A very dear friend who I haven’t seen in ages visited us tonight. Paisley was immediately enamored with Jen and showered her with kisses. We were surprised to realize we hadn’t seen each other since the Brain Tumor Walk in Golden Gate Park nearly six years ago (check out our team photo, we are the two in the…
After listening to the rain pelt against our windows and roof all day, I longed for a good hot soak. I combined Epsom salts and lavender bubbles for relaxation, used my favorite peppermint body scrub, and enjoyed a piece of chocolate and this little bottle of Myx fusions peach moscato. Yum! All my special touches…
There are an estimated 40 million caregivers in the U.S. We are the voluntary workforce taking care of our aging population, and we are mostly invisible. That was, until these last couple of days, when actor Rob Lowe wrote a heartfelt personal article in Sunday’s “USA Today” about his experience caregiving. And then, this morning’s…
One of my besties called me this evening, and after a bit of catch up, we set up a lunch date in a few weeks. It’s been months since I’ve seen her, so I’m super excited! Today’s #OneGoodThing was planning a lunch date with Angelina! What was your #OneGoodThing today? Please share in the comments! Day 14 of…
Mama and I enjoyed the most glorious peppermint fudge cupcakes tonight! I found them at our local organic grocer on Friday, though they’re made by the same Bay Area bakery that created the triple lemon and mint chocolate cupcakes we adore. This new flavor hasn’t been available before, and we love it! Today’s #OneGoodThing was devouring peppermint…
Mama and I went to a master class being held by IT Cosmetics at our local Ulta Beauty this morning. We learned about the fantastic line of skincare and makeup, practiced new tips and application tricks, and each got a beautiful makeover! Today’s #OneGoodThing was attending a fun makeup event with Mama! Many thanks to Danielle and…
This funky green cauliflower provided great eye candy on my routine Friday grocery trip today. The spirals are so pretty and otherworldly! I didn’t buy one, but had to snap a photo to share with mama — and all of you, of course! So, who’s tried it and how did you like it? Does it…
Mama and I have loved watching these two wax-covered Amaryllis bulbs grow. You can follow the progression in the photos. About three weeks passed from start to gorgeous! Today’s #OneGoodThing was enjoying the beautiful Amaryllis flowers with Mama! Thanks to Trader Joe’s for selling these plants, which have brightened our winter! What was your #OneGoodThing today? Please share…
My immune system has been attacking my guts lately as I struggle with a Vitamin C deficiency, in addition to my Vitamin B12 deficiency. So I was really looking forward to my 13th Crohn’s chemo infusion today because it shuts down my overactive immune system. Exhaustion-wise, I feel like I was hit by a truck.…
We were about ready to put away our holiday decorations when we remembered that we hadn’t yet finished! Mama and I had postponed our candle lighting on the 7th and 8th nights of Chanukah this year due to health reasons. We fully planned to reschedule our traditions after a week or so, but it didn’t…
I typically don’t drive for more than 10 minutes at a time, because I find it physically difficult. However, today I had to take Mama to an appointment about a two-hour drive away. It took every last “spoon” we had, but we made it, collapsing in our beds upon our arrival home. Mama woke up…
Shortly after midnight, I placed an online order for fresh groceries that Mama and I needed. And this morning, a kind and thorough shopper from InstaCart delivered everything. Though it was pouring rain all day, we didn’t have to leave the house thanks to Liz. Paisley showed our gratitude with lots of kisses and even…
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