updates from near and far

We continue to be mesmerized by the bears, but, today, I discovered it's impossible to watch them and do my job.

Youngest is very conscious of his manners in Tokyo, has yet to figure out the toilet (15 buttons), and is going exploring on his own for a bit today. Also? There was a teeny earthquake. (I am coping.)

We're watching a lot of Olympic competition. This was one of my most favorite moments.

I've got a hankering for some of this. Drugstore.com is one of those places where I like to fill a shopping cart but never order anything. I ought to sometime.

Drink of the week! GIN AND TONIC. Let me tell you, my anxiety level is a little bit high and the old g&t takes the edge off.

Back to the Olympics (and I am totally prepared to take a beating on this): beach volleyball? Really?
I mean, I am quite sure I'd be crippled in seconds. There is no question that it is grueling. But do not tell me bikinis are a uniform. I'm not buying it.

Favorite lunch: Avocado Toast. Avocado, cumin, lemon, olive oil and chili flakes. From here.
Come visit. I'll buy you a sandwich.

I'd never wear sparkly things, but I admire sparkly things.