Author: sunnystrongblog
Questions and Answers about COVID-19 and Its Impact on People with ALS
Medicare Coverage for Telehealth Visits Expanded During COVID-19 Pandemic
3.18.20 Wild Animals
Did you know that March 12th is celebrated as the birthday of Girl Scouts? 2020 marks the 108th birthday of this wonderful organization that played a significant role in my childhood. Also, I was awarded this fun honor a few years ago from the Girl Scouts of Texas Oklahoma Plains. Woman of Distinction - June … Continue reading 3.18.20 Wild Animals
3.16.20 Certifiably Insane
I've been all over the place lately, both physically and mentally. SunnyStrong has exploded recently and we've added a bunch of new followers so I'd like to reintroduce our crazy into the world. Hi, I'm Sunny and I'm certifiably insane. I was diagnosed with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis on January 20, 2015. My definition of normal … Continue reading 3.16.20 Certifiably Insane
My Diagnosis Anniversary: Revisiting the Start of My ALS Journey
But guilt is a deft navigator. It finds an alternate route to menace me. It approaches via my love-of-family portal. The spillover effect that terminal illness has on family members is painful, often chronic, and it can be debilitating. Family members who see me regularly have been forced into a caregiving capacity, their lives indefinitely … Continue reading My Diagnosis Anniversary: Revisiting the Start of My ALS Journey
2.11.20 Wine Not?
"Give me the reigns and let me run, 'Cause I ain't never had to much fun" This weekend away to Fredericksburg with these knuckleheads was good for the soul. Thankfully, we're all still able to laugh and joke with each other because there is no mercy amongst this bunch. Airbnb booked, Wine Shuttle secured and … Continue reading 2.11.20 Wine Not?
Congressional Gold Medal
2.7.20 Here’s to 33
“When you pray for others, God listens to you and blesses them, and sometimes, when you are safe and happy, remember that someone has prayed for you.” Tuesday was amazing. Best birthday ever. Friends, family, fried chicken - these are a few of my favorite things. Slept in, had lunch with Ashley and Caden while … Continue reading 2.7.20 Here’s to 33
2.4.20 The Best Day
*I meant for this to post yesterday morning and realized I scheduled it incorrectly. Ooops! As I start the first day of 33, I wanted to share with y’all about the best day of year 32. I realize we haven’t the discussed Australia in detail yet, but I really want you to know about this … Continue reading 2.4.20 The Best Day