Eternal Hippies A Year Homemade and Beyond

Last Saturday I woke up to a terrible pain in the left big toe. It got worse as the day went on so that by 2pm I couldn't walk on it at all. Thinking it was  just my neuropathy, we went to a new CBD dispensary to get some cream to rub on it. It helped a little, but putting the foot up and applying cold packs helped more. Here is a little video I did that Saturday. The next day my toe felt a little better, but I still couldn't walk around much. Monday morning I called and got a doctor's appointment. I found out that I have gout. He prescribed some medicine and put me on bed rest for two days. By Thursday, I was able to put on shoes and go to work. In doing some research, I found out that gout can be a side effect of chemo. Chemotherapy is the gift that just keeps on giving....UGH! Peace to you!

Next to living at the campground, reliving it is very calming. Even the rough parts are smoothed over by romanticizing. Thursday-  Campsite 32-Just pulled in and looking where to set up the tent and shelter. Fairly level campsite. Pine tree canopy. Fire ring off to the side, near where we parked the van.    We moved the picnic table to where we wanted it and Joe used it to help set up the shelter. It only takes us about 10 minutes to erect the tent, takes longer to make it homey. Tent with rainfly on and twinkle lights. Joe is so clever! He used clothespins to hang both the lights on the tent and the tarp onto the shelter. After dark, the bra comes off and the campfire burns! Now that's comfort!!!! Later in the evening, Joe makes hot tea and we enjoy s'mores. The graham crackers are organic, but not the marshmallows or the chocolate. Shame! But it was a treat for being good campers! LOL Friday- We start...