When did I stop taking photos? I used to document everything. From my first coffee all the way through the end of the day. Pictures of nature, friends, family, food, drinks… and now I rarely take a photo.

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My coffee cup yesterday morning, I specifically chose, reminding myself that I am awesome. Even though I really wasn’t feeling it.

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I also wasn’t feeling this outfit… the top half… cute… the bottom half of the outfit had me feeling heavy and gross. When I’m the heaviest weight I’ve been, it’s hard to feel cute. So, I only documented the top half. Plus, my makeup… da bomb!

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We had a long day, including the funeral home, so Scott and I went to a brewery to decompress with beer and dinner. It also happened to be trivia night, which we decided to play. Where they even mentioned manatee day… which had me singing again because Silly Songs With Larry is a thing. Hehehe.

So today (Thursday the 27th), I had real intentions of taking a photo of my cup. Did it happen? Nope. I was focused on taking pills and timing my food. The pain was/is a big deal today. Oh, well.

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I did, however, take a photo of this goofball. I never thought I’d ever have a dog in the house, and here we are… proud grand-puppy parents. I still am not a fan of all the dog hair and dog smell, but gosh, she’s cute. She’s also great company when I’m owie and don’t want to move from the couch. She lays on the floor near me and gives me these cute moments or stretches out for a nap.

Today also brought dinner and drinks with hockey folks from Scott’s beer league… did I take a photo at dinner? Nope. Because, apparently, I forget those things now. We all then headed over to Swallow Hill to support another one of the hockey peeps… Rodney Rice who opened for Matt Axton. Both bands were amazing. I did get photos of each of them. I’m super proud of that feat. Srsly, when did taking photos become so hard for me?

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So now, here I am still writing, and what was today is now yesterday because it’s past midnight. I guess the point of this, though, is that I am writing again. It doesn’t matter when it’s happening, just that it is. Also, because, at least for now, these musings are just for me… a journal of sorts.

So I guess that’s it for today… I’m hoping tomorrow brings a coffee picture. One can hope. But for now… I hope your cups were tasty ☕️

Had my morning coffee outside with Coffee this morning. We sunbathed a bit.

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Whatever sinus thing I felt yesterday seems to be gone and my energy was surprisingly okay. So, of course, I tried to do all the things. I really need to work on moderation.

And when I say I did all the things… really, all I did was clean our bedding, put away the guest bedroom bedding, play with Coffee (a few times), vacuum downstairs, shower, and make our bed. I also paid a medical bill online and did some Amazon shopping. For a normal human… not much… for me… it felt like I was accomplishing neurosurgery on the moon. Oh, how I miss being able to do those things, plus 10 others, and still work a full day.

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I rewarded myself with a Harp to go with my snack of pretzels after accomplishing the things today. It also was probably the first time I’d sat down in a few hours.  I was so afraid of sitting before getting all the things done for fear of then not taking my shower (one of the last things I did). Yet again, I need to work on the moderation.

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I found this today, and I loved the sentiment. I am magic… I AM A FOREST.

I think that’s it for tonight… peace and love with your nighttime cups. ☕️

This morning’s cup was cozy, tired vibes.

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After trying to rest but also be productive yesterday from not being home most of last week, my body decided to rebel. I woke with sinus congestion and felt just yuck most of the day. So, I spent most of the day under a blanket on the couch or wandering aimlessly around the house.

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Coffee Bean would come over periodically seeing if I was okay, and then we’d play a bit, too.

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I was also able to catch the tail end of the sunset tonight. It was gorgeous.

I hope tomorrow brings more energy and more happy cups ☕️

I did no photos… it’s okay.

Yesterday’s groggy, tired and sore are less. I woke this morning not feeling the weight of the world in my shoulders.

My eyes tell a different story, but that’s okay.

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Today is all about giving the ones I love, support & and love, and listening to theirs and other peoples stories of Roy.

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Peace and love with your cups today ☕️

Today has felt much like this moose wandering through a dense forest… feeling sluggish and sore everywhere.

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I need to keep reminding myself that the point of not sharing these posts is so that I don’t feel obligated to write long, insightful things. I want to recap all the things and tell the stories of the good and bad things in my life. This week I’m wanting to remember birthday celebrations, the stories and the laughs and cries shared through grief, the community Scott has in hockey and so much more.

Instead, I’m taking it slow… taking the coffee picture and even if not posting them the day of making sure I still post them.

Hug your people, tell them you love them.

Peace and love in cup ☕️

With the weight of the past few days I am finding more of an importance to take the time to make sure I center myself… even if it’s just the whiff of the coffee and a quick picture.

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Hug your people, tell them you love them and support eachother.

Peace and love for your cup ☕️

I took this picture as we were racing out of the house on our way north…

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unfortunately, Scott’s step-dad passed away just minutes before we got to the hospital. I am thankful that Scott was able to spend a couple of days over the past few weeks with Roy before his death.

Hug your people… tell them you love them.

Love and peace with your cups ☕️

Today’s cup…

There’s a lot going on, but for now, breathe deep the coffee (and cake).

Enjoy your first cups ☕️

A bit more today

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Crazy tired today as sleep was not easy with the wind whipping around.

We were able to have breakfast together, all 3 of us. Ashlynn made sure she was home to give Scott hugs and a card this morning.

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I had 2 Irish coffees before attempting to make the birthday cake.

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Cake is now cooling, and both corned beefs are in the crockpots as I attempt to rest a bit.

But my mind is still thinking of the other things I need to accomplish before dinner tonight.

For now, though, rest… enjoy your Guinness today, my friends. 🍺

💚 Happy St. Patrick’s Day 🍀 💚