Note to self: Never say any of these things, even quietly amongst yourselves, because the universe has a dark sense of humor. Continue reading “Note to self: office edition”
Author: aka gringita
Flotsam generator. Amateur photographer. Avid traveler. Christ follower.
Powerless
It was a dark and stormy night, goes the most clichéd story opening ever.
It is, in fact, stormy. Yet another summer thunderstorm, when the one just two days ago tried very hard to disassemble my back deck. This time, also with a flood watch in effect. Yeah, that’s a load of fun. Continue reading “Powerless”
Cordon bleu
Still working my way through kitchen adventures. I haven’t made Continue reading “Cordon bleu”
Three down, more to go
So, the pest control people came back, as requested.
After the three grisly discoveries, I knew I’d be calling them back. Continue reading “Three down, more to go”
Binge listening
So you know by now I’ve gotten big into podcasts while I’m holed up in the days of coronavirus.
(I used to listen to a few only on my drive days but now I’m obviously not driving to the office much. But I am alone here a lot, and my time is more often spent listening than watching.)
Recently listened to: Continue reading “Binge listening”
Wishful
Complete with several bookmarks I expected to have visited just in the last few weeks. If only.
Thanks, COVID.
Correspondence
Warning: one instance of swearing ahead.
I got a note from one of the Asia gang. She’s doing well, just checking in with us all.
Fresh veggies in season
The asparagus is tender shoots at the moment, which makes it extra nice.
And Brussels sprouts Continue reading “Fresh veggies in season”
Three blind mice
My sleepless night gave way to a tired day – not unexpectedly. Continue reading “Three blind mice”
Up all night
I’m tired when I get in, but not sleepy. I sit in the coziest corner of the couch and open the book – the steady scratch of pencils – color slowly filling the pages – is relaxing… but it does not put me to sleep. Continue reading “Up all night”
