Yep, back in solitary. Until 11 AM Saturday. But, I did it once, so I can do it again. I hope.
I walked home from the dentist today. It wasn’t as hot as the last time I went to the dentist and the walk was GREAT. Just like normal Before Covid time. A good chunk of the walk was a gentle downhill wander alongside a friendly stream or “run” as they are called in this part of the country. Even young boys playing in the water. I wanted to join them.
I did not come directly home from the dentist. I stopped off at a GROCERY STORE. Everything seemed pretty normal. I bought a cauliflower, some fresh pasta, bacon, a little good bread, and a pint of blueberries. That was about all that I could carry. I didn’t actually have to have any of that stuff. I just liked feeling “normal”. (Well, maybe I had to have bacon.)
You get 5 days in solitary for going to the dentist. And 5 days for going to the grocery. Also 5 days for sneaking off to visit the grandkids. Or getting a haircut. But, the sentences are served concurrently – so – you should get your money’s worth.
Gratitude
Very grateful that my dentist could see me this morning and that he was able to patch it up “good enough” for now, so I don’t have to go back again soon.
Tomorrow’s adventure – try to get setup so I can do a little remote job or two for my former office. They have gotten along great without me for 8+ months. But, I need something to do. And they are throwing me a lifeline.
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