Color! Just Take It Easy Coloring Book

I started coloring due to a fall that resulted in a chronic condition--sciatica. For seven months,

I was unable to do much more than sit in a recliner or sleep. To keep my attention away from

the constant pain level of 9 or 10, I colored.

It relaxed me, gave me time to think pleasant thoughts, and allowed me a respite from

worrying about my condition. While overwhelmed by chronic pain and the drugs that

doctors prescribed, I found many hours of peace just by coloring.

I had my pens and pencils carefully within reach. I used a large postal envelope behind my

pages so that my pens did not bleed onto the next page. I imagine a sheet of paper would

work well for this, too.

As I continued my healing, I found that coloring had become my relaxing habit. I gradually

began being able to walk and to resume many of my regular day-to-day activities. However,

each evening I was sore and wiped out. It is this child-like activity that keeps me focused and

gives me hours of pleasure.

I designed this coloring book for everyone, but I keep in mind my fellow chronic pain

su erers and wish them many hours of active engagement and peace.