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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: Mold/Mould
What are Binders?
This lady explains binders much, much better than I could. https://www.alisonvickery.com/blog/all-about-binders-and-how-to-use-them/ Many of my moldie friends use manmade binders, such as CSM, fruit pectin (made into some kind of pill I think), dirt in pills LOL, and possibly charcoal or … Continue reading
Posted in chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), MCS/Chronic Illness, Mold/Mould, nutrition
Tagged detox, detox insecticides, detox mold
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anti-inflammatory, wild fermented, probiotic Salsa
3 pounds organic tomatoes (pesticides can inhibit proper ferment) washed and chopped 1 or 2 organic sweet peppers, cored and finely chopped2 onions, minced1 whole head of garlic, finely minced2 hot peppers, finely minced1 cup finely chopped cilantro, parsley leaf, … Continue reading
Posted in MCS/Chronic Illness, Mold/Mould, Recipes
Tagged probiotics what to do with garden tomatoes, salsa
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C-PTSD
(complex ptsd) Many of us in the mold community get c-ptsd. Our traumas are not war-related, but many little traumas, burn-out, etc. can result in a form of ptsd. But it is complex because often our battles for our health … Continue reading
How to Make Probiotic Hungarian Sun Pickles
Slice unwaxed cucumbers lengthwise, but no all the way through the end, like so: Place in sterilized jars. Add 3-4 juniper berries, lots of fresh dill, 1 t. whole peppercorns, and several whole garlic cloves Cover with brine–3 c. warm … Continue reading
Posted in Mold/Mould, nutrition, Recipes
Tagged cucumber uses, ferment, fermentation, healthy pickles, hungarian pickles, juniper berry uses, natural, no vinegar, probiotic
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“Dry Mulch” Method for Moldies
It’s not really dry; food waste needs water ultimately to break downBUT here’s a way to minnimize mold risk. Start with some safe dirt (I’m doing mine in a wheelbarrow and a circle metal thing off the patio. Lay things … Continue reading
Posted in Children, God's Grace/Encouragement, MCS/Chronic Illness, Mold/Mould, Uncategorized
Tagged fairy gatden, mulch, mulch pile
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Coffee Enema Alternative
Great subject, eh? lol Many of my chronic illness friends use coffee enemas to help with detox. I can’t because of my hypotonia, so I came up with alternative steps. Eat enough (yeah, that sounds weird, but for 18 months, … Continue reading
Posted in chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), MCS/Chronic Illness, Mold/Mould
Tagged constipation
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Journal your way to better health
First let me be clear. I think most physical problems have very little root in emotional health. Except racing heart after a scare. 😀 However, if the emotional health is improved, we just plain feel better, and it might help … Continue reading
Posted in chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), God's Grace/Encouragement, Homelessness, Mold/Mould, Suffering/Grief, Writing/My Writing/Children's Books
Tagged CFS, chronic illness, CIRS, disappointment, emotional health, grief, help with grief, journ, long covid, Mold Illness, mold loss, trauma
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Lemon Probiotic
This a wild ferment of lemons that creates a delicious probiotic juice perfect for adding to your water. It should help correct body biome problems. 1. Buy 10-12 lemons with no wax on the skin2. Wash hands and sterilize quart … Continue reading
Posted in MCS/Chronic Illness, Mold/Mould, Recipes
Tagged delicious lemon, homemade, preserved lemons, probiotic
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Moldies–Preserve your Stuff with Photos
When we left the mold house, we had to throw away our wedding album. However, my husband had the foresight to take digital photos of all the album pages (outside). That way, someday when we got new non-mold contaminated photos, … Continue reading
I Hate Journaling
So why in the world did I write a journaling book? Well, mainly one reason, my friends wanted it. Many contributed ideas and thoughts. I picked the best of these and put them in the book. It’s not totally true … Continue reading
Posted in Caregivers, chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), God's Grace/Encouragement, MCS/Chronic Illness, Mold/Mould, Suffering/Grief, Writing/My Writing/Children's Books
Tagged chronic illness, emotional health, grief, journaling, mold, mould, points for your therapist, working through grief
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