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: Wellness
Relief Strategies for MS & Sciatica with Tomatillo Salsa Delight
Between fatigue, nerve pain and sleepless nights, I’ve learned to celebrate little victories. This easy, bright tomatillo salsa is one of them!
Embrace Love: Unshakeable Gift of Family & Our Favourite Avocado Feta Butter Lettuce Salad
My reflection on the love and support of family, paired with a fresh avocado butter lettuce salad recipe—simple, healthy, and perfect for sharing.
Overcoming MS: Still Standing After the Storms with a Quick Orzo Greek Salad Recipe
“Some days I move mountains. Other days, I rest and remind myself that I still moved”
Embracing the Power of Gratitude with a Savory Sweet & Sour Meatball Recipe
Let’s be honest — gratitude isn’t always easy, I get it and I am one who 100% knows how lucky I am. But I am also the first to admit that gratitude isn’t always easy. Especially when your body doesn’t cooperate. When you wake up already tired. When plans are cancelled again, because you just…
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.
What doctors may not tell you when you are first diagnosed with MS
When I was first diagnosed with MS, I had no idea what to expect. Over time, I’ve learned that doctors can’t tell you everything—because every journey is unique. Here’s what I wish I’d known back then about living, learning, and finding grace through the unknown.
When Managing Becomes a Full Time Job: Living with Chronic Illness Burnout
Living with a chronic illness can feel like working overtime without a day off. Between managing symptoms, appointments, and emotions, burnout is bound to happen. Here’s how I’ve learned to recognize it, cope with it, and remind myself that grace and gratitude matter just as much as grit. Because even when life gets heavy, there’s still room for grace, grit, and a little Jalapeño Jelly.