Not much of a start to the day, but the finish was fine.

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I have been tinkering today. Light tinkering, to be sure. I had no headache, I was not tired, I had little stopping me from doing anything, but I had no drive. I am fine with that. A restful day to be sure. As the morning turned to afternoon, and the appointed time to have dinner with friends, I realized my potato salad was missing onion. So, a quick dice of a good onion, a little mixing, and the task was tended. Onions add crunch, a little flavor, and it is an healthy addition to any food.

On to dinner. It is always a pleasant affair. Teasing occurs, sometimes I catch it, sometimes I do not. Sometimes I forget myself and become boorish, sometimes I remember the mantra regarding wisdom (or seeming wisdom) and button my mouth. I do catch up on news, new ideas, and being in the company of some contemporaries and a fine young lady makes for a pleasant affair. The host and hostess are interesting people, vivacious and young seeming at heart. Another lady who attends often surprises me with her interests. I never would have seen her for a rodeo fan, or a horse rider. I know she is one and suspect the other. That she has two cats lends to my ability to enjoy her. Cat people share something. As do horse people. Though too, often what we do not share adds interest as well. Two of those present are Mormon, two atheist, and I am the solo Catholic.

I have asked about borrowing a ladder and chain saw for some work, and perhaps have the Mr. help. I do not wish for him to do too much labor, though advice and equipment would hopefully be his main contribution. I have suggested that after a bit of work, we could cook out here. I am not certain what I should serve, though I am thinking a roast would do well. I am hungry from something of the beef varietal. I am strongly considering trying to cook a brisket on my barbecue. I am not sure if I wish to add wood chips or not, though I am considering that. I could cook it on the off side, using the other burner for heat and smoke. It sounds tantalizing to me. Plus they would be able to see the house now that it has been turned into a home. I will have to make sure that all who usually attend their dinners are welcomed should they wish to show up for the meal. I doubt if they would want to hang around while the Mr. and myself play catch with tree limbs and the chainsaw? :p

I had a beer while at the dinner. And, you know what? Beer tasted good. So, on the way home, I decided to get some more. A case, I thought, should be enough. And, at this point, I am more than sure it is enough. Two beers outside, and another one so far. I suppose, in the end, I might end up having a six pack plus the one at the dinner. Though over 4 to 6 hours, I should think it more pleasant than not. I certainly have become a light weight, and that is fine too. I know I could drink a ton more, but it is fine to sip, now, in my new world.

Sam is out, I am watering the lawn. I need to move the sprinkler at midnight. That will end that effort. Though I would like to get to watering the lawn on a much more regular and heavy schedule, at least for a week or two. Damn the costs, I want to see some more green. Though the front lawn, in my opinion, is a total waste this year, I am going to give it a whack anyway. The garden is doing as well as can be expected. I will have more tomatoes than I can reasonably eat and yet too few to can. Perhaps I could freeze some though. I will see.

Well, back to tinkering I think. Get a good nights sleep, or if you are catching this in the morning... good morning.