Author Archives: Tracey

Personalizing the Story

Posted on March 25, 2013 by Tracey

I’ve noticed this with several topics where others are not capable, willing, or cognizant of empathizing with a sick or sticky problem. When someone asks, “how are you?” they are not prepared for the truth.   They don’t want to hear … Continue reading →

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The Year of First’s

Posted on March 21, 2013 by Tracey

The Year of First’s Some say nothing is harder than the loss, until you experience the Year of First’s.   The first day, the first week, the first month… and every gut wrenching memorable milestone in between! Maybe it’s a birthday … Continue reading →

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Getting Out of The House

Posted on March 18, 2013 by Tracey

For a while, June was rarely getting out of the house.  She works from home, too.   The only time she got out was for doctor’s appointments. There have been a few times that I’ve asked her to go somewhere and … Continue reading →

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Today is Important

Posted on March 14, 2013 by Tracey

What I do today is important because I am paying a day of my life for it. What I accomplish must be worthwhile because the price is high! What did you or will you do today that was worth it?

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New Wig, New You

Posted on March 11, 2013 by Tracey

We’ve spent a lot of time looking through boxes of donated wigs to find one that both looked good and that June liked on her.   She picked out one early on that aged her beyond her 55 years.   It was … Continue reading →

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What IS Lyme Disease?

Posted on March 7, 2013 by Tracey

A few facts about Lyme for your reading enjoyment! CDC acknowledges US cases may exceed 460K. 94% increase of reported cases over last 5 years. Reported in every state and around the world (except Antarctica). Symptoms mimic many other conditions; … Continue reading →

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Oh – The Cranky Cancer Lady!

Posted on March 4, 2013 by Tracey

You have to know June to understand the smile on my face as I write this.   June has a way of projecting kindness, understanding, and an overwhelming readiness to help.   So imagine my disbelief when I pick her up for a … Continue reading →

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Reducing Stress

Posted on February 28, 2013 by Tracey

10 Stress Reduction Tools   1) Connect with others   2) Practice positive thinking   3) Be physically active   4) Volunteer   5) Sleep   6) Do something you love   7) Eat well – healthy choices   8) … Continue reading →

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When I Don’t Hear From Her

Posted on February 25, 2013 by Tracey

I cannot begin to explain how I worry when I do not hear from June.   I think this is more troubling because she will call me several times a day “to hear my voice”, but then my calls and messages … Continue reading →

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Willingness to Change

Posted on February 21, 2013 by Tracey

Definition:  Willingness = not choosing to refuse; complying; voluntary choice; not adverse; favorably disposed. Let’s assume you have this recurring problem, you have talked to variety of resources among your support system (spouse, siblings, friends, coworkers, etc) but nothing seems … Continue reading →

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