I'm pretty worn, I've worked a couple of extra hours each day over the past couple of days. I've also missed out on a couple of hours of sleep prior to each of those days. I know many people in this world work more than the standard 40 hour week, but I've always enjoyed not being one of them. On the bright side, I've been learning some awesome software.

The worst thing about working extra has been my inability to contact anyone associated with lending, building, or selling us 10 acres. Business hours and such. Maybe I'll make a few calls during the day tomorrow.

So, all of the important things seem to be moving extra slowly, and I wish I could take a nice long nap until they arrive.

In the mean time, I've enjoyed a round of texting with Bug. She sits on my lap while I type in Word in huge font. She reads every word I type, answers the questions I type, and begs me to type more words! Funny, she seldom pays such close attention when I'm talking to her. The mommy filter is strong with this one!

Not yet...

It is slightly too early to go to bed, though I'm exhausted. I finally slept better last night, but one night does not make up for an entire week of crappy sleep. I had some stress/excitement lately which ended quite well. But, it also threw me off. Something about my internal rhythms just has not recovered...

I had a dream last night about an old friend. I was trying very hard to hang with her, to be interested, to *be* friends. She was friendly, and there was nothing negative about our interactions. But, it was all forced. I felt so thoroughly uninspired. The feeling has clung to me all day.

I live my days looking forward to the next thing. But, in friendland, I'm not sure now if another letter will reach me or not. I'm not sure if a phone call will come my way.

Though I hesitate to pin my joys on material things... there is more of a sure thing for me to look forward to. At last, in roughly two days, I will be in possession of an android smartphone! I cannot wait. I suppose I'll just keep looking forward to that and all else will be or not be at its discretion.

Imbolc Observed

I have always intended to celebrate more of the wheel of the year events. While I don't consider myself Pagan, and have no belief in any personified God(s), I do have a great appreciation for the universe. What better way to celebrate that than to observe our planet's own cycles? This has been my thinking for a couple of years now but I have never practiced this intention until today.

I began by finding the Celtic station on Pandora. Next, Little Bug followed me from room to room as I lit candles. Then, we planted six varieties of herbs. Bug was a big help. She brought me seed packets, dropped seeds in the cup, and cleaned up the dirt and water on the kitchen floor. Last but not least we ate some fruits and veggies while coloring springlike pictures.

So, if for some reason spring does not come, no one should blame us. :)

Merry Imbolc, and may your spring be on its way.