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365 Roses Smelled
several years ago I started forcing myself to write down at least 3 good things from the day before heading to bed. some days were easier than others — some downright difficult, and I would resort to commenting on the … Continue reading
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Tagged dogs, friends, good things, nature, optimism, reflections, Reston Runners, running, year end
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Phew . . .
I was beginning to think I’d never get back here. The past couple of weeks have been really rough. The pain reached new heights. My hands especially took it hard, and I spent many nights only being able to think … Continue reading
Chaos Without a Chair
I am still in transition between two homes. Because of my condition the past few months, I planned many extra days into my move. I have desperately needed them. It still amazes me just how quickly I fatigue and how … Continue reading
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Tagged exhaustion, fibromyalgia, friends, helping hands, moving, nature, pain, persevere
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Drifting
I’ve started finding myself taking things less seriously lately. “Good enough” has become a common refrain. Picking my battles? (Re)Setting priorities? Maybe it’s just growth. Too often we find ourselves thinking we’re defined by the things we do, accomplish, produce, … Continue reading
Letting Go and Hanging On
The four tomatoes in my deck planter are finally starting to turn red, as the broccoli gets eaten by caterpillars, and the peppers and eggplant continue to produce no flowers. I think they’re being eaten off by other bugs, based … Continue reading
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Tagged birds, cycling, frogs, garden, nature, pain, rest, running
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