Smellyann Strikes Again: Bereavement

Chocolate Chip Cookies For The Soul

The other night, I was having a late-night conversation with Chloë and Rob. Now that she has graduated from high school but is taking a gap year before heading to college, this happens frequently. Especially now that she's 18 years... Read more →

Posted by Smellyann on 27 October 2019 at 18:07 in Attitude of Gratitude, Bereavement, Current Affairs, Foodie Delights, Kitchen's Callin', Mama Mia, Music to My Ears, Team Odette | Permalink | Comments (0)

I Completely Fell Apart Last Night.

God! You know, at my age, I still feel like such a child, a complete idiot, for not being able to just "get over" things that hurt me to my core, even if it's been years and years since the... Read more →

Posted by Smellyann on 22 October 2019 at 08:40 in Attitude of Gratitude, Bereavement, Bipolar Roller Coaster, Books, Current Affairs, Health Woes, Team Odette | Permalink | Comments (0)

Sunday Stealing: Deep Thoughts Meme

Hey, all. Welcome back. Quiet weekend here in Idaho - and COLD - so I'mma hunker down and get started here. Join us here if you'd like, wouldja? Cheers to all of us thieves! ><> * ><> * ><> *... Read more →

Posted by Smellyann on 28 September 2019 at 18:27 in Attitude of Gratitude, Because Science., Bereavement, Bipolar Roller Coaster, Current Affairs, Factivism, Health Woes, Mama Mia, ME/CFS, Memes, etc., Music to My Ears, Raging Environmentalism, Sunday Stealing, Team Odette, Traveling Broad | Permalink | Comments (10)

Saturday 9: Shake It Off

Welcome back, y'all! Well, as you can see I didn't die from my excessively-busy weekend last week (although, as predicted, no comments on my late-entry Sunday Stealing, lol). It's been another busy week as I've kept up and pushed through... Read more →

Posted by Smellyann on 28 September 2019 at 03:03 in Attitude of Gratitude, Because Science., Bereavement, Books, Christmas Bells Are Ringing, Current Affairs, Factivism, Funny $h!+, Health Woes, Horsing Around: MIRC, Mama Mia, Memes, etc., Music to My Ears, Portraiture, Raging Environmentalism, Saturday 9, She reads!, Team Odette | Permalink | Comments (12)

Saturday 9: The Candy Man

Hey there, swell people!! What's the haps? I'm still coming down from the high off of organizing - and attending - the #ClimateStrike here in Mountain Home, Idaho. What a moment this is! Did you go? Did you strike? If... Read more →

Posted by Smellyann on 20 September 2019 at 23:19 in Attitude of Gratitude, Because Science., Bereavement, Bipolar Roller Coaster, Cinema, Crafty Mum, Current Affairs, Foodie Delights, Freakin' Jerks, Fun Times, Funny $h!+, Health Woes, Hey, Crochet, Horsing Around: MIRC, Idaho What I'm Doing, Kitchen's Callin', Knitting Pretty, Mama Mia, ME/CFS, Memes, etc., Music to My Ears, Raging Environmentalism, Saturday 9, Team Odette, Television, Veganuary... and Beyond | Permalink | Comments (7)

Sunday Stealing + Bonus: Provoking Thoughts, Part The Second

Hey guys and dolls! I didn't participate in Saturday 9 yesterday because I've had another bit of health issues going on, but that's okay because I'mma jump into it right now. Here's the link if you want(ed) to join, but... Read more →

Posted by Smellyann on 31 March 2019 at 06:53 in Attitude of Gratitude, Because Science., Bereavement, Books, Crafty Mum, Foodie Delights, Health Woes, Idaho What I'm Doing, Journey With Phoenix, ME/CFS, Memes, etc., Raging Environmentalism, Saturday 9, Sunday Stealing, Sweet Pea Academy | Permalink | Comments (5)

Sunday Stealing: Thoughts Provoked, Part The First

Aloha and welcome back! I just woke up from a much-needed nap, so maybe my post won't ramble all over the place as is my usual custom! Here's some news: as of late Friday afternoon, Team Odette is (are?) officially... Read more →

Posted by Smellyann on 24 March 2019 at 15:47 in Attitude of Gratitude, Because Science., Bereavement, BFFs, Current Affairs, European On Me, Foodie Delights, Funny $h!+, Furry Friends, Idaho What I'm Doing, Knitting Pretty, Memes, etc., Sunday Stealing, Team Odette, Traveling Broad, You Take The Cake! | Permalink | Comments (4)

Saturday 9: Young And Beautiful

First of all, I have not heard of this song before, and I'm kind of out of the loop as far as entertainment news goes, so I had no idea Lana Del Ray was on the soundtrack for The Great... Read more →

Posted by Smellyann on 23 March 2019 at 10:43 in Attitude of Gratitude, Because Science., Bereavement, Books, Cinema, Come Sail Away, Current Affairs, Health Woes, Jafra, ME/CFS, Memes, etc., Music to My Ears, Raging Environmentalism, Saturday 9, Sporting Events, Sweet Pea Academy, Team Odette, Traveling Broad, US Navy, Young Living, Essentially | Permalink | Comments (11)

Saturday 9: Dudes, I'm Walkin' In A Winter Wonderland

What's up, guys?! Didja miss me? Nah, of course not. I hope y'all have had a great week. Link up here if you wanna join us in this Happy Holidays post, 'cause we'd love to have you. Jumping right in:... Read more →

Posted by Smellyann on 22 December 2018 at 09:45 in Attitude of Gratitude, Bereavement, Christmas Bells Are Ringing, Cinema, Health Woes, Idaho What I'm Doing, ME/CFS, Memes, etc., Saturday 9 | Permalink | Comments (6)

Saturday 9: We Need A Little Christmas

What's up, bunny rabbits? (Don't ask, I won't know either.) I've been a little manic this week, which is great. Also, it's not so great. I ate some things last night, knowing I'm highly allergic to them already, but I... Read more →

Posted by Smellyann on 15 December 2018 at 01:10 in Attitude of Gratitude, Backyard Chickens, Because Science., Bereavement, Christmas Bells Are Ringing, Current Affairs, Health Woes, Idaho What I'm Doing, Mama Mia, ME/CFS, Memes, etc., PSA, Raging Environmentalism, Saturday 9 | Permalink | Comments (11)

Sunday Stealing: What IS Normal, Anyway?

Hey, pals! So did I tell you my girls and I have started a new premium, eco-conscious candle company? Well, here's a sneak preview of some of our offerings, but like I think I mentioned in Saturday 9 yesterday. we... Read more →

Posted by Smellyann on 18 November 2018 at 02:06 in Attitude of Gratitude, Because Science., Bereavement, BFFs, Come Sail Away, Current Affairs, Every Wick Way, Fun Times, Funny $h!+, Mama Mia, Memes, etc., Music to My Ears, Sunday Stealing, Team Odette, Traveling Broad, US Navy, Young Living, Essentially | Permalink | Comments (9)

Saturday 9: Sentimental Journey

Hey, guys! How're you all doing this fine Friday evening/Saturday morning? I'm doing fairly well, although it has been an eventful week. As are they all. For instance: For my entire life, I have been dealing with all of my... Read more →

Posted by Smellyann on 17 November 2018 at 07:10 in Attitude of Gratitude, Bereavement, Crafty Mum, Current Affairs, Every Wick Way, Fun Times, Furry Friends, Health Woes, Knitting Pretty, Memes, etc., Music to My Ears, Saturday 9 | Permalink | Comments (9)