Sat 29 Aug

Getting ready to head out for Chicago today. Was hoping to get on the road by 8:30, but that's only half an hour and it looks doubtful. Food: 7:55 am 58 g cherry almond kringle, 108 g blackberries, coffee, goat milk powder

Fri 28 Aug

Bluegrass in the Pines this afternoon, and the last day before we leave on vacation. Need to peruse those last-minute additions to packing to be sure nothing important gets missed. Food: 7:50 am 112 g cherry almond kringle, 112 g blackberries, coffee, goat milk powder

Thurs 27 Aug

Bootstrap and OBT board meeting today. Getting laundray done early since I have to to WPR table at Bluegrass in the Pines tomorrow. Made some dinner reservations in Halifax to make the first days less stressful. Food: 8:00 am 68 g maple vegan scone, 104 g blackberries, coffee, goat milk powder

Wed 26 Aug

We have our phone consult scheduled with Haley from Audley Travel this morning to ask any last-minute questions. Need to spend some time reviewing before she calls to make optimum use of her time. Food: 7:45 am 87 g maple vegan scone, 103 g blackberries, coffee, goat milk powder

Mon 24 Aug

This week will likely fly by with last-minute prep for vacation. I want to feel like I've ticked all the boxes so we can relax and enjoy the Maritimes. Slightly cooler weather these last couple of days is most welcome. Food: 7:50 am 68 g cinnamn croissant, 98 g blackberries, coffee, goat milk powder

Sun 23 Aug

Less than a week til we leave on vacation, and winding down very quickly. May or may not choose to stop over to the reception for the new priests this afternoon, and will probably go to the Friends of Schmeeckle annual meeting at 4 pm. Food: 7:45 am 83 g vegan maple scone, 103 g blackberries, coffee, goat milk powder

Sat 22 Aug

Bop took the a/c out of the bedroom window yesterday and we bought a new double window fan since the old one was taking forever to come fully on. Slept pretty well last night. Cantor this evening. Food: 8:00 am 83 g cinnamon croissant, 105 g blackberries, coffee, goat milk powder

Fri 21 Aug

The Thrivent presentation went well yesterday. We have 50 string bags filled with full-sized toiletries currently sitting in my back seat and trunk. I am going to suggest that we deconstruct the bags so people can just help themselves to the items they need at the time to make the gift last longer. Rainy morning so I may be doing my laundry with the dryer today. Delighted to have nothing else on the calendar, so I may be able to make a dent in packing today. Food: 7:45 am 92 g cherry almond kringle, 103 g blackberries, coffee, goat milk powder

Thurs 20 Aug

Today is the day for the presentation to Thrivent and collecting the "goodie bags" full of toiletries for our neighbors from 5-6 at SentryWorld. Had a surprise coffee date with Sue Dimka yesterday afternoon. She is interested in volunteering at OBT and I think she'd be excellent. Food: 7:50 am 162 g cinnamon croissant, 103 g blackberries, coffee, goat milk powder

Wed 10 Aug

Habla was postponed to this morning which is infinitely more convenient for me. Nice visit last night with Bagus, Fony, Axel, and his brother Evan. Hard to grasp that our "foreign student friends" have been married over 25 years already. Food: 7:50 am 120 g cinnamon croissant, 103 g blackberries, coffee, goat milk powder

Tues 18 Aug

Finally getting my hair cut today. Feels like it grew extra or else she didn't cut it as short last time. Bagus and Fony and Axel are coming later this afternoon after I get home. I'm preparing a cold pasta salad we can have for dinner, perhaps with watermelon. I'll try to fit in a dessert, either a rhubarb crisp or just a batch of brownies, but there isn't much free time with Strong Bodies, Habla, and the hair appointment. A full Tuesday. Food: 7:55 am 68 g cherry almond kringle, 105 g blackberries, coffee, goat milk powder

Mon 17 Aug

Need to do a little housecleaning preparatory to Bagus and Fony's visit tomorrow. Will try to make a pasta salad and maybe a rhubarb crisp tomorrow. Food: 7:50 am 102 g cherry almond kringle, 105 g blackberries, coffee, goat milk powder

Sun 16 Aug

Good workout with daughter yesterday and lunch at Weary Traveler. Weather continues warm but not excessively hot. Bagus and Fony will visit with Axel on Tuesday late afternoon. Food: 7:45 am 79 g cherry almond kringle, 101 g blackberries, coffee, goat milk powder

Sat 15 Aug

Heading down to Madison to work out with daughter and errand. Still no word from Axel; I'll have to message him today to find out if we're getting together this weekend. Food: 7:25 am 3/4 c TJs Maple Pecan Crunch cereal, 1/2 c skim milk, 102 g blackberries, coffee, goat milk powder

Fri 14 Aug

Zoom Spanish group today now that Pia is in her new place, complete with adventures along the way. Need to schedule a pedicure in conjunction with getting the alignment for the Prius this afternoon. Food: 7:50 am 3/4 c TJs Maple Pecan Crunch cereal, 1/2 c skim milk, 104 g blackberries, coffee, goat milk powder

Thurs 13 Aug

Bob says the weather is going to cool down a bit; I hope he's right. Being too warm and sweaty is a bit tiresome. Will go down to Madison on Saturday; I will start with a workout and we will lunch with daughter. Haven't heard back yet from Axel regarding a meet-up with Bagus and Fony. Food: 7:55 am 3/4 c TJs Maple Pecan Crunch cereal, 1/2 c skim milk, 102 g blackberries, coffee

Wed 12 Aug

No Spanish Zoom today as Pia's movers are coming so a free day today. Gave in and turned on the a/c as it was stuffy and warm the last few days. Would like to do Pilates this morning, and would like to not sweat too much. Food: 7:50 am 3/4 c TJs Maple Pecan Crunch, 1/2 c skim milk, 103 g blackberries, coffee, goat milk powder

Tues 11 Aug

Mewes is all better after his surgery, so Michael and Taylor are happy. All's right with the world for now. Massage this morning. Food: 7:50 am 122 g macerated fruit cronut, 105 g blackberries, coffee, goat milk powder

Mon 10 Aug

Humidity is uncomfortably high again, at least in the morning but also yesterday afternoon after the rains. Temperatures have remained stable, in the upper 70s to the mid 80s. It appears that Halifax has similar temps, maybe a few degrees cooler. I will need to pack some clothes for warmer temps that I hadn't planned. Food: 7:45 am 120 g honey bear danish, 101 g blackberries, coffee, goat milk powder

Sun 9 Aug

Light rain and huge thunderclap this morning. Need to go over to Michael and Taylor's after breakfast to feed the kitties. They are used to being fed at 6:30 am, but M/T understand that we won't be there that early. Food: 7:45 am 121 g chocolate hazelnut croissant, 100 g blackberries, coffee, goat milk powder

Sat 8 Aug

Walked to the Farmer's Market this morning, just like the old days. Got pastries, carrots, and ginger snaps. Temperatures were comfortable, but could feel the humidity. May need to pack some warm weather clothes for Canada if things don't start to cool down before the end of the month. Temps in Halifax seem quite similar to ours. Cantor this evening, tend cats tomorrow morning. Food: 8:50 am Honey bear pastry, 101 g blackberries, coffee, goat milk powder

Fri 7 Aug

Free day today for laundry and returning library books. Weather is still pretty comfortable. Making arrangements to see Bagus and Fony with Axel next weekend. Feeling a little guilty that we haven't connected with Axel all semester. Food: 7:55 am 3/4 c TJs Maple Pecan Crunch cereal, 1/2 c skim milk, 103 g blackberries, coffee, goat milk powder

Thurs 6 Aug

Back to cereal for awhile for breakfasts as we have no good pastries on hand and won't be going to Madison til next week Saturday. Might be good to take a pastry holiday for a bit. Cereal tastes pretty good for a change. Food: 7:50 am 3/4 c TJs Maple Pecan Crunch cereal, 1/2 c skim milk, 102 g blackberries, coffee, goat milk powder

Wed 5 Aug

Free day! Had fun doing DIY bubble wands with Cindy and Judy and talking about OBT at the family activity at Seramur Park yesterday. Think I'm going to skip Body Pump and do a Pilates mat since I can do both days of Strong Bodies this week. Food: 7:50 am 72 g cherry almond kringle, 102 g blackberries, coffee, goat milk powder

Tues 4 Aug

Helping Cindy at Seramur Park this afternoon with a children's activity for One Big Tent. She is a teacher so she is bringing everything and I will just do as she directs. Charm is letting us use a canopy so we won't have to sit in the direct sun. Food: 7:50 am 112 g cherry almond kringle, 105 g blackberries, coffee, goat milk powder

Mon 3 Aug

Spent some time this weekend going over the Maritimes vacation itinerary. Sent questions to Piper which I will follow up by trying to make phone contact, though I'll probably give her today to respond by email also. Decided to reserve a night at the hotel before our Park N Fly since our flight leaves at 7:05 so we have to be at the airport around 5 am. Had a nice hike at Roche-a-Cri yesterday followed by a shrimp pizza at Two Lakes. Was a lovely day. Food: 7:45 am 92 g cherry almond kringle, 102 g blackberries, coffee, goat milk powder

Sun 2 Aug

Four weeks from today we leave for the Maritimes. Getting excited, but wish we could get the confirmation information from Audley. Cantor this morning with Sandy for a visiting priest from the Salvatoreans. Weather has moderated a bit for the time. Food: 7:50 am 77 g cherry almond kringle, 101 g blackberries, coffee, goat milk powder

Sat 1 Aug

So nice to have the day free to myself, with only laundry as an obligation. I don't mind helping out the Suzuki folks by working in the store, but I am always glad when it's done. I have come to really appreciate my time. Food: 8:00 am 95 g morning bun, 105 g blackberries, coffee, goat milk powder