36 Easy things that you can do to make the life of your chronically ill friend a bit better.

36 Easy things that you can do to make the life of your chronically ill friend a bit better.

You do not need to spend a lot of money. You can be thoughtful in so many ways. The point is to do something, and do something today. I have listed below 36 easy ideas that anyone would appreciate. Sometimes it is hard for a patient to ask for help. Just do it! The hardest thing about chronic dise

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Movie Review:

Movie Review: “One For the Money” with Katherine Heigl

If you were broke, what would you do to earn $50,000? Would take on a job for which you had no training? Even if that job were potentially dangerous? Those are the questions answered by Katherine Heigl in the comedy/mystery "One For the Money", which hit the theatres January 27th. Based on the pr

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Nick Cannon announces he has a

Nick Cannon announces he has a “lupus-like” condition and we wish him our best, but what exactly does “lupus-like” mean?

Nick Cannon says he has a "lupus-like" condition according to many sources including people magazine. It does explain the recent health problems, but why cant stars ever come out and just say they have lupus. Why does it have to be "pre-lupus", kinda -like-lupus, or borderline lupus? Is that like be

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Product Review and Contest: Jet-Dry my mind is might be foggy,but my glasses don’t have to be!

Product Review and Contest: Jet-Dry my mind is might be foggy,but my glasses don’t have to be!

Start the new year off on a cleaner note! 1 easy way to make your life cleaner and easier. Jet Dry is a product that is added to the dishwasher in a little compartment usually on the door. Sometimes a small sample comes with a new dishwasher and is recommended for use by that manufacture

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Craft Project: Aunt Judy's Easy No Sew Blankets

Craft Project: Aunt Judy’s Easy No Sew Blankets

My Aunt Judy made me one of these blankets a few years ago when I wasn't feeling well. I just love it, since it is so warm, but best of all, my aunt made it, so it makes me think of her. She gave me the secret of how easy these are to make... so they are perfect to give as gifts. Supplies Neede

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Tips For Writing out Christmas Cards Easily

Tips For Writing out Christmas Cards Easily

This is the time of year to give and receive Christmas cards! I love opening my mailbox and finding Christmas cards, it's so much fun. However, when you have a chronic illness, the task of Christmas card writing can be a little hard and tiring. These are just a few tips to help with keeping Christma

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4 Reasons Why I Love to Shop Online During Christmas, and Why You Should Too!

4 Reasons Why I Love to Shop Online During Christmas, and Why You Should Too!

1. Free shipping! I think my UPS man assumes I have a crush on him. I don't want to date him, but I do love that he delivers heavy packages right to my door. It is cold, shopping bags are heavy and I hate parking in crowded lots. It is really that simple. Most stores are now online and most offer f

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Please note: we are aware that the message boards are down and we are working on getting them up and running as soon as possible

Please note: we are aware that the message boards are down and we are working on getting them up and running as soon as possible

Please note: we are aware that the message boards are down and we are working on getting them up and running as soon as possible. We have had some major technical issues and hosting issues, and we are working to resolve them. We know that the holidays can be an especially hard time for us "spooni

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Christine Miserandino Hosts WebMD Lupus Community TV Series - More Videos Posted! Brain Fog

Christine Miserandino Hosts WebMD Lupus Community TV Series – More Videos Posted! Brain Fog

Cozy up, have a seat on the couch and chat with Christine and some friends! That is exactly what it will feel like when you take the time to watch these new videos from WebMD.com WebMD.com has launched a new community TV series called "Speaking of Lupus". The series is hosted by Christine Mi

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Join in the fun! Add the “Spoonie” Twibbon/ Sticker to your profile pics! UPDATE- OVER 9,200 people have added the spoonie twibbon!

Join in the fun! Add the “Spoonie” Twibbon/ Sticker to your profile pics! UPDATE- OVER 9,200 people have added the spoonie twibbon!

Join in the fun!  UPDATE- OVER 9,200 people have added the spoonie twibbon/ sticker on both twitter and facebook! It is amazing to start seeing spoons popping up all over the place. I keep hearing from readers of this site how fun it has been for people in their life to ask "hey what is up with the

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