I grew up in the Bronx, but it was a long time ago. It was when you could go outside and play without being locked inside a gate or having your mother watch over you like a hawk. If you did something wrong, your parents heard about it because your neighbors told them. You could [...]

As some of you who read some of my blogs know, I am a proponent of stem cell research. I think since I have multiple chronic illnesses, including autoimmune diseases and these illnesses may pass onto my children or my grandchildren I want research available on many types of cures. There is currently research on [...]

My Aunt Barbie fell last night at home and broke her shoulder and cheekbone. After being rushed to the hospital about 10 PM, being put through numerous tests and finally being admitted to a room, she was told that she would need surgery today.
My Mom and I arrived at the hospital this morning about 10 [...]

This week while listening to people call into the conferences of Invisible Illness Week, there was one common point I kept hearing over and over. People who have chronic illnesses especially those who have an invisible illness often feel misunderstood. So true! I can definitely relate to that.
When I was first diagnosed with Myasthenia Gravis [...]