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These days it’s more difficult than ever to hang out with my friends. They’re all working hard to pay bills and get through college. It’s rare that we can all take a day off to catch up. That makes the little time we spend together special. …

I feel like the only thing I do is take care of my body. I am constantly weighing the odds of every decision, theorizing risks of negative bodily impacts.  Medication compliance is unpleasant. I take so many medications that it could be considered a passivity. I hate…

Halloween pulls at my heartstrings. I love it so much that even Christmas comes in second. Maybe it’s thanks to all the beautiful fall colors or the excitement of digging out my favorite sweaters. Or perhaps it’s the smell of pumpkin spice flooding the air. I daydream about…

Society is an odd concept if you really think about it. It controls us like puppets on a string. As society continues to evolve, it seems to value chivalry and manners less over time. This can pose an issue for those of us in need of assistance…

There are many skills to learn if you recently have been diagnosed with a chronic illness. These range from being organized for doctor’s appointments to finding the best mobility assistance equipment. In today’s column, I will share my experience choosing a power wheelchair.  I got my current…

One of the best days of my life was when my family and I brought home my dog, Andre. The second my eyes fell on him, I melted into a puddle, overwhelmed by his cuteness. He was the most adorable ball of fluff and I couldn’t fathom that…

Being a healthy able-bodied human being must be nice. Not having to worry about taking medications or planning out your day based on your energy levels. Not having to wonder if your next joyful jaunt will be ruined by nausea or heart palpitations. That sounds like bliss. Many…

In life, there are good and bad versions of everything. When it comes to doctors, some get lost in their egos or refrain from showing emotion in patient relations. Unfortunately, I have dealt with many of those types of doctors. Luckily, I now have wonderful physicians who help…

A few years ago, if you had asked me what it means to be eco-friendly, I would have given you the average answer: “Turning off your lights when you’re not using them and conserving water when possible. Being eco-friendly also includes recycling things made of plastic, glass, and…

All my life, I’ve been very lucky not to be burdened with food and eating problems. For a brief period as a young teen, I watched what I ate due to body dysmorphia, but it never was extreme. Thanks to my mom’s healthy eating habits and the…