almost there

Stitches are out, I'm spending less time managing meds, and I'm spending more time with my team. A few more days and things should be almost normal again.

excuses excuses

Not that I need one, but Henry's need for quiet and 24/7 supervision has given me an ironclad excuse for not leaving the house all weekend, and reading and napping on the couch with him in a safe nest to me.

delivery

Swiss friend came to visit for lunch this week, bringing many pounds of gummy candy from the best gummy store ever.

dog treats

Friends who came over last night were all Henry​ lovers. Two of them brought him treats and toys last week, one brought him a bag of mixed treats last night, and the other was the one who took him to the hospital last week. He has good friends.

cards night

Slowly identifying people who like card games. There is hope to get back one of my favorite things.

tis the season

First California poppies are out, and all the trees are in bloom! A bit late because of the long winter, but all that rain means we'll have crazy wildflowers this year, right?

two steps forward

After an emergency return to the ICU, and a the night stay, Henry is back again. His pain is finally manageable with the meds, and I'm getting the hang of his complicated routines. Today was his first day back at work. Barring further complications, this crazy all night routine and special diet and extra laundry will go for another week. I can't wait until he's healthy enough to drive me crazy again.

figuring it out

Figured out the best way to move Henry, the best way to get him to take his meds, and the best way to get him to pee with the minimum amount of pain. He's a trooper, and is being such a good boy.

got my back

When your dog gets attacked at work, and it's terrible and scary, but your co-workers mobilize to bring you back from an offsite meeting, bring your dog to meet you at the vet, then stay with you for almost seven hours through his surgery and recovery, you know you've got some good co-workers.

sunday perfect sunday

Perfect weather, sunny and clear and warm but not hot. Pedicures, then wine and cheese on a patio with girlfriends.

sleep

10.5 hours of sleep, the longest I've slept in... I don't know how long.

daylight saving time

Finally!!! The dark days are over.

step one

Stayed late Friday to get a decent prank pulled together. It was much improved with the help of some engineers. Always have engineers help with pranks.

lined up

Next prank already forming up in my head.

wingman

Talked a younger male coworker through the best way to impress his date with minimal cooking skills. A good cheese plate, a cold cider, and a bread pudding recipe from her blog. That should do the trick. I'm a good friend.

caught up

Saw old work friends Wednesday, had some drinks, caught up, remembered what it's like to be with lawyers and know the same people. Good times.

back to normal

Finally put the time and effort into an elaborate prank after a couple of rough weeks. There are layers of the prank, which will hopefully leave the target always wondering if it's done.

accidental saturday

Unintentionally watched two movies instead of reading, then spontaneously got two people to come over and play board games and cards on short notice. They seemed into cards, so I am harboring hope that I can resume a long-paused addiction.

out of dodge

Dodged another bullet today. Outside counsel is having a rough week.

meet the parents

My parents came to work today. I gave them the tour, took them to lunch, and introduced them to some coworkers, all of whom said nice things about me. I think they want to work there now.

kindness of strangers

Henry's shelter received a huge donation this week from a generous family, enough to buy a new X-ray machine and transport van, while still setting aside a big chunk for future projects!

stick with it

When you manage to get through a particularly rough day and then the boss apologizes to you for coming down hard on you for one thing, deflects criticism from you for another, and tells you that you do good work, it's a hard won victory pried from the jaws of defeat.