If your February was anything like mine, you're probably feeling as I am this first week of March, exhausted and drained of all energy. It's Thursday so there's light at the end of the week. All last month the only thing I really wanted to read was book candy. I'd much rather read than watch TV, but I still want a quick read that doesn't require me to think a good deal. What I want is a twist on reality. I turned to whatever books I … [Read more...] about Longest Month (2021) Reading
sunny naps
can help a kitten recharge. It snowed on Monday. By Wednesday afternoon Shadow was able to enjoy the sunroom. It was 51°F outside. He doesn't look happy because his quiet time was interrupted so his person could take a picture. … [Read more...] about sunny naps
nap
A nap sounds good Shadow. February is always draining. Texans, there is a website resource to help find a warming shelter or call 211 for additional assistance. (via @WhiteHouse twitter) Beto O'Rourke is organizing through Twitter. PBS Newshour has an article on ways to help which includes Austin Pets Alive! a group that is working to keep pets across Texas warm and safe during the freezing conditions. Elle magazine … [Read more...] about nap
a new knit cardigan
Over the years, we've worked to improve the energy efficiency of our old house. My basement studio was once one of the coldest spaces. It's now much warmer, however, I still face a unique challenge when I sit at my desk for hours. The solid wood work surface and metal supports underneath tend to retain cool overnight temperatures. This means that if I rest my arms on the desk while I'm working, they end up chilled pretty quickly and … [Read more...] about a new knit cardigan
Recent Reads on Climate Change
Over the past several weeks I've written about what I read last year. I ask for patience as I figure out how I want to write thoughtfully about my more current reads. I'm going to try to continue grouping reads together. Overall I read fifteen books in January, so we'll see how this new method holds up. Here are a few recent reads that address climate change in one way or another. Non-fiction The Fragile Earth: Writing from … [Read more...] about Recent Reads on Climate Change