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What I Read // May 2021

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Five books in a month is pretty good! It’s outdoor reading season so that always helps me turn a few extra pages.

Better Luck Next Time by Julia Claiborne Johnson • ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Better Luck Next Time introduced me to the concept of “divorce ranches.” These locales were essentially resorts where women in the ’30s-’70s would relax, gain residency in Nevada and bid their time until their divorces were finalized. I’d never heard of this before and was fascinated by the idea.

And Better Luck Next Time painted a really interesting, entertaining and compassionate picture of the women who temporarily called these places home and the men who worked these ranches—though in this case they were fictional.

Definitely pick this one up this summer. It was a solid four-star book, bordering on five.

Act Your Age, Eve Brown by Talia Hibbert • ⭐️⭐️⭐️

After reading the first two books in this series, I was really excited to finish with Act Your Age, Eve Brown. After all, this was the title that initially attracted me to these books. With a plotline about a girl taking over the kitchen of a quaint B&B, how could I resist?

But I didn’t enjoy the last installment as much as the other Brown Sisters books. I just never came around to the characters in this one. I found the other sisters (Chloe and Dani) much more interesting than Eve. That being said, if you’ve read the others in the series, don’t stop short. It was still light, fluffy and enjoyable.

The Arctic Fury by Greer Macallister • ⭐️⭐️⭐️

Reading a book set in the arctic in the middle of May when it’s 70º outside? Yep, I did it.

The gist here: Virginia Reeve and a team of women are hired by a wealthy woman to search for the members of a lost arctic expedition. This expedition (Franklin’s Lost Expedition) was a real thing—which I did not know going into this book. All along the way, the women have to deal with difficult personalities and even more difficult terrain.

So I learned something with this book and I got to try a new type of historical fiction. It was good (but not a standout).

Still Lives by Maria Hummel • ⭐️⭐️⭐️

I am a sucker for things that are labeled as Target Club Picks or Reese’s Book Club selections. These books are reliably satisfying. Need proof? Here are a few that I’ve read and really enjoyed: The Woman in the Window, The Sanatorium and The Guest List.

This was a satisfying read (though not the best thriller I’ve picked up in the past year). The night of her opening, artist Kim Lord goes missing. At first, gallerists think this may be a stunt to promote the show (a show depicts famous murders), but as time goes on, things become less clear.

The Bookshop on the Corner by Jenny Colgan • ⭐️⭐️⭐️

I’ve been reading a lot of lighter fare recently, including this fluffy read from Jenny Colgan. It was sweet: A girl laid off from her job as a librarian moves to Scotland and opens up a mobile bookstore (so not a bookshop on the corner, despite what the title may indicate). She makes friends, learns to love her new home and finds her purpose in life.

Could I see the ending a mile away? Sure. But it was a nice easy-breezy listen.

As always, you can follow along with my progress and see what I’ve read over on Goodreads!

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Small Goals // June 2021

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May went by in a flash! And it was a good month to finally spend a little time outdoors. Here’s how I did on my goals:

  1. Get a few plants in the ground. Done! And more than a few. We planted more perennials, plenty of veggies and a good amount of herbs. I’m very excited about the growing season.
  2. Put out the patio furniture. Done and early in the month to boot! We broke out the patio gear on May 2 and got in a few rounds of croquet after.
  3. Go to a restaurant. I did it. Being fully vaccinated and hearing the new CDC guidelines, I feel pretty comfortable with this—especially with patio season here.
  4. For the love of all things good, clean up the house. You know what—I did it. It’s not perfect, but it is cleaner.
  5. Organize the pantry. Nooooo.

4/5. May wasn’t a bad month for goals! It was the first month in a long, long time where I got to do a few normal-ish things like eat at a restaurant, get my hair cut and have a few friends over.

I’d love to keep the momentum going for June, but I’ve got to reign that in a bit for now. After a few months in and out of hospitals and in-patient physical therapy, my mom is coming home! That means I’ll be spending a lot of time at my parents’ house helping out and probably not as much time doing summery stuff. So my goals for June are going to be pretty mellow.

  1. Celebrate our anniversary. On June 12, we celebrate six years! Unfortunately, I don’t think a grand vacation is in the cards this year (it definitely wasn’t last June either). But I’d still like to mark the day in the biggest way we can manage.
  2. Get to the farmers market. I love visiting a good farmers market. While I will be busy the first few Saturdays this month, I do hope to make it to the Wauwatosa market or maybe even Dane County if I’m feeling extra ambitious.
  3. Visit the beer garden. I also love a good beer garden, particularly the Landing at Hoyt Park. It’s a good feeling to be outside, grab a beer and bring some snacks.
  4. Organize a closet. I don’t care if it’s the pantry or my craft closet. One of these junk traps needs to be tidied.
  5. Have my family over. It’s been over a year since my family has visited me at my house. I’d love to have them over and grill for them!

OK, that’s all for this month. I’m hoping that it’s a great one for my mom!

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An Inexplicable Dessert // Angel Food + Pistachio Trifle

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Growing up, there was one dessert my mom would bring to family gatherings that I just never got: an angel food and pistachio torte (trifle? fluff?).

It was all sorts of things I didn’t really like that much: angel food cake (bland, dry and sticky all at once), pistachios and toffee. This dessert never held much appeal. Also, it was very ugly.

But one party, I finally gave this treat a try and I am not ashamed to say it: My mom was right; this dessert was delicious.

So in honor of Mother’s Day, here is the recipe for this absolutely inexplicable dessert.

Angel Food Pistachio Trifle Recipe

This one of those delightful Midwestern follies full of Jell-O pudding mix, Cool Whip and more. As much as I love scratch-made everything, I’m also a sucker for treats like this. Here’s what you need:

  • 1 package of angel food cake mix (preferably the one with the rainbow sprinkles inside)
  • 1 tub Cool Whip
  • 1 small box Jell-O instant pistachio pudding
  • 2 cups milk
  • 2 Heath or Skor bars, crushed

Step 1: Bake the Cake

Before you ask, yes, you can absolutely make a homemade angel food cake for this recipe. But if you ask me, now is not the time to fuss with all the eggs and the tedium. This cake gets torn up, coated in fluff and topped with candy.

It’s really OK just to use a boxed mix—these are the best brands to use according to a very scientific test I conducted.

A few things about the cake, homemade or not, make sure not to grease the pan. Also, you want to cool it upside down once it comes out of the oven. It’s all on the box, but these are still some pro tips.

Once the cake is totally cool, remove it from the pan and cut or tear into chunks.

Step 2: Make the Fluff

Now here’s where the Midwestern comes in: Whip up a package of instant pistachio pudding according to the package directions. Once it’s set—about five minutes—fold a tub of Cool whip into the pudding. That’s your fluff.

Step 3: Assemble

All that’s left to do is to put all these pieces together. Grab any serving container you like. My mom uses a 13×9″ pan, but I pulled this Pyrex dish from my collection. You could also make this in a trifle dish or make individual parfaits.

Spoon a bit of the fluff on the bottom, then add some cake. Continue adding layers of the two until it’s all used up. Finally, topped with some crushed toffee bits.

Serving and Saving

Once this dessert is all put together, pop it in the fridge to chill for at least an hour. Then scoop and serve.

This trifle (torte? fluff?) does keep pretty well for a few days; I’d say eat it within three days of making it. It’ll get softer as time goes on, but it still tastes pretty darn good.

This year, I don’t get to celebrate my mom the way she deserves on Mother’s Day (she’s currently in the hospital), but I did get to see her. She even gave me a few tips on this recipe. And making this treat Mother’s Day morning did help me feel a bit better.

Just a reminder to everyone to hug their moms extra today. Like extra on top of the Mother’s Day extra. And then extra every day after that.

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Small Goals // May 2021

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April was a rollercoaster of a month. Yet, I still managed to do pretty well here. Let’s go over April before jumping into May (which I hope is way more fun).

  1. Visit Wind Point Lighthouse. Done! It was a gorgeous day out for it too.
  2. Master this baby bunny Bundt pan. Also done. The secret to greasing a Bundt pan is brushing it with melted shortening and then dusting it with flour. I learned that from one of the pros at Taste of Home. I made two batches of bunnies: one set of carrot cake bunnies and one set of almond poppy seed.
  3. Plant a few trillium plants. Planted! But the next day it snowed! Let’s see if they sprout.
  4. Start using my Caraway cookware. Checking this one off feels good!
  5. Celebrate my second vaccine dose. I treated myself a lot, but why not? I bought a new pair of sandals, a few new spices from the Spice House and sipped an Oreo shake. It was all medicinal, of course, because that second shot is no joke! But 12 hours of achiness is absolutely well worth it!

5/5. Who knew that five joyful goals would be easy to accomplish? But I think that’s a lesson for this season of life. My mom has been in and out of the hospital recently, so heavy goals are not going to happen. Instead, I’ve been trying to give myself the room to relax when I can and be available for her and the rest of my family whenever possible.

So I’m going to continue with some lighter goals for now. I really think that’s the best thing. Here’s what I’ve got on the docket for May:

  1. Get a few plants in the ground. As I’m writing this, it’s 43º and drizzly. But I’m hoping that May will be warm enough to get at least a few things planted. Over the years, I’ve learned a bit about what veggies are worth planting and which are just space-hungry flops (ahem, kohlrabi).
  2. Put out the patio furniture. Again, I’m hoping that May will be much different than April.
  3. Go to a restaurant. I am officially vaccinated! According to the CDC, it’s pretty safe to do a few more things, including eating outdoors. I’m ready to give it a try.
  4. For the love of all things good, clean up the house. I’ll be real: The house is real cluttered right now. We’re not living in filth, but we are living with a lot of items that just never get put away. I’m not going to feel bad or beat myself up about it because life has been hard, but I can take a few steps to a cleaner house.
  5. Organize the pantry. Hooo boy: I do not want to put this on the list, but it’s something I probably should do. This is what I like to call a stretch goal.

See you back here soon with some updates!

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What I Read // April 2021

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April was a good month for reading. I started a new series (I never read series) and even read a five-star book. I don’t give out five-star reviews regularly, so when I do, you know I mean it.

And I suppose this begs the question what makes a five-star book? So glad you asked! A five-star book (that’s a perfect Goodreads score FYI) is one that’s really well done for its genre. It’s also one that I think about for a good while after finishing it.

The Girl Before by J.P. Delaney • ⭐️⭐️⭐️

If you’re a fan of domestic thrillers, pick this book up. The Girl Before trades off between Emma and Jane, two women that rented a smart home at different times. Both women moved into the house after undergoing trauma and both seem to have a lot in common.

It was a speedy book that I got through in less than a week. And while I did find it compelling and wanted to find out what happened, it’s definitely not for the faint of heart. I’d say there are a lot of triggers here, so please tread carefully.

This being said, you might like The Girl Before if you enjoy books by B.A. Paris.

Get a Life, Chloe Brown by Talia Hibbert • ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Before last year, I never really read a lot of rom-com-ish books. But after picking up The City Baker’s Guide to Country Living last year, I found these reads (and listens) really satisfying, especially during stressful times. I mean, I love a good thriller, but sometimes you want something to soothe and uplift instead of terrify.

Anyways, Hibbert’s title Act Your Age, Eve Brown was what initially attracted me to the series. However, since Eve’s story is part three of three, I figured I’d start at the beginning with Chloe.

Chloe is the oldest of the Brown sisters and is not looking for love. Of course, though, she meets a handsome but slightly aggravating neighbor. This read was quick, breezy and cute.

Take a Hint, Dani Brown by Talia Hibbert • ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

So quick, breezy and cute, in fact, that I instantly downloaded the second book in this three-part series.

Dani is the middle Brown sister and is also not looking for love. She’s a Ph.D student who is serious about achieving her goals but not serious about relationships. By some fluke, she and a coworker attract a lot of positive social media attention and are labeled as #couplegoals. The two stick together to take advantage of the fame all the while trying not to catch feels.

It’s cute. And yes, I do have the third book already downloaded.

The Widow of Pale Harbor by Hester Fox • ⭐️⭐️

What can I say? The idea of Hester Fox novels always seems better than the books themselves. Just like The Witch of Willow Hall, I found this book to be slow-moving and disappointing.

A minister moves to a small town in Maine (promising!) and finds that pretty much everyone in the town hates the widow who lives on the outskirts of town (cliche but I’m interested). And some spooky things start happening. But they never seemed that spooky. And they all seem contrived. Ooh the murderer is taking tips from Poe!

The characters were so bland! And it wasn’t spine-tingling. Maybe it’s time I take the other Hester Fox books off my to-be-read list.

Yellow Wife by Sadeqa Johnson • ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

For me, a book is worthy of five stars if I can’t stop thinking about it after I’ve read it. That, to me, is the marker of a really well written, thoughtful book.

And that’s exactly what Yellow Wife was. This work of historical fiction is loosely based on the life of Mary Lumpkin, an enslaved woman who spent much of her life as the mistress of the jailer of Richmond Jail in Virginia.

In this book, Pheby Dolores Brown is born into slavery but with the promise of being educated and freed when she turns 18. Unfortunately (but predictably), this promise isn’t kept by the owners of the plantation where she lives. Instead, she is transferred to a jail in Richmond where enslaved people are punished and traded. There the jailer takes her as his favorite mistress or yellow wife. There she settles into an uncomfortable routine but manages to develop some warm relationships.

Yellow Wife is a challenging read because it doesn’t shy away from the heartbreaking and unsettling history of slavery. But it’s also a fantastic read because it’s wonderfully written and portrays Pheby’s really difficult story with compassion and understanding.

As always, you can follow along with my progress and see what I’ve read over on Goodreads!

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Are You Listening to the Unsolved Mysteries Podcast Yet?

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My love of Unsolved Mysteries is pretty well known in my circle—and has been documented here on this blog. As I’ve written about before, Unsolved Mysteries brings a lot of warm memories to mind of time spent with my dad. Also, it definitely sparked my curiosity in all things creepy like ghosts, aliens and the unexplained.

Needless to say, when Netflix rebooted the series last year, I was over the moon. No, it’s not the same without Robert Stack, but it was still a worthy revival and one I enjoyed immensely. Of course, I went through those episodes fairly quickly. I figured I’d just have to wait another year or so until Netflix produced another season to get my Unsolved Mysteries fix.

(And before you ask, I’m just not really into traditional true crime. I found it interesting in the past, but after a bit, the whole genre seemed sort of exploitative and disrespectful to grieving families. So now I definitely prefer historical crime stories—mostly for the history—and unsolved true crime because it seems sort of useful.)

OK, back to it. I figured I’d just wait on a new season of Unsolved Mysteries to come to Netflix, but it turns out I didn’t have to wait at all because there’s a new Unsolved Mysteries podcast! And it really is terrific. Dare I say it rivals the show.

Why Unsolved Mysteries Works as a Podcast

What made (and still makes) Unsolved Mysteries so compelling is the element of the unknown.

Many of the stories presented are mysterious in so many ways, including the lack of visual elements. For unsolved crimes, there’s often no video footage. Tales from long ago often don’t have good pictures or visual evidence. And that story about a swamp monster or haunted grave? Well, you know there are no photos!

But what all these types of mysterious stories do have are people that loved the person that’s gone missing or witnesses that passionately believe in whatever cryptid they saw or whatever phenomenon they experienced. And that’s all you need for a podcast: vivid stories, passionate testimonials and first-hand narratives.

(And that theme song. Unsolved Mysteries wouldn’t be the same without that creepy theme.)

In the podcast, the guests all tell their stories brilliantly. These first-hand accounts are woven together really well with narration by host Steve French.

In 30 minutes, I get my fix of mysterious stories, creepy vibes and the perfect listen for a neighborhood walk. It’s the ideal podcast.

The Best Episodes of the Unsolved Mysteries Podcast

This podcast is still in its early days—there are currently only 10 episodes—but there are a few standouts that you should queue up:

  • The Creatures of Hockomock Swamp: I love a good cryptid story. That’s all you need to know diving into this classic Unsolved Mysteries tale.
  • Lost in the Ashes: A house fire blazes in Tennessee. After the dust settles, only two of the home’s four inhabitants are found. What the heck?
  • The Sudden Departure of Granger Taylor: This one was so detailed, it was a two-part episode. The gist: a mechanical whiz from Canada has vivid dreams predicting he’ll be abducted by aliens and returned to the earth 100+ years later. And then he disappears exactly as his visions predicted.

Alright, everyone, happy listening! Let me know your favorite episodes in the comments.

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Lazy Saturday // Wind Point Lighthouse

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The last few months have been pretty stressful over here, but I’m very lucky to be married to a sweet man that helps me take time away when I need it, especially when that time away is a short day trip to a new-to-me lighthouse.

To celebrate my birthday, we visited Wind Point Lighthouse just north of Racine, and it was a delight.

I didn’t know a ton about this lighthouse prior to visiting other than it’s one of the tallest lighthouses on Lake Michigan. (The tallest of them all is Point Sable in Michigan). So there’s no big claim to fame here, but it sure is nice.

Also, it’s one of the few lighthouses on the Great Lakes to still employ actual lighthouse keepers, which is, readers, my dream job. According to the Wind Point Light website, their job is to tend to the grounds and give tours. I would be very good at that.

Overall, the park surrounding the lighthouse was beautiful and you can walk right down to the shore of Lake Michigan. As always, I had to put my hands in the water to see if I could bear it. For being early April, it wasn’t too bad!

I’m hoping this is the first of a few lighthouse visits this year. Come later this week, I’ll be fully vaccinated and ready to do a bit of (very safe) sightseeing!

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Can We Talk About Aaron Rodgers on Jeopardy!?

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No secret here: I love Jeopardy! I remember watching it at my great-aunt’s house (now my house) and in college, I saw a live taping in Madison. Since then, I tune in whenever I can. And, yes, I’ve seen every episode that’s on Netflix (that was a big day when I saw it added).

When Alex Trebek passed, I was convince there would be no satisfying version of Jeopardy! without him.

But I was wrong. I am loving Aaron Rodgers as guest host. (He is no Alex, but he is very good).

First Impressions

Since January, Jeopardy! has been run by a series of guest hosts included Katie Couric (she was fine) and Dr. Oz (please never again). Starting last week, Packers QB and former Celebrity Jeopardy! winner Aaron Rodgers has been hosting. And while Aaron is no Alex, he is somehow perfect.

Full disclosure: My sister and I had lots of jokes about his performance after his first show. He was wooden. He was low energy. His hair was parted weird.

At the same time though, all these things made him the perfect host. As does the man’s passion for the game; the game here being Jeopardy! not football.

A Real Jeopardy! Superfan

You see, before his gig started, the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel ran an article all about Aaron. (I cannot find this article online and I’m sorry; I actually read it in the real paper at my parents’ house.) According to the MJS, Aaaron grew up on the show and watches it every night when he’s in Green Bay. How cute! nd in preparation for his guest-hosting spot, he studied. He sat down and took notes on how Alex talked to contestants, how he handled commercial breaks and responded to answers. HE PUT IN THE WORK!

And that work is absolutely evident in how he performs on the show. He looks the part in nice but not ostentatious suits. He has the most Alex-like pacing of any of the hosts thus far. He knows how the game is played. That is a true master!

Letting the Real Stars Shine

And while I initially panned Aaron (OK panned him for like 15 seconds of the first episode) for his mellow delivery, I’m going to absolutely laud it now. See, Jeopardy! isn’t about a flashy host; it’s about someone that can deliver the answers and respond well to the players. It’s about a host that can keep the game moving and not outshine the guests.

He’s really serious about it; he’s taking it to heart. And I’d argue that’s why he’s so laid back here. He’s letting the contestants shine because he knows that’s what counts. He’s already famous; it’s the players’ moment in the sun.

Who Should Host Next? ….Or Forever???

This all being said, I know Aaron can’t host forever, so I nominate another Rodgers—err Rogers: Austin Rogers, the most delightful player of all time.

A quick P.S. here: To the guy with the snippy Final Jeopardy response on Aaron’s first day on the job, do you feel better now? What an ass.

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What I Read // March 2021

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March was a good month for reading. I feel like I got in a pretty good variety this month too (at least for me).

Russian Winter by Daphne Kalotay • ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Almost every winter I pick up a book like this one. I’m perpetually drawn to historical fiction set in Russia—particularly around the revolution.

This book was slow to start—a tale about a former Bolshoi ballerina auctioning off her collection of jewels—but gained speed about halfway through. I know that seems like a bit of a wait to really get into a book, but the payoff was beautiful.

If you enjoyed A Gentleman in Moscow or The Last Days of the Romanov Dancers, you’ll like this book.

Red, White & Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston • ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

This book came highly recommended by several friends, and it deserved every bit of the hype.

Red, White & Royal Blue was the perfect escapist book to read during the dullest months of the year. I think it might have hit even harder if I read it pre-2021, but it was still an absolute delight. Do I want to provide you with more details? Nope. I think this rom-com can stand on its own.

We Can Only Save Ourselves by Alison Wisdom • ⭐️⭐️

I don’t know about this one. I was tempted by We Can Only Save Ourselves after seeing a review on Bustle. A novel about a high-achieving high schooler that leaves her perfect life to follow a charming man and his house of followers. I mean, I love a good cult story (Wild, Wild Country anyone?).

But the book was disappointing. While I understand that, sure, a perfect student might want to rebel and leave her life behind, her motivations were incredibly vague. And the cult leader’s point of view was nonexistent. It just felt sort of toothless. Meh is my final review.

Bunny by Mona Awad • ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Where on earth do I begin? I have never ever read anything like Bunny. Nevertheless, I couldn’t put it down.

This story of intense female friendship gone totally awry had me reading into the wee hours and regularly thinking WTF. It was funny, creepy and inexplicable.

The Lost Apothecary by Sarah Penner • ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

I waffled between three and four stars on this book but opted for the higher score because overall it was an enjoyable read.

This book is structured the way a lot of historical fiction seems to be now: with a dual timeline. Overall, I found the story about Nella and Eliza working in the apothecary in the 1790s more compelling (I mean, who am I to resist a story about a female apothecary that sells tinctures exclusively for the benefit of women and demise of evil men?), but the half of the story in the present day wasn’t too bad.

If you liked The Taxidermists’ Daughter, I think you’ll like this.

As always, you can follow along with my progress and see what I’ve read over on Goodreads!

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Small Goals // April 2021

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Welcome back to my very scaled back goals for 2021! Let’s see how I did this March before diving into April.

  1. Sign up for Libro.fm. Done! When you sign up, you can choose to support Libro.fm’s network of independent sellers or a particular bookstore. Right now, my funds are going to Apostle Islands Booksellers.
  2. Clean and repaper our kitchen cupboards. Nope! How long will my fancy Caraway cookware hang out in its box until I do this? FOREVER.
  3. Work on an Easter cross stitch pattern. Done!
  4. Go on more lunchtime walks. I did go on a lot of walks this month and even did an online workout.
  5. Clean the den. Sort of, but not really to my satisfaction.

3/5. Considering how chaotic March was, I’m OK with only hitting three goals. I’ve been spending a lot of time helping my family this month, so not everything at home can get done. That’s OK. A good thing that happened this March that I didn’t plan on (but desperately hoped for) was getting my first COVID shot. That feels great.

For April, I’m still going to go easy on the goals. My parents are in need of a lot of extra help right now, so they are my first priority. These goals are a bit lower on the list, but I still like having something to think on for the month.

  1. Visit Wind Point Lighthouse. This is a little birthday excursion that Michael and I have planned. Wind Point Lighthouse is just down in Racine, so it’ll be a nice day trip.
  2. Master this baby bunny Bundt pan. I bought this super cute Nordic Ware Bundt pan. I gave it a go a few weeks ago with only one fully intact bunny. I want to bake up a dozen more for Easter with a higher success rate.
  3. Plant a few trillium plants. I’ve been holding onto a few plants until after the last frost. Here’s hoping frost is over for the season real soon.
  4. Start using my Caraway cookware. This was a Christmas gift. Time to finally put these very nice pots and pans to use.
  5. Celebrate my second vaccine dose. After my first shot, I treated myself to a shake at Don’s. I think a little (or maybe big) treat will be well deserved after the second. It’s been a long haul! (There’s still more to go, but a treat always helps.)

Alright, that’s all for now! I’ll see you soon with more about what I read last month.