Hoping for sparkle
My mental health has been majorly impacted by my especially poor physical health these last several months. So this meme seemed to perfectly capture my feelings today. I hope I […]
A rainbow manicure
When Mama Jude and I got our nails done for her birthday earlier this week, I went with a bright cheerful rainbow. Every time I get a glimpse of my […]
Post-infusion scream therapy
Today was my 68th immune-suppressing IV treatment for Crohn’s. The day was frustrating in a plethora of ways. The frustration was further compounded by this horrible heatwave continuing with a […]
Celebrating Mama’s 82nd
In honor of Mama Jude’s birthday, I picked her up with roses, balloons, and breakfast this morning. Today is the peak of a horrible heatwave with temperatures reaching 102 so […]
Harvesting my medicine
It’s my fourth year growing my own medicinal cannabis, but this is my healthiest, lushest crop ever. Experience helps. Finding the right gardener’s handbook is great. Sourcing the seeds/plants seems […]
A congratulatory email
I am buzzing with excitement and joy at having received a congratulatory email. No details to share yet but I had been praying to be selected. I can’t wait to […]
Zucchini baby for Megan
My friend Megan, who is a massage therapist, stopped by this afternoon so I could share my new homemade Recovery Balm. We drank rose and laughed together. It felt nice […]
Emerald Beaut season has begun
Our favorite fruit—the Emerald Beaut pluot—is finally in season! I went to the farmers’ market today hoping it was time. What a joy to see our favorite farmers again! I […]
Trying to find a new rhythm
These last two months since our separation of living quarters have been very challenging for me. My health has not been great and caregiver burnout is not cured overnight. Seeing […]
Seeking self-compassion
It’s only been two months since Mama and I had a separation of living quarters. I’m still struggling with compassion and patience for my own healing. Today’s #OneGoodThing with Mama is seeking […]
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