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Enough Already

March 13, 2018 at 7:59 am by Claudia

For heaven’s sake. Enough already.

We’ve now had three nor’easters in less than two weeks.

The only thing saving me from screaming my head off is that I’m leaving for NYC today. That means I don’t give a fig about plowing the driveway or shoveling the snow. In fact, I told our plow guy not to bother. Much of it will be gone by the time I get home.

I’m over it.

There are people who have not had power for almost two weeks and just got it back. Mother Nature, your little joke isn’t funny.

Anyway, I’m writing a quick post because I have to pack and get ready to head into the city. Let’s hope the buses are on time.

I want to see my husband. Today. No ifs, ands, or buts.

I’ll have more tomorrow, which has been officially dubbed “The Day Claudia Searches Frantically for Something to Wear.”

Happy Tuesday.

Counting Down

March 12, 2018 at 10:32 am by Claudia

Countdown until departure for NYC. Since Rick is also due to go into the city tomorrow, we’re taking the bus late tomorrow morning. Of course, there is snow expected tonight and overnight (I’m so sick of it!) but it’s only going to be 1 – 3 inches, so it shouldn’t be too much of a hassle unless the buses are delayed.

There’s always something. However, neither of us has to be there at a certain time, so I’m going to try to let go of my need to control things and just enjoy. Wednesday will be a day of shopping for opening night togs. Wish me luck. Don went out yesterday and found a lovely sports jacket, slacks, shoes and shirt. He’s all set. Now I have to catch up!

I’m sitting here while I write this post and one thing on my agenda when I return is to do some decluttering in this room. As is always the case in this small cottage, a lot of ‘things’ are in each room. Some of them I’m more than ready to shed, but the reality is that I’m not a minimalist and never will be. Most everything that surrounds us falls into the “loved and treasured” category. Nevertheless, there are some things in this space that need to be organized and/or let go of.

But that will be next week. This week is for New York City and Opening Night.

The spider plant has three babies. They haven’t sprouted their leaves yet, but that’s coming. I check on them every day. Speaking of which, this morning was spent watering all the plants before I depart for 5 days. It’s almost a zen-like ritual. I find it very calming.

I watched one of my favorite movies last night – Pillow Talk. It makes me happy. Rock Hudson, Doris Day, Tony Randall, Thelma Ritter – what more could you ask for? A plot involving a party line, split screens, a cad and a virginal heroine – such fun! Doris Day is undisputed master of the eye roll. No one does it better. I’ve seen it dozens of times and every time I see it’s going to be on…I’m there. Sigh of happiness.

Okay. I have errands to run, laundry to do, and a project to finish.

Happy Monday.

Bird Sightings

March 11, 2018 at 9:18 am by Claudia

I slept in so my ‘schedule’ is thrown off. Schedule seems a bit grandiose for one commitment at 11:00 am, but there you go. It’s supposed to be 8 am and it’s 9. But it’s sunny. Oh heavens, waking up to a sunny morning is so mood-altering!

I’ve been hearing more and more bird song. Yesterday, I saw several robins – whether they were just stopping by or have moved in for the season, I’m not sure. But my heart skipped a beat when I saw them. They are, I’m sure, a bit taken aback by the snow.

This morning, amidst the flitting and flying of birds, I saw my lone mourning dove sitting on the edge of the birdbath. The water is frozen, but there he was. And I saw the pair of mourning doves looking for food on the driveway. Remember to fill the birdbath, Claudia!

I know we’re far from spring here in the northeast, but hearing my birds again makes me happy. Seeing them makes me even happier.

This was what I saw when I first got up. The morning light focused its spotlight on the Chinese Evergreen.

Let’s see, what else? I got my hair cut yesterday – 3 inches off! It looks so much better and feels better. I don’t know why I let it go so long, but I always do. I think when you have long, straight hair, you can get away with it. But I also have fine hair, so after a while, it begins to look scraggly. Much better today!

I’m off to brunch at Rick and Doug’s this morning. I haven’t seen my buddy, Sam, for a while, so I’m looking forward to some kisses.

Happy Sunday.

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