One More Time Before I Go-Go

Thanks to all who've wished me well!

I feel like such a moron, feeling nervous -- mostly about staying awake along the drive.  (Don't tell Tom, OK?)  I've downloaded an audio book and packed a cooler with Duke's smoked sausages, hard-boiled eggs and unsalted nuts.

Shoot. It wasn't that long ago I was driving 60+ miles each day with nary a care.   In the last 4 months, I think I've driven to the store or the park maybe a dozen times?  This once-independent gal had better re-grow a spine!

I did send a PM to my former boss, but she's tied up in litigation … there's little likelihood of our getting together.   Still, when I wrote, 'I miss you' she responded, 'I miss you, too.' --  and extended an invite to visit their mountain home outside Asheville someday.  What a life lesson, how sometimes love and loathing can be inexplicably entwined.   Foolish, but yes -- I indulged myself in a few hours' regret the other night, wondering what my life would be like had I not turned a deaf ear to her warning. 

So, my upcoming part-time job may not happen after all.  Marietta had asked me to 'come by anytime and visit' but I'd not gotten around to it 'til Friday.   Come to find out, her assistant is having second thoughts about leaving home to pursue a degree.   In fact, the young lady hasn't even been formally accepted -- and classes begin next month!   Naturally, Marietta says, 'I can't just kick her to the curb.'   

Oh well, she's taking a little vacay as well.  We'll see what's-what over lunch week after next  Regardless of the outcome, she's the sort of person I feel like I've known all my life, and I think we could become good friends.   

And oh, I almost forgot!  Thanks to your responses, organic or not, I've backed off the Castor-oil for my dry eyes.   I'd a referral from DIL, but when I called for an appointment to have my eyes re-examined the girl said I needed a referral from my primary care physician.  Whaaaaat's that all about?   Lois suspects it may be on account I'm on Medicare, but still.   So much to learn, and frankly, I'm reluctant to navigate the system.   (maybe-boss) Marietta did give me the low-down on 3 physicians to call when I get back.

You know what?  It's all good!

Tom's put a Mississippi Pot Roast in the slow cooker and we'll share a bottle of wine tonight.

I'll definitely be reading blogs, but don't know how much commenting's going to get done.  For now ...

Gone fishing … be back soon!

Hugs,

Myra