Yikes! Our 401k statement arrived today. I was not surprised – just depressed. I also know that stocks have rallied this past week, so this is really old news, but doesn’t often sink-in until you see it on paper. In my mind, it’s the equivalent of losing a two-week long luxury cruise. I also got a payment due notice on our now 15-year old mortgage that went underwater. I’ll be dealing with this investment mistake until I’m 80, a monthly reminder of our years in Illinois. We’ll at least be seeing old friends from Decatur next week in Phoenix, so there was some upside to our time there. In fact, a majority of our long-term friendships originated there. 

It was raining cats this morning as I took the dogs outside. We have Falco visiting today so it was extra hassle getting the two dogs dressed for the weather and drying them off afterwards. Yikes! I did get my normal three-mile run in once I got them settled, so my hip was feeling better. I had to cut-back a bit yesterday with the soreness, and will make a return visit to the chiropractor later today for further adjustments. Also, sleeping on my side was considerably more comfortable but shorter than normal because of theater tickets. We went to see Frozen at the Keller Auditorium and didn’t get se  ttled until after 11pm. Falco also had a puppy accident that kept me up even later. I considered it  practice for “Springing Forward” this weekend and the associated disruption of my sleep clock. Yikes!

I’ve had my share of hassles this week including the hip pain, continued congestion, reward point issues, streetcar delays, dog care expenses, and travel modifications. Yikes! I’m ready to get out of this rain and soak-in some Spring Training sunshine. We’ll be in Phoenix a week from today at the Cubs vs. White Sox game. While we’re there, the BIG Tournament will be happening and the NCAA Selection Show will determine the fate of IU basketball. Tomorrow’s regular season finale against Wisconsin will also have me on the edge of my seat. Yikes! In addition, this time away from the apartment will be a “dog”cation, temporary freedom from the responsibilities of early morning and late night outings. I’ll also miss my cooking night, as we then make the drive from Phoenix to Tucson to further escape from the everyday Yikes!