Didn’t have to work today so I did chores and packed for my time away. Mom and I took the ornaments and lights off the Christmas trees and I hauled them out to the curb. I also spent some time creating mini-collages from the paintings I had made over the last couple of weeks. It is very absorbing work! I finished reading Birnam Wood, which had a very surprising ending that I appreciated. Saw some cool mushrooms on my afternoon walk.


April 2023 gratitude
- Hiking – being able to go with Emmy and with friends, having a strong body and beautiful places to explore nearby
- Ansel Adams exhibit at the de Young – Wow!
- Lots of beach time and dog minding (Javi, Bentley and Otis)
- Camping at Bodega Bay – taking time away from reading and technology
- Doing a big clean up of the yard and sheds with my sisters
- House and pet sitting for Kieran and Kourtney while they went on vacation
- Participating in a climate action group – learning more ways to conserve resources and meeting very dedicated conservationists









