Kale for me, Gingerbread for her

As I mentioned yesterday, I enjoyed a blissfully long trip to Trader Joe’s yesterday. Once again, I stocked up on old favorites but also discovered a few new treats. Among that sizeable haul, I am particularly amped about a few items: Baby Beets. I love beets, but I don’t like all the hassle rubber gloves [...]

The First Days of Freedom

Since I last posted, I’ve been busy enjoying my freedom. Without thoughts of research papers and impending assignments looming over my head, I had all the time in the world to enjoy myself. The highlights of the weekend include: A visit to Crabtree Valley Mall, which was surprisingly tolerable—I expected suffocating crowds. After the fact, [...]

Happy and Healthy

Good evening, all! After a full day of food and family, the house has become quiet again—my sisters have departed, and Margot is asleep in my lap as I type. As another Thanksgiving draws to a close, I can’t help but be thankful for my happy and healthy life. With a loving family and practically [...]