Hi hello! I’m sick. It’s 28 degrees celsius outside and I’m stuck in my apartment. Luckily I have a balcony where I can take little breaks for some fresh air (as fresh as it gets when it’s 28 degrees outside) and listen to the birds playing in our building’s courtyard.
It’s been a long time since I had a fever and so when the shivering and having to put socks on (again, in 28 degree heat) came around yesterday I found myself panicking a little bit. My body is not supposed to feel this way!! My boyfriend was a kind angel who cut me watermelon with squeezed lime on top, put a cold towel on my forehead and managed to not laugh at me when I cried like a baby for “not wanting to feel like this”.
Anyway, I woke at 5 am in a pool of sweat and then again at 7 am feeling better, yet still slightly loopy and weak. And so I don’t really have the energy to write anything with what even resembles a red thread. Instead I thought I could share a few trivial things that I want. A little curated birthday wishlist, if you will, as I turn 32 in just a few short weeks! I’ll also leave you with some recommendations from yours truly.
The Babaa Jumper no17. Been eyeing this for years.
The Una Sandal from Maryam Nassir Zadeh. Perfect for dressing up an everyday look. And so comfy with the strap higher up on the foot!
The Lea Ring from Lara Sonmez. I’m not a jewellery person, I only really wear this one ring I got from my bf. And an occasional bracelet. But this one I fell for as soon as I saw it.
The Patagonia Hip Pack. Perfect for running or just running quick errands in the neighborhood. I always carry my phone and keys in my hand when I go to get groceries and whatever, but with this I have a light tiny purse to bring with me!
Blanket from Tekla. A girl can dream. But I have an obsession with the idea of a dark red blanket on our bed. And this in beautiful mohair - in love.
Listening to
Cooking
Sweet potato tacos with charred corn salsa (corn, spring onion, cilantro and mint mixed in a sauce of yoghurt, mayo, paprika powder, salt and lime), fresh mango and avocado. Strawberries with sugar and milk for dessert!
Reading
All Fours by Miranda July.
Watching
Presumed Innocent on Apple TV+. A perfect summer thriller in my opinion.
Until next week! Happy summer!
x Frida