Tag Archives: chronic illness

Emotionality of Chronic Illness

Posted on May 9, 2013 by Tracey

Everyday you hear about the effects of stress on your health.  Did you know anger, fear, resentment, and grief (just to name a few) can enhance stressors we experience? When you carry unresolved negative emotion, your illness is embellished.  This … Continue reading →

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Remembering My Father

Posted on March 28, 2013 by Tracey

I received an early morning phone call on 3/28/12 that my father (69) passed away.   It was a bit of a surprise; he had survived several risky surgeries rife with complications – he had been home about 3 weeks after … 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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Journey With June – Initial call

Posted on November 2, 2012 by Tracey

I’d like to introduce you to my “Journey with June“.   This is my personal blog chronicle with a dear friend as she (and I) navigate her Stage 3 Lung Cancer. This first entry will discuss the initial phone call…. It … Continue reading →

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