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It’s a rainy Sunday here in Vancouver, so of course I am reminiscing on the beauty of Ubud... I am taking the day to recharge for the work week, and I hope many of you are too. Whether it’s physical, mental, emotional or spiritual pain or struggle you are experiencing, take some time for you. This all begins with you. 💛✨ • • #ubud#ubudbali#clearcafe#bali#indonesia#travel#therapy#madd#mothersagainstdrunkdriving#recovery
Such a fantastic afternoon crafting with my students turned into a painful flare up today. On Wednesday, my new surgeon stated that they categorize my arthritis as “post traumatic arthritis”, which is a form of osteoarthritis but results from an injury. Makes enough sense; however, they couldn’t determine just how bad it is currently because my last SPECT scan (shows extreme detail) was nearly 2.5 years ago. What they could determine was the severity of the outer joint arthritis and the avascular necrosis, which confirmed why my foot has been shrinking rapidly. I was also unfortunately informed getting more injections and experimental treatments would be pointless, so once the scan is done it’s time to talk surgery. For now, it’s time for some contrast baths and CBD ✌🏼 • • #avascularnecrosis#arthritis#posttraumatic#swelling#contrastbath#cbd#madd#mothersagainstdrunkdriving#recovery
Some of my classroom necessities: diffuser, lavender oil, bag of lavender, tea, plants and chimes. ✨ • • #diffuser#lavender#healing#classroom#teacher#mentalhealth#madd#mothersagainstdrunkdriving#recovery
Kyle and I adopted Onyx two years ago today, and even though she nibbles everything in sight, I couldn’t imagine life without her. I couldn’t help but feel as though an animal would bring light into my life after the crash, and after three years debating whether or not I was ready, this little kitty fell into my window well in -20 weather. It was kitty fate. She has taken care of my mental health during surgeries and hard times, she has been my companion on sleepless nights, and she makes everyday so much brighter. Animals truly help you heal. 🐱❤️ • • #cattherapy#onyx#adoptdontshop#adoption#calgaryanimalservices#calgaryhumanesociety#madd#mothersagainstdrunkdriving#recovery
It’s funny, yesterday I day dreamed about going somewhere warm, to feel the pain dissipate and experience that overwhelming bliss that occurs whenever I am soaking up the sunshine, and today I am anticipating a trip to La Manzanilla in only a month! I am also absolutely blissin’ out because after years of searching for the right surgeon in Canada, I finally have an appointment with one tomorrow that I think will be the person I make my next decision with. After five failed ankle surgeries, I am ready to finally have some comfort and mobility. Wish me luck! ✨ • • #bali#baliindonesia#vancouver#bc#surgery#madd#mothersagainstdrunkdriving#avascularnecrosis#arthritis#recovery
I was always a sun baby, but never truly understood how great an impact weather could have on an individual. The crash has left me with physical, mental, emotional and even spiritual lifelong injuries, and even with all the medication and specialists in the world, I have found weather to be one of the most healing powers of all. Heat, moisture, and sweet sunshine fill my soul with happiness, give my mind a break from past memories, calm my nervous system, and lessen the pain within my joints. While the traveling part is difficult, the sunshine is always worth it. ☀️ • • #bali#baliindonesia#nusalembongan#devilstear#sunshine#healing#arthritis#mothersagainstdrunkdriving#madd#theraputic#recovery
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