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)...reactions5comments
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...reactions20comments
Reflecting on ChangeSam Cooke soulfully belts out the chorus of his 1964 hit, "A Change Is Gonna Come." "It's been a long, a long...reactionscomments
Be Mindful of "Harmless" Witticisms - Particularly Relative to HealthOscars 2022..."Jada, I love you. GI Jane 2, can’t wait to see you," Chris Rock says in jest to Jada Pinkett Smith...reactions4comments
Exciting yet Stressful Times Lead to 'MS Pieces'Recently, during a time when I could have benefitted from a little peace, I ironically happened upon the inspirational figure, Iyanla Vanzant's...reactions6comments
The Joy Nestled Beside MeMy parents' visits begin with a "Hi Di!" and a kiss and then we delve into chatter about this and that, and...reactions19comments
Mother's Day Reflections: What Made Me a Mom With MSI know what made me a daughter. The Heavens sent me to be birthed into the world through parents that never faltered...reactionscomments
Those Times When MS Is Not Just There, but 'There'You already know you have MS. I mean, it's always hovering about and there's just no way out or around it. There...reactions20comments
Diagnosis MS: My Past, Present and FutureSince March was MS Awareness Month, I thought I might reflect and ponder on my nearly 15-year journey with MS - where...reactions6comments
Messaging With a Friend Ushers In MS Awareness Month - And My RealityEach Monday, I enjoy starting my day by texting good morning greetings and well wishes to friends and family. The intent is...reactionscomments
When Not 'Getting It' Turns FatalThe very day I was diagnosed with MS, I received a script for a cane. Several years later, I began using a walker...reactions1comment
A Bit of an MS VentI've read articles that talk about what people should not say to someone with multiple sclerosis. I always agree. I also understand...reactions10comments
The Villainous MSBeing a victim of theft can make you feel worried, sad, frustrated, scared, or angry. Years ago, I hosted a birthday party...reactions2comments
Tips for a Happy New MS ’22 YearIt's another new year and if you're like me, you're an optimist and are looking forward to all of the wondrous things...reactions1comment
A Bit of Empathy Goes a Long WaySometimes multiple sclerosis makes me numb. At times, I can't feel parts of my body like my feet, legs, hands, and arms...reactions5comments
Seasons Greetings, MS: Blessed to Enjoy Another HolidayThere are some people that are just 'over' the holidays. The pandemic and its risks in addition to the recent surges and...reactions2comments
Checking Out (With My MS) SeizuresI'm aware enough to know that I've been "here" before. "The" concerned look(s) focused on me, the headache, extreme tiredness, and feeling...reactions7comments
Let The Names Upon My MS Journey BeginWhen I was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, my world, as I had known it for 37 years, suddenly changed. Now, there was...reactions9comments
Asking Myself The Hard QuestionsMS is so unpredictable. This chronic disease often presents mysteries that are quite unsolicited, such as, how I will feel on any...reactions11comments
My Journey with My New Assisted 'Friends'It was a hot day in July 2007 when I sat registered, signed in, and anxiously awaiting my turn in the spacious...reactions3comments
