I needed the extra time and space.

Stack logs. Search for lighter. Start a fire.

How, after a rain, everything glimmers. Everything is sharper, clearer, more defined.

Almost there.

I start to think about worst-case scenario and then walk myself back to reality.

Two weeks down. 4 more to go.

More tri-tip. No one is complaining.

Do you root for the local team or for the upset?

They are asking questions that surprise me and delight me. I try to hide my excitement.

Decisions to be made.