Trigger Finger

Trigger finger is a painful condition that causes the fingers or thumb to catch or lock when bent. In the thumb its called trigger thumb.
Trigger finger happens when tendons in the finger or thumb become inflamed. Tendons are tough bands of tissue that connect muscles and bones. Together, the tendons and muscles in the hands and arms bend and straighten the fingers and thumbs.
A tendon usually glides easily through the tissue that covers it (called a sheath) because of a lubricating membrane surrounding the joint called the synovium. Sometimes a tendon may become inflamed and swollen. When this happens, bending the finger or thumb can pull the inflamed tendon through a narrowed tendon sheath, making it snap or pop.

What Causes Trigger Finger?

Trigger finger can be caused by a repeated movement or forceful use of the finger or thumb. Rheumatoid arthritis, gout, and diabetes also can cause trigger finger. So can grasping something, such as a power tool, with a firm grip for a long time.

Who Gets Trigger Finger?

Farmers, industrial workers, and musicians often get trigger finger since they repeat finger and thumb movements a lot. Even smokers can get trigger thumb from repeated use of a lighter, for example. Trigger finger is more common in women than men and tends to happen most often in people who are 40 to 60 years old.

http://www.webmd.com/osteoarthritis/guide/trigger-finger

Camera Critters

@ Kelly Tarlton's Underwater World, Auckland, NZ

Mount Cook

 awesome view from up above the sky

31 May 2013

Aoraki / Mount Cook is the highest mountain in New Zealand, reaching 3,754 metres (12,316 ft). It lies in the Southern Alps, the mountain range which runs the length of the South Island. A popular tourist destination, it is also a favourite challenge for mountain climbers. Aoraki / Mount Cook consists of three summits lying slightly south and east of the main divide, the Low Peak, Middle Peak and High Peak, with the Tasman Glacier to the east and the Hooker Glacier to the west.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki

Souvenir

Noun	1.	souvenir - something of sentimental value       keepsake, relic, token object, physical object - a tangible and visible entity; an entity that can cast a shadow; "it was full of rackets, balls and other objects" love-token - keepsake given as a token of love party favor, party favour, favour, favor - souvenir consisting of a small gift given to a guest at a party
	2.	souvenir - a reminder of past events             memento reminder - an experience that causes you to remember something

my NZ souvenir

Conscientious

If someone is conscientious, that person strives to do what's right and to carry out his duties. Conscientious people show care and put in a big effort.

Being conscientious has to do with being careful, thoughtful, and decent. A conscientious doctor will do everything possible to help a patient. A conscientious teacher will spend extra time with students, just to make sure they're learning. A boss wishes every worker could be conscientious: it's a rare and wonderful trait. To be conscientious, you have to be willing to do the right thing even when it's difficult. Unfortunately, many people aren't conscientious.

https://www.vocabulary.com/

Amethyst crystals

Amethyst crystals emit a strong field of vibrational healing energy... so they are marvelous tools for self healing.
This is one of the Amethyst facts that is immediately apparent when you stand in front of one of them, and experience the feeling that resonates from them, as the field of light that they emit is so strong.
If you have addictive habits such as smoking, drinking or drug addictions you may be assisted by using an Amethyst stone... along with other violet flame crystals.
An easy way is help yourself if you have any of these problems... to put an Amethyst tumblestone or other piece of this lovely stone in your pocket.
You can combine them with any of the stones mentioned above to help you to beat addictions. Ensure that those crystals that are on you every day, are regularly cleansed. Quartz crystals may be cleaned easily, but if you are cleansing other varieties of crystals or large geodes use one of the other methods of cleansing your crystals.

Award

Thanks Hayley for this lovely award.

This is what I need to do:

• Click the above award image, save it and use it in your acceptance post
• List 3 things you love about motherhood
• Nominate other deserving mamas; you may choose as many as you like (And let them know of the nomination!)

1. I love to care for my kids from young till now even though they are quite grown.
2. I love to make sure that my kids feel good about themselves wihout pressuring them with high expectations.
3. I love my kids as they know how to treat me with respect and care for each other.

Well, I usually don't do tag and I feel that all mothers are perfect as beautiful mama.

Happy Mother's Day!