A Consumer’s Message

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, …

A Return to Journaling

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 …

Sunday Review: 2/10 – 2/16

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 …

Sunday Review: 2/3 – 2/9

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 …

The Social Life of an Introvert

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 …

Highlights of the Day (2/6/20)

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 …

Highlights of the Day (2/4/20)

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.

Secret Mornings

I woke up at 7AM today.  Late for some people, but not for me.  My son has been waking up after 8AM for the past several months now, and, as we sleep in the same room, I usually wake up with him.  Setting alarms is tricky if I don't want him waking up, but I …

Highlights of the Day (2/3/20)

1.  Using a dress as an impromptu ball while folding laundry. 2.  Being asked to join my son on the slide. 3.  Running into a friendly face. 4.  Ready-to-bake brownies. 5.  Lying in bed. 6.  Clear blue skies. 7.  Sturdy strollers. 8.  Naptime. 9.  An organized fridge. 10.  Family meals.

Sunday Review: 1/27 – 2/2

I have had a busy week.  Lots of bustling back and forth, more socializing than usual, and I wasn't even home for a couple days. My son was upset with me because I wasn't going home with him on Thursday.  He doesn't understand why I need to be elsewhere, why I have things to do …