A Joyful Rainy Day

After applying for research jobs all morning, I have begun this afternoon's cooking/baking extravaganza. Okay, that is an overstatement, but I have so rarely made new recipes lately that I am thrilled by the opportunity. I'm currently making apricot-almond bread, to be followed by a mushroom and broccoli noodle casserole. While the word casserole is generally a turn-off for me, this recipe appeals to my sense of worthy indulgence (generally healthy except for an excessive amount of cheese). Plus, no meat!

Another bonus today is Cricket. She has been so warm and loving lately. I'm not sure if it was the trauma of going to the doctor so frequently this month, but she now spends more time than ever cuddled up beside us. Love it.

Also, I'm going to start a new book -- The Israel Lobby. I've wanted to read it for nearly a year,  but it was impossible while in school. I've heard that it is great, but perhaps overwhelmingly dense. We'll see. I'm excited about it because the issue presented in the book has been on my mind quite a bit and I have interest in becoming more active in divestment campaigns, so the book is a good starting place for me. Expect a post about it!