Every morning, I wake up with Zinnia’s sweet face on my chest. She knows how to rest.

She is quiet; she never wakes me up. Today, we’re going to a museum in Albany. one of Maria’s favorite fiber artists is having a show. We have a neat Thai restaurant where we’ll have lunch. Then, I went back home for the duration of the weekend. We are tired. We need a good rest. We’re both excited about it.

I won’t be blogging, and for the first time, I won’t be taking pictures (except of Maria in the museum, a tradition for me). That’s scary, like not breathing—a test. No Flower Art for the first time in years. Ouch.

I will post daily requests for the Cambridge Food Pantry and a little rest for the Army of Good (thank you). I need a rest, and I am grateful for it and you all. I look forward to seeing you on Monday. Thanks for checking the pantry requests (below). J