I cut my hair to emotionally prepare for losing my hair during chemotherapy. It’s not for everyone, but it did help me transition from long locks, to hair coming out, to shaved head with really no hair.
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Diagnosis: Multiple Sclerosis
The process of being diagnosed with a chronic illness is not always straightforward. This post describes my experience in being diagnosed with multiple sclerosis.
Keep Trying Hard Things
I grew up very active and athletic. When I was young, I was the only kid in my grade to make it to the top of the rope in the gym climb. Yes, I totally just dated myself as a child of the 80’s with that. I was tough and […]
Living with Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
A post promoting MS Awareness To describe living with a chronic illness, it’s going to seem like complaining. So take this more as a list of experiences, rather than a list of complaints. I was diagnosed with Relapsing Remitting MS nearly 5 years ago. In that time, many things have […]
MS in the Summer
Balancing Motherhood, MS, and the FOMO. I was always a summer sun person. As as child, I played outside or swam everyday until dark. As a teenager, I swam in the early mornings and again in the evenings for swim team, playing outside with friends much of the day in […]
Ginger Peach Smoothie
A peachy keen smoothie to start any kind of day.
Banana Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Muffins
A family favorite banana muffin that freezes really well.
Double Chocolate M&M Cookies
Spring Style Soft, brownie-like cookies studded with chocolate chips and M&Ms. Who can resist? This recipe has been a family favorite for years! The original recipe is from Baker by Nature. No stand mixer or fancy tools required! Just lots and lots of chocolate! YUM! Purchase the seasonal versions of […]
Mint Chocolate Smoothie
A healthy green smoothie that will make your think you’re drinking a milkshake!
Cupcake Wars Party at Home
Planning and preparation for a cupcake wars match at home!