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12.20.25 | Snake!
I am not an animal person, and I am certainly not a snake person, but I try to be a brave and adventurous person, so today, I did a thing I thought I’d never do. After a fabulous morning trail ride at Cathy’s Critters, my friends and I explored the interesting little zoo and came across this golden opportunity to try something new.
I am not an animal person, and I am certainly not a snake person, but I try to be a brave and adventurous person, so today, I did a thing I thought I’d never do. After a fabulous morning trail ride at Cathy’s Critters, my friends and I explored the interesting little zoo and came across this golden opportunity to try something new.
11.27.25 | 1127 Cranberry-Cookie Butter Cheesecake
At my humble suggestion my brilliant sister made this delightful dessert (courtesy of NYT recipes) for Thanksgiving dinner. We enjoyed it, but we’d also recommend toning down the cookie butter sweetness/richness and upping the tart cranberry flavor.
At my humble suggestion my brilliant sister made this delightful dessert (courtesy of NYT recipes) for Thanksgiving dinner. We enjoyed it, but we’d also recommend toning down the cookie butter sweetness/richness and upping the tart cranberry flavor.
10.10.25 | Utah Visit for Book Club
Book club took me all the way to Utah this weekend — my first time there and my first time reading Pride & Prejudice! 📚 Easily one of the best new things I’ve tried this year, and in the perfect season.
Book club took me all the way to Utah this weekend — my first time there and my first time reading Pride & Prejudice! 📚 Easily one of the best new things I’ve tried this year, and in the perfect season.
07.31.25 | Book Loft Candle
Cozy evening reading vibes brought to you by Bath & Body Works.
Cozy evening reading vibes brought to you by Bath & Body Works.
07.30.25 | Hues
Midnight was near, and I had not tried anything new, so I looked for a game to try and came across this one. I chose it because it looked pretty. It was alright - not the most fun, but kind of mindless and calming.
Midnight was near, and I had not tried anything new, so I looked for a game to try and came across this one. I chose it because it looked pretty. It was alright - not the most fun, but kind of mindless and calming.
07.29.25 | Watercolor Practice
Trying out a few watercolor techniques turned into a page of doodles, and while it’s giving first-grade results, it’s the trying that counts. *nervous chuckle*
Trying out a few watercolor techniques turned into a page of doodles, and while it’s giving first-grade results, it’s the trying that counts. *nervous chuckle*
07.28.25 | Amateur
Summer is coming to a close realized I need to get in a few more movies before the school year is underway. I enjoyed this one well enough - it’s always nice to see the underdog have his day.
Summer is coming to a close realized I need to get in a few more movies before the school year is underway. I enjoyed this one well enough - it’s always nice to see the underdog have his day.
07.27.25 | Virtual Escape
Tried my first virtual escape room today. My sister and her husband love escape rooms, and they’ve done pretty much every local escape room available, so for her birthday party today, we brought the escape room home. The experience cannot quite compare with a physical escape room, but the option was nice, and so was the comfort of home.
Tried my first virtual escape room today. My sister and her husband love escape rooms, and they’ve done pretty much every local escape room available, so for her birthday party today, we brought the escape room home. The experience cannot quite compare with a physical escape room, but the option was nice, and so was the comfort of home.
07.26.25 | Seussical
I’ve heard about Seussical the Musical for a few years now, and today I had the privilege of watching one of my students (two actually) perform it. It was absolutely adorable. I think what they performed was a junior version, so I’m curious to know how it differs from the original.
I’ve heard about Seussical the Musical for a few years now, and today I had the privilege of watching one of my students (two actually) perform it. It was absolutely adorable. I think what they performed was a junior version, so I’m curious to know how it differs from the original.
07.25.25 | Frose Sorbet
So pretty, and so not for me. It’s alright - Jeni’s makes plenty of other flavors that I love.
So pretty, and so not for me. It’s alright - Jeni’s makes plenty of other flavors that I love.
07.24.25 | Auditioning
For some time, I’ve wanted to try community theater. It looks like grown-up playtime, and I know that it would be a challenge. A few local shows came up, but my schedule did not allow me to audition. Finally, I came across this opportunity, which is not a play but involves singing, which is just as well, since I love to sing. I was so nervous, and I don’t know how to feel about my odds, but I am so glad to have even tried.
For some time, I’ve wanted to try community theater. It looks like grown-up playtime, and I know that it would be a challenge. A few local shows came up, but my schedule did not allow me to audition. Finally, I came across this opportunity, which is not a play but involves singing, which is just as well, since I love to sing. I was so nervous, and I don’t know how to feel about my odds, but I am so glad to have even tried.
07.23.25 | Mounted TV
No, I did not mount a TV by myself - I’m not qualified or crazy. 😅
After years of resisting a TV in my living room, I finally came around, and in an effort to preserve my current setup, I decided to have it mounted. This is pretty standard for many people I know, but I never want a TV to detract from a present, conversational atmosphere, and the notion of attaching a weighty and pricey appliance to the wall feels too risky. So far, so good… I’m looking forward to the ways a screen in my living room can broaden my hosting horizons, starting with my Hamilton-iversary party in a couple of weeks.
No, I did not mount a TV by myself - I’m not qualified or crazy. 😅
After years of resisting a TV in my living room, I finally came around, and in an effort to preserve my current setup, I decided to have it mounted. This is pretty standard for many people I know, but I never want a TV to detract from a present, conversational atmosphere, and the notion of attaching a weighty and pricey appliance to the wall feels too risky. So far, so good… I’m looking forward to the ways a screen in my living room can broaden my hosting horizons, starting with my Hamilton-iversary party in a couple of weeks.
07.22.25 | Lockwood Flight
One of the best things about trying something new every day is the opportunity to try things again and to make a habit out of what was new. Tonight I returned to Lockwood for trivia night, and this time I brought a team. My friends and I cashed in on my trivia prize from last time and shared the Lockwood Flight. My ranking of the included drinks is as follows: 1.) Bourbon Cream, 2.) Honeysuckle Vodka *not typically included, but the usual Vodka was not available, 3.) Hibiscus Vodka, and 4.) Texas Gin, which I personally did not actually like at all (though one of my friends ranked it first - so, ya know - to each his own). We had a great time and did relatively well on trivia. We plan to return and bring that score up next time.
One of the best things about trying something new every day is the opportunity to try things again and to make a habit out of what was new. Tonight I returned to Lockwood for trivia night, and this time I brought a team. My friends and I cashed in on my trivia prize from last time and shared the Lockwood Flight. My ranking of the included drinks is as follows: 1.) Bourbon Cream, 2.) Honeysuckle Vodka *not typically included, but the usual Vodka was not available, 3.) Hibiscus Vodka, and 4.) Texas Gin, which I personally did not actually like at all (though one of my friends ranked it first - so, ya know - to each his own). We had a great time and did relatively well on trivia. We plan to return and bring that score up next time.
07.21.25 | Local Good Coffee Co.
Local Good Coffee Co. is one of the largest coffee shops I’ve ever been to. I went there to meet a friend who has a toddler and appreciates the play area inside. I loved all the natural light and the spacious layout that includes a range of seating from cozy couches to large tables suitable for work or studying. While we opted to stay inside, I noted the lovely large patio out back. This place is Equal parts coffee shop and community center. I learned that it is part of a larger organization called The Local Good Collective, which aims to meet critical needs with dignity and make it easy for everyone to join in.
Local Good Coffee Co. is one of the largest coffee shops I’ve ever been to. I went there to meet a friend who has a toddler and appreciates the play area inside. I loved all the natural light and the spacious layout that includes a range of seating from cozy couches to large tables suitable for work or studying. While we opted to stay inside, I noted the lovely large patio out back. This place is Equal parts coffee shop and community center. I learned that it is part of a larger organization called The Local Good Collective, which aims to meet critical needs with dignity and make it easy for everyone to join in.
07.20.25 | Fable & Fire, Bookshop Bistro
Brunch with my besties. We took a little joyride to this very cute bistro in Rockwall. 10/10 vibes.
Brunch with my besties. We took a little joyride to this very cute bistro in Rockwall. 10/10 vibes.
07.19.25 | Feed the City
Today I participated in a “Feed the City” event with my community group. This was a really cool serving opportunity, and other than the fact that it started at 8 a.m. on a Saturday, it was a very easy avenue for doing good. We brought lunch supplies and filled a restaurant with volunteers to assemble sandwiches and lunches. In less than 2 hours, we used all of our materials and made 1,630 meals.
Today I participated in a “Feed the City” event with my community group. This was a really cool serving opportunity, and other than the fact that it started at 8 a.m. on a Saturday, it was a very easy avenue for doing good. We brought lunch supplies and filled a restaurant with volunteers to assemble sandwiches and lunches. In less than 2 hours, we used all of our materials and made 1,630 meals.
07.18.25 | Peach Roses
Peaches in summer are delightful all on their own; peach pastries… magic.
Peaches in summer are delightful all on their own; peach pastries… magic.