It’s April 8th – it’s the big day for the total eclipse (which may be obscured by clouds), and Hoskins is seven months old.

I am glad the yard is mowed, and things tidied up around the house. My grocery delivery was scheduled to arrive between 3 PM -4 PM. I really had no idea about the timing of the eclipse and when I discovered it would be happening around 3 PM, I immediately changed my delivery to 11 AM and 12 PM.

After more play time in the yard, by the time we were heading to bed, Hoskins and Colonel Deeds were dragging. Well, Hoskins was dragging. The Colonel? He never drags. The young fellow is always up to have a good time and he wants you to have one with him. As I settled in, Hoskins and Colonel Deeds wedged in next to me on each side. I was locked in beneath the cover with two medium size dogs, somewhat sturdy, and neither interested in budging when I had to rise for a nature break. Upon my return to bed, as always, The Colonel was curled up on my pillow.

The next week is filled with memorable anniversaries in United States’ history: the end of the Civil War, the start of the Civil War, the death of Franklin Roosevelt, Lincoln’s assassination and death, the sinking of the Titanic, Thomas Jefferson’s birthday, and the beginning of the American Revolution. April certainly captures my history-loving heart!

It’s time to research and prep for putting away groceries. I also need to figure out what is happening with my stovetop. A white crusty film keeps covering the stovetop. I will clean it, then return later to find the film has returned. It’s like a naughty elf is playing games in my kitchen.

Make it a great day!