Impending parenthood does strange things to you.


Mama discovered that she, in fact, can sew like a champ. She made two portable changing pads for Baby with Grandma a few weeks ago, then a freakin adorable kimono for Baby. I have to get pictures of them all.  Lots of bright colors, and cupcakes, even.

I, as I mentioned, discovered a work ethic I never knew I had — or, at least, that I haven’t experienced since prelims, comps or classes I especially liked as an undergrad.

I also have a nice slice of soda bread that Mama made in my backpack, for worktime munching.  Also after I paint again tonight, I’m sure.

Moleskine case.


The Mrs. P-designed Moleskine case to which I eluded earlier is finished. Thanks to the two blizzards this week, UPS was behind with deliveries, and then couldn’t get to our building (though of course USPS did). As such, our small Valentine’s Day gifts never came. A set of giraffe hair clips I bought on Etsy did come. So my sweet little wife set about knitting me a case to hold my pocket Moleskine and planner, with a pen to boot.

It’s a perfect fit. Nice and snug, without having to bear-grease the two books get ‘em in there. Holds a pen, probably a few to boot. The opening is slightly tapered in, to keep it all in and together. Wonderful! The wool she made it of is very nice and feels durable.  I almost can’t wait to go back to work this week, to get to carry them around.  Almost