Adirondack Weekend - Day 1

I was trying to get my Global Entry paperwork completed and learned that I was able to conduct the in-person interview in Champlain, NY, this week.  Since I was going to be in her area, I checked on Eileen's availability and we both decided that we should meet up again.  I teleworked in the morning (from about 0600 until 1100) and then packed up my car.  I left Hanover at about 1120 and drove (via I-89) all the way to Burlington, VT.  Listened to an audiobook on the way.  I stopped in Colchester for gas and a break (done by 1255) and then joined a work call for as long as I could hold a signal (almost an hour).  Meanwhile, I was driving (via VT-78 to US-2) across the northern end of Lake Champlain - I made it to Champlain by 1400 and decided to check in (early) at the Customs Office on the Canadian Border.  The place was not busy at all and, after only about 10 minutes, I had finished my interview and was back on the road.  I made several phone calls on my way west (via I-87, US-11, NY-190 and NY-24) to Malone and also listened to Moth Radio Hour podcasts.  After getting back on US-11, I switched to NY-11B and, eventually, to NY-72 - I saw lots of Amish buggies.  I arrived at Eileen's just after 1600.  After unpacking the car, I got dressed for a hike, assuming Eileen would want one when she got home.  I was right and we were quickly able to depart (along with the dogs).  We drove a short distance to Lehman Park and walked on the frozen fields.  Sadly, we only had a short time to be outside because Eileen had a telcon at 1700.  Back at her house, I teleworked a little longer.  She finished her call by 1800 and we drove a short distance to Parishville so we could eat dinner at the Barking Dog Saloon.  The place was a great dive bar, with delicious food, and we really enjoyed the ambiance and conversation.  After months of trying, we finally figured out how to play a round of Scrabble Go.  It was strange to be sitting at the table together but playing a game online...  However, it was also fun, since we didn't need all the wooden pieces.  We got back to Eileen's at around 2000 and she started grading some exams.  Meanwhile, I read the most recent copy of "Appalachia".  Eventually, Eileen got tired and was going to stop working, even though it would mean more work the following day.  With a little encouragement (and help in looking up some resources for some of the extra credit questions) from me, she finished her entire project.  This made her happy.  By then, it was 2230 - uncharacteristically late for both of us - and it wasn't hard to fall asleep in the warm bed.  Very glad to be here!