life lately

I've been busy sewing. Mostly for other people. I am grateful for the work, and for the teeny bit of money it brings. This is the view above my machine. It is a pretty motley collection of sewing supplies, but I think it is beautiful.

Despite the five years that separate them, Oliver and Elliot get along so well. That makes me happy. Mostly Oliver is just a really good sport and does whatever Elliot wants him to do. Lately, that includes lots of piggy back rides.

I haven't cut my hair in six months! This is the longest it's been in a very long time. There are so many cute hairstyles around these days, but this is my question: Do they give you a monster headache, too? I'm afraid a braid is about as much as I can handle.

Yesterday, the afternoon light pouring into Elliot's window stopped me in my tracks. Light equals happiness around here.

Sometimes I think our neighborhood is stuck in 1978. In a good way. Kids ride their bikes all afternoon and play pick-up games of baseball in the park, neighbors are friendly and take care of each other. I love it. Last night was our semi-annual block party. The weather was just right and we all had such a good time. I am so grateful to live here.

I've been kind of overwhelmed the last few days with happiness. I don't know if it's because I've been taking more naps, or eating more cookies, but I am just so happy, and so very grateful for this little life of mine.