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I've got a few to talk about. Heh. That's what happens when one...chills.

5. Edward VII: The Prince of Wales and the Women He Loved by Catharine Arnold
This book. Hmm. This was only about the women Bertie loved. Not a complete bio, but an abbreviated one. I had already read a bio about him, so this was all stuff I knew. It was interesting, but if you decide to read a complete bio, let me refer you to: The Heir Apparent: A Life of Edward VII, the Playboy Princeby Jane Ridley as it was quite comprehensive.

6. Angels and Demons by Dan Brown
My first reread of the year. I was watching the movie and decided to read the book. Move vs. book is very different. But I enjoyed revisiting it.

7. The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown
Well, since I had it...decided to reread as well. Interestingly, as I had just finished Angels and Demons, I realized how similar the two books were as far as plot, pacing, etc. I'm on a wait list for the next book in the series. I remember reading this all in one go one summer. Found it fascinating. Now? Hmmm. I still liked it, but parts just make me cringe. Oh well, it's a fun read.

8. Dumplin' by Julie Murphy
We had watched the movie a few months back and it was on the available list so...why not! Again, book vs. movie; very different. Still good. I recommend.

9. Puddin' by Julie Murphy
This was also available, so I grabbed it as well. It's called a "companion" book, but I would call it a sequel as it takes place after the first book. More insight into two of the peripheral characters, one of which the movie kinda glosses over. Again, well written and I enjoyed. Read it! (after you read the first one).

10. As the Crow Flies by Craig Johnson
There are a few more books in the 'Longmire' series before I finish. This was next so off we go. I do enjoy reading his books. He can be, umm, un-PC, but he acknowledges it and he says he gets permission from his First Nation friends. As long as everyone gets it....

11. A Serpent's Tooth by Craig Johnson
Next in the series. All these books are fun to read. They aren't fluffy fun, but good solid reads and detective type books. Matter of fact, it's just these last two that I guessed the baddie. Sometimes they are hard to spot!

I'm now rereading the Rick Riordan books starting with The Lightning Thief. Have I mentioned I love to read?

In other, non reading news....life is going well. I just came from a yoga class which I thoroughly enjoyed. Very nice getting out and doing something for me!

It's a bit cold and rainy today, but I'm home and settled. I think I'm going to make Sloppy Joe Salad for dinner. Sounds yummy. Now for a smoothie!

Day 19 - What touch are you grateful for today?

A hug.

I thought yesterday was going to be normal. But there is no normal is there? I got a call from one of the places I'd sent a claim for to re: mom's stuff. It is a government security. They are making me jump through extraordinary hoops. Seems they want me to open a probate - even though mom has no creditors, no personal property and no real property. I got the info; after trying, in vain, to convince them to just have me handle it and got off the phone.

I called a Legal Service that is run by a paralegal who has come highly praised. She remembered me, as I'd talked to her a few times previously. I explained the above, she said for me to meet her at a local Starbucks and we settled on a "set aside". I got all the paperwork for her, paid her fee (what is it with folks who don't want to pay for services rendered???) and off we sent. I've already received two emails from her as she's already to file the info and contact the security. She's awesome. Now it's a waiting game. Fingers crossed!

I had my final yoga session with a client who is having surgery on Friday. She has been doing such a good job and I truly hope she comes back after she's released by her doctor. She is a friend as well, so no pressure. My normal Wednesday client is back from her extended vacation, but alas, has a cold. Maybe next week. I still have a client coming tomorrow. S'all good.

Hope everyone is enjoying these final days of November!

Today I am grateful for yoga.

I had my 2nd year review (it was a little late, but that's okay). Even with all my self doubt and self criticism, I did well. And was offered a raise.

The things I need to work on are housekeeping details, i.e. keeping the room at a comfortable temp for the students, etc. I did not try to defend myself in any way, but I did mention that if she came to classes more than once a year I might not be quite so nervous! ;)

S'all good.

I haven't really been posting actual content, just meme-ing (is that a word? it should be!).

I've been trying to get His Lordship to go to bed earlier than 10pm as he has to be up at 4:45 every morning and it's starting to 'show'. Grumpy is as grumpy does. He wants (at least it's my perception) me to go get in bed with him even if it's only 9pm. That's not gonna work every night for me. I've always been a night owl, he's an early riser. It's a work in progress, but the man definitely needs more sleep. He's be perfectly content to be on the afternoon shift (2nd shift), so he'd be working from say 3pm to 11pm. I absolutely abhorred that shift when the kids were little; it was like being a single mother. No thank you. Now, he doesn't have a choice but to be on 1st shift with his new position as Tech Manager (I think that's what it's called). The hours are set at 6am to 2pm. Hmmm, maybe he needs to nap more. *ponders*

I don't have to teach this afternoon as it's the 10th anniversary of the studio being opened and there is an open house celebration. I still need to be there from 4-6pm, but just for schmoozing purposes. I'm hoping a few new people show up, that would be swell. I think things are going well, she just hired a new instructor and added two new classes. Hope springs!

It's getting cooler here (finally!) and the Chilcoot (CA) Frosty (it's a destination spot!) is getting ready to close down for the year. I think we'll head up there for lunch after I teach on Saturday. A MINI adventure!

Today I'm trying to get some stains out of the bedroom carpet (have I mentioned how much I despise carpet???) and then I'm going to work on organizing my mom's paperwork. It's exceeding the boundaries of the basket I've been using.

I'm off!