6 Ways I Stay Chronically Content Despite Chronic Illness

Whatever your chronic disease or circumstances, don't let your happiness be defined by what has been taken away from you. Think upon the things that make you smile.

The Tides of Chronic Illness

I was sitting at our local cafe this week, which is situated on a Point overlooking the Bay and beautiful Islands beyond. It really couldn't be more idyllic and I am blessed to live so close to such a gorgeous place on Australia's east coast. As my husband and I were sipping our cool drinks … Continue reading The Tides of Chronic Illness

The Next “Leg” of My Journey

It's nearly 3 years since my left femur snapped in two. Those first two years I can barely remember. It's a blur of surgery after surgery, hospital stay after hospital stay, recovery after recovery. Actually recovery is probably the wrong word because I haven't recovered. My left femur is still broken. It's officially diagnosed as … Continue reading The Next “Leg” of My Journey

Sjogren’s Syndrome ~ Cause of my Sagging Eyelid

Today was my visit to my Ophthalmologist to discuss the worsening of my eye symptoms. We have known that I have Sjogren's Syndrome, secondary to my Rheumatoid Arthritis, for a few years now and up until recently I have had moderate dry eyes and my salivary glands also cause me a bit of grief. I also have … Continue reading Sjogren’s Syndrome ~ Cause of my Sagging Eyelid