Crohn's Disease Through Art

One mans experience with IBD through his Art.....awesome


"Canterbury photographer Sam Sword illustrates his journey with IBD through his art.

Follow Sam's story as he talks us through the emotions and thoughts behind each photograph.

This powerful exhibition was launched at Parliament on 2 July 2013."


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Crohnie Quote Of The Day

When talking with someone, either on the phone or in person, and you tell them that you have to go because you need to go to the washroom......it's not "code" for 'please, keep talking'




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Crohns Blogs

A big "Thank you" shout out to Healthline.com for voting this blog as one of the 12 Best Crohns Disease Blogs of The Year for 2014. 


"Vern is a self-described "Crohnie" whose blog, Leaving the Seat Down, is frequently updated and also frequently entertaining. If you’re Crohnie-curious, his "You Might Be A Crohnie" section is a must-read. Like much of the rest of the blog, it’s also very funny.
Vern's ability to continue rocking with whatever Crohn's rolls his way is truly inspirational. He started painting in 2010 as a form of art therapy, and you can enjoy many of his paintings on the site."


I am once again, humbled and honored to be selected amongst my fellow Crohns bloggers.
I'm glad to be able to help, as we all need it.


Thanks Healthline !!

You Might Be A Crohnie...

If after going to the bathroom, you come out, exhausted and out of breath like you just ran a marathon
...you might be a Crohnie




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Crohnie Quote Of The Day

Scars are just tattoos with better stories


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40,000

WOW !!
Today, this blog reached, and surpassed, the 40,000 page view mark.  I never in my wildest.....well, maybe my wildest dreams....but never in a million years did I ever think it would get to this point.
Sometimes I write because I want to, sometimes because I feel I have to and sometimes just because I need a laugh and maybe that day, someone needs a laugh as well.
Whatever I can do to help, myself and others, I'll keep trying to do.


Thanks to everyone who stops by for a look. 

Funding Boost for Crohn's Research

I recently read an article in today's Vancouver Sun,
 http://www.vancouversun.com/health/Crohn+disease+hits+kids+with+family+roots+South+Asia/9741766/story.html, talking about the link between Crohn's Disease and people from South Asia.
But within this article, was a link to the GEM project (http://www.gemproject.ca/category/news/) and the announcement of a commitment of  $10 million towards Crohn's research, followed by another $4 million from fundraising. 
I would like to thank the Leona M. and Harry B. Helmsley Charitable Trust for the large donation towards the annihilation of this disease.


Thanks




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Crohnie Quote Of The Day

A Crohn's flareup is like an earthquake.....you know it's gonna happen, you just don't know when.


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New Artwork : The Bridge

Newest piece called "The Bridge"

Remicade : Day 623

Another day, another infusion.


Today I learned a few things while sitting there trying to get comfortable in the pleather Lazy Boy chair. After two hours.... Lazy Boy ain't that comfortable for one.  Second, I'm not the only one that feels tired or exhausted after the infusion, the other people there today also are tired for at least 24 hours afterwards.  Third, people are really liking my "infusion shirt" and maybe I should start selling them and put some of the money to CCFC.  I have a new one that says:  F Crohn's.....it's the shits.  And four, I didn't realize just how many people read this Blog.  A lady today told me she reads it and it kind of made me feel.....I don't know....weird sort of.  I'm glad people read it, I enjoy writing it, but I've never "met" someone that actually does, you know....it was an interesting feeling.


All in all, an interesting "Day at the Spa"


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