It’s the weekend!

I’m looking forward to celebrating Tom’s birthday with a home cooked meal tonight. We’re also going to Connecticut on Sunday to spend the day with his mother. Hoping for a sunny day filled with spring flowers.

Have a wonderful weekend!

Last weekend I had a reminder of the importance of connections, of community. We get so much from our community. They give us companionship. They provide assistance, bringing chicken soup and comfort when we are sick. They alert us to events we would find interesting and sometimes accompany us to them.

Our connections — family and friends — give us love and support. They also introduce us to new words, interesting books, wonderful stories.

Last weekend my connections brought me a couple of wonderful tidbits. My sister, Diana, posted a wonderful word on Facebook. “coddiwomple” is a verb that means “To travel in a purposeful manner towards a vague destination.” I’m all for doing more of that.

Tom directed me to a piece by Brian Doyle about visiting kindergarten. It brought a smile to my day. It was a cold, dreary March day that needed a kindergarten visit, like Brian Doyle’s November day.

• Their Irrepressible Innocence — I think that most of us could appreciate a kindergarten visit from time to time. (Orion Magazine)
• 6 Ways Friendship Is Good for Your Health — Here’s an article about the health benefits of friendship. (Healthline)
• 6 Ways to Help After the School Shooting in Nashville (Including, Not Giving Up) — Some suggestions in the wake of another horrific shooting. (Cup of Jo)
• Want to Love Your Body? Try Swimming Naked. — This article is about so many important things, including the magic of swimming naked and ocean glitter. I love that phrase! (The New York Times)
• White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Scones — Make a batch of these delicious scones for your next brunch. (Sea Salt and Sailor Stripes)
• Goodness: After she’s done with the scalpel, surgeon makes art on kids’ casts — This is such a special touch for the kids. (The Washington Post)

About the photo: Daffodils brighten my living room.