More than 10 years ago, I started a personal tradition I call “Self-Care Sundays,” which helps me prepare for the week ahead. Some Sundays, Mama and I do face masks or I take a relaxing, fancy bath. Other times, I call one of my besties, organize my thoughts into lists/charts, read a book, revel in…
After another excellent chiropractic adjustment this morning, Mama and I decided to stop for chicken waffle sandwiches on the way home. We were thrilled to return to Sonoma Crust and see our friend Anne again. Of course, we also ordered some of her delicious beignets! Today’s #OneGoodThing was enjoying this feast with Mama and catching up with our…
Mama and I got free bagels at Panera today! Yay! (Fellow bagel/Panera fans, it was part of a promo that’s continuing through the end of the year.) We selected chocolate chip bagels, which I find are delicious toasted with butter or shmear (cream cheese). Our big excitement of the day, besides the free bagels, of…
Mama loves tea and she’s obsessed with peacocks; so when I saw this tea infuser with the beautiful peacock adornment, I simply could not resist. I absolutely made a weird, squeaky noise of excitement and scared another shopper. Whatever. This was the perfect find. And Mama LOVED it! She couldn’t wait to enjoy a cuppa,…
Mama and I stopped at our local bead shop for legit reasons yesterday. We needed to change out the cord on her Lifeline necklace, but since we were there, we also got supplies to create a few other little projects. But as I finished stringing beads for a pretty necklace, I realized that we had…
After fantastic chiropractic adjustments, Mama and I decided to tackle a few errands along the way home. First, we stopped at our local bead shop, where Kris helped us replace the drab grey, satin cord of Mama’s Lifeline necklace with a beautiful, adjustable, green leather cord. Of course, once in a bead shop, we couldn’t…
Mama and I have been watching two different animal videos on repeat lately because they’re just so funny. We learned that pandas loves leaves and dogs love fries, and both are mischievous! These funny clips have had us laughing for days. The pandas are especially adorable when they roll up in a ball inside the…
Mama and I have decided to postpone our lighting of the 7th and 8th night Chanukah candles, until a time when I can stand the sight of light again. My migraine has not yet released its grip on my skull. Today’s #OneGoodThing was a happy Chanukah with Mama! Here’s wishing you a happy festival of lights! Day…
A migraine triggered a Crohn’s flare for me today, leaving me mostly miserable. That is, until sweet Paisley climbed into my bed and nestled herself firmly against my back. It was just the comfort I needed. Today’s #OneGoodThing was Paisley’s big heart! Day 342 of 365. And Day 1,073 in a row (here’s the first 366 & the following 365)! 1…
Today is the two-year anniversary of Paisley’s adoption. Mama and I absolutely adore her, falling more in love with each snore and waddle. We feel deeply grateful this spunky, loving girl is part of our family. Paisley celebrated with a special dog cookie and lots of cuddles! Mama and I also both got our hair…
Latkes with brisket, applesauce, and sour cream Chewing has ranged from uncomfortable to painful for the last three weeks, so today I returned to my dentist for an adjustment on my recent same-day crown. Thankfully, no numbing was required, just a bit of grinding down until my bite was even. I was thrilled to be…
For the fourth night of Chanukah this evening, Mama and I joined a couple of friends to light candles and celebrate. We sang prayers and a song, and we played a hilarious game of driedel with gelt and mini porcelain figurines. Our colorful, paper crowns from the Chanukah crackers added to the festivities. We enjoyed…
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