Articles » December, 2005

We all know that eating dark green leafy vegetables is good for us, but how often do you venture beyond salads or bland boiled spinach? There are plenty of exciting options out there, and one of my favorites is kale. You'll love this easy, healthy recipe: Kale, Sausage and White Bean Soup

Posted: 12/29/2005 in The Kitchen

Hi y'all! The Editrix here to assure you that the recent quiet phase over here at ChronicBabe HQ is not bad news - we've just been enjoying a well-earned holiday break. But we're back at it now, and have a ton of new goodies in the pipeline: an e-newsletter starting up in a couple weeks which will offer unique stories and opportunities to connect with some of our favorite people, places and things; a series of e-books on planning chronically cool parties, making the most of every day (even the worst ones), and steps to follow to build your support team; more columns on cooking, sex and crafts (is there anything else, really?); regular features on other young women writing great stuff on the Chronic life...and so much more!

Posted: 12/28/2005 in Announcements

Here's the second edition of LadyBloggers, where we profile a ChronicBabe who's doing superior writing. There are so many great web sites out there created by, and for, ChronicBabes. But sometimes it can be hard to find them! LadyBloggers is a way to connect you with some of our favorite resources, and offer a peek at why and how these women are sharing their voice in the community. And maybe we'll spark some creativity in you, too! If you want us to profile your web site, let us know and we'll consider your project. And now, without futher ado, we bring you: MooglesThoughts, created by Tracy Young.

Posted: 12/15/2005 in Cool Tools  |  Also posted in: Inspiration

Welcome to the ChronicBabe edition of the Carnival of Compassion. We're following in the footsteps of some great editions of the Carnival, so we have really hunted for some extra-cool resources for you.

Posted: 12/11/2005 in Cool Tools

There are so many great web sites out there created by, and for, ChronicBabes. But sometimes it can be hard to find them! That's why we're starting a new weekly feature: LadyBloggers. Each week, we'll profile a ChronicBabe who's doing superior writing. It's a way to connect you with some of our favorite resources, and offer a peek at why and how these women are sharing their voice in the community. And maybe we'll spark some creativity in you, too! If you want us to profile your web site, let us know and we'll consider your project. And now, without futher ado, we bring you: DiabetesMine.com, created by Amy Tenderich.

Posted: 12/7/2005 in Cool Tools  |  Also posted in: Inspiration

It's that time again: The Holiday Season, when you're supposed to feel joyous, thankful and happy to celebrate with family and friends. It's a lovely idea. But people who work and live with chronic illness more often than not approach this time with mixed feelings, if not dread. Here are some tips for thriving this holiday season.

Posted: 12/6/2005 in Coping  |  Also posted in: Relationships