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Drawing is exhausting…

September 28, 2015Uncategorized# atypical facial pain, # kids, # laser therapy, #acute pain, #Beaumont AB, #chronic fatigue, #chronic pain, #clinical depression, #dependency, #edmonton, #facial pain, #lasertherapy, #mairrage, #medication, #meditation for pain relief, #meditech, #MVD surgery, #neuroplasticity, #pain, #pain relief, #pain sensitization, #parenting, #poetry#bug bites, #Striking Back, #TN, #TN research, #trigeminal neuralgia, #www.tnnme.com, #www.zazzle.com, #yoga for pain reliefJenn

Today I’m feeling overwhelmed. My art class is tonight and I didn’t get everything done yet. It kind of freaks me out. The funny thing is that I’m in this class by choice! The instructor seems very laid back and I’m pretty sure he won’t even be checking things. I need to draw everyday. Doing so will help ingrain the new skills I’m trying to learn…unlike this past week. I’ve been so so busy, I feel like I haven’t had a moment to myself, other than when I’m lying in bed at night. Then I’m so tired I don’t think all that cohesively…actually I don’t know if I ever have cohesive thoughts…lol. So, he did check to see how everyone did on their homework. Thankfully there were a few of us who didn’t do it all, at least it wasn’t just me!! I still felt bad though. Mad at myself mostly. This is supposed to be for me, so I need to stay on top of it!! This is what I did tonight for our second class. I’m off to bed now…

to http://www.tnnme.com (Trigeminal Neuralgia and Me) to sign a petition to have the WorldHealth Organization (WHO) add Trigeminal Neuralgia (TN) to their “Health Topic List.

Hopefully one day I’ll get it right, or at least have fun, while about it I write!!

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Ouch!!

September 26, 2015Uncategorized# atypical facial pain, # kids, # laser therapy, #acute pain, #Beaumont AB, #chronic fatigue, #chronic pain, #clinical depression, #dependency, #edmonton, #facial pain, #lasertherapy, #mairrage, #medication, #meditation for pain relief, #meditech, #MVD surgery, #neuroplasticity, #pain, #pain relief, #pain sensitization, #parenting, #poetry#bug bites, #Striking Back, #TN, #TN research, #trigeminal neuralgia, #www.tnnme.com, #www.zazzle.com, #yoga for pain reliefJenn

This is what happens when your teenage daughter wakes you up at 4:00am to say goodnight and tell you that you fell asleep reading: So, you try to get up quickly & immediately step on your 5 year old son’s story-book that happens to be on the floor right beside the bed, where you often put them after reading bedtime stories. So, you step onto said soft covered book, which immediately slides across the floor sending you flying sideways, falling directly and with all of your weight, into the corner of your bedside table right on the back side of your hip/butt – hitting it so hard that the corner breaks the skin & your screaming/crying/laughing wakes everyone up! It gets worse because, as you try to find purchase with your feet stepping & sliding on book after book, you can’t move forward because there’s only about a foot and a quarter space between the wall and the bed where you’re trapped in your non-stop fall, while simultaneously yelling at your daughter to help you, who, incidentally, is laughing so hard at you that she also can hardly move, so you keep sliding and falling and re-hitting the same place over and over until finally, by grabbing the sheet, bit by bit, you pull yourself up, laughing and crying at the same time, you yank your jammie pants down to check for damages and have your daughter run and grab a bandaid and she, gleefully, puts the bandaid on your ass, and finally, with tears of laughter rolling down your face, you are able to stand, up, and, with great dignity, say goodnight to your beautiful, still giggling, daughter…and limp off to bed.

To help with research and treatment for Trigeminal Neuralgia please go to http://www.tnnme.com (Trigeminal Neuralgia and Me) to sign a petition to have the WorldHealth Organization (WHO) add Trigeminal Neuralgia (TN) to their “Health Topic List.

Hopefully one day I’ll get it right, or at least have fun, while about it I write!!

PS: I, obviously, haven’t quite figured the fonts out…I don’t know why, when I try to change it, it only changes part of it…if you know what I’m doing wrong, please feel free to let me know…because I’m so frustrated by it!!!!

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And Set Yourself Free…‼️🙋🏼‼️

Do you think you can hide it,

That no-one can see?

That your fake smiles and laughter,

Can hide it from me?

You pretend you’re okay,

Act like everything’s fine.;

All happy and laid back

Yet done by design…

Your secret’s not covered,

Not hidden away.

It’s right there in plain sight

I’m so sorry to say!

But, you’re no longer alone,

You are safe here with me.

So please speak your truth

And set yourself free…🌠

JKC

This is a new one that just came to me today, at a busy time of course, when phrases hit me… So, I don’t know yet who it’s about, if anyone. These are just the words that came through me, so, please, don’t worry about my family nor myself, it’s all good!!❌😘❌‼️it is what it is…we don’t have to like it? But, it still is…

Hopefully one day I’ll get it right, or at least have fun, while about it I write!!

In the know

September 25, 2015Uncategorized# atypical facial pain, # kids, # laser therapy, #acute pain, #Beaumont AB, #chronic fatigue, #chronic pain, #clinical depression, #dependency, #edmonton, #facial pain, #lasertherapy, #mairrage, #medication, #meditation for pain relief, #meditech, #MVD surgery, #neuroplasticity, #pain, #pain relief, #pain sensitization, #parenting, #poetry#bug bites, #Striking Back, #TN, #TN research, #trigeminal neuralgia, #www.tnnme.com, #www.zazzle.com, #yoga for pain reliefJenn

Can they tell? Do they know?

I’m hiding in plain sight,

Does it show?

I say “I’m okay” or “Yes, I’m fine”

I’m so full of it,

But this pain is mine.

Will it stop or go away?

Or will I always have to fake it,

Each and every day?

It’s completely gained full control!

It rules the roost,

And has taken it’s toll.

I think it’s actually starting to show

It’s so hard to hold it in

And now most people know…

JKC

Hopefully one day I’ll get it right, or at least have fun, while about it I write!!

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Life Can Sure Get Expensive!!

September 24, 2015Uncategorized# atypical facial pain, # kids, # laser therapy, #acute pain, #Beaumont AB, #chronic fatigue, #chronic pain, #clinical depression, #dependency, #edmonton, #facial pain, #lasertherapy, #mairrage, #medication, #meditation for pain relief, #meditech, #MVD surgery, #neuroplasticity, #pain, #pain relief, #pain sensitization, #parenting, #poetry#bug bites, #Striking Back, #TN, #TN research, #trigeminal neuralgia, #www.tnnme.com, #www.zazzle.com, #yoga for pain reliefJenn

Wherever I look there’s something we need. Not even counting the five mouths to feed!! “Mom I need this,””mom I need that!” “Mom please, buy me that yoga mat!” “Seriously, why? We already have three??!” “Sure, but I need one that my friends can see!!” I don’t even want to figure that out. I’ll just have to decide: a smile or a pout. Some days it’s easier to just give in. It’s important to pick which battles to win. Does anyone know why it all happens at once? “I need shoes” “I need a haircut” “I need money for hot lunch!!”And don’t even ask about the cost of dance. Um…perhaps she’ll give basketball a chance…?! But I can’t really talk or point any fingers, as the shock at the cost of art supplies still really lingers!! My husband will need a beer or two, before I give him that receipt to view! And I wonder the best time let him know, that most of our son’s clothes just have to go! He just won’t stop growing, taller and taller, he’s not like his sisters, who’ve stayed a lot smaller. It’s just one thing and another, again and again, and I’m pretty damn sure that it never will end! Such is the fun of life I am guessing, besides I wouldn’t change it – my family’s a blessing😍😍

Tee Hee❌⭕️❌‼️

Hopefully one day I’ll get it right, or at least have fun, while about it I write!!

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Find The Time

September 23, 2015Uncategorized# atypical facial pain, # kids, # laser therapy, #acute pain, #Beaumont AB, #chronic fatigue, #chronic pain, #clinical depression, #dependency, #edmonton, #facial pain, #lasertherapy, #mairrage, #medication, #meditation for pain relief, #meditech, #MVD surgery, #neuroplasticity, #pain, #pain relief, #pain sensitization, #parenting, #poetry#bug bites, #Striking Back, #TN, #TN research, #trigeminal neuralgia, #www.tnnme.com, #www.zazzle.com, #yoga for pain reliefJenn

It has been two days since my drawing class and I haven’t picked up my pencil yet. I have this strong pull to draw and keep saying, both out loud and internally, I need to do my “homework”, or I need to practice what we worked on Monday night, or the only way to master something difficult is to just do it!! I’m saying and thinking about this over and over again. Practice does make perfect! Even if this phrase brings up bad childhood memories about homework, among other things, it is true! Sorry guys, but the cat’s out of the bag! Our parents were right all along, practice really does make perfect (or at least better, practice makes you better…) The teacher gave us a few things to finish by next week and, as I said above, I haven’t done any of it yet! (Aren’t I the good role model – lol!!) I need to prioritize drawing on a daily basis. I’m doing this class for myself, something I’ve wanted to do for a long long time. So, it makes no sense that I haven’t been able to fit it into my week yet! Part of the problem (at l see it in my head) is Guilt. I feel shitty so often and end up needing to lie down or sit and do nothing. And now, I want to take up some of that precious time for myself! Realistically and from a mental health perspective, self-care is super important and, intellectually, I know that. But, obviously I am not that great at practicing what I preach! So, when my daughter and I get home (from dance) I’m going to practice for at least 30 minutes before bed. Oh, and here she is, so, we are off! Short one tonight, but better than nothing!

Hopefully one day I’ll get it right, or at least have fun, while about it I write!!

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Truly The Hard Part…

September 22, 2015Uncategorized# atypical facial pain, # kids, # laser therapy, #acute pain, #Beaumont AB, #chronic fatigue, #chronic pain, #clinical depression, #dependency, #edmonton, #facial pain, #lasertherapy, #mairrage, #medication, #meditation for pain relief, #meditech, #MVD surgery, #neuroplasticity, #pain, #pain relief, #pain sensitization, #parenting, #poetry#bug bites, #Striking Back, #TN, #TN research, #trigeminal neuralgia, #www.tnnme.com, #www.zazzle.com, #yoga for pain reliefJenn

I need to listen to my body…

I need to hear what my tummy “says to me”,when making decisions, both small and large.

I need to focus on my breathing; to listen to my breathing.

My body is wise. My body is strong.

My body will take me where I need to be.

So, I will practice listening to the subtle cues my body is continuously giving me.

I cannot ignore the pain;

I need to focus on it, feel it, understand it, and hear its’ needs.

This is to better help myself.

To find compassion for myself, compassion I feel in my tummy, my “gut” and in my heart.

I need to listen and pay attention:

What is my body telling me I need???

I need to listen to my body…

JKC

On January 11, 2006 I wrote this in one of my journals. Yes, you heard me correctly, nine years ago, I wrote this! Has anything changed? Don’t you hear how prevalent this is…still? Talk about being stuck in a rut!! I feel like I know what to say and how to say it, but implementation, following through, making changes, whatever you may want to call it, not easy. Saying the words, easy. Acting on the words, well, that is truly the hard part.

Hopefully one day I’ll get it right, or at least have fun, while about it I write!!

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First Art Class Tonight

I really enjoyed my first ever drawing class! I’m feeling like I am pretty slow at completing the assignments, compared to everyone else, but I’m able to do it at home and he’s very okay with moving through the lessons at our own pace. He does most of his beginner classes from the book called ” Drawing On The Right Side Of The Brain”. I was pretty excited about that. I have the book, and the workbook. I’ve tried to work through it a few times, but I always end up not finishing it. I’ve actually looked up the author online to inquire whether or not they have any classes in Canada. The concept really appeals to me. I’m hoping that I come out of this course a competent drawer, maybe not amazingly talented, but able to actually draw. Now I’m going to bed.

To help with research and treatment for Trigeminal Neuralgia please go to http://www.tnnme.com (Trigeminal Neuralgia and Me) to sign a petition to have the World Health Organization (WHO) add Trigeminal Neuralgia (TN) to their “Health

Hopefully one day I’ll get it right, or at least have fun, while about it I write!!

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From The Vault

September 21, 2015Uncategorized# atypical facial pain, # kids, # laser therapy, #acute pain, #Beaumont AB, #chronic fatigue, #chronic pain, #clinical depression, #dependency, #edmonton, #facial pain, #lasertherapy, #mairrage, #medication, #meditation for pain relief, #meditech, #MVD surgery, #neuroplasticity, #pain, #pain relief, #pain sensitization, #parenting, #poetry#bug bites, #Striking Back, #TN, #TN research, #trigeminal neuralgia, #www.tnnme.com, #www.zazzle.com, #yoga for pain reliefJenn

Here’s something from June 29, 2000:

How do I step out of the box

That was crafted by you?

How do I push down the walls

When you don’t want me to?

When do I embrace myself

Without judgement or shame?

When can I shake myself free

And stop playing your game?

Why do I let you make the rules

Without seeing how I feel?

Why do I sit back and watch

While you roll the reel?

You say the rules are all made

And it’s been said and done.

Yet no one seems happy

And no one has won.

So we remain here in anguish

Each praying for more.

Can I take the first step

And open that door?

JKC

To help with research and treatment for Trigeminal Neuralgia please go to http://www.tnnme.com (Trigeminal Neuralgia and Me) to sign a petition to have the World Health Organization (WHO) add Trigeminal Neuralgia (TN) to their “Health Topic List.

Hopefully one day I’ll get it right, or at least have fun, while about it I write!!

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What Would You Say??

September 19, 2015Uncategorized# atypical facial pain, # kids, # laser therapy, #acute pain, #Beaumont AB, #bug bites, #chronic fatigue, #chronic pain, #clinical depression, #dependency, #trigeminal neuralgia, #www.tnnme.com, #www.zazzle.com, #yoga for pain relief, Looks like I'm not the only one who can't sleep! (Unless you work at night.) From the afternoon (#TN, o www.tnnme.com to sign a petition to have the World Health Organization (WHO) add Trigeminal Neuralgia (TN) to their "Health Topic List" Hopefully one day I’ll get it right, or at least have fun, To help with research and treatment for Trigeminal Neuralgia please go to www.tnnme.com (Trigeminal Neuralgia and Me) to sign a petition to have the World Health Organization (WHO) add Trigeminal Neur, while about it I write!!Jenn

Yesterday an old friend of mine posted on Facebook about her dad dying and she was clearly suffering a great deal. She sounded so wounded and ripped apart. I felt her sorrow deep in my heart. In those hidden areas that we try to deny, the place where I hold and hide the fear about one day losing my own parents or my husband or, …well, you get the picture. So I felt a physical ache in my chest for her. It’s strange having things like Facebook, where we can semi-keep track of old friends and people who’ve moved in and out of our lives. So, you’re more connected than in the past. You see posts every now and then. You see their posts, some we may focus on more than others. But, you have a bit of an idea of where they’re at in their lives. So, when something tragic happens to them, regardless of how recently we’ve seen them, we can witness their experience. We feel for them, now – in the present. So, what do we say?? What would you say?? (Seriously, please let me know if you think it’s okay or over the top or what you would have said.)

This is what I said:

I’m so sorry for your loss. There’s no “right” thing to say to someone, that will instantly make everything “okay”, after losing a loved one. I sure wish there was! I’m sorry to say, but it’ll be super hard and it’ll be a struggle. There will be good days and hard days, happy moments and moments when you feel overwhelmed with sorrow. But always remember he will be with you. Your dad will be holding your hand, rubbing your back, hugging you tightly, loving you always; he IS with you. Yes today was probably super difficult and just sucked!! You may wish you could curl up in a ball and cry the day away. And you know what?? It’s okay! Go for it!! You can grieve however you need to. Grief is one scenario when there is no right or wrong way to do it. You can feel whatever you want and need to feel. It’ll be a struggle today and everyday for a while, but you will get through it. Do not be afraid to ask your family and friends for whatever you need. If it’s time alone for a while, that’s fine. If you need time to be alone with your husband holding you, that’s fine. If you need to stand on top of a table and scream for a while, that’s okay to!! Whatever you need, do it! Again, there is NO right way to move yourself through this pain. Take it one step at a time. Don’t worry about an hour from now or later tonight or even right this moment, don’t worry about anything. Just take care of yourself, without guilt. Then gradually, over time, it will get a bit better. There’ll be a few less tears when remembering him and more smiles. He will be with you, is with you, every step of every day. He will guide you through each day. Don’t be afraid to follow your intuition and to do what you feel in your heart you should be doing or saying. He is taking your hand and telling you what to do, listen. Listen to whatever you feel in your heart, because he is guiding you. I know I haven’t seen you in a very long time, but I’m certain that you’re still that strong, beautiful, kind and loving person that I knew way back when. It sounds like you have so much love and support surrounding you, ask them for whatever you yneed. They will want to help you. They love you. Most people aren’t sure of what to say or do for someone who has just lost a loved one. Tell them what you need to get through this. And, although it may feel impossible right now, you WILL get through today and then the next day and the next, even if it seems impossible, I know you will. Just one baby step at a time.

God Bless. XOX

To help with research and treatment for Trigeminal Neuralgia please go to http://www.tnnme.com (Trigeminal Neuralgia and Me) to sign a petition to have the World Health Organization (WHO) add Trigeminal Neuralgia (TN) to their “Health Topic List.

Hopefully one day I’ll get it right, or at least have fun, while about it I write!!

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The Spirit Scribe

I challenge myself to write 365 posts in 2016to heal Body, Mind & Spirit. Hopefully one day I’ll get it right, or at least have fun, while about it I write!!

Tag Archives: #yoga for pain relief

Drawing is exhausting…

Ouch!!

And Set Yourself Free…‼️🙋🏼‼️

In the know

Life Can Sure Get Expensive!!

Find The Time

Truly The Hard Part…

First Art Class Tonight

From The Vault

What Would You Say??