I set the rice to boil, while I quickly went to edit a post on my new blog – A Rheumful of Tips. I was “A Burnt Pot = Another Stress Lesson”
Category: Auntie Stress Cafe
#54 – Socks – à la Maman
From a very young age, I was taught how to take my clean socks and fold them à la maman. If you struggle with this task, “#54 – Socks – à la Maman”
#53 – Goldilocks, Marianna-Style
Whenever I travel, I ask for a room with two beds. I may not have long golden locks, but I do look for a bed that “#53 – Goldilocks, Marianna-Style”
#52 – Just Say “No!” to Hospital Corners
On my side of the bed, the top sheet must never be tucked in. Never, ever! At night, just like during the day, I need “#52 – Just Say “No!” to Hospital Corners”
#50 – Sitting Still Stiffens Self
Sometimes I pay dearly… If I’m not careful and conscious, I can spend too much time working away on something (like this blog) on the “#50 – Sitting Still Stiffens Self”
#49 – Feathering My Nest – Part 2
“Nesting” takes on a whole new meaning when it’s bedtime. I have an assortment of pillows that are positioned just-so. They provide support when and “#49 – Feathering My Nest – Part 2”
#48 – How Not To Be Bored During Your Recuperation
Your joint replacement surgery is done. As the weeks progress, the pain lessens. But while you wait for the bones to fuse, you’re still stuck “#48 – How Not To Be Bored During Your Recuperation”
Celebrations = Stress Transformation
I often have trouble hearing, especially if someone is speaking to me from behind. These new hearing aids of mine are performing well. Please read on “Celebrations = Stress Transformation”
#47 – Waiting, Wondering and Worrying
If you’re like me, waiting time can be filled with wondering and worrying, especially if it involves waiting for test results. Your imagination, possibly aided “#47 – Waiting, Wondering and Worrying”
#46 – Elastics Aplenty?
Here’s a little trick, for jars that slip Which will help you get, a sturdier grip On jars and bottles An elastic or three Can make “#46 – Elastics Aplenty?”
#45 – How Does It Feel? – Part 1
When doctors are trained in rheumatology, many programs offer an empathy training session which often includes a sharing session with someone who has rheumatoid arthritis. “#45 – How Does It Feel? – Part 1”