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Is your life going according to plan?

Posted on August 8, 2012 by juvenilearthritis

Four years ago, I would have never expected to be where I am today.  I had a son who played three sports, all well, and a daughter who was a dancer and cheerleader.  Marty was instantly successful at any sport he … Continue reading →

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Overheard…

Posted on July 13, 2012 by juvenilearthritis

Following are a few posts in my JA parents’ board on Facebook (names have been changed): “Insurance is denying Remicade the doctor and myself are appealing but in the meantime he is putting her on Humira shots. Her doctor has … Continue reading →

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Marty and Bella’s speech

Posted on June 17, 2012 by juvenilearthritis

I realized I promised someone I would post a brief history but never did it (thank you ADHD). Yesterday while cleaning off a shelf, I ran across the speech that Marty and Bella gave for the Arthritis Foundation in October … Continue reading →

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Things most parents take for granted

Posted on June 12, 2012 by juvenilearthritis

I made a list recently of things that I no longer have, but most parents don’t really appreciate. How many do you recognize in yourself? –Hearing your kid sneeze without wondering if they will end up in the hospital –Being … Continue reading →

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Things kids shouldn’t have to worry about

Posted on July 27, 2011 by juvenilearthritis

We saw the rheumatologist today and decided that Marty will start Remicade next week. Personally I wonder if they are being a little too cautious not letting him start on Friday, but I guess the doctor knows better than I … Continue reading →

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