I loved Ali Edwards’ post last week about 39 little things she’s thankful for right now. We are in the middle of a full, messy time of year – the end of the semester is approaching and there’s a lot going on, both at work and at home.
This is, as Ali noted, one of the best times to stop and take a look around. So here’s a snapshot of my life right now, with several snippets of gratitude thrown in.
Right now – in early May 2015 – I am:
- walking around Harvard Square on my lunch breaks, enjoying the (sometimes chilly but no longer brutal) spring air.
- sitting on the steps of Memorial Church and watching the world go by in Harvard Yard, when it’s warm enough.
- snapping photo after photo of flowers and blooming trees. (See above.)
- buying tulips twice a week (one bouquet for work, one for home) from my favorite florist in Brattle Square.
- texting a friend or two about what is saving my life, what’s driving me crazy, and everything in between.
- looking forward to (and soon, packing for) a trip to San Diego with the hubs!
- still eating lots of soup, but mixing in some dishes that include spring veggies.
- wearing dresses (most of them are striped) with black leggings and my jade green coat.
- switching between silver ballet flats, black booties and the green loafers that match said coat.
- reading a fantastic history of the Sherlock Holmes phenomenon (out June 2), and all the cozy mysteries I can handle.
- drinking David’s Cream of Earl Grey tea by the quart, and ginger steamers with honey and lemon from Crema (the best cure for a sore throat).
- fighting a lingering cough from that cold I caught a couple of weeks ago.
- watching episodes of Mary Tyler Moore on some evenings, and Call the Midwife once a week.
- blasting Taylor Swift while I cook dinner or clean.
- celebrating my husband’s 31st birthday, which is tomorrow.
- keeping up with the daily duties of church and work and home.
- hanging out in the Public Garden about once a week – where the trees are blooming and the ducks are quacking up a storm.
- missing my Texas family and wondering when I can get down there next.
- prepping for the end of the semester and the attendant Commencement craziness.
- sorting through piles of review books, and curating a short stack of vacation reading.
- sipping a glass of red wine (usually Cabernet) about once a week.
- scribbling in my journal when I can.
- stretching out at yoga class on Monday nights, and doing an occasional at-home session with the app.
- thinking about making summer plans.
What does life look like for you right now?
cakes, tea and dreams 
Great pix. You’re lucky to work where you do and take in such wonderful sights.
Amazing.
very beautiful!