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 →
23andMe DNA Test Results
I am finally getting a chance to break down my 23andMe DNA Test results, so I hope you are ready to learn something about Mary, if you care to read this. For a 10% discount code for 23andMe - https://refer.23andme.com/s/b6jzu . So, first, I want to share the image of my 23 chromosomes. This is... Continue Reading →
Loading Dose – Humira
Since last week's post Hurry Up and Wait, my Crohn's Journey has entered the new chapter of Humira and hoping for remission. Our Labor Day weekend consisted of homework and coloring my hair green, and not much else. I hate that Philip's holidays and long weekends are ruined, but he doesn't seem to mind doing... Continue Reading →
Hurry Up and Wait
This week has not gone as planned. Since last week, we had our fantasy football draft and I managed to get another week with 100% credit in my communications class. Now with football back on, I'll have to reschedule my homework days so I don't miss the Sunday and Monday games or my Bengals. Who... Continue Reading →

