It’s a beautiful time of year but when you have a chronic illness it is often a very difficult time. It’s even more difficult when you’re greatly affected by the lack of sunshine and cold winter weather. These environmental changes often increase symptoms like sluggishness, fatigue, and pain. Thankfully, with the Christmas season being right […]
My Top 25 Stocking Stuffer Picks for People with Chronic Lyme
Do you have a loved one with a chronic illness? Those of us who suffer from any sort of chronic pain usually have a different perspective on what we would like to receive as gifts. Our wants often turn into needs for comfort and relief from pain.
7 Steps to Organizing a Great Christmas Even With a Chronic Illness
Chronic Illness and Christmas Every year as October came to its end I would begin to stress about the holidays. When you have a chronic illness and especially brain fog, common among Lymies, the holidays can bring about an overwhelm that is unlike any other time of year. It doesn’t have to be that way […]
Praying More Earnestly Through Our Pain
Have you ever heard something that just hit you like a ton of bricks? Maybe you’ve had a light bulb moment when something illuminated your mind and caused you to think more deeply about a thought then you ever had before?
Holidays, Homeschooling & Ho Hum Health
Can you believe Christmas is here? Are you feeling peaceful and enjoying the season or are you frazzled and stressed? This time of year can be so beautiful and exciting but it also can be busy, stressful, sad, and even frustrating. Christmas can invoke old memories and hurts. Alternatively, you may love Christmas so much […]
Giving Thanks Through the Struggle and Pain
The Thanksgiving season is upon us and I wondered if you are giving thanks through your struggle and pain?
Easter and Our Greatest Hope
Easter will be here in just a few days. Many families come together for Easter egg hunts, dying hard boiled eggs and eating lots of chocolate. On Easter Sunday some of us put on our best attire and head to church and celebrate the Lord’s resurrection.