February 10

So, this month is crazy. Up and down. Today is coldandrainy. Mucho craziness ensued at work this week, which really shouldn't be discussed on a blog. Every time I think that my weeks cannot possibly get more insane, they do. But one of my favorite bloggers, Soulemama, posted her February 10-the 10 things that are making her February a little more joyful. I thought I'd do the same.

10. A multitude of birthday wishes...thank you, all!

9. A lovely birthday dinner. My honey made me lasagna from scratch. Even I haven't attempted that cooking feat. And it was so yummy. He even bought a bottle of wine. I think I'll keep him.

8. Shirt.Woot. These guys manage to make me smile, even on the roughest of days.

7. Beautiful prints from Alicia Bock. One day, when I have money again, I will buy one for everyone I know.

6. New books! I will be getting many new books in the mail, including a couple of wonderful cookbooks and Sublime Stitching!

5. The Creative Family! The new book by Soulemama. This doesn't really come out until April 1st, but now I know I have my very own pre-ordered copy thanks to the ever-thoughtful and eternally fabulous Kristin!

4. SXSW Interactive. Okay, again, this isn't until March. But, but! I have a badge! To go! Because work is awesome (if crazy).

3. Pedicure. OK. So, I didn't pay someone else to touch my feet. But I did take a blissful hour and a half while Max took his nap to pay some much-needed attention to my tootsies.

2. We got our tax return on Thursday. Happy Valentine's day! Just in time to pay bills...

1. My sweet boy can clap! And he's dancing, too!

Wishing you a bit of joy this February...