MS Shenanigans at Work: Missing My Commode...When my MS flares, fatigue is amongst the first of the symptoms that presents. And amongst what it affects for me personally...reactions4comments
Back at It With MS...I "woke up" Sunday morning after a bout of insomnia Saturday night. I use the quotations because I'm not even certain I...reactions2comments
Reflections on What I've Gained Since MS...I wrote an article about what MS takes away from life that discussed what the disease has taken away from my life:...reactions9comments
Prompted To Reflect On My Own Disability...I recently happened upon a book about a disabled individual. It was an interesting read. I am a reflective person, and reading...reactions5comments
My MS 'Next': Considering Home and 'Re'-Homing Care...I've been grappling with thoughts of my MS 'next.' Who knew that a 'pivot' could induce such major changes? I didn't. It's...reactions5comments
Sharing One Of My 'In Spite Of MS' Experiences...I did a thing, and it was awesome! I was unsure initially but encouraged to go for it, so I did. It...reactions14comments
MS As It Relates To Ruthlessness...MS is a chronic, unkind disease to live with. You're moving about in life, and it accosts you. Just happens upon its...reactions4comments
Using My MS Voice...MS is the abbreviation for the chronic degenerative autoimmune disease multiple sclerosis. However, those very initials could also stand for many snatches...reactions2comments
Laughing To Keep From Crying: Urinary Incontinence...What are two things that keep you running?A toddler… and an overactive bladder!You keep getting the sudden, immediate need to urinate. No...reactions2comments
My Ode To Raising Awareness About MS...It's important to raise awareness about MS, not just in Awareness Month in March, but beyond. It helps share what MS is...reactions3comments
Leave. Me. Alone., MS!...If you're anything like me, you have a strong dislike for intrusive and bothersome things. For example, you're at a cookout having...reactionscomments
The Impact Of What MS Takes Away...Never necessarily a math whiz in school, I knew what I knew and some areas were better than others. Basic arithmetic, for...reactions24comments
Praying It's Not So: The Fear Of An MS Diagnosis...I loved being a Sunday school teacher. I loved it when I was a leasing agent. I loved being an administrative assistant...reactions6comments
Thinking Back on When I Shared My Use With Assistive Devices...There is this new trend of Reels (short video clips) and Tik Toks. Shout out to Brooke who makes the most entertaining...reactions2comments
Hooray! That's a Bug on Me!...I have always had an appreciation for nature and enjoy being outside - in moderation. I'm just not what one would consider...reactions5comments
Yes Please...I'd Love That!...MS has certainly taken its toll on me over the years. Though it may not be quite finished, I primarily deal with...reactions1comment
COVID Paid Me a Visit...This particular Sunday was like any of my other Sundays. I woke up, chatted with my J's (children, Justin and Jessica), and...reactions7comments
Care Giving With Good Care...Let 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 Living...When 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 Change...Sam Cooke soulfully belts out the chorus of his 1964 hit, "A Change Is Gonna Come." "It's been a long, a long...reactionscomments
