We are currently in the process of getting new floors in my parents’ house. We’re taking out all of the carpet and replacing with laminate flooring. It will be easier to keep clean and trap less dirt than carpet. So, I’m dealing with the disruption to my day to day.

This is a welcomed change. I never did like carpet. It traps too much dirt and is a pain to keep clean. A few days’ worth of disruption to my routine for a problem that I won’t have to deal with again in my lifetime is worth it.

I do have allergies occasionally. Mostly due to dust. I had allergies really bad when I lived in rural areas due to all the corn dust and everything else living near farms and ranches entail. Not only are my sneezes loud, but they can also be painful. They also draw too much attention.

Removing the carpet in my house should take care of much of the dust problem. The process should be complete by December 18th. Just in time for Christmas.

Other than immediate family, I have no plans for Christmas. My brother and his family are hosting a huge four day get together. I probably won’t be going, at least not in person. I don’t do well in crowds. I’ve been doing so well for many weeks now. I don’t want to risk ending the winning streak.