I could not count the times during the average day when something would come up that I needed to tell him. This impulse did not end with his death. What ended was the possibility of response.
Joan Didion
Wednesday, 25 March 2026
Take care of your body. It's the only place you have to live
SK
Humour
Firstly, THANK YOU EVERYONE for your concern. I'm ok, but quite shaken up, but I'll be ok. For those of you who don't know what happened, I was robbed this afternoon in broad daylight at the petrol station. I got myself together after it happened, my hands were still shaking, I was dizzy and I was probably in shock. My money was gone. I called the police, they were fantastic and called for an ambulance as my blood pressure was through the roof. The police asked me if I knew who did it, and I told them: “Yes, it was pump number 4!
JC
There isn’t a recorded quote from Jesus Christ that says exactly “I do know Him.”
But there are similar ideas in his teachings, especially about knowing God. For example:
- “I know him, because I am from him and he sent me.” (John 7:29)
- “I know my sheep and my sheep know me.” (John 10:14)
Those lines reflect a close, personal relationship—knowing and being known—which might be close to what you’re thinking of.
If you had a specific verse or wording in mind, tell me anything you remember and I can help track it down more precisely.
CWH C1083270
A
The handwritten note appears to list known conditions:
Cornelia de Lange syndrome
Epilepsy
PEG fed (feeding tube)
Small Patent ductus arteriosus (PDA)
Syringomyelia
Clinical picture you gave
9-year-old girl
Right foot pain
Difficult (refractory) epilepsy
Repetitive yawning
Key interpretation
1. Repetitive yawning + epilepsy
This is important: repetitive yawning can be a seizure manifestation, especially in focal seizures (often temporal lobe or brainstem-related).
It may represent:
A seizure aura
Autonomic seizure activity
Or part of a non-convulsive seizure
👉 In a child with difficult epilepsy, this should be treated as possible ongoing seizure activity until proven otherwise.
2. Right foot pain
Given the background, consider:
Neuropathic pain from Syringomyelia
Musculoskeletal issue (less likely if chronic/neurologic signs present)
Focal seizure-related sensory symptoms (rare but possible)
3. Big picture concern
This combination raises concern for:
Poorly controlled focal epilepsy with atypical features
Possible neurological progression (given syringomyelia history)
Need to rule out non-convulsive status epilepticus
What should be done urgently
EEG (ideally video EEG) → check if yawning = seizure activity
Neurology review (urgent if frequent yawning episodes)
Consider MRI brain/spine if new symptoms (foot pain progression)
Review anti-epileptic medications and compliance
Red flags 🚨
Seek urgent care if:
Yawning episodes are frequent or clustered
Altered awareness or unresponsiveness
New weakness, gait change, or worsening pain
If you want, I can help you figure out whether the yawning episodes you’re seeing are likely seizures (you can describe exactly what happens step by step).
Tuesday, 24 March 2026
FLOWR
A
According to this teaching, there is nothing you need to become.
There is nowhere you need to go.
There is nothing you need to accomplish. There is nothing for you to realize. There is no project for you to realize. You are already what you wish to become. When we ask a rose or an orchid, ‘Why are you here? What is your purpose?’ The flower might answer, ‘I am here to make life more beautiful. I am here to bring you joy.’ But the flower could also answer, ‘I am simply here.’ I am here just to be here. To be is already enough.”
B BE STILL AND HEAL
B
Here are 3 clear points from Sister Chan Duc’s meditation:
Self-compassion and kindness
The practice begins by turning care inward—recognizing your own worth and offering yourself compassion instead of criticism.Letting go of worries
Through mindful breathing, you consciously release stress, anxiety, and mental clutter.Present-moment peace
By focusing on the breath, you anchor yourself in the present, cultivating calmness and inner peace.
P ENEMA EFFECTS
A
The likelihood of having a bowel movement after an enema follows a very predictable timeline, though it depends slightly on the type of enema used (e.g., saline, phosphate, or oil retention).
Here is the typical breakdown of what to expect in the hours following the procedure:
1. The "Immediate" Window (0–30 Minutes)
This is when the vast majority of "stooling" occurs.
Saline/Phosphate Enemas (e.g., Fleet): These typically produce a bowel movement within 2 to 5 minutes. The high salt concentration draws water into the colon, creating rapid pressure.
Likelihood: 90% of patients will have their primary evacuation during this window. It is often intense and may require multiple trips to the bathroom within the first half-hour.
2. The "Residual" Window (1–4 Hours)
It is very common to have "leaking" or smaller subsequent bowel movements during this period.
The "Clear Out": As the liquid travels further up the descending colon, it may dislodge stool that wasn't reached by the initial burst.
Oil Retention Enemas: If you used an oil-based enema to soften hard stool, the "urge" may not happen for 30 to 60 minutes, with the peak likelihood of stooling occurring between 1 and 3 hours after administration.
Likelihood: Moderate. You should stay near a toilet for at least 2–3 hours post-enema.
3. Beyond 4 Hours
By this point, the liquid from the enema has usually been either expelled or absorbed by the body.
Likelihood: Low. If you haven't had a significant bowel movement within 4 to 6 hours, the enema may have been "retained" (absorbed) or there may be a more significant blockage (impaction) that requires medical attention.
Side Note: If you experience severe bloating, abdominal pain, or a total lack of output after 6 hours, you should contact a healthcare provider.
Summary Table: Expected Results
| Time Elapsed | Likelihood of Stooling | Activity Level |
| 0–15 Mins | Very High | Stay on/near toilet |
| 15–60 Mins | High | Expect "waves" of urgency |
| 1–4 Hours | Moderate | Possible residual leaking |
| 4+ Hours | Very Low | Effect has likely passed |
Would you like me to find information on what to do if the enema doesn't produce a bowel movement within the first hour?
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