I began my slow-dance with MS in September of 1996.  Although I am not taking any MS medications now (due to a doctor's recommendation), I have taken Avonex, Copaxone and Rebif.

Yes, I have taken so many shots--I'm like a human dribble cup!

I have done the IV steriod treatments in the past as well as apitherapy (bee venom therapy) since 2002.

I get Botox treatments every three months for spacticity.  And I wear a Dynasplint to bed every evening.  (It is an 8lb "boat anchor" on your leg to correct foot drop!) 

I am a strong believer in eating right and exercise.  (It makes me feel better than ANY medication!)

I lost my job in Feb of 2009 (didn't everyone?) and went on Disability later that summer.  I also started a humor website My Odd Sock.com.  The writing is therapy to me while providing laughs to those who struggle with MS.

I don't claim to be an expert.  In fact, at My Odd Sock, I often say "I am an expert on nothing--only an idiot on everything."  Thus, my writing is from my experience only, straight-forward, in a tongue-in-cheek style.

I give you honest words with a twist of humor.

Enjoy