Day 96

Amy fit in and everyone was happy to have her join us. The stories were diverse and enjoyable. Today is the last day of Mayvember and hopefully, June will bring improvement. I need sun to help my attitude and energy. CofC later and it’s the last day for applications for the two chamber jobs. That means getting acquainted with new bosses again. After duty I’m off to Karen’s for massage followed by a quiet evening. May stop at China Hut to pick up dinner.

Day 95

Yesterday started with a social walk to the museum. I enjoy the spontaneous and brief conversations as I’m on my way to volunteer. It was a quiet day with only four visitors. This morning I’m going to fill the green bin and clean house. This afternoon I will introduce Amy to our tea and stories group. She is prepared with the prompt. We need to include a couple of new writers so I don’t have to cancel if there are only two of us.

Day 94

The meeting was short and businesslike. Hollie came to find me after her work at JH and we went to early lunch. Quiet afternoon with five dogs. Megan is coming home today and I’ll be glad to give up dog-sitting. Still not feeling well although I have no symptoms of anything. Just not full of pep. I did water in the greenhouse where everything is flourishing and take Jake on a brief walk. Today is museum duty and I’m looking forward to being there.

I mentioned to Karen that I couldn't find Wendell's headstone and she gave me a map/

Day 93

The visitors’ center was not as busy as expected. Maybe it was the misty windy weather. The people who came were pleasant and interesting. I walked down to the Veterans’ cemetery looking for Wendell’s headstone but could not find it. The lawns were moved and all the flags were blowing. It looked well tended. Lots of other people seemed to be doing the same thing. I had a quick dinner and went to bed early. Didn’t feel well. Today is Board of Supervisors’ meeting.

Day 92

Yesterday improved as it went along. Mild day with a breeze and I had three walks: one alone and two with dogs. Fr. Tom was at church. I like his sermons as they are homey and humorous with his message. I didn’t stay for fellowship. Not in a mood for conversation. The Giants lost again. It’s difficult to watch them play so ineptly with the huge paychecks they receive. Today I’ll be at the visitors’ center for the extra hour required during the season.

Day 91

Hollie and I met at the farm stand and visited. Always a pleasure to spend time with her. This Mayvember weather makes being outside a chore. The icy wind and rain are not spring. The greenhouse plants are thriving. There is already a zucchini ready to enjoy.  The rest of the day was sinking into my chair with the extra dogs. Megan is in Portland. I will attend church this morning after missing two weeks due to not wanting to go. Maybe get outside.

Day 90

The visitors’ center was busy with travel stories. We have a new volunteer who fit right in. She is a veteran who is interested in my writing class. I enjoyed every minute with Karen and Rosalie. The food, and the conversation were satisfying .Karen is investigating the spices of India and Thailand and has all the ingredients and cooking necessities. She is stoked. Rosalie is deep in the editing of her book on elderhood. We promised to meet often because we like each other.