SilenceAs I write this, it is 5:45 AM. I am up early with a pulsing backache. I did not sleep long, and...reactions5comments
Every Step I TakeMany people walk through the world without thought. They may notice a crack in the sidewalk or a large root in a...reactions6comments
How to Know When to Change MedicationsIt’s a tricky art to figure out when to change medications for rheumatoid arthritis. To be honest, I have probably leaned too...reactions13comments
A (Travel) Dream Deferred, Part 1"To travel is to live." --Hans Christian Andersen Last winter I was determined to take a big trip back to Europe to...reactionscomments
Wobble BobbleWe recently adopted a scary-smart dog. She picks up on the subtlest of cues and knows what’s what. She doesn’t stay distracted...reactions14comments
The Cheese (Ch)EaterI love cheese. I love it so much. And I can taste it right now as I write this: a rich and...reactions7comments
RAlationshipsBeing in a relationship is hard. Anyone who says they have it easy is either lying, or – well, nothing. Lying, that’s...reactions4comments
So Long, SandalsI practically live in my red, double strap Birkenstock sandals. I slide them on as soon as it's warm and dry enough...reactions7comments
Beware the Pharmacy Benefits ManagerIt’s been a long haul. Last year around this time I realized my current medication wasn’t working as well, that it’s effects...reactions12comments
When Do I Talk? What Do I Tell?Having a lifelong illness comes with a ton of unique trials and tribulations. There are things that we experience that most people...reactions2comments
There is a Light, Don't Let it Go OutMusic has always been an important part of my life. From as early as age 4-5, I remember my mom playing the...reactions1comment
Being Let Down by a DoctorWe all know the health care system is changing, and not for the betterment of patients. These days it’s all about reducing...reactions2comments
It Is Not Too LateYOU ARE NOT TOO OLD AND IT IS NOT TOO LATE! These words of encouragement and empowerment are part of a meme...reactions2comments
The Good LifeI was recently asked to reflect on how I have managed to live with RA for over 20 years, while being a...reactions2comments
I Am EnoughEvery once in a while I come across a string of words that rocks me to my core. A few months ago...reactions28comments
The Treatment TreadmillWhen I was originally diagnosed with RA and began to consider, along with my care team, how to treat it, I had...reactions2comments
Failing ExpectationsIt can’t be helped, but I’ve done a lot of failing expectations in my life with rheumatoid arthritis. While I’ve worked hard...reactions16comments
Waking Up is Hard to DoOpen eyes? Check. Stare at the ceiling for five minutes? Check. Make sure pets are still alive? Triple check. Consider everything I...reactions61comments
Put on a ShowI’ve often said being young with Rheumatoid Arthritis presents some unique challenges and deciding to show my symptoms is a regular debate...reactions25comments
RA, PTSD & MeThe other day I read an interesting article that caught my attention, written by my friend Wren for RheumatoidArthritis.net: "The PTSD of...reactions7comments
