Vlogmas

A Cuddly Labrador, A Sneezy Labrador, and a Very Funny Labrador – Vlogmas Days 14 & 15

Welcome back to my Vlogmas journey! This is my first ever year taking part in Vlogmas—and I couldn’t be more excited (and exhausted)! Some days are magical, others are messy… and some come with sneezes and cuddles from my adorable Black Labradors, Alfie and Archie.

🐶 Life with a Labrador (or Two!)

The bad days have been weighing heavily lately, but my sweet Alfie has been my saving grace. When the fatigue and pain from Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (M.E.) hit hard, Alfie is always there—ready for endless cuddles, quiet companionship, and unconditional love.

Poor Alfie has still been struggling with his ears, but I’m hoping we’ve turned a corner. He’s been so brave and extra snuggly (and maybe enjoying all the extra spoiling, too!).

Every single day with Alfie makes me feel like I’ve won the lottery. He’s just incredible. 🐾💕

🎁 A Christmas Gift Idea for Coffee Lovers

I could’ve sworn I already talked about this before, but it seems I forgot—so here’s a brilliant Christmas gift idea for any coffee lovers in your life (or yourself)!

☕ Lavazza Coffee Subscription Offer:
You can get one of Lavazza’s amazing coffee machines for just £1 when you sign up for their coffee delivery subscription.
If you’re already a coffee drinker, like me, this is such a win. Great coffee, delivered to your door, and a shiny machine that makes every brew feel special.

🐾 Vlogmas Catch-Up: Days 14 & 15

In today’s video, we’re opening two days at once to catch up on Alfie’s Advent Calendar—because yes, even dogs deserve daily festive fun! 🎁🐕

Expect giggles, tail wags, and a little festive chaos as I try to keep up with content while living with a chronic illness.

💙 Why I Share My Life Online

Vlogmas is more than a countdown to Christmas—it’s a way for me to raise awareness of Myalgic Encephalomyelitis, a life-changing illness that affects millions of people.

Through each video, I hope to share what life is really like behind the scenes of disability:
💬 The honest moments,
🎄 The little joys,
🐾 The furry therapy from my pups,
💡 And the tips that might help others living with M.E. or similar conditions.

If you’re new here—welcome! I’m so glad you found me. Hit like, subscribe, and tap the bell icon on YouTube to stay connected. Your support truly makes a difference.

📣 Join the Conversation

What are your favourite holiday traditions? Have a funny pet story to share? Drop a comment on the video—I love hearing from you!

Let’s make this season warmer, brighter, and more inclusive—one video at a time.
🫶 Thank you for being part of this community. 🫶

Love Always

Alisha ❤️

📺 Watch Now : Days 14 & 15

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Alisha

Proud Wife, Mother and Nanna . We married 19 years ago in Rome, Italy surrounded by our friends and family. We have the most beautiful, caring, considerate daughter, she makes us proud every single day. I am nan to Alfie, our Black Labrador and he is my best friend in all the world, I love how he understands that just laying next to me is all I need on a bad day and on a good day well it is cuddles and kisses galore. Liverpool born & bred, I never had enough guts to ever move away. Maybe it’s on my cards in the future. I have an illness that has destroyed my life, that illness has led me to blog my life with no filter. I put everything into raising awareness of Myalgic Encephalomyelitis and I would do anything to make sure no one else has to feel the way that I do. We have fun in our little home and I do anything to make my family happy. Love meeting new people over the web and hearing their stories. I Love making new friends and just trying to make a difference in this world.
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What is Myalgic Encephalomyelitis

According to the NHS Website, Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is a long-term illness with a wide range of symptoms. The most common symptom is extreme tiredness

For more information please visit https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/chronic-fatigue-syndrome-cfs/

People with ME/CFS have fatigue that is very different from just being tired. The fatigue of ME/CFS:

  • Can be severe.
  • Is not a result of unusually difficult activity.
  • Is not relieved by sleep or rest.
  • Was not a problem before becoming ill (not life-long)

Worsening of ME/CFS symptoms after physical or mental activity that would not have caused a problem before illness. This is known as post-exertional malaise (PEM).

Sleep problems.

Many but not all people with ME/CFS have other symptoms.

Pain is very common in people with ME/CFS. The type of pain, where it occurs, and how bad it is varies a lot. The pain people with ME/CFS feel is not caused by an injury. The most common types of pain in ME/CFS are:

  • Muscle pain and aches
  • Joint pain without swelling or redness
  • Headaches, either new or worsening

Some people with ME/CFS may also have:

  • Tender lymph nodes in the neck or armpits
  • A sore throat that happens often
  • Digestive issues, like irritable bowel syndrome
  • Chills and night sweats
  • Allergies and sensitivities to foods, odors, chemicals, light, or noise
  • Muscle weakness
  • Shortness of breath
  • Irregular heartbeat
Information is taken from The CDC Website https://www.cdc.gov/me-cfs/symptoms-diagnosis/symptoms

Myalgic Encephalomyelitis does not have a cure.

Find a Dr or Consultant who listens to you is the first step

It is a manageable condition and depending on the severity of your symptoms the more difficult this can become.

I advise learning to listen to your body and what it is telling you. If you feel tired rest and if you feel pain find a solution to reduce that pain, this could be through pain medication prescribed by your Dr.

I am not saying that finding a Dr who listens or listening to your body is going to be easy as this illness is incredibly complex for some and manageable for others.

Having a Dr who listens to you or reads about the latest drug that sufferers are recommending can take a lot of unnecessary stress and anxiety from the sufferer.

It would be best for me to point you to the above question What is Myalgic Encephalomyelitis? 

Most pages list the illness as ME/CFS or Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome or sometimes even Systemic exertion intolerance disease (SEID).

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