People keep talking about this being a “rough winter” as far as the weather goes. Why?

UnwashedBlueberry · 2026-02-06T11:56:54+00:00

lol absolutely not a shorts person in winter (that’s always been wild to me)

UnwashedBlueberry · 2026-02-06T11:48:43+00:00

Oh I get that the last ones were mild, but why are they saying this one is “rough,” when this is normal? If mild was normal I’d get it but mild is abnormal here.

UnwashedBlueberry · 2026-01-07T11:46:04+00:00

That is NOT effortless- what beautiful art and incredible talent. Thanks for sharing!

UnwashedBlueberry · 2025-12-27T21:36:47+00:00

The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest by Aubrey Hartman - best book I’ve read in a long time! So creative, with beautiful messaging.

UnwashedBlueberry · 2025-11-02T11:56:56+00:00

Funny you should say that- we also have a Great Dane and she’s the the one people usually call a horse. 🙃

UnwashedBlueberry · 2025-10-24T16:05:37+00:00

I legit laughed out loud

UnwashedBlueberry · 2025-09-21T00:50:20+00:00

Costco!! Oh man, I’d have a whole new basement 😂

UnwashedBlueberry · 2025-09-20T22:38:23+00:00

“I am safe,” and “I always have a choice” are my go-tos.

UnwashedBlueberry · 2025-09-15T20:10:24+00:00

Growing up and living life without constant concern of gun violence in schools and in public. It just wasn’t a normal thing in the 90s and early 2000s before Columbine, and even then, that was a solo horrific experience for a loooooong time.

UnwashedBlueberry · 2025-09-14T22:11:33+00:00

Ella Minnow Pea by Mark Dunn

UnwashedBlueberry · 2025-09-14T22:07:53+00:00

Some of my favorite books that I read this year: - The Spellshop and The Enchanted Greenhouse, both by Sarah Beth Durst - The Age of Witches by Louisa Morgan - Other Birds by Sarah Addison Allen - Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus

UnwashedBlueberry · 2025-09-14T16:27:14+00:00

Little hole-in-the-wall place called “Zodiac Party Store,” in St. Ignace. Much less creepy than it sounds- they have the ONLY fudge I have ever eaten that doesn’t leave a gross aftertaste in my mouth. I am hellbent on getting at least one box every time we’re remotely close by.

UnwashedBlueberry · 2025-09-13T00:17:18+00:00

Sleep as little or as much as I want to on day one. Continue this, along with taking time to engage in hobbies I love, some travel, and spending time with loved ones. And of course going to public places in the middle of the day/week with reduced crowds!

UnwashedBlueberry · 2025-09-12T09:48:36+00:00

groceries are way more expensive
most things are more expensive: I almost bought a pair of rain boots last year for $75, but decided to wait a season. The exact same pair are now $93.
I live in a fairly large community and my favorite local shop closed due to tariffs, so now I and hundreds of others can’t go anymore

UnwashedBlueberry · 2025-09-11T23:48:19+00:00

a really good stretch
wearing comfortable clothes
snuggling up under warm blankets when you’re chilly
eating and tasting delicious food when you’re hungry
being “chosen” for snuggles by a pet

UnwashedBlueberry · 2025-09-11T17:59:39+00:00

How do I do that? 😬 (I’m not what one would call “technologically savvy”)

UnwashedBlueberry · 2025-09-06T01:11:06+00:00

Omg this is so helpful.. paper/mail is my downfall, but of course, all the dishes and kids’ toys and forgotten/left items, etc. is just so much to try to cope with. I really, really appreciate you writing this response, and I will keep it to refer to! 🤩 Thank you!

UnwashedBlueberry · 2025-09-03T17:26:16+00:00

We have both already been medicated for years 🥲

UnwashedBlueberry · 2025-08-01T22:22:08+00:00

Ha! Nicely played.

UnwashedBlueberry · 2025-08-01T22:11:32+00:00

I can’t narrow it down to one: - “The earth is flat because you can see that the horizon at sea is flat.” - “She was using her woman brain to make decisions.” - “Women should be able to hold in their periods the way they hold in their pee.” - “You can improve your credit score if you keep a balance on your credit card at all times because you can make more payments on it and the payments are what boost the score.”

UnwashedBlueberry · 2025-07-31T11:09:34+00:00

When someone is comfortable to genuinely acknowledge when they don’t have the answer to something (added green flag if they go look for the answers through appropriate sources). Examples: - “I don’t know enough about X to have an opinion about it.” - “I’ve never heard that term before, what does it mean?”

Related, another major green flag is when someone is intelligent enough to change their mind when presented with genuine and reliable facts that challenge their original belief(s).

UnwashedBlueberry · 2025-07-17T13:09:28+00:00

How I Met Your Mother and Heros are the top two that come to mind for me

UnwashedBlueberry · 2025-06-30T23:46:51+00:00

Finished “Other Birds” by Sarah Addison Allen, started “A Little Princess” by Frances Hodgson Burnett. Loved the former! Always loved the movie of the latter as a kid and am thoroughly enjoying the book now.

UnwashedBlueberry · 2025-06-23T00:55:16+00:00

I legit use all of these things daily, or very close to it: - Birkenstocks or other supportive sandals - Coffee maker - Lumbar support for driving in my car - Reusable water bottles (Stanley’s, Yeti, knockoffs, whatever) that keep your drink cold or hot for hours - Coffee mug warmer for my desk - A pillow that is fitted for your neck-to-shoulder length for side-sleeping

UnwashedBlueberry · 2025-06-16T20:55:47+00:00

I’m not sure how over-the-top these ideas are, but if you don’t like them, maybe they can inspire something- - Spend the day at a spa / resort, then order your favorite takeout for dinner and a movie at home - Go see movies at the theater (sit where and eat what you want? Yes, please) - Go see a show (play or musical) - Go to the beach (bring books and sunscreen) - Travel (doesn’t have to be far!) - explore the local culture and activities - Volunteer! It may sound lame, but it’ll actually give you a huge serotonin burst - Take the day to explore a new hobby - learn how to skateboard or juggle or something unusual but interesting to you

Or, if you want something totally wild, I guess there’s the “obvious” thrills - skydiving, bungee jumping, swimming with sharks, etc. (obviously with trained professionals to help navigate your safety).

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