So Close, Yet So Far.
Day 1 of the official shelter-in-place policy is almost in the books, but the truth is I’ve been social distancing since the first week...
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dearabi
Feb 4, 20192 min read
When Death Becomes Us.
When death becomes you, you will look back at old text conversations and replay the real ones in your head. And if you think hard enough,...
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dearabi
Sep 28, 20182 min read
Nothing Compares to You.
We are often told not to do certain things. Yet, despite knowing the consequences – we do them anyway. One of these things is comparing...
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dearabi
May 15, 20183 min read
To Health and Back.
Over the weekend I hiked the 8.4 miles to Alamere Falls to get in some cardio, enjoy nature and yes – take an Instagram photo. While the...
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dearabi
Mar 8, 20181 min read
“Behind every strong woman, are other strong women”
We are teachers. Scientists. Models. Mothers. Sisters. Best friends. Girlfriends. Wives. Grandmothers. Engineers. Fashion Designers....
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dearabi
Jan 23, 20182 min read
The Sympathy Sads.
While perusing Instagram the other day, I came across a photo of a man I knew with his new girlfriend and my heart stopped for a split...
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dearabi
Dec 14, 20172 min read
Choosey Lover.
Starting at a very young age, I practiced the mantra “Chicks before dicks” and always chose my friends before my boyfriends. Was there...
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dearabi
Nov 30, 20172 min read
A Letter to Every Man Who Has A Girl Friend Like Me – TBT 11.28.11
Dear Friend of a Friend Like Me, I just wanted to say that WE’RE SORRY. Since you’re such an understanding person you’re probably...
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dearabi
Jan 16, 20171 min read
Ain’t nobody fucking with my clique.
It’s crazy to see how much my framily has changed since we had our very first friendsmas back in 2013. People moved, came back, got...
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dearabi
Apr 19, 20162 min read
Know Maintenance Friends.
The above meme has been reposted on my social media feed by friends and acquaintances a plethora of times now. And why not? It’s a great...
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dearabi
Nov 13, 20152 min read
The Walking Dead.
I’ve always thought the best way to get in shape is to get your heartbroken. Either you’re too sad to eat and so desperate to keep...
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dearabi
Sep 9, 20152 min read
Yoloha.
I visited the island of Kauai for the first time last week and must say … it was everything I didn’t know I wanted. For five days I was...
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dearabi
Aug 20, 20152 min read
To Do List: Live in the Moment.
A while ago I read an article about the importance of calendaring. As an Office Manager, I am obviously about that life. “To do list by...
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dearabi
Jul 22, 20153 min read
Love You Times Infinity.
During your viewing me and the girls all went up to your coffin to talk shit with you one last time. There, I asked that you visit me...
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dearabi
Jul 1, 20152 min read
The Trouble With Being Single.
I am officially the only single girl in the world. At least that’s what it feels like. I am however, the only single girl left out of my...
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dearabi
Apr 14, 20152 min read
A Friend Like Me.
I’ve said this a million fucking times – my friends are incredible. So much that I often wonder what on Earth I could’ve possibly done to...
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dearabi
Mar 6, 20151 min read
Forgiveness Fridays.
“Don’t let excessive guilt linger” | Guilt can be useful. In small doses, it alerts you to take action to mend a problem in your...
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dearabi
Feb 23, 20152 min read
Live, Love, Let Go, and Let Die.
The worst years sometimes teach the best lessons, and I’ve learned a lot in the past 12 months. Some things new, and some things harsh...
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dearabi
Nov 18, 20141 min read
There’s Something About Mare.
The most special of birthday wishes to my dearest Gail. Missing you now more than ever. Party it up boo, I heard there’s no such thing as...
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dearabi
Nov 18, 20141 min read
The Living Dead.
Sometimes I talk to the dead. I lay in her bed, and get my shoes dirty from playing with her sheets. I bring her trinkets, hoping they...
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