In addition to my work commitments and safari to see the wildebeest migration, I have a DOCTOR appointment in Africa - that is,  I hope to spend a day with a natural healer. It's not unusual for me. When I had malaria in Africa, a native friend dug fresh ginger and boiled it with our honey and lemons from our trees to make a soothing tea (ginger is a bronchial decongestant).  I've used hot tea bags for many years to get rid of a sty problem. Capsaicin, which is used in arthritis pain relief medication, s is from the pepper plant.  I'm sure that all of our readers know many other "remedies."

The reality is, I have the unique opportunity to hopefully find out more about my arthritis, or, as many African grandmothers say, "about my sick legs"!!!

So, I am again off on another African adventure.  I'm returning to Africa, because I feel strongly that my work isn't finished there.  Yes, arthritis IS making my life more challenging AGAIN, but I'm doing what I need to do to continue my work. I refuse to let arthritis control my life!

Ashante

pattye