Hello world! I have been on this journey for 51 years and wanted to share my story, techniques and routines with those who find themselves on the same journey or are looking to simplify their lives. Together we can share our stories. P.O.T.S. is a medical syndrome I manage on a daily basis and…
Herbal Living
Herbal living can be as complex or simple as you choose. I enjoy eating using a more organic method. I don’t go crazy to buy all organic and avoid all other foods. I love my meats, and junk food, but try to cook and eat as healthy as possible. I grow my own herbs, and…
Finding Your Focus
One of the symptoms we may deal with having P.O.T.S. is trouble focusing. This is not meant in terms of our eye site, but with focusing on tasks throughout the day. Whether it is a conversation, work, a project, hobby or any other activity. This symptom (trouble focusing) is also referred to as brain fog…
Exercise Doesn’t Need To Be Hard
There are too many exercise regimines, routines, sites and plans to even count. The trick is finding what works for you. Not only do we need a plan and routine that we can and are willing to follow, but one that fits our life styles, schedules, budgets and abilities. The idea of exercise for some…
Eggshells For Your Garden
Gardening can be therapeutic but its’ not for everyone. We may love the idea of growing our own vegetables, berries, flowers and herbs; but may not have the space, knowledge of how or even the desire. For many people, organic grocery stores and the produce isle is the way to go. There is nothing wrong…
A Life’s Journey
You know that phrase that says: “there’s always someone who is better than you or has it harder”? I believe that philosophy whole heartedly. I know I struggle with the P.O.T.S. and the symptoms of the syndrome; but I also realize there are those who are higher up the ladder at a higher scale level…
P.O.T.S. What is it and how do I live with it?
P.O.T.S. (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome) This disorder can vary from mild to an extreme, causing it to be disabling. It is the autonomic nervous system which controls such things as our blood pressure, heart rate and breathing. When it malfunctions, the cause can be feeling faint or dizzy. Typically, the autonomic nervous system regulates our…