I’m fortunate. While some people face major losses, I’m only dealing with a few more disruptions. After all, this blog is all about hassles that we all incur. We are canceling another trip, starting with our airline reservations. Retirement makes day-to-day living very flexible, but our only option at this point is to just stay home. One of my wife’s daughters just got back from France, so this disruption from our get-together in Tahoe is probably a relief. The other daughter wants us to come to Portland but there are complicated issues in seeing one without the other. I would be in favor of Portland, with a friend to visit that probably needs more than long distance support. However, it’s a long way to go with a sore back, so I’ll travel at a more opportune time. 

I cut back on mileage this morning, a disruption from the traditional 5k route. The visit to the chiropractor yesterday did not get all the kinks out and my legs need rest. I’ll run just over a mile each of the next few days to maintain the streak that now stands at 4,636 consecutive sunrises. Matinee Monday was disrupted by Labor Day and a family picnic/pool party. As a result, will go to a movie this afternoon. Trash Day was even changed to this morning, so I’m further confused on what day it really is! I’ll make more phone calls to cancel our Heavenly Valley resort stay and the rental car. The good news is that we’ll once again save some money on dog sitting, airport parking, rentals, concert tickets, gambling, groceries, tours, and dinners for six. We have guests for dinner tonight that we tried to squeeze in before the trip and will have the time now to hook-up with some long lost co-workers from the past. 

The Tahoe cancellation is the latest in a string of travel disruptions. The casualties include Bali, Spain, St. Kitts, Egypt, Kauai, Russia, Finland, and Norway. Events like Santana, Jackson Browne, and Spring Training have been delayed in the process. Some of these will be made good in the future, while others may never happen in this lifetime. Life is a precious commodity, as I’ve learned through the loss of a dear  friend. We’re in a new resort community with an active lifestyle, grandkids near by, and a lot to look forward to in the future. Yes, there are hassles and disruptions, but life is good!