I am starting HRT. I know it is controversial, although less so by the day as more scientists and evidence show its benefits outweigh risks (some known some unknown). I want to share my personal thought process to make this decision, my protocol, and will report back in few months how I feel it. This … Continue reading Starting HRT part 1 →

Another day mostly at home and it was wonderful in many ways. I had a great easy run in the jardim Botanico, imitating forest bath, so peaceful. This is my new "tradition". During the week run outside and on weekends when the jardim Botanico is open, run inside, mixing between pedestrian walking path and dirt … Continue reading Sunset pool time →

11.11 miles run pain free while listening to this fascinating episode. I have been mostly listening to music while running as I wanted my mind to breath and flow. But after yesterday's appt, I wanted to hear what Peter has to say about HRT. Fascinating! I didn't want to end the run until the end … Continue reading Saturday activities →

I finally had my appt with the famous and impossible to get an appt female doctor today, almost 6 months long wait. I wouldn't say she's revolutionary, as I am well informed about the perimenopause, hormonal shifts, etc. Yet I learned few things and trust her enough to start making some changes. I still have … Continue reading 5 on friday →

It was a normal morning. I had a good speed run, arrived to office 8am for my strength session, then I got a text from husband. The door was opened and clearly Cookie attacked Bubble while nobody was at ,home. OMG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! He couldn't find Bubble anywhere. There's poop everywhere in Bubble's room. Panic, worry, scare, … Continue reading Traumatic event? →