COVID-19 and all of its baggage undeniably and significantly damaged so many things that are relevant to us. The economy, travel, relationships, jobs, and, of course, healthcare, are just a few examples of what immediately comes to mind when I contemplate what was drastically impacted by the pandemic, and its effects are far from over. … More COVID-19 vaccination status: a forgotten entitlement
Blaine and I are both under the weather right now. He has a head cold as well as a sore throat, and based on how seriously shitty I am feeling, I suspect I might have some variation of a flu bug, but I’m not certain. Given how awful I’m feeling, cooking is not something I’ve … More Make this for dinner tonight
Hangovers are certainly not something any sane person would wish to experience, I would think, but they’re something that the vast majority of us have endured. They’re anything but pleasant, and in my own experience, depending on how bad of a hangover you’re dealing with, they often feel similar to having the flu or a … More How to cure a hangover, part two
Anyone who knows me personally will likely be a bit perplexed regarding the topic of today’s post; I don’t drink alcohol, therefore I am not one to experience hangovers. That is not to say I haven’t had some killer ones in the past, but since being diagnosed with Lyme disease, me and alcohol are no … More Read this to kick that hangover to the curb
As if anyone needed more reasons to drink coffee, am I right? Perhaps I speak for a small group of individuals when I say I could always and easily consume and in turn enjoy more coffee in my life, but I do have my limits. A few years back, when my family and I visited … More Get your coffee on, again
Coffee is something that has had tremendous relevance and importance to me for a while now. When I was younger, I despised coffee. I can recall trying a sip of my dad’s black coffee when I was in my early teenage years and never wanting to have that awful, bitter taste in my mouth again; … More Get your coffee on
When it comes to makeup-removing products, I can’t exactly say I’m an active player in the game. Please don’t come for me, skin professionals and those who work in the beauty realm, but I’ve never really made use of actual makeup-removing products when it comes to removing my makeup. I’ve always relied on my regular … More Drunk Elephant Slaaiâ„¢ Makeup-Melting Butter Cleanser: an honest review
I have a tremendous amount of respect for soccer as a sport and soccer players as athletes, but to be entirely honest, the game simply is not for me. I tried playing soccer when I was a child and again when I was a bit older in elementary school, and neither attempt proved to be … More Have you seen ‘Beckham’?
I sat down to write this post just prior to leaving to attend this year’s Harvest Party. If you are unfamiliar with the term ‘Harvest Party,’ I certainly would not be surprised. It is a term that is arguably used and well-known within farm families, and it is a get-together with all of the individuals … More Thank you, temporary foreign workers
I realize Thanksgiving has passed, and that dedicating a post to a scalloped potato recipe arguably would have been more relevant prior to Thanksgiving; I will note, however, that scalloped potatoes are absolutely a dish that can be enjoyed at any point in the calendar year, and furthermore, for any occasion, large or small. I’m … More Let’s make scalloped potatoes
For as long as I can remember, my parents have had a small plaque on one of the dressers in their bedroom reading what is commonly known as ‘A Farmer’s Prayer.’ I used to read it just about each time I was in my parents room when I was a child; the only bathroom on … More Are you familiar with ‘A Farmer’s Prayer’?
Continuing yesterday’s discussion regarding common misconceptions, today’s post will again dissect some popular beliefs many of us consider to be true that are, in fact, false. I’m not here to burst anyone’s bubble, but I figure it best to educate someone on a matter like this as opposed to allowing them to continue living a … More Common misconceptions: are you a culprit? (part two)
Misconceptions, much like myths, can be tricky to assess in terms of their validity. Oftentimes, misconceptions come from myths and other old wives’ tales, and over time, their falsifications become more and more true because they’re continually perpetuated throughout generations. I know I’ve come across one or two misconceptions that I could have sworn to … More Common misconceptions: are you a culprit?
When I sat down to write today’s blog entry, I once again found myself staring at a blank page, cursor blinking, trying to force some neurons to fire and formulate a riveting topic for today’s post. I don’t know about riveting, but I considered I hadn’t shared a recipe in a few days, so I … More Let’s make taco spaghetti
I mentioned in a post a couple of days back that the internet service where Blaine and I reside has been nothing short of pure shit. Thankfully, it is working as it should now, seeing as we had a Bell technician come to our residence and install an entirely different signal unit; the process leading … More Bell reps versus Bell techs: knowing who to blame
A couple of evenings ago, I found myself alone for dinner. Blaine had hockey and was baling hay, and because he was not here for dinner, I was able to enjoy something he is not a fan of – falafel. This particular falafel was not homemade, but instead came from a local grocer, and served … More Let’s talk about falafel
I’ve never considered myself terribly fashionable. I don’t keep up with trends, or what is in and what is not, and to be honest, I don’t really care, either; I figure if I’m happy in what I’m wearing, there really isn’t a need for me to check in on what is trending and popular. That … More The significance of finding your style
For the past few months, the internet quality where Blaine and I reside has been absolute shit. The Wi-Fi signal comes and goes at it pleases, completely arbitrarily, and it tends to conk out at the most inconvenient times, for example, when Blaine and I are getting to the good part in a film, or … More The downside of convenience
Long hair and knots tend to coincide with one another, but long hair is not the only requirement to experience knots; I’ve had hair that has a tendency to knot my entire life. I can recall literally ripping the top half, meaning the bristles, of a brush right out of its handle when I was … More Frustrated with knotted hair? Read this
This past June marked mine and Blaine’s first wedding anniversary. We agreed, back in June, that we would go out and enjoy a lovely dinner to celebrate; fast-forward to present-day September, almost October, and we still haven’t gotten around to commemorating our first wedding anniversary. That is, until this past weekend. We agreed that our … More Have you been to Fume RestoBar?
Soup, as a meal, seems to be met, oftentimes, with scrutiny. I really cannot understand why, personally; I fucking love soup, and depending on the type, soup can absolutely serve as an entire meal. However, there are plenty of people who would disagree with me and my stance toward soup, arguing it isn’t filling and … More Let’s make chicken noodle soup
As I stated in yesterday’s post, I thought I would comprise a mini-series here on my blog in which I answer some common questions people often have for anyone in eating disorder recovery. I’m happy to answer any questions anyone may have, but I figure I’ll generate the conversation by starting with some that are … More Q and A: Eating disorder recovery edition (part two)
I’ve always been a pretty transparent person, and my history of an eating disorder is no exception to my translucence. I was diagnosed with Anorexia Nervosa and Bulimia when I was 17, and while the road I’m on now certainly has fewer bumps and divots than it once did, I can’t, and won’t, say recovery … More Q and A: Eating disorder recovery edition
Anyone who is susceptible to being overstimulated can attest to how miserable it is when it is at its worst. You’re agitated, disassociative, flustered and pissy, so God help anyone who asks you anything when you’re at the height of it; once you’ve managed to calm yourself down, you feel terrible for snapping at whoever … More Feeling overstimulated? Try these tips
I realize sea moss likely is not the first thing that comes to mind when contemplating nutritious and beneficial supplements to incorporate into a diet, but hear me out. I recently caught wind of the wild nutritional properties sea moss has to offer, and because I was curious, I decided to do a bit of … More Sea moss: your next dietary additive
While I am aware of the fact that McDonald’s food fails to be the most nutritional, it is damn delicious, and from time to time, I figure it’s alright to enjoy. I’ll grab McDonald’s for Blaine and I if I’m in a pinch and don’t exactly have the time to prepare a proper dinner, and … More What is your McDonald’s preference?
If only the opinions of social media could be broken down into two stark stances; good and bad. The reality is that opinions toward social media normally are not so simple in essence, and furthermore, I’m not entirely certain social media as a concept can be viewed as solely good or solely bad. There are … More Social media: good or bad?
Quite a few years back now, I remember reading a story via Daily Mail discussing a seriously complex murder investigation that was unfolding in South Carolina. Perhaps the case caught my eye because I have family in South Carolina; regardless of the reason why I started minimally following this story, I certainly was not anticipating … More Have you seen Murdaugh Murders: A Southern Scandal?
A couple of days ago, my sister and I were going through our camera rolls on our phones, scrolling through some old pictures and reminiscing. I came across a photo I had of our cat, Milo, who we sadly lost a couple of years ago. He was an absolute sweetheart and went missing one day, … More Recognizing different types of grief
I firmly feel as though the remainder of 2023 is going to be Cillian Murphy’s, arguably because of the release of Oppenheimer, which he starred in, earlier this year. To be honest, I think this man should have been receiving the attention and recognition he has since the release of Oppenheimer his entire career, but … More Let’s chat about Cillian Murphy
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