I needed a simple day that flowed along seamlessly from one moment to the next, one with no complications in which I didn't have to do anything or think anything but that which I chose. I didn't wish for it as wishes don't often come true, but I made it happen and heading into the evening, looking back on the day, I'd say I nailed it.
I started the day by shooting some drugs into my system with a needle - Yep, I mean it. I've had a hiccup with my health and now, for some time at least, have to inject myself with medication that is supposed to help with the issue. Not one to like needles at the best of times you can probably imagine that having to give myself one doesn't make me too happy at all; I cowboyed the fuck up though and didn't even cry.
From there I headed out to the four wheel drive and adventure show which is held annually. This is the first held since the pandemic started though and I was keen to see the latest and greatest equipment and vehicles released in the last eighteen months. I arrived at the showgrounds with a whole bunch of others and wandered for about four hours looking at vehicles, off-road caravans, accessories and various bits and pieces that all revolve around off-roading and camping. It was pretty cool.
I ended up buying a couple little things and I'll probably do a post about it at some stage. I didn't spend very much money though; I'd planned on spending nothing of course but...You know, camping stuff.
I had a great time meandering about and caught up with a few people I know in the industry, had an impromptu lunch with a couple friends I ran into [hot dog, chips and coke]then headed out to the next stop for the day.
Due to strong growth in my vegetable garden I had the need to stake some plants so headed to Bunnings for the bits and pieces I'd need. Whilst there I also grabbed a nice long pot and some herbs to start a small herb pot for near my kitchen. I'll do a post about it some time but you can see an image above taken today.
Bunnings is a massive hardware/tools/homewares/garden and building supplies warehouse and when I say massive I mean it. I go to Bunnings three to four times a week to look at something or grab some item or other I need for a handyman or gardening job around the house. I love it. They have a café too so coffee happens, a pie, pasty or sandwich and...Well, it's just pretty cool. Today I grabbed my stuff and headed home as I had a lot to do in the garden and was cooking later also so wanted to get stuck in.
This afternoon I staked up my tomatoes and apple cucumbers, nothing too professional mind just stakes and tie-wire which I think will do the job. I basically wanted to organise my tomatoes a little better, get some more light into them and help promote growth. I made up the herb pot also - I'll show you some time later.
I did a little tidying up out there in the garden, removed some weeds then harvested some lettuce and spinach for a salad and parsley and coriander for a recipe. Whilst poking about found these little bad boys! They're dwarf beans and had escaped my notice until now. Cool right?
With the gardening done and my Sunday travelling along nicely I wanted to keep the momentum up so it was time to head inside to cook...After I smashed out a quick shower of course.
I'd planned burrito bowls, a burrito without the tortilla served in a bowl, but there was a burrito-bowl-ingredient malfunction so I made the spiced lentil patties instead; I served them with a side salad and some chicken. The patties are basically lentils, coriander, parsley, grated carrot and onion with some breadcrumbs, an egg, curry powder and cumin. Pretty simple stuff really, but really tasty. Simply combine, form into patties, dust with flour, fry three minutes each side then pop into a pre-heated oven at 180°C for ten minutes. It all went off without a hitch and I even did the cleaning up too. I know, I'm pretty special indeed right?
Today was the sort of day I needed to have; it was a simple Sunday but really enjoyable. I felt quite relaxed all day and even the little bit of work in the garden was a pleasure not a chore. The day was a little diverse as far as activities go but right about now I'm thinking it was pretty awesome and one I'd repeat next week given the chance.
I'll be holding the couch down for a while now with the intention of watching something on television - A movie, a series or documentary, who really knows. What's for certain is that I had a pretty nice day and I hope all of y'all also have a great Sunday as well.
Feel free to drop a comment below and tell me about what you did or what's on your agenda for Sunday. I hope it's as relaxing and enjoyable as mine.
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All images are my own, all taken today
Note to self: Check the schedule for the overlander show at Mormon Lake, It hasn't been held for 2 years but should be back in spring 2022.
Sounds like a really good day to me. I mean really good. I'm changing the way I camp so (less minimalist-I'm going to buy a taller tent and a COT to keep me off the ground) I need to do some looking before I do the buying. That's a really nice theory but it never, ever works. When I see the right thing I buy it.
I didn't hook up with my friend Danny until dinner time. He had a dental appointment in Mexico and it ran a bit late plus the big exit line. The rest of the story is that he's in his motorhome solo (his word) and just bumming around the west. So we're going to spend the day together today and then see what Monday brings. I really can't explain how good it is to spend time with him. He is s l o w l y creeping back to riding. He has an electric bike that he drags around with him and is looking at light weight motorcycles that he can safely haul on a bumper hitch.
So. A good Sunday for you is a good Saturday for me. I may drag the weekend out til' Tuesday or so this week :)
Get it done! I'd love to go to one y'alls big shows. I've heard they're amazing. I went to the show in Melbourne, 4x4, caravan/motorhome, camping show, one year and was blown away. Spent way too much. 🙄
I saw some electric motorcycle's today at the show man, very cool looking, sort of retro. I didn't stop to check them out but will do some googling. (I didn't trust myself not to buy one.) 😬
Anyway, have a good Sunday. I'm off to sleep.
Oh, man. The electric motorcycle market is just hot. Range is the limiting factor, but not performance. There are quite a few that will just go like stink for 100 miles or so. It's an exciting time to be alive :)
You're a bad influence on me. 😂
Always happy to do my part.
Oh how huge a part of your life must that tiny needle be! I have family (and some of the little children I taught) who lived with the needle. I know how essential and yet unpleasant it is in your life. At least the rest of the day was a special one and then that in the garden @galenkp
It's a pretty crappy thing really but it's the reality of my situation, for a little while, so I'll dutifully do what's required. I'd rather do the needle thing than the alternative.
If your day can start with a needle and end with having been to a hardware warehouse, outdoor equipment show and some gardening I think you’re doing pretty good! Sucks about the needle though, is it for the knee?
Yeah, needles suck...I'm diabetic and it's for that. I'll live, at least until I die and then I wont really care too much I think.
The day was pretty good though, sort of really good in fact.
You started a fun activity this week, even though your health hasn't improved much.
Activities with plants are also very fun, life feels peaceful without any burden.
I hope your days are always happy, and healing comes as soon as possible 🤗🤗
Thank you for your kind words and wishes. I hope you've also had a good weekend. 😊
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It's funny hearing the word bunnings on Hive. Seems to be quite a few Aussies on this site which is nie to see!
Yeah man,there's a few Aussies around. There's actually a lot in my city and we meet up each month for a brew and a yarn. Good times.
Gardening is a good thing to do at the weekend. And I love the basil that is growing very well.
Gardening is always quite relaxing and basil, yep it's going well.
Wow, this is awesome. I love garden but sadly I am not able to have one around me except when I traveled to the village. Looking at some vegetables gives a feel of nature and increases the love for nature. I must say that you are having a good Sunday.
Gardening is great, although getting closer to nature in any way provides serious benefits, or so I believe.
I'm still in the middle of my Sunday !
So far I have been a little lazy.... or maybe a lot !
I never plan on wasting this much time, but then I do. I got up, made coffee and came back to my computer. I checked and answered emails, all family. I checked here and other sites I play on or watch or buy things from. I got caught up in looking at other people's art.
I get up now and then to do something else and then I come back. I got up earlier, stepped out on the front porch, took photos and made a post. Then back to art surfing. Then my toes were chilly, so that reminded me I needed to set up my new little heater near my work desk today. I was not ready to turn on my furnace yet and only need a few moments warm up in the mornings. I moved some canvases that are stored on the other side of the room so I could access the plug there, pulled out the small stool I planned for the heater to sit on, plugged it in, shut the door and turned it on. Seems it is going to work great ! I don't expect to have to use it much and when it comes time I need a lot of heat, I'll turn on the furnace.
Other than that, I haven't done much and I'm very content. I don't have a plan for the rest of the day either except that I plan on doing something....LOL.... not sure what.
Oh.... and about the needle thing. I have diabetes too and one of my meds is a shot that I take once a week. I never thought I'd be able to push a needed into my own skin as I can't watch even when someone else does it. Mine is not a regular needle though, but one that is in a pen. I wasn't sure I could do that to myself either, but I seem to be ok with it since I can't actually see the needle piercing my skin. I still don't know if I could give a shot to myself if I actually had to use a regular needle. Yikes... !
Sometimes it's those unstructured days that provide great value. A little bit of this and a little bit of that, no real agenda or pressure...Sort of like my Sunday I guess. I get the impression you found value and so that's all she wrote.
On the needles thing...Yeah, I'd make a very bad drug addict I think...The needles. No thank you. Still, one needs to do what one needs to do right? Best to take the needle and live than the alternative. I was more annoyed that the diabetes is progressing I guess, a by-product of getting older I suppose. It was a bit of a hit to the old confidence.
Yeah I take a daily jab. It gets to be a hassle or an annoyance really but not a huge deal. Just one more thing, you know.
Yeah I get it, it's not too much of a hassle in truth. I was more annoyed about the fact the diabetes thing has accelerated. I take good care of myself, am not over weight and eat well...Still it accelerates. Oh yeah, I know, I'm getting older. Damn it.
Well I went for a year not testing, not doing the pills or the jab. I dont advise it. It was silly but I was just pissed that I needed to do it.
Yeah, that happens too I guess. I did it for a few months back three years ago and it didn't go well. I was strict on my diet and exercise but still didn't go so well.
This Sunday was kind of lazy for me as I did nothing but my usual morning walk and light workouts. Rest of the day spent watching 2 t20 world cup matches, besides it was raining heavily here. Seems you had a productive day.
Inside watching some sport seems like a good place to be when it's raining outside! ✅
Oh, you had a great Sunday! Overland Expo East was two weeks ago here in Virginia! You missed it! Tom should be having one, but, not until June of 22...
Biggest, best thing ever! You don't want to go. You will want everything!
They were supposed to have a camping expo that they put online instead, cannot hold a candle to being there and the prices were not as good. How does that happen?
I feel like I wasted my day, spent most of it on the phone, hammering out everyone else's life, dinner for the family, getting it all together for next week... walk, walk, walk and trying to catch up with my challenge.
A seriously nothing day, but, I needed a little bit of that. I thas been way too hectic for life. Hello, Galen!
Yeah, these shows and my wallet often disagree but I dominate the wallet and the show wins out most times! 😬 I only bought a few little things though, nothing (too) major.
You need to find a gap in life I think...Maybe a camping trip with the G-dog in the wilderness. Invite a few key people and it could be just what the doctor ordered.
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