We’re seeing Joan Baez in her Fare Thee Well tour tonight and so looking forward to seeing her perform again. The weekend weather looks good, so we may try for some outdoor activities.
We’re thinking of our Southern coastal neighbors and hoping that they are safe during the hurricane. Our attention and sorrow is also with our Massachusetts neighbors, who have been impacted by yesterday’s gas explosions.
- It’s time to plant milkweed seeds and help save our endangered Monarch butterflies. I cannot imagine a world without these beauties. Here’s a helpful article about saving the Monarchs.
- Are you a runner or hoping to become one? Check out Runthentic, “where running and giving meet.” You can be part of a community that runs and gives to great causes. The organization is committed to turning the experience of a charity run into a year-round running and giving practice.
- Let’s focus on “down there” for a sec (older readers might find this more relevant, but younger readers can take note for later – or for informing their older acquaintances). Check out these articles about issues involving our nether regions:
- I just listened to The Last Girl
, the first book in the Dominion Trilogy. It’s a futuristic story about the decline of the female birthrate and a government that captures the few remaining girls to try and solve the problem. I wouldn’t say it is great literature, but I was happy to read a story with a strong female character. I am curious to learn what happens next.
- Speaking of futuristic reads, if you haven’t read The Handmaid’s Tale
- Wondering what to make for dinner next week? Try my Thai Peanut Noodles recipe. Make a lot, so that you have leftovers. You’ll want them.
- Goodness: This week Tom and I celebrated our 30th wedding anniversary. It’s been good. Real good.
, the first book in the Dominion Trilogy. It’s a futuristic story about the decline of the female birthrate and a government that captures the few remaining girls to try and solve the problem. I wouldn’t say it is great literature, but I was happy to read a story with a strong female character. I am curious to learn what happens next.About the photo: Pink Rose of Sharon looms overhead, growing high above a neighborhood fence.