1) Saganaki
2) Mindy's latest batch of flowers posing pretty
It took a little self-prodding to get up and out of bed this morning, but once up I felt just fine. For whatever reason, I have been waking somewhere between 4 and 5am the past few days feeling well rested. However, I go back to sleep for one last blast only to wake past my desired rise time of 5:30am.
I was downstairs face to face with the stovetop clock at 5:48am. After choking down a horse pill (vitamin), I wasted little time getting my exercise routine underway. The sit-ups were tough again today, but I managed through. My energy reserves were running low after I finished the entire routine. I was happy to be done.
Ykraps and I bundled up well for our walk. For whatever reason, he didn’t seem to care for wearing the toboggan and tried desperately to shake it off, but quite frankly, I don’t care. I pay the damn vet bills! He wore the damn hat.
Back inside I poured two cups of coffee. I made Mindy’s just like she likes it then took it upstairs. Minutes later I returned to the kitchen to enjoy my own cup. For our lunch I made tuna salad. For breakfast I whipped up some scrambled eggs and fruit. Jacob had his new love, a toaster pastry. The few minutes we spent together went quickly, just like always. Mindy and the kids were out of the house a few minutes later than usual - about 7:23am.
I spent the next few quiet moments showering and dressing for work. After loading and warming the Trooper, I departed for work sometime near 7:50am. I took our December/ January electric bill with me to work so that I could debate the meter reading, which was off by more than 1000 KWHs in their favor. After getting settled in, I called AEP. I got right through to a live body after only one button push. That in and of itself was a refreshing change. The young woman who took my call was polite and efficient, and was more than happy to adjust my account. She asked for the current reading that I took this morning and then quickly returned with a new billable amount, which she said would come to my home via a new revised statement. Less than five minutes later, that was history. Incidentally, the errant electric bill was for $175!
I spent more time setting up Thursday interviews along with my usual workload. The first half of my day went fast. I left for a run just before 1pm. It was around 28 degrees with a 7mph breeze blowing in from the NW ( I know I sound like a broken record). The sun was out and I took notice of its position moving noticeably higher in the southern sky. Today was the 33rd day after the solstice. There are only 56 more days until the spring equinox, and eleven days from now winter will be half over! I finished my run in a pretty good sweat. I was both happy and winded at its conclusion.
After a hot shower I felt like a million dollars. I couldn't wait to get back to my office and eat my lunch. The afternoon went by in the blink of an eye. It seemed the next time I glanced up at the clock 5:00pm was upon me. Mindy and I had already made loose plans to meet at the Big Fat Greek Cuisina for dinner. She was already up north off Sawmill Rd for an appointment. I called Mindy just as I left the office to firm our plans. She was just leaving her appointment. My office is pretty darn close to the Greek Cuisina, so I naturally beat her there.
It wasn't very crowded at all. But then again, I didn't expect it to be. Mindy arrived a few minutes later and we were quickly seated. We met Maria, who we later learned was the daughter of the owner. She was very sweet, pretty, and animated. Her and Mindy bonded after talking about there common friend, Rene, who teaches with Mindy. They brought us some pita bread and some very tasty spread made with vinegar, olives, and other spices. We then ordered our entrees. Mindy ordered the grouper dinner and I ordered a gyro submarine. As an appetizer, we ordered some Saganaki Opa, a highly recommended flaming cheese appetizer. It was very rich and tangy cheese. I was sure that Mindy wouldn't like it given that she's such a fan of mild cheeses, at least judging by our cheese selection at home. We couldn't finish it.
Our food arrived minutes later. Both of us were happy with our food and the very attentive service. After we finished and got our leftovers boxed up we asked for a check. Maria came back by our table with a big piece of cake which she quipped was on her and fat free. Even though both of us were stuffed, we dug into the cake. It was very good. Just as we finished the last bite Maria came by again to tell us that it was only fat free because we didn't have to pay for the fat! Cute!
It was nice getting out for dinner. We hadn't been out for a mid-week dinner in two weeks, or since Ding-Ho. We arrived home just before Jim brought the kids home. The kids seemed happy to be home, and after Jim left, Jacob and I played nerf basketball in the basement for about twenty minutes. We were celebrating Jacob's outstanding report card. After the basketball, Jacob was called upstairs to ready for bed. I took that as my queue to update my blog. Even after tucking in the children I continued working on my blog until I had it current. That meant I missed the first 40 minutes of American Idol. The were in New York City this week, and it was over the top entertaining. I thoroughly enjoyed the auditions. At the shows conclusion we went to bed pretty much together.
1) Saganaki
2) Mindy's latest batch of flowers posing pretty
It took a little self-prodding to get up and out of bed this morning, but once up I felt just fine. For whatever reason, I have been waking somewhere between 4 and 5am the past few days feeling well rested. However, I go back to sleep for one last blast only to wake past my desired rise time of 5:30am.
I was downstairs face to face with the stovetop clock at 5:48am. After choking down a horse pill (vitamin), I wasted little time getting my exercise routine underway. The sit-ups were tough again today, but I managed through. My energy reserves were running low after I finished the entire routine. I was happy to be done.
Ykraps and I bundled up well for our walk. For whatever reason, he didn’t seem to care for wearing the toboggan and tried desperately to shake it off, but quite frankly, I don’t care. I pay the damn vet bills! He wore the damn hat.
Back inside I poured two cups of coffee. I made Mindy’s just like she likes it then took it upstairs. Minutes later I returned to the kitchen to enjoy my own cup. For our lunch I made tuna salad. For breakfast I whipped up some scrambled eggs and fruit. Jacob had his new love, a toaster pastry. The few minutes we spent together went quickly, just like always. Mindy and the kids were out of the house a few minutes later than usual - about 7:23am.
I spent the next few quiet moments showering and dressing for work. After loading and warming the Trooper, I departed for work sometime near 7:50am. I took our December/ January electric bill with me to work so that I could debate the meter reading, which was off by more than 1000 KWHs in their favor. After getting settled in, I called AEP. I got right through to a live body after only one button push. That in and of itself was a refreshing change. The young woman who took my call was polite and efficient, and was more than happy to adjust my account. She asked for the current reading that I took this morning and then quickly returned with a new billable amount, which she said would come to my home via a new revised statement. Less than five minutes later, that was history. Incidentally, the errant electric bill was for $175!
I spent more time setting up Thursday interviews along with my usual workload. The first half of my day went fast. I left for a run just before 1pm. It was around 28 degrees with a 7mph breeze blowing in from the NW ( I know I sound like a broken record). The sun was out and I took notice of its position moving noticeably higher in the southern sky. Today was the 33rd day after the solstice. There are only 56 more days until the spring equinox, and eleven days from now winter will be half over! I finished my run in a pretty good sweat. I was both happy and winded at its conclusion.
After a hot shower I felt like a million dollars. I couldn't wait to get back to my office and eat my lunch. The afternoon went by in the blink of an eye. It seemed the next time I glanced up at the clock 5:00pm was upon me. Mindy and I had already made loose plans to meet at the Big Fat Greek Cuisina for dinner. She was already up north off Sawmill Rd for an appointment. I called Mindy just as I left the office to firm our plans. She was just leaving her appointment. My office is pretty darn close to the Greek Cuisina, so I naturally beat her there.
It wasn't very crowded at all. But then again, I didn't expect it to be. Mindy arrived a few minutes later and we were quickly seated. We met Maria, who we later learned was the daughter of the owner. She was very sweet, pretty, and animated. Her and Mindy bonded after talking about there common friend, Rene, who teaches with Mindy. They brought us some pita bread and some very tasty spread made with vinegar, olives, and other spices. We then ordered our entrees. Mindy ordered the grouper dinner and I ordered a gyro submarine. As an appetizer, we ordered some Saganaki Opa, a highly recommended flaming cheese appetizer. It was very rich and tangy cheese. I was sure that Mindy wouldn't like it given that she's such a fan of mild cheeses, at least judging by our cheese selection at home. We couldn't finish it.
Our food arrived minutes later. Both of us were happy with our food and the very attentive service. After we finished and got our leftovers boxed up we asked for a check. Maria came back by our table with a big piece of cake which she quipped was on her and fat free. Even though both of us were stuffed, we dug into the cake. It was very good. Just as we finished the last bite Maria came by again to tell us that it was only fat free because we didn't have to pay for the fat! Cute!
It was nice getting out for dinner. We hadn't been out for a mid-week dinner in two weeks, or since Ding-Ho. We arrived home just before Jim brought the kids home. The kids seemed happy to be home, and after Jim left, Jacob and I played nerf basketball in the basement for about twenty minutes. We were celebrating Jacob's outstanding report card. After the basketball, Jacob was called upstairs to ready for bed. I took that as my queue to update my blog. Even after tucking in the children I continued working on my blog until I had it current. That meant I missed the first 40 minutes of American Idol. The were in New York City this week, and it was over the top entertaining. I thoroughly enjoyed the auditions. At the shows conclusion we went to bed pretty much together.
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