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From 2007 to 2010, I suffered accidental Toxic Injury (also called Multiple Chemical Sensitivity or Environmental Illness). But, the forced time in bed has given me time to write. It has been such a blessing to work on my children's books and stories!-
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Category Archives: MCS/Chronic Illness
Interview with Author of Important MCS Book
Today we will be talking with Martha McLaughlin, author of Chemicals and Christians: Compassion and Caution. I love this quote from the Foreword to her book by Dr. Grace Ziem: “Using safe approaches regarding chemicals is not only Christian but … Continue reading
Book Correction
Thanks to Erik Johnson, Mold Pioneer and Warrior, I realized I have mis-communicated on a very important truth, in my book. (This book, MCS: Banished from the Human Race, which happens to be free this week.) I wrote: “By contrast, … Continue reading
The Day I Learned What I Did Wrong
I sat cross-legged on my bed, beyond exhausted, very sick, frustrated, looking for answers. One of the mold remediation companies said they wanted to use a fogging solution, and I wanted more information about the product, so I called the … Continue reading
Relaxing Sounds
Recently a friend showed me this website. I really love it. Almost every day, I lie back, close my eyes, and listen to these relaxing sounds. The way you can change the strength and combinations of noises for a unique experience is so … Continue reading
Neural Pathway Programs Can Harm
In many mold and Multiple Chemical Sensitivity (MCS) groups, the idea of treating the illnesses with brain retraining often comes up. Before I go on, let me make the connection between the program in the article below about young Cherry … Continue reading
The Most Important Lyme Information Ever
I believe this book is so important because this little-understood phenomenon could make a huge impact on some people’s stubborn Lyme disease. I have seen it work with friends. I am very excited this book has come out; I firmly believe … Continue reading
CFS–Masking and Unmasking
Many people with CFS (Chronic Fatigue Syndrome) have found we also have numerous troubles with toxins and toxicants. In fact, many find the very root of our CFS is mold. Some find that chemicals have a big effect, too. With … Continue reading
Excellent Guest Post on Feeling Abandoned
I love what chronic illness writer Kayle Buchanan has written: I know not everyone is a person of faith, but for those of you that are… I needed this reminder this week. I hope you find it an encouragement. Job … Continue reading
Now I Know Why
April 2010 we left the mold house. My Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) and mold sensitivity and Multiple Chemical Sensitivity (MCS) were all extremely severe. But by August 2010 we had made it to better air in the Black Hills of South … Continue reading
The Contamination from Last Year
It is with another dose of humility and a sad feeling that we are once again asking for help. Humility because we would rather be self-sufficient; sad because people have already been so generous with us, and we hate to … Continue reading
