It is a part of the morning I don’t see too often; early enough that it is still pitch black outside. Getting ready for a trip! In the meantime, here is a quick list of a few things I am grateful for:

• Live music
• Friend’s birthday parties
• Watching friends perform live
• Phone calls with new editors
• Invitations to speak about grants
• Coffee
• My laptop
• good luggage
• book club
• my camera