Day 280: Solstice Stumble

Day 280: Solstice Stumble

It was Monday morning. The Winter Solistice. The shortest day of the longest year. I think often of one of my favorite episodes of Doctor Who, where, speaking about the Solstice, the Doctor says, “We’re halfway out of the dark.”It was also my last...
Day 279: A Little Lunch

Day 279: A Little Lunch

It was a pretty low key Sunday, but notable for the fact that after many fits and starts over a month and a half, Erin and I were finally able to enjoy a belated anniversary outing. We’d had a few dinners and other things scheduled since November 7, but various...
Day 278: Lightsaber Battle!

Day 278: Lightsaber Battle!

Saturday was a busy day for Erin, who had several dog training clients lined up and was out doing that for a good chunk of the day. While she was helping others with their pups, I looked after ours and got caught up on some work around the house.The kids for the most...
Day 277: Punch Card

Day 277: Punch Card

I’ve been writing this every day for a while. Some days and some weeks are brimming with inspiration. Others…less so. Admittedly, this week has been both busy and blissfully ordinary, so the flip side of that is not having a ton to say here.Friday was...
Day 276: Oh Holey Night

Day 276: Oh Holey Night

Thursday was one of those days where I felt like I just couldn’t get warm. It was pretty cold outside, but not unusually cold by any means, but I just felt like I needed a nice warm shower and a cozy sweater.I took a break from work late in the morning and did...
Day 275: Beethoven’s Birthday

Day 275: Beethoven’s Birthday

On December 16, 1770, the great composer Ludwig Von Beethoven was born in Bonn, Germany. At least we’re reasonably certain he was born on the 16th. No one knows for certain, but that’s the date we’re going with.Beethoven made a major impact on...