Sam (the dear!) at Sam, Coffee, Money, and Thyme does an entry titled: World of Mine –Friday’s W’s. She graciously consented my using it, with reasonable attorneys fees. I may try this regularly, if the Spo-fans find it entertaining. I will do mine on Wednesday, or Wotan’s day, or whatever we are calling the mid-day of the week these days.
What’s top of my mind – the weather. Unlike the rest of the nation, AZ is at its ‘good time’ of the year. The outside temperatures are ~ 25C / 77F, which allow me to open the windows wide and do some spring cleaning. It’s time to tidy up the back porch, which is unused since October.
Where I’ve been – last weekend a friend was in town and he invited us out to dinner at a restaurant with outside dining. Someone and our friend have had their shots; I have not. I was not comfortable despite the social distancing and a breeze blowing to wipe away the contagion. The food was excellent but I could not relax being around so many people, most of them not wearing masks. I don’t foresee doing this again any time soon.
Where I’m going – In two weeks I travel again back to Michigan, Land of Perpetual Snow and Ice, to care for Father for a few days. This allows Brother #3 some time to scram to who knows where for awhile.
What I’m watching – The Great Courses’ series on Mesopotamia. I am learning of the great city of Ur, where I get half of my pen name.
What I’m reading – I am on page 700 of ‘Anna Karenina’; there are 200 pages to go. I’ve been slogging through this ponderous novel for some time. I know how it’s going to end*, thanks to know-it-alls, but I want to see how it happens.
What I’m listening to – podcasts. My recent favorites are ‘Ologies’ and “Hidden Brain”. ‘Ologies’ is hosted by a very entertaining woman who interviews various science experts and the later is hosted by a fellow as he explores human sociology and psychology. I recommend both.
What I’m eating – I still have grapefruit to eat from January’s season. Happily they do not grow tired although they do go a bit dry. I have five left. I will eat them with relish
Who I’m paying attention to – Someone of course.
What I’m planning – I am composing a list of things that need doing about the house prior to Brother #4 and family visiting us in early April. We’ve had no visitors to since January 2020 or longer perhaps. There is a lot to do, such as cleaning the carpets and clearing out the ‘blue room’ A.K.A. as the guest bedroom A.K.A as Someone’s Storage space.
*Badly.
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February 24, 2021 at 3:44 AM
Ron
Excellent posting! Always interesting to see what you’re doing plus a good idea for a different blog posting for me. Brother #3 will appreciate your visit. Bill went on at hone hospice care yesterday. This hospice facility allowed me up to seven days every ninety days (quarterly) to put him in their hone like setting facility so I can get respite care for myself. If COVID restrictions are lifted I can resume my quarterly get together with Pat and also reboot my energy for caregiving for Bill. We live in interesting and challenging times.
February 24, 2021 at 5:57 AM
Urspo
I continually think of Bill and you.
February 24, 2021 at 4:53 AM
David Godfrey
Eating out in a restaurant? The last time was in like September or October, we had lunch out on day when a water main was being replaced and the water was off at home for a day. I like the random glimpse into life, and a format like this makes it easier to think of what am I going to write about today.
February 24, 2021 at 5:58 AM
Urspo
Give it a try, why dotcha.
The restaurant was packed; I am told this was not unique. I thought it awful.
February 24, 2021 at 5:14 AM
Todd Gunther
An interesting concept for a blog entry. Your activities make my life seem dull by comparison.
February 24, 2021 at 5:59 AM
Urspo
“I lead a dull life” my late Uncle Ed would say whenever I asked how he was. Then he would often expand he was doing anything but.
February 24, 2021 at 6:32 AM
anne marie in philly
I just had a toasted asiago cheese bagel with butter for breakfast. I am listening to classical music on the radio. I am paying attention to nyla cat.
February 24, 2021 at 7:00 AM
Urspo
lovely way to start the day
February 24, 2021 at 7:17 AM
Old Lurker
I endorse pillaging memes and features from other bloggers, but do not endorse making any of them regular weekly features. You have lots of varied things to write about without them.
I wish you could have gotten your jabs before travelling again.
February 24, 2021 at 7:58 AM
Urspo
I wish that too.
February 24, 2021 at 7:21 AM
Raybeard
‘Anna K.’ is a truly glorious novel. Though it doesn’t have anything like the panoramic scope of W&P – though nothing else does – it doesn’t attempt to, and is undoubtedly one of the most profound literary works of the 19th century that I’m aware of. Our Leo can always be relied on to deliver the goods.
Btw: If you’re in the mood do try his ‘Resurrection’, another ‘cracker ‘of his.
February 24, 2021 at 7:58 AM
Urspo
I think I am satiated on Russian literature for awhile, but I will put this on the list of later reads.
February 24, 2021 at 7:30 AM
Debra She Who Seeks
I’ve never read “Anna Karenina.” I salute you.
February 24, 2021 at 7:59 AM
Urspo
There are a dozen lofty tomes many book readers want to say ‘they have read them’ AK is one of them.
February 24, 2021 at 7:36 AM
rjjs8878
I commend you for reading Anna Karenina. I’ve tried to read War and Peace three times but never finished it.
February 24, 2021 at 8:00 AM
Urspo
it ends badly.
February 24, 2021 at 8:18 AM
rjjs8878
Spo – why am I not surprised.
February 24, 2021 at 8:25 AM
Sam
Hey! I feel almost famous getting a shout out in our blog! It is a fun way to track the who, what, where’s and sometimes whys of life. I find it more so while working form home. I t seems you struck a positive note with your readers.
February 24, 2021 at 8:35 AM
Urspo
I love reading your/others daily what’s happenings. Funny that the simple daily doings like what you are eating and who came over make for the best reads.
February 24, 2021 at 11:32 AM
Urspo
it is a fun meme, one I hope to continue
February 24, 2021 at 8:29 AM
Sam
Jim-I see your point (this is Sam) and it was started to combat boredom-no pats on the back being looked for. For example, often the what I’m reading is nothing more than the Sunday comics, or a text from my kid. I’ll take your advice when I do my Friday version, and make sure I ad some interest, but let me tell you, life for me is a bit like ground hogs day.
February 24, 2021 at 10:16 AM
Parnassus
Oh my goodness! What I wrote is not what I intended. That is what I get for writing comments late at night! I suppose my mind was jumping forward to a state in which originality in blogs is replaced by templates.
Some people are characterized by their informative and original way of telling people what they are reading or doing, such as in your blog. That is fine, unique, personalized and suitable Also, we can all sometimes take a leaf from someone else’s book and try on their format–so many of those “30 Things You Never Knew About Me” memes are like that, and they can be fun while honoring the originator.
A thousand apologies! I spoke while my mind was racing to future improbabilities, and entirely left the present reality behind.
–Jim
February 24, 2021 at 8:34 AM
Urspo
I hope the intent isn’t ‘boasting” or to show off; merely to convey some mundane matters that my readers may find interesting. I read this sort of stuff on my blog reads; it always makes me smile to hear what people are doing in their daily lives.
February 24, 2021 at 10:36 AM
Parnassus
Yes, that is the main point of blogs, to see what is going on in other’s lives that we might feel some connection with, or are willing to learn about. As in still life paintings, it is often the seemingly ordinary that creates the most interest and sympathy. My earlier comment would be too complicated to explain what aberration of thought I was responding to, so I’ll just plead temporary insanity.
–Jim
February 24, 2021 at 10:18 AM
Parnassus
Sam, please see my response above.
To Dr. Spo: If you can, please remove the duplicate comment and this second reply.
February 24, 2021 at 10:24 AM
Sam
Technology glitch!! Don’t know why it duplicated, but yes, please delete as I feel like I have taken too much space already and being a humble person…LOL.
February 24, 2021 at 11:57 AM
Mildred Ratched
Memes can be fun. I used to participate in one called “Words for Wednesday.” I’m looking forward to reading yours in the future. (See, I do come out of hibernation every now and then.)
February 24, 2021 at 12:53 PM
Urspo
And I am glad to see you when you do!
February 24, 2021 at 1:25 PM
Robert
I couldn’t get past the ‘ologies’.
Highly successful 1980s ad campaign for BT (British Telecom) starring Maureen Lipman. Lipman, playing Beattie Bellman, was trying to be upbeat having just been told by her grandson Anthony that he’d flunked his exams, passing only pottery and sociology. Beattie most famous line was: “He gets an ology and he says he’s failed… you get an ology, you’re a scientist…”
February 24, 2021 at 2:13 PM
Urspo
nice story; it made me smile.
February 24, 2021 at 2:10 PM
jefferyrn
I don’t like grapefruit but I am addicted to orange + grapefruit AHA sparkling water.
February 24, 2021 at 2:13 PM
Urspo
Lovely !
February 24, 2021 at 2:49 PM
Gigi Rambles
I can only imagine your discomfort with eating out. I can’t even fathom it. The Husband mentioned that when we starting going out into the world again – I told him I think I am forever altered and am not missing anything (except for eating out).
February 24, 2021 at 7:39 PM
Urspo
I miss eating out too.
February 24, 2021 at 4:38 PM
Linda Practical Parsimony
It was 75F here, today. I listen to whatever Tommy has on TV except at night when I listen to Rod Stewart. I, too, am forever changed. I may wear a mask forever and never go out to eat again.
February 24, 2021 at 7:39 PM
Urspo
We will probably be wearing masks for some time.
February 24, 2021 at 5:21 PM
mcpersonalspace54
I liked this post. It was good getting a glimpse into your daily life.
February 24, 2021 at 7:39 PM
Urspo
Thank you. I reckon I will try it again next Wotan’s Day.