Pain and misery

A very special thanks to all who commented and sent emails my way – your kind thoughts and good wishes warmed my heart and put a smile on my face.

Saturday was okay.  Actually, in terms of bawling, shedding tears, falling apart, etc. etc. we were stellar.  STELLAR I tell you!  Of course, it helped that the person in charge was very business-like … almost to the point of being rude.  Which annoyed and appalled.  But it kept me from crying – so there’s that.

We did have our moments … for me it was walking out onto the back patio. They had spread out a meal on the hot tub cover – like we did for every summer party at Dixi’s. I took one look and quickly turned the other direction.

We also laughed.  I know Dixi would have done the same had she been there. She also would have told us to take heed – clean out your crap now, before it’s too late!  We were sure to make note…whether or not it will actually happen, remains to be seen …

Yesterday, we went over to Kristen’s (Dixi’s sister’s) home to work in the yard.  Thankfully some friends offered to help out – even at the last moment.  If you happen to be one of them – and you’re reading this – know we love you!  Heaps.  *sigh*

After seven hours of digging, pulling, trimming, raking, and stuffing I’m one hurtin’ unit.  *whimper* It’s no wonder … I’ve been doing nothing but work on projects at my computer all year.  All.  Year.  Add carrying pavers and helping Manders fill in a wee pond to the mix and it’s a miracle I made it out of bed.

It was iffy.  I was forced to do a Starbucks run just to work up the energy to make it to my computer.  And I just realized my jumbo-large caramel macchiato is gone – GONE – how could that be?!  *sob*

Yes it’s touch and go, my friends, touch and go …