Tuesday, June 11, 2013

Vicki's Posts

Resolutions and MS -- Question of the Week

What do you think about New Year’s Resolutions? Did you make one? If yes, how are you doing with that now? The long-time tradition of New Year's resolutions is practiced around the world, usually around the beginning of the year. In my personal blog I wrote about A New Beginning  around 2000 BC when the Babylonians’ resolutions... Read moreChevron

MS, Thanksgiving, and Shopping - Question of the Week

Did you go out shopping on Black Friday? Cyber Monday? Did you get the bargains you had hoped? Any problems?Thanksgiving began as a celebration when the Pilgrims finally had a successful harvest, and they invited the Native Americans to share because they shared information with the Pilgrims. Since then, it became a day focused on food, love and... Read moreChevron

MS and Halloween, What is your costume? - Question of the Week

In October of 2009, Lisa Emrich wrote a question about Halloween and MS. I thought it was creative, cute and thought-provoking.  So maybe it’s time to re-visit her question. Here it is, exactly as Lisa wrote it then. (Thanks, Lisa.) Halloween with MS: What Costume Represents You?   Welcome to the final week of October!!  The... Read moreChevron

Americans with Disabilities Act and MS: Question of the Week

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was signed into law more than 20 years ago. George H.W. Bush signed the bill in July of 1990. Do you think the ADA is a good law for those of us with disabilities? If yes, why? If no, why not? The ADA was written when disabilities rights groups shared drafts and edits for more than 20 years. After living... Read moreChevron

MS and Personal Goals -- Question of the Week

What is a personal goal, and how do you think it could be achieved? Some people have more than one goal. I know I do. For example, I have two goals affected by my MS. I have work that must be completed, even though I have limited abilities. Many MSers have a similar situation. As my disabilities increase, I try to focus on my abilities. I have a... Read moreChevron