I went to med stop because my body has been waving every red flag it knows how to raise: chills, a low-grade fever, nausea, my heart rate climbing higher than it has in a month, and a level of fatigue that sits deep in the bones. I tried to explain all of that, hoping to rule out infection or anything making things worse. The response? “I don’t know what’s going on. What did you want from today?”
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Fall Must-Haves for Your Kitchen & Home (Amazon Favorites)
As fall arrives, it’s time to enhance home ambiance with cozy decor and kitchen essentials. Key finds include a pumpkin-shaped Dutch oven, cauldron-style pot, flameless LED candles, oversized mugs, fall-scented candles, cozy throw blankets, and decorative towels. These items create warmth and seasonal charm effortlessly. Embrace the magic of autumn!
Healing the Inner Child: Finding Tenderness Within the Fire
I have always been at the mercy of my childhood. From the ages of 5 to 12, my world was turned upside down. Trauma and horrors became constants, shaping a childhood that should have been filled with safety, laughter, and love. Those years should have been the season of scraped knees and bedtime stories, but…
🧁 Introducing: Mrs. B’s R.E.D.
Hello, beautiful souls. 💜 If you’ve followed me for a while, you know that Unconventional Momma is a space rooted in honesty, healing, creativity, and the wild, winding paths we walk as spiritual, neurodivergent, and soul-led beings. Over the years, I’ve shared my journey with chronic illness—my struggles, triumphs, and the lessons learned along the…
An Open Letter to the Friend Who Didn’t Know They Hurt Me
The letter expresses deep hurt from a friend who failed to defend the writer during a degrading encounter. The silence during that moment caused a rift in their relationship, leaving the writer heartbroken and longing for the support that was once expected. They wish for acknowledgment and understanding of their pain.
The Pipevine Swallowtail Butterfly: A Messenger of Mysteries and Metamorphosis
The Pipevine Swallowtail (Battus philenor) is more than just a breathtaking creature with iridescent blue wings and velvet black edges—it’s a spiritual symbol wrapped in ancient wisdom, transformation, and divine presence. This enchanting butterfly, often found fluttering gracefully through gardens and meadows, carries with it a deep mystique that transcends mere physical beauty. If you’ve…
🕯️ Tea & Mystery Tuesday: The Unsolved Murder of Charles “Chuckie/Chuck” Mauk
Warner Robins, Georgia – Nearly 40 Years Without Justice Some hometown memories stick with you forever. Some are warm and sweet — long bike rides, corner store candy, after-school hangouts that fill your heart with nostalgia. Others leave a scar so deep, it never truly heals, lingering in the background of your thoughts and shaping…
🫖 Tea & Mystery: The Disappearance & Death of Kendrick Johnson🔍
Status: Unsolved / Contested 📍 Location: Lowndes High School, Valdosta, Georgia 📅 Date: January 10, 2013 🗂️ Case Summary & Debriefing: Welcome back, mystery seekers. Today we begin with a case that continues to echo through the halls of injustice, ten years after it first made headlines. This is the story of Kendrick Johnson, a vibrant 17-year-old…
A Rough Start: When Hands Won’t Cooperate
Some mornings just don’t start out the way we hope—and today was one of those mornings. Living with a mix of arthritis, carpal tunnel, and nerve damage means that I never really know how cooperative my hands will be when I wake up. Will I have grip strength today? Will I drop everything I touch? Will my…
When the Painted Lady Visits: Messages from Wings of Resilience
Nature has gifted us with a myriad of enchanting creatures, each with its own rhythm, purpose, and whisper to the soul. One such visitor fluttered into my life recently—not once, but twice—choosing a quiet moment shared between me and my loyal pup, Nyx. It was the painted lady butterfly (Vanessa cardui), gracing our space with…
