Been A Minute Or Two (Point Oh?)

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Strange…

I have this sense of deja vu. πŸ˜„

Feels like we’ve done this before…

Where to start, where to start…

Well, I guess we can start with how the hell y’all doin’? πŸ˜„

I hope everyone has been well while I’ve been coasting along under the radar.

I have been checking in from time to time, trying to keep up with everyone’s latest as much as I can. Just have not had much to say. I guess I’m in my “creator to consumer” phase or something. πŸ€·β€β™‚οΈ

Yep…Still got nothin’.

I will start by saying thank you again to all who reached out and expressed concern. It is deeply moving and most appreciated. πŸ™

I got knocked on my ass a bit a few weeks ago with a virus or some such which was part of the reason I was absent. Took me out of work for damn near a week.

I’ve also been mulling over my future a bit and finally came to a conclusion yesterday. Some wheels are in motion, because quite frankly, what’s going on now just ain’t cuttin’ it for me.

Creatively, I have done absolute zero. I think I fell out of love with the whole endeavor for a spell. I’ve also had things that, if I am being totally honest, I have placed a higher priority on.

Sometimes ya just gotta take care of business.

That’s not to say things are bad. Overall, things are going ok, but I felt the need to step away and focus on other things that I’ve gotten away from slightly.

Put it this way – If I only have time to write/create or workout, I have to go with the workout. If for nothing else, my sanity. Unfortunately, in life, we sometimes have to choose one thing over another. Working 12 – 14 hours doesn’t leave a lot of time for that whole “living” thing.

A soft, chunky Emperor? Perish the thought! I’m not a Tollhouse cookie, after all.

Now, I could probably rant, rave, piss and moan all day about not enough hours in the day, etc., etc., but I’m trying not to spend too much time in bitch mode if I can help it. It just kills my whole vibe.

So, on that note, I will wrap up this post with some very good news.

Last weekend, I had the pleasure of meeting up and spending time with one fantastic lady.

Yes, ladies and gents, I received a visit from our very own, most lovely, Miss Laura. 😊

Finally. πŸ˜‰

We had a fantastic time, and it was my absolute pleasure to take her out and about to some of my favorite locales and share in the New England scenery.

One of my favorites was showing her the local park where I spent a huge amount of time in my younger years. It is particularly special to me because within that park is a tree planted in my late grandfather’s honor. To be able to share that with her meant a great, great deal to me.

And, since she pretty much trusts my judgement, we also went out to a few local places for some killer food. Italian and Bavarian, for the record. πŸ˜„

I could go on and on about what a magnificent time we had, but suffice to say that it was a very special weekend for me, and I am eternally grateful that she chose to spend her most valuable time with me.

Thank you, Laura, and love always. πŸ’“

After you, m’lady.

So, in closing, I will just say thank you again to everyone for your care and concern. I cannot promise I will be around a ton in the short term, but I will do my best. I have some irons in the fire that demand my most immediate attention. As I said, certain aspects of my life need to change ASAP and that is currently my number one priority.

Before I go, I will answer one burning question:

What about NTT?

Well, what about it, indeed.

Coming Soon.

Coming soon to a WordPress near you…

The return of No Theme Thursday. 😎

I intend to do my best to have one posted next week for those who wish to continue participating.

One minor caveat: I may not be able to do round up posts for a spell, but I will try.

Unfortunately, time is at a premium for me, so I have to kind of cobble things together on the fly and cannot commit my full resources to any one project. Hopefully, you all understand and can allow me a bit of latitude. It will be greatly appreciated. πŸ™

So, anyhow, I’m gonna shut the hell up for now and go back into my hidey-hole. πŸ˜„

Have a great one, folks. Thank you again for everything, and know that you are missed.

Β©2025, KHR


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107 responses to “Been A Minute Or Two (Point Oh?)”

  1. Hey Kevin!! Glad to read you here back again! And no worries for the absence. I was for a while too. Also recovering from a (Scottish) virus, taken in my last visit to North Great Britain on last weekend. But happy to read you shortly soon. I will be back to writing behaviours soon as well. All the best, my friend!! And congrats also for Laura visit!!!🫢🏼☺️

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    1. Thank you, Javi. Great to see you as well! I hope you recover soon!
      All the best to you too! Looking forward to seeing you around. 😎
      Thank you πŸ™

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  2. Thank you so much for showing me parts of your home ❀️ I loved every moment of it and being with you 😘 it was truly special indeed and you made me feel incredible πŸ₯° πŸ™
    I can’t wait until next time! πŸ˜‰
    Love you always! ❀️ 😘

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    1. Thank you, m’lady. πŸ’“
      I am most grateful and happy that you enjoyed our time as much as I did. It was truly, truly special. 😊
      I look forward to the next time as well. Can’t come soon enough. Love you too! πŸ’“πŸ’“

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  3. I was also wondering why Laura hadn’t post lately, and thank God you are having the best time, and totally okay. Stay healthy and safe both of you. Enjoy your time together.

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    1. Thank you, Hazel! Yes, we’ve both been quite busy with a variety of things, Lots going on. 😊
      I hope you have a great day, and very nice to see you πŸ™

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      1. Thank you so much, Kevin. And it’s my pleasure to connect.

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  4. Welcome back, Kevin! 😎

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    1. Thank you, John! I hope you have been well! 😎

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      1. You’re welcome, Kevin! I’ve been doing well β€” hope all is well on your end too! 😎

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      2. It’s had it’s moments, lol, but over all I am doing okay, yes. Thank you, John! 😎

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  5. Glad to know you both had a good time.
    πŸ‘πŸ‘πŸ‘

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    1. Thank you, Professor. I hope you have been well, my friend!

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      1. Hey buddy, I’m good – thanks.

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      2. Good to hear, my friend! Got any pizza? πŸ˜œπŸ•

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      3. Only if you’re cool with imaginary pepperoniβ€”it’s currently stuck in a dramatic love triangle with garlic bread and soda. Meanwhile, the crust ran off with the cheese like it’s a rom-com. Rescue mission in progress. πŸ•πŸ’”πŸ₯–πŸ₯€

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      4. Is that a garlic and herb crust perchance? πŸ€”

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      5. Only the finestβ€”aged in olive oil chaos and sprinkled with betrayal flakes! πŸ§„πŸ•πŸŽ­

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      6. An oil slick, you say? This sounds like a Bond film!

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      7. Indeed!
        Starring me as Agent 00-Mess, slipping through chaos with a breadstick in one hand and half-written resolutions in the other. πŸŽ¬πŸ•΅οΈβ€β™‚οΈπŸ

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      8. I hope you have sauce to dip that breadstick in!

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      9. Only if the sauce is classified, Agent 00-Mess doesn’t dip without diplomatic immunity and a side of parmesan intel! πŸπŸ•ΆοΈπŸ”

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      10. Don’t double sip unless you have your own bowl, friend. Just a tip. πŸ˜‰

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      11. Agreed. Last time I double-sipped, the UN issued a condiment sanction. Dijon’t ask. πŸ•ΆοΈπŸ«™πŸš«πŸ˜‚πŸ€£πŸ™ƒ

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      12. I’ll respect your privacy as long as you respect the need for buffalo dip!

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      13. Deal. But if buffalo dip starts a turf war with hummus again, I’m out. I still have PTSDβ€”Pita-Traumatic Snack Disorder. πŸ«“πŸ˜΅β€πŸ’«πŸ« 

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      14. You should seek out kitchen therapy for that, my friend!

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      15. Already did. The spatula won’t talk to me anymore. πŸ₯„πŸ’”

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      16. Oh, the silent treatment! What will your pancakes do??

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      17. Bursting into tears!πŸ˜‚πŸ€£

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      18. Tears of syrup?

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      19. Exactly. Sweet, sticky griefπŸ€£πŸ˜‚

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      20. At least the pain has taste? πŸ€·β€β™‚οΈ

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      21. Haha! Emotional damage… served with butter as side dish! πŸ₯žπŸ’”πŸ§ˆπŸ˜†

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      22. Hmmm…herb butter? πŸ€”

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      23. Kevin, always turning heartbreak into a gourmet mystery! πŸ§ˆπŸ€¨πŸ˜‚ Bon appΓ©tit!

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  6. Great to see you Kevin. I’m so glad you two got together at last!

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    1. Thank you, Sharon! Very nice to see you. 😊
      Yes, we had a great time indeed! 😎😎

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  7. Long time no see! Glad you are doing well and glad to know you actually met Laura that is so cool! Its not everyday you meet your pen pals you know! And be sure to get out of your hidey hole my guy I do miss the Gorilla from time to time!

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    1. Thank you very much, my friend. Glad to see you and I wish you well!
      Yes, we had a fantastic time indeed! 😊
      I’ll try to be around as much as time allows. A few things I need to square away before I lose what’s left of my mind. πŸ˜„πŸ˜„

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      1. πŸ‘πŸ˜„

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  8. Not all who wander are lost Avatar
    Not all who wander are lost

    So glad you checked back in πŸ™‚ I know resetting and reevaluating is an important intense and arduous endeavor sometimes πŸ™‚ and being currently obsessed with my yoga and running, I get the head clearing of exercising.
    It’s so cool that you got to visit with Laura. Sounds like a wonderful experience and that you had some pretty snazzy places to show her. And good luck with everything ,
    I know you’re in all of our thoughts and prayers

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    1. Hi, Sarah. Thank you, and it’s nice to see you. 😊
      Yes, some things need to change for me, and soon, so that is where I am currently putting the bulk of my energies. It doesn’t leave a lot in the tank for much else, unfortunately lol
      Yes, we had a magnificent time, and I was very happy to be able to share it with her. 😊😊
      I appreciate the kind thoughts, and I hope I can be around a bit more than I’ve been able to recently.

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  9. Spark of Inspiration Avatar
    Spark of Inspiration

    Wonderful that you and Laura met up. Many of us are going through β€œSTUFF,” and not feeling so creative. Take time for yourself to regenerate. I haven’t been logging on much, I just don’t have the energy to read everything and comment, my brain has needed a break. The blog will still be here. ENJOY the weekend!

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    1. Yes, it was wonderful indeed. Thank you 😊
      That’s really the thing – there’s only so much energy once can devote to so many things. I just do what I can, when I can, and that’s it.
      Unfortunately, I am working all weekend, so enjoyment is off the table πŸ˜„
      I hope you can enjoy yours! 😊😊

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  10. So nice to see your gorilla presence. How wonderful you and Laura shared some time together! Take care of yourself. You’re among friends, some of whom are also writing less frequently!

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    1. Thank you, Susan. Yes, I notice it’s a bit quieter these days. That’s fine though. We all do what we can/want when we can.

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  11. Good to hear from you, Kevin, and to know you’re ok.
    Life happens. We get it. All we can do is the best we can do at any given moment.
    Be well. See you ’round the campus, my friend. 😎

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    1. Thanks, Nancy. Nice to see you as well.
      I can’t help it. If the fire isn’t there, I just can’t and won’t force it. Too many times in the past I have done that and come to loathe things in the long run.

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      1. That’s the right attitude. Forced fun is the worst; you need to follow your gut.

        All the best to you! ☺️

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      2. Yeah, you know it, Nancy.
        I am of the mind that if I am half-assing it I, and ultimately, the readers, will know too.
        I’d rather post nothing than some half-baked piece of garbage!
        All the best to you too! 😎

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  12. hey, just taking care of business and that’s a great thing. glad you and Laura are relaxing, staying healthy and enjoying the spring! Mike

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    1. Thanks, Mike. We’re trying our best for whatever that’s worth! πŸ˜„πŸ˜„

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  13. Take your time. This is what happens when you let life take over!

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    1. Thanks, Jacqui. 😊
      Yes, life has the wheel right now. I’m just along for the ride πŸ˜„

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  14. Nice to hear from you and many blessings to you and best of luck in all you do. I hope you have a great weekend,

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    1. Thank you, Sandra. Nice to see you!
      My weekend was all work, so not exactly a pleasure cruise, but such is life lol

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  15. Good to see you back no matter how briefly it may or may not be. We’re all glad that you’re okay. Have a great Friday and an even better weekend.

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    1. Thanks, Phoebe. Nice to see you as well.
      I’m fine, yes. Just rolling along doing whatever as is comes lol

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  16. You can’t make this stuff up! Life imitating art!

    A lot to digest there, brother, and thanks for filling in the blank places. I’d heard you were on hiatus and totally get the work/creativity thing esp with your crazy hours. I had a dry spell
    a few weeks ago where just the thought of checking the daily prompt was blecch.

    Tantalizing account of you and our fav FL nurse finally getting together… it’s been this waltz for months and it’s so cool. β€œDetails, Jerry… details!” (George Castanza). JK of course.

    Sounds like you’re firing on all cylinders again.. so glad things are well again in Mayorville πŸ˜ŽπŸ™ Looking forward to some cool NTT pix when you’re ready 🎁

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    1. Thanks, brother.
      If I am being brutally honest, I am totally NOT firing on all cylinders. Not even close πŸ˜„
      I am still in a total state of flux and not really digging it one iota lol

      I’m not going to get into details about all of it right now, because there’s just too many irons in the fire currently, and I also don’t want to get overly bitchy πŸ˜„

      I’m surviving, but I am not altogether pleased with life in general atm. But, ultimately, I’m fine. Just want some shit sorted out basically.

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      1. I’m sorry, brother 😒 Sounds like instead of driving a well-tuned Charger, you’re standing on the backs of two horses that got away from the stagecoach.

        I hope life cuts you a break here and some things begin to get sorted out. Everybody feels it when the Mayor ain’t digging life. Take care my friend πŸ™

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      2. Thank you, my friend. Just a lot going on these days and feeling a bit of the overwhelm is all. A lot of mixed emotions about a lot of things.

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  17. Welcome back, I often feel that I don’t have enough productive hours, I am good of a morning a get stuff done but often have a few hours during the middle of the day when I am not able to do much, no motivation, or no energy then around 5pm I find myself able to do stuff again for an hour or two

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    1. Thanks, Joanne.
      It’s definitely a balancing act, and sometimes things tip too far one way or another. I’m just trying my best to get through it all. That’s all we can do, eh?

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  18. I’m pleased to see your post, my friend.
    We understand it. It happens to the best of us.
    Take your time, no worries.
    That’s great to hear you met her. It must have been a great day.

    Wishing you a wonderful weekend ahead, my friend.
    Take care and be well.

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    1. Thank you, my friend and my best to you as well.
      Yes, we had a great time thank you πŸ™

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      1. You’re most welcome,my friend.

        I’m glad to hear that.

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  19. Yay NTT is coming back. I am very happy to see you and Laura back to blogging. 12-14 hours of work is way too much and I am sorry about the virus. No wonder you needed a break. It is wonderful and romantic that you and Laura got to meet and have a good time together.

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    1. Thank you very much, Thomas. Yes, it was a fantastic time and momentous occasion. I am ever grateful.
      Unfortunately, I kind of forgot it was Thursday, so I will be posting late! πŸ˜„

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    2. Scratch that. I thought today was thursday for some reason πŸ˜„πŸ˜„

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  20. Glad to see that yall had such a great time!! You do what you gotta do, at the end of the day only you can do it.

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    1. Thanks, Rojie! And you are 100% spot on there. It all comes down to ourselves. Hope you are having a great one! 🀘

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  21. Nice πŸ™‚

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    1. Thank you, friend. I hope you are well πŸ™

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      1. I hope u are well to Kevin ☺️!!

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      2. Thank you, my friend πŸ™

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  22. We’re in the same boat currently. My life is about to be hopefully super-busy from now on, and time spent on the blog and WordPress.com in general is at the bottom of my priority list of things to do. Glad to hear an update, though and I look forward to the next NTT. My goal during this busy future of mine is to at least try and answer the blogging challenges I’ve set up myself to participate in and NTT is absolutely included!

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    1. Hope things go the way you are planning, my friend! Yes, blogging unfortunately is at the bottom of the totem pole these days. Just way too much other stuff that needs attention.
      Happens to us all at one point or another, I guess. Have a great one!

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  23. I’m so so glad to see you, Kevin! It sounds like a lot has been happening, but real life always comes first. I’m so glad you and Laura met, too! Seems like you are meant for each other. 🩷🌸 I hope you have a happy weekend!

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    1. Oh! And I am looking forward to NTT as well!

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    2. Thank you, Kymber. Yes, I am very grateful too 😊
      And yes, there is a lot going on lately and more just got added to the plate yesterday just to keep it fun πŸ™„πŸ˜„
      Worked all weekend, but thankfully it was somewhat calm.
      Have a nice evening!

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      1. Thank you, Kevin. I hope you’re having a great day!

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  24. Stephanie Avatar
    Stephanie

    Captivating teaser image, Kevin, and so happy you two busy lovely souls managed a delightful weekend together! What else is all this hustle and bustle for? πŸ˜€

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    1. Thank you, Stephanie. 😊
      It was a lovely weekend indeed.
      As for the other stuff, I prefer to keep most of that under wraps for the moment until I see/hear more.
      I don’t want to put the cart in front of the horse as it were. I’d rather wait to speak when I have facts instead of shooting my mouth off too soon πŸ˜„

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      1. Stephanie Avatar
        Stephanie

        It’s good to keep some things under wraps for a while. πŸ™‚ It still sounds wonderful, and something to be attentive and thoughtful with. πŸ™‚

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      2. I just don’t want to put the cart too far in front of the horse until I know where my feet are landing. Right now I am just working my way through some conflicting thoughts and feelings.

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  25. Great!!
    Glad to know you and Laura had a great time! Happy Sunday, Kevin!

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    1. Thank you, Daisy!
      Sadly, I was confined to work all weekend, but such is life! lol
      Hope you are doing well!

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      1. Hopefully you get a breather soon, Kevin. I’m doing well…thanks for asking!
        Have a great day!

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      2. Here’s hoping, indeed πŸ˜„πŸ˜„
        Thank you, Daisy, and you as well! πŸ™

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  26. I’m glad you’re feeling better. I’ve had some tiring days lately with a virus and my muse is taking time off also.

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    1. Thank you, Cheryl. I hope you feel better soon!
      Yes, the creativity is not really all there and I am not one to force it. Not my style.

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  27. Great to see you back, Kevin. Yeah, life can be a pain sometimes. The cycle of work, rest, doing things for our well-being like exercising, and everything else can be exhausting. When I was in that cycle, blogging never crossed my mind. The reason I’m doing it now is because I’m retired. I finally have some free time, so I totally understand. Anyway, glad to see you back.

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    1. Thank you, Edward. Very nice to see you, my friend.
      Yes, there are just a ton of other things that need my attention, so my time is limited even trying to tend to those things. Blogging has been difficult, so I chose to just set it aside and check in to read when I could.
      We do the best we can with what we have – just like the military! πŸ˜„

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      1. Absolutely, always keeping First things First.

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  28. Copy-pasting the same comment. I am so glad you met Laura πŸ˜€

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    1. Thank you, TL! As am I 😊

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  29. Thank you Kevin, we missed you and understand that sometimes Priorities change but welcome back.

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    1. Thank you very much, my friend. Nice to be back, even in a limited capacity. I hope you have a stellar day! πŸ™

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  30. I’ve learned that we can do what we want, but not simultaneously. I’m so happy for you and Laura, and relationships take time. You have a very full life, Kevin. I pray all balances out for you.

    I hope for you to have the full circle of rewarding employment, contented homelife, solid relationships, and personal time for workouts and self-care. Hugs to you, my friend.

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    1. Thank you very much, Mary. There’s still a lot going on and I am just trying to see where it all fits in the grand scheme of things, and if I am making the right steps and in the right direction.

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  31. […] I alluded to in a recent post, I came to a conclusion recently and made some decisions about some other things in my life. […]

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  32. Willie Torres Jr. Avatar
    Willie Torres Jr.

    So good to hear from you, Kevin…. I’m beyond happy for you and Laura, what a beautiful bond you two share. Wishing you both continued love, happiness, and God’s blessings together…

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    1. Thank you very much, Willie. Great to see you as well. I hope you and yours are having a fine week! πŸ™

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  33. […] There’s also a suspicion that he may be into cats… […]

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    1. πŸ’“πŸ’“

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