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I can Ride in the MS Bike Tour with MS.

I can Ride in the MS Bike Tour with MS.
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I can travel to Iceland with MS.
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Love this girl. Abbey is constant motivation to get out and move. Easy 6km trek on a beautiful day.<br /> <br /> #yellowlabsofinstagram #yellowlab #yellowlabs #labsofinstagram #labstagram #labradorretriever #lookatthatface #optoutside #getoutside #nature #sundayfunday #happydog #love #motivation #icanwithms #fuckms #lovemydog
Love this girl. Abbey is constant motivation to get out and move. Easy 6km trek on a beautiful day.
#yellowlabsofinstagram #yellowlab #yellowlabs #labsofinstagram #labstagram #labradorretriever #lookatthatface #optoutside #getoutside #nature #sundayfunday #happydog #love #motivation #icanwithms #fuckms #lovemydog
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@ICanWithMS #ICanWithMS #MS 1.Prayer http://t.co/tF5fSnnCNo 3.Nutrition http://t.co/fZLlKU7eLi 5.Laughter 6.Family 7. Friends 8. Exercise
@ICanWithMS #ICanWithMS #MS 1.Prayer http://t.co/tF5fSnnCNo 3.Nutrition http://t.co/fZLlKU7eLi 5.Laughter 6.Family 7. Friends 8. Exercise
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@ICanWithMS Never thought I'd be whole again. Never thought I'd ever try writing...the wonderful outcome still amazes me. :-) #ICanWithMS
@ICanWithMS Never thought I'd be whole again. Never thought I'd ever try writing...the wonderful outcome still amazes me. :-) #ICanWithMS
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I can STAND TALL & BE PROUD with MS.
I Can Be a Good Friend, A GOOD LISTENER, ENJOY LIFE, LOVE - ALL THE MANY, MANY BEAUTIFUL SIGHTS & THINGS, I SEE IN LIFE. I AM A SURVIVOR
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Shit just got real over here. My #gilenya first doses just arrived. I waiting to hear when my appointment is with the cardiologist. Next step six-hour observation while I take my first dose. I hope it can be scheduled for next week. Just want to get on this and fight my #ms.
Shit just got real over here. My #gilenya first doses just arrived. I waiting to hear when my appointment is with the cardiologist. Next step six-hour observation while I take my first dose. I hope it can be scheduled for next week. Just want to get on this and fight my #ms.
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I am sharing a piece of me with this update story. I am not the person I used to be. I am new and here is why. Three weeks ago my eye started to hurt. Within 5 days I was completely blind in left eye due to Optic Neuritis. Had a MRI of my brain and was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis. Now I have a demyelinating disease that has changed my life and who I am. I go to the Dr's all the time. Get intervenous treatments at the hospital. Take steroids. And now will be going on a pill in the next few weeks and will be on it for the rest of my life. I don't take pills. I do not prefer. So here I am still blind and adjusting to the though of this new life and fight I have begun. I am finding relief from both the eye pain and mental struggle through Vaporization of Medical Cannabis as I am a registered patient. It totally helps both types of pain and allows me to still feel like me. Whoever or"me" is at this point. What I do know is that I am a warrior and will stay and be strong for my daughter and husband. They are my world and reason for fighting so hard. I am reevaluating everything and clearing my mind so I am ready for my new future. You may notice some changes in me, out of me, though me in the near future. Reinvention will be liberating. Reborn from this darkness will be light and color. Just like my vision. Positive mindset is the start. I am thinking in color now, clear beautifully bright color. Here's to old me...and now me...and the new me! I am a warrior!
I am sharing a piece of me with this update story. I am not the person I used to be. I am new and here is why. Three weeks ago my eye started to hurt. Within 5 days I was completely blind in left eye due to Optic Neuritis. Had a MRI of my brain and was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis. Now I have a demyelinating disease that has changed my life and who I am. I go to the Dr's all the time. Get intervenous treatments at the hospital. Take steroids. And now will be going on a pill in the next few weeks and will be on it for the rest of my life. I don't take pills. I do not prefer. So here I am still blind and adjusting to the though of this new life and fight I have begun. I am finding relief from both the eye pain and mental struggle through Vaporization of Medical Cannabis as I am a registered patient. It totally helps both types of pain and allows me to still feel like me. Whoever or"me" is at this point. What I do know is that I am a warrior and will stay and be strong for my daughter and husband. They are my world and reason for fighting so hard. I am reevaluating everything and clearing my mind so I am ready for my new future. You may notice some changes in me, out of me, though me in the near future. Reinvention will be liberating. Reborn from this darkness will be light and color. Just like my vision. Positive mindset is the start. I am thinking in color now, clear beautifully bright color. Here's to old me...and now me...and the new me! I am a warrior!
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I can kill my workout at boot camp with MS.
Once I started to experience symptoms, I did research. I felt in my heart that it was definitely MS I was dealing with, but needed an expert opinion.
After several months, I did get the dx. I felt hopeless. I fell into depression.I knew this was a life sentence, but not the life I wanted. I felt hopeless and tired. It took a year and I said it was time to stop feeling sorry and start my new story.
I needed to surround myself with people who build me up and not tear me down. I found Fit Body Boot Camp in Oakville, MO.
It is such a game changer for me, because I started discovering who I am and who I wanted to be. Of course I started not being able to do a pushup, sit up or lifting heavy weights. I remained focused on attending boot camp 5 days a week .
After awhile I saw the changes in me. Not just physically, but mentally and emotionally. I want to be an example of what someone with MS can do. Not just for people with MS, but to show my family, my children, my friends, that this girl doesn't give up. This girl lost 41 inches and nearing 30 lbs of weight loss.
I fell in love with heavy lifting and leg day is my favorite day of the week at boot camp.
Sure I have the struggle days, but I dial it back if I can't complete a jump or lift heavy. Modifications are there for you to still succeed. Remain focused on the goal. Celebrate the milestones. #ICANWITHMS
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Got a job after 7 years. #IcanwithMS
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I can still love with MS.
My name is Nicole Lemelle. I am a writer, an activist, and a person living with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). I created My New Normals to educate those who do not understand MS, reassure people with similar plights and inspire everyone to seize command of their lives.
My New Normals (MNN) is a personal blog and website that chronicles life experiences of people living with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). MNN provides an outlet to families, friends, caregivers and anyone living with MS or any other debilitating disease. Our goals are to raise national awareness and educate the public about MS.
We want to generate conversation, promote advocacy, highlight resources and inspire hope.
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Pressing it back into my face! Damn you MS!! I can't do eye make up. But I can do my lips with one eye. #lippies are @meltcosmetics #belladonna2.
I can Go kayaking with friends with MS.
Picture taken while out kayaking with friends on the Red River in Lockport, Manitoba, Canada
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Training plan called for 17, was going to run 18, ended up running 20 - with some good hills! MS isn't stopping me; what's stopping you? #hammerthewall #finishMS #LetsGoHOKA #HammerNutrition #ICanWithMS
Training plan called for 17, was going to run 18, ended up running 20 - with some good hills! MS isn't stopping me; what's stopping you? #hammerthewall #finishMS #LetsGoHOKA #HammerNutrition #ICanWithMS
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@ICanWithMS I got back in the saddle! #ICanWithMS #MS #MultipleSclerosis #ActiveLiving4MS https://t.co/RPgezy5Cab
@ICanWithMS I got back in the saddle! #ICanWithMS #MS #MultipleSclerosis #ActiveLiving4MS https://t.co/RPgezy5Cab
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I can love the World and exercise with MS.
Hello dear MS fellows! I was diagnosed with MS in 2000. After first shock and depression, which I experienced within 6 months, I felt that I was actually quite healthy:-))) and decided to keep living as full and intense as possible, for as long as I would be given. Thus, in year 2004 I started dong white water kayaking. I have been training 2-4 times a week since then. In 2013 I participated in the World master Games as a canoe slalom athlete, it was wonderful experience , very difficult though:-)) When I had MS attacks, I tried not to stop my usual life, but of course I was pushed to reduce intensity of the workouts. Now I am recovering after a most recent MS attack, and I am looking for the new challenges and methods of treatment and recovery. I believe they can be found not in the medicine, but in positive thinking, love, meditation, developing intuition and spiritual accomplishments. I wish all MS-fellows to rely on self-healing abilities of your body and spirit, pray and meditate, love the whole world and yourself! Stay fit, stay healthy!
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First week of being a senior in college done #IcanwithMS #UniversityofPhoenixclassof16
I can complete a half-marathon with MS.
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#ICanWithMS I can laugh every time I fall over!
#ICanWithMS I can laugh every time I fall over!
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Last night Emma asked what I was going to be for Halloween; I told her I was going to be "awesome". Of course, she laughed. Today I took 15 minutes off of my 20 mile training run - I think that qualifies as awesome! #hammerthewall #HammerNutrition #finishMS #ICanWithMS #LetsGoHOKA
Last night Emma asked what I was going to be for Halloween; I told her I was going to be "awesome". Of course, she laughed. Today I took 15 minutes off of my 20 mile training run - I think that qualifies as awesome! #hammerthewall #HammerNutrition #finishMS #ICanWithMS #LetsGoHOKA
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I can still take grand adventures with MS.
I was diagnosed in January 2017 and thought that the life I had known before, full of adventure and exploration would cease to exist.
While I'm still new to all of this, I've been inspired by seeing how much life other people with MS are still living, and how if anything, it sounds like they are thriving as well.
#ICanWithMS
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So excited for new beginnings #fitness #personaltrainer #goals #icanwithms #newbeginnings
So excited for new beginnings #fitness #personaltrainer #goals #icanwithms #newbeginnings
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48 miles today. I earned it - HELLO sofa! http://t.co/nxTLs04RW9” #BPMS150 #ICanWithMS #8amMondaywillBeHereTooSoon
48 miles today. I earned it - HELLO sofa! http://t.co/nxTLs04RW9” #BPMS150 #ICanWithMS #8amMondaywillBeHereTooSoon
by KickinMSButt via Twitter
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I can have fun playing tennis with MS.
Today I can enjoy playing competitive games of tennis, and doing just about anything I want to do. Life is good now. This was not always the case after I had my first MS attack in 2005. After my first attack, I developed a number of tough and unique challenges related to MS that many other physicians were unable to help me with. But very fortunately, I met Dr. Singer and but he was able to address and fix all of my MS related problems.
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Signed up for my 1st ultra, the Naked Bavarian 40 mile trail run. Sounds crazy, right? Consider this...it's a Hammer the Wall 2016 training run. Now that's crazy! #finishMS #LetsGoHOKA #HammerNutrition #ICanWithMS #hammerthewall
Signed up for my 1st ultra, the Naked Bavarian 40 mile trail run. Sounds crazy, right? Consider this...it's a Hammer the Wall 2016 training run. Now that's crazy! #finishMS #LetsGoHOKA #HammerNutrition #ICanWithMS #hammerthewall
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I just want to see again. #mswarrior #autoimmune #opticneuritis #msstrong #fuckms #visionloss #blind #multiplesclerosis #icanwithms
I just want to see again. #mswarrior #autoimmune #opticneuritis #msstrong #fuckms #visionloss #blind #multiplesclerosis #icanwithms
by CannaLisaLisa via Twitter
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I can keep up with my crazy boys with MS.
I’m new to this MS scene. I was diagnosed on the 13th of March 2017 with MS. I have taken some the time to get my head around it and understand this condition.
It’s not all doom and gloom!
Im running, raising awareness and money for MS! Really loving life and never felt better!
Also started a Blog/Vlog (www.clearupthisms.com)
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Here's a list of some amazing things I've done since #MS dx: http://t.co/cjQXr7fX2i #ICanWithMS
Here's a list of some amazing things I've done since #MS dx: http://t.co/cjQXr7fX2i #ICanWithMS
by mssurvivalguide via Twitter
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#icanwithms #tysabri Pedaled my cruiser to @PorterHospital for my 6th infusion. What works? Lifestyle choices and #tysabri.
#icanwithms #tysabri Pedaled my cruiser to @PorterHospital for my 6th infusion. What works? Lifestyle choices and #tysabri.
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I can Laugh with my daughter with MS.
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I can I can ride my bike with MS with MS.
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Connecting w/ & encouraging my fellow fighters! #LeahsPlanB #ICanWithMS
Connecting w/ & encouraging my fellow fighters! #LeahsPlanB #ICanWithMS
by LeahsPlanB via Twitter
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@ICanWithMS racquetball and ice hockey once per week! #icanwithms
@ICanWithMS racquetball and ice hockey once per week! #icanwithms
by MustStopMS via Twitter
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20 mi. run with another beautiful sunrise. #hammerthewall #finishMS #ICanWithMS #injinji #running #hammernutrition #hokaoneone
20 mi. run with another beautiful sunrise. #hammerthewall #finishMS #ICanWithMS #injinji #running #hammernutrition #hokaoneone
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I can Ride in the MS Bike Tour with MS.
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Preparations underway for a 6-day hike in Ireland with my wife. Good luck and my condolences to my heart and lungs! #icanwithms
I can run/bike 3000 mi. (fit15.org) with MS.
When I was told I had MS on January 15th, 2016, I thought my life was over.
But after a lot of research, finding a top-notch doc, connecting with some great MS mentors, and chewing on the news a bit – I decided it wasn’t.
This year (2017), to mark the anniversary of my diagnosis, I launched Fit15 — a year-long initiative of running and biking 1500 miles to raise $15K for MS research.
Within six months, I achieved both goals of mileage and fundraising. So now, well, I'm doubling the running and biking portion of it. Next stop: 3000 miles.
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@ICanWithMS Aquatics has helped tremendously. #ICanWithMS
I can still live my life to the full with MS.
LIVE MY LIFE TO THE FULLEST EVEN THOUGH I'M SLOWER....
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I can get married to my soul mate in 30 days!!! #ICanWithMS
I can get married to my soul mate in 30 days!!! #ICanWithMS
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I can Become a doctor with MS.
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I can share my story with MS.
I was chosen to be the Mission Speaker at a Walk MS event I attended this year. It was an awesome experience and I hope I was able to encourage someone out there.
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@ICanWithMS I can train to be a yoga teacher #ICanWithMS
@ICanWithMS I can train to be a yoga teacher #ICanWithMS
by angelamcowan via Twitter
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I can play with my grand. daughter with MS.
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My wife and son are my inspiration for wanting to live my best life, and besides I'll probably only come this way once, so. . . #ICanWithMS.
My wife and son are my inspiration for wanting to live my best life, and besides I'll probably only come this way once, so. . . #ICanWithMS.
by Jonchandonnet via Twitter
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@ICanWithMS I moved across the country and started a new adventure. Life is to short to hold back. #InspiredLiving #MS #ICanWithMS
@ICanWithMS I moved across the country and started a new adventure. Life is to short to hold back. #InspiredLiving #MS #ICanWithMS
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I can progress & impress with MS.
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Spring melt. We went for a 12km trek to let the dog swim but the water is rushing and full of massive ice blocks. <br /> Would love to post flowers for the #beachphotochallenge but flowers are a long way away here!<br /> #spring #springhassprung #springrunoff #springmelt #river #ice #treeline #getoutdoors #icanwithMS #fuckms
Spring melt. We went for a 12km trek to let the dog swim but the water is rushing and full of massive ice blocks.
Would love to post flowers for the #beachphotochallenge but flowers are a long way away here!
#spring #springhassprung #springrunoff #springmelt #river #ice #treeline #getoutdoors #icanwithMS #fuckms
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I can Kayak with MS.
I learned to roll a kayak https://www.facebook.com/groups/67337026014/permalink/10153901072936015/
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I can still be my old sarcastic self with MS.
When I need inspiration, I just watch the video of Richard Pryor's onstage description of his experience with MS.
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Riding 40mi today training for #BPMS150 #ICanWithMS
Riding 40mi today training for #BPMS150 #ICanWithMS
by KickinMSButt via Twitter
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#ICanWithMS learning how to roll a kayak https://t.co/drp3LTFM5M https://t.co/NRsvTIaw4d
Becoming a #fitchick is my greatest accomplishment since my #MS diagnosis!! #ICanWithMS #MSWarrior https://t.co/cwXUtffKKe
Becoming a #fitchick is my greatest accomplishment since my #MS diagnosis!! #ICanWithMS #MSWarrior https://t.co/cwXUtffKKe
by msfitchickjulie via Twitter
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My body has given up.<br /> <br /> I refuse to listen to it.<br /> <br /> #imStubborn #keepGoing #iCanWithMS
Flaws are sexy! #ICanWithMS
People say "body and mind" as if the two weren't intrinsically linked, but exercise is a huge mood boost. #icanwithMS #exercisematters
I can be an active Grandma with MS with MS.
Diagnosed in 2005, nearly blind with cognitive issues and all over body numbness, I continue to thrive while working full time, raised two children as a divorced mother, write every chance I get, am newly married and am enjoying my first grandchild with zero mobility issues (still). Live is good.
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I'm able to hold a pen and write again, something that was doubtful for a few months. @ICanWithMS #MS #ICanWithMS
I'm able to hold a pen and write again, something that was doubtful for a few months. @ICanWithMS #MS #ICanWithMS
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Grades in for last class, A-. Which brings my GPA to 3.06! Only 4 classes of my BS in HS left! #IcanwithMS
#ICanWithMS hike all 900 miles of #gsmnp trails.
#ICanWithMS hike all 900 miles of #gsmnp trails.
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Below, scroll through some of the posts and photos that visitors have tagged most often. And be sure to leave your own mark as well!
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I can teach my children to persevere with MS.
I've always been of the mind set that things happen for a reason--both the *good* things and the *bad* things.
The reason behind the good things is always easy to see. But the bad things? Not so much. At least not in the immediate, anyway. *Those* reasons tend to make themselves known over time...
Like my diagnosis with MS in 2006.
While I won't say the MS, itself, has been a *good* thing, I can say that good things have come out of my diagnosis and subsequent journey.
Top on the list? The lessons it has enabled me to teach (and continue to teach) my daughters about the importance of never giving up on yourself and the power of a positive attitude.
Although my girls were 7 and 11 when I was first diagnosed, they were well aware of what Multiple Sclerosis was and what it could mean for me. They'd watched their paternal grandmother overtaken by the disease and they were afraid the same would happen to me.
But thanks to the amazing support I found from my neurologist, Dr. Barry Singer, and his nurse, Heather Popham, I began to see my MS as simply a hurdle--a hurdle that didn't have to affect my dreams, unless I let it.
So, I made it my mission to plow ahead in life, going after a dream I've had since I was a little girl.
And you know what? I've accomplished that dream and then some over the past few years. In fact, since my diagnosis, I've written seventeen novels and landed them all with my dream publishers.
*Seventeen novels...*
*All since 2009...*
Do I still have MS? Sure.
But it's a hurdle, that's all. One that only serves to make the finish line all the more sweet... Especially when I see the awe in the faces of my two biggest supporters. Because, if nothing else, my MS has taught them that they, too, can accomplish their dreams no matter what...
All they have to do is believe in themselves.
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I can run 200 miles in 9 days with MS.
I was diagnosed with MS 20 years ago in 1993. Sure, it was a shocker.. but it didn't stop me from living a normal, active, healthy life.. It's all about accepting your situation, staying positive, finding a therapy that works for you and living a healthy lifestyle. I did just that and 20 years later I've run 18 marathons, ridden in 20 MS150 Bike tours and recently ran over 200 miles in 9 days across Colorado to raise funds for MS as part of a cross country relay called MSRunTheUS. Stay strong.. you can do great things with MS!
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I can Fly with MS.
It's been almost 25 years since I was diagnosed with MS. What a long time!
My dream growing up had always been to fly. I love airplanes of all kinds and I lived my life planning on pursuing that dream. When I was diagnosed, my career designing aircraft was just getting going. I had just received my private pilots license. Life was going exactly to plan until I got the news.
Two years of depression dealing with the cards I had been dealt gave way to hope when disease modifying therapies became available. I took control and got back on track to the life I had imagined. I regained my flight medical and continued flying rental aircraft. It felt GREAT!
My ultimate dream was to build my own aircraft. I began building in 2001 and 4 years, 11 months and 2 weeks later I took my homebuilt aircraft to the skies. I continue to fly to this day. Flying is my "other daily therapy". I know that sounds corny but nothing feels better than to get in my plane (that I know every nut, bolt, rivet, wire and tube in) and fly freely enjoying the sky, ground, clouds and skills that I need to safely fly.
I want newly diagnosed MS patients to know that you can live the life you want. You can do anything you want to. If I can convince the FAA that I can fly an aircraft I built in my basement (really!), you can do anything you put your mind to.
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Here’s a few popular entries that were tagged by site visitors as ‘heartfelt’
I can teach my children to persevere with MS.
I've always been of the mind set that things happen for a reason--both the *good* things and the *bad* things.
The reason behind the good things is always easy to see. But the bad things? Not so much. At least not in the immediate, anyway. *Those* reasons tend to make themselves known over time...
Like my diagnosis with MS in 2006.
While I won't say the MS, itself, has been a *good* thing, I can say that good things have come out of my diagnosis and subsequent journey.
Top on the list? The lessons it has enabled me to teach (and continue to teach) my daughters about the importance of never giving up on yourself and the power of a positive attitude.
Although my girls were 7 and 11 when I was first diagnosed, they were well aware of what Multiple Sclerosis was and what it could mean for me. They'd watched their paternal grandmother overtaken by the disease and they were afraid the same would happen to me.
But thanks to the amazing support I found from my neurologist, Dr. Barry Singer, and his nurse, Heather Popham, I began to see my MS as simply a hurdle--a hurdle that didn't have to affect my dreams, unless I let it.
So, I made it my mission to plow ahead in life, going after a dream I've had since I was a little girl.
And you know what? I've accomplished that dream and then some over the past few years. In fact, since my diagnosis, I've written seventeen novels and landed them all with my dream publishers.
*Seventeen novels...*
*All since 2009...*
Do I still have MS? Sure.
But it's a hurdle, that's all. One that only serves to make the finish line all the more sweet... Especially when I see the awe in the faces of my two biggest supporters. Because, if nothing else, my MS has taught them that they, too, can accomplish their dreams no matter what...
All they have to do is believe in themselves.
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I can kill my workout at boot camp with MS.
Once I started to experience symptoms, I did research. I felt in my heart that it was definitely MS I was dealing with, but needed an expert opinion.
After several months, I did get the dx. I felt hopeless. I fell into depression.I knew this was a life sentence, but not the life I wanted. I felt hopeless and tired. It took a year and I said it was time to stop feeling sorry and start my new story.
I needed to surround myself with people who build me up and not tear me down. I found Fit Body Boot Camp in Oakville, MO.
It is such a game changer for me, because I started discovering who I am and who I wanted to be. Of course I started not being able to do a pushup, sit up or lifting heavy weights. I remained focused on attending boot camp 5 days a week .
After awhile I saw the changes in me. Not just physically, but mentally and emotionally. I want to be an example of what someone with MS can do. Not just for people with MS, but to show my family, my children, my friends, that this girl doesn't give up. This girl lost 41 inches and nearing 30 lbs of weight loss.
I fell in love with heavy lifting and leg day is my favorite day of the week at boot camp.
Sure I have the struggle days, but I dial it back if I can't complete a jump or lift heavy. Modifications are there for you to still succeed. Remain focused on the goal. Celebrate the milestones. #ICANWITHMS
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I can feel lucky with MS.
I was diagnosed almost 8 years ago. I went to 2 neurologists before meeting Dr. Singer. With my MS, I feel lucky! I was feeling tingling and numbing in my legs every time I went outside in the cold weather. The other doctors dismissed me. "It is more common to have MS flare-ups in the hot weather."
I am lucky Dr. Singer thinks everyone experiences MS differently. He placed me on a treatment that fits my lifestyle and I get follow-ups from my RN, Heather. They are in my corner, and I know it!
I am lucky my MS has not progressed. After almost 8 years of living with MS, I've only had 1 big flare up.
I am lucky to have supportive family and friends. My daughter was 5 and my son was 2 when I was diagnosed. My husband has gone on the parenthood journey and my MS journey with the kind of patience and level of understanding every woman should have.
I am lucky I have friends who spend their Sundays once a year to walk with me at Walk MS. I formed a team five years ago and we have raised over $10,000 over the years.
Sounds crazy, right? But, I am lucky to have MS!
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I can climb the Scottish Mountains with MS.
Scotland's Mountains are commonly referred to as the Munros. These are not the world's highest mountains, but what they lack in height they make up for in character, geology & history. The romanticism of the Lochs & Glens in the wild Scottish Highlands captures the imagination of hikers from all over the world who come to Scotland in a bid to 'bag' the Munros.
I was diagnosed with M.S back in April 2012. Scotland has one of the highest incidences of M.S in the world & I have a family history of the disease. After the initial shock I was determined to carry on with life as normal. With medication, a good diet & a healthy lifestyle 2013 has been the year I have climbed more Munros than ever before since my first mountain back in 2006.
I firmly believe in the power of a positive attitude & the healing power the mountains & wild land has on the human psyche. As the great man John Muir once said "Everbody needs beauty as well as bread,places to play in & pray in,where nature may heal & give strength to body & soul." "Keep close to Nature's heart...& break clear away,once inawhile, & climb a mountain or spend a week in the woods.wash your spirit clean."
Therefore I look forward to more outdoor adventures in the years to come.
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I can compete in the MS MUD RUN with MS.
I have always been a very active person, weight-lifting, running and biking. So when I was diagnosed nine years ago with MS, I was devastated. I thought, what will I do?
After finding a good Neurologist and getting on medication, I began to realize that I can still be active,
Today, I continue to exercise, bike and jog. I have completed four MUD RUN's and looking forward to many more. For me, it's about being positive. Finding new ways to do things. And not worrying about what I can't do, but what I can do. I can with MS.
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I can feel lucky with MS.
I was diagnosed almost 8 years ago. I went to 2 neurologists before meeting Dr. Singer. With my MS, I feel lucky! I was feeling tingling and numbing in my legs every time I went outside in the cold weather. The other doctors dismissed me. "It is more common to have MS flare-ups in the hot weather."
I am lucky Dr. Singer thinks everyone experiences MS differently. He placed me on a treatment that fits my lifestyle and I get follow-ups from my RN, Heather. They are in my corner, and I know it!
I am lucky my MS has not progressed. After almost 8 years of living with MS, I've only had 1 big flare up.
I am lucky to have supportive family and friends. My daughter was 5 and my son was 2 when I was diagnosed. My husband has gone on the parenthood journey and my MS journey with the kind of patience and level of understanding every woman should have.
I am lucky I have friends who spend their Sundays once a year to walk with me at Walk MS. I formed a team five years ago and we have raised over $10,000 over the years.
Sounds crazy, right? But, I am lucky to have MS!
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This website was launched to give voice to all those who have not let multiple sclerosis define them. They are living life as fully as possible — and they’re inspiring others across the globe with the messages they share.
www.ICanWithMS.org is connected to www.mslivingwell.org, a site which has been a resource for multiple sclerosis information globally since 2008. Barry Singer, MD, a neurologist specializing in multiple sclerosis, developed the sites to encourage those living with multiple sclerosis to be better informed about their healthcare options and to live better with MS. He is the Director of The MS Center for Innovations in Care at Missouri Baptist Medical Center in St. Louis, Missouri USA.
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If you used the “Add Your Story” form within this website (as opposed to posting via Twitter or Instagram), email contact@icanwithms.org with your requested edits. We will try to make them.
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