As I look outside my window: There is a sparkling layer of snow on the ground right now. Sparkling because there is a layer of ice on top. Not the best for driving, but it really looks pretty.

Right now I am: Relaxing after dealing with a sick kid for the past few days.

On my bedside table: Packing for Mars by Mary Roach, The Art of Theft by Sherry Thomas

On my tv this week: The Magicians is back! I am still gutted about Quentin’s death, but so excited to see where the story goes.

Listening to: Podcasts like usual…

On the menu for this week:

• Monday - Orecchiette with Sausage, Sun-dried Tomatoes, and Broccoli

• Tuesday - Sega Wat (Spicy Ethiopian Beef Stew)

• Wednesday - Buffalo Chicken Nachos

• Thursday - Leftovers

• Friday - Teriyaki Shrimp Fried Rice

• Saturday - Vegetable Beef Soup

• Sunday - Broccoli Beef

On my to do list: Check with Millard about moving schools, buy a birthday present for Arthur’s friend, check in with the exchange, clean out another closet.

Happening this week:

• Monday - No school, not sure what we’re going to do…

• Tuesday - RnR Open Play

• Wednesday - Errands probably; Maybe Backyard Playworld after school

• Thursday - RnR Parent’s Morning Out

• Friday - RnR Gym Class

• Saturday - Arthur’s friend’s birthday party

• Sunday - Kid’s Symphony

What I am creating: Nothing new really. I spent most of yesterday completing some leftover card kits to clear out my stash. I told myself that once I cleaned these out, I could play with my new stamp sets.

My simple pleasures: A bit of quiet time after a hectic work project.

Looking around the house: We started cleaning out areas in preparation for moving houses. We’re working on a timeline and moving plan that involves minimal boxes and only one day of hiring movers.

From the camera: My little reader