Is there a doctor bag in the house?

Is there a doctor bag in the house? Let’s turn the tables on our physicians and show up at our next office visit with the latest trend in hand. I carry mykarekit full of ostomy supplies everywhere I go, tucked away in a nice big doctor bag. LOVE it so much I can’t stand it!

Beautiful people do not just happen…

Various quotations | #318 I stumbled upon From up North’s inspiration galleries where they present their findings from the wonderful world of design. I love this quote by Elizabeth Kubler Ros. I love thoughts and words that connect us. Might try a few of my own artful pairings…stay tuned and happy Wednesday.

How To Wear This Season’s Maxi Skirt

Test driving the Trend: Maxi Skirts My typical fall wardrobe: Leggings, Huge Sweater and bright handbag held by bent elbow as a shield for my ostomy. Life is a battle, and fashionable gear is essential. More soon on the latest doctor bags and CAPES!!! Today, let’s talk about the Maxi Skirt. I have worn my

Understanding Blood Pressure

Every single time I’ve sat on an examining table, I’ve had my blood pressure taken. Each time I’m complimented on my low blood pressure and every single time, I think to myself, “smile and act like you understand. You should know this by now. Oh my gosh, what is my blood type?! I never was

Quote for today…

Quote “If one advances confidently in the direction of their dreams, and endeavors to live a life which they have imagined, they will meet with a success unexpected in common hours.” ~ Henry David Thoreau

Let go a little

I took the leap a few summers ago off a dock I jumped from as a teenager. Having an ostomy makes you nervous of the adhesive coming off – let alone the impact of water! After years of avoiding doing the things I used to love and becoming far more cautious than necessary, I slowly

The road to resilience

I recently lost a very dear friend to brain cancer. I watched her health deteriorate, she maintained the strength to fight. Because of my own experience with my body letting me down, I initially was able to identify with her discouraging moments. After a while though, death approached and although I was not able to

Keep your sense of humor

Mustache you a question….shave it for later.

Twilight Dreams

Sometimes there seems to be nothing to do, nothing going on and boredom sets in. I was in Phoenix recently and plans were altered due to rain. Rain we seemed to bring with us from Seattle. Usually this happens when I’m a little depressed and I allow myself to sit and stare. Don’t get me

How to be alone

No weekend plans? Me neither. Sometimes it makes me feel lonely. Then I allow my mind to wander to insecure places of doubt and sad memories. This video views being alone in a lovely and nurturing light. I have weekend plans now: to be alone.