1. I haven't done one of these in so long that I worry I won't have anything to say...

2. Absolutely inhaling Bernardine Evaristo's Girl, Woman, Other. And reading a physical book - a big, fat paperback in this case - has felt totally indulgent.

3. 90s every day with no end in sight. I hate summer.

4. Life is mentally exhausting right now. Every little thing requires more thought than seems reasonable. The joys of living during a pandemic.

5. Roy Ayers Radio on Spotify has been the best accompaniment to my mood lately.

6. Having family close is a joy!