Preventing Eye InfectionsI don't know about you guys, but I am constantly aware that my eyes are touched so much. When I was a...reactions1comment
From "Woe is Me" to "Whoa, It’s Me!"I did a thing today called putting up a boundary and standing up for what is right. That may or may not...reactions2comments
The Emotional Stages of My DiagnosisI’m extremely passionate about the mental health aspect of disease diagnoses. I recently realized, through my own healing process, that much like...reactions9comments
Homemade Eye-Healthy GuacamoleWho doesn’t love a good chip and dip combo? Guacamole is not only delicious but the star ingredient, the avocado, is PACKED...reactions1comment
Following Up with the Doctor on Vision ChangesMacular degeneration may be stealing my vision, but it can't have my joy! At the beginning of November, I started having some...reactions3comments
Balancing a Healthy Body with a Healthy SoulThe holidays are officially over, and I’m headed back to my classroom... Ummm, a few pounds heavier than I left it before...reactionscomments
A Refresher Course: Eye Health and SugarAnyone newly diagnosed with macular degeneration finds out pretty quickly just how much there is to learn about it. There is so...reactions3comments
Protein and Eye HealthProtein is a macronutrient, or type of food that is required in large amounts in our daily diet. Protein is essential in...reactions1comment
Catalina Taco SaladIf you know me, you know I love a good salad. Sometimes, however, eating the same old salad over and over again...reactionscomments
Mental Health Impacts: GriefIt is no secret that a diagnosis of macular degeneration causes some really difficult feelings. How can it not? It isn’t always...reactionscomments
Celebrating Small Victories With Vision LossI used to pity myself for not being able to see well. Feeling sorry for myself came easily because I spent a...reactionscomments
The Flashes That May Not Go AwayIn the first part of this article series, I discussed my newest symptom of macular degeneration, flashing lights. Normally, this would be...reactions5comments
Asian Inspired Brown Rice Noodles and Veggie Stir Fry BowlI recently came across the awesomeness of brown rice noodles while having a socially distanced dinner at a friend’s house. I’m a...reactions1comment
New Year, New VisionWow. 2020 was definitely a surprise to all of us, wasn’t it? I remember writing my new year article at this same...reactions2comments
That Moment You Realize Just How Much Your Vision Has Changed in a YearI had one of those moments recently where I realized just how much my vision has changed in one short year. For...reactionscomments
Easy 5 Ingredient Turkey Pasta BakeSome nights just require an easy, filling dinner that I know my whole family will enjoy. As a mom who is always...reactions1comment
Not the Lights I Planned to See this ChristmasIt’s been an unseasonably warm few months here in the midwest. I’ve been taking complete advantage of the nicer weather and enjoying...reactions1comment
10 Days of GratitudeThe holidays have arrived! I have made it a priority this season to slow down and not let the season's inevitable craziness...reactionscomments
A Macular Degeneration CarolWe all know the ol’ Christmas story, A Christmas Carol, about Ebenezer Scrooge. You know, the guy who hates Christmas because it...reactionscomments
When Macular Degeneration Is Triggered By Everyday MomentsI was in my kitchen last weekend cooking up some chili for a family chili cookoff. It was a beautiful fall morning...reactions1comment
