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Laughing with the wind: How I learned to kick back and enjoy WHAT IS

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Just because we learn something profound that feels amazing and which could help us live a happier life doesn’t mean we always do it.  We forget.  That someone recently gave me a request to write a little story about a … Continue reading

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7 Rules of Life

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Books could be written about each of these life lessons.  Certainly, there’s nothing new about the items included in this list.  Even so, I think it’s handy to have around for checking every now and again–to see if one stands … Continue reading

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PT After Rotator Cuff Surgery

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During the first six weeks after shoulder surgery, I was stuck in that special sling with a strap around the waist, a pillow between my arm and my body, a shoulder strap that always needed adjusting, and no way ever … Continue reading

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What I Learned About Insurance, Money & Helpers After Surgery

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Coping with your physical limitations after surgery isn’t the only challenge you’ll face.  You also need to prepare for unexpected aspects regarding insurance, money and helpers. My intention with this series is to share what worked for me when I … Continue reading

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After Shoulder Surgery: Managing with One Hand

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While it’s true that the sling is there to immobilize your shoulder, not your hand, it was also true that my dominant hand was “not available” for helping in the kitchen during that first month waiting for the tendon to … Continue reading

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Managing Pain

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After the elbow surgery nightmare (October 2012), I was determined to learn more about pain management before this shoulder surgery (March 2013).  I drew on my years of experience in “alternatives”—yoga teacher, massage therapist, music lover, Holistic Health Practitioner  to … Continue reading

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Having Shoulder Surgery? Stock up Before Surgery!

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What does a cat drinking from my glass have to do with stocking up as part of your preparation for surgery?  Hang on and you’ll see.  What’s different about stocking up before surgery is not only making sure you have … Continue reading

A Happy Life

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To live with purpose. To say the courageous thing. To celebrate the simple gift. To follow your dreams. This is a happy life. ~ Wayland Henry

This was the quote on a birthday card from a friend I received this morning. She knows me too well... an optimistic quote is the perfect gift.

For the past 24 years, I have had a happy life.

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Here's an example of gratitude...