Just Good Things: July 17, 2026

When the kiddo and I stepped outside this morning, she immediately covered her nose and mouth and declared the air "disgusting." The Canadian wildfire smoke has smothered our area in a smoky haze. It is unpleasant. I'm grateful that our kiddo's camp has alternative stuff planned in case the air quality gets even worse. I would completely understand if this outdoor camp opted to close for the day, but I'm glad they have options.

Here's what else made me happy:

• Reading in the shade at the pool
• Rewatching Project Hail Mary
• Kiddo has been artfully arranging her stuffies while making her bed every morning
• The campus bus arrived early most days
• I opted to workout while watching the rerun of that day's Tour de France stage
• An easy return drop off
• Kiddo yelled "Go, Red!" every time Norway touched the ball during their last World Cup match
• Knowing I have a week off next week

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