The Sun, The Sun

9:10

It's 9:15 as I begin writing, having just returned from breakfast at Bemus Point with the guys. It was great to reconnect and hear about their holiday experiences. When I walked out of the Lake Life Cafe, I was shocked to see sunshine and blue skies—not that I'm complaining.

Yesterday was uneventful. With no school, Evie enjoyed a leisurely day, and I had a relaxed morning myself, reading and tackling a few tasks, including making my bed—something I do every day, inspired by Admiral William McRaven's book Make Your Bed: Little Things That Can Change Your Life... and Maybe The World. Since returning from Kansas City, I've been searching everywhere for my Apple AirPods. We looked high and low, even contacted Tommy to see if I'd left them there. Finally, I found them in the medicine chest. Yes, I apparently put them there when I got home. When I mentioned this to the guys this morning, they all laughed knowingly—they'd been there too.

I had an 11:55 dentist appointment to check on my implant, so I left early to shop at Wegmans. Everything went well, and I should be getting my permanent implant in a couple of weeks. I was home by 12:30 for lunch—a toasted ham and cheese sandwich and the last of the penicillin soup. Struggling to find something to watch, I started Killing Eve, but I'm not crazy about it and will be moving on. I spent the afternoon reading and napping as usual. I never made it out for a walk due to the weather: light rain or sleet with slushy roads and trails—the worst of Chautauqua winters.

By 5:45, we were on our way to pick up Ron and Linda for dinner at the Stockton Inn. It wasn't the best choice weather-wise, as we drove through heavy fog both ways. I took my time, mostly worried about deer. We were happy to find seats at their wonderful bar with its dark wood and old-fashioned charm. We ordered Labatt's drafts, and of course, I forgot to wait for everyone before sipping mine. Ron and I had the meatloaf dinner with mashed potatoes and two sides, while the girls ordered Reubens. All four of us loved our meals and agreed we'll be back. We arrived home around 8:15. Evie, tired from the day, went straight to bed, leaving me to watch The Night Manager again before joining her.