Holding multiple truths is often key to healing.
Gut Feelings
Backpacking Part 6: The Mountaintop
I struggled on the climb, but my struggle enhanced my joy.
Backpacking Part 5: Into The Mountains
Backpacking with my illness, I felt both strong and frail.
Backpacking Part 4: The Monkeywrench
On the eve of my big backpacking trip, immunosuppression reared its ugly head.
Backpacking Part 3: The Enchanted Valley
After a year of prep, we went on our “warm-up” trip.
Backpacking Part 2: The Prep
By “The Prep,” I mean “The Dehydrating of My Special Food.”
Showing Up for Racial Justice Amidst Chronic Illness
If I can’t show up in person, I can in other ways.
Backpacking Part 1: The Dream
A year after my hospitalization, I fulfilled a dream and returned to the wilderness.
When I Lost My Hair, My Invisible Illness Became Visible
In a way, I felt more authentic when I was bald.
What It’s Like To Be On Remicade
This drug, though imperfect, has given me my life back.