I am not sure if anyone’s favorite chore is grocery shopping. It has not been mine. I have tried to make it a game, a contest, a scavenger hunt, a team event, and even my ‘me’ time. “Wait, most of those are the same!”, I already hear you say. Some overlap, I admit. But I… Continue reading Grocery Shopping
Baking
I love baking. It soothes my soul. It brings me joy to see others enjoy the cakes, cupcakes, cookies, pies, and pastries. I enjoy trying new recipes, techniques, and ingredient swaps. When I received word that my employer was outsourcing a large group of positions - including mine, I brought in to work a big… Continue reading Baking
2020 Education
2020 is a tough year. This is a gross understatement, I know. Despite your politics, your beliefs of the world pandemic, and your expectations of how everyone should be handling and reacting to these issues, every day 2019 activities look a lot different in 2020. And they will continue to look different into at least… Continue reading 2020 Education
What works? Part 4
I have purchased a variety of items that I thought would make tasks easier for me and my MS symptoms. Some have worked well and some have not. Many were recommended based on my symptoms, some were brainstormed, and some I stumbled upon. My issues are mobility, weak dominant hand/arm, balance and stamina. I have… Continue reading What works? Part 4
What works? Part 3
I have purchased a variety of items that I thought would make tasks easier for me and my MS symptoms. Some have worked well and some have not. Many were recommended based on my symptoms, some were brainstormed, and some I stumbled upon. My issues are mobility, weak dominant hand/arm, balance and stamina. I have… Continue reading What works? Part 3
What works? Part 2
I have purchased a variety of items that I thought would make tasks easier for me and my MS symptoms. Some have worked well and some have not. Many were recommended based on my symptoms, some were brainstormed, and some I stumbled upon. My issues are mobility, weak dominant hand/arm, balance and stamina. I have… Continue reading What works? Part 2
What is Multiple Sclerosis (MS), like?
What is Multiple Sclerosis (MS), like? I see the question “how do you explain MS to others?” frequently in MS social media support groups. If the information is needed to tell adult loved ones then the suggestion to take the loved one to their next MS neurologist appointment is given. There are usually a few… Continue reading What is Multiple Sclerosis (MS), like?
What works?
I have purchased a variety of items that I thought would make tasks easier for me and my MS symptoms. Some have worked well and some have not. Many were recommended based on my symptoms, some were brainstormed, and some I stumbled upon. My issues are mobility, weak dominant hand/arm, balance and stamina. I have… Continue reading What works?
Gluten Free & Dairy Free Update
I am not pushing either of these diet options. Believe me, I wish I didn't need to follow these diet restrictions. I personally feel better overall being very limited gluten. Being dairy free helps with a specific medicine side effect. I have continued to push the envelope on the definitions and tried more of the… Continue reading Gluten Free & Dairy Free Update
MS Instructions
Life is a balance between eating, resting, and activity. When you have MS, the balance adds on levels of complexity. Professionals will give contradictory advice “use it or lose it” and “conserve energy”. Ok. How?? You will also hear encouraging mantras. “Manage your symptoms.” “Manage your MS.” “Don’t let them manage you.” More great advice… Continue reading MS Instructions
Life, Humor, and MS 