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That is the way the cookie crumbles

29 Wednesday Dec 2021

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“The major problem of life is learning how to handle the costly interruptions. The door that slams shut, the plan that got sidetracked, the marriage that failed. Or that lovely poem that didn’t get written because someone knocked on the door.” ― Martin Luther King Jr.

My New Year’s was going to be awesome.  I was going to be at The Gray Barn Inn at Woodstock Farm Sanctuary.  A friend won an Instagram contest and was awarded the entire Inn for 5 days over New Year’s weekend.   She invited my sister and I to tag along.

We were going to have delicious breakfast prepared by the Inn, and then we would explore all the beautiful surrounding.  There is so much to do in the area.  Beautiful parks to visit, quaint streets to walk, charming shops to browse, and a host of different restaurants to try.

Instead, this is what I am looking at:

I tested positive for SARS-CoV-2.

I started getting some symptoms on Sunday morning, and yesterday I finally gave in and took a home test that was positive.  Then later I went to a pharmacy and they confirmed it.  

Note that my bowl of soup on the picture above is resting on paperwork.  Unfortunately, even though I feel lousy, I still have to work.  My assistant is on vacation and the daily contracts need to go out.

“The afternoon knows what the morning never suspected.” ― Robert Frost

I have to unpack my packed suitcase.   I see stuff to do all over.  Zero energy.

I have a very sore throat, headache and body aches.  I was hoping to quickly lose 5 pounds, but I haven’t lost my appetite.  I am actually hungrier than usual. 

But, oh well, that is the way the cookie crumbles.  Not everything will go according to plans.  Still, life is beautiful and I am happy.  I am still feeling blessed!  My gratitude list is immense!  

I hope everyone is healthy out there!  Love, light and hugs to all! ♥♥♥

“And the more I think about it, the more frustrated I get by the entire concept of a backup plan. Because it only ever seems to pertain to people who are interested in art, music, theater–and yes, the circus. Nobody would ever dream of going up to someone in medical school and telling them, ‘Gee, I really think you should have a backup plan. You know, just in case this doesn’t work out for you.” ― Akemi Dawn Bowman, Harley in the Sky

 

Henri, the hurricane, changed my plans

25 Wednesday Aug 2021

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“The afternoon knows what the morning never suspected.” ― Robert Frost

My sister and I were supposed to spend last weekend in Boston, but the hurricane cut the trip short.  So, instead of Sunday night we drove home Saturday evening.  

We spent Saturday at Quincy Market, enjoying the sites and sounds.  There are all kinds of street performers, from violin players to jugglers. So much fun and talent!

We had breakfast inside the Boston Public Markets.  The bagels (Levend Bagelry) and popovers (The Popover Lady) were delicious.  The coffee was just ok (George Howell).

Quincy Market

Faneuil Hall served as a meeting place of Patriots during the American Revolution.  Nowadays is still used for public ceremonies, such as Citizenship Oath Ceremonies. One can feel the history walking through its doors.

We had a late lunch at State Street Provisions. We shared a little of everything, fish and chips, cheeseburger, avocado toast, street corn, salads.  The food was good.   The drinks were disappointing. I ordered the Triple Lindy (Vodka, Strawberry St. Germain, Yellow Chartreuse, Orgeat and Lime).  It sounded amazing on paper, but it tasted boring and flavorless.

After the late lunch, we browsed an outdoors fair and bought some glass jewelry.  By 7pm we were getting to my friend’s house to change to go out to dinner and more fun.  That is when another friend called me and scared me with the news about hurricane Henri.  He said: it will hit NY and then travel to Boston.  If you don’t leave now, you may not be back until Monday or Tuesday.

I was not afraid of missing a day or two of work, but in such situations I rather be in my home and not stranded at a friend’s house.

“All human plans [are] subject to ruthless revision by Nature, or Fate, or whatever one preferred to call the powers behind the Universe.” ― Arthur C. Clarke, 2010: Odyssey Two

Faneuil Hall

I loved, loved, loved the harbor.  It was such a beautiful sunny day. We didn’t take any boat trips or tours.  We were interested in doing the Duck Boat Tour on Sunday, but that never happened.  Will do that in a next trip.

I guess I should start paying more attention to the weather reports when I plan trips.

“Plans are of little importance, but planning is essential.” ― Winston Churchill

Boston Harbor

All in all it was a fun Saturday.  The storm was not as bad as expected, but I don’t regret returning home.  Better safe, than sorry.

“Ester asked why people are sad.
“That’s simple,” says the old man. “They are the prisoners of their personal history. Everyone believes that the main aim in life is to follow a plan. They never ask if that plan is theirs or if it was created by another person. They accumulate experiences, memories, things, other people’s ideas, and it is more than they can possibly cope with. And that is why they forget their dreams.” ― Paulo Coelho, The Zahir