• Home
  • About Nancy
  • Contact
  • Etsy Shop
  • Gallery
    • Altered Boxes
    • Altered Canvas
    • Boîte et Petit Livret Vintage
    • Fabric Collage
    • Fabric Books
    • Gothic Arches
    • Hilda Conkling Poetry Book
    • Mini Albums
    • Scrapbook Layouts
  • Publications
    • Bloglovin
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • YouTube

Sugar Lump Studios

Art by Nancy Maxwell James

{Hello June}

June 1, 2015

hellojune

Hello and Happy June! I am still here and cannot believe it has been nearly a month since my last post. My goal for June? Be more consistent with writing and posting again. I think about it daily, but I have been a bad procrastinator.

I will be starting Physical Therapy again tomorrow. This time working on my rotator cuff which has been a problem since the stroke happened. I am hoping my favorite therapist can work her mojo on it, as this effects the deficit I already have in my right hand/arm making it difficult to work on anything for long amounts of time.

On a happy note…these are a few things that have been accomplished this past month (always need to look for something good)

My sister, Leslie signed me up to become a Young and Healthy Essential Oils Independent Distributor. I am very excited about this as I have used many of the oils in my healing recovery from the stroke (especially on my right foot). There is lots of reading and learning to do…and I still struggle with retaining things at times. So little bits.

youngandhealthy

I reached one of my goals on the path I try to walk on last week. I got to the bridge portion of the Lakeland trail that overlooks the Huron River. It exhausts me for the day, but I was so happy to finally reach the river and walk on to the bridge. I also have been trying to walk this without my cane.

lakelandtrail

My son Ian, his lovely girlfriend Anne, and my grandpup Kane joined me on my second time reaching the bridge. I know these seem like such small things, but for me right now they are huge. I never knew (still don’t) how hard recovering from this would be. Learning to walk and use my right side. Dealing with the days when my body wants to act “drunk” and not cooperate is very frustrating. Still trying to “rest” when I tire (easier said then done) and take things day by day. I am oh so very fortunate being a survivor, but I do have pity parties from time to time. My sister told me I am allowed 20 minutes a day if I need to have a melt down, and then pick myself up again and tackle the world. I don’t need that every day, but it isn’t easy I will not lie.

IMG_20150525_154828716

path

everyone

I’m looking forward to getting more on track, and hopefully creating more art once again.
Happy Monday and Happy June! xoxoxoxoxo

Filed in: stroke recovery • by Sugar Lump Studios • 8 Comments

About Sugar Lump Studios

I am a dabbler. I love to create using all sorts of mediums...pattern papers, stamping, fabric, assemblage, collage, altered art, a never ending smattering of whatever strikes my fancy in whimsical moments. I find creating allows my soul to be fulfilled and love to spend hours in the studio.

Comments

  1. Linda K

    June 1, 2015 at 6:11 pm

    Dear Nancy I think of you so often-and how happy I am to see a post from you! ( I know, you’re probably on FB more often, but I just don’t get there much). I have always been a believer of the essential oils so good for you to be embarking on something that gives meaning to you too. Hooray for you for all the accomplishments you keep ticking off. Of course, there will be off or bad times but you are dealing with it all with not only courage and determination, but also with grace. Much love, Linda

    Reply
  2. paper profusion

    June 1, 2015 at 6:46 pm

    Happy June right back to you Nancy! You are making incredible strides (in every sense of the phrase). During those very understandably ‘down’ times, look at how far you have come. Sending you every good wish that you will continue to surpass even more objectives. May June be a great month for you. Nicola x

    Reply
  3. sherry

    June 1, 2015 at 8:01 pm

    June JOY and very happy to see you are continuing your progress. What a lovely walk to the bridge…I love bridges. Sweet of your son and girlfriend and granddog to walk with you. Blessings Dear…

    Reply
  4. Julia - Vintage with Laces

    June 2, 2015 at 1:13 am

    I hope the therapy will help a lot, Nancy. It must be very hard when you like to do something and your body resists. It takes time and patience. I remember when my Dad had a stroke. Wishing you all the best and some progress soon.
    Hugs,
    Julia

    Reply
  5. Deb ~ Paxton Valley Folk Art

    June 2, 2015 at 2:46 am

    Wonderful to hear from you again Nancy, happy June to you too! I don’t think anyone can begin to imagine what you have gone through and continue to live with every day, even others who have had a stroke cannot know your struggles since everyone is affected so differently by this devastating disease. Continuing to send you healing energy and strength and wishing you much success with your new essential oils endeavor. Hugs, Deb

    Reply
  6. Sylvia/LittleTreasures

    June 2, 2015 at 10:17 am

    Happy June to You. Lets hope there is lots of SUNSHINE. It is so good to have you share a post. Writing / Journaling/ Blogging is all a great way to relief stress, share happy and stressful times. . You’ve made a LOT of progress, it is hard work, it is a slow process, but you cannot give up and your new adventure will be fun for you. Lovely photos you have shared. Wishing you the very best.

    Reply
  7. Dorthe

    June 2, 2015 at 11:26 am

    My dear Nancy,
    I can not try to understand and to know how you are feeling and how very difficult your life ,naturally is after your stroke. I don`t know your struggles, in your daily life, and your depressed mood sometimes. I myself am treated for a depression just now, and happily the medication helps me a lot, so that part of your day, I know how feels, and how difficult, it is to pick up oneselves, to meet people, to try being a good partner, and look like the world smiles to you. It is so very difficult, and you having your physical problems also, must give pity parties, I believe they are part of the healing ,also.
    The new road, with the essential oils, is a wonderful thing to start, Nancy, your own interest in the products will help you, sell good!!
    You are a great fighter, and have come very far , I`m so happy for that, and that you reaches new goals all the time.
    Love and hugs, Dorthe

    Reply
  8. Sue

    June 4, 2015 at 2:55 pm

    Hi Nancy. I somehow managed to miss this post, but it’s so good hearing your updates. You are such an inspiration to us all. Keep up your positive attitude and I know that you will make a full recovery. Love and hugs, Sue

    Reply

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

Categories

Tags

12 Days of Whimsy 14 heARTS altered books altered box altered canvas altered dresses art journal assemblage banner bunting cabinet cards cards Christmas cigar box collage fabric book fabric collage fabric cone festoon gothic arch gothic arches Halloween heritage jewelry journal journals just because military mixed media online classes paper collage Paper Whimsy publications sewing shabby shrine simply neutrals tuesday stroke stroke recovery studio tags travelers notebook tutorials Valentine's Day Very Vintage Christmas

Archives

What do you know about stroke? Stroke strikes fast. You should too. Call 911. Know Stroke... A program of The National Institutes of Health.
Betty Keefe
Dorthe Hansen
Gaby Bee
Julia
Karen O.
Marie S.
Nicola
Penne K.
Rein Tijskens
Robyn
Sue Gregory
Suzi Q.
Sylvia Cink Hildman
Tammy S. Asad
Wen Sylvestre
Privacy & Cookies: This site uses cookies. By continuing to use this website, you agree to their use.
To find out more, including how to control cookies, see here: Cookie Policy

Pinterest

Copyright ©2006-2020 by Nancy Maxwell James. Artwork, photography and designs may not be reproduced without written permission.
This policy is valid from 10 August 2013 This blog is a personal blog written and edited by me. For questions about this blog, please contact sugarlumpstudios.com.This blog accepts forms of cash advertising, sponsorship, paid insertions or other forms of compensation. http://www.disclosurepolicy.org
also our privacy policy:http://sugarlumpstudios.com/privacy-policy/

Copyright © 2021 · Theme by Blog Pixie

Copyright © 2021 · Coffee & Sundays Theme on Genesis Framework · WordPress · Log in

Please wait...

Subscribe to Sugar Lump Studios!

Want to be notified when I have new posts published? Enter your email address and name below to be the first to know.
SIGN UP FOR BLOG POST NOTIFICATION