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May is Lyme Disease Awareness Month. So, I wanted to compile a list of resources that would be helpful to anyone wanting to learn more about Lyme disease and protect their loved ones. If you live anywhere in the United States (or many other countries throughout the world) this is essential reading. Despite what you …
This morning I read a disturbing article written by David Heitz. I cannot verify his credentials, but he describes himself as a freelance writer who specializes in health/LGBT reporting. The Lyme Disease Controversy In his article, entitled, “No, You Do Not Have Chronic Lyme Disease” (yes, that really is the title) he attempts to make a …
What’s a spoonie? Is it a person who loves spoons….like a foodie who loves food? If you have a chronic illness or know someone who does then you may have heard this term before. But if you’re like me, before my illness with Lyme disease began, I had no knowledge of the term. So, What’s A Spoonie? …
Do you love motivational quotes as much as I do? Sometimes you simply need a little boost to get you moving in the right direction and motivational quotes remind you to keep going and build on your strengths. Here’s a blast from the past… I Get Knocked Down But I Get Up Again (You’re Never …
Did you know that over 12% of the population gets migraines? This includes children. These severe headaches can include several neurological symptoms. They also tend to run in families and are debilitating, causing a loss of productivity in work and missing out on life in general. In this blog post, we’ll discuss natural and pharmaceutical treatments …
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Have you ever had a year that you were soo ready to bid adieu to? This past year was like that for me. After major surgery (with complications) in the spring and becoming re-infected with Lyme disease this past fall, I was ready to turn a page to a new calendar year. But I’ve learned …
There’s a strong connection between forgiveness (or unforgiveness) and health. When someone treats us unfairly or says or does things that hurt us, it can be incredibly difficult to forgive them. In fact, many of us will associate these bad memories with that person forever unless we do something about it….and fast! My Difficult Lesson In …
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I have a confession. I’ve put off writing this piece for as long as I can. I had intentions of facing this writing this sooner, but it simply hasn’t happened. Until now. If you’re wondering why I’ve procrastinated for so long, I’ll let you in on a little secret…Lyme disease stinks. There…I said it. Some days …
Have you ever set a goal and been so excited about seeing it through and reaping the benefits, and then a week later realizing your efforts tuckered out on the third day? Do you read or hear about other people who have set goals and accomplished amazing transformations, such as losing 100 pounds or exercising …
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Have you ever detoxed? You may have heard of detoxing through a friend or one of those detox tea commercials. But there are many natural ways to detox. I prefer to view it as an ongoing practice instead than something I do once or twice a year. But, no matter your approach, there are several …
Do you enjoy spending time outdoors? I love going to the beach to soak up the sun. The long drive (or occasional, flight) from Missouri is always worth it. When I’m at the beach with my family it seems like all is right with the world. Laying in the warm sun, feeling the sand between …
