This post was written on June 8, 2015, when I graduated my 2nd daughter from our homeschool. As you know we recently graduated our second daughter from our homeschool. A common question I get from others is, what does a homeschool graduation even look like? Honestly, every homeschool graduation will look completely different just as […]
Do You Think I Make a Big Deal About Lyme?
Do you think I make too big a deal about Lyme Disease? When an illness overtakes your body and causes more pain than you’ve ever had in your life. When it takes your memories from you or prevents you from being able to understand simple things, when every step you take feels like you’re trudging […]
New Lyme Survey Results
On March 9, 2015 the Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA) announced that it will update it’s Lyme Disease guidelines. The IDSA provided a 30 day window for the public to make comments. LymeNet.org created a patient survey and made it available on March 28, 2015. This survey was for those who have had or […]
Dr. Mom, Ph.D
Not so long ago I read a comment on Facebook that caused me to stop and think. The comment made reference to those who get their Ph.D from Google University. The Internet has been an invaluable source of information for many and has opened the door to learning anything you want. Personally, it’s helped me […]
Lyme in the News
There is so much going on right now in the news about Lyme Disease. It seems as though each week there is another famous person sharing their battle with the disease, another viral infection found in ticks or legislation that hits the headlines. I thought I’d highlight some of the key happenings and rather than […]
Staying Home for Spring Break
It’s Spring Break, so far this week we haven’t done anything exciting. We didn’t go away to the beach or even on any local trips to go sightseeing. Normally, just hanging out around the house and sticking with my normal routine wouldn’t bother me but sometimes when I log onto Facebook and see all the […]
How To Make A Lavender Rice Heat Pad
Today I made a new lavender rice heat pad. I made a few of these in different shapes and sizes many years ago but with all the Lyme pain we’ve used them so much they finally fell apart. So, it was about time to make another one and I thought it would be fun to […]
Happy Birthday To Me! Reflections From My Heart
This week I celebrated my 46th birthday! Yes, I really did just say that out loud. I’m quite OK with it though really. My bday cake with backwards numbers. In fact I appreciate things so much more now that I’m older and I feel like life is a little easier in some ways. I’m much […]
Taking a Bite Out of Lyme
This March Lyme disease sufferers want the world to know about Lyme Disease and other tick-borne diseases by bringing awareness through a new challenge. Grassroots organizers have partnered with ILADS to start the Take a Bite Out of Lyme Challenge in order to bring about awareness and raise funds for Lyme research and better […]
Those Dreaded Setbacks
When you’re chronically ill you tend to be open to trying just about anything to feel better. You try to do the right things, follow the right diet, try different medications or herbs, and search for the right doctor. If it’s working you might begin to notice improvement and you may celebrate even the smallest […]
