The author reflects on grief and love after losing Roland, comparing grief to waves washing over land. They describe their emotional journey, transitioning from holding a metaphorical sphere of love to storing it in a bucket while grappling with guilt and anxiety. The focus shifts to creating a personal space and embracing individuality.
Month: August 2025
Creating Accessible Living Spaces in a Bungalow
The author discusses adapting their bungalow to suit their disability needs while minimizing maintenance. Key changes include renovating the bathroom, simplifying the kitchen, and redesigning living spaces for functionality. They prioritize creating a studio and flexible guest accommodations, ultimately favoring practicality and comfort over unnecessary guest rooms. The transformation aims for a cozy, manageable home.
Art as Pain Relief: My Experience with Arthritis
I live with pain. Over COVID Roland and I realised that I wasn't moving well, that one hip was causing discomfort. At the time I thought it was a lot of pain. Looking back, it was maybe a 2 compared to what I experience now. At the time though over the counter stuff was not… Continue reading Art as Pain Relief: My Experience with Arthritis
An Autitistic Hyper Focus: Tritium in the Pacific
Effects on Food and Environment *These are my own thoughts and I have tried to fact check but I could be wrong. Politely let me know in the comments and I will change the piece if I agree. In 2011 there was a disaster at the Fukashima Daiichi nuclear plant. As a side note there… Continue reading An Autitistic Hyper Focus: Tritium in the Pacific
From Grief to Growth: Reclaiming Life After a Loved One’s Passing
It is strange. I feel that my life can be split into three distinct times. Before Roland, with Roland and after Roland. If you are new here, I ought to say that Roland was my husband. He passed away suddenly on Boxing Day 2023. Before Roland I was a person driven by something intangible. Something… Continue reading From Grief to Growth: Reclaiming Life After a Loved One’s Passing
From Embroidery to Blogging: Finding My Voice Again
Why should I start writing the blog again? I found myself talking to my embroidery because I don't have a Roland to sound out what I am feeling. That and hugs have to be the worst. I miss both so much. So, I thought I would write it down. But then I wander if I… Continue reading From Embroidery to Blogging: Finding My Voice Again
Kate Murray - Cleaver 