Hummers and Ground Squirrels and Cats. Oh My!

It has been awhile since I've posted on here. Have been in a terribly sad/upset state of mind which has made it tough to come up with things to write.

There are still some good things in life, however. For one thing, I was out on the patio this morning when a hummingbird came along and stared me in the face for a few moments before moving on. I would have suspected that they would have already left for places south. It was a treat to see the little thing. Then moments later, a little ground squirrel came scurrying around the back yard, looking very much like he had business to attend to. He finally ran under the fence, but not before I talked to him for a little bit.

I also learned something new about cats this morning. A friend of mine and I were talking on the phone about cats when he asked if it's true that calico cats are all female. I had never heard that before, so I looked it up on the trusty Internet...and yes, it is partially true. The vast majority are, indeed, female...except for a rare male that has two X chromosomes and one Y chromosome, and are virtually sterile. I didn't know that! (A calico is only a calico if it has three colors in "blocks": black, orange, and white.)

On another note, I did an introductory session of cardiac rehabilitation on Thursday, recommended by my cardiologist. I had to take a 35-question quiz about heart knowledge, and only missed one (the last one). The gal that scored it said she had never had anyone score that high. Good for me! I was happy that I got through the whole session without falling apart, physically, and no sore muscles the next day. Fortunately, I have good knees and no arthritis anywhere (that I know of), so that helps. I will continue with the sessions as long as I (and insurance) can afford them. I guess they go on anywhere from four to twelve weeks...

I will be having a late lunch/early supper with "Big Ryan" and his wife today at a local Mexican restaurant. Nice diversion! I have a lot to do here at home, but I don't mind breaking bread with friends when I can. Works for me!