Sure, I Have MS. But What About Me?Exclusion and MS, or is it exclusion because of MS? That is a question I’ve struggled with for more than two decades. No one likes to be excluded, but it...reactions45comments
Maybe It's a Family Thing"Does someone else in your family have it?" It's one of the first questions that comes up when I tell people I have MS. As the jury is out regarding...reactions9comments
Learn How to Use Your Voice for Better MS CareI was 27 when I learned I had MS, and I didn’t contemplate its impact on the rest of my life. Being young and naive had certain advantages. I never...reactions11comments
Starting and Switching DMTs: Expectations vs Reality“OK, how am I going to treat this?” That was the second question I asked myself after learning I might have multiple sclerosis (MS). The first one being, “Huh? Where...reactions1comment
My MS-Friendly Thanksgiving OutfitThanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays of the year. My dad’s side of the family has 40+ members so it’s not too often that we all get together. Thanksgiving...reactions7comments
Free at Last!Today's a big day for me. At my last appointment, my neurologist looked at me and said, "You know, I've been reading some news lately that suggests that stable patients...reactions2comments
Living an Interesting Life While Battling MSYes, MS is challenging and alters your life in ways most people can’t even begin to imagine or understand. Our past life was routine - no thought or planning was...reactions18comments
A Valuable Lesson Taught to Me by My Fine Motor SkillsAn unfortunate reality of multiple sclerosis (MS), for many of us living with it, is that over time it may take things away from us. Things like the ability to...reactions37comments
Medication RegretsDo you have any regrets when it comes to your MS medications? The question alone can tug at your heart. With MS being so complicated, unpredictable, and a bit mysterious...reactions20comments
If Only I Could 'Clear Some MS Out'I have found that I don't like 'stuff'. To clarify, I mean the accumulation of stuff that gathers in corners and rooms in my house. I refer to it as...reactions33comments
Uneventful is Best: Tales from the Infusion ChairIf you’ve ever headed out the door and thought to yourself, "I really hope that my one-stick-wonder nurse is on duty today" you might be on your way to the...reactions39comments
Feeling Like a Burden: My Complicated HistoryIf you were to talk to anyone with a chronic illness and ask them about their fears, I think there are a great many that would share their concerns about...reactions21comments
Stumbling and Sober: I’m Not Drunk, I Have MSOne of the problems with multiple sclerosis (MS), is that many of its symptoms are so “generic” they can be easily mistaken for other conditions. Before being diagnosed, a doctor...reactions102comments
Are You Prepared?The headlines have been filled with a wide range of natural disasters as of late – wildfires, floods, and hurricanes top the most recent news. Tornados, hurricanes, and warm weather storms...reactions8comments
MS Shenanigans at Work: Missing My CommodeWhen my MS flares, fatigue is amongst the first of the symptoms that presents. And amongst what it affects for me personally, are my legs. I no longer walk, but...reactions4comments
TED Hose vs. Compression Socks: My MS Battle of Function Over FashionI will admit that I’ve never been the most fashionable or trendy woman, but I always try to dress nicely and look presentable. Sure, I survived days of teal blue...reactions4comments
All Pain, All DayChronic pain is often a part of living with multiple sclerosis (MS). Much has been written about pain. People living with MS (PLwMS) write from the perspective of experiencing pain...reactions13comments
When My Doctor Didn’t Believe MeMultiple sclerosis is known as the “snowflake disease” for good reason. It affects each of us differently. We may have the same diagnosis in our medical charts, but how it...reactions22comments
Do Natural Remedies Really Help With MS Symptoms?While a lot of Facebook ads can feel like spam or clickbait, some can be helpful and thought provoking. I saw one the other day that shared 9 remedies that...reactions89comments
Playing Catch-UpSometimes, I explain managing my MS like working a second job. Only, I do it at the same time as my everyday job. I often plan, replan, and restructure my...reactions10comments
