We all know that Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome (LEMS) doesn’t discriminate. Those who are affected by the disease come from all walks of life and from all over the world. Today, I’m excited to introduce my readers to Sam Joseph,…
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Social media comes with a lot of pros and cons. One of the positive aspects of Facebook, in my opinion, is the memories feature that sporadically pops up. I love it when long forgotten memories pop up in my…
Not long ago, my family traveled to San Francisco to visit our son and his new wife. It was our first chance to travel since our daughter Grace was diagnosed with Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome (LEMS).
It has been just over a year since I began writing this column, “Stretcher-Bearers.” What a blessing it has been to become a part of this community and to be able to share information and…
As we enter what I consider to be the most wonderful time of the year, I reflect on why this season of giving is so magical. Does it really have anything to do with the gifts under the…
I have come to appreciate the act of learning late in life. Until recently, I had taken for granted the ability to go to school, learn, and be educated in the field of my choosing. It was something I…
It’s often true that we never really know how much we treasure something until we no longer have it. We can also tend to take things for granted in life by never truly appreciating what we have until it’s…
“I don’t want my pain and struggle to make me a victim. I want my battle to make me someone else’s hero.” — Unknown I never gave much thought to those living with chronic illness until our family…
“All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given us.” — J.R.R. Tolkien The most wonderful time of the year is almost upon us. In my eyes, the Christmas…
We live only two hours from “The Happiest Place on Earth,” so it’s no surprise that we used to frequent Disney World. Each year, my children would push me to ride bigger and scarier rides. I’m more of…
“I’m so glad I live in a world where there are Octobers.” — L. M. Montgomery, “Anne of Green Gables” October has always been one of my favorite months. I grew up in the beautiful Northeast of the…
My daughter, Grace, is an animal lover, always wanting to rescue the homeless or sheltered dog, the stray cat, or the random gerbil that needs a new home. So it was no surprise to me when she…
It’s funny to think how life’s little moments can suddenly become momentous. Rarely do I start a day thinking it will be spectacular. However, when we intentionally look for the good flowing through our days, we can’t help but…
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