I am trying to focus on my writing today (my other writing) and so I’ll keep this entry short.

Today Charlotte and I had a leisurely swim at the Bulb. It was chilly but not as cold as it has been. The sun was shining brightly and there was only the slightest breeze. We went a little bit later than usual and so the day was already warm, the beach filled with happy people and frolicking dogs. It felt a little like being on vacation.

Haze enshrouded the city and bridge, but, as always seems to be the case, the bad air made everything look more beautiful in the pictures (while I can’t ever seem to capture the glory of those brilliant clear days in photographs). And the clouds were especially stunning today.