Today was one of those days where I just spent most of my time catching up on chores. It’s funny when you think about it: we spend five days of the week working, one day catching up on life, and that leaves just one day to actually rest and enjoy ourselves. But honestly, I don’t mind. I actually enjoy my job for the most part. It’s not too demanding, and I get to pace myself throughout the day. In reality, I probably only work a solid five hours out of my eight-hour day.
When I first get to work, I ease into things. I spend a little time waking up, playing around on the computer, and even squeezing in a quick workout. I’m not in a rush to dive in. By around 8 AM, I start getting into the day’s tasks. Usually, it’s something simple like picking up supplies or running a few errands, but once I’m back, that’s when I hit my stride and get to work. Before I know it, it’s lunchtime. After that, I push through a couple more hours of work, and then it’s time to clean up and head home. So really, it’s not a bad gig. I get to be my own boss in a way, and there’s always something different to tackle each day.
On the home front, I’m still waiting to hear from the HOA about whether I can build a shed or not. I really hope they approve it because I’ve got big plans. I’ve been dreaming of turning it into a tiny home where I can kick back and relax. Maybe even plant a garden, set up some solar panels, and prepare for whatever life throws next. It’s funny to think about doing all of that in the suburbs, but with how the world’s been lately, it doesn’t hurt to be ready for the next big emergency or economic downturn.
One thing I’ve finally come to terms with is that Katarina is no longer part of my life. She’s not the same person I used to know, and she’s let go of everything we once dreamed about. It’s just me now, and I’ve accepted that. I’m focusing on myself—on building something for my future. Fitness has become a big part of my life lately. I’ve been biking a lot and lifting weights whenever I can. I really want to build up my upper body strength. I think it’ll feel good to be in shape, not just for myself but because it gives me something tangible to work towards.
As for my diet, I haven’t been paying the closest attention, especially on my days off. My meals have mostly consisted of chicken and Huel, which isn’t terrible, but I know I can do better. Tracking my calories more carefully is something I need to stick to if I want to shed these last few pounds. It’s all part of the process.
So that’s been my day in a nutshell. I still need to clean out my truck and hopefully get some time to dive into Metaphor before bed. I’ve been getting to bed early these days, usually by 6 PM, and it’s been a game changer. Waking up early gives me a chance to bike, game, and knock out my tasks before the day even really starts. It feels like I have more control over my time, and that’s something I’ve really come to value.
That’s all for today—just one more step in figuring things out and moving forward.