EMBRACE AUTUMN THE OLD- FASHIONED WAY Try These Rustic and Cozy Hobbies
handwritten recipe cards. From flaky apple pies to buttery shortbread, baking the old-fashioned way fills your home with delicious aromas and memories to cherish.
Get lost in letter writing. Snail mail might be considered a relic, but there’s something satisfying about sending — and receiving — a handwritten letter. As the pace of life slows with the season, take time to write to a loved one. Share your thoughts, your gratitude, or just say hello. It’s a small gesture that carries a ton of meaning. Forage and craft with nature. Channel your inner homesteader and get outdoors. Fall is a beautiful time to collect colorful leaves, pinecones, or acorns for crafting. Whether you create a rustic wreath, press leaves, or show off your finds in a bowl, nature-based decor is grounding and beautiful. Try your hand at canning. What about preserving a bit of fall flavor for winter? Not only is it rewarding, but you also engage in a useful practice. Canning applesauce, jams, or pickled veggies brings an old-world skill back to life and leaves you with shelves full of delicious, homemade canned goods — yum!
Fall is magical — the crisp air, changing leaves, and shorter days practically beg us to slow down. While modern life is often a blur of screens and schedules, autumn offers the perfect excuse to unplug and reconnect with simple pleasures. This fall, why not embrace a few old-fashioned hobbies that bring warmth, creativity, and nostalgia to your routine? Cozy up with hand stitching or embroidery. Nothing feels as soothing as stitching by a cozy window with a cup of tea nearby. Embroidery, cross-stitch, or simple hand-mending can be therapeutic and productive. Whether embellishing tea towels or repairing a sweater, hand-stitching is a calming and purposeful way to unwind. Bake like a grandma. Fall and baking go hand in hand. Instead of scrolling for trendy recipes, try pulling out an old family cookbook — or better yet, Grandma’s
When Bad Days Keep You From Working The Truth About SSDI and ‘Invisible’ Illnesses That Come and Go
Living with an episodic health condition can feel like walking a tightrope: Some days you’re balanced and capable, while others leave you unable to function. If your symptoms make it difficult or impossible to maintain consistent employment, you may qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). How the SSA Views Intermittent Conditions The Social Security Administration (SSA) doesn’t just evaluate how sick you are during flare-ups; they look at how consistently your condition affects your ability to work over time. Specifically, they consider:
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Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
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Asthma
Epilepsy
Mental Health Conditions (e.g., Bipolar Disorder, Major Depression)
Lupus (SLE)
Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
Migraine Headaches
Documentation Makes the Difference To strengthen your SSDI claim, you need detailed medical evidence. This includes diagnosis reports, test results, treatment history, and physician notes describing how frequently and severely your symptoms occur. Keep a symptom journal, ask your doctors to document episodes thoroughly, and gather any ER visits or hospitalization records. These details show the SSA your condition isn’t just inconvenient; it’s disabling. You’re Not Alone If you’ve found it impossible to keep a job because your health isn’t dependable, help is available. Understanding SSDI rules and building a compelling case is complicated, but you don’t have to go through it alone. Our team at Keefe Disability Law can help you gather the right evidence, explain your rights, and guide you through the process every step of the way.
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How often your flare-ups occur How long your episodes last
The severity of your symptoms during each episode
• The impact on your ability to complete everyday work tasks • Medical evidence showing a pattern over time • Work history and failed attempts to maintain employment
Even if you have “good days,” the inability to perform reliably can meet the SSA’s definition of disability, but only if you can prove it.
Conditions That May Qualify for SSDI Many health issues that come in waves or cycles can still meet eligibility criteria for SSDI. Conditions that commonly qualify include:
Your journey might have ups and downs, but your future doesn’t have to stay uncertain.
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