Labor Under the Hot Sun

Spent most of the day doing manual labor. Trimming things, and hedging things all around. As much as I am not a fan of working on landscape although I will say there is an inherent feeling of contentment when doing manual work. As I work in an office for the majority of my time I do not get to get my hands dirty often. It is a good thing to do so, even if to simply remind yourself how lucky you really are to work in a nice office and not strain your muscles. When I work for long hours outside I feel tired but spiritually refreshed in a strange way.

The day did start absolutely wonderfully with me having breakfast at my favorite greasy spoon with my daughter. We had a great time just talking and on the way out I asked her if she would take me out to breakfast when she was 30 and she said "of course". I have never been more happy to hear an "of course".