My early day started even earlier than I anticipated.  Paco arrived at 7:30 instead of the scheduled 8:30!  Thank heavens for my dogs as I was still in my hot tub!  It all worked out fine as they were starting on filling the front pond, so I was able to shower and dress with no problems.  Then my publisher called and we discussed the interior layout and the cover concepts.  I then did chores around the house and worked on my puzzle until time to head out to Student Link.  I was kept really busy tutoring and marking papers, which was very rewarding.  I then spent the remainder of the day at home, finishing my puzzle and tutoring two students.

an early start
to a long day
with a publisher meeting
and the filling
of the holes in my yard