Long time no blog

I've been waiting for a topic to present itself to my brain, but my thoughts seem kind of disconnected, so I guess I'll list them instead of expounding on them:

• Getting ready to go to Hawaii next month. I'm looking forward to seeing the volcano and lazing around in the sea. Last year I wanted to try all the touristy things: leis, luaus, Polynesian culture. This year I just want to explore the beaches. I don't even need to shop, although when I get there I may change my mind!
• My brother Steve is seriously considering moving to Arkansas. While I want him to be happy in a place with many friends and a more reasonable cost of living, and I don't really see him that often even though he lives less than ten miles away, I will miss having him and his wife drop-in-on-able.
• Meanwhile, son Matt has moved 30 miles closer, but I don't want to encroach on his new life with Veda and her kids. It's wonderful to see him so happy in his new role, but not sure I'm ready to be an almost-step-grandma.
• My former boss is leaving adult ed. I wonder if I'll get any sub or testing work next year. It's nice to see all my old colleagues (the ones that are still there) but if I really don't need all my old books and files anymore I should be able to get rid of a lot of stuff! But I probably won't.
• I test-rode an adult tricycle today. It felt kind of weird not to have to balance. Of course balance is something I'm not particularly good at, which is why I was trying it out in the first place. I may attempt to rent one before I buy -- maybe in Hawaii!
• It's really all about getting older, isn't it?