I Should Be Packing!

 

I should be packing (he said!). No, seriously, I should be doing something other than this. I have no internet, so here goes nothing!

It’s 12:28pm, 105 degrees F (where’s the degree key on this thing?) here in the California desert and I just returned from trying to figure out what the deal is with my phone. I was listening to it read blog posts for me on Bluetooth headphones while doing the dishes, so I didn’t even realize that it was SOS-ing on the screen. Needless to say, I didn’t solve it by putting on a sarong and getting out of the house. At least, I also dropped off a bill, so, you can’t say I didn’t get anything done (or that I don’t pay my bills).

Some of the stuff I’ve packed so far. It makes me excited to look in this closet 

Other than that, I have been home for a month and a third-ish and it has flown by. I say that because by week two of being home from my little travels, I feel a bit antsy. What kept me distracted? It  must’ve been packing.

Here’s the deal! I went to Asia for the month of May.

BABBLING BROOK Podcast: EP. 20. The Mental Struggles of Unexplained Weight Gain, Disordered Eating & Body Image Issues

 

By the way, WOW! The amount of views I got on the blog in the last few day is unreal! Apparently most o them are from Israel. Thanks guys! 

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Unexplained weight gain can mess with your mind in ways most people don’t understand. In this episode, I dive into the mental struggles of dealing with body changes, disordered eating, and the constant battle with body image issues. 

From the emotional toll of seeing my clothes stop fitting to the mindless eating cycles that come with PMS, I reflect on how these moments impact my self-worth and thoughts.

 This isn’t just about food or weight—it’s about the deeper mental side of it all. 

If you’ve ever felt trapped in your own body or mind, this one’s for you. 

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BABBLING BROOK Podcast. EP. 19. Growing Up in Sex Crimes & HIV-Ridden Area. My Underage Birth Control Story. PMDD & Constipation.

 

My personal journey growing up in an area plagued by sex crimes and HIV, and why I made the decision to start birth control at a young age. I dive into the challenges of living in such a high-risk environment and how it influenced my choices. 

I also talk about the effects of PMDD and how it connects to my struggle with constipation. This episode covers tough topics with humor, offering insight into how these experiences shaped me.

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BABBLING BROOK Podcast: EP. 18. Buying a House, My First Trip to Mexico. Vision Board Manifesting

 

I talk about buying my house, why I knew it was time to have my own space, and how everything fell into place. I also share the story of my first trip to Mexico—a birthday getaway that almost didn’t happen—and how things worked out just in time. 

Plus, I reflect on manifestation, vision boards, and how the universe always seems to come through.

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BABBLING BROOK PODCAST: EP. 17. Hunt for a Pedophile. TV & Podcast recaps. Dealing with Death

 

Recap of an episode of Hunt for a Pedophile, sharing my thoughts on the case and the impact it has. I also recap what I’d been watching and listening to, including some favorite podcasts. Plus, I talk about the personal journey of dealing with death, reflecting on the grief and challenges that come with loss. R. I. P.

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BABBLING BROOK Podcast. EP. 16. Stranger Encounters, Misogyny, Voice Struggles, & Weight Woes. Adjusting to Small Town Life

 

Challenges of adjusting to life in a small town, including emotional moments, weight struggles, and voice issues. I share two stranger encounters that really stood out: one involving misogyny and the other with a woman talking at me for hours.I talk about the complexities of navigating new social dynamics, living in isolation, and learning to find balance.

 Along the way, I touch on self-care, how my weight continues to fluctuate despite my best efforts, and the difficulties of self-management while living in a rural area with limited access to support. This episode is a blend of personal reflections, raw emotions, and insights on self-reliance while adjusting to new environments. Tune in to hear more about my journey and how I’m making sense of it all.

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BABBLING BROOK Podcast: EP. 15. Without Conscience: Robert D. Hare. Book Review

 

 

Without Conscience: The Disturbing World of the Psychopaths Among Us by Robert D. Hare book review. Our third book review of the podcast & the year. 

 Check out our previous ones, folks. This one will appeal to true crime junkies as it’s about psychopathy. It can also be triggering if, like me, you’ve dealt with your fair share of psychopaths. 

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BABBLING BROOK Podcast. EP. 14. Starting Over in an Isolated Rural Town: Self-Care, PMDD & Selling Online. A day in the Life

 Two months into living in an isolated Californian rural town, I’m still figuring things out—navigating PMDD, building a new routine, and focusing on self-care. In this episode, I share what my days look like, from journaling and mindset shifts to managing my online business.

I also talk about what it’s like living alone in a place this remote, the challenges and benefits of a more off-the-grid lifestyle, and how I’ve been making it work. If you’ve ever felt stuck, isolated, or in need of a fresh start, you might relate.Let’s talk about starting over, self-care, and turning a “side hustle” into a main hustle.

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BABBLING BROOK Podcast. EP. 13. My PMDD & weight gain Journey. Why I avoid Mood Disorder Meds. PMS Symptoms

 

 

My personal journey with PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder), sharing how it has affected my mood, weight loss, and mental health. I also explore the connection between PMDD and PMS symptoms, the struggles with cravings despite a consistent diet, and the mental challenges I’ve faced along the way. 

I’ve added some of the general symptoms of PMS Premenstrual syndrome. 

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BABBLING BROOK Podcast: EP. 12. Josh wolf: It takes Balls. Book Review. My January 2025 California Winds experience

 

Book review of Jof Wolf’s It Takes Balls: Dating Single Moms and Other Confessions from an Unprepared Single Dad. A hilarious take on quite a serious subject. 

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