Fast Forward

The last four days flew by, didn’t they? For me, they were filled with family, and friends and a whole of running around. It was tiring and sometimes trying, but I’ve been working very hard on focusing on being grateful that I have them all in my life. No matter how irritating they can be at times (and my dad alone can take that to a level you would not believe) I know how lucky I am, and I’ll take it.

Thursday was our usual tour de Thanksgiving, where we started the day at my mom’s house, helping her with the cooking, and dropping off Seamus. Then it was on to John’s mom’s house, where we ate the first meal of the day. After hanging out there for bit, we hit the road to John’s dad’s house, where we polished off meal number two. Finally, it was back to my mom’s house for feast number three. I liked that one the best because for dessert we had apple pie. Apple pie made by me, so I knew it would be good, and it was. And I’m very pleased to report that by sticking with very small portion sizes, I did not overeat and kept my blood sugar under control.

I wouldn’t want you to think we neglected my dad – he came out to our house for brunch on Friday. He always says he’s going to bring his girlfriend, but then he never does. I’m not sure what to make of that. And then I went to see Casino Royale with my brother and his girlfriend. I know a lot of people doubted that Daniel Craig was the right choice to be the new Bond, but I thought he did a fine job. My favorite part of Friday was that everyone came to us. I love living out here, but I do get tired of the fact that no one ever wants to come to our house. I think we covered a couple hundred miles on just on Thursday, and then we added a bunch more over the course of the weekend.

Saturday and Sunday brought more driving around and more time with friends and family. Oh, and I discovered that there is no one at the gym at 6 on a Saturday night. It was me, and two other people. I wasn’t completely sure if I liked it or found it creepy. But, my new running shoes continue to amaze and delight me, so that’s something. Somehow now the four days are over and it’s time to go back to work, which really isn’t fair. I think I’m more tired now than I was before I had four days “off”.