Tips for a More Comfortable Journey Hello, fellow travelers! My name is Deb Andio, and as someone who lives with osteoarthritis in both feet, knees, hands, and spineโas well as osteonecrosis in my right kneeโand Spondylolisthesis I understand how challenging it can be to travel while managing chronic pain. You might say itโs like carrying... Continue Reading →
Ah, Mondays. The day that many of us love to hate. As the Sunday sunset fades and the Monday sunrise beckons, thereโs a special kind of joy in knowing that a brand new week is ahead of us. I sit here at 4:30 am with my tea and Bible giving thanks. For some, itโs the... Continue Reading →
Avascular Necrosis Awareness Day: Raising Our Voices for a Better TomorrowToday , November 29, marks Avascular Necrosis -Osteonecrosis Awareness Dayโa day to shed light on a condition that often lurks in the shadows, affecting thousands without recognition or understanding.As warriors living with avascular necrosis (AVN), we collectively stand strong, sharing our shared experiences and the... Continue Reading →
Living with Osteoarthritis: My Journey of Resilience and Adaptation Welcome to my blog! Iโm Deb Andio Today, I want to open up about my journey with osteoarthritis a condition that many might not see but feel profoundly every day. While itโs often classified as an "invisible disability," the reality is that it shapes my life... Continue Reading →
I know having Arthritis myself I like good snacks and sometimes if we donโt make them ourselves, we donโt really know what weโre getting as far as ingredients and we really have to be careful because some things can trigger a flare. These are great snacks for anyone, but our kids junior high in high... Continue Reading →
In life, we often take the presence of our loved ones for granted, assuming they'll always be there. We forget that time passes, bringing with it the inevitable changes that we may not be fully prepared for. Recently, I experienced this reality with the loss of my cousin Sandy at the age of 79. Despite... Continue Reading →
Hey there, fellow time-travelers! Deb Andio here, attempting the perilous journey through the wacky realm of aging. Spoiler alert: it's a wild ride filled with many surprises, lines appearing here and there , sagging surprises, and a newfound ability to defy gravityโwell, sort of. I heard Valerie Bertinelli the other day and want to add... Continue Reading →
Moving has always been a daunting task, but when you're in your 60s and dealing with chronic pain, it takes on a whole new level of complexity. I'd like to share my personal experience of relocating over 1000 miles while grappling with arthritis and chronic pain. It's a journey filled with challenges, frustrations, and moments... Continue Reading →
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