As far as perfect days go, today was pretty much it. We awoke to a sunny 60 degree morning and headed out in search of the perfect espresso (me) and Dr Pepper (David - no such luck). After a quick breakfast standing at the bar in the cafe down the street, we enjoyed exploring the local agricultural co-op store, which turned out to be a great place to buy gifts. You're welcome, family! We ended up back there for lunch because the panini looked scrumptious. Today somehow ended

An idiot, I mean. And I am in full-on "idiot mode" this week. I've managed to duplicate a hotel reservation in Madrid and almost botched a 40,000 point bonus from Citi because my head is just not in the game right now. I blame Summer Break. The laziness of No Alarm Season has turned my brain the consistency of a fried egg - my biggest ambition this week has been to watch Netflix and not fall off the couch. Hopefully by the time we leave for Europe on Monday I will have my act