Dealing with the Never-Ending Unknowns of MS is Such a Pain for Me - LiterallyI’d be a liar if I said I didn’t think about ending it all a little over 6 years ago. I was...reactions32comments
When Something Feels Wrong, I Round Up the Usual SuspectsManaging a chronic illness is like solving a series of crimes. Day after week after month after year, we are assaulted by...reactions6comments
What Are “Active” and “Inactive” Multiple Sclerosis?Active, progressive, relapsing? Your doctor may talk to you about these terms, but what do they all mean for you? Multiple sclerosis...reactions11comments
At Home With MS"...Can't do is like don't care meaning neither one of them have a home…" – Maya Angelou, I Know Why The Caged...reactions2comments
Mistreatment or Abuse by a CaregiverIt is estimated that 1 in 4 people with multiple sclerosis (MS) experience disability that is significant enough to warrant formal caregiving...reactionscomments
The Challenge of Consistency and EmploymentGoing to work. Preparing and cooking meals. Cleaning your residence. Exercising. Showering. Taking medication. These are all common activities in our day...reactions8comments
I Am Feeling the ItchSometimes, I feel the itch to do things I used to do before MS, like travel, hike, golf, and stand up to...reactions10comments
Pamper Yourself on the Good Days, TooWe all want to feel good, right? We want MS to stay in the background and get no where near centerstage. It’s...reactions7comments
MRI: How They are Useful, Problems They Can Cause, and Why I Don't Have Them AnymoreIf you have been diagnosed with MS or have been tested for it, you’ve had at least a couple of magnetic resonance...reactions47comments
Wait, Who is Making My Medical Decisions?I’m not going to pretend to be anywhere near close to fully educated on how health insurance works. However, as someone who...reactions10comments
Why Aren't We Treating with the Most Effective Medications Early On?When I was first diagnosed with multiple sclerosis over 20 years ago, I started treatment as soon as I could. My original...reactions16comments
Adventures in Grocery Shopping with MSI’ve always loved going to the store. At least up until my MS worsened enough that I could no longer ignore it...reactions29comments
MS Comic: Making ExcusesBefore her MS diagnosis, Brooke used to search for reasons to stay in. Check out her comic below about all the funny...reactions2comments
8 Hours Is Never EnoughSleep. Sleep. Sleep. All I do is sleep. Eight hours is never enough. I spend more time in the bed than I...reactions41comments
Comic: All the Irritating Things That Come with MSWhat are the most frustrating things that happen with your MS? Brooke shares some of her biggest pet peeves in this comic...reactions30comments
Give Yourself a BreakLiving life with a chronic illness like multiple sclerosis can be extremely demanding. For many, trying to live as normal a life...reactions33comments
Explaining Unpredictable Fatigue: "I'm Fine, for Now"This is a follow-up to an article that I had written a while ago, Definition of, "I’m Fine." Really, I feel like...reactions18comments
Inside an InfusionIn the 20+ years since I’ve been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, I’ve witnessed significant advancements in treating the disease. While we don’t...reactions8comments
The Other Side of AngerHow many times have you been told not to be angry? These words have been said to me often. Hearing the directive...reactions10comments
MS's Constant Assault on Mental HealthContent warning: The following article discusses depression and passive suicidal ideation. Please know that there are many resources available for support including...reactions25comments
