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The first quarantine project - a pantry cupboard with a microwave. The shelves pull out. It’s been years since we’ve had a microwave.

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Boston cream pie for Father’s Day,

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And our other show opening on May 15th is Ed Mironiuk’s Felt Cute! He’s back and his creations are better than ever. His felt one of a kind sculptures will release at noon PT on the 15th, so stay tuned for more previews and info...

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I love these.

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My Woobie got me an Apple Watch. This was one of those things I might want but would never buy for myself. It even tracks steps on a treadmill. I assume it ticks your arm moving. Not gonna lie, I like it.

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My daughter came by yesterday with Easter candy! We stayed on the front porch 6 feet apart. That’s the first I’ve seen her in weeks. Stay safe, my friends.

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No no no no no. Not John Prine. No no no no no.

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Trump Has Stake In Hydroxychloroquine Drugmaker: Report

The president has repeatedly touted the anti-malaria drug as a coronavirus treatment despite a lack of medical evidence.

Because, of course he does.  

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FFS! Really? Can this asshole be any worse even if he tried? Probably not because everything he tries to do fails.

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Shocked, I tell you. I am slicked. Insert surprised pikachu face here.

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It’s just beautiful out. I’ve been cleared to do some exercise so I walked 5 miles. Heading out to get Tested for Lyme disease. I was bit by a tick about a week before my symptoms started. I’ve been tested for it before but I asked my PCP to run as many of them as she could. I know there are a few. I have a tres chic winter scarf I will use to ward off the nasty virus as I head out into public.

I talked to my ALS neurologist this morning. Well, I tried to talk. My voice is so bad. Even my husband can’t understand me now. But there’s an app for that. Several in fact. Anyway, he’s encouraged that while my voice is getting worse there has been no progression to my arms, legs or back. Which is good because it helps me maintain my denial.

Here’s the real bitch of it. I finally got down to 136 pounds, my “fighting weight”. But I’m now eating like it’s my last meal so I’m back up 10 pounds. Uhhhhhhhhh. Sigh.

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Here’s a close up of a brand new painting from Dave Pollot and his new pop culture thrift shop collection debuting online TOMORROW! We had planned an opening reception, but now because of state mandate, we will be offering the work exclusively online for shipping. There will be no in-gallery pick up option. The originals and prints will go online tomorrow at Noon PT at gallery1988.com

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Thanks you guys. I really appreciate your kindness. @zerocarb asked why I think I might not have ALS.

First and foremost, denial is a pretty strong emotion. But there are a few other reasons. The ALS doctor said I had significant weakness on my left side. Two other neurologists did not detect any. I had an EMG right after the diagnosis. It was normal and did not support the diagnosis. My symptoms started last July with difficulty swallowing, then speech problems. While my speech has gotten worse the disease has not spread. It’s been 9 months. And, other than speak and eat, I can still do everything I did before this all started.

I’m going to get a second opinion at UMass. But no ones going to see me until the COVID-19 curve flattens. I’m learning new levels of patience here.

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I’ve started and deleted this so many times. I’m just going to come out and say it. I’ve been diagnosed with ALS. You know that ice bucket challenge? Yeah, that was for the disease I may have. The doctor thinks I do. But I’m not so sure. I’m supposed to have a bunch of tests but they’re all on hold due to the lockdown. I’m trying to keep my shit together. I’m not so much afraid of dying. I mean, it’s going to happen to everyone sooner or later. It’s the way you live with this disease. It’s not pretty. I have visions of being wheeled around like Hannibal Lecter.

Anyhow, I’ve finally started telling people outside of my IRL family. So I’m telling you guys.

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I really wanted cheesecake. I bought this but ewwwww. I had to scrape the thick strawberry goo right off. I ate it though. 😄. If I dare to go out to the stores again I’ll get the ingredients to make one.

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I’m a master of social distancing but this is a lot even for me. I’ve been absent dealing with health issues. I don’t feel sick. But I guess I am. The prognosis isn’t great. So I may be back here posting because it’s therapeutic.

Missed you guys and I’ll try not to be a bummer. 💕

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Hope everyone is staying strong and safe out there! This storm will pass

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Don’t forget pharmacy staff. They face sick grumpy people every day and are working with fewer people as coworkers get sick or have to stay home with children. The team at my local pharmacy have been working 10-12 hour shifts for days without a break.

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New Billy on the Street with Captain America himself, Chris Evans!!! Link in profile for the full video or watch on my IG TV! https://www.instagram.com/p/B4ijeCbAMZP/?igshid=1vfxv6f65b6tz

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Apple turnovers! OMG so easy and delicious. I’ve finally used up all the apples we picked.

I meant to post pictures from my painting diversion. I did more than I planned. Most of the downstairs has a fresh coat. I got carried away. 😁

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Day 2 continues...

We got into New Hampshire, and about 10 minutes in, I hear snoring beside me.

He slept pretty much straight through NH. Woke up just before we got into Maine. First stop...Nubble Light.

I think my kid was smitten...not only with the light, but with the waves crashing on the boulders all around.

He even took a nice photo with his mom.

(Btw....he was totally living up to that shirt this morning. ) Anyhoo....racing the sun to get over to a fort that has beautiful views of several lighthouses, but Google Bitch once again sent me the wrong way. But, the views were still nice.

The sun set, and then the first order of events was food. When in Maine...

Lobster roll!! Oh, it was good. Not as good as my first one, but so good. Now we are tucked into our hotel in Kittery.

This has been such a special trip. My kid is so jaded, to hear him oohing and aahing over everything has been sweet. Tomorrow, new adventures for both of us. Should be exciting.

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Have a wicked pissah time!