I’m Bri, and I’m thriving with RRMS. Stumble Pup is my way of trying to find my way in the new community I find myself a part of, and to provide a little soft space to land for those struggling with MS or mental health issues.

Basics first; I was formally diagnosed with RRMS in April of 2018, but…I had lots of symptoms for a long time. Hindsight being 20/20, it’s really obvious looking back. I figured out it was MS the summer of 2017. Although I’m definitely not the type to hate saying, “I hate to say it, but I told you so,” this wasn’t one time I was excited to be right. At all.

(and I’ve come to realize this is SO true for so many of us with MS)

I follow my own version of OMS, which is plant based + seafood. You can read more about that here. I supplement with high doses of Vit D, exercise regularly, and attend acupuncture weekly. I think this, above all, has contributed to the way I’ve been able to flourish since my diagnosis. I’m healthier now, lesions and all, than I’ve ever been.

Outside of MS, I’m happily married to my best friend. (Idk that I’ll ever get tired of saying that) I’m also a proud fur baby mama to 2 pups, 4 cats, a rescue bird, and a tank full of fish. I love being outside; hiking, camping, and gardening are a few of my faves.

I listen to Harry Potter on tape with frightening regularity, along with podcasts from The Minimalists. Minimalism has played a big part in our lives for a couple of years, and learning to live a life that doesn’t necessarily conform to society’s notions of normal naturally followed. So did the weird looks.

(which I’ve come to kind of really love, because now normal boring people leave me alone)

I’m here to prove that while it can certainly be a speed bump, MS does not have to be the dead end some make it out to be. Be your own advocate, take control of your health, take care of yourself, and stay positive, above all else. I’m here to show you the good, the bad, the ugly, and the shining light of this struggle – if I can learn to juggle life with MS, anyone can.