With the exception of a couple little things I am fully packed for PA! I have never packed so early. I am getting a bit excited about going. I mean, it IS my favorite place in the world and my brain needs the break. One lady—one I really like—at work gave me a real hug when she saw me this morning. She listened sympathetically—years ago someone made a mistake and her whole paycheck was withheld for weeks. Anyway, we both agreed I need to be in the Poconos.

So it is a silent day at work—no emails and no calls from Texas. DRAT! BLAST! I don’t handle it well after a while. Marshall Texas is NOT my first choice by any means, but it is better than this pit. I just wish I knew how this could work out—where will I be in three months? And will this season be over?