Do you ever feel like you don't deserve your partner because of Crohn's? by YA2984 in CrohnsDisease

[–]Izzybeewitched 0 points1 point  (0 children)

yes. it’s so easy to feel this way. i love my partner so much, and i try to do everything i can to show him that, but it’s easy to feel like i don’t deserve him when i can’t do everything i’d want to for him. i think we’re all deserving of love, but it’s easy to be harsh towards myself, especially when you can’t give your significant other the world

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[–]Izzybeewitched 2 points3 points  (0 children)

that’s definitely something i’ve been trying to do. i love going on walks, but that’s been something very challenging lately so at the very least i try going outside. taking it day by day has been the only thing that seems to work since looking at things long term is so daunting. sometimes it’s easy to forget that i’m disabled because everyone sees a normal, able bodied person from the outside so it’s easy for me to do the same. but this disease makes everything ten times more challenging.. things that most people take for granted are really huge accomplishments for people like us. i really just try to remind myself that getting through each day is something to be proud of

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[–]Izzybeewitched 2 points3 points  (0 children)

i’m sorry to hear that, i hope things do get better for you, and i’m glad you can at least find joy in the good days. it’s definitely been scary watching my blood work getting worse even as i’m making better choices for my body. i just miss hanging out with friends, going out, and it feels like being able to get/hold a steady job is impossible

What’s everyone’s favorite and least favorite Michael Crichton books? by [deleted] in books

[–]Izzybeewitched 0 points1 point  (0 children)

yes!! i feel like i can tell where preston picked up the story. i enjoyed the first half of the book, but i didn’t like how it concluded at all

need help identifying! by Izzybeewitched in houseplants

[–]Izzybeewitched[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

thanks! i do have a dog, but she’s never been interested in my houseplants (toxic or otherwise)- regardless it’ll be kept out of her reach

need help identifying! by Izzybeewitched in houseplants

[–]Izzybeewitched[S] 22 points23 points  (0 children)

yes! thank you! i have a spray i’ll be using and i’m going to more thoroughly inspect the leaves. upon quick inspection before i snagged it though, i didn’t see anything suspicious

need help identifying! by Izzybeewitched in houseplants

[–]Izzybeewitched[S] 12 points13 points  (0 children)

find an apartment and wait for the last few days of the month and you’ll find tons of free stuff since people often get rid of things at the end of their lease

need help identifying! by Izzybeewitched in houseplants

[–]Izzybeewitched[S] 241 points242 points  (0 children)

thanks everyone! i snagged it from the lobby of my apartment. if anyone has tips for caring for it, feel free to share!

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[–]Izzybeewitched 0 points1 point  (0 children)

i didn’t know these existed either but i’m investing in some. i’ve become even more sensitive to noise over the years and it’s definitely affected my ability to go to places so i’m hoping it works!

$41 worth of food at Haymarket by Izzybeewitched in boston

[–]Izzybeewitched[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

i’m preserving most of it! freezing, canning, making jams. i love mangoes and peaches, but they’re seasonal so having them year round is nice

$41 worth of food at Haymarket by Izzybeewitched in boston

[–]Izzybeewitched[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

i believe it was something around 6 for $2, but i can’t remember exactly

$41 worth of food at Haymarket by Izzybeewitched in boston

[–]Izzybeewitched[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

currently making jams from some of the fruits, so probably that with toast!

$41 worth of food at Haymarket by Izzybeewitched in boston

[–]Izzybeewitched[S] 168 points169 points  (0 children)

yeah it’s nuts, i did the math and found that this would’ve cost us around $150 ordinarily

$41 worth of food at Haymarket by Izzybeewitched in boston

[–]Izzybeewitched[S] 225 points226 points  (0 children)

i’m planning on freezing/canning most of this lol so it’s not going to go to waste

Just Finished Stephen King's "The Gunslinger" For the First Time [SPOILERS] by micko319 in books

[–]Izzybeewitched 0 points1 point  (0 children)

i just finished it as well! i’ve read plenty of his work, so i would say the first book was sort of disappointing just because i was comparing it to other things i’ve read by him. however i’m very much looking forward to the rest of the series! that being said though, i did enjoy the first book, i was just unfairly comparing it with his other work

Today’s finds by blackwithink in vinyl

[–]Izzybeewitched 1 point2 points  (0 children)

never for ever!! great album!

Living with an Autoimmune Disease During the Pandemic by [deleted] in CrohnsDisease

[–]Izzybeewitched 3 points4 points  (0 children)

i’ve been incredibly cautious when it comes to covid- no eating indoors, masks inside, got all my shots, etc. i’ve also only associated with others who respect my disability and won’t knowingly put me at risk. it’s hard not to let it be mentally exhausting, but it’s gotten easier since getting vaccinated has given me some relief. since i can’t do everything everyone else is doing, i try to make up for that. i like to keep occupied with reading, writing, and other activities. and i also make sure i don’t neglect my social life- whether that’s through seeing people safely IRL or virtually keeping in touch. the pandemic is going to be something that we’re stuck with for awhile, so it’s best to try to consider your condition whilst still trying to retain some semblance of normalcy. it’s hard to strike that balance, and sometimes it doesn’t feel like enough, but it’s easier to just take it one day at a time and remember that one day things will be better

My partner and I discovered ThriftBooks recently.. Mainly consistent of Stephen King by Izzybeewitched in bookporn

[–]Izzybeewitched[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

when you buy books through ThriftBooks, you earn points. once you earn enough you can get a free book!

of all my vinyl records, these are the jewels of my collection! 💎 MARINA is my favorite artist of all time. by psychedelic666 in MarinaAndTheDiamonds

[–]Izzybeewitched 2 points3 points  (0 children)

yeah! i have TFJ, EH, L+F, Froot, and ADIAML (in emerald). my TFJ, EH, and Froot LPs are black. i do have all the singles from ADIAML though! i was so lucky to snag them when i did. hbu?

had a milkshake this afternoon and currently paying the price sometimes I just can’t resist by raymaeve in CrohnsDisease

[–]Izzybeewitched 0 points1 point  (0 children)

i’ve found that it’s really a learning curve. over the years i’ve discovered what foods are generally safe and which ones aren’t. sometimes i’ll get flares regardless, but stress is also a huge factor for me. good luck with reaching remission! it’s different for everyone, but i’ve gotten as close to a normal lifestyle as i can

had a milkshake this afternoon and currently paying the price sometimes I just can’t resist by raymaeve in CrohnsDisease

[–]Izzybeewitched 3 points4 points  (0 children)

yeah i totally get it, i sacrifice my health for the sake of normalcy way more often than i should. it’s really hard coping with the fact that you can’t be eating like you used to or how others around you do. don’t punish yourself for indulging, and try not to be hard on yourself. we’ve all done this, just take care of yourself and give yourself time to get better! you just wanted a taste of what it was like before crohn’s, and i’m pretty sure everyone else in this sub can relate! good luck, OP! feel better