A Flashback
I like to share different experiences from my childhood when I can. It not only helps me to talk with others, but might also help others to ponder their own problems and experiences that they have faced while dealing with a sick child or family member. I remember when I first became ill and wanted […]
Sick, even on the Holidays
As a child and as an adult, I suffered my fair share of illnesses over the holidays. Let me offer this advice to you- if you or a loved one is facing illness during a family celebration or holiday–it is not the end of the world but it does put a damper on the family festivities. […]
New York
What a week! Going to New York has always been a treat for me. I have always enjoyed dinners at the amazing restaurants and the shows, or just walking around and taking in the sights. There is another side of this wonderful town that is simply for business and that was the reason for my […]
Visiting a Sick Friend
I often speak of my friend Nancy who has been ill since January. The challenges Nancy is faced with have been overwhelming, even for me, someone who is used to being with people who are very, very ill. Nancy has been faced with one problem after another and without knowing what her future holds, my […]
Dealing With a Sick Child
I often think of my parents and what they went through while I was ill as a child. It saddens me to imagine the pain and difficulty they faced as parents to three children, one of them incredibly ill. When I was sitting with the families at the Ronald McDonald House the other night, I […]
My “Normal” Childhood
Summer is here and these days remind me of certain times in my childhood. Although it was anything but normal due to my illness, my parents did their very best to make our family life ”normal” for my siblings and I. I remember taking a trip to the Amish country; I think is was a […]
Blog Reminder
I arranged for my friend who has been ill for many months to have a pedicure and manicure today by another friend in her home. Long overdue on a regular basis, I know she enjoyed the attention and relaxation that goes hand in hand with taking some “me” time for yourself. Since she became ill […]
Family
There is nothing like a good caring family. Of course we all have family and we also have friends we consider to be family. We depend on both to help us through the good as well as the bad times. Sometimes, “Family” members need to be reminded: “Yes, we need you, just like you will […]
Ronald McDonald Houses
This weekend I am so thrilled to be visiting not one, but two Ronald McDonald Houses. On Friday night, we will visit the Camden, New Jersey Ronald McDonald House, to cook and serve dinner, and on Sunday we will visit the location in Philadelphia, just to meet new people and sign some books to gift away. It […]
Reaching Out To Help Others
I often try to think of ways to help others and happily find myself able to come up with ideas that others enjoy joining in on. Things like going to the festivals to raise money and sell raffle tickets, participating in book signings, having lunch with friends while we plan fundraisers, events, or a dinner […]
