It’s my birthday! I turn 44 today and I’m so grateful for all the good in my life. I had a nice breakfast out this morning, followed by a restorative yoga class. I’m going to my daughter’s class Halloween party in a few minutes, then picking up one of my best friends at the airport. — Read More
Author: Kim Hooper
Weekly Roundup: October 20, 2023
Things continue to feel heavy in the world. I read yesterday that more Palestinian children were killed in 1 week than Ukrainian children were killed in 1 year… and I haven’t been able to stop thinking about that. I’m trying to find joys in everyday life (although then I feel guilty that I have those — Read More
Weekly Roundup: October 13, 2023
It’s been a heavy week. I’m so sad for all those in Palestine and Israel who are suffering the effects of this eruption of violence. I’m the first to admit I don’t know all the history and, frankly, I’m less concerned with WHY all this is happening and more concerned with the fact that IT — Read More
Weekly Roundup: October 6, 2023
I am about to head to the airport to fly to Chicago! Wish me luck in Sunday’s marathon. I’m feeling good overall. Ready to go! Quote of the week (in honor of the Chicago Marathon):“Most runners run not because they want to live longer, but because they want to live life to the fullest. If — Read More
Weekly Roundup: September 29, 2023
I know I say this every month, but HOW IS IT THE END OF THE MONTH? We are at the time of year when we blink and it is January. Quote of the week:“When a woman tells the truth, she is creating the possibility for more truth around her.” –Adrienne Rich What I’m reading:The Change — Read More
Weekly Roundup: September 22, 2023
Today is the last official day of summer. Last night, I finished the last of the summer beers stashed in my fridge. I know I’m supposed to buy pumpkin ales now but I am not a fan of pumpkin-flavored things (#sorrynotsorry). Let’s get into the roundup. Quote of the week:“I don’t really want to become — Read More
Weekly Roundup: September 15, 2023
It’s beginning to feel a little like Fall. When we wake up in the morning, my daughter has been saying, “Mom, it’s too early. It’s still dark out.” I love this time of year. I’ve ordered my Halloween decorations and I am ready. Quote of the week:“In the midst of winter, I found there was, — Read More
Weekly Roundup: September 8, 2023
Is it just me, or was this a beast of a week? I want off the hamster wheel. I am dizzy and tired. Who’s with me? Let’s all hope for a relaxing-ish weekend (adding the “ish” because I don’t know if weekends are ever really relaxing when you’re a parent). Quote of the week:“I like — Read More
Weekly Roundup: September 1, 2023
Not sure what happened to August, but hello to September. My favorite season starts this month. Bring on the crisper air, cooler temps, and Halloween decorations. Quote of the week:“It’s hard to remember that this day will never come again. That the time is now and the place is here and that there are no — Read More
Weekly Roundup: August 25, 2023
The sun is shining and we’re almost dried out from Hurricane Hilary passing through on Sunday. I’m grateful it wasn’t much worse than most of our winter storms. The apocalypse vibes were very reminiscent of Covid and I would like to have no natural disasters or other crises for a while. On to the roundup! — Read More