Saturday, August 4, 2007

Out for a Walk

My arm in a sling and flip flops on I was ready to go out in the world. Simple errands were needed. Go to the library and print off the Internet bill and a song for Emily. And then make 4 copies of each song. Well, one of the sheet protectors had two songs! Tried to call Em to find out which one was needed. She called back and the crisis was averted. Pay and then the plan was to go to the store to get something for lunch. Today the fountains were spraying water skyward from the canal and on the sidewalk I saw a man with his hand bandaged and there was a moment of recognition and understanding without a word being spoken. At the store we got some breaded cutlets things, rolls and some eggs for breakfast. Not a lot of shopping. I also wanted Diet Coke but there wasn't any. We didn't go down the gauntlet of vendors that sell produce on the street but headed directly to the bank to pay the bill. There wasn't a line - a surprise. And coming out of the bank Alan remembered I wanted Diet Coke and he stopped at a kiosk to get me a one litre bottle. We are home again and he is preparing me lunch. Ah! Such is the life I live.
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