Shiftwork, the simple use of the word will unease most Northern Ontario workers. Roughly, 25% of the North American working population currently faces the realities of shiftwork. Considering our most prominent are in the mining, hospital and transportation sectors, that percentage would be greater. [Read more]
A CAPSULAR MOMENT What is Dementia? Dementia (senility) is a term used to describe a group of symptoms which results from a loss of brain function due to disorders affecting the brain. It is not by itself a specific disease but can be as a result of different diseases. It is a fact of life [Read more]
Emeraude & I transplanted some of our seedlings today. Though they all need to be done, to keep it enjoyable we only do as much as each of us is up to. We transplanted 3 squares (with 9 compartments each with a seed or two planted originally for the most part) of radishes and a [Read more]
So, we ended up making our toilet paper puppets instead of the pipe cleaner creatures although I did show Emeraude a quick version of the pipe cleaner creatures while Lloyd was in the grocery store and we were waited in the van and she agreed that it is a definete must-do for another day :). [Read more]
The last 2 weeks have been very long and yet have flown by so quickly… Last week we travelled to Thunder Bay, an expense I could not afford for an appointment I did not feel was in any way necessary which made it quite stressful and I am still trying to figure out how I [Read more]
Though I have to be aware of how much physical activity I do, I have come to realize that in regards to living with multiple sclerosis it does not seem to generally make a difference as to fatigue or pain levels afterwards. Having said that, keep in mind that no two people diagnosed with multiple [Read more]
Title: Appointment w/Dr.Roddy Location: Thunder Bay, Ontario Description: Appointment with specialist, rheumatologist, Dr.Roddy trying to determine if there is something other than MS causing all my joint problems !!! Date: 2009-05-05 The appointment went well… I was very lucky that Dr. Roddy [Read more]
So, I didn’t get around to bringing my van in to get fixed. This is a HUGE problem as the garage is closed today and we should be leaving first thing in the morning (or tonight would’ve really been best). I did get an offer from a friend to drive us which is really thoughtful! [Read more]
Had some spare time @ the hospital earlier and took advantage of it to make this video… [Read more]
We had a alot of fun, deciding to make a 2nd batch with some variations. She loves to lick the sticky-gewy spoon and both of us were covered with milk chocolate after making our 2nd batch [Read more]
It is so exciting that spring is finally here. It’s been a long, long winter and I think everyone in Manitouwadge is ready for some blue skies and warmer temps, I certainly was ready for the snow to melt. The lake still has ice on it but not for long according to most people’s [Read more]
I was blessed this morning to have the opportunity to attend a wonderful church service. I went to church alone, which is unusual for me, I cannot recall the last time I went to church without my children but they were of course in my thoughts and prayers as they are always. Emeraude slept at [Read more]
this excruciating, dibilatating pain in my bones like I have rods being shoved up my legs, arms, my hands and feet being a pile of broken bones that if I could somehow keep in one piece I would get some break from it... I know that there are answers to me having [Read more]
Ok, another very busy day (in spite of having less than adequate supplies of energy). The kids were a huge help. So was Vickie as she has been ever since my symptoms began coming back with a vengeance last week. She goes beyond giving me rides to the hospital and has been calling to arrange [Read more]
When I finally got called in Mrs. Ormston had completely won Emeraude over ...and she (E) had no interest in accompanying me lol. Mrs. Ormston said she didn't mind her staying with her to play and I knew this was sincere and that she was in great hands so let Emeraude stay with her having fun... [Read more]
