21 May 2014
Well folks the frozen tundra that is Indiana has finally melted. I'm thankful for non-freezing temps. We had a very long winter here, which meant major cabin fever for me. But then again I have cabin fever year round now. I have found I miss going outside during the day and looking at all the spring growth and flowers budding. I'm going to have to put on all my gear and go out at dusk and walk our flower beds. Maybe I can get some photos taken too. One of my favorite things to do in the spring was take pictures of the flowers.
Speaking of spring, both it and the time change have thrown my system for a loop. I'm finding that I have to adjust my days and schedule according to the rising and setting of the sun. So that means I'm sleeping later to avoid the sun and also staying up later. I've also started showering at night and lighting the bathroom with candles. It's just easier on me when it comes to overall exposure levels. So with the latest swing in flares and good days vs bad days, I'm having a hard time adjusting, and that brings me down a little.
As for my current treatment, I was taking Methotrexate but I've stopped responding to it and my symptoms have increased. So my doctors are researching treatment options for me and I have a appointment this Friday to discuss the remaining options. So needless to say I've been praying a lot for answers, solutions, healing and guidance.
Since I've been having a rough go of it, my mom surprised me by making an outdoor patio out of her potting shed. She moved out all the gardening things and moved in an outdoor love seat and tables and candles. She even hung wind chimes. She made a wonderful night time oasis for she and I to escape to after dark. It's my new happy place and I absolutely love it . What a mother won't do to make her child happy; even if that child is 38 years old. I love her so much!
Daisy J's Creations, my crafting business, is keeping me busy. I have haven't sold any think on Etsy yet but I've been doing quite a decent little business on private sales, and traffic on Etsy is picking up. "Shameless business plug"- lol. Feel free to check out the shop at https://DaisyJsCreations.etsy.com
I look at my business as something to keep me busy and my mind occupied. I can't make a living off it but at least it keeps me happy and active and helps support my artistic side.
The gluten free diet is going well. I didn't think it was helping much but actually it is. I haven't noticed ti helping my skin but it is helping me lose weight. I find that I don't over eat like I sued to. I have more energy and I'm not craving carbs like I used to. So I'm sticking with it. I've actually lost a couple of pounds which is good. I need to be in the best shape possible in all other areas.
In my quest for gluten free bread, I've tried some terrible tasting breads and baked goods and I wanted to share a wonderful bakery website. You can order their bread or the ingredients for the bread if you want to bake it yourself. It's fresh and is shipped quickly, and tastes amazing. I highly recommend it.
The bakery is Little Aussie Bakery & Cafe; their website is www.thelittleaussiebakery.com
They are out of Texas and they have several recipes on their site. So check them out.
Well that's about if for now. I'll be keeping you posted on treatments and other fun moments in life.
Love and Blessings,
Jackie
