Information and opinions on Rheumatoid Arthritis from Booboo711 at MyRACentral.com. The HealthCentral Network, Inc. (www.HealthCentral.com) is one of the top health destinations on the Web, with more than 35 condition-specific, wellness and general health Web properties. http://www.healthcentral.com/rheumatoid-arthritis/c/244340 http://www.healthcentral.com/rheumatoid-arthritis/c/244340/rss self application/xml en-us 15 120 19 http://www.healthcentral.com/images/hc_logo_sm.gif http://www.healthcentral.com/rheumatoid-arthritis/c/244340 http://www.healthcentral.com/rheumatoid-arthritis/c/244340/87363/top Fri, 18 Sep 2009 22:55:16 -0400 Booboo711 When I was 17 years old I joined the United States Army and found myself in basic training. I enjoyed the challenge and yes it was stressful. I thrived on being an M1A1 Abrams Main Battle Tank Armor crew member. I also enjoyed the physical part as well as the mental part of being on the tip of the spear. After basic I was assigned to Bravo Company 2/72AR in Camp Casey Korea. One of two Armor units responsible for patrolling the DMZ on the North... http://www.healthcentral.com/rheumatoid-arthritis/c/244340/87363/top http://www.healthcentral.com/rheumatoid-arthritis/c/244340/87224/sta Thu, 17 Sep 2009 20:50:28 -0400 Booboo711 Even though I have only been on this journey for a short period of time since I received my diagnosis of Rheumatoid Arthritis I felt I wanted to tell you about taking a stand against a Med my Rheumy wanted to put me on.   During my last Rheumatologist Visit my doctor and I discussed the option of me being put on Methotraxate. After coming home and researching the side effects I decided that I will not go on this medication. I have other... http://www.healthcentral.com/rheumatoid-arthritis/c/244340/87224/sta http://www.healthcentral.com/rheumatoid-arthritis/c/244340/85813/hope Mon, 07 Sep 2009 13:49:38 -0400 Booboo711 Well been having issues with RA with work and also my RA Flares. I shall begin writing again tomorrow, and God willing continue to write each day http://www.healthcentral.com/rheumatoid-arthritis/c/244340/85813/hope http://www.healthcentral.com/rheumatoid-arthritis/c/244340/79200/mis Sun, 19 Jul 2009 19:39:16 -0400 Booboo711 Well, I have been fighting a battle lately with my Rheumy and finding a new one. He was good at first but he stopped listening when I was telling him the meds he had me on where causing severe pain where my spine was fused.   So tomorrow the chipper me shall be back with a quite lengthy post. http://www.healthcentral.com/rheumatoid-arthritis/c/244340/79200/mis http://www.healthcentral.com/rheumatoid-arthritis/c/244340/73639/tho Fri, 05 Jun 2009 19:07:40 -0400 Booboo711 Often times we spend days wondering "what if?" The "What ifs?" That come up from time to time are the following: -did I make the right career choice -what would I do if money were no object -should I make a career change -what are my real passions in life I know the answer to the last for me; Aviation, Business, Safety of Aviation, Aircraft Maintenance, and Photography. Being an Aiframe & Powerplant Mechanic who takes everything... http://www.healthcentral.com/rheumatoid-arthritis/c/244340/73639/tho http://www.healthcentral.com/rheumatoid-arthritis/c/244340/73081/abs Mon, 01 Jun 2009 19:21:51 -0400 Booboo711 Just wanted to write a few words and let you guys know that I am still around. I have been dealing with a flare that has been affecting my spinal fusion and my hips have also been hurting from it.   I will update tomorrow to let you know about what has been on my mind. http://www.healthcentral.com/rheumatoid-arthritis/c/244340/73081/abs http://www.healthcentral.com/rheumatoid-arthritis/c/244340/67898/glad Mon, 20 Apr 2009 11:53:05 -0400 Booboo711 Sitting before the tomb of Christ I look for guidance. I can only think of now, at this time,  the joy he has given us through his resurrection. Yet, I also look at this as a new time for my soul. I look not on my triumphs over the evil one but on my shortcomings. I look not at how I have avoided drunkenness, envy, and debauchery; but how I have fallen short in anger, rudeness, impatience, gluttony, sloth, and selfishness. I look to... http://www.healthcentral.com/rheumatoid-arthritis/c/244340/67898/glad http://www.healthcentral.com/rheumatoid-arthritis/c/244340/66551/time Thu, 09 Apr 2009 18:40:55 -0400 Booboo711   Well hope this shows up. I was hoping to be able to type more. Just dealing with a flare. Still working on raising money for the Arthritis Foundation. If wanting to help me out let me know.   I will type more hopefully this weekend. http://www.healthcentral.com/rheumatoid-arthritis/c/244340/66551/time http://www.healthcentral.com/rheumatoid-arthritis/c/244340/66291/back Tue, 07 Apr 2009 19:57:01 -0400 Booboo711 I will write more later, doing ok now. Can't wait to write about being in Peru. I had a great time. http://www.healthcentral.com/rheumatoid-arthritis/c/244340/66291/back http://www.healthcentral.com/rheumatoid-arthritis/c/244340/64595/cure Wed, 25 Mar 2009 16:54:32 -0400 Booboo711 As I sit here preparing to leave for Church all I can thing about is the pain in my feet, hands, and wrist! I am ready to thank God for all that I have and what I can do. I refuse to let this disease set limits on me. Where will this all lead I am not sure but I know God has his reasons. I don't see my rheumatologist for another month but I know if he seems to not answer my questions during my next visit then I know it will be time to find a... http://www.healthcentral.com/rheumatoid-arthritis/c/244340/64595/cure