After a failed attempt last month to have a discussion with my headache specialist regarding my migraines getting worse, today was my first successful Telehealth discussion, and it felt good. Really good. If you have a doctor who actually cares, regardless of their field, this is not a difficult process. However, it has lead me … Continue reading Telehealth and A Scheduled Appointment
Musings
Out Of Order
This is my self-portrait at the moment. I genuinely wish I had more to offer today, but my pain levels are sky-high and my doctor has decided that he won't be treating my pain after all. This agitates me to be told one thing and have another thing entirely occur. It also means I will … Continue reading Out Of Order
Happy Passover 2020
This is always a somber holiday for me. I haven't celebrated it since my parents passed away, and I have zero desire to participate in it. This is where my version of faith differs from others. I have my reasons. I am going to take this holiday to write, read, reflect, and try to focus … Continue reading Happy Passover 2020
Confrontation
Anyone who has read my work for more than a month or two can likely tell you basic things about my character. My friends can tell you precisely who I am and what I stand for. My own brother has described me as, "The last person I ever want to disappoint because you're scarier than … Continue reading Confrontation
Apparently, We’re Doing Odd Miracles This Week
After folding clothes, tossing things, setting things aside for another time, and searching high and low, I finally locate the missing cord. I didn't scream, "YES!" like I wanted to because someone else is now doing the whole, "Work from home" thing and I am trying to be quiet, out of the way, and respectful. … Continue reading Apparently, We’re Doing Odd Miracles This Week
Seriously?!
Today was a rough one for me. I did what I could (which was very little. I ended up going back to sleep out of sheer stress and frustration, paired with poor sleep and nightmares.), made a great dinner, and when it came time to backing my laptop up, guess who couldn't find the second … Continue reading Seriously?!
Saint Patrick’s Day
How is everyone doing? I will not lie; I'm struggling. Feeling extremely trapped and suppressed during this global insanity, teetering on the edge of losing my mind because I feel like no matter what I do, I'm wrong. At least that's what people tell me. If you'd heard the conversations I've had over the past … Continue reading Saint Patrick’s Day
I’m Awake
I'm not sure what I did to deserve intense sunshine this morning, but it somehow encouraged the migraine I woke up with. By "encourage", I mean it made me ten times sicker than I thought possible. Reluctantly took Relpax. The problem with the generic version of this medication is that the side effects can give … Continue reading I’m Awake
Holding Pattern
Almost two weeks ago, I fell. It was as if my right leg had been taken away for a minute or so. The aftermath left me wondering how bad my knee is, as well as my ankle and foot. I quietly reduced the ankle swelling, but I've also walked on broken bones in my … Continue reading Holding Pattern
Current Emotions
I've been thinking and feeling nearly all of these thoughts for the past few months. I thought I'd share them since some of these are absolute gems. 💎
Written by LISA MARINO-Molchanova 