Made my dad proud and mowed half the lawn thanks to Brian purchasing a push mower. If there ever was a novel experience sure to lose its luster, it would be this.

Was dive-bombed by an agitated Red Breasted Nuthatch while taking a much needed breathing break on a hike. Cue breath lost twice.

Received Canadian beer and catsup chips from our recently returned vacationing neighbors in exchange for watering their plants. Yay to the beer, generally hesitant regarding the chips. *Update* Chips are okay in small doses.

Participated in my second fantasy football draft. This stressed out 50% of BSquared as they are now managing two teams, the other partner was whiny about the need to defend their title, and someone that shall be unnamed didn’t secure enough running backs.

Declared it unofficially officially flannel season thanks to the sudden below freezing temps. The term “unofficially” was used as it’s supposed to be back in the 80’s next week.

Received an invitation to be a judge for our local paper’s annual 20 Under 40 Awards. This tickled me no end despite the weekend homework that was porch-dropped and consisted of nominations to review.

Thoroughly enjoyed watching two hot air balloons from my office window. Grimaced as they came thisclose to colliding.

Was told that I looked like I needed a melon at the farmer’s market. I did, in fact, need a melon whereas Brian felt compelled to tell the vendor that he didn’t like them. Exactly what the melon farmer wanted to hear.

Discussed plans to begin “Tech-Free Tuesdays” in an effort to disconnect à la vacation. More books, puzzling, and walks coming at you!

Overheard at the Eilers: Brian: I unjammed your printer while I was upstairs. Me: Ooo, thanks! Brian: Do you want me to show you how I did it? Me: Yeah, no.

Me? I’m just wondering what I did to deserve my work email being bombarded with spam telling me I won free drills from home improvement stores.