As I look outside my window: It’s still very overcast and cold out after yesterday’s storms. It’ll be cold for my birthday day out, but at least the rain stopped.

Right now I am: Getting ready to leave for my day out.

On my bedside table: Lore by Alexandra Bracken; Gilded by Marissa Meyer

On my tv this week: We’ve watched a few decent movies this past week and started Severance S1.

Listening to: Nothing much except for my usual podcasts.

On the menu for this week:

• Monday - Chicken and Noodles

• Tuesday - Ham and Cheese Croissants

• Wednesday - Jalapeño Popper Bacon and Bean Soup

• Thursday - Coffee-Rubbed Pork Loin

• Friday - Leftovers

• Saturday - Ranch Cheddar Chicken

• Sunday - Lemon Dill Capellini Salmon

On my to do list: I’m certain that I have a list, but I have completely forgotten what is on the list. Guess I need a refresher.

Happening this week:

• Monday - Regular School Day

• Tuesday - Dentist for kids; Park playdate

• Wednesday - Zoo Day

• Thursday - Regular School Day

• Friday - Schramm Hike Day

• Saturday - Home Day

• Sunday - Home day

What I am creating: After a bit of a break, I’m back to working on my 2022 Memory Planner.

My simple pleasures: German Chocolate Cake, book shopping, a new puzzle

Looking around the house: I should really vacuum the downstairs tomorrow morning.

From the camera: Yummy birthday cake for me.