Of Trolls and Trees

November 30, 2021 ~ Theodora Vanyar ~ Leave a comment

13,304 Days Alive

819 Days Straight on Duolingo

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When I was home for the holiday this past week, the Papas said that they needed my new address for a Christmas card. I thought nothing of it as they do send out holiday cards And then I received an amazing InstaPot /air fryer this afternoon from them! It’s HUGE and I love it. We’re going to make something in it this week. I can’t wait!

And then! The Christmas Bunny got me a new Christmas tree!

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Of Lasagna and Laughter

November 27, 2021November 29, 2021 ~ Theodora Vanyar ~ Leave a comment

13,301 Days Alive

2 Pans of Vegetarian Lasagna Made

1 Plan of Attack to be Made

We had an interesting day. Nothing quite went to plan, but we managed a pleasant day anyway.

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Of Puns and Preparations

November 19, 2021 ~ Theodora Vanyar ~ Leave a comment

26,551 Words Written for NaNoWriMo

13,293 Days Alive

809 Days Straight on Duolingo

60 Holiday Cards to Make

5 Days Till Chicago

So, we watched some classic Christmas movies tonight! The first Home Alone and then, my favorite: Die Hard.

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Book-Hoarding Dragon Costume for the Work Halloween Party

October 29, 2021October 29, 2021 ~ Theodora Vanyar ~ Leave a comment

Book-Hoarding Dragon Costume for the Work Halloween Party

Of Frogs and Funny Noises

September 21, 2021 ~ Theodora Vanyar ~ Leave a comment

13,234 Days Alive

750 Days Straight on Duolingo

1.5 Days Requested off for the Thanksgiving Break

So my boss lady approved my time off a second time today. First was verbally, now I’ve got an email chain to back me up!

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Of Catastrophe and Crocheting

September 6, 2021 ~ Theodora Vanyar ~ Leave a comment

13,219 Days Alive

1 Pair of Snake Eyes Rolled

Today was a long day off. I woke up early to do laundry. Only to accidentally nap after noon-thirty because I was so tired.

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Of Challenges and Change

January 21, 2021 ~ Theodora Vanyar ~ Leave a comment

12,990 Days Alive

3 Hours of Sleep

1 Big Change at Work

I’ve got some work changes coming up next week. I’ll be transferred to a new team and try to hit the ground running there. I’m hoping to improve my work number on the new team.

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Of Chinese Food and Cheer

December 25, 2020 ~ Theodora Vanyar ~ Leave a comment

12,963 Days Alive

5th Rewatch of The Muppet Christmas Carol

3 Loads of Laundry Put Away

2 Egg Rolls Eaten

1 Tired Kitty Cat

Today was… difficult. Not without its lovely moments though. I found myself thinking of Daddy a lot today. He was always big on Christmas, or at least the giving gifts and embracing the heart of the season. I miss his laugh. I miss him.

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Of (Christmas) Eve and Eggs

December 24, 2020 ~ Theodora Vanyar ~ Leave a comment

12,962 Days Alive

3rd Rewatch of The Muppet Christmas Carol

2 Scrambled Eggs with Cheese

1 Sleepy Kitty

I only had to work a half day today, which was awesome. I love the camaraderie of holiday work days. Everyone is so supportive of each other at my workplace and it’s really nice.

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Of Hook and Health

December 9, 2020 ~ Theodora Vanyar ~ Leave a comment

12,948 Days Alive

9 Days of Writing

I feel run over today. It’s just low energy because of my cycle I’m sure, but every little thing seemed an uncontrollable situation.

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Of Television and Tarot

December 6, 2020 ~ Theodora Vanyar ~ Leave a comment

12,945 Days Alive

2 Awesome Gifts Received

I’m exhausted, in a good way, but this will be brief. I spent my day socially distanced but enjoying the company of my good friend Reffie.

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Of Christmas and Cinema

December 1, 2020 ~ Theodora Vanyar ~ Leave a comment

12,940 Days Alive

7,829 Words Written on the New Fic

1 Holiday Tradition Accomplished

Fen and I watched Die Hard this evening. Because it’s a Christmas movie, of course. I forgot how much I enjoyed it, as it’s been many years since last I saw it.

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Full Moon Recipe for November: Gingerbread Cake

November 30, 2020December 23, 2019 ~ Theodora Vanyar ~ Leave a comment

Hello there, guys, gals, and non-binary pals! Here’s this month’s witch-tinted recipe for Gingerbread Cake! It is from Epicurious and hasn’t really been altered all that much. First, the recipe; then, me talking about how it is an edible spell!

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