Happy Monday

I don't usually say "Happy Monday," but today is my last full work week of the year so I am quite happy about that. Plus, I've been listening to a new playlist at the office and it really keeps my mood up. One of the songs on the playlist that was fairly new to me, though it came out in 2008 (and was actually written in 1978), is Silver Stallion performed by Cat Power. So good.

This weekend was fairly productive. I made two batches of cookies - snickerdoodles and "french cookies" (previously posted recipe here), got a few Christmas gifts, we connected with good friends, and I nearly finished my skirt with the help of my mother. More to come on the skirt very soon... then onto my first handmade dress.

A few other updates... first, believe it or not, I'm still biking regularly on the trainer! I think I've finally gotten into an exercise habit; it is a relief to enjoy and not dread it! Second, we're on to our next David Tennant TV series - Broadchurch. I've started to really appreciate him as an actor (as opposed to just thinking of him as The Doctor). So far it is pretty dark and suspenseful. I've really gotten into the "murder mystery" genre lately - it is so easy to get hooked in.

Between work and attempting holiday shopping, it will be a busy week. Looking forward to all of the family time and relaxing to come.