things I love right now
The way Shorty dramatically tilts his head when I ask him something, as if he’s carefully considering my request before he responds.
The fact that I now work in the health and wellness industry, which means I am purposely making good decisions like drinking more water, eating consistent breakfasts, taking advantage of the shorter commute by lifting weights in the morning, and parking at the far end of the lot and walking into work (that last one is not my choice actually, but it still counts).
A new workstation that features so many computers and monitors (four!) that it feels like I work at NASA.
The routine Sunny has of climbing into Jason’s lap after dinner, cuddling up just so on his chest, and then extending a paw up to his face, as though she’s claiming him all to herself.
That thanks to the new weed killer I used two weeks ago, the percentage of time I spend on weed removal is down 99%.
When Jason or I “talk” for Shorty, whom we pretend is an enthusiastic entrepreneur. His previous business ideas have included a lemonade stand for dogs (featuring dog treats and water), a Beanie Baby collection featuring his likeness, and a consulting business (he didn’t clarify what type of consulting, however). As a result, he often “asks” Jason or I for various office supplies, such as whiteboards, tape recorders, a cell phone, an assistant, and inexplicably, a bunk bed.
Jolly Rancher popsicles.
The way Abby has graduated from demanding to be lint rolled whenever I’m cleaning to demanding that I brush her with the attachment from the vacuum cleaner.
Summer dresses and the fact that nearly every single one I own is either teal, brown, teal with brown accents, or brown with teal polka dots.
The fact that it is fun for me to be enraged by the following summer nuisances while still enjoying summer: moles, crabgrass, biting flies, mosquitoes, and humidity you have to bust through like a high school linebacker barreling through a banner during Homecoming.
