Technically it is spring, although with the cold front that arrived in Texas yesterday, it doesn’t feel like it. (We even had a fire last night.) But as it has been lately, I am a day late and a dollar short…. I just chalk it up to my crazy life these days.
In the months since posting my Fall Round-Up, a lot has changed for me. My mother had a stroke and my father entered hospice care, so there’s new stressors and changes going on with my family. I have been making monthly trips to Portland to help care for them. In between trips, I celebrated my 26th wedding anniversary by getting seven epidural steroid injections in my back for three bulging discs. (Ouch!) All the while dealing with family, fibromyalgia, a full-time job, and trying to keep up this blog. I do the best I can and I don’t beat myself up for what I can’t do.
Grace, not perfection. ~ Emily Ley
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The holidays are long over and I am looking ahead to warmer days, spring flowers, and sunshine. But there is definitely still some winter in the air! In case you missed something, here is a round-up of my posts for the past few months – some on Fibromyalgia and others to inspire you to live your best life!
Living with Fibromyalgia
My Doctor Suggested CBD Oil for Pain
Diagnosing Chronic Pain: Fibromyalgia and Endometriosis
Diagnosing Chronic Shoulder Pain
Six Ways to Cope with Stress with a Chronic Illness
Clean Eating: Smoothie Round-up
Most Popular Older Posts:
Fight Fibromyalgia with Your Diet
How to Be Resilient with Fibromyalgia
My Most Popular Post on Twitter:
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— Cynthia Baughman (@photobaugh) March 25, 2019
Inspiring
10 Things to Inspire You This Month – March (10 Ways to Unplug and Recharge)
10 Things to Inspire You This Month – February (10 Tips for Keeping a Healthy Heart)
10 Things to Inspire You This Month – January
10 Things to Inspire You this Month – December
Weekly Letter Board Series:
My most popular post on Instagram:
I am considering wrapping up the “10 Things…” series for awhile, due to the time it takes to research and write those posts. I am opting for the weekly “Letter Board” series instead. I hope you are enjoying those just as much. Please take a minute to leave me a comment on one of the following:
- What’s your favorite thing about Spring?
- Do you like my new letter board series?
- Do you like my “10 Things” series? Should I quit, or keep going?
For more inspiring quotes or information on fibromyalgia and chronic pain in between my blog posts, follow @photobaugh on Twitter Instagram and Pinterest.
My Inspired Fibro Life 
It did get chilly yesterday!! Crazy winds too! I’m on Instagram @mezzoishere
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Followed you! 😉 Yes one of the worst part of spring and fall in Texas is the up and down temperatures!
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I saw that! We are neighbors!
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Well, you’ve certainly been busy, I’m just sorry there’s been so much stress and difficult times. I’m especially sorry about your mum and dad with their own health conditions; I’m glad you’ve been able to see them as regularly as possible, they’ll be glad to have you there when you’re able to be. Happy Anniversary! I know that’s a little late, but I think you should have a delayed celebration one day when you’re feeling a little more up to it, just for a few hours to do something lovely, just for the two of you. With all you’ve got going on, I’m amazed you’ve written up such a great round-up post! In answer to your questions..
Favourite thing about spring – thinking summer is next! Seriously though, my body doesn’t regulate heat so I’m always cold; the sunshine and warmth make me very happy. Like the newer posts? yes. Love what you’re doing, so as long as you love what you’re doing too, then we’ll all be here to read it! Please do rest up and take good care, sending gentle hugs your way Cynthia ♥
Caz xx
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Wow. Thanks for the encouragement and hugs. I need all I can get these days. Considering taking a break from blogging with all on my plate, but I sure love hearing comments like this. Cheers, Caz!! 💜
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