Good morning!
A quick hello and an update on this week’s edition.
I would be typing from the patio, but it’s currently pouring. Instead, I’m sitting at the kitchen table surrounded by vases of dahlias overlooking the patio and being glad we ordered very weather-proof furniture covers. Alas, we do not live in Southern California! It rains here. Often.
Despite the current conditions, it has been quite nice having an outdoor space to retreat to - what a treat! As soon as the sun comes back, I’ll be out there relaxing on the couch, snacks on the table, water, rosè, or coffee in hand. Bliss!
In other news, I’m here to say hello and that I’m taking today off from writing. I’ll be back here tomorrow, on my actual 39th birthday(!), to chat a bit, reflect on the past, and toast the future. This weekend has been so joyful already and chock full of the good stuff - and so much delicious food! 💯
Thank you for being here and reading each week. Writing this again has been incredibly energizing, and rewarding, as I’ve heard from so many of you that you’re enjoying the pieces and that just makes my soul light up. Truly.
See you tomorrow! 🎂
Mollie
PS: I wrote this on the new #substack mobile editor so here’s hoping it works as well as advertised! 😏