Two weeks to go!

And I really can't believe it.

The good news is that Birthday Weekend this year is completely different from Birthday Weekend last year.

That was a living hell.  Rick's mental state was just getting worse and worse.  A lot of screaming and this time last year, I had to tell him that his care needs outstripped my capabilities.  I also set up an appointment to talk to someone about it.  It was really sad.  So getting set to start my summer off is nothing by comparison.  Everything is almost arranged.  The only outstanding issue is if I will buy replacement slacks from the Costco in Mission Valley or the Costco in Zona Rio.  The cost differential is not that great and this is one of those situations where crossing the border is not worth the hassle.

The clerk at Costco in Palm Desert howled when I told him I was going to Mexico.  I told him, "Don't worry.  I'll be shopping in Costco down there too!"  The clerk howled.

So all that I am waiting for is an exact date, and I might have to push the issue due to what is coming up down the line.

And I cannot wait to see mi escorpion again!