I was so glad to not have to get up to go to Two Harbors this morning as it took me til 330-4a to fall asleep for some reason.
Then I woke to an offliner from Boris with some bad news. I felt so bad I had slept through his messaging as he's such a nice guy, and he was so totally there for me when things were going to shit in Florida, and afterward. Sometimes the people we least expect to be friends are so much more than people we're 'used to' and who aren't or never really were friends. I was glad he came to me, and felt so bad I didn't hear the alerts go off. As soon as I woke and read his messages I messaged back to check on him - and he was doing ok - well as ok as could be expected. I got ready for work and then once at work, kept in close touch with him as the day progressed.
Sometimes it sucks so much to have online friends you feel so close to and wish you could just go hug, but you cannot. I mean I tell them when I would, or when I think they need one, but it's just not the same as being able to actually be there/go there and give them one. I used to tell this to Kev - and he said he'd welcome them, but then he felt overwhelmed by the ones I did give - go figure. I welcome all and any I can get from friends or family anytime. Words are nice, but hugs are so much better, especially in person. I send the words, and mean them.
Ran off to catch the bus this morning not realising that it was SO cold and windy out. I literally left with wet hair, and in a lighter sweater and skirt. Man it was cold, but the bus came within minutes - as I had suspected it would when I ran out.
Brr fuckin Brr!
I want my warm days back
NOW.
kthx.
I was so glad to not have to make the run to Two Harbors today, but rather work downtown and then enjoy one of my most favourite lunches. Grilled Turkey and Swiss on Cranberry Wild Rice Bread with Horseradish Cranberry Mayo and Russian Noodle Soup.
So YUM and SO filling and JUST what I needed on a cold day like this. Each time they've had this sandwich in the past few months, it's been a Tues or Thurs and I've been up working in Two Harbors, so imagine how happy I was to check out the Greenery menu online and discover that my lunch would be ever so heavenly. *contented sigh*Later, when running back across the street for a beverage/caffeine refill, I ran into Terry too and we had a quick chat about the website, Homegrown, and more. And a hug! Always good to see him too.
I worked away the afternoon and was then surprised to discover my mate had my bus route - so this is what I've been missing all these Tuesdays. He was as surprised and glad to see me as I was him. He'd had a rough day, and there are new traffic delays in town, and he seemed really relieved to have me to vent to. I was glad to see him as well, and then found he'd be heading back around when I had to go downtown for my Homegrown meeting, and he suggested I meet him at his break at the college for a ride down the hill. I was more than happy to take him up on the invite, as well as have the walk to the college (10 min fast) to stretch out - dressed warmly of course - and enjoy more time to have a private visit without a bus load of people eavesdropping or bustling between us as we talked. I really need to invite him over soon for a relaxed visit, and perhaps a dinner or something for a real catch-up. Maybe on the weekend.
I was lucky enough to get some hugs from him today as well - I can never get enough of his hugs. Always warm and meant heartfelt, and I love giving him them as well, as he appreciates them fully. I could always hug him to pieces, and would if given the chance.
While home, Sister MT called to let me know she was out of the hospital finally, and to see if I'd still help out volunteering at the reception desk on some weeknights. I said I would and she was a happy camper. Sometimes working at the Monastery seems a bit hypocritical of me, as I don't go to church, use some colourful language, and well, for other reasons.
Sometimes I swear I can hear the Holy Water boil in the receptacles as I pass...lol But the sisters love me for helping out, and they feed me dinner too - how could I say no? Do you realise how hard it is to say no to a nun begging you to work so they can attend mass? Yeah. Very.
Anyway, afterward, I went to the Homegrown Music Festival Volunteer Meeting - I've picked up a couple door shifts during the festival to get out, hear a bit of music, and to also take advantage of the free entrance to the other shows, as well as a free t-shirt with the cool 13th year design. I was hoping that it would be a black t-shirt, but this will have to do - guess it's easier for them to see overall who is a worker vs someone darkly dressed in a darkened venue.
They also gave us our lanyards and volunteer passes, as well as a Field Guide to familiarise ourselves with the bands and venues, as well as a rules and information sheet.
We all went over some basic information, and a few 'what if' scenarios, then we were done. I was glad as it was early enough to catch the 8:10 bus, rather than have to wait around for the 9:10.While waiting, some people were standing shivering in the bus shelter, so I pressed the button for heat. Heh, heh, so nice of me, or dumb of them eh. Those shelters have had heat for two years now, but rarely does anyone make use of the heaters. Although, as I mentioned in an earlier blog, the heaters are up on the ceiling of the shelter, and heat rises...so it's not like you really get 'warm' but it kind does come down enough to feel it some. The tall kid, who was shivering the most, moved outside once it came on - too bad for him - he would have been tall enough to really feel the heat and benefit from it, as he was only wearing a thin zip hoodie.
Also while waiting, I noticed this unmarked cop car sitting right across from us waiting for the light to change. What caught my eye was the glare of the computer screen.
Anyway, back home to warm up, have a bit of dinner, hot tea, and write this post.
Cheers!
No comments:
Post a Comment