We’re having a late Valentine celebration this weekend. I’m sure that good food will be involved. I’m also looking forward to a few days of warm weather and the chance to get outside.
I hope that you have a warm, cozy weekend.
We’ve started reading travel guides about Greece, because we hope to take a trip next year. Greece has so many islands. It’s a little overwhelming to think about narrowing the destination possibilities with so many choices. We’ve been reading to each other about Crete and it sounds fascinating with its Ottoman and Venetian buildings. There’s nothing like reading about a place in anticipation of a trip — a little armchair traveling before we go.
- The Softness of Black Women — This is a lovely post by Lisa Vanterpool about embracing all aspects of being a Black woman, including one’s soft side. (Cupcakes and Cashmere)
- Emma Thompson on living in a woman’s body: my daughter thrums with life, my mother is frail – and I’m balanced between — Emma Thompson gently drew me into her life with a story of spending time with her mother and daughter. (The Guardian)
- Read the Books That Schools Want to Ban — There are books on this list that I need to read. (The Atlantic)
- Love Baking? Love Murder Mysteries? This Is the Very Specific Book for You — Mysteries with cooking or bookstore themes always get my attention. (Bon Appétit)
- The Internet Uproar Around West Elm Caleb Is Out of Control — The strange world of social media. (Rolling Stone)
- Tools, Snacks, and Other Household Goods Become Clever Wearables by Nicole McLaughlin — Check out the hat and mittens made of bread. (Colossal)
- Orange Avocado Salad with Pistachios and Dijon Vinaigrette — I love the juicy citrus flavor of this salad! (Sea Salt and Sailor Stripes)
- Goodness: Everyone should know about ‘Toni’ Stone, the first woman to play pro baseball — It’s great to learn about “Toni” Stone. (Upworthy)
About the photo: Our front steps covered with snow during the end of January blizzard.