Many years ago, I cared for a family- the patient, a little girl 2 years old. She had been admitted to our pediatric unit with varicella, or as many know it, Chicken Pox. She had not been vaccinated, “No big deal… it’s just chicken pox.” She had a developed a terrible infection of the vesicles […]
Since becoming a Personal Trainer and Corrective Exercise Specialist my goal has been to create personalized programs for my clients, geared toward improving their quality of life, their health and wellness and keep them in motion throughout their lifespan. My background as a Registered Nurse, takes into account the whole being, addressing not just physical […]
What is Epilepsy? Epilepsy is a breakthrough phone call that wakes you up- no words necessary, because you know that the crash you thought you heard in your slumber was real, when it’s followed by a ringing phone… Epilepsy is realizing when your eyes adjust to the brightness of the phone’s screen in the midnight […]
When you read the above caption, what comes to mind? Romance? That special someone? What about you? That’s right- you- You, yourself…. Over the past month, I came in contact with two incredible women. These two women reminded me about this message. That it’s all about us. We create our own destiny. We have the […]
Everyday, sometime between my first cup of coffee and lunchtime, I get a “bing” on my phone… One of my social media outlets notifying me of my “memories” of the day. I always find a few minutes to indulge in them- they are usually pictures of my children, or some shenanigans my husband and I […]
One of my favorite lines I preached to my patients as a hospital nurse… “There’s no Gold Star for pain!” Anytime I was given push back on taking medication for pain. I always kind of envisioned giving my patients those gold foil stars, for a “job well done!” like our teachers used to put on […]