At home in Venice
Today was a forced rest day for us. A migraine took me down, without consideration that we’re traveling. We’d planned to rest tomorrow, so hopefully we’ll be able to switch […]
Celebrating 1,000 good things
When I started writing about one good thing each day on January 1st, 2016, I had no idea what it would become. I worried that I wouldn’t be able to […]
Successful pre-trip chemo
Today was my 10th chemo infusion for Crohn’s Disease. I started the treatment 13 months ago, and I’m finally feeling a bit more regular. I typically seem to get a […]
Paisley’s pint-sized friend
A trip to our new chiropractor today helped my migraine pain enough that I was able to take Mama to pick up a new pair of sandals. That’s where we […]
Less pain, more vertical
The antibiotics are finally kicking in, and my infected kidney is feeling less angry and violent. Today’s #OneGoodThing is starting to feel a bit better at last! Day 239 of 365. And […]
Not one dose missed
Giving myself an injection every day is still one of the most difficult parts of my day. I’ve learned that a lifelong needle phobia doesn’t disappear just because you’re forced […]
Sweet pictures from Mama
My migraine still wouldn’t quit today, so Mama took pictures of the flowers in our garden. She sent them to me in an email, telling me she hoped I felt […]
Soothing, cold air
I’ve spent the day dragging myself between bed and the bathroom floor. A migraine and overpowering nausea took control of my day. But when the sun went down, Mama suggested […]
Ready for the sequel
After our exciting week, today was a happily horizontal day in our home. Plus, I’m pretty wiped out from yesterday’s treatment. This afternoon, Mama and I re-watched the movie “Mamma […]
Bright spots on infusion day
Today was infusion day for me. It’s been nearly a year since I started this chemotherapy treatment for my Crohn’s Disease, and it has been making a big difference in […]
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