Glimpsing a nourishing life; with a baked treat and a good book
This week, I would like us to remember the words of Marcus Aurelius… “When you arise in the morning, think of what a precious privilege it is to be alive, to breathe, to think, to enjoy, to love.” These words have helped me this past week while I have dealt with new information about my […] Read more…
Hello all! Last week, I announced our first book for the online book club so that we would all have two weeks to find a copy, and start it on March 1st. During this week, I have discovered that the book is being reprinted as a paperback currently, and will be released at the end […] Read more…
This week has been one of information overload for me after a visit to a cardiologist brought a new diagnosis. I am working on staying calm, processing the information, and looking at it with a positive view, and as a step towards better health with new treatment. Therefore, I feel this week’s Wellness Wednesday should focus on […] Read more…
This week’s Motivation Monday… This is especially apparent in chronic illness, due to the ongoing unwell times and loneliness, and then the stressful visits to doctors, endless tests, worry about employment and your lack of independence, and how you will get your life back on track, the loss of friends, and life plans and […] Read more…
It is the 15th of February, and that means that it is officially the first Glimpsing Gembles blog online book club book announcement! Drumroll please……. The book will be Meg Wolitzer’s “The Interestings.” We officially start reading on the 1st of March, so you have time to go find or borrow a copy of this […] Read more…
Good afternoon! Happy Foodie Friday! Yes, I know. It is Saturday. Oops! The first Foodie Friday of the new series should have begun yesterday, but as most of us know, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome has its moments which make a regular routine unrealistic! I may have to change Foodie Friday to a bi-monthly thing, rather than […] Read more…
Welcome to the new blog series: Wellness Wednesday! Exercise is a scary word for people with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome/Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (CFS/ME), and other chronic issues. I know I struggle with balancing the desire to get back to my active self, and the fear of causing yet another relapse due to even light exercise. So this […] Read more…
Welcome to the new blog series… Motivation Mondays! To get things started, here is an idea to think about this week…. “Do not wait until the conditions are perfect to begin. Beginning makes the conditions perfect.” A big part of having a chronic illness is waiting. Waiting for answers, waiting for results, waiting for improvements. […] Read more…
My mantra for baking is if it is healthy enough to eat for breakfast yet tastes deliciously naughty, you are on a winner! These cake squares fit this motto, and are super easy and quick to make! All you need is: 1/4 cup nut butter (I used almond, brazil and cashew butter) 1/4 cup tahini 1/3 cup […] Read more…
I would love this blog to be a hub for a community of kindred spirits, coming together in the interest of their health, to find motivation, ideas, and inspiration. Whether it be due to CFS/ME, or other types of chronic illness, food intolerances, or healthy eating and a willingness to improve your well being that […] Read more…