I made it back home yesterday. The traffic was HORRIBLE in Oklahoma due to construction. It felt so good to sleep in my own house and in my own bed last night. Yay! Annual visit with Mom is completed for another year. Mission accomplished: I didn't upset her! Bonus.

My husband called and asked if it would alright if he stayed in Florida an extra week. His best friend's 40th birthday party is that last week and he wants to be there for it. I think it's cool. He won't get to go back just to visit friends for a few more years, I'm sure.

So, I am going to go in search of something to do tonight. Maybe it is time to make some new friends.

Today is my first day home alone in the house. I have a lot to do and I am in no big hurry to do any of it. Top of the list includes watering the yard thoroughly, getting some groceries, laundry, updating the financial software and paying a few bills. Fun!..

I went to the gym last night and got three miles in on the treadmill. It felt good. The shins and calves were no longer screaming. Tomorrow I have 5 miles. I'll wake up early and go outside before the heat and humidity kick in.