Always right on time.

A little lighter since that last phone call.

I don’t call to ask about the pastries. No need; we’ll do it next time.

One-quarter cup of coffee with her vanilla coffee mate because I haven’t yet eaten anything.

My list keeps getting longer and longer. I am slightly irritated at the whole thing.

Two rough games, but the challenge is good. They need to get used to the physicality of the sport. I remind myself I need to be quiet because these are the same refs I will have this season, too.

The same question three times. It’s hard to hide when you are feeling so worn down.

I am not the only one.

I just wish it felt like they were as concerned as I am.

He confirms what I knew would happen. Onward.