Health & Exercise
Thoughts about my health and exercise
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Living with Vertigo – A Reminder
My vertigo can't be cured and I have a reminder every once in a while that it isn't completely gone. It reminds me not to take any day for granted which is something we all need to remember regardless of our circumstances.
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Workers’ Comp Runaround
Don't ever get hurt at work unless you know your workers' comp will be easily handled. We've had to deal with the USPS for Tim's recent injury. It's a joke.
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Vaccine Controversy
Once commonplace, childhood vaccines are now controversial. Why are parents choosing not to have their children vaccinated? Is it a rational decision? And have you had your adult vaccinations?
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Living with Vertigo – Tinnitus
Whether due to age or some other condition, tinnitus can be a real nuisance. Do you live with ringing or other sounds in your ears? Here's my experience.
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Lessons from the Oncology Department
I've had a new experience this year helping my mom as she goes through cancer treatments. As with any new experience, there's something to learn. Read about what I've learned.
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Living with Vertigo – A Good Year
Living with vertigo means never forgetting it can happen even when it's been a while. But that's no reason not to live your life and celebrate when you have a good year.
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Handling Skin Cancer
Do you know what skin cancer looks like? Have you had any removed? Read about my experiences with it and what you should be doing.
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I Need Discipline
Do you struggle with discipline when it comes to eating and exercise? How do we overcome it? I have some guidance but not all the answers!!
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Living with Vertigo – My Perfect Imperfect Christmas Eve
I like things to be “just so” and I’m a planner. I’d been planning for days so I’d be organized and all ready to go when it came time to entertain on Christmas Eve. My planning did pay off, but things were not “just so”. Preparation Planning food for my family has become an interesting challenge for us. My dad is a celiac and can’t have gluten. My mom has allergies to dairy and soy. The gluten part has become easy. Even the dairy part isn’t too difficult. But soy is in a lot of stuff. (Stay tuned – I have a future post planned about soy.) Anyway, I’d been…
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Pills, Pills, Pills
When you were younger, did you ever imagine that you might be taking 14 pills a day now? Too many pills!!!
