Christine Miserandino
Christine Miserandino is a writer, speaker, and patient advocate from NY. She is also someone living with Lupus. Her writing has been featured in newspapers, magazines, newsletters and television media. view http://www.ButYouDontLookSick.com to read more.
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Why I Participate in the Long Island, NY Lupus WalkMany people have asked me why I choose to participate in the Walk Along for Lupus. Of course there are many other things I can be doing with my time on an early Sunday morning. -
Getting to Know the Man Behind the Weekly Column, DisabilitiesI had the chance to first talk with Daniel when he interviewed me in March of 2006 for his column. Since this year celebrates his fifth year of writing the column, I figured we would help him celebrate by getting to know him better. -
Product Review: Holiday Entertaining Gadgets and AccessoriesWhen planning summer parties, bar-b-ques or get togethers, make your life a bit easier by trying out some of these new products from our friends at prodyne.com
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Tips for the Chronically Ill: Writing Thank You NotesFor those living with limited energy, pain, or illness writing thank you notes (or invitations, christmas cards etc) can be a daunting task. Hopefully these tips will help make the task easier and more enjoyable. -
Product Review: Scrapbrats Scrapbooking Layout RecipesWith these new "layout recipes" it makes scrapbooking a beautiful page a breeze!
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Product Review: Great Scrapbooking Magazines to Check Out!Scrapbooking magazines make great gifts for a friend or for yourself. Every month a new seasonal, scrapbooking inspiration delivered right to your door.
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An Interview with the Band This Years AnthemI had the amazing opportunity to interview Mike Kytoski, the drummer from the band "This Years Anthem" and learn about their musical influences, the writing process, their fans and more. Learn why this band is certainly one to watch! -
Stress Relief and Relaxation Techniques for Those Living with Illness or Chronic PainAs everyone with an illness knows, anything that already impacts on our much needed sleep, makes us feel Ill for a long time to come, keeps flares going for weeks, and makes life extremely miserable.
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7 Things NOT to Do when You Are DepressedWe all have been there. It is 2am, you can't sleep, you have a lot on your mind... and let's face facts- you are depressed. -
Product Review: Hot Off the Press Card Making SuppliesI was not really in the mood to do anything "cheery," so when I first thought of scrapbooking or card making, I didn't think it "fit". Why would I want to document my life right now if I just left the hospital and still felt sick? -
The Dreaded Grocery Store: Tips on Saving Time and Energy While Grocery ShoppingOut of all the areas my illness kills the joy for-grocery shopping is number one on the top ten list! Just the mere thought of grocery shopping makes me want to crawl into bed and declare myself on a fast! I simply cannot stand grocery stores. -
Product Review: Lauren's Hope Medical BraceletsIf you are on medication or have an illness as I do, it is very important to wear a medical identification bracelet. But most bracelets I found are bulky, masculine and not the least bit fashionable, so I never wanted to wear one.
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Review of the X Nite Lite: I Am No Longer Afraid of the DarkI hate the dark. I know I should get over this seemingly childish fear, but it lingers.
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Top Ten Gift Ideas for Your Flag Football Obsessed BoyfriendWith flag football becoming a popular pastime among men in their twenties this holiday shopping list will be sure to please the football enthusiast in your life. -
Product Review: Lavender Meadows Silk Eye PillowAs soon as I put this silk eye pillow on my eyes, I breathed in the intoxicating lavender scent.
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Top Ten Gift Ideas for Someone Who is SickIt is hard enough to shop for many people and find the perfect gift, but when people are sick finding them the perfect Christmas gift gets a bit harder. -
Product Review: NaturalPoint - the SmartNAV Hands Free Computer MouseIf you work on the computer, if you recreationally use a computer but have trouble maneuvering the mouse, or if you get hand fatigue or pain by using the mouse- this product is for you. -
The Birthday BluesI know that turning 29 is not a tragedy, but there was something about turning this very specific number that no one else seemed to understand
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"Addition by Subtraction" - Sometimes Less in Life is Really MoreThere comes a time in every one's life when they must re-evaluate things. For some it is their career path or material possessions, for others it is their choice in friends or bonds with family.
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Product Review: Comfort-U PillowsI have always had problems sleeping, either from tossing and turning from being restless, or whether I am just achy in pain not having enough "cushioning" were I need it. The Comfort-U pillow solved most of these problems.
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Happy New Year - 1 Word ResolutionsI love the thought of New Year's Day. It is a great chance to renew the spirit, set goals, and start fresh. Whatever you have experienced in the past year this is a chance to have a new outlook. What a great feeling!
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Product Review: Healthy Choices with Luna and Clif Brand Nutrition BarsI am a picky eater at times, and I am always on the go. Eating healthy is hard but Luna Bars and Clif bars have made it easier. Now I have no excuses not to take better care of myself.
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Product Review: Peapod.com Online Grocery ShoppingI spent 20 minutes online and I was able to pick a delivery time that worked for me the next day. I didn't have to spend time driving to the store, fighting over parking spots, waiting online and even carrying those bags
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Product Review: Personalized Party FavorsLately, I don't have the time, I don't have the energy, and I don't have the money for all the supplies, and details to make things the way I would want them. So, as I have said before... "If you can't do it yourself... find someone to do it for you!"!
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How to Make Easy No-Sew Fleece BlanketsDon't know how to sew? Want to give great handmade, custom gifts this Holiday Season? Well look no further then these no sew- fleece balnkets!
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Product Review: Great Scrapbooking Magazines to Sign Up For!!I found a few scrapbooking/ crafting magazines that are definitely worth signing up for, if you are interested in these types of hobbies. It was so exciting to get these in the mail and look for new projects, ideas and lessons.
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Preparing for a Doctors VisitAdvanced planning can help you get more out of your visit. So why not make the visit a more enjoyable and less stressful one, but more importantly, why not make it a productive one by being educated about why you are there?
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How to Make a Wheat Heating PadWe have all seen those microwave heating pads selling in the stores for big bucks, and I always thought "Boy I wish I knew how to make one" They look so easy to make. Now you can!
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10 Tips for Visiting Someone Who is Sick or in the HospitalI have unfortunately been on both sides of this article. I have spent time visiting friends and family when they have been sick, but I have more often been the patient everyone is visiting.
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What to Do when You Are Waiting to See the DoctorSince I unfortunately spend a lot of time in doctors' waiting rooms, I quickly learned to make the most of this seemingly wasted time.
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Product Review: Fibro-Pedic Memory Foam MattressThey say you spend 1/3 of your life sleeping. If that is true, that's alot of time that should be comfortable!
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Product Review: Wine and Beer Accessories for Those with Weak HandsFor special occasions it's nice to open a bottle of wine, sit back with friends, relax and celebrate. The only problem is when you can't open the wine or spill the wine when you pour it, and then can't seem to balance the wine glasses and your plate.