1. The Chicago Cubs playing in their first World Series since 1945. That's 71 years. 71 YEARS. I've been a Cubs fan for the last 4 of them, even though they had the worst record in baseball when I climbed aboard the Cubs train in 2012. They basically lost as many games (101) in 2012 as they won this year (103 in the regular season). We can't count the Postseason games yet because they are IN THE WORLD SERIES right now. It's a helluva time to be a Cubs fan. We went to the 1st and 2nd NLDS games in Chicago a few weeks ago, and that needs to be a separate post. I should also write a post about 10 reasons why these Cubs are my favorite. I give you exhibit A below -- not taking themselves too seriously. (this in reference to their Hulk Smash outfielder/catcher/DH Kyle Schwarber having been in show choir in High School).
We can’t all be like @kschwarb12. pic.twitter.com/GQR90v9hyc— Chicago Cubs (@Cubs) October 27, 2016
2. I'm not normally one to dress up my dog, but this Cubs dog jersey was just too cute. Apollo wore it throughout the 4 plus hour game and it didn't seem to bother him one bit. He is by far the most tolerant pet in the house.
3. Westworld on HBO. I wasn't expecting to like it as much I did. We binged the first 4 episodes this week. Artificial Intelligence in the Westworld "park" is maybe more intelligent and less artificial than planned. Think it might replace The Walking Dead for me... the season premiere of TWD was BRUTAL. Some things you just can't unsee.
4. The Popcast - if you like pop culture, delightful witty banter, and/or laughing, this is the podcast for you. It's my one don't-miss podcast every week. If you're not listening, you're doing life wrong. (click the Popcast name for their "starter pack" of best intro episodes... but really you should just binge-listen to them all).
5. Getting the "new home orientation" date on our house. We had a tentative closing date, now we have an orientation date the week before to review anything that needs fixing before we close, go over warranties, etc. Less than a month until we move!
6. Faithful Place by Tana French The third book in the Dublin Murder Squad series and so far my favorite. I picked up #4 from the library today. Also, It Ends with Us by Colleen Hoover. It came highly recommended and I admit the Goodreads description left me wanting, but it really brings it home by the end. See trigger warnings on Goodreads page.
7. This daily deal from the Missouri Star Quilt Company. $20 for a Bonnie and Camille jelly roll? Yes please.
8. This picture of IG user @lauraiz dressing her baby up as baby Groot from Guardians of the Galaxy. You can see her full IG feed here. Be sure to scroll down far enough in her feed to see her dressed as Barb and then Eleven from Stranger Things. If I had to choose only one instagram account to follow, it would probably be hers.
9. Being able to sleep with the windows open. It's been getting down to the 50's and even 40's here at night in NC. Sleeping with the windows open = THE BEST.
10. Did I mention the Cubs are playing IN THE WORLD SERIES?!? I leave you with the Chicago PD's response (after Game 2) to the Cleveland PD tweeting that there was a missing persons' report for Cubs' offense (after Game 1).
GO CUBS GO!!!
Have a great weekend!
Linking up with "10 Things That Made Me Happy This Week"
