I was free as of March 1st. I live in Texas and the weather was not too hot and not too cold then, so I had a lot of outdoor projects that I wanted to get started and completed before the brutal summer. I got most of them done. One of those projects was a paved outdoor garden area that is behind the cat sanctuary that I have. (Another story!) This garden area has lots of plants, a sitting area and a lovely hammock. I spend time out there, but the brutal summer is now upon us and it literally forces me to put some things on hold.
So, I've really been concentrating lately on the decompressing. I love an afternoon "siesta". Lying down somewhere comfy, watching mindless old movies or something else entertaining but not stressful, falling asleep for a bit, etc.
I make sure that I get myself out and see friends at least once a week and usually twice because I don't want to allow myself to become a total hermit - and I think I would if I didn't make myself do otherwise! I am lucky to have good neighbors and we visit occasionally over our common fences.
When I feel like I'm ready, I hope to take a couple of classes just to keep my mind going. Maybe a writing class. I think it would be fun to do it without having to worry about getting a certain grade, etc.
And, of course, I enjoy my DU friends and interactions!
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