Luggage and Literature

The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only a page. - St. Augustine

Friday Five 6-19-2020

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BVIThis is the forty-fifth installment in my sorta weekly series, called the Friday Five. In this series, I’ll tell you about five random things that I love, whether they be books, travel, music, movies…or whatever. So without further ado, 6-19-2020’s Friday Five!

1–Veronica Mars. I only found out about Veronica Mars when one of my book club’s members picked The Thousand Dollar Tan Line. I don’t remember the TV show when it was on TV. But I started watching it on Hulu recently and am totally digging it in all of its 90s glory!

2–Dr. Seuss meets Dr. Dre. Wes Tanks raps Dr. Seuss books over Dr. Dre beats, and it is GLORIOUS!! Check him out asap!

3–The Clip Out. I’ve made no secret of my love of Peloton. This podcast loves Peloton even more than me! And they give all of the Peloton news every week, along with interviews with Peloton users.

4–Sunken Ruins. How cool are these?! Some look pretty easily accessible, while others are out of reach for my current level of experience. But even just looking at the photos are pretty awesome.

5–Hustlers at Home. Robin Arzon is a Peloton instructor, and just downright awesome. During the pandemic she started a series on her Instagram page, where she talks with other instructors and cool people. It’s called Hustlers at Home, and I can’t stop watching them!

Friday Five 5-1-2020

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This is the forty-fourth installment in my sorta weekly series, called the Friday Five. In this series, I’ll tell you about five random things that I love, whether they be books, travel, music, movies…or whatever. So without further ado, 5-1-2020’s Friday Five!

1–Palimony podcast. Two of my attorney friends in the area just started a podcast. I listened to the first episode this week and literally laughed out loud several times. Funny and random thoughts on life, and I look forward to future episodes.

2–WW. I’ve been doing Weight Watchers for about a year now. I’m down 18 pounds, which isn’t a huge amount, but this is probably the longest period of time not gaining weight, and working to lose more, so I’m happy with that. The program and app are really helpful. I attend the workshops (currently via zoom), and find them to be helpful too. Just something that’s working really well for me at the moment. If you’re also interested in joining, let me know and I can send you an invite. If I invite you, we each get a free month.

3–Lacero. This is fan fiction for Ready Player One by Ernest Cline. The fan fiction was written by Andy Weir (who also wrote The Martian and Artemis). Ernest Cline decided that he liked the short story enough, that he made it Canon for the Ready Player One world. Very well written and super enjoyable.

4–Peloton. Since we’re all social distancing, I’m appreciating my Peloton even more. Being able to work out anytime I want and at home has been a lifesaver. Seriously, I think that my Peloton is worth. every. penny. Right now Peloton Digital is free for 30 days. It includes all of the content (cycling, running, walking, strength, stretching, yoga, meditation, dance, family classes). And if you’re interested in purchasing the bike or the tread, use my referral code (WH9XBC) and we both get $100 credit in the boutique.

5–Tiger King Memes. Like nearly everyone else, I watched The Tiger King during my quarantine and isolation at home. A friend clued me into groups on facebook who post Tiger King memes. I’ve really been enjoying these lately. So funny and so stupid.

Friday Five 7-12-2019

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This is the thirty-ninth installment in my sorta weekly series, called the Friday Five. In this series, I’ll tell you about five random things that I love, whether they be books, travel, music, movies…or whatever. So without further ado, 7-12-2019’s Friday Five!

1–The Making of The Greatest Showman. I’ve not made a secret of my love for The Greatest Showman. Here’s some behind the scenes details.

2–Baking Hacks. I’m a baker. I enjoy making cookies and cakes to enjoy and share. I’ve not been baking a ton lately because I’m doing WW, but these hacks will definitely come in handy!

3–Willa Cather. Mike and I recently visited the Willa Cather Foundation and museum in Red Cloud, Nebraska (the post is coming!). I also found this article on Atlas Obscura.

4–Space. Ever wondered about how astronauts wash their hair on the International Space Station? Now you can know.

5–Tour de Nebraska. I ride Peloton, and really want to get a road bike and ride outside too. I’m thinking that the Tour de Nebraska needs to be part of the summer of 2020’s fun.

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