Girl Drew

Category: mindfulness

  • Do [not do] the hustle

    Do [not do] the hustle

    Whew. Y’all. I’ve been meaning to write a post for several weeks. And here I am! John recently had an opera gig up in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, and we turned it into a family affair. Imagine the northernmost part of Michigan, then go more north than that. (It turns out the “mitten” doesn’t include…

  • Bathe me in light

    Bathe me in light

    I dedicated the month of March to looking for magic. I thought it would help me lean into mindfulness and gratitude—devoting my attention to what is versus what could or should be. The most magical moment I’ve tuned into so far is the way the light enters the house a few minutes after 7 o’clock…

  • Mission: Magic!

    Mission: Magic!

    Before I dive into MAGICAL MARCH!, here’s a quick update on my heart: There is no update.

  • Marked Safe from Water Aerobics

    Marked Safe from Water Aerobics

    When I joined the Y last year, I was most excited about the pool. I hoped to relive my swim team days, but I also wanted to try out water aerobics as I rehabbed my leg post-Rollerblading Incident of 2024. My ability to get in the water was first postponed by [another] leg surgery, then…

  • Oh, [S]Nap!

    Oh, [S]Nap!

    This was originally written January 5, 2024, in case you were wondering if Noodle had been resurrected. I figure I’ll start sharing some of my writing that would otherwise go to die on my computer. How lovely is an afternoon nap, especially during the wintertime? I love cozying on the couch with the dogs, pilfering…

  • Catch me if I can

    Catch me if I can

    Each morning, I fill a mug with water and microwave it for my soon-to-be peppermint tea. As the water heats, I gather my nebulized meds. I move my therapy vest to my location of choice—lately in front of the fireplace. I grab my journal and a pen, then head back to the kitchen to prepare…

  • Decisions, Decisions

    Decisions, Decisions

    “I make good decisions,” I announced yesterday, surprised as the words left my mouth. I often categorize myself as indecisive, so I was taken aback by my own declaration. When I truly analyze the past, few bad decisions come to mind—except purchasing rollerblades from Amazon. I don’t think I make choices that leave people asking,…

  • 2.0.2.6

    2.0.2.6

    Welcome to 2026! If you know me, you know I loooove me some goal setting, some personal development, some psychoanalysis. The feeling of a fresh start excites me. Many nights (since coming off Trikafta), I go to sleep giddy about waking up the next morning—excited about what the day will hold. I love sleeping, but…

  • Week 4: Simple September

    Week 4: Simple September

    Another week of Simple September has come and gone. Of all the weeks this month, this was the least simple, but hey. A lot fell beyond the limits of my control, and I handled it with more grace than I anticipated. Although the week’s events weren’t particularly simple, I didn’t overcomplicate them—which is all I…

  • Week 3: Simple September

    Week 3: Simple September

    I’m here with another Simple September recap. My biggest victory over the past week has been following my gut. Because of this, I was less sterotypically productive (i.e., working hard, making money) and a lot more that-book-is-really-calling-to-me-and-I-shall-answer productive (i.e., soul-level fulfillment). Some bigger things are happening this week, so check Instagram for the daily recap.…

  • Week 2: Simple September

    Week 2: Simple September

    Another week of Simple September has come and gone! Most nights I found myself scrambling to think of something to post, which isn’t *quite* what I had in mind when I developed Simple September (#StressedAboutPostingSeptember?). So, my goal for this week is to be more mindful of my surroundings throughout the day. In other words,…

  • Week 1: Simple September

    Week 1: Simple September

    Here’s what went down during the first week of Simple September. Highlights include fun socks, cozy naps, and threats of hospitalization. Dun dun dun… 💜Keep up daily on Instagram!💜

  • Normal: Not found

    Normal: Not found

    Today was back to reality after a week at the beach. For me, the primary symptom of post-vacation blues is a soul-level restlessness that I struggle to describe. Something always feels just a little bit off, like maybe I’m not supposed to be where I am. I know this feeling is normal—that it happens after…

  • 2 Legit 2 Not Quit

    2 Legit 2 Not Quit

    Today marks two months off the cystic fibrosis “miracle drug,” Trikafta, and BOY have there been changes. I like to end things on a high note, so I suppose I’ll start with the not-as-good changes first. And that description is a bit of a misnomer because I expected these things as my body returned to…

  • My naked wrist

    My naked wrist

    When I woke up yesterday, my Fitbit wasn’t working. (Yes, I’m still on Team Fitbit.) The screen was black, but I knew I’d charged it recently. I started repeatedly flipping my wrist over, hoping the screen would light up. Then I moved into the phase where I tapped the screen harder and harder, hoping my…