I really wanted to go to church on Sunday morning. Sure, I could have watched the service online from the comfort of Dan and my house, but I wanted to be at Immanuel Lutheran Church with my church family. But alas,…
When I met Jennifer, I knew she was the one. But our story is about more than love at first sight. It’s also about the vital role of in-home caregivers and the difference they make in people’s lives every single…
Maybe we’re misunderstanding what Congress members mean when they justify their actions as “cutting wasteful spending” and “putting America first.” Because we still are confused about what they did on March 18. For background, we will tell you that through…
It’s not every day that Dan and my State Senator Roger Hauck escorts us, along with my caregiver Jenn, through the halls of the State Capitol and on its elevator up to the Senate Chambers to introduce a proclamation declaring…
A regional story that aired during NPR’s Morning Edition and All Things Considered this past week set the stage perfectly: “An Australian study shows that people with multiple sclerosis are four times more likely to divorce than people without the…
‘tis the season for year-end giving, but what if we started with ourselves? Whether it’s taking time to rest, connecting with supportive communities, or investing in activities that bring you joy, giving to yourself can be just as impactful as…
“Biting the kneecaps off multiple sclerosis never crossed my mind until Dan Campbell came to the Motor City.” I’ve always seen MS as my competition since I was diagnosed in 2000, and Detroit Lions Head Coach Campbell has added fuel…
“At the end of the day, this is the person you love.” — Jennifer Digmann Caregiving presents challenges. Now imagine handling such moments when dealing with your own chronic illness. This is our reality as a married couple who both…
Hundreds of thousands reasons we all need to vote It’s as though Jennifer and I figuratively have nearly $150,000 riding on the outcomes of the November 5 U.S. Presidential election. That’s right. $150K is the combined estimated cost of the…
Is it possible to live in denial of something you think you accept? I have concluded not really and maybe all at the same time. I recently realized that’s what I’ve been doing with my Multiple Sclerosis for the past…