More (physical) headaches

1140am

Awake has cooled off.  I'm getting a headache behind my eyes again.  I can't tell if it's the lighting in here or what.  I'm not any more stressed than usual and am actually in a pretty affable mood so I'd like to dismiss that as the cause.  I did just sit through a 60-minute meeting but even that wasn't so bad.

1245pm
House Blend. Went to 18 just to break away for a bit.  The headache remains.  Can't let this keep up.  I'm getting too dependent on pills to alleviate the headaches.  It's hilarious that I have to present a formal letter requesting a "solution" but cannot provide the name of the actual solution.

I had forgotten I had added raw sugar to my drink and it capped it off nicely.  AKASW is here.  I'm eating a lunch and stepping outside.

340pm
Pike time.  Headache gone, likely due to the pills.  I'm actually in a better mood now, of course.  Did my 60 tris reps and got a good deal on some protein powder.  The manager hooked me up (to push the GNC product) but I got 3-plus pounds of basically the same thing for $20 so that is an extra half-pound.  I'll open it once I get the Marked out of here.  I just took half of that home yesterday which was a good move, actually.

Getting more excited to see Armored Saint tonight.  I really hope I get to meet the band afterward. It would mean a lot.  If I get a picture with them, I'll freak out and treasure it forever.  About as cool as meeting Henry Rollins.  I would have liked to have someone join me but if they are not interested and if it's a time-waster for Lizard (which it is) then why bother anyone?

I like hanging out with David, our assistant.  I kind of wish he'd have invited me out to the cocktail hour also but I can see why he would not.  We have a lot of similar interests and I think he knows by now that my personality is not that of a corporate stooge.  At least not when we talk in confidence. That's ok, maybe I can hit PF again and knock out my bis.

I think the combination of being outside for a bit, getting a quick endorphin rush, getting a good deal and being the recipient of some kindness and having something to look forward to all contributes to a better mental state and positive outlook.  Every day will not be like this.  The weather is a huge factor. I think also b/c Chick was comparatively easier this morning than yesterday was also good.  These slight changes in my routine helped.  Hopefully, the anticipated lack of sleep will not destroy me.