Things I can do in spite of MS
I CAN DO many things that even “abled” people have trouble with.
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Entries by Penelope Conway
Life is crazy right now
Sometimes life grabs us, takes hold and shakes us hard. We are left with our head spinning and we are desperately trying to just hang on. At those times we wish life would give us a break.
Cracks in the concrete
Cracks in the concrete are reminders to me that you can fall apart no matter how strong you think you are. MS changed everything. At first, I couldn’t believe what was happening.
Feeling run down
I had a difficult time this past week with my health. I had grown so weak and lethargic that I wasn’t good for anything. I didn’t have any strength to even eat.
20 things I love about multiple sclerosis
Vertigo – I get to pretend that I am on a Trans-Atlantic sea cruise every day… plus I like wearing Hawaiian shirts.
Disabling Fatigue – I get to take naps and snuggle with my pillow.
Insomnia –
Do you see me?
How can something you can’t see hurt so badly? That’s the problem with multiple sclerosis. It’s not visible and it makes you feel alone.
Conquer the MS Beast
MS challenges? Pfft, they’ve got nothing on me! I’m like a bulldozer, smashing through obstacles with sheer willpower.
My multiple sclerosis decision
After much thought, research and prayer, this year I made the decision to no longer use any MS therapy drugs to treat my MS.
All aboard the multiple sclerosis express
Ladies and gentlemen, this is the non-stop flight to a life with multiple sclerosis. On behalf of the Captain and the entire crew, welcome aboard.
To appreciate the sunny days you have to go through the storms
Multiple sclerosis is going to give you troubles at some point in your life. All of us go through them but everyone faces it differently. Many times it feels like it’s a constant struggle. Other times you may get a reprieve and have a moment of sanity and calm.
1. Simplify your life.2. Watch your thoughts. What goes in, comes out.
3. Surround yourself with positive people.
4. Take time for yourself, even if it means saying "no" to others.
5. Be grateful, laugh and celebrate life.
6. Think more about what you have as opposed to what you don't have.
7. Help others.