Disaster Diaries: Costco Hauls, Cookie Wins, and Cozy Saturdays

The High-Functioning Disaster

Welcome back to Disaster Diaries from The High-Functioning Disaster.

It’s Saturday — and the vibe is pure weekend chaos meets comfort. After staying up late with Brandon, Sacha sleeps in (until 11!), dives into her Miracle Morning, and heads out for a day of errands, bulk hauls, and sweet indulgence.

Today’s adventures include Sam’s Club and Costco runs, stocking up on Oikos protein shakes, Sprite Zero, and Nature’s Twist Lemonade for Mom, plus scoring Brandon a heated work vest before the first snow hits. The garage and kitchen fridges get a long-overdue cleanout (gross bowls and all), and a new Eureka vacuum mop arrives from TikTok Shop to save future cleaning days.

But the highlight? A Crumbl cookie “cheers” in the parking lot — Martha Stewart Chocolate Chip Thins, buttery perfection that Sacha officially declares the best cookie she’s ever had.

Evening plans wrap with a late dinner, a wild IU vs. Penn State game replay, and a slow wind-down yoga stretch before bed. Simple pleasures, weekend energy, and a little self-care in motion.

Mentioned in this episode:

• Costco & Sam’s Club runs (Oikos Pro Shakes, Sprite Zero, Nature’s Twist)
• Heated vest for Brandon
• First snow of the season (too soon!)
• Crumbl Cookie “Martha Stewart” collab 🍪
• No-Spend November exception: Eureka TikTok vacuum mop
• Fridge cleanout wins (and losses 😬)
• Indiana University vs. Penn State game
• Nighttime yoga + weekend reset

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🧭 Key Takeaways

• Rest matters — sleeping in can be the healthiest choice of the day.
• Cleaning chaos is easier when you tag-team it (and laugh through it).
• “No-Spend November” sometimes needs exceptions for sanity.
• Celebrate small joys — like the perfect cookie or a warm vest.
• The calm of a slow yoga stretch beats perfection every time.

⚠️ Content Note:

Casual mention of chronic illness (Type 2 diabetes), GLP-1 medication side effects, and caregiver responsibilities. Otherwise lighthearted, cozy weekend tone.

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