Thrive with Chronic Pain

A little bit of fun & beauty today.💜

It's been awhile because of so many reasons. You all understand. But I saw this Pile of Puppies post today from the Good News Network and had to share. Take a moment to read this today and smile! Hugs.

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Beauty exists.💜

And the garden keeps giving. Thank you nature!!!

The Facial Pain Association’s description of Trigeminal Neuralgia: “What does TN pain feel like?
TN episodes may start as short, mild attacks and progress and cause longer, more-frequent bouts of searing pain. TN pain is described as sudden and intense, with patient ratings of 9 out of 10, or more, although less severe attacks can occur. TN pain is often describes as stabbing, shooting, sharp, piercing or electrical in nature. Pain can occur almost anywhere between the jaw and forehead, including inside the mouth. This pain can include facial twitching (hence, the term ‘tic’).

A large proportion of people have a constant aching pain between attacks; attacks might last for longer that two minutes. Some people have eye tearing on the same side of the face. Mild sensory changes are also reported. Many people report that their TN attacks become more intense and frequent over time, sometimes with pain-free periods in between. “
May they find a cure in the future for this rare disease.💜💜🙏

Happy Tomatoes! Happy me! Here’s to some small pleasure in your life today!💜

“Don’t stress over things that are out of your control.”

So many beautiful yarn bowls on ETSY & Amazon. Yet, I don’t want to spend the $$$ on a bowl just for yarn. What to do? On this low energy day, I looked through the recycling bin, pulled out a large plastic container, cut a hole in the top (after washing it), covered the sharp edges with painter’s tape, and viola! It works. My painful head is greatly amused by its distressed appearance. Now to find some stickers to make it delightful. pain

Sending you a pan of summer delights to lighten your day!🦋

Fall is coming. I had to needlepoint felt a pumpkin!

Slowly, slowly my wild & weedy space gets done. My hands plant & I rejoice in the smell of wet soil. The days of the neat pristine garden rows planted within two days & being well weeded is long gone. Wildness comes forth in the messy & strawberries, peas, tomatoes, & zucchini still come to life. Take care of your hands & your lovely body as you enjoy this season.💜

Happy Easter, Spring, Ostara or whatever you celebrate that brings hope & joy into your life.