Category: Family

Project 365 – #094 Our furry family member has been ill since Thursday.  We’ve had many long night as I play nurse to him.  Plus, D has been tossing and turning due to back pain.  Needless to day, sleep has eluded me lately.  I’m exhausted. We were pretty concerned for a time because he was not himself, and he was very ill.  We had an installer come to the house.  Puppy just sniffed him, laid down, and watched him the whole time he was there.  Definitely, not normal in the least. On a more positive note, puppy (who is actually…

Project 365 – #091 I blinked and the temperatures went soaring.  It’s hard to believe it’s only April 1st when I look at the thermometer and step outside.  (And no, it’s not raining nor is there a chance of rain. I’m not sure why the thermometer does that.)  Earlier this week, we received a notice that the base pools would be opening today.  Yep, the summer temps are starting to creep in already.  The air conditioning is on full blast as I try to keep the upstairs at a comfortable temperature for sleeping. Running the ac on the 1st of…

Project 365 – #077 Sometimes, when I’m away on vacation, I get caught up in the simplicity of being away from it all.  The responsibilities are less (even if you’re still cooking meals and cleaning), and we don’t have all of the outside activities.  It’s easy to idealize the situation. Walks on beaches ~ Playing Games ~ Relaxing Who wouldn’t want it all to remain the same?  A simplistic, easier lifestyle tends to call out to all of us – especially when “real” life holds many obligations. Vacation comes to an end.  We pack up our things and return home. …