I neglected to include this image of one of the talented artists working in Ellicott City Friday for Paint IT in my earlier post about this event. The actual exhibit Howard Country Arts Reception is June 8th from 6-8pm.

Those storms this evening knocked out my power 4-5 times, but they were short outages. The winds were blowing pretty good and I’m sure I have some branches to pick up once daylight hits again.

I’m torn about what I want to accomplish today. Some mental turmoil going on so laying in the hammock, taking a ride, getting an ice cream sounds good. On the other hand, the yard needs cutting, a gutter is clogged, I need to change the oil on the mower, I’m sure the storms have the decks littered with debris and that is off the top of my head before looking at the to-do list.

And then there is my desire to photograph, paint and finish a carving for my granddaughter. I got a good start on cleaning my office last week but there is more to do that would help production. I’d like to read some today.

I guess it’s nice to have options. I’ll end up doing a mix of chores, fun and hobbies as usual, but it would be nice to have a day to just focus on the hobbies all day.

Random Thoughts of the Day

• I’m beginning to feel the nocturnal life is more suitable for me.
• The stillness after a storm is eerie. Especially at night.
• It is my belief that you appreciate the good times much more because you’ve experienced other extremes.
• I find it sad that some people going into retirement feel like they don’t have anything left to accomplish. I guess I’m not wired that way.
• I used to stretch before playing sports. Now I have to stretch every morning because life is now a sport.