A Quiet Corner For Healing
Welcome to our corner of the internet! Lola & Me is a a soft place to land on the internet for healing, slowing down, and learning to trust your body again. Stories and lessons from navigating my healing journey and rebuilding my mind and body – shared alongside my sensitive support dog, Lola.
The Story Of Us Includes Lots Of Ups & Downs.
In 2020, I was diagnosed with Lyme disease and mold toxicity, and my world shifted in ways I never expected! The treatments were confusing, sometimes making me feel worse, and I moved more times than I can count to escape toxic mold. But through it all, I found unexpected gifts – resilience, patience, and most of all, rescuing Lola. Or maybe it’s more accurate to say she rescued me.
Recent Blog Posts
How Dogs Can Help Manage Chronic Pain
Furry friends are much more than just day to day companions. Research shows that they are a great tool to cope with pain and function better with chronic pain.
6 Cost Effective Mental Stimulation Tips for Dogs
Not only do dogs need physical activity for stimulation, but also mental as well. Over the years, I have learned to get a little creative with keeping my girl stimulated with her mind. Check out some tips!
My Healing Journey Using Bee Venom Immunotherapy to Heal Chronic Lyme Disease
Bee Venom Immunotherapy (BVT) is growing in popularity in the US to help heal Lyme Disease, but a number of other chronic diseases. While controversial in conventional medicine, it can be safely done when monitored by a medical team like myself. Read how I came to the cross roads of using BVT.
Meet Us.
Hiya! Amy and Lola here. We’re a duo learning to heal together, one gentle step at a time. I’m on a journey to recover from Lyme disease, mold exposure, and the lingering effects they brought into my life. Lola came to me as a support dog, but she’s become so much more – a constant companion, teacher, and reminder to slow down. Together, we’re navigating healing, growth, and even past traumas, and we’re sharing what we learn along the way. 💛
Per usual, this photo is of us frolicking around the Midwest exploring and hitting up all the parks. She is my sidekick and I wouldn’t have it any other way!