Right Now . . . February 2104
02/28/2014
Let's just make this perfectly clear: I am SO DONE with winter.
Like . . . totally finished and so glad to have arrived at the end of February. (Although March isn't looking any better. At least initially.)
What's happening in my world . . . RIGHT NOW?
Watching . . . The next Polar Vortex roll in. (Seriously. This needs to end.)
Reading . . . Hunting and Gathering by Anna Gavalda. My kind of read: all characters and dialogue; short on plot (because, really, plot is overrated!). Also The Good Lord Bird by James McBride. Which I love for all the reasons I love Huck Finn.
Knitting . . . These charming little mitts . . . out of my leftovers . . . while I decide on a sweater. Because I'm in the mood for a sweater.
Listening to . . . a just-found playlist I created several years ago: Kym's Top 100. I believe I was trying to capture 100 of my favorite songs of all time. Which was impossible. And I gave up. But listening to my attempt pretty much just makes me happy . . . because of songs like this . . .
Dreading . . . a 5K on Sunday morning. The Winterfest 5K - on March 2 - seemed so reasonable when I registered in mid-December.
Planning . . . What to wear to run aforementioned 5K. Because the race kicks off at 8:00 am . . . when the temperature is supposed to be 0F. (Oh, brother.)
Humming . . . 100 Years from Five for Fighting. I am a total sap for that song. (It showed up on my Top 100 playlist.)
Drinking . . . Red wine. And plenty of it.
Itching to . . . Knit a sweater. Plant a garden. Wear my flip flops.
Needing to . . . Make a move to doing our taxes.
Organizing . . . Said taxes. And other paperwork. (The fun never ends.)
Delighted by . . . Waterlogue. Best. App. Ever. (I am completely addicted.) (As I'm sure you've noticed.)
Inspired by . . . Color. I'm tired of the DRAB of winter and I'm seeking out ways to add color to my days.
How about YOU? What's going on for you . . . Right Now?
I love this post because I love Waterlogue! I need a smart phone just for this app! I can't imagine running a 5K in your weather. Just stay safe (and warm)!
I wonder how many songs we'd share on our top 100 lists?
Posted by: margene | 02/28/2014 at 08:40 AM
Soooo in love with Waterlogue too! And the 5K (ugh) warm tights, one shirt, one fleece vest to keep yo trunk warm and a warm jacket. Go girl go!
Posted by: Patty | 02/28/2014 at 10:11 AM
Ugh! I need Waterlogue for Android!! Good luck on Sunday... there are a lot of "dittos," on my Right Now list. I bet we share a lot of favorite songs!!
Posted by: Vicki | 02/28/2014 at 11:44 AM
I'm right there with you on this Despicable Winter, but I do thank you for this post which cheered me up considerably. I LOVE your Waterlogued pics, and new book and music recommendations. My weekend full of taxes and shoveling our upcoming 8-12" of snow/ice is looking much better; I hope you don't mind if I keep saying, "At least I'm not running a 5K!"
Posted by: Bonny | 02/28/2014 at 01:00 PM
Also, I agree with you that it may actually be February 2104 since it feels like this winter has lasted for at least 90 years!
Posted by: Bonny | 02/28/2014 at 01:52 PM
Ditto to Waterlogue and ditto to being over winter!
Posted by: Joan | 02/28/2014 at 05:59 PM
ooohhh love the indoor waterlogues - must give that a try! finally found a few minutes to read your blog. thank you for all the humor and grace and the fabulous Emily Dickinson book recommendation. hoping I can be a better blogger and blog reader this month!
Posted by: Mary | 03/01/2014 at 05:06 PM
I've been resisting that app but I think it's futile at this point and I shall have to succumb.
Posted by: Carole | 03/03/2014 at 08:24 AM