Work has been interesting. A lot of ups and downs. I think it has something to do with it being the first holiday season, so everyone is trying to figure out how to navigate it. We have a solid group though, so I'm not really concerned. Bring it on! The potluck we had planned for Christmas Eve got moved to Thanksgiving Eve. I really hope it's a success, but I gotta make some time to prepare whatever it is I'm going to do. I suppose I'm leaning towards a corn bread. Not the most attention grabbing option, but I feel comfortable making it. Another thing is white elephant and a potential secret santa on top of it. Honestly, I love to give gifts and hang out with friends, but there's just something about that 'mandatory fun' that really takes me out of it. I am glad though that at least it appears like all of our things are planned to be during the shift and not after.
Something that I'm glad to see is my sister being happy with her partner. They've been together for a while, and he's really been a great addition to the family. He's definitely passed the Gigi test with flying colors. There's some peace of mind there, when it comes to potentially leaving weeks at a time or even moving. I've been talking about assignments outside of Texas for a bit now, and a loooong shot is kinda taking shape. A lot of things have to fall into place, but it's kind of exciting to think about. Denver might be a spot for the end of next year, both temporary and permanent (nothing is permanent, so permanent-ish). I have several friends who live in Aurora, which would make it awesome if it works out. A pipe dream for now, but it would be a sweet gig. In the way shorter term, I am probably hitting San Antonio for a few weeks.. which is a yay? haha I don't know.
Another interesting development is hearing Beto has thrown his hat in for Governor. I was initially underwhelmed but okay with the prospect of McConaughey (sheesh that's hard to spell), but I think Beto is the right person for the job. He leans further left than a lot of Dems would like. But, it's what we need. I'm honestly so done with compromising towards the center when the right just goes further and further right. Our current governor has been nothing but an atrocity, and the laws being passed are just mind boggling. I've probably said this before, but sometimes I feel like I got dropped off in a parallel universe where common sense is warped. So Beto is an underdog in red Texas, but I have faith he's got the right message and plan to do the unlikely.
Lots to do.. Lots to do.. and 2021 is expiring at a crazy speed.
- Get any last minute stuff for Thanksgiving.
- Prepare for another winter storm.. don't know how likely it is, but it's making the rounds on the news.
- Begin the process of making room for the Christmas tree (I think we're putting it up this week)
- Start up my Christmas shopping list! I NEED to get this thing going asap.. I don't even have the head count, let alone gift ideas. I can already see December hitting.. also gotta start getting some intel on what Gisella wants. I'm thinking it's time to get her that keyboard, but maybe a new bike or something. I don't really know.. she's not subtle, so it shouldn't be a challenge.
- Get the windshield replaced
- Get the booster shot at some point. I'm not really sure where things are at with it, but I think I'm up soon.
- And so on and so forth
Anyway, it's been a week or so of being in a funk, but I'm feeling like it's turning out okay. Honestly, it's been a hectic year, but I am definitely grateful to be where I am right now. Onto better days! :-)
Weather: 60s- works for me
Mood: A little more upbeat than earlier
Music: Finesse (Bruno Mars, Cardi B)
Food: Tilapia and Veg (it was alright)
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