A cool dip
For the first time in more than seven weeks, since before my shingles started, I returned to the pool. I wore a T-shirt to give my skin extra protection. The […]
Trying everything I can
After 6.5 weeks of shingles pain on my neck/head, I have made my way through the sprays, pills, and topicals. Ice is still the best relief. Thankfully, it no longer […]
A welcome visitor
Mama Jude’s childhood friend More Diane is visiting us; the two of them caught up with each other earlier this afternoon. We were all too sidetracked talking to take photos. […]
Living at my own pace
Gastrointestinal-y speaking, today was a much better day. I did my best to relax and try to recover from the horrors of yesterday. The house and garden are still a […]
Changing thrones
My Crohn’s took over my Monday. A hostile takeover. Very hostile. The best part of today: having two toilets so that when one stopped but I didn’t, I could change […]
Gladdies in the evening light
Today’s #OneGoodThing is enjoying these beautiful Gladdies in the evening light! What was your #OneGoodThing today? Please share in the comments! And remember, kindness is everything! Day 176 of 366. And Now […]
Shining my little light
Today’s #OneGoodThing is letting my little light shine! What was your #OneGoodThing today? Please share in the comments! And remember, kindness is everything! Day 175 of 366. And Now Totaling […]
A Crafty Hour watercolor
I watercolor-doodled this colorful page during an online Crafty Hour today. It was lovely to see familiar faces and share our projects. I’ve felt creatively blocked since my shingles outbreak […]
Winning sandals for Mama
Mama Jude and I recently entered a raffle at a local shoe store and I won! I returned to the store and selected these light turquoise Olukai sandals as a […]
Plum under the tree
Our Santa Rosa Plum tree is just starting to ripen. The fruits are smaller this year but have the same sweet and tangy flavor. I devoured the first plum of […]
