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
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#HAWMC – Day 10: An RA Q&A
Questions and answers about life with rheumatoid arthritis and invisible illness. Continue reading
When RA Tries to Get in the Way (But I Won’t Let It)
I set off for this summer to be my “summer of hobbies.” My summer even has its own Instagram hashtag, #AshSummerOfHobbies2016! But, I didn’t anticipate RA to get in the way. (This is something I discussed in a recent Arthritis Ashley Facebook Live Chat.) I’m very proud of myself for pushing through, though. RA and … Continue reading
The Problem with Negativity: And Why Being Positive Doesn’t Hurt
Let’s be honest: no one can be positive all the time. To do so simply wouldn’t be human. I highly doubt that there is one person on this earth who has never been unhappy or felt pessimistic, who is always happy and positive at all times, and without fail. If so, I would like to … Continue reading
The Great JA vs. RA Debacle
This is a Facebook-rant-turned-blog post. I am definitely looking for some feedback/insight on this one, because when it comes to The Great JA vs. RA Debacle, I don’t know what is considered to be the standard, or what is the “proper” and acceptable approach. Even whilst doing research, I seem to encounter different answers on … Continue reading
Thoughts & Updates from Arthritis Ashley
I haven’t updated this Arthritis Ashley blog in a while (I barely find time to post to my main website abshuck.com and haven’t posted to my entertainment blog Glitzburgh in about a year. Eek!) However, I do want to share some thoughts and updates with all of you, my loyal readers! I’m glad that many … Continue reading
What it Takes to Be an American Ninja Warrior – and What It’s Like to Be Married to One When You Live with RA
The dichotomy of my husband’s insane level of fitness and my insane level of…well, NOT… has never been more apparent than over the past year when my physical health took a downturn while my hubby Mike was selected to compete on NBC’s American Ninja Warrior. It’s been an exciting year and we’ve never been more of … Continue reading
My #RouseyRevolution Story
#RouseyRevolution: Dear Ronda Rousey, You will not see me in the boxing ring or an MMA cage. You won’t see me training for hours on end at the gym, or running a marathon, or lifting heavy weights. But, trust me: I know how to fight. I have dealt with several (several meaning over 40) doctor-diagnosed … Continue reading
Unfortunately For Those with Invisible Illness, Seeing is Believing
Seeing is believing, or so they say. This is unfortunate for those of us with invisible or hidden illnesses, because if unseen, it is often not to be believed. We expect others to have “faith” when it comes to many things. Faith is believing in something unseen. Why can’t people have faith, then, in those … Continue reading
When Celebrities Do Good: Thank You, Taylor Swift, Lady Gaga, and Robin Roberts!
♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥ Lately, I’ve been thinking about celebrities who use their fame for good. Sure, there are tons of recent examples: Beyonce is aiming to start a vegan revolution, Paula Abdul has worked tirelessly for pain causes and lupus organizations, the Kardashian and Jenner families have opened the eyes of many to transgender issues, and actress … Continue reading