PegLegs and Me

  I promised myself this post would be honest.  Not pretty. Not polished. Just us.  So here it is — the part of the journey where survival feels heavier than hope. Some days, the fight feels endless . The weight of survival presses on our shoulders, and no matter how hard we push, the ground beneath us doesn’t seem to give way to solid footing.  I wonder why we keep fighting. Why we keep pushing against the tide when it feels like the tide always wins. Keeping our little business alive takes every ounce of energy, every bit of grit we can muster.  Every day we pour ourselves into it — our time, our energy — and yet the reward feels so small compared to the effort. T he numbers don’t add up, the efforts don’t bring results, and the exhaustion sets in deeper than before.  It feels like we’re running on fumes, pushing so hard and still getting nowhere.  We work, we try, we give it all… and at the end of the day, it’s just not enough. For Danie, health is ...

  Most of us have heard the saying: “Jack of all trades is a master of none.” It usually gets thrown around as a subtle insult — like you’re dabbling in too many things, not committing to a single path, not becoming the “expert.” But here’s the twist: that’s not the full quote! The complete version reads: "J ack of all trades is a master of none, but still always better than a master of one." And suddenly, it’s not a criticism anymore. It’s a celebration. I t kind of flips the entire message. It becomes a tribute to versatility, adaptability, and resilience. Sounds a lot like my life in a nutshell. I can reflect on my own journey — being a caregiver, a provider, a businesswoman, a creative mind, a mother and grandmother, a survivor, a problem-solver. I’ve probably worn more hats than a Broadway costume rack. Not out of choice always, but out of necessity. And that’s something to be proud of, I think. In a world that’s constantly shifting — pandemics, economic crises, health...

  We all have a hero and a role model, and yes, they're not the same thing.  According to the Oxford dictionary, a hero is:  A person admired for courage, outstanding achievements and noble qualities. A role model is:  Someone who's behaviour, example or success is emulated by others, and many adopt the positive traits and behaviour of a role model. As I said, we all have a role model and hero, but mine are one and the same being - an AMAZING, SPOTLESS, BEAUTIFUL, MAJESTIC being - my wife! I admire her for her courage - whatever life throws at her, she won't back down or lose her focus.  Her persistence and perseverance is next level, and she will finish whatever she starts.  Her outstanding achievements are too many to name.  Her respect and politeness are well known in all her doings, with the pleasant aroma of her noble qualities. There are many who try to follow her exemplary life, but alas, there is only one YOU! Whether engaging with the fortun...

  I’m sure we all remember this childhood game which was, and probably still is, very popular for adults and children alike.  The goal of this board game is to reach the end first, and if you throw the dice well and land on the ladders, well, bonus!! Up you go, fast forward to a position closer to the end. But, landing on the snake, is a slithery path down to a lower level and further away from the end goal. Landing on a snake was bad news and so disappointing, not to mention a little humiliating. It’s actually a fantastic metaphor! Snakes and Ladders perfectly captures life’s unpredictability—the excitement of climbing up, the frustration of sliding down, and the sheer randomness of it all. A few points of this childhood game stand out for me and I’d like to share them with you. The Unfair Rolls – Just like in life, you don’t control the dice, you take your chance and hope for the best. Sadly, however, some people seem to get all the ladders, while others keep landing on ...

While 2025 is still loading... ✨ As we stand at the edge of the year, with 2025 quietly waiting in the wings, we can't help but pause, pause to look back, pause to feel the weight of everything we’ve experienced, and pause to acknowledge the deep gratitude we carry in our hearts for every single one of you. 2024 has been a year of so much change - of challenges, of heartbreak, and of growth. But through it all, you were there. Each of you, whether a long-time supporter or someone who came to us more recently, became a part of this journey that we never could have made it through without you. To the kind souls we met at the Markets, to the ones who took the time to listen to our stories, and to those who shared their own, your words have stayed with us. You’ve trusted us with your stories of how our products have made a difference in your lives. Some of you have told us how they’ve helped heal physical pain, while others have shared how they’ve brought you peace in moments of deep...