This morning I mailed my license back to the SOS. It's already cancelled, but I guess they like to have the actual license in hand. I walked to the post office, since I didn't want to put even a defunct license into a mailbox -- but the post office was closed. I think it was due to construction in the area, but there was no sign on the door, and their website said it was open. Frustrating. I ended up walking to mailbox anyway. Since it was due for pickup in a few hours, I thought it would be okay.
Since it was a bit of a walk, I rested at a coffeeshop, spending $4.
I did discover that there is a new little grocery store within walking distance. I didn't take the time to check out what they carry, but I will. It will probably be expensive, but may be good in a pinch.
I had a really nice Mother's Day yesterday -- my son prepared a wonderful meal, and we played games afterwards. I got a beautiful bouquet to put on my dining room table, and my grandson chauffeured! All in all, a really good day.
I still haven't received any medical bills, not that I want to! The hospital I was taken to is one in the Ascension Group which was recently under cyber attack. I don't know how that will impact me. I hope not much.
I bought a 7-day pass which I can use on the El, the bus, and the Metra (a suburban line). I actually did not want a pass with a time limit, but the woman helping me to purchase it didn't seem to understand that I wanted an open-ended pass. So I settled. My son tells me if I get onto the Ventra app I can add money to my card as I need it. So far I haven't needed it at all -- I just wanted to have it if I did! The seven days won't start ticking off until I use it the first time.
So far this month I've spent 38% of my variables allowance. Not too different than most months, although the distribution is different.
I have an appointment with a neurlogist on Wednesday. Hoping that it won't lead to another. I'm scheduled to see my PCP on June 4, when I think we can start the process of getting medical clearance to get my license back. I hope.
May 13th, 2024 at 08:44 pm 1715633075
When I gave up my license I instead got a state issued id that I need if I fly.
You might think there is no flying in your furture plans, but I know you have out of state family and it would be terrible if you needed to get to them but couldn’t fly due to improper identification.
Just mentioning it in case it’s useful info.
May 13th, 2024 at 10:30 pm 1715639402
May 14th, 2024 at 08:13 pm 1715717628
Cool on the nearby grocery store. Maybe you'll find some treasures there that you might not have thought of.
Glad you had a nice Mother's Day!