This has been a rest and recovery day. I have done nothing today except make a batch of chili. Other than that I have sat in my chair and binge watched West Wing. I also watched the Chiefs game. Sounds like their season is over.
Tomorrow the insurance guy is coming to look at Kathy’s car. Not sure if he will write a check on the spot or what happens next. I hope to work on the back addition tomorrow and get it put into order.
I may try to go to Wichita on Tuesday if the weather is good. I want to get that drive over and the things I need from Costco in house. It will be good to see my Aunt and spend a bit of time with her. We have had a death in the family and gathering with family is healing.
Wednesday the heat and air guy is coming to extend the system to the addition.
Thursday I go to Emporia for a Cardiologist appointment. Friday is an empty space day as of now.
Have been giving some thought to Love in Action and what I hope to accomplish next year with it. I have never set any goals with it. It has already raised more money than I thought possible and know we can raise lots more if we have a defined purpose for them. They have enough cards and stamps to get them through most of the year. They are well stocked with recreational equipment although occasionally they ask for something new. Their supply of stuffed animals should last them a long time.
We still need to find some solutions to the transportation issue. I am thinking of recruiting some people that will sign up to be an Uber driver and they would do the transporting. That would cover the liability issue. We would also need volunteers to be an advocate. Each person released will have different needs and will need someone to figure out what those are and to be able to provide resources to meet those needs. They may need a place to spend the night, a bus ticket, a phone, etc.
I am still thinking the county needs to be involved somehow as this is a county safety issue. Not sure what they might do or even be willing to do but it feels like it needs to be a joint issue.
I will continue to hold all of this and listen carefully to soul nudges and see where this is all going. I never would have predicted what has happened so far and will do my best to allow something new to come through.
Grateful for a day of rest, grateful it is to warm up this week, and grateful for all the possibilities for Love in Action.