Early to Rise

I normally stay up a bit later on the weekend but,  Jodi and I were exhausted after a draining week.  We were in bed at 9:30 which may seem lame for a Friday night but,  I have no shame in getting the rest I need.  I awoke at 5:00 this morning which is not that abnormal for me.  I was having the most bizarre dream but,  I could not tell you what it was about.  I rarely have dreams anymore so it was an interesting experience last night.

I worried too much this week about things that were out of my control.  It really serves no purpose and I need to stop doing it to myself on a regular basis.  My friend seems to be in a better frame of mind but,  I have not heard from him so it is hard to say.  Work ended up going really well at the end of the week.  We were grass cutting machines and were able to finish our route on a shortened week.  I love cutting with Smitty.  We have such a good routine down and know exactly what the other guy is going to do next.  It makes life a lot easier for me and I will certainly miss him next year.

Some sad news from Jodi's side of the family.  Her second cousin passed a way.  He was killed in a work accident.  He worked for an oil company and a piece of machinery fell on him and unfortunately he did not survive.  He had just turned nineteen years old.  The last few months has proven to me that sometimes,  life does not make sense.  My condolences to his family and friends.

I was on our front porch this morning and looked out in to the night sky.  There was one star shining brighter than the rest and I knew that Amaya was watching over us.  I think about her every day and wish I could hold her in my arms.  I hope she knows that even though she may not be here on earth with us,  she is still a huge part of our lives.

When the sun decides to make an appearance this morning,  I am going to take Ollie for a good play at the arena.  I think I will cut the grass and do some fall clean up at our house and my parents place. I may go to Acton to pick up some fall fertilizer from my boss.  Our two lawns have really done well over the last few years and I want to continue that trend.  I am not feeling well so will probably rest up this afternoon and watch some college football.

Have a great weekend.  Happy Saturday.  Take care,  Shawn.

Expect the unexpected.