New Week New Job

I woke at 520am and decided it made little sense to try and get another 10 minutes of sleep. I felt fully rested so I got up, peed, and brushed my teeth. I was downstairs making coffee by 525am.

I went through the usual paces. I slipped into my exercise tennies, glanced at the weather out back, then doused my eyes with lubricating drops. I then headed for the livingroom to start calisthenics. I breezed through 55 sit-ups in no time. Hadn’t done a single sit-up or push-up since Friday, June 17th. Felt good. Before doing push-ups I checked the weather, headlines and email. Expecting a slight chance of rain and a high of 81. Still, it was a far better forecast that as recent as the evening before when they were calling for strong storms with hail and heavy rain.

Completed push-ups next. Easy. I am sure it does my body good to take a week off every so often. Time for coffee. I listened for Eiknarf, who was sleeping with Bella. I didn’t hear her stirring so I didn’t bother pursuing her for a walk. I figured that Mindy and the kids could do it later when she wakes naturally. That would save me about ten minutes too.

I enjoyed coffee in front of the PC. I thought about paying monthly bills but didn’t. Instead, I read the Daily OM and checked out a few more favorite websites. I moved on to meditation, only this time decided to do it from the deck. It was comfortable, about 65 degrees with just a hint of the sunrise. Very nice! The only distraction were the loud cries coming from the Canada geese.

I headed inside for a stretch around 610am. And while I stretched some on the beach each morning before my run, this marked the first full stretch routine I'd completed in almost ten days. Felt terrific.

I felt that familiar itch building around my inner thigh area after running for a week in the heat & humidity of the beach. I lubed up appropriately to lessen any additional irritation then headed out for my run in shorts and a sleeveless wicking shirt. That felt about perfect.

The run went well. I ran the full 4.1 mile track. I left the house near 620am. That seemed to make a big difference in the amount of commute traffic I encountered – only 2 cars. I passed two other runners too, both towards the end of my run.

Back at home I quickly put some olive oil in the small frying pan and preheated it for eggs. While waiting, I started prepping my lunch, which included a salad, cheese, and fruit. However, my fruit options were limited to only strawberries and raspberries. There was watermelon and cantaloupe too, but neither one of them were cut up. I’d survive.

My lunch was packed and breakfast over by 720am. I quietly headed up for shower trying not to disturb the kids, Mindy, or Eiknarf. I figured Mindy would wake once I started my shower. I tried being as quiet as possible. I was quick too. I was ready to go by 738am. This being my first day on the new job, I dressed a bit nicer than I typically have for the past couple years. I wore no pleat Dockers and a black button up summer shirt.

Mindy asked that I bring her a cup of coffee before leaving. I agreed.  I would’ve taken it up earlier but didn’t think she’d want to get up so early. I planned to leave by 745a to facilitate a self-imposed 8am arrival. I said goodbye to Mindy then sailed. Mindy said they didn’t have a lot planned for the day.

Arrived at work right at 8am. I tossed my stuff into my new office then walked over to see if my new boss was in. He wasn’t. I then headed to my old office to start moving my office gear, including both work stations. I talked with my old peeps some too. Among other things, they shared what’s changed in the ten days since I was last in the office.

Took me about 2 hours to get everything moved to my new office. My new boss stopped by a couple times as did a couple new co-workers, including one who used to report to me a few years ago. We chatted about his current role and then about his recent doings on Match.com. Funny stuff. Through the early afternoon my boss brought a few others around for introductions. Gave me a rough idea of what my week would entail.

I spent the lions share of the afternoon requesting access to the tools I felt necessary to complete my job. I didn’t take a lunch hour per se but did take some time to do some personal writing later in the afternoon. A former direct report sent me an IM mid afternoon advising that it looked like rain and that I might want to put the top up on my BM’er. Thanks Darin! My new office lacks a window to the outside world. I had no idea. I walked out and put my top up.

The day moved pretty fast. I left for home around 450pm. I hadn’t talked with Mindy all day, and didn’t bother calling on my drive home either since I drove the BM’er and really neeed both hands on the wheel for safety purposes.

Bella was out walking Eiknarf as I pulled up. She and I walked in through the garage together. Mindy was busy in the kitchen making dinner, chicken and pasta. Shared that my dad would soon be joining us. Jacob was out playing in the tree house. It was mostly cloudy at the time, but the skies appeared to be clearing to our immediate west.

I snacked on peanuts and suddenly felt tired. While waiting on dinner, I went to the recliner and cracked open the Deepak book I’ve yet to finish. Just a handful of pages to go. I read about three pages before starting to drift. I heard my dad come in a few minutes later. I remained in the recliner with my eyes closed. I stayed that way until Mindy called me in for dinner. I heard my dad comment that he didn’t even know that I was home.

The chicken over pasta was quite good. I couldn’t finish all that was on my plate, however, but gave it a college try. It left me even sleepier. During dinner we chatted about a number things, including dad’s progress on his trailer as well as mom’s potential visit this coming weekend. The kids, I learned, will be spending Sunday evening with Jimaken and attending the Hilliard fireworks. We’re still not sure what our plans include. Red, White & Boom is this coming Friday, July 1^st.

Both kids headed out to fish while I did kitchen clean-up. All I could think about was getting to the sofa for a nap. As soon as the clean-up was complete I did just that – took a sofa dive. I can’t be certain, but think it was around 7pm when dad up and departed. I forgot that I was supposed to show him how to program his cable box to come on to a specific channel.

I remained sleeping on the sofa after dad left and later after Mindy and Jacob headed off on a walk with Eiknarf. I woke suddenly scared and all out of breath. Not sure why. It’s almost like I couldn’t get a breath. It took a few seconds to recover. Still sleepy, I headed upstairs for bed, but not before slipping into my sawed off flannel PJ bottoms. My pillow felt so doggone good!