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One more misleading article

Posted on August 30, 2017 by adventurant

I have sent off angry emails yet again to another Author and Editor of an article that was published where Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome was confused with Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome. I know that part of being a doctor is to try … Continue reading →

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Who Should Pay for Pain medication addiction?

Posted on March 2, 2017 by adventurant

I’m pretty sure that every one pays for addiction in one way or another. But I came across a news story yesterday that upset me. I wish I could find it again  so I could share it. The story was … Continue reading →

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Awareness Day

Posted on March 2, 2017 by adventurant

Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome continues to be one of the top 10 rare diseases. Many children and adults go misdiagnosed. On March 5, 2017 CVSA USA/Canada will be joining forces with CVS organizations around the world to promote awareness of Cyclic … Continue reading →

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Discover Challenge: Superpower

Posted on January 4, 2017 by adventurant

via Discover Challenge: Superpower What’s My Superpower? I’m a Mom. Not any ordinary mom. I’m the mom of a chronically ill person. A Mom who also likes a lot of DIY. 🙂 Does having a superpower mean I can leap … Continue reading →

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Daily Prompt: Sincere

Posted on November 3, 2016 by adventurant

We’ve witnessed the sincere pain and agony and despair that creep in, in the times that become to much to fight.
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Daily Prompt: Volunteer

Posted on October 25, 2016 by adventurant

via Daily Prompt: Volunteer This word hits me hard especially this month as I continue down my road of helping others. Volunteer. You see the picture that goes around Facebook of Jimmy Carter in his 90’s battling Cancer and still … Continue reading →

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Emotional October continued

Posted on October 20, 2016 by adventurant

I always felt like we were treading water without being able to see land in any direction Continue reading →

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Moms like me

Posted on August 18, 2016 by adventurant

I’m crazy. In case you haven’t read my blog title, or figured it out by reading about my exploits. I’m unhinged and a little more off kilter than the average mom:).  And I completely embrace that. It’s what makes me … Continue reading →

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Inhuman

Posted on August 5, 2016 by adventurant

I hate the Emergency room. HATE IT ! I find every way I can to avoid it. This week I wasn’t so lucky. I was and have been sick for a few months. I say a few months because I … Continue reading →

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Do YOU know what you want to be when you grow up?

Posted on June 6, 2016 by adventurant

When you were in High School did you know what you wanted to be when you grew up? Are you one of those people that still don’t? Did you just flounder and fall into a job? Most people did. Most … Continue reading →

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