2022 Happy To Be Here

Happy Thanksgiving!! It was a work day (night?) for me. Because of the holiday, I only had to work until 8:45 this morning instead of 11:50. For some reason, I don't have to work the extra day of Friday this week.  They changed my schedule.  Other things that I am happy for today are: They served us breakfast burritos at work today. Every so often they bring in some outside food for the employees. Being a picky eater, I don't always choose to partake. Today I did and chose an egg, cheese, and potato burrito. It was pretty good.  Hearing from family and friends is always a happy occurrence.  I'm happy to say that my youngest is doing fine today, we texted.  My oldest is also fine, we had a quick call when I couldn't find the cinnamon. In the afternoon, after a short nap, I visited my friend, Amy and her son for a Thanksgiving meal- vegan style. I don't care for mushrooms, so I skipped the turkey substitute, the rest was delicious. I like the vegan green...

There has been a Java course that I was working on in an attempt to get into a technical course and position through the company I work for. I had just about given up on it because I would not be able to finish it prior to the January 8th deadline. That deadline was just extended to May. I’m not sure whether I am going to take advantage of this or not, but I am happy that there is an option. My other happy things for today are apples. There are so many things that can be done with apples. Today, Keziah is making an apple pie. I’m not sure if I will get any of this pie or not, but there is something about just knowing that it will be made that makes me nostalgic... all the sweet cinnamon goodness. I used to try to make the perfect pie crust. I don’t think I ever quite managed it, but that didn't stop anyone from eating the pies. ☮ Currently reading: Pocketful of Miracles: Prayer, Meditations, and Affirmations to Nurture Your Spirit Every Day of the Year , Joan Borysenko. Cur...