I made it.

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Not too early, or late.  Just a bit early.  But... all good.

Enjoyed the meal, had seconds.  Kept it... to within reason.

Roast beef, potatoes, and gravy.  Water to help.  I now drink water regularly, with meals.  So I am used to that.  Good to have company, over a meal.

Dressed correctly.  Was showered.  Hair was even dry by then.  Beard trimmed yesterday, so it was still in good shape.  An old goat, but I clean up okay.

His younglings have all grown quite well.  The girls were speaking.  Last time they were all timid as mice.  Good to see.  And his son spoke, a bit.  I don't expect young men to speak, it's... not... what they do.  Not so much.  As well, I heard about his eldest son... married not so long ago, to my memory.  But long enough that he has four children and another on the way.  Good to hear.  That is... what it is about, like it or not.

All is well.  They, as well, invited a few missionaries.  Ladies.  So, I wasn't the only visitor.

Good to go.  I need to turn the electric blanket on, then game just a bit.  Let it warm.  Then on to bed.  It was quite a bit of concentrated effort to get my days and nights arranged.  Trying to keep it that way may prove tricky.  Will... do what I may.  Good evening, day, and goodnight.