5 Obstacles People with Rare Diseases Face; Readers Share Their Stories
Did you know that 1 in 10 Americans has a rare disease? In the U.S., a rare diseases is defined
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My Tribute to TLC, Body Image Pioneers
I’m so psyched. This morning, I got tickets to New Kids on the Block’s upcoming tour (“The Main Event”)–this year, TLC
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Disability ≠ Less Attractive (Part 2)
In my previous post, I talked about the reaction I always get at formal events when people see me with
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Disability ≠ Less Attractive (Part 1)
Read Part 2 here. When I attend formal events like weddings, at some point, someone will say to me, “You look
Read moreLet Me Introduce You to Handistrong
People with disabilities put up with a lot. Every day. Either our needs are ignored (like stores with nonfunctioning disability
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6 Things NOT To Say to a Sick Woman About Her Appearance
People are surprised when I tell them about insults I received due to changes in my appearance from illness. If
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6 Tips: How to Wear Jeans When You’re Gaining Weight (#HAWMC)
Sorry for my absence this week. I’ve been making over a hardworking mom who has six illnesses. When I give
Read moreA Lesson I Learned the Hard Way (#HAWMC)
Today I continue WEGO’s Health Activist Month Challenge (#HAWMC), which I’ve been enjoying immensely. Day 19: Lesson Learned. What’s a
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5 Challenges & 5 Small Victories (#HAWMC)
I continue WEGO’s Health Activist Writer’s Month Challenge (#HAWMC). Day 18: 5 Challenges & 5 Small Victories. Make a list
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3 Style Lessons from Mad Men’s Peggy Olson (Elisabeth Moss); How to Get The Look!
I am so excited about Mad Men returning tonight! I’ve previously blogged about the show’s style—see, Style Lessons from Mad
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