Staying Connected
On Sundays, I go to the Farmer’s Market, catch up on emails that I’ve been neglecting, cook a big pot of something (particularly in the winter) and do laundry. I love my Sundays, which I often spend alone. But this Sunday, I was invited to a brunch to watch the Men’s Finals at Wimbledon with a group of people who are mostly acquaintances. I don’t care that much about tennis, and it was going to throw me off my routine, so I considered declining. It’s easy to stay safe in our ruts. But I pushed myself out of the nest and ending up having a great time. Laundry can wait.
Photo by Benedetto Demaio
Perfect, As Is
As a young adult, and even deep into my thirties, I was told by “well-intentioned” friends that I was too much, and that it impacted my attractiveness to men. I imagined them whispering with each other, “that’s why she’s still single.” And the worst part was I never understood what I could do to remedy it, except become a different person.
Illustration from this isn’t happiness
Coffee is Good For You (redux)
It’s all over the news. According to several studies, drinking 2 to 4 cups of coffee a day can lower your risk of death. That’s what they used to say about marriage. As someone who prefers tea for a morning hot beverage (and is single!) does that mean I’m in trouble? And are you excited about this?
Coffee by Wichoria
Everything Old is New Again
Vinyl is making a comeback with their best sales in 25 years. When was the last time you bought a vinyl record?
Painting by Kyle Surges
Cool Down
Right now in L.A, it’s 90 degrees, and I feel like I’m melting. As a kid in NYC, the best part of a hot summer’s day was the tinkly bell announcing the arrival of the Good Humor Ice Cream truck. All the children on the block flocked into the middle of the street and lined up waiting for our treat. My favorite was a vanilla pop topped with red and white sprinkles, reminiscent of this photo by Simone Rosenbauer.
Pretend Summer Vacation
Yesterday, I whined about all the exotic vacation photos dominating my Facebook feed. So today, I’ve decided to post this lush painting by Ieva Baklane. And right this minute, I’m visualizing myself lounging in one of those cool, mid-century looking seats by the pool, sipping a frosty Marguerita. What, if any, are your summer vacation plans?
Everyone’s Posting Vacation Photos on Facebook
And it’s making me sad.
From Detour a film by Michel Gondry shot on an iPhone
Archive for July, 2017
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