This week I am back at the mill: Monday starts with a morning of editing and fighting with the insurance company, then driving all afternoon, an overnight up north, then on the road Tuesday at dawn for an all-day high school gig. And that's just the beginning.

Yesterday was my breather, and I tried to make the most of it. I did walk, I did read, I did nap. I made a big Sunday dinner, filled with vegetables and comfort. I settled my thoughts and hung out with my sweetheart.  So this morning I feel pretty good: rested but not sluggish and more or less ready for the showdown.

Tomorrow morning will be cramped, so don't worry if you don't hear from me till Wednesday.