Living with a severe version of ME/CFS, I write a Substack called Living in a Body. But I rarely have the courage to share the photographic reality of how chronic illness shows up on my body.

When I first saw this top photo, I cringed at the sight of the psoriasis on my deconditioned legs. I thought, maybe if I crop the legs out, it could be a worthy Facebook profile pic.

Then I wondered how many others might relate to the loss of youth and beauty from the ravages of age and chronic illness.

So here I am... in all my wildflower glory. Thanks to a half mg. of Ativan which allowed me to enjoy taking some photos this morning.