Bridging the Beverage Divide in My MarriageOne of the biggest cultural divides is between the coffee-drinking world and the tea-consuming world. For decades, that divide existed in my marriage; I was the coffee gal, and my...Reactions0reactionsComments12 comments
The Power of Bare FeetRecently, actress Christina Applegate accepted her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. She did so barefoot and posted an image of her bare feet on her star to social...Reactions0reactionsComments14 comments
Trying to Avoid the Hassles of HealthcareWouldn’t it be nice if you could just go see your neurologist when your MS starts to act up or you’re not feeling well? Just wake up in the morning...Reactions0reactionsComments15 comments
Finding GraceFatigue is my number one MS symptom struggle. It lingers. It holds on for dear life and makes it difficult to focus on anything else. My fatigue medication helps, but...Reactions0reactionsComments12 comments
The Long Journey of Getting Older, or Is It?We all enjoy our younger years, and as time moves on we tend to mature, or, are we just getting older? Oh, that reminds me of what my parents used...Reactions0reactionsComments9 comments
MSAA Gives ThanksIt is the season of giving and gratitude, and the Multiple Sclerosis Association of America (MSAA) cannot help but reflect on the wonderful amount of support we receive from our...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
The Impact of Leg WeaknessA long time ago, while still in college, I awoke one morning and as I tried to leave my bed, I fell flat on my face. My legs seemingly gave...Reactions0reactionsComments29 comments
Never-Ending ConcernWe are now entering what some are calling the post-COVID, or after-COVID, era. I am seeing the shorthand PCE or ACE more often. This means that rather than facing a...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Find Your Fit!You’re here at MultipleSclerosis.net, reading this site for any number of reasons, and those reasons can be widely varied. It is always helpful to know where we fit in the bigger...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Care Giving With Good CareLet me begin by saying kudos to all of the conscientious, caring, willing, thoughtful, hard-working, compassionate, skilled, and helpful Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs), Home Health Aides, and Personal Care Attendants. If...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Life After DisabilityBeing diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in my early 20’s was an unexpected shock. Getting diagnosed with an incurable disease at any age is a life-changing event. As surprising and terrifying...Reactions0reactionsComments18 comments
Doing My Best for a LivingWhen meeting someone for the first time or seeing someone after many years, it's natural to ask questions to become acquainted or reacquainted. Areas of interest may revolve around family...Reactions0reactionsComments20 comments
The Good StuffThere are days when I'll suddenly stop and realize how good I truly feel. I may be exhausted to the core, and I know I need to rest, but I...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
MS and Cog Fog...What Was I Thinking About?I am sure most, if not all, of us have enjoyed that moment of “what was I going to do?" or "what was I thinking?” That puzzled look, scratching your...Reactions0reactionsComments28 comments
The Mystery of Missing My MedicationA few days ago, I was sitting around my house and realized that I wasn’t feeling quite right. My head felt fuzzy and I was markedly more tired than I...Reactions0reactionsComments68 comments
Cat Feeders to the Sleep RescueTips, tricks, and tools to make life easier are always popular. Here’s my latest idea to share. My husband and I have two sweet kitties. They are 14 years old...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
You Had One Job: When Healthcare Gets in the Way of HealthcareBefore I start, I just wanted to make it clear that I am pretty much just venting in this post. Maybe you can relate? (I hope not). Maybe this will...Reactions0reactionsComments23 comments
HSCT Part 4: The Treatment ItselfPreparations for my trip to Mexico caused so many emotions: worry, excitement, anxiety, and a feeling that I just had to take a breath and get it over with. My 'Hail...Reactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Put Your Best Artwork Forward With MSAA’s Art ShowcaseGet your art materials ready! The Multiple Sclerosis Association of America (MSAA) is now accepting submissions for the 2023–2024 Art Showcase! Since 2009, MSAA has held an annual Art Showcase...Reactions0reactionsComments7 comments
Serving Others Despite MSOne thing I genuinely hope to have in life is a servant's heart. To me, having a heart of service means feeling excited when I see others flourish. To feel...Reactions0reactionsComments11 comments
