lazy sunday

Right now, I’m not actually writing this. Right now, I’m somewhere in London (hopefully, if all has gone well). England will shortly be followed by France, which will shortly be followed by Italy. Brian and I have been talking about a trip to Europe since...
little things, lately

little things, lately

Snippets from my week. See also: eating, drinking, and getting ready to travel. Our bizarre winter weather continues, this time with balmy breezes and open windows in January. (Closely followed by several days below freezing.) Strange, but momentarily nice. This...
lazy sunday

lazy sunday

One of my Christmas presents was a shirt that reads, “Weekends Are For Waffles.” I agree, which is why I’m heading over the river for brunch with two lovely people, one of whom I have known literally half my life. Gluten-free breakfast food is in my...

little things, lately

Snippets from my week. See also: winter, hibernation, chocolate, books. Slippers are a critical part of winter for me. And as it is now officially winter here, I am wearing these very nearly 24/7.                    ...
my year of joy

my year of joy

If you were to ask me what I don’t like about my current apartment, I’d have a whole list of things to share. The almost-white, too-yellow walls. The crooked, unfortunate chandelier hanging off-center in the dining nook. The kitchen cabinets, which are...