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Julie on Multiple Sclerosis
Tuesday, January 25 2011
I don't think of myself as impaired or disabled or limited - most of the time. I work, I ride a bicycle, I host family dinners, I'm engaged in life seemingly as much as the next person.
But limitations have crept up on me and when I hit one, or it becomes glaringly evident, it sucks! A few weeks ago, I went to Hawaii and one of my goals... Read more
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Julie on Multiple Sclerosis
Thursday, September 02 2010
A study was just published by the American Academy of Neurology that showed a 2-fold increase in brain lesions during the spring and summer months. The study said that solar radiation could be the culprit.
I'm just stunned by this. All this time, I just assumed that sun and heat just brought on temporary symptoms - not that it could make... Read more
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Julie on Multiple Sclerosis
Tuesday, August 17 2010
My heart was just about beating out of my chest as I approached the tennis court. Would I be able to hit the ball, raise my arm to serve, move enough, last long enough, tolerate the pain, and deal with anything else MS wanted to toss my way?
Would there be a way for me to adapt my physical issues so I could still participate in something I used... Read more
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Julie on Multiple Sclerosis
Wednesday, July 14 2010
I thought I'd share this little journey of mine since some of you might relate to parts of it. I consider one of my biggest losses since my diagnosis seven years ago is not being able to play tennis anymore. My legs have become too stiff, clumsy and a bit weak to chase balls - and a lack of stamina (that darn fatigue) doesn't let me play for... Read more
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Julie on Multiple Sclerosis
Tuesday, June 29 2010
I'd like to toss my quandary out to all you helpful folks who understand the strangeness MS brings into our lives. I've appreciated all the input you've given me over the last couple years that I've posted here. Having a community of ‘friends' is so meaningful and keeps me from feeling so isolated with this disease.
Ok, so here's my issue.... Read more
