Becoming one with the couch
After yesterday’s big project at Mama Jude’s new apartment, I can barely move my body. The fatigue and joint pain are worse than usual. So I’m trying to cut myself […]
Mama’s art installation
Today I finished creating a sort of art installation for Mama Jude on her new bedroom wall. The artfully arranged collage includes lots of family photos, her own watercolor paintings […]
Loving self-talk
Today’s #OneGoodThing with Mama is a conscious effort to change the way I talk to myself! What was your #OneGoodThing today? Please share in the comments! And remember, kindness is everything! Day 247 […]
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 […]
Me and Mr. Popular
Today was my 59th immune-suppressing IV infusion to treat Crohn’s Disease. My chronic illnesses have been flaring badly for the last week and a half so I was eager for […]
Puzzling a view of paradise
Today’s #OneGoodThing with Mama is finishing this puzzle of a beach scene in Hawaii. I’ve never been to Hawaii, but I enjoyed this relaxing view! What was your #OneGoodThing today? Please share in […]
Everyone’s favorite pillow
This absurdly large, soft pillow with a cute face joined our home last holiday season. It’s a giant Squishmallow plushie and the tag says it’s called Loretta. I fell in […]
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