Just Good Things: May 15, 2026

Last night, I got to see two of my colleagues honored at our annual faculty awards gala. They both deserve all the accolades. Even better, everyone else in the room recognized it too. There were lots of cheers and applause. It was also joyful to hear everyone's speeches.

Here's what else made me happy this week:

• Cooler weather allowing us to keep the windows open
• Kiddo said I looked really pretty before I left for an event
• Drinks with the bestie (that ended up being comped because our dinner order took longer than it should have)
• Hot black coffee
• Rewatching the video of our kiddo losing her first tooth
• The shoe game at my University's commencement
• Going to the ballet with my favorite neighbor
• Hearing about a friend's trip to Bangkok
• Kiddo asked for a "nose kiss"

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