I voted around 11:30 am. We had to work a time around S’s online meetings and avoiding lines (so –… Read more Strangest Election Day
No gatherings over 50 people
This morning, the CDC has recommended a ban on gatherings over 50 people. Europe is shutting its borders, and Germany… Read more No gatherings over 50 people
Restaurants close
Tbe governor of Illinois has just orders all restaurants and bars to close. They are allowed to do curbside pickup… Read more Restaurants close
And it’s Covid-19
The world has been changing quickly – especially in terms of health. My life hasn’t changed much. I was rather… Read more And it’s Covid-19
Surviving a party or family get together
The good news is that I survived the holidays just fine. The holiday season is rough for many of us,… Read more Surviving a party or family get together
Weight of the world on my shoulders
The worst of my pain lives in my neck and shoulders. At times, the muscles seize up so badly that… Read more Weight of the world on my shoulders
Focused meditation – vacuum cleaner breathing
Pain can hit suddenly – any time or place. Of all the things that work during a pain flare –… Read more Focused meditation – vacuum cleaner breathing
My first cane
My orthopedist handed me a scrip and said, “Get a cane. It will help. Do you know how to walk… Read more My first cane
It’s for the birds (and me)
I have always enjoyed watching the birds. The come and go, quarrel with each other, and sometimes even watch me… Read more It’s for the birds (and me)
Flying while disabled
This summer I flew to Maine. I carefully packed my carry-on with all my medical stuff. CPAP for sleep apnea*,… Read more Flying while disabled
Johanna Haas 