Tag: life

  • In which we soak up the last days of summer

    In which we soak up the last days of summer

    How can it be that summer is already winding down? Normally, our summers are hot and miserably humid, but we had only one week that was truly unpleasant. This summer just seemed to fly by. Late mornings at playgrounds, trips to the zoo, and most recently, splashpads, have filled my days, as I take Little…

  • Transported by song

    Transported by song

    As I drove home from visiting a friend, the fragrance of cumin and Indian spices clinging to my skin, my belly full, but my mind somewhat distracted, “July” by Lily Williams began to play on my car stereo. And suddenly, I was transported to the first time I had heard her sweet, gentle voice. I…

  • In which I plant seeds

    In which I plant seeds

    Thank you for your patience in light of my recent absence. I had to take some time off as I was struggling with personal matters, and needed to prioritize what to spend my energy on.  As the spring weather warmed and beckoned plants to cast forth new growth, I eagerly awaited the sprouting and blooming…

  • In which we go to the Capitol

    In which we go to the Capitol

    I woke up this morning anxiously aware that I had an interview for part-time job in less than a few hours. Not that I want a job, but times being how they are… it felt like it might be necessary. Before we had fallen asleep, Honey Badger and I had discussed some of the merits…