realized I hadn’t paid enough attention to the Key City site that he is with SOTK – Symphony of the Kootenays. The same photo is being used for the Key City ticket sales and I hadn’t even noticed! I am so dang proud of her. Unbeknownst to her I reached out to my friend Barry who is the editor of the local paper to let him know as this is a feel good local story that would bring media attention to SOTK, Key City, Daniel and her photography. I hope he will run a story. I also reached out to Daniel as I know him from Vancouver Island MusicFest and we are Facebook friends. I told him how excited I am that he is coming here and that I will get tickets for Ash and I. The canvas print of this photo is the same one I see through my office door all day.
Once I had made and eaten a delicious dinner, I headed to the Bucks versus Victoria Grizzlies game. It was a really good game lots of excitement and in the end we won! I was tribute night to our local Special Olympians and most enjoyable. I can not say enough how much I love my remote start as I was able to start my car as soon as the game ended to find it warm and comfortable when I got in.
During the game there were several announcements looking for a female. I got home to see a post that it is my friend, Bear’s little sister who ran away. I sure hope they find her soon.
I got home and poured a bath complete with a CBD bath bomb, and watched more episodes of Andor. I feel that Star Wars universe has taught us that there is a traitor, for good or bad in every group. Gosh, I hope that is not actually true. I am enjoying the series so far.
I should get to sleep as tomorrow I can sleep with no alarm, tis true, but my fresh bed is calling and I work at Arby’s for the evening. Rae-Anne and I discussed that these next three shifts should have me fully trained and ready to cover any shifts that come up in the future. That is what she really needs. I am actually looking forward to testing my mettle without Rae-Anne there.
triumphgal 