I know I missed last week. It was a busy Sunday last week, and Spring has largely arrived, so I was out enjoying it. But I’m back today! First up, another week without a wine. Maybe I need to rename this its properly spelled “Wind Down.” But this week it is a flavored sparkling water with a splash of vodka.

So what’s been going on? Book Club met Monday night and we talked about Jodi Picoult’s A Spark of Light. That review will be up later this week.

I went with friends to see Gogol Bordello in concert last week. And some other friends and I were able to get tickets to Phil Collins during a pre-sale this week.

I finished my taxes, and it’s good to have that out of the way.

I’m on the alumni board of my college. Our quarterly meeting was Saturday, and I was able to walk around campus a bit. Even though the campus is growing, it’s still beautiful. And if you’ve seen Sleeping with the Enemy, you’ve seen it, too.

Presbyterian College, Clinton, SC

Last night, I met with friends to watch the Atlanta United match. We were playing in Columbus, Ohio. The game had to be delayed for nearly an hour because of bad weather. The field was a mess- someone joked we needed to sub in Michael Phelps because there was so much water on the field- and I think the refs should have called the game. They didn’t. We lost. The first goal would have happened whether or not there was bad weather, so I’m not using that as an excuse. It was just a miserable match to watch, and you could tell both teams were pretty miserable playing it.

Two new recipes to share today- this lentil one is hearty, and a great substitute if you’re vegan or trying to eat less meat. I made it without the spaghetti squash. And I made these carrots, which I really loved. I didn’t have the dill for them, but I didn’t miss it. I hope I have some new selections for you next week. Currently reading The First Conspiracy and I’m about to pick out my new Book of the Month.

Best thing about this week? I was able to see my cousin Craig and his wife for lunch today. They were in town for something, and we were able to make it work.

Until next time!