There are actually some upsides to being ill. Yes, I know that sounds absolutely crazy, but it’s true: Because of my illnesses, I am a stronger person. I have a fortitude and inner strength that many people don’t have … simply because they don’t have to. My husband is a personal trainer, fitness fanatic, and … Continue reading
I’ve written and posted before about hiding our pain to spare the feelings of others, and many similar topics of conversation. I have also written about the emotions of guilt, resentment, and burden that can accompany a lifelong illness or disability. I decided to revisit the topic and reframe it in a couple of new ways. The first … Continue reading
Today I decided to post a photo to my blog that I had posted on Facebook and Instagram back in November, 2016. Since I finally have my custom medial-unloader knee brace and my custom permanent Arizona cast for my foot, I decided that this particular post would be worthy of a re-share, and you will see … Continue reading
Guys, I’m really excited to be working with a great new 501c3 nonprofit called The Autoimmune Registry. We are in the process of creating a hub for research, statistics, and patient data on all autoimmune illnesses. We also aim to establish prevalence of these disease, as right now the estimates for autoimmune disease prevalence are all … Continue reading
I don’t go so far as to reject many ideas. Truly. I’m like a sponge: I soak up as much information as I can and try to equally and fairly weigh all points of view and perspectives. I like to try to learn about things without judging them. Even if I disagree with something, I … Continue reading
Once again, I’m behind on my daily WEGO Health Activist Writer’s Challenge prompts. No surprise there. So, my apologies, but this post is yet another one that is playing “catch-up!” Below you will find my submissions for Days 12-15. Day 12: Prompt: “Time to get real.Write a letter to the best or worst healthcare professional … Continue reading
We all remember when #FF (#FollowFriday) was basically THE biggest thing on Twitter, right? Well, it’s still alive and well … in fact, I’ve started my own initiative on my author Facebook page called Free Plug Friday, where I tag some deserving people, brands, and organizations, who I wish to give an extra little “shout-out” … Continue reading
Questions and answers about life with rheumatoid arthritis and invisible illness. Continue reading
Admittedly, I’ve been slacking on the 2016 Health Activist Writer’s Month Challenge, presented by WEGO Health. In recent months, I’ve had a thyroid cancer scare, multiple biopsies, a minor back surgery to excise a lipoma, and found out that I need a knee replacement and a (lifetime) foot and ankle cast. I’ve also started working … Continue reading
I recently attended the McGinley-Rice Symposium on Justice for Vulnerable Populations: The Face of the Person with a Disability at the Duquesne University School of Nursing. To eloquently capture all that was covered would take up more time and space than I have the bandwidth for at the moment, but needless to say it was an … Continue reading
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