Predictable In My Unpredictability
Longer has passed than I would have liked since I took the time to type my thoughts. My health has been in a decline, with flare ups of severe pain and cramps happening every few weeks. I have joined the Fibromyalgia club it seems. After getting a new gynecologist who actually did her job, I … Continue reading It’s A Spoonie Kind of Life
As I lay here in bed, being used as a pillow by my son, I can't help but wonder where the last month has gone. It feels like I have barely had a moment to myself. Overall a lot has been accomplished. The impact on my physical and mental health is still to be seen. … Continue reading Time Flies for Young and Old
Mental illness is such a sensitive topic to discuss openly. Whilst we are encouraged to express our emotional wellbeing more than previous generations, there is a certain stigma still held against those who admit to having experienced mental illness. Depression has been a companion of mine for most of my adult years. I have experienced … Continue reading Oh Those Rainy Days…
I set out this year to start a literary career. I have always been an avid reader, even managing to fit in a novel or two around the limited time I have not caring for my three munchkins. As such, I have felt a leaning toward recording my thoughts and ideas. My personal story is … Continue reading It’s All Just Words
Last week I spent over 48 hours in hospital with my son. A throat infection had him exhausted, with tonsils so swollen they were touching. Just 24 hours from the first fever and dehydration was already setting in. Now my son is 4 and mostly non verbal. His vocabulary isn't much more than my 18 … Continue reading Illness, Visitors and Chauvinism – A Week In Mumma Paradox World
I'm getting a bit more serious here. Note the lack of word play in the title. I know, even I am amazed. This is a serious topic though, especially for those of us who devote our entire lives to looking after the welfare of others. I was recently lucky enough to get an extended break … Continue reading The Impact of Self Care on the Family Unit
Tween. Preteen. Prepubescent. Different words that all mean the same thing. Not so mini me trying to push every boundary possible. Don't get me wrong, I love Miss 9 to distraction but fuck! The attitude that has started to emerge from her over the last few months has been exhausting. Any chore is too hard, … Continue reading The Sass is Strong With This
