I had a hard time getting out of bed this morning. I could have gone outside and done some hoeing, or I could have done some exercises, but instead I malingered in bed. But I did get up by 6:30 so I could eat an early breakfast and then go shopping so I’d have breakfast sandwiches for tomorrow morning. I saw a pair of bucks as I drove down.
I thought about getting a coffee at one of the coffee shops but decided against it. I had enough time when I got back to do my Move U exercises before it was time to get ready for work. I just did the minimum today, at least 15 minutes of doing the exercises. Just enough to continue my streak and work my back, which was still feeling a bit sore. I did end up making a coffee for myself, one of the instant ones that Ambrose bought me for camping and backpacking. I think they taste pretty terrible, so I only drink them on rare occasions to see if they still taste terrible. They still do, even with some sugar added.
I had another very productive day at work. I managed to get myself out of a commitment that I had been “voluntold” into because it wouldn’t have been feasible for me to come to campus for it. It’s not that I didn’t want to participate, but the distance would have made things awkward. Another full day’s schedule at work tomorrow. I think I do better when I have a lot of things to do that interest me. I think I’ve been able to get more interested in work since the camping trip. Makes me feel like I need to spend more nights outside.
I’m planning on running tomorrow morning even though it will be a bit chilly. I’m challenging myself to get up at the alarm and just go. Get the run done and be done with it. I’ll lay out clothes tonight; that sometimes helps.
The hot tub at the hot springs was a little too hot, even for me. When the lady came by to measure it, it was at 108. I like a good 106 for long soaking, maybe 104 if I want to stay a really long time. I said hello to the other regulars that I chatted with last week, but no conversations this time. It was nice just to have that touch of community.
I thought about how I really do enjoy my own company on the drive home. To solo backpack, you kind of have to enjoy your own company. Otherwise, why would you want yourself as a hiking partner? I’m glad that Ambrose and I made time for me to do solo trips, because I’m very comfortable going out and doing trips by myself now. I hardly ever get scared at night any more.
I decided to go ahead and indulge myself with a subscription to HBO Max so I can watch the Stanley Cup Finals. I’m rooting for Edmonton, and right now they’re about to go into overtime. I will not be staying up to watch that, so hopefully I can watch the replay tomorrow morning. I’m not sure if the subscription gives access to replays or not, but I’ll find out in the morning.
June is going to be a busy month for me. I’ve got to get packed for Moscow, and plan my meals for both the shakedown hike and the backpacking trip at the beginning of July. And I’ve got a conference at the end of the month, and my parents are visiting mid-month. It’s good to have plans and be busy.
