As I look outside my window: I notice that the weeds in the dirt patch of a backyard are getting out of control. I may have to do something about that soon...

Right now I am: Getting ready to pop over to the grocery store before the crowds get crazy

Thinking and pondering: How are we going to navigate this fall? So many things to cover...

On my bedside table: The Glassblower of Murano by Marina Fiorato; The Handmaid's Tale by Margaret Atwood

On my tv this week: J and I wrapped up Veep, watched a few documentaries, and almost caught up with Silicon Valley; We all watched John Wick and Blade Runner for our movie selections

Listening to: Hamilton Soundtrack; The Simple Show podcast; What Should I Read Next podcast

On the menu for this week:

• Monday - Hamburgers/hot dogs on grill
• Tuesday - Beef Tips
• Wednesday - Chicken and Noodles
• Thursday - Blue Apron delivery
• Friday - Blue Apron deliver
• Saturday - Leftovers
• Sunday - Pizza Day

On my to do list: Starting shopping for twins' return to Indiana; squeeze in the last few fun activities

Happening this week:

• Monday - Fourth of July and so far we aren't doing anything
• Tuesday - Oakland Zoo Day
• Wednesday - Beach Day at Half Moon Bay
• Thursday - Haircuts and errands
• Friday - Chabot Space and Science Center
• Saturday - Toddler friend's bday party
• Sunday - Crop day at my house

What I am creating: Nothing at the moment, but thinking ahead to July's stamp club cards.

My simple pleasures: Pinball machines! We had so much fun on Saturday at the Pacific Pinball Museum. I was killing The Addams Family game!

Looking around the house: Decent shape around here. Our big cleaning day was Friday and everything still looks pretty good. Although I know I have two loads of laundry to do today.

From the camera: Pinball Wizard!