One Tough Cookie
YOU are one tough cookie!!
That’s the theme from this year’s Christmas in July card that was created by our Canadian warrior artist, Jess. Can you relate to this “banged up but still standing” gingerbread cookie?
Since we’ve just passed the halfway point of the year, we thought it would be nice to add a bit of self care into this card as a reminder to take care, have some fun, and indulge yourself (frozen hot chocolate, anyone?)
We’re honored to be with you on this crazy journey!
We see you! We see how tough you are!! Keep fighting because we believe in you!
Meet the artist
Jess
My name is Jess, I’m 32 and I create greeting cards and other little works of art I’m inspired to. In 2016 I developed a rare migraine condition called New Daily Persistent Headaches (NDPH) which is a headache/migraine that starts out of the blue one day and never goes away. Art is my escape and has been a game changer for me. Whether you’re a fellow artist, a fellow chronically ill warrior like me, a sponsor, or simply a beautiful fan of art and life, I hope you’ll say hi.
Meet the Warriors who signed your card
Terra
Terra is a ME CFS warrior and advocate. She lives in New Zealand with her partner, pet bunnies and rat. You can find her on IG here.
Maika
Maika is our fave elf because she LOVES Christmas! She makes gorgeous cards as a distraction from the extreme pain of Sapho Syndrome. Say hi on IG here.
Jess
Jess Albert was 27 when she developed a rare migraine condition called New Daily Persistent Headaches (NDPH). It took 4 years and 4 neurologists to get her diagnosis.
Sadie
Sadie Veselka was diagnosed at age 4 with MCTD including Juvenile Arthritis, Scleroderma, Dermatomyocitis and Raynaud’s. She loves spreading hope and cheer!
Dani
Dani is a butch lesbian who lives in Melbourne, Australia. They have CFS and Fibro. Rhubarb always keeps her smiling. Say hi on IG here.