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  • Evil Cotton Balls and more…

    Evil Cotton Balls and more…

    I had a visit from my favourite furry 4-legged friends the other day.   Honestly If they can’t make you feel good no one can! Instant smiles from everyone!   Including them…running around checking everything out, tails wagging happily.  Toys in their mouths just being their goofy selves when they greet people!  It was great…

    My Everest

    June 12, 2025
    Uncategorized
    acupuncture, chronic pain, desensitization, flare, huntington’s disease, pain flare, swollen
  • According to the book of NERDOLOGY!! 

    According to the book of NERDOLOGY!! 

    The author discusses their challenges with a condition affecting their body, humorously termed “flare bear.” They highlight their frustrations, treatment processes involving desensitization with cotton balls, and urge others to seek necessary healthcare without delay.

    My Everest

    June 5, 2025
    Uncategorized
    chronic pain, desensitization, huntington’s disease, knitting, pain flare
  • Ultra Sensitized..EEK!

    Ultra Sensitized..EEK!

    The author recounts a painful experience following an attempt at hand knitting, leading to severe hand flare-ups. Despite physiotherapy advice, they faced swelling and sensitivity, ultimately needing assistance with tasks and experiencing prolonged discomfort.

    My Everest

    May 29, 2025
    Uncategorized
    experience, hand knitting, pain flare, physio
  • Million bag person 

    Million bag person 

    The author reflects on mastering grocery shopping, sharing experiences with heavy items and adapting to manage multiple bags independently. Despite challenges, they enjoy the process, using creative techniques for efficiency and sometimes relying on family for larger stores like Costco.

    My Everest

    May 22, 2025
    Uncategorized
    art of grocery shopping, condo, grocery shopping, house
  • Help ME !!!! I have entered the 7th circle of Dress shopping hell !!! 

    Help ME !!!! I have entered the 7th circle of Dress shopping hell !!! 

    The author reflects on the physical challenges of dress shopping, describing how it exacerbates their pain and discomfort. They detail the exhausting process and express a desire for a more comfortable shopping experience, highlighting the struggle involved.

    My Everest

    May 15, 2025
    Uncategorized
    chronic pain, flare bear, huntington’s disease, pain, posture, shooting pain, shopping
  • Pain + Life= Ownership

    Pain + Life= Ownership

    The author reflects on feedback received about a poem on pain, emphasizing the importance of positivity, seeking help, and gradual progress through challenges. They advocate relying on support systems during tough journeys and maintaining a proactive mindset.

    My Everest

    May 8, 2025
    Uncategorized
    huntington’s disease, journey, pain, positive thoughts, pride, psychotherapist, stress, support group
  • Puzzling..puzzled???

    Puzzling..puzzled???

    The author reflects on their own struggles with pain while supporting friends facing similar challenges. They emphasize the importance of understanding and being present through difficult times, likening the healing process to assembling a scattered puzzle.

    My Everest

    May 1, 2025
    Uncategorized
    anxiety, chronic pain, good and bad days, huntington’s disease, pain, puzzle, stress
  • Round !!! 

    Round !!! 

    Concerned about cognitive decline after an embarrassing incident.

    My Everest

    April 24, 2025
    Uncategorized
    cognitive decline, huntington’s disease, pain, physiotherapy
  • Central Sensitization Roulette!!!

    Central Sensitization Roulette!!!

    The author humorously likens their pain management struggles to a roulette game, highlighting the unpredictability of symptoms caused by Central Sensitization. They express frustration with the medical community’s lack of understanding regarding chronic pain and its implications.

    My Everest

    April 17, 2025
    Uncategorized
    central sensitization, flare, huntington’s disease, pain, pain flare
  • I Love my Flare Bear…not!! 

    I Love my Flare Bear…not!! 

    The author reflects on the challenges of post-Christmas activities and the physical toll they take. Feelings of inadequacy arise when considering future limitations with family, prompting an emotional response as they seek solace in writing.

    My Everest

    April 3, 2025
    Uncategorized
    christmas, flare, huntington’s disease, pain, pain flare, stress
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