Where'd My Face Go? And Other Updates

Last weekend I got a little done at the old house -- just moving what was already boxed up or bagged up to the storage unit. 10' x 10' seems so small, but it should be plenty of space for my needs. It just feels so strange moving things into a storage unit. I rented one from a brand new local facility, so it is clean. They also provided the lock for free, if I return it with both keys afterwards. Otherwise, it's just the cost of a decent lock I'd owe. I still have a lot to do in terms of packing and moving, but progress is progress. I did replace the broken front porch light at my new place, at least.

I also streamed for a little bit on Twitch this past weekend, but it wasn't great. I tried Dark Souls 3 for the first time in years and did terrible. Then switched over to TCG Card Shop Simulator, which I don't think would be fitting for the audience I'd like. Probably mostly play that offline when I want to just chill. I did download Dark Souls 1 on the steam deck after this stream, as it's my favorite Dark Souls... I don't have the Remastered Edition, but I did install DSFix, so we'll see how it goes. Probably start a new game on that and run with it for a while.

Kids are both doing well! They love playing around the farm during day, being mermaids at bathtime, and reading before bed. Tonight when we came back up to my house, they didn't want to go inside. So they played all over their slide/climbing structure for a good 30 minutes before I had us go inside to take a bath. Also, the other night, I trimmed my beard short and my 3 year old asked me, "Daddy, why did you cut your face off?" That got a laugh out of me. I think I still have a face? People at work haven't freaked out, so I don't look that horrific.

Tomorrow I'm getting my brakes replaced and possibly wheel bearings replaced on my car. The brakes are starting to grind at lower speeds and last time I had service done, they mentioned the wheel bearings would need to be replaced soon, so may as well have them done at the same time. I'll just have to borrow my parents' farm truck to get to work while it's in the shop. But it is a necessity to keep my car up and running well. After things settle now, I'll have to get my farm truck fixed, so I won't have to borrow a vehicle in these moments. Plus I could leave the farm truck at work when I'm on call and make it easier over-all. But that'll be a ways down the line.

I've been thinking about ordering energy powder online from the likes of GFuel, AdvancedGG, etc... But I've decided I'll make my own mocha instant coffee powder to mix with milk and/or water in the mornings instead. Instant coffee, unsweetened cocoa, monk fruit for sweetener, powdered milk for creaminess, a little salt... I haven't done it yet, but I've got the items needed in my Walmart cart to buy next time I get groceries. If you have any good recommendations for DIY energy powders or coffees, feel free to send them my way!