DriftSmoke of Flourish

I did not get up early enough today, so I had to buzz off to see Madame without a shower. She really didn't want to let me go today. I made gestures in the direction of leaving, and each time she refreshed the conversation with determination. I had some side errands I wanted to do on the way home, but I didn't have time. I continue to feel very sad that I'm her only reliable source of amusement. She desperately needs companionship and support, and I wish I could find some group of people that she would enjoy being a part of. So far, no luck. Community is in short supply, it seems.

After that, I tried to get some writing done but was impeded by my continuing stuckness over having to add more material and not being sure where it's best to wedge it in. Blah. The Sparrowhawk went to the gym early, so he could stop at a retirement party for one of his former colleagues. People were gratifyingly pleased to see him, and told him he looked good, so he was happy. While he was gone, I took a walk, had a long-delayed shower, and thawed and cooked some hamburgers so there would be something to eat when he came home. The kids will arrive tomorrow night for the birthday celebration. Needless to say, I'm not ready. However, we did get the sheets and towels washed since last time, so that's a step in the right direction.