That was a fast passing 33 days. I'm back California. It feels very good. Today was a balmy 50 degrees with rain. Nice.
It is all relative of course. While I was in SD the temp ran a pretty constant range between 0 and 20 degrees. I have all the right clothes, so I was never too cold - but I was constantly cold and when ever you went anywhere you had to take the weather into consideration. So, I compensated and I did all right.
The drive back was two full days but, other then running out of gas in Nebraska because my gas gauge was inaccurate, an uneventful trip. I'm tired now and spent most of today resting and relaxing. I am having an inner debate concerning whether or not I should take another day off. I probably won't.
My mothers surgery went fine and she is well into her recovery. Since that was the purpose of the trip, it's a good deal.
Tonight, my plan is simple. Rest. Relax. Take a hot bath. Sleep. Plenty of sleep.
