Three days in New York City ... what's a girl to do? Eat, walk and shop, of course! Mike likes to tease me about my love of taking surveys. What can I say? I'm a sucker for a good survey that finds its way to my inbox. Often these surveys are to see if I'm eligible to … [Read more...] about Three Days in New York City
February 2016 Must-Reads
What is it about February? It's the shortest month of the year, and yet it drags on forever. And it's such a meh month. Meh weather, meh holiday, and for me this year, meh books. While I didn't read anything I hated or couldn't finish, there was only one book that I absolutely … [Read more...] about February 2016 Must-Reads
Self-Care for the Dazed and Confused (of the Bird or Introverted Human Variety)
A few weeks ago I heard a thunk against the kitchen window, and my heart sank. I knew what that sound meant - a bird had flown into the window. I stepped outside and sure enough, there was a bird lying motionless on the deck. There's not really much you can do in this situation, … [Read more...] about Self-Care for the Dazed and Confused (of the Bird or Introverted Human Variety)
The Short List: February
This is how February feels to me: so close to spring, and yet I'm not sure I can make it. We had temperatures in the 60s this past weekend and it was glorious. I sat outside and read, and was thrilled to see a few of the bulbs I planted last fall beginning to peek out of the … [Read more...] about The Short List: February
Same Old Song, Different Dance
Last week Elena and I found ourselves sitting across from a cheerful fellow. Eager to shake my hand, he introduced himself as the man who would see us through to Elena's graduation from high school. He's her high school counselor, and we were there to schedule her freshman … [Read more...] about Same Old Song, Different Dance