It’s just barely before midnight, so I’m about to put myself to bed. But I promised to linger here for a few minutes every day in November, so I’m doing my duty to myself, my brain, the words that have been asking to get out onto the page, and I’m showing up.

Puptron had a long day – as did I.

I got a special delivery from Sephora. I’m not usually fussy with my face, but I needed some spa-type face masks because I’m inspired lately to indulge in these things at home.

My mother enjoyed a wonderful afternoon with her grand-dog while I was out and about. We haven’t spent to much time apart yet (me and the pup), and she did a great job putting my crazy puppy parent anxiety at ease.

I got to treat her to lunch at home – an omelet, roasted eggplant, fennel salad with raita and gouda. She came with the roasted eggplant and gouda, so really, she was treating me!

I finished reading #Girlboss.

Dinner was salad, grilled chicken, and mashed potatoes. The mashed potatoes came from Whole Foods. No shame – I’m happy with semi-home made when it means dinner in 15 minutes… and really any excuse to have some mashed potatoes.

There was a small slice of almond cream cake for dessert.

The weather was in the 70s on November 5th.

New England, you confuse me.