Happenings (1)

       I bought a huge bag of kale at the farmer's market on Wednesday.  The first order of business was to make my favorite soup: Sausage, Kale, Black-Eyed Pea, and Guinness. Recipe here. 

       I was driving down Union Ave. on Wednesday at noon.  The sun was shining, and I had my windows down. I happened to hear the bells at Idlewild Presbyterian church.  Since I didn't have anywhere to be, I parked, listened to the bells, and appreciated the simple things in life. 

       Yesterday morning, William fell asleep in my lap while playing. I loved every second since he isn't exactly a snuggler. 

       Isn't it funny how you can be transported somewhere just by a smell or taste? I made a cup of coffee that I bought in Rwanda. With the first taste, I was reminded of the excellent time I had there.  Everything came flooding into my mind--the smells, the tastes, the sights, the smiles. A quick trip to Africa was just what I needed this morning.

       I bit the bullet and bought myself a pair of Madewell denim. Let me tell you, they are SO worth the money.  I drove to Nashville this past weekend and wore these jeans.  416 miles later, they kept their shape. I thought, well, maybe I got lucky. I wore them several times this week to crawl on the floor with William. Still, no bags. The fit is truly incredible. Mine are the Skinny-Skinnies in the Madewell rinse. 

Links:

-Follow Megan Gilger's travels to Cape Town, South Africa. Her and her husband's pictures are incredible, and now I'm dying to go! 

-I've been listening to Emilie-Claire Barlow, a Canadian jazz singer, on Spotify this week. Check her out. You won't be sorry.

-Our sweet neighbors gave us three homegrown cantaloupes this week. In addition to eating them raw, I'll be trying this recipe out.

-For all the geeks out there (including me)!

-And since I have Africa on the brain, check out this company started by two American girls in Rwanda! 

       Have a super weekend! 

So There's This Guy...

       There is a new man in my life. He's kind of short, and he only has a little bit of hair. He has a smile that will light up the room, and he gets me excited about waking up at 5am.  His name is William, and I think I'm in love.

       You didn't get that he is a precious baby boy? 

       I've been with him for just about a month.  His sweet parents needed someone to look after him, and I am the lucky girl they picked! After the weekend, I am so ready to see his sweet little face. Obviously, he's adorable, but as a bonus, he's super sweet too! I mean, William is one happy baby. First thing in the morning, he smiles. While playing, he smiles. Diaper changes? Smiles. Daycare drop off? MORE smiles. I can't get enough of his gummy, slobbery grin. Don't even get me started on his cheeks. We are talking PERFECT smooch material. Thankfully, his parents are nice enough to share him with me. Serious props to them. If I had a kid as cute as this guy, I don't think I would ever let him go. 

       Happy one month, William! I can't wait for the months ahead.