When you start a new job, there’s always an adjustment period.  You’re learning new responsibilities, figuring out how to succeed.  But when your job last for only 90 days, by the time you adjust, the work is over.  It’s a bit of a roller coaster.

But enough about work, let’s talk about something more fun.

My nerves are a bit overloaded when I get home at the end of the day.  I need comfort.  I need easy.  I need to just relax and do something I enjoy.  Something that doesn’t require a lot of extra mental effort, but

I have eliminated nearly all of my magazine subscriptions, but I just can’t give up on Real Simple.  And when a one-year subscription costs $5 on Amazon, why should I?

This is one of the few magazines that isn’t pushing an unattainable life.  The recipes, features, fashion tips, etc. are useful with a little something extra.  I look forward to it every month.

When I was visiting my friend in California, her Mom had recently sent her a care package from Taiwan.  They contained these delightful pineapple pastries.  They were like a tastier version of a pineapple Newton.  Not too sweet, but perfectly capable of satisfying your 3:00PM sugar craving.

Last weekend, I did an “Ask Me Anything” on Instagram Stories, and it was a lot of fun.  Someone asked what my dream job would be if I didn’t work in government, and my answer was Television Writer.

Several people suggested that I listen to a podcast called, “Happier in Hollywood.”  It’s hosted by the female writing team, Sarah Fain and Liz Craft (Women’s Murder Club, The Shield).  And it discusses the ins and outs of the television business, and occasionally covers career and life advice.  It’s a lot of fun.

Can we talk about suiting and blazers?  Primarily how masculine they can be.  Everyone needs a good basic, but once you have that suit (or suits), branching out can be tough.  So I went hunting for a few work-appropriate blazers with feminine details?

This Rachel Roy belted jacket has a pleated, slightly puffed sleeve.  It would look great with the coordinating pants or with black separates.  For plus-size option, check out this Eloquii blazer with a pearl detail and pleat sleeve.

As for other options, this ruffle front Tahari ASL blazer is worth a look.  It also comes in a gorgeous medium-hue navy pantsuit.  Finally, this $40 Topshop Chuck On blazer in a silky fabric is a colorful, modern option over simple sheath dresses.

Montana is famous for its micro-climates.  Helena seems to be afflicted with light humidity that, when mixed with the frequent cloudy skies, holds pollution down at ground level.  It’s wreaking havoc on my skin, and even Kyle is breaking out.

So I reached for the only “toner” that I trust to remove dirt, oil, and residue without drying out my skin: Clinique Clarifying Lotion.  One swipe, and my skin feels completely refreshed.

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