For many years, I have labeled myself as anal-retentive.  I think it surprises people when I use the term but I know it is who I am.

Today after coming back from a very brisk, chilly walk with my dog, I noticed our pool was filled with leaves.  We have a pool sweep but I could see the bag was full.  I know our pool service will be here later today but I couldn’t walk away from it.  So I pulled out the sweep, emptied the bag (which is very messy and had a critter in it) and started the process of skimming the pool.

I found it therapeutic and relaxing in the cold sunshine on this Wednesday morning. Continue reading →