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Happy Thanksgiving?

Happy Thanksgiving?

So, I guess it’s like, Thanksgiving, or something. Thanksgiving is a pretty big deal here in the States. When I was living in the UK, it wasn’t as much (LOL) so I didn’t pay it much attention, save for my first year there (2015) when 

Yikes! Long Time No See!

Yikes! Long Time No See!

I can’t believe I have not updated the site since Halloween and my ill-fated attempt at the chicken costume! 😂 Apologies… It has been a bit of a whirlwind the last few weeks. I had a full week and a half of back-to-back doctor’s appointments. 

Operation Chicken Rescue… Happy Halloween!

Operation Chicken Rescue… Happy Halloween!

Today, it’s a bit chilly here in the Tennessee Valley. I had an early morning doctor’s appointment, so I decided I’d best try and find a slightly heavier jacket than normal – if I could find one that fit me. One of the pleasant side 

Barriers to Mental Health Care in Georgia

Barriers to Mental Health Care in Georgia

My anxiety and depression have really been getting on top of me. It’s been scary, and it is often debilitating. So I tried to get help from a mental health organization in my part of NW Georgia that supposedly helps people who are on Medicare/Medicaid 

Swings and Roundabouts…

Swings and Roundabouts…

So the last few days have been pretty okay, in the grand scheme of things, health wise. The flare I was in seems to be a bit more controlled. I’ve taken all of my antibiotics so I am now able to take my CBD oil 

More Faffing About With A Camera…

More Faffing About With A Camera…

We had a pretty loud and obnoxious thunderstorm last night here at Chez Janni. It woke me up at just after 2 am and since I am rather terrified of storms (Google “Ringgold Tornado 2011” if you want to know why…) I couldn’t go back 

Fully Embracing the “NICE” Days

Fully Embracing the “NICE” Days

Today… Today was a nice day. My pain was eased up a good bit, and I felt a little stronger. My kidney infection seems better, too. I had a physical therapy appointment this morning super early, so my friend took me to that, and it 

Thankfulness and Mushroom Soup

Thankfulness and Mushroom Soup

I’ve recently been gifted some grocery money, which I always put to good use, with me being on the special nutrition protocol and everything. Today, though, I did a nice online shop (I have to have my groceries delivered, as I am housebound) and got 

When Did I Shower Last?

When Did I Shower Last?

Seriously. I asked myself this question as I finally stepped into the shower this morning. I tend to only shower about twice a week (sometimes, only once). I know that sounds gross, but I do little sink baths in between when I can, and I 

Small Victories Are Still Victories

Small Victories Are Still Victories

I consider a day sort of “conquered” when I manage to fight through the pain and mental stuff and end the day with an empty kitchen sink and the dishes put away. A lot of the time, I end up leaving the birdies’ food bowls