My various loves

Karin had her birthday last weekend. I bought her some chrysanthemums. Turns out, they’re mildly toxic to cats; since Jasper eats everything, I decided to keep them next to my own kitchen sink (Bianca is terrified of the sink).

We had plans for tonight, but I had to cancel them.

Pray for Ecuador to win. And pray for me: I’m not ready, emotionally, for this newest World Cup. I’m still reeling from the defeat to Switzerland.

At least I have it better than Martin. He’s a nervous wreck because the U.S. must play against Mexico to qualify for the Confederations Cup. That, to me, seems not worth worrying about.