Nomad Life - Day 206

After several weeks of getting to visit with my daughters, the time had come for me to return to a more traditional Nomad Life.  This morning, I was awake at 0545 (before my alarm) and started teleworking from Mollie's apartment.  I got to say goodbye to Mollie and Alex when they departed for work (0730).  As they were departing, I got to see a cabinet that Alex had made for his classroom (it looked good).  During the next few hours of teleworking (lots of meetings), I also age breakfast (snacks), did laundry and made arrangements for lodging during the following few days.  Lunch was leftover rice (Mollie had made it for me), smothered in some delicious vegetable soup.  At 1330, I logged off of my computer, packed up my car and took Maple for a walk.  She was really good for me and I was reluctant to return her to the apartment and her crate.  The weather was overcast (with sprinkles) and the temps were in the mid 70s.  After logging one mile, I departed Fredericksburg at 1400.  Using some surface streets, I reached I-95 and headed north.  Even though I was going against the flow of rush hour drivers, I still encountered lots of traffic (most was near Quantico, Occoquan and the I-495/I-395 merge) - as a result, the drive to Springfield took longer than I'd hoped.  On the plus side, the weather improved during this time.  When I reached the area near my hotel, Best Western (Springfield), I somehow got lost because I incorrectly understood my Google Maps.  Eventually, I reached the lobby of the hotel, checked into my room and was able tor resume teleworking (1520).  Along the way, I thought about leaving for some outdoor fun but, in the end, decided to stay in my room because it had gotten so hot.  Fortunately, the hotel had a Fitness Center and I planned to maximize use of the equipment after my work day was completed.  That time arrived at 1710 and then started working on my Nomad Life blog.  At 1800, I attended Monthly Knights of Columbus Meeting (via Zoom).  Along the way, I skipped dinner.  After a bit more work online (finances, travel planning, blog entries), I went to the Fitness Center for a workout (2000).  First, I walked a mile on the treadmill and, after that, I rode the stationary (recumbent) bike for 40 minutes (8 miles).  My workout was completed by 2115 and I returned to my room for movies and reading.  Bed time at 2245.  Hoping my repositioning will make tomorrow's required visit to DC easier (crossing fingers)...