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Warning: Currently Under The Influence

Thanks to an early afternoon IV cocktail of sedatives to get through my MRI for a nasty case of claustrophobia, I just woke up from a nap and am just about ready to climb back into bed and sleep the rest off. Playing patient is so exhausting. My phone is lighting up like a Christmas … Continue reading →

Checking In

I’ve taken a bit of a respite from writing. I didn’t set out to take a break, but our lives have been a little chaotic and now, more than a little complicated. My mother-in-law has been in Intensive Care in critical condition since last Monday and Paul has been in Connecticut by her side with family … Continue reading →

Sharing, Unexpectedly, A Story About Day 1

I volunteer my time as a Patient and Family Advisor for Emory Healthcare as a part of their Patient and Family Centered Care initiative. Working in partnership with administrators, physicians and nurses, I participate in the planning, delivery, and evaluation of healthcare at Emory.  Simply put, it’s about including patients and their families as integral … Continue reading →

May Possibly Stick to your Refrigerator

Had my 10th MRI on Tuesday and as of this morning, the appliances in my kitchen have not flown off the counter at me when I walk by.  The scan was “clean”, so we move ahead with our life between MRI’s and remain hopeful for my continued health.  Deep breath… exhale… drink fat ass glass … Continue reading →

Chicken and Waffles

I made a trip downtown Atlanta (Midtown) today for lunch with friends. Any other day, place or companions and it would have been just another fabulously fun girls lunch. Girls lunches are great. Afternoons (or late mornings in my case) that you look forward to with girly excitement; you’re finally taking time for yourself and … Continue reading →