I took Mom home. was it the right decision? she was ready to go. I was ready for her to go. felt a bit guilty on way home. will check on her tomorrow.

gave Russell deposit on roof. in fact, accomplished all but one thing on my todays to-do list: picking up the solar lights that blew out of tree behind Bigfoot. guess that goes on tomorrows list, now. Tractor hauled off to shop. I was pondering my jumpiness and fear of loud noises and Kevin said, 'you know why that is, right?' I didn't. but what he said next made sense. we've had some insightful moments this last week or so.