Forgot I Was Retired ...

Well, another day got away from me. I have been busy creating content for upcoming fundraisers. I probably would have been simply fine with my time except we started our morning by driving to Delano to dispose of a couch. 

The old couch was left behind by the sellers of our home. They had cautioned us that it still looked nice but that the support was worn out. We had temporarily used cardboard between the cushions and the couch to give it support. Otherwise, I would occasionally lay on it and then have to roll off and onto the floor to get up out of it. Earlier this week we purchased a sectional that is like new (only 6 months old). I am no longer required to roll onto the floor! 

Yesterday, when cooking split pea soup, I accidentally cleaned lentils. So today, I made lentil and rib soup. This specific recipe has multiple steps and takes more time than other soups I make. Since my method of cooking involves prepping everything before I actually begin cooking, I had a boatload of dishes to wash as I went along.

Sigh. I discovered in the process of cooking, trying to complete self-imposed deadlines on content, cleaning, and errands - all in one day - is like having a job! I can like all of the bits and pieces individually BUT I need to learn to pace myself a bit better. Some habits never die, I always get wrapped up and engaged in what I am doing and before I know it it is bedtime.

I did manage to text with Megan a bit today and check out her Facebook post of her most recent cookie order. 

Ray is Jeremy's co-worker.

And I also managed to sign up for another year of Universal Yum so we can continue with our international family nights through 2025. We are going to go big this year with their Super Yum box which contains 12-15 snacks with a beverage. 

Joe went off this afternoon to visit Toll Welding Supplies, Lowe's, and Menards for shop supplies. None of these stores are here in town so it was a big adventure for him to do his own navigating. He got home so we will count that as success!

It was an excellent and productive day for both of us!