how about drinking?

illimae

Hi all, today’s DOTD was a lemonade with strawberry stoli vodka and a splash of grenadine from Sobelman’s in Milwaukee and it was delicious!

Jazzygirl

Hey Ill- since you are in WI, can we say you got the winning Powerball number? One winner up there, so they say? Fest up girlfriend! Anyways, you are celebrating in good style.

Janky- your trip sounded really great. Are you feeling more recovered?

Chi- your trip is coming up fast. I hate dealing with luggage issues. Gordie and Leslie sound like they are doing so well together! Can't wait to hear about all the great places you will visit soon.

Cami- is Joey on spring break? I bet you like having him around. Your buddy.....

NM- always fun to observe work place dysfunction from a distance. I hope you are liking you new gig? I laughed about Sadie needing to be comfortable the bed. She is a character. I still love the stories about her taking the utensils, etc.

I don't feel like I have slowed down at all yet. Dealing with some accrued needs with having some freedom in my schedule. Got one car done for spring service and another going in tomorrow. I cleaned out part of my garage today and that felt like a good spring cleaning move. I got contacted about some new work with my old client here in town and accepted it today. Will start on April 15th and have the next few weeks off to get my trip down south in as well as some other to dos around the house. Mo money! Jazz has a busy year with her work.

Going to bed. I need some good sleep

NativeMainer

Good Morning, Loungettes!Happy TGIF day!Getting up to some rain here. That's going to go a long way toward melting the rest of the snow and ushering in mud season. My driveway is a total mess. Sadie has started finding some mud to play in while in the yard. Let the floor washing and dog bathing marathon begin!

Cammy--LOL, what a dance! It is horrible about the schools, and people are all upset because there wasn't instant news available. There's a lot of talk on the news this ayem about needing to stay calm and be patient, that news isn't given out until it's verified, and the difference between a hard and soft lock down. (Who knew there 2 kinds of lock downs? I didn't!)I wonder too, what would have happened if I hadn't gotten so sick that time. Sometimes what seems like a real problem at the time does turn out to be a blessing down the road. Joey is almost 6 foot tall?? WOW!!

Janky--Did the post-snatching gremlin pick onyou? We really need to find a way to exorcise him. I wish there was something you could do to keep your counts up after treatments. That has got to be frustrating. Sadie says "Thank you" for the extra ear scratch time! She's adapted pretty well to the new schedule, until the week rolls around that I keep very odd hours to do the monthly inservices. Then we're both confused for a while!

Illi--I bet that lemonade was increadible!It sounds and looks very yummy!

Jazzy--I am really liking the new job. Lots and lots to get done this summer, but it's coming together. The first big project is well underway. Sometimes I'm surprised to realize that I only started this job a month ago, today! Glad to hear the old job is done and over and a new one is up and coming and you have some time in between to take care of things. A busy year is a good year!

camillegal

camillegal

Illi I too really liked ur drink.

camillegal

Mornin' ladies.,

CONGRATIONS Jazzy this was a fast job to get....good for you, so get all ur fun and stuff done

Oh who lost their post, I do that so often, I have no idea what I hit and it's usually when I really wrote a lot, jeez even my co mputer finds me boring,,,it's probably trying to save me.

Kim we're all taking care of Sadie with all the extra rubs and scratching going on.

Lori DD is in the hospital and Lori went to PR fr her, but we haven;t heard on here what's going on, I hope she writes something today prayers are so needed. I've been praying so much lately, I think nagging is the word I should use.

Dara loves her job this time, I'm happy for her.

Well Janky are u fully rested now, sometimes it takes a little longer than it used to.

Illi ur lemonade reminded me of an Arnold Palmer but I think that drink would be good with Vodka an Arnold WOW Palmer would be good.

Phones have been quiet here, but this is my slow season. One of the guys called me cuz he said he missed me hahaha He misses me yelling at him, keeps it going better.

Have a great day everyone

LUBS U ALL

JCSLibrarian

Here I am getting chemo this morning. My blood pressure is low. 97/57. No one seems think the chemo is causing it. White blood cells low, but not too low to get the infusion. Everything else looks good. Guess I am getting the hang of this chemo thing.

Beautiful day here! Spring flowers are blooming and the sun is shining. It is supposed to rain Sunday and get cold again for a few days. Not complaining!

Love both DOTDs. I have to learn how to mix a fancy drink to celebrate another week of fun!

Have a great weekend.

MemaSue56

Hi my DahhhLinks,

Happy Friday. Fridays lately have been mine and hubs night out. Local bar has really good clam chowder and fried cod. I don't like much in the seafood area but do like the cod fish and chowder.

Hair, hair, everywhere!! I lost mine for the 3rd time about 18 mos ago, previous hair losses had regrown in no time. But not so this time. Have been using Rogaine faithfully for over a year, not much in regrowth...like...nil. Just got box of Tinactin (sp) in the mail yesterday. Haven't started it yet, but will let ya'll kno if it works.

Also, this 3rd time my weight loss is almost nil, so ordered Nutri-System, haven't received it yet, but excited about it. I hope it works and yes, I have been exercising too.

Got to get to my cycling...will yak at all later.

LUBSLUBSLUBS

ChiSandy

Ilona, that strawberry Stoli lemonade sounds fantastic! Gotta try that place next time I'm in Milwaukee—the German restaurant across from the Bradley Center is now just another fast food/sports bar.

Sitting here in the Delta Sky Club at O'Hare killing time till I board the first leg of the flight—ORD->JFK. Sprung for an annual membership, as upgrading to business class would have cost an extra $9K for the trip and even $3K just for the Tel Aviv->JFK leg alone. Will just have to knock myself out for that 12-1/2 hr flight. If Bob could handle Chicago-Tokyo (14 hrs) in plain coach, I can do it in Comfort+. When I return to JFK, I get my Global Entry interview and redress # right on the premises. (And now you can apply for TSA Pre at the airport before you go through security)

Got TSA Pre, hallelujah! Breezed through security (though I did have to remove both my jacket and hoodie, and I preemptively put my jewelry in my purse). Didn't even set off the body scanner—guess they've finally calibrated them to recognize orthopedic hardware. Speaking of which, I didn't pack a cane—my JFK->Amsterdam flight has me in an exit row, so I didn't want to tip off the crew that I might not be able to carry out the duties thereof. (Did practice hefting my rollaboard high enough to reach the bins—if I do need assistance, I can just legitimately say I'm too short). Flip side of that is that if I ask for a wheelchair for any part of my itinerary, I forfeit that nice aisle seat and am stuck in the middle. At the gift shop I got a water bottle that collapses absolutely flat. Right now I'm powering this iPad off my suitcase!

Amsterdam is flat as a pancake, so no need for a cane—but Jerusalem is hilly. I can pick one up in a pharmacy. (Won't need to buy CBD, since I was able to sneak the gummies & chocolate in with their “normal" doppelgangers; and I have a 36-hr patch on). Even remembered after I voted (no lines!) to replace the battery in an old-school watch, to set to Amsterdam time once I board.

DODT and it's not even noon? Yes, please! Cappuccino before breakfast, and Veuve de Vernay bubbly after, as I type this (increasingly ineptly), Looking out at the tarmac—kinda relaxing on what turned out to be a sunny day, with my flight scheduled to be on time (knock wood), Gate was changed to the last possible gate on this concourse—to paraphrase what we say on Passover, wherefore is this day different from all other days? Every plane trip I've ever taken—any airport—has either departed from or landed at the last gate, or both. (Guess my AppleWatch wants me to get my steps in).

ChiSandy

DOTD Part Deux, sitting in the Delta Sky Club at JFK (which makes the one at O'Hare look like a high school cafeteria with booze): first up, pink sangria (rose, peach juice, tequila):

Tipsier than me, as I had to balance it atop my bags before I scored a table. Next up, more Veuve de Vernay (served properly by an actual bartender):

Considering I had coffee & cookies on the flight here (the seats in those little Embraer jets are actually comfier than on SW's 737-700s), I will need to sleep, and the drinks in Comfort+ won't be nearly as nice, this is it alcohol-wise till I check into my hotel in Amsterdam tomorrow. About to get a decaf cappuccino for dessert. (They even have waitstaff here)! It was worth the annual fee, especially since I can get a $29 day pass for a guest traveling with me on Delta or a partner airline. The $60 day pass for everyone, regardless of flight class, membership status or frequent flyer miles, is a thing of the past. Delta's “Platinum Medallion" flyers (and Amex Platinum/Centurion cardholders) were pissed off that the riffraff like us were wrecking the club's exclusivity. I think Delta is shooting itself in the foot: corporations are cheaping out on expense accounts, those credit cards' annual fees cost more than a SkyClub membership, and I think more people were willing to shell out $60 per day in the lounge a few times a year than to drop a large annual chunk of change (still less than a tenth of a Business, much less First class ticket). I've heard horror stories of racial and ethnic profiling (as well as discrimination by apparel) among reception desk staff decreeing who “belongs" there vs. who might kill the snooty vibe.

Speaking of flight classes, my first flight to Europe in 1990 was plain old coach on Lufthansa. Decent legroom & recline, free drinks, and even steak (plated on china with metal utensils). “Premium Economy" on BA, Delta and Alitalia used to be like that too (including power footrests for sleeping), as recently as 11 months ago. No longer—Comfort+ is in the front of the Main Cabin, with only semi-priority boarding, a bit more legroom and dedicated overhead bins. Not even our own restroom any more. Next class up is First on domestic short hauls, and “Delta One" (sort of like a Business/First hybrid, but not as nice as Iberia's Business, much less Alitalia's Magnifica Class) on int'l and transcontinental domestic. On their 777s they're rolling out “Premium Select" between Delta One and Comfort+, but it's essentially what Premium Economy was last year. And they stopped giving a second bag for free on Comfort+.

Oh, anyone remember flying coach on 747s cross-country 40+ years ago? United actually had an in-flight Coach lounge up the spiral staircase—complete with a piano! And daytime flights from Seattle-ORD or JFK even had deli buffets in the galley for coach—premium deli meats plus bagels & lox. (And open bars if departure was >1 hour late...or it was the Captain's birthday). A few years ago, a passenger on our SW flight proposed to his girlfriend, and there was free bubbly for everyone. Those were the days!

At JFK, landed at the last gate—but it was closest to the JFK Jitney that got me to T4 (int'l, where I'm typing this now). BUT the bus let us off at the last gate at T4–both my connecting flight and the Sky Club are smack dab in the middle! So the streak continues unbroken—which is more than I can say for Bob's March Madness brackets.

illimae

D’s OTD were a Blue Oasis and a Banana Berry Breeze at the Dells followed by an indoor river float.

janky

Yayyy - it's Friday Funday, let the weekend begin!! Hope everyone has the super sunshine that we are having here in Alberta...

NM - exorcising sounds great, I am so tired of low counts!

Jazzy, cami - I'm not recovering as quickly as I would like, but slow and steady will win the race!

Mema - My hair texture is terrible with a capital 'T'...but at least I have hair (I guess)

Chi - I love the SkyLounges, and yes, some are so much better than others for sure...

Cheers! janky

Jazzygirl

Chi- I am excited for you that you are on your way. Hopefully over the pond by now. Smart to pack the cane. I found one in my garage the other day from when I had my abdominal surgery and needed some steadying and thought to myself "don't get rid of that, you may need it." And yes, Jerusalem is very hilly and lots of walking. Wishing you an amazing trip. I miss the L10-11s and 747's from the 1970s.

JCS- hopefully your BP will be better soon. Are you feeling okay or lightheaded?

Mema- sorry to hear about the hair loss. I have a BCO sister friend who was involved in an Ibrance clinical trial and lost her hair and she has been struggling for it to return. She has been getting some shots of something into her scalp and finally think it may be working. Don't rule out the dermatologist to help you?

Cami- thanks for sharing about Goldie. She is going through a tough time right now folks.

Back to bed ladies. Good night!

Teka

Spring indoor cleaning from February to May Day. So again 4 weeks behind on the threads.

goldie,

Wish you a pleasant weekend.

JCS,

I hope you've minimal side effects from chemo.

Mema,

Nice to know that a dermatologist helped a BCO sister with hair loss.

Chi,

Have a safe fun trip.

Jazzy,

A fun time before starting new job.

illi,

I would love the fruit.

NM and Sadie,

Enjoy the mud season. Teka is an indoor puddy tat. ;o))

cami,

Joey sprouted up up and up!!!

janky,

We're having a cloudy weekend.

Not a bad view until the crocuses bloom!

*green moss*

MemaSue56

Mornin DahhhLinks,

Gotta post a short one as this is grocery shopping day.

Am liking all the DOTD's that have been posted. So keep em coming.

Am planning a trip to Oregon in May to see a BFF n my brother. Brother lives in Otis OR which just N of Tillamok (sp). BFF likes brothers tree house, so she'll sleep in it and me inside with db and dsil.

Having much warmer temps these last few weeks...mese tinks summer has arrived.

Got my Keranique kit the other day...it seems complicated, but I will muddle thru.

Hope all ya'll have a great weekend!

LUBSLUBSLUBS

ChiSandy

Ilona, where are you staying at the Dells? We used to go to Paleha Rida Resort one (quiet) town north, but I don’t think it exists any more. I forget the name of the hotel with an awesome Sunday brunch, “The Cascades,” I think.

Mema, saw an ad in the in-flight magazine for a laser cap to stimulate dying hair follicles damaged by heredity or loss of estrogen—not cheap (probably not covered by insurance) but cheaper than a cold-cap with less discomfort.

Can’t believe this is late March in Amsterdam: sunny and hit 70F today (OTOH, Chicago’s getting “wintry mix” again).

Had a bulkhead seat in Comfort+ JFK->AMS, and from what I could see through the curtain into “Delta One,” the only difference was the latter’s seats fully recline and have footrests, and the food & beverage service a bit nicer. Saw “Bohemian Rhapsody,” but fell asleep for the entirety of “The Wife” and made it only halfway through “Crazy Rich Asians” before landing. WIne wasn’t worth the alcohol & calories.

Got to my hotel, but the room wasn’t yet ready and I wasn’t ready for breakfast (after a free apricot iced tea, espresso, and petit four). Camped out in the spa, but they found me a room before I could book a massage or facial. Thought I’d shower & nap while my watch & phone recharged—but couldn’t find my watch charger, and my iPhone cable wouldn’t charge my watch regardless of what I plugged it into. Went through all my bags for spares (and I could’ve sworn I packed them), but no luck. Had to take the tram to the Apple Store (and once I alit, Siri took me around in circles). Got back to my room, plugged everything in, washed up and napped for a good solid 2 hrs. I think walking around the city first helps beat the jet lag, as it actually feels like what my watch says. On this side of the pond, Daylight Saving time starts 2am tonight—we have an early breakfast & full day of sightseeing tomorrow, with an early rijstaffel dinner. Checkout Monday is 4am to make the 7:10am flight to Ben Gurion.

DODT at Adam & Siam (welcome reception): first, the “Rosy Passion:” passion fruit juice, rose water,& vodka, garnished with a slice of passion fruit and several dried rosebuds:

Next, Cava:

So many Thai and tapas apps that none of us had room to consider dinner. Bedtime dessert was a complimentary caramel stroopwaffel and decaf double espresso in the room. I have yet to spend a cent on food or drink this trip!

Unlike what the internet warned, CBD is very widely available here, practically every on every block. Not in . The “coffee shops” but in cannabis store selling CBD coffees, teas, edibles, etc. I got the smallest possoible bottle so I wouldn’t need to discard it at security, Meanwhile, the streets smell Ike college, circa 1970. But Israel is more drcaconian, and there wasn’t enough room in a 26” suitcase for a cane. Will try to pick one put on the tour, as Jerusalem is very hikky

illimae

ChiSandy, we’re at Chula Vista. Nice room, two queen beds and a pull out which works well since it’s me, bff and her 3 kids (14,12 & 11). We leave tomorrow after the breakfast buffet, then bff and go to a concert in Madison.

undercoverebel

Hello everyone- I don't often get on here. And when I do I don't talk about my personal life. I am extremely private, I don't share things unless I can help someone else. But I wanted to talk about my DH, Constantin. I met him over 20 years ago through a friend. it was an unusual meeting, we hit it off in spite of that. It was difficult at times, he is from Romania. The culture and his upbringing were so different than mine. Eventually we figured things out, and supported each other like nobody else could. We went through his first cancer, then we got through mine. He cried when I was diagnosed, I didn't even cry. We adopted dogs, we couldn't say no to animals. He is so sensitive, he can't watch those sad, animal commercials. He is very kind, forgiving, loves to have fun, laughs so much, is spontaneous, likes taking chances, has a happy personality. He balances me, I am very different. We make a good team, but then he was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer last year. We tried chemo, didn't make much difference. He suffered from some horrible side effects we weren't expecting. He is a foodie, every side effect effected his eating. From severe erosive esophagitis, to an intestine blockage from the tumor. He was deprived of eating everything he loves, then he had a bowel issue from chemo. It was as ugly as it could get, we thought. It just broke him each time he attempted to eat, or go to the bathroom. A few weeks ago he vomited blood again, then passed out. After a day in ER he was admitted, his hemoglobin was very low, as was his bp, he kept passing out. They wanted to do a scope to see if the previous bleed had worsened or another developed. But he apparently had a stroke while having it done. He was paralyzed on his left side, and unable to speak much. He was going to need a feeding tube due to the blockage they found, very risky though. He was emaciated from the side effects that kept him from eating much. They couldn't even see the bleed due to so much blood and some food in his stomach. So they just kept siphoning it out. The doctors kept saying how bad off he was, especially the liver. I did not want to quit, but he decided to. He didn't know everything but he quit. I brought him home last week and he died a day later. He suffered because he couldn't cough up the phlegm, he cried, was scared of dying, sad to leave us. It was more awful than I have described. He deserved so much better a life than he had. I want people to know him, how good he is, how much he suffered, how much he deserved to live a full life. Instead of one that was cruelly snuffed out at 44. This is him with our last dog, he loves her so much and she loves him so much. The other cruel part to this is the pharmacist who did his chemo said he shouldn't be around our dog. He spent 7 months apart from her, that broke him even more. And all for nothing.

undercoverebel

illimae

undercoverrebel, I’m so sorry to hear that. DH and I are huge dog lovers too, I get it. Sending you big hugs 💛

Teka

undercoverebel,

I am so sorry for your loss.

*precious pic*

NativeMainer

Good Morning, Loungettes!Happy Sunday Funday!I see I missed another Saturday. I was too anxious to get the ne bed set up that I skipped right over my usual morning routine! I now have a wonderful 14 inch memory foam/gel mattress that is VERY comfortable! Sadie and I slept so well on it last night. It was an adventure getting it set up, though. First of all, it really does come in a box.

The mattress was all rolled up and wrapped in plastic.

Cutting the plastic off was an interesting challenge, hard to get through the layers of plastic without catching the mattress itself.

After fighting with the scissors for a bit I thought my handy-dandy letter opener might work better, but the plastic is tougher than your average envelope!

Got it rolled out, but it is STILL encased in plastic!And upside down.

Got it flipped and stripped, now watching it expand!

My bed is now much higher than it used to be, I have to work to get onto it, and poor Sadie has to try twice before getting up onto it! But, oh how nice it is!If you look at the top right of the pic above you can see where the top of the bed is in relation to the bedside stand. Here's a pic from this ayem showing how much higher it is once it fully expanded--AND after being slept on!

Cammy--WOW, love that Miami Nice! We seem to have an orange theme going on here! Sadie is in seventh heaven with all the extra rubs and tickles!She says to keep it coming! Glad things are slowing down a bit at work for you. Everyone needs a little break once in a while.

Librarian--It's funny how often people with high blood pressure have lower blood pressures during chemo, but it's never from the chemo. No one seems to be able to explain the phenomenon. All that stress should make high blood pressure go higher, not lower! But, at least that's one risk factor under control for now.

Mema--glad to hear round 3 isn't being as hard on you as the others have. I'm curious to hear how good the Nutri-System meals are. That company has been around a long time, there must be some good to it.

Chi--I don't travel much but I did get TSA Pre a few years back, and love it. Praying for safe and fun travels for you, can't wait to hear and see more! Pretty drinks, and I'd end up wet trying to balance a drink on my suitcase!

Illi--Oh my, what wonderful drinks for before a river float! That just sounds so relaxing!

Janky--I've never been in a Sky Lounge, is it really worth the extra money? I bet you are tired of low counts by now.

Jazzy--Good Morning!

Teka--tiz the season for spring cleaning! Personally, I wait until after mud season, for obvious reasons.

Mema--What is a Keranique kit? It sounds painful!

Chi--ah, the excitement of not having the one thing you were sure you packed. Glad you got it sorted out. The Rosy Passion looks marvelous! Wow, all those goodies and you haven't spent any money on food yet?Great deal!

Undie--I am so sorry for your loss. I am so sorry for all you and your husband went through.There are no words to describe what you've been through.

camillegal

Dear Undie, What can I say that u haven't heard. I am so happy u shared so much with us, I know u r very private. These last years for u and ur DH have been brutal and for that there are no words <<<prayers>>> but I was happy to hear how happy u made each other, certainly not long enough and for that I am truly sorry. And being separated from ur furbaby is a very big deal, they look adorable. May u find peace in looking back on ur good years and love from ur family and dear friends.

karen1956

Shannon - I'm so sorry for your loss - way too young. Lovely picture of your husband and dog. I hope your memories bring you comfort.

mistyeyes

Undercover, so sorry for your loss.   Your husband looks so loving in the picture with the dog.  Your dog looks like mine....well, when she was younger.

NativeMainer

Good Morning, Loungettes! Happy Monday Monkey Day. Not so happy a day here in the lounge with Undie's news. Such a hard thing to go through, and way too soon. The snow here is melting at a very fast rate now, the ground is absolutely saturated with water in many places, including my driveway. There's a puddle in the drive that scares me, I can't see how deep it is and its right in the rut line fromlast time I drove across it and I think the jeep bottomed out right there. Going to have to find someone to redo the drive this spring, I guess. Sadie is quite happily tracking mud into the house several times a day. Gotta love spring!

Snow Angel

Ingredients

1. 2 ounces bourbon, such as Angel's Envy
2. ¾ ounce fresh lemon juice
3. ¾ ounce Cinnamon Syrup, recipe follows
4. ½ ounce pimento or allspice dram liqueur
5. 1 large egg white
6. 1 dash Angostura bitters
7. Garnish: star anise

Instructions

1. In a cocktail shaker, combine bourbon, lemon juice, Cinnamon Syrup, pimento liqueur, and egg white. Shake vigorously for 15 seconds. Add ice, and shake until cold. Strain into a coupe glass. Add bitters, and garnish with star anise, if desired.

camillegal

camillegal

Mornin' ladies,

Well Kim u have ur mud season and Sadie has her fun season. These weekends fly by, especially if ur working. U know I've noticed lately some of our drinks it calls for raw eggs of some type. Can we actually eat raw eggs now??? I mean for a while it was a clear no on that, has something changed...

Oh Damn I hope we hear from Lori soon.

Now Jazzy have u gone, so confused with ur comings and goings, I try to member but never works.

And it seemed strange starting my post time not see see Sandy posting from last nite. I'm sure she's have a unique time with this trip.

I get used to certain things going on and I'm all askew when it gets mixed up.

JC how r u feeling today, I hope OK.

SusyQ I only lost my hair once, but since i did chemo so long it was gone for a long time. But it never grew back as a full head of hair. Thin, straight and goofy looking. About once a week it looks decent but I can't count on it when it looks OK, it just happens and I never know when LOL U sound good.

I realized I had prime on my TV, kind of fun old shows but I did watch some yesterday, some from the 50[s and 60's, they didn't seem so old but they were fun to watch. and Joey and I spent some good time together, which as u all know is my fun. Jodie came over Sat. morning, so that was good. One of the guys stopped by for a little bit that was it. I'm just so so tired all the time, my eyes close before I even sit back. I figure that's from my meds. Oh well no big deal.

OK I'll check back, Hey Janky, misty eyes, Illi, if I miss someone, I'm sorry. I've had 2 cups of coffee and ready for a nap.

LUBS U ALL

Jazzygirl

Greetings from Silver City, NM- yes, Jazzy has made it to her adventure down in the southern part of the state. I left mid morning yesterday and had a 4 and a half hour drive in yesterday. It was cold and felt like it might snow as I was leaving and later on, heard from a friend it WAS snowing in ABQ after I left. Winter does still make an occasional appearance here now even though things are firmly moving in to spring. I saw more greening up of things as I headed south.

I chose to take the scenic drive in which brought me up through the mountains through the Emory Pass and lots of switchbacks on the way up that reminded me of some of my driving in place in Colorado (well known for their scary passes). But having never been down here, I said I would do this on the way in and take another way back on Wed when I return to ABQ (and hit a couple other spots on the way). It was beautiful, but I could see some of the huge burn scars from the wildfires in this area a few years ago. We have had a lot more moisture since last summer with El Ninjo and the fire risk is considered moderate but know there are wild fires popping up early still this year. It was a lovely but somewhat tiring drive in!

I am staying at a B&B here that is an old adobe and features this rustic type apartments. I like staying in places where I can have my own food as I don't like to eat out every meal when I travel if i can avoid it. With places in NM and the west, easy enough to pack some eats to take with me. The place is comfy and the bed was dreamy to sleep in. Very comfortable here for the next few days!

After unloading, something to eat, a short nap, I went in to town to explore a bit of shopping. Silver City is a mining community (huge copper mine here) that is still active but not like it used to be. It has evolved into an artist community similar to other old mining towns here in the west. Got in to a couple shops including a huge antique mall that made my head spin and a textile/weaving shop that had women in from Mexico actually weaving baskets. I finished my time with a stop to a local brewery that makes their own plus distills some other things like gin and vodka. Had a flight of 4 beers and liked the porter the best.

I am spending some time this morning finishing up some work on my new contract to send to my atty for review for the new gig that starts in another 2 weeks and then heading to the hot springs. This will be my destination spot for today. Jazz really needs to SLOW down and this will be the place to do it. There are some "clothing optional" as well as nudist pools here but I am opting out of that!

https://faywood.com/

Will write a bit more here in a minute. There are hot muffins being delivered to my door soon!

MuddlingThrough

Undercover, my heart is breaking for you and your DH . I do feel as if I know him from your descriptions. I hope you will find some comfort and peace.