Cleaning and organization can be some of the most difficult everyday tasks for spoonies. I know that I often struggle just to keep up with daily tidying up, much less doing any deep cleaning. Once I do that cleaning, I am exhausted for hours or even days to come, whichContinue Reading
If you have ever visited a disabled or chronically ill person’s home, you may have wondered how they keep it so immaculate. More likely, though, you may have wondered why they have such a messy house. The truth is, there are a lot of reasons – and whether you areContinue Reading
Clothing can be one of the biggest sources of personal pride and expression for people. It can also be a point of contention and frustration when you are chronically ill or disabled. Whether you’re in school, working, going somewhere, or just dressing for comfort at home or in medical treatment,Continue Reading
I am just getting started in my journey as a chronic illness and disability blogger. As such, I have been taking a lot of lessons from the people who have long been established in the community, from how to structure my blog to how to connect with other bloggers. IContinue Reading
When you have a chronic illness or disability, it can be easy to lose sight of what is possible for your body when dealing with everyday illness or other struggles. Adjusting your expectations can have a positive impact on not only your peace of mind, though – it can reframeContinue Reading
Today was Mother’s Day here in the United States. It is a day to reflect on the way our mothers and the mother figures in our lives have sacrificed for us, cared for us, and provided for us, all because of how much they love us. It is a dayContinue Reading
One of the biggest sources of frustration for spoonies is the length of time and the difficulty that they can encounter on the journey to getting a proper diagnosis and treatment. But why does that happen – and what can be done about it? A Personal Story I remember theContinue Reading
If you are new here or new to the chronically ill and disabled community, you may be wondering why I keep talking about spoons. What are spoons in relation to the life of a disabled or chronically ill person – and what exactly is a “spoonie”? Birth of the SpoonieContinue Reading
