Pillow PlacementDisclaimer: I still wake up frequently and commonly experience pain and stiffness in the morning. The pillow placements I talk about below...reactions15comments
Giveaway: Paraffin Wax KitUPDATE: The Paraffin Wax Kit Giveaway is now closed. Thank you for your interest! This September, we are acknowledging Rheumatic Disease Awareness...reactions7comments
Advocating for Rheumatoid Arthritis: Being a Voice in Court The Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines being an advocate as, “one who supports or promotes the interests of a cause or group.” The day...reactions18comments
Stronger Hands: Keeping Your Small Joints StableKeeping my strength up is one of the biggest uphill battles of my life. This is also the case when it comes...reactions9comments
Insurance SurprisesWhen living with chronic illness, health insurance is vital. There’s absolutely no way many of us could pay for treatment and care...reactions10comments
RA Relationships and the Big ContradictionWhen you have a chronic illness like rheumatoid arthritis, especially for many years, there’s a unique contradiction that occurs. Interestingly, the longer...reactions12comments
Chronic Illness Runs in My FamilySome chronic illnesses can run in the family. My dad has a form of arthritis that is chronic and inflammatory — though...reactions7comments
Quality Sleep is Hard with RA: Tips and TricksYou never realize how difficult the act of sleep can be until it becomes an issue for you. For many people, sleep...reactions28comments
Exploring the Option of SurgeryAll of the times I have had surgery, it never felt optional. It always felt like something I needed to do to...reactions7comments
My Experience with Integrative MedicineMy next acupuncture appointment is coming up soon and I'm looking forward to it, as always. It feels great to get back...reactions9comments
Frustrated with Rheumatoid Arthritis Advertising!!I remember the first time I noticed an advertisement about rheumatoid arthritis medications. The patients were smiling and doing everything they wanted!...reactions19comments
What Would Change If My RA Was Suddenly Cured Tomorrow?As some of you may or may not know, I authored a piece last month where I talked about a question that...reactions44comments
My Experience with Tricyclic Antidepressants for Pain ManagementLike many of us, I’ve been forced to learn as much as I can about rheumatoid arthritis in the years since my...reactions9comments
With a Little Help from Our Friends: Lessons from GenesisA couple of years ago, my husband Richard and I had a great time seeing Phil Collins in concert. We were excited...reactions3comments
The Perpetual HangoverI am not a big drinker; I never have been. I drink socially on occasion, but I never felt the appeal to...reactions38comments
Summer Fun with RASwimming in the springs isn't the same when you have RA. You have to take care of yourself and your body wherever...reactions7comments
Staying Healthy During TransitionsLiving with rheumatoid arthritis for most of my life, I’ve had plenty of time to figure out what helps and hurts me...reactions3comments
Exhausted By Strength"I dream of never being called resilient again in my life. I'm exhausted by strength. I want support. I want softness. I...reactions23comments
Take Care of You!A common thread in our community discussions is the lack of family understanding and support you might face when you live with...reactions24comments
The "If You Could Go Back and Not Have RA..." QuestionSomeone asked me the other day, “If you could go back and not have RA, would you do it?” It’s a question...reactions26comments
