Category: My Life with MS

  • Monthly Weigh In

    139.6 – 2 pounds less. I’m not getting too excited. The only thing I’ve done differently is going back on the stationary bike, pedaling 2 miles daily. I am concentrating on eating only when I’m hungry and not because I’m bored, or because I eat the same thing every day, or trying to stay awake.

  • Ampyra – Missed Dose II

    Oops I did it again……I’ve been dying to use that! I was called into the garden yesterday because the people who were hired to do inventory cancelled due to Covid, and they were calling on volunteers to help with inventory. I was happy to oblige. Having the whole week off was wonderful, I thought I…

  • N. Carolina here we go again

    We had to travel to N. Carolina last week to make out choices for the home we bought in River Bluffs. I was looking forward to this and happy to start getting this going. Our appointment was at 11 am with the builder, and following that with the interior designer, (not really an interior designer).…

  • Ampyra – Missed Dose

    I can’t tell you how many years I have been on Ampyra, I know it is at least 15. I actually take the generic, Dalfampridine ER 10 mg. tabs. This is a time sensitive pill to be taken 12 hours apart. I take mine at 9:30 am and pm. The morning dose I never miss…

  • Game Shows and Disabilities

    I have been watching game shows on and off throughout my lifetime. Sometimes because there is nothing else on TV, and other times, like Jeopardy and Wheel of Fortune, because I simply enjoy them. One thing they all have in common is the fact that I have never seen anyone in a wheelchair participating. I…

  • Skin Tags

    Let’s talk “skin tags.” I didn’t know there is an official name for them, you know, as you age, small growths, moles, red spots that appear on your neck and chest. These are very common in women and men. They are harmless and to have them removed is not covered by your insurance. Removal is…

  • Breaking Habits

    “Old Habits Die Hard”– There is a reason that old adage exists: Truth. I am having a very hard time breaking some, if not most of my daily habits. First thing in the morning, I get out of bed between 7 and 7:30 am, even if I’m still tired. I am a morning person, most…

  • IPL Laser Treatment – 1st Treatment

    I went for my first laser treatment the other day at Richmond Dermatology, their aesthetic center. As usual, we did a drive buy to see how accessible the office was. There were no steps, and multiple handicapped spaces in the front with ramps. I was immediately put at ease and was looking forward to my…

  • Monthly Weight Update

    My weight this morning is 141.1. I have been within a few ounces give-or-take for 4 months now. This is eating whatever I want, no dieting. I am pleased in the way that I haven’t gained any weight considering all the sweets I ate, and not pleased as I look at myself in the mirror…

  • December – I Lost the Whole Month

    Today is December 29, 2021. I have not been in a position to write any entries until now. Even so, I’m finding it hard to catch up. December is usually a very busy time, with shopping, wrapping, Christmas cards, and traveling. This month I also participated in my first craft fair, (separate post), watched the…