Iffy weather-- rain, ice, and bleah

It's raining and 31 degrees. I'll be watching church on the livestream today; I don't like ice, and every road to the church is a hill. Seems like a metaphor of some sort, but I'm not really ready to plumb the depths of that one.

That said, my book launch is still on for later today; it's supposed to warm up and just be rain. I sure hope so. I don't want anyone to risk driving in bad weather, and I don't want to reschedule (not sure I could, anyhow)-- so, we'll leave that up to fate. Have you ever bought a new article of clothing for an event, and then it doesn't happen? I have a pretty new sweater for today. I hope I get to wear it.

In the meantime, I'm just trying to wake up. I did a ton of house stuff yesterday, and today I'm feeling a little groggy. I also binge-watched a series on Netflix; Mid-Century Modern. Now, I like Nathan Lane, and I loved Linda Lavin (her last work was this show). It was okay--not great, some funny bits, but I probably would not watch a second season. 

And yes, I read some in the book I reading-- it's also okay, but not super. It's a book by Jodi Picoult, and to be honest, her books (in my opinion) are either good or meh. This one will likely fall into the good-ish category. It's not bad, it's just not moving along quickly enough for me. So, it might just be me, too. I'm having a hard time lately getting interested in a whole lot of books. My mind is too busy, I think. 

That said, I hope you have a safe and warm Sunday. This weather pattern is gross. Maybe I'll see a few of you later on today-- but if not, let's make a plan to get together sometime. 

Take care,

C





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