The Caterpillar, the Biologic and Rheumatoid ArthritisI recall my grandfather looking at a Caterpillar bulldozer sitting in his yard at the lakefront property he owned. No one lived...reactions7comments
As I Get Older, People Seem to Care Less About My RAFinding someone. Dating. Relationships. When you have rheumatoid arthritis or any chronic illness, being in a relationship comes with extra challenges. If...reactions8comments
Brain Fog in a Multitasking WorldThe pressure in our society to do everything in the least amount of time is overwhelming, to put it mildly. The pressure...reactions9comments
Tips for Parents of Children with Juvenile Idiopathic ArthritisThere’s a lot of improvements that have come along for families who have children diagnosed with juvenile idiopathic arthritis (or JRA- juvenile...reactions22comments
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
7 Myths About ShinglesShingles is a viral infection that is often misunderstood. Understanding the myths and misconceptions about shingles can help reduce your chances of...reactions2comments
Transitioning HealthcareThis was a difficult article to write, weirdly. Many of the incidents happened soon after I moved to a new state, but...reactions13comments
NumbnessMy first experience with numbness related to my life with rheumatoid arthritis occurred after my double knee replacement surgeries when I was...reactions10comments
Treatment UncertaintyAbout this time last year I switched biologics because the old one wasn’t working for me anymore. While the new biologic never...reactions7comments
How Not to Cope with Rheumatoid ArthritisLately, people have been asking a lot how I cope with RA and the host of adorable secondary conditions that come with...reactions91comments
Practicing PatienceI’m guilty of not always being a patient person. But I cover it up well! I was recently surprised when a friend...reactions2comments
It’s Not Patience, It’s ExhaustionMy husband Richard knows my true nature. I try to hide it and improve upon it, but the truth is that I...reactions22comments
Struggling with the AIP DietI've seen a few posts on our site about individuals who have tried the autoimmune protocol diet (AIP). It's a diet designed...reactions6comments
5 Summer Foods That Help RA SymptomsWhenever I think of summer, I think of all the delicious, fresh, and in-season foods to enjoy! Summer is a wonderful time...reactions3comments
Chronic Pain and Mental DrainWhether you are new to rheumatoid disease/RA or whether you have fought this battle for years, it is important to understand how...reactions21comments
The Chronic Illness "Blahs" - Depression, Anxiety, and DoubtI was in a funk lately. I know, I hate to use that term because it sounds like I’m 100 years old...reactions52comments
Resilience and RA: A Call To ActionResilience is the ultimate life skill. We are all innately resilient; life on earth wouldn't prosper without it. Take a walk outside...reactions10comments
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
Chronic Clencher"You're a chronic clencher," the massage therapist said to me while pressing her fingers into my tender jaw muscles. Wincing from the...reactions34comments
Water is RA's best friendDuring the dog days of summer, we often don’t need much of a reminder to stay hydrated as thirst is a constant...reactions4comments
