Today, I Cried My Lungs OutI've been sick for several weeks now. To be honest, it hasn't been easy for me. The bills, medication, complications, wanting to...reactions4comments
UnacceptanceAs a sickle cell warrior, Do you find yourself constantly battling other peoples perspective of you? Are the moments you feel unwanted...reactions8repliesCaregiving
Recovering From a CrisisEvery sickle cell crisis leaves scars, bills, unforgettable experiences, etc. The trauma, pain, fear, and depression that sets in, do not only...reactionscomments
Writing, My Only Escape From Life With SCDFor many years, writing has been my perfect escape routine. I write about all I feel and think. It is my confidant...reactions3comments
CopingDo you find it difficult to sustain your relationships because of sickle cell?? How do you cope with lonely days?...reactions5repliesCoping
A Crescent Every DayIt was around Christmas when I had my first crisis. I was four years old. We had traveled out of town for...reactionscomments
How Can I Support My Child With Sickle Cell?In my childhood days, anytime I had crises or got sick, my mum would be so emotional. She would hold my hand...reactions1comment
World Sickle cell DayYes We are Sickled !and Yes !we are not like everyone else, but,Sickled or Not, We all deserve to be loved and...reactions1replyAwareness
Freedom to Be a CrescentFor some reason, it is so hard for people living with sickle cell disease (SCD) to speak freely or live freely. Sometimes...reactionscomments
COVID 19Have you had your Covid 19 vaccination already? Do you think it’s safe for SCD patients to take the COVID 19 vaccine?...reactions4replies
Surviving as a CrescentContent note: This article talks about depression, suicide, and mental health. When I started accepting my sickle cell (SS) condition, people made...reactionscomments
Controlling thoughts while in pain.What are some of the thing that go through your mind when you are down/sick due to SCD? ...reactions1reply
Accepting To Be a CrescentOne of the most difficult stages for me was accepting and adjusting into life as a sickle cell disease patient (SS genotype)...reactions2comments
