Life with chronic illness is tough. But we have arthritis, it doesn’t have us. The same goes for any condition or disability that you might be fighting …. from fibromyalgia, to diabetes, celiac disease, to multiple sclerosis, to lupus, scleroderma, ankylosing spondylitis, myositis, felty’s syndrome, sjogren’s, thyroid disease, bipolar disorder, cancer, and more. There are … Continue reading
Author Archives: Arthritis Ashley
Ashley’s Journey to Wellness – Entry #22 – Through Sickness and In Health
Journey to Wellness – Entry #22 – Friday, August 13, 2010 It has been awhile since I have written. I have been busy with doctor’s appointments, traveling, enjoying my summer, and….getting engaged. You know, the norm 😉 Yes, this arthritic ring finger now has a dazzling ring on it. Simple yet sparkly, a lovely, beautiful … Continue reading
Ashley’s Journey to Wellness – Entry #21 – Life’s a Beach: Sacrifices for Health, Biofeedback, Anxiety, and Shoes!
Hello, friends! I hope that today finds you all doing well and feeling okay lately! My trip to South Carolina was lovely and relaxing. I enjoyed some nice beach time, loved the sunshine, and got some quality time with my parents and boyfriend. The sun and warm weather made me feel a lot better, my … Continue reading
Oldies, but Goodies – “You Don’t Look Sick” – The Face of Invisible Illness … Arthritis Sure Ain’t Pretty! by Ashley Boynes
In the next two weeks, you may see some blogs you may have read before-but we think they’re really important to share with the Mid Atlantic Region and anyone else who may be reading Wellness with a Side of Life, Please-because you can probably relate. So sit back and enjoy with us, some oldies, but … Continue reading
Oldies, but Goodies-An Open Letter from Someone with Chronic Illness, To Friends, Family…and Strangers
In the next two weeks, you may see some blogs you may have read before-but we think they’re really important to share with the Mid Atlantic Region and anyone else who may be reading Wellness with a Side of Life, Please-because you can probably relate. So sit back and enjoy with us, some oldies, but … Continue reading
Ashley’s Journey to Wellness – Entry #20 – An Introduction to Me: Arthritis and Counting on Positivity!
For those of you who do not know me, my name is Ashley Boynes. I am 26 years old and I live with rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, unresponsive Celiac disease, chronic daily migraines, adrenal insufficiency, osteopenia, general immunodeficiency, and food allergies. (In addition to a very “murky” fibromyalgia diagnosis, a history of Bell’s Palsy, and multiple … Continue reading
The Juvenile Arthritis Onset Story of a Little Girl, Now Twentysomething Living Well with RA
I can’t believe it’s already July, but I have to admit that I’ve been looking forward to it for a while. July is Juvenile Arthritis Awareness Month and it’s a time where we get to celebrate and honor the over 300,000 kids living with juvenile arthritis and create a stir of awareness for juvenile arthritis. … Continue reading
Biking, Planning and More Biking!
Okay-I’ll just come right out with it: It’s been far too long since I’ve written-but it’s been for very good reason! We were in the midst of an awesome walk and golf season! From The National Reserve in North Carolina, to the National Mall in DC, we were out and about on the town. We … Continue reading
Rain or Shine…We’re Walking!
I’m always amazed by the dedication of our volunteers, staff and supporters! When it comes to walks, and chilly and rainy weather…I know I second guess that alarm when it goes off early in the morning when I could stay under the covers for just a few more minutes and stay warm! But then I … Continue reading
Moving Together for a Cure
It’s finally here…Arthritis Walk Season in the Mid Atlantic Region! After a long, extra snowy winter, the Arthritis Walk season kicked off this past weekend in Raleigh, North Carolina. We’re excited, now more than ever for the Arthritis Walk because it’s time to move! There are walks all over the Region that you can … Continue reading