It’s been one of those weeks when I’ve let negativity get to me. Sometimes, when the hate seems to outweigh the love, it’s a good idea to write about things that I’m grateful for. That, and look to Jesus.

For now, the cool stuff:

» NCT 127’s new Japan video is out, “Chain.” While I can’t tell if I like the song (I’ve never been partial to Japanese but it keeps getting stuck in my head), I quite like the concept of the video. Flowers and powertools are a great combination. I love how the art director hit a vaporwave vibe without any pink, fuchsia, or purple. And the safety glasses are epic.

» The small satisfaction of doing a good job at something. Even if it’s something as simple as putting together packets for a workshop.

» George Foreman and his grills! I got my George Foreman grill out of storage this week and have been loving it. Not sure why I wasn’t on the bandwagon the first time I used it, because it’s easy to use, easy to clean, and cooks me up frozen burger patties in like 4 minutes. AND it makes killer carnitas.

» I found out that my grocery store smokes their own pork shoulder. See above.

» Rediscovering Mister Money Mustache was a delightful reminder this afternoon. That, and he confirmed a suspicion that I had about a finance book that I’m no longer going to buy, and will be a good reference for me in this portion of my life: the saving and learning portion of my life.

and last but not least,

» Lucy Eyelesbarrow