alone time.

z is heading north bound tonight, leaving me and emi to fend for ourselves for the next few days. i will miss our weekend routine but i'm also looking forward to having some time to myself. i think every healthy relationship requires a little space here and there, don't you agree?

there are a few things i like to do when the man of the house is away. one of them is inviting my sisters to stay with me for the weekend since i don't get to see them as nearly as much as i'd like to. unfortunately, however, they are as busy as i am and are going to Catalina this weekend for a church retreat. brings back fond memories of my retreat days..

another thing i enjoy doing is experimenting with various recipes. z is a picky eater so i'm always conscious about what to make for dinner, i usually have to play it safe. but when he's gone, i bring out the secret ingredients hidden in the cupboards and play scientist in the kitchen. i plan on making cupcakes, shortcake cookies, a breakfast dish, and a seafood dish. i get hungry just thinking about the possibilities!

lastly, i like to have some one-on-one girl time with the wonderful ladies in my life. girls just have a certain connection with each other that boys can't seem to fathom (i think the same applies to guys too). it's a funny thing :)

this is not to say that i won't miss z because i will. and i'd go with him if i didn't have a dumb midterm on Monday - i sincerely miss his family.. but emi and i are gonna have a fun girls only weekend, i'm sure of it!