To my biggest fans.

Today, I’d like to express my gratitude to my parents for moving us into a house with no air conditioner when I was seven years old. Thanks to you, I am both capable of falling asleep to the sound of loud fans and in absurd heat. Without this foresight on your part, the next two and a half months of my life would be far less restful. My deepest thanks.

This picture has nothing to do with our stifling house, but is unquestionably a great picture of our family, so will be used anyway.

Happy Tuesday.

Gratitude.

Today I am grateful for great schools close to home, a mom who drives across the state to spend the day with her girls, and a sister to share a new city with.

Happy Wednesday.

Pizza party.

Today, after a long hiatus, I had the divine pleasure of having lunch with my mother and sister. My whirlwind two weeks, Mom's work schedule, and the Vocal Music Workshop Amy was participating in had effectively stymied Turner-girl quality time, but on this blessed Thursday, the stars aligned and we were able to partake of some delicious pizza from Gus' Original together. We enjoyed sparkling conversation, the Spanaka and the Garlic Tomato, and soda in glass bottles. The rest of the family has been raving about Gus' for a good while and now I understand why. Phenomenal crust, creative recipes, and plenty of outdoor seating? I'm sold.

We rounded out the meal with a trip to the Pump House, our new favorite frozen yogurt source, and made a quick trip to Fruitbasket Flowerland to take advantage of a sale on Adirondack chairs.

A pretty excellent way to spend a Thursday.

Time to assume my role as the keeper of the tacos. Adios.