Monday 6/30, We had to get up by 7 and over to Dick’s by 8. We got up, packed and chatted with Jodi for a few minutes before saying goodbye and taking off to Dick’s. When we arrived everyone was already starting to say goodbye and we jumped right in. Mom still felt like garbage. I packed up some bars then we hit the road. We made decent time to the airport and we talked the whole time. Mostly about family and growing up and Grandpa and Grandma. Grandpa was a real grump and never allowed for any lighthearted silly stuff. We dropped them off at the airport then took off for Kelly’s work to pick up Kassie’s jacket. When we got there she put us in the kitten room and there were four babies that were totally unsocialized that had just been picked up by someone on their way through from North Dakota. We played with them a bit and I got to pet all of them when they were distracted. We said goodbye and off we went to the airport to drop off the car and check in. We went and got a little lunch then over to our gate where we boarded. The flight went pretty quick and soon we were down to baggage and off to her car. She drove me home and when we got there she came inside to see the house and we chatted for a few minutes. Afterward I got into bed and laid there and talked to Eric and filled him in on my trip. I read for a little bit and closed my eyes. Eric went to the store for me and made me a salad for dinner. I talked to Dad and he filled me in on their trip home and it sounded nightmarish with a nutjob on board who was mistreating her baby and ended up escorted off the plane by police when they landed in San Diego. I ended up going to bed by 11 and was very tired.

Sunday 6/29, We woke up before 8 and went upstairs and Jodi had heard from Roxy and they had finally gone home around 5:30 am. Kelly and Mark took off over there to try and help Rosemary and Larry get things set up since people were coming for brunch. Kass and I got ready and chatted with Clint and Jodi. I called Eric to fill him in. We rode over with them and Kass was very nervous. Clint took the kids out on the boat when we got there and Kass too. I went inside for the scoop and it was very tense and a bit awkward for the first part of the day. It was pretty quiet since mom and dad were supposed to have a lot of sleep. Dad was up and moving for most of the day but mom was so out of it and slept all day. I called Aubrie and filled her in on everything that happened. She couldn’t believe it. Clint took us out on the boat and we had a pretty full ride. That was fun. Back at the house we just hung out and tried to have fun. We finally got mom up at 5 and gave her meds and got food in her. Eventually we ended up outside on the deck going through a bunch of Dad’s stuff from when he was a high school / college student. There was some pretty incriminating stuff in there. Mark and Kelly left for home and I told Kelly I’d see her the next day. We didn’t stay too late and headed back to Clint’s to go to bed early. It was probably 11-ish when we went to sleep. It was another very exhausting day.

Saturday 6/28, We were up by 6:30 and I was the first into the shower since there were four of us who needed to shower. We all got ready, had a little breakfast and drove over to Dick’s. From there we caravanned to Stewart for Keith’s funeral. We got there before 9:30 and the funeral ended around 1:00. It was long, but very moving and wonderful to hear so many stories about Keith and also I really enjoyed the pastor who talked a lot about depression and removing the stigma. Afterward we had lunch in the church basement. It was a very draining day. I got teary a few times and especially when Derek got up speak and he started to cry. One of Keith’s friends spoke and she was so on about mental health issues and the taboo surrounding them and how mad she was at Keith. One of the pastors did the same thing and I was so glad it was being addressed. We had a nice lunch then some of us headed over to the cemetery to go see Grandma and Grandpa. It started raining just as we walked out of the church and we saw Kassie over there walking around. We said the rain was probably Grandma trying to put out Kassie’s joint. We only stayed for a minute because there was a big storm coming. Most of the family went over to Cactus Jack’s to hang out for a little bit before going back to Dick and Roxy’s. Kass and me went over to the farm house and we went through and found the tinsel tree that Kelly wants. The house looks a lot better since Gin’s been there working on it, but it’s still got a long way to go. We took off for Dick’s and when we arrived there weren’t too many people. Kass wanted me to help with her fight night dip and people slowly started trickling in. Soon the house was filled and while the weather wasn’t gorgeous, it was nice enough for some people to sit outside. Clint and I had a long talk and I told him I’m mildly depressed and that I need to get some help and he started tearing up and after what we just went though with Keith, he kept telling me I need to get help and he is so scared for me. He was begging me to get help and kept telling me how serious he was. I calmed him down and he shared something with me that I won’t put on here, but he needs some help too. We come from a dysfunctional family, all of us. Then I was talking to TK and he started tearing up and Kelly was like “What are you doing to these boys??” That one I don’t know what happened. Anyway, the rest of the day went fine and we were all pretty exhausted as it all wound down. We took off back to Clint’s and we all got ready for bed (Mark, Kelly, Kass and me) and turned in. Dad called just as I as dozing off and Kass had given him something and he and mom were extremely sick. I don’t feel like recounting all of it because it was awful, but they went to the ER and we were up until 2-ish waiting for word of how they were doing. Finally fell asleep. It was late. Or early, depending.

Friday 6/27, We were up at 4:30 and on the road shortly after. Eric took me to the airport and I made it through security and all that quickly. Kass was running late and boarded close to last. She was in the last row of first and I was on the bulkhead right behind her in coach. She shared her breakfast sandwich with me. When we landed we got my bag then met mom and dad at their claim. We went and got the rental car and headed over to Kelly’s. We chatted for a little bit before mom and dad took off and left Kass and me. The three of us girls chatted for a little bit then headed to get some lunch and we went to Yum! We had a fun lunch and went over some various conspiracy theories. Next we went to Byerly’s for groceries then the liquor store where Kass and Kelly did quite a bit of wine tasting. Back at Kelly’s we got the food all squared away and I kept Kass company while she prepped. Mark came home and started packing. I told him I would do his packing for him. Once he was ready we headed out to Dick’s. We had a nice drive out and made it pretty quickly. When we arrived we snacked in the brand new kitchen. We had a fun night and it was good to see Gin for the first time since 2006. I was upstairs for a good part of the night and most of the other cousins were downstairs. We ended up leaving and going to Clint’s by midnight or something. When we got there and there were no blankets or pillows for Kass and me for the couch since Kelly and Mark were in the guest room. We made due with what we could find and made sure to give Clint a hard time in the morning since he was supposed to put it all out for us.

Thursday 6/26, I got my bonus at work and was very happy. I also got off work early and home by 4-ish. I put on my suit and sat outside for about 10 minutes; 5 of those were in the sun. I went inside and did some house stuff and laundry. I picked out the dvds for my trip to MN the next day. Eric was home before 6:00 and made the dogs’ dinner and cleaned up the kitchen. We went to dinner at Garlic Crush, which was good, then over to the mall so I could get some mascara and a cookie. We went home and I finished packing and got into bed. I got all my bill pays scheduled and updated this before going to bed early.

Wednesday 6/25, I stopped at the dry cleaner to pick up some stuff after work. When I got home Eric was setting up the google chrome thing so I got ready for my walk and took off. I did two times around the lake and Eric met me on my third time around and we talked all the way around. When we got home we fed the dogs and got a pizza in the oven. We watched tv and ate dinner then Eric put on some Lana from youtube so that was fun. We went to Super Supplements so I could get some moisturizer. When we got home I went out in the backyard and watered the plants. When I was done I went to get my cup from the living room and slid and skidded across the floor in what I believed to be pee behind the couch. Eric thought I broke my leg. After some additional sleuthing we realized it was actually vomit and oil from the deep fryer and there was more in the bathroom (!). It was disgusting. We spent a while cleaning that up and trying to figure out how they broke into the cupboard. I think it was Violet with Brizo leading the charge. So nasty. That was the end of that! I got ready for bed and watched tv in bed.

Tuesday 6/24, When I got home I watered some of the plants in the backyard then sat on the deck in the sun in my underwear for 45 minutes. It felt great. I went inside to get ready for Eric’s celebratory dinner with Mom and Dad. We took off and got there a few minutes early. We went to Caspian. Mom and Dad arrived and we had a nice dinner, although Eric thought his was bland. Mine was good and the service was very good. We were there for about two hours. We went home and got ready for bed. I was exhausted and fell asleep watching tv.

Monday 6/23, Susan was at the house when I got home and we sat on the couch and talked for a while then started X-Files. Eric brought in some gyoza and noodles with snap peas, then for dessert some of the peach bread pudding with a lot of ice cream. We watched a carnival episode and one with a Romanian grandmother trying to get rid of evil spirits. After it was over Susan left and I showered and got into bed.

Sunday 6/20, Chrystol and Sky were coming over to watch the soccer game at 3:00 so we had a day of cleaning and prep ahead of us. Eric was up early and I was up by 9:00. I started cleaning and did that for a few hours and felt good about my progress. Eric spent the whole day cooking. After I finished I went and laid outside to get some sun for a while. We got a message that they were on their way so I showered and got ready. When they arrived Eric brought out the food, which included a salad with boiled fingerling potatoes, asparagus and fried eggs. The dressing was butter, sugar and lemon juice. It was a hit. Next was the homemade fried chicken. Yuuuum. For dessert we had Eric’s homemade peach bread pudding that was excellent. The game was a nail biter and Sky was very disappointed. We sat around and talked for a while with Chrystol and me feeling very sleepy and closed our eyes on the couch. We all perked up when Wipeout came on. We watched it to the end and did a lot of laughing. They took off and we relaxed and went to bed.

Saturday 6/21, I set my alarm for 8:00 and got up and ready. Susan arrived right at 8:30 and we headed out to Sammamish for an estate sale. I got a metal deer bust with gold antlers and a Cars cd. Susan is trying out the deer at her place and if she doesn’t want it she’ll give it back and I’ll find a place for it. Next we headed to Bothell for the next Girlfriends sale. This is where the cute guy was working. I got two roasting pans, a giant measuring cup and a candy thermometer all for $13. Good shit too. The guy kept reeling me in with lower prices on stuff. We took off and stopped in Kirkland at Homffman’s bakery for a treat. I got a cinnamon roll. We went in Common Folk which I haven’t been to since they moved. We went home and watched an episode of X-Files (Dod Kalm) and it was okay. I still don’t know what happened. Susan took off and I got into my suit and went and laid outside in the sun and looked at magazines. The dogs all came out and enjoyed the sun as well. Later that afternoon I went to the dry cleaners to drop off some stuff then to Ace for 10 more tomato cages for the dahlias. I went inside and laid down and all the dogs napped with me too. I got up at 6:45, fed the dogs and waited for Eric to come home. We went to the GO to pick up stuff for our lunch with Sky and Chrystol the next day. We got most of what we needed but picked up the rest at QFC as well as stuff for dinner. It was almost 9:00 and Eric started dinner. He made portabella mushroom burgers and tots. We sat in the dining room and talked for a while after dinner. I showered and got into bed, watched some SNL then to sleep.

Friday 6/20, P told me to leave an hour early so that was nice. When I got home I sat around for a little bit then went to Goodwill to try and find ramekins. I came up empty but found some decent substitutes and also a totally mid-century nightstand for $15. It needs to be sanded and restained but it’s legit. At home Eric whipped up some dinner including cauliflower, yams and an egg/cheese bake. We watched a little tv then I headed down to Nordstrom Rack to see if I could find some black flats and a dress for the funeral. I tried on a million shoes and about 20 dresses. The second to the last one worked. It was 9:30 and they were closing up so I headed home. Eric and I stayed up for a little bit then I got ready for bed. He slept in the second bedroom since his back was bothering him.

Thursday 6/19, Mom’s birthday. I went for a run when I got home from work and called Mom when I got back. We chatted for a little bit and I told her I’d see her next weekend. I had to work on Violet’s long bio since she had a good app. The next day I found out it was from a nut job who had previously referred to a 9-year old dog (Violet) as a waste of her time. Good riddance. I worked on that for the rest of the evening and went to bed.

Wednesday 6/18, I went to Susan’s again after work and checked in on Pen. She was good and feeling a little more spry than the last visit. I headed home and Eric was making dinner when I arrived. It was one of the recipes I had cut out and we decided on. It was fantastic. Pork tenderloin with sweet potatoes and onion, sautéed cauliflower, brussel sprouts, and asparagus. The sauce had lime, cilantro, and who knows what else but it was fantastic. It was a 10. We will definitely be making it again. We watched some tv then went for a walk around the neighborhood. I showered, got into bed, and watched tv before going to sleep.

Tuesday 6/17, I went to Susan’s after work to go check in on Pen since her and Jon were in Vancouver for a few days. She was lounging on the couch when I got there so I said hi then went to work on her chores. I filled up her food and checked her water, gave her her medication and checked the litter box. I hung out in the living room with her for a while and pet her both with my hand and also with one of her toys. I left a few minutes before 6 and headed home. It took a little while but Eric had dinner ready when I got home. He showed me all the pressure washing he’d done that day (master bedroom patio, pool room, back deck) then we sat down to have dinner. I went up to Silver Platters and got the new Lana cd, an older Andrew Bird and the new Andrew Bird. When I got home I showered and got into bed. I uploaded some new photos for Violet, checked estate sales and talked to Mom. Watched tv and updated this before going to bed.

Monday 6/16, Eric went to Sky’s to watch soccer so I was on my own with the dogs. I thought he was going to be gone for the evening but he texted at 5:45 saying he was already heading home. I started looking at stuff online about Keith and got really sad. I sat outside for a long time then into the bedroom where I laid down and just felt depressed. Eric came home and I started crying. He had some helpful words and went to make dinner. He made the szechuan dish and it was really good. I felt better for most of the rest of the night. I watched Bachelorette then sat in the den with Eric and talked for a little bit before going to bed.

Sunday 6/15, We got up around 8 and Eric went to get his hair cut. I went for my run at the park then had some cereal before showering and getting ready for brunch at Mom’s. We got over there right at 11 and beat Kass. We sat up in Mom’s room and talked because the cleaning ladies were there. Kass, Leslie and Sky showed up and we went downstairs and had brunch then talked for a few hours. Eric and I hit the road and when we got home I changed and went out in the yard for a little bit and it rained off and on. When I went inside I watched Drive since I’d had a hankering to watch it for a while. We decided on two recipes for the week and went up to the GO to get stuff then to QFC. When we got home Eric heated up some pizza for me and I laid low for the rest of the night.

Saturday 6/14, I got up around 8:00 and Susan arrived before 9. We took off and headed to an estate sale in Renton. It was mostly junk but we found a ton of xmas village stuff (I got some accessories) and a fiberglass ladder. Next we headed down to Maple Valley with a detour to a GO we passed on the way. The estate sale had a ton of old cameras so I called Aubrie to ask which ones would be good for Christian. I got a whole bunch of stuff so hopefully some of it will work and he’ll be able to find film for them. Next Susan and I headed into the garage where I got some more xmas village stuff. We took off and headed home. When we arrived we watched one episode of X-Files about some zoo abductions. There were a lot of holes in the episode’s plot and reading the wikipedia entry was not much help. I wanted to take a nap but did chores instead and went through old magazines and cut out recipes that looked good. I talked to Dad about funeral arrangements then Eric got home. I hadn’t had dinner so we went and got a pizza. I watched something but I don’t remember what.

Friday 6/13, Eric had to work late so when I got home I took Clancy, Nyx and Violet all out for a walk, but separately so I got my workout in. I fed them, made myself some rice for dinner and took a shower. At 7:30 I left for my massage and Corey was all ready for me. I was a little scattered and didn’t have much direction for him so I told him I wanted relaxation. Within five minutes I asked him if I could change my mind and said he could go deeper. Jeez, did he. There were a couple times when I was like “Shit, that hurts” but I kept it cool. It actually was really therapeutic and a couple times I started tearing up. Luckily I was on my stomach so he didn’t see. Some of the pressure spots on my back felt like some energy was released and that’s when I started to tear up. Anyway, I asked him about his project and it sounds like it’s going well. He said he’ll be in every couple weeks to massage and be home, then dropped the gf bomb. I figured as much, but it’s confirmed! I told Susan and she thinks he made her up because I told him I have a bf. It was a little before 9:00 when I left and headed home. I called Susan and we made plans for our day of estate sales. Eric came home and we talked a little bit before going to bed.

Thursday 6/12, I felt a little better throughout the day. When I got home I went for a walk and that felt good. Eric made dinner when I got home. I had a message from Kelly that the funeral will probably be next week on Friday or Saturday. I showered and got into bed then updated this.

Wednesday 6/11, I got a call from Mom when I got to work and it didn’t sound good. I figured something had happened with Grandma since she’d been languishing since her aneurism, but when I called her back she told me Keith had committed suicide. She didn’t know much more than that. Ginny has been in MN for the last month+ so she wasn’t even in the same state when it happened. I was so shocked, all I kept thinking was “What?!”. It was just so shocking and heartbreaking. I called Kelly because she hadn’t heard yet so I told her and she had some input since she’d been talking to Gin since she’d been there. I talked to Mom again and then Dad. There wasn’t much new information but I figured by the end of the day there would be. When Mom first told me I was shocked but it didn’t really start to sink in until later that morning and especially after I talked to Kelly and she told me he had been very depressed and had battled depression for many years. I was so sad thinking about Keith being that sad and hopeless that he would do that. He was just the nicest person I’ve ever known and for him to be in such pain made me so sad. Apparently the neighbor found him after Gin called and asked him to go over and check on Keith since she hadn’t heard from him for a couple days. I was glad I was in the office by myself because I felt so down and went in and out of crying throughout the day. I just never would have expected Keith of all people. I talked to my Mom at lunch because she wanted to check in on me and had some good insight. I sent Gin a text to let me know if she needed anything I was there for her. I talked to Kass and we made plans to go to Mom’s for dinner and to see each other. When I got home Eric and I went for a walk at the park and he did a lot of pep-talking. I was teary but managed to refrain from any major crying while we circled the park. It felt good to walk and get some of that energy out. When I got home I called Kelly and she had a lot more information and I felt better after talking to her. We agreed to keep in touch with any new info. I hopped in the shower, dressed and Eric and I headed over to Mom’s. Kass was already there. We had a nice dinner and didn’t talk about any of it until after dinner. I filled Kass and Mom in with the new info and we talked about it a little. Eric and I took off around 9 and headed home. I got ready for bed and finally felt a little more myself, although I was completely exhausted.

Tuesday 6/10, Susan came over after work and we chatted for a little bit before starting in on X-Files. We got through two but then the second one was a two-parter, so we watched a third. Eric made dinner too. After Susan left I showered and got into bed.

Monday 6/9, Eric took care of meeting Jojo’s people for pickup. When I got home I felt exhausted; I think it’s the drive that does it, even though it’s only like 17 minutes. I sat down to do some art research and spent a good part of the night on my computer. Eric made homemade veggie burgers with zuchinni, squash, portabella mushrooms, an egg and breadcrumbs. Then the pistou for seasoning. They were good but next time he’s going to do them thinner and maybe some of the cheese to the patties. We watched some tv together then I showered and climbed into bed.

Sunday 6/8, Nyx was barking at 7:00 and finally I got up and let the dogs out then climbed back into bed. Eric was out (very rare) so I let him sleep. He finally woke up at 9:00 so I got up and got my running clothes on. I went to the park and did two times around and didn’t set any records; I was lagging. When I got home I had some cereal and made the bed. Eric headed outside in the front yard and I was close on his heels. We were out there for a few hours and got a lot done. I mostly worked on watering, deadheading the purple rhodie and trimming up the azaleas and rhodies by the bedroom. They all look a lot better. Eric weeded and pressure washed the courtyard. Inside it was 12:30 or so and I made myself a gigantic salad for lunch. Susan let me know she was on her way over so we could watch an X-Files episode, then I got a call that Jojo would be arriving by 1:30. Susan and I talked until Jojo arrived then we started the show. It was about some parent committee at a school who were all devil worshippers but then this other lady shows up and she’s the real devil and kills them all. We had a lot of questions at the end. Susan took off and I did some art research until I fell asleep. I forced myself to get up at 6:00 even though I was still tired. Eric and I went to the store then he made dinner. I watched tv and did more art research until 8:30 then we went to Menchi’s. It was good people watching. Back at home I got ready for bed and updated this before turning in.

Saturday 6/7, I was up around 8:00, got dressed and Eric made me a little mcmuffin out of the mini-Macrina brioche rolls P gave me. It had a few leaves of spinach with the pistou and a perfectly tiny poached egg. It was very good. We set out for the estate sale and when we got there we were fourth in line. I told Eric our game plan and we were all set. The woman in front of us had two pre-teen girls and literally the girl was in front of me and walked right up to the table where the Bergstrom was and picked it up and walked away. Like she was reading my fucking mind. I was livid. I basically followed her around waiting for her to put it down but no dice. I was so irritated. It was blue; I’ve never seen a blue Bergstrom! Arg. And it was like $10. I was pouting and seething when Eric came over to me and said it would be alright and hands me a small canvas. The Horiuchi. It was a Horiuchi. I totally forgot about it because I was so focused on the Bergstrom. I couldn’t believe it. We just looked at each other in disbelief. It was only $25. I immediately purchased it. I was still mad about the Bergstrom and am kicking myself that I didn’t give her my number if she ever wanted to sell it. We took off and we still couldn’t believe it. At home I updated my ipod and Eric set out to get gas in the denali for our trip to Plain. I called Mom and told her the story and she couldn’t believe it. I sent her a picture. My ipod finished then I set out. I arrived by 12:45 I think and Eric was taking care of moving the cars around. We went and talked with Dick and Linda for a little bit then loaded up the ladder and pressure washer and headed out. We went to Anjou bakery for lunch and I got the butter and ham baguette, my favorite. For dessert I had a brownie that was in a cupcake wrapper. It was so creamy, it was like there was ganache in the center, but there wasn’t. We went into Wenatchee to gas up and I decided against going to the antique store. We headed back and went Blewett and it felt like it took forever. I so prefer Stevens, even if traffic is bad most of the time. At least then I know where I am and how far I have to go. We got home by 4:45 and took all the dogs out. I was feeling a little out of it and had a headache, but I was also antsy so I went to Goodwill and perused the movies and cds. I didn’t find anything I had to have but almost bought a Heatmiser cd. Back at home I had a salad. I put on Tropic Thunder and watered the plants. I was tired so I wasn’t able to stay up much past 10:30.

Friday 6/6, When I got home I let all the dogs out and was in the backyard when Eric got home. He had gone to pick up some compost for the backyard but ended up getting extra so we were able to do the blueberry / huckleberry bed as well. We spent some time in the backyard with the dogs then I went for a run and Eric made me a salad when I got home. He went out and started hauling the compost into the backyard and spreading. I went out and started helping and we talked with Sherry for a few minutes. The doctors have given Tony 4-6 weeks to live so she’s home full time now (ALS). It’s so incredibly sad. We got all the dirt down and I got the eight new dahlias into the ground. Eric moved one from the courtyard back there and I moved one that was by the fence over to the new bed and split it into three plants. We cleaned up and went inside. I half-watched Dateline and moved the sprinkler around in the front yard. I cruised estate sales online and saw one in Bellevue that looked like it had a Bergstrom and possibly a Horiuchi. I called Eric in and he said the one was a Bergstrom for sure, but the Horiuchi-ish one, the signature looked too long. We decided we’d get up early and go down there the next morning before heading over to Eastern WA. I went to bed kind of late.

Thursday 6/5, I beat Eric home and cleaned up poop in the backyard. When he got home he started dinner and I went into the backyard and deadheaded the rhodie and the one on the side of the house. For dinner Eric made a salad, asparagus with garlic and basil and some pasta-y dish that was delicious. I watched a little tv before showering. I put on Edward Scissorhands and worked for almost an hour and a half. Climbed into bed and finished my movie then did some research about the movie. Went to bed by 11.

Wednesday 6/4, When I got home Eric and I talked for a little bit then I stretched and went on my run. I did two times around at the park and did it quicker than on Monday. I showered then we took off for Ace to get yard stuff and then the GO for dinner stuff. At home Eric started dinner and I pounded in the fertilizer stakes by the twisty baby. We put off getting the compost until Friday. Dinner was good and we watched tv. We trimmed Nyx’s and Violet’s nails then I got into bed and watched tv.

Tuesday 6/3, Doug came in the morning and put in the new dishwasher as well as cleaned up some of the plumbing under the sink with new hoses. I headed over to Susan’s after work. We had plans for X-Files and pizza. She showed me all the things they have done to the place since I last saw it and we talked for a little bit before we called in the pizza order. We went and picked it up but the cute guy wasn’t working. Back at her house we started X-Files and watched two episodes: Aubrey and Irresistible. Jon watched the first one with us. The second one was super creepy. The pizza was delicious; the Hawaiian had bacon on it. It was almost 9 so I headed home. I got into bed and filled Eric in on my night.

Monday 6/2, I went on a run when I got home so that felt good when that was done. I watched tv and had dinner before half-watching Bachelor and watering the plants in the front yard.

Sunday 6/1, We slept in until 9:00 then I got up and took out the dogs and fed them. Eric was in the shower. I crawled back in bed and enticed Eric into bed as well and we did all that fun stuff that kids do. We got up and dressed and soon Eric left for work. I was relaxing and doing stuff online, but Mom called and wanted me to go over to her place to see their remodeled master and to get some lunch. I got over there right before 1:00. The bedroom looks good, but very different. We went to the Roanoke for lunch and that was very good. We chatted for a little while when we got back and finally I took off for home. I putzed around for a little bit and I think I went and got contact solution before hunkering down to watch a movie (Chocolat) and work for 2.5 hours. Eric came home part way through my movie. After it was over I watched the behind the scenes then got ready for bed.