Repainting the fireplace
Our fireplace had been brown for 10 years and I disliked it the whole time. I finally painted it blue and now I love it! Today’s #OneGoodThing is repainting the fireplace! What was […]
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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
Lighting a candle for Jenessa
Today is the yarzheit of my beloved friend Jenessa. I can’t believe it’s been a whole year without her. Nessa was one of my very first best friends in life […]
My adorable pineapple 🍍
After a few Halloweens as The Frog Prince, it was time for a new costume. I introduce to you the cutest pineapple ever! Since it’s essentially a hoodie, Benny loves […]
Voting for democracy!
We voted today! It felt great to cast our ballots together and drop them off at the county office. Mama Jude and I reminisced about when I accompanied her to […]
Perfect pool weather
After the summer heat dragged on, it’s a pleasure to finally have pleasant autumn weather. Today was a high of 69 and so lovely. Both Benny and I enjoyed it […]
A confusing nap
My chronic fatigue forced me into a late afternoon nap. It was one of those naps where you wake up unsure if it’s day or night. Now the night feels […]
My first Diamond Dotz art
Art kits are my weakness. I love them. Especially if it is a new craft I’ve not done before. When the finished result is a Boston Terrier—even better! The methodical […]
A faux pumpkin carving
I drew Benny’s face on a fake white pumpkin and then inked it. Even though it’s fake, it’s probably my favorite “carved” pumpkin I’ve ever done. It’s also the cleanest! […]
A piglet for Benny
Most of Benny’s accoutrements (toys, clothes, beds) are hand-me-downs from our previous Bostons. But my sweet boy fell in love with this cute squeaky pig at the hardware store yesterday. […]
Fixing my wall
My wall has this large crack and a couple of chips in it that’s been bugging me for years. Today I finally fixed it! I felt so proud of myself. […]
