Oh! You, Too?It was like a brain freeze without the cold part. I was frozen in place and my brain went blank. I had...reactionscomments
Staying Connected in the WinterSocial connection is important in general, but it’s critical when you’re living with a chronic illness like multiple sclerosis. It’s too easy...reactionscomments
All Catheters are not Created EqualThanks to my neurogenic bladder, caused by a disruption of signals in my spine thanks to multiple sclerosis lesions, I have difficulty...reactions16comments
Finding Light Through Darkness: Accepting My MS DiagnosisI read a poem that deeply resonated with me and my 18+ year journey with MS: I kept running away from my darkness until...reactions44comments
Exercising Consistently is Hard, But Care Partners Can HelpOne cannot understate the healthful impact of exercise on our physical and mental well-being. Those who run, walk, swim, or practice yoga...reactions8comments
Poking Myself In The EyesOne day my mom called me a girly girl. In response, I swiveled my head and asked her exactly what she was...reactions2comments
The Nasty Twinge of JealousyOn the outside, I’ve got that giant smile on, ear to ear, probably even showing a little teeth here and there, as...reactions36comments
My Challenges With Healthcare AccessibilityI was diagnosed with relapse remitting (RRMS) in July 2007. At the time of diagnosis, I was still able to work, drive...reactionscomments
When It Comes To MS, You Can Call Me A 'Hater'To have or feel a strong aversion, incredible dislike, or extreme disdain of something can sometimes be construed as hate. Hence, the...reactions11comments
My Relationship With MSIn the past, I have been in relationships that were not good and some that were really not good. Whatever the reason...reactions11comments
My Epiphany: What I Realized Going From RRMS to SPMSAs life keeps going, there will be plenty of ‘ah-ha!’ or ‘lightbulb’ moments. Or the sudden realization of something you missed from...reactions7comments
With MS, I Appreciate the Convenience Of ConvenienceI’ve never been one to turn a blind eye to practices that were beneficial in helping me to efficiently care for myself...reactions4comments
Just ‘One of Those Days’ With MSThe weekend was fine. No strenuous activity. I wasn’t under any pressure or strife. I simply went to bed; went to bed...reactions4comments
MS Fatigue: Can I Get a Charger?My cell phone. My life line. I manage to keep it pretty busy. I do practically everything with it. But after a...reactions34comments
Bring On The Sunny D. Vitamin D, That IsThinking of the four seasons, my two favorites are spring and summer. I like the warmer yet milder temperatures of the spring...reactions2comments
Has MS Made Me Selfish?I have never been so unreasonable as to be inconsiderate of the needs or desires of others. A person who cares only...reactions36comments
Coming To Grips: Changes In Movement... Or The Lack ThereofMy ‘babies’ are no longer babies (sometimes, I miss them in their younger years). I can no longer ‘burn the midnight oil’...reactionscomments
An Odd CorrelationI’ve never been a drinker. In college, I joined friends in ‘braving the waters’ before a party once, and it was quite...reactions2comments
Strolling Down My DMT Memory LaneI remember feeling the emotional mix of joy and relief on July 13, 2007, upon receiving my RRMS (relapse-remitting multiple sclerosis) diagnosis...reactions11comments
Silence Is Not Always Golden – Sometimes It's LoudImagine a classroom full of adolescent students diligently working silently at their desks. Pleased that you could hear a pin drop as...reactions12comments
