I walked into town today so that I could drop off a couple of cards at the Boquete Library. Mail can be dropped off there from 10:30 to 12:00 on Thursdays. So, I finally got Joe’s card in the mail as well as another card, which I will not elaborate on because I do not want to ruin the surprise.
I also opened an account at RedNBblue, so I can order things from Amazon. I forgot to bring my bone folder. I must have a bone folder. I also ordered the luscious gold ink I used for my Christmas cards. Some things are just better done in gold, or as Ash said today, “This lovely vermillion.” Ash Giri is my calligraphy teacher in Mumbai. I love saying that. My two-hour lesson consists of watching him perform the strokes and explain each movement. It is a beautiful sight to behold. I love technology.
I am making progress with the bubble.io database program. I have actually gotten to the point where I will soon begin constructing a “Data Type,” which is synonymous with Excel’s “Page” in a workbook. Then there are Fields (Columns) and Things (Rows). Kind of strange, but I’m having fun learning. The tutorial on Udemy is excellent. The instructor works quickly, but he explains everything while he is doing it, and it’s repetitious, so I’m beginning to get it.
I received an email today from Chris McCall, the main programmer on the project. He was checking on my progress and then asked me if I could write, and would I be willing to write up “the notes” for the program. I told him we would have to have a discussion as to exactly what that would entail. Maybe down the line. Right now, it still feels like a good balance.
I will likely be seeing him in person soon. Hospice is having their volunteer training next week Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9-3 p.m. I thought at first I was meant to pick a day, but I was informed that it is all three days. It will be good to have a thorough understanding of the operation. They are growing very quickly (because there are so many aging expats here), so I feel it is a good expenditure of my time – my contribution to the community.
I love reading your blog Chris! It is so fun and interesting. Some time in the future we can talk more about it in person! Enjoy your time in Boquete!
I went for a 6.5 mile walk today with Mary. I didn’t think we’d manage getting a walk in due to the temperatures lately, but we bundled up and went. It felt good.
Then I went home, after Mama D’s and made my first course for a dinner we are having here with Mary & Russ on Saturday. Pea Soup. Second course will be Country Style Spare Ribs with Sauerkraut. I haven’t made either one for awhile. Mary calls this my signature dishes. That makes me happy!
Sounds like you’ve planned your day well. So busy and having fun!!