When I woke up this morning I noticed something. It was was too damn early. Granted, common theme, but I am a truthy guy, tell it like is. So, early, and its raining. For real, steady rain kind of raining. No issues, nice to see, ski before Thanksgiving? maybe. But rain is new, have not seen it here since last spring. Guess summer is over.
As always I performed my ritual tasks of feeding cats and dogs and wife (breakfast and lunch). Then coffee the wife and myself. Then when all is quiet, I eat in peace (unless a telemarketer calls and one did) and catch up on texting and blogging. I know I have spoken of these things before but these are habits and habits repeat. Perhaps you all should read The Power of Habits. Very few people give thought to how their days are ruled by habit, and weeks and the entire year and your lifetimes. None of you are spontaneous, give it up.
Speaking of phone sales (see above) I got a call from a foreign (gasp! No!) sales person who wanted to discuss my google business listing. First, I dont care, second is there such a thing?, third you are not working for Google. I nicely told her to call someone who cares and hung up. A little later I checked my phone and saw a missed call from a Healdsburg phone number. Strange. But thought it might be Arnaldo. He is in Napa, but its close. So I called the number back. He works for The Bounty Hunter. They have a quarterly newsletter, they sell rare and distinct wines and spirits. They also operate a restaurant of the same name in downtown Napa. I am in a club of sorts and they send me a couple bottles of bourbon every few months. Anyhow, I had finally called him back yesterday, to thank him for my recent order. Sounds weird I know. They should thank me. But, as I mentioned, in a previous post the order was kinda special. I had a long conversation a couple months ago with Arnaldo about the state of Emily’s wine clubs (she chose wineries, we both drink). I was complaining about how many of the selections in the clubs are less than good but we are stuck with them. He suggested their club, wine from wineries around the world. Guaranteed good or you get replacements for free. Nice. I got my next bourbon shipment, two bottles. In addition, Arnaldo sent two bottles of wine, a cab and chard, from one of their club selections. Surprise! A gift. Just to get us to join their club. $95 in wine for free and both excellent. We are switching affiliations and dropping one club. And I called and thanked him. He made our lives better I think. I also bought a nice bottle of scotch for my Dad for Christmas. What the hell, its guaranteed.
Next up, morning ritual, texting Cissie. She is still in the house hunt and has one offer in which will be decided today. Sadly, we lose roomie. But hurray for them.
Well I managed to get ready and head in to work. Not much going because my computer was still out for repair and I need the damn thing for 99% of my work. Good news, Ryan got here to install the new one at 1245. Its new, so that means i have to install all the old progrma again. Ever try that? You can never find the disk, or the correct website or youve lost your login. A true pain in the ass. Ryan was there about two hours installing some and returning functionality to the thing. I had to go to Elk Grove and pick up documents so I left him there and ran off.
The trip to Elk Grove and back took about an hour. Not very exciting but I had to go. I have an important meeting tomorrow and these papers are crucial.
By the time I returned to my office everyone but Cara was gone. My only task was to continue with the installs so I could actually use my computer. So from 330 to 630 I installed software and called Ryan. Hey, I dont know all the answers but he does. By 630 I had to leave. I still have alot of installing to do. That will be tomorrow. I alao have three appointments tomorrow, one of which is in Lodi. Gonna be busy. Plus my first meeting with a personal trainer at the new gym I joined is at 8am. Wish me luck.
Again, its quite late and time for bed. I always seem to finish off each day with a post. You lucky people. The TV satellite is out again so its book and bedtime.
PS, Cissie rescinded her first offer and put an offer in on another today. Think positive thoughts. Vibes.
Thanks for the vibes, man. ☺️🤞🏻