Crashing post-infusion
My brain fog is so thick it feels like cotton. Today was my 48th immune-suppressing IV infusion for Crohn’s Disease. The treatment itself went fine and Benny was a great […]
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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
Sending me spoons
Today was a rough day. I texted my bestie Alyssa an SOS and this hilarious, adorable photo was among her many supportive responses. She was sending me spoons! For those […]
Deep cleaning the cushions
As the summer season begins, I’ve been working on getting our backyard oasis ready. Today Mama and I began a deep cleaning of our gorgeous cushions. We soaked them in […]
Planting most of the garden box
Today I planted our cucumber, Italian basil, and marigolds in our big garden box. Zucchini and Thai basil will eventually join the party, but this was a good start. I […]
Red poppy return
This gorgeous red poppy plant we got last year surprised us by surviving the year. Today our first flower of the season is blooming! Welcome! Today’s #OneGoodThing with Mama is […]
Thoughts of Dog
It’s been a difficult week. But one day, we will be alright. Today’s #OneGoodThing with Mama is this meme from Thoughts of Dog! What was your #OneGoodThing today? Please share […]
Meyer lemon loaf for mental health
Mama and I needed a pick-me-up today and I needed to bake something easy as an act of self-care. So I found this yummy box mix from Trader Joe’s in […]
Cute reading buddies
While picking up a few essentials at Target this afternoon, I spotted the latest novel from my favorite author on sale and I couldn’t help myself. I couldn’t wait to […]
Making the living room bearable
Another heatwave has possessed us and we are unable to do anything. Temperatures reached 96-degrees. So it was time to set up our little portable air conditioner. We are beyond […]
Heartwarming, joyful errand
On a trip to a local nursery today, I happened to meet this wonderfully kind and helpful staff member, and we immediately bonded over taking care of our mothers. Mimi […]
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