One of the things I love most in the world is cooking. I truly love the entire process. From the menu design, grocery shopping, then prepping to setting the table or buffet. This love for food, cooking, and entertaining comes from living in a large Louisiana Creole family that gathers frequently and with lots of…
The alarms on my phone go off, reminding me of the adventure planned for the day. A nice subway ride to the museums with lunch at the new Harry Potter cafe downtown. He’s been looking forward to it for weeks. His NASA space suit is all laid out for the Apollo 11 exhibit, his wallet…
This post was created as part of my partnership with the American Gastroenterological Association (AGA); however, all opinions and personal experiences expressed are my own. In 2011, I became a single mother. In 2012, I lost my colon due to complications from living with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). I was suddenly a new mother with…
Living as a patient can be claustrophobic and transparent all at the same time. The disease can leave your body and mind vulnerable to other conditions as well as people’s opinions. There are opinions on diet, medications, lifestyle choices, and sometimes family planning. The decision to start a family should be a personal one between…