Things and stuff

 Happy Monday, mes amis. It is a chilly one here in God’s favorite state. The big tree and sundry decorations came down yesterday. The outside decorations will come down and sent off to hibernate in the attic until they are called upon to bring joy next Christmas. The house always looks so blah when the decorations are gone.

If I miss Christmas lights too much I can always look down the street. That guy will burn his until April or they burn out, whichever comes first. 

I need to get the office back into working shape today. I have to get my new computer gear unboxed and hooked up in anticipation of Day One on the morrow. One thing I know before I even get started, I’m gonna need a new bigger desk. That creates several problems. Space is foremost. The office doubles as a guest room. Even though the bed is a small twin it takes up room. Add in a couple of file cabinets, a recliner, and small TV (36”) and stand and things are pretty full. The space is just a typical bedroom after all.

My old employer didn’t take it well when I gave my notice — almost three weeks — and sent me home at the end of the first week. Therefore, it will be almost a month between paychecks so buying a new desk is in line behind food and gas. We will be fine. Things have been far leaner over past couple of years, but spending on furniture is a low priority. I’ll get by hooking up a single monitor for the short term. I’ve worked remotely for nearly three decades with nothing more than a little laptop. I think I will be fine. 

I have a busy day planned and sitting here writing about it doesn’t get stuff done. 

Have a great day.