Hello, world!

I don’t mean to fill my blog with a daily health report, but some of you have been patient with my woes so I want to share today that I woke up at seven—okay Sophie woke me—and for the first time in a long time I felt rested and ready to take on the day. In fact, I think I may even be a bit hungry, though I wish I knew what I am hungry for! It’s going to be a good day.

Alas, it’s also a bit of a nostalgic day. Jordan and I should be flying to Toronto today (leaving for the airport as we speak) but instead we’re here with that same old question, “How do you feel?”  “I don’t know—better I think.”

I have already proofed the neighborhood newsletter, found one big goof (mine, naturally), and done what I can to fix it, eaten a bit of breakfast, and am ready to move on to the major proofreading that lies ahead.

Mine is a cautionary tale, folks. We are so aware in this country of the opioid epidemic that we tend to think as long as drugs aren’t narcotics, they’re safe. Not so. This is not the first time that prescription drugs have done me in. Once before they caused hallucinations, but when the problem was discovered, and the drug discontinued, it apparently left my system quickly. It’s taking longer this time. It pays to be aware of the drugs you’re taking, to question your doctor about their use and side effects. I urge each of you to be an informed patient.

Enough about my problems. I started this post this morning. It is now evening, and all I can think of is how soon I can go back to bed. But each day gets a little better, and I got a lot of work done today. Plus, some “in my head” work not yet committed to paper. So, It’s been a good day.

A still, quiet evening. Even my friends the rats are queit. Hot temperatures predicted for tomorrow. Stay cool and optimistic, my friends. Things are getting better.