It’s Superbowl week, so the eyes of the nation are on Dallas. It has definitely been an interesting couple of days in the Dallas area. As I type this it has been approximately 4 days since I left my house. I am fortunate enough to have a job where as long as I have my Blackberry and my laptop and can work any anywhere for a few days. So I didn’t have any pressure from my manger to physically be in the office. Yes, in case you are wondering I am powerful bored, and cabin fever set in around Wednesday afternoon. However, spending this much time in my house, I have learned a few things about myself.
After watching the news for a day, I immediately became terrified of the thought of my car driving over a tiny bit of ice. My driveway was a complete sheet of ice, as well as my whole neighborhood. When I had a thought about leaving (being brave), all I could think is “my deductible is $500.” I was 100% certain I would go careening into a mailbox, guard rail or just go flying off a bridge. Yeah, I’m a bit of a worse case scenario person. So, I made the decision not to leave the house, mostly because I couldn’t think of a good reason to go anywhere, which leads me to my next bit of self discovery.
I am prepared for a blizzard at all times. Everything I have needed over the last few days I already had at home, (well with the exception of rock salt and a snow shovel). Seriously, I have a pantry stocked with dry goods and can goods, a freezer filled with food, medicine cabinets filled with meds, and all the booze I could ever need! (I tend to buy in bulk when products go on sale). This bit of hoarder-esque behavior was so beneficial this week.
I’m not sure I’ve ever eaten every single meal at home for this many days in a row. I usually do a lunch or dinner out during the week. Since Monday night I have been cooking every meal. Trying new recipes has been great, since I really enjoy cooking, but don’t always have time. Money wise and calorie wise the last few days have been a double win!
All in all, while I spent this post doing a little bit of ranting, this week has made me realize and appreciate how truly blessed I am. Being in my warm, fully stocked house for a few days is not a horrible place to be AT ALL. Netflix streaming, my kindle and a couple of bottles of Malbec also made the unexpected slow down rather delightful. Tomorrow the highs are supposed to be above freezing. Next week I’ll be back to the running around from place to place I love so much.
