The Same Place, A Different Purpose – Rehab review

Every week, without fail, I head back to the same place for rehab. The familiar surroundings and setup have become a fundamental rhythm of my life. After decades of this routine, it’s easy to feel like I’m stuck in the loop of show up, move, strengthen and repeat....

Seaweeding

https://emma-gee.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/IMG_5751.mov An oldie but a goodie. Today at local pool I was doing an exercise called “Seaweeding” which is holding onto the side of the pool and gently weaving my body through the water. It’s an exercise I first...

When Botox Isn’t Cosmetic — It’s Survival

Today I had Botox injected into the left side of my face to help manage my facial palsy. People often hear the word “Botox” and immediately think of a frozen forehead to align with beauty standards. It’s not that at all for me; It’s a necessary medical...

Back in the water, even if it’s not that simple.

I used to go to the pool and swim often as a way to manage my pain. It would allow me to feel lighter and give me a sense of relief. However, since my corneal graft, water hasn’t felt safe as I can’t get my eye wet, especially with chlorine. It became a task that...