Yesterday we had our good friends, Jim and Ann, for lunch at our warm, cozy home, and it was a delightful few hours. Cia prepared a wonderful winter meal, and the conversation around the table was as fresh and delightful as the food. Afterwards, we enjoyed tea, homemade cookies, pound cake, and more conversation in front of the fire. It felt good to be hosting friends again, something we've gotten away from in the last few months.

Today I had my first decent workout in what seems like many, many weeks. I went to the Y and pumped away on the treadmill, up steep inclines and at a fairly fast pace , and it was great fun. I look forward to more heavy breathing and sweat in the coming days and weeks.

Found on our fridge this morning: