list no. 15 :: random warning

1. Twice now, I've ordered food in restaurants specific to my being delicate issues, (gluten and dairy-free), only to find my food smothered in cheese and the cheese hidden, or a regular pizza crust when the order was gluten-free. It's crazy to think I need to inspect my food when it comes to the table, although entirely worth it, (and necessary apparently). 
2. I pulled on my big girl pants last week and made a decision that was hard, but has me breathing easier. 
3. I'm not going to Squam in September. It's not my year and I'm really glad that I finally stopped torturing myself about the decision by telling everyone that needed to know. 
4. I like that after this week, (Coachella, eep!!), we don't have a lot planned. I'm looking forward to a leisurely summer getting set up in our new home. 
5. I'm SO EXCITED about Coachella. Seriously, it's been a dream of mine to go and I'm so looking forward to everything, including camping.
6. Despite the naysayers, I think the camping experience is going to be good. We're not going for cute, or party, or anything other than the music. Simple and comfortable is my motto. Layered clothes and a pair of boots to protect my feet from porta potty grossness. Hair ties and sunnies, sunscreen and a lot of lip balm. 
7. I can't bring a DSLR or a film camera with a detachable lens, making my bag of essentials light, (hurray!), and easy because I won't be laboring over what cameras to bring. 
8. I'm thinking my Polaroid Spectra because having to shield the new film is going to be annoying in the hot desert sun.
9. Did I tell you I'm most excited to see Dr. Dre and Snoop Dog? 
10. There are a ton of amazing bands and performers on the line-up. Go check it out here
11. I'm proud that I remembered to buy a rubber mallet for putting tent stakes into the ground. And who knew that a mallet also comes equipped with a hook for removing the stakes when it's time to break down? I'm going to be a camper in no time!
12. I've got big camping plans. 
13. I need some good reading recommendations. I feel like the books I've been reading lately haven't been so captivating and nothing beckons to me at the library or bookstore. Help please!