…life’s a shit show (pardon my french) in almost every possible way! I’ve often used blogging as a means of improving my mood — it just does, for some reason! I suppose that reason is that I try to be a little upbeat & positive. Anyway, it’s been ages since I’ve done a “Right Now” post, so here we go!
Cooking… I made a pot of Chili All Day earlier this week. Rump roast was on sale at the store, so I bought one & cut it up to make my own stew meat, which I’ve never done (or thought to do) before. It worked out great! I have a tendency to rush the browning (overloading the pan), which is an important part in building flavor, but I cut up half the roast & got it on the heat while I cut the other half — when the first batch was done, the second was ready to go. Anyway, I was told that I should cut up a rump roast for Chili All Day every time from now on.
Excited about… taking the kids to Chicago! As a joint Christmas present, Kate & I are taking all four kids to The Windy City next weekend. We all have Friday off, so we’re leaving Friday morning and returning on Sunday afternoon. On our schedule are visits to the Willis Tower Skydeck, the Shedd Aquarium, and the Field Museum. We’ll visit Millennium Park & The Bean/Cloud Gate, of course, and also hope to squeeze in a stop at the LEGO Store! The hotel is close to the museums, has a pool, and serves breakfast. The Rainforest Cafe @ Gurnee Mills is on the way home, so we’ll cap off our trip with a lunch stop there on Sunday.
We’re so excited to take the kids to The Big City for the first time!
(That’s one of my long weekends, so I’ll have Monday & Tuesday to recover!)
Knitting… is pathetic. It’s been fits & starts, though I have begun seaming (again) the Family Temperature Blanket. Amy Christoffers’ new Pressed Flowers Mittens 
caught my eye this morning, and I’ve also been dithering about Andrea Mowry’s new Thru Lines scarf.
Looking forward to… I scrolled ahead on my calendar the other day & spotted a note on a date in March: Apply for Social Security This Month. Am I looking forward to that? Will there be anything to look forward to? I dunno, but I have big plans for that $, so I hope so.
Loving… the increasing daylight hours!
Needing… always… to clean & organize my office/workroom/studio, and I have recently made some small strides.
Reading: Pages… I was reading This Long Thread, by Jen Hewett, prior to going on vacation, but wanted something else for Charleston, so I grabbed What I Ate in One Year, by Stanley Tucci; both books were part of last year’s Jólabókaflóð gift. I had the book on the bedside table at our condo, but didn’t actually crack it until we were in the hotel on Tuesday because of the weather/flight issues. Now I’m just going to finish it, and then pick up the Thread again.
Watching… We’ve been watching The White Princess, and I find that I’m constantly checking Wikipedia to explore royal relationships. Speaking of relationships, we’ve also been very into the new season of Finding Your Roots!
Wondering… if we’ll really get 4-7 inches of snow tomorrow.
What are you doing Right Now??
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That trip to Chicago sounds like a lot of fun — but also exhausting! There are so many great museums in the city. I’m sure the kids are going to love it!
What a fantastic getaway you have planned! I love Chicago. Sounds delightful for all, start to finish.
Right now, I’m also planning a road trip (Appalachia, then down to Tybee Island)…and I’m eating a tuna melt on yummy rosemary bread.
Here’s to the good things…and whatever light we can share in these dark days.
That sounds like a fun weekend with the kiddos (though, as Sarah said, tiring!!). Books are good currently (The Dark History and Braiding Sweeetgrass – what a combination!). I baked some cookies this afternoon and will share with C&M tomorrow. Looking forward to seeing Iris again!
That weekend trip with all the kids sounds wonderful! My kids loved aquariums, Legos, pools, and breakfast, and I hope you all have a great time. (It sounds smart to plan a day or two for your recovery!) I’m not sure about snow either – we’re supposed to get 3″ tomorrow then next week looks like lots more. Right now I’m enjoying the Great Pottery Throwdown – no life-altering drama and it’s fun to watch them make stuff!
I think we are feeling unsettled … and focusing on the the RIGHT NOW is a great way to feel a bit grounded. Your trip to Chicago sounds like fun … it must be the first time for a few of the kiddos?
What a fun trip for you and your family. Right now, well as of Thursday, I turned off the news for a few days and focused on who and what I love. After two days, I feel a little better. I once meant to read The Long Thread and never did so thank you for bringing it to my attention.
Have fun in Chicago! Such a great city.
I’m waiting for yarn to magically arrive in my mailbox…and I’m a monogamous knitter, so that’s rough! I’m actually knitting one more cowl sample with MDK Atlas, because i have some leftover yarn, but it’s busywork while I await the next real project.
I remember the first time I went to Chicago! It was just magical and I bet it will be for all the kids too! I think stepping out of the chaos and writing (be it a blog post or journaling) helps me as well. I talked to my son last night… he is hoping for snow today also! (fingers crossed!) Happy remainder of your weekend! XO
That upcoming trip to Chicago sounds so fun, the kids are going to love it and it’s something they will always remember! Right now I am prepping snacks for the Super Bowl: jalapeno poppers, cheeseburger sliders, a basque cheesecake, and brown butter rice crispy treats.