1. Spanish oj - it tastes properly of oranges - sourness, bitterness and all - which Florida juice does not. Florida juice tastes as if it has been sugared and watered down. The supermarket I use has recently changed hands and now offers both. Plus Spanish juice means fewer food miles. Hurrah.
2. Opening a packet of thick and beautifully patterned origami paper and using it to make a couple of models involving pleasing moves.
3. Washing your hair after a sticky day.
Consolation, Effra and icing.
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