Caring for the caregiver
Valen and her parents during a recent hospital stay I believe health issues become harder to face as we age. As children, we don’t analyze and worry about things the...
A good day
Valen with her infusion nurse, Michael Torres. When you live with chronic health issues, the definition of a good day can be much simpler than what most people think. I...
The will to survive, part 2
Valen in the hospital in York, Penn. In a split second our world and our health can change dramatically. We can go from being healthy to severely ill, thinking we...
The will to survive, part 1
Valen and her grandmother I flew to my birthplace of York, Pa. at the beginning of May to say my goodbyes to my paternal grandmother, who passed on April 11,...
Finding balance with proper portions
Eating proper portions can help you stay true to your kidney diet! As a kidney patient, your diet is an important factor in your everyday life. Coming into the new...