Sarcoidosis News Columns

September 17, 2021September 17, 2021

From Rocky Roads to Smooth Sailing: How I Travel With Sarcoidosis

COVID-19 Columns, Sarcoidosis News Columns

Back when I was healthy, I’d work up to three jobs at a time and volunteer on top of that. My husband’s work schedule was based on seniority, and because ... Read more

September 9, 2021September 9, 2021

‘It’s Hard to Be What You Can’t See’

COVID-19 Columns, Sarcoidosis News Columns

For those with sarcoidosis, one of the most challenging aspects of the disease is finding folks who are just like us. I’m not referring to race, gender, or any other ... Read more

September 3, 2021September 3, 2021

19 Vials of Blood Made Me Fall in Love With My Doctor

COVID-19 Columns, Sarcoidosis News Columns

The other day, I sent a message to my rheumatologist asking about getting a third shot of the COVID-19 vaccine. It was 11 p.m. on a Sunday, but I had ... Read more

August 23, 2021August 23, 2021

I Don’t Have Anything to Prove While Living With Sarcoidosis

COVID-19 Columns, Sarcoidosis News Columns

Chances are you’ve done a lot in your life, and you have more living to do. I guess that’s why folks have bucket lists. Some will say I’ve been lucky, ... Read more

August 20, 2021August 20, 2021

The Grief and Relief of Being Diagnosed With Sarcoidosis

COVID-19 Columns, Sarcoidosis News Columns

It seems there’s a commemorative day for just about everything. Today alone apparently is the Gold Cup Parade, National Chocolate Pecan Pie Day (I’m all for that), National Radio Day, ... Read more

August 19, 2021August 19, 2021

Asking ‘What If?’ Can Be Worse Than Failure

COVID-19 Columns, Sarcoidosis News Columns

“Well, listen to your lungs.” Those were the first words from my doctor’s mouth, following his slight look of concern. It was early 2020, just before the COVID-19 pandemic began ... Read more

August 16, 2021August 16, 2021

Chronic Illness and Living a Life Without Compromise

COVID-19 Columns, Sarcoidosis News Columns

“Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.” — Matthew 5:8 In 2017, my life took a turn I never expected. When something blindsides us, especially when ... Read more

August 6, 2021August 6, 2021

Despite My Progress, I Always Fear My Sarcoidosis Will Worsen

COVID-19 Columns, Sarcoidosis News Columns

The other day, I was sitting on the couch recuperating from my shower. (Yes, for many people with sarcoidosis, a shower is an Olympic event that requires planning, preparation, and ... Read more

August 5, 2021August 5, 2021

Welcome to ‘Run Your Own Race,’ a New Sarcoidosis Column

COVID-19 Columns, Sarcoidosis News Columns

Hello, and welcome to my column, “Run Your Own Race.” I am honored and excited to bring my thoughts to life. Considering this is my first column, I thought it ... Read more

August 2, 2021August 2, 2021

The Biggest Challenge of Sarcoidosis Is Right There in the Mirror

COVID-19 Columns, Sarcoidosis News Columns

I didn’t realize how pulmonary sarcoidosis would affect my lifestyle until about three years ago. For years, the thought of this “obstacle” didn’t affect me. But that changed on a ... Read more

July 23, 2021July 23, 2021

The F-words I’m Focusing on Following My Fracture

COVID-19 Columns, Sarcoidosis News Columns

No, not that one. The other day, I Fell and Fractured my Foot (though I admit I probably said the other F-word a few times when it happened). I sprained ... Read more

July 16, 2021July 16, 2021

Float With Me: An Introduction to ‘Float Like a Buttahfly,’ a New Column

COVID-19 Columns, Sarcoidosis News Columns

About 20 years ago I joined a program to lose weight, and ended up gaining not only a healthier body but also a much healthier mindset. Along the way, I ... Read more

June 28, 2021June 28, 2021

A New Friend Taught Me to Never Fear Telling Our Stories

COVID-19 Columns, Sarcoidosis News Columns

“Not everything that is faced can be changed, but nothing can be changed until it is faced.” — James A. Baldwin Recently, I was asked an unusual and interesting question: ... Read more

June 14, 2021June 14, 2021

Getting Stuck in a False Comfort Zone

COVID-19 Columns, Sarcoidosis News Columns

“The secret of change is to focus all of your energy not on fighting the old, but on building the new.” — Dan Millman Now that some of the pandemic-era ... Read more

May 25, 2021May 25, 2021

Before You Say Goodbye to Face Masks, Determine the Risk

COVID-19 Columns, Sarcoidosis News Columns

As a teen, I got a T-shirt from my best friend that said “Me, paranoid? Who wants to know?” So, you see, trusting maskless strangers to be fully vaccinated just isn’t in ... Read more