Christine Gordon Manley
@cgmanley.bsky.social
She/her
Newfoundlander 🫐 living on PEI 🥔
Editor, specializing in memoir
🦓 Living with Hypermobility Syndrome (HEDS)
I believe that everyone is equal & deserves love, sunsets are magic, & a good cup of coffee can make your day.
Newfoundlander 🫐 living on PEI 🥔
Editor, specializing in memoir
🦓 Living with Hypermobility Syndrome (HEDS)
I believe that everyone is equal & deserves love, sunsets are magic, & a good cup of coffee can make your day.
At the risk of sounding like old man Simpson, my screaming joints say storms a comin’.
December 2, 2025 at 8:40 AM
At the risk of sounding like old man Simpson, my screaming joints say storms a comin’.
The author of the book I’m reading did a bad thing and killed a dog character, so I’m giving the book the silent treatment until it thinks about what it’s done. Not cool, not cool (dead humans in book: fine; dead dogs? Never!)
November 29, 2025 at 6:19 PM
The author of the book I’m reading did a bad thing and killed a dog character, so I’m giving the book the silent treatment until it thinks about what it’s done. Not cool, not cool (dead humans in book: fine; dead dogs? Never!)
Also discovered that the dog we’ve been saying is 135lbs is actually 145lbs. Good times. (If you’re ever curious as to how much drugs it takes to knock a large dog like that out, the answer is…a lot).
November 27, 2025 at 11:25 PM
Also discovered that the dog we’ve been saying is 135lbs is actually 145lbs. Good times. (If you’re ever curious as to how much drugs it takes to knock a large dog like that out, the answer is…a lot).
Took one dog to vet in Miltonvale for surgery on infected dewclaw (they’re better equipped to handle large breed dogs) and one dog to vet in Cornwall for updated bloodwork to track cancer. Third dog stayed home and slept.
November 27, 2025 at 11:24 PM
Took one dog to vet in Miltonvale for surgery on infected dewclaw (they’re better equipped to handle large breed dogs) and one dog to vet in Cornwall for updated bloodwork to track cancer. Third dog stayed home and slept.
Anyone have any recommendations for kid-friendly cell phones, like a starter one? I'm not interested in flip phones, but I'd love more control than what is currently offered. Thought I'd found a winner via Pinwheel but they require an annual subscription ON TOP of your carrier fees so nope.
November 25, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Anyone have any recommendations for kid-friendly cell phones, like a starter one? I'm not interested in flip phones, but I'd love more control than what is currently offered. Thought I'd found a winner via Pinwheel but they require an annual subscription ON TOP of your carrier fees so nope.
Going on 2 years now trying to get reimbursed for a dental appliance. For once, the problem is not with the insurance agency but with the service provider. I won't name names but it's super frustrating. They already got paid—stop gatekeeping me getting $$$ back! (Just had to vent. Exhale.)
November 24, 2025 at 5:43 PM
Going on 2 years now trying to get reimbursed for a dental appliance. For once, the problem is not with the insurance agency but with the service provider. I won't name names but it's super frustrating. They already got paid—stop gatekeeping me getting $$$ back! (Just had to vent. Exhale.)
I start every chat box chat now asking if I’m speaking with a human.
November 24, 2025 at 4:53 PM
I start every chat box chat now asking if I’m speaking with a human.
Reposted by Christine Gordon Manley
Some vaccines like COVID and flu don’t stop completely stop infection.
But they do reduce the risk of getting infected and greatly reduce severe illness risk.
They are still worth getting.
Since they are not 100% effective it’s also wise to add another layer of protection by wearing a mask.
But they do reduce the risk of getting infected and greatly reduce severe illness risk.
They are still worth getting.
Since they are not 100% effective it’s also wise to add another layer of protection by wearing a mask.
November 23, 2025 at 11:48 PM
Some vaccines like COVID and flu don’t stop completely stop infection.
But they do reduce the risk of getting infected and greatly reduce severe illness risk.
They are still worth getting.
Since they are not 100% effective it’s also wise to add another layer of protection by wearing a mask.
But they do reduce the risk of getting infected and greatly reduce severe illness risk.
They are still worth getting.
Since they are not 100% effective it’s also wise to add another layer of protection by wearing a mask.
Sometimes, you just need to cuddle your mom (even if it crushes her).
November 23, 2025 at 4:10 AM
Sometimes, you just need to cuddle your mom (even if it crushes her).
Reposted by Christine Gordon Manley
Your wellness routine should include taking precautions to avoid multiple covid infections that damage your immune system, hope that helps. 🌟💕
November 20, 2025 at 11:26 PM
Your wellness routine should include taking precautions to avoid multiple covid infections that damage your immune system, hope that helps. 🌟💕
Any day I have someone working on my fascia is a good day. Or a "goo day" as I call it, since treatment leaves me feeling all gooey (in a good way). #Hypermobility #EDS #ChronicPain
November 14, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Any day I have someone working on my fascia is a good day. Or a "goo day" as I call it, since treatment leaves me feeling all gooey (in a good way). #Hypermobility #EDS #ChronicPain
Also: I never want to have a wake. I hope my family respects my wishes there. Rather than weep over my dead body, gather in the spring or summer, after a time. Play music. Laugh. Share stories. Eat strawberries and chocolate. Celebrate. Let my memory nourish your soul.
Today was the wake for my husband’s grandmother where I spent 3 hours shaking hands with people I don’t know. Like clockwork, every 3rd person commented on how cold my hands were. Leave it to a connective tissue disorder to mess with circulation, so much so that it shocked senior citizens. Sigh. 🤦🏻♀️
November 11, 2025 at 1:27 AM
Also: I never want to have a wake. I hope my family respects my wishes there. Rather than weep over my dead body, gather in the spring or summer, after a time. Play music. Laugh. Share stories. Eat strawberries and chocolate. Celebrate. Let my memory nourish your soul.
Today was the wake for my husband’s grandmother where I spent 3 hours shaking hands with people I don’t know. Like clockwork, every 3rd person commented on how cold my hands were. Leave it to a connective tissue disorder to mess with circulation, so much so that it shocked senior citizens. Sigh. 🤦🏻♀️
November 11, 2025 at 1:26 AM
Today was the wake for my husband’s grandmother where I spent 3 hours shaking hands with people I don’t know. Like clockwork, every 3rd person commented on how cold my hands were. Leave it to a connective tissue disorder to mess with circulation, so much so that it shocked senior citizens. Sigh. 🤦🏻♀️
Getting to drive to the airport at midnight because air travel to PEI sucks = super fun times.
November 9, 2025 at 4:01 AM
Getting to drive to the airport at midnight because air travel to PEI sucks = super fun times.
My husband’s grandmother passed away last night. She was 98. We were so so blessed to have her in our lives for so long, especially since my mother-in-law died 10 years ago.
November 9, 2025 at 3:59 AM
My husband’s grandmother passed away last night. She was 98. We were so so blessed to have her in our lives for so long, especially since my mother-in-law died 10 years ago.
I get to experience different kinds of pain (super fun), and the absolute worst is the lightning bolt kind. I end up twitching about so much and it’s impossible to get comfortable. Give me buzzing throbbing pain any day…
November 9, 2025 at 1:33 AM
I get to experience different kinds of pain (super fun), and the absolute worst is the lightning bolt kind. I end up twitching about so much and it’s impossible to get comfortable. Give me buzzing throbbing pain any day…
Fascial stretch days are my fave....it's when I get to feel like goo. It also makes the RAPID release I also get done more manageable (it's a super painful procedure but it does help w. chronic pain).
November 7, 2025 at 2:56 PM
Fascial stretch days are my fave....it's when I get to feel like goo. It also makes the RAPID release I also get done more manageable (it's a super painful procedure but it does help w. chronic pain).
Such a November day...
November 6, 2025 at 3:24 PM
Such a November day...
Reposted by Christine Gordon Manley
The “what should poor people be allowed to eat” debate is infuriating.
The answer is simple.
They should be allowed to eat anything.
It’s no one’s business.
Ideally we would agree that food is a basic human right & it would be plentiful for all.
Until then, stop judging. Fed is best.
The answer is simple.
They should be allowed to eat anything.
It’s no one’s business.
Ideally we would agree that food is a basic human right & it would be plentiful for all.
Until then, stop judging. Fed is best.
November 4, 2025 at 8:33 AM
The “what should poor people be allowed to eat” debate is infuriating.
The answer is simple.
They should be allowed to eat anything.
It’s no one’s business.
Ideally we would agree that food is a basic human right & it would be plentiful for all.
Until then, stop judging. Fed is best.
The answer is simple.
They should be allowed to eat anything.
It’s no one’s business.
Ideally we would agree that food is a basic human right & it would be plentiful for all.
Until then, stop judging. Fed is best.
I’m sorry, Jays fans. I was rooting for you.
November 2, 2025 at 11:43 AM
I’m sorry, Jays fans. I was rooting for you.
I’m sad this Halloween. (Where I live, weather postponed trick or treating until today.) Husband is away and I just don’t feel like I did anything halloweeny at all. Family dealing w medical things has taken up our October and I never even managed to buy one single pumpkin. Next year I guess! 😔
November 1, 2025 at 3:08 PM
I’m sad this Halloween. (Where I live, weather postponed trick or treating until today.) Husband is away and I just don’t feel like I did anything halloweeny at all. Family dealing w medical things has taken up our October and I never even managed to buy one single pumpkin. Next year I guess! 😔
October is almost over and I feel like I wasn’t prepared for it. I haven’t even bought any pumpkins yet (likely won’t at this stage). We returned from UK over 3 weeks ago but we’ve been in limbo since, as we await news on 2 critical care family members, one here, one in Scotland. It’s hard.
October 29, 2025 at 2:02 AM
October is almost over and I feel like I wasn’t prepared for it. I haven’t even bought any pumpkins yet (likely won’t at this stage). We returned from UK over 3 weeks ago but we’ve been in limbo since, as we await news on 2 critical care family members, one here, one in Scotland. It’s hard.
Taking in Open House at UPEI with my teen today. Feels weird to acknowledge that it’s been approx 25 years since I was a student here…
October 25, 2025 at 3:33 PM
Taking in Open House at UPEI with my teen today. Feels weird to acknowledge that it’s been approx 25 years since I was a student here…
If I were granted one wish, (aside from like world peace and feeding/housing people), I’d wish for the ability to sleep like a normal person. I’m exhausted all the time, yet I cannot sleep…and it sucks.
October 22, 2025 at 4:09 AM
If I were granted one wish, (aside from like world peace and feeding/housing people), I’d wish for the ability to sleep like a normal person. I’m exhausted all the time, yet I cannot sleep…and it sucks.