Obligatory Weekly Karal Post Before a Weekend of Tropical Storm Rains, Organizing, Writing, and Trying to Get Moderately Ahead. Happy Friday.

I always slide into Friday with the thought, "Now that was interesting. What the heck was that?" Sometimes I wonder how I keep up with my schedule and if, truly, I can maintain all I commit myself to do. This was one of those weeks and I'm exhausted from summer, preparing for the semester, submissions, and now teaching.

This is why I love my dog. She centers my universe with her canine selfishness, her wonky ways, and her need to be loved 24/7 unconditionally. She seriously has no ability to share my time with others and if you come in her way, she'll do everything to steal attention from her. She simply wants ear rubs, a lap, and to keep my focus on her. 

I adore it. 

The photo was taken when I made her watch U of L volleyball on Sunday. She didn't want to share time with the Cards, but I've kept track of their season since leaving Louisville in 2007 and remain a fan. I simply love good sport and they've always played with pride and integrity. 

The rain doesn't arrive until midnight tonight and I'm okay with being trapped in my house to finish writing projects. I'm getting there, but as many of you know, writing is hard. There's a lot more blood, sweat, and tears that goes into it than balloons, cupcakes, and confetti (that only goes to the very, very lucky)(and talented).

Here's to the weekend. For those who celebrate...enjoy every second coming your way.