Who has two thumbs, some basil, and old jar and approximately a cup of vodka that's been in the freezer for longer than I care to say?

You definitely have reason to have mixed emotions. I do feel like time apart will be good for both of you. And you can always come bother Alyce and me!

Thank you for posting so regularly. I have the typical millennial hatred of phones, but I used 5 calls this morning and called all my Pennsylvania congressman.

Oh no! What a bad girl! Aloy has really settled into giving my mom and me equal affection. I am pretty sure she realized this is the key to remaining the only cat.

Several emergency cases came in, and her appointment kept getting pushed back. Once she was finally under, one tooth just fell out and another had to be removed. She's home but REAL jacked up on painkillers. She says overall worst spa day ever. 0/10, would not recommend. #aloythecat #catsofinstagram

I was too poor to have the American Girl dolls as a kid, but man did I love those books! Here tiny me looking absolutely adorable as St. Lucia trying to not drop the tray or light myself in fire.

It was delicious! And being so simple and refreshing, I think it will be a go-to this summer.

Ooh, I don't even need to leave the house to make this one!

I will note though that weight on a scale is a terrible way our society has chosen to judge fitness. I weighed maybe 5 lbs less after constant diet and exercise for Xena as I weigh now.

I get this so much. Of course it goes without saying I love you and all your cosplay, but it's hard to not compare ourselves to other, or us when we were younger.

Do it! I've been working in collecting, backing up, and printing photos, and it's such a nice reminder of how my skills have grown and friendships have too! And they motivate me to work on new projects!

Yeah, i was so productive yesterday and today I just want to nap with the cat.