This week has been slightly busier than usual and nothing really went as planned. We had another epic Halloween this year, with 2 of 3 parties attended so far, (one more to go for this weekend, hopefully), and I felt well enough Friday that we didn't have to bail. We had originally canceled our Halloween... Continue Reading →
Insomnia and Humira Wednesday #4
Another week has come and gone, with no relief for Mary. I have spent 75% of my time this week in the bathroom, with my legs asleep from sitting too long or vomiting what food I have actually tried to snack on.Yes, I'm still puking. I have not kept down a full meal since July... Continue Reading →
Emergency Room & Crohn’s Inflammation
After Friday's blog post, I got to visit the ER again, for the second time in the past 2 months. I continued to have chest tightness and pressure, and I didn't think anything of it. It wasn't until I mentioned my problems to a friend of mine, that she suggested I call my Humira representative... Continue Reading →
Carpal Tunnel Shots & IVF for Vets
Here we are, another week come and gone, and I'm still not feeling any better. If anything, I'm feeling worse. Since I began Humira 3 weeks ago, I have still felt pretty bad. I can't believe I have to do my third injection this upcoming Wednesday. Like, really? Already? I have continued to have persistent... Continue Reading →
Here I Go Again – Humira Wednesday #2
Since last Friday's blog post, a few things have happened in my Crohn's and wellness journey, other than me shamelessly sharing selfies of myself in Cure for IBD shirts. (Remember, 100% of funds goes to research!) I have had multiple phone interviews with the VA, Humira Wednesday #2 came and went, and, Sunday was our... Continue Reading →
The Week I Asked For Help
What has happened this week in my life? I almost didn't feel comfortable sharing all of the emotions and events of this week with the public, but I have kept it 'real' and honest with you up until this point, so why change that now? This week we're discussing hormones, both fertility and mental health related,... Continue Reading →

