Normally, the loud buzz of a weed whacker outside of the apartment would annoy me to no end, but (at least for today) its completely welcome. That sound means that it is officially nice enough outside to do yard work, which in turn means is spring! Quite an exciting development; I am totally ready for nice weather for a change.

Since today was so nice, I decided to forgo the Doctor Who marathons I have been indulging in lately, as well as the manic knitting  I have also been doing. Both are nice, but it was time for a break. The apartment was crying to be cleaned and straightened up, so I answered that cry. But what good is cleaning with no background music? So I downloaded this. I have an extreme soft spot for world music of all kinds, but I especially love Brazilian jazz type things. This was perfect. The kitchen is also now cleaned, as well as the rest of the apartment tidied up. It is lovely.

I also took a stroll down to the store to placate my sudden craving for oranges. Snagged five oranges and an awesome mango for $6. I am not sure if it is awesome that this is so thrilling…or just sad?

Also:

#17- M. and I have been looking at bikes for me for quite some time now. Renting one was alright for one time, but after a few it does not really become cost effective. So, investing in a bike seemed like a good idea. And M. would have someone to ride with too! So after shopping around online (and having a HORRIBLE experience with snobby salesclerks at one local bike shop) we finally got one! Its fabulous, rides well, and looks great! I have only taken it out once so far, as the weather has either been blah, we have had events to go to, or it was too late– but I hope to be biking a lot more this spring/summer/forever!