 Here are my paints waiting patiently for me while I wait for a "flare up " to quiet down. Some of you know I have had Chronic Fatigue Syndrome since I was in my thirties. I don't want my art to be about that so I seldom mention it but at Thanksgiving I got a real flare up that is just not ready to die down.
Nothing to worry about. I know the steps to take and how to take care of myself. I have go back to the Doctor for the third time tomorrow because an infection decided to make a home while I was "ripe for the picking". What I have learned so far : I had a really long stretch of pretty good health. This is the nature of chronic illness it will circle back and take you down. What do I miss most? A Regular day of painting, doing laundry teaching and petting dogs. The regular days are the best.
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12/14/2017 07:38:04 am
Hi Karen, I am working the spoon theory and got some rest last night. The first pillar for me is sleep. If I can't sleep I "spin out". But last night I could sleep and yesterday my collie Fig Newton lay down next to me , practically on me ( which is not allowed) but I let him. It felt like a big furry hug or support. Smelly but in a good way. I told him he was the best friend ever ...and I think he knows he "did good".
Stephanie Kammer
12/14/2017 08:31:40 pm
I so see myself in that empty pallet, I’m hoping that 2018 is better for me! I’ve read about the spoon factor, and I’m thinking it’s gonna be a good year.
Kahn Joyce
12/14/2017 07:42:54 am
Hang in there,Jo. I'm on crutches after a fall and hobbling on one leg. My dad's words stick in my head:"This too shall pass." Jo, You have always been very wise, and you understand your illness and its rhythms. 12/14/2017 10:24:28 am
Thank you for reminding me of the past when I got over the hump over and over again. When you are in it ( as you are) it is hard to remember that it will change and things will get better. It takes a village and many dogs to do this for me! Ha! That's what I need ...forget the medicine...get me another collie STAT
Anne
12/14/2017 08:17:49 am
Hope you feel better and stronger soon and will soon be back at your favorite things! Missing your videos and beautiful paintings. 12/14/2017 10:26:17 am
Thank you Anne. ..I miss my life ......but when I get back to it I will be more grateful than ever. Your kind words help me today. I am always afraid of fading away or just flat out disappearing. My metaphor is I don't want to be "erased! ". There maybe a video in that thought!
Jean
12/21/2017 12:48:21 am
I hope that you are feeling better every day. I depend on my dogs for cuddles and spouse for help with meals. In cold climates the furry dogs are extra warm to have nearby! Your comment will be posted after it is approved.
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