Maria, so glad you made it okay.

And a good reminder to all of us in winter climes about the importance of having enough gas, a phone charger, etc. in the car when you hit the road.

Makes me grateful I only commute four miles. Push comes to shove, I can walk home from my car if I had to abandon it and the buses couldn't get through, either.

Thanks, Typo. I'm still pretty sick, but at least I'm not generating gallons of snot anymore.

Ack, Zenkitty. I hate the clothes thing.

I have to tell them every little thing,

So they're my sister and most of the designers I've worked with? I could never do what you're doing, smonster, and every kind of construction I've ever been near had days like that.

{{Maria}} Glad you got home safely.

{{Zenkitty}} I understand the stress about wardrobe. And family.

{{smonster}} The good part is today is over and you can have an adult beverage (or two) and start fresh tomorrow.

Rest? Eh, but at least I didn't have to leave the house. I woke up on my own at 11, and then there was shoveling, and a few urgent phone calls and emails that couldn't wait. I still have my indoor pants on, so I'ma count that as a win.

Sail, I know, it's kind of novel, isn't it? Facebook did really keep me sane, as well as the folks on the radio.

And a good reminder to all of us in winter climes about the importance of having enough gas, a phone charger, etc. in the car when you hit the road.

YES. Always make sure you have a full tank especially when inclement weather threatens. I'd also recommend a bottle of water and granola bars (or similar). Hunger was the biggest factor as the night wore on. Oh, and don't be a dope and leave the snow brush sitting in the foyer at home, though a golf umbrella does a good job in a pinch. Tested that myself last evening.

Ginger, I hope you continue to feel better.

Thanks, ChiKat!

Happy birthday Laga!

Smonster, ugh. What a suck day. On the flip side, angry girl realized she wanted to try to do something after the fact - even if she mistakenly expressed it in a way that tried to make it your fault. That's something like the beginning of ownership, kind of, which is better than leaning on shovels. I remember when they werent interested in doing anything. You have made a difference, even if it doesn't feel like it.

Pasta: Maria, so glad you made it home!

Sox is wise.

Thanks, y'all. It was definitely a "here go hell come" kind of day. I've had dinner, and vented to B for a while, and it's just about time for that adult beverage. And then I'll reflect on the day and prepare for tomorrow. Really, every time I focus on productivity, everything goes to shit. I'm just frustrated, I never get to catch up because I'm constantly dealing with drama.

I'm going to have to find some zen if I want to last in this field. I actually did pretty well today staying calm. Really, it's remarkable that I only lost my shit once.

Calli, I'm home early. Do you need anything?

Thanks. I spent a fair bit of time off-line napping with the cat, so I missed this earlier. But thanks for asking! I'm good.

Smonster, congrats on keeping your cool for most of the day. Sorry your zen was tested so much.