Eating with hands

Thursday, July 18, 2024 They open their roti takeout, unfold their pancake, and start eating. Strike a pose, there’s nothing to it. I ask them if it’s okay that I watch them eat before I start, so I can see how in the world I’m supposed to eat sauce without cutlery.

Week 39: Small escapes

Sunday, October 1, 2023 First of all: not a great week. I continue to struggle to notice when I feel stresed or overwhelmed, and it never fails to result in my body giving me a clear sign.

Week 33: Landing

Sunday, August 20, 2023 The first week back at work is fairly quiet, I even found myself on the verge of boredom at one point.

Week 51: The piano

Sunday, December 25, 2022 Happy Hanukkah and/or Christmas to those who celebrate! Even though our house is (reluctantly) multi-religious, we forgot just about every tradition we were ever taught for this time of the year.

Week 15: Ironic

Sunday, April 17, 2022 Brushing my teeth on Friday morning, I think about the weekend ahead, secretly complaining that my social engagements will keep me from getting the rest I need.

Week 13: Recruiting

Saturday, April 2, 2022 It has been snowing in Amsterdam. As the years go by, I’m having trouble understanding whether I’m experiencing the effects of global warming, or whether I’ve never paid attention to what was always in front of me until now.

Week 12: Bonsoihoir

Saturday, March 26, 2022 The tourists are back in town. Lots of Germans with face masks. I suppose we’re all beginning to venture out into the world again, just a bit closer to home.

Weekend vibes

Saturday, July 10, 2021 Her Summer break started yesterday, and as always it is an event. I am so excited about getting everything right that I mostly present as a frantic killjoy.

Week 15: Streak

Sunday, April 18, 2021 I am on a 33-day streak picking my teeth before bed. I’ve designed a temptation bundle, pairing the activity with a few minutes of garbage television.