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Flaky Layers

I fell into panic mode shortly after I went to see my mental therapist. If, you remember, she mentioned my passionate quest for independence (AKA hand controls) was possibly a manifestation of denial of MS. In other words, after 11 […]

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POV

I leave there feeling grateful to be who I am, like I am, because things can truly be worse, with this progressive disease things can really get worse, MAYBE. I have to live with this huge maybe. I’ve said before, it’s my cross to bear.

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Fade to Black

People were in line an hour early at the Barnes and Noble on the West Bank of New Orleans awaiting the arrival of Spike Lee who was signing copies of his documentary, “If God is Willing and Da Creek Don’t […]

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Lesions

Lesions

Ankle-foot orthosis: A brace (usually plastic) worn on the lower leg and foot to support the ankle, hold the foot and ankle in the correct position, and correct foot-drop. Abbreviated AFO. Also known as a foot-drop brace. This visit my imagination was equipped with potential neurological instruments that I envisioned propelling me back into the land of “the walking.”

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