Friday, March 4, 2016

The Spoon Theory

Have you read The Spoon Theory by Christine Miserandino? If you or someone you know deals with a chronic illness, and you want to know more about living with it on a daily basis, it's an excellent read. You can find it Here

Ms. Miserandino has Lupus, I do not, but there are a number of things in common... the fatigue, having to count 'spoons' every day, and so on. There are also a number of areas in which we differ. Yes, I am thinking of doing my own version of The Spoon Theory; mayhap I'll call it the Half-Baked Shakester Theory. Does it seem like whining? It probably is, but it's mostly about guilt; there's a lot of guilt involved, at least for me, when one is chronically ill. 

This isn't a plea for sympathy; it's just easy to forget what a struggle each day can be when it becomes the new normal... not only for other people, but for oneself. To grow less conscious of the constant decision-making process and why it's necessary. Sometimes a reminder is necessary to foster patience, and there are people who need to read such pieces; to foster hope, understanding, or just a bit of relief that they're not alone. So, there it is.

In any case, although my stomach is still wobbly I was up to a bit of cookery:

Vegetable beef soup:


A loaf of salted caramel banana bread, with walnuts:


And mini-loaves of salted caramel banana bread, without walnuts:


A good song when I need to remember that there really is...

18 comments:

  1. Ha, I know the spoon theory now. I've always been too scared to try salted caramel, especially after Sister did not like salted caramel ice cream and the van vendor replaced it with another flavour.

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    1. It's certainly a surprise the first time you taste it Andrew, but if the salt isn't overdone it's delightful. Once you get over the surprise, lol.

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  2. Yup. I do konw the spoon theory. And sometimes I drop the lot before I have started. And sometimes they turn into forks and jab into me.
    I am glad you had enough spoons to cook. And it is always a bonus when you make extra and have dinner for a less wonderful evening.
    Hugs. Always.

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    1. And hugs to you as well; I know you live it too. <3

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  3. nice food and sweet song dear have a lovely weekend

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  4. Yep, many things I can't do, but we find a way to carry on indeed

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  5. The Spoon Theory yes lots of people are practicing this. I never think of you as a whiner you are strong and I admire that so much. I am hungry now gotta go. HUGS HUGS B

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  6. I would love to read that book and we'll look for it. It's always nice to see things from another's perspective.

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  7. Salted caramel ice cream is my favorite. You made me realize that I am fortunate to have a lot of spoons to use. That is a very effective analogy; thank you for sharing the link.

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  8. I only have more spoons than you because so much is done for me, and I am thankful. I could not more prepare a meal than fly. Except a bread sandwich, of course. Take care.

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  9. You aren't whining, you're educating. Before you pointed me in the right direction months ago, I didn't know. (But considering what life has thrown at me lately, I *understand* it now! Love that Macy Grey tune. Had it for a while now. Hope the stomach continues to improve!

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  10. Your words are a great way to relieve stressors!!

    I do hope you are feeling better each passing day. It's the pits being down and out. Whether it's stomach problems, diet, someone else, anxieties...you name it. And we're here to 'back you up'!!!

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  11. I have heard of the spoon theory, but don't fully understand it.
    Hope you feel better soon.
    Your soup looks yummy!

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  12. Well, we're in a similar boat, but we keep rowing!

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  13. I bake when I'd in a blah mood. I should be baking today. My time of the month hit me, and I don't feel like doing anything! I was supposed to have my woman's doc appt. today. I called to cancel.

    I have a student named Macy. I asked her if she knew who Macy Gray is. She didn't. I feel old.

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  14. I bake when I'd in a blah mood. I should be baking today. My time of the month hit me, and I don't feel like doing anything! I was supposed to have my woman's doc appt. today. I called to cancel.

    I have a student named Macy. I asked her if she knew who Macy Gray is. She didn't. I feel old.

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C'mon, be cranky and let 'er rip!