Category: Spinal Stenosis

Where Do I Start? A Diagnosis of Myositis and So Much Is Happening …. But I Will Try An Update!

~ Sam ~ 2 Comments

Hi Everyone, Since I last posted, our lives have been turned upside down. I think the best way to bring you the simplest update is to list the events, and then I'll chat about key issues. Here goes..... Let's start with good news: Peter had his ACAT assessment last week for 7⁷⁷Level 4 Aged Care … Continue reading Where Do I Start? A Diagnosis of Myositis and So Much Is Happening …. But I Will Try An Update!

Finding Ways To Survive “Living in Limbo” with Chronic Illness

~ Sam ~ Leave a comment

Life isn’t always straightforward. It's a bit of a cliche, I know, but it’s so true!Eight years ago, I sat in pain with two broken legs, recovering from two major surgeries eight weeks apart. I was facing a future filled with so many “unknown” elements.At that moment, “Life isn’t straight forward”, is exactly what came … Continue reading Finding Ways To Survive “Living in Limbo” with Chronic Illness

I Can’t Believe It…My Latest Lumbar X-Ray Uncovers a Missing Diagnostic Link in My Story!

~ Sam ~ 11 Comments

Everything I've experienced now makes so much sense. I now know why, and for some reason, that knowledge removes its power over me. It's part of me rather than being something attacking me from nowhere.

Becoming Abled in a Disabled Body

~ Sam ~ 1 Comment

“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 Personal Letter from Sam….My Health and Life Update and an Apology.

~ Sam ~ 5 Comments

Hi Everyone, I recently wrote a letter to the members of my support forum, Medical Musings with Friends . I wanted to apologise for being so quiet with replying to their comments on the forum, and not commenting on posts in general lately. I've managed to schedule daily segments to encourage community and discussion, but … Continue reading A Personal Letter from Sam….My Health and Life Update and an Apology.

My Interview as a Guest on, “I Am Not My Pain Podcast” …..With Host Melissa Adams

~ Sam ~ 2 Comments

I'm so excited to share with you my interview as a Guest on "I Am Not My Pain Podcast. This is part one, of a two part interview. I was so honoured to be invited by Melissa to talk about my health story, my blog, my book, my forum and even more importantly, how I … Continue reading My Interview as a Guest on, “I Am Not My Pain Podcast” …..With Host Melissa Adams

There is Something Good in Every Day…Even With Chronic Disease

~ Sam ~ 2 Comments

There is something good in every day. Is there? Is that even a possible concept for those of us who have chronic diseases? The initial response from the chronic illness community is likely to be a resounding "No". Pain, procedures, lack of sleep, lack of understanding, countless medical appointments and tests, chronic fatigue, lack of … Continue reading There is Something Good in Every Day…Even With Chronic Disease

Sailing Through Storms

~ Sam ~ 2 Comments

I’m not afraid of storms, for I’m learning how to sail my ship.Louisa May Alcott (Author of “Little Women”) I always think we have a choice when faced with “storms of life”.We can bunker down and wait for the storm to pass, or we can continue to live, albeit with impediments, and find a way … Continue reading Sailing Through Storms

My First Podcast for 2022….I’m Back!

~ Sam ~ 2 Comments

I have neglected my Podcast since June last year for various reasons. I'm so happy to be back with my first episode for 2022. One of my goals ticked already! I hope you find it helpful as you start your own journey into 2022. Lots of love, Sam xx (My Podcast can be streamed on … Continue reading My First Podcast for 2022….I’m Back!

Stoic or Stupid?

~ Sam ~ 3 Comments

I was once called "Stoic" when I was working, because of the way I got on with my chronic health issues without fuss. I was always cheerful, smiling and putting others first. I kept working full time with this stoic attitude and nature, until my body physically would no longer let me. Even with a … Continue reading Stoic or Stupid?