Macular Degeneration: A Vision AND Time ThiefI’m just going to come right out and say this because it’s a raw truth about something that I am finding so important lately. Macular degeneration threatens to steal away...reactionscomments
Makeup and Macular Degeneration: Application Tips and TricksPreviously: Makeup & Macular Degeneration - Is It Safe? Makeup application can really be a struggle for someone who’s losing their vision. Macular degeneration often causes loss of central vision...reactions23comments
Valentine’s Day is Coming: Dating with Vision ImpairmentValentine’s Day is right around the corner and for some, that means meeting new people and going on dates. That can definitely be an exciting experience, but it isn’t always...reactionscomments
What's the Difference Between MacularDegeneration.net's Facebook Page and Website?Last month, I was chatting with my mom and her heart was heavy for a new friend who is having some pretty serious issues with vision loss. Her friend was...reactionscomments
Makeup and Macular Degeneration: Is It Safe?Most of us with macular degeneration want nothing more than to protect our eyes at all costs. But, do we have to give up things like wearing makeup in order...reactions1comment
10 Ways You Can Take Care of Your Emotional Health Throughout the DayIt’s no secret that those of us living with macular degeneration also sometimes struggle with our emotional health. Worry, anxiety, depression, sadness, fear, anger, and confusion...are all difficult emotions and...reactions1comment
You’re Not Dying and You Don’t Have Cancer. Why Are You So Sad?Those of us on the MacularDegeneration.net team were recently given a wonderful opportunity to travel for a conference. Our keynote speaker was a woman who recently lost a pregnancy, lost...reactions6comments
How My Failing Eyes Almost Killed My Son's KittenDo you know how sometimes something happens in an instant that completely changes your life? Those 'freak' things that happen so quickly, but seem to be happening in slow motion...reactionscomments
Happy, Healthy New Year! It's 2020!It’s hard to believe this year is already at its end. There’s an old saying about the days being long, but the years being short. The older I get, the...reactions2comments
A Fresh Start in the New Year with a New MindsetThere’s something really special about a fresh start to a new year. Everything feels a little more hopeful, even though all of our ‘stuff’ from last year tends to follow...reactionscomments
How Cold Winter Temperatures Affect Our EyesWinter is on its way, friends, and I don’t know about you, but my eyes are already not ‘looking forward’ to it. Ever notice how your skin seems to feel...reactions2comments
Celebrating the December Holidays in a Healthier WayThe holidays are, by far, the hardest time of year for me to stick with my health plan. We’ve already made it through a few of the toughies, Halloween and...reactionscomments
Why I'm Not Asking Santa for Healthy Eyes This ChristmasIf you could really and truly get one thing for Christmas, anything ONE thing that you wanted...would you wish for healthy eyes? For a long time now, I’ve really been...reactions2comments
Buying Christmas Gifts for the Visually ImpairedIt’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas! We got our first snow in the midwest in November this year, so really it’s been looking a lot like Christmas for...reactionscomments
Be Gentle With YourselfI’ve been a mom for 12 years and a teacher for 15. I have two young, very active sons and take care of a classroom filled with 28 children every...reactions2comments
Being Thankful Even Through Hard TimesThanksgiving is generally thought of as a day to feast and enjoy food while gathered around a table with family and friends. But, Thanksgiving is also a season of reflection...reactions3comments
Worrying About Vision Loss Struggles During Thanksgiving VisitsIt’s that time of year again where many of us visit family and friends to celebrate the holidays. This is supposed to be a really fun venture, and it can...reactionscomments
Feasting at Thanksgiving and Maintaining a Healthy Routine? Is it Possible?Thanksgiving is a time to be thankful for all of our blessings. Many Americans celebrate this special holiday by gathering together with friends and family around a table of food...reactions1comment
Emotional Health Matters TooMany of us know that diet and exercise are important to the health of our eyes, as there is so much information about them in the macular world. We know...reactionscomments
New From Google Maps: Detailed Voice GuidanceIf you haven’t heard the awesome news, in honor of World Sight Day, Google Maps has added a new feature for those of us struggling with vision loss (or for...reactionscomments
