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Niki Marie

@messworthmaking.bsky.social

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Writer, artist, dog mom, chronic illness gladiator. Life's messy- but always a mess with making ✨️ I share about it all in a new Substack drop every Thursday. https://substack.com/@messworthmaking?utm_source=share&utm_medium=android&r=6dweu2

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Niki Marie @messworthmaking.bsky.social · 23d

1 yr ago today I was in 🏥, having 85% of my stomach removed for cancer. It feels like both yday & forever ago. This yr brought hard days, healing, change, & so much ❤️. Cancer picked the wrong body, I’m still here. Feels like yday, feels like forever. Either way: I won. 💙 #cancerdidntwin #fuckcancer🎀

Niki Marie @messworthmaking.bsky.social · 29d

From Joan Jett to Bon Jovi, neon lights to punk walls—long live rock, and long live nights like this. 🎶✨ #RockAndRollForever #RockHall #LongLiveRock #HallOfFameVibes #RockAndRollSpirit #NeonNights #PunkNotDead #MusicHistory #RockLegends #ClevelandRocks #ConcertSoul #GuitarHeroes #RockVibes

Niki Marie @messworthmaking.bsky.social · 29d

Spent the day in hospital for a minor procedure. Good days ahead! #HospitalDay #MinorProcedure #HealingJourney #ChronicButComic #OneStepCloser #HospitalLife #PatientPerspective

Niki Marie @messworthmaking.bsky.social · Sep 24

Ah yes, the twice-a-decade invite to the world’s worst tea party—the cleanse that nobody asked for.
#liquiddietlife #ChronicComedy #PrepProblems #ElectrolyteAdventure #ThisIsNotSelfCare #adulting

Niki Marie @messworthmaking.bsky.social · Sep 21

The smoke detector batteries died, causing a beep. The dogs each starred in their own blockbuster. Want to guess which one took the horror role, which one did the drama, and which one went rom-com? #DogDrama #FurryFilmFest #Pawpocalypse #ChronicComedy #DogMomLife #FourLeggedCast

Niki Marie @messworthmaking.bsky.social · Sep 20

Picasso had Paris, I have this side of the room. #ArtistCorner #CreativeSpace #StudioVibes #ArtEverywhere #WorkInProgress #ArtsyLife #CreateEveryday #ArtisticChaos

Niki Marie @messworthmaking.bsky.social · Sep 18

I could get up... but then who would keep the bed warm? #DogWisdom #FluffyPhilosopher #CleverCanine #NotHidingJustResting #DogLifeDecoded #FurReal

Niki Marie @messworthmaking.bsky.social · Sep 17

Crisp air, crunchy leaves, happy paws, and fresh kicks 🍂🐾 Nothing says autumn like walks with my baby boy. #dogmomlife #fallwalks #autumnvibes #crunchyleaves #happypaws #sneakerstyle #dogsofinstagram #fallfeels #leaflitterlove

Niki Marie @messworthmaking.bsky.social · Sep 15

I've spent a good amount of the day snuggling doggos. No regrets. #NORegrets #DogSnuggles #dogmom #flufftherapy #furmama #napgoals

Niki Marie @messworthmaking.bsky.social · Sep 14

Accordion in hand, chaos in his heart. Weird Al never misses. Great concert last night 🎤🎶 #WeirdAl #BiggerAndWeirderTour #ParodyKing #PolkaPower #AccordionLife #ComedyGold #BucketListShow

Niki Marie @messworthmaking.bsky.social · Sep 13

White chilli. Its an autumn dish I love but most people never seem to make it with enough flavor.

Niki Marie @messworthmaking.bsky.social · Sep 12

The infusion chair feels heavy. The waiting chair feels heavier. Full story -> Trading Chairs open.substack.com/pub/messwort...

Niki Marie @messworthmaking.bsky.social · Sep 11

Taking today to honor 9/11 and all the lives lost. Substack will be up tomorrow. 🕯️

Niki Marie @messworthmaking.bsky.social · Sep 10

"The infusion chair feels lighter than the waiting chair." New column dropping on Substack tomorrow: substack.com/@messworthma...

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Writer, artist, dog mom, and chronic illness gladiator. My life’s messy, challenging, and often ridiculous—but always a mess worth making.

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Niki Marie @messworthmaking.bsky.social · Sep 10

Chillin’ like TLC told me to—iced tea only, no scrubs. 🎶🍵 #90sStyle #VintageVibes #90sForever #IcedTeaVibes #BrewedDifferent #IcedTeaGirl

Niki Marie @messworthmaking.bsky.social · Sep 9

They once held our hands at doctor’s visits—now it’s our turn. All love, all tenderness. #RoleReversal #LifeComesFullCircle #CherishTheMoments #AllLoveAllTenderness

Niki Marie @messworthmaking.bsky.social · Sep 7

When the leaves fall, the oven calls. Every bite tastes like a crisp September morning. 🍂
#FallFlavors #CozyEats #AutumnVibes #FoodieFall #BakedWithLove #FallCravings #HomemadeHappiness

Niki Marie @messworthmaking.bsky.social · Sep 6

Access and dignity matter. Period. #FlowFriendly #EndPeriodPoverty

Niki Marie @messworthmaking.bsky.social · Sep 5

Survival of the Friendliest: youtu.be/sHqmevOqBnc?...

Niki Marie @messworthmaking.bsky.social · Sep 4

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Niki Marie @messworthmaking.bsky.social · Sep 3

My ol’ girl. A little slower now, a little grayer too—she naps more than she runs, but she’s still the heartbeat at my feet and the softest part of home. She’s earned every nap, every treat, and the right to ignore me whenever she pleases. #seniordoglove #fureverlove #dogmomchronicles #treatqueen

Niki Marie @messworthmaking.bsky.social · Sep 1

Fall snuck up faster than a Stark at a wedding… which means it’s Game of Thrones rewatch season. 🍂🐉 ⚔️ #WinterIsComing #FallTradition #AutumnVibes #HBOrewatch #HouseStark #DragonsAndDrama #gameofthrones

Niki Marie @messworthmaking.bsky.social · Aug 29

It’s officially Poe season. 🍂☕️ The air turned chilly, so out comes the Edgar Allan Poe mug—because nothing pairs better with fall than a little gothic gloom and a warm drink.

“Quoth the Raven, Nevermore.” 🖤
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#PoeVibes #NevermoreSeason #AutumnMood #EdgarAllanPoe