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  • Doctors & Hospitals

    First Neurology Appointment

    I had my first neurology appointment, a long overdue referral that my rheumatologist sent over back in November. At that time, I had just begun having strange headaches and very noticeable tremors in both hands….

  • Doctors & Hospitals

    Two Appointments

    It’s the Monday after a whirlwind travel weekend, and I’m exhausted and in a truckload of pain. As I pulled myself out of bed this morning, I thought ‘why in the name of all that is good would I schedule two appointments today?’

  • Family & Relationships

    Should I Stay or Should I Go?

    The question of the day is, “Should I stay or should I go?” The stress is building because I can’t decide whether I should try to make this trip to visit Hubby’s parents this weekend. His Mom and Dad will be….

  • Doctors & Hospitals

    Today is Mammogram Day

    Since my sister’s breast cancer diagnosis in 2013, mammograms have never been the same, emotionally. Physically, yes, my breasts and chest still hurt after getting flattened like a pancake. But, emotionally, …

  • Emotions of Lupus

    Riding A Roller Coaster of Fear

    All day today, I’ve been riding a roller coaster of fear. My thoughts range from having courage and strength enough to take me to the heights of bravery in the fight against Lupus and Lyme-related infections; but, ….

  • Emotions of Lupus

    The Day After My Lyme Disease Follow-Up

    I had my follow-up appointment with the Lyme disease doctor yesterday. Waking up that morning, I tried so hard to push the nervousness aside. I had plenty of time to meditate about ….

  • Emotions of Lupus

    Lyme Disease Follow Up Tomorrow

    As I face one more day until my follow up appointment with the Lyme doctor tomorrow, I just finished reading “The Beginner’s Guide to Lyme Disease,” by Nicola McFadzean….

  • Family & Relationships

    We’re Home!

    We’re home! What a whirlwind trip. I’m happy I did it, but I’m in so much pain. It was worth it to see family. I made a very conscious effort to take it easy, but the simple act of interacting and socializing put a huge ….

  • Family & Relationships

    Happy Birthday, Mom!

    Happy birthday, Mom! She’s 73 years old today, and thank God, she’s never been really sick, and she has no real idea what it means to live with Lupus or any other chronic health condition. The only time….

  • Emotions of Lupus

    Surprised to Have a Good Day

    I’m always surprised when I have a good day. Today was no different. I woke up with my usual stiffness in my bones and tightness in my chest, but unlike last Saturday, I could breathe. Oh joy! And, this Saturday morning was …

  • Emotions of Lupus

    Working on Taxes and Waiting for Test Results

    I spent the day waiting on test results and working on our taxes—in bed. I mean, all day…. Laptop and mouse on my laptop tray. Bank statements, compiled medical and prescription ….

  • Symptoms & Reactions

    Keeping Up Despite the Pain

    I’m in pain today, and I’m trying so hard to keep up with everything. I received my book in the mail—the one that the Lyme doctor recommended. I had no idea how much conflicting and confusing information there is ….

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