Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 15/09/2026I lobbied hard for lollipops but lost the war. My nieces have since declared that suckers easily fit in your mouth. Lollipops are bigger. They are very fun in the candy store. 150
Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 05/09/2026I had a really productive day and the kitchen is already clean, but I could steam clean the shower or something with this state of being. Or just snuggle my puppy and finish watching this Brewers game. 110
Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 29/08/2026After only reports in the wild, I have finally encountered a puppy bike. To say my nieces were bursting with excitement is the greatest understatement. Appreciate this kind woman and the time she took with us. 080
Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 22/08/2026Left Kelsey with someone other than my inlaws for first time in nearly 4 years. So grateful to my bestie for accommodating anxiety pup and nervous mama. 020
Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 22/08/2026Found excellent butcher stop and he ordered all pickles on the side for my benefit. Vacation J has shown up! 160
Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 20/08/2026Such an iconic stand. I'm so sad. (I didn't see them on food vendors but thought I was missing something) 010
Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 19/08/2026Missed MN State Fair last year because we went to Iowa instead. I'm so excited to be back and take full advantage of Vacation J and his wallet. (They have an outstanding app, but I still have old school paper backup to plan out my foods) Sharing just to make @kbaxterk.bsky.social smile. 350
Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 17/08/2026Paid someone to clean my dad's grill in spring and it was worth every penny. Could not justify for myself when I am not bringing in an income. Finally cleaned pellet smoker (running out of summer for that to-do list). Today we meat and Kelsey keeps asking to go outside to stand and sniff the air. 150
Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 04/08/2026Listen pooch I love to snuggle but this must be touching every time I sit down feels a bit restrictive. 010
Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 03/08/2026This dog. This dog is gonna be heartbroken when I end my sabbatical. 150
Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 30/07/2026This girl has some limited sight return and has blood work as close to normal as it has ever been in past few years. I did not think we were going to get here and I am bursting with joy. 0110
Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 21/07/2026Well I canned 5 quarts and 12 pints of peaches and then everything in my kitchen was sticky and I was sick of canning. Everything left that I chopped got shoved into booze. 260
Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 11/07/2026It's been on my list for nearly 20 years but I finally made myself a crepe cake. (My bday is not until the end of the month, but my FIL's bday is Monday. Everyone is coming over tomorrow for a joint celebration and my FIL just goes along with whatever I want every year.) 3130
Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 06/07/2026Kelsey was not living her best life with all the scary booms. Big shout out to J who is our resident party pooper and took care of her so I could be carefree. 030
Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 02/07/2026We've had heat index warnings all week. It has taken my dog 4 days to realize the shade is better. Her brain cells all went to vocabulary learning, not common sense. 030
Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 28/06/2026Have started working through peaches and prepping ice cream base. Testing the absolute maximum capacity of my blender. 030
Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 24/06/2026How's unemployment going this week? My brain is still broken but I just bought 50lbs of peaches so I'm SURE that will help fix everything. 080
Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 23/06/2026We have the everything tax here. (Cheese is truly the only consistent currency paid) 020
Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 11/06/2026A favorite discussion was always road trip snacks so they enjoyed picking out different things. Also sourced me a Buc-ees shirt (I'm so excited we're getting one in WI) 030
Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 09/06/2026One more day and set to be a total shit show. We have no staff, no plan, and I'm just going to somehow walk away. 470
Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 07/06/2026I was gone all day yesterday at children's sports. It was fantastic but someone remains salty about it. Velcro puppy does not want me to do anything but snuggle today. 020
Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 18/05/2026We made it to nine! A really scary year of liver failure and sudden blindness, but Kelsey is thriving. Happy Birthday darling girl. 050
Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 06/02/2026Awwww what a cutie In kindred spirits with my schnauzer muppet 030
Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 21/01/2026These are pricier than I remember (as you would need multiple packs) but maybe something like this (I didn't link as not sure if Michael's exists by you) so they could each draw/color their own messages? 120
Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 04/01/2026We did a cellophane ball for the kids which was as both wonderful and horrible as we knew it would be. Big thanks to my SIL who brought the intensity and enforced turn taking ripping the ball away so I didn't have too. 000
Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 04/01/2026I will give extra shout out to my middle niece (our own personal jack-o'-lantern) who happily participated in every game and activity and was the only child not to cry. 250
Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 26/12/2025Had to leave work to take Kelsey in for a sample to see if latest round of drugs is working. My boss kicked me out and said not to come back. So I'm snuggling her with my new blankie and a smoothie. Relaxation at last. 030
Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 25/11/2025I have a turkey hat because my family always does a turkey trot on Thanksgiving. I think J had a roast turkey hat from some friendsgiving we used to host but it's long since made its way into donation. 130
Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 21/11/2025If I fully relax I might have a full blown breakdown, but for now this is enough and I am not at work. 040
Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 11/11/2025Same antibiotic formulation but I guess pharmacies can just charge whatever they want at whim? I do not understand. Also Costco I am definitely giving you some major side eye. 230
Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 26/10/2025Oldest niece was only one to willingly offer candy to share with me, and that is not who I would have bet on. 020
Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 25/10/2025I am so happy I convinced J that all lower drawers is not worth the expense for the basement. Drawer cabinets are heavy. This cabinet for laundry room was enough. I couldn't imagine doing it 4 more times. 000
Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 02/10/2025Finally had full day of consults/exams/labs for my sweet girl. A fucked liver and permanent blindness. No cure/reversal but she is not in end stage liver failure or suffering from encephalopathy. Tweaking support meds and followup in 3 weeks, then again in 3 months. Not imminent goodbye we feared. 080
Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 28/09/2025I haven't talked about it on here as we're still navigating what the path looks like, but kelsey's (already strained) liver has called it quits, which also has led to sudden blindness. It's been a rough 10 days as we all adjust and support her as we can. I bought a pet sling. 11100
Nicki @badgerreader.bsky.social · 17/09/2025I remain utterly charmed by the spam museum and for a promotional corporate shill, it is very well done 070
