June 16, 2023

Well, my 4 hour workday turned into 6 because I was interrupted all week and couldn’t finish a spreadsheet my boss needed for Monday. I stayed late to get it done and wrap up a few other things, like cleaning my desk. I hate coming back after a weekend to the disarray that inevitably happens during the week.

But I still got out of work early enough to enjoy the perfect weather and go to an early dinner with Patrick. I’m thankful for that. And for how happy the pups were when I got home. And for the birds who nest in the trees by our deck and sing their upbeat songs. And for late sunsets.

June 14, 2023

I’m thankful for cutting out of work early and buying my group a drink at a nearby pub. It’s been a bit stressful at work lately, so it was nice to just relax, chat and laugh for a bit.

I’m also thankful for sunshine, ice cream, and working air conditioning.

June 13, 2023

Man…take a few days off work and it’s like you’re punished for it. Today was busy! And it started with a voicemail of a customer complaining about an employee. It may be Tuesday, but it certainly felt like a Monday. However, I’m thankful the day kinda flew by and it ended well.

June 11, 2023

Our flight home this morning was delayed slightly by some engine problems, so I’m extra grateful we made it home safely. Traveling is exhausting, but I’m surprised by how tired I was all day, so it was good to get home and get caught up on the pups with Patrick’s dad. It sounded like they also had a great weekend, albeit a much more relaxing one. I’m thankful for that. And for the fact that I took tomorrow off work. Maybe I’ll catch up on some sleep.

June 10, 2023

Today we took a ferry to Salem and spent the day wandering around the town, checking out the museum and shopping. We got caught in a downpour after lunch, but luckily we were headed back to the ferry anyway. It was a wet and cold ride back to Boston, though. And after another really yummy dinner, we called it an early night. It’s been a fun, but exhausting few days, and I’m thankful for a good vacation exploring a new place.

June 9, 2023

It’s our 5th anniversary! We had a great day wandering around Boston, even though it drizzled off and on all day. We walked more of the Freedom Trail and toured some of the buildings, including Paul Revere’s home. Then we had a great dinner at a local spot before going to a ghost pub crawl. I’m so thankful for a good day, for Patrick, and for five years married.

The courthouse.
The stairwell in the old meeting house.
We stopped and ate a Mike’s Pastry treat in a small park while it was raining.
The courtyard at Paul Revere’s home.
I’m not sure if his reaction is from a day of walking or five years married.
The longest running pub.

June 8, 2023

We made it to Boston! The flight in was a bit bumpy, and I felt a bit nauseous on the decent down, but it was worth it. Day one was fun. We went to Cheers, walked a bit along the Freedom Trail, went to a brewery and had dinner at Legal Seafood harbor side. I’m thankful for safe travels here and for a great day.