The Pony found out a few days ago that he is now #3 on the list to making regular. His one-year anniversary comes up at the end of April, and after two years he makes regular pay and benefits no matter what the route situation. But most of the CCAs in his office make regular before that two-year time limit. There are only TWO people ahead of The Pony now.
The Pony and I both have a birthday coming up. Pony is taking three days off. He's been working hard, you know, since the holiday season. In the dark with a headlamp, 12-hour days. He's got the time coming. Part of that time will be spent getting some stuff for Pony House, like window shades. And probably picking out the dishes and bread-maker that's our Christmas gift to him.
Farmer H says we can take a trip to the casino next week, as a birthday celebration for me and The Pony. I am feeling better every day, despite the medical professionals at my recent follow-up appointment constantly mentioning that I could have died! As of today, it has been 22 days since I contracted the VIRUS from The Pony. The docs said I was released on Feb 3 to go about business as regular, since I was far enough out from the infection that I'm not spreading it.
We'll see how it goes. Farmer H is driving me to Country Mart on Saturday, and going in with me. Just to see how I feel, in case I need to abandon the cart and head back to A-Cad. I was a bit dizzy at my doctor appointment on Wednesday. But every day I'm feeling stronger.
Glad to make it to another birthday!
3 comments:
a soon-to-be regular! Congratulations. And congratulations to you too, for being able to be out and about again. but take it easy for a while, have short rests in between everything you do.
Good for Farmer H being your constant companion until you are steady on your feet. I wish HeWho would not go everywhere with me, but I have a feeling he will until he finds a buddy to hang with!
River,
He's getting closer! The worst part is that his route with a hold has been assigned now, so The Pony will be doing random routes. Starting at 9:30 instead of 8:00, so getting off later. Still, the days grow longer, and the weather warmer.
You are definitely right about taking rests. My Country Mart outing on Saturday was a bit taxing. No cart/walker to push in the casino, but stools to perch upon every few feet once inside.
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Kathy,
I AM grateful for Farmer H taking me places. He says I'm feeling better because I'm cranky again. He makes a good security blanket, following me through the store.
I hope HeWho finds a group of cronies to allow you some space.
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