Clouds that stretch for miles.

I love all the digital tools available to help plan, organize, and execute projects. However, there’s nothing quite like working analog to force you to slow down and focus in on the task at hand. Plus, there’s something beautiful about the feeling of a (good) pen gliding across paper.

There was a fun surprise in the mail today. My family is the best!

I laughed at myself as I got in the checkout line at the grocery store today. My big purchase? Two bouquets of bright daises and a pint of ice cream. It’s February 13th. Yep, this should be good. “Are you ready for tomorrow?” The cashier chirps to the twenty-something man in front of me. “Uh, what’s tomorrow?” He asks. Ah, poor man. “Valentine’s Day!” She replies, shooting him a smile that clearly says “I see your apathy about the day of love, it’s adorable that you’re being a stereotypically guy about this.” They continue to chat. He cordially wishes her a happy Valentine’s Day as he leaves, and she returns the wish. My turn. “Did you find everything you were looking for?” She asks, tone carefully neutral. The flowers and pint of ice cream glide across the scanner. I want to say, “this purchase isn’t what it looks like! Please