My health journey – wellness, fashion, health and more.
I am not having a great end to the week. Very sore. Body telling me to slow down (if I can anymore than I am…).
Gratitude is the theme of the day.
What are you passionate about?
Landscapes of great wonder and beauty lie under our feet and all around us. They are discovered in tunnels in the ground, the heart of flowers, the hollows of trees, fresh-water ponds, seaweed jungles between tides, and even drops of water. Life in these hidden worlds is more startling in reality than anything we can imagine. How could this earth of ours, which is only a speck in the heavens, have so much variety of life, so many curious and exciting creatures?
Our need for water evolves as we grow up. We depend on water for all life – from the showers we take, to the pasta we make, and the medicine we need…to the plants we grow!
“Thousands have lived without love, not one without water.” – W.H. Auden
Never take it for granted incase one day there is no more left to drink. This inspiring article focuses on our need to be more sustainable (https://www.southeastriverstrust.org/water-water-everywhere-or-is-it)
Sustainable water use is easy to achieve, it takes small changes:
It starts at home.
Design practice:
About me:
Hi, I am Joy.
I decided to write this blog to raise awareness of living with chronic pain and how to keep upbeat in even the darkest/ loneliest days.
I am a mother to one wonderful daughter and a wife to my very supportive husband. I met my husband during our PhD journey (story for another blog/ reflections I am sure). I knew from the moment I met him that it was true love. Our research and personal interests aligned well which made it easier to communicate and grow together.
My love for him has grown stronger every day and more so since our daughter was born. He is an inspiration to fathers.
We knew we wanted a small family one day but did not realise the issues I had as a young woman/ teenager would impact our fertility journey and lives to the extent it now has.
So, I am 1 in 10%. I have endometriosis. There is no cure. Surgical or medical management only.🌻
I thought for this short post, I would create a page of links/ references for informative blogs and articles focusing on endometriosis.
I hope these references act as a guide and as always consult a medical professional if you have symptoms/ concerns. Keep strong and sending lots of positive thoughts and support your way.
Blog references:
https://www.endometriosis-uk.org/blog
https://unfabled.co/blogs/reel/endometriosis-myths-and-facts-what-you-need-to-know
https://kaldascenter.com/blog/4-powerful-endometriosis-blogs-you-should-be-reading
https://endomarch.org/category/endo-uprising/
Support groups:
https://www.endometriosis-uk.org/support-group/36586
https://endometriosis.cymru/practical-support/endo-support-groups/
https://endosos.org/support/support-groups/
Useful websites (UK):
https://www.nhs.uk/services/service-directory/endometriosis-uk/N10502090
https://reproductive-health.ed.ac.uk/exppect-endometriosis/information-for-patients/helpful-links
https://www.bsge.org.uk/centre/category/accredited-centres/
What is your favorite season of year? Why?
I would say autumn.
I love pumpkin spice latte and the feeling of crunchy leaves 🍁 under my feet.
It’s the perfect temperature- not too hot or too cold.
You can wear a woollen scarf with a lighter jacket and it’s perfect.🤩
Finally…
This poetry was inspired by my struggles and recovery from endometriosis. I hope other women can find their voice and get the support they need. It’s an uphill struggle (but like a view at the top of a mountain), the effort is worth it for health and happiness.
Keep fighting.
#endometriosiswarriors #adenomyosiswarriors.
Just for fun.
Nod to my day job. I miss talking about SuDS and work. Recovery is necessary but my career is very important to me.
I thought I would write this poem inspired by nature and sustainability.
What’s the one luxury you can’t live without?
This is a hard one. Without sounding greedy!
I guess the selfless answer is access to water, health, or education. In many countries this is not possible so I am grateful for all of these.
The tangible luxury for me is a pair of good boots. You need to make your feet happy. 🦶 👢 I always feel happy when I am able to dress up. Makes me feel happy and confident (power outfit anyone?).
The intangible luxury is photographs and memory boxes. I love looking at old photographs. Reminds me of who I was and how far I have come.
Thursdays child has far to go, and in my case this is true as I have battled chronic health issues. I have also been tenacious and not willing to give in to the pain.
Sunflower Diaries 