Making Friends and Building RelationshipsYou’d agree with me that building relationships is an important life skill. In order to survive and become the best we can...reactions6comments
Finding a Seat at the Advocacy TableWith the nominations for the #SocialHealthAwards well underway, I started thinking about my own journey to advocacy. It's been far from the...reactionscomments
Thank You, Sickle CellGratitude is a good habit I have learned to incorporate into my life. I believe it’s important to appreciate every little thing;...reactionscomments
A Mom’s Heart Full of GratitudeIt's a feeling of gratitude every day here in Florida. If you've read my previous articles, you'll remember that a few months...reactionscomments
What’s in a Name?You've heard the popular phrase "Sticks and stones may break my bones but words will never hurt me." But name-calling hurts because...reactionscomments
Made Up of More Than Sick CellsIt just dawned on me that I’m more than a warrior. Realizing the number of times I didn’t give up even though...reactions3comments
Ask the Advocates: The World’s View of Sickle CellSickle cell disease (SCD) is viewed and treated differently all around the world. Where you are born can determine whether you or...reactionscomments
Preparing for Dating as a CrescentWhen most people talk about dating and marriage, it’s about the other person. For me, my mental health, self-care, and happiness come...reactionscomments
My Journey to Happily Ever AfterI’ve always been enamored by Disney’s animation and storytelling, eagerly anticipating the blissful end of the fairy tale. The simple meaning of...reactions5comments
Accepting and Understanding Sickle CellI first understood what it meant to have sickle cell when I had my first crisis at 19. It is definitely different...reactions1comment
It's Complicated"It’s complicated..." is usually a common response to someone asking about relationship status. For me, it’s how I would describe my life...reactionscomments
Baby FeverI have baby fever. I am not sure what is about this point in life where all my friends and peers are...reactions2comments
Adopting the Mindset of a Pioneer Helped Me Find HealingAs of today, there are more treatment options, curative therapies, clinical trials, and studies to go around. Luckily, I've witnessed what the...reactionscomments
How Life During the Pandemic Changed My Relationship With Sickle CellI always knew that there was a lack of care and support via the NHS for sickle cell sufferers. This became even...reactionscomments
Potential Opportunities for Improving Sickle Cell CareStaying healthy with sickle cell disease (SCD) starts with early diagnosis. Treatment is available, but it can be hard to get all...reactionscomments
5 Lessons Sickle Cell Has Taught MeLife is the best teacher, they say. I totally agree with that because in every situation we find ourselves in life, there...reactions10comments
World SCD Day and Juneteenth: Not a CoincidenceWorld Sickle Cell Day is June 19th, the same day that Juneteenth is commemorated. World Sickle Cell Day was established in 2008...reactionscomments
A Masterclass in SurvivalThe act of survival can be summed up in 3 words – never giving up! Survival is deeply rooted in mental, physical...reactionscomments
Going Through ItIt's been a while since I’ve been able to write. I tried several times and think I convinced myself I had writer's...reactionscomments
2022 World Sickle Cell Day Giveaway Terms and ConditionsOfficial Rules, Terms and Conditions for the 2022 World Sickle Cell Day Giveaway NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. A PURCHASE...reactionscomments
