it is a credit to your character that you do not understand why people do unkind things. so instead of despairing over and picking apart someone’s lack of compassion and consideration towards you, celebrate the fact that yours is abundant enough to never treat people that way.

I started baking at 10:30PM. And I have to be awake at 4AM. Why do I do this to myself? But I agreed to bake for my friend's end of the year BBQ. So I have to get it done. #LearningToLoveMyself #PolkaDotCocina #Baking

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"I think it’s important to remember that when you make life-altering decisions it’s normal to feel sad and confused afterwards. Feeling this way does not mean you made the wrong decision, it just means that you need some time to re-adjust. Trust yourself and trust your decision.”

I have 2 dogs. They have at least 5 beds combined. Where do they end up every morning? In their Momma's bed. With me hanging on for dear life. Between...they're little. A poodle and a cocker spaniel. Send help. #LearningToLoveMyself #LovePuppyMomma #DogMom #DogLife #SpoiledDogs

I made some chicken, rice, and veggies for dinner. The pups are staring at me. Like I didn't feed them first. No ma'am. You can't have my food. #LearningToLoveMyself #LovePuppyMomma #TheyDontNormallyBeg

What kind of dumb city do I live in? The #Homeless get money. Instead of using it for food...they use it for drugs & fireworks. #Fireworks that they light & throw at cars at 6AM. And I have to ride the #Bus with them... 🤦🏻‍♀️ #LearningToLoveMyself #SendHelp #INeedToStartDrivingAgain

Let's just say...I'm getting more anxiety going to these appointments...than I think they're helping me with. #LearningToLoveMyself #MentalHealth #Anxiety

Seriously questioning my life decisions...that lead me here. At the moment, it's a million degrees. I've walked 2 miles to get to a bus that's running. Had 3 crappy appointments. And I haven't eaten a thing. #LearningToLoveMyself #Summer #MondayistMondayOfThemAll

I'm also not going to let this stop me. It's making me stronger. And ever so slightly...a darker shade of beige. 🤣 #LearningToLoveMyself #Summer #GlowInTheDarkLegs

I was looking up #Curry recipes on YouTube. Then this video from Pati Jinich popped up. Now I want to make #Empanadas. My Auntie made the best ones. My Uncle loved #Pineapple pie. So this is the best mix of the two. #LearningToLoveMyself #Recipes #Baking youtu.be/PVzYfOSjbo8?si…

"What's for lunch today?" "In the cafeteria? I don't know. But I have chicken salad & fresh fruit. I'll share too." I was just at this campus to make an appointment. But it's also nice to reconnect with my fellow #Volunteers. 😊 #LearningToLoveMyself #HospitalCafeteria #Wednesday

I also have a #TraderJoes haul. Because I had an hour to kill. Lunch was delish! Lots of fresh fruit today. And some of their yummy #SourDoughBread. 😋 #LearningToLoveMyself #FeedYourselfFreshFood #LoveYourself

But can I be honest here? The cafeteria #BBQSandwich smelled amazing! I'm a girl who loves to eat in the #HospitalCafeteria. Probably too much! 🤣 #LearningToLoveMyself #EatYourVeggiesGirl #TryingToEatHealthy

How does a girl survive the RYM in 100*F weather? She goes home and stands in a cold shower for 30 minutes. And drinks half a gallon of water. Why am I torturing myself like this? But my little business is still growing. #LearningToLoveMyself #SmallBusinessOwner #TwoCraftyHearts

The only person who is coming to save you, is the version of you that is sick of the current version of you. Frustration ignites the glow up. No one saves us but ourselves. No one can, and no one may. We ourselves must walk the path.

“I’m not a failure for doing less. My capacity has just changed. My values have changed. My needs have changed.” ~Daniell Koepke

I went to deliver an order this morning. Wasted 2 hours waiting in a parking lot...for no one to show up. I get to work...and they call me. Sorry. But I can't go back. #LearningToLoveMyself #TwoCraftyHearts #SmallBusinessOwner #Work #MyTimeIsValuableToo #SendHelp #SpecialOrders

Laundry used to be my favorite household chore. Now I'm just grateful to wash my laundry. Today is a medium laundry day...but I need to tackle my dogs' laundry next week. #LearningToLoveMyself #Laundry #Chores #Adulting #CleanLaundry #LoveTheSmellOfCleanLaundry #Tuesday