NARA issued a statement this morning clarifying everything: your parking is being restricted. Not your access to the building or the records. You won’t be able to park in front anymore-that lot is now for staff only. Researcher parking is moving to a lot behind A2: please forward this announcement

Well well just look at what the CBP didnt do to their federal employees:

Also if you really really want to dive down the rabbit hole of Roman Catholic clerical dress: why, when, what the materials are & the significance of each garment and the ceremonial life of the Church, pick up a copy of James Charles Noonan’s The Church Visible:

Forgot to show off my hellebores: they really great this year!!

Just early morning photos from Penn Quarter to cleanse everyone’s timeline!

Snow! Miss Matty Jenkyns is not certain about this cold white stuff!

Probably not since she was nominated by Pres. Biden and was confirmed by the Senate. Here’s her statement:

Here’s the “after”

Began 2025 by clearing out & organizing the pantry. Here’s the “before”

Baked a lovely Swedish inspired Fika cake. Vanilla sponge covered with almonds in a sugar syrup that just soaked into the cake. Absolutely delish & I think next time I’ll add some lemon zest to the sponge.