Day Three

Action Item: Water plants and foundation.

Today was a day of mixed emotions. Willis put me on the spot during breakfast and had me handle Maple for a few minutes. I found myself first worried about her tasting the salt on my arm since I hadn't showered since my trip to the salt water pool on Sunday, then I caught myself pointing out gelato choices to a noisy 14mo child. Point of interest; I have showered at least once every day. However, I am shocked at how little laundry I've done since Em's been gone. I didn't think she went through that many clothes, then I figured out what is going on.

I don't go through many clothes.

It seems as though when I get dressed, I'm inclined to put clothing back on that has been previously worn. It cuts down on laundry time, the energy bill, and it is good for the planet. My wife's tactic of stealing these perfectly good garments, like the the underwear I've worn for two days and consider putting back on after copious amounts of Dr. Bonner's have been applied during a relaxing shower, then putting them in the laundry, is over.

Other things that seem very different this week other than the size of the laundry hamper include a near absence of booze. I am shocked at how much less "fun" I'm having while by myself and how much more I'm able to get done as a mechanic on my bike or car without my recovery shakes. I'm sure there will be something to celebrate soon, unlike every day that Emily is around!