A few months ago, I texted my brother to suggest that he buy me a new iPod "to support the blog." The request was in jest (sort of), and it almost revealed this blog for what it is - an elaborate ruse to get people to buy me the things I want. (See my prior post entitled "Goodies.")
I needed new music to play when I'm baking. Really, how many pies can I make while weeping into the filling over Emmylou Harris' 'Wrecking Ball'? Ryan was sympathetic to the temporary lack of income that prevents me from buying myself luxury items. So he got me a 160GB iPod and put all of his music on it. There is so much to explore! I am very excited and utterly spoiled by my big brother. Now that I have a job and can't use unemployment as an excuse for free stuff, I feel far too spoiled. But I'll consider it a generous early birthday gift and make sure Ryan gets a pie every time he visits. Ryan even put a thoughtful inscription on it: "Pie-making Music." Aw.
I should also take this moment to thank my friend Jon for donating to the blog. He gave me an apple peeler and a strawberry huller (I didn't even know that was a thing). I can't wait to try them out!
