A few weeks ago, I was talking so someone in their twenties who has an ulcer. This person is on medication and will be for a long time. He mentioned that he was having problems because he hadn’t been taking his meds or following his diet. He wasn’t following the rules. I told him something […]
Month: August 2013
Hot Weather and Hot Pepper Don’t Mix
I use hot pepper lotion (capsaicin) on my feet every day. It’s the one thing that helps keep down the inflammation. One thing I’ve noticed is it’s not such a great idea to mix hot pepper and hot weather. I was out all day yesterday and it was hot. It was a backyard party. I […]
My feet are sore but it was worth it
My family is pretty close. Even though my siblings and I are close to or over 50 we still celebrate every birthday. Today we celebrated my niece’s 11th and my brother’s 55th. Preparing for one of these things takes a little work for me. The morning of a get together I have to stay off […]
I want to bring a dish, too
My family gets together regularly for birthdays. In fact, we are having one tomorrow. Being disabled, it’s difficult to do my share. I want to, at least, bring a dish so I feel like I’ve contributed. Actually, I have to bring a dish because of my special dietary restrictions. Otherwise, I don’t get to eat. […]
Walking Regimen Starts With a Single Step
There was a point around 2000 when walking even around the house became difficult. Despite all the physical therapy, getting from here to there was painful. At some around 2001-2002, I decided that I really needed to start walking again. Not only would it be good for my joints but for my digestive tract, too. […]
Getting Over Grief and Restarting This Blog
You have may have notice (just a tad) that I haven’t blogged in a couple of years. The last time I blogged, my Dad was having health issues. Since that post, his problems increased. He was hospitalized several times. Then, in May of 2010 he passed away. At that point, I could careless about blogging. […]