The New Year & CheckpointingThe new year. Every time it happens I always feel compelled to write the standard “hopes and resolutions” piece. Problem is I’ve...reactions1comment
The Great Sinus Situation of 2018Oh, my lungs hurt? It’s the methotrexate. My ribs are inflamed? It’s the rheumatoid arthritis. My tongue is sore? That’s just the...reactions9comments
The Pain of RALately I’ve seen a lot of people talking about the pain of RA. How it’s unrelenting, unforgiving, and seemingly without end. I get it...reactions60comments
Tips for Minimizing Your Fall RiskFall risks are all around. But when your mobility is impaired, fall risks are amplified. As such, so should be your awareness...reactions3comments
Go Enjoy Your Life"Go enjoy your life. Really. I mean that seriously. Go enjoy it, 'cause there are people fighting like hell for it." --Claire...reactions1comment
Secondary ImpactsUsually, RA is our biggest health issue but not always. In my case I have three of these autoimmune conditions and it...reactions2comments
RA Snapshot: End of a WorkdayWith relief, I finally make it to the end of my workday. All day long I have tried to focus on the...reactions8comments
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
Fear of Fear of Missing Out (FOFOMO)When you have a disease like RA, the “bad days” bring a lurking fear of missing out, like that guy at the...reactions8comments
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
