On my bedside table: The Great Believers by Rebecca Makkai; The Lost Duke of Wyndham by Julia Quinn

On my TV: I watched a few episodes of Riverdale S2 and Big Little Lies S2 while J was at a few events. We have continued with Game of Thrones S6.

Listening to: My usual podcasts. Nothing too exciting this week.

On the menu:

• Monday - Fettuccine Alfredo with Chicken, Bacon, and Broccoli

• Tuesday - Philly Cheesesteak Grilled Cheese

• Wednesday - Leftovers

• Thursday - Teriyaki Noodles

• Friday - Chicken Pad Thai Nachoes

• Saturday - Pizza Night

• Sunday - Vegetable Beef Soup and Rosemary Bread

On my to do list: I’ve got to write a few emails and return a few messages. I also need to do another perusal of my big to-do list. We’ll see how it goes…

Happening this week:

• Monday - RnR Construction; Visit to Backyard Playworld

• Tuesday - Tinkergarten

• Wednesday - Parents Morning Out at RnR; Playdate at Echo Hills Park; Book Club

• Thursday - Vala’s?

• Friday - Bob’s Construction Night at OCM

• Saturday - National Museum Day at Morrill Hall

• Sunday - Nothing

What I am creating: Working on some birthday party crafts ahead of the party and finishing my August Memory Planner pages.

My simple pleasures: Enjoying a cool sprinkle every few days. Loving the quiet time I find here and there. Watching a great smart movie.

What I’m planning: Adding some fall themed activities and outings for the rest of September and October. Also finalizing the birthday party crafts, decor, and activities.

Looking around the house: I should do a bit of cleaning before the babysitter arrives.

Looking forward to: Hamilton!!!!! We finally get to see it live tonight.

From the camera: Ice cream stop on Saturday