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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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I love: God, family & friends, outdoors, gardening, animals, writing, reading, photography, cooking, music, dance, bare feet, long skirts, lavender & yellow, and chocolate.
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Category Archives: Suffering/Grief
Another Aspect of Healing
Last post I spoke of supernatural healing. Another aspect of healing is treatment. Sometimes God, in His grace and despite humankind’s sinfulness, allows human beings to figure things out and treat illnesses. So, for me: science, logic, and Multiple Chemical Sensitivity … Continue reading
Is Supernatural Healing Real?
Is supernatural healing real? In a word: sometimes. YES, the God of the universe really does heal supernaturally sometimes. How do I know? I have experienced it myself, years ago. I have also witnessed God healing two of my children, … Continue reading
8 Ways to Get Rid of Anger
With difficulties in life or hurt from other people often comes anger. This is normal, natural, and “needed.” Technically anger probably isn’t “needed,” but acknowledgment of it is. I’m not sure it is humanly possible to face severe troubles without … Continue reading
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Not Writing from an Ivory Tower
So, if you have perused my blog, you can see that I write a lot about suffering, grief, and other unpopular subjects. Why? Because I know suffering can be a lonely place, and I don’t want others to walk that … Continue reading
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Amazing True Story
Today I would like to share a gift God gave me about 15 years ago. Our son Nathan was a tiny baby. I had tried and tried nursing (believe me, I do not give up easily), but he was in … Continue reading
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I Miss my Kitty
A year ago today our little kitty, Cinnamon, died. I recently read again the poem I wrote about her: Poem About Cinnamon I cried again, and I still miss her. And she was “only” an animal! I do think … Continue reading
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To the Suffering and Oppressed Ones
To those who struggle mightily with Multiple Chemical Sensitivity/Environmental Illness, other chronic illness, other disability, being a caregiver for someone with chronic illness, MCS/EI homelessness, or other suffering due to no fault of your own, I have found much comfort … Continue reading
A Broken Heart on Christmas
I know there are many people suffering with a broken heart this Christmas, and this post is for you. I hope that this can encourage you. I wrote the following “poem” a few years ago. At the time, I was … Continue reading
5 Ways to Survive Chronic Illness and Christmas
Chronic illness affects everything, Christmas included. Join a support group, online if you can’t get out. There are few people who understand chronic illness like others who are chronically ill. Right now, one of my support groups is going through … Continue reading
How to Survive Chronic Illness
Random thoughts on how to survive chronic illness: Grieve your losses. Grab beauty wherever you can (pages and pages of flowers, birds, scenery, etc. on Flickr; poetry; music; a bowl of apples) and let it seep into your soul. Rest. … Continue reading
