Good happenings on not the greatest day

In order:

1. A true, loyal, strong, and infinitely patient friend doesn’t check out on me in frustration, even though I’ve given them dozens of reasons over time why they should. You inspire me to do as well, and I am grateful beyond words. I wish everyone to be so fortunate.
2. The grinding of the UPS truck coming up the mountain, with a delivery of internet purchased organic free trade shade grown Italian roast espresso. Nectar of the sunrise gods. I can’t wait for morning.
3. Getting the fire going in the wood stove and having it perfectly burning when I come in from a long freezing walk. Fire: stored solar power like a July day.
4. Earmuffs on a cold windy day.
5. And hand-knit mittens.
6. A pot of hot green tea near the fire after the freezing walk.
7. Being able to take a freezing walk.
8. New iPod playlists with new music
9. Simple and quick garlicky supper and a glass of what turns out to be really good cheap red Spanish wine. Good red wine: Liquid summer.
10. Postponing chores and making it an early to bed night.
11. No wind blowing, and a good read

On the balance, maybe the day was pretty good after all.

Have a wonder-full evening.