my stumbles through life with ms
This week did not get off to a pleasant start. Without going into too much detail, let’s just say I was the conductor of the hot mess express and my best friend is the craziest passenger of all. (this week) Every time I get stressed out, I get sick. This…
We all know them – and most of us have at least one in our lives, if not more. The snooty relative that watches from a distance, with a sneer. They’re quick to comment when anything doesn’t go as you planned, but are silent when you succeed. The fake friend…
Full disclaimer – this is an affiliated post. If you purchase through a link, I may receive a commission, at no cost to you. A few months ago, I knew something had to change. My health was at its lowest – and that’s saying something considering I have rrms. My…
This week, I received two pieces of awesome news. I was asked by a teacher to speak at IUPUI next semester on MS and Exercise, and I was asked to submit an audition video for a web series on rrms. Stumble Pup is movin’ on upppp. What does this mean?…
This time two years ago, disability advocacy would have never crossed my mind. I’ve always been the type to go out of my way to be polite and courteous to others; holding doors open, making sure the lady in the wheelchair can get through, walking delicately around the blind guy…
Hey there, I’m Bri. I started Stumble Pup when I was freshly diagnosed with Relapsing Remitting Multiple Sclerosis. I’d been struggling with mysterious symptoms for years, and had several different misdiagnosis. Once I finally heard those words, I made a promise to myself – I promised I was going to…
I’ve tried writing this a couple times, but admitting when I’m not living up to my own standards is hard. Right now I’m pondering the decision I’ve made to give up the ccma program I’ve been invested in since February. To be honest, the first couple of weeks should have…
This Friday is no longer brought to you by a flare! I’m feeling so much better. I woke up yesterday morning without that usual ache, the weather pattern around here is finally calming down, and I’m 99% sure I’m officially on the mend. After last weeks er visit, I’m grateful…
“Nothing in the world is worth having or worth doing unless it means effort, pain, difficulty… I have never in my life envied a human being who led an easy life. I have envied a great many people who led difficult lives and led them well.” Theodore Roosevelt April 8th,…
If you follow me on Instagram, you know I’ve had a lot going on, but didn’t want this week to pass before I brought up a couple of things. First up are the ignorant comments from Dr. Phil. He had the audacity to say 100 out of 100 care giving…