Chronically Awesome

The Juniper Tree

The author expresses a love for unusual animals and plants, highlighting the resilience and unique beauty of the Utah Juniper…

4 months ago

The Hidden Curse: The Illusion of ‘Normal’ Lab Results

Endless Pokes I got normal lab results again recently. It was just a CBC with differential. Nothing big. But still…

4 months ago

The One Where I Find Out I Have Epilepsy

Epilepsy in Hiding Did you know you can have epilepsy for decades and not know it? Turns out that's true.…

10 months ago

Right Side Down–An ER Visit

24 Hours in an ER

2 years ago

A World Turned Upside Down

It's amazing how quickly the world turned upside down. I live in Utah and two weeks ago I went into…

5 years ago

The Epic Tale of Immunoglobulin Therapy

Today (Leap Day!) is Rare Disease Day so I thought I’d share my experiences having a Primary Immunodeficiency and being…

5 years ago

The Cost of Chronic Illness

In 2019 I thought I’d keep track of the cost of chronic illness, or at least mine, for a year.…

5 years ago

Mast Cell Disease Friendly Gift Suggestions

Looking for gift suggestions for a friend or family member with a Mast Cell disease (your "Mastie")? Giving and receiving…

5 years ago

The Mask: Life with Fragrance Allergy and Sensitivity

Let's make one thing clear out of the gate: I hate wearing this stupid mask. But because I have a…

5 years ago

Life on the Edge

I live life on the edge. The edge of an allergic reaction. The edge of medical science. The edge of…

5 years ago

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