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Chilly walk, and packages!

It’s quite chilly out with blustery winds, but no snow today. I bundle up and get out for a walk in the afternoon despite the weather. I Pig and Heifer deli and order a “Mile High Club” sandwich. While it’s being prepare, the owner (?) strikes up a conversation. Apparently they are Portuguese, and he picks up on my non-native accent. We chat about American politics. It’s a friendly...

CMA lessons, sock shopping, job interview, soup + soda bread made with yogurt

I didn’t sleep very well last night and have felt off all day. My CPAP’s humidifier has been out of water, so I filled that up today with more de-ionized water (after boiling it to kill any bacteria)… hopefully that helps. I complete a couple of CMA lessons in the morning / early afternoon. It’s nicer out today with some sun and only the occasional flurry of snow. However...

Shorter CMA lesson, decent walk out in the snow/sleet, another job application

It’s been snowing/sleeting throughout the day. The next lesson in my CMA study program is shorter than yesterday’s, and I finish the material by early afternoon. My walking buddy CJ isn’t available today, but I’m determined to get out of the apartment anyway. I download a few podcasts to listen to while I walk, don my headphones and bundle up in my heavier coat and knit hat. Along the way, I...