Author Archives: mamasick

I read a lot about what to say and what not to say to a person who is chronically ill.  There are lists and lists of “Do’s” and “Don’ts” and honestly, it seems like a lot to remember! So, from … Continue reading →

Write about what blogging means to you. Why do you blog? What purpose does it serve you and how have you benefited from sharing a piece of yourself online this way? This was one of the ideas for MamaKat’s Writer’s … Continue reading →

For those who don’t know me, I have been chronically ill for almost eight years now with Rheumatoid Arthritis that “morphed” into Lupus, Fibromyalgia, Chronic Fatigue, etc., etc. When I was a teenager I got my first Autoimmune disease, Ulcerative … Continue reading →

First of all, I would like to thank everyone who was thinking good thoughts that I would be able to enjoy my son’s party.  Not just get through it in pain, but actually have fun with him.  Well, you came … Continue reading →

I read Following Polly as a member of the From Left to Write book club.  This post was inspired by this book. When I start a book I read the acknowledgements, as many people do.  Author Karen Bergreen said she appreciated … Continue reading →

Today you had your 4th birthday.  A few thoughts come to mind. 1. I have kept a person alive for four years! and 2. Where has the time gone?  You are still my little sweet pea, though.  You call me … Continue reading →

This post was inspired by Mama Kat’s Writer’s Workshop. Having lived in central New Jersey for over 30 years of my life, I have often thought about my dream home and even have my dream town all picked out, should I … Continue reading →

Invisible Illness Week was started by Lisa Copen in 2002 as a way to help people who are affected by chronic illnesses that are not easily seen and as a way to bring greater awareness to those of us whose … Continue reading →

Yes, this is going to be another one of the hundreds of posts you will read (or skip) from mommy bloggers about their child’s first day of school.  I can’t believe that Tyler is in Pre-K! He has a new … Continue reading →

This book was given to me at no cost as a member of the From Left to Write book club.  The opinions, though, are my own. I was a bit hesitant to read Cowboy & Wills by Monica Holloway, a … Continue reading →