Finding Light in the Darkness: Journeying Through Chronic Illness

Finding Light in the Darkness: Journeying Through Chronic Illness   Chronic illness presents challenges that go beyond the physical; it can be mentally exhausting and debilitating. I often find myself not only contending with the symptoms but also grappling with the overwhelming feelings of worthlessness that arise as my body rebels against me. It’s a […]

“The highs and lows of the clinical trial”

 Living with chronic pain can be an incredibly isolating and frustrating experience. For years, I struggled to find a medical professional who not only believed in my pain but was also willing to explore treatment options with me.   After exhausting countless avenues, I stumbled upon Dr. Plokin at Mass General Hospital, who was conducting […]

Lamb Burger

Mediterranean Lamb Burger I love a good burger! But I also love a burger with a twist. This lamb burger is blended with pork to balance the fat and the bold game flavor of lamb. The cucumber salad adds a bit of crunch from the cucumber and the lemon adds a bit of brightness that […]

The Highs and Lows of Chronic Illness

I wrote these passages four days apart…  One on my way to see my doctor and have some scans done.  The other was written after my follow-up appointment with my scan results.   These passages really depict the highs and lows of having a chronic illness.        The highs can be so high… Most […]