Ramblings

 Today is Purim, a minor Jewish holiday based upon the Book of Esther.  I am enjoying gluten free hamantaschen— that’s a triangular cookie, usually shortbread with a fruit filling, traditionally eaten during this celebration.. 

It’s also one month until Passover, a major holiday  — prep for that holiday begins tomorrow.

I watched a couple of Mets games this weekend. It’s interesting to see the changes in personnel.  Though I’ll miss Alonso, Nimmo, Diaz and McNeil.

My next door neighbors have put up their St. Patrick’s Day garden flag.

Sure signs of spring. 

And, oh happy day, we’re actually getting springlike weather this week.  Maybe the snowpack will finally melt.

Which means outdoor walks are back.  I’m glad I have the treadmill, but I really prefer walks.

There was a lunar eclipse early this morning,   The moon was blood red.  (Not that I could see the moon, it was raining …) If you believe in signs and portents …

In other news … remember last year we booked a trip to Florida to visit friends, but had to cancel at the last minute?  We finally rebooked the trip, we’re going next month.

I haven’t seen the ginger cat in a few days. I hope he’s ok.  I’m still a bit upset that he was crying at my front door. I wonder if he used to live here.  I’m sure my neighbors are taking care of him …

Lots of bad things can happen to an outdoor cat.  That’s why Duchess and Shadow are indoor cats.  And I’m sure the birds appreciate that.