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The Lighter Side of: Waiting to Vomit

Vomiting is just plain awful. The best part about a retching fit is the blissful moment after finishing when the nausea has subsided and …

The Lighter Side of: Severe Flare-Ups

Flare-ups are a normal aspect of the life of any chronic illness patient. There are countless diseases that include both constant symptoms…

Sacrifice (Part 5): Muscle Cramps

I think it is safe to say that we have all suffered muscle cramps. Those nasty cramps that come on suddenly and sharply and are so distrac…

Sacrifice (Part 3): Stomach Upset

This is part three of a multi-part series addressing misunderstandings and stigma around people who deal with consistent pain. This post i…

Fruits and Veggies

Omg do I love fruits and veggies!!! Seriously. I would probably be a vegetarian (or part-time vegetarian) if I could eat primarily fruits a…

Body Says STOP

Today I got a nasty little jolt to remind me to stop and rest. It was a nice reminder for me that it is vital to keep doggie bags around a…

Expected Crash and Why It Was Worth It

Oh man. Yesterday was the worst day of an expected crash. On Sunday I got to sing on an outdoor stage for the popup shops and food trucks…

Wrong Food

What it feels like: I swallowed a double-edged sword. Every 30 seconds or less, with each movement of peristalsis, this sword is ripping m…