My Fake Smile Became a Mask
Reflecting optimism I hear my husband walk in and gently nudge me awake. He doesn’t know it but I’ve been awake since I heard him...
Author: Jana
The Awesome Sacrifice of a Lyme Warrior’s Caregiver
The Power of Grief “A central process in grieving is the attempt to reaffirm or reconstruct a world of meaning that has been challenged by...
Can Lyme Disease Cause PTSD?
Yes, yes it can! I awoke with a start to the sound of the front door rattling dramatically. Glancing at the clock by our bedside,...
Diarrhea: The Lyme Disease Symptom Nobody Wants to Talk About
It’s a biological necessity and yet we whisper about it as though we should be ashamed. But, ee have to talk about this symptom of...
The Dark Chasm of Samento and Banderol
In honor of Lyme Disease Awareness Month, I will write a series of posts that share honest insights of my Lyme disease treatment. For the...
How I Gained a Sense of Power Over My Disease
Today I want to share with you how I gained a sense of power over my disease. It's the story of why I named the...
The Benefits of Journaling During Lyme Treatment
There are a number of proven benefits to journaling during Lyme treatment. Journaling is an excellent way to track symptoms and serve as an emotional...
Should I Exercise While Treating Lyme Disease?
As a lifelong athlete, this question plagued me for the two-and-a-half years I was in treatment. Don't let it plague you.