5 Fabulous Tips to Enjoy the Beach Without a Lupus Sun Flare!
Doctors say that people with lupus cannot be in the sun. I still shudder when I hear the words, “You will never be able to be in the sun again.” I remember hearing those exact words years ago in my rheumatologist’s office and leaving in tears. Being the ultimate sun worshipper, I took this as…
Men and Lupus
If you’ve been reading my site for a while, you know that I focus on helping women with lupus live a full, vibrant life. But what about men? Does lupus affect men as well as women? To answer this question, I’ve asked Ruby Andrew to share some of her research about men and lupus. …
My Meltdown in Spain
After all this rain, the weather has finally warmed up enough to not wear a jacket. I just love days like this. I’m finally over my jetlag from a recent european trip. Every year for my birthday, I love to travel to a new location and am usually gone for up to 10 days at…
Positive Affirmations: The One Thing Your Body Needs Right Now to Heal
You’ve just come back from your specialist appointment – one among several – and how are you feeling? Did you receive good news or encouragement? Did you hear phrases like “You are almost there!” “You are healing beautifully.” Or, how about “You look amazing, and your lab work has improved substantially?” Or, did you hear…
What Do You Ache For?
Every day, we experience deep desires, the kind that constantly tug at your soul. The longing. I know its there. We all have them. I remember the pain I felt the second my eyes would open each morning. My only desires at that time were to be pain free and to walk without limping. Ohhh,…
