Frappe alarm

Frappe woke me up at 3:30 am. He was snoring. A high pitched melodious snore. It sounded like he was singing. I wish I had him when I worked. It sure beats the alarm clock buzzing!

The local college, Binghamton University, was in the college basketball tournament. They played Duke last night. BU lost. I'm not a sports fan, but the fever that was in the air around here was incredible. It was nice how this community got behind the team.

Spring is in the air. Today is the 1st day. WOOHOO! I made it through another winter. I have flowers popping up. I think they are tulips and my bleeding heart plant.

I feel good. Despite the Frappe alarm. The voices have subsided for the time being.

Margaret and I made a lemon meringue pie from scratch. I did all the mixing, Margaret read the recipe instructions. OMG! It turned out so yummy! Margaret and I travel like that. I drive and she directs me, because everyone knows men can't follow directions and refuse to turn around when lost....LOL!

Anyway back to feeling good. I came out of my speech feeling great. I do think I saved a starfish.

Going back to the state hospital is nice. I get to reminisce. I spent many years working there. Good times. The hospital in on a hill that overlooks the city of Binghamton. ( I refer to it as the "Hill".) When I got to my car I looked out over the valley. It's was beautiful, the sun was up, not a cloud in the sky. I stood there and soaked it up. I perfect end to an amazing day. When I was a patient there, I saw some of the most breathtaking sunsets.

The song Jack and Diane is playing in my head. The verse "changes come around real soon that makes us women and men" is repeating. The state certainly changed me.

I think today Margaret and I will attempt to bake some cinnamon rolls. She is determined to make me a baker. I've had this urge to try new recipes. We've made quite a few. Cooking is such a stress buster for me. (baking is slowly getting there)

I can't create an original recipe. I do add a personal touch. Margaret is really good at suggesting different techniques.

Everyday is a gift. Every life is precious. I feel soooo good.

The song birds in the morning are delightful. When it gets light out I'm gonna go and stand on my front steps and soak it all in.

I love spring. I cannot say that enough. It's a time of renewal. A time for happiness. I feel all warm and cozy and refreshed.

I've been writing this journal for about an hour this morning. I get side tracked really easily. The problem is I never know how to end it.

Live for the moment, love unconditionally, laugh heartily, learn always, listen with your heart,

Dave