As I sit here in my pjs, nearly 11 AM on a weekday, with rain falling outside, I’m pretty contented. I have a cavalier puppy sleeping beside me on the couch, while Scout is asleep on the other couch, burrito-d up under a quilt. It’s always nice to hear rain hitting a tin roof.
Evan29 moved back home last night, fresh from performing at the Melbourne Fringe, where he took out 2 awards. I’m absolutely thrilled for him. One of the awards was for the show ‘best embodying the spirit of the Fringe festival’ (whatever that means), while the other one is ‘The Edinburgh Touring Award’, which is basically money to help fund performing the show in 2016 at the Edinburgh Comedy Festival.
He’ll be an asy housemate to have around. The idea is that he’ll pay me back for Clown College in France and save some money. I feel good that I’m able to offer my adult kids room and board when they need it. This house is far too big for just me (and the dogs), but it’s perfect for boomerang kids to share.
I can hardly believe that my crazy year of 10 trips is over and I’m on the other side of them all. It took so much planning and balancing, and now they’re behind me. There were so many wonderful moments, sights and experiences throughout them. I’m very glad I blogged them all, as I have a record of every day.
I’ve booked 5 trips for next year, but now that Hazel’s here, I’ll slow down on the travelling. I have Taiwan in March as my first trip away, so up until then I’ll train Hazel, potter around here and hopefully get Mum’s affairs in order. Probate was granted on Dad’s will, so now things can get moving. To be honest, I’m sick of thinking about all that needs to be done, so I’d like to put it all in the rearview mirror – a bit like the holidays of 2025!
Dad joke of the day:
Enjoyed your travels Lisa, not sure I could keep up with you. Your new baby is adorable 🥰 Enjoy you home the sound of rain on the roof is the best.