I Need a Hug!"I don't need therapy, I need a hug." I saw this quote posted on Instagram recently and quickly saved it to my...reactions2comments
Are These Test Results a Mistake?A couple weeks after starting a new biologic medication this fall I went to get my blood tested. I doubted anything would...reactions4comments
Assume the Best, Plan for the WorstSince my recent retirement from my full-time job of 24 years, there is a natural progression for me to “take stock” if...reactions2comments
The Things You Cannot SeeDiseases such as rheumatoid arthritis/rheumatoid disease (RA/RD) are called “invisible disabilities” because most people who have them do not have highly visible...reactions16comments
Dr. Who's On First“Doctor. Doctor. Doctor. Doctor.” Anyone who has tried to get anything done after years of RA (or any other autoimmune illness) knows...reactionscomments
All NaturalIn the last couple of months, my RA has become more symptomatic, especially in the hands. I was able to lower the...reactions11comments
Oh, My Aching TeethIt would not be an exaggeration to say that my dental woes are on par with my RA issues. Now, how much one...reactions22comments
I HATE WinterWhen people meet me, they quickly learn these basic facts. 1. I am married to Sheryl, 2. We have two sons who...reactions17comments
RA Medicine Treatment PrimerFor those who have only been recently diagnosed with RA, the treatment options can be overwhelming. There are Biologics, DMARDs, NSAIDs, steroids...reactionscomments
A (Travel) Dream Deferred, Part 2The following is Part 2 of "A (Travel) Dream Deferred" In a previous article I wrote about how I fell in love...reactionscomments
Planning Recovery TimeMy husband, Richard, and I had just returned home after a day-long car trip and almost a week out of town when...reactionscomments
Little Things Make A Big DifferenceWhen you live with rheumatoid arthritis, in many ways your life shrinks. Opportunities come off the table, hobbies take a back seat...reactions12comments
Sugar, Spice and Everything Nice About the HolidaysI know I’ve said it before but I’m going to say it again: I LOVE THE WINTER HOLIDAYS. I especially love baking...reactions3comments
Tips For Sharing Your Illness - Vol. 1One of the biggest issues I hear from people who have RA is that others don’t seem to understand the disease. It...reactions1comment
Everyday HeroicsIsn’t it true that sometimes a person doing the right thing can really turn your day around? I certainly have felt this...reactions4comments
The Art of Stepping DownThe past few months have been a rough go. Living with rheumatoid arthritis/rheumatoid disease (RA/RD) always includes uncertainty. This is an unpredictable...reactions12comments
Winter Wear and RAIn this video, contributor Nan Hart discusses meeting winter's challenges in comfort by choosing the right clothes...reactions2comments
A Strange Thing Happened at the AcupuncturistAbout fifteen years ago I was really struggling with my JRA. I had run out of options medication-wise and my inflammation rates...reactions1comment
RA Anxieties: Loss & ProgressionIn this series, we discuss causes of anxiety for those facing physical illness and its side effects. Phrases in bold are the...reactions2comments
Changing LanesI am recently retired from a full-time career I had for nearly 24 years. Why does that matter now and how does...reactions1comment
