On the morning of December 2, 2021, Dan and I arrived at Northside Hospital around 5:20am. The hospital didn’t even open its doors until 5:30am. My surgery was scheduled at the earliest possible time that day. We checked in with the receptionist in the first waiting room. After waiting for maybe 5-10 minutes, a woman… [Read More]
My Small Bowel Resection Story (Prologue)
I was diagnosed with Crohn’s Disease more than 25 years ago, at just 8 years old. While my parents tried to shield me from some of the scarier aspects of living with an Irritable Bowel Disease, I eventually realized that I might need surgery one day. Specifically, I’ve known for almost 20 years that I… [Read More]
Whatever Wednesday // Volume 2
I felt like another brain dump, so here’s my second installment of Whatever Wednesday. Note: post contains Amazon affiliate links, but I’m recommending books I’ve read. Currently I am… Reading: Hannah Swensen Mysteries by Joanne Fluke. Blame my best friend Rachel. She recommended them to me last month. I’ve already finished the first 13 books… [Read More]
Whatever Wednesday // Volume 1
I just want to blog about nothing and everything right now, so… Whatever Wednesday! Please enjoy this completely random look into my life. Note: post contains Amazon affiliate links, but I’m recommending books I’ve bought for myself. Currently I am… Reading: Christian, historical fiction, retold fairy tales. Yes, all of that is one genre. I… [Read More]
What Happened to Belle Brita?
Y’all. It’s been a minute. Or roughly 6 months. I’ve taken blogging breaks before. I even shared tips for bloggers to take breaks! But I haven’t gone this long without blogging on Belle Brita… ever. I’m not going to apologize for taking a break. However, I will offer an explanation. Plus, if you like my… [Read More]
13 Amazing Benefits of Jojoba Oil
100% pure, organic jojoba oil has become a staple in my daily beauty routine. I use it to remove makeup, to moisturize my skin, and to prevent frizzy hair. The benefits of jojoba oil are truly awesome. I bought my first bottle in July 2019, and I’ve recently started on my second bottle. Jojoba oil… [Read More]