2017 in Review from ALSA

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12.30.17 Amazing Grace

Life comes at you hard and fast. Nothing could possibly prepare us for everything life has in store, in both good times and bad. This has been a year of firsts for a lot of our friends and family. Though we love on and pray for them continuously, as they continue to do so for … Continue reading 12.30.17 Amazing Grace

12.29.17 Zodiac Sign

What You Were Supposed To Learn Between 2016 And 2018, Based On Your Zodiac Sign By Brianna Wiest, December 19th 2017 AQUARIUS (January 21st to February 18th) 2016: You were supposed to learn patience. Some years are revolutionary, some are stationary, some just… are. This year was the latter for you, as things seemed to … Continue reading 12.29.17 Zodiac Sign

12.27.17 Selfish

We've covered a lot of topics on this little blog we share together and I am forever in debt for your love, support, and prayers. Receiving my ALS diagnosis almost 3 years ago was life changing in ways we could have never anticipated: my reading preferences are different now that death is promised sooner rather … Continue reading 12.27.17 Selfish

12.21.17 And Theeeeeennn

I've been posting some pretty blah stuff lately, sorry for any worry or concerns. All is good in the hood, promise!! So last week I got a call from Nina the Great that they got some info back on the Rasagaline trial. In case you forgot, I joined this drug trial during my second opinion … Continue reading 12.21.17 And Theeeeeennn

12.20.17 Know Thyself — Before It’s Too Late

The Daily Stoic "Death lies heavy upon one who, known exceedingly well by all, dies unknown to himself.” SENECA, THYESTES , 400 Some of the most powerful and important people in the world seem to have almost no self-awareness. Although total strangers know endless amounts of trivia about them, celebrities—because they are too busy or … Continue reading 12.20.17 Know Thyself — Before It’s Too Late

A New Approach to Preventing and Identifying Depression by Rachel Doboga

“Depression is a sneaky beast. It’s the monster beneath the bed, waiting until you’re vulnerable to grab you by the ankles, drag you into its dark, misty kingdom and leave you to wander alone.” via A new approach to preventing and identifying depression

12.18.17 Extrovert

I enjoy every post I bring to y'all, if I didn't you would not be reading it, promise. This one is one of my favorite ones though, I learned a little bit rather than just talking aimlessly. For example, extroverts are documented as follows: "When you are facing a problem, you prefer to discuss the … Continue reading 12.18.17 Extrovert