This post should just about make it to you for Monday – depending upon which time zone you live in!  My brain fog has continued, several painsomnia nights later and an eye/sinus infection have left the blog low on the to do list.  Actually using the computer screen has been a chore with head and eye pain…..then add in my almighty cock up with my drugs and a few hours of pregabalin withdrawal – you get the picture!!

This week my nephew turned 8 and celebrated with a Laser Quest party for 15 little live wires.  This crumbly Auntie didn’t manage the trip (for the second year running)….but I did manage to make his birthday cake and sent it with hubby, the best Uncle in the world on that day.  For a simple, yet really effective cake that appeals to any kid, young or old, who likes sweets….make a “box of chocolates/jellies/sweets”!  If you would like a post with instructions leave me a message in the comments. One of the worst parts of chronic illness is having to cancel plans for special occasions when symptoms take over.  However watching Strictly Come Dancing with my Mum was probably slightly more relaxing than the aftermath of the party and the subsequent present frenzy!!  I have to just say here – I loved Stacey Dooley’s tango…you won’t know what I’m talking about unless you are a UK Strictly fan!

I am currently writing another post for you following a special Accessibility day at Gatwick airport last week and probably the biggest excitement to come out of this has been our purchase of an electric wheelchair.  More of this to come.  Meanwhile I have caught up with some blogs today as my vision has improved (have you used that chloramphenicol ointment – eughhh, gunky eyes and stings like hell!) and I hope that you enjoy these posts as much as I have.  I plan a Christmas blogs post, but have included the advent calendar one here as you might want one sooner rather than later!  I have been a very lucky girl and was bought a beauty calendar by my gorgeous friend Holly – lovely surprise gift….I will fill you in on the gifts as I open them!

Sit back, grab a drink and enjoy!

https://www.brainlesionandme.com/the-benefits-of-a-spa-day-for-those-with-chronic-illness/

https://wheelescapades.com/2018/11/17/booking-accessible-tickets-mission-almost-impossible/

https://countingmyspoons.com/2018/11/tips-for-pacing-when-you-have-chronic-illness/

https://ellenbest24.wordpress.com/2018/11/21/there-is-power-in-a-name/

https://www.lifeat139a.com/139a/11/20/my-garden-in-november

https://www.crestingthehill.com.au/2018/11/can-being-sad-be-good-for-you.html

http://www.denysewhelan.com.au/denyse-blogs/my-bookmarks-the-big-hug-box-2018-121/

https://www.eclecticevelyn.com/health-mistakes-to-avoid-for-women-over-50/

https://kippiathome.com/2018/11/14/hot-cocoa-bar/

http://arosieworld.com/beauty-advent-calendars-christmas-2018

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Have a great week,

Claire x