Trying to go away when health is complex can be incredibly stressful. A holiday at home could be the perfect solution.
Category: Husband
Hospital Hijack and a Chronic Illness Christmas
A True Christmas Can Never Be Cancelled But It Can Be Different
A “Troll” Story
It's never nice to be attacked online, but it can be a good reminder to focus on the beauty in our lives, be truthful to ourselves and with others, and those "trolls" just won't have the power or impact they seek to have.
Swapping Sleeping Sides After 28 Years… Did We Achieve it?
You know it's ok to sometimes admit defeat. In fact, it often takes more strength of character and courage to do so than to continue with a situation, a circumstance that isn't right for you
A Fundraising Newsletter
Hi everyone, For those who haven't been following my latest "Chronic Illness" adventure, five days ago, my husband and I launched a personal fundraising page. We never in our lives thought we would do something like this, but with the encouragement of friends and family, we decided to take a leap of faith. If you'd … Continue reading A Fundraising Newsletter
I Never Imagined I Would Have To Do This
I never thought I would need a Go Fund me account but I realise there are times in our lives when we simply need to ask for help from a "village" of people, who are each able to assist just a little, so we can raise just enough.
It Takes A Village
"It Takes a Village" is such a familiar phrase for most of us, isn't it.What does it really mean though?
Becoming Abled in a Disabled Body
“Why me” can become “why not me”. Sickness is a part of life. Accepting it as your new reality, can help change your disabled world into an abled world.
A Heartfelt Letter To Whom It May Concern … I Need To Get My Life Back!
Sometimes life with chronic illness can be overwhelming. It's not always because of your disease either. It's often all the appointments, including doctors, allied health professionals, equipment trials, dealing with government departments, routine tests and procedures, etc. It can become a full-time job. Your body becomes your business, your place of work, and you can … Continue reading A Heartfelt Letter To Whom It May Concern … I Need To Get My Life Back!
What Does A “Chronically Ill Contented Life” Really Look Like?
Rather than expecting a perfect life filled with halcyon days, I choose to love and cherish the moments of my life where I can engage with some of the activities I enjoy.











