I don't cook enough. There, I said it. It's right up there with cleaning as one of my biggest perceived failings as a parent/homemaker. I used to cook dinner every night, back when I first moved in with my partner. I made meals every day, with a 5+ hour food prep on Sundays so I … Continue reading Cottage Potatoes
This blanket is the slowest project I've ever worked on. It's nice having a long term project to work on right now, but I love short projects that have an end in sight! Does anybody else have an issue getting bored with long, monotonous projects? Blanket #2, which is barely started after hours of work! … Continue reading The Project that Never Ends
It's been a rocky few weeks. I've spent more energy towards self care, but still suffered some emotional lows. Energy and productivity have been all over the charts. The COVID-19 concerns have quickly spread and started impacting our daily lives. But on the whole, it is what it is. I haven't been much in the … Continue reading And Life Goes On
I went to one of my favorite stores yesterday, armed with a gift card and plenty of time. I came out with only a handful of things, all of which are consumables. The biggest thing keeping me in check: choosing not to purchase items manufactured in China. See, I don't live in China. Yet somehow, … Continue reading A Consumer’s Message
I have kept a journal in one form or another since the tender years of elementary school. Hours upon hours were spent documenting the frivolous details of my teenage years, only to fade away as the realities of college and adult life ate more and more into my brain. I made a conscious return to … Continue reading A Return to Journaling
This has been a largely uneventful week. I've been sick since Wednesday, which derailed all Valentine's Day and weekend plans. It was unfortunate, but I'm thankful that I've matured enough to take it all in stride. Holidays are a big deal for me, and ten years ago, something like this would have made me very … Continue reading Sunday Review: 2/10 – 2/16
I am thoroughly exhausted. I haven't slept well all week. I was able to get up early a couple times, but I've overall had a hard time falling and staying asleep. Some of it was due to poorly timed caffeine consumption or late nights, but even so, this week was worse than normal. I thought … Continue reading Sunday Review: 2/3 – 2/9
I am a classic introvert. My social calendar is sparse, and any gatherings I do participate in tend to be small. This is my comfort zone. The problem with remaining in my comfort zone is that it's hard to encounter anything (or anybody) new. I love my friends, but there are interests and aspects of … Continue reading The Social Life of an Introvert
1. The fresh scent of rain. 2. Walking alone in quiet solitude. 3. An unexpected deal on floor cleaner. 4. An enjoyable shopping trip during which I bought nothing, but enjoyed myself anyway. 5. Finally setting a time on a meeting. 6. Racing toy cars with my son. 7. Watching my son have fun with … Continue reading Highlights of the Day (2/6/20)
1. Surprise packages. 2. Listening to my son's heartbeat. 3. Getting some much needed cleaning done. 4. My partner having a day off. 5. Naptime. 6. Rewatching old favorites. 7. Waking up early for some peaceful alone time. 8. Listening to music. 9. My partner handling dinner. 10. A scheduled gaming evening with a friend.
