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Sunshine on My Shoulders

April 11, 2020

We took an afternoon walk today. About 4 miles and 9,000 steps. It was generally sunny, with a few clouds and about 55 degrees with a 5 to 10 mph breeze. The temperature you felt was very much dependent on whether or not you were sheltered from the breeze.We drove up to Maple Leaf, did one circuit on the 1/2 mile loop, and set off into the neighborhood. The first half was fairly flat, with some inclines. But then we encountered the hills. Up, down and around. A reasonable workout in the end.Our tree of the day.

And now I am sitting on the back deck, in a tshirt and shorts! First time this year. There is a definite edge to the warmth, but the warming sun is worth the cool edge.

And I brought Carl with me.

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Tough Day at Work

April 11, 2020

In reality, the day was OK. But at the end of the work part, I was spent. The day included working on several different topics, including customers that didn’t quite understand the requirements for new water service, others needing documentation, policy discussions with my boss, the normal Covid check-in, and reviewing and responding to others work. Just drained.

So we took advantage of the relatively nice weather, and set out on a walk. We didn’t stray too far, 9 blocks east and about 10 blocks north-south, cruising up and down the streets. About 7,000 steps worth.

Tiny tulips

We included about 6 blocks of student housing that we don’t normally traverse. There were a few small groups playing some game involving a table, rock or ball, and, we assumed, beer. It was entirely possible these were living groups, and the area was much quieter than would be normal for a sunny Friday.

The tree of the day invites you to find faces and shapes.