What Can Giving Back Give You?Giving can seem like a one-way street. We let go of something that belongs to us - often my money or clothing...reactionscomments
Planning and Preparing: A Social Life with COPDIn my last article, “Having A Social Life With COPD”, the focus was on things that can affect us, such as scented...reactions2comments
Medication TimeIf you have COPD, like me, you probably have medications to take. As your COPD progresses, so does the amount of medications...reactionscomments
Broken and Beautiful: A Photo Journey of Chronic IllnessWhen we live with chronic illnesses, like COPD, sometimes we feel like we're broken. We feel like our vibrancy, our beauty, our...reactions10comments
Rose Colored GlassesWhen I was younger, I would tell my dad that I wanted to be happy, in life, at work, in everything. My...reactionscomments
Well Meant WordsNow that you have become a caregiver, you will find that everyone has an opinion. Not only are you hearing these opinions...reactionscomments
My Most Stressful Time of the MonthDoes bill paying time of the month throw your body system off? It sure does mine. I would call this my stressor...reactionscomments
Fire Season and COPDFire season is almost upon us. The end of summer and the start of fall mean the trees are changing colors, the...reactionscomments
The Emotional Pain of COPDMany with COPD suffer physical pain, other than the breathlessness that almost all of us with a respiratory condition suffer. I am...reactions10comments
Better Health with COPDWhen I think of better health, I think of fewer health issues, fewer doctor appointments and yes, better health. It seems strange...reactionscomments
You, Health Information, & the InternetThe internet and social media are amazing resources for people seeking health information, especially for people living with chronic conditions. While many...reactionscomments
Medical Bills 101As if the symptoms of COPD are not enough to deal with on their own, you also have to deal with medical...reactionscomments
Remembering Our Loved OnesWhen you dig deep into your memories, there are core memories that stand out. They are the ones that you could never...reactions2comments
Have A Good LaughWe were recently cleaning out our garage, and we came across a board game that had been the Sunday afternoon activity with...reactionscomments
Holiday PlanningEven with COPD, completing all of the tasks for a family gathering could be accomplished with a little extra planning and some...reactionscomments
Are You Prepared For A Local Disaster?When there is a local disaster, it is important to be prepared - especially when living with COPD. There are many types...reactions5comments
Christmas Shopping TipsPurchasing gifts for the holidays can be overwhelming for a healthy person. Add COPD to the mix, and you have a really...reactionscomments
COPD and Children: A Living Room CampsiteWhen a person with COPD loves their grandkids to the moon and back, we need to find a way to keep them...reactionscomments
Traveling Is About The MemoriesRecently I went through a small bag of my mom’s things that my father brought me. There was really nothing of major...reactionscomments
Fight Against LonelinessAs a caregiver, it is important to stay connected to your loved one. One constant thread with those battling COPD is loneliness...reactionscomments
