Quieting my overactive brain
Jigsaw puzzles help quiet some of the overactivity in my brain. As long as it’s an image I enjoy and no more than 500 pieces, that is. Assembling this lovely, […]
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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 reminder to myself
Today’s #OneGoodThing with Mama is this lovely meme: Just in case nobody told you today, you are loved, appreciated, and valued more than you know! What was your #OneGoodThing today? Please share in […]
Necessary days
Today was the funeral of my childhood friend, Jenessa Schwartz. The eulogies from her father, her rabbi, and one of her former students were very moving—each further illuminating Jenessa’s beautiful […]
Pouring feelings into cake
Much of today was spent sharing memories and photos of Jenessa’s beautiful life with Yavneh family classmates. I miss my childhood group of friends so much. I want desperately to […]
A beautiful life
One of my very first best friends in life died today and I am heartbroken. Jenessa and I met at a Jewish preschool when we were three. We remained close […]
My nephew’s first little smile
I’m lucky to begin most mornings with a texted photo of my newborn nephew, often sent from my bestie’s husband. This beautiful little face was the first thing I saw […]
A Monday pick-me-up
A friend who lives in New York sent me this beautiful photo (with sweet message below) this morning. I struggle with Mondays and the pressure to accomplish, so I appreciated […]
Broken plant-turned-bouquet
This gorgeous Mexican sunflower plant was more than six feet tall. Then it got too powerful for itself and fell over. I was sad to have to cut it down, […]
Letting sleep win
Sleep overtook me several times today and I let it. I know you can’t actually get caught up on sleep but my body seems to be trying. Benny and Paisley […]
Singing blessings together
Since the Hamas attacks on Israel earlier this month and the uptick in antisemitism worldwide, I’ve been lighting candles and celebrating Shabbat every Friday night. Tonight was special for two […]
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