Dreams, Drams…
…& Bananagrams
Last night turned into one of those unexpectedly lovely evenings that sneak up on you. Plans changed, so instead of a social whirlwind, we ended up at the pub with fish and chips, a couple of pints, and a very fun round (or three) of Bananagrams - which, I’m proud to report, I absolutely smashed. A game. I’m good at? Who knew?!?
It all felt easy. Light. Like I could just be, without having to put on any sort of face. We even had one of those little chats about self-awareness and emotional growth that didn’t feel heavy or scary - more like, “yeah, this stuff’s hard, but we’re both trying,” which felt really good to say out loud. The rest of the night was just… calm. A wee dram (okay, mine was mostly melted ice by the end), a favourite tv show, a sleepy (very fucking farty!) dog, and that comforting feeling of everything being okay, just as it is.
This morning I woke up from some wild dreams - emotional, messy, oddly meaningful - but instead of feeling wrung out, I just felt… peaceful. Like my head and heart had been busy sorting through boxes while I slept, filing away old stuff and making a bit more room. And here I am now - pot of tea in hand, the house quiet, the dog content, and me… calm. Not buzzing, not overthinking, just quietly okay. And honestly, that feels like the biggest progress of all - not the big breakthroughs or perfect routines, but the small moments where life feels gentle and enough ☕️💛
You might be wondering why the fuck this is a blog post. Well, most of this brain-farting is for me - to read back and reflect when I’m struggling. And it’s an important little reminder: I can still make progress on my wellness goals without punishing myself. Ten days of heavier meals, travel, stressful situations, a few (maybe too many) drinks, and barely any proper exercise since being home hasn’t derailed me. My body’s stayed surprisingly steady. It’s quiet proof that I don’t need perfection to find balance.
Gentle consistency, curiosity, and a bit of self-kindness go a long way.
