Wed 31 Mar

Gonna be chilly today, out of sync with the rest of the week. Just paid the Costco VISA at almost the last minute so that won't be late. Was really nice yesterday to have a totally unscheduled day; it's been awhile. Food: 7:55 am Chocolate pecan snail, 101 g blackberries, coffee

Tues 30 Mar

I seem to have missed blogging yesterday again; not sure how that happened. Had a decent day; saw Michael and Taylor several times and got Easter dinner plans on the calendar. They will also stop in in the evening of Easter Sunday to share the Costco Easter egg cake and wine. Food: 7:55 am Apricot danish, 101 g blackberries, coffee

Sun 28 Mar

I seem to be getting by with just a little malaise from the second shot, perhaps a little reduced appetite. Feeling fortunate. I didn't worry about getting my 12,000 steps yesterday, in fact got less than 7,000. Probably wouldn't have done that well if we hadn't gone shopping to Costco and Trader Joe's. Walked a little more slowly but was able to get everything done. Had sushi lunch on the East side; it was all I could do to finish but that lasted me the rest of the day. Just had a Costco cinnamon roll and a glass of orange juice after we got home. Food: 8:00 am Cherry danish, 101 g blackberries, coffee 1:10 pm 2 scrambled eggs, Costco cinnamon roll

Sat 27 Mar

So far, so good on lack of side effects other than a very minor stiffness of the shoulder where the shot was given. Holding out hope that we can go to Madison and not be hampered by illness. Also hoping for a good poop before we leave as I have matter inside that is making movement difficult. Food: 8:50 am Berry danish, 101 g blackberries, coffee

Fri 26 Mar

I get my second and final dose of the vaccine today, and I admit I'm a little nervous. John Hartman had the Pfizer as well and got pretty sick after his second shot with chills, headache, etc. I know it doesn't happen to everyone; I've probably got about a 50/50 chance, but it's enough to make me a little nervous. Still, even if I knew for sure I'd get whomped, I'd still want to get the immunity. Food: 7:55 am Honey bear, 101 g blackberries, coffee

Thurs 25 Mar

Somehow I forgot to do an entry yesterday morning. Odd. I guess I was thinking about the weird pin that was sent to me from some scamming operation from China and got distracted. Not raining this morning apparently, so shouldn't be a deterrant to walking with Kathy. Food: 7:50 am Chocolate croissant, 101 g blackberries, coffee

Tues 23 Mar

Doing an extra shift at Bootstrap this afternoon. I expect it will make the week seem to pass more quickly, but we'll see. Again the outside temps are already near 50°, though it's cloudy and there may be rain. Food: 8:00 am Apple pecan tart, 101 g blackberries, coffee

Mon 22 Mar

Supposed to be some rain over the next few days, hopefully not continuously. Looks bright enough now, and temps are almost 50° already. Got some nice hiking in this weekend between Steinhaugen and Hartman Creek, and had Wheel House pizza after yesterday's hike, though we took it home to avoid eating in their unmasked, crowded venue. Don't know that we'll go back there to eat in person, even after the pandemic wanes, due to their lack of care. Bob said people gave him dirty looks for wearing his mask when he went inside to pick up the pizza. That annoys me no end. The upcoming Easter holiday has me thinking about Bernard's dessert spread at his annual Easter buffet. I miss it. Food: 7:55 am Chocolate eclair, 102 g blackberries, coffee

Sun 21 Mar

Yesterday was spring equinox, so it's officially spring now. Felt like it yesterday with the beautiful sunshine, though a bit windy. Would probably have been a great day to fly a kite. Too bad Bob has to work over at Michael/Taylor's on the bathroom today. I'll have to find a place to hike by myself. Food: 7:50 am Krema kova, 101 g blackberries, coffee

Sat 20 Mar

Bob gets his one-and-done vaccine today, and if he doesn't feel poorly, maybe we will go somewhere to hike this afternoon as the forecast is for 55° and sunny. Food: 8:40 am Cherry danish, 101 g blackberries, coffee

Fri 19 Mar

Another sunny day. Got over 24,000 steps yesterday for the first time in quite a while. Walked with Kathy in the morning and Heather after work. Nice opportunities to chat and catch up. Food: 7:50 am Morning bun, 101 g blackberries, coffee

Thurs 18 Mar

Past the March holidays of Bob's birthday and St. Patrick's Day, and on to finish the month with hopes of spring and avoiding big blizzards. Sun is shining today and temps are at 35° now. Hoping for a nice walk with Kathy. Food: 8:00 am Pigs ear, 101 g blackberries, coffee

Wed 17 Mar

Happy St Patrick's Day! Was surprised that it's snowing this morning as I don't remember seeing it in the forecast. Had a lovely birthday evening supper here last night with Michael and Taylor. She made peppered steak bites with bleu cheese compound butter, fried potatoes w/onions and mushrooms, and a homemade chop salad. I made the old traditional creme de menthe cake from years back. Learned that Taylor isn't crazy about mint. Food: 8:10 am Lemon maple brioche, 101 g blackberries, coffee

Tues 16 Mar

Bob is 65 today! Eligible for the Co-Vid vaccine, as Laura pointed out in her birthday text. Medicare which came at the first of the month and has already helped with his prescription drug costs. And now we are both senior citizens. Food: 8:00 am Chocolate croissant, 101 g blackberries, coffee

Mon 15 Mar

The Ides of March are upon us. Might get a wee bit of snow tonight to welcome Bob's birthday tomorrow. Food: 7:55 am Apricot danish, 101 g blackberries, coffee

Sun 14 Mar

Looks like sunshine out there after the DST switch, hopefully another nice day. Maybe I'll go walk at Mead today while Bob continues to work at M/T's. Food: 8:05 am Cheese danish, 101 g blackberries, coffee

Sat 13 Mar

This is the week we would often have been at a resort in Mexico, getting ready to celebrate Bob's birthday. Instead, we're having a pretty nice spring here in Wisconsin. Learned today that David also keeps bees. I suspect it's his own honey somewhere in the honey bears. Going to be a gorgeous day today! Food: 8:40 am Cherry danish, 102 g blackberries, coffee

Fri 12 Mar

Didn't sleep very well last night, and broke down to try Michael's tincture. It helped a bit, but being leery, I used such a tiny amount that it wore off in about 3.5 hours. Next time I will be less afraid of it and willing to try a more reasonable dose. Yes, this pig's ear puff pastry is particularly excellent. I shall have to remember to let David know that I concur with his opinion. Food: 8:00 am Pig's ear, 101 g blackberries, coffee

Thurs 11 Mar

Cloudy and windy this morning, with gusts a-blowing. Will be a blustery walk today. Food: 7:55 am Chocolate croissant, 101 g blackberries, coffee

Wed 10 Mar

Rain today, supposedly for most of the day. Warm enough temps that it should do some damage to the remaining snow. Won't be enough to eliminate it, but should take it down a significant notch. Probably not a great day for outdoor walks, though. Food: 8:00 am Pear tart, 101 g blackberries, coffee

Tues 9 Mar

A little overcast but already in the 40s and expected to be one of the warmest of the mild days we've been having. Nice day to have nothing scheduled. Food: 8:00 am Creme horn, 101 g blackberries, coffee

Mon 8 Mar

International Women's Day today. Having David's lemon tart this morning - mmmmm! Looks to be another lovely mild week with at least some sun. Got in good walks on the weekend at Rib and at Schmeeckle. Will hold off on repeating Rib til the slush has more opportunity to melt as it was insecure footing. The poles gave us the ability to stay vertical, but my arms ached that night from keeping tension in them the entire walk. Food: 8:05 am Lemon tart, 101 g blackberries, coffee

Sun 7 Mar

Had a really enjoyable day yesterday, with a successful Farmer's Market including a visit with David himself where I learned that all-purpose flour is a blend of about 70/30 strong flour/cake flour. David had experimented with a new blend of flours for his puff pastry this week and was well-pleased. Have not yet tried the pig's ear to check it out, but Bob had his and declared it delicious. We hiked at Rib in the sunny afternoon, and though the slush was slippery, we avoided any falls and enjoyed being out in the sunshine. In the evening, we each had a full beer of a new Central Waters offering, Brewhouse Coffee Stout. I made a good leek soup, we had an oven-warmed multigrain bread, and watched On Golden Pond. A very pleasant day. Food: 8:05 am Eclair, 101 g blackberries, coffee

Sat 6 Mar

Beautiful sunny day, temp has moved into the low thirties since we went to the Farmer's Market for David's delicious goodies. Starting the laundry which I put off from yesterday, but maybe we'll sneak a hike in somewhere to take advantage of the lovely day. Food: 8:45 am Creme horn, 101 g blackberries, coffee

Fri 5 Mar

I get my first vaccine today! I'd feel even better if I could get out a good poop. It's been a couple of days since a decent one and I'm feeling it badly. Hoping today will clear things out a bit. Food: 7:50 am Honey bear, 101 g blackberries, coffee

Thurs 4 Mar

Walking with Kathy this morning, temp at 23° at the moment with nice sunshine as has been abundant this week. Ate the Farmshed soup yesterday since Joyce Kirsch had sent some homemade corn cake which seemed like a good fit with chicken soup. Will have to do leftovers or be creative after Bootstrap today. Food: 7:55 am Chocolate croissant, 101 g blackberries, coffee

Wed 3 Mar

Sunshine is again nice to see, and the temp is already 31. The next several days should be quite nice. I didn't get outside as much as expected beyond a walk to the library yesterday as the wind still seemed a bit chilly, but I hope to overcome any squeamishness today. Food: 7:55 am Pear tart, 101 g blackberries, coffee

Tues 2 Mar

So happy that I'm scheduled to receive my vaccines! First one this Friday and final dose on Mar 26. I will be so happy to complete the series, and even happier when Bob is also able to do so. Weather is sunny and should be highs in the 40s or better for the foreseeable future. Life is good. Food: 8:00 am Cheese danish, 101 g blackberries, coffee

Mon 1 Mar

Not great sleep last night, but okay. Teetered on the edge of a down day, likely because of the extremely grey skies all day. Forecasts are for warmer temps in the near future, highs in the forties or better for the next several days after thirties today. Some sunshine today which I believe is expected to continue awhile as well. Food: 7:50 am Apricot danish, 101 g blackberries, coffee