My First Day Back

My vacations are usually linked to a work-related trip mostly because I travel for my job but secondly because it is a cost effective way to go. Taking two non work-related vacations in the same summer is unheard of for me. But, for the past month, I think I have worked a total of seven days. So, going back today, after all that wonderful time off, was definitely a chore.

The goal was to get up, get out and be back home by five. I got home at almost seven and I didn't actually walk into my office until almost nine. Ugh! Monday and only four whole days to go before I can take another break.

My outlook was different today. I was relaxed, clear headed and ready to be ultra productive. Then, as if it was National Asshole Day, the really obnoxious jerks in the building all seemed to need to speak with me urgently. Obviously these people need a holiday and they were desperate to punish me for taking one! But I smiled, and told them to "fuck off", in my own, politically correct way. It was a refreshing approach to some old problems.

When I finally arrived home, I was eager to walk into my freshly cleaned house only to discover that my housekeeper didn't arrive. Ugh....more work for me at least for another week. Dinner was finally served, by me of course, then I headed outside to work on a patio furniture project. The redwood stain I bought was actually red. Huh! I was looking for more of a clear water proofing product. Lost in translation I guess. Oh well, so I'll have extra reddish redwood furniture. Maybe I'll start a trend.

Can't wait to see what tomorrow brings.

I spoke to him only once today. A little distance is good....I love him.