posted by Abigail at
9:32 PM
My husband and I both have chronic health problems that have put us in debt, both because of doctor bills and from a reduced ability to work. We've moved to Phoenix, which has helped some of my husband's conditions. But it will be awhile before we can truly be out of debt.
I write this blog because not everyone frivolously consumed his way into debt. Not everyone can be, as I like to say, the Martha Stewart of frugality.
I try to use my blog to explore frugality in an imperfect world, because I think that's a lot more realistic. Even people without chronic health problems can have life overrun their best frugal intentions.
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Hi Abby,
What about earning monthly residual income and regaining your health?
I'm only a stranger once!
Roy
August 25, 2008 at 4:08 AM
I'm afraid I don't quite get your point on "monthly residual income."
Residual income from what?
Regaining my health is a relative term. It's been just over 10 years since I got out of the hospital. I'm on a medicine that helps give me a small boost (which is to say I don't have to take naps in the middle of every day and can actually feel alert most mornings).
Beyond that, I work with a trainer once a week who has expertise with people who have special needs.
Otherwise, it's just a matter of trying to make sure I sleep enough, try to eat relatively healthily and take walks.
The fatigue will always be with me. I tried fighting against that fact many times and ended up pushing so hard that I would barely leave the house for a week or more. After prolonged pushing, it can be really unpleasant: I spent a month sleeping 10-12 hours a day and still needed a nap each afternoon. Boring AND frustrating
I think the best plan for me is to figure out my abilities and work within them. O
August 25, 2008 at 10:29 AM
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