oh, neighborhood

things that make me happy

the way the little guy jumps on my bed for a head nuzzle just when i am feeling most tired and alone.

mondegreen

baby, let's play house

Look at what my honey made. He's so clever!

puddle wonderful

For some reason, this song has always reminded me of my Dad. I don't really know why: we're not working class, and we were most definitely a Stones - not a Beatles - family. But nevertheless, it's my favourite John Lennon song and whenever I hear it I think of my Dad, and look forward to going home.

self-defense

I wish I'd gotten my hands on this a little sooner, since I'm heading back home soon I doubt I will have as much use for it as I have here in Geneva. Ladies, use it wisely.

my funny valentine

happy valentine's day everyone! I hope you are spending it with the people you love best in all the world! Here is a song to put you in the mood for love:

fear of tall giraffes

(with up so floating many bells down)