Dreaming dogs❤️ Your comment made me realize our current pup doesn't dream. I'm thinking it's cuz she's so busy when awake there's no energy for dreaming.
I love walks too!! My dog can't walk as far as he used to, so this summer I might do some walking on my own. Glad you're feeling like the move is coming together!
She's a writer and she has a podcast called Happier. One of her books is called Life in Five Senses. I haven't read it, but I've heard her talk about her love for perfume on her podcast.
According to my mother, I'm "kind" but not "nice". I tend to dispense with niceties and tell the truth. Not very popular with her because of this propensity. I call people out.
Oh, a fellow fountain pen lover. I should have known.
My living room still has a pink glow from all the pink decorations for my daughter's pink ballet sleepover, which was exhausting but so wholesome that who can complain?, I started a new mystery series - Benjamin Stevenson - and my first Maisie Dobbs arrived in the mail today.
Maisie Dobbs was suggested on here! So excited to get started. I have fountain pen woes that only a fountain pen lover can relate to! My favorite for years has been the Cross Century fountain pen in black with gold -- it's narrow but heavy enough to be satisfying to hold - I've had several. But then a few years' back, the cartridges and the converters stopped fitting correctly -- I've been in to stores to talk to people about it, and I've stalked fountain pen forums and haven't found a solution. BUT, now I have a new favorite: the pilot retractable fountain pen. In champagne: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/pilot-vanishing-point-decimo-fountain-pen-champagne?srsltid=AfmBOorghV-neBPzA4brbamB-X9YUH0KkSpabX1pAtQJnOUPTpPHzKW0. Partly because I bought it at a fountain pen store in Paris, where they believe both in fountain pens and in antiquarian book stores. And baguettes. When I come to Baltimore next fall, I can't wait to see your collection!
My son uses the Pilot Vanishing Point and loves it!! It's on my wish list. When are you coming?? I can't wait to compare pens! Ps. Are you on the fountain pen facebook groups? Someone there might know something?
Thank you for sharing! It’s so great learning details about you and others 🥰 One detail about me: I love chai tea lattes Any new coffee shop I visit, that’s my go to drink. Hot, iced, with cold foam, with a shot of espresso, any variety!
🐱 Seeing seven cats and getting to pet three of them on my afternoon walk
🥣 A big bowl of chili for dinner, a comfort from the rain that cools the evening
📺 Finishing a limited series that’s been thrilling throughout
Would you believe I don't?! I could have added this to my getting to know you list - I don't drink coffee, and I like to drink tea at home sometimes. I'm not a coffee shop person :)
I think that’s believable! I’ve always liked chai tea latte (which doesn’t have coffee in it on its own), but only recently been trying any coffee drinks at places since coffee by itself is too bitter for me. I’m sure you save money not going out to coffee shops every day, too!
I love the red shoes!! That’s so awesome!! I have a thing for Birkenstocks and Doc Martens! I love being in nature and also love the beach. I enjoy photography as well. I also love tea!🫖
1. I was able to get a positive update on a student who is very sick.
2. My husband brought me lunch and then made dinner tonight.
3. My oldest son and I worked on a project together tonight.
Mon Apr 21st
I’m the oldest of eight kids; I’m 67 and there are 13 years between me and my baby sister.
1. My baby sister’s breast cancer surgery and reconstruction went well today.
2. My baby sister’s breast cancer surgery and reconstruction went well today.
3. My baby sister’s breast cancer surgery and reconstruction went well today.
Best day ever and I prepped my middle sister’s garden for May planting while awaiting news of the surgery.
Sending love and healing to your baby sister!
Many prayers to your sister and family.
Prayers for your baby sister.
Way to go baby sister. Grateful you can take a deep breath now and enjoy presence❤️
Thanks! You’re so right!
Wishing all of the healing to your baby sister. Love hearing about your family!
Thanks
1. I learned fascinating new things about you!
2. The baby chicks are old enough to spend some time outside every day.
3. Dreaming dogs. Particularly our middle dog, who is the most enthusiastic dreamer I’ve ever seen.
Dreaming dogs❤️ Your comment made me realize our current pup doesn't dream. I'm thinking it's cuz she's so busy when awake there's no energy for dreaming.
Baby chicks make me happy, even if it is just hearing about yours!!
I feel like I know so much about you :) And I always wonder what they're dreaming about!!
Something about myself: I love to have a mug of herbal tea in the evening after putting my toddler to bed. I'm steeping Good Earth tea now. :)
1. My cozy mug of tea and quiet evening
2. Yummy lunch of Easter dinner leftovers
3. A calm day at work after the big rush of meeting a deadline last week
I've had a cup of good earth every night for decades!
Oh Good Earth that takes me back! I haven't had in years, but I love it.
A pair a red ballet flats was delivered to my house today. I adore that you wear red shoes!
1. Pope Francis. My heart is so heavy with his passing, but I’m so happy to have lived and learned from him for the past 12 years.
2. Cascading lavender wisteria.
3. Getting a phone call from my youngest son on his way home from school to check in on me and ask how my day was.
I love the wisteria all over my neighborhood.
I want to know the details on your red ballet flats!! :) Pope Francis' passing is such a loss. And #3 ❤️
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ADORABLE!
1. I’m feeling less daunted by moving and am getting things cleaned out and ready!
2. Delicious Easter leftovers.
3. Long walks in the sunshine on a day off.
I love walks. In the summer, I’ll walk upwards of 4-5 miles a day so long as it’s not downpouring. I get the best sock tan lines.
I love walks too!! My dog can't walk as far as he used to, so this summer I might do some walking on my own. Glad you're feeling like the move is coming together!
1) My kitty is sleeping on my lap.
2) My dog is sleeping beside me.
3) I used the gym at work for the first time after joining it a couple of weeks ago.
I love perfume! I have a least a dozen different kinds. But I do try to be mindful of others and not overdo it. Makes the bottle last longer, too.
Ooh I love that about your love for perfume. Do you follow Gretchen Rubin and her love for perfume?
No, I am not familiar with her. I will have to search for her. Thank you for sharing!
She's a writer and she has a podcast called Happier. One of her books is called Life in Five Senses. I haven't read it, but I've heard her talk about her love for perfume on her podcast.
See my "thing about me" and I'm so happy to hear about your kitty and dog!
I have a quirky sense of humor and at times no filter.
1. Completing a successful mission for a child.
2. Helping a neighbor.
3. An early night.
Blessings to all.
I relate to the no filter!! Blessings back to you.
According to my mother, I'm "kind" but not "nice". I tend to dispense with niceties and tell the truth. Not very popular with her because of this propensity. I call people out.
Clear is kind :)
Absolutely.
Same! But I use my quirkiness to push past anxiety & share love!
Same! I’m in trouble at work right now because I have no filter lol
Another no filter girl here. My mother said I was painfully truthful.😉
Ouch!! LOL
No worries. I've always been kind of proud of it.
Own it!!
Happy late birthday! And wow 11,000 subscribers! How incredible
1. Motivational meeting with an alumn
2. Pilates with friends!
3. FaceTime
I love sharing birthday week with you!
Oh, a fellow fountain pen lover. I should have known.
My living room still has a pink glow from all the pink decorations for my daughter's pink ballet sleepover, which was exhausting but so wholesome that who can complain?, I started a new mystery series - Benjamin Stevenson - and my first Maisie Dobbs arrived in the mail today.
I love Maisie Dobbs--she has Nancy Drew vibes.
I’m jealous. I would love to read the Maisie Dobbs series again for the first time. Enjoy!
I LOVE Maisie Dobbs! I hope you love her too. And what's your favorite fountain pen?
Maisie Dobbs was suggested on here! So excited to get started. I have fountain pen woes that only a fountain pen lover can relate to! My favorite for years has been the Cross Century fountain pen in black with gold -- it's narrow but heavy enough to be satisfying to hold - I've had several. But then a few years' back, the cartridges and the converters stopped fitting correctly -- I've been in to stores to talk to people about it, and I've stalked fountain pen forums and haven't found a solution. BUT, now I have a new favorite: the pilot retractable fountain pen. In champagne: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/pilot-vanishing-point-decimo-fountain-pen-champagne?srsltid=AfmBOorghV-neBPzA4brbamB-X9YUH0KkSpabX1pAtQJnOUPTpPHzKW0. Partly because I bought it at a fountain pen store in Paris, where they believe both in fountain pens and in antiquarian book stores. And baguettes. When I come to Baltimore next fall, I can't wait to see your collection!
My son uses the Pilot Vanishing Point and loves it!! It's on my wish list. When are you coming?? I can't wait to compare pens! Ps. Are you on the fountain pen facebook groups? Someone there might know something?
Thank you for sharing! It’s so great learning details about you and others 🥰 One detail about me: I love chai tea lattes Any new coffee shop I visit, that’s my go to drink. Hot, iced, with cold foam, with a shot of espresso, any variety!
🐱 Seeing seven cats and getting to pet three of them on my afternoon walk
🥣 A big bowl of chili for dinner, a comfort from the rain that cools the evening
📺 Finishing a limited series that’s been thrilling throughout
Would you believe I've never had a chai tea latte?! So fun learning about each other!!
If you like a combination of spiced tea and milk, I highly recommend it!
Do you have a go to coffee shop order?
Would you believe I don't?! I could have added this to my getting to know you list - I don't drink coffee, and I like to drink tea at home sometimes. I'm not a coffee shop person :)
I think that’s believable! I’ve always liked chai tea latte (which doesn’t have coffee in it on its own), but only recently been trying any coffee drinks at places since coffee by itself is too bitter for me. I’m sure you save money not going out to coffee shops every day, too!
I like to think I save so much money that way! Also - I neglected to mention this - I don't drink any caffeine!!
Seven cats, one walk, and three pets? That's the dream =) (see my get to know me)
1. A former student came back to visit and shared how much he appreciated us middle school teachers.
2. Memories of visiting the Vatican last August on this somber day.
3. Making plans for our yard for the spring season.
Yay for middle school teachers!
How lovely that your student came back to share their appreciation!
I love to craft and create. I love the beach and I collect rocks too!
1- springtime in Oregon is magical
2- spending Easter with my 92yo Mom
3- a neighbor had some free veggie starts out on the sidewalk in front of their house, so we came home with a cucumber and a tomato plant!
I love meeting a fellow creator and collector!!
I love the red shoes!! That’s so awesome!! I have a thing for Birkenstocks and Doc Martens! I love being in nature and also love the beach. I enjoy photography as well. I also love tea!🫖
1. I was able to get a positive update on a student who is very sick.
2. My husband brought me lunch and then made dinner tonight.
3. My oldest son and I worked on a project together tonight.
Ooh yes - nature and photography for me too! And I have a pair of red Doc Martens too :)
RED DOC MARTENS!!!! So cool!!!!😍 I’m going to put them on my wish list!!
1. I love the red shoes for you. That is awesome.
2. An awesome mobility workout.
3. Making a list of things that make me feel better to leave at my desk.
I love that idea - the list of things that make you feel better at your desk.
Now to make sure I do one or more per day.
1. The sun came out today.
2. My partner bought me ice cream.
3. I went to the gym even though I was feeling lazy about going.
Hi I’m Raquel. New to your Substack.
I love thriller novels, oat milk lattes, & Taylor Swift.
I think snow is absolutely magical.
I’m fairly introverted.
Hi Raquel! So glad you're here!! I also think snow is absolutely magical!
1. Breakfast while sitting in our backyard "zen" garden - it doesn't get much better. I like to grow things.
2. A motorcycle ride to Lahaina - beautiful weather. I ride motorcycles.
3. Organizing our messy office - we leave tomorrow. I love to travel.
Wishing you safe and wonderful travels!!