SIMBA NOTES • RECOVERY ERA • MESSY ON PURPOSE

Simba vs Gravity

A scrapbook diary of small days, small steps, and big drama (from a tiny dog).

quote of the day: “I don’t need a therapist. I need Simba to stop jumping.”

Webverse ↗ Open the diary ↓ Scroll like you’re flipping pages. Each day shows Simba’s mood + what happened.
What this is:

A tiny story told in days. Each section is a scene.

Look at Simba’s sketch first, then read the moment.

day 1

the 3-second calm
Simba sketch day 1
How Simba feels:

Innocent. Brave. Slightly guilty. Mostly offended that I noticed.

Today’s vibe: “I was just existing… dramatically.”

# The 3-Second Calm
scene
I finally relaxed. Simba looked at the couch like it owed him money. Then he tried a move that was absolutely not approved.
A Attachment Mode
on
If I stand up, he stands up. If I blink, he watches. If I breathe, he’s like: “where are we going?”
B Blanket Drama
award-winning
He collapses on the blanket like a movie character who just returned from war.

day 2

new house laws
Simba sketch day 2
How Simba feels:

Confused. Annoyed. Staring at me like I personally invented “rules.”

Today’s vibe: “Why can’t I do my hobbies?”

F The Floor
villain
The floor is suddenly an ice rink. Rugs appear everywhere. Simba watches me like I’m decorating for no reason.
J Jumping
banned
Simba keeps approaching the couch edge like a superhero. I keep doing my best “NO.” He disagrees silently.
H Hip Reality
serious
This is the day I realized recovery is a full-time job and Simba is my tiny boss who refuses to sign the safety policy.

day 3

cone era begins
Simba sketch day 3
How Simba feels:

Embarrassed… but also powerful because he can hit everything on purpose now.

Today’s vibe: “I didn’t choose this lifestyle.”

C Cone Physics
loud
The cone enters the room before Simba does. The furniture is learning fear. I am learning patience.
W Watch Mode
24/7
He looks sleepy, then suddenly remembers he’s a rebel and tries to negotiate his way out of healing.
* Still Alive
true
He sleeps like he pays bills. He does not pay bills.

day 4

medicine theatre
Simba sketch day 4
How Simba feels:

Suspicious. “Why is my treat shaped like betrayal?”

Today’s vibe: “I know your tricks.”

M Medicine Time
daily scene
I act casual. Simba acts offended. We both act like this is the first time it ever happened.
G Sleepy Philosopher
mode
After meds, he stares into the distance like he’s thinking about the meaning of life (or snacks).
R Sad Eyes
weapon
Even when he’s fine, he performs sadness. It works. I’m weak.

day 5

tiny victories
Simba sketch day 5
How Simba feels:

Better. Braver. Still dramatic, but now it’s “cute dramatic.”

Today’s vibe: “I’m healing… but make it iconic.”

S Main Character Energy
always
He walks like a bodyguard on duty. Then he stops and judges the air for no reason.
T Treat Economy
strong
Treats are currency. Treats are peace treaties. Treats are the reason this house functions.
O Outside Business
serious
We go outside. He does important work. Then he looks at me like: “Okay, take me back in.”

day 6

zoomies incoming
Simba sketch day 6
How Simba feels:

Too confident. He feels a little better and now thinks he is fully healed.

Today’s vibe: “I’m fine. Let me run.”

Z Zoomies Attempt
not yet
He suddenly tries to move faster like nothing ever happened. I keep stopping him like: “slow down, the vet said no zoomies.”
S Slippery Floor
enemy
One wrong slip and the whole story rewinds. Rugs stay forever.
Real Ending
true
He’s annoying. He’s precious. I would do this forever.