the soliloquy The last couple of weeks has been all about 2024 prep. Getting my stuff together for my planner, starting to get it set up for the next year. I’m a DIY planner girl, loosely based on the bullet journaling method. Premade planners just don’t work for me, so […]
notes I’m nursing a headache from the depths of hell and have been for more than a week. None of my usual tricks are helping. Not even my tried-and-true method of dispensing Metallica, KoRn, and, Rammstein directly into my ears. Yes, that usually works like a charm. But not this […]
from rosé to red So the last twelve hours have been super fun. Last night, after a lovely bowl of phở from Ribs and Broth, I settled in to watch the latest episode of Drag Race Italia with a small purple wine glass of Snoop Dogg’s 19 Crimes Cali Rosé, who […]
scattered thoughts After the debacle of the previous night’s sleep (see here), I’d hope to have an extended period of restfulness. I was only semi successful. Instead of every couple of minutes (literally), the hubby managed to keep the shenanigans to 45- to 60-minute intervals. Not great, but better. Either […]
Saturday 9: goodbye, cruel world (1961) Unfamiliar with this week’s tune? See the video and watch it below! 1) This week’s song has a circus theme. Have you ever been to a circus? If yes, did you enjoy it? I’ve been to a few, mostly the small-town kind. Enjoy it? […]
Saturday 9: Gloria (1982) Unfamiliar with this week’s tune? See the video and watch it below! 1) In this song, Laura Branigan is advising her friend to take it a bit slower in her pursuit of a particular man. Did you more recently give or receive advice? Give. My kid […]
Saturday 9: Answer the Phone (2001) Unfamiliar with this week’s tune? See the video and watch it below! 1) This song likens a relationship to a roller coaster ride. When did you most recently visit an amusement park? Years. So long ago that I don’t even remember what year. But […]
Saturday 9: Just Because (1956) Unfamiliar with this week’s tune? See the video and watch it below! 1. In this week’s song, Elvis complains that his girl has confused him with Santa Claus. This time of year, Santa is prominent. Did you more recently hear Santa referred to in a […]
Saturday 9: Broken-Hearted Girl (2009) Unfamiliar with this week’s tune? See the video and watch it below! It’s been a long time since I heard this song! 1. In this song, Beyonce admits her feelings for a man she doesn’t want to love. Do you believe we can choose who we […]
Saturday 9: Sunshine, Lollipops and Rainbows (1965) Unfamiliar with this week’s tune? See the video and watch it below! I haven’t heard this song in YEARS! Nostalgia, for sure! 1. In this song, Lesley Gore sings that sunshine is wonderful. It’s hard to argue with that. Is it sunny where […]