Category Archives: Fun Things
What Happened in 2022 Impacts Decisions for 2023
Sometimes, we invisibly disabled people reach a critical point in our lives where we face the need to make unwanted changes. I am reluctantly suspending posting for the foreseeable future with this article. Obviously, I had a head start on making New Year’s decisions for 2023. At the bottom of this post, I include a […]
Continue readingListen to the Good News of Christmas!
Angels play a large role in the Christmas story. Let’s hear their message as Christmas begins the earthly story of God’s Son. First, what does Christmas mean to me? Happiness. Joy. Busyness. Family. Surprises. Jesus. I grew up in a Christian home and enjoyed Christmas my entire life. I participated in Christmas programs at my […]
Continue readingExcited to See Christmas? Have You Made Plans Yet?
Planning for Christmas yet? Are you chronically ill? Or do you know someone who is? Observer, think about all you do. Shopping. Decorating–the tree, inside and outside the house. Addressing Christmas cards. Attending parties. Helping with the Christmas play. Christmas planning for the chronically ill is like that of other people. However, it can be […]
Continue readingIt’s That Time of Year Again — for Giving Thanks
Of course, giving thanks is an integral part of Thanksgiving. We know Thanksgiving Day is coming soon, but it will be over soon. However, we can give thanks all year, even as chronically ill people. How? Our lives are hard and disappointing. Let’s focus on what we still have, not what we’ve lost. Today, let’s […]
Continue readingTime to Be an Expert on the Seasons
This is our last regularly scheduled Hodgepodge post. So, I’ll leave you with a crossword puzzle, which includes clues for each season. See how expert you are figuring out these clues.It’s July–summer where I live. However, it could be winter where you are. I wanted something for everyone, so I was unwilling to choose between […]
Continue readingKnow Much about Summer Activities and July 4th?
Let’s take a break from the serious stuff life throws us and think about celebrating history—the US 4th of July. My apologies to our international readers who may be unfamiliar with this holiday. You will find summer activities that many readers from other parts of the world enjoy. Then, we’ll review information from the one […]
Continue readingFun? Hobbies? Me? You Have to Be Kidding!
No, I’m not kidding you. Hobbies for invisibly disabled people add productivity to our lives. They fill our seemingly endless amounts of useless time—hours we must rest and cannot do anything else. Enjoyment results from hobbies while improving our mental health. My Experiences In the early years, I designed and created crafting projects. I could […]
Continue readingExciting time! Graduation is coming!
Today, we look at a brief history of graduation ceremonies in a fun way. Read fun historical facts. Take a poll. Share your pictures and see them next month. I am happy that you chose to visit Navigating the Storms today! Joe and I have seven grandchildren. We have attended one college, four high school, […]
Continue readingTime Off – A Sad/Happy Time
This has been one crazy, busy week—well, two weeks. We were preparing for our sad/happy trip when we had a major plumbing problem. Unable to get it fixed before we left, we suffered three days with no water (except for a couple minutes at a time, 2-3 times a day). Then we left for our […]
Continue readingHope These Quotes Brighten Your Life Today
Today’s quotes concern the varied aspects of our lives as chronically ill and invisibly disabled people. Some may elicit a chuckle. Others might challenge us. I hope they encourage you and brighten your day with joy. Invisible Disabilities “Invisible disabilities may rent my body, but they don’t own me!” @rowanmaya(on Twitter) “There’s a cultural misperception […]
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