There is such a thing as an upright grand, it has to do with string length. Compared to a spinet. I found an instrument like mine online. Mine is a thick rosewood veneer and the front "legs" are ornately carved. It has the fancy panels on front and my pedals extend directly through the case, there is no shiny brass plate. I believe the family bought it new. I inherited from my great aunt.
Making a sign this morning after impulsively signing up for a rapidly-arranged "ICE out for Good" protest downtown this afternoon. Not dwelling on it, it's a one-off, but being part of a large group is energizing.
Just as I taper Prednisone (another 8 days at 3, then down to 2) I was tapering a bit of the wine left as I plan to do a dry January/2026. The last of the last bottle in the fridge was consumed as I worked my jigsaw puzzle last night, and when I turned to pick up some puzzle pieces my chair back knocked the glass and coaster off the credenza. I figure breaking the wine glass is a good sign that it completely begins now.