9 May 2020

It’s Saturday, time to get down to business.

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It’s mid-afternoon, and I am exhausted. Who knew cutting vines and brush would be such hard work, especially in the nice spring weather? I had to enter the shed quietly and slowly so as not to spook the cat. At first, I didn’t see it, but as I propped the door open, the sun reflected in its yellow eyes. I could see its white chin lift and look my way. I carefully grabbed the old clippers and rake as well as a dusty pair of gloves on a shelf. It watched me intently but never moved.

I’d say there’s still quite a bit of work to be done, but I hope to clear all the overgrowth by next week. My parents called and said they still don’t want to travel, so I’ve gotta keep myself occupied with this for now.

Author's Note

... indicates time passing in the same day
I set the journal down after writing once, but chose to continue later.