Currently…

This past week felt like it went by much faster than previous weeks, but at the same time it was so busy that it felt insanely long. Today is the first day that I have down time because even though I worked only a half day yesterday, I had so much to do that I couldn’t get anything done.

We went on a field trip this morning to Knaus Berry Farm, which I have not been to in almost 15 years (if not more). My cousin, who lives with us now since moving down from Boston after 30+ years, has never been. I’m actually not a “cinnamon bun” fanatic, but they’re just too good and their shakes are TO.DIE.FOR. Knaus Berry Farm is run by the Amish community so it’s about a half an hour drive down south, but it’s worth it.

Of course, being Amish, they only take cash so we had to stop at a gas station to get some money out in order to buy everything. I think in total, for 18 cinnamon buns, 10 pecan buns, two bags of bread rolls (herb and cheese), strawberry jam, and five milkshakes we spent around $80. Perfect for a Saturday morning field trip, and we’re all stuffed beyond measure.

With COVID, doing things that are outdoors and in open areas is really important especially because my aunt is technically considered “immuno suppressed” with her one kidney (she gave to my uncle 23 years ago), and the old lady we have to be cautious. Not to mention I’m asthmatic (insert eye roll here). This was the most perfect outdoor field trip and occupied about three hours total.

Now, I’m back home, completely stuffed with food that is not diet friendly, but very content listening to Pentatonix Christmas album(s). I love listening to them during the holiday’s, probably the only Christmas music I like to listen to is theirs. It’s just so amazing. I just realized they release a new album each year for Christmas. Obsessed.

This afternoon I’m going to do my last few Christmas errands and then tomorrow I’ll probably hang out at home and wrap. Next weekend is Enzo’s birthday so I’m already starting to feel my mood slip. I’m going to take it really easy the next few days and just try to think happy thoughts. I’ve been doing really well this holiday season, compared to the previous years which is actually slightly surprising considering the fact that we’re still pretty much stuck at home.

I think it’s been helping that I’m doing things like I would do when I lived in Orlando, away from my family, so it’s starting to feel like my old routine. Does this show how much I miss Orlando and living on my own? Ha.