🎉 Hubby’s Birthday & A Weekend of Reflection
Yesterday was my hubby’s birthday, and I’m so grateful we were able to celebrate it together. He had a good day at work and an even better evening at home, surrounded by love and comfort. We stretched the celebration across the weekend, which felt just right.
On Friday, we treated ourselves to Mary Brown’s Chicken for dinner. They were running a fundraiser—donating 50% of Batter’s Box sales to wildfire relief efforts. With government matching, every dollar became three. It felt good to contribute, even in a small way, to those affected by the devastating fires last month. I know what it’s like to lose everything due to fire. That kind of trauma leaves a mark, and starting over isn’t easy. My heart goes out to every person walking that road right now.
We mostly stayed in over the weekend. I was sore from shopping on Friday, but it was worth it—I got hubby some new clothes, including a cozy housecoat. He deserves to be spoiled, especially on his birthday. Yesterday’s dinner was his favourite: a slow-roasted beef with home fries and gravy. The price of beef has gone up, but the joy on his face made it worth every penny. It was delish!
🧭 Feeling a Bit Lost
Since returning from my trip to Alberta, I’ve felt a little adrift. The time difference—3½ hours from Newfoundland—threw me off more than I expected. And the pain… It’s been relentless.
The last couple of days in Alberta were rough. My body went numb from the intensity of it. My knees, back, neck, and hips were all screaming. The bed I slept on didn’t help—it was hard and unforgiving. I didn’t sleep much, and I was up early every day to go exploring with my siblings. I’ve been in agony since I got back.
I arrived home early last Tuesday and slept the day away. Wednesday and Thursday were for recovery. I ventured out shopping on Friday and again yesterday, but only for short bursts. Even that left me needing a couple of days to recover. I’ve been sleeping more than usual—falling asleep around 8 p.m. and sleeping in until 8 a.m. most days. That’s not like me.
It’s time to call my doctor. I need to renew some prescriptions and talk about the results of my Bone Density Scan.
🦴 Bone Density Scan Results
The scan says my 10-year fracture risk is low—less than 10%. That’s a relief. But it also notes degenerative changes in both hips, which artificially elevate bone density. There are multilevel sclerotic changes in my spine, too, which skew the numbers. No medications were recommended, just Vitamin D—800 to 2000 IU daily, and a repeat scan in five years.
I’ve lived with arthritis in nearly every joint for years, so that part isn’t new. But the pain has intensified lately, and it’s hard to ignore. I don’t have any big plans this week, just some quiet time around the house. I’m hoping a few days of rest will help ease things. Time will tell.
🌞Moving Forward
Lately, I’ve been exploring new ways to share my recovery journey from the toxic tenants who once invaded my peace. It’s not just about retelling the past—it’s about reclaiming it, piece by piece.
Whether it’s through reflections on personal growth, insights into trauma responses, or even snapshots of the healing spaces I’ve created at home, I’m finding fresh ways to express how far I’ve come. Every post is a reminder that even the smallest shift—like choosing joy over fear or setting firmer boundaries—deserves to be seen. I’ll be adding more soon, because these stories matter, and I know I’m not the only one walking this path.
If you’re navigating your own pain—physical or emotional—know that you’re not alone. I share these moments not just to document my journey, but to remind others that healing is never linear. It’s okay to celebrate joy and acknowledge struggle in the same breath.
You can read more about my recent trip in My Adventure To Alberta, Canada, and if you’re looking for gentle reminders to stay grounded, I recommend the Poster: “Be Grateful” By Roger Lee it. It’s helped me lately.
Live in the Moments. 💙
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The birthday festivities 😀 sounded so nice, and I sure hope you feel back to normal asap! I appreciate reading about your journey and you have definitely helped me along the way ~ Bless you <3
Thank you for your kind words, I appreciate them a lot. When I was struggling I felt very isolated and alone, afraid no one would ever understand what I was going through, most times I didn’t understand it myself. Yes, I understood toxicity from others, but I never had such an experience before so it was very confusing to me.
In the beginning, I found help online through a blog and finally things started making sense to me of what I was seeing in the workplace I was in. That led me to more reading, then once I got into therapy, I had some words to use and with the therapist, I came to a better understanding of my experience. It was my specialist, after reading most of the documentation I had, who told me what I was dealing with.
I am grateful for my education and am even more so that in sharing what I have learned, it is helping someone else not feel so alone.
I appreciate you and many blessing to you! I hope you have a fantastic day!