Has it been 12 weeks??? I think so. I guess since I am not absolutely sure – I must be getting better.
Decided against killer yoga this morning and went whale hunting at the old airport. Found absolutely zero whales. I did find these cute shore birds. I know nothing about birds. So, why not learn something. I found out that this guy is a ruddy turnstone. He or she is wearing non-breeding feathers. And, I didn’t see it turning any stones. They breed up around Nome Alaska and have been known to make it all the way to Kona in about 5 days. Which is pretty impressive. The ruddy turnstone was here when Captain Cook showed up. And, it is a regular winter visitor to this day. Stay tuned for more birds.
I was enjoying a chicken sandwich and a SteinLager this noon, when the phone rings. It is the desk. I have a package. What could it be??? Well it is another huge boatload of Widow Woman Work. I just finished reviewing the pile. Some additional research is required. At least one thing will have to wait until I get back to Arlington. And more official copies of my marriage certificate are required. So, I’ll have to order some additional copies. But, I don’t think there is anything “serious” or “threatening” in this pile. The most recent document was dated November 7. More to come or more piling up I am sure.
I have been encouraged to “move on with my life” … Moving on isn’t so easy when you are tied up in red tape!
When I get untied… I need to visit Paris, Namibia, and Singapore.
Peg – please let me know if there is anything I can do to help while you are away (or after you return). I live in Arlington near Ballston.
Carlton was one of my favorite people. I am so grateful for your blog. I had not realized how extensive his health issues were. But a less public space is more appropriate for the rest of that thought.
I will gladly do anything I can to help. Ann