Mrs. Larix Does the Thing

I've been having fun playing dress up today. Might be #larp characters, might be for the #renfaire this year, might even have something figured out for 13 gears. It feels good to be creative again.

I've been having fun designing stuff for Dominik, Alex, and me the past few days. Here's a couple ideas I've come up with for Dom. :) And yeah, I haven't figured out how to properly draw goggles. :P It feels really nice to sit and draw again, despite being interrupted on the regular by a very curious little guy. #steampunkbaby #babyanimehair #costumedesign

First let me say I fully realize working out doesn't always feel good. For me it's really triggering - physical activity has always been a huge source of shame for me. I do recognize that I'm privileged - I'm able-bodied, relatively healthy, and am capable of day-to-day physical activity. Working out, though? Brings back every insult, every reminder of how my body isn't acceptable, and every reminder that I'm bad at sports and anything athletic. Anxiety does that. But I do it because I know it's what I should do. ...and because I know I want to keep up with my kid. Maybe one day my self image won't be obliterated every time I pick up free weights or get out of breath, but that day is not today. If you struggle with the same feelings when working out or exercising - know that I see you. And I think you're doing great.

"What happened outside, mama?? It looks different!" #babysfirstsnow

My big little guy and I had fun doing a little photoshoot this morning. #happybaby #happymama

I did a rescape of the ten gallon a couple days ago. The vals were taking over the tank and choking out my crypts and the sad sword in the back. So I pulled out the majority of them, added a bit more substrate, and repositioned the driftwood. Thus far Magnus and the shrimp seem to like it!

Thinned the carrots out, finally. They look pretty good, even though they're pretty small yet!

One week ago, my fish Alphonse jumped from my ten gallon tank, and passed away 24 hours later. I only got to enjoy his company for two weeks, but I miss him. Yesterday, I got this big guy. He's a "king" betta, and so far he's a gentle giant. I've decided to name him Magnus, because he is a big fighter who is also very gentle. (He hasn't bothered my shrimp at all yet) #bettafish #theadventurezone #plantedtank

We've been cozy this morning, but it's time to get dressed and ready for the day. #coldmornings #cozybaby

Dominik wasn't quite sure about this green lady... #bristolrenaissancefaire

I finally got a good photo of Alphonse! He's usually so active it's difficult to get a decent shot of him! #bettafish #plantedtank