The longer I live, the more I identify with the female villains in Greek mythology.

I wish I could hire someone to brush my teeth and wash my face and get me settled into jammies after I’ve already snuggled under the covers. This doing it yourself thing isn’t cutting it

I, for one, love my kabuki style lipstick

Before the most recent cultural highlighting of it, had you ever heard of the Abbott and Costello “Who’s on First” bit before (even if you didn’t know the comedians’ names)?

My initial YCSE take: there is so much acting in that film

Apple cider slushie in hand, watching hayrides roll out to the pumpkin patch. Peak October

I used to take bellydancing classes. The teacher would have someone stand in the middle of a circle and begin to twirl. A Sufi whirl of sorts. Watching all of the individuals melt into a collective holding whole was very emotional. I feel like that sometimes now and am thankful.

Office hours in Frederick, MD today for those in DC, MD, and NOVA who can make it. 3 pm at RAK Brewing

I don’t work from home that often so when I do, it’s such a treat and sometimes I make myself a little hazelnut mocha to celebrate. Happy Friday!

To prep or not to prep, that is the question

The Body Keeps the Scorpions

There’s something about the angle of light right now that is making my kitchen window plants go crazy. There’s new growth everywhere and a disregard for personal space. It’s a veritable plant orgy and I’m just here watching it

Considering a career change to professional plant walker

Never did get my rhubarb or any other plant in the ground this year

If you want to lose weight, just surround yourself with bad food like this thawed frozen sushi with stale rice that I’m currently eating. It does wonders for the appetite

Not a cloud in the sky

This freeze warning has nothing on my homemade hot chocolate. Let cozy season commence!

Joining @noa_tate_’s crew

What if earrings are my whole personality?