Friday Updates

I didn't have time to mention it earlier this week but on Wednesday, April 1, Minnie turned 12! Like any 12 year old girl, Minnie is extremely excited about becoming a Bark Mitzvah. While we celebrate Minnie everyday, her Bark Mitzvah definitely entitles her to extra treats, including her Jewish favorites like bagels, cream cheese, and chopped liver. Happy Birthday, Minnie!

This week I had the pleasure of being Wellesley's arm candy at his fancy college alumni event. As a UMass grad I've attended a couple of local alumni events, the most memorable one being the time we got free cheese at Coogan's. Wellesley spent four years at a midwestern country club (oh, I mean elite private college...he reads this) so we were treated to passed appetizers, an open bar, and a three course meal at the Four Seasons. Not to be outdone by our flagship state university, they also sprung for free cheese. I had a great time all decked out in my midweek best.

I'm approaching my three week anniversary without cable. Honestly? It's been a somewhat welcome relief. Last Saturday there was nothing on and rather than on-demand a show like I normally would, I took a 3 mile walk. I know, huh? The horror!!! Not only that, but I also made a cameo at my local library to check out a book I had read a review of online. So now I'm reading and exercising instead of sitting on my ass watching old episodes of the Facts of Life. Seriously, what is this world coming to?

I haven't been sleeping well lately so I'm looking forward to a somewhat low-key weekend. My uncle is giving me a cooking lesson this weekend (we're making homemade horseradish that's hot enough to burn a hole in your throat - delicious!). I'll also be waiting with baited breathe for the Troll, who is making the pilgrimage to her ancestral homeland on Sunday (aka: Stoughton). I may (or may not) also discover that I have a secret passion for salsa dancing...stay tuned!