Yesterday, From Start to Finish

First hike in 2 months. Easy 5 miles and it felt good. Exercised restraint to keep it short -- maybe another hike this weekend. 

I had to take a call from my supervisor during the hike, but most of the time it was just me and birds and lots of deer. 

Found a spot at the trail head lot to put a bigger happy rock. People are trying to get the rock snake back but someone is tossing the rocks in the water. Maybe this will be protected. The rock snake I'm doing will be next to my property to protect it.

I forgot to show this little random rainbow on my counter. Looks like a magic butterfly.

I had a little time after the hike for myself and I started and stopped a few things until I found what felt GOOD. Listened to Priya Parker's group life on gathering for hope and activism. Just the inspiration and motivation I needed. I was feeling deflated and this popped me back up. I need to finish listening today. 

Painted a couple simple Valentine's rocks while I listened.

Lunch with this new friend-ish was very nice. I was early, but the restaurant was happy to seat me. Sat outside, sun and breeze, reading a book. She was late (which I already knew, but we had reservations so I went ahead). 40 minutes of quiet reading -- lovely. We had a long lunch, great conversation. 

Very small book.
Anti-war classic.
I have an old brown copy.
Didn't know it had this cover.

Next a zoning meeting -- talking about affordable housing in our town. Young families and single people are priced out of this area and that needs to change. Very interesting. 

Took a call from an attorney on the court case, had another impromptu meeting about the helping people living on the streets. Busy afternoon.

Then dinner out with a couple of women from the action group. Tried a place I've been wanting to try for months. Lebanese cuisine and it was excellent. Adding this to rotation. We're going to try a standing Tuesday dinner -- cuisines from around the world in our little town.

Came home to birthday planning for my aunt with my cousin. She turns 75 next month. 

It was a FULL day. And a good day. I was able to do all-the-things. And I'm tired. Today is a hard day, but tomorrow should be all fun and laughs with my aunt and a trolley tour -- stay tuned. 

Best get moving this morning. All day court and meetings regarding this family in crisis. I'm not looking forward to today, but I hope this will be a step in the right direction for the family. I think it's going to get worse before it gets better though. Heartbreaking for everyone. 

Hope you are well. Later gators.