I know a little girl,whose hair in ringletsfalls, unkempt from lackof brushing; who standswhen she should be sitting;who laughs with defiance whenchallenged, her dark eyes gleamingwith mischief; who holds her chin uphigh and stamps her feet, arms foldedin protest when she does not get her way. I see that little girl,have watched her play,with a […]
Ask me how I’m doingand I’ll say “fine”, notbecause I’m actually fine,but because “fine” is the onlysocially acceptable response. If I said that I have been lyinghere, for three hours now,willing my body to move,that would elicit unsolicitedadvice and tarnish my “fine”. I’d berate myself for breakingmy promise not to moan,knowing that complainingprovokes a compulsive […]
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One Woman's Quest II 
Life is the hardest thing we will ever do. Understanding of all these things can make it easier to navigate.
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Yes. A hard lesson.
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((hugs))
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Dear V.J.,
I hope you will be able to experience the positive outlook of what you wrote to/for yourself all these years ago. It’s a challenge to hold onto that hope when we feel really low.
Best wishes,
Tanja
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Thanks Tanja. It is hard to remember/ believe when in survival mode.
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I can relate… 😦
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I love this, VJ! A wonderful way to begin my day.
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I’m glad, Eugi!
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💖
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A beautiful share VJ
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Thanks Sadje
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You’re welcome
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A very wise affirmation, and I thank you for it.
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😊
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Wisdsom is also this post. Beautiful, VJ!
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Thanks Wynne!
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I love this so much VJ! You captured the very essence of what acceptance means when we live with chronic illness. I especially love that last line – “It also keeps possibility alive.” That’s so critical!
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Thanks Terri. It’s a struggle some times as you know.
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Thank you. I needed this today. 💟
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❤️
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Beautifully said, VJ. Wisdom to live by. Thank you.
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Thank you, Sarah
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