Yesterday I received news that the gentleman who ran the shop where I used to work passed away. He fell ill last summer with cancer. He was only in his early fifties. I feel so sad for his wife, they were married less than two years ago and were so happy. God speed my friend.… Continue reading Work, winter and not much else…
Category: January
January Entries
My life is worth more than their profits.
Here it is, Thursday already! So far, so good at work; an unexpected and welcome turn of events. If this continues I will have to rename my negative coworker! The job interview and test went well yesterday afternoon. I don’t expect to hear anything back from them for weeks and weeks; better to know this… Continue reading My life is worth more than their profits.
A Winter Day
A.M. Another day dawns. It is very cold at night. Attila’s efforts last night with the fire downstairs warmed the second floor to a comfortable temperature. Downstairs it has cooled down again, but remains above freezing. This morning Attila forgot to open the damper on the masonry fireplace, during the morning firing. It did not… Continue reading A Winter Day
Perspective
A.M. Last night, I received a missive that put my own small troubles into perspective. A friend wrote that her husband, also a friend, has entered palliative care. He has been battling cancer since the summer months. Attila and I are thinking of them both. Attila and I are getting ready for work. We have… Continue reading Perspective
In just one week…
In just one week, this week will be over. Obvious isn’t it. And oddly comforting as I face a week in a workplace filled with severe mood swings and roller coaster demands and criticisms. Just how often I’ll be able to write something speakable in my journal remains to be seen. However, a week from… Continue reading In just one week…