So...you remember my desk? And the process it went through to bring it from a state of chaos (above drawing)... ...to order? (this drawing) Well. A week ago, I was sitting at my nice desk and offhandedly said to my husband, "I'm doing pretty good keeping my desk clear, don't you think?" He then walked … Continue reading Genevieve’s Little Secret
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A Grand Day for Walking
We awoke to 25 degree (Fahrenheit) weather...brrrrr! Maddie and I pulled on layers of clothing to stay warm outside for a morning Walk. We picked up several of her friends on our way to the BB&T Field in Winston-Salem, NC and joined a throng of other winter-garbed folks for a brisk Walk for a worthy … Continue reading A Grand Day for Walking
The Smell of Honeysuckle
One day recently as I walked near my favorite Lane, I smelled honeysuckle! I could smell it before I could see it. And then, rounding the corner at the top of our neighborhood, there it was...a blanket of white and yellow vining in a tangle of overgrown weeds. Bliss! You know how it is... A … Continue reading The Smell of Honeysuckle
A Lenten Walk
I have now written down the story behind the events of the last few months. I humbly submit it to you dear reader, should you even wish to dive into it. It is a true story of what happened. It is not what came to mind in hindsight. It may seem fantastical or bizarre. But … Continue reading A Lenten Walk
“The Fringes of a Dress…”
Where Dwellest Thou? O what is it that wanders in the wind?And what is it that whispers in the wood?What is the river singing to the sun?Why this vague pain in every charmed sense,This yearning, keen suspense? Often I’ve seen a garment floating by,fringe of it only; golden brown as it layOn the ripe grasses, fern-green … Continue reading “The Fringes of a Dress…”
Shout from the Rooftops!
As different medications were given to me to try and put the Ulcerative Colitis into remission, I did experience some improvement. And when I did, I wanted to shout it to the world! When you've been so miserable, ANY appearance of possible improvement is so exciting!! But it was very short lived. Only a day … Continue reading Shout from the Rooftops!
Food Issues
In the days, weeks, months leading up to hospitalizaton, my relationship with food was changing. I have always loved to eat. I loved fresh salads as well as ice cream, steak and potatoes along with cake, roasted veggies as well as fresh breads. The only things I didn't care for were beets and ocra. When … Continue reading Food Issues
Unique Perspective
I just gasped to see the date on this sketch. Gheesh! I am amazed at how long I've been battling this disease. And so glad it is now cured. Symptoms began just before Christmas, though they were mild then. As the disease progressed and symptoms worsened, I tried to get an appointment to see my … Continue reading Unique Perspective
Not Enough Daffodils
Before I landed in the hospital, colitis had progressed to where my everyday life was pretty miserable. I was rapidly losing strength and weight, due to 15-20 visits to the bathroom a day. I couldn't go anywhere. And I couldn't find the energy to do even the simplest of things, like make dinner for my … Continue reading Not Enough Daffodils
A Flower Strewn Path
I'm home! I have a long way to go recuperating from surgery, but I'm home and it is lovely to be here with my family and the comforts of home. There is a lot I could say about the last couple of months. But it is still forming in my mind and heart and feels … Continue reading A Flower Strewn Path