Absinthe & Cookies (a bit bitter, a bit sweet)

The Report

We left about 6am on Saturday with Cat in tow. She wasn't all that happy, but she wore herself out crying after a few hours, and mostly slept the rest of the way. About 12 hours later, we arrived in St. George. I hate traveling when I'm sick. And I was sick a good part of the week. Because of that, I didn't even get to see Rae as planned. About the only trip out of the house was for more Benadryl, another pillow, and some Vicks. On Wed., we did go to Zion and had lunch with my mum at the lodge. I really like the park much better when it's winter!! Very quiet and peaceful. Thursday we left, with my brother, for Disneyland. Roberta (thanks, Bertie!) had given Nin a three night stay at the Dland Hotel for her 30th birthday present, so we were able to justify going! I was still getting over being sick, but still managed to have a pretty good time. Thursday and Friday, it was unseasonably warm, over 80, so it was like summer almost. Saturday, the temps had gone back down to their normal. Sunday, we went back to UT, and early Monday we were back on the road for home. Sparrow was much happier on the return journey than the initial trip a week before. Every so often she would give a Meow! to remind us was there, but pretty much slept the whole way.

Random bits:

So much for dreams come true! I had a dream a few weeks ago that I met Peter Wingfield in line for Tower of Terror -- no dice. Gave Nin a laugh when I explained as we were standing in line :)

Thank you Russ for the box that was waiting for me when I got home! (The Collects of Thomas Cranmer if you're wondering) It was a lovely surprise!

I went almost news free for the week. It's kind of nice every once in a while.

Still unburying my desk and my computer. If you've emailed me about anything in particular, there's a good chance it will be awhile before I find your email.

Nin has a photo of us on the Buzz Lightyear ride. They have terminals set up and you can find your piccie and email it to yourself. Ours looks pretty strange.

Guest bloggers! I loved reading what you posted while I was gone! It's such a nice surprise to open the blog after a week away and scroll through your offerings. Once again, thank you!

Thus concludes my exciting trip report.

Posted by Ithildin at January 10, 2006 12:44 PM | PROCURE FINE OLD WORLD ABSINTHE