Took some time to re-evaluate where my energy goes, as my health has been deteriorating lately. The one thing Myalgic Encephalomyelitis teaches is that energy for anything (be it mental, emotional, or physical exertion) is limited. Trying on a stripped back existence in order to reset. That has meant limited screen time.
“The idle mind is the devil’s playground” was my father’s favourite saying, and I have to admit that there is a correlation between quiet times, brought on by increased pain, and the recurrence of traumatic memories.
I’m working through it all, and will continue to prioritize health and well-being. Hope you are all keeping well these dreary days of Winter.
One Woman's Quest II 
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Hope you feel better soon, VJ! Sending you some Mexican sunshine and love.
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Amazing! The best kind!
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Have missed you, VJ. Have been away from writing for a month, moving. Yuck. I’m very sorry you are under the weather. Sending you a big hug.
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Hope the move went well. I have really pulled back in an attempt to regain balance – but of course, I’ll never completely disappear.
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Oh, I hope you feel better soon, VJ. Winter can take its toll physically and mentally. It’s cold where I live but once the sun comes out, I feel much better.
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Here too. The sun has shown up the last couple of days and it does make a difference
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Sending you good wishes for recovering health, VJ!
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Thanks Wynne
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I have chronic back pain and chronic side effects from chemotherapy. I just picked up a new allergy that killed my energy after we moved. We do need to constantly re-evaluate our lives. I’m with you, VJ. Hope you have some good days!
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Sorry to hear you are going through that Miriam. Hope you do too!
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Thank you, VJ.
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Wishing you better days ahead. Thanks for keeping us posted.🤗🤗
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We are made to feel guilty about taking time to rest. But it’s necessary. I hope that pulling back will ease the pain. (K)
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You are so right. Thank you
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So sorry to read of this illness.Is this an insect caused condition?
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It can be. It is post-viral typically
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I like your plan…very much. Take care, dear one! 💕
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Thanks V ictoria
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Thank you for checking in VJ. I think you’re taking a good path for yourself. Take care.
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Thanks Liz
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Take care, V J. The weather is certainly not helping with aches and pains.
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No it’s not. Thank you
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Take care of yourself VJ. Sending positive healing vibes.
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Thanks Heather
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Sounds like a good plan, VJ. I look forward to Spring. Hugs to you!
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Such strange weather we are having Sarah. I’m sure it does help the aches and pains. Thank you. Hope you are well.
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Stay well my friend
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Thank you, Sadje
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You’re most welcome
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