Floating through the afternoon
Floating is one of my favorite ways to rest, especially when the weather is hot. And with a large, mostly deserted swimming pool where we’re staying, Benny got to take […]
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gabriana
Writer/Editor, Artist/Maker, Family Caregiver, Perpetually Positive Spoonie, chai and mint chocolate lover with two sweet, wee rescue dogs
A badass reminder
Before leaving for Palm Springs, I sent myself a care package filled with Benny’s food (too heavy for my suitcase). Mama tucked this card inside the box before it was […]
Guncle-style vacation
Admittedly, I was already planning my trip to Palm Springs when I devoured the wonderful novel Guncle by Steven Rowley, which is set here. It felt synchronous! So I enjoyed […]
Puzzling to relax
Puzzling has regained popularity in our home since last fall when Mama’s neuro-oncologist reminded us it is an excellent brain exercise. But as such, I haven’t been participating at all, […]
Serene desert view
Today’s #OneGoodThing is enjoying this serene desert view from where I’m staying in Palm Springs! Many thanks to our friend Jenny for making this possible! What was your #OneGoodThing today? […]
Surprise lunch with extended family
I woke up to a surprise lunch invitation from extended family also in the Palm Springs area. Though Benny and I are enjoying our alone time here in the desert, […]
Starting to relax
Today is my first full day of vacation. And so far, it is glorious! Our friend Jenny saw that I needed help and offered me her Palm Springs condo as […]
Refreshing night swimming
Today has been exhausting, but full of good things. One of the best parts was ending my very long day with a night swim! Can you guess where I am? […]
A self-care Mother’s Day
Mama and I celebrated Mother’s Day by surprising each other with thoughtful cards. We feasted on a brunch of cinnamon rolls, turkey bacon, peach juice, and homemade caramel lattes. I […]
Waterfall of petunias
We planted these petunias ombre-style in this cool plant stand I found on the side of the road last year. We can’t wait to see the flowers cascading down like […]
