a tiny nephew & small niece were here for two weeks, and a tiny niece & small nephew joined them for part of it. needless to say, my time has been occupied. they are all gone now, but they left me with memories and a rather awful cold-flu-what-have-you bug.

if you’re wondering what i’m like when i’m under the weather, here is a story for you.

when i was ill last winter, my mother told me that when someone else is sick, she feels sympathy pains. i asked her if she wanted me to tell her how i felt, so she would know if she was feeling sympathy pains for me. “oh no,” she said. “you have been very explicit. i know exactly how you feel.”

i suppose it’s a good thing for everyone that i am generally well.

still, all is well. we are in the midst of a frigid spell, so it’s a good day to stay indoors. i have hot water with lemon & honey, two unread library books, a sweet pup, and there is a sunny spot in the living room that is calling my name.

i leave you with a wish for sunshine + love + warmth.

may you be well.