Viewing: Chronic illness and relationships
August 22, 2017
But Seriously, Stop Kissing Me
My husband has an immune system made of steel. I’ve often wondered if he has a stash of kryptonite hidden underneath the bed he isn’t telling me about. A few years ago, when little red dots appeared first on the tips of my fingers and then journeyed up my palms, I told myself I was having a reaction to all... Read morePosted in Chronic illness and relationships, Parenting and Chronic Illness, Relationships | By Stacey Philpot
August 14, 2017
How I Learned the Simple Life Lesson of Pause and Perspective
When I first met my neighbor Josie (who I nick-named ‘Trouble”) she was a feisty, kick-butt go get ’em kind of gal who ran circles around women 20 years her junior. She was a gourmet cook, an adjunct college professor and an all-around real-life know-it-all. For some reason she took a liking to me and chose to fit me into her... Read morePosted in Caregivers, Chronic illness and relationships | By Stacey Philpot
August 10, 2017
How to Find the Light When It All Goes Dark
Today started out on an aggravating note. The repair guy at the house there to fix some damage from our lightning strike showed up late, causing me to run late for a meeting with an editor. My head has hurt for days, and it decided to pick today to amp up the pain to ten. There were some troubles with... Read morePosted in Chronic illness and relationships, chronic illness; support, Chronic Life, Relationships | By Stacey Philpot
June 8, 2017
Is It Invisible Illness or Not Willing to Be Understood Illness?
By now you’ve probably figured out I’m “sick.” I have issues with that statement for two major reasons. One, to me the word sick has always seemed so temporary. There needs to be a better, stronger word for what I am. But yes, I guess I am sick. I guess I know it. Grumble, grumble, grumble. Two, I don’t want... Read morePosted in Chronic illness and relationships, chronic illness; support, Chronic Life | By Stacey Philpot
May 18, 2017
To the Most Beautiful Woman I’ve Ever Seen: Love Doesn’t End Here
You stood in front of me in your brown velvet tracksuit as you embraced your daughter one last time. Your eyes brimmed with glassy tears as you turned to me and said, ”She almost died last year. She’s still having symptoms. Keep in in your prayers, will you?” I told you we could pray right then if you’d like, but... Read morePosted in Caregivers, Chronic illness and relationships | By Stacey Philpot
April 27, 2017
Fighting For Marriage When Chronic Illness is Present
Today, Ryan and I went live to talk about what fighting for marriage when chronic illness is present looks like for us. You can check it out here. Share on Tumblr... Read morePosted in Chronic illness and relationships, Marriage | By Stacey Philpot
March 30, 2017
But I Want What You Have- the Compassion Quandary
MS, TN & chronic migraines cause me a wide variety of symptoms. Like, I could be here all day listing them. Among my symptoms are: numbness, tingling, facial pain, muscle spasms, limb weakness, dizziness and fainting. This is every day. As in multiple parts of my body can have all kinds of chaos going on, all at once, even. Try... Read morePosted in Anger, Chronic illness and relationships, Chronic Life | By Stacey Philpot
January 23, 2017
Sickness Is Your Superpower
You drink in the warmth of the sun on your skin, your hair dancing in the breeze, the sound of children laughing in the background. Somewhere, someone is grilling steaks for dinner. The scent is nothing less than glorious and today, you are in love with life. Yes, your joints are just as swollen as they were yesterday and your... Read morePosted in Chronic illness and relationships, chronic illness; support, Chronic Life | By Stacey Philpot
October 10, 2016
That Time I Gained a Few Thousand New Friends
Last week, a blog post I wrote ran on a site called Her View From Home. As a result, I gained a few thousand new friends here on our blog. Many of my new friends sent me precious messages of support and encouragement, which reduced me to a puddle of tears. I will treasure them forever. (the messages, not the... Read morePosted in Chronic illness and relationships | By Stacey Philpot
September 29, 2016
What Loving the Chronically Ill Has Taught Me
My experience with doctors and hospitals has been limited to childbirth and broken fingers, literally. So when you talk medical jargon, insurance terms, and chronic illness, I understand nothing! But just a few short years ago, I was introduced to an amazing lady. Unbeknownst to me she was in the beginning stages of being diagnosed with “chronic illness” and about... Read morePosted in Chronic illness and relationships | By Stacey Philpot