Sorry for the delay, folks. At the time I’d normally post this, my daughter and I were taking our old dog Sally to the emergency vet. She’s got a fractured jaw and could use a care package or two of her own. If you can, keep my poor sweetie in your thoughts. Thanks!

Poetry: At the Carnival by Anne Spencer

Art nouveau: Stanisław Wyspiański’s Motherhood

Quote: “Inspiration is a guest that does not willingly visit the lazy.” – Tchaikovsky

Architecture: Sagrada Familia Basilica in Barcelona, Spain

Song: “Laminated Cat” by Loose Fur

Animal: Miniature donkey