Interrupted

My Life Thus Far
2016-05-28 06:14:25 (UTC)

The Sorcery That Is Fermented Pickled Red Onions

I had the strangest dream last night. I don't remember all of it, but the sensation of feeling very agitated, upset, irritated, anxious, stuck with me after waking. All I can remember about the dream was a swarm of tiny black bugs coming out from under a kitchen cabinet (not our kitchen cabinets, but a different kitchen in a different house). The bugs swarmed out and got all in Zander's (one of my kitties) face and eyes, but he didn't seem to be hurt by them. I don't even know what they are for sure, but my best guess would be baby spiders. Of course I had to go to the University of Google for answers. Dream interpretation was one of the things we used to do in my therapy sessions. It helps narrow down what might be plaguing the subconscious mind in effort to address underlying problems. Even though Snookums thinks it's silly, I still try to understand my dreams. If they stick with me past the first few moments of awakening, then it's worth digging a little deeper.

I looked up the two things that stood out to me the most. The bugs (I went with spiders, because that's what I feel most compelled to identify them as), and the presence of my cat, Zander. Unfortunately, dream interpretation isn't an exact science. Spiders usually embody good things like creativity, good fortune, better things ahead. Cats can go either way. The spectrum is somewhere between divine feminine energy, or doom and gloom. Something bad is going to happen. Swarming bugs can also signal anxiousness or something bad this way cometh. I'm wondering if all the dream really signifies is that I'm a little worried about dad and his new adventure. Because I'm wide awake right now and I can tell you I'm definitely concerned.

I spent the beginning of the day on a date with Snookums. It was great! We had lunch and coffee at the Hitchcock Deli (because I knew he'd like the sandwiches on their menu, and we were going on a little hike on Bainbridge, anyway). The place was hopping, which I think is always a good sign. And it didn't disappoint. I had the El Greco, which consisted of house made hummus, Greek olive tapenade, fermented pickled red onion, butter lettuce and thick sliced tomato on a potato roll. It was BOMB! I couldn't believe the explosion of flavor! It was one of those meals that made being vegan feel like the greatest culinary experiment ever. I can't honestly say I'd have given the El Greco a chance before going vegan. My horizons have broadened so much. I'm forced to try options I wouldn't have in the past. I probably would have just had a club or something in my pre-vegan days. Totally missing out on the sorcery that is fermented pickled red onions (spoiler alert, they're actually kind of sweet)!

After lunch, I took Snookums to Fort Ward. I've taken the little kids, but not Snookums. He enjoyed it. There isn't a whole lot to the park, but it's got a great trail along the shoreline, where you can see the Bremerton ferry passing, lots of sea birds, and natural oyster beds. He sewed some wild oats and climbed a few steep embankments, and I got to take some bee pictures. It was a great little hike.

When we got home, dad was ready to leave for the airport. I know how stressful travelling can feel at times, and I vividly remember the mad scramble I encountered at the Honolulu airport. So, we left a good 4.5 hours before his flight. It's slightly over an hour's drive, but I wanted to allow for traffic. We got there in no time, so he had 3 solid hours to get through security. Snookums just mentioned his flight had been bumped back, so I guess he's spending a little extra time hanging out at the airport. He's used to it, I'm sure.

I was really proud of myself for not crying when I dropped dad off. I told myself I wouldn't (even though I'm the poster child for emotional right now). Honestly, I didn't feel like I was saying goodbye. It was simply "see you later". He couldn't take very much with him, so there are remnants of him all over the house. It doesn't feel like he left, and I know at the end of summer he's coming back. There's nothing to be sad about, but there's plenty for me to worry about. I hope he does okay. I hope it isn't too strenuous. I hope he doesn't get sick or hurt. Mostly, I just really want this to work out for him. He needs to catch a break.

Even though Snookums and I hiked this afternoon, it was just a short one and I still needed close to 3000 steps to make my day. Seemed like the perfect excuse to stop at Southcenter Mall! And maybe I wanted to do a little shopping. Just maybe. I got a couple dresses from Forever 21 (both work appropriate, because why bother buying anything else?), more Olive Branch body wash and Dirty fragrance oil at LUSH, and a chiming orb necklace and gemstone bracelet from Earthbound Trading Co. I didn't go crazy. I'm kind of looking forward to work tomorrow, since I get to wear a new outfit and all...




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