The first sketch I've done in maybe a year. It was from a tutorial and there was a bit more to it, but I hit my limit for the day. It's not a masterpiece,but I'm proud of myself for creating art today.

Yard work is done for now. It's the calm before the storm. Come join me for a cup of coffee and a chat. Have a great Sunday. 😊

Oof. It was a treacherous afternoon, but I believe we all made it through. In all seriousness, we do have a ridiculously strong front coming in on Sunday with 60 mph wind gusts, so tomorrow I'll prep for that. Hopefully it won't be as bad as expected. For everyone in Southern NV, stay safe.

I think the water is warm enough. Time for night swims under the stars.

We played this song on the drive to school this morning. Windows down, cool breeze blowing. Solid way to begin the day. Have a good one out there. youtu.be/T0Wf2cXX7nA?...

Good Omens finale with the teen. 😇😈

present me is pissed at past me who yesterday in the grocery store, while passing the mint oreos said: “you don’t need to get cookies” and that fucker was dead wrong

Happy Mother's Day 💐

I just added my daughter as a driver to my car insurance policy so please excuse my absence as I need to plan and execute a bank heist.

Great new song and video by Pete Yorn youtu.be/5xeybk6YX-A?...

Last week my daughter and I were talking to a mutual theatre friend about movies, and they've never seen The Princess Bride. We were both dumbfounded. So, tonight we're going to remedy that, and there will be one less person in the world who hasn't seen this gem of a movie. 🍿

This morning I realized that when I uncover Loki and greet him in the morning, I sound like Good Cop from the Lego Movie.

Happy 25th anniversary to this gorgeous debut album from Elbow. I can't even count how many times I've played this over the years. 💙

What joy. Here we go... 🥵

Yes, please.

One of the newer, tiny hummingbirds is highly curious about the rabbit. It will sit at the top of the century plant, watch the rabbit munch on stuff, and then fly around it before flying off. Rinse and repeat.

Good morning 😊

My bird gets pissed off if we're watching a show together and I pause it. He gives me serious side-eye, and I apologize, hit play and he kinda resumes watching while eating or demanding head scratches. Yes, I apologize to a cockatiel. Not sure if that's normal, but I do it anyway out of respect.

My feeds on social media apps today are nothing but burrito videos. I'm not complaining, but dang, they're making me hungry.

We have an *extremely* important announcement to make. From Wednesday, we will be launching our puffin live cam, coming to you from the Farne Islands. So you can watch puffins all day long. In celebration, please enjoy this clip of puffins being really busy for 39 seconds straight.

The intro to S5 EP 5 of For All Mankind was intense. I loved it.

All I want is a seaside cottage, a crackling fire, the rumble of thunder in the distance, a vintage mystery novel, an emotional support owl, a whistling kettle on the stove, and a healthy supply of freshly-baked cinnamon rolls.

It took two minutes after walking through the door for the teen to settle into the hammock. I think she missed it.

This crispy chilli rice omelette is stupid good. Oh my gosh. www.marionskitchen.com/crispy-chill...

Hello, May. 🌸 Soooo happy to see you.

Wishing you a peaceful and kind May 🐾🤍

Me to myself all day long. Especially since I have tomorrow off.

If you would have told me a few years ago that in the not too distant future I would spend $170 on a pair of running shoes, I wouldn't have believed it. I would have thought you lost your mind. Yet here we are. I consider it an investment in my physical health and mental well-being. But dang.

Good night my friends. I hope you sleep peacefully.

NO WISH FOR YOU!

Finders keepers.. Woof 🐶🦴😄 #dog #popcorn

All the little birds are chatting away today. The bunny hopped after a mourning dove who wandered through the shrubs behind it. This is a lovely way to spend Sunday afternoon. I'm grateful for this moment. 💙

Breezy, beautiful day on the trail by the river.

Earlier today I found out that an old friend and coworker died. She was my age. She had kids and grandkids as well. I haven't been close to her for a long time, but it still shook me a bit. I'm always beating myself up for looking older, but it's a privilege to grow old with your loved ones. ❤️

My sleepy boy after pooping on my shoulder. Thanks, Loks.

Regarding The Pitt PSA I'm sure other people have mentioned as well: Season 2 EP 7 deals with sexual assault. I watched it last night. It can be triggering. 🫂

The teen is spending the night with a friend, so I think it's time for some drinks and to dance it out in a comfy t-shirt. Y'all have a fantastic Friday night. youtu.be/VFLzZY3w3vg?...

I love how pigeons live at Walmart and walk on in whenever they please and everyone just says hello and goes on with their shopping. Note: I spend far too much money on different kinds of bird seed for all of my feathered friends.

Ugh. I need to send another reminder not to schedule appointments for me with men when I'm the only person in the office. It makes me feel uncomfortable.

From my kitchen window this morning. This little critter had the zoomies several times. 😄 Hope it makes you smile.

Apparently, Loki has friends stopping over while I'm at work. Sneaky bird.

Me, just trying to watch "The Pitt" and decompress.

These two Mourning Doves at my feeder cam look like they just rang my doorbell because Tony Soprano sent them to collect a debt I owe.

I've had music by Steve Winwood on repeat lately. Positive, upbeat music with soul. Never gets old. youtu.be/u_vkKozA8OI?...

Good Monday morning to you. I need a mental pick-me-up, so I thought I'd do a bit of time traveling and listen to something bright to start my day off right. Have a good one out there. 💙 youtu.be/b7k0a5hYnSI?...

I don't feel like I've done anything remarkable with my life. I return grocery carts. Save insects & animals. Be kind. Be a good mom. Cut up the plastic holders on six packs. Donate to charities. Feed birds. But I will be forgotten. So, why am I not doing everything I want to do without fear?

Our happy bouncy sheep Squirrel enjoying a run with Chris

Watching the bunny in the backyard instead of dwelling on work makes for a far more relaxing Sunday.