Crohn’s Disease and Struggling With Learning DelayI often look back at my kindergarten years with fondness. There was learning, there was playing, there was naptime. Oh my, how...reactions1comment
I am pretty sure this is what dying feels like....I'm pretty sure this is what dying feels like... It's weird. I'm awake and I'm breathing but I'm spinning down into the...reactions2comments
Don’t Forget To LaughMy grandmother, Sylvia Nagin, who died this year, sadly, at the very sprightly age of 99, was a real inspiration to me...reactions2comments
The Big Bathroom StallThere’s a widespread misconception about the big bathroom stall. According to my former coworker: “The big bathroom (stall) is (only) for old...reactions2comments
How I Avoid the Flu While Traveling with Crohn’sCrohn’s is my constant companion. It’s lived within me for three decades and isn’t going anywhere anytime soon. Regardless of living in...reactions1comment
What is Bravery?A couple of years ago, a few girls started a revolutionary movement called “Get Your Belly Out.” Sahara Fleetwood-Beresford posted a photo...reactionscomments
Destination WeddingIn a few weeks, I will be attending a destination wedding. Yep, you are all wondering where I am going. I am...reactions1comment
The Healing Power Of The SunIn real estate, there is an often repeated adage: “location, location, location.” The same might be true for IBD. As Crohn's and...reactions2comments
My Humira Journey: 4 months onWay back in August, I blogged about my experiences of a Humira hangover. I shared how drowsy, foggy and fatigued I felt after...reactions1comment
Both Joy and Sorrow Are Meant to be SharedAs a person who is an Enneagram 2, who’s favorite book is “If You Feel Too Much” by Jamie Tworkowski, and who...reactions4comments
Staying positive during a Crohn’s FlareStaying positive during a Crohn’s flare is always easier said than done. When my symptoms get severe, I truly can turn into...reactionscomments
Single Mom + IBDThis past October, I celebrated the 10th anniversary of giving birth to my son. It was also the 8th anniversary of my...reactions3comments
Today Wasn't a Good DayYou know how you wake up somedays and you can just feel it's not going to be a good day. As if...reactions2comments
I Finally Saw Another WOCNI have lived with two traditional ileostomies in my life. The first one was when I was 16 and the second (and...reactions3comments
Look Good, Feel GoodIt’s no secret that dealing with a Crohn’s flare is hard. Not only does it take a physical toll on your body...reactions2comments
The Most Dehumanizing Moments I've Experienced with IBDHaving Crohn’s disease comes with several less than desirable moments. For example, having diarrhea frequently and urgently, with occasional loss of control...reactions6comments
Losing My IBD Specialist, Again - The Backup PlanI previously wrote about how I lost my first IBD specialist. She moved out of state for an amazing opportunity. Well, I am...reactionscomments
The New MommyI can remember it like it was yesterday. The cold, sterile room, the hint of hand sanitizer combined with the smell of...reactions1comment
Hospital Food Really SucksToday, I’m going to talk about a bit of a lighter subject: hospital food. Man, that Jello can be incredibly firm, almost...reactionscomments
The Out-of-Body Patient ExperienceThere is something that happens to me often when I am hospitalized for a long time, I have a major surgery, or even...reactions1comment
