Women’s Health: Join the More Than Boobs Initiative This September
UPDATE: I will be speaking on HuffPost Live next Tuesday (09/30) at 12:45 pm EST discussing the
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Illness: Self-Advocacy in Social Settings; What We Wish You Understood
Right now, my right foot is swollen. It’s slowly getting better. I have to admit that yesterday afternoon I feared
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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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5 Ways I “Vacationized” My Last Hospital Visit
It’s taken me a while to post an update on Tuesdsay’s neurological visit but I finally have my “vacation pictures”
Read MorePlease Help Me Make a Sick Girl’s Birthday Special
Friends: If you have a moment, I need help with something important. One Fashionably ill reader, Cynthia, has asked for my
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Work & Chronic Illness (Part 2): How to Find Accommodations
In my previous article (Work & Chronic Illness Part 1: 4 Things Not to Say to Sick People), I shared
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Work & Chronic Illness (Part 1): 4 Things NOT to Say to Sick People
One of the most common things people with chronic illnesses or disabilities hear is, “You’re so lucky you get to rest
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Reviews of Arbonne Eye Shadows: Vanilla and Titanium
If you’re new to this blog, Arbonne is an all-natural, botanical skincare and wellness company. Aside from skincare, nutrition, and
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My Interview With Ms. Wheelchair Illinois, Pearl Gannon
I recently attended the Abilities Expo where I met Pearl Gannon, Ms. Wheelchair Illinois. You can watch Pearl compete live
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6 Tips for Staying Sane Despite Trials On Top of Illness
I haven’t posted anything in two weeks. It’s because my emotions have been up and down—I’ve vacillated between feelings of
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