Wednesday was pretty productive.

Well, work was a lot of work. I got things going though and now I'm waiting on other people. Which I'm actually okay with for once. Got some paperwork handled and more hardware into the test lab and the test monkeys were happy to have some more work so I should have my full report from them on Friday. Which is good. Looks like if everything goes as I think it will I'll be heading to CA for the main testing after A&S. I already told them I am NOT traveling the week of A&S. I need to be home to finish stuff and well, see the hubby too before he head to the woodworking conference.

So, got done with work and it was pouring. I was in sandals but I did have my umbrella. Got to the car only partially soaked and headed to the gym. Had a good workout and got some new tips from Chuck on things I can do that aren't squats. Plus a few more hamstring stretches to do. I really liked doing the farmer walk though I felt like I was in an episode of Monty Python. Eh. All good. Then I ran/walked my mile which I did in 15:14. Which was good. I fast walked most of the way cause running was just too much work. Felt really good though when I was done, stretched some more and then headed home. Mel was cooking a big pot of chicken soup on the stove from the chickens we had at crown. Nummy but it wasn't going to be done until after I was at Altenberg. So, I had a sandwich and then crashed out for about 30mins. Got up and headed to the shop and Stefan and I were finally, after I poured the first one too slowly, successful in casting one of my projects. We are going to clean up that piece and then use that as the master for the two pieces I need for A&S. I'll have a bit of clean up but I'm not adverse to using some powertools on that. I have a foredom and I will use it, along with the grinder. Its just better for somethings. Also think I might have stefan show me how to use their buffer so I can get my coronet spiffy again. So, YAY progress. We're gonna get together Saturday morning and finish up the casting and when I get back from williamsburg I'll start on the cleanup.

So, got home about 930 and I was pooped. So tired. Immediately got in the shower and then snuggled into bed with mel. Obsidian was being a pretty princess and snuggling with mel while I was in the shower and she was very miffed when I kicked her out of her spot. Eh. So, I snuggled up for a while and then read for a bit. I was a bit wound up though I was exhausted so it took me a bit to fall asleep. But I slept good, just could have used another hour. Looks like I can't sleep in tomorrow either since my flight is at 8am. But I get first class (on a fluke) and that is sweet. Though most of my trip will be work and documentation. I'm bringing a book and knitting as standbys but the documentation must rule. Also gonna ditch the work laptop bag. I figure its gonna be easier for me to travel with my backpack and more comfy for me to carry. Just need to make sure I can fit everything in it. Which shouldn't be too much of an issue. Just need to hit a copy center tonight to get some copies of stuff I haven't had a chance to read yet for the docs.

The work gym is closing for renovations friday so when we get back from VA I'll have to find a new gym for the next 6 mos. Gonna check LA Fitness and Snapfitness since they have the best locations from the house. I really like having the gym on plantsite though. Cause I don't have to drive to it. But I'm happy we get discounts and We'll see what I can keep up doing as my the baby gets bigger.

I told folks at work today since I'm pretty sure I'll be showing a bit by the time I get back from travel and I didn't want to freak people out. Gonna hit Target to pick up a few essentials of clothing for the trips tonight just in case the stuff I had planned to wear doesn't fit the day I want to wear it. Pants are still okay so far but better safe than sorry. Plus I want to get snacks for the next 10 days too. All in all good though.

So, that is all the news that is fit to print.