The Early Bird Gets the Stiffness
My brain wakes my body up early. There’s so much to do, so many challenges to tackle, that from a logical perspective, the early bird gets the worm. My body, on the other hand, wakes up slowly. Stiff and swollen, …
Author: Sandy
Driving to Florida and Back
–or Why I’m Giving Up Coffee– Recently, I drove from my home just north of Boston, all the way to Tampa, Florida. I have family there. I also had heard a rumor that it’s generally warmer there than in the …
This Week: By the Numbers
2 – press releases written since Monday14 – yoga classes taught since Saturday 7 – classes taught in the last two days 392 – unread emails in my inbox right now 19 – unread emails on my phone 0 – …
So You Say I’m in Remission
Pretty much every time I visit my rheumatologist, he tells me, “you look good. You’re in remission.” Unfortunately, by the time I get to his office, I’ve usually been awaken for about three or four hours minimum and the worst …
Google Alert: Rheumatoid Arthritis
The other day, I realized it had been nearly a month again since I’ve written here. I don’t have a lot of RA-related epiphanies these days, I guess. In any case, to find more fodder for this blog, because I …
Don’t Ask How Old I Am. Please.
Amongst elders, there’s a commonly understood, but usually unspoken, rule: Don’t ask a lady her age. It’s impolite. It’s unprofessional. And it makes people uncomfortable. There are just way too many ways to get the answer “wrong.” Although I write this …
Silence is Golden, Except When Blogging
Quiet feels so nice these days. Between running from here to there, keeping up surface-level connections with acquaintances and handling the personal necessities (eating, sleeping, etc.), silence really does feel like a coveted precious metal or gem. I find I’m …
Finished a 30-Month Study
The other day, I received the final survey for a research study I’ve been participating in for nearly three years. My first thought was, “WAH-AT? There’s no way I’ve been in a study that long… Have I even had this …
Patriots’ Day — Happy Marathon Monday
Happy Patriots’ Day! Since I don’t know any Patriots, I’d like to also give a shout to what this holiday means to the New Englanders who are celebrating it. (Please note: I’m separating myself from the pack just a little …
Social Media & the Path to Anywhere
People like to talk about all the things you can do with social media, all the benefits of being in constant contact with your audience. Social media can bring you leads and sales. Social media can help your customer service …