Sunday, October 26, 2025

It's Going to be a Very Long, Sad Winter.

 Sat: after relaxing coffee time, I did some laundry, my monthly computer stuffies, a little journaling, then headed to Killington to hang out with Suzy for the night. She booked an airBnB for a mini vacation in Killington. We went to the clubhouse to use the sauna, pool and hottub. We made dinner then chatted and watched an episode of a show she's being watching until calling it a night. 

Sun: we woke up early to get ready and head to Suzy's Spartan race, arriving around 7. Her wave started at 830 and she finished about 1.5 hoursish later. I hung out and chatted with her brother until we headed to a better spot to see her finish the race (at a very impressive time). We went out for breakfast then headed back to the airBnB to hang out and chat. It kept my mind off of Mike a little bit and her from backing out of the race. I headed out by 3, making a few pit stops and getting home around 5. I was cleaning the box and I heard Mike dropping stuff off so I opened the door and we chatted for a little bit. Since then, I've been feeling particularly awful and only recently was able to stop crying. This is really hard.

Wed: The past 2 days at work have been ok. My coworkers are keeping me occupied and laughing. I allowed myself to sleep in today. Unfortunately, I had weird dreams, all with Mike in them. And I was drenched when I woke up. I had to shower and do some small stuffies then I headed to my appointment. I cried for the first time and spent the hour talking about my breakup. I went to King Arthur Flour then headed home to start a bunch of laundry and take a walk. I put all new and fresh bedding on the bed and took another quick shower. Being alone in a king bed is very sad these days.

Fri: I allowed myself to sleep in. Unfortunately, it wasn't as enjoyable as it could have been because I had more Mike dreams and woke up drenched in sweat. I had a relaxing coffee morning/early afternoon but I had a headache for most of it. I got up and accomplished a few tasky things and made some food. I started some laundry then went for a walk, made a quick trip to the chopper for whipped cream then called it a night with the ladies. I need ice cream. 

Sat: I let myself sleep but I woke up at a decent time. I had my relaxing coffee time, did some stuffies then started a long message to Mike. I had to stop after some decent progress to get ready to go to Maddy's soccer game (1-1). I drove to Claremont to catch the last bit of Logan's game with Emilee then we hung out for the rest of the evening catching up and grabbing dinner at Ramuntos. 

Sun: I got up at a relatively decent time. I had my relaxing coffee time. I spent the time I needed finishing an email to Mike. I sent it. What will be will be. I spoke my peace. I still feel quite misunderstood. I folded some laundry, vacuumed the house, disassembled and cleaned my small kitchen appliance, took a walk and made a run to the grocery store. I'm sad.

Wed: I set my alarm but allowed myself to hit snooze a bunch. Weird ass dreams. I had to take a shower and get to a derm appt. by 1115. My booboo toe finally got froze. It smarts. I ran a few errands then popped in at home before heading to my ACLS recert class. It was actually quite delightful. When I got home, I rested under my heated blanket then did some stuffies and 30 min. of barre. A pint is calling my name. I miss Mike at night. 

Fri: I woke up to a 10 am alarm drenched in sweat. This is really getting old. I had relaxing coffee time, then took a shower to get to a massage appointment which was delightful (will be returning for more self-care), but there was way more conversation than I was anticipating lol. I went home to do some stuffies then Mike came over to get something and we talked for a bit. He's coming back tomorrow to install my new microwave above my stove. We are going to remain in each others lives, we've decided, and we'll cross certain bridges when they present. I went for a walk and took a shower. Another pint is calling my name. 

Sat: I got up and had some relaxing coffee time. Did a few minor stuffies then I got ready to head to Lydi's 4th birthday party, stopping along the way to drop off my old smoke detectors. As usual, lots of silliness and laughter with the crew and it was a beautiful day to boot. Mike got to my house to start working on my microwave while I was still in Windsor. I got home close to 5 and we just hung out while he finished. We got take out and ended up talking for a while and now I really want to be with him more than anything. I wish he understood me.   

Sun: I had trouble sleeping last night so I ended up getting out of bed after noon. I couldn't breathe out of my nose so my mouth got really dry and I was just too uncomfortable. I got up and took a antihistamine and finally fell asleep, only to wake up out of a dead sleep because my earring was cutting into my earlobe in a very painful way. Anywho, I had an abbreviated coffee time, got involved in a chat regarding my new bed frame that had broken the night before. Stayed upright afterwards to start laundry, cleaning up the kitchen, and vacuuming the house. Mike popped in to hang out and we ended up chatting for a bit. I don't think we are going to give up on each other. I failed to work out but I did squeeze in quick grocery trip.

Wed: I got up at a decent time and had some relaxing coffee time. I did a few stuffies then headed to my therapy appointment in Hanover. I ran a quick errand afterward (honking and screaming at Mike on the way home). I took a short walk then cleaned my bathroom, took another walk then called it a day. Spaghetti and ice cream for the win. 

Fri: Got up at a decent time and sipped my coffee and did some stuffies. I cleaned up the kitchen and did some laundry. I took half a barre class then hopped in the shower to get ready to head to Cornish. We spent the evening at Emily's house for Violet's birthday. Mike made pizza and we just hung out while the children played. Back in Cornish, we played a board game then I headed home for ice cream while the boys went to bed. 

Sat: Got up at a decent time and had my coffee time. I did some laundry, some dishes then got ready to head to Cornish for 2. We went to Jimmy's parents house for a birthday celebration for Jimmy. Beautiful property, good food, good people, good times. And I was sent home with a book about the reality of American history. I started reading it last night and was already sick to my stomach before I hit page 2. It's going to be a tough read but at least I already know this country was built on genocide and slavery. Yay America!

Sun: I woke up a little before 8 pretty tired because I didn't sleep well. It took me forever to fall asleep. We relaxed, Mike and I talked through some stuff, then we headed out. I went home and the boys went for a ride on my bike. I did some random stuffies until the annual community meeting. It was rather efficient and without drama. I banged out some grocery shopping then hopped in the shower. Mike and I had our usual Sunday. It's time for bed.

Wed: I slept pretty solid from about midnight to 10 this morning but unfortunately I woke up drenched. Tired of this already. I had my relaxing coffee time then I got up to clean up the kitchen a bit. I did half a Barre class then got ready to head to Maddy's home game. CSC won and she scored a goal. I headed home to do some tasks then I called it a night. Burrito bowl and ice cream. 

Fri: I was held late (again) Thursday so I let myself sleep in. I had my coffee time, did some laundry, cleaned up the kitchen and vacuumed a little bit, then Mike came over from work. We had some fun then I showered and got ready to head to Chester for a farm to table dinner at Bliss Farm with Sam and Jimmy and his parents (among several others). It was super cold but super fun and everything was delicious. I layered up and ended up drinking an entire bottle of wine...oops. I got some one on one time with Sam and once Mike and I got home, we passed out.

Sat: Mike woke me up at a decent time and very surprisingly, I felt better than I was anticipating. I had my coffee time then finished vacuuming, did laundry, and finished cleaning up the kitchen. I got ready to go to Maddy's home game (they tied) then from there, drove to Woodstock and had dinner with Kate. Picked up some ice cream on the way home and called it a night.

Sun: errands, groceries, crockpot, mike, walk 

Wed: I tried to sleep in but woke up earlier than expected. I got some coffee time in then got ready to head to therapy. From there, I went to Maddy's soccer game (they won), then to Windsor to hug the Dickersons as Mitzy had passed away this afternoon. I went home to wash a few dishes and called it a night.

Fri: Because of my nearly 14 hour day yesterday, I allowed myself to sleep in and sleep in I did. I had relaxing coffee time then got up and cleaned a few dishes then got ready to go to Logan's game (they lost). Emilee and I went to Ramunto's for dinner then I headed home to call it a night. I need ice cream. Also, waking up drenched every morning is getting fucking old. 

Sat: Slept in a bit. Forgot to make coffee. Got ready and went to Maddy's soccer game. They lost. I ended up staying past the game because it was our 20th homecoming weekend and I realized there were a bunch of people I knew there. It was fun to catch up for a bit but I was itching to get home and eat something, accomplish nothing, then eat more. Time for bed.

Sun: Woke up at a decent time (for me) and got some coffee time in. I got ready to meet M&M at the Lebanon airport. Thankfully it worked out weather wise and schedule wise because we had a blast, despite the wind and upset tummys. We circled around Ascutney and Claremont then headed back to Leb as Mason wasn't doing too well anymore. Thank you Dr. Jayne! Afterwards, I went home to eat, do a few things then took a walk until it got dark. Dinner, bed.

Mon: Got up at a decent time for me. Had my relaxing coffee time. Got up to do stuffies. Started vacuuming, cleaned up the kitchen, worked on laundry, then finally took advantage of an Athleta-gifted free trial of a fitness app and did an hour of Barre. Also managed to do my monthly statement stuffies. It was a cold and rainy day so it was perfect to putz around until it came to an end with a heated blanket and a pint.

Tues: I slept in and had my relaxing coffee time. Did some stuffies, finished vacuuming the house, worked on more laundry and set out on a walk while it was still sunny. Towards the end, Mike had to make a pitstop at the house then we chatted for a few after he found me on a side street. I showered, put clean sheets on the bed (my night sweats are out of control) had dinner and a pint then called it a night.

Wed: I slept in later than I was anticipating, but had relaxing coffee time nonetheless. I got up and did some stuffies, did a complete cleaning of the girls' water fountain. Updated my presence in the FB marketplace. I finally have a new set of pots and pans. I got ready to head to Logan's senior night (I fucked up the day, it was actually the previous evening), making pit stops at Leo's and the shelter before. I am so upset I missed it. I ended up heading to my moms, slowing driving down memory lane first, for a visit. I headed home to call it a night. I'm going to read my book. G'night

Thurs: I got up for a follow up derm appt. for my toe; the lesion is gone hopefully so I'm going to stop treating it and see what happens. From there, I went to a black betty service appt. and walked while they were working on it. 800 bucks later (not including the more expensive brake job I need in a few weeks) and I was on the road to run errands. I got food, went to the recycling facility, best buy, ATM (wallet mishap), Sunday Drive, and the Quechee markey where I found my pumpkin cheesecake ice cream. I headed home to eat and relax. Watched some TV, read my book then showered and called it a night with a pint.

Fri: I was supposed to get up for an 8 am car detail appt. but I ended up canceling and asking to reschedule (they have yet to respond) because I had GI distress as soon as went to bed Thursday night. I had severe diarrhea like cramps until I got up and power puked most of the pint I had eaten. Very strange. I ended up sleeping in and being a little lazy. I watched TV, did some laundry, consolidated all my cards and letters and sat down to read some of my book. Mike came over for an adult visit but didn't stay too long after. I had dinner, made brownies then called it a night. My tummy still isn't right.  

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