Hello Everyone!
As we all know, today is March 26th.
A very important day for me indeed! It is PURPLE DAY!
Purple day is to increase awareness about epilepsy and seizure disorders worldwide!
Epilepsy affects over 50 million people worldwide or approximately 1 in 100 people. That's more than multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy and Parkinson's disease combined.
Dozens and dozens of countries all across the world join together to participate in this event, to help those suffering from this illness!
I have epilepsy. I suffer seizures anywhere from 5-6 each month which is relatively good considering what I used to. That was almost a daily number for me.
I am not embarrassed to talk about my seizures, nor offer advice to those that have the illness.
There's just so many misconceptions about epilepsy.
My medications are wide and harsh and often can knock out an elephant but somehow I manage to pick myself up and get out to enjoy the world.
Some days, it's not easy.
With Purple Day, it's an exciting event/day so that we can learn about Epilepsy! Those that have it are just normal people trying to survive in life just like you and also Purple day will help you teach you what to do if you do come across someone having a seizure.
Please support it today by wearing purple, be it a shirt, or even as small a pin. Let everyone know what it is for!!
Now my blog might be a little sporadic with photos as I am going through a very difficult time with a seizure episode. The last few months have been up and down but this post was very important to put in. Hopefully when the right medications are connected, I will be posting regularly again.
Thank you All! ♥♥♥♥♥
~MJ~
Here are some links regarding Purple Day:
My Previous Blog Purple Day POST
PURPLE DAY
Epilepsy Foundation
12 Mountain Climbers:
Hello dear Michele on Purple Day!
We continue to hold you in our hearts, with or without frequent posts.
Lots of shalom to you.
Thanks for the reminder.Be well and know that you are loved.
I hope you (and we) see lots of purple today. Thanks for the reminder, and please know that you are in our prayers.
Your photo is very appropriate for today.
Michele,I am wearing my purple bracelet and will be thinking of you today!
I didn't even realize it was purple day but I'm already wearing purple. : )
This is amazing! I just saw your comment and came for a visit. Michele, I happen to be wearing purple right now. I must be catching your wavelength.
Hi Michele! I often am reminded of Purple Day! I hope it's a good day for you! Last week I met a fellow country woman of yours. She is also a blogger. We met near the windmills and sat outside the little souvenir and covffee shop ,for the weather was very nice and sunny. She knows Kay from Hawaii too. Her name is also Kay and she lives in Alberta.
Michele take care.
My thoughts and prayers were with you on Purple Day!
An Arkies Musings
A wonderful cause and post, Michelle. So sorry you have had your socks knocked off lately with your seizures...take care and post your gorgeous photos whenever you can. We will wait.
I wish you good health and happiness while also thanking you for some very splendid pictures that the eye can see!
Hi Michelle :) I am happy to see your pictures were still being shot and posted, take your time (I sure did lol) and we'll see you back when all is well. xoxo
Claudia
I indedd suffer from seizures as well. I haven't have on in 8yrs. My anniversary is end of this month. Knocking on woods. When growing up, I have two or three a year until my teens. I have one every year into my mid-twenties. That when it gap out into 2or4 yrs top. I am sure you will find the right meds for you soon.
I enjoyed looking at your photos. Take care and have a blessed week.
PS I am not afraid to talk about my illness either.:)
Nancy
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