After 20 years with Multiple Sclerosis, I’m reflecting on the lessons, resilience, humour, and unexpected joy that chronic illness has brought — plus a little reminder that sometimes turning lemons into lemonade includes actual lemon loaf.
Tag: My Multiple Sclerosis Journey
Hydrangeas, Hope & The Joy of a New-to-Us Garden
Moving into a new-to-us home turns every garden season into a bit of a treasure hunt. This spring, a quietly resilient hydrangea reminded me that blooming doesn’t have to be loud or perfect — sometimes it simply means showing up again. A gentle reflection on gardening, living with MS, and finding comfort in slow, steady growth… plus a simple lemon herb chicken recipe inspired by the season.
Things I’m Learning in This Season
In this season of life, I’m learning that slower doesn’t mean stuck — it means present. After years of raising kids, working full-time, traveling, and moving at full speed, I’m finding joy in being rooted, nesting into our new home, and savouring the small, everyday moments. This post is a reflection on choosing stillness, honouring change, and ending the day with a meal that feels just right.
More Than Medicine ~ When Doctors Become Allies
Living with Multiple Sclerosis means appointments are part of the rhythm of my life. Add osteoarthritis and the realities of getting older, and suddenly my calendar tells a story I never planned on writing. Somewhere along the way, my doctors stopped being just specialists…and became my biggest allies.
When the Road Teaches You Where Home Is
After a year and a half of chasing our bucket list and living untethered, I thought we still had more road ahead of us. But somewhere along the way — and especially when we stepped into the house we would eventually call home — something shifted. This is a reflection on adventure, roots, and the quiet pull of family that reminds you where home really is.
Bucket List: Dreams to Reality with a Spicy Beer Chili Recipe
Why do we wait until things take a turn for the worse to start a bucket list?
Winds of Change + Prime Rib & Hamburger Beef Barley Soup
Change — it’s funny how it can feel both terrifying and exciting all at once, isn’t it? We’ve made the big decision to sell our house, and as I stand in the middle of the chaos of boxes, paint cans, and “keep or donate” piles, I can’t help but feel every emotion at once. The…
Managing MS: Navigating Social Media Challenges
I’m not too proud to say I can turn a molehill into a mountain but it can always go back the other way
When Life (and MS) Tells You It’s Time to Pivot – Tysabri to Mavenclad
When MS changes the plan sometimes the only choice is to pivot – with faith, courage and a little grit
My Action Plan for MS – Weathering the Storms & A bonus of Smoked Burnt Ends Pork Belly
Living with Multiple Sclerosis means learning to expect the unexpected — flares happen, and they can turn a normal day upside down. Over the years, I’ve built my own action plan for when MS tries to take the wheel. From being honest with loved ones and tracking symptoms to practicing self-compassion and finding joy in small things (like a bowl of cornbread or time in the garden), these steps help me navigate the storms with grace, grit, and a little bit of hope.