Part of being a Zebra is knowing yourself, your body, because your body tells you what's on "The down low"
Being a Zebra you learn about your body,




"Can I go to the mall and the Car parts store?"
Yes, or no, Zebras make this choice daily, picking out the most important things to do.


And if we're not well enough, then we don't do it.


Think of your body like batteries,
Do I have enough energy(batteries) to do_________ and _________?




Learning to read your body's signals is essential, because if you don't have the Batteries to do both, well, you just might have pulled a trigger.


Now you may ask, what does a trigger have to do with this.


Triggers are what we call, how do I say it?




Basically it's something that you do NOT want to do or to happen to you, eating something your allergic too can set off a trigger.


A trigger is more than being itchy after eating something your allergic too,
a trigger can put in the hospital, in bed, for months.
Zebras try to avoid them like the plague.
A trigger sets off your illness.




Another way to put it and this is easier I believe for Zebras and friends of Zebras.
It's called The Spoon Theory.




This concept has been around for years and a lot of Zebras use this.
It's a great way to share and show your family/friends what it's like and also a great way to gauge your energy so you don't pull any triggers.


It helps communication between Zebras and non Zebras.
The Spoon Theory https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nz0f0RVra48 This is a video with the script, it was done by pierocks2393 on YouTube.
The Spoon Theory was made by Christine Miserandino. 




The Spoon Theory was a game changer for me and my family. it helped us connect.




Christine Miserandino has Lupus and used The Spoon Theory to explain Lupus, but we've found it works with most Zebras. Mostly it doesn't really matter what illness, it explains how it feels to be sick, to be a Zebra.

Searching for Zebras is not just for people who are chronically ill.
Everyone gets sick at one point, and I'm sure about everyone wants to stay as well as possible.


With a N.D on board we have many recipes and tips for healthy living. We touch on many subjects, such as staying healthy, body systems,  making your own natural soap and other household items, recipes (many Gluten Free recipes) that are yummy and easy to make. We want to touch lives, to show God's love and we believe in sharing anything that might help you.


An example of a simple household cleaner is vinegar. Fill a spray bottle half full of white vinegar and then fill it the rest of the way with water, add some lemon juice.


Spray your bed, your couch, spray your fan, spray in the air. Yes, it will smell Vinegary, but it dissipates in 15 minutes, safe cleaning.

There are so many uses for vinegar, it's almost mind boggling, many herbal medicines are made with vinegar!


Coming down with the flu, cold or influenza? Add a teaspoon of vinegar into a glass of water. I do this, I fact as I am typing this, by my hand there is a drink that we call Ginger Fizzy, It has vinegar, some ginger (Ginger also has amazing health benefits), stevia and water. It tastes a lot like lemonade! I drink it everyday, not just when I feel like I'm catching something. I'll post our recipe later and you can alter to your taste.


Vinegar kills the germs in your mouth, throat, stomach. It helps to create an environment germs can't live in.  Sometimes people (I have) use vinegar on autoimmune sores.


Let me tell you a story:
During the black plague there were four thieves, and they would loot victims of the plague. It confounded the police, four people were surrounding themselves in the black plague and not catching it. They finally caught the four thieves and made them tell them the formula. The thieves gave a recipe for a tincture.


To this day that recipe is still is use, I've had it myself. and if you're curious about
the name of the tincture, it's called Four Thieves.
I know we always have some in case of emergency! I know what I'll do when the next ugly virus comes around! What about you?








-Katie, Jackie

Hello! This is the first of many Blog posts that will come.

First we should get to know each other, I'll start.

Growing up in a house with several Zebras (Chronically Ill People) is a very good way to learn, what's a better way to learn than to live it? I'm getting ahead of myself. Learn what? Is what your are all probably asking. Well, that takes a lot to explain, I'll simplify. When You live as a Zebra or with one there are certain things you learn about: Doctors, Medications, Anger Management (For yourself, because of the afore mentioned) and many other things.

I've been living the Zebra life for more than ten years, Searching for Zebras is, well, it's hard to describe. Have you ever gone to the doctor and they are deadpan, you're pointing to a problem you have, and they say: Eat more fiber, It's in your head, (or) Why do you have to be sick? why won't you be well? Why do you have to be a Zebra?!

I've had These said to me many times, It turns out that some Zebras are False Negative. The test says no, when it should say yes. It's vital to find a doctor who understands Zebras, because they know what they are looking for.

Searching for Zebras is a place where we tell you the things we wished were told to us earlier. We went through the school of HardKnocks and we don't want you to have too. We offer support, healthy alternatives and so much more,

-Katie

katierosch.webs.com