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 easy to know what’s happening to us emotionally...reactionscomments
Macular Week Giveaway: Terms and ConditionsOfficial Rules, Terms and Conditions for the Macular Week Giveaway NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. A PURCHASE DOES NOT INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED. The...reactionscomments
Before the Fire and After the Flood (Part 1)Our family used to have trouble remembering when things happened. For example, when did we all go away for that beach holiday together? Or what year did we have seafood...reactions2comments
Finding Support When You Live with a Visual ImpairmentIf you have a visual impairment like macular degeneration, your feelings may range from distress to loneliness to frustration. Plus, if your loved ones have difficulty understanding what you are...reactions3comments
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 lot of time focusing on what was going...reactionscomments
Time, Patience, and DisappointmentAnyone who knows me will tell you I’m a patient person, but now I realize that it’s something I may need to work on. My injection appointment yesterday has shown...reactions6comments
Dialectical Behavioral TherapyMonday, they “rotor rooted” my right Achilles’ tendon. I had developed tendinosis, a severe form of tendinitis, and my Achilles had become “mooshy.” The doctor cleaned out the moosh with...reactions2comments
Anxiety, Irritation, and Macular DegenerationWith apologies to Mick Jagger, 'I can't get no irritation.' But I can! This week I had to have my Driver's License renewed. Last year when I looked at my...reactions2comments
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 a reason for concern as flashing lights can...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 HUGE pasta fan... well... I love to eat...reactions1comment
I See DifferentlyI am a person who lives with an invisible disability. Stargardt's is my official diagnosis and it impacts my retina. As a result, it is difficult for me to see things...reactions3comments
Macular Degeneration - Why Me?When I was diagnosed with age-related macular degeneration (AMD) at the age of 66, I was not too surprised. After all, my mom and my younger sister both had wet...reactions6comments
Chronic Dry Eye Treatment GoalsChronic dry eye, often simply called “dry eye,” is a disease of the surface of the eye that can happen when your eye does not make enough tears or there...reactionscomments
Glaucoma and Chronic Dry EyeChronic dry eye, or simply “dry eye,” is a disease of the surface of the eye that can happen when your eye does not make enough tears or there is...reactionscomments
Cataracts and Chronic Dry EyeChronic dry eye, or simply “dry eye,” is a disease of the surface of the eye that can happen when your eye does not make enough tears or there is...reactionscomments
The Difference Between Macular Degeneration and Macular PuckerMacular degeneration and macular pucker both impact the macula. However, they are 2 different conditions. The macula sits at the center of the retina, the light-sensing part of the eye...reactionscomments
A Whole New World, A Whole New YearWe are in the final countdown of 2020. This year started off with promises and hope. 2020 was the start of something grand. Just hearing the sound of 2020, no...reactions1comment
Myths and Misconceptions of Chronic Dry EyeBeing diagnosed with chronic dry eye can bring about some uneasy feelings and questions about the disease. You may have already heard about chronic dry eye and have your own...reactionscomments
Medicines for Chronic Dry EyeChronic dry eye, often simply called “dry eye,” is a disease of the surface of the eye that can happen when your eye does not make enough tears or there...reactionscomments
Pickled Honeydew And MoreHoneydew melon season must be starting as I found them finally reasonably priced the other day in my local grocery store. They’re one of my favourite fruits when I can...reactionscomments
