Happy Saturday! This week was an eventful one. Only one unexpected thing happened, which was absolutely not fun (see #3 on the list), but thankfully everything is ok. This work also went by quickly. This weekend, I plan to get a couple of errands done and watch Bad Bunny's halftime show performance. I also plan to start a new book or two. I can't wait.
1. When the world feels heavy and is a bit too loud, the venerable monks and their walk for peace continue to restore my hope in humanity.
2. Ryan Goff's beautiful short about winter
3. My optometrist. I had to see my doctor after hours, after injuring my eye (don't worry, I'm fine) while trying to prep and cook some shrimp. While panicking and sobbing, I called my optometrist and left a voicemail. John and I were going to head to the urgent care, but my optometrist called just minutes after I left the voicemail, saying he could meet us at the office. Long story short, I got my eye flushed, examined, and was prescribed some medicine. My eye looked significantly better the next day, and now it's basically fine. I'm so grateful for our insurance, and most importantly, our doctor(s).
4. Finished reading: Is This a Cry for Help? by Emily R. Austin. This was such a great book! The story follows Darcy, a librarian, who returns to work after suffering from a mental health crisis upon learning about the death of her ex, Ben. After returning to work, Darcy must navigate protests about censorship and book bans. The story also touches on Darcy's struggle with her sexuality and her family life.
*Thank you to NetGalley for providing an arc in exchange for an honest review.*
5. A song on repeat: SHYNE by Travis Scott feat. GloRilla
6. I was so excited when I found out RYZE has mocha coffee latte sticks in stores. I tried it this week, and it's so good. John even loves it too. I do wish that it came in a bigger box or maybe in a bag, but I can see that this flavor is going to be one of our long-time favorites. I also bought the caramel coffee latte sticks, but haven't tried them yet. If you're interested in trying RYZE, use my code THEEMITIMES15, and get 15% off your next order by clicking here.
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7. It's still really cold, but at least it's not below freezing. I'm also happy it's supposed to be even warmer next week (lows in the 40s, highs in the mid-50s and 60s).
8. Nina Cosford's sketchbook snippets are so cool.
9. I bought the boys' and John's Valentine's Day gifts. We also got Raphael's teachers a little gift and his classmates some Valentine's Day cards and treats. John and I tend to be really low-key on Valentine's Day, but we'll still get each other a gift. I think I'm going to bake a Valentine's Day treat as well. Honestly, I love that Valentine's Day is on a Saturday.
10. This upcoming week is the week before our winter break starts, and I'm so excited to have a week off. I plan to work on lots of crafty projects and catch up on some shows. I'm also hoping to get in a few winter walks.
What made you happy this week?
Thanks for visiting!
Until next time...
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