I spent the best part of a Sunday afternoon in the company of other women, most of whom I had never met. We were the participants in a four-session workshop on “End of Life” issues. Now I am not planning … Continue reading
Here in Orlando FL, there are zombie-like creatures wandering around Disney’s Contemporary Village with badges askew that read “CHADD Conference.” They wear the glazed look of ADHD folks who have been filled too full of information, who have talked to far too many wonderful people and bought far too many ADHD books. They are, in fact, me. Continue reading
I’m in Philadelphia PA this weekend at the ADDA Board of Directors retreat (ADDA is the largest support organization for adults with ADHD – http://add.org) and it’s pretty exciting to be involved in the “bigger picture.” There is talk of advocating for ADHD adults like us in the workplace – helping employers understand our need for relatively simple accommodations. Continue reading
We can’t get our ADD meds and we’re losing focus faster than a defective camera lens. What gives?
First, everyone (OK, doctors) convinced us that we should take meds for our ADD. So we get our prescription filled, our brains come to attention, we get things done and then … and then … no medication!!!!
Is it a conspiracy? Is it corporate manipulation? Is it ghosts on Halloween? Continue reading
I just watched a replay of 60 Minutes from earlier tonight and I am blown away by the possibilities. A new way of mapping the brain’s neural pathways? In full color? In high def? Incredible! The info on the brain scan is at the end of the story. Not that the iPad info isn’t miraculous, but the brain scan/mapping is extraordinary for the ADHD community! Continue reading
When something happens “out there,” I don’t trust my natural instincts for a response. My natural instincts have gotten me in a lot of trouble over the years. I’ve flashed back in anger. I’ve clouded up in pain. I’ve been a little too honest. The reaction from the “other side” to my honest reaction has been, shall we say, less than positive. Continue reading
The dolphins are jumping outside my window as the shrimp boat trolls the Atlantic. There are women chatting happily in the kitchen and the retreat is in full swing. What a glorious day to be alive and to be an … Continue reading
I have been exposed to a lot of life wisdom. A lot of it. And I forget it. That’s why I need constant reminders to bring the important stuff in the back of my ADD brain back up to the … Continue reading
Well, I planted my garden late (not entirely procrastination though, since I was finishing my book at the height of planting season). My squash and zucchini are late. But now that they are coming in, oh baby! I can … Continue reading
I am just about to put a small batch of homemade scones in the oven for a good friend and ADDiva MK who is convalescing from hip replacement surgery. She’s staying at GardenSpirit Guesthouse for a week or so until … Continue reading
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