It seems like the last several times there’s been possible rain in the forecast, I haven’t been getting any. I would see the rain going down all around my house, but the rainclouds stayed away from my house. So I was surprised this morning when I stepped outside to a completely wet deck. There was still mist in the town, and bands of cloud above that allowed tantalizing glimpses of the foothills and mountains to the west. The air had that freshness to it that only a thorough rain imparts.
I’m glad I stepped outside when I did, to catch the sky and landscape. I had another morning where it was hard to get out of bed. I thought I’d set my alarm for 6:30 because I figured I’d rather sleep later, but I’d actually set it for 5:30. I woke at that alarm and cursed that mistake. Then I went back to sleep until 6:30 and then didn’t get out bed until almost 7:30. I chose breakfast over shower and got to work on time.
Today was a lot of meetings at work. Including several where I was actively involved with training, demoing, learning… Felt like a long day, but also like a short day. Little time to breathe or focus on a given project.
I continued with the level 2 Shoulder Impingement program for today’s exercises. I tried using a 20 pound dumbbell for the last 5 reps of a row, and both sides were able to do it. Typically, I’m weaker on the left side, but doing one arm at a time I felt that the left was as strong or a bit stronger than the right. I’m interested in exploring whether I have gotten more even in my arm strength.
Ended up working a little late because I wasn’t getting expected results. We’ll need to revisit it another day. The numbers are close, but they should be exact. We should be able to account for every discrepancy on this particular list.
I didn’t check the mail today. Or go outside much. But I did have a family zoom. And I baked my second batch of muffins. They are closer, but not quite there. Still yummy. I couldn’t figure out what to do for dinner. I didn’t eat until after 7, when I finally decided on Minute rice and a can of Mediterranean style mackerel. Plus a salad with Italian dressing.
I miss Ambrose.
