Given that the world is a complete train wreck right now, it's more important than ever to focus on all the things we have to be grateful for. For me, there is a lot. I have a wonderful husband and kids, loving family, job I adore (that is busier than ever) and financial stability. Really from a personal perspective I have to complaints. But being in a pandemic in a world that was already on it's way to destroying itself has left me very anxious about the future, particularly what things are going to look like for my children. It's heavy. I am sure we are all feeling it. So here are a few of the things I am enjoying right now.
First off, I am in love with the Armchair Expert Podcast!
It is hosted by Dax Shepard (husband of Kristen Bell) and Monica Padman. I didn't bother checking it out for a long time because I thought it was just interviews with actors and celebrities, which doesn't interest me, but I discovered they interview a lot of researchers, scientists and medical experts and that is totally my jam. They are funny, smart, thoughtful hosts and they have some amazingly interesting guests and fantastic discussions with them. I can't gush enough.
Since the pandemic started, I have also fallen in love with millet flour. As I am sure you know, for months a lot of baking ingredients were scarce. When I could not find any other flours, I was able to buy millet flour.
I have been using it to make a lot of muffins. I like the texture it gives them though it is different from wheat flour.
I have also discovered a new favorite sunblock.
Adam picked up a few tubes at Costco. I was a bit worried because I frequently have allergic reactions to sunscreens and I had never tried this one, but I have had no adverse reactions to it. It also smells really good, is not as thick and gloppy as some sunscreens, and it doesn't get your clothes all white and messy.
Finally, I am loving my new Dyson fan.
As you probably know by now, I despise heat and it has been a super hot summer. I FUCKING HATE IT!
My home office is on the top floor of our house and I was finding that even with our air conditioning going and the ceiling fan on, I was literally dripping with sweat after a few hours of sitting there doing video sessions with my clients. I was also having difficulty sleeping because I was so hot.
Since getting the Dyson fan, which I use during the day when I am working, and at night when I am sleeping, I am much more comfortable. My only complaint is that when you put it on the highest leve, it's a bit louder than I would like.
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