I spent the afternoon with Rachel.

We decided to lunch at Chen’s. I put Rachel in the corner.

I love that we both do this – before we eat, we inhale the wonderful smells. Also, this veggie noodle soup was so fresh and delicious.

We stopped at Dream Bakery for some treats – rugelach, Persian walnut cookies, apple turnover, and this ginormous chocolate raspberry kolache-thingy. Rachel thought my bite was tiny and cute.

We shopped and shopped, and I found some jeans that fit! It’s a miracle. I now officially love Madewell.

When I took Rachel back home, Fatty and Stinky were slightly interested in us. But not really.

Also:

•  If I had all the monies, I would buy these and these.
• I’m totally going to make this and this.
• This is my new favorite cocktail. Thanks, Portland!
• I’m still brainstorming my autumn list.
• I watched this and liked it, and I read this and loved it.
• This is my new favorite type of puzzle.
• This is my new favorite app.

I hope you all have a great week!