My head feels lighter.

The flu is in our house. Rob was home for the first three days of this week; we traded places Thursday morning. I didn't even manage to get out of bed this morning until my sister called and I had to answer the phone. When I did finally get up I realized that we were having a sunny day (and it was almost lunch time). It seamed a shame not to enjoy the sun when it was the only one in the forecast for the next week so after lunch I set up a couple of chairs and blankets on the deck outside, moved Abby's outdoor lead to a nearby railing and settled in for a sunny afternoon.


Abby got her lunch and then spent some time exploring her (slightly) new surroundings.


I enjoyed tea and a good book along with some hand knit and home quilted warmth, getting up only when required to untangle the dog from the house (she got stuck around a piling).


Eventually Abby was ready for some napping in the sun.

We stayed outside until the sun left the backyard.

... in the car.

By myself.

If you happen to know me in person you know this is a big deal.