Writer, Reader, Photographer, Herder of Cats, Collector of Dusty/Old Things.
A space for personal essays, travel tales, home projects, and life updates that offer a behind-the-scenes look at my everyday adventures.
I think I saw my old car, my former car, on my drive into work. My last car was quite distinctive and retro: a 1992 Volvo Station Wagon. It's weird seeing a car you previously owned, almost like running into an ex. But, if it was my car, I'm glad it's still on the road… Continue reading The Ghost of Volvo Past
It's starting to look like Winter outside. She glided in softly yesterday evening, readying herself for a proper appearance. Unlike previous years, Winter didn't show up in October and steal Autumn's thunder. (Winter had one prequel visit before this, but it was brief so she's forgiven.) I live in an area where I should be… Continue reading You’re such a prude, Mary.
After yesterday's post, I felt inspired to draw out my ineffectual fist bump with Sue the T-Rex. It was quite theraputic! Yup! That's me, in my bathrobe, with my lobster claw hands. I spent less than 5 minutes drawing it and more than 15 minutes looking for markers, paper, a working pen... Did I mention… Continue reading Orginal Artwork by Juli Hoffman or… I’m procrastinating, again.
JULI HOFFMAN 