Well, January – you came in hot. Only four weeks into the near year and the following has already been a highlight of 2018. So…more of this:

• Pasture-raised eggs with the bright yellow yolks. They’re just…better.
• Dinner dates. I had a double dinner date with some wonderful men in my life and it was just fantastic. Lots of laughs, great food, and it felt great to feel like a freaking adult but also a kid at the same time.
• Aperitifs. Fancy. French. Need I say more?
• Wearing those “special” wardrobe items. Those skirts, dresses, heels need some serious fresh air.
• Pajama sets. Wear more cute pajamas. This whole sweats + college tee look has got to go. The slippers can stay.
• Bangs. Making the cut within the next two months. (Hay, birthday hair!)
• Writing letters.
• Facial masks. 1x per week. A bubble bath thrown in there wouldn’t hurt either.
• Sweet potatoes. The love is strong, deep and real.
• Friend time. Say ‘yes’ to more manicures, coffee dates, comedy shoes, karaoke sing-outs. This time is precious and in January alone, two of my closest have moved away.
• Dinner parties. Hosting, attending, talking about, planning. These are such a happy place for me.
• Grinding my coffee beans daily. Makes for one mean fresh cup o’ Joe.
• Beach walks. A friend and I met for coffee and when I greeted her with hug, noticed she was barefoot and instead wanted to walk along the beach. This was to my initial dismay until I felt how great it felt to have the wet (cold) sand squeeze between my toes on a gorgeous and sunny (rare) day in SF. It felt more invigorating than sitting with an espresso (even though I think there’s still a way to do both ;))
• Read on Muni. Breaking news: I only scrolled IG for half of my commute this morning. The other half, I read…and it was marvelous.
• Plants. I’m going to get a plant for my room (whoareyoueven?!) I spotted a wavy-leafed adora-flora and want to go back for it! Don’t worry I’m still a bag-lady but now I’ll get the chance to be a Plant Mom. Moving on up!
• Home-made no-knead bread. Well – this isn’t yet the wild-yeast-beast of my dreams yet but this will totally do for now. It’s delicious, gratifying, and makes me think of my dad every time.

So here’s to you, January. Let’s keep the good things going.