Snow days can be super fun days for the chronically ill. Okay, so maybe not if you live in Alaska. I am talking about those of us who get the rare snow days. During chronic illness, that kind of contrast can create a really fun experience. It is the change, the excitement, that can get our attention. Anyone who has been ill for years knows how monotonous it gets. Just when we want to scream of boredom from the illness situation, a winter storm can be one of the most fun things to happen all year. And it takes no effort to experience it. You can do this one from bed if need be.
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Dancing In The Rain
Do you feel like you are in a desert, with no rain and all alone in chronic illness? What would it take to celebrate? Rain!!! Okay, so this picture is just a mirage but I really did find some serious dancing kangaroos. As in real kangaroos and real rain. They were clearly celebrating (look below for the real picture). In light of the recent fires in Australia, there is even more significance to the photo. It won awards! You will be able to feel the rain as you view it.
Continue reading Dancing In The RainNowhere is One of My Favorite Places During Chronically Illness
If nowhere is good enough for Winnie-The-Pooh, it is good enough for the chronically ill. Have you ever let your mind wander and rest in never-never-land? Interesting things can happen while in nowhere land. Christopher Robin and Pooh can help us find great comfort while we are on our unique wellness path.
Continue reading Nowhere is One of My Favorite Places During Chronically IllnessAddicting Avocado Matcha Ice Cream Recipe
Creamy and sweet and seriously addicting. Dairy-free and sugar-free makes this enjoyable for the chronically ill that have so many food restrictions. One of the best things about it is how many different flavors you can make it. I chose to go with the green of the avocado today so I made it Matcha green. But you can use this recipe as a base for any flavor.
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