Three months in Syracuse.
aug 20th - nov 14th
My time in Syracuse was filled with friends, fun, and self imposed hard labor.
Early during my visit, I helped Randy finish a space theme mural before Theodore's first birthday. I relished working on such a large canvas embracing the brush stroke of acrylic paints. Finding incentives to pursue similar exercises is a habit I need to cultivate.
I upgraded the van's power output and heating capabilities by installing a 2000w pure sin wave inverter, learning the hard way modified sine wave inverters are not compatible with portable electric heaters.
I constructed a seven-bucket disc golf course, property loop trail, and campfire area, requiring extensive forest cleanup. I’m hoping it will be a place Madelyn and Theodore can enjoy when older, if they don’t relocate before then.
I befriended Bailey, a recently acquired member of Ben & Sarah’s family, a black labradoodle who couldn't stand Florida heat where his previous owners, Ben’s parents, wintered. Often going on runs, walks, and hanging out while working on outside projects. One day I hope to be in a place where befriending a four-legged companion feels healthy.
I convinced my Syracuse friends to go on two hikes to the top of Tinker Falls with help from their culinary guest from San Fransisco, Mun. She also convinced me to bike the 10 miles to Skaneateles and back during peak foliage, it didn’t take much. Bailey and I enjoyed a few walks and a well-paced run where we tried our best to keep up.
While crashing at Ben and Sarah’s, I was able to get to know Sarah’s brother Brian a little more and share in our similar life struggles. Seeing someone else’s perspective can be a very enlightening ability. Thanks, Brian, and thank you, Mun, I highly enjoyed the conversations the three of us shared.
I miss you all but will miss hanging out with Madelyn, Amalia, Theodore, Marlow, and Bailey the most.