The easter bunny did not come this year. I did not have an easter egg hunt, get a chocolate belly, or go to church in a frilly dress. Because, after all, I am not 8 anymore.
Still, there's something about grown up Easter that feels unsatisfying. What's an ex-christian to do? Next year, I think I'll plan a brunch and serve colored eggs in egg cups. Or something. Rabbit hash browns? Then head over and finally see the Hunky Jesus pageant in the Castro. Who knew the son of God could have such beautifully developed pectoral muscles?
All is well here in San Francisco, and that's saying a lot. The unemployment bug is going around, with some new strains like underemployment. One firm I know of is cutting salaries by 20% while still asking employees to put in 50 hour weeks. Another is furloughing FTEs one week a quarter. A friend just had her Blackberry repossessed. Be glad you have a job! That's the message going around. And we are glad, and more than a little bit terrified of what the future might hold.
My company shut down this week, and it's been a great opportunity to get things done around the house -- finally lubricate that car door lock -- and take long strolls in Chrissy Field and other beautiful places. It's also been a good week for health maintenance -- all those things you put off when you're busy and can't be bothered. Now, what do I really like to do with my spare time? I'm afraid I need another week to sort that out. But just one more. Not dozens, thank you.
Attended a lecture on climbing Half-Dome. It's quite a proposition! 6 quarts of water, 16 miles, with a one-mile elevation gain to the top. Did I mention the vertigo-inducing drops down each side of the dome? My housemate is ready to take it on. I am more pragmatic about what 40-year-old knees can do. (Yes, I'm turning 40 this year. Who knew I'd still feel 26?) Perhaps I'll hike up to the base of the domes, and watch others lumber up the cables. Perhaps read a book. Getting from teh library today: Beautiful Children. I'll let you know how it is.
Love to all,
Judy
1 comment:
I also missed celebrating Easter. Mom and Dad were here but we did nothing cause we were on safari! They did bring me two Lindt chocolate bunnies that they got in biz class on the plane over. Felt very weird to have something Eastery as an afterthought. Will read more of your blog soon! Debbie
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