green biker, originally uploaded by Lizzie~Belle.

I went for a nice long walk today, all the way up to the sculptures on the bike trail. It was relatively mild, compared with what we've had lately. I didn't manage to make it out while the sun was still shining, but that's OK. It was a good walk.

I was listening to the audiobook of Casanova, narrated by Benedict Cumberbatch, thanks to grrlfriday. There was much giggling. And sighing. It's just perfect.

I've been watching some of the Olympics, but so far I haven't really been wowed by anything. Some of the commentators crack me up with their enthusiasm, and a lot of them really annoy me (especially when they criticize the athletes). I understand why some people are refusing to watch; I very much disagree with the policies of Russia, too. But for me it's about the athletes, not the politics or the sponsors. They all worked hard to get there, and I want to celebrate their victories and accomplishments with them. It's not their fault that the venue is in a questionable place.

tomato bisque, originally uploaded by Lizzie~Belle.

Can you guess what I had for lunch? ;)

It's been a long afternoon. My coworker left at 1:00 to head to Florida, and she won't be back until next Thursday, so it's going to be a long few days. I hope to have a relaxing weekend; the plans I had for tomorrow have unexpectedly fallen through, and I feel OK about that. I have projects that have been neglected, and of course laundry to do. And Olympic sports to be watched.

I enjoy the winter games more than the summer ones. They're more exciting, more death-defying. More stylish. And, in the case of short-track speed skating, more dizzying.

I had a dream this morning that the (fictional) husband of my (fictional) friend, who was quite wealthy, was ordering me a new computer. I asked him if it could be a laptop. Wishful thinking, much? ;)

In addition to laundry and various projects, I hope to be able to get out and take some pictures this weekend. I need to think of a different place to go; perhaps I'll hit up that cemetery in West Springfield, if it's nice out. Hey, anaquana, are there any big cemeteries in Agawam?

Anyone have any fun plans for the weekend? Have a good one!

corner, originally uploaded by Lizzie~Belle.

I'm up to day 50 in my 365 project. Go me!

After a Lunch Fail (underdone noodles that then went cold when I helped a customer) (but it was a good sale to a new customer, so, yay), I walked down to the center of town in the wonderful 40 degree sunshine. It was a bit breezy, but it felt good. Most of Tuesday's snow has melted. I made up for my lack of a decent lunch with Mini Robin's Eggs from Walgreens. I wanted dark chocolate Cadbury Mini Eggs, but nobody seems to have them this year. Poo!

Something else that I can't find anywhere: elderberry jelly. Does nobody make that anymore? Not even the gourmet places have it. I want some!

I'm thinking of rewatching this week's LOST tonight instead of the Olympics. I don't really like the boys' figure skating. I know this is an unpopular stance, but I just can't get into it. Plus, LOST was fantastic this week! It deserves another look.

velvet, originally uploaded by Lizzie~Belle.

After a mostly cloudy morning, the sun finally came out, and I went for not one but two walks to enjoy it. And I'll probably go out again, because it's still sunny and nice.

I found this rose beside a fresh grave in the cemetery, and I love how the velvety petals almost glow.

I've been watching the Olympics on and off today, and I had to crack up at how excited the announcer for the cross-country race was. It's cross country, man! How exciting can that be? *g*