I got an email from one of my favorite garden-supply companies a few weeks ago. It seems that so many people have taken an interest
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How Do We Stay On Track with Our Chronic Illness Care Plan During This Time?
I bought groceries in my pajamas this morning. Don’t worry – I didn’t leave the house. A couple of our grocery stores around here have
Garden or Self-Care Plan: Principles for Both
Today we took our first trip of the season to our local garden center (my home away from home). It’s still a little chilly for
The HOPE Plan for Fibromyalgia: A Self-Care Framework
I did something last Sunday that broke my heart a little. It was something I needed to do, but it was still difficult. I told
Don’t Let an Extended Flare Stop Your Progress
It happens every January. After a couple of months of pushing myself in order to enjoy the holidays, I experience a flare that lasts most
If I Make It Through December: Tips to Get Everything Done and Enjoy the Holidays
There was a song by Merle Haggard called, “If We Make It Through December” that was popular when I was a kid. Although I don’t
Making Time to Relax: Crucial for Chronic Illness Self-Care
Our son came to visit last week. He doesn’t live close by, so although we talk at least once a week, we only get to
Dating Your Spouse, Chronic Illness Style
My Hubby and I went on a date the other day. It was really just a short drive and lunch at one of our favorite
Are Chronic Illness and Wellness Mutually Exclusive?
Are chronic illness and wellness mutually exclusive? At first glance they appear to be complete opposites, don’t they? After all, who can be ill and
Letting Go of Guilt When You Live with Chronic Pain
“You’re a warrior Baby.” My eyes filled with tears once again as my husband said this to me. I sure didn’t feel like a warrior;
What Kind of Music Will You Play? Attitude and Chronic Illness
The piano you see above is one of the things I love about our city. Each Spring, these lovely painted pianos show up all over
What Does It Mean To Thrive With Fibromyalgia?
Are there ever days when you feel like a fraud? Sometimes I do. I talk about thriving with Fibromyalgia, but there are days my illness
June Link-Up with Sheryl from A Chronic Voice
Time flies when you’re having fun! I must be having a lot of fun, because time sure has flown by this year. I can’t believe
Learning Acceptance When You Live With Fibromyalgia or Other Chronic Illness
I knew it wasn’t good when I woke up vibrating last Saturday…. Maybe you’re familiar with this sensation, maybe not….. It happens sometimes when I’m
Low Battery: How Do I Keep Energy Levels Steady With Fibromyalgia?
We were finally going to take our day trip to celebrate our anniversary. We had delayed by a couple of weeks, mainly due to my
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[Fibro Hacks] 6 Tips To Make Gardening Easier
On Wednesday, I talked about the wellness benefits of gardening, and my friend V.J. at One Woman’s Quest reminded me of this post I wrote
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[Fibro Life] The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly: Why I Share It All
Are there ever times when you’re happy to be wrong? I have to say, I had one of those times earlier this week. As I
Daffodils and Fibromyalgia: Lessons from Spring’s Early Bloomer
How are you feeling today? my husband asked. Well, I haven’t cried today, so that’s an improvement, right? It had been a rough several days. As
Prioritizing Self-Care “Projects”: 4 Questions To Ask Ourselves
My hubby and I went to a Home and Garden show yesterday. We were a little disappointed because it wasn’t exactly what we expected, but
Watercolor Lessons And Self-Care
“My painting lesson didn’t go very well” I said to my husband. Not too long ago, while browsing in our local bookstore, I came upon