I love when health professionals ask me to describe my pain. Do they mean the different areas that hurt, the… Read more So, how would you describe your pain?
Month: August 2016
Nigel the Therapy Bunny
I’ve been sort of missing in action this past week – sorry. The thing is, we went to the pet… Read more Nigel the Therapy Bunny
The curative powers of garlic bread.
The thing with EDS (and I’m sure, other chronic illness) is you never know when you’re going to be utterly… Read more The curative powers of garlic bread.
Social Media
I’ve been dragging my heels a bit when it comes to social media. It’s not that I’m against it in… Read more Social Media
Dedication to Faking it.
It’s been a beautiful day today in Aberdeen. The sun is shining, it’s 23 degrees Celsius and there is a… Read more Dedication to Faking it.
Hipster Road Trip
I had a mad Friday night. No, really. I was a sociable human being and it was brilliant. We drove… Read more Hipster Road Trip
Drug Status – It’s Complicated
When I talk to my healthy friends and family about pain relief they nod, sympathise and make all the right… Read more Drug Status – It’s Complicated
EDS Injury Time!
Today I’m not strong. Actually, today I’m struggling a bit. I fell yesterday lunchtime. I wish I had a story… Read more EDS Injury Time!
Ten Perks of my Chronic Illness:
I think we can all agree that being sick is rubbish. It is lonely, boring, exhausting, sore, frustrating… Need I… Read more Ten Perks of my Chronic Illness:
When you get sick and your house becomes a health hazard…
I read somewhere recently that one thing you don’t realise about chronic illness is how downright filthy your house gets.… Read more When you get sick and your house becomes a health hazard…