Tuesday, July 5, 2021

Good morning! After relentlessly warm days in the 90s, it is cooler and overcast today. I am sitting on my porch with my second cup of chai latte, I've read 2 newspapers, and I'm savoring the quiet.

Today we're meeting my sister in law for lunch. After that, I'm hoping DH wants to join me in some yard work that requires more muscle than I've got. I'm also going to suggest a movie this evening, but he may have other ideas.

While he was here, my DS bought new Nikes. His girlfriend was perturbed that he put them on and wore them outside. She wanted him to just wear them in the house for a few days in case he would decide to return them. When they were leaving she was literally pulling his old shoes out of his hands to throw them away when he wanted to keep them. I couldn'****ch this exchange, so I went and sat on my porch. Son came out alone to load some things in the car, and I asked, did you keep your shoes? He said yes, I said good. I check in with DH, DD, myself, does he seem happy? Yes, and often light hearted. I tell myself I did silly things too when I was young and stressed visiting DH's family, and finding the boundaries of our relationship. But her many, many controlling episodes sadden me. I don't get to pick who he loves though, I just have to do my best to maintain a positive relationship with them.

Ocean Diane, what's happening so far with Elsa?

So far, wings just starting to pick up. Very hot and humid...lots of energy in the air. Expecting a smooth trial run.

Back down under the line in the sand weight. That's a good thing. I think the journaling and reflection on the 4th was positive, even if it was rather difficult. It's a process for sure.

Have some more grooming to do today and then packing and a training appointment at 5.

Diamond D, your story about DS's shoes raised my hackles. I got a chuckle out of the fact that I have been both your DS and his girlfriend! Go figure! Nice that age has made us all wiser (and hopefully more mellow)!

Ocean Diane, good luck with Elsa! Looks like you won't really see any real action until tomorrow as it crosses east towards Jacksonville.

Construction man told me yesterday he plans to be DONE by Friday. I don't see how that is going to happen - especially since it is 10 am here and he and his crew have yet to arrive. Hmmmmm......

Decided to buy some new casual pants for the shows this weekend because with the heat the clubs are promoting casual ring attire instead of suits. YAY! The shopping experience was okay. I didn't get in a flap about sizes, etc.... felt good that I was able to respect my body as it is today. I am guessing you all understand what an accomplishment that is.

Well, I must get on my broomstick.... (you know, I actually wish I could! LOL)

That's a tough one. I have a friend with similar concerns about her son's fiancé.

We are at the beach with Mike's family right now - 2 daughters, son-in-law, 2 grandchildren, ex-wife, and about 7-8 friends of the kids. Wow! Dinner tonight should be interesting especially if it rains as predicted right now.

The BBQ yesterday was fun. I hadn't seen a few of the people for a couple of years due to Covid. They expressed condolences for DH and said some nice things about him. Made me contemplative. But I missed Mike being there - I felt single again.

Back to enjoying the beach. Have a safe and healthy Tuesday!

Rumbly thunder coming across the lake and rain for the next few days...

This morning I walked with my dad. He needs to lose some weight too! I have gained 8 pounds (11 if you count the 3 I lost when I got here). Argh! But eating has been good today and I shopped sensibly.

The guests of the last week left today. Next ones come on the 14th. I like the wife, but the husband is annoying (know it all and often wrong). I shall make myself scarce.

Not much else happening here!

Scarce is probably the best defense, so irritating when people go on and on, spewing bad info and false facts. I often console myself by trying to have some sympathy, it must be very tiring to have such a weak ego that you can never admit you're wrong or not an expert.