The big thing that made me happy this month was my successful road trip to S California. Lots of laughs and a good catch up with my older son and DIL. They fed me really well too. It was also fun to be out on my own during the day and chatting with strangers. The emotional visit with my closest friend in Camarillo, who was widowed since we moved, was really great. So glad I went.
I went to two art exhibits to feed my soul - A local artist’s guild show and a big special exhibit at the Pacific Asia Museum in Pasadena.
While I was on my road trip Hubby changed up the pup’s routine a bit. Hubby isn’t an early riser like me so when they did get up he sent Coco into the backyard instead of walking him first thing. Works a treat for me too now! Don’t worry - that dog gets 4 long walks a day plus another time in the yard with his chew bone but that essential first brief trip out is now by himself while I make coffee.
Enjoyed a lunch date with my younger son and a couple of visits with the whole local family. Grandgirl hugs are the best! The toddler’s arms get me right around my knees so I do have to brace myself lol.
My nephew who lives in Taiwan got a great new job based there but the HQ is in Berkeley so he will be in town most of November for his onboarding and we will get to spend time together on weekends.
I’m not too much of a Material Girl, but getting new sheets in a lighter color really brightens up the bedroom and thus lifts my spirits. The two fleece vests bought from ThredUp are great for our transitional weather as mornings are quite cool but afternoons pretty warm.
I am also happy with the candle I bought on my trip and the many book ideas I got while wandering an amazing Pasadena bookstore. Plus lots of good coffee 😉
Hubby decided he could nail, patch and do touch up painting on areas of the house siding where the vibrations from the earthquake retrofit popped nails or paint. We have a l9t 9f the paint left by the previous owners.
Lastly, getting much better earthquake insurance coverage for the same cost feels great.
What brought you happiness during October?
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