It’s been a positive end to the day, in a number of ways. My finger, for instance, has continued to improve and the pain has gone. It’s still stiff but that’s just the penalty you pay for growing old.
We had a couple of customers in who I have known for years, and it was good to catch up, even though I have seen them both in the last week. Let’s be honest, I was just chatting rather than working.
On the other side of the day, I’ve still done enough of the boring stuff to ensure that I’m seeing coin sets when I close my eyes.
We sold four of them overnight, so it’s paying off.
The rest of the day, I fear, would be very boring if described in detail. We packed parcels, sold coins, bought nothing and ate doughnuts (provided by one of the customers). I don’t mind a boring day if it includes doughnuts.
Finally, as I sit and write, I note that the new editor, whilst having no automatic word count, does allow me to access all my photos. The cynic in me suggests that the previous trouble may well have been linked to the preparations for the “improvements”.
And so, as the day draws to an end, with a couple of interesting rugby results and a classic black and white episode of Dad’s Army, it’s time to reflect on the way that an unpromising start can often lead to better things.
In this case it leads to some archive photos.
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My mouth is watering. Once I wrote an essay called “Desperate for Donuts.” Yes, I know. That American spelling. But, still, I thought you might get a kick out of the title.
Sounds good. You’re entitled to American spelling as you’re an American in America. 🙂 s there a way to access this gastronomic gem of an essay?
How about if I repost it. Do want to warn you…it is longish. Quite an epic. When it comes to donuts, you just can’t skimp.
That would be excellent – I look forward to seeing it. Thank you.
Here it is! https://hinterlands.me/2015/06/05/desperate-for-donuts/
Just visited – great post!
Thanks, Quercus!
I felt hungry by the end…
Good luck with the finger. The Japanese gave us a scare. Good photos
I’m glad the finger is recovering. Your dragonfly picture was great, and the donuts could be in a food magazine.
As an archivist, I thoroughly approve of your doughnuts.
I’m divided on the matter – I like doughnuts and they were a thoughtful gift, but I’m trying to wean myself off sugar…
A day with a Dad’s Army episode is always a good one!
Yes, I’m glad I’ve started watching them again – the quality has lasted well. Some contemporary comedy has not aged well but things like Hancock and Dad’s Army seem as good as ever.