Yesterday was the last day of my first set of infusions. I was so drained afterwards that I was in bed by 6:30pm!! I never realized how exhausting muscle fatigue is. I’m thankful I wasn’t in much pain today but my legs felt like I’m walking around with potato bags attached to each leg. MyContinue reading “Day 5: I Made it to the Finish Line”
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Day 4: Almost to the Finish Line
Day 4 down! One more to go!! I showed up for my infusion but my PA came to see me prior to starting because I was having tightness in my chest that I couldn’t explain. She thought maybe I should skip it my infusion and me (the needle hater) freaked out because I knew theContinue reading “Day 4: Almost to the Finish Line”
Day 3: From 0 to 10 My Pain Scale was 6!!
I woke up this morning feeling pretty good. My knees are still swollen and I’m having some difficulty walking. I was still suffering from major fatigue after all of that pain the past 2 days!! It made me extremely tired. I had a little difficulty walking with my balance and my legs felt really heavyContinue reading “Day 3: From 0 to 10 My Pain Scale was 6!!”
Day 2: The Pain was excruciating
I woke up in extreme pain this morning. I managed to work a half day as planned and then head over to the clinic to have my dose for the day. I can’t say that I was too thrilled. I was use to steroids providing relief but this time I felt like I was literallyContinue reading “Day 2: The Pain was excruciating”
Day 1: When Life’s Path Changes Direction
If I could give an example of my life, I would say I was driving on smooth pavement and suddenly switched lanes to a rocky road. Yes, it will still get me to the same location I’m going, it’s just going to be a rough ride, hard on my tires and a little pressure onContinue reading “Day 1: When Life’s Path Changes Direction”
State Fair Spiritual Revelation
The Brief Story October 14th my family and I attended the Texas State Fair. It is one of the largest fairs in the USA. People from all over the world come to try to the new fried foods of the year, check out the livestock, ride rides and so much more. It’s a big event.Continue reading “State Fair Spiritual Revelation”
Quick & Easy 3- ingredient Pumpkin Bread
It’s fall time and we all know what that means, it’s officially baking season! Around this time there is a bunch of sharing of recipes, pies, cakes, cookies and sweet breads. It’s truly the best time of the year but as a single mom, often I get very busy and now that I have chronicContinue reading “Quick & Easy 3- ingredient Pumpkin Bread”
Special Needs Parents: Stay Strong & Don’t Give up!
I’m nine years into being a mother with a special needs child. One of my kids has dyslexia and is slowly outgrowing it but a child with Autism hits different. I didn’t realize the struggles he would face as he grows up, how cruel and mean kids are already in 4th grade, and I can’tContinue reading “Special Needs Parents: Stay Strong & Don’t Give up!”
Lentil & Kale Soup
Fall is here, even though it’s still a bit warm here in Texas! There is nothing like an easy delicious crockpot soup. This soup is Vegan friendly, you can add meat if you want too! It’s super easy to make and did I mention it’s so delicious!! Prep Time: 15 mins Cook time: 8 hoursContinue reading “Lentil & Kale Soup”
New Hobby with a Purpose: Artist Trading Card collecting…
I have been going through a rough patch in life. I was watching Living a Heartfelt Life’s reels one morning. She always take the time to show us her crafts and share the stories of her family. As I was watching this on facebook, she got towards the end when she opened up her “happyContinue reading “New Hobby with a Purpose: Artist Trading Card collecting…”