every year, my running girls and i recite and celebrate mcsweeney’s article, “It’s Decorative Gourd Season.” (that @!#@ is so seasonal. you’re either ready to reap this freaky harvest or you’re not!)

took a short break to make these silly gifts for their upcoming birthdays. it’s true. cross stitch makes the gifts even more campy. someone’s got to appreciate this old, useless talent of mine. my running girls will. :-)