She was caught up in the problem. She continued to fret even when I tried to explain this was just a minor inconvenience. I left her to fetch G, a tire iron, and a jack and told her: “Sit in your car, turn the AC on, and take twenty-five deep breaths. I’ll be right back. Everything is going to be fine.”
Category: Happy Noticings
It Was A Party Without A Picture
But if someone had thought to take a picture, the picture-taking could have broken the moment Because taking a photo involves freezing, posing, then smiling. For the future. For your FB memories. For TimeHop.
Who Is In Your Front Row?
Your front-row people are the people closest to you who stand by you during your life’s journey. They offer unwavering support, encouragement, and positivity. Your front row genuinely rejoices in your achievements and successes. They care about your well-being and growth and provide motivation and inspiration to help you reach your goals.
My Brain On Biden
Ever since Biden’s election, I feel my brain coming back on line. For the four years Trump was president all I could think about was the world, and him, and the crazy shit he was always doing and tweeting. I read the newspapers voraciously. I followed all kinds of journalists and politicians on Twitter. I … Continue reading My Brain On Biden
The Personal Touch at Wegmans
Lolly is my favorite checker at Wegmans. She speaks in a friendly, conspiratorial tone, kind of out-of-the-side-of-her-mouth. Her voice has a very peculiar timbre, too. Something between foghorn and an oboe. It intrigues me. But the thing I really like about her, and why I will wait in her line even if there’s a faster … Continue reading The Personal Touch at Wegmans
Happy Noticings
I've started a "Happy Noticings" section to my daily planner to keep me on the alert for things that please me during this season of drek. Shoes. I've been especially appreciating my shoes lately. Especially these Gore-tex trail runners from Brooks I got in the fall. They keep my feet warm and dry out on … Continue reading Happy Noticings
Inspiration Location 