Despite the otherwise generous nature of our home planet she has very little give, especially when you are testing that give with the back of your head having encountered black ice on your walk home.
Did you know a concussion is a lot like being way too drunk? I now do. I had the “Why did I drink THAT many margaritas?” spins for three days. Now I just have the “Am I really feeling the Earth move?” dizzies.
Totally a word, dizzies. Promise.
Don’t believe me though, I’m concussed. My brain is compromised.
Where was I?… Oh right, don’t hit the Earth with your head. Or anything really, don’t hit the Earth. Why would you do that? It’s mean! The Earth was just trying to help!
Damn it. I did it again.
Boy I hope my holiday Amazon Handmade listings aren’t this … creative.
A little reminder to help me get through each day.
I find myself playing with them all day long. They are just about perfect for reminding me to be gentle with myself and others as I deal with chronic pain, disability, and life.
In a plug of shameless self promotion, I am selling them. You can see them on my Amazon Handmade page if you would like a set for yourself. The come with a simply black cord.
Three Simple Spoons for Three Simple Rules. Be kind. Be patient. Be forgiving. Especially with yourself.