It’s an understatement to say it’s difficult to write about what happened to my body in 2021. I spend most days opening the document and tinkering away at it, an act that is mostly excruciating. I need to do it and I want to do it. I am not the victim of this book; I am the creator of it. It’s an integral part of my grief process and involves a feeling of pure freedom. But it’s not much fun. So my little treat to myself today is to write simply about some things that have been comforting me.
Doing Christmas on my terms
It’s all about Grinch, Gremlins, Happiest Season, The Family Stone and the expression on Judy Dench’s face in this picture. The plastic christmas tree in our lounge room sits on top of Gia’s toy cabinet and is the length of my arm, decorated with stars, angels, the Olsen Twins, and dainty gold tinsel. I avoid what makes me feel sad and dark about Christmas and embrace what makes me feel silly and festive. Keep it simple, stupid.
Tina Turner saying “I always knew I’d get glamorous”. I feel the same way.
Tina Turner photographed by Herb Ritts for Interview, August 1993. Enjoying reading.
After a decade-long rut, I’m finally back. I read 1.5 books a month this year, which is huge for me. Recent faves: I Feel Bad About My Neck (Nora Ephron), Women (Chloe Caldwell) and I’m Glad My Mom Died (Jeanette McCurdy).
Jennifer Tilly on RHOBH.
She steals every scene she’s in, knows how to have fun with her money without being stupid, and describes filming housewives as “scarier than Chucky”. Adore her.
Going to the movies like God intended.
I recently renewed my membership for both Club Dendy and Club Ritz and I suggest you do the same. Recent cinema viewings include: Heretic (a perfect Sagittarius Season watch), Conclave (this pope talkie thrilled me beyond belief), A Different Man (I stan Sebastian Stan) and Wicked (even a hater like me enjoyed it!) I don’t want to talk about Gladiator II because I don’t remember it (it was bad).
And with that, I’m off to buy a present for my cat because I feel guilty for not cuddling her more. Good-day!!!! xoxo Sophia
