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My Letter to Bubu,
Thank You for Being My Baby💕🐾 My beloved Bubu, It’s been almost a week since you began your journey, and even though my arms can no longer hug you, I feel your presence in every corner of this home. Sometimes I think I hear your little steps, your sighs, or the sound of you settling into your beds. I wish I could see you tilt your head when I spoke to you — and then I close my eyes, and there you are: my baby, my companion, my reason to get up every day. I found you —or rat

Malena
Oct 253 min read


The Game of Life
Back here… with something to share It’s been a while since I last wrote here. Not because I didn’t want to, but because I was working in...

Malena
Sep 206 min read


“The Day I Moved the Furniture”
—And everything that shifted inside me, too— I’ve lived in many houses. Perhaps, too many. Torreón. Argentina. Then back to Torreón....

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Jul 253 min read


Everything we hear is an opinion. Everything we see is a perspective.
I once read that sentence, and it lodged itself in my mind as if it had always been there, just waiting to be seen. Sometimes, a single...

Malena
Jun 114 min read


When Hope feels heavy
💌 Letter to myself: Dear Me, I know you're tired. Not just tired in your bones, but tired in your soul —of hoping, of holding on, of...

Malena
May 312 min read


🌿 A Ritual for Resilience and Healing
Since beginning another round of radiation this week, I’ve felt a deep craving—not just for rest, but for stillness. A quiet space where...

Malena
Mar 293 min read


A Soul Brother’s Kitchen: Nourishing My Body and Spirit
There are people who walk into your life and never leave—not because it’s easy, but because the bond is deeper than friendship. It’s...

Malena
Mar 264 min read


Finding light in unexpected places
There are moments in life when the light finds us, even in the darkest corners. Sometimes, it arrives in the shape of a wagging tail, a...

Malena
Feb 73 min read


Ad astra per aspera
Through hardships to the stars— this timeless phrase has never felt more fitting. Acceptance is not something that comes naturally to...

Malena
Feb 54 min read


My Journey: Understanding My Cancer
Many of you have asked me about my cancer, and I wanted to take a moment to explain it—not just the facts but how it affects my life and...

Malena
Jan 224 min read


I am NOT a Morning Person
There’s a funny story from my childhood that comes to mind whenever I think about mornings. I was about seven years old, and I decided I...

Malena
Jan 173 min read


Well-being Wonders: Nourishing Our Soul and Body
Classic Chewy Oatmeal Cookies There’s nothing quite like biting into a soft, chewy oatmeal cookie! This recipe keeps things simple but...

Malena
Jan 102 min read


Well-being Wonders: Nourishing Our Soul and Body
Brussels Sprouts with Bacon Bacon and Brussels sprouts are the ultimate dream team! This simple, delicious side dish will quickly become...

Malena
Jan 102 min read


Well-being Wonders: Nourishing Our Soul and Body
Comforting Chicken Noodle Soup When the weather turns chilly or you’re simply in need of a warm hug in a bowl, there’s nothing quite like...

Malena
Jan 102 min read


Well-being Wonders: Nourishing Our Soul and Body
Nourishing, One Meal at a Time There’s something magical about a meal shared around the table. Every dish we create isn’t just food—it’s...

Malena
Jan 102 min read


Happy New Year, Everyone!
I hope you all had a magical New Year's Eve filled with joy and special moments. Can you believe it? 2025 is here, and for me, it feels...

Malena
Jan 22 min read


Let's Grow Hope: Challenge
By sharing a plant, you are not only providing a living gift but also nurturing hope and connection. Let's grow hope together!

Malena
Dec 30, 20241 min read


Embrace Change and Transition: My Journey Crossing the Bridge
Hello everyone, Welcome to my blog, a space where we can come together to share, support, and inspire one another. My name is Malena...

Malena
Dec 21, 20242 min read
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