wafers and things
+ I’m very refreshed from my vacation. I didn’t make dinner for two weeks! Thank you, Mom. And I hired a babysitter for three hours a week.
+I keep listening to this coffee song by Sylvan Esso. Reminds me of the first time I ever heard Feist, way back when.
+ I’m experiencing a Necco revival. Oddly satisfying with their dusty minty flavor.
+ Conde Nast Traveler has gotten so good since Pilar Guzman took over the editorship. I love paging through it each month. Totally worth the $12 subscription fee. Though opt-out of that crappy travel bag that comes with a subscription, if you can!
+ While on vacation in Michigan I was able to do some freelance copywriting. I’m going to spend most of that money on a case of interesting white wines to savor and enjoy in this muggy heat. One hobby supporting another hobby is my ideal scenario!
+ I used an amazon affiliate link for the first time when I wrote about that water pitcher we like so much. And I gotta say, it was very satisfying to see that 31 people bought it. Influence! People like my advice! Water pitchers in every kitchen across the nation!
7 Comments
Susannah @ The EarlyBirdPress
Rachael, I’ve been lazy at commenting, but: I was one of those 31 and WOW. What a hit it was with my near-five-year-old. You’ve inspired me to buy a “Montessori in the Home” book. Thanks for your blog, and for sharing. P.S. I remember well the first time I heard Feist, too. Best.
melissa martin
love what your doing with your hard earned cash. 😉
Jessica Clare
I love your feelings on hobbies! You must share your thoughts on this interesting wines 🙂
Jessica
I bought one of the pitchers too :-). Our 2.5 year old has a small, low table with a mirror on the wall behind it, and the table has a box of tissues, the pitcher, a cup and a rag. He can watch himself clean his nose and pour his drinking water. You were right about the pitcher being the perfect size for him to manage – thanks!
Susie Wales
freelance copywriting – woohoo!
Shannon Schreiber
So much to be stoked about, freelance work, vacation, RESTED. Amen to that one. And three cheers for a good water pitcher. When a friend finds something good, it is worth being like that friend.
noelle
2 weeks of not having to make dinner! That is a dream vacation. Moms’ moms are the best.