Stepping Back

 There was an event on this past Tuesday evening. During the course of the event, I was surprised by some things that were said, and by the end of said event, was quick to leave as my anger level was beyond maxed out.

I am not going to go into detail of what happened. All I do admit it, is that it was family drama (not involving me) and overall it was displayed in a public manner that should not have happened. 

Needless to say, after a couple days of contemplating, and reducing my anger, I have decided to step back from family for awhile. It may also affect my writing here, though lately, it has not been much anyways.

I shall return...

PeacE

The Final Four Game

Many of you sports fans are aware that each March brings on the Madness of the NCAA Basketball finals. This year, the final games are being played here int he Valley, and though there is no way I am even going near where it is at, I am happy that my personal favorite college, Purdue, is in the Final Game. I'll head up to the pub later today to watch the game on television. I have a small bet for them to win, so though they are not favored, I am hoping.

Saturday night while at the VFW, my Sister invited my family over for 'carne asada' night at their place on Sunday. Youngest was sleeping, and The Wife was working on sorting some things at the house, so I ended up being the only one going. I mainly went to just have at least a little time to visit with RM, and could care less about everyone else. And I did get just a little bit of time. I sat quiet most of the evening, except to clarify facts in some of the tales of our youth. I still have issues with my Sister and her husband, and will probably space out time with them a bit again. Since they are joining the VFW, I will probably see them weekly, and I am not sure I want to be around them more than that. Has to do with past problems, that I am not going to re-hash now.

Weekly email sent off to the Company. Hopefully a response this week. EDIT: I did receive the automated reply that they received my email (which is more than I usually get this soon).

I noticed on my reading goal I am nearly halfway to my goal already.

Guess I'm all out of stuff to share today.

PeacE

A Pre-Report for the Weekend

 This weekend - there will be nothing of interest going on.

Yeah. Sums it up pretty much.

Last night I hung out with a couple friends, one that I had not seen in several weeks, so it was nice. While out, the Wife had sent me a text that the 99 cent store chain was closing  of their stores in the SW. We have one near us, and do use it often for some basics like salad, hot dogs, salami, and a few other things. I jokingly texted back that she would be shopping this weekend. Her answer was a resounding yes. So I wonder if I should head over there today, before the "store closing" rush hits to get maybe some things I like. Haven't decided, but I may before I head out to the VFW.

The past few months, I have occasionally seen these red stripe-like marks appearing on my arms. Yesterday I figured out what is causing them. Bruises. I had accidently bumped my arm into a table at the pub, and caught the corner. A small open wound, but along with an inch long red mark. It must be something to do with my meds that is causing it. Before I never bruised for such a small "bump".

Welp, need to do some morning absolutions, then may go shopping.

PeacE

The Weekly Post

 Looks like I have been posting only once a week, on Wednesday, for the past couple weeks. I really have no life.

The anniversary weekend went well. Dropped off Youngest at the Daughter's around midnight Friday, and went on to the hotel. Got up for the breakfast, then napped until about 1pm. The Taco Festival was only about an hour away, and motored up to Casa Grand for that. Parking wasn't great, with or without the handicap sign, and we had to walk a bit. Eventually we made it the the bandstand that had been put up, in time to catch the first music group of the day. Throughout the afternoon, we sampled some different stuffs from the 10 or so taco trucks there. Personally, none of it stood out as tremendously good. The entertainment throughout the afternoon was some Spanish/Mexican dancing, a country cover band, Guitaros Latinos (who played Spanish guitar music), a mariachi band, and the show highlight, Roger Clyne and the Peacemakers. The wind was terrible, gusting all day long, bringing in dust. My allergies were in full effect, and the watering eyes and grit int he mouth from the dust was not much fun. But I made it until the last 15 minutes of the show, before I said I needed to go as I was shivering. With the wind and the incoming storms, it got down into the lower 50s. Quick trip back to the hotel that night. Sunday we went over the Daughter's and spent the afternoon with them. Finished with dinner at Dennys and headed home.

Earlier this week has pretty much followed the regular routine. Monday email to the Company requesting a project, and letting them know I am available. The rest of the time is playing on the computer, or napping, or reading, hoping for an email reply to start work.

Such an exciting life.

PeacE

Getting Ready to Party

 Well, not really. Partying that is. More like an "old folks weekend getaway" event that will have bland food and discount coupons for Depends. I jest. That's a normal Tuesday.

This Saturday will mark 33 years of marriage for the very patient, loving Wife and I. Hard to believe in some ways that this much time has gone by, but looking at the ages and lives of our children, there is no mistaking the passage of time. I think I mentioned before about our weekend plans. I have booked the hotel room. Verified with the Daughter about Youngest visiting with them for the two nights, and us on Sunday. Everything is lining up nicely - except the weather, maybe.

I know here int he Valley they are talking about rain on Sunday and Monday, possibly as early as Saturday. That day, which we will be at a park for a better part of the afternoon and evening. Though about an hour south of the Valley, but also more likely to have rain. It will be a morning decision to make in regards to attending the event. I have a couple days to purchase tickets in advance (save $5 on each) but it is a Rain or Shine event. I am sure we have an umbrella somewhere, but I just don't like the idea of sitting int he rain.

Not much else going on. It is getting harder to even try to think about what to write about.

PeacE

Thirsty Thursday Is Here

 Normally, that would mean an excuse to go out to the pub and have a few beers. However, this morning it is a bit different. I woke craving a soda. A Mountain Dew soda to be exact. I know, I shouldn't be having soda, due to the sugar, etc, but it is always one of my 'bad things to like'. So I went up to the closest Quik Trip and took in my 52 oz refill mug, and topped it off. Then I grabbed a soda for the Youngest. I also grabbed a couple orange Powerades, as I do enjoy them occasionally. And since I was near the "rollers", I saw they had a chili-cheese sausage dog, so I had got two of them to try. Figuring it was for breakfast anyways, I picked up a couple pork & vegetable rolls as well. Veggies are healthy, right? Well, at least I ain't hungry now, and I still have some soda left in my cup....

Looks like I have several things I need to get done today. The Wife's registration is due, and is quite pricey for the two years, but we will do it. Also received the one for the car the Youngest will have, so I should pay it as well. I need to book our hotels room for the two nights coming up soon. And I still need to file our taxes. I do them electronically so it only takes about 15 minutes, but need to get them done still. So how much of this will get done today? Even I am not going to guess. But I do feel a nap coming on in the near future...

PeacE

Friday Notes

 Well, it is nice that it is Friday, but not because it is the end of my work week - like I have one of those anymore it seems... Next week is spring break for the Youngest. My Doodad and family spent most of this last week in California doing the Disney parks. It was her first time and I was glad they sent many pictures over the three days for us to enjoy.

No plans this weekend. In two weeks we will be headed out of town for our anniversary. I think the plans now are to head to Tucson Friday night to drop off the Youngest at the Daughter's house for a couple nights, then stay at the hotel. Saturday we are driving back up to Casa Grande, as there is a taco festival going on. The bonus is there is a band I have enjoyed for years playing the venue - Roger Cline and the Peacemakers. Years ago they were known as The Refreshments, and I know I have a CD around here from those days. That night we will return to the hotel in Tucson. Sunday will be Easter, but we will spend part of the day visiting then head home that night.

Not sure what else is going on that I could write about. Most days I am here at home twiddling my thumbs hoping some work will come along. I have started looking into other companies, and job search sites, looking for related work, but no luck as of yet.

I broke down this morning and went o Jack in the Box for a breakfast combo. I better go check my numbers before I eat.

PeacE