lyokucha

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Maybe it's because I started eating ginger a few days before my period, kept up with my yoga routine, and stuck to a gluten-free diet, but I've made it to day three of my period without taking any pain relievers😊

It truly feels like a blessing to go through the day without any aches or pains anywhere in my body✨️I'm so grateful🤍

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I’m so happy it’s cool today for the first time in a while.

I tried adding the honey lemon I made to beat the summer heat to my tea, and it turned into a delicious lemon tea🫖💛

Since temperatures are supposed to rise above 35℃ again starting tomorrow, I plan to prepare some make-ahead meals today!

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Lately, whenever I drink coffee, I get heart palpitations and stomachaches 😵

I loooooove coffee, so this really makes me sad.

It might just be a temporary imbalance in my autonomic nervous system caused by summer fatigue, but this could be a year of changes—like my body no longer tolerating wheat.

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I just watched Mogwai and Geordie Greep's sets on the Fuji Rock livestream!

They were absolutely amazing😍

Now I'm getting even more excited because Massive Attack and Mitski are up next! 🎶

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I watched Snail Mail's performance at Fuji Rock Festival on the livestream.

It had such a chill vibe—it was the perfect way to unwind after dinner.

I'm really looking forward to Mitski's set the day after tomorrow!

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せみ

It looks like it's going to hit 40°C today, and I'm freaking out.

Even the cicadas aren't chirping.

When the cicadas—the very symbol of summer—are worn out, you know it's unbelievably hot!

[lyokucha]

Yesterday, I was probably just exhausted because I wasn't feeling well and couldn't eat much.

This morning, I washed my pillow and sheets, and somehow I felt so much better afterward😊🫧

It looks like the 37°C (99°F) heat will stick around for a few more days, so I'm planning to stay indoors as much as possible, exercising and reading books🦥

[lyokucha]

The breeze was cool today, so I was able to get by without the air conditioner for the first time in a while.

Not only heel raises, but squats and stretching have also become part of my routine.

This mild muscle soreness feels great 😊

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The sweat that had been trickling slowly has turned into a steady stream, and summer has definitely arrived over the past few days!

I’m sick of the heat, but Santana’s music feels just right.

Not only are passionate songs like “Smooth” and “Corazón Espinado” great, but “Greener,” his collaboration with FKJ, also gives me a refreshing feeling.

[lyokucha]

Today, I did plank, and 100 heel raises, split into 5 sets of 20!

Someone said, “I don’t want to do strength training, but at my age, if I don’t, it takes a toll on my mind and body. If eating bugs or getting slapped would make me healthier, I’d choose that over strength training,” and it made me laugh😊

[lyokucha]

My mom bought me some gluten-free pasta and made me rice-flour pancakes.

I was so touched by her thoughtfulness😊

Thanks to that, I was able to have a great day today!

[lyokucha]

Today, to warm myself up, I made simmered turnips and shiitake mushroom soup.

When I wasn’t feeling well, my cat snuggled up next to me.

Since she usually sleeps alone, it’s a bit surprising, but it really made me happy😊

[lyokucha]

I had a dream where I accidentally put a cookie in my mouth and couldn’t decide whether to swallow it or spit it out.

It seems that gluten-free eating is gradually becoming a part of my daily life.

After waking up, instead of a cookie, I ate an baked cinnamon honey apple topped with cream cheese.

Honestly, the taste could use some work, but it turned out to be a nutritious and satisfying snack😋

[lyokucha]

There was a magnitude 6 earthquake late last night, so I didn’t sleep very well.

The ground has become unstable due to the heavy rain from the typhoon, so I’m praying there won’t be any more aftershocks.

It seems there has been extensive damage from an earthquake in Venezuela as well, which breaks my heart.

At times like this, I plan to practice mindfulness to calm my mind.

[lyokucha]

I wasn't feeling very energetic today, so I decided to try making a new dish without a recipe just to change things up.

It was simple, but it turned out delicious.

I'm about to take a bath, so I'm hoping that will lift my spirits a little more! Here I go🏃

[lyokucha]

Lately, I’ve been really into Lana Del Rey’s “Doin’ Time.”

In addition to the original song’s mood, having a woman sing lyrics written from a man’s perspective adds a whole new layer of charm.

Naoko Ken’s “夏をあきらめて” is another song I love for the same reason!

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Thanks to cutting out wheat a few days ago, I’m feeling great and my mind is clear.

It’s a little scary that I don’t know when I developed gluten intolerance, but I’m starting to feel better both physically and mentally.

I’m happiest that the fog in my head has cleared, making it easier to concentrate on reading🤍