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The Little Things

Standing in the kitchen and looking out the kitchen window, I feel a burst of joy. One that comes when I am out in nature. I feel such peace. The...

By Janet Plank

about 6 hours ago

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Do You Have a Pet That Helps You Cope With COPD?

I do. I had two at one time (during my COPD years), Sophie and Penny. Sophie was a beautiful rescue border collie mix that we got when our kids were younger...

By Jackie English

1 day ago

a shower chair, safety bar, and detachable shower head

Personal Hygiene

Most days I must coax myself into showering. It’s as if I am coaxing a child, trying to get them to see my way. Most of us know it is...

By Barbara Moore

6 days ago

The Little Things

Standing in the kitchen and looking out the kitchen window, I feel a burst of joy. One that comes when I am out in nature. I feel such peace. The...

By Janet Plank

about 6 hours ago

Do You Have a Pet That Helps You Cope With COPD?

I do. I had two at one time (during my COPD years), Sophie and Penny. Sophie was a beautiful rescue border collie mix that we got when our kids were younger...

By Jackie English

1 day ago

Personal Hygiene

Most days I must coax myself into showering. It’s as if I am coaxing a child, trying to get them to see my way. Most of us know it is...

By Barbara Moore

6 days ago

The Little Things

Standing in the kitchen and looking out the kitchen window, I feel a burst of joy. One that comes when I am out in nature. I feel such peace. The...

By Janet Plank

about 6 hours ago

Do You Have a Pet That Helps You Cope With COPD?

I do. I had two at one time (during my COPD years), Sophie and Penny. Sophie was a beautiful rescue border collie mix that we got when our kids were younger...

By Jackie English

1 day ago

Personal Hygiene

Most days I must coax myself into showering. It’s as if I am coaxing a child, trying to get them to see my way. Most of us know it is...

By Barbara Moore

6 days ago

Preoccupied

Good afternoon, all! It's been a good few weeks since I last wrote. Time certainly goes quickly, especially when things occupy you. Hope everyone has had a good few breathe-easy...

By Debz Borge

3 days ago

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How Wildfires Can Affect Your COPD No Matter Where You Live

If you live on the west coast or in the mountain west region of the United States as I do, you accept that wildfires during the summer months are now...