Not much today on Saturday in terms of activity and effort - snow made that a bit of a delay and reduction for some things.
Two sons and one girlfriend, we took the dog and went to our local brewery. Lions Roar Brewing in Westfield, NJ.
They allowed the dog (she's my regular dog, a rescue Frenchy Bulldog we have, but my current specialist post surgery even if she's not really that specialized...helps us keep her around). Nice brewery with outdoor seating and warmth. Lovely joint.
We played some card games. I struggled a bit recovering and understanding the rules, we all had a great game and I guess I was ok.
I tried Red Ale. I didn't want beer originally, but figured why not one small one. I used to brew Red Ale and liked it as an old brewing. Today? Sorry, no taste. It wasn't bad. Just bland. So I drank half, and I guess beer is now done for me. There just wasn't anything I enjoyed. Not sad over that at all.
Other meals have been amazingly tasty. I haven't had one non-delicious meal. Oldest son made a phenomenal Wagyu set of meat and I have had nothing that delicious in ages. My chicken pot pie yesterday from Gold Belly was amazingly delicious! 5 days of astoundingly good food!
Still struggle over names and titles for movies. It is returning, but I am enjoying my reviewing and updating. Little bits to start.
Walking has been great exercise and starting to grow the effort physically again. So health is fine.
The tricky part? Wake up. 10 pm sleep on Friday, with 3am wake up and writing for 3 hours before a nap. Sigh. We'll work it all out over time I guess. Saturday evening? Midnight and not tired at all.
Sent a note to Joe Rogan if he's interested in speaking with me. Or adding my doctors (if they are willing and open to discussion). Doubt he'll take part, but why not take a shot?
Sent a note to my pastor and will be setting a meeting soon for discussion.
Still no fears so far. No sadness. No worries. Still reading about what reality is likely to be. All good options.
Had a wonderful phone call with an old friend who was Maid of Honor in our wedding originally. Her husband died years ago. She almost lost her life due to alcohol abuse and liver damage. She is fine now, and always a pleasure. She and I spoke so well and we discussed how to deal with her understanding. She was loving and delightful, regardless of her fear and sadness for me. I told her that I can't wait till she, my wife and my sister all take a nice trip after I'm likely a non-partaker. She'll earn and deserve that someday. But for now, we'll get together and speak as much as possible.
A woman from high school (formerly Pocono Central Catholic in Cresco, PA) was not a friend of mine then, but became one about 20 years ago and we both have shared respect and support for years despite our almost non-existent high school friendship. We always have remarkably good and wonderful conversation. We spoke a few months ago, after losing another classmate shockingly. She is a pleasure, as always, so the 2/17 call was just as enjoyable.
Each day, hopefully, will continue texts or calls in some way with different people. Open to speaking with anyone and trying to keep these for not only conservation gaining, but keeping it going as long as I'm lucky enough to have it this clearly. Always feel free and open if you're interested. There is nothing more fun than honesty and openness.
