Equinox

Sep. 23rd, 2023 03:10 pm
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Turn, turn, turn. I should be sitting at Beach Point right now, looking out at the Bay, but I'm here in Brookline. Tropical Storm Ophelia caused the ride to be half-cancelled. The good half. DH rode to Sagamore today and we drove down to pick him up. He was cold, hungry and discombobulated. It's very sad to end like this. The last ride for this organization. I hope there will be many more. Happily, I was able to book a hotel room for Indigeneous People's Day weekend. We'll have more time and the weather will hopefully be better, as it is rainy and windy out there. Since we won't eat inside, it would have been a sad trip. Let's hope the hurricanes blow out. I was looking forward to this trip to keep my self hopeful so I'm glad we're pushing it out.
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Saturday I wend to the Arboretum for a walk. In the afternoon we went to Salem. We started by the waterfront so I could see the ocean, then walked up into town. It was nice to get out of town. The day was cooling so we opted for Beatnic at home. We took a detour to downtown where we magically found parking. We watched Schmigadoon, which was a lot of fun. Sunday was taxes, Passover dishes, cleaning. I walked to Amory Pond. DH did the Midnight Marathon. Yesterday I was back at work. Took a brief trip to the marathon. Fog and rain. We've had Jeffreys every day. I'm concerned about the NY trip but we're sailing ahead. I made all the reservations, so that should be some relief to me.

The sun is up. Need to get out in it.
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Hot weather in April. We put on the AC last night since it was 80 in the apartment. Started the changeover to regular food and dishes last night. Telling myself it's always easier on the flip side. And DH is here to help. It was a tough holiday, with everything else that's going on.

We attended BHS yesterday. I did yoga. Walked to library and to the grocery store to buy bread and ice cream. We watched Picard, finally revealing the secret that LeVar told me in September before Chaka the walls fell.

Finally the weekend. The vacation. Breathe

Shiver

Feb. 1st, 2023 09:33 am
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It is, in fact, cold on this first day of February. I did yoga first and will walk later. I completed the 30 days of yoga. No sign of stopping now, though I 
do need to find practices that are the right length and level for each day. I would like to find some that I can do 100%, as well as some that stretch me out. I should dig up my Yee videos and see if I can do it all now. So much stretching.

I continue to be amazed by The Pioneers. Natty Bumpo mentions rattlesnakes on Crumhorn Mountain, a fact which I have known all my life. I can't believe the overlap of his world of 200 years ago with mine. I read another piece which means the "bottomless" pond on Beaver Meadow Road, which my grandfather told me about. Me and JFC, we're really from the same place. In the middle of the night I remembered the frozen lake, the shanties, driving across the endless, slippery white and snowmobile races. And was shocked to realize that it was 50 years ago. I'm sure those things don't happen, maybe ice fishing, but I know the lake closes later and found that it didn't freeze at all three times in the last 20 years. I think it's time for a trip home.

Busy week with the musical. Good to be on track again. Fingers crossed.
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Any day you wake up on the Cape is a good day. We came out Friday in the midst of a weird storm. Heavy rain and warm, turning to high winds and an arctic chill. We made it out of Boston in a bit of bright sky and arrived before the ice set in. We brought things from home and had a nice Shabbat. Yesterday, Violet and I went to the grocery store and filled the cart. We stopped to look at the roiling ocean. Huge breakers at Coast Guard with the wind riffling their tops into wild horses. I did yoga and walked yesterday in the 18 degree chill. We started the puzzle and ordered Thai food. We watched Glass Onion which was fun primarily because of the actors. Janelle Monae was awesome. Leslie Odom Jr. underutilized. Then Prodigy and Andor, both flawed. Late to bed with both girls in soft curlers.

Went out this morning to get yeast for sufganiyot and the NY Times. Gosh, I love a newspaper. Hoping to get the kids out to the beach later, but I will certainly go myself. Still very cold but up to 30 near soon. I made a blanket fort and watched some cartoons. Feeling a bit melancholy, will treat with coziness. Tonight I'll make latkes and we'll light the candles the last time. Big present tonight!
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It's been unseasonably warm here the past two weeks. We were wearing shorts over the weekend. Now it's back in the 50's where it belongs. Now we need a big rain. I wonder if people would be more concerned about climate change if the weather alteration was unpleasant. Now, we're just happy to go for a bike ride or even to the beach. In New England, in November. There is a closing down, a bundling up that I like about this month. October is so bright and busy. We've turned a corner now and the bright spot up ahead is snow.

We made it through show week with only a minor disruption. Sleep is our G-d now. Homework, tests, and more activities this week, but it's going to start winding down to Thanksgiving. We might head out to Noho to see colleges this weekend. Still hoping for normal. Our oven control broke, so that is going to cost a bundle. Happy to have Violet home for two days where I can keep an eye on her!

Quiet weekend because of the show and need to rest. We watched the first half of the Weird Al movie which is terrific. I walked Jamaica Pond on Saturday. LeVar Burton Reads is back! But each one is precious, as it's the last season.

It's my mother yahrzeit today. Feeling that it's the season, but that day doesn't mean much. An obligation. It is making me feel more unstable as I deal with the other crises. It's also Election day. A good time to lay low and lay off media.

I've started saying the serenity prayer. Any boat in a storm.

Blergh

Aug. 9th, 2022 10:07 am
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Woke up in the night feeling like I was going to be sick. It passed but I woke up with an upset stomach. I've had some tea and toast and we'll see how that sits. I did yoga and walked to the library and back. The weather is miserably hot and humid again and I have no desire to go back out. I'm hoping this illness passes quickly. Honey is coming home tonight! The days are starting to pick up speed. Life comes at you pretty fast.

Inishkea

Jul. 25th, 2022 09:13 am
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Cloudy now and humid. Thunderstorms expected. Thor deliver us! Stayed inside yesterday except for a short morning walk and a trip to get Thai food. We watched The Breakfast Club. Parts of it are off-putting and sexist but I still think it's important that it shows their mental struggles and that they talk to each other. Hard to believe it hasn't been turned into a play.

Two major accomplishments: I cleaned out my drawers and I called Bill. He talked for over an hour, barely asking any questions. Saying all kinds of things which he didn't realized touched on some sore spots for me. Still, it was interesting to hear about his life. He did drop something amazing that I'm trying to sort out. He said that his great grandparents came from Inishkea North and South. Tiny islands off the coast of Mayo. The farthest you can go. They are uninhabited now but have a history of the old religions, monasteries, purple production and seals. Gorgeous spots of green and whites sand in turquoise waters. This has of course gripped my imagination and I want to visit.

Hoping that this week will be a little easier, with less people time. I do have a dentist appt. but I'm looking forward to this process moving ahead, so bring it.
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Day 4/5 of the big heat. No walk this AM, just a trip to shop for food. I do need to go out to get ice cream soon. Will it melt before I get home? Will I? No plans for the weekend. Stay indoors. Read. Watch TV and come out when the sun sets. I feel bad for the kids at camp. I feel bad for animals and birds. The positive thing is that I won't feel guilty about not being outside.

Not much to report this week. Tuesday we had dinner out for T's birthday and walked up to C.Corner. Otherwise quiet. Arts week at camp. Funny how the center of your life can shift so quickly.

Busy week interviewing candidates and having conflict training. The training was very helpful. Not sure who to choose for the job. I have found a good work system with my legal pad and my calendar plus my notebook. Feeling productive.
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As expected, a pretty quiet week. Violet had drama-related stuff last night so we watched Northern Exposure and Moon Knight, plus Mr. Mayor. Moon Knight is fantastic. And yes, I have a crush on Mr. Isaac. This morning I spotted a certain sci-fi author again. Not sure what to do with that, but it's exciting. I walked from here down to Leverett and around. A bit longer walk. Crossing Rt. 9 made it less fun. Days are better when I don't have to drive to BHS.

Warm and cloudy today, rain later. Spring is a coy mistress. We need to get busy with Passover and Taxes. Not to mention the never-ending clean up. We got hit with a new assessment which is going to stretch us just when we thought we were putting some money together.

Honey's play opens today. I'm very sad to miss it. I sent flowers and I hope she receives them without too much hassle. I looked into going down, but the flight and hotel would have been expensive. Ah well. Let's hope for photos and video. She is playing Bernard in Arcadia by Tom Stoppard. One of her biggest roles ever. Ironically, they didn't cast her in the Mainstage show. Probably the most accomplished Shakespeare actor in that school. Maybe they were going for amateurs?

In any event, we're in a nice lull before the storm. April come she will.
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Back at work after a restful holiday. Alone in the house since DH is attending a funeral in Sharon and Violet has rehearsal. My early meeting was cancelled, so it's all good here. Mozart, coffee, keyboard.

Notable activities were a hike in the White Cedar Swamp at Marconi with Violet, a bike/beach trip to Nauset Light, a bike ride with DH to Cook's Brook. We had some lovely weather and some rain. We saw The Courier which was excellent. Seems very relevant now, as Russia invades Ukraine. Enjoyed Northern Exposure and Somebody Somewhere last night. Oh, Mrs. Maisel is back so that's fun. A sour 80 Days in Hong Kong. Looking forward to the ART show on Sunday!

The light has changed. Our angle to the sun has changed and the heart gladdens. Snow tomorrow. February frolics along.
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Wacky weekend weather. It was in the 50's on Saturday and snowed all day Sunday. Saturday I walked around Jamaica Pond, then went to Arboretum in the afternoon with Violet. All told I walked about 6 miles and it was tiring. But so nice to be out in the sun. Saturday night we had Vietnamese food and watched Edward Scissorhands. Then DISCO and Somebody Somewhere which is terrific. Sunday was a home day. Groceries, canceling Spotify, vacation planning, homework, cleaning. We spoke to Honey. DH got me roses, Clear Flour and champagne. We watched Casablanca and had a nice little party. We'll celebrate a bit tonight too.

Last week I was really burnt out from work and school demands. Now that the website has been released, I can step back a bit. Thankful for vacation week. Everything feels like a hassle. We're not getting anywhere with unpacking. Frustrating as spring is coming.

The sun is out, snow is sparkling, Mozart on the radio. I'm warm, safe, employed, loved and healthy. Come at me work week!

Sunlight

Feb. 10th, 2022 11:44 am
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Well, the release seems to have gone well. Small issues and integrations remain, but we have done the big thing. Last night I had a split of champagne to celebrate. Today we are going out for ice cream. I hope that this project is big enough for me to get a promotion. Time passes. Flees.

It will be nice to relax this weekend, now that the musical is over. I wish Violet could get a break from HW and rest.

The sun is out. We're having some warm days to recharge as we slog on thorough Februa. I'm glad it's Adar II so I don't get overwhelmed by holidays. Daze. We're planning to go to the Cape for Prez Day weekend now, which will be a good break.

Surface pressure.
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As I was walking this morning, stepping carefully on the ice, it started to snow and I was elated to be out in the woods. To enjoy winter, you need to become a creature of winter. Hibernation doesn't work.

What a weekend! 4 shows. 2 Sat and 1 Sunday. I was exhausted from the stress of Box Office. The system itself was a chaotic, last-minute- seat-of-the-pants operation. Plus having to be packed in the lobby with hundreds of people then sitting in a theater. My first super-spreader event. I guess we'll see in 5 days.

The musical itself was terrific. We have some very talented kids in addition to Violet. So much dancing, great singing and fun music. I feel lucky to be at BHS.

Honey was home and we had a terrible Friday evening as her plane was delayed for 5 hours by the icy rain. We were very anxious about her, especially because she won't take off her mask to eat or drink in the airport. She got home finally at 1 AM. Went to bed at 2 and then into show blizzard.

Last night the cast went out for ice cream. We had Indian food for dinner and watched Around the World in 80 Days. Things might just calm down around here now. And the plague is dying down a bit.

I do feel accomplished and relaxed. Maybe happy?
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Writing down the chaos. Rough night at the play. Huge crowd, big line, people too close. The show was very good, but it was too much for me. I came home and had some wine. Not looking forward to doing it again. We're having a storm that's cancelled school and may cancel the show tonight. While I will be sad for the cast, I could use the night off. Honey is on her way, if she can get her ticket changed and the flight doesn't get cancelled or delayed. Rough night of worry. Too many possibilities.

Get comfortable in the gray. Isnt' that what I'm supposed to learn to do? So thankful we're not releasing the site today. I make take the afternoon off to cook and try to relax. Focus on good outcomes but be flexible. This is a test of your emotional response systems. It will be over Sunday.
Calm blue ocean.
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Busy week. Work is kicking in and I'm doing a few high impact things at the same time. High risk too. Plus we're getting ready to send Honey to school so there's been lots of online shopping and curbside pickup. Not much time for me this week. Few walks, little writing. But I have had time to read.

Very cold today, single digits, but I'm glad because it's supposed to be cold. Winter in New England. I will probably not see another real winter in my lifetime. I just did a walking workout since I'm probably not going to get outside much today. Should still get my 15 minutes of sun though.

Anxious about Honey going off again. Wish I could go, but it's not worth the risk and mostly involves 20 hours in the car. I sent her off to Ireland. I can do this!

Things are also gearing up for performances and FoPA. Now they are fundraising and asking for money. The top hat on the naked man has become a crown. I have to send out an email today to fulfill my requirement. Such a drag. Next year I'll just do the show support. It's too much especially in a plague year.

There is some hope this strain has peaked.

Cold

Jan. 11th, 2022 11:04 am
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A cold day. 10 F maybe. I remember in my youth that this was normal for January.

Got a good night sleep last night. I woke a bit in the night and thought about how nice it was to sleep, then wake, then snuggle down and go under again. For some reason I also thought about sending Queen Elizabeth a condolence card, knowing that is the months following the death that are the hardest.

Busy getting ready to send Honey back to college. She got the room she wanted and I'm very happy. Her life back on track. But now I need to find toiletries and picture frames! I will be staying home that day, as we won't be staying or visiting due to plague. They will go Sunday early AM. I'm sad I can't move her in but she is excited to go. I guess if I sent her on a plane to Dublin, I can let her go to Pennsylvania!

No TV last night but I'm enjoying the book Cloud Cuckoo Land very much. Words of the day are centered, open and ? What was the last one? Ah, healthy. Trying to make better diet choices as we finish up all the new year treats.
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Woke up with this morning mantra. I reflect on the day as I go to sleep, but maybe I should try setting intention when I wake up.

Cold but sunny. I walked at the reservoir, but there was a lot of ice on the south side. Still, love that snow, clear air and blue sky.

Busy yesterday with chores and shopping. Didn't get anywhere with unpacking. Violet had a tough day but she is feeling better now. Things at the school seemed very quiet today and I'm curious if a lot of people are sick. I guess we'll find out tonight.

We got Beatnic and watched the end of Cruella with the kids. Then we watched Landscapers and Hawkeye. Hawkeye was not what I expected at all. Good to have a show to watch with Violet.
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Back on track after some busy weeks. Retreat, box office, birthday, Shakespeare, condo shenanigans. Breathing easier now. We've made progress on the building front, though I'm in limbo right now, waiting to know when it will start and when we need to move out. The kitchen will be so fancy I'll be afraid to use it.

The weather continues to be lovely. Cold at night, warm sunshine at noon. Time has changed, days are short. I took a short walk this morning as I slept in because it's Tuesday, late to school day. I'm listening to Sandman exclusively. So wonderful and it spools out like one magnificent story. I watched an episode of Baptiste last night. Interesting but I am sick of male detectives and sex crime stories. Still, Amsterdam is fun to look at.

Short week with Veteran's Day and a vacation day Friday. We're seeing Hadestown this week! I can hardly believe it. Plague rates seem to be stabilized. Who knows what December will bring. We're set for the Cape for Thanksgiving. Need to sort out BiL's 60th birthday though.

Website work continues. I got credit for presenting at the retreat. Will it bring me a promotion? Good to be engaged in something that's moving forward again.
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Another beautiful day in October. I walked at the Reservoir. Started watching Centaurworld and Witcher last night. Time to plan a pandemic birthday party. Finally got the website into testing.

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